IC-718

ICOM
IC-718

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Compact HF transceiver. Double-conversion receiver with frequency range 0.03-30 MHz, transmitter with 100 Watt max output power in 1.8-29.7 MHz ham-band. Simple operation with a minimum number of switches and controls. Ideated in Japan, year of introduction 2000.

Reference market : amateur-radio

IC-718 specifications

General

Frequency coverage
Receive	0.0300 ~ 29.9999 MHz [1]
Transmit	1.8000 ~ 1.9999 MHz [2] 3.5000 ~ 3.9999 MHz [2] 7.0000 ~ 7.3000 MHz 10.1000 ~ 10.1500 MHz 14.0000 ~ 14.3500 MHz 18.0680 ~ 18.1680 MHz 21.0000 ~ 21.4500 MHz 24.8900 ~ 24.9900 MHz 28.0000 ~ 29.7000 MHz
Mode
CW / FSK (RTTY) / LSB / USB / AM
Tuning step
1 / 10 / 100 Hz / 1 / 5 / 9 / 10 / 100 KHz

Receiver

Sensitivity
SSB / CW / RTTY	0.16 uV (1.8~30 MHz, 10dB S/N)
SSB [3]	10 dBuV (1.8~3 MHz, 12dB SINAD) 0 dBuV (3~30 MHz, 12dB SINAD)
AM	13 uV (0.5~1.8 MHz, 10dB S/N) 2.0 uV (1.8~30 MHz, 10dB S/N)
AM [3]	16 dBuV (1.8~3 MHz, 12dB SINAD) 6 dBuV (3~30 MHz, 12dB SINAD)
Selectivity
SSB / CW / RTTY	> 2.1 KHz (-6dB) < 4.5 KHz (-60dB)
AM	> 6.0 KHz (-6dB) < 20.0 KHz (-40dB)
RF preamplifier
Yes
RF attenuator
20 dB
Spurious and image rejection
> 70 dB (1.8~30 MHz)
IF-shift range
± 1.2 KHz (SSB /CW /RTTY) ± 0.25 KHz (CW / RTTY-N)
NB (Noise Blanker)
Yes
RIT (Receiver Incremental Tuning)
± 1.2 KHz
Frequency stability
± 200Hz max within 60' warm-up ± 30Hz/h max with temperature of 25°C ± 350Hz max with temperature from 0°C to +50°C
IF (Intermediate Frequency)
1°	n/a
2°	455 KHz
Squelch sensitivity
SSB / CW / RTTY	5.6 uV (threshold)
CW features
Semi break-in / full break-in Pitch control 300~900 Hz Reverse mode L/USB

Transmitter

Output power
SSB / CW / RTTY	2 ~ 100 W
AM	2 ~ 35 W
Spurious emission
< -50 dB
Carrier suppression (SSB)
> 40 dB
Unwanted sideband suppression (SSB)
> 50 dB
Microphone
600Ω
CW features
6~60 wpm Keyer

Features

Memory
99 regular memories 2 for programmed scan limits
Display
1 Hz frequency resolution 30-segments signal meter bar
Antenna
SO239 50Ω
Power supply
13.8 VDC external
Power consumption
2.0A RX, typ 1.3A RX, squelch ON 20A TX, max power
Audio power
2 W on 8Ω
Audio output
Jack 6.35 mm headphone Jack 3.5 mm external speaker
Connections
Jack 3.5 mm (CI-V remote control) Jack 8-pin (microphone ) Jack 3.5 mm (CW keyer) RCA (ALC) RCA (send) Socket 13-pin (accessories) Socket 4-pin (AH-4 antenna tuner)

Mechanical and environmental data

Operating temperature
from -10°C to +60°C
Dimensions
240 (W) x 95 (H) x 239 (D) mm, projections not included
Weight
3.8kg

0.5 ~ 30 MHz specifications guaranteed.
Varies according to version.
European versions. 2400 Hz SSB bandwidth, 6.0 KHz AM bandwidth.

IC-718 description :

The ICOM IC718 has 0.03~30 MHz general coverage receive capability. A 4-element system is employed for the 1° mixer, providing superior receive IMD, especially from in-band near-by interfering signals. A well-designed double conversion system to help minimize image and spurious responses for better signal fidelity, is also built-in. A newly designed PLL circuit has been adopted to improve C/N ratio characteristics. The IC-718 is also equipped with a minimum number of switches and controls for superior feature selectability. The 10-key pad on the front panel to directly enter an operating frequency, or a memory channel number. The auto tuning steps function helps quick tuning activates when turning the dial quickly. And the band stacking register is very convenient when changing operating bands.

IC-718 optional IF filters :

Filter FL-52A / Specifications
Mode	CW / RTTY-N
IF	2°
Bandwidth	0.50 KHz (-6dB)
Filter FL-53A / Specifications
Mode	CW / RTTY-N
IF	2°
Bandwidth	0.25 KHz (-6dB)
Filter FL-257 / Specifications
Mode	SSB
IF	2°
Bandwidth	3.30 KHz (-6dB)
Filter FL-96 / Specifications
Mode	SSB
IF	2°
Bandwidth	2.80 KHz (-6dB)
Filter FL-222 / Specifications
Mode	SSB-N
IF	2°
Bandwidth	1.80 KHz (-6dB)

IC-718 rear panel and connections :

Reference / Description
1	Antenna connector SO239
2	DC power socket, pins [+] on right side
3	Tuner control socket for optional AH-4
4	CI-V remote control jack
5	External speaker jack
6	Accessory socket
7	Keyer jack, straight or paddle
8	ALC input RCA for non-ICOM power amplifier
9	Send control RCA for external equipment such as a power amplifier
10	Ground terminal

13-pin accessory socket :

Pin 1 [8 V]
Description	Regulated output 8V
Specifications	8V ±0.3V, 10 mA max
Pin 2 [GND]
Description	Ground
Specifications	---
Pin 3 [SEND]
Description	Input/output pin. Goes to ground when transmitting. When grounded transmits
Specifications	Ground level -0.5 ~ 8V
Pin 4 [BDT]
Description	Data line for the AT-180 antenna tuner
Specifications	---
Pin 5 [BAND]
Description	Band voltage output, varies with amateur band
Specifications	0 ~ 8V
Pin 6 [ALC]
Description	ALC voltage input
Specifications	-4 ~ 0V
Pin 7 [NC]
Description	---
Specifications	---
Pin 8 [ON]
Description	Output when power is ON
Specifications	13.8V, 1 A max
Pin 9 [TKEY]
Description	Key line for the AT-180 antenna tuner
Specifications	---
Pin 10 [FSKK]
Description	RTTY keying input
Specifications	Ground level -0.5 ~ 8V
Pin 11 [MOD]
Description	Modulator input
Specifications	Input level 100mV
Pin 12 [AF]
Description	AF output, fixed regardless audio volume
Specifications	Output level ~300mV max
Pin 13 [SQLS]
Description	Squelch output
Specifications	Squelch open <0.3V, closed >6V

IC-718 accessories and options :

Part / Description
IC-PW1 / IC-PW1EURO	Linear amplifier, 1 KW, HF + 50 MHz
AT-180	Automatic antenna tuner, preset for each 100 KHz
AH-4	Automatic antenna tuner, 120 W, 3.5~30 MHz
PS-126	Power supply, 13.8 V, 25 A
SP-23	External speaker, with 4 audio filters
HM-36	Hand microphone
HM-30	Desktop microphone
HM-50	Desktop microphone, Includes UP / DOWN switches
UT-106	DSP unit, DNR and auto-notch
UT-102	Voice synthesizer
CR-338	High stability crystal unit, ± 0.5 ppm
CT-17	CI-V / RS-232C level converter
OPC-599	Adapter cable for ACC 13-pin socket
MB-23	Carrying handle
MB-118	Mobile mounting bracket

IC-718 price

We have collected for your convenience the ICOM IC-718 sale price (US Dollar) and its trend over time. Useful to guarantee a cheaper purchase of this radio and to put it for sale in the second-hand market. Of course offers, accessories, warranty terms and conditions can lead to different figures.

Price	Date	Condition
USD 699.95	2021-oct	Brand-new
USD 679.00	2018-oct	Brand-new
USD 599.50 (449GBP)	2018-oct	Second Hand Great condition overall. Comes with microphone, power lead, manual. Original box.
USD 535.00 (399GBP)	2018-oct	Second Hand
USD 529.00 (395GBP)	2018-sep	Second Hand In Excellent condition. Complete with instruction manual,power lead with filter box, microphone. Original box.

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