New Icom Ica14/15 series
Posted: Fri Jan 18, 2008 7:04 pm
Well some good news, read it first on Microlighters !! I receive the first Ica14 radios in early February, it looks as though they have a suitable replacement for the ICA3 at last. I received the full specs today.
Possibly do a trade in program with the ICA3s for them as the UK is desperate for used units.
No prices yet though.
eish zulu1
FEATURES
IC-A14/S. NPI NOVEMBER 2007
Full keypad type, Simple keypad type
The IC-A14 and IC-A15 full keypad type are for student pilots or back-up radio in an emergency. The full keypad
allows you to input of the channel (frequency) directly and has an exclusive button for the 121.5MHz emergency
channel. The IC-A14 receives NAV channels and WX channels and the duplex function allows you to call
a flight service station while receiving the beacon signal of a VOR station. (IC-A14 only)
On the other hand, the IC-A14S and IC-A15S simple keypad type are for ground crews. It provides more simple
operation with a minimum of buttons. The 121.5 MHz emergency channel is available on this version too.
700 mW loud audio with built-in BTL amplifier
Because air band transceivers are usually operated in high-noise environments, it is essential for the radio to
provide loud and clear audio. The IC-A14/S series employs a built-in BTL audio amplifier that doubles the audio
output. As a result, it delivers 700mW of loud and clear sound.
Large capacity Lithium-Ion battery pack
With the 2000mAh large capacity Lithium-Ion battery pack,
BP-232N, the IC-A14/S series provides stable output power
and 18 hours (approx.) of operating time.
The new BP-261*, battery case will take 6 AA (LR6) alkaline
cells for convenient battery backup.
* Available later.
Modern design, rugged body
The IC-A14/S series shares the same design concept with the IC-F3020 land mobile radio. The IC-A14/S series
is compact (120mm height) and light weight (approximate 350g with BP-232N and antenna). The large size 10-key buttons
have ample button-pitch to allow blind touch operation. The aluminum die-cast chassis is the basis for this
rugged construction, allowing long-life usage in various environments.
IPX4, MIL-STD-810
The IC-A14/S series is designed to pass the MIL-STD-810 environmental tests and IPX4 rating. The water resistant
construction provides reliable operation in wet conditions.
Alphanumeric LCD
For the function display, an 8-character 14-segment alphanumeric LCD is employed to make a variety of information
visually recognizable immediately. The LCD backlight is available for night time operation.
200 memory channels with memory banks
A total of 200* memory channels can be named with an 8-character channel name for easy recognition. By
grouping these channels into 10 memory banks*, quick and easy operation is possible. The optional PC cloning
software, CS-A14 allows you quick and easy memory management from your PC.
* IC-A14/A15 only. IC-A14S/A15S has 100 memory channels and memory banks are not available.
New BC-179 holder type charger
The new BC-179 is a light weight holder type battery charger for charging the radio in a limited space such as in an
airplane or a vehicle. The charger securely holds and charges the radio, even in bumpy conditions. The CP-22, cigarette
lighter cable can be used with the BC-179.
Side Tone function
The side tone function allows you to hear your own voice via a headset. By monitoring your own voice, this function
eliminates unnecessary shouting on a noisy runway. Side tone level is adjustable from the radio.
* Optional OPC-499 headset adapter cable and third party aviation headset are required.
Other functions
• NOAA weather channels (IC-A14, USA version only)
• 5W typ. (PEP), 1.5W (CW) output power
• ANL (Auto Noise Limiter) reduces noise components
• Low battery indication and low battery beep
• BNC type antenna connector
• Adjustable microphone gain setting
• Home function returns the radio to the default settings (Except memory channels
SPECIFICATIONS
IC-A14/S. NPI NOVEMBER 2007
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Specifications for IC-A15/A15S
■ GENERAL
• Frequency coverage :
Tx 118.000– 136.975MHz
Rx 118.000– 136.975MHz
• Channel spacing : 25kHz
• Mode : 6K00A3E (AM)
• No. of memory channels :
IC-A15 200 channels (Max.)
with 10 banks
IC-A15S 100 channels (Max.)
• Antenna impedance : 50Ω (BNC)
• Power supply requirement : 7.4V DC (with Icom battery pack)
• Current drain (at 7.4V DC) :
Transmit : 1.5A
Receive Max. audio 500mA
Stand-by 50mA typ.
• Operating temp. range : –20°C to +55°C
• Dimensions (W×H×D) : 53×120×36.9 mm
(projections not included) 23⁄32×423⁄32×17⁄16 in
• Weight :
Without ant. and battery pack 180g (approx.)
With ant. and BP-232N 350g (approx.)
■ TRANSMITTER
• Output power (at 7.4V) : 5.0W typ. (PEP), 1.5W (CW)
• Modulation system : Low level modulation
• Modulation depth : 85%
• Audio harmonic distortion : Less than 10%
(at 85%+3dB mod.)
• Spurious emissions : More than –36dBm
(Except operating frequency ±1MHz range)
• Frequency stability : ±5 ppm
• Ext. microphone connector : 3-conductor 2.5 (d) mm
(1⁄10")/ 150Ω
■ RECEIVER
• Intermediate frequencies : 46.35MHz/450kHz (1st/2nd)
• Sensitivity : –3dBμ (typ., at 12dB SINAD
with CCITT filter)
• Squelch sensitivity : Less than 0dBμ (threshold)
• Selectivity : More than 7.5kHz/–6dB
Less than 25kHz/–60dB
• Hum and noise : More than 40dB at 90% mod.
• Spurious response rejection: More than 70dB
• Audio output power :
Internal speaker More than 700mW
External speaker More than 500mW
(at 7.4V DC, AM 10% dist., 30% mod. with an 8Ω load)
• Ext. speaker connector : 3-conductor 3.5 (d) mm
(1⁄8")/ 8 Ω
Measurements made in accordance with EN 300 676 for IC-A15/A15S.
Specifications for IC-A14/A14S
■ GENERAL
• Frequency coverage :
IC-A14 Tx 118.000– 136.975MHz
Rx 108.000– 136.975MHz
WX 161.650– 163.275MHz
IC-A14S Tx/Rx 118.000– 136.975MHz
• Channel spacing : 25kHz
• Mode : 6K00A3E (AM)
WX (IC-A14 only) 16K0G3E (FM)
• No. of memory channels :
IC-A14 200 channels (Max.)
with 10 banks
IC-A14S 100 channels (Max.)
• Antenna impedance : 50Ω (BNC)
• Power supply requirement : 7.4V DC (with Icom battery pack)
• Current drain (at 7.4V DC) :
Transmit : 1.5A
Receive Max. audio 500mA
Stand-by 50mA typ.
• Operating temp. range : –10°C to +60°C; +14°F to +140°F
• Dimensions (W×H×D) : 53×120×36.9 mm
(projections not included) 23⁄32×423⁄32×17⁄16 in
• Weight :
Without ant. and battery pack 180g; 6.3oz (approx.)
With ant. and BP-232N 350g; 12.3oz (approx.)
■ TRANSMITTER
• Output power (at 7.4V) : 5.0W typ. (PEP), 1.5W (CW)
• Modulation system : Low level modulation
• Modulation limiting : 70–100%
• Audio harmonic distortion : Less than 10% (at 60% mod.)
• Spurious emissions : More than 46dB
(Except operating frequency ±62.5kHz range)
• Hum and noise ratio : More than 35dB
• Frequency stability : ±5 ppm
• Ext. microphone connector : 3-conductor 2.5 (d) mm
(1⁄10")/ 150Ω
■ RECEIVER
• Intermediate frequencies : 46.35MHz/450kHz (1st/2nd)
• Sensitivity COM : 0.5μV (typ., at 6dB S/N)
NAV (IC-A14 only) 0.71μV (typ., at 6dB S/N)
WX (IC-A14 only) 0.22μV (typ., at 12dB SINAD)
• Squelch sensitivity : Less than 1.0μV (threshold)
WX (IC-A14 only) Less than 0.56μV (threshold)
• Selectivity : More than 7.5kHz/–6dB
Less than 25kHz/–60dB
• Hum and noise : More than 35dB at 30% mod.
• Spurious response rejection: More than 60dB
WX (IC-A14 only) More than 30dB
• Audio output power :
Internal speaker More than 700mW
External speaker More than 500mW
(at 7.4V DC, AM 10% dist., 30% mod. with an 8Ω load)
• Ext. speaker connector : 3-conductor 3.5 (d) mm
(1⁄8")/ 8 Ω
Possibly do a trade in program with the ICA3s for them as the UK is desperate for used units.
No prices yet though.
eish zulu1
FEATURES
IC-A14/S. NPI NOVEMBER 2007
Full keypad type, Simple keypad type
The IC-A14 and IC-A15 full keypad type are for student pilots or back-up radio in an emergency. The full keypad
allows you to input of the channel (frequency) directly and has an exclusive button for the 121.5MHz emergency
channel. The IC-A14 receives NAV channels and WX channels and the duplex function allows you to call
a flight service station while receiving the beacon signal of a VOR station. (IC-A14 only)
On the other hand, the IC-A14S and IC-A15S simple keypad type are for ground crews. It provides more simple
operation with a minimum of buttons. The 121.5 MHz emergency channel is available on this version too.
700 mW loud audio with built-in BTL amplifier
Because air band transceivers are usually operated in high-noise environments, it is essential for the radio to
provide loud and clear audio. The IC-A14/S series employs a built-in BTL audio amplifier that doubles the audio
output. As a result, it delivers 700mW of loud and clear sound.
Large capacity Lithium-Ion battery pack
With the 2000mAh large capacity Lithium-Ion battery pack,
BP-232N, the IC-A14/S series provides stable output power
and 18 hours (approx.) of operating time.
The new BP-261*, battery case will take 6 AA (LR6) alkaline
cells for convenient battery backup.
* Available later.
Modern design, rugged body
The IC-A14/S series shares the same design concept with the IC-F3020 land mobile radio. The IC-A14/S series
is compact (120mm height) and light weight (approximate 350g with BP-232N and antenna). The large size 10-key buttons
have ample button-pitch to allow blind touch operation. The aluminum die-cast chassis is the basis for this
rugged construction, allowing long-life usage in various environments.
IPX4, MIL-STD-810
The IC-A14/S series is designed to pass the MIL-STD-810 environmental tests and IPX4 rating. The water resistant
construction provides reliable operation in wet conditions.
Alphanumeric LCD
For the function display, an 8-character 14-segment alphanumeric LCD is employed to make a variety of information
visually recognizable immediately. The LCD backlight is available for night time operation.
200 memory channels with memory banks
A total of 200* memory channels can be named with an 8-character channel name for easy recognition. By
grouping these channels into 10 memory banks*, quick and easy operation is possible. The optional PC cloning
software, CS-A14 allows you quick and easy memory management from your PC.
* IC-A14/A15 only. IC-A14S/A15S has 100 memory channels and memory banks are not available.
New BC-179 holder type charger
The new BC-179 is a light weight holder type battery charger for charging the radio in a limited space such as in an
airplane or a vehicle. The charger securely holds and charges the radio, even in bumpy conditions. The CP-22, cigarette
lighter cable can be used with the BC-179.
Side Tone function
The side tone function allows you to hear your own voice via a headset. By monitoring your own voice, this function
eliminates unnecessary shouting on a noisy runway. Side tone level is adjustable from the radio.
* Optional OPC-499 headset adapter cable and third party aviation headset are required.
Other functions
• NOAA weather channels (IC-A14, USA version only)
• 5W typ. (PEP), 1.5W (CW) output power
• ANL (Auto Noise Limiter) reduces noise components
• Low battery indication and low battery beep
• BNC type antenna connector
• Adjustable microphone gain setting
• Home function returns the radio to the default settings (Except memory channels
SPECIFICATIONS
IC-A14/S. NPI NOVEMBER 2007
-3-
Specifications for IC-A15/A15S
■ GENERAL
• Frequency coverage :
Tx 118.000– 136.975MHz
Rx 118.000– 136.975MHz
• Channel spacing : 25kHz
• Mode : 6K00A3E (AM)
• No. of memory channels :
IC-A15 200 channels (Max.)
with 10 banks
IC-A15S 100 channels (Max.)
• Antenna impedance : 50Ω (BNC)
• Power supply requirement : 7.4V DC (with Icom battery pack)
• Current drain (at 7.4V DC) :
Transmit : 1.5A
Receive Max. audio 500mA
Stand-by 50mA typ.
• Operating temp. range : –20°C to +55°C
• Dimensions (W×H×D) : 53×120×36.9 mm
(projections not included) 23⁄32×423⁄32×17⁄16 in
• Weight :
Without ant. and battery pack 180g (approx.)
With ant. and BP-232N 350g (approx.)
■ TRANSMITTER
• Output power (at 7.4V) : 5.0W typ. (PEP), 1.5W (CW)
• Modulation system : Low level modulation
• Modulation depth : 85%
• Audio harmonic distortion : Less than 10%
(at 85%+3dB mod.)
• Spurious emissions : More than –36dBm
(Except operating frequency ±1MHz range)
• Frequency stability : ±5 ppm
• Ext. microphone connector : 3-conductor 2.5 (d) mm
(1⁄10")/ 150Ω
■ RECEIVER
• Intermediate frequencies : 46.35MHz/450kHz (1st/2nd)
• Sensitivity : –3dBμ (typ., at 12dB SINAD
with CCITT filter)
• Squelch sensitivity : Less than 0dBμ (threshold)
• Selectivity : More than 7.5kHz/–6dB
Less than 25kHz/–60dB
• Hum and noise : More than 40dB at 90% mod.
• Spurious response rejection: More than 70dB
• Audio output power :
Internal speaker More than 700mW
External speaker More than 500mW
(at 7.4V DC, AM 10% dist., 30% mod. with an 8Ω load)
• Ext. speaker connector : 3-conductor 3.5 (d) mm
(1⁄8")/ 8 Ω
Measurements made in accordance with EN 300 676 for IC-A15/A15S.
Specifications for IC-A14/A14S
■ GENERAL
• Frequency coverage :
IC-A14 Tx 118.000– 136.975MHz
Rx 108.000– 136.975MHz
WX 161.650– 163.275MHz
IC-A14S Tx/Rx 118.000– 136.975MHz
• Channel spacing : 25kHz
• Mode : 6K00A3E (AM)
WX (IC-A14 only) 16K0G3E (FM)
• No. of memory channels :
IC-A14 200 channels (Max.)
with 10 banks
IC-A14S 100 channels (Max.)
• Antenna impedance : 50Ω (BNC)
• Power supply requirement : 7.4V DC (with Icom battery pack)
• Current drain (at 7.4V DC) :
Transmit : 1.5A
Receive Max. audio 500mA
Stand-by 50mA typ.
• Operating temp. range : –10°C to +60°C; +14°F to +140°F
• Dimensions (W×H×D) : 53×120×36.9 mm
(projections not included) 23⁄32×423⁄32×17⁄16 in
• Weight :
Without ant. and battery pack 180g; 6.3oz (approx.)
With ant. and BP-232N 350g; 12.3oz (approx.)
■ TRANSMITTER
• Output power (at 7.4V) : 5.0W typ. (PEP), 1.5W (CW)
• Modulation system : Low level modulation
• Modulation limiting : 70–100%
• Audio harmonic distortion : Less than 10% (at 60% mod.)
• Spurious emissions : More than 46dB
(Except operating frequency ±62.5kHz range)
• Hum and noise ratio : More than 35dB
• Frequency stability : ±5 ppm
• Ext. microphone connector : 3-conductor 2.5 (d) mm
(1⁄10")/ 150Ω
■ RECEIVER
• Intermediate frequencies : 46.35MHz/450kHz (1st/2nd)
• Sensitivity COM : 0.5μV (typ., at 6dB S/N)
NAV (IC-A14 only) 0.71μV (typ., at 6dB S/N)
WX (IC-A14 only) 0.22μV (typ., at 12dB SINAD)
• Squelch sensitivity : Less than 1.0μV (threshold)
WX (IC-A14 only) Less than 0.56μV (threshold)
• Selectivity : More than 7.5kHz/–6dB
Less than 25kHz/–60dB
• Hum and noise : More than 35dB at 30% mod.
• Spurious response rejection: More than 60dB
WX (IC-A14 only) More than 30dB
• Audio output power :
Internal speaker More than 700mW
External speaker More than 500mW
(at 7.4V DC, AM 10% dist., 30% mod. with an 8Ω load)
• Ext. speaker connector : 3-conductor 3.5 (d) mm
(1⁄8")/ 8 Ω