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Icom IC-7600 Instruction Manual
Summary of IC-7600
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Instruction manual hf/50 mhz transceiver i7600
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I foreword thank you for making the ic-7600 your radio of choice. We hope you agree with icom’s philosophy of “technology first.” many hours of research and devel- opment went into the design of your ic-7600. Features m ultimate receiver performance: third-order inter- cept (ip3) of +30 dbm (hf band...
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Precautions r warning high rf voltage! Never attach an antenna or internal antenna connector during transmission. This may result in an electrical shock or burn. R warning! Never operate the transceiver with a headset or other audio accessories at high volume levels. Hearing experts advise against c...
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Iii table of contents foreword .............................................................. I important ............................................................... I explicit definitions ............................................ I supplied accessories....................................... ...
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D about rtty reverse mode ......................... 47 d twin peak filter ............................................ 47 d functions for the rtty decoder indication .. 48 d setting the decoder threshold level ............. 48 d rtty memory transmission ....................... 49 d automatic transmis...
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V table of contents 6 memory operation .............................. 99−104 d using the [∫]/[√] keys ................................ 99 d using the keypad ........................................ 99 d selecting a memory channel using the memory list screen .................... 100 d confirming prog...
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12 control command ............................ 151−159 d ci-v connection example .......................... 151 d data format ............................................... 151 d command table ........................................ 152 d data content description ........................... 157 1...
Page 8: N Front Panel
Q power switch [power•timer] (p. 30) while transceiver’s power is off: ± push to turn the transceiver power on. • turn the optional dc power supply on in advance. • the indicator on this switch lights green when powered on. While transceiver’s power is on: ± push momentarily to toggle the timer func...
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Y microphone connector [mic] accepts the supplied or optional microphone. • see p. 161 for appropriate microphones. • see p. 23 for microphone connector information. U mic gain control [mic gain] (p. 36) adjusts microphone input gain. • the transmit audio tone in ssb, am and fm modes can be adjusted...
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!1 break-in delay control [bk-in delay] (p. 85) adjusts the transmit-to-receive switching delay time for cw semi-break-in operations. Push short delay for high speed keying (2 dots) long delay for slow speed keying (13 dots) !2 electronic cw keyer speed control [key speed] (p. 85) adjusts keying spe...
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Mf3 (multi-function 3 switch) p.Amp switch (p.Amp) (p. 72) or bypasses them. • “p. Amp1” activates 10 db preamp. • “ p. Amp2” activates 16 db high-gain pre- amp. • “p. Amp off” can also be selected. ± turns the preamp function off when pushed and held for 1 sec. What is the preamp? The preamp amplif...
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!4 noise reduction switch [nr] (p. 82) • the indicator on this switch lights green when the func- tion is activated. !5 noise reduction level control [nr] (outer control; p. 82) adjusts the dsp noise reduction level when the noise reduction function is in use. Set for maximum readability. • to use t...
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@1 mode switches selects the desired mode. (p. 32) • announces the selected mode via the speech synthe- sizer. (p. 35) [ssb] ± selects usb and lsb modes alternately when pushed. ± selects ssb data mode (usb-d, lsb-d) when pushed and held for 1 sec. In ssb mode. • in ssb data mode, push to return to ...
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#0 transmit indicator [tx] lights red while transmitting. #1 receive indicator [rx] lights green while receiving a signal and when the squelch is open. #2 lcd function display (p. 13) shows the operating frequency, function switch menus, spectrum scope screen, memor y list screen, set mode settings,...
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#9 passband tuning controls [twin-pbt] (p. 75) adjusts the receiver’s if filter passband width via the dsp. • passband width and shift frequency are displayed in the multi-function display. • push and hold [pbt-clr] for 1 sec. To clear the pbt settings. • adjustment range is set to half of the if fil...
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$6 memory up/down switches [∫]/[√] (p. 99) ± push to select the desired memory channel. • memory channels can be selected both in vfo and memory modes. ± push to select the desired memory channel di- rectly after pushing [f-inp ent] and a memory channel number. $7 memory write switch [mw] (p. 101) s...
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%3 cw pitch control [cw pitch] (outer control; p. 38) shifts the received cw audio pitch and the cw sidetone pitch without changing the operating fre- quency. Lower frequency higher frequency %4 manual notch filter control [notch] (inner control; p. 83) varies the notch frequency of the manual notch...
Page 18: N Rear Panel
N rear panel 1 2 ant dc 13.8v x-verter rx-ant acc tuner in out alc send key 1 2 meter remote ext-sp q w r e t y o !0 !1 !2 !7 !6 !5 !4 !3 i u q ground terminal [gnd] (p. 16) connect this terminal to a ground to prevent elec- trical shocks, tvi, bci and other problems. W antenna connector 1 [ant1] e ...
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I meter jack [meter] (p. 19) outputs a signal showing received signal strength, transmit output power, vswr, alc, speech com- pression, v d or i d level for external meter indica- tion. O straight key jack [key] (p. 17) accepts a straight key or external electronic keyer output using a 1 ⁄ 4 inch st...
Page 20: N Lcd Display
N lcd display q t y u i r e w o !4 !3 !2 !1 e w !0 !6 !5 !2 !3 !7 !5 !8 !0 !1 !9 @0 @2 @3 @1 @4 q s/rf meter (pgs. 35, 126) shows the signal strength while receiving. Shows the relative output power, swr, alc, vd, id or compression levels while transmitting. • a total of 3 meter types are available....
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O rtty tuning indicator shows the tuning condition in rtty mode. !0 mode indicator shows the selected mode. !1 frequency readouts shows the operating frequency. • gray characters are used for not-selected readout. !2 memory channel readouts ± shows the selected memory channel contents in vfo mode. ±...
Page 22: N Screen Menu Arrangement
The following screens can be selected from the start-up screen. Choose the desired screen using the following chart. Pushing [exit/set] several times returns to the start-up screen. See p. 119 for set mode arrangement. • spectrum scope screen (p. 65) • voice recorder screen* (p. 90) • rtty decoder s...
Page 23: N Unpacking
N unpacking after unpacking, immediately report any damage to the delivering carrier or dealer. Keep the shipping cartons. For a description and a diagram of accessory equip- ment included with the ic-7600, see ‘supplied acces- sories’ on p. I of this manual. N selecting a location select a location...
Page 24: N Required Connections
N required connections d front panel twin-pbt rit/ tx Ӡ notch cw pitch voice memory bal nr af rf/sql mic gain rf power bk-in delay key speed timer phones elec-key mic auto tune gene f-inp 1.8 3.5 1 2 14 5 18 6 7 3 24 8 28 9 50 0 ent 4 7 10 21 change ts xfc split dual watch main /sub m.Scope vfo/memo...
Page 25: N Advanced Connections
N advanced connections d front panel twin-pbt rit/ tx Ӡ notch cw pitch voice memory bal nr af rf/sql mic gain rf power bk-in delay key speed timer phones elec-key mic auto tune gene f-inp 1.8 3.5 1 2 14 5 18 6 7 3 24 8 28 9 50 0 ent 4 7 10 21 change ts xfc split dual watch main /sub m.Scope vfo/memo...
Page 26: N Usb Connection
D rear panel— 2 1 2 ant dc 13.8v x-verter rx-ant acc tuner in out alc send key 1 2 meter remote ext-sp [meter] connects an external meter, etc. 3.5 (d) mm; 1⁄8" plug output impedance : 4.7 k ø output voltage (open circuit) : 2.5 v (default) output voltage can be adjusted 0 to 5 v in acc set mode. (p...
Page 27: N Power Supply Connections
N power supply connections use a dc power supply with a 23 a capacity when operating the transceiver with ac power. Refer to the diagrams below. Caution: before connecting the dc power cable, check the following important items. Make sure: • the [power] switch is off. • output voltage of the power s...
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N linear amplifier connections d connecting the ic-pw1/euro exciter 1 1&2 to an antenna acc-1 ant ant2 ant1 acc 2 input1 input2 remote gnd ic-pw1/euro ac outlet (non-european versions : 100–120/220–240 v european version : 230 v) transceiver remote remote control cable (supplied with the ic-pw1/euro)...
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N transverter jack information when 2 to 13.8 v is applied to pin 6 of [acc 2], the [x-verter] connector is activated for transverter op- eration and the antenna connectors do not receive or transmit any signals. While receiving, the [x-verter] connector can be activated as an input terminal from an...
Page 30: N Microphones
N microphone connector information (front panel view) y gnd (ptt ground) t ptt r main readout squelch switch q microphone input w +8 v dc output e frequency up/down i main readout af output (varies with [af]) gnd (microphone ground) u [mic] pin no. Function description w +8 v dc output max. 10 ma e ...
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N accessory connector information acc 1 pin no. Name description specifications 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 rtty controls rtty keying “high” level “low” level output current : more than 2.4 v : less than 0.6 v : less than 2 ma 2 gnd connects to ground. Connected in parallel with acc 2 pin 2. 3 send input/outp...
Page 32: Basic Operation
N before first applying power before first applying power, make sure all connec- tions required for your system are complete by refer- ring to chapter 2. After all connections have been done, set controls and switches as shown in the figure below. Twin-pbt rit/ tx Ӡ notch cw pitch voice memory bal nr...
Page 33: N Main/sub Band Selection
26 3 basic operation 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 n selecting vfo/memory mode ± push [vfo/memo] to switch between vfo and memory modes. • “vfo” appears when in vfo mode, or the selected memory channel number appears when in memory mode. • pushing and holding [vfo/memo] for 1...
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N selecting an operating band the triple band stacking register provides 3 memories for each band key, storing frequency and mode infor- mation. This function is convenient when you operate 3 oper- ating modes on one band. For example, one register is used for a cw frequency, another for a ssb fre- ...
Page 35: N Frequency Setting
N frequency setting the transceiver has several tuning methods for con- venient frequency tuning. D tuning with the main dial q push the desired band key on the keypad 1–3 times. • 3 different frequencies can be selected on each band with the band key. (see previous page “using the band stacking reg...
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D about 5 mhz band operation (usa version only) operation on the 5 mhz band is allowed on 5 discrete frequencies and must adhere to the following: • usb mode • maximum of 50 watts erp (effective radiated power) • 2.8 khz bandwidth it’s your responsibility to set all controls so that trans- mission i...
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D selecting 1 hz step a minimum tuning step of 1 hz can be used for fine tuning. Q push [ts] to turn the quick tuning function off. W push and hold [ts] for 1 sec. To turn the 1 hz tun- ing step on and off. Note: • rit and/or ∂tx also functions in 1 hz tuning step when used. • the frequency is chang...
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D band edge warning beep when you tune inside or outside of an amateur band’s frequency range, a warning beep sounds. (“ ” may be indicated on outside of an amateur band’s fre- quency.) (p. 14) this function can be turned off in set mode, if desired. Q push [exit/set] several times to close a multi-...
Page 39: N Operating Mode Selection
N operating mode selection ssb (usb/lsb), ssb data (usb data/lsb data), cw, cw reverse (cw-r), rtty, rtty reverse (rtty-r), psk, psk reverse (psk-r), am, am data, fm and fm data modes are available in the ic-7600. Push the desired mode switch to select a mode of operation. See the diagram as at righ...
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N squelch and receive (rf) sensitivity adjusts the rf gain and squelch threshold level. The squelch removes noise output from the speaker (closed position) when no signal is received. • the squelch is particularly effective for am and fm. It is also available for other modes. • 12 to 1 o’clock posit...
Page 41: N Volume Setting
N volume setting ± rotate [af] control clockwise to increase, counter- clockwise to decrease the audio output level. Increases decreases n meter indication selection the transceiver has 6 transmit meter functions for your convenience. ± push [meter] (mf2) several times to select the desired meter. I...
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D meter type selection a total of 3 meter types are available in the ic-7600— standard, edgewise and bar meters. Follow the instructions below for the meter type selec- tion. Q push [exit/set] several times to return to normal screen, if necessary. W push [set] (f-6), then push [disp] (f-3) to selec...
Page 43: N Basic Transmit Operation
N basic transmit operation before transmitting, monitor your selected operating frequency to make sure transmitting won’t cause interference to other stations on the same frequency. It’s good amateur practice to listen first, and then, even if nothing is heard, ask “is the frequency in use?” once or ...
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D drive gain adjustment the drive gain is active for all modes other than ssb mode with speech compressor off. Before transmitting, monitor your selected operat- ing frequency to make sure transmitting won’t cause interference to other stations on the same frequency. Q push [exit/set] several times ...
Page 45: Receive And Transmit
N functions for cw operation d about cw reverse mode cw-r (cw reverse) mode uses the opposite side band to receive cw signals. Use when interfering signals are near a desired sig- nal and you want to use cw-r to reduce the interfer- ence. ± during cw mode, push [cw] to select cw and cw-r mode. D abo...
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D apf (audio peak filter) operation the apf changes the audio frequency response by boosting a particular frequency to enhance a desired cw signal. Q during cw mode, push [apf/tpf] to turn the audio peak filter on and off. • “ ” appears in the display and the indicator on this switch lights green wh...
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40 4 receive and transmit 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 n electronic keyer functions the ic-7600 has a number of convenient functions for the built-in electronic keyer that can be accessed from the memory keyer menu. Q during cw mode, push [exit/set] several times to return t...
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D memory keyer screen pre-set characters can be sent using the keyer send menu. Contents of the memory keyer are set using the edit menu. • transmitting q during cw mode operation, push [keyer] (f-3) to select memory keyer screen. W push [transmit] to set the transceiver to trans- mit, or set the br...
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D editing a memory keyer the contents of the memory keyer memories can be set using the memory keyer edit menu. The memory keyer can memorize and re-transmit 4 cw key codes for often-used cw sentences, contest serial numbers, etc. Total capacity of the memory keyer is 70 charac- ters per memory chan...
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D contest number set mode this menu is used to set the contest (serial) number and count-up trigger, etc. • setting contents q during cw mode operation, push [keyer] (f-3) to select memory keyer screen. W push [exit/set] to select memory keyer menu, then push [001] (f-3) to select contest serial num...
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D keyer set mode this set mode is used to set the memory keyer repeat time, dash weight, paddle specifications, keyer type, etc. • setting contents q during cw mode operation, push [keyer] (f-3) to select memory keyer screen. W push [exit/set] to select memory keyer menu, then push [cw key] (f-4) to ...
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Dkeyer set mode (continued) paddle polarity normal this item sets the paddle dot-dash polarity. • normal and reverse polarity can be selected. Keyer type elec-key this item selects the keyer type for [elec-key] connector on the front panel. • straight key, bug-key and elec-key can be selected. (defa...
Page 53: N Rtty (Fsk) Operation
N rtty (fsk) operation a dsp-based high-quality baudot rtty encoder/ decoder is built-in to the ic-7600. When connecting a pc keyboard (pgs. 18, 19), rtty operation can be performed without an external rtty terminal, tnc or pc. If you would rather use your rtty terminal or tnc, consult the manual th...
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D about rtty reverse mode received characters are occasionally garbled when the received signal is reversed between mark and space tones. This reversal can be caused by incor- rect tnc connections, setting, commands, etc. To receive a reversed rtty signals correctly, select rtty-r (rtty reverse) mod...
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D functions for the rtty decoder indication q push a band key to select the desired band. W push [rtty/psk] to select rtty. • after rtty mode is selected, push and hold [rtty/ psk] for 1 sec. To toggle between rtty and rtty-r modes. • “rtty” or “rtty-r” appears. E push [decode] (f-3) to display the ...
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D rtty memory transmission pre-set characters can be sent using the rtty memory. Contents of the memory are set using the edit menu. Q during rtty mode operation, push [decode] (f-3) to select rtty decode screen. W push [tx mem] (f-3) to select rtty memory screen. E push [1–4/5–8] (f-6) to select me...
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D editing rtty memory the contents of the rtty memories can be set using the memory edit menu. The memory can store and re-transmit 8 rtty message for often-used rtty information. Total capacity of the memory is 70 char- acters per memory channel. • programming contents q during rtty mode operation,...
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D rtty decode set mode this set mode is used to set the decode usos func- tion, time stamp setting, etc. • setting contents q during rtty mode operation, push [decode] (f-3) to select rtty decode screen. W push [] (f-1) to select the second rtty decode menu, then push [set] (f-5) to select rtty deco...
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Rtty tx usos on explicitly inserts the figs character even though it is not required by the receiving station. • on : inserts figs. • off : does not insert figs. Rtty auto cr+lf by tx on selects the automatic new line code (cr+lf) trans- mission capability. • on : transmits cr+lf code once. • off : ...
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D data saving the contents of the rtty memory/received signal can be saved into the usb-memory. Q during rtty decode screen indication, push [] (f-1) to select the rtty decode sec- ond menu. W push [save] (f-4) to select decode file save screen. E change the following conditions if desired. • file n...
Page 61: N Psk Operation
N psk operation a high-quality dsp-based psk encoder/decoder is built-in to the ic-7600. When connecting a pc key- board (pgs. 18, 19), psk operation can be performed without psk software installed on your pc. If desired, you can also use your psk software; con- sult the manual that comes with the s...
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D about bpsk and qpsk modes bpsk and qpsk modes are available for psk. • bpsk (binary phase shift keying) mode is the most commonly used mode. • qpsk (quadrature phase shift keying) mode has error correction capability to provide better decoding than bpsk mode in marginal condition. However, more ac...
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D functions for the psk decoder indication q push a band key to select the desired band. W push [rtty/psk] to select psk. • after psk mode is selected, push and hold [rtty/ psk] for 1 sec. To toggle between psk and psk-r modes. • “psk” or “psk-r” appears. E push [decode] (f-3) to display the decode ...
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D psk memory transmission pre-set characters can be sent using the psk memory. Contents of the memory are set using the edit menu. Q during psk mode operation, push [decode] (f-3) to select psk decode screen. W push [tx mem] (f-3) to select psk memory screen. E push [1–4/5–8] (f-6) to select memory ...
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D editing psk memory the contents of the psk memories can be set using the memory edit menu. The memory can store and re-transmit 8 psk message for often-used psk infor- mation. Total capacity of the memory is 70 characters per memory channel. • programming contents q during psk mode operation, push...
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D psk decode set mode this set mode is used to set the psk afc range, time stamp setting, etc. • setting contents q during psk mode operation, push [decode] (f-3) to select psk decode screen. W push [] (f-1) to select the second psk decode menu, then push [set] (f-5) to select psk decode set mode. •...
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Psk time stamp (frequency) off selects the operating frequency display for time stamp usage. Note: the frequency won’t be displayed when “off” is selected in “psk time stamp” as below left. • on : displays the operating frequency. • off : no operating frequency display. Psk font color (receive) 128 ...
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D data saving the contents of the psk memory/received signal can be saved into the usb-memory. Q during psk decode screen indication, push [] (f-1) to select the psk decode sec- ond menu. W push [save] (f-4) to select decode file save screen. E change the following conditions if desired. • file name...
Page 69: N Repeater Operation
N repeater operation a repeater retransmits a received signal on a differ- ent frequency. When using a repeater, the transmit frequency is shifted from the receive frequency by an offset frequency. A repeater can be accessed using split frequency operation with the transmit frequency shifted to the ...
Page 70: N Tone Squelch Operation
N tone squelch operation the tone squelch opens only when receiving a sig- nal containing a matching subaudible tone. You can silently wait for calls from group members using the same tone. Q set the desired frequency band and select fm mode. W push [tone] (mf7) several times to turn the tone squelc...
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N data mode (afsk) operation when operating amtor or packet with your tnc and/or pc software, consult the manual that comes with the tnc and/or the software. Q connect a pc and tnc to the transceiver. (p. 22) w push a band key to select the desired band. E push [ssb] or [am/fm] to select the desired...
Page 72: N Spectrum Scope Screen
N spectrum scope screen this dsp-based spectrum scope allows you to dis- play the frequency and relative signal strength of received signals on the strengths of signals. The ic- 7600 has two modes for the spectrum display— one is center mode, and the other is fixed mode. In addition, the ic-7600 has...
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D fixed mode displays signals within the specified frequency range. Conditions on the selected frequency band can be observed at a glance when using this mode. Q push [exit/set] several times to close a multi- function screen, if necessary. W push [scope] (f-1) to select the scope screen. E push [ce...
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D mini scope screen indication the mini scope screen can be displayed with another screen display, such as set mode menu, decode screen, memory list screen, etc. Simultaneously. Q set the scope mode (center or fixed), marker, attenuator, span, etc. In advance. (pgs. 65, 66) w push and hold [main/sub...
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Scope during tx (center type) on turn display of the transmit signal on and off. Note: transmit signal display is available for the center mode only. Max hold on turn the peak level hold function on and off. Center type display filter center select the center frequency of the spectrum scope indicati...
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Dscope set mode (continued) sweep speed ( ± 25k) fast select the sweep speed for the ±25 khz span selec- tion from slow, mid and fast. Sweep speed ( ± 50k) fast select the sweep speed for the ±50 khz span selec- tion from slow, mid and fast. Sweep speed ( ± 100k) fast select the sweep speed for the ...
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Fixed edges ( 8.00 − 11.00) 10.100 − 10.150 mhz set the scope edge frequencies for fixed mode scope when the 8 to 11 mhz band is selected. • set the frequencies within 8.000 to 11.000 mhz range in 1 khz steps. As edge frequencies are set, the other edge fre- quency will be automatically set for a di...
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Dscope set mode (continued) fixed edges (26.00 − 30.00) 28.000 − 28.500 mhz set the scope edge frequencies for fixed mode scope when the 26 to 30 mhz band is selected. • set the frequencies within 26.000 to 30.000 mhz range in 1 khz steps. As edge frequencies are set, the other edge fre- quency will...
Page 79: N Preamplifier
N preamplifier the preamp amplifies received signals in the receiver front end, to improve the s/n ratio and sensitivity. Set this to preamp 1 or preamp 2 when receiving weak signals. ± push [p.Amp] (mf3) several times to set the pre- amp off, preamp 1 on or preamp 2 on. ± push and hold [p.Amp] (mf3)...
Page 80: N Rit Function
N rit function the rit (receive increment tuning) function com- pensates for off-frequency operation of the received station. The function shifts the receive frequency up to ±9.999 khz in 1 hz steps (10 hz steps when cancelling the 1 hz step readout) without moving the transmit fre- quency. Q push [...
Page 81: N Agc Function
N agc function the agc (auto gain control) controls receiver gain to produce a constant audio output level even when the received signal strength varies greatly. The transceiver has 3 preset agc characteristics (time constant: fast, mid, slow) for non-fm mode. The fm mode agc time constant is fixed ...
Page 82: N Twin Pbt Operation
N twin pbt operation ssb/cw/rtty/psk/am pbt (passband tuning) electronically narrows the if passband width by shifting the if frequency slightly outside of the if filter passband to reject interference. The ic-7600 uses dsp for the pbt function. Moving both [twin-pbt] controls to the same position s...
Page 83: N If filter Selection
N if filter selection the transceiver has 3 passband width if filters for each mode. For ssb, cw and psk modes, the passband width can be set within 50 to 3600 hz in 50 or 100 hz steps. A total of 41 passband widths are available. For rtty mode, the passband width can be set within 50 to 2700 hz in 5...
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D roofing filter selection the ic-7600 has 3, 6 and 15 khz roofing filters at the 1st if frequency. The roofing filter provides interfer- ence reduction from nearby strong signals. Q push and hold [filter] for 1 sec. To enter filter set screen. W select any mode except fm. E push [roofing] (f-5] to se...
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Hf ssb (600hz – ) sharp select the filter shape for ssb mode in hf bands. The set filter shape is automatically used only when the if filter is set to 600 hz or wider. Ssb-d (600hz – ) sharp select the filter shape for ssb data mode in hf bands. The set filter shape is automatically used only when the ...
Page 86: N Dualwatch Operation
N dualwatch operation dualwatch monitors 2 frequencies with the same mode simultaneously. During dualwatch, both frequencies should be on the same band, because the bandpass filter in the rf cir- cuit is selected for the main readout frequency. Q set a desired frequency into the main band. W push an...
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• scanning during dualwatch scanning operates only for the main readout. To operate the scan during dualwatch, scan on the main readout and use the sub readout for your qso using both dualwatch and split frequency operation. Q program the desired programmed scan edges in the same amateur band. See p...
Page 88: N Noise Blanker
N noise blanker ssb/cw/rtty/psk/am the noise blanker eliminates pulse-type noise such as the noise from car ignitions. The noise blanker is not available for fm mode. ± push [nb] to turn the noise blanker function on and off. • the indicator on this switch lights green when the noise blanker is on. ...
Page 89: N Noise Reduction
N noise reduction the noise reduction function reduces random noise components and enhances desired signals which are buried in noise. The dsp performs the random noise reduction function. Q push [nr] to turn the noise reduction on. • the indicator on this switch lights green. W rotate the [nr] cont...
Page 90: N Notch Function
N notch function this transceiver has auto and manual notch func- tions. The auto notch function uses dsp to automatically attenuate beat tones, tuning signals, etc., even if they are moving. The manual notch can be set to attenu- ate a frequency via the [notch] control. The auto notch can be used i...
Page 91: N Vox Function
N vox function ssb/am/fm the vox (voice-operated transmission) function switches between transmit and receive with your voice. This function provides “hands-free” operation. D using the vox function q select a phone mode (ssb, am, fm). W push [vox] (mf6) to turn the vox function on or off. • “vox” a...
Page 92: N Break-In Function
N break-in function cw the break-in function is used in cw mode to auto- matically toggle the transceiver between transmit and receive when keying. The ic-7600 is capable of full break-in or semi break-in. D semi break-in operation during semi break-in operation, the transceiver imme- diately transm...
Page 93: N Speech Compressor
N speech compressor ssb the speech compressor increases average rf output power, improving signal strength and readability. Q push [ssb] to select usb or lsb mode. W push and hold [comp] (mf7) for 1 sec. To select comp tbw set screen. E adjust the [mic gain] control so that the alc meter reads withi...
Page 94: ∂Tx Function
N ∂tx function the ∂tx function shifts the transmit frequency up to ±9.999 khz in 1 hz steps (10 hz steps when cancel- ling the 1 hz step readout) without moving the receive frequency. Q push [∂tx] to turn ∂tx function on. • “ ” and the shifting frequency appear when the function is on. W rotate the...
Page 95: N Split Frequency Operation
N split frequency operation split frequency operation allows you to transmit and receive in the same mode on two different frequen- cies. Split frequency operation is performed using 2 frequencies on the main and sub readouts. The following is an example of setting 21.290 mhz for receiving and 21.31...
Page 96: N Quick Split Function
N quick split function when you find a dx station, an important consider- ation is how to set the split frequency. When you push and hold the [split] switch for 1 sec., the split frequency operation is turned on, and the sub readout frequency and operating mode is equalized to the main readout, then...
Page 97: Voice Recorder Functions
N about digital voice recorder the ic-7600 has digital voice memories, up to 4 messages for transmit, and up to 20 messages for receive. A maximum message length of 30 sec. Can be recorded into receive memory (total message length for all channels of up to 209 sec.) and a total mes- sage length of u...
Page 98
N recording a received audio up to 20 receive voice memories are available in the ic-7600. A total of 209 sec. Of audio can be recorded in receive messages. However, the maximum record- able length of a single message is 30 sec. This voice recorder records not only the received audio, but also the i...
Page 99
N playing the recorded audio d basic playing q push [exit/set] several times to close a multi- function screen, if necessary. W push [voice] (f-2) to call up the voice recorder screen. • previously selected screen, tx or rx memory, is dis- played. If the tx memory message (t1–t4) appears, push [t/r]...
Page 100
N protect the recorded contents the protect function is available to protect the recorded contents from accidental erasure, such as over-writing, etc. Q call up the voice recorder screen, rx memory. W push [y] (f-1) or [z] (f-2) to select the desired voice message. E push [protect] (f-4) to turn the...
Page 101
N recording a message for transmit to transmit a message using the voice recorder, record the desired message in advance as described below. The ic-7600 has digital voice memories for transmis- sion, up to 4 messages and a total message length of up to 99 sec. Can be recorded. D recording q push [ex...
Page 102: N Programming A Memory Name
N programming a memory name memory messages can be tagged with alphanumeric names of up to 30 characters each. Capital letters, small letters, numerals, some symbols (! # $ % & ¥ ? " ’ ` ^ + – 1 / . , : ; = ( ) [ ] { } ¦ _ – @) and spaces can be used. (see the table below.) q record a message as des...
Page 103
N sending a recorded message q push [exit/set] several times to close a multi- function screen, if necessary. W select a phone mode by pushing [ssb] or [am/fm]. E push [voice] (f-2) to call up the voice recorder screen. • if the receive voice message appears, push [t/r] (f-6) to select tx message (t...
Page 104: N Voice Set Mode
N voice set mode sets the automatic monitor function, short play and normal recording times for voice recorder. Q push [exit/set] several times to close a multi- function screen, if necessary. W push [voice] (f-2) to call up the voice recorder screen. E push [exit/set] to select voice recorder menu....
Page 105
N saving a voice message into the usb-memory d saving the received audio memory the recorded rx memory contents can be saved into the usb-memory. Q during voice recorder rx memory screen display, push [save] (f-5) to select voice file save screen. • previously selected screen, tx or rx memory, is di...
Page 106: Memory Operation
6 99 memory operation n memory channels the transceiver has 101 memory channels. Memory mode is very useful for quick change to often-used frequencies. All 101 memory channels are tunable which means the programmed frequency can be tuned temporarily with the main dial, etc. In memory mode. Memory ch...
Page 107: N Memory List Screen
N memory list screen the memory list screen simultaneously shows 7 memory channels and their programmed contents. 13 memory channels can be displayed in the wide mem- ory list screen. You can select a desired memory channel from the memory list screen. D selecting a memory channel using the memory l...
Page 108
N memory channel programming memory channel programming can be preformed either in vfo mode or in memory mode. D programming in vfo mode q set the desired frequency, operating mode and fil- ter width in vfo mode. W push [∫]/[√] several times to select the desired memory channel. • memory list screen...
Page 109: N Frequency Transfers
N frequency transfers the frequency and operating mode in a memory channel can be transferred to the vfo. Frequency transfers can be performed in either vfo mode or memory mode. D transferring in vfo mode this is useful for transferring programmed contents to a vfo. Q select vfo mode with [vfo/memo]...
Page 110: N Memory Names
N memory names all memory channels (including scan edges) can be tagged with alphanumeric names of up to 10 charac- ters each. Capital letters, small letters, numerals, some symbols (! # $ % & ¥ ? " ’ ` ^ + – 1 / . , : ; = ( ) [ ] { } ¦ _ – @) and space can be used. D editing (programming) memory na...
Page 111: N Memo Pads
N memo pads the transceiver has a memo pad function to store frequency and operating mode for easy writing and recalling. The memo pads are separate from memory channels. The default number of memo pads is 5, however, this can be increased to 10 in set mode if desired. (p. 132) memo pads are conveni...
Page 112: N Scan Types
N scan types programmed scan repeatedly scans between two scan edge frequencies (scan edge memory channels p1 and p2). This scan operates in vfo mode. Select memory scan repeatedly scans all or one of 3 select memory channels. ∂f scan repeatedly scans within ∂f span area. This scan operates in memor...
Page 113: N Scan Set Mode
N scan set mode scan speed and the scan resume condition can be set using the scan set mode. Q push [scan] (f-5) to select scan screen. W push [set] (f-6) to select scan set mode. E push [y] (f-1) or [z] (f-2) to select the desired item. R rotate the main dial to select the desired condition. • push...
Page 114: N Programmed Scan Operation
N programmed scan operation q push [exit/set] several times to close a multi- function screen, if necessary. W select vfo mode. E select the desired operating mode. • the operating mode can also be changed while scan- ning. R push [scan] (f-5) to select the scan screen. T set [rf/sql] open or closed...
Page 115: N Fine Programmed Scan/fine
N fine programmed scan/fine ∂f scan in fine scan (programmed or ∂f), the scan speed decreases when the squelch opens, but the trans- ceiver keeps scanning. The scanning tuning step shifts from 50 hz to 10 hz when the squelch opens. Q push [exit/set] several times to close a multi- function screen, i...
Page 116: N Memory Scan Operation
N memory scan operation q push [exit/set] several times to close a multi- function screen, if necessary. W select memory mode. E push [scan] (f-5) to select the scan screen. R set [rf/sql] open or closed. • see p. 105 for squelch condition. • if the [rf/sql] control function is set as “auto,” the sq...
Page 117
N setting select memory channels d setting in scan screen q push [exit/set] several times to close a multi- function screen, if necessary. W select memory mode. E push [scan] (f-5) to select the scan screen. R select the desired memory channel to set as a select memory channel. • [ ∫]/[√] keys and d...
Page 118: N Tone Scan
N tone scan the transceiver can detect subaudible tones in a received signal. By monitoring a signal that is being transmitted on a repeater input frequency, you can determine the tone frequency required to access the repeater. Q set the desired frequency or memory channel to be checked for a tone f...
Page 119: Antenna Tuner Operation
N automatic antenna selection the transceiver covers 0.03–60 mhz over 10 bands. Each band key has a band memory which can mem- orize a selected antenna (ant1, ant2, ant1/rx antenna and ant2/rx antenna). When you change the operating frequency beyond a band, the previ- ously used antenna is automatic...
Page 120: N Antenna Tuner Operation
N antenna tuner operation the internal automatic antenna tuner matches the transceiver to the connected antenna automatically. After the tuner matches an antenna, the variable capac- itor settings are memorized as a preset point for each frequency range (100 khz steps). Therefore, when you change th...
Page 121
N optional external tuner operation • ah-4 hf automatic antenna tuner the ah-4 matches the ic-7600 to a long wire antenna more than 7 m/23 ft long (3.5 mhz and above). • see p. 18 for the transceiver and ah-4 connection. • see the ah-4 instruction manual for ah-4 installa- tion and antenna connectio...
Page 122: Clock And Timers
9 115 clock and timers n clock set mode f-1 f-2 f-4 f-6 exit/set main dial set time clock / the ic-7600 has a built-in calendar and 24-hour clock (accuracy ±75 sec. Per month) with daily power on/off timer functions. Before operating these timer functions, set the current date and time. Q push [exit...
Page 123: N Daily Timer Setting
116 9 clock and timers 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 n daily timer setting f-1 f-2 f-4 f-3 f-5 timer2 timer1 timer5 timer4 timer3 f-2 f-4 f-6 time exit/set main dial set timer • timer set mode screen • during [timer1] is selected f-1 f-2 f-4 f-6 set clr the transceiver turns ...
Page 124: N Setting Sleep Timer
N setting sleep timer f-2 f-4 f-6 exit/set main dial timer set sleep / time clr / timer power • sleep timer set condition the sleep timer turns the transceiver power off automatically after passing the set period. The timer can be set to 5–120 min. In 5 min. Steps. The sleep timer function counts th...
Page 125: N Set Mode Description
N set mode description set mode is used for programming infrequently changed values or conditions of functions. The ic- 7600 has a level set mode, display set mode, time set mode, accessory set mode, others set mode and usb-memory set menu. D set mode operation f-1 f-2 f-3 f-4 f-5 f-6 level others t...
Page 126
D screen arrangement • set mode menu screen (p. 118) • level set mode (p. 120) • acc set mode (p. 124) • time set mode (p. 115) • display set mode (p. 126) • others set mode (p. 128) • usb-memory set menu (p. 136) f-3 f-4 f-5 f-6 f-2 f-1 f-2 f-3 f-4 f-5 f-6 119 10 set mode.
Page 127: N Level Set Mode
N level set mode ssb rx hpf/lpf – – – – – – – sets the high-pass filter (100 to 2000 hz) and low- pass filter (500 to 2400 hz) of the receive audio in 100 hz steps in ssb mode. (default: off) note: when this setting is active, below 2 items will be reset to default value, ‘0.’ ssb rx tone (bass) 0 s...
Page 128
N level set mode (continued) cw rx hpf/lpf – – – – – – – sets the high-pass filter (100 to 2000 hz) and low- pass filter (500 to 2400 hz) of the receive audio in 100 hz steps in cw mode. (default: off) rtty rx hpf/lpf – – – – – – – sets the high-pass filter (100 to 2000 hz) and low- pass filter (500...
Page 129
Ssb tbw (wide) 100 – 2900 sets the transmission passband width to a wide set- ting by changing the lower and higher cut-off fre- quencies. • lower freq. : 100 (default), 200, 300 and 500 hz • higher freq. : 2500, 2700, 2800 and 2900 hz (default) ssb tbw (mid) 300 – 2700 sets the transmission passban...
Page 130
N level set mode (continued) beep level 50% sets the beep output level from 0% to 100% in 1% steps. (default: 50%) beep level limit on turns the beep tone output level limiting capabil- ity on and off for the confirmation and band edge beep tones. (default: on) when this item is set to on, the beep ...
Page 131: N Acc Set Mode
N acc set mode usb audio sql off (open) sets the squelch condition of the usb audio which is output from the [usb] (b) connector on the rear panel. The same audio signals are output from [usb] (b) and the acc sockets. • the beep tones and the voice synthesizer announce- ments are not output. • the r...
Page 132
N acc set mode (continued) send relay type lead selects the switching relay type for [relay] from lead and mosfet. Select the suitable relay type when connecting a non-icom linear amplifier. • lead : use mechanical relay. (16 v dc/0.5 a max.; default) • mos-fet : use semiconductor type relay. (250 v...
Page 133: N Display Set Mode
N display set mode bright (lcd) 50% adjusts the lcd unit brightness from 0% (dark) to 100% (bright) range in 1% steps. (default: 50%) backlight (switches) 80 adjusts the switch indicators brightness from 1 (dark) to 100 (bright) range in 1 steps. (default: 80) display type a selects the desired disp...
Page 134
N display set mode (continued) apf−width popup (apf off on) on selects the pop-up display for the apf filter width from on and off. (default: on) mn−q popup (mn off on) on enables the pop-up indication capability when the notch filter width is changed from on to off. (default: on) screen saver funct...
Page 135: N Others Set Mode
N others set mode calibration marker off this item is used for a simple frequency check of the transceiver. (default: off) see p. 147 for calibration procedure. Note: turn the calibration marker off after checking the frequency of the transceiver. • off : calibration marker off • on : calibration ma...
Page 136
N others set mode (continued) quick split on when this item is set to on, pushing and holding [split] for 1 sec. Sets the unselected vfo’s readout frequency and operating mode to the selected vfo’s readout, and activates split operation. (default: on) see p. 89 for details. • off : quick split off •...
Page 137
Tuner preset memory clear the preset memory* of the selected antenna can be cleared with pushing [clr] (f-5). * the variable capacitor settings are memorized as a preset point for each frequency range (100 khz steps) after the tuner matches an antenna. • ant1 push [clr] : the preset memory of the an...
Page 138
N others set mode (continued) rtty keying polarity normal selects the rtty keying polarity. Normal or reverse keying polarity can be selected. (default: normal) when reverse polarity is selected, mark and space are reversed. • normal : key open/close = mark/space • reverse : key open/close = space/m...
Page 139
Memopad numbers 5 sets the number of memo pad channels available. 5 or 10 memo pads can be selected. (default: 5) main dial auto ts high sets the auto tuning step function for the main dial. When rotating the main dial rapidly, the tuning step automatically changes several times as selected. There a...
Page 140
N others set mode (continued) cw normal side lsb selects the sideband used to receive cw in cw normal mode from lsb and usb. (default: lsb) apf type soft select audio filter shape for apf from soft and sharp. (default: soft) • sharp : sharp filter shape rejects interfering sig- nals more aggressively....
Page 141
Keyboard [f1]–[f4] (voice) off sets the voice message transmission capability on and off when one of [f1]−[f4] key of the keyboard that is connected to the [usb] (a) connector on the front panel is pushed. (default: off) • off : [f1]−[f4] key of the connected keyboard does not function. • on : pushi...
Page 142
N others set mode (continued) decode baud rate 9600 selects data transmission speed (baud rate) when “decode” is selected in “usb serial function”; set- tings are 300, 1200, 4800, 9600 and 19200 bps. (default: 9600) keyboard type english selects the connected keyboard type from english, japanese, un...
Page 143: N Usb-Memory Set Menu
N usb-memory set menu d usb-memory set screen arrangement f-1 f-2 f-3 f-4 f-5 f-6 f-1 f-2 f-3 f-4 f-5 f-6 • usb-memory set menu • setting load screen (p. 137) • load option set mode (p. 138) • firmware update (p. 164) • format menu (p. 143) • setting save screen (p. 139) • save option set mode (p. 1...
Page 144: N File Loading
137 10 set mode n file loading f-1 f-2 f-3 f-5 f-4 f-6 exit/set main dial usb load/opt load ok by loading the saved setting file from the usb- memory, you can easily set up another ic-7600 or apply the several operators settings to one ic-7600. Q during set mode menu screen indication, push [usb] (f...
Page 145
D load option set mode load contents select selects file load condition from all and select. (default: select) • all : loads and sets the all following contents. • select : loads and sets the selected contents only. Ant memory no selects the antenna memory setting loading condi- tion from yes and no....
Page 146: N File Saving
N file saving f-1 f-2 f-4 f-3 del space f-1 f-2 f-4 f-6 exit/set main dial usb save edit symbol abc 123 dir/file f-1 f-2 f-4 f-5 def save/opt f-2 f-4 f-3 ren del make f-5 ok memory channel contents, set mode settings, etc. Can be saved into the usb-memory for backup. Q during set mode menu screen in...
Page 147
140 10 set mode 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 d save option set mode save contents all selects file save condition from all and select. (default: all) • all : saves all the following contents. • select : saves the selected contents only. Memory & settings yes this setting is fi...
Page 148: N Changing A file Name
N changing a file name keypad f-1 f-2 f-3 exit/set main dial dir/file ren symbol abc 123 when a pc keyboard is connected to [usb] con- nector on the front panel, the file name can also be edited from the keyboard. In this case, a usb hub is required. The file name, saved in the usb-memory, can be re- ...
Page 149: N Deleting A file
N deleting a file f-1 f-2 f-3 f-5 dir/file del ok n unmounting usb-memory f-5 ok unmount recommendation! Deleting the setting file is irreversible. Confirm the contents before deleting a setting file! Q during setting save screen indication, push [dir/file] (f-1) to select tree view screen. • push [ ...
Page 150: N Formatting The Usb-Memory
N formatting the usb-memory f-6 f-4 format fat32 f-5 ok fat / cancel / saved data in the usb-memory can be erased. Important! Formatting erases all saved data in the usb-memory. Making a backup file on your pc is recommended. Q during usb-memory set menu screen indication, push and hold [format] (f-...
Page 151: N Troubleshooting
D transceiver power problem possible cause solution ref. Power does not come on when the [power] switch is pushed. • power cable is improperly connected. • fuse is blown. • re-connect the dc power cable correctly. • check for the cause, then replace the fuse with the spare one. ( fuses are installed...
Page 152
145 11 maintenance n main dial brake adjustment the tension of the main dial may be adjusted to suit your preference. The brake adjustment is located on the bottom side of the front panel. See the figure at right. Slide the brake adjustment to a comfortable tension level while turning the dial conti...
Page 153: N Swr Reading
N swr reading the swr meter indicates the swr over the trans- mission line in all modes. Q push [tuner] to turn the antenna tuner off. W push and hold [meter] (mf2) for 1 sec. To display multi-function meter. E push [rtty/psk] once or twice to select rtty mode. R push [transmit]. T rotate [rf power]...
Page 154: N Frequency Calibration
N frequency calibration (approximate) a very accurate frequency counter is required to cal- ibrate the frequency of the transceiver. However, a rough check may be performed by receiving radio station wwv, wwvh, or other standard frequency signals. Caution: the ic-7600 has been thoroughly adjusted an...
Page 155
N opening the transceiver’s case follow the case opening procedures shown here when you want to replace the clock backup battery or internal fuse. Caution: turn the power off and disconnect the dc power cable from the transceiver before performing any work on the transceiver. Otherwise, there is dan...
Page 156: N Fuse Replacement
N fuse replacement if a fuse blows or the transceiver stops functioning, try to find the source of the problem, and replace the damaged fuse with a new, adequately rated fuse. Caution: turn the power off and disconnect the dc power cable from the transceiver before removing the transceiver’s cover. ...
Page 157: N Screen Saver Function
N about protection indications the ic-7600 has a 2-step protection function to pro- tect the final power amplifiers. The protector monitors the power amplifier temper- ature and activates when the temperature becomes extremely high. • power down transmission reduces the transmit output power to 50 w...
Page 158: Control Command
N remote jack (ci-v) information controller to ic-7600 fe fe 7a e0 cn sc data area fd preamb le code (fix ed) t ransceiv er’ s def ault address controller’ s def ault address command number (see the command tab le) sub command number (see command tab le) bcd code data such as for frequency , memor y...
Page 159
D command table cmd. Sub cmd. Data description 00 see p. 157 send frequency data (transceive) 01 see p. 157 operating mode selection for transceive 02 see p. 159 read band edge frequencies 03 see p. 157 read operating frequency 04 see p. 157 read operating mode 05 see p. 157 set operating frequency ...
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Cmd. Sub cmd. Data description 15 15 0000 to 0255 read vd meter (0152=10 v, 0181=13 v, 0212=16 v) 16 0000 to 0255 read id meter (0000=0 a, 0097=10 a, 0241=25 a) 16 02 00 preamp off 01 preamp 1 on 02 preamp 2 on 12 00 agc fast selection 01 agc mid selection 02 agc slow selection 22 00 noise blanker o...
Page 161
Cmd. Sub cmd. Data description 1a 05 0037 0000 to 0255 send/read reference frequency (0000=0%, 0255=100%) 0038 0000 to 0255 send/read lcd backlight brightness level (0000=0% (dark), 0255=100% (bright)) 0039 0000 to 0255 send/read key backlight brightness level (0000=0% (dark), 0255=100% (bright)) 00...
Page 162
D command table (continued) cmd. Sub cmd. Data description 1a 05 0095 00 voice memory transmission off with [f1]– [f4] on the keyboard 01 voice memory transmission on with [f1]– [f4] on the keyboard 0096 00 memory keyer transmission off with [f1]– [f4] on the keyboard 01 memory keyer transmission on...
Page 163
Cmd. Sub cmd. Data description 1a 05 0139 00 rtty decoder fft scope averaging function off 01 number 2 selection for rtty decoder fft scope averaging function 02 number 3 selection for rtty decoder fft scope averaging function 03 number 4 selection for rtty decoder fft scope averaging function 0140 ...
Page 164
D data content description • operating frequency command : 00, 03, 05 q x x x x x w e x r t x x 0 0 10 hz digit: 0–9 1 hz digit: 0–9 1 khz digit: 0–9 100 hz digit: 0–9 100 khz digit: 0–9 10 khz digit: 0–9 10 mhz digit: 0–6 1 mhz digit: 0–9 1000 mhz digit: 0 (fix ed) 100 mhz digit: 0 (fix ed) • opera...
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• offset frequency setting command : 1a 05 0065, 0066, 0072 1 khz digit: 0–9 100 hz digit: 0 (fix ed) 100 khz digit: 0–9 10 khz digit: 0–9 10 mhz digit: 0–9 † 1 mhz digit: 0–9 direction: 00=+ direction 01=– direction q 0 x x x x xx w e 0 r* *no need to enter for transverter offset frequency setting....
Page 166
Ddata content description (continued) • repeater tone/tone squelch frequency setting command : 1b 00, 1b 01 100hz digit: 0–2 10 hz digit: 0–9 1 hz digit: 0–9 0.1 hz digit: 0–9 fix ed digit: 0* fix ed digit: 0* q* 0 0 x x x w e x *not necessary when setting a frequency. • band edge frequency setting ...
Page 167: N General
N general • frequency coverage : (unit: mhz) receive 0.030–60.000* 1 * 2 transmit 1.800–1.999* 2 , 3.500–3.999* 2 , 5.33050* 3 , 5.34650* 3 , 5.36650* 3 , 5.37150* 3 , 5.40350* 3 , 7.000–7.300* 2 , 10.100–10.150* 2 , 14.000–14.350* 2 , 18.068–18.168* 2 , 21.000–21.450* 2 , 24.890–24.990* 2 , 28.000–...
Page 168: N Options
Ah-4 hf automatic antenna tuner specially designed to tune a long wire antenna for hf/50 mhz bands partic- ularly in portable or mobile operation. The “ptt tune” function provides sim- ple operation. • input power rating: 120 w ah-2b antenna element a 2.5 m long antenna ele- ment for mobile operatio...
Page 169: N General
N general the ic-7600’s firmware can be updated if desired. By updating the firmware, new function(s) can be added and the improvement of performance parameters can be obtained. Refer to n preparation (p. 163) and n firmware update (p. 164) for details. Ask your dealer or distributor about how to up...
Page 170: N Preparation
N preparation d firmware and firm utility the latest firmware can be downloaded from the icom home page via the internet. Access the following url to download the firm utility and the latest firmware. Http://www.Icom.Co.Jp/world/support/index.Html information the downloaded firmware data (e.G. 7600_1...
Page 171: N Firmware Update
The transceiver indicates its firmware version infor- mation after turning power on if the opening mes- sage screen indication capability is on. (p. 127) q copy the downloaded firmware data into the “ic- 7600” folder of the usb-memory. • the usb-memory must have been formatted by the ic- 7600. W ins...
Page 172
N firmware update (continued) !3 after the firmware loading is completed, the trans- ceiver starts the update automatically and the dia- log at right is displayed. Rwarning: never turn the ic-7600 power off at this stage. The transceiver firmware will be corrupted. !4 when the dialog disappears, the...
Page 173
Installation notes for amateur base station installations it is recom- mended that the forward clearance in front of the an- tenna array is calculated relative to the eirp (effec- tive isotropic radiated power). The clearance height below the antenna array can be determined in most cases from the rf...
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Declaration of conformity we icom inc. Japan 1-1-32, kamiminami, hirano-ku osaka 547-0003, japan kind of equipment: hf/50 mhz transceiver type-designation: ic- 7600 signature authorized representative name place and date of issue declare on our sole responsibility that this equipment complies with t...
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