I have found this to be the easiest, because later on i added cw keying and rtty fsk to the mix. The 706 series represents one of the most popular transceivers in amateur radio histroy. This is the well known icom ic706mkiig allmode ham transceiver. This means it works with virtually any software program. Icom is an outstanding, comprehensive radio manufacturer that produces radio communication equipment of all genres, from amateur radios to terrestrial, marine and avionics radios, as well as lte, wlan and satellite radios. Nnever attach an antenna or internal antenna connector during transmission. Omnirig testers guide in russian old rig description file structure. I use an ic706iig on rtty and have used both afsk and fsk.
It is preferable to obtain this receive audio signal from pin 12 af out and pin 2 af ground of the acc jack as shown above. I bought 3 months ago sb2000 mk2 usb radio interface with their cables for icom ic 706 mk2g. The latest version is the incredibly small icom ic 706 mark ii g which adds many new features and capabilities not found in the previous ic 706 and ic 706mkii versions. The ic 706mkiig meets milstd requirements and strict environmental standards for shock mil 810c, d, e and vibration mil. Remote control for icom ic 7100 amateur radio stack exchange. Icom 706mkiig computer control and soundcard interface. I receive into wsjtx a lot of hams using ft8 modulation,but when i activate enable tx in wsjtx my icom ic 706 mk2g turns to tx mode, the power current goes to 4,2ampers i transmitt 30 w, i can see my call sign to s. Connectivity is demonstrated to show how communications between the radio and pc can be implemented. When operating the radio in the house, low lighting is sufficient. Icom programming interface, icom pinout connector 1, icom pinout connector 2 programming software for icom ic 706mkiig icom ic 706 mkiig ic706mkiig. Then the radio came on for a while then it went off and on by itself.
This is a great article for folks who want to do rtty with an ic7300 transceiver. Icom ic 706 links category is a curation of 39 web resources on, trlog to icom control cable, mic tips for the ic 706, icom 706mkiig modification for frequency injection. Cat control, cw, fsk and digital modes like ft8, rtty, psk. Introduction this document is intended to provide insight and understanding on how an icom radio can be connected to a pc running common logging and operating ssb, digital software. Carrier suppression unwanted sideband microphone connector key connector rtty connector. However, commander is not designed for remote control. The usbrts01 cable works as a cat cable with authentic version of the ic 706 worldwide.
About icom ic706 schematic the resource is currently listed in in a single category. Icom programming interface, icom pinout connector 1, icom pinout connector 2 programming software for icom ic706mkiig icom ic 706 mkiig ic706mkiig. Our technical support staff is often asked how to configure various sound card communication programs for use with the signalink usb. The usbrts01 is comparable to the icom ct17 cable the ic 706 does not have the ability to be programmed from the computer.
Icom 7300 rtty fsk setup mmtty n1mm how to youtube. I am the author of the freeware dxlab suite, one component of which commander provides transceiver control that supports the ic 7100. One is the usb cable connected to the radios usb port and the other is a civ cable connected to the radios civ port. Included is how to customize the hrd rig control window with frequently used sliders and a new color scheme. Icom ic706mkiig icom ic 706 mkiig ic706mkiig transceiver. Easycat32 for windows to control any icom radio up to 500mhz, including the ic706 iig. Feb 03, 2015 this is the well known icom ic 706mkiig allmode ham transceiver. Icom ic706 mkiig all mode transceiver ic706mkiig ham. All of these features seem to work pretty well for receiving rtty. Is anyone using fsk rtty with dm780 and the icom ic7300 successfuliy. Communication program setup instructions tigertronics. Ic706mkiig hfvhfuhf all mode transceiver features icom.
Before i introduce this project i want to list all the icom programs ive written over the. Icom 706mkiig computer control and soundcard interface interfacing the radio to your pc has too many waycool advantages. While our printed manual has always provided general guidelines for doing this, we have never attempted to provide detailed instructions for any specific program because there are simply too many, and its really the responsibility of the end user to. It sounds like you are feeding audio from mmtty to the rig in that case you use usb or lsb, depending on the band. Ic 706 with digital modes i have an original ic 706. Rtty is the most fun ive had in over 30 years of amateur radio. When configuring your software of choice, ensure that the option to. Each piece of software works with a specific radio making it easy for you to handle the radios features without having to wade through those that dont apply. Transceiver via its catciv interface when using suitable software.
Of course, all mode operation ssb, cw, rtty, am and fm is possible and a full 100w. Fsk rtty is much easier to use than the afsksound card approach. The icom ic7100 is an affordable allmode hfvhfuhf mobile transceiver with a very high cool factor. Page 1 page 2 precautions page 3 table of contents page 4 panel description page 5 page 6 function switches page 7 page 8 rear and side panels page 9 technical information page 10 function display page 11 microphone hm103. The usbrts01 cable works as a cat cable with authentic version of the ic706 worldwide. If you have the ic746pro use ic7400 instead, this is how the ic746pro is called in europe. I have mine set to rts and you may be using a software program that will conflict with it. Ic706mkiig hfvhfuhf all mode transceiver icom america. It seems to have become the goto reference page for setting up fldigi for the icom ic7300, and i will try to keep it updated. Apr 28, 2016 fldigi is a free program used for various digital modes. Icom digi interface with ptt psk psk31 rtty sstv ic703.
It receives from 30 khz to 199 mhz and from 400 to. Double conversion superheterodyne amwfmssbcw rtty 1st if. Building on this legacy, frequency coverage is expanded to the 70. Rt systems windows programing software cd with usbrts01 cable.
Dsp at the if level is the cornerstone of this impressive new multibander. Intro page introduction to getting started on rtty page 1 installing mmtty page 2 running mmtty. Fsk rtty icom ic7300 ham radio deluxe peer support forums. A radio controller that only controlled the icom icpcr headless radio. Icom 7610 n1mm one cable rtty fsk cw or icom 7300 rtty fsk with mmtty. A long time ago i did a 2 minute video setting up the icom 7300 with ham radio deluxe, but the software has changed and many more new hams have the icom 7300.
There is a jack on the back for fsk whether you can operate fsk. Digital setup examples for icom 718, 706, 7000 and flex5000 hardware for icom 718, 706, 7000. The g is an allmode transceiver provides 100 watts on hf and 6 meters and 50 watts on 2 meters plus 20 watts on. I was able to key the radio in the rtty mode sometimes it would stayed keyed others the radio would go on and off as i held the ptt. Icom digi interface with ptt psk psk31 rtty sstv ic. Rt systems software works with windows 7, windows 8, windows 8. Most of us on rtty are now operating afsk rtty via a computer, where youll be running on ssb. Icom ic706 interconnection diagram with optional receive and. The ic706mkiig carries on the 706 series tradition of base station performance and features in a mobile rigsized package.
Ic pc2709t ic706mkiig main unit 05 pieces ceiver is defective. This post describes the steps needed to get fldigi set up with the icom ic7300 setup your 7300 as described in this post icom ic7300 digital mode settings. Digital setup examples for icom 718, 706, 7000 and flex5000. Pdf service menu for icom ic 706mkiig icom ic 706 mkiig ic706mkiig.
Computerenhanced radio control and programming, automated logging, and a multitude of digital soundcard modes. I have articles on both options, one cable with vspe or two cables civ and usb. The interface is designed to work at all baud rates supported by your radio. The ic706mkiig meets milstd requirements and strict environmental standards for shock mil 810c, d, e and vibration mil. The best shopping cart software by shopfactory powers d151. The n4py icom radio control program will allow you to add any flex radio. I use an ic 706iig on rtty and have used both afsk and fsk. I was able to key the radio in the rtty mode sometimes it would stayed keyed others the radio would go on and off as i held the ptt in, then it went off and now wont come back on. The icom ic735 ic731 in japan is the only rig which uses a slightly different data format. Use the civ for rig control and the usb for the soundcard.
Dxlab suite winwarbler mmtty rtty fsk configuration icom. Icom hf radio programming software icom radio software. Remote control for icom ic7100 amateur radio stack exchange. Ic706 usb cable rt systems radio programming software. This link is listed in our web site directory since tuesday feb 14 2006, and till today icom ic706 schematic has been followed for a total of 6366 times.
You could do it, but you lost the radio control part of the usb cable. If so, will you share your settings both for the radio and dm780. You can read more articles about digital modes on our blog. Unless you have an external fsk rtty system connected, turn off rtty mode. Ic706mkiig the ic706mkiig incorporated all of the wizardry of the ic706 with refined features and userfriendliness, as well as enhanced performance. When you get tired of hearing it beep, turn beeps off. The last of the nonsoftware ptt rigs were the ic706mkiig and the ic756 non pro while the first icom rigs to support software ptt were the. Mmtty, mixw, etc, receive audio must be provided to the linelevel input of the pc soundcard.
Additionally, you will be able to mouse click on signals. Icom ic706 links category is a curation of 39 web resources on, trlog to icom control cable, mic tips for the ic706, icom 706mkiig modification for frequency injection. Visual studio community 2015 example tnx bunshiro tamura ja5fnx. Repairing my icom ic706mkiig final amp board radio. There is a small waterfall on the rtty screen which helps tune in the signals. The ldg it100 is a great autotuner for the ic 7100. Always check the most recent amazon price here is a demo of how i operate the icom ic 7300 in decoding rtty signals. Theres one thing that was annoying me about the new ic7300, and that was that the usb connection to the computer did it all. This is a great article for folks who want to do rtty with an ic 7300 transceiver.
Linux users may wish to look at these notes for use under linux. The two applications most frequently used applications for that purpose are trxmanager and ham radio deluxe. Ic706mk2g receiver portion of amateur transceiver user. This instruction manual contains important safety and operating instructions for the ic706mkiig. The latest version is the incredibly small icom ic706 mark ii g which adds many new features and capabilities not found in the previous ic706 and ic706mkii versions. Thsto ttsl premerlo momentaneamente per selezionare i vari incrementi. Interfacing the radio to your pc has too many waycool advantages. The usbrts01 is comparable to the icom ct17 cable the ic706 does not have the ability to be programmed from the computer. Can anyone recommend what parts i would need to buy to be able to connect the radio to my computer for digital modes if its even possible along with any windows based software that you would recommend that is low cost or free. The main category is icom ic706 resources that is about icom ic706 links. The g is an allmode transceiver provides 100 watts on hf and 6 meters and 50 watts on 2 meters plus 20 watts on 440 mhz. Icom ic706 interconnection diagram with optional receive.
Icom ic 706mkiig icom ic 706 mkiig ic706mkiig programming interface schematics for icom. For best performance, i suggest you use the highest speed available. Amateur radio band plan with common country prefixes. The ic706mkiig carries on the 706 series tradition of base station. Rf power is hf 100 watts, 50 mhz 100 watts, 144 mhz 50 watts and 430 mhz 35 watts. Hopefully, this guide will allow you to get your pc connected to your icom radio with. The ic706mkiig hfvhfuhf mobile transceiver takes radio technology a step further by incorporating an expanded frequency range which now includes. Do not transmit power into a signal generator or a sweep. The included cable interfaces directly to your ic 7100 and supplies power to the tuner. Icom ic706mkiig icom ic 706 mkiig ic706mkiig programming interface schematics for icom. Bob, w9bu the ic7600 has a builtin rtty encoderdecoder. It is preferable to obtain this receive audio signal from pin 12 af out and pin 2 af ground of the acc jack as.
Start ham radio deluxe software and bring up the connect dialog screen select flexradio and powersdrsoftware that runs the flex from the dropdowns. Repairing my icom ic706mkiig final amp board june 16, 20 amazon instant video and flash update fix february 25, 2012 how i back up my ubuntu linux laptop january 7, 2012. Do not transmit power into a signal generator or a sweep generator. This radio is of an age that it was designed before computer programming was developed. See my getting started in pc soundcard digital modes page. Double conversion superheterodyne amwfmssbcwrtty 1st if.
This post describes the steps needed to get fldigi set up with the icom ic7300. First of all, thank you for purchasing my icom cat and digimode interface cable. No other software is included with the unit, but most if not all existing icom control programs should work with the usb icom. I am the author of the freeware dxlab suite, one component of which commander provides transceiver control that supports the ic7100.
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