
Since the early 1980's Icom envisioned the integration of radios and computers. It was introduced in the the CI-V system, Icom's 5th communication interface product.The control commands support legacy equipment; meaning that while a radio sold today may have more features to control, the basic features set is compatible with a radio released 20 years ago.
Built-in audio low pass filter
±1.0ppm high frequency stability (at 25°C)
Earphone cord antenna for AM broadcast
Ferrite bar antenna for AM broadcast
150mW loud audio with internal speaker
DTCS and CTCSS tone squelch and reverse tone squelch
Priority watch function with priority beep function
Optional CT-17, CI-V level converter for remote control
PC programmable with optional CS-R6
Receiver-to-receiver cloning (optional OPC-474 required)
Auto power OFF (0.5-2 hours and end of busy signal)
Compact, dip-resistant construction
Duplex operation monitoring
Automatic LCD backlight
Dial speed acceleration
Built-in RF attenuator
Auto memory write scan stores the detected frequency, mode and tone into a specified memory
Reversible up/down buttons and dial knob for volume, frequency, memory channel, scan direction and set mode settings
Optional new tube earphone, SP-27
Weather channel receive with weather alert (USA version only)