IC-M710 - Marine SSB Radio

Icom's next generation commercial grade SSB. Click on the small image to get a large picture of the IC-M710. Voted 2000's Best SSB Radiotelephone by the NMEA, the National Marine Electronics Association. Specifications: The latest in Icom SSB technology and construction 150 watts of power, 100% duty cycle All modes, including RTTY E-mail ready for SeaWave. Optional filter required for Globe Wireless. Monitor all 976 ITU voice and data channels, HAM bands and aircraft Wx 1136 channels Transmit: 1.6 MHz - 27.5 MHz marine channels and all HF HAM bands* 160 user programmable memory channels, each identified by either alpha characters, channel number or frequency 2182 kHz alarm (optional) Multiple scanning modes Rugged metal chassis Direct keypad entry Large backlit alphanumeric LCD display with selectable lighting levels Large tactile knobs Automatic antenna tuner (option AT-130) Very affordable! About half the price of other SSB's 2 year warranty Note: The IC-M710 was once sold in 2 versions. One version included ham radio transmit and a 2182 kHz alarm, and the other version did not. As of July 2002, there is only one version of the IC-M710 available -- it includes ham radio transmit (proper amateur radio license required for use), and the 2182 kHz alarm is now available as an option.

IC-M710 MF/HF Marine Transceiver

Simple, dependable worldwide communications at an affordable price. 1136 channels 160 user-programmable, 242 ITU SSB duplex, 72 ITU SSB simplex and 662 ITU FSK duplex channels are available. Rugged construction The highest quality components are used throughout. Constructed in a die-cast aluminum chassis with surface mount components, the IC-M710 is designed for long hours of operation in the harsh marine environment. Alphanumeric readout The large, easy-to-read display shows status at a glance. Seven characters can be programmed into each memory channel to conveniently display station manes, ship names, etc. 150 W of output power A full 150 W (PEP) of output power is available for reliable long distance communication. A large cooling fan, in combination with the aluminum chassis, allows continuous transmission at full output power - even during demanding RTTY (radio teletype) and NBDP (narrow band direct printing) operation. Automatic tuning function An automatic tuning function is available when using the IC-M710 in combination with the optional AT-130/E for quick and easy antenna tuning. Tuning is fully automatic. When you push the PTT on a new frequency, the antenna tuner quickly tunes the antenna automatically. Easy to use Two large memory and frequency dials allow quick and easy operation. GMDSS versions available (not available in the US) Versions which comply with GMDSS requirements are available (not available in the US). With the addition of an IC-GM110 DSC terminal the radio meets DSC class A requirements. And more... Covers all allowed bands between 1.6 and 27.5 MHz General coverage receiver Modes: SSB, RTTY, CW and AM 2182 kHz alarm optional RF gain control Audio activated squelch Terminals for frequency/mode control via NMEA interfacing Direct keypad channel selection entry Large, front-mounted speaker Weather fax ready Backlight control CW full break-in and semi break-in

IC-M710 Specifications

This information is taken directly off of the Icom IC-M710 brochure.

General

Frequency Coverage: Receive: 500 kHz-29.999 MHz Transmit: Marine bands and Ham bands 1.6-27.5 MHz Mode: J3E (USB), H3E, J2B (AFSK), F1B (FSK), R3E, A1A (CW) Number of channels: 1136 (max.) (160 user-programmable; 242 ITU SSB duplex; 72 ITU SSB simplex; 662 ITU FSK duplex) Antenna Impedance: 50 ohms (nominal) Usable Temperature Range: -30 to +60°C (-22 to +140°F) Frequency Stability: +/-10 Hz (-30 to +60°C; -22 to +140°F; +/-20 Hz above 15 MHz) Power Supply Requirement: 13.6 V DC +/-15% Current Drain (at 13.6 V DC): Transmit (max. output power) 30 A; Receive (max. audio output) 2.5 (negative ground type), 3 A (floating ground type) Dimensions: 291.4(W) x 116.4(H) x 315(D) mm; 11-15/32(W) x 4-19/32(H) x 12-13/32(D) in (projections not included) Weight: 7.9 kg; 17 lb 7 oz (negative ground type); 8.1 kg; 17 lb 14 oz (floating ground type)

Transmitter

Output Power: 150, 60, 20 W PEP (selectable) (60, 20 W only for 25 MHz band) Spurious Emissions: -65 dB Carrier Suppression: 40 dB Unwanted Sideband Suppression: 55 dB Microphone Impedance: 600 ohm

Receiver

Sensitivity J3E, R3E, J2B, F1B, A1A (for 12 dB SINAD): 0.5 µV (1.8-29.9999 MHz) 1 µV (1.6-1.7999 MHz) 6.3 µV (0.5-1.5999 MHz) Sensitivity H3E (10 dB S/N): 3.2 µV (1.8-29.9999 MHz) 6.3 µV (1.6-1.7999 MHz) 32 µV (0.5-1.5999 MHz) Spurious Rejection Ratio: 70 dB (1.6-29.9999 MHz) Audio Output Power: 4.5 W at 10% distortion with a 8 ohm load Audio Impedance: 4 to 8 ohms Clarity Variable Range: +/-150 Hz

Options

AT-130/E HF AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER: Matches the transceiver to a long wire antenna with little insertion loss. FL-100 CW/FSK NARROW FILTER (500 Hz/-6 dB): Has good shape factor to provide better CW/RTTY reception. GM-110DSC DSC TERMINAL UNIT: 6 channel emergency scanning receiver--contains remote control capability of the IC-M710 GMDSS for distress calls, etc. (GMDSS not available in the US.) HS-50 HANDSET: Provides clear audio reception and comes in handy for listening privacy. MN-100/MN-100L ANTENNA MATCHERS: Match the transceiver to a long wire antenna without applying DC power. PS-60 DC POWER SUPPLY: Provides 13.6 V DC (30 A) output from an AC outlet. PS-66 DC-DC CONVERTER: Provides 13.6 V DC (30 A) output from 19-32 V DC UT-95 2-TONE ALARM UNIT