HF TRANSCEIVER
IC-78
LAND version
Reliable Long Distance Communications
Reliable Straight Forward HF Communications – Export Only
The IC-78 is a high-performance HF transceiver. Innovative features such as 99 memory channels, high C/N ratio, direct channel entering, data communication capabilities and more, offer easy operation for anyone. All these features come in a compact, rugged package that can be conveniently used in a base station or inside a vehicle.
Simple Operation with Keypad
A minimum of buttons and knobs provide uperior feature selectability. The 10 keypad allows you to enter an operating frequency or a memory channel number directly. VFO mode is available for continuous frequency operation.
General Coverage Receive
The IC-78 covers 0.03-29.999999 MHz* in SSB, CW, RTTY and AM modes. The 1st receiver mixer provides superior receiver sensitivity, rejecting nearby interfering signals.
* Guaranteed range: 0.5–29.999999 MHz
Front Mounted Loud Speaker
With the speaker facing the operator, audio sounds can be clearly heard without impediment during operation.
Other Features
- 101 memory channels
- VOX (Voice Operated Transmission)
- Digital S/RF meter
- Band stacking register
- IF shift interference rejection
- Squelch/RF gain control
- Optional automatic antenna tuner, AT-140 available
Frequency range | TX | 1.6-29.9999 MHz (Guaranteed : 0.5-29.9999) |
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RX | 0.03-29.9999 MHz | |
Power supply requirement | 13.8 V DC ±15% (negative ground) | |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (Projections not included) |
240×95×239 mm 9.4×3.7×9.4 in |
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Weight (approx.) | 3.8 kg; 8.4 lb | |
Current drain (approx.) | Transmit (High) | 20 A typ. at max. power |
Max. audio output | 2.0 A | |
Sensitivity (at 10 dB S/N; 1.8–29.999 MHz) |
SSB, CW, RTTY | 0.16 μV |
AM | 2.0 μV typ | |
Selectivity | SSB, CW, RTTY | 2.1 kHz/-6 dB 4.5 kHz/-60 dB |
AM | 6.0 kHz/-6 dB 20 kHz/-60 dB |
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Audio output powe (10% dist/ 4Ω load) | 2.0 W (10% dist / 8 Ω load) | |
RF output power (PEP) (output power differs depending on version) |
SSB, CW, RTTY | 2-100 W |
AM | 2-35 W |
All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.
Supplied Accessories
- Hand microphone
- DC power cable
- Spare fuses
MICROPHONES
EXTERNAL SPEAKERS
SP-21
POWER SUPPLY
PS-125
MOUNTING BRACKETS
CARRYING HANDLES
ANTENNAS
ANTENNA TUNERS
INTERNAL UNITS
FL-53A
Catalogs / Brochures
Brochures Name | Size |
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IC-78(Professional) | 453KB |
Instruction Manual / Guides
Name | Model Name | Note |
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Note about CR-338 | IC-718/IC-78 | |
Instruction Manual | IC-78 |