New! Icom IC-E80D & ID-E880 Dualband D-STAR Transceivers

March 30, 2010 - PRLog -- As such, they are the ideal starter radios for any amateur or D-STAR operators alike.  Both models include a new user interface called 'D-STAR repeater mode' (DR mode) which allows the user to access a D-Star repeater in just two steps!

Another move for this range is that the CS-80/880 configuration software1 is free to download from the Icom website (http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/download/firm/).  This means a range of settings including memory data can be configured all from your PC.  Both radios share the same set-up procedure so you can share memory data with each other via the cloning software.

IC-E80D

The IC-E80D has a new HM-189GPS GPS microphone which expands the potential for position reporting applications.  When connected, the IC-E80D can show position data and even the direction to another suitable equipped D-Star station on screen.  The radio is rugged, splash and water jet resistant (IPX-4) making it ideal for outdoor operation. The IC-E80D has 5W RF output power on both VHF/UHF bands and a wideband receiver range covering 495kHz-999.990MHz.   Not only is this a D-Star radio but also retains with the ID-E880 compatibility with all normal FM analogue channels.

ID-E880

The compact, ID-E880 has a large, easy-to-see LCD display. The controller is detachable from the main unit and the magnet-mounting feature allows for flexible installation. The radio also provides a powerful 50W of output power in VHF and UHF, high speed scanning and the latest in noise filter technology.

Main Features of the IC-E80D and ID-E880

•   D-STAR DV (Digital Voice) mode standard
•   Wideband receive2
•   External GPS connection ready3
•   DPRS(R) (Digital Position Reporting System) ready

Ian Lockyer, Marketing Manager of Icom UK said, ' Both models are ideal for a range of users from  foundation licencees, anyone new to D-Star or Ham organisations such as Raynet that are looking for a simple GPS position reporting system. The introduction of these two new D-Star radios utilises Icom's commitment to D-Star Worldwide!'

The ID-E880 will be available from April 2010.  The IC-E80D will be available from May 2010.

Notes:

1.   Requires optional cloning cable.
2.   Receiver coverage range varies depending on version.
3.   For the IC-E80D, optional GPS microphone HM-189GPS is available. For the ID-E880, a third party GPS receiver

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