GENERAL | |||
Frequency coverage | |||
Tx | 144–148MHz | ||
Tx | 144–148MHz Guaranteed range 144–148MHz | ||
Mode | FM (F3E, F2D) | ||
No. of memory Ch. | 107 (incl. 6 scan edges and 1 call) | ||
Frequency stability | Frequency stability | ||
Operating temperature range | –10°C to 60°C; 14°F to 140°F | ||
Power supply | 7.2V DC (6.0–10.3V DC; Icom’s battery pack only) | ||
Current drain (at 7.2V DC) | |||
Tx | 5.5W | 2.0A | |
0.5W | 0.8A | ||
Max. audio | 250mA | ||
Rx | Standby | Standby | |
Power saved | 20mA | ||
Antenna connector | BNC (50Ω) | ||
Dimensions | 54(W) ✕ 132(H) ✕ 35(D) mm; ( proj . not incl.) 21⁄8(W) ✕ 53⁄16(H) ✕ 13⁄8(D) in | ||
Weight (approx.) | 350g ; 12.3oz (w/ant. and BP-222) | ||
TRANSMITTER | |||
Output power | High 5.5W (at 7.2V DC) Low 0.5W | ||
Spurious emissions | Less than –60dB | ||
Max. freq . deviation | ±5.0kHz | ||
Ext. mic . connector | 3-conductor 2.5(d)mm (1⁄10″)/2.2k Ω | ||
RECEIVER | |||
Receiving system | Double conversion superheterodyne | ||
Intermediate freq. | 1st .7MHz 2nd 450kHz | ||
Sensitivity | 0.16μV (typ .; at 12dB SINAD) | ||
Squelch sensitivity | 0.10μV (typ .; threshold) | ||
Selectivity | 65dB (typical) | ||
Inter-modulation | 75dB (typical) | ||
Spurious and image rejection | 75dB (typical) | ||
Audio output power | 300mW with an 8Ω load (at 7.2V DC) |
Supplied accessories of IC-V8 amateur portable radio transceiver
● Battery case or battery pack*
● Desktop charger*
● Antenna
● Belt clip *depending on version
Applicable U.S. Military Specifications
Icom makes rugged products that have been tested to and passed the following MIL-STD requirements and strict environmental standards.
Standard | MIL 810 C | MIL 810 D | MIL 810 E | MIL 810 F | ||||
Method | Proc. | Method | Proc. | Method | Proc. | Method | Proc. | |
Low Pressure | 500.1 | I | 500.2 | I, II | 500.3 | I, II | 500.4 | I, II |
High Temp. | 501.1 | I | 501.2 | I, II | 501.3 | I, II | 501.4 | I, II |
Low Temp. | 502.1 | I | 502.2 | I, II | 502.3 | I, II | 502.4-3 | I, II |
Temp. Shock | 503.1 | I | 503.2 | I | 503.3 | I | 503.4 | I |
Solar Radiation | 505.1 | I | 505.2 | I | 505.3 | I | 505.4 | I |
Rain | 506.1 | I, II | 506.2 | I, II | 506.3 | I, II | 506.4 | I, II |
Humidity | 507.1 | I, II | 507.2 | II, III | 507.3 | II, III | 507.4 | – |
Salt Fog | 509.1 | I | 509.2 | I | 509.3 | I | 509.4 | – |
Dust | 510.1 | I | 510.2 | I | 510.3 | I | 510.4 | I |
Vibration | 514.2 | VIII, X | 514.3 | I | 514.4 | I | 514.5 | I |
Shock | 516.2 | I, II, V | 516.3 | I, IV | 516.4 | I, IV | 516.5 | I, IV |
Optional accessories of IC-V8 amateur portable radio transceiver
BATTERY PACKS AND CASE
BATTERY PACKS AND CASE | BP-208N | BP-209N | BP-210N | BP-222N |
OUTPUT POWER | 5.5W typ .* | 5.5W typ . | 5.5W typ . | 5.5W typ . |
BATTERY LIFE | – | 7.5hours | 11hours | 4.0hours |
Approx. battery life; Tx (Hi): Rx: standby=5:5:90 with auto power save
* The LOW output power selection is recommended.
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BP-208NAA (LR6)batteries × 6 BP-209NNi-Cd7.2V/1100mAh
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BP-210NNi-MH7.2V/1650mAh BP-222NNi-Cd7.2V/600mAh
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REGULAR CHARGER
BC-147A/E BC-146
BC-146 DESKTOP CHARGER
BC-147A/E AC ADAPTER
Charges a battery pack, BP-209N, BP-210N or BP-222N with/without transceiver in 12, 18.5, 6.5 hours(approx.), respectively. BC-137 is also available for regular charging.
RAPID CHARGER
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BC-145A/E/V BC-144N
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BC-121N AD-94(6 pcs.)
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BC-157
BC-144N DESKTOP CHARGER BC-145A/E/V AC ADAPTER
For rapid charging of battery pack, BP-209N, BP-210N or BP-222N, an AC adapter, BC-145, is supplied with the charger depending on version. Charging time: 1.5 to 2 hours. BC-119N is also available for rapid charging.
BC-121N MULTI-CHARGER AD-94 (Ver. 11) DESKTOP CHARGER ADAPTER BC-157 AC ADAPTER
For rapid charging of up to 6 battery packs (Six AD-94s are required), BP-209N, BP-210N or BP-222N. An
AC adapter, BC-157, may be supplied, depending on version. Charging time: 1.5 to 2 hours.
SPEAKER-MICROPHONES
HM-46L: Slim dimensions. Equipped with an earphone jack and a transmit indicator.
HM-75A: Allows you to remotely select operating channel, etc., according to program.
HM-158L: Compact and durable body with screw-type connector. Equipped with an earphone jack and a revolving clip.
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HM-46L
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HM-75A
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HM-158L
HS-51 HEADSET
For hands-free operation. Includes VOX, PTT and “one-touch” PTT with a time-out timer.
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UT-108 DTMF DECODER
Provides DTMF decode capability with code squelch and pager operation
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CS-V8 CLONING SOFTWARE
OPC-478 CLONING CABLE
Provides quick and easy programming of memory channel, memory names, etc.
MB-86/MB-103 BELT CLIPS
MB-103: Alligator type clip. Same as supplied.
MB-86: Swivel belt clip.
MB-96N/MB-96F LEATHER BELT HANGERS
MB-96N: Swivel belt hanger.
MB-96F: Fixed type belt hanger. Use with MB-103.
OPC-474 CLONING CABLE
Used for transceiver-to-transceiver data cloning.
OPC-656 DC POWER CABLE
For use the BC-121N with a DC power supply.
SP-13 EARPHONE
Provides clear audio even in noisy environments.