ICOM IC-E2820

Dual Band Mobile Transceiver

ICOM IC-E2820

Icom proudly announces the debut of the new dual band mobile transceiver, IC-E2820. It is the advanced successor of the popular IC-2725E, having the inherited features from the IC-2720H series such as V/V, U/U simultaneous receive capability, wideband receiver, independent tuning knobs and separate controller. The diversity receive capability, full dot-matrix display and ample 50W output power in both VHF and UHF bands have been added to the IC-2820H/E2820.

Further more, with the optional UT-123, D-STAR DV mode with GPS functionality is possible. D-STAR DV mode operation and exchanging position information or plotting it to mapping software on a PC expands mobile operation into a new realm.

V/V, U/U simultaneous receive capability.

The IC-E2820 is a true dual band transceiver. VHF/VHF, UHF/UHF as well as VHF/UHF simultaneous receive is possible. A simple push of a button allows you to change between the main (transmit) band and sub-band.

Diversity receive capability.

The diversity receive* mode is useful for mobile operation where the received signal strength changes continuously. It compares the signal strength and chooses the antenna with the better signal to maintain good sound and receive quality.
* Two antennas are required. 127, 136, 146, 375, 440, 500MHz band in FM/FM-N/DV mode only.
The diversity reception is not available while using the dualwatch.

Large full dot-matrix display.

The IC-E2820 has a 93×28 mm large full dotmatrix display offering excellent viewing angle suitable for mobile operation. The dot-matrix display provides graphical user friendly operation. For example, when you push the “Function” button, you can call up the function menu of the assigned functions above each button. The background color of the display is selectable from green, orange to amber color in 21 steps.

Independent tuning knob for each band.

The IC-E2820 provides easy to use user-friendly operation. The independent tuning knob provides simple and quick tuning. Volume, squelch and other function switches are symmetrically laid out for each band. In addition, there are two speaker jacks for each band on the main unit.

50W output power in both VHF and UHF bands.

A MOS-FET power amplifier provides a powerful 50W both in the 144MHz and the 430 (440) MHz bands, making this compact rig capable of long distance communication! Output power is selectable
in 3 steps.

DV mode + GPS available (with optional UT-123).

The optional UT-123 provides DV mode operation plus GPS receiver capability.
When installed, the IC-2820H/E2820 is compatible with the JARL
D-STAR format. Your position data can be sent simultaneously with the digital voice transmission.

Position information exchange.

When connecting the GPS antenna supplied with the UT-123 to the GPS jack, your own position information can be sent to other stations. The IC-E2820 sends the position data either by holding the PTT switch, or at a preset interval (5 seconds–30 minutes), depending on the setting.

Plotting position information on a mapping software.

When connected to a PC* via the optional RS-232C cable, OPC-1529R, the position information can be plotted on mapping software* on a PC. * Serial port and position mapping software (NMEA 0183 format) are required.

GPS alarm.

The GPS alarm sounds when your own position is close to the specified point or area.

One touch reply function.

The IC-E2820 has a one-touch reply function. It uses the received callsign (including repeater callsign) and allows you to call back to the calling station without hassle. In addition, up to 20 received callsigns are stored as the received call record.

Callsign function.

Stores My (own), Your (other stations) and repeater 1/2 callsigns in the memory. “Your” and “repeater 1/2” callsign memory stores 60 callsigns with 8-character channel comment for each. Own callsign and up to a 20-character message can be sent at the beginning of each call. The received callsign and message are decoded on the display.

UT-123 (GPS antenna is included).

Two antenna icons on the top left side indicate diversity reception.
GPS information example. Distance and elevation units are selectable from “m” or “ft/ml”.
The IC-2820H sends position data either by holding the PTT switch, or at a preset
interval, depending on setting.

Built-in digital voice memory recorder and auto reply.

The UT-123 has a built-in voice memory recorder*. It records an incoming call for up to 30 seconds (approx.), or can be partitioned into 3 tracks (10 seconds each). The 10-second transmit memory allows you to record your callsign, CQ message, etc, and automatically answers when you receive a message.
(* Available in DV mode only).

DX communication over the D-STAR system

The 144, 440MHz D-STAR repeater is now available. It allows you cross band (144 /440/1200MHz) operation and long distance communication over the D-STAR system.

950bps data communication in DV mode

When connected to a PC* via the optional RS-232C cable, OPC-1529R, the data communication is available.
* Serial port and serial communication software are required.

522 memory channels

The IC-E2820 has a total of 522 memory channels, 500 regular channels, 2 call channels and 20 scan edges. Each memory channel stores tone frequency, skip information and so on. Our Dynamic Memory Scan (DMS) system divides these memories into 26 groups, A to Z, and provides easy channel selection. Of course, bank scanning is also possible.

Built-in wide band receiver

In addition to the V/V, U/U dual band capabilities, the IC-E2820 has a wideband receiver as a standard feature. As it covers 118–549.995 and 810–999.990MHz*, you will be able to listen to aviation, marine, weather channels and other utility communications in your vehicle or shack. The IC-E2820 has a Max. 45 channel/sec. high speed scan capability (in program scanning mode). This scanning power allows the utmost efficiency when searching a wide frequency range.
* Receiver range depending on versions. See specification page.

Separate controller from main unit

The controller is separated from the main unit for flexible installation. The controller has magnets on the rear panel, it allows the controller to attach to the main unit or other metal objects. Clean and neat installation can be made easier. A 3.4m separation cable, OPC-1663, and short cable (10cm), OPC-1712, are supplied.

HM-133, remote control microphone

The supplied HM-133, remote control microphone extends the utility of the IC-E2820. The 10-key pad allows you to enter the frequency directly. The F1/F2 buttons memorize the transceiver’s full settings. As if switching between two separate radios, all operating frequencies, tone settings as well as the display color, fan speed, and set mode settings are memorized.

104×2 DTCS/50 CTCSS tone squelch operation is standard

CTCSS and DTCS tone signaling systems provide quiet stand-by and useful functions such as pocket beep and tone scan. The pocket beep alerts the operators with a beep sound, when the transceiver receives a signal containing a preset tone. Tone scan detects the tone frequency used for opening a repeater or for tone squelch operation.

Other outstanding features

• ±2.5ppm high frequency stability with TCXO unit
• 9600bps data terminal, a mini DIN (6-pin) connector on the front panel of the main unit
• Weather channel with weather alert function (USA version only)
• Adjustable microphone sensitivity
• ALC (Automatic microphone Level control)
• Long or short squelch delay
• Automatic attenuator
• FM narrow capability
• Sub-band auto mute function
• 16 DTMF memory channels (24 digits)
• DTMF pager/code squelch function