[ICOM] IC-7410

[Kelly Taylor]

Did I miss something, or was the question about the IC-7410?

That said, great info on the 7800.

73, kelly
ve4xt


On 11/29/12 9:05 AM, "Larry Dighera" <LDighera at att.net> wrote:

> 
> 
> You're going to love it!
> 
> Leave it plugged in at all times so the power to the xtal oven isn't
> cycled too frequently (A replacement oven is $$$$$$!).  (Shipping
> weight is >80# and insured UPS domestic shipment is >$150.00; save
> your original carton.)
> 
> Read the manual as you explore the features of your new baby.  Most
> controls are quite intuitive, but there are several "hidden"
> configuration settings (like holding the VOX switch in for over one
> second), so initially you'll find the manual very useful until you've
> explored most of the control settings.
> 
> If you intend to setup a computer controlled station for remote
> control over your iPhone, you'll soon learn, unlike the Kenwood
> TS-2000, the IC-7800 lacks an RS-232 (CI-V) command to power the
> transceiver on and off.  This a is a fatal flaw for remote operation
> in my opinion; I am currently in negotiations with Icom America to get
> that placed on the Icom Japan product improvement list, and
> concurrently developing a fix myself as well.
> 
> You'll find greatly increased operational functionality through the
> use of interfacing your IC-7800 to your computer.  I use TRX-Manager,
> and have found it virtually bug free and very actively supported by
> its author.  The ability to click on a spectrum spike, or DX Cluster
> entry, and instantly tune to that station, the integrated logbook, and
> integrated Alpha 87A and LP-100A controls make operating quick, and
> pleasurable, as well as adding the ability to add macro CV-I commands
> to instantly implement diversity reception for instance.
> 
> With two receivers and two lantanas, diversity reception (not
> specifically mentioned in the User Manual) aids greatly in overcoming
> QSB, something even the best single antenna can't accomplish.  I use
> two response-tunable SP-20 speakers, but you can hear each receiver
> independently, one in each ear, through headphones.
> 
> The ergonomics are incredibly well done considering the many many
> parameters supported.
> 
> You're going to love it!
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> On Wed, 28 Nov 2012 17:44:26 -0800 (PST), ED YEARY
> <w4tey at bellsouth.net> wrote in
> <1354153466.90206.YahooMailClassic at web181706.mail.ne1.yahoo.com>:
> 
>> Just ordered a new one. What can you guys tell me about the rig. Hints, tips
>> and recommendations ? 
>> 
>> Ed KF4ACB
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