ICOM IC-905 Transceiver for VHF/UHF/SHF All Mode Communication – Base and Portable Solution
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ICOM
ICOM IC-905 VHF/UHF/SHF All Mode Base/Portable Transceiver
The ICOM IC-905 is an advanced all-mode VHF, UHF, and SHF transceiver designed for serious microwave and weak-signal amateur radio operation. Covering 144 MHz through 5.6 GHz with optional 10 GHz capability, the IC-905 utilizes a unique separated controller and RF unit architecture to minimize feedline loss while delivering exceptional frequency stability, spectrum monitoring, D-STAR® digital communication, and ATV functionality for modern VHF/UHF/SHF stations.
Key Features
- Multi-band coverage on 144 MHz, 430 MHz, 1200 MHz, 2400 MHz, and 5600 MHz amateur bands
- Optional CX-10G transverter support for 10 GHz operation
- All-mode capability including SSB, CW, AM, FM, RTTY, D-STAR DV, D-STAR DD, and ATV (Amateur Television)
- Innovative separated controller and RF unit architecture
- RF unit designed for antenna-mounted installation to minimize microwave feedline losses
- Digital controller-to-RF communication for improved signal integrity
- 10 Watts output on 144 MHz, 430 MHz, and 1200 MHz bands
- 2 Watts output on 2400 MHz and 5600 MHz bands
- 0.5 Watt output on 10 GHz with optional transverter
- Built-in GPS/GNSS disciplined oscillator for exceptional frequency stability
- High-precision 1 PPS frequency correction system
- Wideband real-time spectrum scope with up to 50 MHz display span
- Integrated waterfall display for advanced signal monitoring
- Large color touchscreen interface derived from the IC-705 platform
- D-STAR DV and DD digital communication support
- D-STAR Terminal Mode and Access Point Mode functionality
- Digital image transmission and reception capabilities
- ATV (FM-TV) operation supporting NTSC, PAL, and SECAM formats
- Composite video input support for live video display
- USB Type-C connectivity for PC integration and digital mode operation
- One-touch FT8 operating preset
- Quick Data mode support for SSTV, RTTY, PSK31, JT65B, and FT8
- MicroSD card support for memory storage, recordings, and updates
- 500 programmable memory channels organized into up to 100 groups
- 2500 repeater memories and 300 GPS memories
- Automatic Frequency Control (AFC) functionality
- Power amplifier thermal protection system
- Tripod mount and AMPS mounting compatibility for portable deployment
- Ideal for EME, microwave experimentation, weak-signal operation, ATV, contesting, and advanced VHF/UHF communications
Typical Uses
- VHF/UHF/SHF weak-signal communication
- Earth-Moon-Earth (EME) operation
- Microwave contesting and DXing
- D-STAR digital voice and data communication
- Amateur Television (ATV) transmission and reception
- Portable microwave station deployment
- Experimental microwave and propagation research
In the Box
- ICOM IC-905 Controller Unit
- ICOM IC-905 RF Unit
- Controller-to-RF Connection Cable
- DC Power Cable
- Control Head Mounting Hardware
- User Documentation
| Brand | ICOM |
| Model Number | IC-905 |
| Product Type | VHF/UHF/SHF All-Mode Transceiver |
| Frequency Coverage TX | 144 MHz/430 MHz/1200 MHz/2400 MHz/5600 MHz Amateur Bands |
| Optional Frequency Coverage | 10 GHz with CX-10G Transverter |
| Operating Modes | SSB/CW/AM/FM/RTTY/DV/DD/ATV |
| RF Output Power 144 MHz | 10 W |
| RF Output Power 430 MHz | 10 W |
| RF Output Power 1200 MHz | 10 W |
| RF Output Power 2400 MHz | 2 W |
| RF Output Power 5600 MHz | 2 W |
| RF Output Power 10 GHz | 0.5 W |
| Receiver System 144/430 MHz | RF Direct Sampling |
| Receiver System 1200/2400/5600 MHz | Down Conversion IF Sampling |
| Display | Color Touchscreen |
| Spectrum Scope | Real-Time |
| Spectrum Span | Up to 50 MHz |
| Waterfall Display | Yes |
| GPS Receiver | Built-In GNSS |
| Frequency Stability | GPS-Controlled Oscillator |
| D-STAR DV | Supported |
| D-STAR DD | Supported |
| ATV Mode | Supported |
| Video Formats | NTSC/PAL/SECAM |
| USB Interface | USB Type-C |
| Memory Storage | MicroSD Card |
| Memory Channels | 500 |
| Memory Groups | Up to 100 |
| Repeater Memories | 2500 |
| GPS Memories | 300 |
| Power Supply | 13.8 VDC ±15% |
| Antenna Impedance | 50 Ohm |
| Controller Dimensions | 200 x 83.5 x 82 mm |
| RF Unit Dimensions | 172 x 87 x 210 mm |
| Controller Weight | 940 g |
| RF Unit Weight | 3.2 kg |
| Operating Temperature Controller | 0°C to 50°C |
| Operating Temperature RF Unit | -10°C to 55°C |
| Current Consumption RX | Less than 3 A |
| Current Consumption TX | Less than 5.5 A |