Rsba1 ip remote control software features icom america. Rotate the control clockwise to shift the center frequency higher, or rotate the control counterclockwise to shift the center frequency lower. Update for icom radio programming software free download. Oddly, that was discussed a little while ago on the hamlib developer list. The optional rc28 utilizes the same tuning knob and encoder used on icom hf radios, providing a tactile option for the rsba1 software. Computerenhanced radio control and programming, automated logging, and a multitude of digital soundcard modes. When the graphic menu display g2 is selected, the if passband is graphically displayed and changes in accordance with the shift control see p. Usb civ cat interface cable for icom ct17 ic706works on. The latest version is the incredibly small icom ic 706 mark ii g which adds many new features and capabilities not found in the previous ic 706 and ic706mkii versions.
The sound interface works fine, linked to the 6 pin minidin on the radio. Bluemax49ers ftdi icom civ cat control programming cable ic706 ic725 ic726 ic728 ic746 ic751 ic756 ic761 ic764 ic820 ic910 ic7100 ic7160 ic7300 ic7400 ic. The usbrts01 is comparable to the icom ct17 cable the ic706 does not have the ability to be programmed from the computer. Hamlib doesnt play well with icoms that by default echo everything sent to the rig back to the software. Usb civ cat interface cable for icom ct17 ic706works. Each piece of software works with a specific radio making it easy for you to handle the radios features without having to wade through those that dont apply. If you cant figure that out, go to the knowledge data base that icom maintains on their web site. The 706 has circuitry builtin to control an automatic antenna tuner. Dec 21, 2017 so ive connected a signallink usb to my icom 706iig via the data port and to my mac book pro and am running fldigi and flrig. While it is still considered a niche, the community and companies manufacturing equipment for use has grown significantly. Not to keep the 2000 tied up, i now wish to use an icom 706 mk2g. Icomcontrol is a radio controller designed for the icom pcr. This radio is of an age that it was designed before computer programming was developed.
I try to use vb6 software to write one pc remote control, which can control may model of icom radio. The rc28 is not a standalone control for icom radios and may only be used with the rsba1 software. May 28, 2012 i try to use vb6 software to write one pc remote control, which can control may model of icom radio. Oct 02, 2018 bobby trates icom 706 mk2g programming a uhfvhf frequency into a memory chanell duration. Free icom 706 software download icom 706 software for. N4py icom control program free version download for pc. The g is an allmode transceiver provides 100 watts on hf and 6 meters and 50 watts on 2 meters plus 20 watts on 440 mhz. With the manual and the cute cable i tried to extend the remote capability for the icom ic 706. This control can be used for rf gain control to adjust receiver gain manually. Icom appears to delight in charging outrageous prices for all transceiver accessories, so many hams improvise instead. Easycat32 for windows to control any icom radio up to 500mhz, including the ic 706 iig. The usbrts01 cable works as a cat cable with authentic version of the ic706 worldwide.
Software such as ham radio deluxe allows you to control the rts line for this purpose. The 706 series represents one of the most popular transceivers in amateur radio histroy. The software also allows the seamless use of transverters for the vhfuhf bands with the display showing the transverter frequency. Instruction manuals, brochures and other items are available by radio model. Until 2004 i were try the remote control by using my local station with. Ham radio cat, psk31, ft8, jt9 and jt65 interfaces icom. These radios require hardware keying and this is achieved by utilizing the rts line on the rs232 port as a ptt keying signal. Valley enterprises icom ct17 usb ftdi chipset civ cat control programming cable, length 10 feet. Software for icf510, 521, 610, 621 password inside software for icf30gt gs,icf40gt gs, version 30, password inside programming manual for icf3, icf4 series.
Linux users may wish to look at these notes for use under linux. So ive connected a signallink usb to my icom 706iig via the data port and to my mac book pro and am running fldigi and flrig. Digital setup examples for icom 718, 706, 7000 and flex5000 hardware for icom 718, 706, 7000. This means it works with virtually any software program. Sep 08, 2012 i dont have my 706mkiig anymore, and ive long since tossed the control software. Icom ic706mkiig icom ic 706 mkiig ic706mkiig programming interface schematics for icom. Ive made small changes to the modem control signals connections. Until 2004 i were try the remote control by using my local station with local remote control in my small shack. Pdf service menu for icom ic706mkiig icom ic 706 mkiig ic706mkiig. This item usb civ cat interface cable for icom ct17 ic706works on desktops and laptops. You may also want to check out wsjtx, which does jt65 and jt9 if you are looking to build your own interface, you might be able to get away with just a couple isolation transformers and using vox for ptt. If one is detected, pressing the tune button causes the. In 2000 have an operational remote solution for the icom ic 706 running with software for linux in both ends.
See my getting started in pc soundcard digital modes page. Rf gain selection can be set in initial set mode p. May require software driver depending on operating system. Hamlib doesnt play well with icom s that by default echo everything sent to the rig back to the software. This is software for icpcr wide band receiver calibration. Free icom 706 software download icom 706 software for windows.
The n4py software license is not transferable to another user. Additionally, you will be able to mouse click on signals. Icom ic706mkiig icom ic 706 mkiig ic706mkiig transceiver. When you press the power button on the panel, the radio comes to life at the remote side and sound and panel info flows across the. Id31a plus 4 id51a plus2 4 ict70a ict70e 5 icv80 sport 3 idrp2000v idrp4000v 7 amateur accessories. When you press the power button on the panel, the radio comes to life at the remote side and sound and panel info flows across the internet between the pair of rrc1258mkii. Icom ic 706 links category is a curation of 39 web resources on, mic tips for the ic 706, icom 706mkiig modification for frequency injection, trlog to icom control cable.
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Icom cat control and digital mode interfaces to use software such as ham radio deluxe, fldigi, wsjtx to operate psk31, ft8, jt9, jt65, echolink and many other afsk modes. This item usb civ cat interface cable for icom ct17 ic 706 works on desktops and laptops valley enterprises icom ct17 usb ftdi chipset civ cat control programming cable, length 10 feet tripp lite usb 2. Resources listed under icom ic706 category belongs to hf transceivers main collection, and. Icom ic706 links category is a curation of 39 web resources on, mic tips for the ic706, icom 706mkiig modification for frequency injection, trlog to icom control cable. With the manual and the cute cable i tried to extend the remote capability for the icom ic706. This link is listed in our web site directory since thursday sep 3 2009, and till today ic706 cat control has been followed for a total of 6282 times. This program is an intellectual property of n4py software. New versions of the software should be released several times a quarter and even several times a month. View and download icom ic706 instruction manual online.
Should the software be able to control the radios frequency. The ideal transceiver for beginner ham radio enthusiasts. Program for the management by pc across the civ connection of the transceiver icom ic706,ic706mk2, ic706mk2 g, beyond to the normal functions allows to manage the split, the memories, the scanner and other. Ham radio has gained a lot of following in recent years. First, new technologies are emerging, as a result, the.
Other manufacturers microphones have different pin assignments and connection to the ic706mkiig may. Icom ic 706 mkiig service menu pdf service manual with schematics for icom ic706mkiig icom ic 706 mkiig ic706mkiig. In 2000 have an operational remote solution for the icom ic706 running with software for linux in both ends. U023006 valley enterprises yaesu usb ftdi ct62 cat cable ft100, ft817, ft818.
If there is no tuner connected, the button does nothing. The latest version is the incredibly small icom ic706 mark ii g which adds many new features and capabilities not found in the previous ic706 and ic706mkii versions. If i had to guess at what is available now, id look at hrd. This radio is of an age that it was designed before. Turn that off at the rig, and from what others say, itll work ok. Free and open source, and handles a large number of digital modes. Connectivity is demonstrated to show how communications between the radio and pc can be implemented. The icom radio programming software free download is developing at a frantic pace. Our antivirus check shows that this download is virus free. Introduction this document is intended to provide insight and understanding on how an icom radio can be connected to a pc running common logging and operating ssb, digital software. Additionally, there is a saverestore feature for the internal memories of your icom transceiver.
The encoder includes a ptt and two userprogrammable function keys. Specific download information to configure the program for your icom radio. Zip a dos program to control a yaesu ft757 hf radio. But changing the frequency in eith fldigi or flrig doesnt change the freq on the radio.
Bobby trates icom 706 mk2g programming a uhfvhf frequency into a memory chanell duration. We offer a large range of interfaces to ensure maximum compatibility with modern and older pcs and digimode software. Icom is an outstanding, comprehensive radio manufacturer that produces radio communication equipment of all genres, from amateur radios to terrestrial, marine and avionics radios, as well as lte, wlan and satellite radios. Icom is an outstanding, comprehensive radio manufacturer that produces radio. Some earlier icom radios do not allow for ptt keying in the civ control command set. Rt systems software works with windows 7, windows 8, windows 8. Any other rig control issues related to hamlib, report to the hamlib support list. View and download icom ic 706 instruction manual online. Icom programming interface, icom pinout connector 1, icom pinout connector 2 programming software for icom ic706mkiig icom ic 706 mkiig ic706mkiig. Icom 706mkiig computer control and soundcard interface. Digital setup examples for icom 718, 706, 7000 and flex5000.
Here is a very simple civ interface, originally described by ok2wy. Commander allows you to control your alinco, elecraft, flexradio, icom, jrc, kachina, kenwood, tentec, or yaesu radio from a pc running windows 95, 98, nt, 2000, xp, vista, 7, 8, or 10. The usbrts01 is comparable to the icom ct17 cable the ic 706 does not have the ability to be programmed from the computer. First, new technologies are emerging, as a result, the equipment is being improved and that, in turn, requires software changes. The civ commands are very clearly written, and explained in the 706mkiig manual. Icomcontrol uses plaintext data files, so importing and exporting data is easy also. Interfacing the radio to your pc has too many waycool advantages. Icomcontrol has advanced frequency programming and scanning features. The idea of remote controlling ic 703706 is simple. Programming software for icom ic706mkiig icom ic 706 mkiig ic706mkiig. A few circuits have been published for civ interfaces, most of which use the max232 ic. Use the links below to quickly navigate to a product category. About ic706 cat control the resource is currently listed in in 3 categories. Easycat32 for windows to control any icom radio up to 500mhz, including the ic706 iig.