VHF/UHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER
ID-52A
Multi-Function D-STAR Dual Bander
with Waterfall Color Display
Micro
USB
Micro
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SPEAKER OUTPUT
750mW
Terminal
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Multi-Function Dual Band D-STAR Transceiver
Longer Distance Communication Through the D-STAR Network
The ID-52A is a VHF/UHF dual bander with D-STAR and FM dual mode
functions. The ID-52A supports conventional FM communications as well as
D-STAR simplex, repeater, regional, and worldwide calls over the D-STAR
Internet gateway. With the ID-52A, you can call a friend in another city, or
even internationally through D-STAR repeaters, with digital clear audio. In
addition, the ID-52A can send digital voice with data, text messages, GPS
location information and pictures.
Picture Sharing Functions
Share pictures with
other users and see
received pictures on
the color display.
Pictures taken on an
Android™ device
can be wirelessly
transferred to the ID-52A through
Bluetooth
®
technology.
DR (D-STAR Repeater) Function
The DR (D-STAR Repeater)
expanded function makes
D-STAR and FM repeater
communication simple.
Combined with the GPS
function, you can make
DR screen
repeater available with a couple of button
pushes based on your location. Additionally,
the DR mode supports reflector linking controls.
selection of a local
Advanced Functions and Operations with Vivid Color Display
COLOR
DISPL AY
2.3" Large Color Display
The ID-52A is equipped with a color display.
The display size is increased to 2.3 inches, 320 ×
280 pixels (1.7 inches for the ID-51A) to achieve
excellent viewability. The display background color
is selectable from black and white.
VHF/UHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER
ID-52A
Black background White background
Bluetooth® Enabled Features
The optional VS-3
Bluetooth
enables hands-free
wireless operation.
In addition to the PTT
VS-3, Bluetooth® Headset
buttons, the VS-3 has 3 programmable
buttons that can be assigned functions to
improve operability and mobility.
and volume up/down
®
headset
You can easily
connect to a smart
device through
Bluetooth
The Remote Control
Software, RS-MS1A
DR setting display
example
or RS-MS1I for iOS™device can wirelessly
control the ID-52A to change operating
frequencies and other settings.
Text transmission
display example
for Android™ device
®
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Internet
RF Signal
Local Area Call
Simplex Call
RepeaterRepeater
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Connect the ID-52A to the Internet through a Windows® PC or an
Android™ device. The Internet gateway (using Terminal mode and
Access Point mode) enables you to access the D-STAR repeater
network, even from areas where no D-STAR repeater is directly
accessible through radio waves.
* • Terminal and Access Point modes are compatible with Icom RS-RP3 Gateway Software. If your
D-STAR repeater is running G1 or G2 software, please contact your local Icom Distributor to upgrade
software. • You need an Internet connection with an IPv4 Global IP address. If you use a cellular
system, you need an IPv4 Global IP address assigned to your Android™ device. • The RS-MS3W
optional software is required to be installed in the PC (Download from Icom website). The RS-MS3A
optional application software is required to be installed in the Android™ device (Download from Google
Play™). USB cable is required. Type-A: User supplied. Type-C: OPC-2418. micro-B: OPC-2417.
Handy Radio First! Waterfall Display
The waterfall display shows not only the existence
of signals but also the changes of signal level in
chronological order. You will have an overview of
the band conditions in more detail, including busy
frequencies currently used, or open frequencies
not used. The band scope mode is selectable from
Fixed scroll mode
center mode, Fixed mode and Fixed scroll mode.
V/V,U/U,V/U Dualwatch Including DV/DV Mode
The Dualwatch function monitors the VHF/VHF,
UHF/UHF and VHF/UHF bands simultaneously*.
You can quickly respond to a call from the Main
and Sub bands.Two DV signals can be
decoded at the same time.
* AM/AM mode Dualwatch is not possible. AM signals can be received on
DV/DV mode
only the Main VFO (A band).
Integrated GPS/GLONASS Receiver
D-PRS mode is supported by the internal GPS
receiver for sending your location and showing
received station location, distance, and direction
from your current location. In addition to your
location, the ID-52A displays your current Grid
Square information.The GPS position data can
be used for Position Auto Reply, Near Repeater
GPS position with grid locator
Search, and GPS log functions.
RepeaterRepeater
Gateway Call
INTERNET
CQ
Terminal Mode
RepeaterRepeater
Gateway Call
CQ
Access Point Mode
VHF/UHF Airband and FM Broadcast Receiver
Airband reception is expanded from VHF to
UHF Military airband (225 to 374.995 MHz).
FM broadcast stations can be listened to
while using the dualwatch function.
Broadcast receiver
microSD Card Slot
You can store QSO Recording, TX Voice Memory, pictures,
QSOs and GPS log data. Firmware upgrades, Repeater lists
and other personal settings onto a microSD card (up to 32 GB).
This can be uploaded into the ID-52A radio.
Micro USB Connector
The ID-52A has a Multi-function USB port as well as USB host
function for charging the Icom battery packs, PC programming,
read/write contents to the microSD card, Terminal/Access Point
mode support, CI-V control as well as audio.
IPX7 Waterproof and Tough Construction
With Icom’s pioneering IPX7 waterproofing and pro-grade
construction, the ID-52A is perfect for your shack or operating
in harsh outdoor environments.
Other Features
• 750 mW loud audio output power • Improved heat dissipation
efficiency for stable operation • DV fast data mode uses data in place of
voice frames • QSO log in CSV data format • Accessories for the
ID-51A/ID-31A such as battery packs and microphones can be used
• DV/FM near repeater search function • Voice recorder function
• External DC power jack • Weather channel receive
VHF/UHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER ID-52A
SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency
coverage
(Unit: MHz)
(A) means A band, (B) means B band. Guaranteed range: * 144–148, 440–450 MHz
Type of emission
Mode
Number of memory channels
Frequency resolution
Operating temperature range
Frequency stability
Antenna impedance
Version
Power supply
requirement
Current drain
(at 7.4 V DC)
Dimensions
(projections not included)
Battery pack
Alkaline cells
External DC
Tx High
Rx AF Max.
(W×H×D)
Weight (approx.)
Transmit Receiver Broadcast band
144–148,
USA
430–450*
GENERAL
(A) 108–174, 225–479*
(B) 137–174, 375–479*
F2D, F3E, F7W
DV, FM, FM-N, WFM*, AM*, AM-N*
(* WFM, AM and AM-N are Rx only)
1000 memory channels, 4 call channels, 50 scan edges,
100 skip channels, 500 broadcast stations,
2500 repeaters, 300 call signs and 300 GPS memories
5, 6.25, 8.33*, 10, 12.5, 15, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 125 and 200 kHz
* Selectable depending on the operating band.
–20℃ to +60℃ ; –4°F to +140°F
±2.5 ppm (–20℃ to +60℃ on the basis of 25℃)
50 Ω (SMA)
7.4 V DC (with BP-272), 7.2 V DC (with BP-307)
5.5 V DC (with BP-273)
10–16 V DC
Less than 2.5 A
Less than 450 mA (DV),
Less than 400 mA (FM, FM-N) (Internal SP, 8 Ω)
61.1 × 121.6 × 34.8 mm ; 2.4 × 4.8 × 1.4 in (with BP-272)
330 g ; 11.6 oz (with BP-272 & antenna)
88.0–108.0
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Some options may not be available in some countries. Please ask your dealer for details.
BATTERY PACKS AND CASE
BP-272 BP-307
RAPID CHARGER
BC-202IP2 BC-123S*
Charges BP-272/BP-307
in 2.5/4 hours (approx.).
BC-123SA for USA plu g, SE for Europe plug.
*1
SPEAKER-MICROPHONES
BP-273
1
AC adapter supplied with
the BC-202IP2,
depending on version.
BC-167SA for USA plug , SD for Europe plug, SV for Au stralia plug.
*2
Battery
packs
Typ e
Capacity
Operating
time*
* Approxi mate. Tx: Rx: s tandby = 1:1:8. Power s ave function ON. GPS O FF.
WALL
CHARGER
BC-167S*
HEADSETS and PLUG ADAPTER CABLE
For VOX Operation
BP-272 BP-307
Rechargeable
Li-io n, 7.4 V
7.25 hours
(FM mode)
.)
.)
1880 mAh (min
2000 mAh (typ
EARPHONE-MICROPHONES
2
HM-153LS HM-166LS
Rechargeable
Li-io n, 7.2 V
3050 mA h (min
3150 mAh (typ
12 ho urs
(FM mode)
.)
.)
BP-273
LR6 (AA
batteries
×3
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TRANSMITTER
Modulation
system
DV
FM, FM-N
Output power (at 7.4 V DC)
Spurious emissions
Max. frequency deviation
Ext. Mic impedance
Sensitivity
DV
FM, FM-N
Selectivity
Spurious rejection
Audio
output power
Internal SP
External SP
Receiver sensitivity (Except amateur bands.)
Frequency range
(Unit: MHz)
BC band
A band
B band
All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.
*AM-N mode cannot be received from 225 to 374.995 MHz.
Supplied
accessories
88.000–108.000
108.000–136.991
137.000–142.000
142.005–148.000
148.005–174.000
225.000–259.995
260.000–354.995
355.000–374.995
375.000–399.995
400.000–479.000
137.000–148.000
148.005–174.000
375.000–399.995
400.000–479.000
• Battery pack, BP-272 • Wall charger, BC-167SA
• Antenna, FA-S270C • Belt clip, MB-127 • Hand strap
* Supplied accessories may differ depending on the transceiver version.
Icom, Icom Inc. and the Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia, Australia, New Zealand, and/or
other countries. The Bluetooth
trademarks or trademarks of Google LLC. iOS is a trademark or a registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license. Windows is either a registered trademark or a
trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the properties of their respective holders. D-STAR (Digital Smart Technology for Amateur Radio) is a
digital radio protocol developed by JARL (Japan Amateur Radio League).
GMSK reactance modulation,
FM reactance modulation
5 W, 2.5 W, 1.0 W, 0.5 W, 0.1 W
(High, Mid, Low2, Low1, S-low)
Less than –60 dBc (High, Mid),
Less than –13 dBm (Low2, Low1, S-low)
HM-75LS
For remote
control
HM-183LS
Waterproof
HM-186LS
HS-94
Earhook type
HS-95
Neck arm type
HS-97
Throat type
OPC-2006LS
Required when
using any of
these headsets
±5.0/2.5 kHz (FM/FM-N)
2.2 kΩ
RECEIVER
Bluetooth® HEADSET
CIGARETTE LIGHTER
CABLES
DC POWER CABLE
PLUG ADAPTER
CABLE
Less than 0.2 μV (at 1% BER)
Less than 0.18 μV (at 12 dB SINAD)
More than 50 dB (DV, FM-N), More than 55 dB (FM)
More than 60 dB
More than 750 mW (8 Ω load)
VS-3
More than 200 mW (8 Ω load)
CARRYING CASE
FM/FM-N/WFM
(12 dB SINAD)
Less than 1 μV
–
Less than 0.18 μV
Less than 0.18 μV
Less than 0.32 μV
Less than 0.56 μV
Less than 0.32 μV
Less than 0.5 μV
Less than 0.5 μV
Less than 0.32 μV
Less than 0.18 μV
Less than 0.32 μV
Less than 0.5 μV
Less than 0.32 μV
®
word mark and logos are registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Icom Inc. is under license. Android and Google Play are registered
(WFM)
(10 dB S/N)
AM/AM-N
–
Less than 1 μV
Less than 1 μV
–
–
Less than 1.8 μV*
Less than 1 μV*
Less than 1.8 μV*
–
–
–
–
–
–
LC-193
OTHER OPTIONS
•AD-92SMA: SMA-BNC antenna adapter
•FA-S270C: VHF/UHF antenna. Same as supplied
•MB-127: Belt clip. Same as supplied
•SP-40: Earphone (OPC-2144 required.)
CP-12L
Built-in noise lter
OPC-254L
APPLICATION SOFTWARE*
•RS-MS1A: Remote control application for Android
•RS-MS1I: Remote control application for iOSTM.
•RS-MS3A: Terminal/Access point mode application for Android
•RS-MS3W: Terminal/Access point mode software for Windows® PC
•CS-52: Programming software for Windows® PC.
•ST-4001A: Picture Utility Software for Android
•ST-4001I: Picture Utility Software for iOS
•ST-4001W: Picture Utility Software for Windows® PC
* Applications for AndroidTM can be freely downloaded from Google PlayTM.
Applications for iOS
Software for Windows
TM
can be freely downloaded from the App Store.
®
PC can be freely downloaded from the Icom website.
•CP-23L: Cigarette lighter cable for BC-202IP2
•OPC-515L: DC power cable for BC-202IP2
•OPC-2417: USB cable (micro B - micro B)
•OPC-2418: USB cable (Type C - micro B)
TM
OPC-2144
Required when using
any of HM-75A, HM-153,
HM-166 or SP-40.
TM
TM
TM
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