Icom IC-A15S, IC-A15 User Manual

VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVERS

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Full keypad

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Simple keypad

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700mW* loud audio

Because air band radios are usually
operated in high-noise environments, it is
essential for the radio to provide loud and
clear audio. The IC-A15/S series employs a
BTL amplifier that doubles the audio output,
offering loud and clear audio that’ll cut through
cabin or tarmac noise.

(* Internal speaker only)

Full keypad type or
Simple keypad type

The IC-A15 full keypad type allows you to input
the channel or frequency directly and has an
exclusive button for the 121.5MHz emergency
channel. The IC-A15S simple keypad type pro­vides simpler operation with a minimum of
buttons that is suitable for ground crews.

Compact, light weight and
rugged body

The IC-A15/S series is compact (only

120mm tall) and light weight (approx. 350g
including antenna and BP-232N). The water

resistant construction, equivalent to IPX4,
provides reliable operation in wet condi­tions.

Large capacity Lithium-Ion
battery pack

With the 2000mAh large capacity Lithium­Ion battery pack, BP-232N, the IC-A15/S
series provides stable output power and 18
hours long

(approx.) operating time*. The

BP-261, battery case takes 6 AA (LR6) al­kaline cells for convenient battery backup.

* Typical operation, Tx:Rx: Stand-by=5:5:90.

IC-A15S

200 channels with memory banks

A total of 200* memory channels can be named with
an 8-character channel name for easy recognition. For
fast and simple operation, these channels can be
grouped into 10 memory banks*.

* IC-A15 only. The IC-A15S has 100 memory channels and

memory banks are not available.

BC-179 holder type battery charger

The battery charger, BC-179, securely holds

and charges the radio, even in bumpy condi-

tions. The cigarette lighter cable, CP-22, can be

used with the BC-179.

Easy to Use, Rugged and Compact
with 700mW Loud Audio!

Easy to Use, Rugged and Compact
with 700mW Loud Audio!

IC-A15

VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVERS

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Other outstanding features

• 5W typ. (PEP), 1.5W typ. (CW) output power

• Side tone function allows you to hear your own
voice via a third party aviation headset

• LCD backlight for night time operation

SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL TRANSMITTER

• Frequency range :

• Mode : AM

• Channel spacing : 25kHz

• No. of memory channels :
IC-A15 200 channels
IC-A15S 100 channels

• Antenna impedance : 50Ω

• Power supply requirement : 7.4V DC (Icom battery pack)

• Current drain (at 7.4V DC) :

Tx 1.5A
Rx Stand-by 50mA typical

• Operating temp. range : –20˚C to +55˚C

• Dimensions

(projections not included)

• Weight (approx.) : 350g

Measurement made in accordance with EN 300 676 for EUR/UK versions.

Max. audio 500mA

(W×H×D)

OPTIONS

118.000–136.975MHz

(6K00A3E)

(BNC type)

(COM)

with 10 banks

: 53×120×36.9 mm

(with antenna and BP-232N)

* Some options may not be available in some countries. Please ask your dealer for details.

REGULAR CHARGERS

• ANL (Auto Noise Limiter) for noise reduction

• Low battery indication and beep alert

• Adjustable microphone gain setting

• BNC type antenna connector

•

Output power

• Modulation depth : 85%

• Audio harmonic distortion: Less than 10%

• Harmonics spurious : Less than –36dBm
emissions

• Frequency stability : ±5ppm

• Microphone connector : 3-conductor 2.5

(at 7.4V DC) : 5.0/1.5W typ. (PEP/CW)

(at 85%+3dB mod.)

(Except operating freq. ±1MHz point)

(1/10”)/ 150Ω

(d) mm

RECEIVER

• Intermediate frequency : 1st/2nd 46.35MHz/450kHz

• Sensitivity : –3dBµ

• Squelch sensitivity : Less than 0dBµ

• Selectivity : 6dB (More than 7.5kHz)

• Hum and noise : More than 40dB

All specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

▼ BC-179

typ.

(at 12dB SINAD with CCITT)

(at threshold)

60dB (Less than 25kHz)

(at 90% mod.)

RAPID CHARGER

Supplied accessories: (* depending on version )

• Battery pack, BP-232N or battery case, BP-261*
Battery charger, BC-179*

•
AC adapter, BC-174E*

•

• Handstrap

• Spurious response : More than 70dB

• Audio output power :
Internal speaker More than 700mW
External speaker More than 500mW

at 10% distortion with an 8Ω load, 30% modulation

• Ext. speaker connector :

Applicable U.S. Military Specifications & IP Rating

Standard

Low Pressure 500.4 I, II
High Temperature 501.4 I, II
Low Temperature
Temperature Shock 503.4 I
Solar Radiation 505.4 I
Rain 506.4 I, III
Humidity 507.4 –
Salt Fog 509.4 –
Dust Blowing 510.4 I
Vibration 514.5 I
Shock 516.5 I, IV

Also meets equivalent MIL-STD-810-C, -D and -E.

Ingress Protection Standard

Water IPX4 (Water resistant protection)

• Belt clip, MB-94

• Antenna, FA-B02AR

3-conductor 3.5 (d) mm (
8Ω

MIL 810 F

Method

502.4-3

MULTI-CHARGER

Procedure

I, II

1

/8”)/

▲ BP-230N ▲ BP-232N ▲ BP-261

BP-230N :7.4V/980mAh Li-Ion BATTERY PACK
Provides 8.5 hours* operating time
BP-232N :7.4V/2000mAh Li-Ion BATTERY PACK
Provides 18 hours* operating time (approx.).
BP-261 :BATTERY CASE
Battery case for AA (LR6)×6 alkaline cells.

(* Tx (Hi): Rx: standby=5:5:90.)

POWER SUPPLY CABLES

▲ OPC-515L▲ CP-22 ▲ OPC-656

CP-22 :

Cigarette lighter cable with DC-DC converter for
use with BC-171/179. 12/24V DC input available.

OPC-515L: Power supply cable for use with BC-119N.
OPC-656 : Power supply cable for use with BC-121N.

(approx.).

▼ BC-171

▲ BC-174

BC-179 BATTERY CHARGER
+ BC-174 AC ADAPTER

Charges the BP-232N in 12 hours (approx.).

BC-171 DESKTOP CHARGER
+ BC-147 AC ADAPTER

Charges the BP-232N in 10 hours (approx.).

SPEAKER-MIC HEADSET ADAPTER

HM-173

HM-173 : Provides conve­nient lightweight operation.

CABLE

OPC-499 : For use with

third party headsets.

▲ BC-160▲ BC-145

BC-160 DESKTOP CHARGER
+ BC-145 AC ADAPTER

Charges the BP-232N in 3 hours

(approx.).

BC-119N + AD-106 + BC-145 is also
available.

BELT CLIP AND LEATHER BELT HANGER

OPC-499

▲ MB-94

MB-94 : Alligator type. Same as supplied.
MB-96F : Fixed type belt hanger.

▲ BC-121N+AD-106 (6 pcs.)

BC-121N MULTI-CHARGER + AD-106
CHARGER ADAPTER + BC-157 AC ADAPTER

Rapidly charges up to 6 battery packs (Six AD-106s are

required)

. Charging the BP-232N in 3 hours (approx.).

ANTENNA

▲ MB-96F

FA-B02AR : Same as sup­plied.

▼ BC-157

FA-B02AR

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