Icom IC-R6 brochure

COMMUNICATIONS RECEIVER

The 100 Ch/Sec Wideband
Signal “Search Machine”

100kHz–1309.995MHz* wideband coverage

While the IC-R6 receives an ultra wideband frequency
range, the radio provides superior sensitivity and
receiver characteristics that is insusceptible to
interference. Amateur stations, AM, FM, short wave
broadcasts, TV audio* and a variety of utility
communications can be caught and listened to.

* Frequency range depends on version. Analog TV audio
only. Cannot decode digital TV audio.

100 channels per second high speed scan

The IC-R6 has 100 channels per second high speed
scan capability*. This superior scanning power allows
the utmost efficiency when searching over 1300MHz of
spectrum!

* VFO mode scanning.

15 hours of continuous receive capability*

The IC-R6 is energy-efficient, designed to provide many
hours of listening enjoyment on a single charge. With the
supplied rechargeable Ni-MH cells (1400mAh ×2), the
IC-R6 provides up to 15 hours of continuous receive
capability*.

* At 50mW output using external speaker.

1300 memory channels with 22 memory banks

With 1300 alphanumeric memory channels, 50 scan
edges and 200 auto write memories, the IC-R6 gives
you flexible scanning. Use the bank link scan feature
to choose from and connect any of the 22 memory
banks.

VSC (Voice Squelch Control

The VSC opens the squelch only when a modulated
signal is detected and ignores unmodulated beat
noise. It is a handy feature for those listeners who are
scanning for talk, news and music, but not data bursts
or beacons.

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Multiple power choices

The IC-R6 can be powered by rechargeable Ni-MH
cells, or with alkaline batteries. Run the IC-R6 using
the AC adapter, BC-196S, or opt for a cigarette lighter
cable, CP-18. When used the optional drop-in charger
stand BC-194 with the AC adapter or cigarette lighter
cable, you can easily start charging the Ni-MH cells,
while eliminating the need to connect the power
source to the DC power jack of the receiver.

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COMMUNICATIONS RECEIVER

OTHER FEATURES

• Built-in audio low pass filter

• ±1.0ppm high frequency stability

(at 25˚C)

• Earphone cord antenna for AM aviation as well as
FM broadcast

• Ferrite bar antenna for AM broadcast

• 150mW loud audio with internal speaker

• DTCS and CTCSS tone squelch and reverse tone
squelch

•Priority watch function with priority beep function

•

•PC programmable with optional CS-R6

• Receiver-to-receiver cloning

• Auto power OFF (0.5–2 hours and end of busy signal)

• Compact, drip-resistant construction

• Duplex operation monitoring

• Automatic LCD backlight

• Dial speed acceleration

SPECIFICATIONS

•Frequency coverage : 0.100–1309.995MHz*

France 0.100–29.995, 50.200–51.200, 87.500–107.995,

•Mode : AM, FM, WFM

•No. of memory channels : 1300 regular, 50 scan edges and

•Usable temperature range :–10˚C to +60˚C ; +14˚F to +140˚F

• Frequency stability : ±1.0ppm

•Tuning steps : 5, 6.25, 8.33*, 9*, 10, 12.5, 15,

•Battery requirement : 2×R6

• External power supply : 4.5V DC rated (4.5–6.3V with BC-

•Current drain Rated audio : 130mA typ. (Ext. SP, backlight off)

(at 3.0V DC)

•Antenna impedance : 50Ω

•Dimensions (W×H×D) : 58×86×29.8 mm;

(Projections not included)

•Weight (approx.) : 200g; 7.1oz

All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

GENERAL

(* Cellular blocked in the U.S.A. version.)

144–146, 430–440, 1240–1300MHz

200 auto memory write

(at 25˚C)

20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 125, 200kHz

(* Selectable depending on operating bands.)

Standby 65mA typ.
Power save 30mA typ. (1:4 duty)

(AA) size Ni-MH or alkaline

cells

196SA/SD, CP-18A/E)

(SMA)

9

3

⁄32×3

⁄

×13⁄

2

8

16 in

Optional CT-17, CI-V level converter for remote control

(optional OPC-474

required)

RECEIVER

•Intermediate frequencies :
FM, AM 266.7MHz, 19.65MHz, 450kHz
WFM 266.7MHz, 19.95MHz, 750kHz

•Sensitivity

•Selectivity AM, FM : More than 12kHz/–9dB,

(except spurious points)

FM 1.625MHz– 4.995MHz 0.32µV typ.

(12dB SINAD)

WFM 76.000MHz– 108.000MHz 1.1µV typ.

(12dB SINAD)

AM 0.495MHz– 4.995MHz 1.3µV typ.

(10dB S/N)

5.000MHz– 29.995MHz 0.25µV

30.000MHz– 117.995MHz 0.18µV typ.

118.000MHz– 246.995MHz 0.18µV typ.

247.000MHz– 469.995MHz 0.18µV typ.

470.000MHz– 832.995MHz 0.32µV

833.000MHz–1029.995MHz 0.28µV typ.

1030.000MHz–1309.995MHz 0.35µV

175.000MHz– 221.995MHz 1.1µV

470.000MHz– 770.000MHz 1.8µV typ.

5.000MHz– 29.995MHz 0.89µV typ.

118.000MHz– 136.000MHz 0.63µV

222.000MHz– 246.995MHz 0.63µV typ.

247.000MHz– 329.995MHz 0.79µV

WFM More than 150kHz/–6dB

:

typ.

typ.

typ.

typ.

typ.

typ.

Less than 30kHz/–60dB

• Built-in RF attenuator

•Auto memory write scan stores the detected fre­quency, mode and tone into a specified memory

•Reversible up/down buttons and dial knob for vol­ume, frequency, memory channel, scan direction
and set mode settings

• Optional new tube earphone, SP-27

• Weather channel receive with weather alert

(USA version only)

•AF output power
Internal speaker
External speaker

•External SP connector :

(16Ω load)

(8Ω load)

10% distortion

)

More than 150mW
80mW typ.
3-conductor 3.5

:

(d)

mm

1

⁄

″)

(

8

/8Ω

(at 3.0V DC,

Applicable U.S. Military Specifications & IP Rating

Standard

Low Pressure 500.4 I, II
High Temperature 501.4 I, II
Low Temperature 502.4 I, II
Temperature Shock 503.4 I
Solar Radiation 505.4 I
Humidity 507.4 –
Vibration 514.5 I
Shock 516.5 I, IV

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

Ingress Protection Standard

Water IPX2 (Drip resistant)

MIL 810 F

Method Procedure

Supplied accessories

● Ni-MH cells* ● AC adapter, BC-196SA/SD*

● Antenna ● Belt clip ● Handstrap

* Not supplied depending on version)

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OPTIONS

• BC-196SA/SD AC ADAPTER

4.5V DC, 400mA output. Allows you to power the IC­R6 and charge the supplied Ni-MH battery cells
installed in the IC-R6 in 15 hours
sive use with the IC-R6 and BC-194 only.

• BC-194 CHARGER STAND
Drop-in charger for use with BC-196S or CP-18A/E.

• CP-18A/E CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE
6V DC, 1.5A output from 12V cigarette lighter socket.

BC-196SA/SD

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All other trademarks are the properties of their respective holders.

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

• HP-4 HEADPHONE
Light weight monaural headphone.

• SP-13 EARPHONE

(approx.). For exclu-

SP-27 TUBE EARPHONE
Provides clear audio even in noisy environments.

• LC-146A CARRYING CASE
Helps protect the receiver from scratches, etc.

• CT-17 CI-V LEVEL CONVERTER
For receiver remote control from a PC.

BC-194

CP-18A/E HP-4 SP-13 SP-27

• CS-R6 CLONING SOFTWARE
OPC-478 CLONING CABLE (RS-232C cable)
OPC-478UC CLONING CABLE (USB cable)

Use a PC to easily edit stored memory channel data.

• OPC-474 CLONING CABLE
Used for receiver-to-receiver data cloning.

• AD-92SMA ANTENNA CONNECTOR ADAPTER
Allows you to connect a BNC-type antenna.

LC-146A

CT-17

OPC-474 AD-92SMA

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