The '706' series represents one of the most popular transceivers in amateur radio histroy. 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 ICOM IC-706 and ICOM IC-706MKII versions. The "G" is an all-mode transceiver provides 100 watts on HF and 6 meters and 50 watts on 2 meters plus 20 watts on 440 MHz. It receives from 30 kHz to 199 MHz and from 400 to 470 MHz. It features a removable, remoteable, front panel that allows control of all features. The large LCD display features alphanumeric memory names (9 character) and soft key descriptions. The LCD even supports a simple band scope display. Other advanced features include: IF Shift, RIT, Tone Squelch, Scanning, Noise Blanker, Speech Compressor, Mini Spectrum Scope and Electronic Keyer. This latest version in the 706 series includes the UT-106 DSP module as a standard feature. Despite its compact size it has big, easy to use control dials.
General characteristics
- HAM bands
- 160m 80m 40m 30m (WARC) 20m 17m (WARC) 15m 12m (WARC) 6m 2m 70cm 10m
- Frequency stability
- ?
- Tuning steps
- ?
- Memories
- 99 channels in 1 bank(s)
Receiver
- RX-range
- 0.03-200 / 400-470 MHz all-mode incl WFM
- Modulations
- AM FM CW SSB RTTY
- Sensitivity
- ?
- Selectivity
- ?
- Filters
- ?
- Receiver system
- ?
- IF-frequencies
- ?
- Image rejection
- ?
- Audio output
- ?
Transmitter
- TX-range
- 10-160m + WARC / 50-54 / 144-146 / 430-440 MHz (Europe)
10-160m + WARC / 50-54 / 144-148 / 430-450 MHz (USA) - Modulations
- AM FM CW SSB RTTY
- RF-output
- 100/100/50/20 W
Connections
- Antenna
- SO-239
- Impedance
- 50 Ω
- Other
- -
Electrical
- Power requirements
- 13.8V DC
- Current drain RX
- 1.8-2.0 A
- TX
- Max 20 A
Physical
- Dimensions (w×h×d)
- 167 × 58 × 200 mm (6.57 × 2.28 × 7.87 in)
- Weight
- 2.45 kg (5.4 lbs)
- Form factor
- Mobile
- Manufactured
- Between 1999 and 2010
Other features
- Usage
- Amateur / Ham radio operators
- Features + options
- 107 memories (99 regular, 6 scan edges, 2 call channels)
- Accessories
- -
- RigReference ID
- 3131
- MPN
- ICOM-IC-000706MKIIG
Manuals, diagrams and brochures
- ICOM IC-706 Mk-IIG Instruction Manual.pdf PDF - Unknown size, submitted by RigReference
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Reviews
| Rating | Title | Submitted |
|---|---|---|
| Great for ragchewing and everyday usage. | 7 years ago by pauldeloop | |
| It's OK...just | 13 years ago by KA9MOT | |
| First HF rig | 14 years ago by KJ4VOV |
New and second-hand prices
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Based on historic price data, today's estimated value of the ICOM IC-706MKIIG in Good condition is around:
- USD 446 ~ USD 613
- EUR 350 ~ EUR 2,000
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