Icom IC-9700 Reference Guide

Remote control
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D CI-V connection
The transceiver’s operating frequency, mode, VFO and memory selection, can be remotely controlled using a PC.
The Icom Communications Interface V (CI-V) controls the transceiver.
Select your connection method from the following:
• A USB cable (A-B type, user supplied)
The required USB driver and driver installation guide can
be downloaded from the Icom web site.
Go to “ http://www.icom.co.jp/world/Support ,” and then
click “Firmware Updates / Software downloads.”
L The download procedure on the web page may be changed
without notice.
L Make the connection as short as possible. The transceiver
may not be recognized by the controller, depending on the
USB cable length.
• The optional OPC-2350LU (DATA CABLE)
NOTE: Before you start sending data, be sure to set the
following items.
• Set “DATA Function” to “CI-V.”
(SET > Connectors > USB (B)/DATA Function)
• The optional CT-17 (CI-V LEVEL CONVERTER)
Connects to a PC with an RS-232C port.
■ Remote control (CI-V) information
• Connection example
To a USB port
To the [USB] port
PC
A/B USB cable
OPC-2350LU
To the [DATA] jack
To a USB port
PC
• Connection example
IC-9700
DC 9 V
～
15 V
ct-17
To the [REMOTE] jack
mini-plug cable
RS-232C
cable
PC
• Connection example

Icom IC-9700 Specifications

General

Receiver Type	Triple conversion superheterodyne
Display	4.3 inch color TFT touch screen
Type	VHF/UHF/1.2GHz All Mode Transceiver
Receiver System	Triple conversion superheterodyne
D-STAR	Yes
Antenna Impedance	50 ohms
Power Supply	13.8V DC ±15%
Frequency Range	144-146 MHz, 430-440 MHz, 1240-1300 MHz
Mode	FM, SSB, CW, AM
Antenna Connector	2m/70cm: SO-239, 23cm: Type-N
Dimensions	240 x 94 x 238 mm
Weight	Approx. 4.7 kg
RF Power Output	2m/70cm: 100W, 23cm: 10W
GPS	Yes (Internal)
Sensitivity	0.18 μV (FM)