INSTRUCTION MANUAL

HF/50 MHz ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER

IC-726

learn Inc.

CAUTIONS

(1) Before using the IC-726, read all instructions carefully and completely.

(2) SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL - This instruction manual contains important safety and operating instructions for the IC· 726.

(3) NEVER connect the DC power cable to an AC outlet.

This will ruin the transceiver.

(4) NEVER apply more than 16 V DC to the DC POWER SOCKET on the transceiver rear panel. Check the power source voltage before connecting the power cable.

(5) NEVER allow children to touch the transceiver during operation.

(6) NEVER expose the transceiver to rain, snow or any liquid.

(7) AVOID using or storing the transceiver in temperatures below _10°C (+14°F) or over +60°C (+140°F).

OPERATING CAUTIONS

(1) In any mobile operation, DO NOT operate the transceiver without running the vehicle's engine. The vehicle's battery will quickly run out if the transceiver power is ON while your vehicle's engine is OFF.

(2) In maritime mobile operation, keep interconnection cables as far away as possible from electronic instruments to prevent instrument malfunctions.

(3) BE CAREFUL! If the transceiver is not securely

mounted with bolts and nuts, personal injury or transceiver damage could occur due to braking, wave shock, vibrations, etc.

(4) AVOID using the transceiver in excessively dusty environments.

(5) AVOID placing the transceiver in direct sunlight.

(6) BE CAREFUL! The heatsink may become hot when operating the transceiver continuously for long periods.

(7) Transmitting without an antenna may damage the transceiver.

INTRODUCTION

lcom's new IC·726 HF/50 MHz ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER is designed to meet the increasing demand of today's amateur radio users for transceivers with fewer controls and switches, especially for hands-free mobile operation from H F through 50 MHz bands.

The IC-726 has the following advanced features:

-leom DDS (Direct Digital Synthesizer)

-26 user-programmable memory channels

-3 scan types

-Selectable tuning rate in 10, 20 or 50 Hz steps

-Band stacking register capability

-10 dB preamplifier

-20 dB attenuator

To thoroughly understand the capabilities of your new IC·726, please read this manual carefully before attempting operation. If you have any questions regarding the operation of the IC-726, feel free to contact your nearest authorized lcom Delaer or Service Center.

UNPACKING

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Accessories included with the IC-726: Qty. (f: DC power cable (OPC-025A} . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1

® Hand microphone (HM-12) .

'3' Spare fuse (20 A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... 1J Spare fuse (4 A). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

~ Screws B1 4 x 12 CR (for optional MB·23 installation) . . .. 2 @ Screws CO 3 x 6 (for optional MB-23 installation) . . . . . .. 4

(j) Jumper wire .

TABLE OF CONTENTS

CAUTIONS .......•.................

OPERATING CAUTIONS .

INTRODUCTION ;

UNPACKING .

TABLE OF CONTENTS.............. ii

1. CONTROL FUNCTIONS 1 - 4

1 - 1 FRONT PANEL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1

1 - 2 REAR PANEL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 3

1 - 3 MICROPHONE (HM-12) . . . . . . . . . . .. 3

1 - 4 FUNCTION DISPLAY.......... . .. 4

2. INSTALLATION 5 - 6

2 - 1 UNPACKING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 5

2 - 2 MOUNTING THE TRANSCEIVER. . . .. 5

2 - 3 ANTENNA..................... 5

2 - 4 GROUNDING................... 5

2·5 WIRING THE DC POWER CABLE. . .. 5

2 - 6 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS. . . . . .. 6

3. SYSTEM INTERCONNECTIONS 7 - 12

3-1 POWER SUPPLY CONNECTIONS 7

3·2 LINEAR AMPLIFIER CONNECTIONS.. 8

3 - 3 ANTENNA TUNER CONNECTIONS. .. 9

3 - 4 AH·3 OPERATING PROCEDURES. . .. 10 3 - 5 AFSK TERMINAL UNIT

CONNECTION 10

3 - 6 MIC CONNECTOR INFORMATION. . .. 10

3 - 7 ACC SOCKET INFORMATION _ .... _. 11

3 - 8 REMOTE JACK (CI-V)

INFORMATION 12

4. PRE·OPERATION 13 - 16

4 - 1 INITIAL SETTINGS_ . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 13

4 - 2 FREQUENCY SELECTION __ 13

4·3 VFO A AND VFO B SELECTION 14

4 - 4 RECEIVER CONTROLS

AND SWITCHES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 15 4 - 5 TRANSMITTER CONTROLS

AND SWITCH 16

5. BASIC OPERATION 17 - 21

5 - 1 SSB OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 17 5 - 2 CW OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 18

5-3 AM OPERATION 19

5 - 4 FM OPERATION 20

5-5 RIT/L'>.fFUNCTION 21

5 - 6 SPLIT OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 21

6. MEMORY CHANNEL OPERATION .... 22

6 - 1 VFO AND MEMORY MODE

SELECTION 22

6 - 2 MEMORY CHANNEL SELECTION 22

6 - 3 MEMORY WRITING . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 22

6-4 FREQUENCY TRANSFERRING

[M ~ VFO] 22

7. SCANNING OPERATION 23

7 - 1 SCAN TYPES 23

7 - 2 PROGRAMMED SCAN. . . . . . . . . . . .. 23 7 - 3 MEMORY SCAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 23

7 - 4 SELECTED MODE MEMORY SCAN 23

7 - 5 SUPPLEMENTAL SCAN SETTINGS 23

8. MAINTENANCE AND

ADJUSTMENT 24'"" 28

8 - 1 DISASSEMBLING THE

TRANSCEIVER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 24

8·2 FUSE REPLACEMENT 25

8·3 CPU RESETTING 25

8-4 CPU BACKUP BATTERY 25

8 - 5 CLEANING 25

8 - 6 TROUBLESHOOTING.............. 26

8-7 ADJUSTMENTS 27

9. INSTALLATION OF OPTIONS .... 29'"" 30

9 - 1 UT-30 PROGRAMMABLE TONE

ENCODER UNIT 29

9-2 CW NARROW FILTERS 29

9 - 3 MB-23 CARRYING HANDLE 29

9-4 CR-64 HIGH-STABILITY CRYSTAL

UNIT 30

10. INSIDE VIEWS 31 '"" 32

10 - 1 MAIN UNIT 31

10 - 2 PLL UNIT ' 32

11. BLOCK DIAGRAM 33

12. SPECIFICATIONS 34

13. OPTIONS 35 - 36

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM SEPARATE

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MIC -®- RF PWR

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CD RECEIVE INDICATOR

Indicates that the squelch is open.

® TRANSMIT/ALC INDICATOR (p.16) Lights when the transceiver is transmitting.

@METER

Shows the strength of a received signal and relative output power while transmitting.

® VFO SWITCH [VFO] (pgs. 14, 22)

Selects VFO A or VFO B for tuning purposes.

@ SPLIT SWITCH [SPLIT] (p.21) Selects split operation.

® MEMORY CHANNEL UP/DOWN SWITCHES [UP] [DOWN] (p. 22)

Changes memory channels.

rJ) MEMORY WRITE SWITCH [MW] (p.22)

Stores the displayed frequency and mode into the displayed memory channel.

® MEMORY READ SWITCH [MEMO] (p. 22) Selects MEMORY CHANNEL mode.

® RIT SWITCH [RIT) (pgs. 15,21) Turns ON and OFF the RIT circuit.

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@ RIT CONTROL (pgs. 15, 21)

Shifts the receive frequency when the R IT function is ON.

(jJ) FUNCTION SWITCH [FUNC]

Activates the secondary switch functions.

SWITCH FUNCTION
[FUNC) + [VFO) Activates programmed scan. Ip. 23)
[FUNC) + [SPLIT) Equalizes the frequency and mode
of operation of the two VFOs.
[FUNC) + [MEMO) Activates memory scan. (p. 23)
[FUNC) + [MW) Activates the frequency transfer
function. (p. 22)
[FUNC) + [RIT) Adds the RIT shift frequency to the
displayed frequency. (p. 21)
Bypasses the AH-3 HF AUTO-
[FUNC] + [TUNER) MATIC ANTENNA TUNER
[optional], (p. 10)
[FUNC) + [kj-lz ] Changes the tuning step. (p. 14)
[FUNC) + [BAND] Turns ON and OFF the 10 Hz digit
on the frequency display. lp, 14)
[FUNC) +[ LOCK) Activates the mode selected me-
+[MEMO) mary scan. (p. 23)
[FUNC) +[AM/FM) Turns ON and OFF the auto tuning
step function. (p. 14) @ ANTENNA TUNER SWITCH [TUNER] (p.10) Tunes the AH·3 AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER (optional).

CONTROL FUNCTIONS 1

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(i]l BAND SWITCH [BAND] (p. 13)

Allows the MAIN DIAL to select bands only.

@ NOISE BLANKER SWITCH [NB] (p.15) Activates the noise blanker circuit.

Deactivates the MAIN DIAL and transmits a subaudible

® MIC CONNECTOR [MIC] (p. 10)

Accepts Icom hand or desk microphones. Refer to Section 13 OPTIONS.

(j] DIAL LOCK SWITCH [LOCK]

tone signal in F M mode.

@ MHz TUNING RATE SWITCH [MHz] (po 14) Sets the tuning steps at 1 MHz.

@ RF POWER CONTROL [RF PWR] (p.16) Adjusts RF output power.

@ kHz TUNING RATE SWITCH [kl-lz] (p.14) Sets the tuning rate for 1 kHz steps.

® MIC GAIN CONTROL [MIC] (po 16) Adjusts microphone input gain.

@MAIN DIAL

Changes the displayed frequency.

® SQUELCH CONTROL [SOLI (p. 15) Adjusts the squelch threshold level.

@ BRAKE ADJUSTMENT SCREW (p. 27) Adjusts MAIN DIAL tension.

@ AF GAIN CONTROL [AF] (p. 15) Adjusts audio output level.

(j]) MODE SWITCHES (pgs. 17 ~ 20) Selects the desired operating mode.

@ HEADPHONES JACK [PHONE]

Accepts a standard 1/4 inch plug from 4 ~ 16 n mono or stereo headphones.

® AGC SWITCH [AGC] (p, 15)

Changes the time constant of the AGe circuit.

® TRANSMIT/RECEIVE SWITCH [TRANSMIT] Selects transmit or receive.

@ PREAMP SWITCH [PRE] (p.15)

Activates the built-in 10 dB gain RF preamplifier.

® POWER SWITCH [POWER] Turns the power ON and OFF.

® ATTENUATOR SWITCH [A TTl (p, 15) Activates the 20 dB attenuator.

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1 CONTROL FUNCTIONS

1-2 REAR PANEL

HF

50 MHz

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@ ANTENNA CONNECTORS (pgs. 5,6)

Connect a 50 n antenna with a PL·259 plug to each connector.

® CI-V REMOTE CONTROL JACK (p.12)

Designed for use with a personal computer for remote operation of transceiver functions.

@ DC POWER SOCKET (p.7)

Accepts 13.8 V DC using the supplied DC cable.

@ TUNER CONTROL SOCKET (p.9)

Accepts the optional AH-3 HF AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER control cable.

® SEND CONTROL JACK (p.B) Goes to ground when transmitting.

® ALC INPUT JACK (p. 8)

Connects to the ALC output jack of a non-Icorn linear amplifier.

1-3 MICROPHONE (HM-12)

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@ ACCESSORY SOCKETS (p. 11)

Input and output connections for external equipment.

@ CW KEY JACK (pgs. 6, 18)

Accepts a straight key or electronic keyer with a standard 1/4 inch 3-conductor plug.

@ CW BREAK-IN DELAY CONTROL (p.18)

Adjusts the transmit-to-receive switching delay time for CW semi break-in operation.

@ CW SEMI BREAK-IN SWITCH (p. 18)

Turns ON and OFF the CW semi break-in operation.

@ EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK (p.6) Connect a 4 ~ 16 n speaker here, if required.

@ GROUND TERMINAL (pgs. 5, 6)

To prevent electrical shocks, TVI, BCI and other problems, connect this terminal to ground.

@ UP/DOWN SWITCHES

Changes the operating frequency or memory channel. Push and hold either of these switches to change the frequency or memory channel continuously.

@ PTT SWITCH Push to transmit.

@ UP/DOWN ON/OFF SWITCH

Prevents accidental changes of the [UP) and [DN) switches.

CONTROL FUNCTIONS 1

1-4 FUNCTION DISPLAY

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@ SCAN INDICATOR "SCAN" (p.23) Lights when scan is operating.

@J VFO INDICATORS "VFO A" "VFO 8" (p. 14) Indicate a VFO mode.

@ MODE INDICATORS Indicates the operating mode.

@ FREQUENCY DISPLAY Displays the operating frequency.

@ RIT INDICATORS "RIT" (p.21)

Lights when the R IT function is turned ON.

® THROUGH INDICATOR "THRU" (p.10)

Lights when the AH-3 HF AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER (optional) is bypassed.

® FUNCTION INDICATOR "FUNC" Lights when the [FUNC] switch is pushed.

® TUNING INDICATOR "TUNE" (p.l0)

Lights when the AH-3 HF AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER (optional) is being tuned.

® MEMORY INDICATOR "MEMO" (p.22) Lights when MEMORY mode is selected.

® MEMORY CHANNEL INDICATOR (p.22) Shows memory channel numbers.

® TUNING DIGIT INDICATORS <«: (pgs. 13, 14) Points to the lowest digit changed when the MAl N DIAL is rotated.

® SPLIT INDICATOR "SPLIT" (p.21) Lights when split operation is being used.

2 INSTALLATION

2-1 UNPACKING

After unpacking, immediately describe any damage to the delivering carrier or dealer. Keep the shipping cartons. For a description and a diagram of accessory equipment included with the IC-726, see UNPACKING on the inside front cover.

2-2 MOUNTING THE TRANSCEIVER

Select a location for the transceiver that allows adequate air circulation and access to the front and rear panels. Do not place in areas subject to extreme heat, cold, or vibrations, or near TV sets, radios and electro-magnetic sources.

For mobile installations, an optional IC-MB5 MOB I LE MOUNTING BRACKET is available. Select a location which can support the weight of the transceiver and does not interfere with the operation of the vehicle.

• ADJUST AB LE ANG LES

The stand on the bottom of the IC-726 gives the transceiver two selectable angles.

2-3 ANTENNA

Select an antenna, such as a well-matched 50 n antenna and feedline. The transmission line should be a coaxial cable. VSWR should be less than 1.5: 1.

CAUTION: Protect your transceiver from lightning by using a lightning arrestor.

2-4 GROUNDING

To prevent electrical shocks, TVI, BCI and other problems, ground the transceiver through the GROUND terminal on the rear panel.

For best results, connect a heavy gauge wire or strap to a long earth-sunk copper rod. Make the distance between the GROUND terminal and ground as short as possible.

2-5 WIRING THE DC POWER CABLE

Insert a rubber grommet to the DC power cable to prevent shorting.

ePL-259 CONNECTOR INSTALLATION

Solder

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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1) Slide the coupling ring over the coaxial cable.

2) Strip the cable as shown in the diagram, and soft solder the center conductor.

3) Slide the connector body onto the cable and solder.

4) Screw the coupling ring onto the connector body.

2-6 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

ANTENNA CONNECTOR

• Dipole antenna (FOR HF BAND)

• Vagi beam antenna

GROUND TERMINAL The transceiver MUST be grounded through this terminal.

SP-7 EXTERNAL SPEAKER

Height and design are matched

with the

IC-726.

INSTALLATION 2

CI-V REMOTE CONTROL JACK

Transceive function connection Computer control connection

with another Icom HF transceiver through a CT-17 CI-V LEVEL

or receiver. CONVERTER Iopnonat) .

ANTENNA CONNECTOR (FOR 50 MHz BAND)

KEY JACK

Straight key or external electronic keyer connection.

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2-conductor phone plug can also be used.

PS-55 AC POWER SUPPLY

See p, 7 for connections.

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ACC SOCKETS See-p. 11

ALC/SEND JACKS See p, 8

AH-3 HF AUTOMATIC ANTENNA

TUNER ~

See pgs. 9 and 10 for details.

AH-2b ANTENNA ELEMENT KIT (so Id separately)

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SYSTEM INTERCONNECTIONS

3-1 POWER SUPPLY CONNECTIONS

CAUTION: Before connecting the DC power cable, check the following important items. Make sure:

• The [POWER] switch is OFF.

• Output voltage of the power source is 12 ~ 15 V when you want to use a nonIcom power supply.

• DC power cable polarity is correct. red -+ positive (+) terminal black -+ negative (-) terminal

Use the PS-55 AC POWER SUPPLY (sold separately) when operating the IC-726 with AC power. Refer to the diagram below.

The [POWER] switch on the IC-726 front panel synchronizes the PS-55 with the IC-726.

.CONNECTING THE PS-55

IG-726

PS-55

DC POWER SOCKET

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The [POWER) switch synchronizes the PS-55 AC POWER SUPPL Y with the- IC-726 .

• CONNECTING A NON-ICOM AC POWER SUPPLY

AC POWER SUPPLY 13.8 V 20 A

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.CONNECTING A VEHICLE BATTERY

NOTE; Use terminals for the cable connections.

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12V BATTERY

3-2 LINEAR AMPLIFIER CONNECTIONS

To connect the IC-2KL LINEAR AMPLIFIER or a linear amplifier not made by Icom, refer to the diagram below.

The optional IC-2KL HF LINEAR AMPLIFIER may be easily connected to the IC·726. OPC-118 (sold separately) is necessary .

SYSTEM INTERCONNECTIONS 3

When connecting the transceiver to a non-loom linear amplifier, connect the cables as shown in the diagram below. The specification for the keying relay is DC 16 V, 2 A maximum.

If the linear amplifier requires greater voltage than the above value, a large relay must be installed between the amplifier and the transceiver.

• CONNECTING THE IC-2KL

ACC CABLE (Supplied with 1C-2KL)

To H F ANTENNA r;:=======::;,\

COAXIAL CABLE (Supplied with IC-2KL)

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To IC·2KLPS

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(Sold separately)

.CONNECTING A NON-I COM LINEAR AMPLIFIER

To ANTENNA

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RF INPUT 0

3 SYSTEM INTERCONNECTIONS

3-3 ANTENNA TUNER CONNECTIONS

It is recommended that an Icom antenna tuner be used between the IC-726 and the antenna system for maximum transceiver performance.

Refer to the instruction manuals of each antenna tuner below for more detailed connecting and operating information.

When connecting the IC-726 to the IC-AT500 or IC·AT100, the optional OPC-118 INTERFACE CABLE is necessary .

• CONNECTING THE IC-AT500

To HF ANTENNA

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3-4 AH-3 OPERATING PROCEDURES

The AH-3 HF AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER is designed for use with the IC-726. By pushing the [TUN E R] switch on the IC-726 front panel, the AH-3 tunes at 50 n on 1.8 MHz ~ 30 MHz with a length of 12 m (40 ft ) wire.

The AH-2a HF AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER can be used with the IC-726 without the supplied CONTROLLER UNIT.

Following are the simple operation procedures for using the AH-3 HF AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER:

1) Connect cables from the AH-3 and antenna wire as shown in the diagram on p. 9.

2) Turn transceiver power ON.

3-5 AFSK TERMINAL UNIT CONNECTION

When operating an AFSK such as RTTY, AMTOR or packet, connect external equipment to the ACC(1) SOCKET on the rear panel or MIC CONNECTOR on the front panel as in the following diagram below .

SYSTEM INTERCONNECTIONS 3

3) Select the desired band and frequency.

4) Push the [TUNER] switch.

• "TUNE" flashes on the FUNCTION DISPLAY.

• The AH-3 automatically tunes at 50 n.

5) "TUNE" steadily appears when the AH-3 tunes at 50 n_

6) "TH RU" appears when the AH-3 cannot tune at 50 n.

• When "TH RU" appears, the AH-3 is bypassed and the antenna wire is connected to the antenna connector on the IC-726 directly.

7) When you want to bypass the AH-3 manually, push the [FUNC] switch then push the [TUNER] switch.

• 'THRU" appears on the FUNCTION DISPLAY.

See p. 11 for ACC(1) and MIC CONNECTOR pin information.

• Using the ACC(l) SOCKET

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3-6 MIC CONNECTOR INFORMATION

(Front panel view)

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PIN NO. FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
2 +8 V DC output Max. 10 mA
Frequency up I Ground
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Frequency down Ground through 470 n
Squelch open "LOW" level
4 ----------------- ------------------
Squelch closed "HIGH" level CAUTION: DO NOT short pin 2 to ground as this can damage the internal 8 V regulator.

3 SYSTEM INTERCONNECTIONS

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MICROPHONE

MICROPHONE CABLE

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3-7 ACC SOCKET INFORMATION (1) ACC(l) SOCKET

PIN NO. PIN NAME DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS
1 NC No connection. _. - --
2 GND Connects to ground. Connected in parallel with ACC(2) pin 2.
Input/output pin. Ground level : -0.5~ 0.8 V
3 SEND Goes to ground when transmitting. I nput current less than 20 mA
When grounded, transmits. Connected in parallel with ACC(2) pin 3.
4 MOD Modulator input. Input impedance 10 kU
Connects toa modulator. Input level : Approx. 100 mV rms
5 AF AF detector output. Output impedance 4.7 kU
Fixed, regardless of [AF] position. Output level 100 ~ 300 mV rms
6 SOLS Squelch output. SOL open Less than 0.3 V /5 mA
Goes to ground when squelch opens. SOL closed More than 6.0 V /100 J..LA
7 13.8 V 13.8 V output when power is ON. Output current Max. 1 A
Connected in parallel with ACC(2) pin 7.
Control voltage -4~OV
8 ALC ALC voltage input. Input impedance More than 10 kU
Connected in parallel with ACC(2) pin 5. (2) ACC(2) SOCKET

PIN NO. PIN NAME DESCRIPTION SPECI FICATIONS
1 8V Regulated 8 V output. Output voltage 8 V ± 0.3 V
Output current Less than 10 mA
2 GND Same as ACC(l ) pin 2.
3 SEND Same as ACC(l ) pin 3.
4 BAND Band voltage output. Output voltage O~ 8.0 V
(Varies with amateur band)
5 ALC Same as ACC(l) pin 8.
6 NC No connection. - - - --
7 13.8 V Same as ACC(l) pin 7. 11

3-8 REMOTE JACK (CI-V) INFORMATION

The IC-726 can be connected through a CT-17 CI-V LEVEL CONVERTER (optional) to a personal computer equipped with an RS-232C port. leom Communication Interface - V (CI-V) controls frequency, mode, memory channels, etc.

.CT·17 CONNECTION

Up to four Icom CI-V transceivers can be connected to a personal computer equipped with an RS·232C port.

(1) CI·V CONDITION

Transmitters and receivers using the Icom CI·V System exchange serial information in the packet format. The contents of a data packet can be changed by diodes D2 ~ D4, D57 - D63 and D64 on the MAIN UNIT. See diagram at right below for the location of these diodes .

• Baud rate

Baud rate is the data transfer rate. The standard Icom CI-V baud rate is 1200 bps.

BAUD RATE DIODE
(bps) D2 D3
9600 Insert diode - - - --
1200 - - - - - Insert diode
300 Insert diode Insert diode 0: Default

• Frequency data

When connecting the transceiver with the IC-735, change the value to 4 bytes.

FREQUENCY DATA DIODE (04)
4 bytes No diode (Cut D4)
5 bytes Insert diode 0: Default

SYSTEM INTERCONNECTIONS 3

.Address

You can set an independent address for your IC-726. The IC-726 has the address of 30H (48) as a default value.

Figures marked with an Hare hexidecimals and bracketed figures ( ) are decimals.

DIODE
D57 058 D59 D60 061 D62 D63
(1 ) (2) (4) (8) (16) (32) (64)
Insert Insert
- -- -- - - - - - - - diode diode - -- D: Default 28H (40)

.Transceive

Transceive operation is possible using the IC-726 with another transceiver such as the IC-781. Either transceiver can be used as the transmitter or receiver.

TRANSCEIVE DIODE (D64)
ON Insert diode
OFF No diode (Cut D64) D: Default

(2) DIODE LOCATION

Diodes are located on the PLL UNIT as shown in the diagram below.

See p. 24 for transceiver disassembly information.

.Magnification of the diode location

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Front panel side

4 PRE-OPERATION

4-1 INITIAL SETTINGS

NOTE: Follow all instructions in Section 3 before operating the transceiver.

Turn the [POWER] switch OFF before connecting the DC power cable to the DC power socket on the rear panel.

Set switches and controls as shown in the table below.

SWITCH POSITION SWITCH POSITION
POWER OUT LOCK OUT
TRANSMIT OUT AF CCW
NB OUT SQL CCW
ATT OUT MIC CENTER
PRE OUT RF PWR CW
AGC OUT -- -- CW: Clockwise

CCW: Counterclockwise

4-2 FREQUENCY SELECTION (1) BAND SELECTION

The IC-726 covers all amateur bands from 1.9 MHz ~ 50 MHz for transmitting and has receive capability from 500 kHz ~ 54 MHz. The IC-726 has a convenient band stacking register function (see below).

1) Push the [BAND] switch.

• Two " ..... " appear above the digits that can be changed.

Two "~"s appear.
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- 2) Rotate the MAIN DIAL to select the desired amateur band .

• To select the desired operating frequency, see (2) OPERATING FREQUENCY SELECTION on the next page .

• Band changes occur as shown in the following diagram.

,....- ~ These digits change.

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3) Push the [BAND] switch again to cancel the [BAND] switch function.

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(2) OPERATING FREQUENCY SELECTION

1) To select the desired operating band, see (1) BAND SELECTION on the previous page.

2) Rotate the MAl N D IA L to set the desired operating frequency.

• Faster MAIN DIAL rotation automatically shifts the tuning increment by 10 kHz steps.

3} To change the frequency quickly, see Section (3) below .

4} To change the minimum frequency step, see Section (4) below.

Tech Talk from learn

Q. What is the function of the band stacking register?

A. The band stacking register stores operating frequencies in VFO modes, switches bands, and returns the transceiver to stored frequencies.

This is especially convenient when switching bands during contests and for quick monitoring of propagation conditions on other bands.

.BAND STACKING REGISTER EXAMPLE

Each band stores the last used frequency and mode.

BAND

The displayed frequency is kept until new information is input.

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(21 MHz band)

(28 MHz band)

(3) QUICKLY CHANGING THE FREQUENCY

• To change the frequency in 1 kHz steps, push the [kHz] switch and"..._" appears above the kHz digit. Each push of the [kl-iz] switch alternately turns ON and OFF '!.,;'.

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• To change the frequency in 1 kHz steps, push the [MHz] and "..._" appears above the MHz digit.

r-----l~ "~.' appears.

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This digit and the above digit change.

(4) CHANGING THE MINIMUM FREQUENCY STEP

The IC·726 is set at 10 Hz steps in SSB and CW modes, and is set at 1 kHz steps in AM and FM modes as default. However, the frequency steps can be changed to 10Hz, 20 Hz or 50 Hz as follows:

1) Push the [FUNC] switch.

2) Push and hold the [kHz] switch, then rotate the MAIN DIAL.

.The FUNCTION DISPLAY shows frequency steps for 10Hz, 20 Hz and 50 Hz sequentially.

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3) Select the desired frequency step then release the [kl-lz] switch.

PRE-OPERATION 4

(5) AUTO TUN ING STEP FUNCTION

The tuning steps in AM and FM modes are set at 1 kHz as a default value at the factory. The tuning steps are automatically selected for tuning purposes when AM or FM is selected as the IC-726 has an auto tuning step function. The function can be turned OFF as follows when desired:

1) To turn OFF the function, push the [FUNC] switch, then push the [AM/FM] switch.

2) To turn ON the function again, repeat the procedure in item 1 above .

(6) TURNING ON AND OFF THE 10 Hz DIGIT

The 10 Hz digit can be turned ON and OFF. The frequency changes in the set frequency step even if the digit is turned OFF.

1) Push the [FUNC] switch.

2) Push the [BAND) switch .

• The 10 Hz digit disappears.

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3) Push the [FUNC] switch then push the [BAND] switch to turn ON the 10 Hz digit .

• The 10 Hz digit appears again.

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4-3 VFO A AND VFO B SELECTION

The IC·726 contains two VFOs which both receive and transmit. The VFOs are called VFO A and VFO B. This dual V FO system provides tremendous operating flexibility.

Push the [VFO] switch to select VFO A or VFO B.

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4 PRE-OPERATION

4-4 RECEIVER CONTROLS AND SWITCHES

Adjust the following controls and switches on the front panel for optimum reception.

SQUELCH CONTROL RIT CONTROL
Mutes the speaker. Signals and noises that are stronger Used for fine tuning stations which call off frequency
than the squelch threshold level open the squelch and or for compensating for frequency drift.
audio is emitted from the speaker.
Shifts the receive frequency up to ±1 kHz from the
AF GAIN CONTROL displayed frequency without shifting the transmit
Varies the audi.o output level frequency.
from the speaker. Clockwise
rotation increases the volume.
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CW/N SWITCH
I- By installing an optional CW narrow filter. The transceiver
has better receive selectivity in CW mode.

AGC SWITCH
Out position: AGCsiow
Normally used when operating in SSB or AM mode.
In position: AGC fast
Normally used when operating in CW mode.
Note that the AGe switch does not function in FM mode.

PREAMP SWITCH
Used when receiving weak signals. Push [PREAMP] to the
IN position to improve the SIN ratio and sensitivity.
Especially useful during OX operation.

ATTENUATOR SWITCH
Used when the received sound from the speaker is distorted
by very strong signals. Push [ATT] to the IN position to
activate the 20 dB attenuator.

NOISE BLANKER SWITCH
Reduces pulse-type noise such as that generated by auto-
mobile ignition systems.
Note that the noise blanker function does not function in
AM and FM modes and may not work well when strong
signals are on nearby frequencies or when noise is con-
tinuous rather than pulse-type. 15

4-5 TRANSMITTER CONTROLS AND SWITCH

TRANSMIT/ALC INDICATOR

Lights up when transmitting. Lighting intensity depends on the mic gain and your voice level. See MIC GAIN control information below.

TRANSMIT

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PRE-OPERATION 4

SPLIT SWITCH

For transmitting on one frequency and receiving on another. See detailed information on p. 21.

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Varies the RF output power from 10 W to maximum. Adjust this control for the desired output ·power level. Maximum output power

.SSB : (HF) 100 W PEP, (50 MHz) 10 W PEP

.CW, FM : (HF) 100 W, (50 MHz) 10 W

.AM : (HF) 40 W, (50 MHz) 4 W

Tech Talk from Icom

Q: What is ALC?

A: ALC means Automatic Level Control.

The ALC

circuit limits output power by controlling the input level of the RF power amplifier.

The RF power amplifier is designed as a linear amplifier to amplify an input signal proportionally. The linear amplifier functions in the linear area of

MIC GAIN

Used for adjusting the mic gain. Adjust this control to the point where the ALC indicator lights up at its brightest level while speaking into the mic using your normal voice level. See ALC INDICATOR information above.

the signal. However, if the input signal level exceeds the limit of linearity, the linear amplifier outputs distorted signals because the signal is amplified in a non-linear area of the signal.

To prevent transmitting distorted signals, the ALC circuit detects a signal and applies it to a driver amplifier as feedback to reduce driver output power.

Therefore, the input signal level to the RF power amplifier is reduced and the transceiver transmits clear signals.

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BASIC OPERATION

5·1 SSB OPERATION

[ATT] [SSB) [SPLIT)
OUT position Push [SSB] OFF
(p.15) (pgs. 16,21)
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OUT position OUT position Activates only
when the AH-3 is
(p. 15) (p. 15) connected. (p. 10) (1) SSB RECEIVING

(2) SSB TRANSMITTING

1) Set controls and switches as descri bed on p. 13.

2) Push [POWER) IN to activate the transceiver.

NOTE: Listen before you transmit to prevent interference.

3) Select the desired operating band. (See p. 13)

4) Push [SSB] .

• USB is automatically selected on bands above 7 MHz.

LSB is automatically selected on bands below 10 MHz.

• Push [SSB] again to select the opposite side of the side band.

1) Push the PTT switch on the microphone or push [TRANSMIT] IN to transmit.

2) Speak naturally into the microphone .

• When you transmit a signal, the meter needle moves.

5) Adjust [AF) as desired. (See p. 15)

3) Adjust [R F POWE R) to the desired output power. (Seep. 16)

6) Adjust [SOL], if needed. (See p. 15)

4) Adjust [MIC), if needed. (See p. 16)

7) Rotate the MAIN DIAL to receive a signal.

5) Release the PTT switch to return to receiving.

8) Use the controls and switches described on p. 15 for better receiving.

17

BASIC OPERATION 5

5·2 CW OPERATION

[ATT] [CW/N] [SPLIT]
OUT position Push [CW/N] OFF
(p, 15) (pgs. 16,21)
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OUT position IN position Activates only
when the AH-3 is
(p.15) (p, 15) connected. (p. 10) (1) CW RECEIVING

(2) CW TRANSMITTING

1) Set controls and switches as described on p. 13.

Plug a straight key or electric keyer into the [KEY] jack on the rear panel.

2) Push [POWER] IN to activate the transceiver.

3) Select the desired operating band. (See p. 13)

NOTE; Listen before you transmit to prevent interference.

4) Push [CW] .

• Push [CW] again to select the CW narrow mode.

Operating in CW narrow mode requires an optional CW narrow filter. (See p. 36)

.NORMAL CW OPERATION

5) Adjust [AF] as desired. (See p. 15)

1) Make sure the [BK IN] switch on the rear panel is in the OUT position.

6) Adjust [SOL] r if needed. (See p, 15)

2) Push IN [TRANSMIT] to transmit.

7) Push [AGC] I N to select the AGC fast condition. (See p. 15)

3) Operate the CW key.

4) Adjust [RF POWER] to the desired output power level.

8) Rotate the MAIN DIAL to receive a signal.

5) Push OUT [TRANSMIT] to return to receive.

g) Use the controls and switches described on p. 15 for better receiving.

.CW BREAK-IN OPERATION

1) Push IN the [BK IN] switch on the rear panel.

2) Operate the CW key.

3) Adjust [DELAY] control on the rear panel.

• Clockwise rotation increases the transmit release delay time.

4) Adjust [RF POWER] to the desired output power level.

5) Transmit/receive switching is automatic.

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5 BASIC OPERATION

5-3 AM OPERATION

[ATT] [AM/FM] [SPLIT]
OUT position Push [AM/FM] OFF
(p.15) (pgs. 16, 21)
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OUT position bl::J /,[ ~ (pgs. 15, 21)

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OUT position OUT position Activates only
(p.15) (p.15) when the AH-3 is
connected. (p. 10) (1) AM RECEIVING

(2) AM TRANSMITTING

1) Set controls and switches as descri bed on p. 13.

ference.

2) Push [POWER] IN to activate the transceiver.

NOTE: Listen before you transmit to prevent inter-

3) Select the desired operating band. (See p. 13)

1) Push the PTT switch on the microphone or push [TRANSMIT] IN to transmit.

4) Push [AM/FM] to select AM mode.

5) Adjust [AF] control as desired. (See p. 15)

2) Speak naturally into the microphone.

• When you transmit a signal, the meter needle indicates a point and moves slightly according to your voice level.

6) Adjust [SOL], if needed. (See p. 15)

7) Rotate the MAIN DIAL to receive a signal.

3) Adjust [RF POWER] to the desired output power level. .AM output power : (HF) 40 W max.

(50 MHz) 4 W max.

8) Use the controls and switches described on p. 15 for better receiving.

4) Set [MIC] to the center position .

• To increase the microphone gain, rotate [MIC] clockwise.

5) Release the PTT switch to return to receiving.

5·4 FM OPERATION

[ATT] OUT position (p.15)

POWER

II II

BASIC OPERATION 5

[AM/FM] Push [AM/FM]

[SPLIT] OFF (pgs. 16, 21 )

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[NB] OUT position (p.15)

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[PRE] OUT position (p.15)

(1) FM RECEIVING

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[RIT] OFF (pgs. 15, 21)

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[TUNER] Activates only when the AH·3 is connected. (p. 10)

[AGC] OUT position (p.15)

(2) FM TRANSMITTING

1) Set controls and switches as described on p. 13.

NOTE: Listen before you transmit to prevent interference.

2) Push [POWER] IN to activate the transceiver.

4) Push [AM/FM] to select FM mode.

3) Select the desired operating band. (See p. 13)

1) Push the PTT switch on the microphone .or push [TRANSMIT] IN to transmit.

5) Adjust [AF] as desired. (See p. 15)

6) Adjust [SOL] r if needed. (See p. 15)

7) Rotate the MAIN DIAL to receive a signal.

2) Speak naturally into the microphone.

.When you transmit a signal, the meter needle indicates a point and moves slightly according to your voice level.

3) Adjust [RF POWER] to the desired output power level.

8) Use the controls and switches described on p. 15 for better reception.

4) Set [MIC] to the center position.

• To increase the mic gain, rotate [M IC] clockwise.

5) Release the PTT switch to return to receiving .

• SUBAUDIBLE TONE TRANSMITTING

A subaudible tone is often required to access HF FM repeaters. See p. 29 when installing the UT-30 PROGRAM· MABLE TONE ENCODER UNIT.

1) Push the PTT switch on the microphone or push [TRANSMIT] IN to transmit.

2) Push [LOCK] I N to transmit tone signals.

3) Push [LOCK] OUT to stop transmitting tone signals.

5 BASIC OPERATION

5-5 RIT/L,f FUNCTION

By using the RIT function, it is possible to shift the receive frequency up to ±1 kHz on 10 Hz steps without moving the transmit frequency. This is useful for fine tuning stations which transmit using off frequency or for compensating for frequency drift.

The IC-726 has an added feature: the RIT shift frequency can be added to the displayed frequency.

1) Push the [RIT] switch to activate the RIT function. • "RIT" appears on the FUNCTION DISPLAY.

2) Rotate the RIT control.

• Clockwise rotation

• Counterclockwise rotation

I ncreases frequency Decreases frequency

3) To add the RIT shift frequency to the displayed frequency, push the [FUNC] switch then push the [RIT] switch.

• The displayed frequency changes.

• "R I T" disappears.

4) To clear the R IT shift frequency, push the [R IT] switch. • "RIT" disappears.

5-6 SPLIT OPERATION

Split operation allows you to transmit and receive on two different frequencies.

The IC-726 provides split operation using either of the following two methods:

(1) Using the contents of VFO A and VFO B in VFO mode.

(2) Using memory channel 23 or 24 in MEMORY mode.

(1) USING VFO A AND B MODES

Split operation is possible using the contents of VFO A and VFO B in VFO mode.

Following is an example for 21.2500 MHz / USB for recelving and 21.3600 MHz / USB for transmitting using split operation.

VFO A

Displayed frequency for receiving

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VFO B Transmit frequency

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1) Set the frequency and mode for 21.2500 MHz and USB in VFO A mode.

2) Set the frequency and mode for 21.3600 MHz and USB in VFO B mode.

3) Push the [VFO] switch to select VFO A mode.

4) Push the [SPLIT] switch.

5) Push either the PTT or [TRANSMIT] switch to transmit.

• You are transmitting on 21.3600 MHz in USB mode and receiving on 21.2500 MHz in USB mode .

6) To change the transmit and receive frequencies in the split operation, push the [VFO] switch to select the VFO B indicated.

(2) USING MEMORY CHANNEL 23 OR 24

Memory channels 23· and 24 can memorize both transmit and receive frequencies. This is useful for selecting the most often used split frequencies .

Followinq is an example for 21.2500 MHz / USB for receiving and 21.3600 MHz / USB for transmitting using split operation.

.How to memorize split frequencies into memory channel 23

1) Select VFO A mode and push the [UP] or [DOWN] switch to select memory channel 23.

2) Push the [SPLIT] switch. • "SPLIT" appears.

3) Set the frequency and mode to 21.2500 MHz and USB and push the [MW] switch to memorize the information.

4) Push the [VFO] switch to select VFO B mode.

5) Set the frequency and mode to 21.3600 MHz and USB, and push the [MW] switch to memorize the information.

.How to operate the split frequencies

1) Push the [MEMO] switch to select MEMORY mode and push the [UP] or [DOWN] switch to select memory channel 23.

2) Push the [SPLIT] SWITCH. • "SPLIT" appears .

3) Push either the PTT or [TRANSMIT] switch to transmit.

• You are transmitting on 21.3600 MHz in USB mode and receiving on 21.2500 M Hz in USB mode.

4) To reverse the transmit and receive frequencies, follow the steps above for memorizing frequencies, reversing the VFOs.

MEMORY CHANNEL OPERATION 6

The IC-726 has 26 memory channels, The memory function is very useful for quickly changing to a desired frequencv,

Memory channels 0 - 26 can be programmed with one frequency and one mode in each memory channel. Memory channels 23 ~ 26 also have the following special memory functions:

MEMORY CHANNEL CAPABILITY
NUMBER
0-22 One frequency and one mode
in each memory channel,
Independent transmit and
23 and 24 receive frequencies and mode
on each channel for split
operation,
One .frequency and one mode
25 and 26 on each memory channel as
scan edges of Programmed Scan. 6-1 VFO AND MEMORY MODE SELECTION

1) Push the [MEMO] switch to select MEMORY mode.

2) Push the [VFO] switch to move to VFO mode.

.VFO MODE

.MEMORY MODE

"VFO A" or "VFO 8" appear.

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6·2 MEMORY CHANNEL SELECTION

1) Push the [MEMO] switch to select MEMORY mode.

2) Push the [UP] or [DOWN] switch on the front panel, or the [UP] or [DN] switch on the microphone to select the desired memory channel.

. NOTE: When the [LOCK] switch is pushed IN, only memory channels with the same operating mode as displayed are selected when the [UP] or [DOWN] switch is pushed.

6-3 MEMORY WRITING

1) Select either VFO or MEMORY mode.

2) Push the [UP] or [DOWN] switch to select the desired memory channel.

3) Set the desired frequency and mode you want to memorize.

4) Push the [MW] switch to memorize the information.

6-4 FREQUENCY TRANSFERRING [M~VFO]

The selected memory contents in a memory channel can be transferred to a VFO mode. This switch operates differently depending on which mode the IC-726 is in.

(1) IN VFO MODE

The frequency and mode stored in the displayed memory channel are transferred to a selected VFO mode.

1) Push the [UP] or [DOWN] switch to select the desired memory channel you want to read.

2) Push the [FUNC] switch then the [MW] switch.

• Memory contents in the displayed memory channel number appear on the FUNCTION DISPLAY.

Operating frequency : 21.26000 MHz/USB

Contents of MEMO 20 : 14.10000 MHz/CW

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(2) IN MEMORY MODE

The displayed frequency and mode are transferred to the VFO used immediately prior to changing to MEMORY mode.

1) Push the [UP] or [DOWN] switch to select the desired memory channel you want to read.

2) Push the [FUNC] switch then the [MW] switch. • The displayed memory contents are transferred,

3) Push the [VFO] switch .

• The selected memory contents are displayed.

MEMO 20 14.10000 MHz/CW

Operating memory channel

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7 SCANNING OPERATION

The IC-726 is equipped with three separate scan functions which provide tremendous scanning versatility at the touch of a few switches.

7 -1 SCAN TYPES

SCAN NAME FUNCTION
PROGRAMMED Repeatedly scans between two user-
programmed scan edges (MEMO 25
SCAN and 26).
MEMORY Repeatedly scans all memory chan-
SCAN nels.
SELECTED Repeatedly scans memory channels
MODE MEMORY with the same selected operating
SCAN mode. 7 -2 PROGRAMMED SCAN

Scan

Scan edge A or B Scan edge B or A

~------~~~------~ Jump

1} Program the high and low frequency edges of the desired scanning range into MEMO 25 and 26.

See p. 22 for programming the memory channels.

• Either channel can have the higher or lower frequency stored.

2) Push the [VFO] switch to select VFO mode.

3) Select LSB, USB, CW, AM or FM mode.

4) Adjust the [SOL] control to the threshold point.

5) Push the [FUNC] switch then push the [VFO] switch.

• The scan begins from the lower limit of the range.

• The scan stops when a receive signal opens the squelch.

• The scan resumes after the signal disappears.

6) Push the [VFO] switch again to stop the scan.

• The following switches and controls also stop the scan: [PTT] [TRANSMIT] [MEMO] [MW] MAIN DIAL

7 -3 MEMORY SCAN

1) Program the desired frequencies into memory channels.

See p. 22 for programming memory channels.

2) Push the [MEMO] switch to select the MEMORY mode.

3) Adjust the [SOL] control to the threshold point.

4) Push the [FUNC] switch then push the [MEMO] switch.

• The scan begins.

• The scan stops when a receive signal opens the squelch.

• The scan resumes after the signal disappears.

5) Push the [MEMO] switch again 1:0 stop the scan.

• The following switches and controls also stop the scan: [PTT] [TRANSMIT] [VFO] [MW] MAIN DIAL

7 -4 SELECTED MODE MEMORY SCAN

Mch 26

Mch 7

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Mch 6

1) Program the desired frequencies into memory channels.

See p. 22 for programming mem ory channels.

2) Push the [MEMO] switch to select MEMORY mode.

3) Adjust the [SOL] control to the threshold point.

4) Select LSB, USB, CW, AM or FM modes.

5) Push the [LOCK] switch IN.

6) Push the [FUNC] switch then push the [MEMO] switch.

• The scan begins.

• The scan stops when a receive signal opens the squelch.

• The scan resumes after the signal disappears.

7) Push the [MEMO] switch again to stop the scan.

• The following switches and controls also stop the scan: [PTT] [TRANSMIT] [VFO] [MW] MAIN DIAL

7 -5 SUPPLEMENTAL SCAN SETTINGS

(1) SCAN SPEED

Scan speed in the IC-726 is set for fast speed at the factory. See p. 28 for converting to a slower- scan speed.

(2) SCAN CLEAR

The scan function can be automatically cleared when the transceiver receives a signal. See p. 28 for setting the transceiver in the scan clear conditi on.

-----=-:=-=-",~AND ADJUSTMENT

---- ~MAINTENANCE

8

DISASSEMBLING THE

8-1 TRANSCEIVER shown here

rocedures t

. disassembly Pea componen .

the transceiver ption or replac

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COVERS

• REMOVING

(Fig. 1)

UNIT SCREWS

• REMOVING PA

(Fig. 2)

FOR OPENING

• PREPARATI~~G1C UNIT UNIT AND

(Fig. 3)

THE PA

THE PA UNIT

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(Fig. 4)

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J11 and J12

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the TUNE )

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remove t e

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8) Unscrew t 0 ;0 the diaqrarn. 4

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the PLL UN, T {Fig. 3) .

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' 31 and 32 or

• See pgs.

24

8 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

8-2 FUSE REPLACEMENT

If the fuse blows or the transceiver stops functioning, find the source of the problem if possible, and replace the damaged fuse with a new, rated fuse.

CAUTION: Disconnect the DC power cable from the DC POWER SOCKET on the rear panel when changing the fuse ..

• DC power cable fuses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 20A

• Circuitry fuse F.G.M.B. 125 V, 4 A

-DC LINE FUSE REPLACEMENT

~

III~III

-CIRCUITRY FUSE REPLACEMENT

The fuse is installed in the PA UN IT. 12 V of DC power are applied to the circuitry in the IC-726 through the DC line fuse and the PA circuit.

See p, 24 before removing the IC-726 covers.

25

8-3 CPU RESETTING

The FREQUENCY DISPLAY may occasionally display erroneous information, e.q., when first applying power. This may be caused externally by static electricity or other factors.

If this problem occurs, turn the [POWER] switch OFF. Wait a few seconds, and then turn ON power again. If the problem continues, perform the following procedure:

NOTE: CPU resetting clears all memory information .

1) Turn the [POWER] switch OFF.

2) Push and hold the [FUNC] and [MW] switches, and push the [POWER] switch IN.

• All information is displayed for a couple seconds then 14.1000 MHz is displayed.

!SCAN! LSBUSBCW-NAMFM Ii!D!FUNC! MEMO TUNE ~~, - -,~, - -, VFO A -,-, L. L. L. L. L. is L. VFO B _, L.

[TIlBill Ll L'. L'L' L'. L' L' SPLlT'_' ,_,

3) Release switches. The CPU is now reset.

8-4 CPU BACKUP BATTERY

The IC-726 has a lithium backup battery for retaining memory information.

The usual life of the backup battery is approximately five years. When the battery is exhausted, the transceiver transmits and receives normally but the transceiver cannot retain memory information.

NOTE: Backup battery replacement should be done by an authorized Icom Dealer or Service Center.

8-5 CLEANING

If the transceiver becomes dusty or dirty, wipe it clean with a dry, soft cloth. Avoid the use of strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol as they may damage the surfaces of the transceiver.

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8

8-6 TROUBLESHOOTING

The following chart is designed to help you correct problems which are not equipment malfunctions.

If you are not able to locate the cause of a problem or solve it through the use of this chart, contact your nearest Icom Service Center or Dealer.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF.
• Power does not come on • Power cable is improperly connected . • Reconnect the power cable securely. p. 7
when the [POWER] switch • Fuse is blown. • Check for the cause, then replace the fuse with p.25
is pushed. (Fuses are installed in two places. One is a spare one.
installed in the DC power cable and the DC power cable
other is installed in the PA unit. See p. 25 PA UNIT
for their locations.)
• Battery is exhausted. • Check the battery voltage with the transceiver p. 7
turned ON.
·No sound comes from the • Volume level is too low. • Rotate the [AF] control clockwise to obtain a p.15
speaker. suitable listening level.
• The squelch is closed. • Rotate the [SOL] control counterclockwise to p.15
open the squelch.
• The transceiver is in transmit mode. • Push the [TRANSMIT] switch to the out p. 2
position to return to receive mode.
• An external speaker or headphones are in • Check the external speaker or headphones plug p. 6
use. connection.
• The transceiver is in CW narrow mode. • Operating CW narrow mode requires either the p. 18
FL-100 or FL-101 (sold separately).
• Sensitivity is low. • The antenna feedline is cut or shorted. • Check the feedline and correct any improper p. 5
conditions.
• A ttenuator circu it is inserted in the R F • Push the [ATT] switch to the out position to p.15
circuit. disconnect the circuit.
• Antenna is not properly tuned when • Push the [TUNE] switch to tune the antenna. p.10
using the AH-3.
• Receive signal is distorted • The noise blanker function is turned ON. • Push the [NB] switch to the out position to p.15
with strong signals. turn OFF the function.
• Output power is low. • Output power is set at low. • Rotate the [RF PWR] control clockwise. p.16
Clockwise rotation increases the power.
• Mic gain is set at low. • Rotate the [MIC] control clockwise. Clock- p.16
wise rotation increases the mic gain.
• The antenna feedline is cut or shorted. • Check the feedline and correct any improper p. 5
conditions.
• Operating mode is set to AM. • The transceiver outputs 40 W maximum in AM. p.19
.No contact possible with • Transmit and receive frequencies are not • Push the [RIT] switch to turn OFF the func- p.15
another station. the same. tion.
• Transmitted signals are • The mic gain is set too high. • Rotate the [MIC] control counterclockwise to p. 16
distorted. reduce the gain.
·The displayed frequency • The dial lock function is activated. • Push the [LOCK] switch to the out position p. 2
does not change properly. to release the function.
• The internal CPU has malfunctioned. • Turn the power OFF. Then turn the power p.25
ON again while pushing the [FUNC] and [MW]
switches .
• Scan does not operate • Both scan edges are set improperly for • Reset scan edges. p. 23
properly. Programmed scan.
.Same frequencies are memorized in all • Program different frequencies into memory p.22
memory channels for Memory scan. channels.
• All programmed memories • The backup battery is empty . • Replace the backup battery. p.25
have been erased.
• All memory channels are .The [LOCK] switch is pushed IN. • Push the [LOCK] switch OUT. p.22
not displayed. 8 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

8-7 ADJUSTMENTS

Your IC-726 has been thoroughly adjusted and checked at the factory before being shipped.

(1) MAIN DIAL BRAKE ADJUSTMENT

All adjustable trimmers and coils should be adjusted by an authorized Icom Dealer or Service Center. Your transceiver warranty does not cover problems caused by unauthorized internal adjustments.

The tension of the MAIN DIAL may be adjusted to suit your operating requirements .

• ADJUSTMENT POSITION

~ ~

1) The brake adjustment screw is located on the left side of the MAIN DIAL.

2) Turn the brake adjustment screw clockwise or counterclockwise to a comfortable tension level while turning the MAIN DIAL continuously and evenly in one direction.

(2) HF BAND PA UNIT IDLING CURRENT

The PA unit operates with a linear amplifier and requires some idling current to flow through the driver and final transistors to obtain bias voltage.

ePA UNIT

e DRIVER TRANSISTORS IDLING CURRENT

Ammeter

1) Preparation:

[POWER] switch ~ OFF

[MIC] control ~ Max. counterclockwise [RF PWR] control ~ Max. counterclockwise

Microphone ~ Disconnect

Ammeter ~ 100 mA range for driver

transistors

500 mA range for final transistors

2) Unsolder points indicated by *1 and *2.

3) Properly connect test leads to points. See diagrams for the driver and final amp. adjustments.

4) Turn transceiver power ON.

5) Push the [SSB] switch to select LSB or USB mode.

6) Push the [TRANSMIT] switch IN to transmit.

7) Adjust R8 to set 50 mA for the driver amp.

Adjust R19 to set 300 mA for the final amp.

8) Turn transceiver power OFF.

9) He-solder the de-soldered points.

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9 INSTALLATION OF OPTIONS

9-1 UT-30 PROGRAMMABLE TONE ENCODER UNIT

The UT-30 has 38 programmable tones available.

1) Remove top and bottom covers.

2) Remove the UI-7 AM·FM UNIT from the MAIN UNIT.

3) Remove the protective paper from the back of the UT-30 to expose the adhesive strip.

4) Install the unit in the location shown on the MAIN UNIT. See the diagram at left.

5) Connect the 3-pin plug on the UT-30 to J2 on the UI-7.

6) Re-connect the UI-7 on the MAIN UNIT.

9-2 CW NARROW FILTERS

The optional FL-l00 and FL-101 CW NARROW FILTERS are available.

FL-100

500 Hz/-6 dB

9-3 MB-23 CARRYING HANDLE

250 Hz/-6dB

FL-101

1) Remove the bottom cover.

2) Insert a filter to the proper position. The location is shown in the diagram at left .

• The filter works regardless of which direction it is inserted in.

3) Replace the cover. See p. 18 for CW operation.

The handle allows you to easily carry and transport the transceiver.

Attach the MB-23 as shown in the diagram.

NOTE:

Supplied screws with the MB-23 CANNOT be used with the IC-726. Please use the screws supplied in the IC-726 unpacking to correctly attach the MB-23.

9-4 CR-64 HIGH-STABILITY CRYSTAL UNIT

INSTALLATION OF OPTIONS 9

By replacing the original crystal unit with this unit, the total frequency stability of the transceiver will be improved.

CR-64 frequency stability: ±0.5 ppm

(_300 C - +600 C, _220 F - +1400 F)

1) Remove covers and the PLL UN IT following the disassembly procedures on p. 24;

2) Remove the crystal unit from the P.C. board (PLL UNIT).

3) Unsolder the 4 positions on the P.C. board where the CR·64 will be installed. Use a de-soldering braid.

4) Install the unit flush with the P.C. board and in the proper direction .

• For correct installation, symbols on the bottom of the CR-64 must be identically matched with svmbois on the P.C. board.

5) Bend the unit leads flush with the foil side of the P.C. board and solder them.

6) Trim the leads even with the solder points.

7) Replace the P.C. board and covers.

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SPECIFICATIONS

12

• GENERAL

• Frequency coverage:

Receive 500 kHz ~ 30 MHz 50 MHz ~ 54 MHz

i
Transmit l~O-m band 1.8 2.0 MHz
80-m band 3.5 4.0 MHz
40-m band 7.0 7.3 MHz
30-m band 10.1 ~ 10.15 MHz
20-m band 14.0 ~ 14.35 MHz
17-m band 18.068 ~ 18.168 MHz
15-m band 21.0 ~ 21.45 MHz
t2-m band 24.89 ~ 24.99 MHz
10-m band 28.0 ~ 29.7 MHz
6-m band 50.0 ~54.0 MHz • Modes:

SSB (A3J), CW (At), AM (A3), FM (F3)

.Number of memory channels: 26

• Antenna impedance: 50 n unbalanced

• Usable temperature range:

_lOoC ..... +60°C (+14°F ..... +140°F)

• Frequency stability:

Less than ±200 Hz up to one hour after power is turned ON.

Less than ±30 Hz after one hour at +25°C (+77°F). Less than ±350 Hz at oDe ..... +50°C (+32°F ~ +122°F).

• Power supply requirement:

13.8 V DC ±15%, negative ground

• Current drain (at 13.S V DC):

Receive squelched

max. audio output

Transmit 20 A

1.3 A 1.6 A

• Dimensions:

241 (W) x 94(H) x 239(D) mm 9.5(W) x 3.7(H) x 9.4(D) in (Projections not included)

.Weight:

4.8 kg (11 Ib)

• TRANSMITTER

• Output power:

SSB, CW, FM AM

(HF) 100 W rnax., (50 MHz) 10 W max. (H F) 40 W rnax., (50 MHz) 4 W max.

• Spurious emissions:

1.8 30 MHz Less than -50 dB

50 54 MHz Less than -60 dB

• Carrier suppression:

More than 40 dB

• Unwanted sideband:

More than 50 dB down with 1 kHz AF input

• Microphone impedance: 600n

• RECEIVER:

• Receive system:

SSB, CW, AM Double-conversion superheterodyne

FM Triple-conversion superheterodyne

.1 ntermediate frequencies:

1st SSB 70.4515 MHz

CW 70.4506 MHz

AM, FM 75.4500 MHz

2nd SSB

CW AM,FM

9.0115 MHz 9.0106 MHz 9.0100 MHz

3rd

FM

455 kHz

.Sensitivity (preamplifier ON): (1.8 ~ 30 MHz)

SSB, CW Less than 0.16 ~V for 10 dB SIN

AM Less than 2.0 ~V for 10 dB SIN

(28- 30 MHz)

FM Less than 0.5 ~V for 12 dB SINAD

(50~ 54 MHz)

SSB, CW Less than 0.13 ~V for 10 dB SIN

AM Less than 2.0 ~V for 10 dB SIN

FM Less than 0.3 ~V for 12 dB SINAD

• FM Squelch sensitivity:

Less than 0.3 ~V (preamplifier ON)

• Selectiv ity:

SSB, CW

More than 2.3 kHz/-6 dB Less than 4.0 kHz/-60 dB More than 6.0 kHz/-6 dB Less than 20.0 kHz/-40 dB More than 15 kHz/-6 dB Less than 30 kHz/ -50 dB

AM

FM

.Spurious response rejection:

More than 70 dB

• Audio output impedance: sn

• Audio output power:

More than 2.6 W at 10% distortion with an 8 n load.

• R IT variable range:

More than ±1.2 kHz

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

13

OPTIONS

IC-4KL HF 1 kW LINEAR AMPLIFIER*

This is an all solid-state 1 kW linear amplifier. The amplifier is separated with the remote controller unit and power amplifier/power supply unit.

IC-PS30 AC POWER SUPPLY

Provides 13.8 V DC output and 25 A maximum. Comes with 3 extra output connectors.

AH-3 HF AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER*

Matches IC-726 to an antenna system, especially for portable operation .

• Input power rating

150W

IC-2KL HF 500 W LINEAR AMPLIFIER*

This is an all solid-state 500 W linear amplifier (including final transistors) .

PS-55 AC POWER SUPPLY

Style and size are matched with the IC-726. Provides 13.8 V DC output and 20 A maximum.

SP-7 EXTERNAL SPEAKER

An external speaker built for base station operation.

IC-AT100/IC-AT500 AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNERS*

Matches IC-726 to an antenna system.

• Matching impedance 16.7 - 150 n

• Input power rating IC·AT100 100 W, IC·AT500 500 W

AT-150 HF AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER*

Style and size are matched with the IC·726.

• Matching impedance 16.7-150n

• Input power rating 100W

SM-S DESK TOP MICROPHONE

UP/DOWN switches included. Can be connected to 2 transceivers.

HP-2 COMMUNICATION HEADPHONES

Provides clean audio and privacy in noisy environments.

CT-16 SATELLITE INTERFACE UNIT

Easy tuning for instant satellite communications.

CR-64 HIGH-STABILITY CRYSTAL UNIT

Contains a temperature-compensating oven heater and crystal unit for improved frequency stability.

• Frequency stability :

0.5 ppm at -30°C - +60°C (- 220 F - + 1400 F)

MB-23 CARRYING HANDLE

- -

• ooi
[!] ~ • ..
• ..,
Jl. A • ooi Carrying handle for easy portable operation.

CT-17 CI-V LEVEL CONVERTER

For remote transceiver control using a personal computer equipped with an RS-232C output port. You can change operating frequencies, memory channels, etc., with your computer keyboard.

IC-MB5 MOBILE MOUNTING BRACKET

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!i! It @ .. Transceiver bracket for mobile operation.

* Products marked with * cannot be used for 50 MHz operation.

OPTIONS 13

UT-30 PROGRAMMABLE TONE ENCODER UNIT

38 programmable tones available.

EX-627 HF AUTOMATIC ANTENNA SELECTOR*

When connected to an Icom H F transceiver and up to 7 antennas, the EX-627 automatically selects the antenna for the band on which you are operating. (Manual selection is also possible.)

9 MHz CW NARROW FILTERS

Have good shape factor and provide you with better CW reception.

• FL-100 500 Hz/-6 dB .FL-101: 250Hz/-6dB

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Copyright" © 1990 by Icom Inc.

Icom Inc.

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