I'd bet it won't be too far below the price of a 7800.
----- Original Message -----
From: "T Behler" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Thursday, May 17, 2007 1:43 PM
Subject: Re: IC-7700 Info
> Steve:
>
> Well we can all dream, can't we?
>
> Wonder if they'll show this at Dayton, and wonder what the asking price
> is,
> not that I can afford it or anything. HI! HI!
>
> 73 from Tom Behler: KB8TYJ
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Steve" <[log in to unmask]>
> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> Sent: Thursday, May 17, 2007 1:21 PM
> Subject: IC-7700 Info
>
>
>> New Icom contesting rig.
>>
>> The new Icom IC-7700
>>
>> The new Icom IC-7700
>>
>> ANNOUNCING THE CONTESTER'S RIG
>>
>> Fig.1: IC-7700 front panel.
>>
>> Fig.1: IC-7700 front panel. Click for larger image. Photo courtesy Icom =
>> Inc.
>>
>> Fig.2: IC-7700 overall view.
>>
>> Fig.2: IC-7700 overall view. Click for larger image. Photo courtesy Icom
>> =
>> Inc.
>>
>> Fig.3: IC-7700 rear panel.
>>
>> Fig.1: IC-7700 front panel. Click for larger image. Photo courtesy Icom =
>> Inc.
>>
>> The new IC-7700 is a self-contained, top-performance HF/6m transceiver =
>> closely related to its "bigger brother", the
>> IC-7800.
>> Its main features are:
>> List of 1 items (contains 11 nested lists)
>> 1. Two independent DSP units (of the same type used in the IC-7800).
>> List of 1 items nesting level 1
>> =95 One DSP is dedicated to the transmitter and receiver, and the other =
>> to the spectrum scope.
>>
>> list end nesting level 1
>>
>> HF/6m transmitter with a MOSFET PA delivering 200W output at full duty =
>> cycle.
>>
>> Quiet, built-in switch-mode mains power supply.
>>
>> Single HF receiver with I/Q second mixer, offering +40dBm 3rd-order =
>> intercept point*.
>> List of 2 items nesting level 1
>> =95 The single receiver should be seen not as a disadvantage, but as a =
>> plus. The single receiver allows no-compromise RX performance at a =
>> reasonable price;
>> BNC sockets on the rear panel, and CI-V, allow easy connection and =
>> synchronization of a second Icom transceiver such as the 756Pro3 as a =
>> secondary receiver.
>> Many prospective IC-7700 buyers already own an IC-756Pro3. Add the =
>> IC-7700 to your existing Pro3 for the perfect contest station; use the =
>> IC-7700 as your
>> main transceiver, and the IC-756Pro3 as a spotting receiver.
>> =95 Upgrade from your IC-765 or IC-775DSP, and get the benefits of a =
>> spectrum scope.
>>
>> list end nesting level 1
>>
>> Built-in automatic tracking RF preselector.
>> List of 1 items nesting level 1
>> =95 The built-in tracking preselector, and relay-switched front end, =
>> offer unrivalled strong-signal HF performance.
>>
>> list end nesting level 1
>>
>> Built-in high-speed automatic antenna tuner.
>> List of 1 items nesting level 1
>> =95 The tuner covers the HF and 6m bands.
>>
>> list end nesting level 1
>> Selectable 15, 6 and 3 kHz roofing filters.
>> List of 1 items nesting level 1
>> =95 As provided in the IC-7800.
>>
>> list end nesting level 1
>>
>> Precision OCXO with =B10.05ppm frequency stability and 10 MHz Reference =
>> I/O jack.
>> List of 1 items nesting level 1
>> =95 The precision OCXO with 10 MHz REF I/O allows the IC-7700 to clock =
>> other equipment, or to be clocked from a higher-level master clock =
>> source.
>>
>> list end nesting level 1
>>
>> 7" color TFT LCD display.
>> List of 2 items nesting level 1
>> =95 The display includes a simulated analogue multi-function meter.
>> =95 Rear-panel VGA socket for external video monitor.
>>
>> list end nesting level 1
>>
>> Multi-function spectrum scope with adjustable resolution bandwidth =
>> (RBW).
>> List of 1 items nesting level 1
>> =95 The adjustable RBW permits spectral analysis of received signals. =
>> IMD products and spurs can be displayed.
>>
>> list end nesting level 1
>>
>> Built-in RTTY/PSK31 modem requiring only a USB keyboard.
>> List of 1 items nesting level 1
>> =95 The built-in RTTY/PSK31 modem allows use of the IC-7700 as a =
>> complete digimode terminal, requiring only a keyboard. This is great for
>> =
>> semi-portable operation
>> (e.g. Field Day) or when shack space is at a premium.
>>
>> list end nesting level 1
>>
>> IF-DSP notch filter with adjustable parameters.
>> List of 1 items nesting level 1
>> =95 The notch filter shape factor is selectable in 3 steps, and its =
>> maximum stopband attenuation is 70 dB.
>>
>> list end nesting level 1
>>
>> Multi-function noise blanker implemented in DSP.
>>
>> Separate, high-performance 6m receiver front end.
>>
>> Digital voice recorder.
>>
>> Front -panel USB ports for USB memory drive and keyboard.
>> List of 1 items nesting level 1
>> =95 The USB memory drive socket permits use of pocket USB memory drives.
>> =
>> No CF card is required.
>>
>> list end nesting level 1
>> list end
>>
>> * at 50 kHz offset.
>>
>> Download the pre-release
>> brochure
>> for more information.
>>
>> Note: This device has not been approved by the FCC or other appropriate =
>> regulatory authorities. This device may not be sold, leased, or be =
>> offered for sale
>> or lease, until such approval has been obtained.
>> Copyright =A9 2007,
>> A. Farson
>> VA7OJ/AB4OJ. IC-7700 information and images courtesy Icom Inc.
>> Last updated: 05/16/2007
>>
>> Steve, K8SP
>>
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