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
>