Looking for a versatile transceiver that’s perfect for roving during VHF contests, drive-up SOTA operations, Super High Frequency activity, everyday use in your home station, and a whole lot more? You’ll find all this and loads of fun with the Icom IC-905 VHF/UHF/SHF All Mode Base/Portable Transceiver, says Michael Murphy, KI8R, who covers the features and benefits of this rig in the video below.
Key Features & Benefits of the Icom IC-905:
- The IC-905 features a separate controller and RF module, allowing for the installation of the weatherproof RF module near the antennas. A LAN cable makes the connection between the controller and the RF module, significantly reducing power loss. PoE (Power over Ethernet) technology provides flexibility and simplifies the installation of the RF module.
- The IC-905 is the first in the industry to offer the capability of operating up to 10 GHz with the optional CX-10G Transverter. Also available are 2.4 GHz, 5.6 GHz, and 10 GHz colinear antennas; and 10 GHz parabolic antenna (below).
- KI8R runs down the many differences between the IC-905 and the IC-705 HF/50/144/430 MHz All Mode Portable Transceiver.
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Check out the above video and find many more details about the IC-905 and accessories at DXEngineering.com.
