ICOM IC-V8 Radio Walkie Talkie

Other Features:

• Set mode and initial set mode menu ensure easy operation.
• Very fast scanning speed of 40 channels per second (During program scanning).
• Mic. simple remote control with optional HM-75A.
• LED backlighting for LCD.
• PC cloning capability.
• Reverse shift function.
• Auto squelch delay.

Specifications: General:

• Frequency range: Transmit (Tx) 144–148MHz, Receive (Rx) 136–174MHz* (*Guaranteed range 144–148MHz).
• Mode: FM (F3E, F2D).
• Number of memory channels: 107 (including 6 scan edges and 1 call).
• Frequency stability: ±10ppm (-10°C to +60°C).
• Operating temperature range: –10°C to +60°C; +14°F to +140°F.
• Power supply: 7.2 V DC (6.0–10.3 V DC acceptable with Icom’s battery pack only).
• Current drain (at 7.2V DC):
  • Tx: 5.5W – 2.0A, 0.5W – 0.8A.
  • Rx: Max. audio – 250mA, Standby – 70mA, Power saved – 20mA.
• Antenna connector: BNC (50Ω).
• Dimensions (without protrusions): 54(W)×132(H)×35(D) mm, 21/8(W)×53/16(H)×13/8(D) in.
• Weight (approx.): 350 g; 12.3 oz (with BP-222 battery).

Transmitter:

• Output power (at 7.2 V DC): 5.5 W (High), 0.5 W (Low).
• Spurious emissions: Less than –60 dB.
• Max. frequency deviation: ±5.0 kHz.
• External mic. connector: 3-conductor 2.5 (d) mm (1/10″) / 2.2 kΩ.

Receiver:

• Receiving system: Double conversion superheterodyne.
• Intermediate frequencies: 1st – 21.7 MHz, 2nd – 450 kHz.
• Sensitivity: 0.16 µV (typical; at 12dB SINAD).
• Squelch sensitivity: 0.10 µV (typical; at threshold).
• Selectivity: 65dB (typical).
• Intermodulation: 75dB (typical).
• Spurious and image rejection: 75dB (typical).
• Audio output power (at 7.2 V DC): 300mW with an 8Ω load.
• External speaker connector: 2-conductor 3.5 (d) mm (1/8″) / 8Ω.