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COMMUNICATIONS RECEIVER

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IC-R3

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2-inch TFT color LCD built-in! See your information on screen!

Impressive operating status display
Never before has a hand held receiver given you as much information as the IC-R3. Receiving frequency, tuning step, memory channel number, and more are visible on the 2-inch* TFT color display at a glance. In addition, the back ground color is selectable from 8 available colors.
*measured diagonally

TV picture receive capability
Not only can you see your operation status, you can display broadcast visual information. NTSC M, PAL B/G or other television systems are supported*¹, depending on version. You can watch TV programs at anytime, anywhere. An FM-TV picture*¹ from wireless camera*² can also be displayed. Great for sporting events, security, or amateur TV without unpleasant wiring. Also, the IC-R3 offers an A/V output so you can transfer images to a TV monitor or a recording device.
*1 some versions do not support any of these systems
*2 supplied from third party

Signal strength level indicator
In addition to the current style of signal strength meters, a signal strength level indicator is adopted. Measures signal strength levels every 0.3 sec. and shows for up to 3 sec., the signal conditions within the period. In addition, when a directional antenna is used, this function helps in searching for signal origin, such as fox-hunting, etc.

Simple bandscope
Want to analyze signal activity within a band? Spectral activity can be seen on the TFT color display. The simple band scope becomes a useful tool for finding new or interfering signals. With the 5 selectable bandwidths, adjustable to 500 kHz wide will give a quick snapshot of activity.

Super wide frequency coverage^__0.495 - 2450 MHz!
Covers from 0.495 to 2450.095 MHz of super wide frequency range*¹ with AM, FM, wide-FM and TV picture*² receive capability as standard.
*1 some frequency ranges are inhibited with some versions
*2 depending on picture modulation system and version

Long hours monitoring capability
A Lithium Ion battery, BP-206, comes as standard*, for more than 2 times longer operation than other types of batteries, during full feature operation. And the adopted external DC IN terminal allows you to operate with 3.6-6.3 V DC power source, or 12 V DC power source via the optional CP-18 CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE, all day long. In addition, the installed BP-206 can be charged simultaneously, while 5.5-6.3 V DC (more than 1 A) is supplied.
*not supplied for some versions

Excellent memory
450 channels* of ample memory are available and stores operating frequency and mode, as well as tuning step, etc. Up to 6-character memory names can be assigned for each memory channel and shows on the color LCD, allowing quick and easy channel selection. The memory channels are divided into 9 banks, 8 banks of 50 (for individual frequencies) and 1 bank of 50 (for frequency ranges) for simple memory management.
*includes 50 program scan edges

Multi function 'joy-stick' switch
A 4-way action 'joy stick' switch gives you quick and easy access to many settings, including operating band, AF volume, color LCD settings, and more.

Automatic squelch
The IC-R3 keeps most RF background noise in check by automatically adjusting the squelch. It's very handy when receiving a weak signal^__no more continually adjusting the squelch control by hand to block white noise. Also, the squelch level is manually selectable from open, and level 1 to 9.

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Wireless monitor usage example


Hobby use example
Install a wireless camera just about anywhere^__like looking down from an airplane, balloon, etc. Watch air pictures as they happen.

Security use example
Use the IC-R3 to monitor areas where security is an issue, indoors or out.

Example of other usage
Use the IC-R3 as a visual baby monitor. Keep an eye on sleeping children while you're in another room or out in the garden.

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SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL
Frequency range	: 0.495-2450.095 MHz*
* 816-901.995 MHz range is inhibited for the U.S.A. version.
Mode	: FM, AM, WFM, AM-TV*1 , FM-TV*2
*1 One of either NTSC M, PAL B or PAL G systems. *2 For 900–1300 MHz, 2250–2450 MHz ranges only; not available in some versions.
Frequency resolution	: 5 kHz, 6.25 kHz
Number of memory channel	: 450 (50 channel × 8 banks plus 50 scan edges)
Antenna connector	: BNC (50)
Operating temperature range	: -0°C to +60°C ; +14°F to +140°F
Frequency stability	: ±6 ppm max. (-10°C to +50°C)
Power supply requirement	: 3.6-6.3 V DC (negative ground)
Current drain (at 4.5 V DC)	: At rated output At stand-by Power save TV reception 210 mA typical (backlight OFF) 140 mA typical 53 mA typical 730 mA typical (color LCD ON)
Dimensions (projections not included)	: 61(W) × 120(H) × 32.9(D) mm; 2 13/32(W) × 4 23/32(H) × 1 9/32(D) in
Weight	: 300 g; 10.6 oz
RECEIVER
Receiver system	: Triple-conversion* superheterodyne
* below 1150 MHz; Quadruple-conversion for above 1150 MHz
Intermediate frequencies (Unit MHz)	: AM,FM WFM C3F(TV) U.S.A. Europe 1st 240.1 240.1 241.85*1 , 238.35*2 2nd 26.05 13.25 45.75 38.90 3rd 0.450 0.450 __ *1 30-799.995, 1321-2099.995 MHz range *2 800-1320.995, 2100-2450.095 MHz range
Sensitivity (typical)	: AM (at 10 dB S/N) 0.495-4.995 MHz 5.0-29.995 MHz 118-136 MHz 222-329.995 MHz 1.4 µV 1.0 µV 0.79 µV 1.0 µV FM (at 12 dB SINAD) 1.625-4.995MHz 5.0-469.995 MHz 470-799.995 MHz 800-1999.995 MHz 2000-2299.995 MHz 2300-2450.095 MHz 0.32 µV 0.25 µV 0.45 µV 0.56 µV 1.0 µV 1.8 µV WFM (at 12 dB SINAD) 76-107.995 MHz 175-221.995 MHz 470-769.995 MHz 1.0 µV 1.0 µV 1.8 µV
Selectivity	: FM, AM WFM More than 12 kHz/-6 dB Less than 30 kHz/-50 dB More than 150 kHz/-6 dB
Audio output power(at 4.5 V DC)	: 100 mW typical at 10% distortion with an 8 load
External SP connector	: 3-conductor 3.5 (d) mm (1/8")/8
Video/Audio OUT connector	: 3-conductor 3.5 (d) mm (1/8")/8

Supplied accessories

• Antenna
• Belt clip
• Battery spacer
• Li-Ion battery cell assembly*
• Wall charger*
  *depending on version

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

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OPTIONS

• BP-206 Li-Ion BATTERY CELL ASSEMBLY
  3.7 V/1650 mAh Lithium Ion battery pack.
  
  
• BC-135 DESKTOP CHARGER
  For rapid charging of battery pack, BP-206. An AC adapter, BC-123 or BM-104, is supplied with the charger. Charging time: approx. 2.5 hours
  
  
• BC-136A/D WALL CHARGER
  6 V DC, 500 mA output AC adapter for regularly charging the installed battery pack, BP-206. Charging time: approx. 10 to 15 hours.
  
  
• LC-151 CARRYING CASE
  Helps protect the receiver from scratches, etc.
  
  
• CP-18A/E CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE
  Allows you to operate the receiver through 12 V cigarette lighter socket, and also charges installed battery pack. A DC-DC converter is built-in.
  
  
• SP-13 EARPHONE
  Provides clear audio in noisy environment.
  
  
• CS-R3 CLONING SOFTWARE + OPC-478 CLONING CABLE
  Allows quick and simple setting of receiving frequencies, memory names, etc, from a PC (Microsoft^® Windows^®95/98).
  
  
• OPC-474 CLONING CABLE
  Used for data cloning between receivers.