If you try the modification on your own equipment, its on your own risk of damaging parts and loosing warranty. Thoroughly read the installation guide before installing orupdating the usb driver. View and download icom ic9100 service manual online. I passed my technician test a few months and am working on my general. Improvement the firmware update modifies the ic 9100 s transmitted dtcs code modulation waveform so undesired sound is not heard at the receiver. Modulation input, audio output, rtty demodulator output and civ command can be controlled via the usb cable. This is the root cause this problem most of the time. The ic9100 fully covers the hf50, 144, 430440 and 1200mhz amateur bands in multiple modes. This installation guide describes how to install the usb driver included in the icom products cd. A usb interface and a sound chip being in the radio, the pc thinks it has an additional sound card. Builtin keyer, voice synthesizer and hf50 mhz autoat. The driver supports the following transceivers and receivers.
Before i connected my radio to the computer, i installed the usb drivers downloaded from icom, and rebooted, then connected ic9100 using the usb cable and turned the ic9100 on. The interface set connects directly between the usb port of your pc and the 3. Icom 7300, 7610 usb driver tulare county amateur radio club. After installing the driver, connect the radio to the pc, and then the usb driver is automatically installed to add a com port. This report describes the evaluation of ic9100 sn 02001286 from a user perspective. Firmware updates software downloads support icom inc. Last modified 20160203 icom ic 9100 specifications. This guide can also be used to get the ic 9100, and likely other similar rigs with internal usb connections, working smoothly with any os x amateur radio application using only that usb connection. E3 is now downloadable form the icom japan website. Icom ic9100 usb unknown device discussion in amateur radio software started by ea4fzn, nov 12. Ic 7100, ic 7851, ic 9100 as of march 2016 two com ports will be recognized when connecting the above transceivers to a pc that the specified usb. The ic 9100 has a standard type b usb connector and can be connected to the pc. Icom ic9100 digital modes over usb setup guide mac ham radio.
The usb driver comes with the cs7100, cs9100 or rsba1. The icom ic9100 is a multimode amateur transceiver covering the hf amateur bands plus 6 meters, 2 meters and 440 mhz. To use the usb cable between the transceiver and the pc, you must first install a usb driver. The new firmware corrects a number of issue and offers improvements to the two radio see the all icom specs and instructions. With over 50 years experience in the communications industry, you can understand why icom products are synonymous with communications. This guide can also be used to get the ic9100, and likely other similar rigs with internal usb connections, working smoothly with any os x amateur radio application using only that usb connection. Doubleconversion with image rejection mixer, wide frequency range, 1007510 watt max output power on hfvhf4301240 mhz bands. Controller, used to send the civ commands to a base station, to remotely operate it. Hardware modification that adds rx out rx in connectors note. First of all, download the usb driver according to the os from hp of icom and install it on your pc. Icom has released a new firmware update for the ic9100 radio. Oct 16, 2017 because of such troubles, this ic 9100 opens up. Jun 04, 2016 i picked up an ic 9100 from hro a couple weeks ago. At this time, although two com ports are generated, it is not a.
Usb connector for pc control the ic9100 has a standard type b usb connector and can be connected to a pc. Ic7100, ic7851, ic9100 as of march 2016 two com ports will be recognized when connecting the above transceivers to a pc that the specified usb. Do you have any tricks, modifications or constructions for homebrewed equipment that are not on mods. Ab type, purchase separately the firmware is updated through the usb port on the rear panel of the ic 9100. Using a new icom ic9100, im getting unknown device when i connect the usb cable to my computer. Each band hf6m, 2m, 70cm and 23cm has a total of 99 memory channels for storing frequencies, mode and other information. At this time, although two com ports are generated, it is not a mistake. This radio covers most ham bands and modes, and provides a wide variety of operating styles. The firmware is updated through the usb port on the rear panel of the ic9100. All enquiry outside oceania, please go to international enquiry. As seen in the above figure, the ic9100 has 3 independent receiver circuits from. Click here to write a new message or comment for ic9100 note that the message is not related to any article click here to see the article list for ic9100. Note that a usb driver installation is required to connect the above.
Dec 16, 2014 craig w1msg recently converted to os x and has drafted a guide to get the icom ic 9100 working with digital modes specifically fldigi on a mac. The 440 mhz band is also builtin with 2 to 75 watts. Icom is an outstanding, comprehensive radio manufacturer that produces radio communication equipment of all genres, from amateur radios to terrestrial, marine and avionics radios, as well as lte, wlan and satellite radios. Japan in japan, the united states, the united kingdom, germany, france, spain, russia andor other countries.
Icom ic9100 hfvhfuhf transceivers offer an entire ham shack in one wellbuilt rig. Tips for the usb port settings 7 section 3 why two virtual com ports are recognized on one physical usb port applicable products. Programming software for icom ic9100 ic 9100 ic9100. Back to icom next hf and more last modified 20160203. If you download the usb driver from the icom download service, specify the folder which the driver is stored in. Sophisticated operation with expansion capabilties usb connector for pc control. Covering almost all active ham bands and modes, the ic9100 transceivers will amaze you every time you power up with icoms highspeed dsp technolo.
The icom ic9100 is a versatile and expandable transceiver. The firmware update is performed through the usb port on the rear panel of the ic9100. Ic7100 ic7200 ic7300 ic7410 ic7600 ic7610 ic7850 ic7851 ic 9100, usb driverversion 1. Im looking for a radio that i wont need to upgrade anytime soon as it is a pricey expense. After installing the driver, connect the transceiver to the pc, and then the usb driver is automatically installed to add a com port. Mar 09, 2015 icom has released a new firmware update for the ic9100 radio. Icpw1, is connected to the remote jack of your transceiver. I also like to listen to a few shortwave broadcasts and its.
The usb driver must be installed before connecting the usb cable between the ic9100 and to the pc. The icom fl431 roofing filter is 3 khz wide and operates at the first i. Compare the ic 718, ic 7200, ic 7410, ic 7100 and ic 9100. If you have any doubts, do not perform the modification or let someone with the technical knowledge do this.
Jan 06, 2017 this past week ive been installing a brand new icom ic9100 in my ham shack. Ic9100 is the best transceiver for wsjt challenge to dx by. The icom ic 9100 is a versatile and expandable transceiver. Describe your experience with the icom ic9100 and tell us why you give it the rating you did required. This past week ive been installing a brand new icom ic9100 in my ham shack. Icom ic9100 digital modes over usb setup guide mac ham.
T he usb serial chipset that icom uses in all of their usb radios 7100, 9100, etc. The rear panel has multiple antenna jacks hf and vhfuhf. Rearpanel usb b port supporting civ and txrx baseband, for direct computer interfacing. Icom ic9100 hfvhfuhf transceivers ic9100 free shipping. Life has been busy so i just got around to putting the clips i had together. I picked up an ic 9100 from hro a couple weeks ago. View and download icom ic9100 instruction manual online. Using a usb cable, connect a pc to do the follow ing. Usb connector for pc control the ic 9100 has a standard type b usb connector and can be connected to a pc. Hfvhfuhf in one transceiver with dual independent receivers and satellite mode operation. Also, the conventional civ remote control jack is built in to the ic 9100. Hf to 1200mhz multiband in one transceiver optional ux9100 required independent dual receivers.
Bristol shop and online retailer of ham radio equipment. Dec 11, 20 i had a local melbourne ham who is a member of my local ham club emdrc ask me today if i had the 9100 programming software cs 9100 as he was keen for a base line file as a starting point as the prospect of starting to program the icom ic9100 icf file was a bit daunting, and as an exercise, it is really daunting. The ic9100 contains years of advanced icom technology in a compact, allinone hfvhf uhf transceiver. Icom ic9100 icf programming file vk3bq december 11, 20 i had a local melbourne ham who is a member of my local ham club emdrc ask me today if i had the 9100 programming software cs9100 as he was keen for a base line file as a starting point as the prospect of starting to program the icom ic9100 icf file was a bit daunting, and as an. Those activities include satellites, vhfuhf weak signal work, and hf from time to time. Rear panel usb b port supporting civ and txrx baseband, for direct computer interfacing. Also, the conventional civ remote control jack is built in to the ic9100. The driver is not supported by the windows automatic recognition system. Next, connecting the ic 9100 with the usb cable, the usb audio and the com port are set up. It offers professional performance, out of the box on hf, 6 meters and 2 meters with 2 to 100 watts 2 to 30 for am.
Appendix 1 presents results of an rf lab test suite performed on the radio. After installing the driver, connect the transceiver or receiver to the pc, and then the usb driver is automatically installed to. Other useful information would include your experience with similar products, infomation on a product that you would purchase instead of this one, and so on. The ic9100 has 6 scan edge channels for programmed memory, and a call channel for each band. The driver supports the following radios as of june 20. Craig w1msg recently converted to os x and has drafted a guide to get the icom ic9100 working with digital modes specifically fldigi on a mac. Next, connecting the ic9100 with the usb cable, the usb audio and the com port are set up. Icom logo are registered trademarks of icom incorporated japan in japan, the. The ic 9100 has 6 scan edge channels for programmed memory, and a call channel for each band. If you prefer to be anonymous write it in the message. Modulation input, audio output, rtty demodulatior output and civ command can be controlled via the usb cable. I am extremely pleased with this rig it fits my current ham radio activities perfectly. If your icom transceiver does not have a lan port or a usb port, you can remotely control the. This interface set is compatible with the following icom radios ic703, ic7000, ic7200, ic7410, ic9100 1.