Hello to all and thank you to the moderator of this reflector.

Ever since I have seen the IC-7000, I have been reading and talking about
it. Like most of us here, I have considered it the new IC-706 radio but
after all I have read and seen, I have begun to think that 7000 is to the
706 what the 756 pro is to the 746 pro.

What weighs most strongly is the fact that it will use electronic filtering
rather than the crystal lattice filter. If I recall, isn't this the same
filtering technology used in the IC-7800, the $10,000 radio?

From what I gather, the 706 is the most popular mobile HF radio on the
market with sales greatly exceeding its runner-up. Right now it sells for
about $800 US. I realize that the cost of technology drops over time, and
with inflation, prices rise a bit, but at this point I am wondering if the
rig might not be priced considerably higher than the 706. Around here, a
few hams are thinking it will be in the $1500 US range.

What do you all think?

Buck
N4PGW

Keith, you make some good points. When the new one comes out, the older ones should have some great pricing.

I am a Pro3 owner, so this new rig as you said, looks like a mini-Pro3. I need to start saving my pennys for the end of this year.

Mike, W4KTX

What is different in the latest version of the 706MkIIG?

Keep in mind!, The 706MKIIG is a proven rig. I have never heard a bad one on the air.
In my case, I own 3 and have never had any problems with them over the past few years.
I started with the 706MKII and eventually sold on eBay and got all MKIIG's.
This new radio has been over due...
It looks like a "Baby PRO-III" from the picture.

This new transceiver will be an opportunity for you go purchase one of those at a reduced price from someone looking to upgrade.
Amateur Radio Clubs, Schools, etc. use them a lot for Field Day and Emergency Gear, so it may also be a good time to Donate them.
I purchased a new one at Dayton last year for $749.00 as a spare, field day radio.
I can remember when the 706MKII came out it was selling for $1395.00
I waited and got mine for $1195.00, then as time went on the IIG came out, and the price hung in the $995.00 range with rebates, etc.

I look forward to seeing the more detail specs on the radio. What is in the PDF file from the Magazine that is on the web just wasn't enough.
We need to keep an eye on the Icom Japan website for updates. They usually go first, and the US lags behind waiting for FCC Compliance.

Running HF Mobile is a lot of fun. Especially if you sit in traffic for long period of time, or drive long distances.
You quickly program the memories for the 40M Nets, and the DX Nets on 15M and 20M.
I have a Digital Voice Recorder that can hold 4 hours on the visor. So I just push the record button and start talking.
Then later, I go back and update the log and send out QSL Cards.

I frequently travel on extended trips, and carry a small generator with me and large power supply.
That way I can find a park or in some cities a high spot where there is a road going up to a water tower to work DX.

73,
Keith, K4KAL

Be aware that ICOM has not yet rolled out it's latest version of the 706MKIIG: it has been announced in France. We'll probably see it this summer or fall here in the states.
See Megahertz Magazine, Feb 2005 issue for details.
73, Dave, W1DEC

I had been toying with the idea of the 706MkIIG for the truck. Only have a 2M/70cm rig in there now. Now I mna glad I waited. This sounds like the one I will want. I can't wait for more information to be available

No sign of announcement in Japan yet, but I'm sure the dream will come
true soon!

Wish it had a 1.2G also.

It might give a chance to Yaesu/Kenwood to make something like
FT-817+1.2G or TS-2000 compact etc. More choices for us ;-)

rin JG1VGX

Not shure. What is the number for the IC-7800 in the States? ;-))

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wrote:

IC-7000 is likely the EU number...

The US Number will likely be IC-7XX where XX is to be determined.

__________________________________________________________
Howard S. White Ph.D. P. Eng., VE3GFW/K6 AE6SM
"No Good Deed Goes Unpunished"
"Awfully Extremely Six Sado Masochist"


----- Original Message -----
From: Keith LaBorde - K4KAL
To: ic7000@...
Sent: Tuesday, February 15, 2005 12:35 PM
Subject: Re: [ic7000] Announced in Dayton?


I'm not saying this is a hoax...
But didn't Icom already use the IC-7000 name for a receiver

already?

Keith, K4KAL
----- Original Message -----
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Sent: Tuesday, February 15, 2005 2:23 PM
Subject: [ic7000] Announced in Dayton?



I guess this rig will be announced in Dayton assuming it's not

an adobe

Photoshop hoax? Any speculation to share out there?








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IC-7000 is likely the EU number...

The US Number will likely be IC-7XX where XX is to be determined.

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Guys,

I have been anxiously waiting for a new Icom Mobile. Every year at Dayton I asked the same question, and they say NO.
I own three 706MKIIg's. I have one in each vehicle, and a spare in the closet for field day, etc.

I exchanged a few emails with High Sierra today to confirm that there I-Box Controller will still plug into the new IC-7000.
Jim must have known about the radio or talked to Icom because he said it would work with no problems.
The IC-7000 has the same plug on the rear as the 706 Series. So there looks to be some compatibility.

I know he sells his antenna's all over the world, so I was glad to here that my 1800/Pro and Sidekick will work with no problems.
I am sure I will get one of these new radio's when they are available.
My big wish is they increased the output power?

I guess we will see it under the glass at Dayton 2005.

Keith, K4KAL


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James

Hello Tom and group,

I believe the IC-R7000 receiver came first.

73
de Rob
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Hi Group,

Here's one to ponder:

Which came first, the yahoo list or the IC7000?

Good mobil'n out there.

Tom
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I've been looking at the IC-706MkIIG as a mobile/portable/backup rig,
but now I think I'll wait and see what potential the IC-7000 might
offer for those purposes. This new reflector is a great idea...
thanks Rob and Adam!! 73, Jerry Keller K3BZ

Here is the link to the English version of the original IC-7000
announcement:



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The response to our new IC-7000 group has been overwhelming! I would like to
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I shall be placing IC-7000 information on my Icom page as it is received.



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I guess this rig will be announced in Dayton assuming it's not an adobe
Photoshop hoax? Any speculation to share out there?