IC-746 FAQ
Page:53 Enter numbers via keypad, not tuning dial
While the diagram specifically highlights the numeric keypad on the radio; the "instructions"
fail to mention that numbers and the decimal point are entered via the keypad instead of the
tuning knob.
Page:56 Incorrect Page References
In the 1st paragraph, the reference "for programming scan edges" is p.56 but should be p.52.
Page:68 Unclear Voltage Specification
The box describing the ALC JACK lists an input voltage of "0-4 V". It should read "-4 to 0
Vdc".
Page:70 Overoptimistic SWR Specification
In the box labeled "ANTENNA SWR" the manual states (in part):
When the SWR is higher than approx. 2.0:1, the transceiver's power drops to protect the
final transistors.
Actually, power starts cutting back much earlier than that; somewhere between 1.7:1 and
1.3:1
Page:77 Unclear UT-102 Installation Instructions
The UT-102 Voice Synthesizer is installed in the "bottom" of the transceiver, not the "top".
Also, the "shield cover" is not involved.
Page:79 Incorrect SEND Relay Specifications
The "NOTE" for "CONNECTING A NON-ICOM AMPLIFIER", should read
NOTE:
The specifications for the SEND relay are 12 V DC at 20 ma (milli-
amps). If this level is exceeded, an external relay or switching transistor must be used.
The 746 SEND line is designed to interface to a solid-state amplifier trigger, like those used
in Icom's power amps. Many people have damaged their rigs by trying to switch amplifiers
with higher voltage/current requirements.
Page:84 Incorrect Bandwidth listing
Under Receiver Specifications, the USB/LSB/CW Selectivity is listed incorrectly as 2.1Khz.
The actual selectivity (bandwidth) is determined by the IF filter selections. By default, as
shipped, the selectivity (bandwidth) for those modes is 2.4 Khz.
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