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17� UPDATING THE FIRMWARE
General
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About updating the firmware
You can update the IC-705’s firmware using
a microSD card. Updating the firmware adds
new functions and/or improves performance
parameters.
You can download the latest firmware from the
Icom website.
https://www�icomjapan�com/support/
IMPORTANT:
To update the firmware, first
format your microSD card using the IC-705.
Then copy the downloaded firmware data from
your PC into the “IC-705” folder on the card.
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Checking the firmware version
Check the firmware version when you turn ON
the transceiver.
The firmware version is displayed.
TIP:
You can also check the firmware version
on the VERSION screen.
» SET > Others > Information >
Version