ICOM IC-A220B VHF Air Band Base Configuration
$2,499.95
High Visibility OLED Screen
Operating information is clearly shown on the OLED display.
The OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) emits light from itself, so a display backlight is not required. It provides higher contrast, wider viewing angle of almost 180 degrees and faster response time than a conventional LCD. The IC-A220’s display has a wide active area, allowing operating frequencies to be maximized in the display, while operating status can be shown on both top and bottom of the display.
Base Station & Mobile Configurations
When greater versatility is required, the A220 panel mount has both a base station as well as a mobile option available.
These configurations are perfect for ground crew support, and control tower communications.
Large Switch Buttons
The IC-A220 has large switch buttons on the front panel. The most frequently used FLIP-FLOP (Frequency exchange) switch button is designed large enough to be pushed with ease. All switch buttons and knobs are illuminated with pure-white backlighting, which are the same color as the OLED display.
Auto Squelch Function
The squelch sensitivity is automatically adjusted in accordance with the noise level to eliminate annoying background noise and unwanted signals.
Quick Squelch Adjustment
The auto and manual squelch including squelch level can be quickly adjusted with the Volume knob. The squelch test function temporarily opens the squelch and allows you to monitor signals
GPS Memory Function
When connected to an external GPS receiver* equipped with an airport frequency database, the frequency data such as nearby airports can be transferred and made available in the IC-A220.
* Ask your dealer for available GPS receiver details.
Auto Dimmer
The auto dimmer function sets display and key backlighting brightness. The ICA220’s high sensitivity light sensor covers a wide illumination range.
External Dimmer Control
By connecting to an external dimmer control system on the aircraft, the ICA220’s dimmer function can be linked with the aircraft dimmer level.
Intercom Function
The IC-A220 has a built-in voice activated intercom function allowing the pilot to talk with the copilot via the headset. The IC-A220 has adjustable audio level and squelch control functions.
Remote Control Capability
You can remotely control the FLIP-FLOP (frequency exchange), intercom and recall switches via the rear panel connector
8.33 kHz Channel Spacing
The IC-A220 allows switching between 8.33 kHz and 25 kHz frequency steps in the menu mode.
* Use of 8.33 kHz channel spacing may be prohibited depending on country.
Memory Channels
The IC-A220 has 20 memory channels and 20 history memory channels respectively. Often used memory channels can be instantly recalled. Group memory channels are organized into 10 memory channels by five groups (total 50 channels). Weather channel scanning function searches for weather channel signals.
Features
- PS-80 Power Supply – Enables desktop/base operation with built-in speaker and HM-176 hand microphone for ground-based communications.
- External Speaker Support – Connect the SP-35 external speaker for clear, high-volume audio in control towers or operations rooms.
- Remote Control & PC Programming – Use the rear-panel D-SUB 25-pin connector for remote operation or CS-A220 software for easy channel management.
- GPS Integration – When paired with an external GPS receiver, the IC-A220 can automatically load nearby airport frequencies for quick access.
- Dual Voltage Compatibility – Works with both 13.8V and 27.5V DC power systems, making it adaptable for various installations.
Other Features
- Dualwatch and priority watch functions
- One touch access to 121.5 MHz emergency frequency
- Side tone function for monitoring your voice with a headset
- ANL (Automatic noise limiter) function reduces pulse type noise
- Remote control capability
- PC programming capability
- Dial lock and panel lock
- Time-out-timer
- D-SUB 25-pin connector and MIL-Spec M39029/63-368 compliant socket pins
- Slim 33 mm (1.3 inch) height can be installed in a limited panel space
- Two types of menu mode; settings menu and configuration menu
- Both 13.8 V and 27.5 V electrical systems compatible
Specifications
General
| Frequency range | TX/RX | 8.33 kHz spacing | 118.000–136.992 MHz |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 kHz spacing | 118.000–136.975 MHz | ||
| RX | Weather channel | 161.650–163.275 MHz | |
| Frequency spacing | 8.33 kHz / 25 kHz | ||
| Mode | AM (6K00A3E, 5K60A3E) | ||
| Frequency stability | ±5 ppm | ||
| Operating temperature | –20˚C to +55˚C; –4˚F to +131˚F | ||
| Antenna impedance | 50 Ω | ||
| Number of memory channels | 20 regular, 50 group memory, 10 GPS, 20 history, 10 weather | ||
| Power supply requirement | 13.8 V/27.5 V DC (Negative ground) | ||
| Dimensions (W × H × D, Projections not included) |
160 × 34 × 271 mm; 6.3 × 1.34 × 10.67 in |
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| Weight (approximately) | 1.0 kg; 2.2 lb | ||
Transmitter
| Output power | 8 W (Carrier power) | |
|---|---|---|
| Spurious emission | –60 dBc | |
| Modulation limiting | 70% (Maximum 98%) | |
| Microphone impedance | 600Ω | |
Receiver
| Intermediate frequencies | 38.85 MHz/450 kHz (1st/2nd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensitivity | AM (6 dB S/N) | Less than 2μV |
| FM (12 dB SINAD) | Less than 1.4μV | |
| Selectivity | 25 kHz spacing | ±3 kHz/±22 kHz (6 dB/60 dB) |
| 8.33 kHz spacing | ±2.778 kHz/±7.37 kHz (6 dB/60 dB) | |
| Spurious response | More than 74 dBμ | |
| Audio output power | External SP | 5 W with a 4 Ω load |
| Headphone | 60 mW with a 500 Ω load | |
Applicable U.S. Military Specifications
| Standard | MIL-810 G | |
|---|---|---|
| Method | Procedure | |
| Low Temperature | 502.5 | I,II |
| Temperature Shock | 503.5 | I-C |
| Solar Radiation | 505.5 | I |
| Humidity | 507.5 | II |
| Vibration | 514.6 | I |
| Shock | 516.6 | I |
Also meets equivalent MIL-STD-810-C, -D -E and -F.
| Weight | 0.1 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 0.1 × 0.1 × 0.1 in |
| Brand | ICOM |
SHIPPING INFORMATION
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SHIPPING COSTS
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Output Power: |
8W | |
Frequencies: |
118.000-136.992MHz plus 161.650-163.275 weather channel | |
Channel Spacing: |
8.33/25kHz | |
Channels: |
20 regular, 50 group, 10 GPS, 10 weather & 20 auto stack memory | |
LCD Display: |
OLED | |
Mount Option: |
Mobile mount or mount in power supply |
High Visibility & Readability
The OLED emits light from organic materials, so a display backlight is not required. It provides an extremely higher contrast and a very wide viewing angle of almost 180 degrees. In addition, the OLED display is set close to the front panel. Well laid out characters help identify important information like operating frequencies. White characters on a black background show clear easy to read operating information. With white key backlighting, the white OLED display matches modern plane’s instrument panel. In addition, the auto dimmer function adjusts the display for optimum brightness at day or night.
The A220’s display has a wide active area, so operating frequencies’ characters can be maximized in the display, while operating status can be shown on both top and bottom. The A220’s OLED can display 4-level gray scale from darker gray to bright white and increases readability. This gradation is used, for example, in showing selected items in the settings menu.
GPS Memory Function
A pilot with the A220 connected to an external GPS receiver can pick up the local tower frequencies and automatically store them into the radios memory. This makes for a hands free safe transaction.
Easy Channel Selection
It’s fast and easy to select any of memory channels in the A220. The "flip-flop" arrow button switches between main and stand-by channels. The dualwatch function allows you to monitor two channels simultaneously. In addition, the auto stack memory stores the last 20 channels used and allows you to recall those channels easily. All switch buttons and knobs are illuminated with pure-white backlighting that is the same color as the OLED display.
Other Features
- Automatic squelch function detects the signal level and automatically adjusts the squelch level
- Built-in voice activated intercom function allows pilot and co-pilot to talk via the headset
- Connect the A220 to an external GPS
- Built-in DC-DC converter accepts a 12/24V DC power source
- Automatic weather channel scanning and receive
- Dualwatch and priority watch functions
- One touch access to 121.5 MHz emergency frequency
- Side tone function for monitoring your voice with headset
- ANL (Automatic noise limiter) function reduces pulse type noise
- Remote control capability
- Dial lock and panel lock
- Time-out-timer
- Slim 34mm (1.34 inch) height can be installed in a limited panel space
- D-Sub 25-pin industry standard connector for easy installation
- Two types of menu mode; settings menu and configuration menu
