VHF/UHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER

ID-52A

Multi-Function D-STAR Dual Banderwith Waterfall Color Display

Micro

USB

Terminal ModDVGatewayAcSD

DISPLAYeMicro

COLORSPEAKER OUTPUT

750mW

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Multi-Function Dual Ba
Longer Distance Communication
The ID-52A is a VHF/UHF dual bander with D-STAR and FM dual mode
functions. The ID-52A supports conventional FM communications as well as
D-STAR simplex, repeater, regional, and worldwide calls over the D-STAR
Internet gateway. With the ID-52A, you can call a friend in another city, oreven internationally through D-STAR repeaters, with digital clear audio. In
addition, the ID-52A can send digital voice with data, text messages, GPSlocation information and pictures.

Picture Sharing Functions

DR (D-STAR Repeater) Function

Share pictures withother users and see
received pictures on
the color display.
Pictures taken on an
Android™ device
can be wirelesslytransferred to the ID-52A throughBluetooth® technology.

The DR (D-STAR Repeater)
expanded function makes
D-STAR and FM repeatercommunication simple.
Combined with the GPSfunction, you can makeselection of a local
DR screen
repeater available with a couple of button
pushes based on your location. Additionally,
the DR mode supports reflector linking controls.

Advanced Functions and Operatio
COLOR

DISPLAY

2.3" Large Color Display
The ID-52A is equipped with a color display.
The display size is increased to 2.3 inches, 320 ×280 pixels (1.7 inches for the ID-51A) to achieve
excellent viewability. The display background color
is selectable from black and white.

Black background

White backgroundBluetooth® Enabled Features
The optional VS-3
Bluetooth® headset
enables hands-freewireless operation.
In addition to the PTT
VS-3, Bluetooth Headset
and volume up/downbuttons, the VS-3 has 3 programmablebuttons that can be assigned functions toimprove operability and mobility.
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VHF/UHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER

ID-52AYou can easily
connect to a smart
device throughBluetooth®.
The Remote Control
Software, RS-MS1A
DR setting display Text transmission for Android™ device
display example
exampleor RS-MS1I for iOS™device can wirelessly
control the ID-52A to change operating
frequencies and other settings.

and D-STAR TransceiverThrough the D-STAR Network
Local Area Call

InternetRF Signal

Simplex Call

Repeater

Repeater

Gateway Call
Terminal ModDVe

GatewayAcTerminal Mode and Access Point Mode*ces s Point ModeRepeater

INTERNETConnect the ID-52A to the Internet through a Windows® PC or anAndroid™ device. The Internet gateway (using Terminal mode andAccess Point mode) enables you to access the D-STAR repeater
network, even from areas where no D-STAR repeater is directly
accessible through radio waves.

Gateway CallCQ* • Terminal and Access Point modes are compatible with Icom RS-RP3 Gateway Software. If yourD-STAR repeater is running G1 or G2 software, please contact your local Icom Distributor to upgradesoftware. • You need an Internet connection with an IPv4 Global IP address. If you use a cellularsystem, you need an IPv4 Global IP address assigned to your Android™ device. • The RS-MS3W
optional software is required to be installed in the PC (Download from Icom website). The RS-MS3A
optional application software is required to be installed in the Android™ device (Download from Google
Play™). USB cable is required. Type-A: User supplied. Type-C: OPC-2418. micro-B: OPC-2417.

CQ

Access Point Mode

Terminal Modeons with Vivid Color Display
Handy Radio First! Waterfall Display

Fixed scroll mode

The waterfall display shows not only the existenceof signals but also the changes of signal level inchronological order. You will have an overview ofthe band conditions in more detail, including busy
frequencies currently used, or open frequencies
not used. The band scope mode is selectable fromcenter mode, Fixed mode and Fixed scroll mode.

V/V,U/U,V/U Dualwatch Including DV/DV Mode
The Dualwatch function monitors the VHF/VHF,
UHF/UHF and VHF/UHF bands simultaneously*.
You can quickly respond to a call from the Mainand Sub bands.Two DV signals can bedecoded at the same time.
* AM/AM mode Dualwatch is not possible. AM signals can be received on
only the Main VFO (A band).

DV/DV mode

Integrated GPS/GLONASS Receiver

GPS position with grid locator

D-PRS mode is supported by the internal GPSreceiver for sending your location and showing
received station location, distance, and direction
from your current location. In addition to yourlocation, the ID-52A displays your current Grid
Square information.The GPS position data canbe used for Position Auto Reply, Near Repeater
Search, and GPS log functions.

VHF/UHF Airband and FM Broadcast Receiver
Airband reception is expanded from VHF toUHF Military airband (225 to 374.995 MHz).
FM broadcast stations can be listened towhile using the dualwatch function.

Broadcast receiver

microSD Card Slot

You can store QSO Recording, TX Voice Memory, pictures,
QSOs and GPS log data. Firmware upgrades, Repeater lists
and other personal settings onto a microSD card (up to 32 GB).
This can be uploaded into the ID-52A radio.

Micro USB Connector

The ID-52A has a Multi-function USB port as well as USB hostfunction for charging the Icom battery packs, PC programming,
read/write contents to the microSD card, Terminal/Access Point
mode support, CI-V control as well as audio.

IPX7 Waterproof and Tough Construction

With Icom’s pioneering IPX7 waterproofing and pro-gradeconstruction, the ID-52A is perfect for your shack or operatingin harsh outdoor environments.

Other Features• 750 mW loud audio output power • Improved heat dissipation
efficiency for stable operation • DV fast data mode uses data in place ofvoice frames • QSO log in CSV data format • Accessories for theID-51A/ID-31A such as battery packs and microphones can be used
• DV/FM near repeater search function • Voice recorder function• External DC power jack • Weather channel receiveID-52A

VHF/UHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVERSPECIFICATIONSOPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Some options may not be available in some countries. Please ask your dealer for details.

GENERAL
Frequency
coverage(Unit: MHz)

VersionTransmit

ReceiverBroadcast bandUSA

144–148,
430–450*(A) 108–174, 225–479*(B) 137–174, 375–479*

88.0–108.0(A) means A band, (B) means B band.

Type of emission

BatterypacksBATTERY PACKS AND CASE

Number of memory channels

DV, FM, FM-N, WFM*, AM*, AM-N*(* WFM, AM and AM-N are Rx only)
1000 memory channels, 4 call channels, 50 scan edges,
100 skip channels, 500 broadcast stations,2500 repeaters, 300 call signs and 300 GPS memories

BP-2725, 6.25, 8.33*, 10, 12.5, 15, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 125 and 200 kHz

Frequency resolution

BP-307

BP-273Operatingtime*

7.25 hours(FM mode)LR6 (AA)batteries×3

12 hours(FM mode)-EARPHONE-MICROPHONES±2.5 ppm (–20℃ to +60℃ on the basis of 25℃)

Frequency stability
Antenna impedance

Current drain(at 7.4 V DC)

Capacity

1880 mAh (min.) 3050 mAh (min.)2000 mAh (typ.) 3150 mAh (typ.)WALL
CHARGER

Operating temperature range –20℃ to +60℃ ; –4°F to +140°F

Power supply
requirement

BP-273* Approximate. Tx: Rx: standby = 1:1:8. Power save function ON. GPS OFF.

RAPID CHARGER* Selectable depending on the operating band.

BP-307Type

Guaranteed range: * 144–148, 440–450 MHz

F2D, F3E, F7W

Mode

BP-272

Rechargeable Rechargeable
Li-ion, 7.4 V Li-ion, 7.2 V

50 Ω (SMA)

Battery pack

7.4 V DC (with BP-272), 7.2 V DC (with BP-307)

Alkaline cells
External DC

5.5 V DC (with BP-273)
10–16 V DC

Tx High

Less than 2.5 A
Less than 450 mA (DV),Less than 400 mA (FM, FM-N) (Internal SP, 8 Ω)

Rx AF Max.

Dimensions (W×H×D)

61.1 × 121.6 × 34.8 mm ; 2.4 × 4.8 × 1.4 in (with BP-272)

Weight (approx.)

330 g ; 11.6 oz (with BP-272 & antenna)(projections not included)

BC-202IP2

BC-123S*1

Charges BP-272/BP-307
in 2.5/4 hours (approx.).

AC adapter supplied with
the BC-202IP2,depending on version.

1BC-167S*2

HM-153LS

HM-166LS

2* BC-123SA for USA plug, SE for Europe plug. * BC-167SA for USA plug, SD for Europe plug, SV for Australia plug.

HEADSETS and PLUG ADAPTER CABLE
For VOX Operation

SPEAKER-MICROPHONES

TRANSMITTER
Modulation
systemDV

GMSK reactance modulation,FM, FM-N

FM reactance modulation
5 W, 2.5 W, 1.0 W, 0.5 W, 0.1 W(High, Mid, Low2, Low1, S-low)Less than –60 dBc (High, Mid),
Less than –13 dBm (Low2, Low1, S-low)Output power (at 7.4 V DC)
Spurious emissions
Max. frequency deviation±5.0/2.5 kHz (FM/FM-N)

Ext. Mic impedance

2.2 kΩ

HM-75LS
For remotecontrol

HM-183LS
WaterproofBluetooth® HEADSETRECEIVER
Sensitivity

More than 50 dB (DV, FM-N), More than 55 dB (FM)Spurious rejection
Internal SP
Audio
output power External SP

More than 60 dB
More than 750 mW (8 Ω load)

VS-3

CARRYING CASE

Frequency range

FM/FM-N/WFM(12 dB SINAD)

AM/AM-N (10 dB S/N)

88.000–108.000
108.000–136.991
137.000–142.000
142.005–148.000148.005–174.000
225.000–259.995
260.000–354.995
355.000–374.995
375.000–399.995
400.000–479.000
137.000–148.000
148.005–174.000
375.000–399.995
400.000–479.000

Less than 1 μV (WFM)–
Less than 0.18 μV
Less than 0.18 μV
Less than 0.32 μV
Less than 0.56 μV
Less than 0.32 μV
Less than 0.5 μV
Less than 0.5 μV
Less than 0.32 μV
Less than 0.18 μV
Less than 0.32 μV
Less than 0.5 μV
Less than 0.32 μV–
Less than 1 μV
Less than 1 μV––
Less than 1.8 μV*
Less than 1 μV*
Less than 1.8 μV*––––––(Unit: MHz)

B bandAll stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.
*AM-N mode cannot be received from 225 to 374.995 MHz.

Suppliedaccessories

CIGARETTE LIGHTER
CABLES

CP-12L
Built-in noise filter

More than 200 mW (8 Ω load)

Receiver sensitivity (Except amateur bands.)

A bandHS-94
Earhook type

HS-95
Neck arm type

HS-97
Throat type

DC POWER CABLE

OPC-2006LS
Required whenusing any ofthese headsets

PLUG ADAPTER
CABLE

Less than 0.2 μV (at 1% BER)Less than 0.18 μV (at 12 dB SINAD)

DVFM, FM-N

Selectivity

BC band

HM-186LS

OPC-254L

OPC-2144
Required when using
any of HM-75A, HM-153,HM-166 or SP-40.

APPLICATION SOFTWARE*•RS-MS1A: Remote control application for Android TM•RS-MS1I: Remote control application for iOS TM.
•RS-MS3A: Terminal/Access point mode application for Android TM•RS-MS3W: Terminal/Access point mode software for Windows ® PC
•CS-52: Programming software for Windows® PC.
•ST-4001A: Picture Utility Software for Android TM•ST-4001I: Picture Utility Software for iOSTM•ST-4001W: Picture Utility Software for Windows® PC* Applications for Android TM can be freely downloaded from Google Play TM.
Applications for iOS TM can be freely downloaded from the App Store.
Software for Windows ® PC can be freely downloaded from the Icom website.

LC-193OTHER OPTIONS•AD-92SMA: SMA-BNC antenna adapter•FA-S270C: VHF/UHF antenna. Same as supplied•MB-127: Belt clip. Same as supplied•SP-40: Earphone (OPC-2144 required.)•CP-23L: Cigarette lighter cable for BC-202IP2•OPC-515L: DC power cable for BC-202IP2•OPC-2417: USB cable (micro B - micro B)•OPC-2418: USB cable (Type C - micro B)• Battery pack, BP-272 • Wall charger, BC-167SA• Antenna, FA-S270C • Belt clip, MB-127 • Hand strap* Supplied accessories may differ depending on the transceiver version.

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trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the properties of their respective holders. D-STAR (Digital Smart Technology for Amateur Radio) is adigital radio protocol developed by JARL (Japan Amateur Radio League).
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