ID-50A

VHF/UHF DUAL BAND DIGITAL TRANSCEIVERSPECIFICATIONS

VHF/UHF DUAL BAND DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Some options may not be available in some countries. Please ask your dealers for details.

GENERAL
Frequency Versioncoverage
ID-50A(Unit: MHz) #15 USATransmit
ReceiverBroadcast band
144~148, 430~450* (A) 108~174, 375~479* 88.00~108.00(B) 137~174, 375~479*

Batterypacks

BATTERY PACKS AND CASE

Type(A) means A band, (B) means B band. Guaranteed Range:* 144~148, 440~450 MHz

F2D, F3E, F7W
DV, FM, FM-N, WFM, AM, AM-N
(WFM, AM and AM-N are Rx only)
Number of
500 memory channels, 4 call channels, 25 scan edges, 100memory channels
skip channels, 500 broadcast stations, 2500 repeater lists,
300 call signs, and 300 GPS memories
Frequency resolution
5.0/6.25/8.33/10/12.5/15/20/25/30/50/100/125/200 kHz
Operating temperature range –20°C ~ + 60°C; –4°F ~ + 140°F
Frequency stability±2.5 ppm (–20°C ~ +60°C on the basis of 25°C)
Antenna impedance
50 Ω (SMA)
Battery pack 7.4 V DC (with BP-271/BP-272)
PowersupplyAlkaline cells 5.5 V DC (with BP-273)
requirement
External DC 10.0 ~ 16.0 V DC
Current drain Tx highLess than 2.5 A(at 7.4 V DC) Rx AF max. Less than 400 mA (FM, FM-N) (8 Ω),Less than 450 mA (DV) (8 Ω)Dimensions (W × H × D) 58.0 × 111.0 × 27.9 mm, 2.3 × 4.4 × 1.2 in(Projections are not included)
Weight (approx.)
300 g, 10.6 oz (with BP-272 & antenna)
GMSK reactance modulation
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)Less than ±5.0/2.5 kHz (FM/FM-N)
2.2 kΩ

Max. frequency deviation
Ext. Mic impedance
RECEIVER
Sensitivity DV
FM, FM-N
Selectivity
Spurious rejection
Audio output Internal SPpower
External SP

Less than 0.2 μV (at 1% BER)
Less than 0.18 μV (at 12 dB SINAD)
More than 50 dB (DV, FM-N), more than 55 dB (FM)More than 60 dB
More than 750 mW (8 Ω load)
More than 200 mW (8 Ω load)

Receiver sensitivity (except amateur bands.)
Frequency range
FM/FM-N/WFM(Unit: MHz)
(12 dB SINAD)
BC band (WFM)
88.000~108.000
Less than 1 μV
A band108.000~136.991–
137.000~142.000
Less than 0.18 μV
142.005~148.000 Less than 0.18 μV
148.005~174.000
Less than 0.32 μV
375.000~399.995 Less than 0.5 μV
400.000~479.000 Less than 0.32 μV
B band137.000~142.000
Less than 0.18 μV
142.005~148.000 Less than 0.18 μV
148.005~174.000
Less than 0.32 μV
375.000~399.995 Less than 0.5 μV
400.000~479.000 Less than 0.32 μV

AM/AM-N(10 dB S/N)–
Less than 1 μV
Less than 1 μV–––––––––All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.
• Battery pack, BP-272 • USB Type-C™ cable, OPC-2480• Antenna, FA-S270C • Belt clip, MB-127 • Hand strap

Supplied accessories* Supplied accessories may differ depending on the transceiver version.

BP-307

Rechargeable
Li-ion, 7.4 V

Rechargeable
Li-ion, 7.2 V

8 hours(FM mode)

12.5 hours(FM mode)

BP-273

BP-272

BP-307

BP-273

RAPID CHARGERAC ADAPTER

BC-202IP2 + BC-123S*1BC-258*2

Charges BP-272/BP-307.
BC-123S is suppliedwith the BC-202IP2.

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

WALL
CHARGERUse with a USB cable(Type-A - USB Type-C™.)

EARPHONE-MICROPHONES

BC-167S*3

HM-153LS

HM-166LS*1 BC-123SA for USA plug, SE for Europe plug. *2 BC-258A for USA plug, E for Europe plug, V for Australia plug.
*3 BC-167SA for USA plug, SD for Europe plug, SV for Australia plug.

SPEAKER-MICROPHONES

HM-243LS
For remotecontrol

HM-183LS
WaterproofCARRYING CASE

HM-186LS

ID-50A

LR6 (AA)batteries×3

1880 mAh (min.) 3050 mAh (min.)Capacity
2000 mAh (typ.) 3150 mAh (typ.)Type of emission
Modes

TRANSMITTER
Modulation DVsystem
FM, FM-N
Output power
Spurious emissions

BP-272HEADSETS and PLUG ADAPTER CABLE
For VOX Operation

Your Perfect
Traveling
Companion!

OPC-2006LS
HS-94

Earhook type

CIGARETTE LIGHTER
CABLES

HS-95

Neck arm type

HS-97

Throat type

DC POWER CABLE

Required whenusing any ofthese headsets.

PLUG ADAPTER
CABLE

OPC-2144
LC-202

Use with BP-272 or BP-273.

CP-12L

OPC-254L

Built-in noise filter

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

APPLICATION SOFTWARE•RS-MS1A: Remote control application for Android™
•RS-MS3A: Terminal/Access point mode application for Android™
•RS-MS3W: Terminal/Access point mode software for Windows™ PC•CS-50: Programming software for Windows™ PC•ST-ID50A: Picture utility software for Android™
•ST-ID50W: Picture utility software for Windows™ PC
 pplications for Android™ can be freely downloaded on Google Play™.
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Software for Windows™ PC can be freely downloaded from the Icom website.

OTHER 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•BC-202IP3L: Rapid charger. Connectable up to 6 units•BC-228: AC adapter for BC-202IP3L multiple connections

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SPEAKER OUTPUT

GPS

7 5 0 mW

IPX7VHF
AIRBAND

USB(Type-C)

MicroSDQSO Anytime, Anywhere, with Easy Functions and Smart Features
Global Communication with the D-STAR Network
The ID-50A is a compact VHF/UHF dual bander with both D-STAR (Digital Smart Technologies for AmateurRadio) and FM dual modes. Connecting to the D-STAR network, you can call a friend in another city, orother regions around the world with the ID-50A. Smart functions such as Band Scope and Picture Sharing
function enhance your QSO experience. Enjoy worldwide communications through the D-STAR network.

InternetRF Signal

Easy D-STAR Settings for Beginners

Simplex Call

The DR function makes communications using D-STAR repeaters easier and simple. Just selecting“FROM”(access repeater) and “TO” (destination), you can make QSO calls including Local Area call,
Gateway call, and Simplex call. Combined with the GPS function, you can make selection of a local repeater available based on your location. In addition, the DR function supports reflector linking controls.

Repeater

Gateway Call
DR function

Share Picture Function*to Expand the Fun of QSOs
You can share pictures with each other in theDV mode. Enjoy sharing pictures together withvoice messages.
* Share picture function
requires the optional
picture utility software
ST-ID50A (on GooglePlay™) or ST-ID50W(Download from Icomwebsite) and user
supplied USB Type-C to
Type-C cable.

Build Your Own Internet Gateway

Repeater

INTERNET

Local Area Call

Gateway Call

Even in the area with no D-STAR repeaters, build your own internet
gateway (using Terminal mode and Access Point mode*) to accessthe D-STAR network virtually anywhere. Building an Access Point iseasy, by connecting your ID-50A to a PC or an Android™ device
connected to the internet, you will be able to make another D-STAR
radio user to communicate through the D-STAR network over the air.
* The RS-MS3W optional software (Download from Icom website) and user supplied USB Type-C/
USB Type-C cable are required for Access Point mode. The RS-MS3A optional application software(Download on Google Play™) and user supplied USB Type-C/USB Type-C cable are required for
Terminal mode. Terminal and Access Point modes are compatible with the Icom RS-RP3 Gateway
Software. If your D-STAR repeater is running G1 or G2 software, ask the repeater administrator tocontact the local Icom Distributor to upgrade the software.
• You need an Internet connection with an IPv4 Global IP address. If you use a cellular system, you needan IPv4 Global IP address assigned to your Android™ device.

RepeaterCQ

Terminal ModeCQ

Access Point Mode

Smart Functions and Operations
Easily Find Active Channels by Sight
The Band Scope with Waterfall display helps
you to see band conditions in more detail andfind active channels or an open frequency.
The Waterfall display shows presence orabsence of signals andeven the signal level.
The Band Scope modeis usable in the Centermode, Fixed mode, andFixed scroll mode. You
can enjoy efficient andsmart operations with it. Waterfall display example

 eliable To Use in Rainy
Ror Humid Environments

VHF Airband andFM Broadcast Receiver

Charging witha USB Type-C™ Connector

High Visible LCDwith Backlight Function

The ID-50A features superior IPX7* waterproofing and pro-grade construction. Perfect to takeoutdoors, even in harsh environments.

FM broadcast andAirband can belistened to. You canenjoy receiving
variety of channels.

The ID-50A has a USB type-C por twhich is widely used in the industry. It isa multi-function USB por t for charging
as well as PC programming, read/write
contents to the microSD card, Terminal/Access Point mode support, and CI-Vcontrol.

The ID-50A’s large full dot LCD showsgraphical information with easy-toread characters andicons. In addition,the LCD backlighthelps when using indark places.

*1 m depth of water for 30 minutes.

Double QSO Opportunities with Dualwatch
The Dualwatch function* enables monitoring
VHF/VHF, VHF/UHF and UHF/UHF bands atthe same time. You can quickly respond to a callfrom the Main and Sub bands.
* DV/DV mode cannot be listened at the same time.

 njoy D-STAR Text Message
ECommunication

VHF/UHF DUAL BAND DIGITAL
TRANSCEIVER

ID-50A

By installing RS-MS1A App on your Android™
device, you can easily
send text messages using
your device’s keyboard
to enter text. Also theRS-MS1A can remotelycontrol the transceiver
operation and set variousDR setting
Text transmissionfunctions from your Andisplay example display example
droid™ device.

VHF/VHF

VHF/UHF

UHF/UHF

Various Data Saving on a MicroSD Card
A microSD card (up to 32 GB) can store QSO Recording, TX Voice Memory, pictures, QSOs and GPS log
data. Moreover, Firmware upgrades, Repeater lists,and other personal settings can be saved and uploaded into the ID-50A radio.

VHF Airband receiver

Use a third-party USB cable for charging. USB PD is not supported.

Large full dot LCD

Find Nearby Repeaters
at a New Location
With the built-in GPS, your location and current Grid Square information can be checkedby other stations. You can check the distanceto the other stations as well.
Various GPS functions
are usable with theGPS location data,such as Position Auto
Reply, Near Repeater
Search, and GPS log
functions.
Repeater list

Same Optional Accessories canbe shared with the ID-52/51/31
Some accessories of the ID-52/ID-51/ID-31
series transceivers can be used for ID-50A.
Moreover, the large capacity battery pack,
BP-307 from the IC-705 is compatible withID-50A as well. If you own these models, you
can take advantage of sharing accessories.

QSO Logs in CSV Data Format
Frequencies, modes, and GPS logs can besaved in the CSV data format. Various kindsof QSO information can be downloaded andeasily managed.

750 mW Loud Audio Output Power
Built-in 750 mW powerful audio output. Theinternal speaker provides louder and clearer audio.

Other Features• Easy-to-see Single Band Mode with large
and bold characters.
• DV fast data mode uses data in placeof voice frames• Voice Recorder function• External DC power jack• Weather channel receive (USA/CAN)