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 Version
coverage
ID-50E(Unit: MHz) #12 EUR

Transmit
144~146,430~440

Receiver(A) 108~174, 375~479*(B) 137~174, 375~479*

Broadcast band
76.00~108.00

BATTERY PACKS AND CASE

(A) means A band, (B) means B band. Guaranteed Range:* 144~146, 430~440 MHz

Type of emission
Modes

F2D, F3E, F7W
DV, FM, FM-N, WFM, AM, AM-N
(WFM, AM and AM-N are Rx only)
Number of500 memory channels, 4 call channels, 25 scan edges,
memory channels
100 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)
TRANSMITTER
Modulation DV
systemFM, FM-N
Output power

Max. frequency deviation
Ext. Mic impedance

GMSK reactance modulationFM 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

RECEIVER
Sensitivity DV
FM, FM-N
Selectivity
Spurious rejection
Audio output Internal SP
power
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)

Spurious emissions

Receiver sensitivity (except amateur bands.)
Frequency range FM/FM-N/WFM AM/AM-N(Unit: MHz)
(12 dB SINAD)(10 dB S/N)
BC band (WFM)
76.000~108.000 Less than 1 μV–
A band108.000~136.991–
Less than 1 μV
137.000~142.000 Less than 0.18 μV Less than 1 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–
All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.
• Antenna, FA-S270C • USB Type-C™ cable, OPC-2480• Battery pack, BP-272 • Belt clip, MB-127 • Hand strap

Supplied accessories

Supplied accessories may differ depending on the transceiver version.

Batterypacks

BP-272

BP-307

TypeRechargeable
Li-ion, 7.4 V

Rechargeable
Li-ion, 7.2 V

BP-273LR6 (AA)batteries
×31880 mAh (min.) 3050 mAh (min.)Capacity
2000 mAh (typ.) 3150 mAh (typ.)Operatingtime*
BP-272

BP-307

BP-273

RAPID CHARGER

AC ADAPTER

BC-202IP2 + BC-123S*1

BC-258*2

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

8 hours(FM mode)

12.5 hours(FM mode)-* 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

HM-153LS

BC-167S*3

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
Waterproof

HM-186LS

HEADSETS and PLUG ADAPTER CABLE
For VOX Operation

OPC-2006LS
HS-94

Earhook typeCARRYING CASE

CIGARETTE LIGHTER
CABLES

LC-202CP-12L

HS-95

Neck arm type

HS-97

Throat type

DC POWER CABLE

Your Perfect
Travelling
Companion!

Required whenusing any ofthese headsets.

PLUG ADAPTER
CABLE

OPC-2144
Use with BP-272 or BP-273.

Built-in noise filter

OPC-254L

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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group of companies. Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google LLC. USB Type-C is a trademark of USB Implementers Forum, Inc. All other trademarks are the properties of theirrespective holders.
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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-50E is a compact VHF/UHF dual bander with both D-STAR (Digital Smart Technologies for Amateur Radio) and FM dual modes. Connecting to the Digital network, you can call a friend in another city, orother regions around the world with the ID-50E. 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
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, youcan make selection of a local repeater available based on your location. In addition, the DR
function supports reflector linking controls.

Share Picture Function*to Expand the Fun of QSOs
You can share pictures with each otherin the DV mode. Enjoy sharing pictures
together with voice messages.
* Share picture
function requires
the optional picture
utility software STID50A (on GooglePlay™) or ST-ID50W(Download fromIcom website) anduser supplied USB
Type-C to Type-C
cable.

Simplex Call
Repeater

Gateway Call

DR function

Build Your Own Internet Gateway

Repeater

INTERNET

Local Area Call

Even in the area with no D-STAR repeaters, build your own internet gateway (using Terminal mode and Access Point mode*) to access the D-STAR network virtually anywhere. Building an Access
Point is easy, by connecting your ID-50E 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.

Gateway Call

* 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 arerequired for Terminal mode. Terminal and Access Point modes are compatible with the Icom RSRP3 Gateway Software. If your D-STAR repeater is running G1 or G2 software, ask the repeateradministrator to contact 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, youneed an IPv4 Global IP address assigned to your Android™ device.

Repeater

CQ

Terminal Mode

CQ

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 and even the signal level.
The Band Scope modeis usable in the Centermode, Fixed mode,and Fixed scroll mode.
You can enjoy efficientand smart 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-50E features superior IPX7* waterproofing and pro-grade construction. Perfectto take outdoors, even in harsh environments.

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

The ID-50E has a USB type-C port which
is widely used in the industry. It is a multi-function USB port for charging as well as
PC programming, read/write contents to themicroSD card, Terminal/Access Point mode
support, and CI-V control.

The ID-50E’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 Opportunitieswith Dualwatch
The Dualwatch function* enables monitoring
VHF/VHF, VHF/UHF and UHF/UHF bands atthe same time. You can quickly respond to acall from the Main and Sub bands.
* DV/DV mode cannot be listened at the same time.

 Enjoy D-STAR Text Message
Communication

VHF/UHF DUAL BAND DIGITAL
TRANSCEIVER

ID-50E

By installing RS-MS1A App on your Android™
device, you can easily send text messages
using your device’s
keyboard to enter text.
Also the RS-MS1A canremotely control thetransceiver operationand set various functions from your AnDR setting
Text transmission
droid™ device.
display example display example

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 besaved and uploaded into the ID-50E radio.

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

Find Nearby Repeaters
at a New Location
With the built-in GPS, your location andcurrent Grid Square information can bechecked by other stations. You can check thedistance to 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 usedfor ID-50E. Moreover, the large capacity battery pack, BP-307 from the IC705 is compatible with ID-50E as well.
If you own these models, you can takeadvantage of sharing accessories.

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

Large full dot LCD

750 mW Loud Audio Output Power
Built-in 750 mW powerful audio output.
The internal speaker provides louder andclearer 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