VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER

Slim, Stylish, Powerful VHF
with Professional Features

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ULast Call Voice Recording
VOICE RECORDING

The last call voice recording function automatically saves the last incoming call for one minute. You can also start recording manually. You will not
miss an important call.

ACTIVENOISE CANCEL

Active Noise Cancelling Technology

The built-in bidirectional active noise cancelling reduces background noise
to up to 90% and improves both your transmitted voice and incoming call.
You will hear better and clearer!

700mW
LOUD AUDIOBASS BOOST
FUNCTION

700 mWLoud Audio

6W

OUTPUT POWER

6 W RF
Output Power

Bass Boost Function

The signal processing technology emphasizes low-pitched sound toprovide a rich bass sound for both transmit and receive signals.

IPX8
SUBMERSIBLE PLUS™

IPX8 Submersible Plus™
WaterproofingVHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER
700 mW Loud Audio

IPX8 Submersible Plus™

Additional features

The IC-M73 uses a BTL (bridge-tied load)
amplifier that doubles the audio output. Itsinternal speaker delivers a loud 700 mW
audio output with clear sound.

The IC-M73 continues to offer Icom’s bestwaterproof protection. The radio has beentested to survive after being submersed in
1.5 m (4.9 ft) depth of water for 30 minutes.

6 W RF Output PowerSlim, Hourglass Body
Wide Viewing Angle LCD• AquaQuake™ prevents audio degradationfrom a water-logged speaker• Dual/Tri-Watch function for monitoring
Channel 16 and/or call channel• 4 level battery indicator• Favorite channel and tag scan functions• Rapid desktop charger, BC-210, and cigarette lighter cable, CP-25H, are supplied• Optional waterproof speaker-microphones, HM-167 and HM-202• Auto power save function• Basic version (no voice recorder, no noise
canceller and no bass boost function)
available for limited markets.

The IC-M73’s 6 Watts of transmit power will
provide extended communication range forthe user. A large capacity Lithium-Ion battery, BP-245H allows for 17 hours of operation, under normal conditions*.
* Typical operation with 5:5:90 duty ratio.
20 hours for basic version.

The IC-M73 has a stylish, ergonomic design. A durable and rugged body provides
for user-friendly operation and long life. Awide viewing angle, high intensity LCD offers bright, easy to read characters.

SPECIFICATIONSApplicable U.S. Military Specifications & IP Rating

GENERAL

TRANSMITTER

Frequency range

Output power (Hi/Mid/Low)
Max. frequency deviation
Frequency stability
Spurious emissions
Adjacent channel power
Audio harmonic distortion
Residual modulation

Tx
156.025–157.425 MHz
Rx
156.050–163.275 MHz
Usable channel groups
INT, USA, CAN, WX channels
Type of emission
16K0G3E (FM)Current drain (approximate)Tx 6 W output
1.5 A
Rx Max. audio (Int SP/Ext SP) 450 mA/250 mA
Operating temp. range–20°C to +60°C; –4°F to +140°F
Antenna impedance
50 Ω
Dimensions (W×H×D)
52.5×125×30 mm
2.0×4.9×1.2 in(projections not included)

320 g; 11.3 oz

Weight (approximate)(With BP-245H, FA-S64V, MB-103)

Measurements made in accordance with TIA/EIA-603. All statedspecifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

OPTIONS

6 W/3 W/1 W±5.0 kHz±10 ppm–68 dBc typical
70 dB
10% (at 60% dev.)
40 dB

RECEIVER
Sensitivity
0.22 µV typical (at 12dB SINAD)
Squelch sensitivity
0.35 µV typical (at threshold)Adjacent channel selectivity 70 dB typical
Spurious response
70 dB typicalIntermodulation
70 dB typical
Hum and noise
40 dB
Audio output power
700 mW typical (Internal SP)(at 10% distortion, 8 Ω load)
350 mW typical (External SP)

RAPID CHARGER

BC-197

BC-210BP-245H Li-Ion 7.2 V,

Charges the BP-245H in 3 hours (approx.).

Charges up to six BP-245H in 3 hours (approx.).

2100 mAh (min.), 2250 mAh (typ.).

* BC-123SA for 120V AC. SE for 230V AC.

AD-129 is supplied with the BC-197, depending on version.

SPEAKER-MICROPHONES

HM-167
IPX8 rugged type

BELT CLIPS

HM-202
IPX7 compact typeMB-86
Swivel type

Ingress Protection Standard
Water
IPX8 (Waterproof protection)

MULTI-CHARGER

BC-157S

BC-123S*

Applicable IP Rating

Supplied Accessories:

Some options may not be available in some countries. Please ask your dealer for details.

BATTERY PACKMIL 810G
Standard
MethodProcedure
Low Pressure
500.5
I, II
High Temperature
501.5
I, II
Low Temperature
502.5
I, II
Temperature Shock
503.5
I-C
Solar Radiation
505.5
I
Rain Blowing/Drip506.5
I, III
Humidity
507.5
IISalt Fog
509.5–
Dust Blowing
510.5
I
Immersion
512.5
I
Vibration
514.6
I
Shock
516.6
I, IV
Also meets equivalent MIL-STD-810-C, -D, -E and -F.

CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE& DC POWER CABLES

BELT HANGERS

MB-103
Alligator typeMB-96N
Swivel typeMB-96F
Fixed type

• Cigarette lighter cable, CP-25H • AC adapter, BC-123SA/SE*• Rapid charger, BC-210 • Battery pack, BP-245H• Belt clip, MB-103• Antenna, FA-S59V or FA-S64V*• Hand strap* May differ depending on version.

MB-96FLLong type

ANTENNAS

CP-25H

OPC-515L

OPC-656

For use with
BC-210For use with
BC-210For use with
BC-197

FA-S59V (Left) 150 mm
FA-S64V (Right) 115 mm

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