Icom IC-705 A to Z #1  Initial radio setup
Channel: Ham Radio A2Z
Date: 2020-11-21

NOTICE:  In July 2021 the channel name changed from HamCuredSmoke 
To Ham Radio A2Z.  All of the earlier videos (like this one) are still available.


Well, this is the first, official A to Z video for the IC-705.  So I guess I'm committed now.  Sometimes my wife tells me that I should be committed. 😊
This video just covers some of the initial setup items to get started with the radio.  We'll look at the 12V power cord, a look at some mounting options, installing a micro-SD card and programming your call sign into the radio.  I also point you toward a good segment on Amateurlogic.tv that explains how to update the firmware in the radio.
In upcoming videos, we'll start walking through specific features and functions of the radio.

Check out the companion website for this channel at:  https://a-2-z.tech/

Links to Amateurlogic.tv Episode #148 that covers updating the IC-705 firmware:

ALTV website link to download the complete episode:   https://www.amateurlogic.tv/transmitter/video/amlogic148_h264.mp4

YouTube link to complete ALTV #148 episode:  https://youtu.be/Rydi-dLZ-L4 
YouTube link directly to firmware update segment in episode #148:   https://youtu.be/Rydi-dLZ-L4?t=1675

Links to some AMPS compatible mounting plates that fit the bottom of the radio
(Note:  These are affiliate links.  I get a small commission if you buy through these links):

iBOLT 1" ball, composite AMPS Plate:  https://amzn.to/338qpmF
RAM rail mount kit with AMPS plate:  https://amzn.to/35POMY0
Round 1" ball mount plate w/ AMPS hole pattern:  https://amzn.to/3flqQPj
RAM 1" ball double socket arm w/ AMPS hole pattern round plates:  https://amzn.to/3lTXbPJ