\xsatss fe} ICOM Instruction Manual HF ALL BAND TRANSCEIVER IC-725CAUTIONS INTRODUCTION 1) Before using the 10-725, read all instructions enretully and completly. (2) SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL — Thit instruc {Hon manual contains important safety and operating natrectiors for the IC-725. (3) NEVER connect the DC power cable to on AG suite, “This will ruin the transeeber, a NEVER apply more than 16 V DC ta the DC POWER SOCKET on the trantoeiver rear panel. Chock the Power taurce voltage before connecting the power sable, (5) NEVER atlow children ta touch the transcsiver during aparhion, NEVER expate the tansotiver to rain, enw oF any Hiquia. (7) AVOID using o¢ storing the transceiver in temperatures below - 10°C: (214°) oF over *80°C 1140 F. eom’s new 1-725 HF ALL BAND TRANSCEIVER is designed ta meet the inereating demand of today’s amsteur radia Uvers for eranscobvers with fewer controls and-ywitehes, tenecialiy for hands ree mobile operation. ‘The 726 has the following atvanced fe ‘®DDS [Direct Digital Synthesizer) (926 user-programmable memory channels #2scan types 910d pessmplitier (920 48 attenuator To thoroughly understand the capabilites of your nee 1C-725, please reed this manual carefully bafore attempting operation, (f you have any questions regarding the opera: tion of the 10-725, feel tree to comact your nearest authariged lear Dealer or Sorvice Cente. OPERATING CAUTIONS UNPACKING (1) In any motile operation, DO NOT operate the trans. ceiver without running the vehicle's engine. The vehicle's battory will quickly run out if the trantesiver ‘Bower if ON while your vehiele'e engine is OFF. 2} In. masitime mobile operation, keep interconnection ‘cables as far away a portible from electronic instru. ‘ments to peevant instrument malfunctions, (3) BE CAREFULI If the transceiver is not securely mounted with bolts and nuts, personal injury oF Aranicelver damage could eceur due to braking. Have shook, vibrations, atc (4) AVOID using the ansceiver in. exoenbrely dusty fervironments (5) AVOID placing the wansexiver indirect sunlight. (6) BE CAREFUL! The heatsink may become hat when ‘operating the transcslver continuously for long periods (7) Transmitting without an antenna may damage the sranweelver, ‘cemented with he 1-725: on DG poww cable OPOGIBAD 5. sess eveyeesere |@ Mand micropmona MIA) D Soarefurr [20 Abe <= yo eset Soe Soerefoee WAN Serewa BI Ain 12 CR (or covonat i623 1B Serevm G03 wf (for optoral MB23innallation? 34, PRE-OPERATION . TABLE OF CONTENTS ‘CAUTIONS. . OPERATING CAUTIONS - INTRODUCTION .. UNPACKING TABLE OF CONTENTS. 1. CONTROL FUNCTIONS. ........... 1-1. FRONT PANEL, 1-2 REAR PANEL. oo) 1-9 MICROPHONE (HM-12) . 1-4 FUNCTION DIEPLAY || 1 3 2 4 2. INSTALLATION ...).6.,00000e20e BB 2-1 UNPACKING... 5 MOUNTING THE TRANSCEIVER. 5 5 5 5 6 2-2 2-4 ANTENNA... 2.4 GROUNDING meee 2-5 WIRING THE DC POWER CABLE, , 2.6 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS. .- 3, SYSTEM INTERCONNECTIONS ...,7~ 12 POWER SUPPLY CONNECTIONS. r LINEAR AMPLIFIER CONNECTIONS. . @ ANTENNA TUNER CONNECTIONS... AH. OPERATING PROCEDURES 10 AFSK TERMINAL UNIT CONNECTION, 10 MIC CONNECTOR INFORMATION... 10 ACC SOCKET INFORMATION... 11 REMOTE JACK (CLV) INFORMATION... .0-22-2e,-005- 12 1 INITIAL SETTINGS. 2 FREQUENCY SELECTION... % 3 VFO A AND VFO B SELECTION... 18 4 RECEIVER CONTROLS AND SWITCHES... 5 TRANSMITTER CONTROLS ‘AND SWITCH GOL Nat 5. BASIC OPERATION . SSB OPERATION .. CW OPERATION. - ‘Ait OPERATION, FM OPERATION 20 RIT/O4 FUNCTION. 12.022 c col. 2 SPLIT OPERATION. «02 .ocecce oss 20 6, MEMORY CHANNEL OPERATION .... 22 6:1 VFO AND MEMORY MODE SELECTION . sere ee 6-2 MEMORY CHANWEL SELECTION |... 22 6.3 MEMORY WRITING - ieee 6-4 FREQUENCY TRANSFERRING Imm vFO).. 2... sonata 2B 7. SCANNING OPERATION, . 2-1 SCAN TYPES... 7-2. PROGRAMMED SCAN... 7-3. MEMORY SCAN... 7-4 SELECTED MODE MEMORY SCAN 7-5 SUPPLEMENTAL SCAN SETTINGS... 23 8, MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT... <-- 24~ 2B +1 DISASSEMBLING THE TRANSCEIVER, «rss eseersss-e1+ 94 8-2. FUSE REPLACEMENT. - woes 8-3 CPU RESETTING ..0.2 0. eee ee. 28 8-4 CPU BACKUP BATTERY...) |... 25 B-5 CLEANING. ...2.. 24.00 128 8-6 TROUBLESHOOTING. |... ......... 28 8-7 ADJUSTMENTS. . : D 9, INSTALLATION OF OPTIONS. . 8-1 UL7 AM FA UNIT... 9-2 UT-90 PROGRAMMABLE TONE ENCODER UNIT... ae} 8-3. CW NARROM FILTERS, 1.05... 28 9-4 CR-64 HIGH-STABILITY CRYSTAL unit. sa, 8-5 MB22 CARRYING HANDLE......., 30 10, INSIDE VIEWS . 10-1 MAIN UNIT. 10-2 PLL UNIT... 11. BLOCK DIAGRAM 12. SPECIFICATIONS . 13, OPTIONS . SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM. ...... SEPARATE Tech Talk trom fcom Vina f tha function of the band stacking register? vinat is ALC? eas ata‘m1 41 FRONT PANEL AR-@ SOL MIC-@ AF Pun (RECEIVE INDICATOR Indicates that the squelch it open. ( TRANSMIT/ALG INDICATOR (p. 16) Lights when the transceiver is trantmitting. @ METER Shows the strength of & rocalved signal anc relative ‘output power while tranamitting, @ VFO. SWITCH [VFO) (om. 14, 22) Selects WFO A or ¥FQ 8 for tuning purpoues @ SPLIT SWITCH [SPLIT] (p.21) Selects split operation, (MEMORY CHANNEL UP/DOWN SWITCHES [UP] {Down} tp. 22) Changes memory channels. MEMORY WRITE swiTcH [MW] (p. 22) Stores the displayed frequency and mode into the iglayad memory ehanel. (MEMORY READ SWITCH [MEMO] {p.22) Select: MEMORY CHANNEL mode, @RIT SWITCH CRIT] Kpgs. 15,21) ‘Turne ON and OFF the BIT circuit CONTROL FUNCTIONS AF-@-SOL — MIC-E-RF PWR (HAUT CONTROL (pos. 16, 20) Shifte te rooaive Frequency when the AIT function is oN, (DFUNCTION SWITCH [FUNC] the secondary switch functions FONCTION leuwe} + (SUT TUNG) + [awh (rune) + [RITH Sypsees ha ARS We AUTO™ tune] + (rumen) | ETC arena TUNER {egttonat to. tab FUNCT + (eral —_| Change Tune) * [AND] Turse OW aed OFF he 1a He al | arte recency dastey fb. 14) ‘Actatan ae rnada elaine? me mary ton. i. (BANTENNA TUNER SWITCH [TUNER] {p.10) ‘Tune the AH-3 HF AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER, (optianat) {5 BAND SWITEN [BAND] (p.13) Allows the MAIN DIAL toxeiec bend ony‘Sa Seton <4 FUNCTION DISPLAY CONTROL FUNCTIONS 4 =) eae MEMO: AGEL son 21 wewo | ww DIAL Lock switc [LocK! sivates the MAIN DIAL and transmits a subsudible tone signal in FM mods, MMe TUNING RATE SWITCH [MHz] (p. 14) ‘Sets the tuning steps at 1 MH, (5 Kee TUNING RATE SWITCH [ki] (p, 14) ‘Sets the tuning rate for V KHz steps MAIN DIAL ‘Changes the displayed frequency. SP BAAKE ADJUSTMENT SCREW (0.27) Adjusts MAIN DIAL tension. GB MOE SWITCHES (ops. 17 ~ 20) Selects the desired opécating made. ® AGC SWITCH [AGC] (p. 15) CChangas the tine constant of the AGC circuit. GD PREAMP SWITCH [PRE] (p15) ‘Activates the builtin 10 @B goin AF preamplifier. ATTENUATOR SWITCH [ATTI (p, 151 FS prevent front ane MEMO | mw [ooww GD NOISE BLANKER SWITCH [NB] {p.15) Activates the noise blanker circuit, EMIC CONNECTOR IMIC] (9. 10) ‘Accepts eam hand or desk microphones, Re Sectian 13 OFTIONS. oP RF POWER CONTROL (RF PWR] (9, 161 ‘Adjusts PF output power. Mic GAIN CONTROL [MIC] (p.16) ‘Adjusts microphone input git 4 SQUELCH CONTROL [SOLI (p. 151 ‘Adjusts the squelch threshold level, @ AF GAIN CONTROL LAF] [. 15) ‘Adjusts audio output level. @ HEADPHONES JACK (PHONE! ‘Accepts a standard 1/4 inch plug frem-4~ 16 Smono OF stereo headphones 2 TRANSMIT/RECEIVE SWITCH [TRANSMIT] Selects transit or receive a) POWER SWITCH [POWER] ‘Turns the power ON and OFF.4 CONTROL FUNCTIONS 1-2 REAR PANEL ® @ ANTENNA CONNECTOR (oys.5, 6) Conneets a 50.42 antenna vith a PL259 phon. GU.CLY REMOTE CONTROL JACK Ip. 12) Destanad for use with a personal computer for remote ‘operation ef trameniue functions. Hh DE PORER SOCKET ip. 7) Aceupis 13.8.¥ DC using the supplied DC cable. @& TUNER CONTAOL SOCKET (p.9) ‘Accepts the optional AH. HF AUTOMATIC ANTEN: Ni TUNER consral cable. SEND CONTROL JACK fp. 8) Gots to ground when transmitting e control an external wri, 4D ALC INPUT JACK (9. €) Connects to the ALC output jack of a nomicom linear arlifier. 1-3 MICROPHONE (HM-12) & ACCESSORY SOGKETS (p. 11) Inpurt and output connections for external equipment, BY OW KEY JACK (pss. 6, 18) ‘Accepts a straight key or electronic keyer with # stan: rd 1/4 inch Seeonductor plug db CW BREAKIN DELAY CONTROL (p. 18) ‘Adjusts the transmit-toreeeive switching delay tim (CWT semi brezk-n operation, A) GW SEMI BREAKIN SWITCH {o. 18) “Turns ON and OFF the CW sem) bt0a8-In operation, W EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK (p. Connect a4 ~ 18.2 speaker here, 7 exqired, 1 GROUND TERMINAL ‘pss, 5, 6) Ta prevent elvetiical shocks, TW), BCI and other probe Jems, connect this terminal to ground, i UP/DOWN SWITCHES ‘Changes the operating frequency or memory chanel Push and hold either of these switches to change the frequency or mamory channel continuously. PTT smiTcH Push to transmit, |) UP/DOWN ON/OFF SWITCH Prevents accidental changes of the [UP] and (ON) switches1-4 FUNCTION DISPLAY GONTROL FUNGTIONS { {SCAN INDICATOR “SCAN” ip. 23) Lights when sean if operating. MODE INDICATORS Inccates the operating mode, WAIT INDICATORS “RIT" (p20) [Lights wher the FIT function i¢ tured OW. JE FUNCTION INDICATOR “FUNC” Lights when the [FUNC] switch is pushed. MEMORY INDICATOR “MEMO” fp, 22) Lights when MEMORY mod is solected, S) MEMORY CHANNEL INDICATOR ip. 22 Shows memory channel numbers @ SPLIT INDICATOR “SPLIT” 4p. 21) Lights when split operation is being wend, VFO INDICATORS “VFO A” “VFO B” (p Hoicate a VFO mode. FREQUENCY DISPLAY Dieplays the operating fracweney, S) THROUGH INDICATOR “THRU” (p, 10) Ligits whan the AWS HE AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER optional) & bypated. SUTUNING INDICATOR “TUNE” {p. 10) Lights when the AH-3 HF AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER (aptional) it being tune (ETUNING DIGIT INDICATORS “~" (pgs. 13, 141 Points to the lowest digit changed whan the MAIN [DIAL is rotate,2 INSTALLATION 24 UNPACKING ‘After unpacking. immediately describe any damage to the delivering carrier ar dealer, Keep the shipping cartons. For 1 dureription and a diagram of accassory equipment in- ‘chided with the 1C-725, see UNPACKING on the inside front eover. 2-2 MOUNTING THE TRANSCEIVER Select a location for the tanceWer that allows ade quate ‘elroylation and access to the from and rear panels. Dp not blect to extreme heat, cold, or vibrations, For mobile installations, ay optional ICMES MOBILE MOUNTING BRACKET ie available, Select @ location which can supgort the weight af the transceiver and doos fat interfore with the operation of the vehicte ‘®ADIUSTABLE ANGLES ‘The stand on the bottom of the 1C-725 gives the transceiver two oslactable angie. PL.269 CONNECTOR INSTALLATION Covpting ing 4 32m UE = a {Sra om Tamm Setser Be ie ce uz={ Gp inch = 264 me 2-3 ANTENNA Select an antenna, such as a wellmetched 609 antenna and feedlieg, The transmission ling should be 2 coaxial (ale. VSWR shoul be fous than 15:1. 2-4 GROUNDING ‘Fo.prevent electrical shocks, TV! BCI and other prablems, ground the transceiver thraugh the GROUND terminal on ‘the rear panel For best ronult, connect a heavy gauge wire or strap t0 Jong earthsunk copper rod, Make the distance between the ‘GROUND terminal and ground a8 tort a5 possible. 2-5 WIRING THE DC POWER CABLE Iraert a rubber grommet te the OC power eable ts prevant shorting. 1) Slide the coupling ing over the coaxial cable. 2) Stri- tha cable as shown In the diagram, and soft solder the canter conductor. 23) Shige the connector body onto the cable andl volder. 4] Scrow the coupling rng onte the eannector body.2-6 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS INSTALLATION 2 ANTENNA CONNECTOR ‘Dipole antenna ET Yogi beam antenna GROUND. TERMINAL The tramesiver MUST bbe grounded through this teemial hv REMOTE CONTROL JACK Tranaceive function cone ton with another leon HE transcalver oF recsiver. Computer control cannection theough a CT-1? CLV LEVEL| CONVERTER foptional. PSS AG POWER SUPPLY See p. 7 for eonneetions, 5P.7 EXTERNAL SPEAKER ‘Hohe ana design ‘are_maiched with ‘the 10-728. 3 KEY JACK Straight key oF external ectranse kever connection. Zeanductor phone plug.can shia be used ‘AW3 HE AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER | See pos. Band 10 for deta, Alena evement ett tet pariia 3 SYSTEM INTERCONNECTIONS 3-1 POWER SUPPLY CONNECTIONS Use the PESS AG POWER SUPPLY (sald separately) ‘whan operating the 1C-725 with AC poor, Refer to the ‘lagram betow. ‘The [POWER] switeh on tho IC-726 front panel synchro: plans the PS-55 with the 1-726. SCONNECTING THE PS-5 The (POWER) enitch synchronizes the PS58 AC POWER SUPFLY Before ‘connecting the OC power _ check the folowing important terns. Me be (FONE) switch OFF ©) eOurput eltage of the, power, soures is pameai scicane wer een eat ‘com powes supply. DC power eable polarity is correct. Fed => positive (+) taming! 115 black. neuative {=} termina ‘*CONNECTING A NONICOM AC POWER SUPPLY Wack ret 2 3 Ye he wid DBE power subte NOTE: Use ein oe th cable camnaiiors, ¥3-2 LINEAR AMPLIFIER CONNECTIONS To connect the {C-2KL LINEAR AMPLIFIER or 3 linear amplifier noc rads by leom, refer to the diagram below. The optional 12K MF LINEAR AMPLIFIER may two exsily connected to the 10-725, OPC-11B (sold separately) ianecesary. CONNECTING THE IC2KL ACC CABLE (supplied wt 12K COAXIAL GABLE (Supe wih FO2KL) Tole2KUrs SYSTEM INTERCONNECTIONS 3. "When connecting the transceiver to = non-leom tin amplifier, connect the cables ws shown in the diagram below. The specification for the keying relay it DC 18 V, 2A it the linear amplifier requires greater voltage than tho above value, a large relay must be installed between the ‘mplitier and the transcsiver. a ‘acc Re INFUTO Aco Fate separarery) ‘®CONNECTING A NON-ICOM LINEAR AMPI aan 00 COAXIAL CABLE ions& SYSTEM INTERCONNECTIONS 3-3 ANTENNA TUNER CONNECTIONS it fy recommanded that an team antenna tunar be used between the 1C-725 and the antenna system for maxirum ‘transceiver performance, Rafer to the Instruction manuals of exch antenns tuner below for more detalied connecting and operating infor ration. \Winen connecting the 1C-725 ta the 1G-ATSDO or 1C-A’ the optional OPC-118 INTERFACE CABLE is necessary. ‘SCONNECTING THE 1C.AT5OO eoaMIAL CABLE {sumpiied wit C-ATECOL teaTe00 (supped wits TDK } COANIAL cAgLE [apple HOKE) forc-ire isc wows @CONNECTING THE AT.150 COAXIAL CABLE {Sampied wm ATOR To ANTENNA (Spied with AT 16) = cnounn: ‘SCONNECTING THE AH-3 On AH2 To anreNnin m= Element3-4 AH-3 OPERATING PROCEDURES ‘The AH-3 HF AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER is designed for use with the IC-725. By pushing the [TUNER] switch on the IC-725 front panel, the AH-3 tunes at 50 {2 fon 1.8 MHz ~ 30 MHz with a length of 12 m (40 ft) wir. ‘The AH-2a HF AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER can be sed with the IC-725 without the supplied CONTROLLER UNIT. Following are the simple operation procedures for using the AH3 HF AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER: 1) Connect cables from the AH-3 and antenna wire as shown in the diagram on p. 8 2) Turn transceiver power ON. 3-5 AFSK TERMINAL UNIT SYSTEM INTERCONNECTIONS 3 3) Select the desired band and frequency. 4) Push the [TUNER] switch, ‘* “TUNE” flashes on the FUNCTION DISPLAY. The AH-3 automatically tunes at 60 22 '5) “TUNE” steadily appears when the AH-3 tunes t 60 2. 6) “THRU” appears when the AH-3 cannot tune at 60 2. ‘When “THRU” appears, the AH-3 is bypassed and the ‘antenna wire is connected to the antenna connector on the 16-728 directly. 7) When you want to bypass the AH-3 manually, push the [UNC] switch then push the [TUNER] switch. “THRU” appears on the FUNCTION DISPLAY. CONNECTION See p. 11 for ACC(1) and MIC CONNECTOR pin information When operating an AFSK such as RTTY, AMTOR or packet, connect external equipment to the ACC\1) SOCKET on the rear panel or MIC CONNECTOR on the front panel asin the following diagram below. ‘*Using the ACC(1) SOCKET {var panel vow) ® 0 p— BW HETE @6Rouv> AFSK output OsKeev a ale Reo + Jar nour Using the MIC CONNECTOR _ @ -—_saveton inowt @whrTe ® rr Oc eer © round {GND} BG kouve ® Oke0 ° APSR TERMINAL UNIT 3-6 MIC CONNECTOR INFORMATION foreetye? — @ar oureur GND OMe ery microphone ground) @+av oe. @scno a — ‘UP/DOWN ‘@err @SQUELCH SWITCH PINNO. [FUNCTION DESCRIPTION 2 | #8V DC output | Max. 10 mA Frequen Ground 3 [Frequency down” | Ground through 470 g | Saveteh open | U 7 ‘Squelch closed | “HIGH” level CAUTION: DO NOT short pin 2 to ground as this ean damage the internal 8 V regulat wSYSTEM INTERCONNECTIONS ‘eHMA2 SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM (1) ACG(1) SOCKET 3-7 ACC SOCKET INFORMATION PIN NO. [PIN NAME DESCRIPTION * #7 SPECIFICATIONS 7 NC ‘No connection. 2 @ | oxo Connects to ground, ‘Connected in parallel with ACC{(2) pin 2. Tnputfoutput pin. ‘Ground level —05~08V 3.€ | SEND | Goes to ground when transiting Input current less than 20 mA, When grounded, transmits. Connected in parallel with ACCI2) pin 3, ‘Modulator input. Input impedance: 10k 4 Pry} Moo Connects to a modulator. Input level Approx. 100 mV ems . = ‘AF detector output. Output impedance : 4.7K ce Fixed, regardless of [AF] position, ‘Output level 100 ~ 300 mV rms 5 sais | Sveleh output ‘SQL open Less than 0.3 V/5 mA = Goes to ground when squelch opens. | SOL closed More than 6.0 V/100 uA f ‘Output current: Max. 1A, fee | tattered Connected in parallel with ACC(2) pin 7. Control voltage =a~0V auc ALC voltage input. Input impedance: More than 10k. Connected in parallel with ACC(2) pin 6 (2) ACC(2) SOCKET PIN NO. [PIN NAME | DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS. ‘Output voltage avs03av 7 os ceaemencme Output current Less than 10 mA 2 GNO ‘Same 2s ACC(1) pin 2. 3 ‘SEND ‘Same as ACC(1) pin 3. Band voltage output. on 4 BO eee and) Output voltage ©: O~B8.0V 5 ALC ‘Same as ACC(1) pin 8. 6 NC ‘No connection. 7 138 ‘Same as ACC(1) pin 7.3-8 REMOTE JACK (CI-V) INFORMATION ‘The 1C-725 can be connected through a CT-17CI-V LEVEL CONVERTER (optional) to a personal computer equipped with an RS-232C port, Icom Communication interface - V (CLV) controls frequency, mode, memory channels, ete ‘ecT-17 CONNECTION Up to four Icom CLV transceivers can be connected 10 # personal computer equipped with as RS-232C port Ac outer susy 36 CLV bus tne (1) CLV CONDITION ‘Transmitters and receivers using the Icom CLV System exchange serial information in the packet format. The Contents of a data packet can be changed by diodes 02 ~ D4, DS7 ~ D63 and D64 on the MAIN UNIT. See diagram at right below for the location of these diodes. ‘Baud Baud rate isthe data transfer rate. ‘The standard leom CI-V baud rate is 1200 bps. BAUD RATE DIODE (ops) D2 D3 19600 [Insert diode : 1200 ‘insert diode 300__| Insert diode | Insert diode Ce Detour Frequency data When connecting the transceiver with the IC-735, change the value to 4 bytes. FREQUENCY DATA | DIODE (D4) a bytes No diode (Cut D4) B bytes Insert diode (oe detour SYSTEM INTERCONNECTIONS 3, oAddcess You can set an independent address for your 1C-725. The 1€-725 has the address of 28H (40) asa default value. Figures marked with an H are hexidecimals and bracketed figures () are decimals. DIODE 57 | bss] p59 | er | pez] 06s a | @ | @ «f-a) | 2) "| (64 )o Tnsert - diode Te Defeutt 26H rao eTranscoive Transceive opera another transceiver such as the IC-781. Either transce ‘ean be used as the transmitter or receiver. is possible using the 1C-725 with TRANSCEIVE | DIODE (064) ON Insert diode OFF No diode (Cut D64) Fe Oeteute (2) DIODE LOCATION Diodes are located on the PLL UNIT as shown in the diagram below. ‘See p. 24 for transceiver disassembly information, ‘eMagnitication of the diode location Front panel side 24 PRE-OPERATION 4-1 INITIAL SETTINGS NOTE: Follow all instructions in Section 3. before ‘operating the transceiver. dhisen « ‘Turn the [POWER] switch OFF before connecting the DC power eable to the DC power socket on the rear panel ‘Set switches and controls as shown in the table below. SWITCH =] PosITION | SWITCH | POSITION POWER our | Lock our TRANSMIT | OUT | AF cow NB. our | sou ‘cow ATT our__| mic CENTER PRE out | AF PWR ow AGC ‘our ‘GW: Clockwise CCW: Counterclockwise 4-2 FREQUENCY SELECTION (1) BAND SELECTION The 10-725 covers all HF amateur bands from 1.9 MHz ~ 28 MHz for transmitting and has receive capability from 500 kHz ~ 30 MHz. The IC-726 has a convenient band stacking register function (see below). 1) Push the [BAND] switch # Two "~" appear above the digits that can be changed. Two “~"sappear 21g nog" 26 2) Rotate the MAIN DIAL to select the desired amateur band. ‘*To select the desired operating frequency, see (2) OPERATING FREQUENCY SELECTION on the next page. ‘Band changes occur as shown in the following diagram, These cite change. cw kg 1.00 "26 ‘®BAND STACKING REGISTER SIMULATION ‘The Gene band ean be moved tony GENERAL COVERAGE NOTE: [As shown in the diagram above, the general coverage band (Gene) can be used between any amateur band, The transceiver memorizes the previously used frequency In the band stacking register cycle. '3) Push the [BAND] switch again to cancel the [BAND] swith function, Two" caappene, cw 2.10 16.0026 Tech Talk from Icom ©. What is the function of the band stacking register? |. The band stacking register stores operating fre ‘quencies in VFO. modes, switches bands, and returns the transceiver to stored frequencies. This is especially convenient when switching bands during contests and for quick monitoring of pro- pagation conditions on other bands ‘®BAND STACKING REGISTER EXAMPLE Each band stores the last used frequency and mode. The daplayed. te. aqueney et unt © 2=8 2aseo00™26)"-* (28 MHz bend 212800026) (21 Me bona(2) OPERATING FREQUENCY SELECTION 1) To select the desired operating band, see (1) BAND SELECTION on the previous page. 2) Rotate the MAIN DIAL to set the desired operating quency. he frequency changes in 10 Hz steps To change the frequency either in 20 Hz or 50 Hz steps, see (3) CHANGING THE FREQUENCY STEP. *# To change the frequency quickly, ee step 3. ‘*Faster MAIN DIAL ‘rotation automatically shifts the ‘tuning increment by 10 kH2 per full rotation, ‘When the {kHz} switch is pushed, "—"" appears above the kH? digit. Rotating the MAIN DIAL. changes the kHz digit. | ©o0 Push (kia). ‘When the [MH2] switch is pushed, ” above the MH? digit, ‘changes the MHz digit. appears Rotating the MAIN DIAL Arion O08" 26 This igi and the sbove cgi change (3) CHANGING THE FREQUENCY STEP The 10-725 has been set at 10 Hz frequency steps at the factory. However, the frequency step can be changed to 20 H2 oF 50 Hz as follow: 1) Push the [FUNC] switch, PRE-OPERATION 4. 2) Push and hold the [kHz] switch, then rotate the MAIN DIAL. * The FUNCTION DISPLAY shows frequency steps for 10 Hz, 20 Hz and 50 He sequentially. won use mcl. 3) Select the desived frequency step and release the {kHz} switch. (4) TURNING ON AND OFF THE 10 Hz DIGIT “The 10 Hz digit can be turned ON and OFF. The frequency ‘changes in the set frequency step even ifthe digit fs turned OFF, 1) Push the [FUNC] switch 2) Push the (BAND) switch. ‘The 10 Hz digit disappears. use 2 1260.6, Dicapoeors 3) Push the [FUNC] switch then push the [BAND] switeh 10 turn ON the 10 He digit. The 10 He digit appears again, use 2 1260.80" 26 L— appear asin, 4-3 VFO A AND VFO B SELECTION The 10-725 contains two VFOs which both receive and transmit. The VFOs are called VFO A and VFO 8. This, ‘ual VFO system provides tremendous operating flexibility. Push the [VFO] switch to select VFO A or VFO 8. USB 2 1260.08" 26 Push (VFO) ow ME GGG 08 6 wt4. PRE-OPERATION 4-4 RECEIVER CONTROLS AND SWITCHES ‘Adjust the following controls and switches on the front ppanel for optimum reception. SQUELCH CONTROL ‘Mates the speaker. Signals and noises that are stronger than the squelch threshold level open the squelch and aul is emitted from the speaker. ‘AF GAIN CONTROL Varies the audio output level from the speaker. Clockwise rotation incceases the volume. RIT CONTROL Used for fine tuning stations which call off frequency ‘oF for compensating for frequency drift. ‘Shifts the receive frequency up to #1 kHz from the displayed frequency without shifting the transmit frequency. cw SWITCH By installing an optional CW narrow filter. The transceiver has better receive selectivity in CW mode. ‘AGC SWITCH ‘Out position: AGC slow Normally used when operating in SSB or AM mode In position: AGC fast Normally used when operating in CW mode. Note that the AGC switch does not funetion in FM mode. PREAMP SWITCH Used when receiving weak signals. Push [PREAMP] to the IN position to improve the S/N ratio and sensitivity. Especially useful during DX operation, “ATTENUATOR SWITCH Used when the received sound from the speaker is distorted by very strong signals. Push [ATT] to the IN position to activate the 20 dB attenuator. NOISE BLANKER SWITCH Reduces pulsetype noise such as that generated by auto-_ mobile ignition systems. Note that the noise blanker function does not function in |AM and FM modes and may not work well when strong signals are on nearby frequencies or when noise is com tinuous rather than pulse-type.4-5 TRANSMITTER CONTROLS AND SWITCH PRE-OPERATION 4. ‘TRANSMIT/ALC INDICATOR Lights up when transmitting. fon the mic gain and your voi control information below. ighting intensity depends level. Soe MIC GAIN SPLIT SWITCH For transmitting on one frequency and receiving on another. See detailed information on p. 21 fees) Le tzso0026 COM sre so. wes ar own o RF POWER CONTROL Varies the RF output power from 10 W t ‘Adjust this control for the desired output power Maximum output power #888: 100W PEP CW, FM: 100W eam :40W (AM and FM operations require the optional UI7 AM * FM UNIT.) Mic GAIN Used for adjusting the mic gsin. Adjust this control to the point where the ALC indicator lights up at its brightest level while speaking into the mic using your normal voice level See ALC INDICATOR information above Tech Talk from Icom : What is ALC? ‘A: ALC means Automatic Level Control. The ALC cireuit limits autput power by controlling the Input level of the RF power amplifier. The RF power amplifier is designed as a linear amplifier to amplify an input signal proportionally. ‘The linear amplifier functions in the linear area of ‘the signal, However, ifthe input the limit of linearity, the linear amplifier outputs distorted signals because the signal is amplified ina ‘nonlinear area of the signal. To provent transmitting distorted signals, the ALC circuit detects a signal and applies it to a driver amplifier as feedback to reduce driver output power ‘Therefore, the input signal level to the RF power amplifier is reduced and the transceiver transmits clear signals. wt(gm 5 ~—sBASIC OPERATION 5-1 SSB OPERATION (amt) {ss8) {seLiT OUT position Push [S88] ‘OFF a. (15) (ogs. 16, 21) 21360.00"""26 = ~| ‘ tem) ==] OFF i) { (pos. 15, 21) OUT position = ae (p.15) (PRE) face} OUT position | | OUT position (18) (15) TUNER] Activates only when the AHS ‘| connected. (p. 10) (1) SSB RECEIVING 1) Set controls and switches as described on p. 13. 2) Push [POWER] IN to activate the transceiver. 3) Select the desired operating band. (See p. 13) 4) Push (SB). ‘© USB is automaticaly selected on bands above 7 MHz. LSB is automatically selected on bands below 10 MHz ‘Push [S88] again to select the opposite side of the side band. 5) Adjust [AF] as desired. (See p. 15) 6) Adjust [SQL], if needed. (See p. 15) 7) Rotate the MAIN DIAL to receive a signal 8) Use the controls and switches deseribed on p. 15 for Detter receiving (2) SSB. TRANSMITTING NOTE: Listen before you transmit to prevent inter- ference, 1) Push the PTT switch on the microphone or push (TRANSMIT] IN to transmit, 2) Speak naturally into the microphone ‘*When you transmit a signa, the meter needle moves. 3) Adjust (RF POWER] to the desired output power. (See p. 16), 4) Adjust [MIC], if needed. (Seep. 18) 5) Release the PTT switch to return to receiving,5-2 CW OPERATION BASIC OPERATION 5 tart) few} (sPLiT] ‘OUT position Push [CW/N] OFF (15) (pgs. 16, 21) —— EP 4 és 2136005" 26 tein) OFF (NB) Aogs. 18, 21 pair pas. 15, 21) Position 15) [PRE] [ace] OUT position IN position (@. 18) (15) TUNERT Activates only when the AH is connected. (p. 10) (1) CW RECEIVING 1) Set controls and switches as described on p, 13. 2) Push [POWER] IN to activate the transceiver. 3) Select the desived operating band, (See p. 13) 4) Push (Cw) ‘*Push (CW) again to select the CW narrow mode. Operating in CW narrow mode requires an optional CW narrow fier. (See p. 36) 5) Adjust (AF] as desired. (Seep. 15) 6) Adjust (SQLI, if needed. (See p. 15) 7) Push [AGC] IN to select the AGC fast condition. {See p. 15) 8) Rotate the MAIN DIAL to receive a signal. 9) Use the controls and switches described on p, 15 for better receiving, (2) CW TRANSMITTING Plug a straight key or electric keyer into the [KEY] jack on the rear panel Nort Listen before you fren mit to prevent inter: NORMAL CW OPERATION 1) Make sure the [BK IN] switch on the rear panel OUT position. the 2) Push IN [TRANSMIT] to transmit, 3) Operate the CW key. 4) Adjust [RF POWER] to the desired output power level 5) Push OUT [TRANSMIT] to return to ‘CW BREAK:IN OPERATION 1) Push IN the [BK IN] switch on the rear panel. 2) Operate the CW key. 3) Adjust [DELAY] control on the rear panel. ‘Clockwise rotation increases the transmit release delay time. 4) Adjust [RF POWER] to the desired output power level. 5) Transmit/raceive switching is automatic 45 BASIC OPERATION 5-3 AM OPERATION (aT) tawient) OUT position Push [AM/FM (15) (SPLIT) ‘OFF (ons. 16, 21) ina} OUT position (p15) (a7) OFF (ogs. 15, 21) | UI [ace] OUT position (p. 18) [PRE OUT position (15) (TUNER ‘Activates only when the AH is connected. (p10), (1) AM RECEIVING 1) Set controls and switches as described on p. 13. 2) Push [POWER] IN to activate the transceiv 3) Select the desited operating band. (See p. 13) 4) Push [AM/FM] to select AM mode. 5) Adjust [AF] control as desired. (Seep. 18) 6) Adjust [SQL], if needed. (Seep. 15) 7) Rotate the MAIN DIAL 10 receive a signa. 8) Use the controls and switches described on p. 18 for better receiving (2) AM TRANSMITTING Operating with AM transmission requires the optional UL-7 AM * FM UNIT. See. 29 when installing the unit, NOTE: Listen before you transmit to prevent inter- ference. 1)Push the PTT switch on the microphone or push [TRANSMIT] IN to transmit. 2) Speak naturally into the microphone. ‘*When you transmit 2 signal, the meter needle indicates ‘2 point and moves slightly according to your voice tevel 3) Adjust [RF POWER] to the desired output power level ‘© AM output power : 10~ 40 W 4) Set [MIC] to the center position, ‘*To increase the microphone gain, rotate MIC} clock: 5) Release the PTT switch to return to receiving.5-4 FM OPERATION BASIC OPERATION 5 (ATT) (AM/FM) {SPLIT} (p. 15) (pgs. 16, 21) oe &5/--ces 7m ea fl “k = U| 29,668.06" 26 | |_ sus een“ = 26] EE apace =f 7 = a|o Epes] ‘OUT position = = foo 15, 21 ma = (PRE) {AGC} ant UNERT OUT position |_| OUT position peaeaeslonivis| (o. 18) 6.181 eres LastOl ‘The optional Ul-7 AM + FM UNIT is required for FM (2) FM TRANSMITTING receiving and transmitting. See p. 29 when installing the unit, (1) FM RECEIVING 1) Set controls and switches as described on p. 13, 2) Push [POWER] IN to activate the transceiver. 3) Select the desired operating band. (See p. 13) 4) Push [AM/FM] to select FM mode. 5) Adjust [AF] as desired. (See p. 15) 6) Adjust (SOLI, if needed. (Soe p. 15) 7) Rotate the MAIN DIAL to receive a signal 8) Use the controls and switches described on p. 15 for better reception NOTE: Li ference. before you transmit to prevent 1) Push the PTT switch on the microphone or push [TRANSMIT] IN to transmit, 2) Speak naturally into the microphone. ‘*When you transmit a signal, the meter needle indicates ‘a point and moves slightly according to your voice level 3) Adjust (RF POWER] to the desired output power level 4) Set [MIC} to the center position. *#To increase the mic gain, rotate [MIC] clockwise. 5) Release the PTT switch to return to receiving *SUBAUDIBLE TONE TRANSMITTING ‘A subaudible tone is often required to access HF FM fepeaters. The optional UI-7 AM + FM UNIT is required to transmit the subaudible tone. See p. 29 when installing the 1) Push the PTT switch on the microphone oF push [TRANSMIT] IN t0 transmit, 2) Push (LOCK] IN to transmit tone signals 3) Push [LOCK] OUT to stop transmitting tone signals.2 5, BASIC OPERATION 5-5 RIT/Af FUNCTION By using the RIT function, It is possible to shift the receive frequency up to +1 kHz on 10 Hz steps without moving the ‘transmit frequency. This is useful for fine tuning stations whieh transmit using off frequency or for compensating for frequency drift “The 16-725 has an added feature: the RIT shift frequency can be added to the displayed frequency. 1) Push the (RIT] switch to ecivate the RIT function. "RIT" appears on the FUNCTION DISPLAY. 2) Rotate the RIT control. *# Clockwise rotation ‘*Counterclockwise rotation Increases frequency Decreases frequency 3) To add the RIT shift frequency to the displayed fre quency, push the [FUNC] switch then push the (Ri switgh. The dlaplayed frequency changes. "RIT" disappears. 4) To clear the RIT shift frequency, push the [RIT] switch, "RIT" disappears. 5-6 SPLIT OPERATION Split operation allows you to transmit and receive on two, different frequencies ‘The IC-725 provides split operation using either of the following two methods (1) Using the contents of VFO A and VFO 8 in VFO mode. (2) Using memory channel 23 or 24 in MEMORY mode. (1) USING VFO A AND B MODES ‘Split operation is possible using the contents of VFO A and VFO Bin VFO mode. Following is an example for 21.2500 MHz / USB for receiv ing and 21.3600 MHz / USB for transmitting using split operation VFO A : Displayed frequency for receiving use Po ne Et a Transmit frequency use 2 1FG6E.0G 826 1) Set the frequency and mode for 21.2500 MHz and USB in VEO A mode, 2) Set the frequency and mode for 21.3600 MHz and USB in VFO B mode. 2) Push the [VFO] switch to select VFO A mode 4) Push the [SPLIT] switch, 5) Push either the PTT or [TRANSMIT] switch to transmit. 1*You are transmitting on 21,3600 MHz in USB mode ‘and receiving on 21.2500 MHz in USB mode. 66) To change the transmit and receive frequencies in the split operation, push the [VFO] switch to select the VFO B indicated (2) USING MEMORY CHANNEL 23 OR 24 Memory channels 23 and 24 ean memorize both transmit, ‘and receive frequencies. This is useful for selecting the most often used split frequencies. Following is an example for 21.2500 MHz / USB for receiv- ing and 21.3600 MHz / USB for transmitting using split operation, ‘eHow to memorize split frequencies into memory channel 2 1) Select VFO. A mode and push the [UP] or [DOWN] switch to select memory channel 23. 2) Push the [SPLIT] switch. "SPLIT" appears. 13) Set the frequency and mode to 21.2500 MHz and USB ‘and push the [MW] switch to memorize the information. 4) Push the [VFO] switch to select VFO B mode, 5) Set the frequency and mode to 21.3600 MHz and USB, ‘and push the [MW} switch to memorize the information. (eHow to operate the split frequencies 1) Push the [MEMO] switch to select MEMORY mode and push the [UP] or [DOWN] switch to select memory channel 23. 2) Push the (SPLIT] SWITCH. “SPLIT” appears 3) Push either the PTT or [TRANSMIT] switeh to transmit ‘You are transmitting on 21.3600 MHz in USB made and receiving on 21,2500 MHz in USB mode. 4) To reverse the transmit and receive frequencies, follow the steps above for memorizing frequencies, reversing the VFOs.MEMORY CHANNEL OPERATION ‘The 10-725 has 26 memory channels. The memory func- tion is very useful for quickly changing to a desired fre- quency, Memory channels 0 ~ 26 can be programmed with one fre ‘quency and one mode in each memory channel. Memory channels 23 ~ 26 also have the following special memory functions: IMEMORY CHANNEL | AALS ones Rear aS: Se oe ewer nd on tom o~ae in each memory channel. 23and 24 on each channel for split v 6-1 VFO AND MEMORY MODE SELECTION 1) Push the [MEMO] switch to select MEMORY mode, 2) Push the [VFO] switch to move to VFO mode. ‘*VFO MODE "VEO A" or "VFO B" eppese MEMORY MODE “NEMO” appears. 6-4 FREQUENCY TRANSFERRING (M> VFO] “The selected memory contents in a memory channel cen be transferred to 2 VFO made. This switch operates dif ferently depending on which mode the IC-725 isin. (1) IN VFO MODE ‘The frequency and mode stored in the displayed memory channel are traneferted to a selected VFO made. 1) Push the {UP} or [DOWN] switch to select the desired ‘memory channel you want to read. 2) Push the [FUNC] switch then the [MW switch. ‘*Memory contents in the displayed memory channel ‘number appear on the FUNCTION DISPLAY. ‘Operating equeney + 21.28000 WHTUSE Contents of MEMO 20 + 1410000 aHe/ow oss 2260.00" 2a & a (FUNC, ‘4. 10.08 ed a0o25| 300 26 6-2 MEMORY CHANNEL SELECTION 1) Push the [MEMO] switch to select MEMORY mode. 2) Push the [UP] or [DOWN] switch on the front panel, ‘or the [UP] or [DN] switch on the microphone to select ‘the desired memory channel. NOTE: When the [LOCK] switch is pushed IN, only memory channels. with the same operating mode 2 displayed are selected when the [UP] ‘or [DOWN] switch is pushed. 6-3 MEMORY WRITING 1) Select either VFO or MEMORY mode. 2) Push the [UP] or [DOWN] switch to select the desired ‘memory channel 3) Set the desired frequency and mode you want to 4) Push the (MW) switch to memorize the information. (2) IN MEMORY MODE ‘The displayed frequency and mode are transferred to the VFO used immediately prior to changing to MEMORY mode. 1) Push the [UP] or [OWN] switch to select the desired ‘memory channel you want to read. 2) Push the [FUNC] switch then the [MW] switch. ‘The displayed memory contents are transfered, 3) Push the {VFO} switeh. ‘The selected memory contents are displayed. eninnenay ow 7 MEO ENO Mipaoo 20 U7 Pe IEUNGL he Pun (vO ow 4 108.00" "eg 67 SCANNING OPERATION ‘The 10-725 is equipped with three separate scan functions wich provide tremendous scanning versatility at the touch of afew switches. 7-4 SCAN TYPES . ‘Sean NAMET| 7) 5D FUNCTION ScaLiA] Tapeaedy ans between wo ur PROGRAMMED programmed scan edges (MEMO 25 ‘SCAN and 26). MEMORY | Repeatedly sane al memory Gan SCAN | nek SELECTED | Repeiedy sans memory channels MODE MEMORY | with the some selected operating SCAN mode. 7-2 PROGRAMMED SCAN 1) Program the desired frequencies into memory channels. ‘See p. 22 for programming memory channels. 2) Push the (MEMO] switch to select the MEMORY mode. 3) Adjust the [SQL] control to the threshold point. 4) Push the [FUNC] switch then push the [MEMO] switch, 1 The scan begins ‘The sean stops when a receive signal opens the squelch, «The scan resumes aftr the signal disappears. 5) Push the [MEMO] switch again to stop the scan. + The following switches and controls also stop the scan: [PTT] (TRANSMIT) [VFO] (MW) MAIN DIAL 7-4 SELECTED MODE MEMORY SCAN Mena —~OMehS Meh cn 1 WCLSED Con—Cn > Sanedge er | Senin Bork ume 1) Program the high and low frequency edges of the desired Scanning range into MEMO 25 and 26. Seep. 22 for programming the memory channels. ‘Either channel ean have the higher or lower frequency stored. 2) Push the [VFO] switch to select VFO mode. 3) Select LSB, USB, CW, AM or FM mode. 4) Adjust the [SQL] control to the threshold point, 5) Push the [FUNC] switch then push the [VFO] switch, # The scan begins from the lower limit ofthe range. # The sean stops when a receive signal opens the squelch # The sean resumes after the signal disappears. 6) Push the {VFO} switch again to stop the scan, # The following switches and controls also stop the scan: [PTT] [TRANSMIT] {MEMO} [MW] MAIN DIAL 7-3 MEMORY SCAN GD cad ncn CaID+- - Can Cand Wenz Men? Wen 1) Program the desired frequencies into memory channels, ‘See p. 22 for programming memory channels. * 2) Push the [MEMO] switch to select MEMORY mode, 3) Adjust the [SQL] control to the threshold point. 4) Select LSB, USB, CW, AM or FM modes. 5) Push the [LOCK] switch IN. 6) Push the [FUNC] switch then push the [MEMO] switch, The scan begins. 1 The scan stops when a receive signal opens the squelch. 1 The sean resumes after the signal disappears. 7) Push the [MEMO] switch again to stop the scan. ‘The following switches and controls also stop the scan [PTT] [TRANSMIT] [VFO] [MW] MAIN DIAL 7-5 SUPPLEMENTAL SCAN SETTINGS (1) SCAN SPEED ‘Scan speed in the IC-725 is set for fast speed at the factory. ‘See p. 28 for converting to a slower scan speed. (2) SCAN CLEAR, ‘The scan function can be automatically cleared when the uansceiver receives a signal. See p. 28 for setting the transceiver in the scan clear condition.MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT © Ml 8-1 DISASSEMBLING THE MOPENING THE PA UNIT TRANSCEIVER (Fig. 4 Follow the transceiver disasiembly procedures shown here ‘when you want to install an option or replace 8 component. CAUTION: DISCONNECT the DC power cable from the transceiver before performing any work -ovson the transceiver. REMOVING COVERS (Fig. 10 g LZ ; MEREMOVING THE PA UNIT SHIELD COVER % (Fig. 5) REMOVING PA UNIT SCREWS (ig, 2) 1) To remove top and bottom covers, unscrew the 16 screws shown in the diagram. (Fig. 1) 2) Unscrew the 4 screws shown in the diagram before ‘opening the PA UNIT. (Fig 2) 3) Unplug 2 plugs from J11 and J12 as shown in the diagram. (Fig. 3) MEPREPARATION FOR OPENING THE PA 4) Disconnect the &-pin connector from J7 on the PLL. UNIT AND LOGIC UNIT UNIT as shown in the diagram. (Fig. 4) (Fig. 3) 5) Disconnect the black connector (indicated by *1). (Fig. 4) 6) Slide up and remove the TUNER CONTROL SOCKET, {indicated by *2) from the holder. (Fig. 4) 7) Open the PA UNIT as shown in the diagram. (Fig. 5} 8) Unscrew the 16 screws to remove the PA UNIT shield cover as shown in the diagram. (Fig. 5) 9) To remove the PLL UNIT, unplug the 4 plugs from J4, 55, 6 and J13 on the MAIN UNIT. (Fig. 3) ‘See pgs. 31. and 32 for the plugs connection informa@ MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8-2 FUSE REPLACEMENT If the fuse blows or the transceiver stops functioning, the source of the problem if possible, and replace the ‘damaged fuse with a new, rated fuse CAUTION: Disconnect the DC power cable from the DC POWER SOCKET on the rear panel 25+ when changing the fuse. “sDC power cable fuses... eee eee seen es 20A Circuitry fuse... F.GMB.125V,4A DC LINE FUSE REPLACEMENT CIRCUITRY FUSE REPLACEMENT ‘The fuse is installed in the PA UNIT. 12 V of DC power are applied to the circuitry in the IC725 through the DC line fuse and the PA circuit. See p. 24 before removing the IC-725 covers. 8-3 CPU RESETTING ‘The FREQUENCY DISPLAY may occationally display erroneous information, e., when first applying power ‘This may be caused externally by static electricity of other factors. If this problem occurs, turn the fPOWER] switch OFF. Wait a few seconds, and then turn ON power again. Ifthe problem continues, perform the following procedure: NOTE: CPU resetting clears all memory information. 1) Turn the [POWER] switch OFF. 2) Push and hold the [FUNC] and [MIN] switches, and push the [POWER] switch IN. ‘All information is displayed for a couple seconds then 14,1000 MH? is displayed. (EEnR]LSBUSBCW-NAMFM EIDE) MEMO mo OEE. GE a 3) Release switches. The CPU is now reset 8-4 CPU BACKUP BATTERY ‘The IC-725 has a lithium backup battery for ret memory information. The usual life of the backup battery is approximately five years. When the battery is exhausted, the transceiver transmits and receives normally but the transceiver cannot in memory information. NOTE: Backup battery replacement should be done by an authorized Icom Dealer or Service Center. 8-5 CLEANING If the transceiver becomes dusty or dirty, wipe it clean with 2 dry, soft cloth. Avoid the use of strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcoho! as they may damage the surfeces of the transceiver.MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8-6 TROUBLESHOOTING If you are not able to locate the cause of a problem or solve it through the use of this chart, contact your nearest Icom The following chart is designed to help you correct pro- Service Center or Dealer blems which ere not equipment malfunctions PROBLEM POSSIBLE, CAUSE uo , SOLUTION REF. ‘Power oe not come on | Power sable morepeycomecta, [Reconnect ha pwr abe ey. 7 wyhen, the [POWER swith | «Fuse is blown ‘heck forthe cause, then replace the fue ‘pushed, {Fines te Inti in two paces. One ic | “aspore overs ns nen momenta im ith 0-28 installed nthe OC power able and te | DC power cable ‘others instaedin the PA unit. Seep. 25 | PA UNIT for ther locations} Borer is exhausted ‘check the battery votope withthe wansceiver | p.7 turned ON. ‘No sound comes trom the | © Volume lve i 00 low. ‘*Rlorate the [AF] contol clockwiee to obtain |p. 15 eaker ultabie listening eve The squeten ie lord ‘*Fiotate the {SALI contot counterclockwise t0 |p. 15 The tramctver i intranet mode. Push the [TRANSMIT] switen to the out |p. 2 Position to return to receive mode \ ‘+n external speaker of headphone ‘Check the external speaker or hesdphodes pivg |. 6 ‘The tanselver sin FM moe Operating in FM mode requires on options | p.20 U7 aM FM UNIT ‘+The transceiver itn CW narrow mode, | Operating CW narrow mode requires either the |. 18 PUTOO or FLD! Gold seportey) = Senatvty ow ‘The antenna feline cut orshortea. | © Check the feedline end correct any improper |p. fs Artonuotor circuit is inserted in the AE | «Push the ATT] switch to the out portion to | p18. eeuit connect he cut ‘sAotenns isnot properly tuned when | «Push the TUNE} nwiteh tote the antenna. |p. 10 hing the AH. ‘Feceive signal i distorted | ©The noite blonkar functions erned ON, | Push she (NB) switeh to the out postion to |p. 18 with strong sal turn OFF the function. + Output power ito ‘Output power ist at tow. ‘Fotse the (RF PWR] contol clockwise. |p. 16 Clockwise rotation increase the power. {Mic gin i set at lowe, ‘Rotate the {MIC} contol clockwise. Clock: |p. 16 wine rotation increases the mic gin. ‘The antenna feecine is cut or shorted. | eCheck ene fedtine and correct any improper | p. 5 conditions. + Operating mode set to AM. The ransciver outputs 40 W maximum in AM, |p. 19 “eo contact ponsble with | Tronamit and receive frequencies ae not | ePush the [RIT] avitch ro crn OFF the fare [p18 shother tation the sam tion, ‘Transmitted signs ore | ©The mic gains set to high ‘Rotate the (MIC] contol counterclockwise |p. 16 itor, rec te gin ‘The _diplaved frequency | The cial look function is activated Push the (LOCK! awh to the out poston |p. 2 does not enangepropely. to rela the function, ‘2 The internal CPU has malfunctioned, Turn the power OFF. Then turn the power |p. 25 ‘ON opin wile pushing the {FUNC] ana (MW "Scan doesnot operate ‘= Sqveleh open, “Set the squicheretld point pts ‘oth scan edges are set improperty for | « Reet ean edo pz Programmed sean ‘Frequencies are not memorized in me: | «Program traquencies inte memory chances, | p.22 mary chants fr Memory se, All programmed memories | ©The backup battery emBty ‘= Felace he backup battery p25 ave been erased ‘*Ail_memory channels are | ©The [LOCK] switch i pushed IN ‘Push the (LOCK switch OUT. ery not eeplayed.@ MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 8-7 ADJUSTMENTS Your 1-725 has been thoroughly adjusted and checked at the factory before being shipped. (1) MAIN DIAL BRAKE ADJUSTMENT adjustable trimmers and cols should be adjusted by an authorized Icom Dealer or Service Center. Your transceiver warranty does not cover problems caused by unauthorized Internal adjustments ‘The tension of the MAIN DIAL may be adjusted to suit ‘your operating requirements ‘ADJUSTMENT POSITION 1) The brake adjustment serew is located on the left side of the MAIN DIAL. 2) Turn the brake adjustment screw clockwise or coun: tetelockwise to 2 comfortable tension level white turning the MAIN DIAL continuously and evenly in ‘one direction. (2) PA UNIT IDLING CURRENT ‘The PA unit operates with a linear amplifier and requires some idling current to flow through the driver and final transistors to obtain bias voltage. 9Pa UNIT 28, £°21 1) Preparation: [POWER] switch > OFF [MIC] control + Max. counterclockwise [RF PWR] control-> Max. counterclockwise Microphone > Disconnect Ammeter 100 mA range for driver ‘ransstors 500 mA range for final transistors 2) Unsolder points indicated by *1 and *2. 3) Properly connect test leads to points. See diagrams forthe driver and final amp. adjustments. 14) Turn transcuiver power ON. 5) Push the (SSB] switch to select LSB or USB mode. 6) Push the ( TRANSMIT] switch IN to transmit. 7) Adjust RB to set 60 mA for the driver amp. ‘Adjust R19 to set 300 mA for the final amp. £8) Turn transceiver power OFF. 9) Resolder the de-soldered points.(3) RIT CONTROL MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT §. ‘SADIUS DENT POSITION 1) Rlotate the [RET] contrat to the center pasitian and turn OFF the RIT functia turned ON, 2) Alceive WV or another signal emitted as 0 single ‘tome from ts epstakar while in LSB, USB or CHV rade. 3) Push the [RIT] switch ta turn ON the AIT function and agjuet 20 on the PLL UNIT as shown at left 10 ‘he same tone pitch as that recefved. 4) Turn OFF and ON tho RIT function to compare two tone pitches ond adjust R70 until both tone pitches sara tho same, (4) SCAN FUNCTION DIODE INSTALLATION LOCATION (Fe, 7 a) orden By Imerting silicon diode (wold separately] in the Ponition indicated, the following functions can be ‘changed cer | TERS e100 cr] Tear ow | wer. a om Fanrecteod | Serenade eee aie eet on | oaame ome” “a Tevicow | funiTtoom 1) Unserew the 6 serews and remove the front panel from the transceiver body. 2) Died leads should be bent ancl eut betore insert ‘tam inta the P.€: board, 3) Insert w diode. Make sure it is inserted in the proper slirection an in the desired position, |) Solder Heads (5) BFO ‘The BFO adjustment requires an sceurste frequency counter {lest than 1 pprn) Connect the frequency counter to R266 on the MAIN. UNIT. See p. 31 for the exact location, Make the adjustments shown in the table at right ko rumerical rer, MODE | FREQUENCY | ADJUSTMENT 1 | use| S130 MEE cad ow | 2 leearamin | 9.91060 Mne fey a] 055 | S0To00MHe tae cw 5 «| SN. | 00080 ane vevity S| AM | Noosiflation ae OTHER ADJUSTMENTS ‘See pgs, 31 and 32 for information regarding other sjusemenes,9 INSTALLATION OF OPTIONS 9-1 Ul-7 AM-FM UNIT This unit provides AM transmit and FM transt capability. 1) Remove top and bottom covers. 2) Install the ULT in the location shown at left 3) Properly insert the 10-pin plug on the Ul-7 to J20 on ‘the MAIN UNIT. 4) Connect the two Spin plugs from the UL? to J21 ‘and J22 on the MAIN UNIT respectively 5) Connect the supplied brown wire between JS on the FRONT UNIT and J3 on the UL. 6) Combine wire harnesses using the supplied wire tie. 7) Replace covers. 9-2 UT-30 PROGRAMMABLE TONE ‘The UT-30 hes 38 programmable tones available, The ENCODER UNIT ‘optional UL-7 AM + FM UNIT is necessary. 1) Remove top and bottom covers. 2) Remove the U7 from the MAIN UNIT if it is installed 3) Remove the protective paper from the back of the UT-30 to expose the adhesive strip. 4) Install the unit in the location shown on the MAIN UNIT. See the diagram at left. 5} Connect the 3-pin plug on the UT:30 to J2 on the LT, 6) Install the UL7 on the MAIN UNIT, See Section 9- 1 {or the unit installation location, 9-3 CW NARROW FILTERS ‘The optional FL-100 and FL-101 CW NARROW FILTERS vailable. L100 |_600Hz/—6 48 L101 | 250 H2/-6e8 1) Remove the bottom cover. 2) Insert a fier to the proper position. The location is shown in the diagram at lett. ‘The filter works regardless of which direction it is Inserted in. 3) Replace the cover. See p. 18 for CW operation.9-4 CR-64 HIGH-STABILITY CRYSTAL UNIT INSTALLATION OF OPTIONS Q By replacing the original erystal unit with this unit, the ‘total frequency stability of the transceiver will be improved. R-64 frequency stability: £0.5 ppm (30° ~ +60°C, 22°F ~ +140°F) 1) Remove covers and the PLL UNIT following the lisassembly procedures on p. 24 2) Remove the erystal unit from the P.C. board (PLL UNIT). 3) Unsalder the 4 positions on the P.C. board where the ‘CRL64 willbe installed. Use @ desoldering braid. 4) Install the unit flush with the P.C. board and in the proper direction. ‘*For correct installation, symbols on the bottom of, ‘the CR-64 must be identically matched with sym- bols on the P.C. board. 5) Bend the unit leads flush with the fol side ofthe P.C. board and solder ther. 6) Tein the leads even with the solder points 17) Replace the P.C. board and covers. 9-5 MB-23 CARRYING HANDLE ‘The handle allows you to easily earry and transport the transceiver. ‘Attach the MB-23 as shown in the diagram, NoTE: Supplied screws with the MB-23 CANNOT be used with the 1C-725. Please use the screws supplied in the 1C-725 ‘unpacking to correctly attach the MB-23mes 10. INSIDE views 10-1 MAIN UNIT 42% [For UP inalinion!INSIDE VIEWS 4Q) 10-2 PLL UNITes 11° BLOCK DIAGRAM | PGENERAL «Frequency coverage Receive 500 KH2~30 MHz Transmit 160-mband 1.8 ~ 20MHz Bombend 35 ~ 40MHz 40m bend 7.0 ~ 7.3MHz 30m bend 10,1 ~ 10.15 MHz 20m band 140 ~ 14,25 MMe ‘im band 18,068 ~ 18.168 MHz 1Smband 210 ~21.45 MMe 12m band 2489 ~ 24.99 MHe 10m band 28.0 ~ 297 MHz + Modes: ‘SSB (A3J), CW (1), AM (A3), FM (F3) (UL7/AM + FM UNIT required for AM transmit and FM ‘wansmit/recsive.) ‘sNumber of memory channels: By ‘Antenna impedance: 50 8 unbalanced ‘Usable temperature range: 10°C ~ 460°C (414°F ~ +1407F) ‘Frequency stability: Less than #200 Hz up to one hour after power is turned ON. Less than #30 Hz after one hour at #25°C (#77°F). Less than #350 Hz at 0°C ~ +50°C (#32°F ~ +122°F), ‘Power supply requirement: 138 V DC #15%, negative ground Current, Receive (at 13.8 VDC): squelehed 12a max. audio output 1.54 Transmit. 20.8 + Dimensions: 241 (W) x 94 (H) x 239 (0) mm 9.5 (W) x 3.7 (H) x 9.4 (D) in (Projections not included) Weight: 4.6 kg (10.1 1b) TRANSMITTER + Output power SSB, CW, FM 10~ 100 W continuously adjustable AM 10~ 40 W continuously adjustable ‘Spurious emissions More than 50 d8 below peak output power SPECIFICATIONS 12 Hl ‘Carrer suppression: More than 40 d8 below peak output power + Unwanted sideband: ‘More than 50 dB down with 1 kHz A put ‘= Microphone impedance: 600.2. mRECEIVER: 1 Receive system: $88, CW, AM Double-conversion superheterodyne FM Triple-conversion superheterodyne ‘Intermediate frequencies: ist SSB 70.4515 MHz cw 70.4508 MHz ‘AM, FM. 75.4500 MHz ‘and SSB 9.0115 MHz cw 9.0106 MHz AM, FM 9.0100 MHz 3rd FM. 455 kHz ‘Sensitivity (preamplifier ON): (1.8~30 M2) $8, CW Less than 0.18 HV for 10 d8 S/N AM Less than 2.0 wV for 10 dB S/N (28 ~ 30 MHz) FM Less than 0.5 wV for 12.48 SINAD ‘FM squelch sensitivity: Less than 0.3 nV (preamplifier ON) Selectivity: SSB, CW More than 2.3 kHz/—6 dB Less than 4.0 kH2/~60 68 aM More than 6.0 kH2/~6 8 Less than 20.0 kH2/—40 48 FM More than 18 kH2/~6 d8 Less than 30 kH2/—60 68 ‘Spurious response rejection: More than 70 43 + Audio output impedance: an + Audio output power: More than 2.6 W at 10% distortion with an 8 © load. “SRIT variable range: More than #1 kHz All stated specifications are subject to change without ‘notice or obligation,aed Wg 13 options | | Toa HF 1 kW, LINEAR IC2KL HF S00W LINEAR ICATIO0IC-ATSOD AUTOMATIC | | ‘AMPLIFIER AMPLI ANTENNA TUNERS “hie an all sotto 1 xWCHner | | This an al soitsare 500 W | | Matches 10-725 to an ontenns tmplifier Theampliferxseperted | | near “amptivarGnahding final | | system | withthe remats contr unit and | | twister) =sching impedance Dower smplieripower mpply Uni 16.7~ 18082 * opat power rating | 1GATIOD 10 ICATsO0 500 W’ IC-PS20 AC POWER SUPPLY PSS AC POWER SUPPLY A180 WF AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER Provides 12:8 V DC output and | | Style and size are matched with the | | Style and size are matched with the 25 A maximum. Comes with 9| | 10-725, Provides 12.8 BC ouput | | 1C-725, tetra output connectors and 20.4 maxienur. feMatching impedance 16.7 ~ 1509 | 100. ANG HF AUTOMATIC | | sp7 EXTERNAL SPEAKER SM DESK TOP MICROPHONE ANTENNA TUNER, Matches 1C-725 to an antenna | | An external speaker built for baw | | UP/DGWN switches included. Can system, especially for portable | | station operation bbe connected to 2 transceivers ‘Input power ting: OW |OPTIONS 43 HP2 COMMUNICATION HEADPHONES: g- Provides clean audio and psivacy in pokey environments, Ub? AM FAM UNIT AM transmit. and FM UT-30 PROGRAMMABLE TONE ENCODER UNIT te, (FM mode operation requires the LT AM* FMT UNIT.) SATELLITE INTERFACE Easy turing far instant satellite ‘communieations Chi? hv LEVEL CONVERTER. For remote transeaiver control vsing ® parsonal computer equipped with an RS232C output part, You can change operating frequencies, memory channels, etc, with your remsputer keyboard. X27 HF AUTOMATIC ] ANTENNA SELECTOR When connected to an teom HE transceiver and up to 7 antennas, the EX-627 automatica the amenna tor the band an which ‘you are operating. (Manual selec then is alse possible.) CRG4 HiGHSTABILITY CRYSTAL UNIT @ Contains a temparature-compansat ing oven heater and crystal unit far Imprarved frequency stability, ‘Frequency stability 0.5 open at ~30°C ~ +60°C (-2z'F ~ 44°F) ICMB5 MOBILE MOUNTING BRACKET ‘Transceiver rocket for mobile operation, @MH: GW NARROW FILTERS Have good shape factor and provide you with better CW reception, SFL-100 : 500Me/-6.am FLO) : 280 Hz/—6.08I Count on ust asoome 1x Icom Inc. Pronted in doar 6:96, Kamafigashi, Hirano ‘copytit © 1800 by