VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVERS IC-A15/S


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Easy to Use, Rugged and Compact with 700mW Loud Audio!
700mW* loud audio
Because air band radios are usually operated in high-noise environments, it is essential for the radio to provide loud and clear audio. The IC-A15/S series employs a BTL amplifier that doubles the audio output, offering loud and clear audio that’ll cut through cabin or tarmac noise. * Internal speaker only
Full keypad type or Simple keypad type
The IC-A15 full keypad type allows you to input the channel or frequency directly and has an exclusive button for the 121.5MHz emergency channel. The IC-A15S simple keypad type provides simpler operation with a minimum of buttons that is suitable for ground crews.
Compact, light weight and rugged body
The IC-A15/S series is compact (only 120mm tall) and light weight (approx. 350g including antenna and BP-232N). The water resistant construction, equivalent to IPX4, provides reliable operation in wet conditions.
Large capacity Lithium-Ion battery pack
With the 2000mAh large capacity Lithium- Ion battery pack, BP-232N, the IC-A15/S series provides stable output power and 18 hours long (approx.) operating time*. The BP-261, battery case takes 6 AA (LR6) alkaline cells for convenient battery backup. * Typical operation, Tx:Rx: Stand-by=5:5:90.
200 channels with memory banks
A total of 200* memory channels can be named with an 8-character channel name for easy recognition. For fast and simple operation, these channels can be grouped into 10 memory banks*. * IC-A15 only. The IC-A15S has 100 memory channels and memory banks are not available.
BC-179 holder type battery charger
The battery charger, BC-179, securely holds and charges the radio, even in bumpy conditions. The cigarette lighter cable, CP-22, can be used with the BC-179.
Other features
  • 5W typ. (PEP), 1.5W typ. (CW) output power
  • Side tone function allows you to hear your own voice via a third party aviation headset
  • LCD backlight for night time operation
  • ANL (Auto Noise Limiter) for noise reduction
  • Low battery indication and beep alert
  • Adjustable microphone gain setting
  • BNC type antenna connector

BATTERY PACKS
BP-230_N
(Li-Ion)
7.4V/950mAh (min.),
980mAh (typ.)
BP-230N
BP-232_N
(Li-Ion)
7.4V/1900mAh (min.),
2000mAh (typ.)
BP-232N
 
 

BATTERY CASE
BP-261 BP-261
AA (LR6)×6 alkaline cells
 
 
 
CHARGERS
BC-119N
Rapid charger (AD-106 is required)
BC-119N
BC-121N
Rapid multicharger
(AD-106 is required)
BC-121N
BC-160
Rapid charger
BC-160
BC-171
Regular charger
BC-171
BC-179
Battery charger
BC-179
 
 
 
AC ADAPTERS
BC-145S
16V/1A (Use with BC-119N or BC-160)
BC-145S
BC-147S
12V/200mA
(Use with BC-171 or BC-179)
BC-147S
BC-157S
12V/6.6A
(Use with BC-121N)
BC-157S
 
CHARGER ADAPTER
AD-106
(Use with BC-119N/BC-121N)
AD-106
 
 
 
DC POWER CABLES
OPC-515L OPC-515L
(Use with BC-119N)
OPC-656
(Use with BC-121N)
OPC-656
 
 
CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE
CP-22
(Use with BC-179)
 
CP-22
 
 
 
SPEAKER MICROPHONE
HM-173
HM-173
 
 
 
HEADSET ADAPTER CABLE
OPC-499
OPC-499
 
 
 
BELT CLIP
MB-94
MB-94
 
 
 
LEATHER BELT HANGER
MB-96F
MB-96F
 
 
 
ANTENNA
FA-B02AR
FA-B02AR
General

 

IC-A15
IC-A15S
Frequency range
118.000–136.975MHz (COM)
Number of memory channels

200 channels
with 10 banks

100 channels

Channel spacing

25kHz
Power supply requirements
7.4V DC (Icom battery pack)
Current drain
Tx
1.5A typ.
Rx
Stand-by
50mA typ.
Max. audio
500mA typ.
Dimensions (W×H×D)
(Projections are not included)
53×120×36.9 mm
Weight
350g
(with antenna and BP-232N)
Operating temperature range
–20°C to +55°C
Frequency stability
±5ppm

Transmitter

 

IC-A15
IC-A15S
RF output power
5.0/1.5W typ. (PEP/CW)
Microphone impedance
3-conductor 2.5 (d) mm
(1/10”)/ 150Ω

Receiver

 

IC-A15
IC-A15S
Sensitivity
–3dBμ typ.
(at 12dB SINAD with CCITT)
Selectivity
6dB (More than 7.5kHz)
60dB (Less than 25kHz)
Spurious response rejection
More than 70dB
Audio output power
(at 10% distortion with an 8Ω load, 30% modulation)
Internal speaker More than 700mW
External speaker More than 500mW

Applicable U.S. Military Specifications
Icom makes rugged products that have been tested to and passed the following MIL-STD requirements and strict environmental standards.

Standard

MIL-810 F
Method, Proc.
Low Pressure Storage

500.4 I

Low Pressure Operation

500.4 II

High Temperature Storage

501.4 I

High Temperature Operation

501.4 II

Low Temperature Storage

502.4-3 I

Low Temperature Operation

502.4-3 II

Temperature Shock

503.4 I

Solar Radiation

505.4 I

Rain Blowing

506.4 I

Rain Drip

506.4 III

Dust Blowing

510.4 I

Vibration

514.5 I

Shock Functional

516.5 I

Shock Transit Drop

516.5 IV

Also meets equivalent MIL STD 810 -C, -D and -E.

Ingress Protection Standard

Water

IPX4(Water resistant protection)


All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.