VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVERS IC-A15/S
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-230N | (Li-Ion)
| BP-232N | (Li-Ion) | |
BATTERY CASE
BP-261| AA (LR6)×6 alkaline cells | | | |
| BC-119N | Rapid charger (AD-106 is required)
| BC-121N | Rapid multicharger
| BC-160 | Rapid charger
| BC-171 | Regular charger
| BC-179 | Battery charger | | |
| BC-145S | 16V/1A (Use with BC-119N or BC-160)
| BC-147S | 12V/200mA
| BC-157S | 12V/6.6A |
| AD-106 | (Use with BC-119N/BC-121N) | | |
OPC-515L| (Use with BC-119N) |
| OPC-656 | (Use with BC-121N) | |
| CP-22 | (Use with BC-179) | | |
| HM-173 | | | |
| OPC-499 | | | |
| MB-94 | | | |
| MB-96F | | | |
| FA-B02AR |
| IC-A15 | IC-A15S | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Frequency range | 118.000–136.975MHz (COM) | Number of memory channels | 200 channels | 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 |
Ingress Protection Standard | Water | IPX4(Water resistant protection) | |
All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.