Icom IC-A220 Airband VHF Mobile Kit

Icom IC-A220 Non-TSO Airband VHF Mobile Kit

Icom IC-A220 Non-TSO Panel Mount Airband Transceiver Mobile Kit

Everything you need to set up the IC-A220 Non-TSO Airband VHF Transceiver in your vehicle. Comes with the IC-A220, A220 mounting kit, speaker, microphone and a 545mm Mobile VHF Stainless Whip Antenna with a Magnetic Base.

SUPPLIED IN THE KIT

IC-A220 Non-TSO Version VHF Air Band Transceiver
IC-A220 Mounting Bracket
MB-53 Mobile Mounting Kit
SP5 Speaker
HM-176 Microphone
MBA-3 Card Edge Adapter (Connects the A220 to the MB-53 Housing Tray)
M1MBSW124KIT Mobile VHF Antenna Kit w/ Magnetic Base & Stainless Whip Antenna

IC-A220 Non-TSO Version

White OLED Display and White Key Backlight
The IC-A220 has a bright organic light emitting diode (OLED) display with a very wide 170 degree viewing angle. White characters on a black background show clear easy to read operating information. With white key backlighting, the white OLED display matches modern plane’s instrument panel. In addition, the auto dimmer function adjusts the display for optimum brightness at day or night.

Easy Channel Selection
It’s fast and easy to select any of memory channels in the IC-A220. The “flip-flop” arrow button switches between main and stand-by channels. The dualwatch function allows you to monitor two channels simultaneously. In addition, the auto stack memory stores the last 20 channels used and allows you to recall those channels easily.

Automatic Squelch Function
The new automatic squelch function detects the signal level and automatically adjusts the squelch level to maintain a received call. The manual squelch function allows you to instantly adjust the squelch level. The squelch test function manually opens the squelch for testing. 12V/24V DC Power Source The built-in DC-DC converter accepts a 12/24V DC power source. The IC-A220 is easily installed in most air planes or vehicles.

Intercom Functions
The IC-A220 has a built-in voice activated intercom function allowing the pilot to talk with the copilot via the headset. The IC-A220 has adjustable audio level and squelch control functions.

GPS Memory Function
When connected to an external GPS receiver equipped with an airport frequency database, the frequency data such as nearby airports can be transferred and made available in the IC-A220.

Features

20 regular memory channels with a 6-character channel name
50 group memory channels (10 Ch × 5 groups) with a channel tag
Dualwatch and priority watch functions for listening to 2 channels at the same time
One touch access to 121.5 MHz emergency frequency
Side tone function for monitoring your voice with headset
ANL (Automatic noise limiter) function reduces pulse type noise
Remote control capability
PC programming capability
Dial lock and panel lock
Time-out-timer
Slim 34mm (1.34 inch) height can be installed in a limited panel space
D-Sub 25-pin industry standard connector for easy installation
Two types of menu mode; settings menu and configuration menu
8W Output Power (Carrier power)

USER MANUALS

ICOM IC-A220 - Instruction Manual

ICOM IC-A220 - Installation Manual

ICOM MB-53 Mobile Mounting Bracket Kit

Comes with HM176 microphone, SP5 external speaker, MBA-3 rear panel adapter, and harness. Allows your IC-A220 VHF Airband radio to be fitted into a vehicle for mobile ground operations or to be adapted to be used as a ground base station.

Mobile VHF Antenna Kit w/ Magnetic Base & Stainless Whip Antenna

The M1SW124 is a stainless steel 1/4 wave antenna suitable for all air band applications on a 5/16" fitting. The M1SW124 works best when mounted as close to the surface of the ground plane as possible. Magnetic base allows easy mounting on any vehicle roof / bonnet / boot.

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