Icom IC-705 Hands On Review, HF/VHF/UHF All Mode Ham Transceiver!!

Check out the brand new Icom IC-705, An HF/VHF/UHF/DSTAR All Mode ham radio transceiver. More videos are on the way on specific features like the WiFi, Bluetooth and more..Leave a comment if you have an idea for a video on this radio.
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[hamradiotube]

We're all in 2020 reviewing Baofengs and stuff. Eric's in 3020 bringing us this awesomeness before its even released.

[TheTechPrepper]

Thank you for the tour. I’d like to see the IC-705 in the field using digital modes—preferably, FT8 and/or JS8Call. I love my FT-818ND, but this rig could be its replacement. Keep up the great content.

[plemieux]

Future vid topics:
1) I’ve heard you can charge from a USB power source (e.g., USB wall charger or USB portable battery). How long does it take to charge and can you run full 10w from a portable USB battery?
2) Would love to see Bluetooth and WiFi capabilities demoed.
3) Would like to see the SWR analyzer/graph function again on this. Such a cool tool.
4) How does that awful Florida heat and humidity effect it if at all? Noticed you showed a temp gauge in this video.
5) Show us some mounting options, tripods, Mobile, etc.
6) Demo APRS w/ internal GPS.
7) Demo remote control via phone app.

[X-RADIO]

Deposit placed August 2019, maybe get it August 2020
> No ATU, Not an issue, use resonant antenna or small external ATU
> No 4M, Not an issue, use small Transverter 5W @ $75

For me the only missing nice to have,
2 X BNC, 1 for HF & 1 for VHF/UHF, convenience, not a show stopper

[spytromics]

I agree with you on the tuner. The one odd thing is the micro USB. We've had USB C for many years now.

[BobLewen]

I’ve had a 7300 for about a year; it would help newbies if you showed the ease of the menu in setting up the 705 with a laptop for FT-8 and other digital modes.

[davesmith]

Very cool. Getting one as soon as it's in stock

[NGD]

Eric, thanks for sharing. To answer your question on the two buttons you found on the Band Stacking Register screen at 16:05 in your video: F-INP opens the Frequency Input screen for direct entry of a frequency. The GENE is just one of the bands in the stacking register. The F-INP screen is also pretty useful, besides allowing direct keypad entry of frequency, you can enter split frequencies and enter memory channels. The basic operation of direct frequency input, band stacking, etc. will be familiar to those who have used an IC-7300. Keep up the good work, I enjoy your videos. 73 Lynn NG9D

[TroyCraft]

HRC first across the finish line for a solid review from US influencer. Impressed that you pulled this off. Kudos!

[philipwade]

I guess it pays to stay up late some night's! Thanks for dropping the 705 video!

[davidwgzs]

Eric, good intro of the 705. What might be helpful is a demo of the power diff between the 705 @ 5w and 7300 @100w using your signals as seen on Reverse Beacon Network or the KiwiSDR network of receivers. QRP is fun but it is low power.

[sideshowbob]

I just got a 705 and ill be watching all your videos ! 😉👍

[woodsbikes]

That looks like a nice qrp rig. Icom's answer to the Elecraft KX 2 and KX3. I like how big the screen is compared to the Yaesu FT 817 and 818.

Good video thank you for the nice demo.

[glevideo]

Put it on your kitchen scales so I can see how much it weighs (with battery and mic). It looks a little big and possibly heavier than I would want to take in my backpack for a long hike but I'd like to be proven wrong. Every ounce adds up when on long distance hikes and I watch the weight carefully. That's why I use an ATS-3 built into an Altoids tin as my hiking rig. It only weighs a couple ounces.

[soctnights]

Thanks for the update Eric. I own the 7300. I will buy a 705 as a gift to myself after I pass the Extra Class exam. Just an incentive to remain focused. 73, W1RKB

[mikes]

They will sell by the bucket load. I think it looks quite amazing. Pricey? Add up the number of bands plus dStar a complete ham shack in a box. I have a KX3, love it, but price wise it’s not too far away from this. So put it all into perspective. Radios that can have firmware upgrades mean additional elements can be added over time, so it has in built upgrade ability. Don’t knock it ICOM have raised the bar with this. Am I buying one, no, because I have all the portable gear I need and couldn’t justify changing. Resonant antenna are the way to go and what’s even more amazing they are easy to build. Get out there and enjoy the hobby. Great review 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 73 M0AZE Mike

[turtlecreek]

Way to go with a major product pull! Lots here in the states seem to be scratching their heads wondering how, LOL. NICE. Will be fun watching you putting it into use.

[drenjdh]

I want to see you in a park, backyard or somewhere with a wire antenna and making a contact. I love the videos you put out, but I want to see it in action! I bought a 7300 because of your video.

[tritiustritius]

Hi, Great video ! What about to climb a hill and demonstrate what's the 705 is capable to do working with a single stock battery on HF, VHF and UHF ? This test will give us the measure of about how enjoyable this radio is. 73 de IW2CZG

[rogerp]

Eric, great high level review. Take your folding chair, satellite antenna, a tripod for the IC-705 (that 1/4-20 mount on the bottom is a great idea for portable use) and a Raspberry Pi with one of the dedicated ham builds on it. If you could live stream that would be great. I want to see you work a satellite, do some FT4/8, and of course some phone and CW. If you can get the backpack I want to see how well it hold the Bioeno battery and a Chameleon antenna.