Icom IC-705 A to Z #1 Initial radio setup

NOTICE: In July 2021 the channel name changed from HamCuredSmoke
To Ham Radio A2Z. All of the earlier videos (like this one) are still available.

Well, this is the first, official A to Z video for the IC-705. So I guess I'm committed now. Sometimes my wife tells me that I should be committed. 😊
In upcoming videos, we'll start walking through specific features and functions of the radio.

Links to some AMPS compatible mounting plates that fit the bottom of the radio
(Note: These are affiliate links. I get a small commission if you buy through these links):

[ominkan]

You do a fantastic service. Wonderful videos.

[davidbisciotti]

I have come to use your videos as the "goto" for guidance. Thank you for investing time making these. I am pretty sure I speak for hundreds if not thousands of hams, you made setting up and using ICOMs easy and efficient. I am very grateful...Keep it up!

[BadHorsie]

I just bought one, your channel was the first stop for mo to learn more about this radio.

[nicholasfield]

Thanks Tom. Just learning my ic-705! This is my first rig!

[patrickmolloy]

hello. I just got the ic-705 and I just found your channel! No such thing as a coincidence! Great video.

[Windmill]

You gave me HUGE confidence with my 7300. When I end up getting my 705 I will be prepared. Thank you so much for taking the time to make these videos.

[gjgp]

Love my 705, still learning, and amazed. Hit 30miles away on 5w and a log antenna

[steveh]

Tom, i really appreciate your videos. I came across your A-Z series for 7300 in order to learn more about 705, so I’m glad you’ll be doing a 705 series. Many thanks and 73

[genekauffman]

Thanks, Tom. I went through your entire series on the 7300 and now look forward to the 705. Excellent learning videos.

[vincentcimino]

Thanks Tom, just received the 705 and I’m looking forward to following your videos on it

[Paddy_Roche]

Hi Tom, great to find you are doing a 705 series. I am, as I type setting mine up for first time use. I traded my 9700 for this rig as I had not really used it in a year of ownership. I know I will get much more use from this little marvel. What’s more is I will get so much more out of it now that you are doing a series on it. Great to be back Tom and I hope you and the family are all good and keeping safe, 73 for now Tom.

[crazynordlander]

Thanks for sharing! I have an IC-705 now and looking forward to watching your future videos on this radio.

[danamarcy]

Like the easily digestible segments that you are planning. Need lots of guidance to get my IC-705 up and running. Thanks VE6KBI

[richardcernava]

This video series is a massive help. Thank you for your hard work!

[BikingHikingRadio]

So glad you got the IC 705, as I got mine a week ago and loving it so far. Can't wait to take it out into the field for POTA. I've enjoyed your other A to Z videos so looking forward to the series for the 705! 73 de KN3A.

[swflKVNC]

Thanks Tom, Still love my 7300. But, now you got me thinking.

[alzeNL]

cant wait to get the 705, arriving monday, so your video (and series) have come at perfect times !

[konayasai]

The rubber feet may get in the way if you want to pair the unit up with aftermarket panel mounts or cases, so I'm quite happy ICOM lets you choose if you want them on or not.

[squeezeracer]

I was able to put my call sign in thanks to you. Didn't know that feature existed. I may subscribe.

[SubVet]

Nicely done! Just bought my 705 and your video helps a lot. I subscribed and liked.