Is the ICOM IC-7100 discontinued?

The Icom UK announcement reads: Unfortunately, due to unprecedented recent demand for a model that was previously slowing down, we have come up against some component shortages. A couple of key parts have been discontinued that are used in the assembly of our IC-7100.

How old is the ICOM 7100?

In 1995, almost two decades ago, Icom changed the way radio hams thought about mobile HF communication with the introduction of the IC-706.

When did the ICOM 7100 come out?

2012
At the 2012 Tokyo Hamfair, Icom once again changed mobile HF communications by introducing the IC-7100. The ease of operation with fingertip control utilizing the intuitive touch screen interface with the power of 32-bit IF DSP.

Does ICOM 7100 have internal tuner?

The IC-7100 does not have a built in tuner. It has a jack to connect to a couple of Icom’s tuners and LDG also has an automatic tuner that plugs straight in.

Does the ICOM 7100 have Bluetooth?

BlueCAT is an interface device, which allows you to connect the CIV (Communications Interface-V) port of your ICOM radio, wirelessly, to Bluetooth enabled devices.

Is the Icom IC-7100 a good radio?

For people who are looking for their first radio and for those who want a ‘complete’ solution for under £1000, a second hand 7100 is a fantastic option! The ICOM IC-7100 was never really on my radar. I guess I just didn’t really like the idea of that odd looking control unit.

Where is the SD card on the ICOM 7100?

Another great feature of the IC-7100 is the SD CARD that sits in the front of the base-unit. It can be used to store all the radio’s memories and also to record QSO’s or even store pre-recorded voice messages which can be transmitted at the push of a button.

Which is better a KX3 or an ICOM 7100?

One has to accept right at the beginning that a ‘Shack In A Box’ is never going to be as sensitive as a KX3 or DX3000, but in every day life, there is very little difference. Sure, the tiniest, most faded signals can better be pulled out of the distance with the premium HF radios, but the IC-7100 is no slouch!!

Why did ICOM go backwards with the IC-7300?

Icom has gone backwards in some ways with the IC-7300 over what they had with IC-7100. The IC-7100 got some early bad reviews due to a few design issues Icom has since corrected. The most well known was low power output on SSB. That was was corrected years ago and is no longer an issue.

Is the ICOM IC-7100 discontinued? The Icom UK announcement reads: Unfortunately, due to unprecedented recent demand for a model that was previously slowing down, we have come up against some component shortages. A couple of key parts have been discontinued that are used in the assembly of our IC-7100. How old is the ICOM 7100?…