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Icom IC-4008A FRS Radio

Specifications:

Channels: 14 in FRS band. CH 1- 462.5625 MHz, CH 2 - 462.5875 MHz, CH 3 - 462.6125 MHz, CH 4 - 462.6375 MHz, CH 5 - 462.6625 MHz, CH 6 - 462.6875 MHz, CH 7 - 462.7125 MHz, CH 8 - 467.5625 MHz, CH 9 - 467.5875 MHz. CH 10- 467.6125 MHz, CH 11 - 467.6375 MHz, CH 12 - 467.6625 MHz, CH 13 - 467.6875 MHz, CH 14 - 467.7125 MHz
FCC license required: No
Transmit power: 1/2 watt (500mW)
Size: 2.3" w x 4.5" h x 1.1" d
Weight (including 3 cells): 7.8 oz.
Water resistant: Yes, to JIS-5 standard
Mil-Spec: Yes, meets U.S. military standards (MIL STD) 810 C/D/E for shock and vibration
CTCSS codes: 38 PL codes, (67.0 - 250.3 Hz)
Power source: Uses 3 AA batteries or optional BP-202 Ni-Cad battery pack
Battery life: 3 alkaline cells, approximate 30 hours, Optional BP-202 Ni-Cad approximate 6.5 hours
Low battery indicator: Yes, low battery indicator (alkaline power)
Current drain: Less than 400 mA
Display: LCD, not known if it has a backlite yet
Receiver sensitivity: (12 dB SINAD): Less than 0.2 µV
Receive audio output power (at 4.5 V DC): More than 100 µV at 10% distortion with an 8 ohm load
Frequency stability: 1.7 kHz
Frequency spacing: 12.5 kHz
Operating temperature range: +14°F to +122°F
External microphone connector: 3-conductor 2.5 (d) mm/2.2 k ohm
External SP connector: 2 conductor 3.5 9d) mm/8 ohm
Button lock: Yes, selectable lock feature maintains radio settings
Auto power turn off: Yes, selectable auto power-off timer (two hours) to save batteries
'Call-Ring" function : Yes, sends a ring tone, like a phone or pager ring. Up to ten different ring patterns let you know the identity of your caller before taking the call
"Smart Ring" function: Yes, lets you confirm whether or not a call has reached the receiving party (if they are using an IC-4008A), even if the person you're calling is temporarily away from the radio
ATS (Automatic TranSponder) function: Like the "Smart Ring" function, this lets you confirm whether or not a call has reached the receiving party, but without a "Ring" tone
Antenna: Rotary type antenna, can be folded behind the radio when not in use
Colors: Black and yellow
Comes with: Antenna and owners manual
VOX: Yes, with optional VOX headset

Options & Accessories:

BC-119 DESKTOP CHARGER + AD-89 DESKTOP CHARGER ADAPTER Rapidly charges installed Ni-Cd battery cell assembly, BP-202. Both AC and DC can be used to power the charger. Charging time: 75 to 85 minutes
HM-54 SPEAKER-MICROPHONE Durable, full sized speaker-microphone
BC-119L DESKTOP CHARGER SET Consists of BC-119 and AD-89, all in one package
HM-75A SPEAKER-MICROPHONE Allows you to remotely select operating channels, etc.
BC-202 Ni-Cd BATTERY CELL ASSEMBLY Install into the battery cell space in the transceiver.
HM-46 SPEAKER-MICROPHONE Compact and lightweight. Equipped with an earphone jack and a

HS-85 HEADSET For hands free operation. Includes VOX (voice activation), PTT (push to talk) and "one

Some Other Notes: This is a well made radio by a respected radio company. This is the only Mil-Spec FRS radio I have seen so far. The "Call Ring" and "Smart Ring" functions are real handy. The remote channel change function of the HM-46 speaker-mic is a real handy feature too.

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Manufacturer point of contact: Icom

Best Price: is $78.49 at Bill's 2 Way

Note .... Please check current pricing and availability. Info current as of 7/17/99.