Icom ID-52E Multi-Function Dual Band Digital Handheld Radio with Colour Display and Bluetooth

Description

Icom ID-52E Multi-Function Dual Band Digital Handheld Radio with Colour Display and Bluetooth

System Overview

The ID-52E is a VHF/UHF dual-band radio with D-STAR and FM dual-mode functions. The ID-52E supports conventional FM communications as well as D-STAR simplex, repeater, regional, and worldwide calls over the D-STAR Internet gateway. With the ID-52E, you can call a friend in another city, or even internationally through D-STAR repeaters, with digital clear audio. In addition, the ID-52E can send digital voice with data, text messages, GPS location information, and pictures.

Features

Advanced Functions and Colour

• 2.3″ Large Colour Display

The ID-52E features a 2.3-inch colour display (320 × 280 pixels) which provides excellent viewability. The display background colour is selectable from black and white.

• Bluetooth Enabled Features

The optional VS-3 Bluetooth® headset enables hands-free wireless operation.
In addition to the PTT and volume up/down buttons, the VS-3 has three programmable buttons that can be assigned functions to improve operation.

You can connect to a smart device through Bluetooth®. The Remote Control Software, RS-MS1A for Android™ devices or RS-MS1I for iOS™ devices can wirelessly control the ID-52E to change operating frequencies and other settings.

• Picture Sharing Functions

Share pictures with other users and see the received pictures on the colour display. Pictures taken on a smart device can be wirelessly transferred to the ID-52E via Bluetooth®.

• DR (D-STAR Repeater) Function

The expanded DR (D-STAR Repeater) function makes D-STAR and FM repeater communication easier to use. Combined with the GPS function, the selection of an available local repeater is available with a couple of button pushes, based on your location. Additionally, DR mode supports reflector linking controls.

• Terminal Mode and Access Point Mode*

Connect the ID-52E to the Internet through a Windows® PC or an Android™ device. The Internet gateway (using Terminal mode and Access Point mode) enables you to access the D-STAR repeater network, even from areas where no D-STAR repeater is directly accessible via radio.

• Handy Radio First! Waterfall Display

The waterfall display shows not only the existence of signals but also the changes in signal levels in chronological order. You will have an overview of the band conditions in more detail, including busy frequencies currently used, or open frequencies not used. The band scope mode is selectable from centre mode, Fixed mode and Fixed scroll mode.

• V/V, U/U, V/U Dualwatch Including DV/DV Mode

The Dualwatch function monitors the VHF/VHF, UHF/UHF and VHF/UHF bands simultaneously*. You can quickly respond to a call from the Main and Sub bands. Two DV signals can be decoded at the same time.

• VHF/UHF Airband and FM Broadcast Receiver

Airband reception is expanded from VHF to UHF military airband (225 to 374.995 MHz). FM broadcast stations can be listened to while using the dual watch function.

• Integrated GPS/GLONASS Receiver

D-PRS mode is supported by the internal GPS receiver for sending your location and showing the received station location, distance, and direction from your current location. In addition to your location, the ID-52E displays your current Grid Square information. The GPS position data can be used for Position Auto Reply, Near Repeater Search, and GPS log functions.

• microSD Card Slot

You can store QSO Recording, TX Voice Memory, pictures, QSOs and GPS log data. Firmware upgrades, Repeater lists and other personal settings onto a microSD card (up to 32 GB). This can then be uploaded into the ID-52E radio.

• Micro USB Connector

The ID-52E has a Multi-function USB port as well as a USB host function, for charging the Icom battery packs, PC Programming, read/write contents to the microSD card, Terminal/Access Point mode support, as well as CI-V control as well as audio.

• IPX7 Waterproof and Tough Construction

IPX7 waterproofing and pro-grade construction make the ID-52E ideal for operating in harsh outdoor environments.

Other Features

• 750 mW loud audio output power
• Improved heat dissipation efficiency for stable operation
• DV fast data mode uses data in place of voice frames
• QSO log in CSV data format
• Accessories for the ID-51E/ID-31E such as battery packs and microphones can be used
• DV/FM near repeater search function
• Voice recorder function
• External DC power jack

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Additional information

Brand

Icom

Icom is a leading manufacturer of communication equipment, renowned for its innovative radio solutions. Established in 1954, the brand specializes in a wide range of products, including handheld radios, marine radios, and amateur radios, catering to professionals and enthusiasts alike. Icom is committed to quality, performance, and reliability in all its products.