{"product_id":"icom-ic-pw2-hf-plus-50-mhz-1kw-ldmos-full-duty-cycle-linear-amplifier","title":"ICOM IC-PW2 HF Plus 50 MHz 1KW LDMOS Full Duty Cycle Linear Amplifier","description":"\u003cp\u003eA high performance, multi-function linear amplifier is one of the key pieces of equipment for keen competition in DX hunting and contesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIcom presents the new IC-PW2.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHigh Power \u0026amp; Full Duty Cycle Operation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe IC-PW2 uses new 65 V LDMOS power transistors (MRFX1K80HR5) and a high-efficiency power supply. Achieve a 1kW output with a 200V AC Input. The IC-PW2 instantly operates at full power once turned on. Use the PW2 for long contest hours or full-duty FT8 operation.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"headline3 title\"\u003eIncreased Linearity \u0026amp; Clean Transmission with the Digital Pre-Distortion (DPD) Technology (with the IC-7610)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"mod_cont\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ethe IC-7610. This technology corrects the signal distortion from the IC-PW2, by applying inverse distortion to the output signal from the IC-7610 exciter in advance\u003csup\u003e*2\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*1 According to our research as of July 2023.\u003cbr\u003e*2 Not applied in non-linear modulation such as FM, FSK, and MSK modes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo radio inputs and six antenna connectors provide fully automatic antenna-switching capabilities. Each antenna can be independently selected when changing a band on either transceiver. You can operate it as if you had two linear amplifiers. When using dual independent receivers, which the IC-7610 and IC-7851 have, you can watch two bands at once by using two antennas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"headline3 title\"\u003ePowerful SO2R Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mod_cont\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle Operator Two Radios (SO2R) operation is possible with one IC-PW2. While you are making a call on one radio\u003csup\u003e*1\u003c\/sup\u003e, you can watch another band on the other radio. The transmitter lockout function\u003csup\u003e*2\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eprevents simultaneous transmission of two radios during SO2R operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConventional linear amplifiers require two multi-band bandpass filters (BPF) to prevent suppression of receive sensitivity by their own transmit signal when operating SO2R. However, the IC-PW2 automatically connects the multi-band BPF to the receiving radio when you select either radio to transmit. This makes SO2R operation possible with just one Multi-band BPF*.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerformance may deteriorate depending on the performance\/specifications of the BPF and exciter, antenna installation conditions, and other factors. In such cases, please take measures such as using two sets of BPFs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"headline3 title\"\u003eRX-ANT Connectors for Multi-band BPF and External Equipment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mod_cont\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eUser supplied bandpass filters (BPF), preamps, and attenuators can be connected to the [RX-ANT] connectors. When you use two radios with the IC-PW2, one multi-band BPF can be shared with these radios by switching the receiving radio. In addition, the band switching of multi-band BPF can be controlled from the band signal output connector. The [BAND 1], [BAND 2] signal output connectors, can each be set to either [INPUT 1], [INPUT 2], transmitter side, or receiver side. It can be linked with band switching of various external devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003eUser supplied bandpass filters (BPF), preamps, and attenuators can be connected to the [RX-ANT] connectors. When you use two radios with the IC-PW2, one multi-band BPF can be shared with these radios by switching the receiving radio. In addition, the band switching of multi-band BPF can be controlled from the band signal output connector. The [BAND 1], [BAND 2] signal output connectors, can each be set to either [INPUT 1], [INPUT 2], transmitter side, or receiver side. It can be linked with band switching of various external devices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse compatible Icom radios to get the full performance out of the IC-PW2. Accessing various settings is easy. When you operate the transceiver by changing bands and frequency tuning, the IC-PW2 automatically works in conjunction. It provides a rapid response in contests and multi-band operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible Radio linked operation is available with IC-7851, IC-7610, and IC-7300 (firmware upgrade required.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional PC remote-control software will provide a remote-control operation through a LAN. Remote power ON\/OFF from the PC and various operation of the radio will be possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe antenna tuner uses mechanical relays to retune the operating band in two to three seconds. The IC-PW2 has also succeeded in reducing unnecessary emissions during tuning. The antenna tuner works even when the power amplifier function is not used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA remote-control cable (3 m, 9.8 ft) enables the amplifier to be mounted away from the radios for a big station installation. The 4.3 inch color display is a touch screen with a graphical user interface. Connected antennas are graphically shown on the display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"headline3 title\"\u003eOther Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mod_cont\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-efficiency and low noise cooling system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarious error detection circuits protect internal components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn SD card slot on the front panel for firmware updates and saving settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote AUX jack for controlling an automatic tuning telescopic antenna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntenna quick select function that can connect to priority antenna with simple action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ICOM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45164001034287,"sku":"IC-PW2","price":5499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/8260\/1775\/files\/5202626913.png?v=1774980333","url":"https:\/\/mtcradio.com\/products\/icom-ic-pw2-hf-plus-50-mhz-1kw-ldmos-full-duty-cycle-linear-amplifier","provider":"MTC Radio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}