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Listen to AM & FM broadcast radio stations, police, fire, military, aircraft, various amateur bands, and more. Weather Alert A first in handheld receivers! goad f re9,0 The weather alert function helps keep you informed of any weather emergencies, so you o; can respond fast. Great for when you're out in the field! (USA version only) www.icomreceivers.corn 1 250 Memory Channels With a phanumeric naming 1000 memory, 25 scan edge pairs, 200 auto -write scan memory channels (Max.100 from CV,e 18 banks). Quickly tune to your favorite frequencies! Large Backlit Display Shows thereceivefrequency, batteryindicator,relativesignal strength, etc... programming & cloning IC-R5. Join the winning team. Optional software (CS -R5) 100 kHz - 1309.995 MHz* 1250 Memory Channels with Alphanumeric Naming CTCSS cable (OPC-474) are required. USB type cable (OPC-478U) is & DTCS Decoder Weather Alert External Power Terminal Internal Bar Antenna Ni-Cd also available. Power Weather Resistant Construction Auto Squelch PC Programmable* Rugged Construction Weather resistantconstruction make the 'R5great for active outdoor operation External DC Jack For simultaneous charging and AC operation Large Function Keys !corn For user friendly operation Large Speaker For crisp, clear audio %Jour Internal Bar Antenna For improved AM sensitivity Small, Take -Anywhere Size Dimensions: 274"W x 378"H a 1"D Weight: 6 oz. approx. Setting a new standard This device hos not been approved by the FCC. This device may not be sold or leased, or offered for sale or lease, unfil approvalof the FCC has been obtained. *Cellular frequencies blocked; unblocked versions available to FCC approved users ©2002 ICOM America, Inc 2380 116th Ave NE, Bellevue,WA98004, www.icomamerica.com 425-454-8155. The ICOM logo is a registered trademark of ICOM, Inc All specifications ore subject to change without noun or obligation. R5POPCOM1102 rICOM Universal Radio-Quality equipment since 1942. 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