ICOM IC-PW2 HF/50 MHz ALL Band 1 kW Linear Amplifiers

The ICOM IC-PW2 HF/50 MHz ALL Band 1 kW Linear Amplifier is a high performance, multi-function linear amplifier and is considered one of the key pieces of equipment for keen competition in DX hunting and contesting.

Featuring high power and full duty cycle operation, the IC-PW2 uses new 65V LDMOS power transistors (MRFX1K80HR5) and a high-efficiency power supply to achieve a full 1kW output with a 200VAC Input. The IC-PW2 instantly operates at full power once turned on. Use the IC-PW2 for long contest hours or full-duty FT8 operation. Experience linearity and clean transmission with Digital Pre-Distortion (DPD) Technology with 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

2x6 Automatic Antenna Selection allows two radio inputs and six SO-239 female antenna jacks 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.

Powerful SO2R (Single Operator Two Radio) operation is possible with one IC-PW2. While you are making a call on one radio, you can watch another band on the second radio. The transmitter lockout function prevents simultaneous transmission of two radios during SO2R operation. Conventional linear amplifiers require two multi-band bandpass filters 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 transceiver when you select either transceiver to transmit. This makes SO2R operation possible with just one multi-band bandpass filter.

User supplied bandpass filters, preamps, and attenuators can be connected to the [RX-ANT] connectors. When using two radios with the IC-PW2, one multi-band bandpass filter can be shared with these radios by switching the receiving radio. Additionally, the band switching of multi-band bandpass filters 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. Using compatible Icom radios will allow you to achieve the full performance out of the IC-PW2. Accessing various settings is simple. 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.

Optional PC remote-control software will provide remote-control operation through a local area network connection (LAN). Remote power ON/OFF from the PC and various operation of the radio is possible.

The 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.

The included 9.8 ft. (3m) remote-control cable enables the amplifier to be mounted away from the transceivers for large station installations. The 4.3 inch color touch screen display features a graphical user interface. Connected antennas are graphically shown on the display.

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Other Notable Features Include:

• High-efficiency and low noise cooling system

• Various error detection circuits protect internal components

• An SDHC card slot on the front panel for firmware updates and saving settings. (Uses up to a 32GB SDHC card)

• Remote AUX jack for controlling an automatic tuning telescopic antenna

• Antenna quick select function that can connect to priority antenna with simple action

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Note: No AC Plug Installed, Requires User Supplied NEMA 6-15P Plug installed.

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Supplied Accessories:

• OPC-104B ACC cable - 9.8 ft. (3m)

• Controller Cable - 9.8 ft. (3m)

• OPC-125B Coaxial cable - 9.8 ft. (3m)

• OPC-718 Remote Control Cable - 9.8 ft. (3m)

• Detachable Controller Unit

• Controller Bracket/Stand

• Controller Dummy Panel – (Used when Control Unit is installed remotely)

• Ground Lug

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Icom IC-PW2 Specifications:

• Frequency Coverage: 1.8MHz, 3.5MHz, 7.0MHz, 10.0MHz, 14.0MHz, 18.0MHz, 21.0MHz, 24.0MHz, 28.0MHz, and 50MHz (Amateur bands)

• Output Power: 1kW (180 - 264VAC), 500W (90 - 132VAC)

• Driving Power Maximum: 100W

• Power Supply Requirements: 90 - 132VAC or 180 - 264VAC

• Power Consumption: 2000VA (100VAC) 3000VA (200VAC)

• Spurious Emissions: -60/-70 dB or less (HF/50 MHz band)

• Antenna Connectors:

Input - SO239 Female × 2 (50 Ω)

Output - SO239 Female × 6 (50 Ω)

• Tuner Matching Range: (Tuner Switched On) 16.7 - 150.0 Ω (HF - 50 MHz)

• Tuning Accuracy: SWR 1: 1.5 or less

• Tuning Time: Average 2 - 3 seconds, Maximum 15 seconds

• Usable Temperature Range: 14 ℉ - 104 ℉ (-10 ℃ - +40 ℃)

• Dimensions: (W×H×D) 16.73 × 5.87 × 17.52in (425 × 149 × 445mm), (Projections not included)

• Weight: (Approximate) 48.5 lbs. (22 kg)