Icom F43GS, UHF 256-channel 4W
Smart, Compact, Low Cost
The IC-F43GS series is suitable for a variety of needs — large or small, mobile or stationary. Whether you are a large-scale construction site, warehouse, hospital or hotel, or a small on the go messenger service, this radio provides the built-in flexibility to handle your communication needs. Offering advanced features such as wide frequency range, multiple signaling and loud audio, the IC-F43GS series is a rugged and reliable 2-way communications tool. This is the new direction in LMR communications.
Lithium-Ion battery pack
Supplied 1150mAh Li-Ion battery pack, BP-231, provides 8/9 hours of operating time. For longer operating time, use the BP-232 which is rated for a full 15/16 hours. Li-Ion technology has virtually no memory charging issues. A rugged dual-rail guide securely locks the battery to the radio.
Wide frequency range and large channel capacity
The IC-F43GS series covers a wide frequency range in one version (VHF 136-174MHz, UHF 400-470MHz or 450-512 (520) MHz). The 256 memory channel capacity with 16 memory banks allows you to divide and store a variety of flexible channel groupings. Easy memory channel selection with a simple rotation of the rotary channel knob.
Small and lightweight body
The IC-F33GS series sheds size and weight compared with previous models, weighing just 285g (including BP-231) and measuring only 53(W)×120(H)×32.5(D) mm. The aluminum die-cast chassis and polycarbonate casing combination meets MIL standard specifications.
Built-in multi-format tone signaling
Use the built-in CTCSS, DTCS, 2-Tone, or 5-Tone to set up your own talk groups and quiet stand-by when others are talking. You can also set up selective calls to individuals or control a repeater.
Multiple 2-Tone, Multiple 5-Tone
Encode or decode up to 10 2-Tone, 8 5-Tone codes on a single memory channel. This is perfect for professionals who require multiple district paging on one channel. When a matched tone is received, the following items are programmable for each code.
- Bell icon
- Beep Sound
- Answer Back
- Auto Transmit
- Stun
- Scan
8 programmable buttons
The [P0]–[P3], [▲], [▼], [Red] and [Monitor] buttons are programmable to meet specific needs. The [Red] button on the top panel can be assigned as an emergency trigger.
Alphanumeric display
The 8-character alphanumeric display shows channel, bank, tone code and scanning channel names on the display. A separate row of operational icons indicate battery, signal strength, RX/TX and other radio conditions.
Audio compander
The built-in audio compander reduces noise components and provides clear reception even in narrow band use.
Built-in voice scrambler
The IC-F43GS series includes a built-in inversion type voice scrambler in all models. When a more secure system is required, the optional voice scrambler unit UT-109 or UT-110 is available.
MDC 1200 compatible
The following selective calling and ANI features are available with the built-in MDC signalling.
- Radio check
- Caller ID
- Call alert
- Selective Call
- Radio stun/revive
- Status
- Pre-fixed mesage
Other features
- 8 DTMF autodial memories
- 2 step reduced power setting
- Power saver
- Power on password
- Busy, repeater lockout functions
- Optional SmarTrunk 3G™ unit, UT-117
- Programmable wide and narrow channel bandwidth (25/12.5kHz)
Specifications
General | ||||||||||
| Frequency range | 400-470MHz | |||||||||
| 450-512MHz | ||||||||||
| Number of channels | 256 channels / 16 banks | |||||||||
| Channel spacing | 12.5kHz / 25kHz, 15kHz / 30kHz | |||||||||
| PLL channel step | 5kHz, 6.25kHz (UHF) | |||||||||
| Antenna impedance | 50Ω | |||||||||
| Usable temperature range | -30°C to +60°C; | |||||||||
| -22°F to +140°F | ||||||||||
| Power supply requirement | 7.2V DC | |||||||||
| Current drain (at 7.2V DC; approx.) |
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| Dimensions (with BP-23) | 53 (W) × 120 (H) × 32.5 (D) mm; | |||||||||
| (Projections not included) | 2 3/32 (W) × 4 23/32 (H) × 1 9/32 (D) in | |||||||||
| Weight (approx.) | 285g; 10.0 oz (VHF) | |||||||||
| (with BP-231 and antenna) | 320g; 11.6 oz (UHF) | |||||||||
Transmitter | ||||||||||
| Output power | 4W (UHF) | |||||||||
| Max. freq. deviation | ||||||||||
| ±5kHz (Wide) | ||||||||||
| ±2.5Khz (Narrow) | ||||||||||
| Frequency Error | ±2.5ppm | |||||||||
| Spurious emissions | 70dB typ. (UHF) | |||||||||
| Adjacent channel power | 70dB (Wide), 60dB (Narrow) | |||||||||
| FM Hum and Noise | 46dB typ. (Wide) | |||||||||
| 40dB typ. (Narrow) | ||||||||||
| Audio harmonic distortion | 3% typ. (AF 1kHz, 40% deviation) | |||||||||
| Modulation limiting | 60-100% of max. deviation | |||||||||
| Ext. Microphone connector | 3-conductor 2.5 (d) mm (1/10") / 2.2kΩ | |||||||||
Receiver | ||||||||||
| Intermediate freq. | ||||||||||
| 1st | 46.35 MHz | |||||||||
| 2nd | 450 kHz | |||||||||
| Sensitivity | 0.25 µV typ. (at 12 dB SINAD) | |||||||||
| Squelch sensitivity | 0.2 5µV typ. (at threshold) | |||||||||
| Adjacent channel selectivity | 7 5dB typ. (Wide) | |||||||||
| 65 dB typ. (Narrow) | ||||||||||
| Spurious response | 70 dB | |||||||||
| Intermodulation | 74 dB typ. | |||||||||
| Hum and noise ratio | 4 5dB typ. (Wide) | |||||||||
| 40 dB typ. (Narrow) | ||||||||||
| Audio output power | 500 mW (at 5% distortion with an 8Ω load) | |||||||||
| Ext. speaker connector | 2-conductor 3.5 (d) mm (1/8") / 8Ω |
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