The Icom IC‑9700 is a state‑of‑the‑art VHF/UHF/1200 MHz SDR transceiver designed for serious operators who demand high performance, modern features, and exceptional operating clarity. Built on Icom’s proven RF Direct Sampling architecture (144/430 MHz) and Down‑Conversion IF Sampling (1200 MHz), the IC‑9700 delivers outstanding signal purity, fast processing, and a highly responsive real‑time spectrum scope with waterfall display.

With a 4.3‑inch colour touchscreen, full duplex capability, Satellite mode, D‑STAR DV/DD digital modes, and seamless integration with the IC‑7300, the IC‑9700 sets a new benchmark for VHF/UHF all‑mode operation. This bundle includes the Icom SP‑38 external speaker, providing enhanced audio clarity and a matching aesthetic for a professional station setup.

Key Features

• Tri‑band SDR transceiver: 144 / 430 / 1200 MHz

• RF Direct Sampling (144/430 MHz) for superior signal purity

• Down‑Conversion IF Sampling for 1200 MHz

• Real‑time spectrum scope with waterfall display

• 4.3-inch TFT colour touchscreen for intuitive operation

• Full duplex with Dualwatch on separate bands

• Satellite mode with smooth Doppler correction

• D‑STAR DV/DD modes, plus Terminal & Access Point functions

• High‑efficiency PA and cooling system for stable long‑duration operation

• SP‑38 external speaker included for improved audio quality

• Perfect companion to the Icom IC‑7300 for a complete HF/VHF/UHF/1200 MHz station

Technical Specifications – Icom IC‑9700

General

• Frequency coverage:

  • 144–146 MHz, 430–440 MHz, 1240–1320 MHz

• Modes: SSB, CW, RTTY, AM, FM, DV, DD

• Antenna connectors: 3 × SO‑239 (144/430 MHz), 1 × Type‑N (1200 MHz)

• Operating temperature: –10°C to +60°C

• Power supply: 13.8 V DC

• Dimensions: 240 × 94 × 238 mm

• Weight: approx. 4.7 kg

Receiver

• RF Direct Sampling (144/430 MHz)

• Down‑Conversion IF Sampling (1200 MHz)

• Real‑time spectrum scope with waterfall

• Sensitivity (typical):

  • 144 MHz: 0.11 µV (SSB)

  • 430 MHz: 0.11 µV (SSB)

  • 1200 MHz: 0.16 µV (SSB)

• Selectivity:

  • SSB/CW: 2.4 kHz

  • AM: 6 kHz

  • FM: 15 kHz

Transmitter

• Output power:

  • 144 MHz: 100 W

  • 430 MHz: 75 W

  • 1200 MHz: 10 W

• Spurious emissions: Compliant with CE standards

• High‑efficiency PA with an advanced cooling system

• D‑STAR DV/DD digital voice/data support

Technical Specifications – Icom SP‑38 Speaker

• Matching external speaker for IC‑9700, IC‑7300, IC‑7610

• Frequency response: 80 Hz – 10 kHz

• Rated input: 5 W

• Maximum input: 7 W

• Impedance: 8 Ω

• Dimensions: 145 × 101 × 277 mm

• Weight: approx. 1.5 kg.