Sharp and soft IF filter shape factors are independently selectable for SSB and CW
Improved 3rd-order IMD characteristics and wide dynamic range
One-touch record/play switch on the front panel
Digital voice memory with external control capability
Extended 1/4 tuning step function and BPF function for SSB-D mode
Variable noise blanker level setting
SSB/CW synchronous tuning
Enhanced 4.9-inch color TFT LCD (New fonts and wallpapers available)
(Courtesy ICOMSupport Center, Osaka, Japan)
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