IC-A25N / IC-A25C

VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVER
IC-A25N IC-A25C
6 W (PEP) Powerful Air Band Radio with Built-in GPS and Bluetooth®

General Details

VHF AIR BAND TRANSCEIVER

IC-A25N
IC-A25C
6 W (PEP) Powerful Air Band Radio with
Built-in GPS and Bluetooth®

Features

Built-in GPS with Simplified Waypoint NAV (for IC-A25N)

The simplified waypoint NAV guides you to a destination by using current position information from GPS (also GLONASS and SBAS). The waypoint NAV has two functions: Direct-To NAV and Flight Plan NAV. In the Direct-To NAV, the IC-A25N directly guides you to a specified waypoint. In the Flight Plan NAV, the transceiver guides you to a sequential series of waypoints. Up to 10 flight plans and 300 waypoints can be memorized in the IC-A25N. Position information imported from an Android/iOS device* can be used as a waypoint.
* RS-AERO1A/RS-AERO1I required.

Flight Plans with Android™ /iOS™ App (for IC-A25N)

Using the RS-AERO1A (Android) or RS-AERO1I (iOS) application, you can make flight plans on an Android/iOS device and import the plan into the IC-A25N via Bluetooth. The following four functions are available:
1. Create a flight plan
You can make flight plans on an Android/iOS device by using preprogrammed waypoints.
2. Set Direct-To NAV
You can select a point on the map and export it to the IC-A25N for Direct-To NAV.
3. Display flight plan information
A flight plan in the IC-A25N can be displayed on an Android/iOS device.
4. Display waypoint information
Preprogrammed waypoints can be exported to an Android/iOS device and plotted on an map application.

VOR Navigation Functions (for IC-A25N)

The CDI (Course Deviation Indicator) is detailed like a real VOR instrument, and displays any deviation from your course.
The OBS (Omni Bearing Selector) enables you to change course from the original flight plan.
The TO-FROM indicator shows the position relationship between your aircraft and the course selected by the OBS.
The ABSS (Automatic Bearing Set System) function enables you to set the current course as a new course in two simple steps.

Near Station Search Function (for IC-A25N)

The near station search function assists you in accessing nearby ground stations. The function searches for nearby stations using the station memories that have GPS position information. To use the near station search function, position data and frequencies of the ground stations must be programmed.

Class-Leading High Power RF Output

Output power is increased to approximately 6 W typical (PEP) and 1.8 W typical (carrier) compared to the IC-A24 (5/1.5 W (PEP/carrier)). This expands the communication coverage and enhances the safety of aircraft operation.

Easy-to-Use Interface

Often used functions are assigned to the keypad and you can directly access a desired function. The enlarged flat sheet keypad offers smooth and swift operation.

2.3 inch Large High Visibility LCD

The large and high visibility LCD provides user-friendly, graphic screens. The night mode option enables easy viewing in the dark. The operating frequency in large characters can be recognized at a glance.

“Flip-Flop” Channel Recall

The IC-A25N/C stores the last 10 channels used. You can easily recall those channels by using the directional keys or the channel knob on the top panel. This is convenient for switching between several channels, such as NAV and COM channels.

Built-in Bluetooth® for Hands-Free Operation (for IC-A25N)

A third-party wireless Bluetooth® headset, like a 3M™ Peltor™ WS™ 5*, provides convenient hands-free operation. Also, by using the optional VS-3 Bluetooth® headset, the side tone function can be used.
* Compatibility not guaranteed.

Intelligent Battery with Detailed Battery Status

The supplied BP-288, 2350 mAh (typical) intelligent battery pack, provides up to 10.5 hours* of operating time. You can check the condition of the battery pack in the battery status screen. It is very useful for optimum charging and battery health maintenance.
* Typical operation with Tx: Rx (Max.audio): standby=5:5:90. (Bluetooth OFF, GPS ON)

Other Features

・ IP57 dust-protection and waterproof construction
・ Operate with six AA size alkaline batteries with the BP-289 battery case
・ BNC antenna
・ 121.5 MHz emergency key
・ Weather channels
・ Priority watch
・ VFO scan, memory channel scan, priority scan
・ ANL (Auto Noise Limiter) for noise reduction
・ Side tone function
・ Internal VOX capability
・ 300 memory channels (in 15 memory groups) with 12 character names
・ 8.33 kHz channel spacing

Specifications

General

IC-A25N
IC-A25C
NAV and COM
NAV and COM channels
COM channels
Frequency range
TX
118.000–136.992 MHz
118.000–136.992 MHz
RX
108.000–136.992 MHz
118.000–136.992 MHz
RX (Weather)
161.650–163.275 MHz
161.650–163.275 MHz
Number of memory channels
300 channels/15 groups
Channel spacing
25/8.33 kHz
Type of emission
6K00A3E, 5K60A3E, 16K0G3E (Weather)
Power supply requirement
7.2 V DC (BP-288), 11.0 V DC (External DC Jack)
Current drain (approximately)
Tx High
Less than 1.8 A
Rx Max. audio/Stand-by
Less than 500 mA
90 mA typ. (GPS, Bluetooth, Light: OFF)
Antenna impedance
50 Ω
Operating temperature range
−10 °C to +60 °C;
−14 °F to +140 °F
Dimensions (W × H × D;)
(Projections not included)
58.9 × 148.4 × 31.8 mm;
2.3 × 5.8 × 1.3 in
Weight (approximately)
340 g; 12.0 oz (with BP-288)

Transmitter

IC-A25N
IC-A25C
Output power (at 7.2 V DC)
6.0/1.8 W typical (PEP/carrier)
Audio harmonic distortion
Less than 10% (at 60% modulation)
Hum and noise ratio
More than 35 dB
Spurious emissions
More than 46 dB
(Except operating frequency ±62.5 kHz in 25 kHz channel spacing.)
(Except operating frequency ±20.825 kHz in 8.33 kHz channel spacing.)
Frequency stability
±0.4 kHz

Receiver

IC-A25N
IC-A25C
Intermediate frequencies
46.35 MHz/450 kHz (1st/2nd)
Sensitivity
NAV/COM
(6 dB S/N)
Less than 0 dBμ
WX (12 dB SINAD)
Less than -8 dBμ
Squelch sensitivity (at threshold)
Less than 0 dBμ (AM), Less than -5 dBμ (FM)
Spurious response
More than 60 dB (AM), More than 30 dB (FM)
Hum and noise
More than 35 dB (at 30% modulation)
Audio output power
External speaker
530 mW typical (AM 8 Ω/60% Mod at 10% distortion)
Internal speaker
1200 mW typical (AM 8 Ω/60% Mod at 10% distortion)
Ext. speaker connector
3-conductor 3.5 (d) mm (1⁄8ʺ)/8 Ω
Measurements made in accordance with FCC Part87.
All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

Applicable U.S. Military Specifications
Standard
MIL-810 G
Method
Procedure
Low Pressure
500.5
I, II
High Temperature
501.5
I, II
Low Temperature
502.5
I, II
Temperature Shock
503.5
I-C
Solar Radiation
505.5
I
Rain Blowing/Drip
506.5
I, III
Humidity
507.5
II
Salt Fog
509.5

Dust Blowing
510.5
I
Immersion
512.5
I
Vibration
514.6
I
Shock
516.6
I, IV
Also meets equivalent MIL-STD-810 -C, -D, -E and -F.

Supplied Accessories / Optional Accessories

Supplied Accessories
BP-288 battery pack
BP-289 battery case*
BC-224 rapid charger
BC-123SA/SE AC adapter for BC-224*
OPC-2379* headset adapter
FA-B02AR antenna
MB-133 belt clip
Hand strap
* Not supplied or may differ depending on the radio version.

Optional Accessories

CHARGERS
BC-224
DESKTOP CHARGER

BATTERIES
BP-288
LI-ION BATTERY PACK

BP-289
BATTERY CASE

POWER SUPPLY CABLES
CP-20
CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE

SOFTWARE
CS-A25
PROGRAMING SOFTWARE

RS-AERO1A
FLIGHT PLANNING SOFTWARE

RS-AERO1I
FLIGHT PLANNING SOFTWARE

ANTENNAS
FA-B02AR
FLEXIBLE ANTENNA

MICROPHONES
HM-231
SPEAKER MICROPHONE

BELT CLIPS
MB-133
BELT CLIP

BELT HANGERS
MB-96F
BELT HANGER

MB-96FL
BELT HANGER

MB-96N
BELT HANGER

ADAPTER CABLES
OPC-2379
HEADSET ADAPTER CABLE

PROGRAMMING/DATA CABLES
OPC-478UC
CLONING CABLE

HEADSETS
VS-3
BLUETOOTH HEADSET

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