Icom IC-7800

Icom IC-7800 firmware

Icom · IC-7800 · IC-7800 · HF transceiver

Latest firmware for the Icom IC-7800 is v3.10 (May 21, 2015).

Specifications

IC-7800 specifications

Type
Amateur HF/VHF transceiver
Frequency range
TX: 10-160 m + WARC / 6 m / RX: 0.03-60 MHz
Modes
AM / FM / SSB / CW / RTTY / PSK31
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General

Mode
AM / FM / SSB / CW / RTTY / PSK31
Type
Amateur HF/VHF transceiver
Weight
25 Kg (55.12 lb)
Power supply
Mains: 85-265 VAC (3-pin IEC C14 connector) 3 V lithium battery (CR2032) for clock and timer backup
Tuning steps
Down to 1 Hz
Other features
7" color TFT with VGA output. Auto-ATU. RTTY/PSK31 decoder. DSP. Spectrum scope. DVR. Two USB connectors. +40 dBm ultra high intercept point. CI-V. Electronic keyer. Speech synthesizer. Compact Flash card storage. CTCSS/PL. Four 32 bit DSP's. RS-232C. Twin RX.
Frequency range
TX: 10-160 m + WARC / 6 m RX: 0.03-60 MHz
Dimensions (W*H*D)
424*149*435 mm (16.69*5.87*17.13")
Frequency stability
±0.05 ppm @ 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
Repeater shift / offset
±0 to 9.999 MHz in 1 KHz steps
Channels / memory management
99 regular 2 scan edge Non-volatile EEPROM storage
Antenna impedance / connector
50 ohm / Four SO-239 & one BNC HF: 16.7-150 ohm with ATU on 6 m: 20-125 ohm with ATU on
Current drain / power consumption
RX: 200 to 210 VA TX: Max 800 VA

Miscellaneous

Manufactured
Japan, 2004-201x (Discontinued)

Receiver Section

Selectivity
AM (BW: 6 KHz) 6 KHz (-3 dB) 15 KHz (-60 dB) FM (BW: 15 KHz) 12 KHz (-3 dB) 20 KHz (-60 dB) SSB/RTTY (BW: 2.4 KHz) 2.4 KHz (-3 dB) 3.6 KHz (-60 dB) CW (BW: 500 Hz) 500 Hz (-3 dB) 700 Hz (-60 dB)
Sensitivity
AM (10 dB S/N) 0.1-1.8 MHz: 6.3 uV (Preamp 1 on) 1.8-30 MHz: 2 uV (Preamp 1 on) 50-54 MHz: 1 uV (Preamp 2 on) FM (12 dB SINAD) 28-30 MHz: 0.5 uV (Preamp 1 on) 50-54 MHz: 0.32 uV (Preamp 2 on) SSB/CW/RTTY (10 dB S/N) 0.1-1.8 MHz: 0.5 uV (Preamp 1 on) 1.8-30 MHz: 0.16 uV (Preamp 1 on) 50-54 MHz: 0.13 uV (Preamp 2 on)
Image rejection
70 dB
Receiver system
Double conversion superheterodyne 1st IF: 64.455 MHz (Main and sub) 2nd IF: 36 KHz
AF output power / speaker
2.6 W at 10% distortion / 8 ohm
External speaker connector
3.5 mm, 8 ohm

Transmitter Section

RF output power
Pwr AM:5-50 W FM:5-200 W SSB (PEP):5-200 W CW (DC):5-200 W RTTY:5-200 W PSK31:5-200 W 100% duty cycle
Modulation system
AM: Low power modulation FM: Phase modulation SSB: PSN modulation
Spurious emissions
HF: Better than -60 dB 6 m: Better than -70 dB
Microphone input level
? mV
Max FM deviation (Factory set)
±? KHz
Microphone impedance / connector
600 ohm / 8-pin (Metal locking ring connector)

Changelog

IC-7800 firmware changelog

  1. v3.01 v3.10 Adds CI-V command improvements for antenna control and logging software, defaults SEND Relay Type to MOS-FET.

  2. v3.00 v3.01 Remote control now works without a Base PC; voice quality improved over high-latency networks.

  3. v2.30 v3.00 Bandscope gains audio scope and mouse operation; USB supports flash drives and mice; transmission recording capability added.

  4. v2.21 v2.30 Adds Time-Out Timer function and extended CI-V command support for RS-BA1

  5. v2.20 v2.21 DSP filter shape selection now works correctly when switching operation modes.

  6. v2.12 v2.20 Adds external keypad and keyboard memory transmission, custom band-edge frequencies, and extended 7MHz transmit range.

  7. v2.11 v2.12 Improved DSP unit software performance

  8. v2.10 v2.11 Scope function now correctly handles 10MHz external signal input selection.

  9. v2.03 v2.10 Adds audio filter shape selection for APF.

  10. v1.22 v2.03 Improved SSB monitor audio and Digital IF Filter peak adjustability at center frequency.

Firmware history

All versions below were published by Icom on icomjapan.com, icomamerica.com, icomeurope.com and icom.co.jp. Third-party and modified firmware is never listed.

  1. Version 3.10 Latest Released May 21, 2015 First seen Sep 6, 2026

    Adds CI-V command improvements for antenna control and logging software, defaults SEND Relay Type to MOS-FET. — summary by updatemystuff.com

    Source: icomjapan.com

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    Improvements

    CI-V commands for antenna control​ and logging software have been added.

    "MOS-FET" is now the default value of “SEND Relay Type.”

    Refer to IC-7800 Information for Firmware version 3.10 for details.

    Thoroughly read Section 16 (UPDATING THE FIRMWARE) of the instruction manual (here) for details of what the update requires.

    Backup your transceiver’s data onto a CF card as it is possible that your data could get lost or corrupted during the update.

    Never turn OFF the transceiver power during ​the update.

    The firmware update utility is necessary when updating the firmware through a LAN. Download the utility here .

    This firmware updates to the latest firmware version. If you update from an earlier version, review all previous update information as well for additional feature details. Download the information here .

    Release notes & download
  2. Version 3.01 Released Mar 28, 2014 First seen Sep 7, 2026

    Remote control now works without a Base PC; voice quality improved over high-latency networks. — summary by updatemystuff.com

    Source: icomjapan.com

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    Improvement

    Improved remote control of the IC-7800, without needing a Base (server) PC. (RS-BA1 version 1.60 or later required.)

    • Improved to prevent voice skip when a network delay and/or high pack​et loss occurs.
    • Improved to prevent voice delay.

    Thoroughly read Section 16 (UPDATING THE FIRMWARE) of the instruction manual (here) for details of what the update requires.

    Backup your transceive​r's data onto a CF card as it is possible that your data could get lost or corrupted during the update.

    Never turn OFF the transceiver power during the update.

    The firmware update utility is necessary when updating the firmware through a LAN. Download the utility here .

    Release notes & download
  3. Version 3.00 Released Nov 29, 2013 First seen Sep 7, 2026

    Bandscope gains audio scope and mouse operation; USB supports flash drives and mice; transmission recording capability added. — summary by updatemystuff.com

    Source: icomjapan.com

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    Improvements

    Waterfall screens, mouse operation, and other additional functions on the bandscope have been added.

    An audio scope function has been added.

    The USB connector now also accepts USB flash drives or a USB mouse.

    The V​oice Recording function recording time has been increased.

    Transmission recording capability has been added.

    Remotely control the transceiver without needing a Base (server) PC.

    (RS-BA1 Ver.1.50 or later is required)

    Frequency band expansion (On some transceiver versions).

    For more information, please refe​r to " IC-7800 Information for Firmware version 3.00 "

    Thoroughly read Section 16 (UPDATING THE FIRMWARE) of the instruction manual (here) for details of what the update requires.

    Backup your transceiver's data onto a CF card as it is possible that your data could get lost or corrupted during the update.

    Never turn OFF the transceiver power during the update.

    The firmware update utility is necessary when updating the firmware through a LAN. Download the utility here .

    Release notes & download
  4. Version 2.30 Released Jan 31, 2011 First seen Sep 7, 2026

    Adds Time-Out Timer function and extended CI-V command support for RS-BA1 — summary by updatemystuff.com

    Source: icomjapan.com

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    Major points of the Ver.2.30 update.

    Additional functions for CI-V commands (ex. CW message) are provided to support the RS-BA​1.

    A new additional feature, the Time-Out Timer (TOT) function.

    Please save the transceiver's data contents to a CF card before starting the firmware update.

    Never turn the ​transceiver power OFF while updating the firmware.

    Please read through Section 16 (UPDATING THE FIRMWARE) in the IC-7800 instruction manual, before downloading the new firmware.

    Please also download Firmware update utility VER.1.0 ZIP (256KB) when updating the firmware using a LAN.

    Release notes & download
  5. Version 2.21 Released Apr 1, 2010 First seen Sep 7, 2026

    DSP filter shape selection now works correctly when switching operation modes. — summary by updatemystuff.com

    Source: icomjapan.com

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    Major points of the Ver.2.21 update.​

    Improved DSP filter shape selection function to work correctly when changing the operation mode.

    Please save the transceiver’s data contents to a CF card before starting the firmware update.

    Never cut off power to the transceiver while updating the firmware.

    P​lease read through Section 16 (UPDATING THE FIRMWARE) in the IC-7800 instruction manual, before downloading the new firmware.

    Please also download Firmware update utility VER.1.0 ZIP (256KB) when updating the firmware using a LAN.

    Release notes & download
  6. Version 2.20 Released May 19, 2009 First seen Sep 7, 2026

    Adds external keypad and keyboard memory transmission, custom band-edge frequencies, and extended 7MHz transmit range. — summary by updatemystuff.com

    Source: icomjapan.com

    Show release notes

    Major points of the Ver.2.20 update.

    Adds the ability to send TX memory contents, while operating in either the RTTY mode, or the PSK31 mode, pushing one of the 4 keys on an external keypad. (More details of the external keypad are described on page 2-6 of IC-7800 instruction manual.)

    Adds the ability to send VOICE memory, in the SSB mode, ​or CW memory keyer contents, in the CW mode, by pushing one of the F1 – F4 keys on an external USB keyboard.

    Enables the operator to program custom band-edge frequencies. You can also hear a beep when tuning out of, or into the programmed Amateur band. The operator can now limit transmitting outside the programmed frequency band.

    The transmit capability on the 7MHz band has been extended from 7.0-7.1MHz to 7.0-7.2MHz. The RX frequency range has also been extended. (The modification appl​ies to only Italian version.)

    Please save the transceiver’s data contents to a CF card before starting the firmware update.

    Never cut off power to the transceiver while updating the firmware.

    Please read through Section 16 (UPDATING THE FIRMWARE) in the IC-7800 instruction manual, before downloading the new firmware.

    Please also download Firmware update utility VER.1.0 ZIP (256KB) when updating the firmware using a LAN.

    Release notes & download
  7. Version 2.12 Released Jun 12, 2008 First seen Sep 7, 2026

    Improved DSP unit software performance — summary by updatemystuff.com

    Source: icomjapan.com

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    Major points of update from Ver.2.11 to Ver.2.12

    Improved software performance f​or the DSP UNIT.

    Please save the transceiver data content to a CF card before starting the firmware update.

    Never cut off power supply while updating firmware.

    Before downloading, please read through "Section 16 (UPDATING THE FIRMWARE)" of the IC-7800's instruction manual.

    Firmware up​date using LAN needs the Firmware update utility VER.1.0 ZIP (256KB) Please download this software, too.

    Release notes & download
  8. Version 2.11 Released Feb 29, 2008 First seen Sep 7, 2026

    Scope function now correctly handles 10MHz external signal input selection. — summary by updatemystuff.com

    Source: icomjapan.com

    Show release notes

    Major points of update from Ver.2.10 to Ver.2.11

    Improved Scope functi​on to work correctly when selecting 10MHz external signal input (External REF IN terminal in “SET menu”.)

    Please save the setting data of IC-7800 to a CF card before starting the firmware update.

    Never cut off power supply while updating firmware.

    Before downloading, please read through "Section 16 (UPDATING THE FIRMWARE)" of the IC-7800's instruction manual.​

    Firmware update using LAN needs the Firmware update utility VER.1.0 ZIP (256KB) Please download this software, too.

    Release notes & download
  9. Version 2.10 Released Aug 18, 2006 First seen Sep 7, 2026

    Adds audio filter shape selection for APF. — summary by updatemystuff.com

    Source: icomjapan.com

    Show release notes

    Major points of update from Ver.2.03 to Ver.2.10

    Audio filter shape selection for APF (New feature)Instruction manual (1 file) IC-7800 Instruction Manual Addendum pdf

    (151KB)

    Please save the set​ting data of IC-7800 to CF card before starting firmware update.

    This firmware update will reset all of your custom settings to the factory d​efault settings.

    Never cut off power supply while updating firmware.

    Before starting download, please read Firmware update information (V210E) pdf (23KB) carefully and make sure what is required for firmware update.

    Firmware update using LAN needs the Firmware update utility VER.1.0 ZIP (256KB) Please download this software, too.

    Release notes & download
  10. Version 2.03 Released May 30, 2006 First seen Sep 7, 2026

    Improved SSB monitor audio and Digital IF Filter peak adjustability at center frequency. — summary by updatemystuff.com

    Source: icomjapan.com

    Show release notes

    Features

    Improved monitor sound quality in SSB mode during TX.

    Improved frequency characteristics of Digital IF Filter.

    The peak of the Digital IF Filter can be adjusted to center frequency without missing the action.

    When "Soft" filter shape is selected in SSB mode, center frequency of p​ass-bandwidth becomes peak.

    Under previous revision firmware, 1.5 kHz of pass-bandwidth is set as peak.

    And more...

    3 kHz roofing filter is available in addition to the 15 kHz and 6 kHz filters, if your IC-7800 is upgraded.

    Please save the setting data of IC-7800 to CF card before starting firmware update.

    Never cut off power supply while updating firmware.

    Before starting download, please read Firmware update information (V120E) pdf (2.75​MB) carefully and make sure what is required for firmware update.

    Firmware update using LAN needs the Firmware update utility VER.1.0 ZIP (256KB) Please download this software, too.

    Release notes & download
  11. Version 1.22 Released Jan 5, 2006 First seen Sep 7, 2026

    Adds PSK decoder AFC and NET functions, FFT averaging and color control, plus improved SSB adjustment. — summary by updatemystuff.com

    Source: icomjapan.com

    Show release notes

    Instruction manual (2files)

    Firmware update information (V120E) pdf (1.38MB)

    IC-7800 Instruction Manual Addendum (V120E) pdf (10.9MB)

    Please save the setting data of IC-7800 to CF card before starting firmware update.

    Never cut off power supply while updating firmware.

    Before starting download, please read Firmware update information (V110E) pdf (2.75MB) carefully​ and make sure what is required for firmware update.

    Firmware update using LAN needs the Firmware update utility VER.1.0 ZIP (256KB) Please download this software, too.

    This firmware (Ver.1.22) is compatible with all versions of the IC-7800.

    NOTE: Crossover cable or Patch cable is required for updating.

    Control Software OS;Windows ®

    98/98SE/ME/2000/XP

    • Windows ® 95 and NT are not supported.

    Major points of update from Ver.1.10 to Ver.1.22

    Modification of adjusting software for factory use.

    AFC and NET functions for the PSK decoder (newly add​ed function)

    FFT scope averaging function for both PSK and RTTY decoder (newly added function)

    Color setting for FFT scope waveform for both PSK and RTTY decoder (newly added function)

    Improved SSB transmission passband width setting

    Meter response selection for standard and edgewise meters (newly added function)

    Subdivided variable steps for both APF and CW pitch

    Ver.1.20 and Ver1.22 is the same regarding the function and performance because this software was upgraded for changing software adjustment method in our factory.

    Therefore, we deleted Ver1.20 when we upload Ver1.22 as this is unnecessary.

    Release notes & download
  12. Version 1.1 Released Jul 20, 2004 First seen Sep 7, 2026

    Adds CF memory card firmware updates, screen saver, and keyboard language options — summary by updatemystuff.com

    Source: icomjapan.com

    Show release notes

    Firmware update utility Ver.1.0 ZIP (256KB)

    Instruction manual (2files)

    Firmware update information pdf (2.75MB)

    IC-7800 ​Instruction Manual Addendum pdf (5.13MB)

    This firmware (Ver 1.1) is compatible with all versions of the IC-7800.

    NOTE

    : Crossover cable or Patch cable is required for updating.

    Control Software OS;Windows ®

    98/98SE/ME/2000/XP

    • ​Windows ® 95 and NT are not supported.

    Major points of update from Ver.1.0 to Ver.1.1

    Firmware update function by CF memory card (newly added function)

    Screen saver (newly added function)

    Selectable keyboard type (language)

    Independent operation of 1/4 function at both MAIN VFO and SUB VFO

    '@' character is added onto CW memory keyer

    Release notes & download

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