ICOM
IC-A16 Series Comm Only Airband Handheld Transceiver
Part No: IC-A16-11
DESCRIPTION
icom Airband Transceiver
Introducing our newest Avionic handheld radio, the A16 Series. This series is perfect for ground crews to beginner pilots. The A16 comes with loud, class-leading powerful audio (1500 mW), which is useful in noisy work environments. The large-capacity battery pack provides users up to 17 hours of operating time on a robust 2400mAh Li-ion battery. In line with the Icom brand, the A16 Series is designed to operate in the harshest of environments. It’s compact, boasting a waterproof design (IP67/IP54), and built to MIL-STD-810 (C, D, E, F, G) for the best durability. Pilots will love that the A16 has built-in Bluetooth® connectivity (A16B version only), making hands-free operation a breeze. Icom is known for its legendary durability, quality, dependability, and ease of use.
Features
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Additional Features
- Bluetooth® version offers hands-free operation
- Full keypad to input the channel or frequency directly
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INCLUDES
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Battery (BP280)
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Charger (BC213)
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AC adapter (BC123SA)
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Belt clip (MB133)
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Antenna (FAB02AR)
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Handstrap
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Owner’s manual
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3-Year warranty
- Exclusive button for 121.5MHz emergency channel
- Side tone function to hear your own voice via a third party aviation headset
- LCD backlight for night time operation
- ANL (Auto Noise Limiter) for noise reduction
- Low battery indication and beep alert
- Adjustable microphone gain setting
- BNC type antenna connector
- IP67 waterproof
- Internal VOX capability
- Weather alert
Specifications
| General | |
|---|---|
| Frequency Coverage Tx Rx Rx (Weather) |
118.000–136.99166 MHz 108.000–136.99166 MHz 161.650–163.275 MHz |
| Type of emission | 6K00A3E, 5K60A3E, 16K0G3E (Weather) |
| Channel spacing | 8.33 kHz/25 kHz |
| No. of memory channels | 200 channels |
| Antenna impedance | 50Ω (BNC type antenna connector) |
| Power supply requirement | 7.2 V DC |
| Current drain (at 7.2 V DC) Tx High Rx Max. audio Rx Stand-by |
185 A 650 mA 65 mA typical |
| Operating Temperature Range | -10°C to +60°C; -14°F to +140°F |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 52.2 × 111.8 × 34.1 mm, 2.1 × 4.4 × 1.3 in (with BP-280) |
| Weight (approx.) | 257 g, 9.1 oz (with BP-280) |
| Transmitter | |
|---|---|
| Output power (at 7.2 V DC) | 6.0 W (PEP), 1.8 W (carrier) |
| Frequency stability | ±0.4 kHz |
| Audio harmonic distortion | Less than 10% (at 60% modulation) |
| Spurious emissions | More than 46 dB* |
| Receiver | |
|---|---|
| Intermediate frequency 1st 2nd |
46.35 MHz 450 kHz |
| Sensitivity (typ) COM (at 6dB S/N) NAV (at 6dB S/N) Weather (at 12dB SINAD) |
Less than 0 dBμ Less than 3 dBμ Less than –8 dBμ |
| Squelch sensitivity (Threshold) | Less than 0 dBμ, Weather: Less than –5 dBμ |
| Hum and noise | More than 35 dB (at 30% modulation) |
| Spurious response | More than 60 dB, Weather: More than 30 dB |
| Audio output power Internal speaker External speaker |
1500 mW typical More than 350 mW (AM 8 Ω 60% modulation at 10% distortion) |
| Ext. speaker connector | 3 conductor 3.5 (d) mm |
*Except operating frequency ±62.5 kHz in 25 kHz channel spacing. Except operating frequency ±20.825 kHz in 8.33 kHz channel spacing.
Measurements made in accordance with FCC Part 87.
All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.
Applicable U.S. Military Specifications & IP Rating
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Standard |
MIL 810F | |
| Method | Proc. | |
| Low Pressure | 500.5 | I, II |
| High Temp. | 501.5 | I, II |
| Low Temp. | 502.5 | I, II |
| Temp. Shock | 503.5 | I - C |
| Solar Radiation | 505.5 | I |
| Rain | 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.
| Ingress Protection Standard | |
| Dust and Water | IP67/IP54 |