IC-A24 / IC-A6 VHF Air Band Transceiver
 

Easy to use while flying

Simple one-handed operation is the most essential feature of the IC-A24/A6. The well labeled, large keypad provides user friendly operation. The large display shows both letters and numbers and is easy to see, making for fast frequency recognition. The display is backlit, and so is the keypad. The light stays on until you turn it off – a very handy feature for flying at night.

“Flip-flop” channel recall

The IC-A24/A6 stores the last 10 channels used. You can easily recall those channels by pushing the “flip-flop” recall buttons on the front panel. It is convenient for switching between several channels, such as NAV and COM channels.

External DC power jack

An external DC power jack allows for operation with the wall charger, BC-110 or the cigarette lighter cable, CP-20. When the battery pack is installed, simultaneous charging during operation is also possible. In addition, an optional battery case, BP-208N, is available.

Water resistant construction

The water resistant construction provides reliable operation in wet conditions.

And more...

  • 200 memory channels (20 Ch × 10 banks) with 6 character names
  • Dedicated 121.5MHz emergency key
  • Side tone function allows you to hear your own voice via an external aviation headset.
  • Optional Ni-Cd and Li-Ion battery packs
  • NOAA marine weather channels
  • Tag scanning and memory bank scanning
  • ANL (Auto Noise Limiter) for noise reduction
  • Low battery alert
Product Features
General

Frequency Coverage
Tx
Rx
Weather
A24
118.000-136.975 MHz
108.000-136.975 MHz
161.650-163.275 MHz 		A6
118.000-136.975 MHz
118.000-136.975 MHz
161.650-163.275 MHz

Mode

WX

AM (6K00A3E)

FM (16K0G3E)
Channel spacing 25 kHz
No. of memory channels 200 (20 Channels X 10 banks)
Power supply requirement

7.4/7.2V DC (Battery pack)

11.0V DC (External DC jack)

Current drain (at 7.2 V DC)

Tx

Rx Max. audio
Rx Stand-by

  
1.5 A typical
300 mA typical
70 mA typical
Frequency stability ±5 ppm
Operating Temperature Range -10°C to +60°C; -14°F to +140°F

Dimensions (W×H×D)

(projections not included)

54(W) x 129.3(H) x 35.5(D) mm;

21/8(W) ×53/32(H) × 113/32(D) in
Weight 430 g; 15.2 oz (with antenna and BP-210N)
Antenna connector 50Ω BNC type
Transmitter
Output power (at 7.2 V DC)

5.0 W typ. (PEP)

1.5 W typ. (CW)

Modulation system Low level modulation
Modulation limiting 70-100%
AF harmonic distortion Less than 10% (at 60% mod.)
Hum and noise ratio More than 35 dB
Spurious emissions More than 46dB (Except operating freq. ±62.5 kHz point)
Microphone impedance 3-conductor 2.5 (d) mm (1/10″) / more than 100kΩ
Receiver

Intermediate frequency
1st
2nd

 
30.05 MHz
450 kHz

Sensitivity (typ)

VOR (AM 6dB S/N)

COM (AM 6dB S/N)

WX (FM 12dB SINAD)

 

Less than 0.71 µV

Less than 0.5 µV

Less than 0.22 µV
Selectivity

More than 7.5 kHz/-6 dB

Less than 25 kHz/-60 dB

Hum and noise ratio More than 40 dB

Spurious response

AM

FM

 

More than 60 dB

More than 30 dB

Audio output power More than 500mW typ. with an 8Ω load, 30% modulation
Ext. speaker connector 3-conductor 3.5 (d) mm, (1⁄8″) / 8Ω
Product Accessories
  • BP-208N BATTERY CASE
    6 × AA (LR6) alkaline cells.
    bp208n battery case
  • BP-209N BATTERY PACK
    Ni-Cd: 7.2V/1100mAh
    bp209 battery pack
  • BP-210N BATTERY PACK
    Ni-MH: 7.2V/1650mAh
    bp210n battery pack
  • BC-110AR/DR WALL CHARGER
    Used for regular charging of the connected battery pack.
    Same as supplied depending on version.
  • BC-119N DESKTOP CHARGER + BC-145 AC ADAPTER
    + AD-101 CHARGER ADAPTER + OPC-515L DC POWER CABLE
    For rapid charging of battery pack, BP-209N, BP-210N orBP-211N. The BC-145 is supplied with the charger depending on version. Charging time: 1.5 to 2 hours.
    bc119 desktop charger
  • BC-121N MULTI-CHARGER + BC-157 AC ADAPTER
    + AD-101 CHARGER ADAPTER (6 pieces)
    For rapid charging of up to 6 batteries simultaneously. Six AD-101s are required. Charging time: 1 to 1.5 hours.
    bc121n multichargerbc157 ac adapter
  • BC-144N DESKTOP CHARGER + BC-145 AC ADAPTER
    For rapid charging of battery pack, BP-209N or BP-210N. The BC-145 is supplied with the charger depending on version. Charging time: 1.5 to 2 hours.
    bc144n desktop charger
  • HM-173 SPEAKER MICROPHONE
    Handheld microphone for the IC-A6 and the IC-A24. There is a swiveling alligator clip on back of speaker/microphone.
    hm173
  • CP-20 CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE WITH DC-DC CONVERTER
    For operation and charging with a 12V/24V cigarette lighter socket.
  • OPC-656 DC POWER CABLE
    For using the BC-121N with a DC power supply. (12–20 V DC required).
    opc656 dc power cable
  • MB-103 BELT CLIP
    Alligator type. Same as supplied.
    mb103 belt clip
  • MB-86 SWIVEL BELT CLIP
    A fast and easy way to remove the radio from your belt.
    mb86 swivel belt clip
  • MB-96N SWIVEL LEATHER BELT HANGER
    Swivel joint of the MB-86 is supplied.
    mb96n leather belt hanger
  • MB-96F LEATHER BELT HANGER
    Fixed type leather belt hanger. Use with MB-103.
    mb96f leather belt hanger
  • LC-159 CARRYING CASE
  • OPC-499 HEADSET ADAPTER CABLE
    Works with most aviation headsets. Provides side tone function. Same as supplied with some versions.
    opc499 headset adapter cable
  • FA-B02AR ANTENNA
    Same as supplied.
    fab02ar antenna
  • PTT SW PUSH TO TALK SWITCH
    Allows remote push-to-talk operation for the radio. Mounts to the control yoke or stick with a hook and loop strap.
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