IC V-8 HT

General
Frequency range
Tx 144–148 MHz
Rx 136–174 MHz*
*Guaranteed range 144–148 MHz
ModeFM (F3E, F2D)
No. of memory channels107 (incl. 6 scan edges and 1 call)
Frequency stability±10ppm (-10°C to +60°C)
Operating temperature range–10°C to +60°C; +14°F to +140°F
Power supply7.2 V DC
(6.0–10.3 V DC acceptable; Icom’s battery pack only)
Current drain (at 7.2V DC)
Tx5.5W2.0A
0.5W0.8A
RxMax. audio250mA
Standby70mA
Power saved20mA
Antenna connectorBNC (50Ω)
Dimensions
(proj. not incl.)
54(W)×132(H)×35(D) mm
21/8(W)×53/16(H)×13/8(D) in
Weight (approx.)350 g; 12.3 oz (with BP-222)
Transmitter
Output power (at 7.2 V DC)5.5 W (High)
0.5 W (Low)
Spurious emissionsLess than –60 dB
Max. frequency deviation±5.0 kHz
External mic. connector3-conductor 2.5 (d) mm (1/10″) / 2.2 kΩ
Receiver
Receiving systemDouble conversion superheterodyne
Intermediate frequencies
1st
2nd

21.7 MHz
450 kHz
Sensitivity0.16 µV (typ.; at 12dB SINAD)
Squelch sensitivity0.10 µV (typ.; at threshold)
Selectivity65dB (typical)
Intermodulation75dB (typical)
Spurious and image rejection75dB (typical)
Audio output power
(at 7.2 V DC)
300mW with an 8Ω load
External speaker connector2-conductor 3.5 (d) mm (1/8″) / 8Ω


Tough Construction

The green polycarbonate front panel and aluminum die-cast chassis provide high reliability in the toughest conditions. The 54(W)×132(H)×35(D)mm* compact ergonomic body is easy for carrying anywhere.
* 218 (W) × 5316 (H) × 138 (D) in.

16 Button Keypad for Easy-to-access Functions

The function guidance is labeled on the 16 buttons. It's easy to manage all of the functions equipped on the IC-V8 by pushing the Function key and shortcut keys. In addition, a channel number or an operating frequency can be entered from the keypad directly.

Powerful 5.5W of Output Power

The V8 Sport does not come with a battery pack.  It also comes with a case for AA Alkaline batteries.

Reversible Up/Down Switches and Rotary Selector

Channel selection, volume and squelch functions can be assigned to either the up/down switches or to the rotary selector.

5-character alphanumeric display

Letters and numeral character names provide easy recognition of each channel. S-meter, output power, power save, keylock, tone and duplex setting icons show various operating status at glance.

100 Memory Channels and One Call Channel

Up to 100 of your favorite frequency settings (including channel name, tone, output power and repeater offset) can be stored in the memory. Furthermore, one call channel provides one touch channel access for a frequently used frequency.

CTCSS and DTCS Operation Standard

50 CTCSS and 104×2 DTCS tone squelch operation codes (encode and decode) provide quiet standby and allow you repeater access. A pocket beep alerts you of a call and a tone scan can detect the sub-audible tone in use in the receiving signals.

Standard DTMF Encoder and Optional DTMF Decoder

5 DTMF memory channels with up to 24 DTMF codes allow remote operation. The optional UT-108 DTMF decoder unit provides code squelch operation as well as a pager function.

Other features

  • Set mode and initial set mode menu ensures easy operation
  • Very fast scanning speed of 40 channels per second (During program scanning)
  • Mic. simple remote control with optional HM-75A
  • LED backlighting for LCD
  • PC cloning capability
  • Reverse shift function
  • Auto squelch delay