- Frequency range 100kHz - 2GHz
- Modes SSB (USB, LSB), CW, FSK, AM, FM, Wide FM
- Memories 1000
- Antenna connector: <30MHz SO-239 (50 Ohm), Phono (500 Ohm) >30MHz N-type (50 Ohm)
- Audio 2.5W (8 Ohms)
- Supply 13.8V DC
- Current drain @ 13.8V Standby: 1.8A, Max audio: 2.0A
- Size 287 x 112 x 309mm
- Weight 7kg
The IC-R8500 covers a wide frequency range from 0.1 to 2000MHz (with 10Hz resolution) while maintaining a high receive sensitivity. The IC-R8500 is not simply a scanner, it is a professional quality communications receiver with versatile features that will appeal to both the serious receiver enthusiast or professional user