Tag: icom
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Should You Upgrade from the Original IC-7300 to the Mark II?
Honest thoughts on whether the Mark II’s improvements are worth the upgrade cost if you already own a working original IC-7300.
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Understanding the Mark II’s Dual USB-C Virtual COM Ports
What the IC-7300 Mark II’s dual USB-C virtual COM ports actually do, and why running digital modes and logging software together finally just works.
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Used IC-7300 Pricing After the Mark II Launch: Is the Original Still Worth Buying?
What’s happened to used original IC-7300 pricing since the Mark II launched, and whether the original is still a smart buy.
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Updating IC-7300 Mark II Firmware: Why and How
How I approach IC-7300 Mark II firmware updates, from checking release notes to the backup step I never skip.
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Setting Up HDMI Output: Running the Spectrum Scope on an External Monitor
How to get the IC-7300 Mark II’s HDMI output running on an external monitor, and why a bigger scope actually changes how you operate.
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Pairing the IC-7300 Mark II with an External Tuner for Non-Resonant Antennas
When the built-in tuner isn’t enough, and how I pair the IC-7300 Mark II with an external tuner for antennas well outside its matching range.
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Icom IC-2730A Review: The Dual-Band Mobile I Regret Selling
Part of our New Ham? This Is Where You Should Spend Your Money guide. I ran an Icom IC-2730A in the shack, in my Jeep, and in my truck, all at the same time, for years. I don’t say that to brag about owning three radios. I say it because that’s exactly the kind of…
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Securing Your IC-7300 Mark II on the Network: Firewall and Port Forwarding Basics
What I actually did to secure remote access to my IC-7300 Mark II before opening anything up beyond my home network.