The ICOM ID-52 Handheld

 The ICOM ID-52 Handheld is the newest VHF/UHF D-Star  transceiver to hit the market. The Icom ID-52A/E follows the discontinued ID-51.  Two versions will be available globally, the ID-52A for the USA and the ID-52E for Europe.  It has a similar layout and slightly larger size.

 

The most obvious difference is a large 2.3″ color display that uses the new transflective technology. This makes it easy to see outdoors, even in bright sunlight.  The addition of Bluetooth enables connection to audio headsets, image transfer, and remote controls. The use of micro USB charging is also finally here. 

 

New Improvements

 

Wider Air band coverage

Louder 750 mW of audio power

Improved D-STAR functionality

Internal GPS receiver

Simultaneous V/V, U/U, V/U or DV/DV reception 

SD card slot, the DR function and Terminal/Access Point modes.

Micro USB charging

Larger 2.3″ color display

America / Europe models A/E

DR function 

D Star digital mode

Bluetooth

 

Icom ID-52 Features

 

Simultaneous reception in V/V, U/U, V/U, DV/DV

Air band reception 225 to 374.995 MHz.

Can be charged via a micro USB connector

Audio output is now 750 mW.

The latest D-STAR functions allow you to send, receive and view saved photos on an installed micro SD card using only the ID-52.

Enriched D-STAR features including the terminal mode/access point mode

UHF 225 – 374.995 mHz air band reception

Increased audio output power to 750 mW 

Accessories for the ID-51A/E will fit the ID-52

 

The ICOM ID-52 Handheld

 

The new design allows you to use the accessories from the ID-51. A powerful 750 mW RX audio output means it will be heard  at all times. The 2,3″ color display and larger frame is the most noticeable difference.