Icom F5121DB VHF | F6121DB UHF Base Station

Icom IC-F5121DB | IC-F6121DB - Digital Base Station

• 128 Channels, 8 Zones
• 6 Programmable Keys
• 8 Character Display
• 110V Power Supply and Cabinet
• Digital & Analog Mixed Mode
• 45 / 50 Watts (UHF/VHF)
• Digital & Analog Mixed Mode
• Repeater Capable
• PC Programming Setup
• Supports ICOM's Digital Advanced System - IDAS™
• Multi-site Conventional & Single-site IDAS Trunking Capable

IC-F5121DB | IC-F6121DB At-A-Glance

The Icom IC-F5121DB | IC-F6121DB is a great entry level digital base station.  Less complicated to operate than most digital radios, still with generous features.  The IC-F5121DB | IC-F6121DB provides an easy transition path to digital due to it's mixed mode digital & analog operation.  It can receive both analog and digital signals on a single channel, automatically selecting the transmit mode to reply to a call, so users can just start talking.  

The HM-152 is supplied as a standard microphone, you can select from 5 levels of microphone gain for clearer transmission.  There are several optional hand microphones such as a DTMF (HM-152T), a heavy duty (HM-148G), or a heavy duty with DTMF (HM-148T).
 

IC-F5121DB | IC-F6121DB Signaling Features

Even though it's an 'entry level' digital base station, it's still has numerous features.   The built-in MDC1200  signaling includes PTT ID (ANI), Radio Check (RX), Emergency, Stn/Kill (RX), and a 500 alias table.  The IC-F5121DB | IC-F6121DB series can decode up to ten 2-Tone codes and eight 5-Tone codes on a channel.   The following actions are programmable to respond to each tone. • Beep sound • Stun/Kill/Revive • Auto TX • Bell icon • Scanning • Answer back call • External output (to a device such as a horn when connected).  The radio has 8 DTMF autodial memories.
 

IC-F5121DB | IC-F6121DB Security Features

The IC-F5121DB | IC-F6121DB also has a built-in Emergency Call function allowing you to send a repeat emergency message to dispatch until dispatch responds to it.  When in Emergency mode, the radio can transmit anything the microphone hears and the dispatcher can monitor the surrounding sound.   Lone worker function engages if there is no operation during a pre-defined period of time.  When activated, the transceiver is put into the emergency mode and the radio places an emergency call to alert your co-workers or dispatcher.

If secure communication is an issue, digital signals are difficult to decode by current scanner receivers due to modulation/demodulation. The when used in an IDAS™ system, the IC-F5121DB | IC-F6121DB base station supports the digital voice scrambler function for added security.

See the full list of features in the 'Features' tab for this radio.


Icom Extended Warranty
Icom America Inc offers a 1, 2 or 3 year Extended Warranty on their land mobile radios. The Extended Warranty period starts after the standard warranty period expires.   This is a full manufacturer's warranty, backed by Icom America and it's service technicians.  Protect your original investment by adding Extended Warranty coverage.   

End user pays all shipping fees to and from the service department for repairs.  Extended Warranty must be purchased at time of product purchase.  Icom Service centers are located in  the following states;  Washington, California, Illinois, and New York.

What's in the box:
1   F5121DB or F6121DB Radio (choose; frequency band & model)
1   Power Supply - 110V
1   Cabinet for Radio & Power Supply
1   Hand Microphone (HM-152 or upgraded mic)
1   Power Cable (OPC-1132)
1   Owner's Manual

Antenna Information

You will need an antenna for this radio. When selecting an antenna please note: 

• The specific frequencies you use in the radio must fall within the antenna's frequency range.
• You will need an antenna mount with a PL259 connector to attach the antenna to this radio.
• If the mounting surface is NOT metal you will need a "No Ground Plane" antenna. Metal surfaces can use either type.
• "Accessories > Antennas | Mobile" category has other name-brand antennas and mounts, including no ground plane antennas.

*  Radios modified at the customer's request, such as programming or installation of logic boards, are not returnable.  For more information please see our Returns Policy.

This radio is requires an FCC license to operate. We can assist you with getting a license.