Completely unplug the DC power cable or AC power cord from the radio.
HF transceiver. While the IC-725 has a dedicated "AM/FM" button on its front panel, these modes are non-functional until this specific unit is installed. Why Install the UI-7? Mode Expansion
: Remove the screws from the bottom cover of the radio and carefully lift it off to access the internal boards.
The antenna is the heart of your station. The IC-UV7 requires two distinct antenna considerations depending on your setup.
Place the IC-725 on a soft, padded surface (such as an anti-static mat or towel) with the top side facing up. 2. Removing the Top Cover
| Band | Recommended Antenna | |------|---------------------| | AM (MW) 0.5–1.7 MHz | External loop antenna (e.g., Icom AL-705) or long wire via RX ANT port | | FM (76–108 MHz) | Dedicated VHF whip (e.g., 1m telescopic) or dual-band VHF/UHF antenna |
Press the button to cycle through the modes. You should now see "FM" or "AM" displayed on the screen.
Gently lift the cover. Be mindful of any speaker wires attached to the lid; you may need to unplug the speaker connector from the main board to fully set the lid aside. Positioning the UI-7 Unit
Remove the antenna coax, ground wire, microphone, and any keyers or data cables.
Completely unplug the DC power cable or AC power cord from the radio.
HF transceiver. While the IC-725 has a dedicated "AM/FM" button on its front panel, these modes are non-functional until this specific unit is installed. Why Install the UI-7? Mode Expansion
: Remove the screws from the bottom cover of the radio and carefully lift it off to access the internal boards. icom ui7 am fm unit install
The antenna is the heart of your station. The IC-UV7 requires two distinct antenna considerations depending on your setup.
Place the IC-725 on a soft, padded surface (such as an anti-static mat or towel) with the top side facing up. 2. Removing the Top Cover Completely unplug the DC power cable or AC
| Band | Recommended Antenna | |------|---------------------| | AM (MW) 0.5–1.7 MHz | External loop antenna (e.g., Icom AL-705) or long wire via RX ANT port | | FM (76–108 MHz) | Dedicated VHF whip (e.g., 1m telescopic) or dual-band VHF/UHF antenna |
Press the button to cycle through the modes. You should now see "FM" or "AM" displayed on the screen. Why Install the UI-7
Gently lift the cover. Be mindful of any speaker wires attached to the lid; you may need to unplug the speaker connector from the main board to fully set the lid aside. Positioning the UI-7 Unit
Remove the antenna coax, ground wire, microphone, and any keyers or data cables.
