Offered for auction is a classic Icom IC-756 HF/50 MHz All Mode Transceiver. Some of the early models had a display problem where lines appeared on the display.
This unit has lines on the display. (See the pictures) For more information about the probable causes for the lines, and those who have repaired them, as well as more information about the classic Icom 756 per se, go to: http://www.eham.net/reviews/detail/163 The lines do not interfere with the operability of the unit. The built-in automatic antenna tuner works fine on all the bands; but will only match 1:1 if the antenna system is not that far out. If your antenna system's SWR is higher than 3 :1, then the built-in antenna tuner will probably balk, and you will probably need to use an external antenna tuner. Except for the display lines, the unit is fully functional. On sideband, with a SWR of 1:1 or pretty close, the unit puts out between 75 to 80 watts; and the audio reports were always good with the included stock microphone. This unit does not come with any filters. There is one scratch on the bottom, in the front, in the plastic, where it looks like it might have been rubbing against something while it was being transported, but you can not see it from the front. Other than that, their are no scratches or dings anywhere on the unit, and all the knobs turn smoothly, and all the buttons and connection points work. Cosmeticly, there is no discernable wear on the front, or any other sides. The unit was purchased about a year ago, and it already had the lines on the display when it was purchased. If you would like to have a visual representation of what is going on around you on the band, in real time, you will not be able to beat this classic 756 for the price. Included in the auction is the OPC-025A power cable; which is a 114", (9' 5") dual-fused, # 12 AWG, MTW red & black twinlead power cable; and a HM-36 hand microphone. This unit does not come with a power supply; and the power supply used should be able to provide a full, continuous, 20 amps for best results. You can download the full operating manual in PDF format at: http://www.icomamerica.com/en/downloads/DownloadDocument.aspx?Document=23 When shipped, this unit will be double boxed, using professional methods and materials, and will be insured. The shipping weight will be 30 pounds. This unit is being sold as-is, with no return, so bid accordingly.