Icom IC-A120 Airband radio

The Airband radio Icom IC-A120 can be remote controlled through Mimer SoftRadio giving the operator the ability to set the operating channel, the squelch level and ofcourse use audio and PTT.

As with all other SoftRadio you can operate several radios from one dispatcher and each radio can be operated from several dispatchers. Each dispatcher can also use other types of radios in a mix.

All the important radio functions, are remote controlled

COMPLETE REMOTE CONTROL

You get access to changing the radios channel and zone remotely. There is a virtual keypad on the control head and you can use the PC keyboard.

Please note that the radios built in short list of stored memory channels is not accessible. (The radio unit has no external commands to handle them)

Also the receiver squelch level can be set from the Virtual Control Head.

Connection to the radio is made both from the front microphone connector and from the rear speaker connector. Therefor the radio cannot be used local when it is connected to the remote interface.

No special programming is needed in the radio.

If you do not need the ability to change channel or set the squelch, you can use the simpler solution described on this page. (Same as for IC-A110)

Network Interface: Suitable Network Interface is 3009/42 with cable kit 3166/02.

One Radio, Multiple Operators

Allows multiple dispatchers to share and operate a single radio system locally. Each dispatcher has full access to radio functions.

Remote Dispatch Operation

Remote use where a dispatcher at one location want to talk to radio users at a different location.

CrossPatch Radio Integration

CrossPatch between IDAS radio channels and other two way radios, like analogue, Airband, DMR, Tetra or MPT.

VCH for the IC-A120

The Virtual Control Head (VCH) for the IC-A120 integrates the radio into the SoftRadio system, providing access to the radio’s essential functions through a clear and familiar on-screen interface. The display is designed to resemble the radio’s native layout, allowing operators to easily read frequency, channel, squelch level, and operational status.

The VCH includes a dedicated display area for channel, squelch, and related parameters, giving immediate visibility into current radio settings. Operators can adjust squelch levels directly, including quick access to the squelch configuration menu for fine tuning. Channel or squelch up/down controls enable fast adjustments during operation.

For efficient operation, the VCH offers a numeric keyboard for rapid channel or frequency entry, reducing the need for step-by-step navigation. Optional memory keys can be enabled to allow quick selection of predefined channels.

The interface also provides settings for control head size and radio display, allowing the layout to be adapted to different screen sizes and operator preferences.

Virtual Control Head for IC-A120

Squelch setting in progress

Alternative setting with orange background

Virtual control head with memory keys activated

Supported radio models:

IC-A120
IC-A120E

System Examples:

One airband radio remote controlled from one operator PC.

Two airband radios and one Tetra radio remote controlled from two operator PC´s.

Three airports with local radios and local dispatchers. One common dispatcher for all airports working in parallel. Useful for example when taking over the radio traffic at night.