Icom 7300 | MRP40 CW Morse Decoder

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I'm sharing the Icom 7300 using the Chameleon MPAS antenna.
This is a 360 VR video using the Icom 7300 and RP40 is a powerful and highly-effective ham radio software program that decodes received CW audio that has been fed to a computer’s sound card. The decoded text is displayed on the computer’s monitor. For transmitting CW, the program encodes keystrokes from the computer’s keyboard. Hams use MRP40 to send and read QRQ (high-speed) CW, to help read weak DX signals, and to improve CW contest scores.
The Icom IC-7300 is Icom's latest SDR HF/50 MHz Transceiver. It offers 100W of output power and receieves from 0.030 to 74.800 MHZ. It operates on SSB, CW, RTTY, AM and FM modes. The Icom IC-7300 features a RF direct sampling system, 15 discrete band-pass filters, a real-time spectrum scope and a large 4.3" color touch screen display. Additional features of the IC-7300 include a built-in automatic antenna tuner, 101 channels, SD memory card slot and 3 CW functions. In the box you will find the IC-7300 transceiver, a HM-219 hand microphone, DC power cable, fuses and plugs along with a warranty card and manual.
Output power: 100W (25W AM)
RX Frequencies: 0.030-74.800
Receiver type: Direct sampling
RF direct sampling system
The IC-7300 employs an RF direct sampling system, where RF signals are directly convert to digital data. Then processed in the FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array), making it possible to simplify the circuit construction as well as reduce noise that can mask weak signals.
The new “IP+” improves the 3rd order intercept point (IP3) performance improving the ability to copy a weak signal that is adjacent to either a strong interfering signal. In this process, A/D converter is optimized to reduce or eliminate signal distortion.
RMDR and phase noise characteristics
The IC-7300’s RMDR is about 97dB* (typical value) improving the Phase Noise characteristics by about 15dB (at 1 kHz frequency separation). The superior Phase Noise characteristics reduce noise components for both receive and transmit signals.
* At 1 kHz frequency separation (received frequency: 14.2MHz, MODE: CW, IF BW: 500Hz)
15 discrete band-pass filters
The RF Direct Sampling is protected by an array of bandpass filters. The signal passes through one of the fifteen bandpass filters, where signals outside the passband are rejected. To reduce the insertion loss, the IC-7300 utilizes High Q factor coils.
Large color touch screen
The large 4.3” color TFT touch LCD offers intuitive operation of functions, settings, and various operational visual aids such as the band scope, waterfall function, and audio scope.
Like on the high-end rigs, the waterfall shows a change of signal strength over a period of time and allows you to find weak signals that may not be apparent on the spectrum scope.
CW functions: full break-in, CW reverse, CW auto tuning
SSB, CW, RTTY, AM, FM modes

[@jackriderdh]

hi excellent videos, could you share the settings on the radio to work via usb port? 73 from M7AND

[@hamradiocq]

I have before in some videos, not sure which, search them for icom 7300 computer setup or something.

[@Ron_C]

Dude!! That was me calling you at 5:52! Listen to the call sign....lol....that's pretty cool.

[@68cristian]

ta for this. interesting software. For me, half the fun of CW though, is decoding it in your head. I have only recently (ie yesterday !) sent CW for the first time - using a straight key and my 7300 - and getting my first QSO on CW was a real buz. Any amateur radio operator that has not learned to take / send morse code should try it, although I get that learning morse can be a pain - the Aussie Army taught me over a quarter century ago, and it has stayed with me. Im glad that it did. Thanks for your videos. They are interesting. cheers, Cristian VK1FCLU

[@jerrykrautenstaben6584]

Hey, I used to live in Killeen Tx when i was in the army (guy he qso'ed with in the vid). I try to head copy just abt everything now days. I enjoy your cw vids the most.

[@hamradiocq]

Thanks so much Jerry, I really appreciate nice comments like that!

[@KC6CNN]

click to send only when the send button is pushed. That way you can type ahead. This is the best cw decode and encode software out there.

[@PT9KK]

Toroids are the way to go! Congrats! Now you need a mix 43 or 31 at your antenna feedpoint to reduce RX noise on HF

[@M0SZT]

Great video, very encouraging for someone wanting to learn and use CW. I do like 360 videos but for me I'm not yet sure how best to use it. I may start to livestream some CW sessions. Cheers fella!

[@hamradiocq]

2E0EZT amateur radio I guess 360 is best when there is a lot to see around you. Has to be interesting place

[@fortroadmassive4095]

Ha you're face at 3mins is priceless!!

[@krazytrinisteve]

What is that torroid mix that you added? Thank you

[@vrb1960]

Where did you find the shelf brackets?

[@KC6CNN]

also click on word spacing. makes it easier too.

[@aldewitt9]

So, is this software worth the money, or is it a waste of time. How accurate is it with your 7300. I have a 7300 and I would love to start copying CW but my skills are not quite up to par. I am hoping to improve with some technical help. Would you pay for a full version of this?

[@vegas_pyrotechnics9820]

I wanted to see computer screen and radio front panel..not all the stuff you have in storage in the basement...:)

[@jimsmith5110]

Wonder how he uses the keyboard and where did he get the cable from icom 7300 to laptop?

[@hamradiocq]

That's just a USB cable. The 7300 has a USB output to a common USB to a computer. The 7300 is wonderfully easy to setup.

[@saltire546]

Great video , my issue is that my laptop wont work with MRP 40 OR fldigi ect ect just says no soundcard but it obviously has because i listen to music on it . But my 7300 apperently has an inbuilt soundcard so i will try and see if Mrp 40 / fldigi ect will work when i plug in the radio and i have downloaded the drivers from Icom .

[@hamradiocq]

Sounds like a PITA

[@docpearson]

Great video. Could you please tell me how you connected your laptop to the 7300. Was it by usb. and could you tell me the settings you put the 7300 on. was it SSB-D OR PLAIN SSB or was it on CW or CW-D in the settings. I have been having a terrible time getting ham radio deluxe to work with my 7300 so I am going to try this MRP40 now. THANKS : )

[@hamradiocq]

I used USB only. Please see youtube videos, do a search for 7300 to computer.

[@docpearson]

Thanks

[@larrytaylor7753]

I'm trying out MRP40. Its showing very clear copy in blue, showing dots and dashes very clearly but the text is nothing but a bunch of "E"s. Any thoughts?

[@hamradiocq]

The sensitivity to audio might be set too low or high? Maybe it's blowing it out.

[@revadan]

how much is the MRP40? tried it with my 590SG and it works pretty good.

[@hamradiocq]

It says $52 Euro so like $65 US? Too much I think.

[@adriefranse8871]

Hi there,....nice video. I have my ic7300 ans mrp40 settings correct but my alc is about 30 tot 50 % on the barr. Is that normal or how do i fux that? Thanks from Adrie (netherlands)

[@hamradiocq]

Sorry, Adrie, I'm not sure, try other videos to see.

[@francisboudreaux3880]

I have a ic7300. What interface cable you use. Are you in USB.

[@hamradiocq]

Francis Boudreaux usb cable only

[@Organplayer1947]

Hm....likely due to my not downloading the 'manual' ...but you didn't clarify what may well be stupid simple obvious: Connecting the 7300 to the laptop. I would think via a USB control port...well you did mention port 3. Oh well...thank you sir!

[@tomm899]

What size toroid did you use?

[@hamradiocq]

This video was taken a long time ago, I'm not sure now. Tnx for watching.

[@dennispeake1877]

Happy Birthday best wishes thanks for sharing your morse code decoder with us all. If I remember correctly you have to pay for that software might give it a go. 73

[@hamradiocq]

Dennis Peake yes it's a trial version then you have to pay

[@rtcy2008]

Sorry to be a critic, but now that you fixed the torroid issue, maybe you should redo this video to show us how this software works , and how to use it. thank you for your time into this and sorry to be a critic , as I am too stupid to learn CW and want to find a software equivalent for my ears and memory to use with grumpy old bastards like myself ;)

[@hamradiocq]

Check out my channel, I made videos on this. Thanks fer comment.

[@user-hm8mr2qk3e]

I found Yoda standing on my side

[@hamradiocq]

Yoda.

[@barcodenut]

360 degree videos are interesting outside but where the focal point is the radio, not very useful. Also, 99% of KZbin for me is using Roku on 60" TV where the 360 degree view is not available and very annoying. Clicked "liked" because enjoyed the demo of the RP software.

[@hamradiocq]

Brent C thanks for the input. I will be making both kinds of videos ... also the technology of today will change again but the video is there forever.

[@johnmills2495]

Brent C m

[@SuperMicroguy]

Next time use a clip-on microphone. Audio is poor quality. Difficult to hear what you say over the radio noise.