Icom IC-7300 Settings for SSB Voice

Nothing terribly significant here for those that have been using this rig for a while, but it may be helpful for some new owners. This is a quick rundown of the voice (SSB) settings that I use to get on the air with the Icom IC-7300. I'm not attempting to teach you how to use the radio, or even set up the radio's physical connections; This is mostly about getting on the air with settings that work for me and may work for you as well. If you prefer different settings, either in general or specific voice/SSB, please leave them in the comments below for others to see and consider.

[@yeahitsk]

This and your 2 minute series on the radio are great and much appreciated. Looks like lots of activity on 20 m there!

[@transmittinguntilrobotsrep1045]

Thank you for the feedback! It is gratifying to know that there are folks out there that are finding them useful. If you think of anything else that would be helpful content, please let me know. I’m here to help. And yes, lots of activity that night - my daughter managed to get some good contacts! 73! AC3DS

[@chuckwilliams6294]

Great series. I have spent 32 years with almostly daily Net, "Rag Chewing", and serious SOLP contesting, primarily on 40 meter SSB, and find that a SLOW (as opposed to fast ) AGC receiver setting enhances receiver quality, and ability to hear what is being transmitted. This is especially true during increased QRN, typically occurring during the summertime months here in the U.S. This is however, my first SDR rig, so I am open to learning more regarding this topic. 73, N7MZW. Cheyenne, Wyoming.

[@robdf9024]

Hi I generally keep it on slow and it suits all bands more or less. And when I transmit from 9J2 the pile up is always there. 73 de Rob 9J2RD

[@coastie792]

Great video. I've had my 7300 for a couple years, and have only been licensed for about 6 years. Love this rig, with a mini G5RV run around my HOA controlled back yard. I just got my DXCC using FT8, and now am working on renewing my 50 year old CW skillz. Will keep watching your videos! 73

[@user-ss6zt2mo1l]

Go into the 7300 and select the Tuner Function in the menu and set it to Emergency and don't use more than 50 watts... It will allow you to tune your G5RV on 30 and 18 meters and 12 meters. Enjoy

[@user-ss6zt2mo1l]

To master your CW skills go on youtube and search for "Kurt Zoglmann".... do the Single Letter and Numbers at 20wpm. see you on the bands 73

[@q95oldies57]

Got my 7300 around 5 years ago. Still impressed. Icom hit it out of the park on this radio. Excellent video.

[@IncognitaLabs]

Very nice presentation :-) And timely for me. I bought a new 7300 about a year ago and have never opened the box. My sis passed away about the time the rig came and I just abandoned ham radio. I'm feeling the urge again so will be unboxing my 7300 soon and will use this video to help me start from scratch.

[@transmittinguntilrobotsrep1045]

I’m sorry to hear about your sister and glad that you gave life the time needed. Hobbies can wait. As you get started and think of anything that might be good for some explanation, please let me know. I’m happy to help. Best wishes to you as you begin this new journey. 73 - AC3DS

[@RvtvvideoproduktiesNl]

I feel sorry for you hope you things straight Pd5rv 73

[@WILLIAMPERRELLI]

I am sorry for your loss!

[@javajoe668]

Thank You for sharing all of these videos. They are straight to the point and easy to follow. 🤙🏻

[@travisgilley3603]

Thanks for the info. Radio is on order and this has been the best “Setup, let’s get started “ video I have seen. Can’t wait to get started .

[@transmittinguntilrobotsrep1045]

Glad it was helpful! I hope you enjoy the 7300 as much as I do. It is just a great performer. Enjoy!

[@user-ny9hw1uq2l]

A VERY helpful video! You speak clearly and enunciate your words so what you say is easy to hear and understand! Most of the vids on youtube are unusable due to the "mumbling" or heavy accent of the video maker... Keep up the GOOD work!

[@gilesshine3917]

Thanks for the video. I have a technician license and I am working towards my general. (at a somewhat glacierly pace) Been doing some on my part of the 10 meter band when I can. I like your videos and the way you explain things. The ones on the NanoVNA really helped me use it to fix an SWR issue I had. Some day I'm gonna move up and use my 7300 to its potential.

[@transmittinguntilrobotsrep1045]

It sounds like you are making the most of your Tech license. The 10 meter band can give some great experiences, and the 7300 will be there for you whenever you decide (or have the time) to work to the upgrade. That you already have the 7300, NanoVNA, and experience working on antennas seems to indicate you may be closer than you realize. Keep up and you'll get there soon. Thank you for sending the feedback, it really helps me to know if the videos are making a difference. Happy radioing! 73, AC3DS

[@twomanycars6816]

Hooray! Just passed my General and so unboxed my 7300 today. I have watched a number of videos on getting started with it, and this was by far the most helpful Thanks!

[@transmittinguntilrobotsrep1045]

Congratulations! That is great news - welcome to HF! If you start to feel a bit overwhelmed (or underwhelmed) by the radio, just keep making contacts and doing the things you've thought about doing. What you may find is that the versatility of the 7300 makes most of us very happy over time. I hope to hear you on the air sometime soon. 73 - AC3DS

[@victormorales3144]

Awesome help on my new 7300. Thank you for sharing. Do not stop sharing your knowledge and experience. 73

[@robertwatts3126]

Thanks for the video. Your first instruction saved me. I thought I had killed my 7300 but it only needed a reset. I did take advantage of your other suggestions and they have improved the functionality of my unit.

[@transmittinguntilrobotsrep1045]

I'm right there with you - there have been a few times where I've been testing changes to settings and then all of a sudden I've got a radio that isn't working correctly and I momentarily hold my breath wondering which of the last 27 things I did caused it to "break." Thankfully the 7300 is mostly impervious to my randomness and comes back to life with a restart. Thank you for sharing your experience and for the feedback! 73 AC3DS

[@drfredgrant]

Thank you so much for an excellent video!!! I just got my IC-7300 and your settings helped me refine for first attempts at set ups. 73's K2UK

[@MarkPeeren]

When you use the tune function or check the SWR the radio defaults to a low power CW signal. That is why you don't find a difference between RTTY and SSB when you tune. You also don't have to reduce power because the radio does it anyway. Great videoand very helpful for people that are new to the hobby.

[@donwhitehead4587]

My 7300 is back ordered but will be here by the end of the month. The first thing I shall do is use these settings you suggest. Than you, Drew👍🏻……….Don, AC4OK

[@phxedcwo]

I bought and programmed a Yaesu FT-60 about 2 years ago. Been listening on and off but more here recently. Planning on getting my Technician license next month and just purchased a 7300 today. Will be using your videos to help me get started.

[@transmittinguntilrobotsrep1045]

That is great that you are working on getting the Tech license next month! The FT-60 is a great handheld and every skill or concept based VHF/UHF question on the test will be well suited by that radio. Keep it up and feel free to post with any questions or just a note that you got your license. 73, AC3DS

[@phxedcwo]

As of Jan 4th KK7CWG, 73

[@transmittinguntilrobotsrep1045]

@@phxedcwo WOOT WOOT!!! Congratulations and welcome to the hobby. We are glad you are here! Your wallet may be lighter, but your fun level will skyrocket. Please feel free to share your experiences and let me know if you have any questions. 73 - AC3DS

[@mikant71]

Check the SWR with the tuner off to get actual antenna readings. With tuner off you will se a difference between SSB (no power because of no modulation) an RTTY (full power)

[@yodelingjoe]

Brand new to HF, just got an ICOM 7410 yesterday. Am I supposed to leave the tuner on while transmitting? Because when I take it off, the SWR goes to 3 to 1.

[@mikant71]

@@yodelingjoe On during operation, unless you have an external tuner, then it should be off.

[@yodelingjoe]

@@mikant71 awesome, thank you!

[@WarlitoRomero-kg5cy]

How about ?not functioning button & touchscreen,can you fix I?

[@kf4ms]

Thank you, just bought a 7300.....great video

[@MFWT]

Good job! I ordered an IC-7300 yesterday and it will be sent to my home in just few days. Can't wait to be on air! DE BA7MQN 73 TU

[@dovetomarc]

This was great as usual. The only suggestion I have is with regard to ALC, Mic Gain and Compression. It would good to show the viewers how to properly set ALC at somewhere between 30-50% and then set compression so that ALC doesn't cut back on the transmit power.

[@DevinRostron]

Your videos inspired me to get my general. Thank you. From, KC3TGZ

[@transmittinguntilrobotsrep1045]

Whoa, congratulations on going straight to General - that is an excellent accomplishment! It is nice to see another local make the jump. Hopefully I'll catch you on one of the local repeaters sometime soon. 73 - AC3DS

[@MichaelRandazzophotoguy]

OK when I first got my 7300 (about 8 months ago) it worked great on both voice and ft8 and I never had to change anything in the menu when I went from voice to fT8. Now for some reason (Opperator Error I guess) every time I switch I have to refer to the Data Mode settings and switch from USB to Mic or it won't transmit. What did I do wrong?

[@straightpride451]

Thanks for the great vid, lil Pal.

[@robertdelossantos633]

Thank you your explanation too setting the icom7300 was great ,I have a question I've you used the software called winlink if so can you make a video on the changes that you do for digital. Once again thank you and 73s KG5ZLO

[@HRO45]

Hello just bought the ic-7300 do you no how to turn off the KHZ option next to the time in the top right corner I'd driving me crazy - 73'S bill N2LZP

[@darylcheshire1618]

I had my 7300 for a week and a half and got the portable antenna this Monday so just listening and getting advice, some nets sound echo-y so don’t know if my set is not quite right or does everyone hear the echo-y voice? I’ll discuss it with the club tomorrow.

[@mokhtarmedoukali6731]

Between Producer and Signature, wNice tutorialch SKU would you recomnd? Is Signature worth the 50% price bump? ItNice tutorialnk I want to have

[@Mandarin110631]

these videos are great for a new ham!

[@OhmSteader]

With all the good reviews on this radio I ordered one , however the radio I received has a menu which is in Japanese language. I do not know any Japanese. Do you know of a way to change this to English? Thanks for any help

[@darylcheshire1618]

I’m reminded of my HF CB days, some people had a “power mike” where they sound like something from Dr Who.

[@WILLIAMPERRELLI]

Hi What is suggested for audio output settings for AM? Thanks William

[@soberscooter]

Help .. I am using sm-30 desk Mike and headphone .. when I transmit audio I hear my distorted voice in the phones .. my monitor is off what can I do ? de NJ1T

[@maritimedronefilming9511]

on my 7300 where yours says EDGE mine say SPAN how do you swop that please

[@gregestee9099]

Very clean radio.

[@transmittinguntilrobotsrep1045]

It sure is! I love this thing. It just keeps on working beautifully. 73.

[@user-zm7sz5kw3x]

N OW THAT I HAVE MY 7300 SET UP, HOW DO I SAVE THESE SETTINGS SO I CAN COME BACKK HERE AFTER DOIGN SOMETHING ELSE; IE: "DATA OR RTTY"?

[@fredfloyd34]

Is there a ham radio that works without electricity or batteries...Portable small.

[@PhantomWoIf]

is it possible to make the ssb tx bandwidth go from like about 50Hz to 4000Hz by a firmware upgrade ? or is the bandwidth limited by hardware ?

[@RoelandJansen]

even if it were possible, ICOM won't do that. (it's hard coded, the limits by the way)

[@BlackHamRadioUniversity]

I have a about 15 yards of space in my townhouse rental. Within that space I have at least 20 trees with the highest height being about 70 ft. What antenna can you recommend for my IC-7300? Thanks.

[@FatherMarty]

End-fed vertical!

[@alvarogaitan2529]

wow Great video my friend thanks very much 73 from kb2uew

[@billmoore770]

Very helpful.

[@ralph9987]

very helpful thanks

[@cledusneighbor2630]

icom 7300 scope when transmitting ?

[@JackSquat54]

On my 7300, power set at 100%, modulation set at 50 % I can put out 100% power on RTTY, or FM. When i switch to SSB the most power the radio will put out is 50%. Do you know of any internal setting that will allow the radio to put out a full 100% power on SSB ? Turning modulation up to 100% does not seem to help.

[@Upnorthguy2024]

Yep, I have the same on mine, only 55% on SSB

[@DrCrabfingers]

Recently licenced at foundation level. M7VVS how do you do? I've been looking at this transceiver a lot over the past few months. Can someone tell me please....would I be able to listen to Short Wave Radio on this? And also is it possible to reduce the output to 10W (which is the limitation of my licence)? Many thanks.

[@FatherMarty]

Yes to both. Press the Multifunction knob (top right of the screen), first item is RF Gain. Adjust that until power out on your wattmeter on key down is 10W into a 1:1 SWR (a dummy load). Note the percentage may or may not be 10%. You can listen to Shortwave - just use "AM" mode. You won't be able to get digital stations, but the rest of them are pretty available.

[@timbacchus]

What is the XFC button?

[@mikestone9129]

When you hit the tune button does the 7300 automaticly lower the power to 10w or a safe wattage?

[@ncphotos]

no, you have to drop it your self before you hit the tune button

[@PhantomWoIf]

just out of curiosity, how accurate is the clock in the 7300 ? i mean that clock that shows the daytime on the screen.

[@elkabong6429]

Hi, my clock on the 7300 has to be tweaked every few months. Kind of disappointed in that, but it's easy enough to reset when I tune it to WWV. In any case, I use an MFJ "atomic" clock (Model MFJ-121B); one that is automatically set from a 60hz signal sent from WWV from Ft. Collins, Colorado for my serious shack time keeping. The REAL serious hams use a logging program for keeping track of their contacts (for contesting and what have you) and they use the clock in their computer that is properly set to Internet time. I hope my long-winded answer helped you! 73

[@RoelandJansen]

depends on the rig. You can be lucky, or not. Now there is s/w that can set the time for you on the rig.

[@elkabong6429]

@@RoelandJansen That would be the optimal solution!

[@BillyBobbx8807]

Also works for the IC-7610

[@AD4C]

Several things you forgot to mention, for example, you advice to set the mic gain between 50 and 70, wrong, you should say that has to be set looking at the ALC meter when talking normally and then move the mic gain from 50 down until ALC be three quarters or less of the red bar below, most of the times is below 50%, the 7300 has a lot of gain. Mine is set at just 20%. Something else,leave the TX EQ on zero for bass and treble will leave this radio with lower intelegibility, you have to explain how to get a better TX audio. Also, compressor level should be set by % but by reading compression level read on the meter not to have over 10db compression, otherwise TX audio will be saturated.

[@transmittinguntilrobotsrep1045]

Excellent post and analysis. Thank you for sharing.

[@daaufdammahom3417]

Awesome radio?? Mine touch screen not function

[@BlackHamRadioUniversity]

Quick Question, I have the IC-7300 and on the display right below band display I keep getting a flashing "OVF". Sometimes it is solid and a lot of times it flashes on and off. I tried tuning the frequency which the frequency did get tuned but I still get the flashing "OVF". What is wrong and how to I fix this? Have you ever experienced that on your IC-7300?

[@jamesabc372]

I assume you are ok with the ovf red light by now. Turn back the RF knob a little.😊

[@danscott9182]

Good video, but didn’t like the colors you set at all. I set the color display back to its factory settings. Like that much better!

[@W5AKC]

Why is there a solid tone when you tune??

[@ncphotos]

so the radio can find the best SWR.

[@jimcoulter5877]

I set it up for VARA Winlink, it works, but I lost my audio for SSB. The Radio Keys, but no SSB audio. Any Hints?

[@wild-radio7373]

Thank you very much for this explanation!!👍 your videos are fantastic!♡ #hamRadio #hamPham ❤

[@transmittinguntilrobotsrep1045]

Right back at you! We were driving today when we saw this comment and KC3TFL (Hannah) said “Oh, that’s awesome. Does she have any new videos!? Hers are so good.” She proceeded to then tell me that she made more HF contacts than me the other day. Stinker. Happy Holidays from this fam in PA.

[@wild-radio7373]

Haha!♡ she sounds fun! Let her know I say Heya! I just luv when I get comments from you both😎❤📻

[@harrynorman654]

Thanks for the great video. K6HEN

[@thomasmanson1119]

What antenna were you using in this 7300 settings video?

[@n5ifi]

AGC on SSB should be set to slow, Fast is used fir CW.

[@transmittinguntilrobotsrep1045]

I've read that AGC should be set to Slow for AM, Mid for SSB, and Fast for CW and RTTY. Having it on Fast, I've found from experience that Fast seems to be good for weak signals. I don't know why that would be, but it feels like I can make out weak signals better when the AGC is set to Fast.

[@n5ifi]

@@transmittinguntilrobotsrep1045 I've always preferred slow on ssb. It makes for a smoother sound. In weak signal situations fast may be an advantage for sure.

[@RoelandJansen]

it depends. General starting rule is fast for cw and slow/med for ssb. mostly slow for AM. But then again, sometimes you just need NB and NR always on etc. Kind of some personal prefs mixed in as well.

[@haraldderfotoharry6083]

Too bad, the title is "Setting for SSB Voice", unfortunately it is not discussed Bass treble are there at zero :-( otherwise a nice video

[@RobertMacCready]

Power Supply and connecting to your laptop.

[@modex20]

Read the manual. There's a process for setting mic gain and it doesn't involve arbitrarily setting it to 60% especially with the stock mic. It's shit like this that contributes to misinformation.

[@RoelandJansen]

it's the same for bass/treble. It's depending on the voice you have. Gain depends also on how you speak in the mic etc.

[@ncphotos]

Great video! de W2CSI

[@cevima]

🇧🇷 thank you so much! *PY5CV* César 🇧🇷

[@transmittinguntilrobotsrep1045]

Very welcome, glad it worked for you! - AC3DS

[@P47Harry]

Great job! Helps a lot! 73 de W3DNQ

[@transmittinguntilrobotsrep1045]

Glad it helped!