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23 articles from Professional AV practitioners
Meet IC-SAT100, a Satellite PTT Radio Built for the World’s Most Demanding Environments
Let’s have a look at Icom’s IC-SAT100, a satellite Push-To-Talk radio designed for moments when ordinary communication just isn’t an option. Powered by the Iridium satellite network, this rugged handheld delivers instant one-to-many communication at the push of a button—no cell towers or ground infrastructure required. Built to thrive in harsh environments, it’s waterproof,…
From Hospitals to Warehouses, the IP110H Keeps Your Team in Sync
Icom’s IP110H is a compact, license-free WLAN radio built to keep teams talking—clearly and instantly—over an existing wireless network. Designed for environments like hospitals, hotels, warehouses, and tunnels, it delivers real-time, full-duplex voice using Icom’s advanced IP radio system. From Bluetooth capability to USB-C charging and a sleek, pocket-friendly design, the IP110H feels modern,…
One Radio, Three Networks, Seamless Coverage: Meet the IP730D
Icom’s IP730D is a true game-changer in professional communications, blending LTE, IDAS, and analog networks into one powerful hybrid radio. Designed for flexibility and confidence in the field, it uses dual PTT buttons to let users transmit and receive across networks seamlessly—delivering reliable, wide-area coverage wherever it’s needed. From the moment it comes out of…
Voices of History: How Icom Radios Keep Warbirds Flying Safely at AirVenture 2025
For aviation enthusiasts, few sights stir the imagination quite like the thunder of restored warbirds filling the skies at AirVenture. What began in 1964 as a small group of former military pilots salvaging surplus aircraft has grown into one of the most celebrated showcases of flying history, preserving the legacy of WWII and Korean-era…
Unboxing Icom’s VE-PG4 RoIP Gateway: A Versatile Solution for Merging Communication Protocols
In today’s world of complex communication networks, interoperability isn’t just a convenience—it’s a necessity. Organizations often rely on multiple radio systems, internet-based communications, and cellular solutions, yet bridging these different platforms has historically been a major challenge. That’s where devices like the VE-PG4 RoIP Gateway come into play. Designed to merge diverse protocols, this…
Icom’s IP Radios Fill Critical Gaps in Privacy, Range, and Cost for Commercial Fishermen
The 2024 Pacific Marine Expo served as a platform for exploring how advanced radio technologies are supporting specialized industries. Secure and far-reaching communication remains a critical need for the commercial fishing sector. Rick Waedekin, the President of Coast Marine Marketing and Icom’s West Coast Sales Rep, spoke with Harold Whittlesy of Satellite Technical Services…
Moses Lake Airshow Recap: Reliable Communication in Action with ICOM’s IP501 Radios
Reliable communication is important for safety, coordination, and operations at events like the 2025 Moses Lake Airshow. This high-traffic event brings together aviation professionals, vendors, and emergency services who depend on stable, real-time communication to stay efficient. Tim Thometz, the Territory Channel Manager at Icom, at the Moses Lake Airshow showcases the company’s IP501 radios, which…
Building the Future of Communication: Inside the IWCE 2025 Experience
Industry leaders converge to shape the next generation of mission-critical wireless technology and connectivity solutions

The Impact of Satellite Communications at the Baja Rally
Advanced satellite radios prove essential for safety and coordination across one of motorsport's most remote and demanding environments
Icom Hits Orlando for the International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE 2024)
A major wireless communications player showcases its latest innovations at the industry's premier gathering in Orlando
Radio Ensures Safety First in the High-Stakes Game of Offshore Racing
Critical communication systems keep high-speed powerboat competitors safe and coordinated across unpredictable open waters
Racing Waves: Unleashing the Power of Radio Communication in Powerboat P1 Racing
Reliable radio systems become the lifeline that separates critical incidents from managed emergencies in offshore racing
How Marines Master Communications Through Radio
Effective radio protocols transform military coordination from chaotic to seamless across all operational levels
Icom Honors Our Vets
A Marine Corps veteran reflects on how military service shaped his leadership and forged lifelong bonds with those who served alongside him
Surviving Bad Weather: Top 5 Tips from Icom
When severe weather strikes, advance preparation and reliable communication tools become the difference between safety and crisis
Icom Partners with EPCOM for Expansion in the US Market
A strategic alliance enables a radio communications leader to strengthen its distribution footprint across America's competitive marketplace
Unboxing the F200 Radio from Icom America
The IC-F200's thoughtful packaging and robust accessories reveal why this compact radio is built for professionals who demand reliability
APCO 2023: Lessons in Aviation Come From Embracing Challenges and Teamwork
Leaders who embrace obstacles and foster strong team dynamics unlock significantly higher profitability and organizational resilience
Icom Dials up the Fun at the 2023 Woodbury Car Show
Strategic radio partnerships enabled seamless coordination behind the scenes of a major community automotive event
Icom at Seafair Weekend Festival 2023
Critical communication infrastructure kept Seattle's largest air show operating safely and seamlessly
Unboxing the IC-M410BB with Ray Novak
A senior sales manager reveals what's inside this marine radio kit and why its thoughtful design matters for boat operators
ICOM Goes to APCO 2023
This radio equipment maker demonstrates cutting-edge communication solutions to first responders at the industry's largest annual gathering
PCI Race Radios and Icom Bring Their Shared Love of Communications Together for Racing Innovation
Two communication leaders unite to transform how off-road racers stay connected under pressure