In this video we’ll take an indepth look at ICOM’s new ID50A DSTAR radio. We’ll review the buttons and controls, set up the basic DSTAR elements and demonstrate how you’ll use your new radio.

Note, I'd misplaced the included USBC cable so didn't mention that one came with the ID50A. It does.

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Introduction to DSTAR Video
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Chapters:

00:00 Intro
00:18 Opening
01:03 Overview
02:52 What You Get
06:40 Front Panel Tour
11:45 Initial Setup
17:12 Poweron Tour
27:08 Power Output
27:48 Signal Purity
28:08 Closing