The A14, a Lithium Ion (Li-ion) is a powered air band transceiver and weather report (WX) receiver. Offering plenty of the features that other Icom hand-held radios are known for, the A14 offers all of the Icom ruggedness and reliability that the brand is known around the world for.

Icom's "V Speed Audio" cuts through cabin noise. The A14's 700 mW audio output, combined with a BTL amplifier, offer outstanding volume and clarity.

The LCD screen with programmable channel names lets users quickly and visually ID who they're talking with. 200 Memory channels and 8 alphanumeric LCD characters per channel allow for plenty of customized settings. A low battery indication and beep alert are also standard features.

The A14 comes with a HUGE Lithium-Ion battery pack (2000mAh) for more than 18 hours of operation. Li-ion batteries offer several important advantages over other battery types. One of the most important advantages is easy charging. The Li-ion battery does not suffer from "memory" issues that can plague other battery technologies; with Li-ion, you can top-up a partially charged battery without concern that it may adversely affect the battery.

Another important advantage of Li-ion is the superior weight-performance ratio. More power is housed in a smaller, lighter package. The radio easily fits in a flight bag, yet is not so small that it can't easily be operated with just one hand. The A14 looks and feels as well as it performs.

700mW* loud audio
Because air band radios are usually operated in high-noise environments, it is essential for the radio to provide loud and clear audio. The IC-A14/S series employs a BTL amplifier that doubles the audio output, offering loud and clear audio that'll cut through cabin or tarmac noise.
* Internal speaker only

Full keypad type or Simple keypad type
The IC-A14 full keypad type allows you to input the channel or frequency directly and has an exclusive button for the 121.5MHz emergency channel. The IC-A14 receives NAV and WX channels. The IC-A14S simple keypad type provides simpler operation with a minimum of buttons that is suitable for ground crews.

Difference between ICOM A14 and ICOM A14S

Feature	ICOM A14	ICOM A14S
Direct Enter Keypad	Yes	No
Memory Channels	200	100
Weather Channels	Yes	No
Navigation	Yes	No

Compact, light weight and rugged body
The IC-A14 is compact (only 120mm tall) and light weight (approx. 350g including antenna and BP-232N). The water resistant construction, equivalent to IPX4, provides reliable operation in wet conditions.

Large capacity Lithium-Ion battery pack
With the 2000mAh large capacity Lithium-Ion battery pack, BP-232N, the IC-A14/S series provides stable output power and 18 hours long (approx.) operating time*. The BP-261, battery case takes 6 AA (LR6) alkaline cells for convenient battery backup.
* Typical operation, Tx:Rx: Stand-by=5:5:90.

200 channels with memory banks
A total of 200 memory channels can be named with an 8-character channel name for easy recognition. For fast and simple operation, these channels can be grouped into 10 memory banks.

BC-179 holder type battery charger
The battery charger, BC-179, securely holds and charges the radio, even in bumpy conditions. The cigarette lighter cable, CP-22, can be used with the BC-179.

IC A14 Supplied Accessories:

• Battery Pack BP-232N
• Battery Charger BC-179
• AC Adapter BC-174
• Belt Clip MB-94
• Antenna FA-B02AR
• Handstrap
  
  Other outstanding features of the IC A14 Transceiver

5W typ. (PEP), 1.5W (CW) output power

Side tone function allows you to hear your own voice via a third party aviation headset

LCD backlight for night time operation

ANL (Auto Noise Limiter) for noise reduction

Low battery indication and beep alert

Adjustable microphone gain setting

BNC type antenna connector

For more information about the ICOM A14 Transceiver, please read this Product Review by staff.