To successfully program your radio, you will need the following hardware components:

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To buy the full version, contact an Icom dealer (approx. $50–$80 USD).

A: No. CS-V80 is Windows-only. Mac/Linux users can run it inside a virtual machine (VMware, VirtualBox) with a Windows guest OS.

: If using a USB cable, ensure the correct drivers are installed. Many software packages, such as those from RT Systems, install these drivers automatically during the software setup.