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Installation

Requirements

  • Python 3.11+
  • An Icom radio with LAN/WiFi connectivity (IC-7610, IC-705, IC-7300, IC-9700, etc.)
  • Network access to the radio (same LAN/subnet)

Install from PyPI

pip install icom-lan

Install from Source

git clone https://github.com/morozsm/icom-lan.git
cd icom-lan
pip install -e .

Development Install

For running tests and contributing:

git clone https://github.com/morozsm/icom-lan.git
cd icom-lan
pip install -e ".[dev]"

Optional: Audio Support

For Opus codec audio streaming:

pip install icom-lan[audio]

This installs opuslib for Opus codec support. Not required for PCM/uLaw audio.

Verify Installation

# Check the CLI is available
icom-lan --help

# Or run as a module
python -m icom_lan --help

Radio Setup

Before connecting, ensure your radio is configured for LAN control:

IC-7610

  1. Menu → Set → Network — configure IP address (static recommended)
  2. Menu → Set → Network → Remote Control — enable "Network Control"
  3. Menu → Set → Network → Network User — create a username/password
  4. Default port: 50001

IC-705

  1. Menu → Set → WLAN Set — connect to your WiFi network
  2. Menu → Set → Network → Remote Control — enable
  3. Menu → Set → Network → Network User — create credentials

IC-7300

  1. Requires the optional LAN module or use via IC-7610's second CI-V port
  2. Same network settings menu structure

Static IP Recommended

Assign a static IP to your radio to avoid connection issues after DHCP lease changes.

Firewall

Ensure UDP ports 50001-50003 are open between your computer and the radio.