Description
Icom CT24
Digital Voice Converter
Professional AMBE+2 Audio Codec Interface
The Icom CT24 is a high-performance digital voice converter designed to provide seamless audio codec translation between digital transceivers and network interfaces. Utilizing the industry-standard AMBE+2 vocoder, this compact device handles the complex encoding and decoding required for high-integrity digital voice communications. The Icom CT24 is an essential component for operators integrating digital radio systems with IP-based dispatch or gateway solutions, ensuring that voice quality remains crisp and intelligible across the entire network architecture.
Engineered for reliable plug-and-play operation, the Icom CT24 is supplied with the RCFS10 Remote Communicator software and is fully compatible with the VEPG3 RoIP Gateway. Its compact 15 cm cable design and USB-MiniB interface allow for a clean, low-profile installation in server rooms or dispatch consoles. By utilizing the Icom CT24, organizations can bridge the gap between physical digital radio hardware and software-defined communication platforms without the signal degradation typically associated with analog-to-digital conversions.
Key Features & Benefits
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Advanced AMBE+2 Encoding: Employs the gold-standard vocoder for digital radio, providing superior voice clarity and effective noise suppression.
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Seamless Codec Conversion: Bridges digital transceiver audio with network-based communication software for efficient RoIP integration.
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Optimized for VEPG3: Specifically designed to work in tandem with the VEPG3 gateway to expand the reach of digital radio networks over IP.
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Software-Ready Deployment: Comes supplied with RCFS10 software, allowing for immediate setup of remote communicator stations.
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Low-Profile USB Interface: Features a USB-MiniB connector for simple data and power delivery, eliminating the need for external power bricks.
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Compact Integration: The short 15 cm cable length prevents cable clutter in high-density dispatch and gateway environments.
Specifications
| Feature |
Specification |
| Vocoder Type |
AMBE+2 |
| Connector Type |
USB-MiniB |
| Cable Length |
15 cm |
| Application |
Digital Encode/Decode |
| Supplied Software |
RCFS10 |
Compatibility
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| CY5300 |
CY6300 |
FR5300 |
FR6300 |
What's Included
| Description |
SKU |
Status |
| Digital Voice Converter |
CT24 |
✅ Included |
| Remote Communicator Software |
RCFS10 |
✅ Included |
| USB Interface Cable (15cm) |
N/A |
✅ Included |
| RoIP Gateway |
VEPG4 |
❌ Sold Separately |
Recommended Accessories
- Icom RoIP Gateway (VEPG4)
- Icom Desktop Microphone (SM26)
Frequently Asked Questions
What software comes with the CT24? The Icom CT24 is supplied with the RCFS10 Remote Communicator software, which is used for managing digital voice traffic across your network.
Does this work with older analog repeaters? No. The CT24 is specifically designed for digital codec conversion using AMBE+2, which is the standard for Icom IDAS and other modern digital platforms.
Is an external power supply required? No. The Icom CT24 draws the small amount of power it needs directly from the USB-MiniB connection.
Warranty
1-year manufacturer's warranty.
