I recently picked up this Icom IC-718 rig off of eHam for a great deal.
It's now configured with an LDG Z-100A Automatic Tuner and a Digirig with CI-V interface. I have tested both JS8Call and Winlink Vara HF with the Digirig and have confirmed that CAT control, Remote PTT and the sound interface are all functional. I can use both JS8Call and Winlink for POTA spotting. It also seemed like every time I would try to go do a POTA activation, I couldn't remember the park numbers so that's why those are now labeled on top of the radio.
Mic is mounted on the right with velcro, as is the Digirig. I noticed when I was operating at Grayson Highlands the other day that it would be nice to be able to have a mount on the radio for the mic. Also, I bought some "Wrap-It" velcro / rubberized straps and used one to secure the tuner to the radio. When doing that, I took care to not cover up any ventilation vents on the radio.
This is now an all-in one bundle that is meant to be kept this way and can be taken out of a bag and quickly deployed.
It will be interesting to see how it performs in the field next. I just thought I would share.
