I would like to know if i can connect this to my icom ic9100 ham radio?

Yes. It connects to "Data 1" through an Icom OPC-1529R cable. Check out page 121 of the Icom IC-9100 manual for more details.

Is this the same unit as a garmin gps 18x lvc, 5m

The -5m stands for a 5 meter cable. I have the -5m so I don't know how long the standard cable length is.

Will this work with a kenwood tm-d710g ham radio using the supplied cable? cable has 3 wires, data in, data out, and ground.

The LVC uses 4 wires, 1 dcd, 2 rx , 3 tx, 5 G. If you don't require the pps signal, rransmitted on pin 1 dcd, and the interface is serial level, then it will work. The only really grear thing about the LVC is the pps signal. Otherwise, many gps receivers can do the job.

Can you provide instructions on how to use/wire this with an icom ic-7100 (i saw the response for the 9100 but not sure if it will work for the 7100).

Since the guy who makes the unit that is sold on eBay for both the 9100 and 7100 sells it for both radios with the same hook-up, I would say yes... if it works for the 9100 it will work for the 7100. If you can't find it in the 7100 manual, the instructions in the 9100 should work exactly the same. It will work for the 9700 too but you have to have a different din plug to power it from the radio. I just put Anderson power poles on the power leads and power it from my main 12vDC power panel.

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Description

🚀 Elevate your precision game with Garmin 18x LVC — timing and tracking that never quits!

WAAS ENABLED ACCURACY - Enhanced positioning precision (~3m) with WAAS/EGNOS support, outperforming standard GPS units in navigation tasks.
COMPACT RUGGED DESIGN - Sleek 2.4-inch puck form factor with a waterproof magnetic base built to endure rain, hail, and high-speed travel.
PRECISION TIMING MASTERY - Achieve microsecond-level synchronization with the 1PPS LVC output—perfect for mission-critical timekeeping.
PLUG PLAY OEM INTEGRATION - Bare wire LVC connection with non-volatile memory for hassle-free configuration and seamless system embedding.
PROVEN LONGEVITY RELIABILITY - Trusted for over 15 years in automotive, fleet, and enterprise-grade applications—built to keep running 24/7/365.

The Garmin 18x LVC GPS Navigator Unit is a compact, highly sensitive 12-channel WAAS-enabled GPS receiver designed for OEM applications requiring precise navigation and microsecond-accurate timing. Featuring a bare wire LVC interface, integrated magnetic waterproof base, and non-volatile memory for configuration retention, it delivers reliable performance in harsh environments and has proven its durability over 15 years of continuous use. Ideal for professionals demanding robust, accurate GPS data and precision pulse-per-second output for synchronization tasks.

Specifications

ASIN	B0016O3T7A
Additional Features	Motion Sensor
Are Batteries Included	No
Audio Output Mode	Stereo
Battery Average Life	16 Hours
Best Sellers Rank	#53,060 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #14 in Marine GPS Units & Chartplotters
Brand	Garmin
Built-In Media	GPS 18x with serial, USB or bare wire connection
Compatible Devices	Laptop
Compatible Flash Memory Type	CF Type I
Compatible with Vehicle Type	Car, Truck
Connectivity Protocol	USB
Connectivity Technology	USB
Control Method	App
Customer Reviews	4.5 out of 5 stars 83 Reviews
Display Type	LCD
Global Trade Identification Number	00753759077839
Human-Interface Input	Buttons
Item Dimensions L x W x H	4"L x 2"W x 4"H
Item Weight	116 Grams
Manufacturer	Garmin
Map Types	North America
Mfr Part Number	010-00321-36
Model Name	18x LVC
Model Number	010-00321-36
Model Year	2009
Mounting Type	Dashboard Mount, found in image
Operating System	Windows
Resolution	480 x 272
Screen Size	10 Inches
Special Feature	Motion Sensor
Supported Satellite Navigation System	GPS
UPC	753759077839
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Vehicle Service Type	Car, Truck
Warranty Description	365 Days (Parts) / 365 Days (Labor)

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