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YAESU
VX 8DR 50/144/220/440 Handheld Four-Band Radio
$ 529.00
VX-8DR
– A Devoted APRS Users Version of the VX-8R Series
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The
VX-8DR APRS®/GPS/Bluetooth® Handheld Transceiver is
an additional version of the VX-8R that includes not only
its solid features and specifications but also new expanded
APRS® capabilities to meet the needs of even the most
active APRS® user. The VX-8DR has the same appearance
as the VX-8R and uses the very same accessories.
Key
Additonal APRS® Features of the VX-8DR compared to our
VX-8R include:
• Smart Beaconing ™ Function: When using APRS®
for position tracking, the beacon timing is automatically
adjusted to your traveling speed and location to plot a smoother
trace to match your position and movement on a map.
• The number of Station List memories has increased from
40 to 50.
• The number of APRS Message memories has increased from
20 to 30.
• DIGI-PATH route indication function: The APRS®
Packet data includes Digipeater routing info.
• Heads up compass display to the GPS Screen: Your traveling
direction is always toward the top of the display. •
The Message received LED flashing rate is selectable.
• The number of DIGI-PATH route settings is increased
from 1 to 7.
Ultra Compact
Measures a mere 2.4"W x 3.7"H x 0.9"D for comfortable
in the palm use.
Heavy Duty...Yet Easy to Operate
The large main dial and the four durable independant key buttons
on the side permit easy operation...even when wearing gloves!
Ultra-Rugged
Polycarbonate resin front panel with aluminum die-cast chassis
- absolutely tougher than tough.
Submersible
Take your VX-8DR out with you wherever you go. It is waterproof
3Ft (1m) for 30 minutes. The radio is designed to meet commercial
grade standards in every aspect, including its battery terminals,
external microphone jack etc.
Powerful Li-Ion battery
Enjoy up to 5 hours operation on 144/440MHz, or up to 5.5
hours on 50MHz with the supplied FNB-101LI battery. The optional
FNB-102LI high capacity battery will provide up to 8.5 hours
operation on 144MHz, 9 hours on 50MHz, and 8 hours on 440MHz.
Large Dot Matrix Display
Measuring about 1.3"W x 0.8"H, the large LCD display
provides clear, easy-to-read indication of both Main and Sub-band
frequencies, operating mode, and S-meters for both bands.
Display can be customized to include pictorial icons or the
input voltage. Engaging the Spectrum Scope function, the high-resolution
display will indicate relative signal strengths on adjacent
channels up to +/-50 channels!
Integrated APRS Operation
APRS ® allows you to communicate your location to other
APRS® stations with your location, speed, and heading
displayed on your radio! The VX-8DR supports 1200/9600bps
APRS ® data communications (B band only).
Access
the worldwide standard APRS® system to exchange your positions
and messages. The optional FGPS-2 unit is required automatically
display your station information.
When
you receive signals and information from other APRS stations,
the VX-8DR displays their positions, heading directions, messages,
distances, icons (43 available), weather information, object
etc.
*APRS®
is a registered trademark of Bob Bruninga WB4APR
Smart Beaconing ™ Function
When using APRS® for position tracking, the beacon timing
is automatically adjusted to your traveling speed and location
to plot a smoother trace to match your position and movement
on a map. SmartBeaconing™ from HamHUD Nichetronix is
able to modify its own beacon rate in response to the motion
of the vehicle that carries. Since the APRS network has limited
bandwidth, SmartBeaconing™ transmits an optimal amount
of position information with a minimal amount of QRM to other
network users - making VX-8DR users some of the most "efficient"
on the network.
Optional GPS Operation
The optional GPS Antenna Unit FGPS-2, which is based on a
12-channel receiver, provides GPS data. You may display your
exact current position (latitude / Longitude), heading direction,
moving speed, altitude etc. The optional FGPS-2 can be attached
to the radio using the microphone input jack so that you may
simultaneously enjoy total Hands-Free Operation using the
optional Bluetooth headset, even though your radio is attached
to your backpack, belt, etc.
Dual Band AF Dual Monitor
Listen to AM or FM radio stations while monitoring two HAM
frequency channels! Two independant Amateur Band Receivers
will allow you to listen to your favorite AM or FM broadcast
station and monitor two different amateur bands ("Band
A" and "Band B") at the same time.
Bluetooth® Capabilities
The Bluetooth® capabilities widely know and utilized among
users and enthusiasts of our VX-8R, FTM-10R/SR and FTM-350R
radios, are also available with the VX-8DR. The optional Bluetooth®
Unit BU-1 makes it possible to operate hands-free with the
optional water Bluetooth® headset BH-1A (stereo) or BH-2A
(monaural). Also enjoy your favorite FM broadcasts in stereo
with the optional Bluetooth stereo headset (BH-1A) and earphone
(FEP-1)!
Heads-Up Compass Display on the GPS Screen
Your traveling direction is always toward the top of the display.
DIGI-PATH Route Indication Function
The APRS® Packet data includes Digipeater routing information.
Real Dual Ham Band Operation (V+V/U+U/V+U)
With two independant Amateur band recievers, listen to either
the same or different bands simultaneously.
Wide Band Receiver
Covers from 500kHz to 999.990MHz, continuous reception for
Short-wave, FM/AM broadcasts, analog TV stations, audio aircraft,
public service channels, etc. (Cellular band blocked)
AM and FM Reception
The VX-8DR has a completely independant AM/FM broadcast receiver
and an internal bar antenna for better AM broadcast broadcast
reception. Listen to FM broadcast in stereo with your stereo
headset/earphone!
Built-in Barometric Pressure and Temperature Sensor
The radio can monitor and display the temperature, pressure,
altitude or any combination of these.
Features
Optional
Bluetooth®
Optional GPS
APRS 1200/9600 bps (B band only)
CTCSS/DCS Encode & Decode
Weather Receiving with Weather Alert
Wideband Receive
Dual Receive
Submersible IPX57
Dot Matrix LCD
Hi-Res Spectrum Analyzer
Additional
features
- Memory stations may be displayed with 16 digit Alpha-numeric
tags
- CW Training
- Emergency Automatic ID system
- Emergency Strobe/Beep and Busy strobe LED functions
Specifications
Frequency
Range Receive:
0.5
- 1.8 MHz (BC Band)
1.8 - 30 MHz (Shortwave Band)
30 - 78 MHz (6 Meter Amateur)
76 - 108 MHz (FM)
108 - 137 MHz (Air Band)
137 - 174 MHz (144 MHz HAM)
174 - 222 MHz (VHF-TV)
222 - 225 MHz (222 MHz Ham)
225 - 420 MHz (General Band 1)
420 - 470 MHz (430 MHz HAM)
470 - 800 MHz (UHF-TV)
800 - 999 MHz (General Band 2 Cellular Blocked)
Frequency
Range Transmit:
50
- 54 MHz
144 - 148 MHz
222 - 225 MHz
430 - 440 MHz
Channel
Steps: 5/6.25/8.33/9/10/12.5/15/20/25/50/100 kHz
10kHz: AMBC
Frequency Stability: ±5 ppm +14 °F to +122 °F
(-10 °C to +50 °C)
Repeater Shift: ±600 kHz (144 MHz) ±1.6 MHz
(220 MHz) ±1.6/5.0/7.6 MHz (430 MHz)
Emission Type: F2D, F3E, A3E, F2A, F1D
Antenna Impedance: 50 Ohms
Supply Voltage: Nominal: 7.4 VDC, Negative Ground
Operating Voltage: 10-16 VDC Negative Ground
EXT DC Jack Current Consumption: 200 mA (Mono Band Receive)
85 mA (Mono Band, Standby, Saver Off) 35 mA (Mono Band, Standby,
Saver On) 300 µA (Auto Power Off) 1.6 Amps (5 Watts
TX, 50 MHz) 1.7 Amps (Hi TX, 144 MHz) 1.9 Amps (Hi TX, 430
MHz)
Operating Temperature: -4°F to +140°F (-20°C to
+60°C)
Case Size: 2.4 x 3.7 x 0.9 inches (60x95x24.2 mm) (without
knob and antenna) 8.5 oz (240 g)
RECEIVER Circuit Type: N-FM, AM Double-conversion, W-FM Triple
Conversion, AM/FM Radio Single Conversion
IFs: 1st: 47.25 MHz (N-FM) [46.35 MHz Sub Band] 45.8 MHz (W-FM)
IFs: 2nd: 450 kHz (N-FM) 10.7 MHz (W-FM) 1 MHz (W-FM)
Sensitivity: 3.0 µV for 10dB S/N (0.5-30MHz, AM) 1.0
µV for 12dB SINAD (76-108 MHz/174-222 MHz/470-729MHz,
W-FM) 0.16 µV for 12dB SINAD (50-54MHz/144-148MHz, N-FM)
0.18 µV for 12dB SINAD (430-450 MHz N-FM)
Selectivity (±6dB/±60dB): 12 kHz/35 kHz (N-FM)
200 kHz/300 kHz (W-FM)
AF Output: 200 mW @ 8 Ohms for 10% THD (@ 7.4 V DC)
TRANSMITTER RF Power Output: 5 W (@ 13.8 V EXT DC Input) 0
50/144/430 MHz 0 5 W (@ 7.4V, 50 MHz/144MHz) 1.5 W (@ 7.4V
220 MHz) Modulation Type: Variable Reactance
Maximum Deviation: ±5/±2.5 kHz
Spurious Emission: At least 60 dB down
Microphone Impedance: 2 k Ohm
Specifications
are subject to change without notice and are guaranteed within
amateur bands only
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Special instructions
We are not responsible for losses or damages in transit.
Return Policy:
All sales are final. No
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Sales tax
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Florida - U.S.A. (7.000%).
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or display units... in the box... never opened... with one year
manufacturer warranty.
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