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The Yaesu VX-8R H
a full 5
watts FM on 50/144/430 MHz plus 1.5 watts on 222 MHz.
Blue Tooth hands-free operation
with the optional BU-1 and BH-1 or BH-2 accessories
optional
GPS unit and antenna with loads of features.
APRS
1200/9600 bps data communication (B band only).
submersible and meets IPX57
specifications (3 feet for minimum of 30 minutes).
powerful
7.4 V 1100 mAh Lithium Ion battery is included.
optional
3 x AA battery cell case.
2.36 x 3.74 x 0.92
inches
simultaneous independent 2-signal
dual receive function with both V + V or U + U.
barometric sensor is included.
independent AM/FM broadcast
receiver circuit.
dot
matrix LCD display provides Memory tag up to a maximum of 16 characters.
high-resolution Spectrum Analyzer
with ±60 channels indication with wave monitoring of received/modulated signal!
DCS and
CTCSS encode and decode is included.
T provides a full 5 watts FM on 50/144/430 MHz
plus 1.5 watts on 222 MHz. It supports Bluetooth® hands-free operation with the
optional BU-1 and BH-1 or BH-2 accessories. There is also an optional GPS unit
and antenna with loads of features. This radio supports APRS 1200/9600 bps data
communication (B band only). Like the VX7R, the VX8R is submersible and meets
IPX57 specifications (3 feet for minimum of 30 minutes). A powerful 7.4 V 1100
mAh Lithium Ion battery is included. This HT is small, intuitive to operate only 2.36 x 3.74 x 0.92 inches (thinner than VX-7R). It supports
simultaneous independent 2-signal dual receive function with both V + V or U +
U. It has weather band receive with Weather Alert. A barometric sensor is
included. You can even operate Amateur radio while receiving FM
broadcasts! The receive coverage is wider than VX-7R, with an independent AM/FM
broadcast receiver circuit. The dot matrix LCD display provides Memory tag up to
a maximum of 16 characters. You even get a high-resolution Spectrum Analyzer
with ?0 channels indication with wave monitoring of received/modulated signal!
And DCS and CTCSS encode and decode is standard.
The VX-8R comes with the SMA antenna, FNB-101LI Lithium Ion battery pack,
belt clip and NC-86B battery charger. (The NC-86B should only be used for
receive, because it is not capable of supplying sufficient current to support
transmit).
The VX8R is expected October 23, 2008. Information
shown is preliminary and subject to change.
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- 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-Rez Spectrum Analyzer
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Ultra Compact
Measures a mere 2.4"W x 3.7"H x 0.9"D for comfortable in
the palm use. Filled with advance technologies designed for outdoor operation -
submersible and shockproof!
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-8R 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-8R 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-8R displays their positions, heading directions, messages, distances,
icons (43 available), weather information, object etc. *APRS ® is a registered
trademark of Bob Bruninga WB4APR
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...
Bluetooth® Capabilities
The Bluetooth® capabilities widely know and utilized
among users and enthusiasts of the FTM-10R/SR, are also available with the
VX-8R. The optional Bluetooth® Unit BU-1 makes it possible to operate hands-free
with the optional water Bluetooth® headset BH-1 (stereo) or BH-2 (monaural).
Also enjoy your favorite FM broadcasts in stereo with the optional Bluetooth
stereo headset (BH-1) and earphone (FEP-1)!
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.
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.
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-8R 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.
Additional features
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Memory stations may be displayed to 16 digit Alpha-numeric tags - CW Training -
Emergency Automatic ID system - Emergency Strobe/Beep and Busy strobe LED
functions
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1x Yaesu VX-8R
1x SMA Dual Section Antenna
1x HF Antenna
Lithium Ion Battery Pack
FNB-101LI
1x Battery Charger NC-86C
1x Connector Unit
1x Belt
Clip
2x Screws
1x Plastic Cap
1x English
Operating Manual
1x Warranty
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