Yaesu VX-8DR Multi-Band Submersible VHF/UHF Amateur Radio Transceiver. Popular Accessories for the Yaesu VX-8DR. Quick Reference Guide for Yaesu VX-8DR. Yaesu VX-8DR Programming Software & USB Cable. Yaesu BU-2 Bluetooth Unit for Yaesu VX-8DR. Yaesu SDD-13 Car Charger for Yaesu VX-8DR. Yaesu FGPS-2 GPS Module for Yaesu VX-8DR. Yaesu VX-8DR FNB-102LI HI-CAP LI-ION Battery. Yaesu SBR-14LI HI-CAP Battery. Yaesu CD-41 Rapid Charge Cradle for Yaesu VX-8DR. Also Available with MARS/CAP Mod! Yaesu VX-8DR w/MARS-CAP Modification. Radio & Accessories Bundle 1. Radio & Accessories Bundle 2. Accessories Only Bundle 1. Accessories Only Bundle 2. VX-8DR – A Devoted APRS Users Version of the VX-8R Series. 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. Measures a mere 2.4″W x 3.7″H x 0.9D for comfortable in the palm use. Yet Easy to Operate. The large main dial and the four durable independent key buttons on the side permit easy operation… Even when wearing gloves! Poly-carbonate resin front panel with aluminum die-cast chassis – absolutely tougher than tough. 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. 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 SBR-14LI 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! 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). 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. 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. 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. 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. The Bluetooth® capabilities widely know and utilized among users and enthusiasts of our VX-8R, FTM-10R/SR and FTM-350AR 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 independent Amateur band receivers, listen to either the same or different bands simultaneously. 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. Memory stations may be displayed with 16 digit Alpha-numeric tags. Emergency Automatic ID system. Emergency Strobe/Beep and Busy strobe LED functions. GigaParts ships from multiple locations across the USA, so a portion of your order may come from two different warehouses. Modified radios do not qualify for direct replacement unless GigaParts performed the modification. Is a full service computer and amateur radio store. Our PC department stocks the latest components for upgrading your PC, building your own PC, or having us build one for you. Our Radio department features the latest products from manufacturers such as Alinco, Icom, Kenwood®, Yaesu, MFJ, Diamond, and many more. Whether you’re a DX’er looking for the latest HF rig or a soon-to-be-HAM looking for study materials and a two-meter handie talkie, we have what you need! We look forward to adding you to our long list of satisfied customers. You may also be interested in.. View more great items. The item “Yaesu VX-8DR Multi-Band Submersible VHF/UHF Amateur Radio Transceiver” is in sale since Monday, October 19, 2015. 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- MPN: VX-8DR
- Frequency Band(s): VHF
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
- Country of Manufacture: Japan
- Brand: Yaesu
- Supported Modes: FM