The vx2r was an ultracompact amateur radio transceiver produced by yaesu between 2003 and 2007 the vx2r is known as the vx2e in european markets. If yaesu has decided to stop making this ht are they planning on replacing it. They are an evolution of the vx8r series that includes not only the solid features and specifications of the vx8r but also new expanded aprs capabilities. The vx8dr has the same appearance as the vx8r and uses the very same accessories the yaesu vx8r ht provides a full 5 watts fm on 50144430 mhz plus 1. Admsvx 8g, programing software cd with usb82 computer cable usb to 2. The main differences im picking up on are the ft60 is dual band, while the vx8dr is triband, and also submersible in water for a certain amount of time.
K2fr doing a video on programing your yaesu vx8r with the software and cable. Ill put 5 stars because its probably just a personal problem but for my vx 8dr i bought v4. I forgot to mention that the vx8dr would probably be a better transceiver if youre wanting to interface with a computer for data operations. Like that it has gps built in vs a module with bracket on 8dr. I was browsing a couple sites and i noticed on one of the retailers they listed the vx8dr as discontinued. This version has a builtin gps unit right out of the box. Yaesu vx 8dr radio transceiver for sale online ebay. I forgot to mention that the vx8dr would probably be a. Page 31 the vx8drs frequency synthesizer provides the option of utilizing tuning steps of 5, 6. Is the yaesu vx8dr worth the extra money over the ft60. The vx 8dr aprsgpsbluetooth 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.
Vx8dr allinone triband 50144430 mhz transceiver bluetooth for hands free. The vx8drde is set up at the factory with different default steps for each operating band which are probably satis. My only real objection to the thf6a is that its so small. It supports bluetooth handsfree operation with the optional bu1 and bh1 or bh2 accessories. Yaesu usb ftdi radio programming cable vx8r and vx8dr. The yaesu vx1r was superseded by the vx2r and is the model that preceded the yaesu vx3r feature overview. It has 2 vfos for dual receive, automatic repeater shift, and a bunch more. The thf6a does seem to be a bit more rugged than the vx8gr and i suspect that that comparison also applies to the vx6r. Waterproofsubmersible ipx7 rated3ft for 30 minutes optional. The receiver doesnt extend down to the broadcast radio bands, and there is no 222 band transmit, although you can receive it. Vx8gr a devoted aprs user dual band version of the vx8r series of handheld. The vx8dr is one of the latest yaesu hand helds and has aprs functionality built in, although you need to purchase the fgps2 unit for it to actually receive the gps signal.
Then yaesu announced vx8d and i thought the vx8d was going to be the one. Key additonal aprs features of the vx8dr compared to our vx8r include. The yaesu vx8gr is the newest member of the proud vx8 family. Rtsystems admsvx8 programming software with usb cable for vx8r vx8dr not for vx8gr. A recent addition to the g4ilo shack is a new yaesu vx8g hand held transceiver. Ftbvx8 is the version to use if you have a nonjapanese model vx8re or vx8drde ftbvx8j is the version to use if you have a japanese model vx8r or vx8dr ftbvx8g is the version to use if you have a nonjapanese model vx8grge ftbvx8gj is the version to use if you have a japanese model vx8gr. The vx8gr includes most of of the solid features and specifications found in the vx 8dr, plus a built in gps and new expanded aprs capabilities to meet the needs of even the most active aprs user. New ftdi cable purchased through chirp reference link to kawa mall usb programming cable for yaesu vx8dr vx8r vx8 driver shows up as.
The 8 series vx8dr, vx8gr and vx8r are the top of the yaesu hand held range. In case you are thinking that i need professional help over my addiction to hand held radios you may be right however a week or so ago i received an email from someone who has a collection of 150. Admsvx8 programming software only for the yaesu vx8 and. There is the vx 8gr that actually has the gps receiver built in. This link is listed in our web site directory since thursday aug 27 2009, and till today yaesu vx8r modification has been followed for a total of 5215 times.
Unfollow yaesu vx8r to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The vx 8dr has the same appearance as the vx 8r and uses the very same accessories. But for compact aprs field work, the 8g is the better. I also needed python runtime for the chirp software to work that was. The main category is yaesu vx7r resources that is about yaesu vx8r vhf uhf handheld transceiver. Allows use of compatible optional bluetooth headsets. Strong performance specifications are combined with intuitive operation. The vx8r, vx8gr and current vx8dr come with the sma antenna, fnb101li lithium ion battery pack 7. I have been using this radio for nearly a year and love all of its vast features. The vx 8dr has the same appearance as the vx 8r and uses the very same accessories the yaesu vx 8r ht provides a full 5 watts fm on 50144430 mhz plus 1. Easy to program and also use it in car with antenna. If the vx6r is similar, the thf6a will beat it hands down. Gps txd and gps rxd connect to the same pins on the microcontroller as the vx8dr.
On the other hand, i curse the guy who developed yaesus user interface on the vx8gr. The vx8gr dualbander only covers 2 meters and 440 mhz and receive coverage is 108999 mhz less cellular frequencies. Dvanced peration the vx8drdes frequency synthesizer provides the option of utilizing tuning steps of 5, 6. Yaesu vx2 commander download pdf user manual for yaesu vx2 r vx 2 r vx2r. Ftbvx8j is the version to use if you have a japanese model vx8r or vx8dr ftbvx8g is the version to use if you have a nonjapanese model vx8grge. Once you have your rig programmed with the proper frequency, you will control the node with dtmf touch tone commands sent from your vx8s keypad. Hey guys, im looking to buy my first handheld and people have suggested the ft60 and its bigger, better equipped brother, the vx8dr. The slow charger should only be used for receive, because it is not capable of supplying sufficient current to support transmit. Vx8dr allinone triband 50144430 mhz transceiver bluetooth for handsfree operation with optional accessories. Yaesu yaesu vx8dr dualband radio, dual standby dual.
Note that were both recommending the vx8dr over the vx8gr. 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. Yaesu radio programming software yaesu radio software. There is also an optional gps unit and antenna with loads of features. Ftbvx8, ftbvx8j and ftbvx8g details g4hfq software. There is the vx8gr that actually has the gps receiver built in. G4hfq software ftbvx8, ftbvx8j and ftbvx8g details. The nc86b should only be used for receive, because it is not capable of supplying sufficient current to support transmit. My wife and i each own and use the vx 8dr and they have been without problems not even issues since new. Admsvx8g software program memories and other settings of the vx 8g radio. About yaesu vx8r modification the resource is currently listed in in a single category. Vx8dr a devoted aprs users version of the vx8r series. Yaesu vx2 r vx 2 r vx2r programming interface schematics for yaesu vx2 r vx 2 r vx2r.
The vx 8dr is one of the latest yaesu hand helds and has aprs functionality built in, although you need to purchase the fgps2 unit for it to actually receive the gps signal. The vx8r, vx8dr and vx8gr come with the sma antenna, fnb101li lithium ion battery pack 7. Yaesu vx8gr, yaesu vx8gr amateur ht universal radio. Perhaps it is actually not a simple software upgrade. Fyi, silicon labs just released a new driver jan 26, 2016. Longtime followers of my blog may recall that less than a year ago i bought a yaesu vx8e aprs transceiver. The yaesu vx6r is a multiband heavy duty submersible transceiver with extensive receive frequency coverage, providing localarea twoway amateur communications along with unmatched monitoring capability the vx6rs small size allows you to take it anywhere hiking, skiing, or while walking around town and its operating flexibility. As a bonus, these usaversion radios also operate on 222225 mhz with 1.
Its frequency range is far greater than most other hts and is a tough little radio. Windows version requires microsoft windows 7, windows 88. The gps unit sits in the place where the vx8drs microphonegps connector is, and its internal connector feeds into the cntl board on the vx8gr labeled j2006. Vx8g radio programming software yaesu radio software. For some stalwart yaesu ht fans the ft60r will give a poor first impression as too chinese, sacrificing some of the older brothers rounded feature styling and small illuminated keys for more baofenglike sharp angles and larger unlighted keys. This item only works on the vx8dr, this will not work on the vx8gr. But ive heard that 6m is not that easily worked on the vx8. The vx8dr is set up at the factory with different default steps for each operating band which are probably satisfac tory for most operation. See more ideas about ham radio, ham radio antenna and hf radio. We picked up a new ft65r at ham radio outlet, denver, in march 2017 and put it through the paces. While easy to program by hand, the task is much easier using a pc. The vx 8gr has built in gps and aprs programming, which can be very handy if you use it.
The yaesu driver update above indicates that usb port drivers are available for mac os 10 systems. The vx8dr has the same appearance as the vx8r and uses the very same accessories. Vx8gr a lower cost vu aprs handheld by the builtin worldwide standard. Yidato new usb programming cable for yaesu vx8dr vx8r vx8. Maybe my usb59 cable has a problem, i only bought one of those. See more ideas about ham radio, yaesu radio and silverado accessories. Consult your manual for the specific steps to send dtmf, then send the commands specified by the node operator to bring the link up and dial up a remote node. The vx 8r, vx 8gr and current vx 8dr come with the sma antenna, fnb101li lithium ion battery pack 7.
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