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VX-8GR
Yaesu VX-8GR VHF UHF Dual Band FM Handheld Radio + GPS
YAESU 144/430 Dual Band Handheld Transceiver w/ Built-In GPS unit, Enhanced APRS features, 5W, Water spray resistant (IPX-5), Dual Receive, RX: 108~999MHz (Cell Blocked), Li-Ion (7.4V, 1100mAh), SMA
Key Features:
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Full 5 watts 14/430 MHz
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RX 108~999.90 MHz
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GPS unit included with radio!
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Water spray resitant -meet IPX-5: Protected against water jets -3 minutes from a distance of 3 meters.
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Small (2.4" x 3.7" x 1.1") w/o knob & antenna
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Simultaneous independent 2-signal dual receive function..
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Dot matrix LCD displays provides up to 16 character Memory tags, High Resolution Spectrum Analzyer with plus or minus 50 channels indication, Wave monitoring of received/modulated signal.
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DCS & CTCSS ENC/DEC included
Additional APRS Features of the VX-8GR:
- APRS 1200/9600 bps datea communication (B band only)
- Smart Beaconing Function: When using the 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 have increased from 40 to 50.
- The number of APRS Message memories have 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.
Description |
The Yaesu VX-8GR dual-bander only covers 2 meters and 440 MHz and receive coverage is 108-999 MHz (less cellular frequencies).
This version has a built-in GPS unit right out of the box! It is not Bluetooth capable. |
Type |
Handheld Amateur VHF/UHF Transceiver |
Frequency range RX
TX |
108-999 MHz (less cellular in the US)
144-148 / 430-440 MHz |
Modulations RX
TX |
AM / FM / W-FM
FM |
Frequency stability |
±5 ppm +14 °F to +122 °F (-10 °C to +50 °C) |
Tuning steps |
5 / 6.25 / 8.33 / 9 / 10 / 12.5 / 15 / 20 / 25 / 50 / 100 kHz |
Sensitivity |
0.16 µV for 12dB SINAD (144-148MHz, N-FM) 0.18 µV for 12dB SINAD (430-450 MHz N-FM) |
Selectivity |
12 kHz/35 kHz (N-FM) 200 kHz/300 kHz (W-FM) (±6dB/±60dB) |
Filters |
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Receiver system |
N-FM, AM: Double-conversion W-FM: Triple Conversion AM/FM-radio: Single Conversion |
IF-frequencies |
1st: 47.25 MHz (N-FM) [46.35 MHz Sub Band] / 45.8 MHz (W-FM) 2nd: 450 kHz (N-FM) / 10.7 MHz (W-FM) / 1 MHz (W-FM) |
Image rejection |
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Aerial |
50 Ω, SMA |
RF-output |
1.5 / 5 W |
Audio output |
200 mW @ 8 Ohms for 10% THD (@ 7.4 V DC) |
Memories |
1267 channels in 24 banks |
Power requirements |
7.4V DC (1100 mAh Lithium Ion pack) 3R6/AA dry cell case option. |
Current drain RX
TX |
200 mA max
1.9 A max |
Manufactured |
Between 2008 and 201x in ? |
Dimensions |
60 × 95 × 24 mm (2.36 × 3.74 × 0.95 in) without knob and antenna |
Weight |
240 gr (8.5 oz) |
Features |
Alpha tags Barometric sensor GPS built-in No bluetooth Built-in packet modem 1200/9600bd with APRS support CTCSS/DCS Repeater shift: ±600 kHz (144 MHz) / ±1.6/5.0/7.6 MHz (430 MHz) Spectrum display Twin RX. Waterproof/submersible (IPX57) Weather alert |
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- 1x Yaesu VX-8GR GPS Handheld Radio ( Version : EXP)
- 1x YHA-72 Antenna
- 1x Li-ion 7.4V 1100Mah 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 Card
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