Use these screens to customize other set menu features of the radio. Vx model is an optional module that integrates into vxelements and bypasses third party software design professionals do not have to learn and use those anymore. Both modifications obtain the same result, except that the software modification will be disabled if the radio is hardreset. Check boxes toggle features on or off, drop down menus list all selections and blank boxes for personalized entry add to the ease of setting up your radio exactly like you want it. Rt systems programming software for the yaesu vx8 and vx8dr windows version requires microsoft windows 7, windows 88. Vx model acts as an integrated link, including all of the necessary tools to prepare 3d scan files for cad solutions or 3d printers in a single intuitive, userfriendly application. Memory definitions can also be imported from travelplus for repeaters using.
Yaesu original vx 6r 144430 mhzwith marscap modification transmit to 7174 mhz, 220230, 420469 mhz dualband heavy duty submersible amateur transceiver 220 mhz capable only 1. The attractiveness of chirp is the ability to load the same set of frequencies into multiple radios without building completely new files for each radio and its related program. Yaesu vx8r dr gr comparison chart worldwidedx radio. A recent addition to the g4ilo shack is a new yaesu vx8g hand held transceiver. New yaesu q7000614aq7000614 lcd module for vx8r vx8e. The attractiveness of chirp is the ability to load the same set of frequencies into multiple radios without building completely new.
Vx8dr a devoted aprs users version of the vx8r series. Admsvx8 programming software only for the yaesu vx8 and. There is an optional barometric module, su1, that provides both barometric. Ftbvx8, ftbvx8j and ftbvx8g details g4hfq software. Im running the chirp on a dell netbook where the yaesu vx 8 software also lives, along with the kenwood tmd700 software.
Diy gps module for yaesu vx8drvx8de handheld transceiver. As some are aware, the vx8r is indeed a firmware software based radio. Because the radio uses softwarebased jumpers, it is not necessary to open the. The vx8rs small size allows you to take it anywhere. The vx8drde will initially be operating in the vfo mode, as just described. The yaesu vx8r ht for amateur radio vhfuhf bands has a builtin aprs automatic position reporting system tnc terminal node controller to operate as an aprs beacon transmitter and receiver. Arduino as an sdr setting up the arduino due to run as an sdr software defined radio. Airband is am, and no mod will make this radio tx in am. G4hfq software ftbvx8, ftbvx8j and ftbvx8g details. Buy now ftbvx8 is the version to use if you have a nonjapanese model vx8re or vx8drde ftbvx8j is the. The program runs on a standard pc that has an available com port for. The 8 series vx8dr, vx8gr and vx8r are the top of the yaesu hand held range. The vx8r and vx8dr both use a moistureproof multipin screwon. Do you have any tricks, modifications or constructions for homebrewed equipment that are not on mods.
Here is a pic of the yaesu vx8r with the optional gps and mounting bracket cm6 attached to the radio. The optional fgps2 unit is required automatically display your station information. The vx7r is capable of being programmed with the open source chirp software. To add position and velocity gps information to the transmitted packet, an external proprietary gps module must be purchased from yaesu and connected to ht. Access the worldwide standard aprs system to exchange your positions and messages. The only way to get firmware out of the radio is from the contact points provided, serial data. It is a separate purchase item as well as the headset. Since the thing works with bluetooth, that means that any bluetooth headset should in theory work with the vx 8r and the bu1. There is the vx8gr that actually has the gps receiver built in. The vx8dr has the same appearance as the vx8r and uses the very same accessories.
As a bonus, these usaversion radios also operate on. Three basic frequency navigation methods are available on the vx8drde. The yaesu vx8r is a discontinued handheld transceiver for use on the amateur radio bands. The main category is yaesu vx7r resources that is about yaesu vx8r vhf. 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. I found the following vx 8 comparison chart at universal radio and that was helpful.
The yaesu vx series is a line of two sequences of compact amateur radio handheld. Like the vx7r, the vx8r is submersible and meets ipx57 specifications 3 feet for minimum of 30 minutes. Click here to write a new message or comment for ft950 note that the message is not related to any article click here to see the article list for ft950. The yaesu vx8r ht provides 5 watts fm on 50144430 mhz and 1. Page 31 the vx8rs frequency synthesizer provides the option of utilizing tuning steps of 5, 6. There is also an optional gps unit and antenna with loads of features. Vxmodel provides the simplest and fastest path from 3d scans to your. The yaesu fgps2 is a gps module specifically designed for the vx8r and vx8dr. The software modification can be made with the vx commander software through a data interface cable.
I definitely want to use it for aprs when traveling, and while the gr has the integral gps, which would in some ways be ideal, i just dont want to give up all of these features. This unit can be interfaced with the vx8r or vx8dr by attaching it to the mh74a7a speaker mic or attaching it through the ct6 adapter. This is the optional gps module for select yaesu vertex transceivers. The main category is ham radio arduino projects that is. Click here to write a new message or comment for vx8r note that the message is not related to any article click here to see the article list for vx8r. It has the bu2 bluetooth module installed for connecting wirelessly to bluetooth headsets. The radio is designed to operate in extreme conditions. Gps module for yaesu vx8drde handheld transceivers with ublox neo6m chip and arduino nano by dmitry melnichansky 4z7dtf 4x5dm since june 2016 4x1md since july 24. Rtsystems admsvx8 programming software with usb cable for vx8r vx8dr not for vx8gr. New ftdi cable purchased through chirp reference link to kawa mall usb programming cable for yaesu vx8dr vx8r vx8 driver shows up as. Okay, to install the bluetooth module, first you need to shell out an arm or a. The yaesu vx8r and its successors have the capability to utilize a bluetooth bt headset. Today i decided to crack open the optional gps module fgps2 for the vx8r to see what was in there. 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.
Vx8r with optional gps module installed the yaesu vx8r is a discontinued handheld transceiver for use on the amateur radio bands. Yaesu vx8r vx 8 r vx8r service manual and specs yaesu vx8dr vx 8 dr vx8dr service manual and specs yaesu vx8gr vx 8 gr vx8gr service manual and specs yaesu ft252 ft 252 ft252 service manual and specs yaesu ft257 ft 257 ft257 service manual and specs yaesu ft250r ft 250 r ft250r service manual and specs. Ive spent some time looking at the vx8 series of radios and i think ive decided to go with the vx8dr. I have a very lightly used, yaesu vx8r upgraded to dr configuration by yaesu. When you purchase the transceiver it does not come equipped with the bluetooth circuit. This is a frequency step system which allows free tuning throughout the currentlyselected operating band. 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.
Ive spent some time looking at the vx 8 series of radios and i think ive decided to go with the vx 8dr. Yaesu gives you spare stickers in the box, to replace the one you pulled off. Update 201404 david fannin built on this work and came up with some arduino code that interfaces between the vx8dr and a ublox gps module. Speaker mic for vx8r and vx8dr gps module connectable. The yaesu vx8r ht provides a full 5 watts fm on 50144430 mhz plus 1. The vx8r supports 1200 9600bps aprs data communications b band only. Diy gps module for yaesu vx8drvx8de resource detail. Vxmodel is a posttreatment software that directly integrates into vxelements, and enables finalizing 3d scan data to use directly in any 3d printing or cad software. Please let me know if you would like an in depth video of the vx8de and its features. The mod will get you most of the 2m70cm lmrs band, the marine vhf band, frs and gmrs. Admsvx8 works with authentic versions of this radio worldwide including the vx8, vx8d, vx8r, vx8dr, vx8e and vx8de. About diy gps module for yaesu vx8drvx8de the resource is currently listed in in 2 categories. If you are looking for a solid reliable triband radio with aprs capabilities, i have a great package for you.
Ill put 5 stars because its probably just a personal problem but for my vx8dr i bought v4. The vx8r is a dual receive fourthband fm transceiver with extensive receive frequency coverage, providing leadingedge features for vhf and uhf twoway amateur communications along with unmatched monitoring capability. I got the softwarecable to program it and have completed that this afternoon at least its done for now. Yaesu vx 8dr radio transceiver for sale online ebay. Contrary to what anyone may say, you do not need to buy a yaesu bluetooth headset to pair the radio.
If you prefer to be anonymous write it in the message. About yaesu vx8r modification the resource is currently listed in in a single category. For some radios such as yaesu, the rt systems cable and software are sold. The vx8r is set up at the factory with different default steps for each operating band which are probably satisfactory for most operation. Gps module for yaesu vx8r and vx8dr requires ct6 or mh74a7a. Antenna analyzer with arduino hf antenna analyzer with arduino. If you are considering adding the bluetooth module, now is a really good time to do this. There are two very small screws on the back of the gps unit that allow you to crack it open. Vx2, vx5, vx6, vx7 using the commander range of software by jim mitchell, kc8unj. Congratulations, you installed the module correctly. The admsvx8 software helps you program memory channel and menu setting details of the yaesu vx88dr radios.
I found the following vx8 comparison chart at universal radio and that was helpful. The vx8dr supports 1200 9600bps aprs data communications b band only. The yaesu vx8gr is the newest member of the proud vx8 family. Strong performance specifications are combined with intuitive. Diy gps module for yaesu vx8drvx8de resource detail the. 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. Longtime followers of my blog may recall that less than a year ago i bought a yaesu vx8e aprs transceiver. Admsvx8 programming software radio option setting screens common here is the rest of your radio.
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