For me, with the regular vx 8r, i am just a casual users of aprs. Another of the great features is the 8 has independent volume control of. Its been a nice little radio except for an annoying issue with the audio. Yaesu vx8dr quadband submersible vhfuhf amateur radio. Nobody tells you this, and of course the software doesnt do this, but you will almost certainly need to install a special usb driver that you must download from rt. Yaesu vx8r, yaesu vx8dr amateur ht vx8r universal radio. Programming software for the vx8r worldwidedx radio forum. The radio connects to the software in clone mode and i know once you remove the resistor for the mod that the clone feature no longer works. The vx8rs small size allows you to take it anywhere. 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. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. Admsvx8 works with authentic versions of this radio worldwide including the vx8, vx8d, vx8r, vx8dr, vx8e and vx8de.
If you have a yaesu radio the yaesu vx8dr in my case and have purchased the yaesu cable the adms vx8 in my case to program your radio you may find some difficulties when it comes to using it with your mac. The vx8rs small size allows you to take it anywhere hiking, skiing, or while walking. The admsvx8 radio programming software is designed to. Although billed as a tripleband radio, the enhanced 222 mhz capability is useful and welcome, and essentially makes the vx8r a quadband radio for north americans. The vx8dr aprsgpsbluetooth handheld transceiver is an additional version of the vx8r 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. I currently have 937 frequencies programmed in my radio, and other than it being very time consuming, it couldnt have been easier. This is a small utility i wrote to test the interface cables used to program yaesu and icom radios it will not work with cables for other radios. The radio is designed to meet commercial grade standards in every aspect. How to sync chirp with a yaesu vx8dr ham radio using mac os. 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. The vx8dr aprsgpsbluetooth handheld transceiver is an additional. The problem is that it apparently has no com port assigned to it, and the software.
I just bought a vx3r and plan to buy his vx3r software as well. Maxton data rpcy1uf ftdi usb programming cable for yaesu ft10r ft40r ft50r ft60r ft250 vx110 vx410. The yaesu vx8r ht provides a full 5 watts fm on 50144430 mhz plus 1. Feb 28, 2010 the vx 8r 8dr is so tiny to begin with, i could absolutely deal with a slightly larger unit due to a larger battery. The admsvx8 radio programming software is designed to give you the ease and convenience of programming the memories and set menu options of your radio from your pc. Ftbvx8 is the version to use if you have a nonjapanese model vx8re or vx 8drde. Ive had my yaesu vx8r ht for about a year and a half now. This alignment maximizes the strengths of both names to best serve the marketplace. Ftbvx8 license and download the versions you want to use. The vx8r displays the received stations positions, heading directions, messages, distances, icons 43 kinds, weather information, object, etc.
Motorola solutions will combine the best of vertex standards portfolio with our industryleading twoway radio lineup on jan. I havent had a chance to try it on my vx8r that has the mod done yet so i will wait and see when i get home. How to sync chirp with a yaesu vx8dr ham radio using mac. Oct 11, 2017 yaesu vx 8dr tutorial guide on how to use memory channels including programming naming and deleting.
Rt systems programming software for the yaesu vx8 and vx. Still learning all the bells and whistles on this thing but so far i am impressed. The vx 8dr is a true quadband radio but yaesu advertises the unit as a tripleband cause you can only transmit 0. 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. With the vx8r, yaesu has significantly and credibly updated their topoftheline handheld. I just bought a vx 3r and plan to buy his vx 3r software as well. The usb programming cable for vx8e vx8r radio is available from us.
Admsvx8 programming software only for the yaesu vx8 and vx. I have the rt systems programming cable for the yaesu vx8r. I got the software cable to program it and have completed that this afternoon at least its done for now. If you have a yaesu radio the yaesu vx 8dr in my case and have purchased the yaesu cable the adms vx 8 in my case to program your radio you may find some difficulties when it comes to using it with your mac. I noticed that pushing down on the speaker improved the quality.
Both radios are great, im partial to the vx 8 because i do a lot with aprs, other than that the gps isnt good for much more. The vx8r is set up at the factory with different default steps for each operating band which are probably satisfactory for most operation. The same license works with all versions just buy the one ftbvx8 license and download the versions you want to use. You will also need to use the appropriate ftbxxx software for the target radio. Vx 8dr a devoted aprs users version of the vx 8r series. Use these screens to customize other set menu features of the radio. Usb programming cable for yaesu vertex walkie talkie vx8e vx. Admsvx8 programming software radio option setting screens common here is the rest of your radio.
Yaesu vx 5 r vx5 r vx5r programming interface schematics for yaesu vx5. View and download yaesu vx8re service manual online. Admsvx8 works with authentic versions of this radio worldwide including the vx 8, vx 8d, vx 8r, vx 8dr, vx 8e and vx 8de. It supports bluetooth handsfree operation with the optional bu1 and bh1 or bh2 accessories. The vx8r8dr is so tiny to begin with, i could absolutely deal with a slightly larger unit due to a larger battery. Im running the chirp on a dell netbook where the yaesu vx 8 software also lives, along with the kenwood tmd700 software. Much more than just memory channel programming with settings for other radio menu items. Click here for more information spreadsheet layout with many point and click options. Im running the chirp on a dell netbook where the yaesu vx8 software also lives, along with the kenwood tmd700 software. I got the softwarecable to program it and have completed that this afternoon at least its done for now. Vx3r software admsvx3 advanced data management system for the vx3. Vx8dr a devoted aprs users version of the vx8r series. Describe your experience with the yaesu vx8r and tell us why you give it the rating you did required.
Ftbvx8j is the version to use if you have a japanese model vx 8r or vx 8dr ftbvx8g is the version to use if you have a nonjapanese model vx 8grge ftbvx8gj is the version to use if you have a japanese model vx 8gr. 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. Vx 3r software admsvx3 advanced data management system for the vx 3. Listed under the radio equipmentvhfuhf handheldsyaesu vx8r category that is about yaesu vx7r resources. Download the japanese version ftbvx8j from here or this mirror site. G4hfq software ftbvx8, ftbvx8j and ftbvx8g details. Yaesu vx8dr tutorial guide on how to use memory channels including programming naming and deleting. Windows programming software cd and cable usb connection for yaesu vx8r and vx8dr. If you are a vendor and want to have your radio supported by chirp, please see informationforvendors. Admsvx8 programming software rt systems radio programming. Can someone help me get this info straight, and then i will edit this post to show the ways and outcomes. Page 31 the vx8rs frequency synthesizer provides the option of utilizing tuning steps of 5, 6. Sep 20, 2018 i have the rt systems programming cable for the yaesu vx 8r. Other useful information would include your experience with similar products, infomation on a product that you would purchase instead of this one, and so on.
Another of the great features is the 8 has independent volume control of both bands in dual listen mode. Windows or mac os pc programming software with usb to multipin radio connector. There is a line of ultracompact lowerpower dualband 2 m and 70 cm transceivers that started with the vx1r and was later updated with the vx2r and vx3r. All required activation keys will be emailed to you within 24 hours. 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. Good software, once youve dealt with windowss strangenesses to get it set up. Yaesu vx5 commander download yaesu vx5 eve for marscapextended tx modification download note.
Maxton data rpcy800uf ftdi usb programming cable for vertex standard vx530 vx600 vx6000 vx800 vx900 vx4000. Both radios are great, im partial to the vx8 because i do a lot with aprs, other than that the gps isnt good for much more. For me, with the regular vx8r, i am just a casual users of aprs. Describe your experience with the yaesu vx 8r and tell us why you give it the rating you did required. Maxton data rpcy7ruf ftdi usb programming cable for yaesu ft250r ft270r ft277r vx120 vx127 vx170 vx177 as ct91. Ive owned a vx 7, and currently own an og vx 8r with all the addons. The attractiveness of chirp is the ability to load the same set of frequencies into multiple radios without building completely new. Windows programming software cd and cable usb connection for yaesu vx 8r and vx 8dr. Nobody tells you this, and of course the software doesnt do this, but you will almost certainly need to install a special usb driver that you must download from rt systemss website to resolve the communications errors with the radio that the dialogs dont tell you are actually a failure to fully recognize the. Yaesu vx8r vx 8 r vx8r user and service manual, modifications. Yaesu admsvx8 windows based programming soft radioworld. The admsvx8 software helps you program memory channel and menu setting details of the yaesu vx 88dr radios. 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. Arduino code for buidling yaesu vx8r handheld transmittercompatible gps.
The admsvx8 software helps you program memory channel and menu setting details of the yaesu vx88dr radios. Any memory channel with all its details can be sent to the radio with a simple keystroke. 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. When pushing buttons, the audio sounded weaker and scratchy. The radio can monitor and display the temperature, pressure, altitude or any combination of these emergency strobebeep and busy strobe led functions note. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. I havent had a chance to try it on my vx 8r that has the mod done yet so i will wait and see when i get home. Yaesu vx5 r vx 5 r vx5r user and service manual, modifications. Ive owned a vx7, and currently own an og vx8r with all the addons. The vx8dr is a true quadband radio but yaesu advertises the unit as a tripleband cause you can only transmit 0. When i plug the cable into the computers usb port, it shows up in device manager under universal serial bus controllers as usb59 radio cable. Chirp programming software for your amateur radio maxton. Current list of vertexstandard radio programming files. Programming software with usb cable for vx8r vx8dr not.
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