Page 31 the vx8rs frequency synthesizer provides the option of utilizing tuning steps of 5, 6. 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. Vx 2, vx 5, vx 6, vx 7 using the commander range of software by jim mitchell, kc8unj. The only concern i have is for the radios that have had the mod done. If you prefer to be anonymous write it in the message. As a bonus, these usaversion radios also operate on 222225 mhz with 1. The link i posted allows the vx8r to now become a vx8dr, which will be available 122909. Maybe my usb59 cable has a problem, i only bought one of those. Valley enterprises yaesu usb ftdi radio programming cable vx8r and vx8dr. I bought mine 3 years ago and have never been disappointed.
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. Memory definitions can also be imported from travelplus for repeaters using. 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 vx 8r, vx 8gr and current vx 8dr come with the sma antenna, fnb101li lithium ion battery pack 7. One of these days, ill get my notes off of my private wiki and move them into a public wiki. I got the softwarecable to program it and have completed that this afternoon at least its done for now. 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.
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. Programming software with usb cable for vx8r vx8dr not. The software is pretty easy to use and lets you set up your radio in a fraction of time. About yaesu vx8r modification the resource is currently listed in in a single category. Dec 08, 2009 i do consider it a shame that one cant update the vx8r to the vx8dr without sending it in. The admsvx8 software helps you program memory channel and menu setting details of the yaesu vx88dr radios. The number of digipath route settings has increased from 1 to 7. It is clearly a uv5r inside as you can see from the screen layout in the image below.
Discussion in yaesu started by tlordon, aug 3, 2010. Yaesu vx8dr 6m2m70cm heavyduty fm aprs hts are fully aprsgpsbluetooth capable handheld transceivers. The slow charger should only be used for receive, because it is not capable of supplying sufficient current to support transmit. Programming software for the vx8r worldwidedx radio forum.
Vx8dr a devoted aprs users version of the vx8r series. Even after several sessions of rtfm, one can still be lost. A bluetooth alternative for the vx8gr, there are mics that go with a plug in earphone. The vx8r is set up at the factory with different default steps for each operating band which are probably satisfactory for most operation. 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. Sundely usb programming cable for yaesuvertex radio vx8dr vx8r vx 8 vx8e. How to sync chirp with a yaesu vx8dr ham radio using mac. The vx8r is set up at the factory with different default steps for each operating band which. This link is listed in our web site directory since thursday aug 27 2009, and till today yaesu vx 8r modification has been followed for a total of 5215 times.
This was verified at yaesu using a frequency counter. Valley enterprises yaesu usb ftdi radio programming cable. Also, i have not been able to import any frequencies from either of the two webbased sources for repeater information into chirp. 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. The admsvx8 software helps you program memory channel and menu setting details of the yaesu vx 8 8dr radios. Ftbvx8 is the version to use if you have a nonjapanese model vx8re or vx8drde. This item only works on the vx 8dr, this will not work on the vx 8gr. The yaesu vx 8dr was an aprs enhanced version of the popular vx8r.
The yaesu vx8r ht provides a full 5 watts fm on 50144430 mhz plus 1. Besides 50, 144, 225mhz and 430 mhz transceive operation, the vx8r provides receive coverage of the am mf and fm broadcast bands, hf shortwave bands. The main category is aprs software that is about aprs software for ham radio. So for those deciding between a vx8dr and a vx8gr, do you really need bluetooth, 6 meters, and a weak hf short wave scan capabilities. I doubt the vx8r upgrade will be free someday since yaesu is charging 60 bucks. Yaesu vx8drde aprs beacons map resource detail the. The admsvx8 software helps you program memory channel and menu setting details of the yaesu vx8 8dr radios.
Usb programming cable for yaesu vertex vx 8r vx8r vx 8e radio. I also needed python runtime for the chirp software to work that was. 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. The 8 series vx 8dr, vx 8gr and vx 8r are the top of the yaesu hand held range. The main category is yaesu vx7r resources that is about yaesu vx8r vhf uhf handheld transceiver. Admsvx8 programming software memory types skip memories these frequencies are skipped during vfo scanning. There is the vx8gr that actually has the gps receiver built in. Yaesu vx8dr an upgraded version of the vx8r amateur. Ill put 5 stars because its probably just a personal problem but for my vx8dr i bought v4. Do you have any tricks, modifications or constructions for homebrewed equipment that are not on mods. 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. 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. Correct me if im wrong, but aircraft radio systems are all still am, and the vx 8dr only transmits fm outside of the 6 meter band. If one already has the vx8r programming cable and software from rt systems i would think an upgrade installer could be developed that would update the radio.
G4hfq software ftbvx8, ftbvx8j and ftbvx8g details. Im running the chirp on a dell netbook where the yaesu vx8 software also lives, along with the kenwood tmd700 software. Admsvx8 works with authentic versions of this radio worldwide including the vx 8, vx 8d, vx 8r, vx 8dr, vx 8e and vx 8de. Also, i seen allot of demos on the web that show how to use the cloning software on the vx8r, does anyone know if there is a software for the vx8dr. Somehow behind the scenes, the radio when it transmits, is off frequency. Yaesu vx8dr tutorial guide on how to use memory channels including programming naming and deleting. The quadband yaesu vx8dr is a nifty little radio, but in many respects it also suffers from feature overload. Thanks to all who have contributed to this listing. The vx8rs small size allows you to take it anywhere hiking, skiing, or while walking around town, and its operating flexibility brings the user many avenues of operating enjoyment. Makes me wonder if yaesu isnt tweaking something else under the hood, like adjusting heat andor speaker issues. Here is some of what ive learned about the yaesu vx8dr radio, its serial interface and the programming software that is available for it. First i needed to install the drivers, they came on a mini cd, you can also download. Program the same details for limit memories as for regular memory. 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.
I use a freeware program called chirp with my mac and it seems to work fairly well, though there are also other software out there too. The cable is wellmade and it arrived with a note see photo mentioning to download the ftdi vcp usb software driver from the valley enterprises website. Using rtsystems software to program the repeater, or using the radio. The number of aprs message memories has increased from 20 to 30. Yaesu vertex handheld radio this is usb program cable for yaesu radios. The 8 series vx8dr, vx8gr and vx8r are the top of the yaesu hand held range. The yaesu vx8dr was an aprs enhanced version of the popular vx8r. There is the vx 8gr that actually has the gps receiver built in.
Still learning all the bells and whistles on this thing but so far i am impressed. This item only works on the vx8dr, this will not work on. The program runs on a standard pc that has an available com port for connection to the transceiver. The vx8rs small size allows you to take it anywhere hiking, skiing, or while walking. The vx 8r has been replaced by the discontinued vx 8dr. Vx8dr a devoted aprs users version of the vx8r series 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. Jan 02, 2015 this is the driver that worked for my cable, and works for other generic cables. 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.
Find great deals on ebay for yaesu vx8r and yaesu vx8dr. Unfortunately for apple users, most prepackaged programming utilities i. You can try the program for 2 weeks to check that it works on your equipment but you cannot write to the radio until it is registered. About yaesu vx 8drde aprs beacons map the resource is currently listed in in 2 categories. 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. 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. Programming the yaesu vx8dr on macos, with the help of. 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. There is also an optional gps unit and antenna with loads of features. Vx8drde operating manual 1 the ultra compact vx8drde 2. Yaesu vx8dr 6m2m70cm heavyduty fm aprs hts vx8dr free. The vx8r has been replaced by the discontinued vx8dr. Ive been using chirp and a sundely cable for programming. Usb programming cable for yaesu vertex vx8r vx8r vx8e.
Im running the chirp on a dell netbook where the yaesu vx 8 software also lives, along with the kenwood tmd700 software. Admsvx8 works with authentic versions of this radio worldwide including the vx8, vx8d, vx8r, vx8dr, vx8e and vx8de. These channels can be used for additional regular memory storage if you dont use vfo scanning. Rt systems programming software for the yaesu vx8 and vx8dr windows version requires microsoft windows 7, windows 88. Valley enterprises yaesu usb ftdi radio programming cable vx. Windows or mac os pc programming software with usb to multipin radio connector. That and radios that are built for the amateur service are rarely acceptable for use anywhere outside the amateur service. Thats the problem, it is bang on, it shows up correctly on the chirp software and on the vx 8dr itself. Oct 11, 2017 yaesu vx 8dr tutorial guide on how to use memory channels including programming naming and deleting. Listed under the softwareaprs category that is about aprs software. Were i work pilots sometimes call on the radio requesting metar data but for the us version you basically have to rip the radio in half and.
Yaesu vr120 programming software vr120 commander version 0. There are also a few non rigrelated references, see left below. This is a collection of programming helps also known as cheat sheets for many common amateur radios. It supports the vx8r so i suspect it will support the vx8dr as well. Owners of existing yaesu vx8rs will be able to convert them to add the new features of the vx8dr. The vx8r, vx8gr and current vx8dr come with the sma antenna, fnb101li lithium ion battery pack 7.
The vx8r8dr is so tiny to begin with, i could absolutely deal with a slightly larger unit due to a larger battery. Limit memories limit memories are used by the radio for program scan. Programming via computer, please enter stage left on queue. Yaesu vx1 programming software two versions in this zip, one for windows and the other dos. It claims to be submersible but that is definitely not true. Recently my wife got me a new ht, the quad band yaesu vx8dr. This link is listed in our web site directory since sunday nov 2016, and till today yaesu vx 8drde aprs beacons map has been followed for a total of 361 times. This will save you so much time and effort in programing your radio. Yaesu vx 8dr radio transceiver for sale online ebay. Although this is a blatant copy of the yaseu vx8r, i do rather like it and think ill get one in the coming weeks to test out. 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. How to get chirp and the cable working on a mac computer osx 10. The vx8r software will ask to automatically update when you first install it and the update includes the 8dr functionallity.
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