I downloaded the driver and installed it on my windows 10 pc. Yaesu vx 8r semiconductor parts list download vx 8r semiconductor parts list pdf address parts code device name description rfunit d1001 g2071066. Jan 02, 2015 recently my wife got me a new ht, the quad band yaesu vx8dr. Yaesu vx8dr squelch receiver problems defective vfo b. The vx 8r s small size allows you to take it anywhere hiking, skiing, or while walking. The main category is yaesu vx 7r resources that is about yaesu vx 8r vhf uhf handheld transceiver. The yaesu vx 8gr is the newest member of the proud vx 8 family.
Valley enterprises yaesu usb ftdi radio programming cable vx 8r and vx 8dr. Because the radio uses softwarebased jumpers, it is not necessary to open the radio. Yaesu vx 5 commander download yaesu vx 5 eve for marscapextended tx modification download note. This version has a builtin gps unit right out of the box. Chirp programming software for your amateur radio maxton data. Do you have any tricks, modifications or constructions for homebrewed equipment that are not on mods. Ive been using chirp and a sundely cable for programming. 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. The yaesu vx 8r ht provides a full 5 watts fm on 50144430 mhz plus 1. Two of the big names in radio programming are chirp and rt systems. Yaesu vx 8dr tutorial guide on how to use memory channels including programming naming and. Bluetooth handsfree operation with gps aprs and real rfdual wideband receive the next generation amateur. The same license works with all versions just buy the one ftbvx8 license and download the versions you want to use. Programming the yaesu vx8dr on macos, with the help of.
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. If you prefer to be anonymous write it in the message. The vx 8gr dualbander only covers 2 meters and 440 mhz and receive coverage is 108999 mhz less cellular frequencies. While the media in which the software is stored is possessed by the user, the ownership for the software itself shall be reserved for jvc kenwood corporation.
Use these screens to customize other set menu features of the radio. Bluetooth handsfree operation with gpsaprs and real rfdual wideband receive the next generation amateur. The software that comes with it only runs on windows so dont bother opening the disk. I have collected a few downloadable programs i personally use for my radios. Sep 20, 2018 i have the rt systems programming cable for the yaesu vx 8r. English cestina dansk deutsch english australia espanol francais italiano magyar nederlands norsk polski portugues brasil portugues portugal romana slovencina slovenscina suomi svenska turkce. The problem is that it apparently has no com port assigned to it, and the software. View and download yaesu vx 8re service manual online. Good software, once youve dealt with windowss strangenesses to get it set up.
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. Strong performance specifications are combined with intuitive operation. 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. The attractiveness of chirp is the ability to load the same set of frequencies into multiple radios without building completely new. Describe your experience with the g4hfq radio programming software for yaesu and tell us why you give it the rating you did required.
Rt systems makes commercial programming kits which include both software and a radiospecific cable. 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. How to sync chirp with a yaesu vx8dr ham radio using mac. Operating manual general description the vx 8r 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. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface. Any memory channel with all its details can be sent to the radio with a simple keystroke. Admsvx8 programming software radio option setting screens common here is the rest of your radio. Chirp programming software for your amateur radio maxton. 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. 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. About yaesu vx 8r modification the resource is currently listed in in a single category. 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. Yaesu vx8dr 5w quadband aprs handheld amateur transceiver.
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. 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. Vx 3r software admsvx3 advanced data management system for the vx 3. Motorola solutions will combine the best of vertex standards portfolio with our industryleading twoway radio lineup on jan. The yaesu vx8r ht provides a full 5 watts fm on 50144430 mhz plus 1. Admsvx8 works with authentic versions of this radio worldwide including the vx 8, vx 8d, vx 8r, vx 8dr, vx 8e and vx 8de. The admsvx8 software helps you program memory channel and menu setting details of the yaesu vx 88dr radios.
Discussion in yaesu started by tlordon, aug 3, 2010. Windows or mac os pc programming software with usb to multipin radio connector. The vx 8r has a completely independant amfm broadcast receiver and an internal bar antenna for better am broadcast broadcast reception. The cable is wellmade and it arrived with a note see photo mentioning to download the ftdi vcp usb software. 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. Ftbvx8, ftbvx8j and ftbvx8g details g4hfq software. Oct 11, 2017 yaesu vx 8dr tutorial guide on how to use memory channels including programming naming and deleting. Instead, head over the chirp site and download the.
Yaesu vr120 programming software vr120 commander version 0. 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. The compact case combines a rugged diecast chassis with the clean, tough polycarbonate resin front panel. Vx 8dr a devoted aprs users version of the vx 8r series. The yaesu vx8r is a discontinued handheld transceiver for use on the amateur radio bands. Programming the yaesu vx8dr on macos, with the help of chirp. Admsvx8 programming software only for the yaesu vx 8 and vx 8d. It supports bluetooth handsfree operation with the optional bu1 and bh1 or bh2 accessories. For software and drivers, select your product from the list below. The yaesu vx 8r 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 yaesu vx series is a line of two sequences of compact amateur radio handheld transceivers produced by yaesu. Rt systems programming software for the yaesu vx 8 and vx 8dr. The only concern i have is for the radios that have had the mod done.
The 8 series vx 8dr, vx 8gr and vx 8r are the top of the yaesu hand held range. The quadband yaesu vx 8dr is a nifty little radio, but. How to get chirp and the cable working on a mac computer osx 10. Programming the yaesu vx 8dr on macos, with the help of chirp and valley enterprises in a word, easy. Ftbvx8 is the version to use if you have a nonjapanese model vx8re or vx8drde. The vx8rs small size allows you to take it anywhere hiking, skiing, or while walking. From what other forum members have said, the software mod only works on the eu version. 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. View and download yaesu vx 8dr operating manual online.
Listen to fm broadcast in stereo with your stereo headsetearphone. Yaesu vx 8dr tutorial guide on how to use memory channels including programming naming and deleting. First i needed to install the drivers, they came on a mini cd, you can also download. For me, with the regular vx 8r, i am just a casual users of aprs. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. The vx8dr aprsgpsbluetooth handheld transceiver is an additional version of the vx8r that includes not only its solid features and specifications but. There is the vx 8gr that actually has the gps receiver built in. 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. G4hfq software ftbvx8, ftbvx8j and ftbvx8g details.
If the cable wont pass this test, then it definitely wont work with any of the commander software. It can be a pain sometimes googling and jumping through hoops in finding software or utilities that should already be shipped with our gears ie. The yaesu vx series is a line of two sequences of compact amateur radio handheld. Rt systems admsvx8 programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the. Any memory channel with all its details can be sent to. Builtin barometric pressure and temperature sensor. Arduino code for buidling yaesu vx 8r handheld transmittercompatible gps. The vx 8r supports 12009600bps aprs data communications b band only. Let me know if theres any tool you recommend to be added to. Access the worldwide standard aprs system to exchange your positions and messages. Using the yaesu vx8 cable on mac os x fat of the lan. 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. Valley enterprises yaesu usb ftdi radio programming cable.
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