The only concern i have is for the radios that have had the mod done. G4hfq software ftbvx8, ftbvx8j and ftbvx8g details. Any memory channel with all its details can be sent to. Click here to write a new message or comment for vx 8r note that the message is not related to any article click here to see the article list for vx 8r. The yaesu vx 8gr is the newest member of the proud vx 8 family. If the cable wont pass this test, then it definitely wont work with any of the commander software. Good software, once youve dealt with windowss strangenesses to get it set up. About vx 8r cheat sheet the resource is currently listed in in a single category.
Using the yaesu vx8 cable on mac os x fat of the lan. View and download yaesu vx8re service manual online. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your 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. Ive been using chirp and a sundely cable for programming. The 8 series vx 8dr, vx 8gr and vx 8r are the top of the yaesu hand held range. This version has a builtin gps unit right out of the box. Yaesu vr120 programming software vr120 commander version 0. 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. 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. The yaesu vx8r ht provides a full 5 watts fm on 50144430 mhz plus 1. 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.
The vx8rs small size allows you to take it anywhere hiking, skiing, or while walking. Let me know if theres any tool you recommend to be added to. Ftbvx8, ftbvx8j and ftbvx8g details g4hfq software. 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. Bluetooth handsfree operation with gps aprs and real rfdual wideband receive the next generation amateur. There is a line of ultracompact lowerpower dualband 2 m and 70 cm transceivers that started with the vx 1r and was later updated with the vx 2r and vx 3r.
The vx8dr aprsgpsbluetooth handheld transceiver is an additional version of the vx8r that includes not only its solid features and specifications but. Instead, head over the chirp site and download the. 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 vx 8r supports 12009600bps aprs data communications b band only. The problem is that it apparently has no com port assigned to it, and the software. Rt systems makes commercial programming kits which include both software and a radiospecific cable. I have collected a few downloadable programs i personally use for my radios. This link is listed in our web site directory since thursday sep 27 2018, and till today vx 8r cheat sheet has been followed for a total of 309 times. Ftbvx8 is the version to use if you have a nonjapanese model vx8re or vx 8drde. The admsvx8 radio programming software is designed to. The main category is yaesu vx 7r resources that is about yaesu vx 8r vhf uhf handheld transceiver. I downloaded the driver and installed it on my windows 10 pc. Listen to fm broadcast in stereo with your stereo headsetearphone.
Programming the yaesu vx8dr on macos, with the help of chirp. Chirp programming software for your amateur radio maxton. Ftbvx8 is the version to use if you have a nonjapanese model vx8re or vx8drde. Admsvx8 programming software only for the yaesu vx8 and vx8d. Programming the yaesu vx8dr on macos, with the help of.
Builtin barometric pressure and temperature sensor. Vx8dr a devoted aprs users version of the vx8r series. Yaesu vx 5 r vx 5 r vx5r loose antenna cure yaesu vx 5 r vx 5 r vx5r free band yaesu vx 5 r vx 5 r vx5r modification for german yaesu vx 5 r vx 5 r vx5r use nokia 7110 belt clip yaesu vx 5 r vx 5 r vx5r tx frequency expansion yaesu vx 5 r vx 5 r vx5r expanded range yaesu vx 5 r vx 5 r vx5r pc software marscap or freeband mods. Tmd710a tmd710e operation panel rcd710 firmware update information. Admsvx8 programming software radio option setting screens common here is the rest of your radio. Valley enterprises yaesu usb ftdi radio programming cable vx 8r and vx 8dr. The attractiveness of chirp is the ability to load the same set of frequencies into multiple radios without building completely new. Lifecam vx5000 device downloads microsoft accessories. Operating manual general description 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. Admsvx8 programming software only for the yaesu vx8 and vx. Arduino code for buidling yaesu vx 8r handheld transmittercompatible gps. Access the worldwide standard aprs system to exchange your positions and messages. This alignment maximizes the strengths of both names to best serve the marketplace. The software that comes with it only runs on windows so dont bother opening the disk.
The quadband yaesu vx8dr is a nifty little radio, but in many respects. View and download yaesu vx 8re service manual online. Any memory channel with all its details can be sent to the radio with a simple keystroke. Valley enterprises yaesu usb ftdi radio programming cable vx. 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 vx 8r vx 8 r vx8r service manual and specs yaesu vx 8dr vx 8 dr vx8dr service manual. 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. Yaesu vx5 r vx 5 r vx5r user and service manual, modifications. Motorola solutions will combine the best of vertex standards portfolio with our industryleading twoway radio lineup on jan. Windows programming software cd and cable usb connection for yaesu vx 8r and vx 8dr. Describe your experience with the g4hfq radio programming software for yaesu and tell us why you give it the rating you did required. 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 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.
Yaesu vx8dr 5w quadband aprs handheld amateur transceiver. It supports bluetooth handsfree operation with the optional bu1 and bh1 or bh2 accessories. The yaesu vx series is a line of two sequences of compact amateur radio handheld transceivers produced by yaesu. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. Admsvx8 programming software only for the yaesu vx 8 and vx 8d.
Valley enterprises yaesu usb ftdi radio programming cable. Im running the chirp on a dell netbook where the yaesu vx 8 software also lives, along with the kenwood tmd700 software. English cestina dansk deutsch english australia espanol francais italiano magyar nederlands norsk polski portugues brasil portugues portugal romana slovencina slovenscina suomi svenska turkce. Resources listed under yaesu vx 5r category belongs to vhfuhf handhelds main collection. The admsvx8 software helps you program memory channel and menu setting details of the yaesu vx 88dr radios.
Yaesu admsvx8 windows based programming soft radioworld. Programming software for the vx8r worldwidedx radio forum. There may be a software mod for the us version, but it. 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. Oct 11, 2017 yaesu vx 8dr tutorial guide on how to use memory channels including programming naming and deleting. 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. The cable is wellmade and it arrived with a note see photo mentioning to download the ftdi vcp usb software. First i needed to install the drivers, they came on a mini cd, you can also download. For software and drivers, select your product from the list below. 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 vx8r is a discontinued handheld transceiver for use on the amateur radio bands. Ftbvx8 license and download the versions you want to use. 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. Yaesu vx 8dr tutorial guide on how to use memory channels including programming naming and deleting. From what other forum members have said, the software mod only works on the eu version. 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.
Chirp is free, open source software thats used with a thirdparty programming cable. Discussion in yaesu started by tlordon, aug 3, 2010. The optional fgps2 unit is required automatically display your station information. The quadband yaesu vx 8dr is a nifty little radio, but. Rt systems programming software for the yaesu vx 8 and vx 8dr. Bluetooth handsfree operation with gpsaprs and real rfdual wideband receive the next generation amateur. Rt systems admsvx8 programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the. 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. Windows or mac os pc programming software with usb to multipin radio connector. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface. Because the radio uses softwarebased jumpers, it is not necessary to open the radio.
The same license works with all versions just buy the one ftbvx8 license and download the versions you want to use. Use these screens to customize other set menu features of the radio. Do you have any tricks, modifications or constructions for homebrewed equipment that are not on mods. How to get chirp and the cable working on a mac computer osx 10. 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. The vx 8r has a completely independant amfm broadcast receiver and an internal bar antenna for better am broadcast broadcast reception. Programming the yaesu vx 8dr on macos, with the help of chirp and valley enterprises in a word, easy. Vx 3r software admsvx3 advanced data management system for the vx 3. Yaesu vx8dr squelch receiver problems defective vfo b. 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. There is the vx 8gr that actually has the gps receiver built in. 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. If you prefer to be anonymous write it in the message.
About yaesu vx 8r modification the resource is currently listed in in a single category. For me, with the regular vx 8r, i am just a casual users of aprs. 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. Strong performance specifications are combined with intuitive operation. Recently my wife got me a new ht, the quad band yaesu vx 8dr.
The yaesu vx 8r ht provides a full 5 watts fm on 50144430 mhz plus 1. Yaesu vx 8r semiconductor parts list download vx 8r semiconductor parts list pdf address parts code device name description rfunit d1001 g2071066. Sep 20, 2018 i have the rt systems programming cable for the yaesu vx 8r. How to sync chirp with a yaesu vx8dr ham radio using mac.
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. 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. Yaesu vx 8dr tutorial guide on how to use memory channels including programming naming and. The vx 8gr dualbander only covers 2 meters and 440 mhz and receive coverage is 108999 mhz less cellular frequencies. The vx 8r s small size allows you to take it anywhere hiking, skiing, or while walking.