- Yaesu VX-6R
The Yaesu VX-6R is a triple band handheld
amateur radio transceiver with extensive receive coverage, and leading-edge features. The radio is designed to operate in extreme conditions, and is sealed against water and chemicals, making it well-suited for emergency-services duty. Available accessories include remote microphones, earphones.Features
* 900 Memories
* AM/FM /Wide-FMbroadcast band reception
* Wideband receiver, including full coverage ofshortwave bands
*CTCSS /DCS tone squelch
* European Tone Burst
* ARTS-Automatic In-Range Transponder
* Adjustable Backlit Keypad & LCD
* Internet Key for Access to WIRES
* DTMF encoder for control of remote systems and telephone dialing
* Channel counter function for locating frequency of nearby transmitterSupplied Accessories
With the shipped box, Yaesu VX-6R should come with the following accessories,
* VX-6R, Transceiver
* FNB-80LI, 7.4V, 1400 mAh Lithium ion battery pack
* NC-72B/C, 5-Hour Battery Charger
* YHA-67, Antenna
* Belt Clip & Hand Strap
* Operating Manual
* Warranty CardSome specifications
Frequency Range of Transmission (USA Version):
* 222 - 225 MHz – 1.5W Max
* 144 - 148 MHz – 5.0W Max
* 420 - 450 MHz – 5.0W MaxEach band (except 222 MHz and 50 MHz in Asia exported version) can be switched between 5W, 2.5W, 1.0W, and 500mW.
Technical description
Faults & Problems
A bug has been found, as the CTCSS decode may not work properly when the VX-6R is operating with external power.
Performance
Interesting information
* For Asia version only, The VX-6R can transmit a 1.5W FM carrier on the six meter band. It is necessary to use an external antenna tuned to the lower part of the six meter band for this feature. (2-sectional antenna provided in Asia exported version)
* Asia versions are marked as (B3) versions. Open-band, fully modded for wide-band tx/rxReferences
* Product Review - Yaesu VX-6R VHF/UHF Handheld Transceiver - December 2005 QST Magazine © ARRL
External links
* [http://www.yaesu.com/ Yaesu's Home Page]
* [http://jk.ufisa.uninett.no/la4rt/vx-6-protocol.html Protocol and data format information]
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