Heads-Up Compass Display on the GPS Screen
Also enjoy your favorite FM broadcasts in stereo with the optional Bluetooth stereo headset (BH-1A) and earphone (FEP-1)! The optional Bluetooth® Unit BU-2 makes it possible to operate hands-free with the optional water Bluetooth® headset BH-1A (stereo) or BH-2A (monaural). The Bluetooth® capabilities widely know and utilized among users and enthusiasts of our VX-8R, FTM-10R/SR and FTM-350AR radios, are also available with the VX-8DR. Listen to AM or FM radio stations while monitoring two HAM frequency channels! Two independent Amateur Band Receivers will allow you to listen to your favorite AM or FM broadcast station and monitor two different amateur bands ("Band A" and "Band B") at the same time. The optional FGPS-2 can be attached to the radio using the microphone input jack so that you may simultaneously enjoy total Hands-Free Operation using the optional Bluetooth headset, even though your radio is attached to your backpack, belt, etc. You may display your exact current position (latitude / Longitude), heading direction, moving speed, altitude etc. The optional GPS Antenna Unit FGPS-2, which is based on a 12-channel receiver, provides GPS data. Since the APRS network has limited bandwidth, SmartBeaconing™ transmits an optimal amount of position information with a minimal amount of QRM to other network users - making VX-8DR users some of the most "efficient" on the network. SmartBeaconing™ from HamHUD Nichetronix is able to modify its own beacon rate in response to the motion of the vehicle that carries. When using APRS® for position tracking, the beacon timing is automatically adjusted to your traveling speed and location to plot a smoother trace to match your position and movement on a map. *APRS® is a registered trademark of Bob Bruninga WB4APR When you receive signals and information from other APRS stations, the VX-8DR displays their positions, heading directions, messages, distances, icons (43 available), weather information, object etc. The optional FGPS-2 unit is required automatically display your station information. Engaging the Spectrum Scope function, the high-resolution display will indicate relative signal strengths on adjacent channels up to +/-50 channels!ĪPRS ® allows you to communicate your location to other APRS® stations with your location, speed, and heading displayed on your radio! The VX-8DR supports 1200/9600bps APRS ® data communications (B band only).Īccess the worldwide standard APRS® system to exchange your positions and messages. Display can be customized to include pictorial icons or the input voltage. Measuring about 1.3"W x 0.8"H, the large LCD display provides clear, easy-to-read indication of both Main and Sub-band frequencies, operating mode, and S-meters for both bands. The optional FNB-102LI high capacity battery will provide up to 8.5 hours operation on 144MHz, 9 hours on 50MHz, and 8 hours on 440MHz. The radio is designed to meet commercial grade standards in every aspect, including its battery terminals, external microphone jack etc.Įnjoy up to 5 hours operation on 144/440MHz, or up to 5.5 hours on 50MHz with the supplied FNB-101LI battery. It is waterproof 3Ft (1m) for 30 minutes. Take your VX-8DR out with you wherever you go. Polycarbonate resin front panel with aluminum die-cast chassis - absolutely tougher than tough. The large main dial and the four durable independant key buttons on the side permit easy operation.even when wearing gloves!
Measures a mere 2.4"W x 3.7"H x 0.9"D for comfortable in the palm use.