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Icom IC-V80E 2m 5.5W handheld transceiver

Icom radios are built tough, and the IC-V80E VHF Handportable is no exception. This new addition to Icom’s product range offers military rugged construction, water resistance and superior protection against the elements to MIL-STD-810 and IP54 standards. The IC-V80E is also great for noisy environments, employing a BTL (bridge-tied load) amplifier that doubles the audio output. Together with its large speaker, the IC-V80E delivers 750mW of loud and intelligible audio making it ideal for basic, on-the-go operations.

5.5W of output power The IC-V80E utilises a new low consumption current FET module and provides 5.5W of high power and long operating time. For even longer operating time, 2.5W or 0.5W of reduced output power settings can be selected.

750mW loud audio The IC-V80E uses the BTL (bridge-tied load) amplifier that doubles the audio output. The IC-V80E’s BTL increases the audio output by doubling the voltage delivered to the speaker. The 36mm large speaker delivers 750mW of loud and intelligible audio, great for noisy environments.
* Typical value using internal speaker.

Tough Construction Icom radios are built tough, and the IC-V80E and this military rugged rig offers water resistance and superior protection against dust and dirt (IP54). Compact, rugged and with plenty of power, the IC-V80E is ideal for basic, on-the-go Amateur radio operations.

Alphanumeric display A 5-character alphanumeric display clearly shows channel name, operating frequency and memory number with bright illumination. An S-meter icon ( ) shows the signal strength of the receiving frequency and output power level while transmitting.

207 memory channels The IC-V80E has a total of 207 memory channels, including 200 regular channels, 6 channels, including 200 regular channels, 6 scan edges and 1 call channel. The channel name is programmable with 5 characters for easy recognition.

Internal VOX function The IC-V80E has internal VOX (Voice Operated Transmit) function for convenient hands-free operation with a compatible optional headset and plug adapter cable. Also, the VOX gain and VOX delay time are adjustable.

Built-in CTCSS and DTCS The CTCSS and DTCS tones are built-in for quiet stand-by and repeater access. Pocket beep and tone scan are also possible. The tone scan allows the operator to detect the subaudible tone that is used for repeater access.

Scan functions Various scan functions including program, memory, skip, priority and tone scan can be programmed.

Other Features
• Power save function
• BNC type antenna connector
• TOT (time out timer) setting
• Repeater lockout and busy channel lockout
• PC cloning capability and transceiver to transceiver cloning
• DTMF memory channels
• Auto power off Wide/narrow channel setting

Specifications
• 144MHz single band handheld
• 5.5W of output power
• 750mW (typical) of loud and intelligible audio with the BTL amplifier circuitry
• 13 hours* of operating time with the supplied 1400mAh Ni-MH battery pack(* Approx for 5:5:90 duty cycle with power save on)
• Dust protection and water resistant construction, equivalent to IP54
• Tested to the MIL-STD-810-F
• VOX function built-in (Optional headset and adapter cable required.)
• 5-character alphanumeric display
• 207 memory channels
• CTCSS and DTCS tone squelch
• DTMF memory channels

Icom IC-T70E 2m 5W & 70cm 5W handheld transceiver

The IC-T70E VHF/UHF dual band handheld transceiver is the successor to Icom’s best selling IC-T7H. The IC-T70E has many impressive features including 700mW loud audio, long-lasting power, rugged construction, plenty of memory channels, all at a competitive price. In short, the IC-T70E offers practical dual band operation and ruggedness, updated for today's radio enthusiast.

5W of output power both VHF/UHF bands The IC-T70E employs a new low consumption current FET module providing 5W of high power and long operating time for both VHF and UHF bands. For even longer operating time, 2.5W or 0.5W of reduced output power can be selected.

700mW loud audio The IC-T70E uses a BTL (bridge-tied load) amplifier that doubles the audio output. The 36mm large speaker delivers 700mW of loud and intelligible audio even in noisy environments.

IP54 and MIL-STD 810 rugged construction Dust protection and water-resistance equivalent to IP54 provides reliable operation for practical outdoor operation. The IC-T70E is tested and has passed 11 MIL-STD 810 environmental tests.

Alphanumeric display The 6-character alphanumeric display clearly shows channel name, operating frequency and memory number with bright illumination.

External DC Power Jack An external DC power jack allows for operation and charge when used with an external DC power supply (10-16V DC).       *The BP-265 cannot be charged using the external DC power jack.

302 memory channels With 302 alphanumeric memory channels, including 50 band edges and 2 call channels, the IC-T70E gives you flexible scanning lists. With a maximum of 26 memory banks*, you can pick and choose the desired banks for scanning from the 250 memories.    *Up to 100 channels per bank.

Internal VOX function The IC-T70E has an internal VOX (Voice Operated Transmit) function for convenient hands-free operation when used with a compatible optional headset and plug adapter cable. Also, the VOX level and VOX delay time are adjustable.

Built-in CTCSS and DTCS CTCSS and DTCS tones are built-in for quiet stand-by and repeater access. Pocket beep and tone scan are also possible. The tone scan allows the operator to detect the sub-audible tone that is used for repeater access.

Multiple scan function The IC-T70E supports various scan types for maximum reception and ease of use.
• Full scan
• Programmed scan
• Program link scan
• Band scan
• Memory scan
• Bank scan
• Bank link scan
• Skip scan
• Duplex scan
• Tone scan Priority scan

Other Features
• Power save function
• SMA type antenna connector
• Key lock function
• TOT (time out timer) setting
• Repeater lockout and busy channel lockout
• 1750Hz tone for European tone access
• PC cloning capability and transceiver-to-transceiver cloning (Optional)
• Direct keypad frequency entry
• 16 DTMF autodial memories
• Auto power off
• Wide/narrow channel spacing

Specifications
• 5W RF output power (VHF/UHF)
• 700mW of loud audio
• 10–11.5 hours* of operating time with the BP-264 1400mAh Ni-MH battery pack•(* Approx for 5:5:90 duty cycle with power save on)
• IP54 and MIL-STD 810 rugged construction
• VOX function built-in (Optional headset and adapter cable required.)
• 6-character alphanumeric display
• 302 of memory channels
• Built-in CTCSS and DTCS
• DTMF autodial memories

Icom IC-E80D Dual Band D-Star Handheld

Icom is pleased to announce the debut of the IC-E80D handheld VHF/UHF dualband, D-Star transceiver. The IC-E80D is designed to be easy to use and contain a new 'DV mode' feature which allows the operator to access D-Star repeaters in just two steps. The IC-E80D is capable of providing GPS position reporting functions in DV mode by utilising the optional HM-189GPS. The IC-E80D has wideband receiver coverage and 5W output power on both VHF and UHF bands. The IC-E80D is ideal for a range of users including foundation licencees, anyone new to D-Star and Ham organisations such as Raynet that are looking for a simple GPS position reporting system.

D-STAR DV mode available (Digital Voice + data) The IC-E80D is compatible with the JARL D-STAR* format and provide DV mode operation with an AMBE® codec. 950bps (approx.) slow data can be sent simultaneously with the digital voice transmission.
* Digital Smart Technology for Amateur Radio

D-STAR repeater list The IC-E80D can store up to 300 channels/callsigns in the repeater list. Each channel memorizes a repeater frequency, duplex direction, offset frequency, callsign, gateway callsign and RPT1 (Repeater 1) use setting. The RPT1 use setting is a convenient function to flag an often used uplink D-STAR repeater to access. The access repeater scan finds an available D-STAR repeater from the RPT1 use repeater.

DR (D-STAR REPEATER) mode The new DR (D-STAR repeater) mode operation makes it easier to access a D-STAR repeater. When GW (gateway) set is set to “Auto”, it only takes two steps to access the repeater.

GPS position reporting functions and GPS A mode for easy D-PRS operation When connected to an external GPS receiver or GPS speaker-microphone (HM-189GPS for IC-E80D), the IC-E80D shows position data on the display and own and other station’s position information can be sent and received *. The IC-E80D can send the position data either by holding the PTT switch, or at a preset interval (5 seconds–30 minutes), depending on the setting. In addition, the GPS A mode assists in easy D-PRS mode operation, to send your position information to an APRS server from the D-STAR radio.
* GPS data receive only is possible when no external GPS receiver or GPS speaker-microphone is attached.

Plotting position information on mapping software When connected to a PC* via the optional RS-232C cable, the position information can be plotted on mapping software* on a PC.
* Serial port and position mapping software (NMEA 0183 format) are required.

GPS memory and GPS alarm The GPS memory stores up to 50 received or user programmed position information with 6-character channel memory name. The GPS alarm sounds when your own position is close to the specified point or area

Switchable VHF/UHF dualbander The IC-E80D provides VHF/UHF dual band capabilities (one band at a time) via a simple band switching system. The IC-E80D series covers 0.495–999.99MHz*
*Receiver range depending on versions. See specification page.

CS-80/880 free download cloning software CS-80/880 cloning software is free to download from the Icom Inc. web site Used with this software, various settings can be made from a PC and the memory channels and other settings can be shared between IC-E80D and ID-E880.
* Either OPC-1529R, OPC-478 or OPC-478UC optional cable is required.

Total 1052 memory channels The IC-E80D has a total 1052 memory channels (including 1000 regular channels, 50 scan edges and 2 call channels) with 26 memory banks. All memory channels and program scan can be named with 8-character channel comments. A memory bank can be named with a 6-character bank name comment.

Multiple scan function The IC-E80D supports various scan types for maximum reception and ease of use.
• Full scan
• Selected band scan
• Programmed scan
• Memory scan
• Memory mode scan
• All bank scan
• Selected bank scan
• Bank link scan (DMS)
• Program scan link
• Skip scan
• Priority scan
• Tone scan
• Access repeater scan

Built-in CTCSS/DTCS encoder and decoder Built-in CTCSS and DTCS tones are used for accessing a closed repeater or tone squelch operation. The pocket beep alerts you with a beep sound when the transceiver receives a preset tone. 1750Hz tone is also available.

Other features
• Monitor function to listen to a weak signal.
• Variable tuning steps (IC-E80D: 14 steps)
• 16 DTMF memory channels (24 digits)
• Key lock function

Optional GPS speaker-microphone, HM-189GPS When used with the new GPS speaker-microphone, HM-189GPS, the IC-E80D shows your position data on the display and offers position reporting function in DV mode. The IC-E80D shows the direction to a memory position or to a received D-STAR station.

5 Watts (typical) output The IC-E80D provides 5W (typ.) output power both in VHF/UHF bands. The supplied BP-217 provides up to 6 hours* of operating time. When you don’t need full power operation, you can reduce output power to 2.5/0.5/0.1W (typ.) for saving battery consumption.
* Tx high: Rx: Stand-by duty ratio= 1 min.: 1 min.: 8 min. Power save on.

External DC power jack An external DC power jack allows for operation with an external DC power supply (10–16V DC). When used with the DC power cable simultaneous operation during charging is possible.
Keypad navigation The 4-direction cursor buttons on the keypad give you quick and intuitive access to many settings.

Additional features
• 4 steps RF power selection (5W, 2.5W, 0.5W, 0.1W)
• Drip-resistant construction, equivalent to IPX4
• Auto power save, power off and power on
• 10dB (approx) built-in attenuator

Other digital features
• One touch reply function* (* Cannot call JA stations by using this function.)
• Digital code squelch

Specification
• D-STAR DV mode operation (Digital voice + slow data)
• DR (D-STAR repeater) mode for easy setting
• CS-80/880 Free cloning software download from Icom website
• GPS position reporting functions (DV mode)
• GPS A mode for easy D-PRS operation
• One touch reply button (DV mode)
• Wideband receiver
• Optional GPS speaker-microphone, HM-189GPS
• IPX4 drip resistant construction
• 5W (typ.) output and 6 hours (approx.) operating time

Icom IC-E92D 2m & 70cm with D-Star Built-in

• Optional GPS speaker-microphone, HM-175GPS
• IPX7 submersible construction
• 4-step RF power selection
• GPS position reporting functions (DV mode)
• GPS A mode for easy D-PRS operation
• Wide band receiver with dual watch receiver capability
• Large dot-matrix display
• Total 1304 memory channels
• Simple bandscope
• Keypad navigation
• One touch reply button (DV mode)
• Built-in voice recorder and auto reply voice message (DV mode)
• Optional PC remote control capability

Icom proudly announces the debut of the IC-E92D, waterproof dual band transceiver. The IC-E92D is the successor to the IC-9E91 and retains many of its features.

In addition the IC-E92D provides waterproof protection, equivalent to IPX7. If used with the optional HM-175GPS, the IC-E92D provides GPS position reporting functions in DV mode; GPS functions are fully compatible with the IC-E2820 series. The IC-E92D is ideal for D-STAR enthusiasts, active amateurs who are fans of outdoor pursuits or organisations that are looking for a simple GPS position reporting system.

SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL
Frequency coverage and Mode : (Unit: MHz) Version Transmit Receive (Working range)
Europe 144–146,
430–440 VFO A: 0.495–999.990
VFO B: 118–174, 350–470
 
Export 137–174,
400–470 VFO A: 0.495–999.990
VFO B: 118–174, 350–470
 
Mode : FM, FM-N, WFM*, AM* DV    (* Receive only)
 
Memory channels : 1304 channels (including 100 program scan edges and 4 call channels)
Power supply External DC power : 7.4V DC (with BP-256)  10–16V DC
Current drain (at 7.4V DC)
 
Tuning steps (kHz) : 5*, 6.25*, 8.33*, 9*, 10, 12.5, 15, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 125, 200
* Not available on all bands or modes.
Antenna impedance : 50Ω (SMA)
Dimensions (W×H×D) : 59×112×34.2 mm
Weight (approx.) : 325g; (with antenna and BP-256)
TRANSMITTER
Output power : High 5W typ. Mid 2.5W typ.
  Low 0.5W typ. Slow 0.1W typ.

Built-in voice recorder and auto reply.
The IC-E92D has a built-in voice recorder*. It records an incoming call in DV mode for up to 30 seconds (approx.), or can be partitioned into 3 tracks (10 seconds each). The 10-second transmit memory allows you to record your callsign, CQ and automatically answers when you receive a message. (* Available in DV mode only)
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Yaesu VX-8DE 6m/2m/70cm APRS FM Handheld

The VX-8GE APRS/GPS Handheld Transceiver provides an economical opportunity for customers to obtain a handheld dedicated to APRS on 144 and 430 MHz. This model allows users to acquire a VX-8 series radio without having to pay for many of the VX-8 and VX-8D features that may not be of value for their active APRS operations.

The built-in worldwide standard AX.25 Data TNC Modem permits uncomplicated APRS operation. (Automatic Packet/Position Reporting System) The VX-8GE supports APRS 1200/9600 bps data communication. You may communicate your location to other APRS stations along with the position, speed and heading displayed on your radio. You and others will be able to see your APRS movement on the web. The VX-8GE displays the received station’s positions, heading directions, messages, distances, icons, weather information, object, etc. With the list function you may automatically store and recall messages and the APRS data from stations. The built-in GPS Receiver Unit provides you with real time APRS data.

Features
• Full 5 watts FM 144/430 MHz
• RX 108-999.90 MHz
• GPS unit included with radio
• Water spray resistant - meets IPX5 - 3 feet for minimum of 30 minutes
• 7.4 V 1,100 mAh Lithium Ion battery included. 1,800 mAh LI Battery and 3 x AA battery cell case optional
• Small 60 x 95 x 28 mm (w/o knob & antenna)
• Simultaneous independent 2-signal dual receive function. Both V + V or U + U
• Dot matrix LCD display provides up to 16 character Memory tags, High-resolution Spectrum Analyzer with ±50 channels indication, Wave monitoring of received/modulated signal
• DCS and CTCSS ENC/DEC included

APRS Features of the VX-8GE
• APRS 1200/9600 bps data communication (B band only)
• Smart Beaconing ™ Function: 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
• The number of Station List memories has increased from 40 to 50
• The number of APRS Message memories has increased from 20 to 30
• DIGI-PATH route indication function: The APRS Packet data includes Digipeater routing info
• Heads up compass display to the GPS Screen: Your traveling direction is always toward the top of the display
• The Message received LED flashing rate is selectable
• The number of DIGI-PATH route settings is increased from 1 to 7

Supplied Accessories
• Antenna YHA-72
• Li-ion Battery Pack FNB-101LI
• Belt Clip
• Screws 2 pcs (M3x10)
• Plastic Cap
• Sheet
• Operating Manual
• Warranty Card

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