We pride ourselves on welcoming radio hobby enthusiasts of all types, while offering unbiased, informative, and friendly discussion among the members. Much more than just memory channel programming with settings for other radio menu items. The vx8r8dr is so tiny to begin with, i could absolutely deal with a slightly larger unit due to a larger battery. Luckily i had a similar cable from rt systems which worked immediately. Vx8dr a devoted aprs users version of the vx8r series. 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. Programming radio software category is a curation of 64 web resources on, yaesu ft817 ft857 ft897 eeprom analyzer, tk92, kguv8d programming software. With the vx8r, yaesu has significantly and credibly updated their topoftheline handheld. Resources listed under radio programming software category belongs to software main collection, and. Programming the yaesu vx 8dr on macos, with the help of chirp and valley enterprises in a word, easy. The radio is designed to meet commercial grade standards in every aspect. Programming the yaesu vx8dr on macos, with the help of chirp and valley enterprises in a word, easy.
The vx7r is an older model, but none the worse for that fact. Describe your experience with the yaesu vx8r and tell us. The admsvx8 radio programming software is designed to. The yaesu vx 8r ht provides a full 5 watts fm on 50144430 mhz plus 1. Rtsystems admsvx8 programming software with usb cable for vx8r vx8dr not for vx8gr. Overall i think the casing coordinates well with the vx6rs profile as a rugged ht. The quadband yaesu vx8dr is a nifty little radio, but in many respects it.
I also needed python runtime for the chirp software to work that was. The usb programming cable for vx 8e vx 8r radio is available from us. If one already has the vx8r programming cable and software from rt systems i would think an upgrade installer could be developed that would update the radio. Ftbvx8 is the version to use if you have a nonjapanese model vx8re or vx 8drde. 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. Feb 28, 2010 the vx 8r 8dr is so tiny to begin with, i could absolutely deal with a slightly larger unit due to a larger battery. See also the site of walter, hb9zs for ft950 and ft2000 software. Yaesu admsvx8 windows based programming soft radioworld.
About vx 8r cheat sheet the resource is currently listed in in a single category. Also, as a add on note to the vx8r upgrade, the programming software from rt systems now supports the vx8rd upgraded version, so it appears that the upgrade is forthcoming. The usb programming cable for vx8e vx8r radio is available from us. G4hfq software ftbvx8, ftbvx8j and ftbvx8g details.
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. 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. The main category is yaesu vx 7r resources that is about yaesu vx 8r vhf uhf handheld transceiver. I do consider it a shame that one cant update the vx8r to the vx8dr without sending it in. Yaesu vr120 programming software vr120 commander version 0. The attractiveness of chirp is the ability to load the same set of frequencies into multiple radios without building completely new. The worldwidedx radio forum was originally established in 2001.
Admsvx8 programming software radio option setting screens common here is the rest of your radio. I just last night gave chirp a try with a coworkers radio that i had no software for. The same license works with all versions just buy the one ftbvx8 license and download the versions you want to use. Yaesu usb ftdi radio programming cable vx8r and vx8dr. A yellow triangle may not always appear in device manager as described below, however, when you insert the cable into your radio, the transmitter will turn on. The vx8dr 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. We are working every day to make sure our community is the best radio hobbyists site. Although billed as a tripleband radio, the enhanced 222 mhz capability is useful and welcome, and essentially makes the vx8r a quadband radio for north americans. Windows or mac os pc programming software with usb to multipin radio connector. If you have a yaesu radio the yaesu vx8dr in my case and have. The vx8r is set up at the factory with different default steps for each operating band which are probably satisfactory for most operation. Development of chirp is an allvolunteer effort and is offered as opensource software, free of charge.
Admsvx8 programming software only for the yaesu vx8 and vx. 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 vx 7r is an older model, but none the worse for that fact. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface. Ftbvx8 license and download the versions you want to use. 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. The vx8rs small size allows you to take it anywhere hiking, skiing, or while walking. Rt systems programming software for the yaesu vx8 and vx. If you like chirp, please consider contributing a small donation to help support the costs of development and hardware. Vx3r software admsvx3 advanced data management system for the vx3. Programming software for the vx8r worldwidedx radio forum. Chirp programming software for your amateur radio maxton data. Describe your experience with the g4hfq radio programming software for yaesu and tell us why you give it the rating you did required.
The quadband yaesu vx8dr is a nifty little radio, but. Access the worldwide standard aprs system to exchange your positions and messages. Use these screens to customize other set menu features of the radio. Sep 20, 2018 i have the rt systems programming cable for the yaesu vx 8r. Valley enterprises yaesu usb ftdi radio programming cable vx. Still learning all the bells and whistles on this thing but so far i am impressed. Read the current configuration from the radio for editing or start from scratch in a new file. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. Ive had my yaesu vx8r ht for about a year and a half now. Using the yaesu vx8 cable on mac os x fat of the lan.
Chirp programming software for your amateur radio maxton. The entire radio comes in at 268 grams, so its not particularly heavy for its class. The only scruple i have with the radio body is its baseit has a tendency to tip over while standing on a flat surface because of the way it was designed. 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. Do you have any tricks, modifications or constructions for homebrewed equipment that are not on mods. The vx 8r supports 12009600bps aprs data communications b band only. 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.
Ftbvx8 is the version to use if you have a nonjapanese model vx8re or vx8drde. The main category is yaesu vx7r resources that is about yaesu vx8r vhf uhf handheld transceiver. 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. Vx 3r software admsvx3 advanced data management system for the vx 3. Aprs allows you to communicate your location to other aprs stations with your location, speed, and heading displayed on your radio. How to sync chirp with a yaesu vx8dr ham radio using mac. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. 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.
I havent had a chance to try it on my vx8r that has the mod done yet so i will wait and see when i get home. Programming the yaesu vx8dr on macos, with the help of. I noticed that pushing down on the speaker improved the quality. Its an excellent tried and tested triband hand held. If you like chirp, please consider contributing a small donation to. Windows programming software cd and cable usb connection for yaesu vx8r and vx8dr.
Admsvx8 programming software rt systems radio programming. Ftbvx8j is the version to use if you have a japanese model vx 8r or vx8dr ftbvx8g is the version to use if you have a nonjapanese model vx8grge ftbvx8gj is the version to use if you have a japanese model vx8gr. The radio is designed to meet commercial grade standards in every aspect, including its battery terminals, external microphone jack etc. It receives the am and fm broadcast bands, shortwave am to 16 mhz, vhf and uhf tv audio, vhf air and public service frequencies. Yaesu vx8dr an upgraded version of the vx8r amateur. It supports bluetooth handsfree operation with the optional bu1 and bh1 or bh2 accessories. I got the software cable to program it and have completed that this afternoon at least its done for now. 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.
Ftbvx8, ftbvx8j and ftbvx8g details g4hfq software. Yaesu vx8r vx 8 r vx8r user and service manual, modifications. The yaesu vx8r ht provides a full 5 watts fm on 50144430 mhz plus 1. Yaesu usb ftdi radio programming cable vx8r and vx8dr aftermarket programming cableftdi usb chipsettx and rx led indicatorscable length. Im running the chirp on a dell netbook where the yaesu vx 8 software also lives, along with the kenwood tmd700 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.
First issue was the usb programming cable that came with the radio would not work with chirp. The quadband yaesu vx 8dr is a nifty little radio, but in many respects it also suffers from feature overload. 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. About vx8r cheat sheet the resource is currently listed in in a single category.
Programming the yaesu vx8dr on macos, with the help of chirp. Ftbvx8j is the version to use if you have a japanese model vx8r or vx8dr ftbvx8g is the version to use if you have a nonjapanese model vx8grge ftbvx8gj is the version to use if you have a japanese model vx8gr. Most everything this radio does is done in software. Yaesu vx8r, yaesu vx8dr amateur ht vx8r universal radio. The vx8r supports 12009600bps aprs data communications b band only. Yaesu vx8r vx 8 r vx8r service manual and specs yaesu vx8dr vx 8 dr vx8dr service manual and specs yaesu vx8gr vx 8 gr vx8gr service manual and specs yaesu ft252 ft 252 ft252 service manual and specs yaesu ft257 ft 257 ft257 service manual and specs yaesu ft250r ft 250 r ft250r service manual and specs. The vx8dr aprsgpsbluetooth handheld transceiver is an additional. Im running the chirp on a dell netbook where the yaesu vx8 software also lives, along with the kenwood tmd700 software. When pushing buttons, the audio sounded weaker and scratchy. Jul 04, 2015 i just last night gave chirp a try with a coworkers radio that i had no software for. Yaesu vx5r handitalkie, yaesu vx5r universal radio.
Click here to write a new message or comment for vx8r note that the message is not related to any article click here to see the article list for vx8r. Nov 29, 2009 also, as a add on note to the vx 8r upgrade, the programming software from rt systems now supports the vx 8rd upgraded version, so it appears that the upgrade is forthcoming. The problem is that it apparently has no com port assigned to it, and the software. Vx8dr a devoted aprs users version of the vx 8r series.
I got the softwarecable to program it and have completed that this afternoon at least its done for now. I have the rt systems programming cable for the yaesu vx8r. Yaesu vx8r memory management program radioarena renowned. Page 31 the vx8rs frequency synthesizer provides the option of utilizing tuning steps of 5, 6. Usb driver that you must download from rt systemss website to resolve the communications. Its been a nice little radio except for an annoying issue with the audio. Amateur radio with scanning receiver operating manual details for fcc id k6620295x20 made by yaesu musen co. Good software, once youve dealt with windowss strangenesses to get it set up. The vx8dr 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. 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. Rtsystems admsvx8 programming software with usb cable for vx8r vx 8dr not for vx8gr. View and download yaesu vx 8re service manual online. All required activation keys will be emailed to you within 24 hours. 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.
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