DUAL BAND HEAVY DUTY SUBMERSIBLE TRANSCEIVER

OPERATING MANUAL

VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD.
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Contents

General Description... 1 Accessories & Options.. 2 Controls & Connections... 3 Top & Front Panel... 3 LCD... 4 Side & Bottom Panel... 5 Keypad... 6 Installation of Accessories.. 8 Antenna Installation... 8 Belt Clip & Hand Strap Installation.. 8 Installation of FNB-80LI Battery Pack.. 9 Battery Charging... 9 Installation of FBA-23 Battery Case.. 10 Low Battery Indication... 10 Interface of Packet TNCs.. 11 Operation... 12 Switching Power On and Off.. 12 Adjusting the Volume Level.. 12 Squelch Adjustment... 13 Selecting the Operating Band.. 14 Frequency Navigation... 14 Transmission... 16 Changing the Transmit Power Level.. 17 Changing the Microphone Gain Level.. 18 AM Broadcast Reception.. 18 AM Aircraft Reception... 19 FM Broadcast/TV Audio Reception.. 19 Advanced Operation.. 20 Keyboard Locking... 20 Adjusting the Keypad Beeper Volume Level.. 21 Keypad/LCD Illumination... 21 Changing the Channel Steps... 22 Changing the Receiving Mode.. 22 RF Squelch.... 23 Checking the Battery Voltage... 23 Repeater Operation... 24 Repeater Shifts... 24 Automatic Repeater Shift (ARS).. 24 Manual Repeater Shift Activation.. 25 CTCSS/DCS Operation.. 27 CTCSS Operation.. 27 DCS Operation... 28 DCS Code Inversion... 29 CTCSS/DCS Bell Operation.. 30 Tone Search Scanning... 31 Split Tone Operation.. 32 Tone Calling (1750 Hz)... 32 Memory Mode.. 33 Memory Storage... 34 Storing Independent Transmit Frequencies (Odd Split).. 34 Memory Recall... 35 Labeling Memories... 35 Memory Offset Tuning... 37 Moving Memory Data to the VFO... 38 Masking Memories... 38 Memory Only Mode... 38 HOME Channel Memory.. 39 Memory Bank Operation... 40 Direct Memory Recall Channel... 42 Short-Wave Broadcast Station Memory Channels.. 43 Weather Broadcast Channels.. 44 VHF-Marine Channels... 45 Scanning... 46 VFO Scanning.... 47 Setting the Squelch Level during activate Scanning Opertion 48 How to Skip (Omit) a Frequency during VFO Scan. 48 Memory Scanning... 49 How to Skip (Omit) a Channel during Memory Scan. 49 Preferential Memory Scan... 50 Memory Bank Scan... 51 Programmable (Band Limit) Memory Scan (PMS). 52 Priority Channel Scanning (Dual Watch).. 53 Automatic Lamp Illumination on Scan Stop. 54 Band Edge Beeper... 54 Weather Alert Scan... 55 Smart Search Operation.. 56 Channel Counter Operation.. 58 EPCS (Enhanced Paging & Code Squelch). 60 Storing the CTCSS Tone Pairs for EPCS Operation.. 60 Activating the Enhanced Paging & Code Squelch System. 61 Paging Answer Back.. 61 Emergency Feature.. 62 Emergency Channel Operation.. 62 Emergency Automatic ID (EAI) Feature. 62 Selecting the EAI mode and its Transmit Time.. 63 Activating the EAI feature.. 63 To Locate an Unresponsive Operator Using the EAI Feature 64 ARTSTM (Automatic Range Transponder System). 65 Sensor Mode... 68 To display the Temperature.. 68 To display the Sensor Information... 68 Selecting and Correcting the Atmospheric Pressure Meter. 69 Selecting and Correcting the Altimeter.. 69 Internet Connection Feature.. 70 SRG (Sister Radio Group) Mode.. 70 FRG (Friendly Radio Group) Mode.. 71 DTMF Operation.. 73 Manual DTNF Tone Generation.. 73 DTNF Autodialer.. 73 CW Training Feature.. 75 Miscellaneous Settings.. 76 Password... 76 Programming the P Key... 77 Receive Battery Saver Setup.. 77 Wakeup Feature Setup... 78 TX Battery Saver... 79 ATT (Front End Attenuator).. 79 Disabling the TX/BUSY Indicator... 80 Automatic Power-Off (APO) Feature... 80 Automatic Power-On Feature.. 81 Busy Channel Lock-Out (BCLO).. 82 Transmitter Time-Out Timer (TOT).. 83 Changing the TX Deviation Level... 83 Reset Procedures.. 85 Cloning.. 86 Set (Menu) Mode.. 87 Specifications.. 104 AUTO Mode Preset Operating Parameters. 106

Selects the CTCSS tone or DCS code number Stores the current setting into Direct Memory Recall Channel 2
Third Function (PRESS & HOLD KEY)
Reverses the transmit and receive frequencies while working through a repeater

Frequency entry digit 4

Frequency entry digit 5
Activates the EMERGENCY function
Activates the ARTSTM feature
Selects the Memory Scan Skip channelselection mode Stores the current setting into Direct Memory Recall Channel 5
Switches to the Home (favorite frequency) Channel
Stores the current setting into Direct Memory Recall Channel 4
Activates the Internet Connection feature

Frequency entry digit 7

Frequency entry digit 8
Selects the desired transmit power output level
Activates the EPCS (Enhanced Paging & Code Squelch) feature Stores the current setting into Direct Memory Recall Channel 7
Activates the EAITM (Emergency Automatic ID) feature Stores the current setting into Direct Memory Recall Channel 8
Activates the Key Lockout feature
Selects the Receive mode among AM, FM, and Wide FM

Frequency entry digit 3

Activates the User Programmed mode

Selects the DTMF mode

Activates CTCSS or DCS Operation

No Action

Stores the current setting into Direct Memory Recall Channel 3
Engage the Special Search mode
Activates the Direct Memory Recall Channel function
Frequency entry digit 6 Selects the direction of the uplink frequency shift (either , +, or simplex) during repeater operation Stores the current setting into Direct Memory Recall Channel 6

Frequency entry digit 0

Activates the Secondary key function
Engages the Set (Menu) Mode
Disables the Secondary key function
Stores the current setting into Direct Memory Recall Channel 0
Activates the Memory Write mode (for memory channel storage)

Frequency entry digit 9

Switches frequency control between the VFO and Memory Systems
Enter the Special Bank mode
Activates the Memory Secondary Function Tune mode while in (PRESS [F/W] + KEY) the Memory Recall mode
Stores the current setting into Direct Memory Recall Channel 9
Activates the Priority (Dual Watch) function
INSTALLATION OF ACCESSORIES

ANTENNA INSTALLATION

The supplied antenna provides good results over the entire frequency range of the transceiver. However, for enhanced reception on certain non-Amateur frequencies, you may wish to connect an antenna designed specifically for that frequency range, as the supplied antenna is necessarily a compromise outside the Amateur bands, and cannot be expected to provide high performance at all frequencies. To install the supplied antenna, hold the bottom end of the antenna, then screw it onto the mating connector on the transceiver until it is snug. Do not over-tighten by use of extreme force. Notes: Never transmit without having an antenna connected. When installing the supplied antenna, never hold the upper part of the antenna while screwing it onto the mating connector on the transceiver. If using an external antenna for transmission, ensure that the SWR presented to the transceiver is 1.5:1 or lower, to avoid excessive feedline loss.

ADJUSTING THE KEYPAD BEEPER VOLUME LEVEL
A keypad beeper provides useful audible feed back whenever a keypad is pressed. The keypad beeper level changes according to the VOL konb setting. However, you may adjust the volume balance between the receiving audio and keypad beeper via the Set mode. 1. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [0(SET)] key to enter the Set mode. 2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set Mode Item 9: BP LVL. 3. Press the [0(SET)] key momentarily to enable adjustment of this Item. 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the desired level. 5. Press the PTT switch to save the new setting and return to normal operation. Additionally, if you want to turn the beep off: 1. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [0(SET)] key to enter the Set mode. 2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set Mode Item 7: BEEP. 3. Press the [0(SET)] key momentarily to enable adjustment of this Item. 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to change the setting to OFF. 5. Press the PTT switch to save the new setting and return to normal operation. 6. To turn the beep back on again, select ON in step 4 above.

KEYPAD/LCD ILLUMINATION

Your VX-6R includes a reddish illumination lamp which aids in nighttime operation. The reddish illumination yields clear viewing of the display in a dark environment, with minimal degradation of your night vision. Three options for activating the lamp are provided: KEY Mode: Illuminates the Keypad/LCD for 5 seconds when any key pressed. CONT Mode:Illuminates the Keypad/LCD continuously. OFF Mode: Disables the Keypad/LCD lamp. Here is the procedure for setting up the Lamp operating mode: 1. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [0(SET)] key to enter the Set mode. 2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set Mode Item 33: LAMP. 3. Press the [0(SET)] key momentarily to enable adjustment of this Item. 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select one of the three modes described above. 5. When you have made your choice, press the PTT switch to save the new setting and return to normal operation.
CHANGING THE CHANNEL STEPS
The VX-6Rs synthesizer provides the option of utilizing channel steps of 5/10/12.5/15/ 20/25/50/100 kHz per step, as well as an automatic step selection based on the current operating frequency (AUTO), any number of which may be important to your operating requirements. The VX-6R is set up at the factory in the AUTO configuration, which probably is satisfactory for most operation. However, if you need to change the channel step increments, the procedure to do so is very easy. 1. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [1(STEP)] key. This provides a Short-cut to Set Mode Item 61: STEP. 2. Rotate the DIAL to select the new channel step size. 3. Press the PTT key to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. 1) 9 kHz steps are available only when receiving on the BC band. 2) While operating on the BC band, you may only select channel steps of 9 kHz or 10 kHz; the other step selections are disabled. 3) 5 kHz and 15 kHz steps are not available for use on 250 - 300 MHz, nor above 580 MHz.

CTCSS/DCS BELL OPERATION

During CTCSS Decode or DCS operation, you may set up the VX-6R such that a ringing bell sound alerts you to the fact that a call is coming in. Here is the procedure for activating the CTCSS/DCS Bell: 1. Set the transceiver up for CTCSS Decode (Tone Squelch) or DCS operation, as described previously. 2. Adjust the operating frequency to the desired channel. 3. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [0(SET)] key to enter the Set mode. 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set Mode Item 8: BELL. 5. Press the [0(SET)] key momentarily to enable adjustment of this Set Mode Item. 6. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the desired number of rings of the Bell. The available choices are 1, 3, 5, or 8 rings, CONT (continuous ringing), or OFF. 7. Press the PTT switch momentarily to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. When you are called by a station whose transceiver is sending a CTCSS tone or DCS code which matches that set into your Decoder, the Bell will ring in accordance with this programming. When the CTCSS/DCS Bell is activated, the icon will appear at the upper right corner on the LCD.

TONE SEARCH SCANNING

In operating situations where you dont know the CTCSS or DCS tone being used by another station or stations, you can command the radio to listen to the incoming signal and scan in search of the tone being used. Two things must be remembered in this regard: You must be sure that your repeater uses the same tone type (CTCSS vs. DCS). Some repeaters do not pass the CTCSS tone; you may have to listen to the station(s) transmitting on the repeater uplink (input) frequency in order to allow Tone Search Scanning to work. To scan for the tone in use: 1. Set the radio up for either CTCSS or DCS Decoder operation (see the previous discus will appear on the display; in the case of DCS, sions). In the case of CTCSS, will appear on the display. 2. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [2(CODE)] key. 3. Press and hold in the [BAND(SCN)BND DN] key for one second to start scanning for the incoming CTCSS or DCS tone/code. 4. When the radio detects the correct tone or code, it will halt on that tone/code, and audio will be allowed to pass. Press the [BAND(SCN)BND DN] key to lock in that tone/code, then press the [F/W] key to exit to normal operation. If the Tone Scan feature does not detect a tone or code, it will continue to scan indefinitely. When this happens, it may be that the other station is not sending any tone. You can press the PTT switch to halt the scan at any time. You may listen to the (muted) signal from the other station during Tone Scanning when Set Mode Item 68: TS MUT is set to OFF. See page 102 for details. You can also change the Tone Search scanning speed, using Set Mode Item 69: TS SPD. See page 102. Tone Scanning works either in the VFO or Memory modes.

SPLIT TONE OPERATION

The VX-6R can be operated in a Split Tone configuration via the Set mode. 1. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [0(SET)] key to enter the Set mode. 2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set Mode Item 58: SPLIT. 3. Press the [0(SET)] key momentarily to enable adjustment of this Set Mode Item. 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select ON (to enable the Split Tone feature). 5. Press the PTT key momentarily to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. When the Split Tone feature is activated, you can see the following additional parameters following the RV TN parameter (while selecting the tone mode by pressing [F/W] [MODE(SP S)SQ TYP]): icon will blink during operation) D CODE: DCS Encode only (the T DCS: Encodes a CTCSS Tone and Decodes a DCS code (the icon will blink and the icon will appear during operation) D TONE: Encodes a DCS code and Decodes a CTCSS Tone icon will appear and the icon will blink during opera(the tion) Select the desired operating mode, from the selections shown above.

TONE CALLING (1750 HZ)

If the repeaters in your country require a 1750-Hz burst tone for access (typically in Europe), you can set the MONI switch to serve as a Tone Call switch instead. To change the configuration of this switch, we again use the Set Mode to help us. 1. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [0(SET)] key to enter the Set mode. 2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set Mode Item 36: M/T-CL. 3. Press the [0(SET)] key momentarily to enable adjustment of this Set Mode Item. 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select T-CALL on the display. 5. Press the PTT switch to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. To access a repeater, press and hold in the MONI switch for the amount of time specified by the repeater owner/operator. The transmitter will automatically be activated, and a 1750Hz audio tone will be superimposed on the carrier. Once access to the repeater has been gained, you may release the MONI switch, and use the PTT switch for activating the transmitter thereafter.

MEMORY MODE

The VX-6R provides a wide variety of memory system resources. These include: Regular Memory Channels, which made up of: 900 Standard memory channels, numbered 1 through 900. 99 Frequency Skip Memory channels, numbered 901 through 999. 11 Home channels, providing storage and quick recall of one prime frequency on each operating band. 50 sets of band-edge memories, also known as Programmable Memory Scan channels, labeled L1/U1 through L50/U50. 24 Memory Banks, labeled BANK 1 through BANK24. Each Memory Bank can be assigned up to 100 channels from the standard and PMS memory channels. Special Memory Channels, which include: A Emergency Automatic ID (EAI) Channel. 10 Direct Memory Recall Channels. 10 Weather Broadcast Channels. 89 Popular Short-wave Broadcast Station Memory Channels. 281 VHF Marine Channels.

How to Skip (Omit) a Channel during Memory Scan Operation
If the scanner repeatedly stops on a memory channel due to temporary noise or interference, you can mark it to be skipped by pressing the [F/W] key, followed by the [5(SKIP)] key while the scanner has stopped on the channel to be skipped. The scanner will instantaneously resume, and that channel will not be scanned henceforth. As mentioned previously, some continuous-carrier stations like a Weather Broadcast station will seriously impede scanner operation if you are using the Carrier Drop ScanResume mode, as the incoming signal will not pause long enough for the transceiver to resume scanning. Here is the procedure for skipping certain memories during scanning: 1. Recall the Memory Channel to be skipped during scanning. 2. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [0(SET)] key to enter the Set mode.
3. Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set Mode Item 57: SKIP. 4. Press the [0(SET)] key momentarily to enable adjustment of this Set Mode Item. 5. Rotate the DIAL knob so as to select SKIP. The current Memory Channel will now be ignored during scanning. The ONLY selection is used for Preferential Memory Scan, described in the next section. 6. When you have made your selection, press the PTT key to save the setting and exit to normal operation. When you recall the skipped memory channel manually, a small icon will appear at the left of the memory channel number, indicating it is to be ignored during scanning. It is still available for recall manually, however, using the DIAL knob or keyboard. To re-institute a channel into the scanning loop, select OFF in step 5 above.

Preferential Memory Scan

The VX-6R also allows you to set up a Preferential Scan List of channels which you can flag within the memory system. These channels are designated by a blinking icon when you have selected them, one by one, for the Preferential Scan List. Here is the procedure for setting up and using the Preferential Scan List: 1. Recall the Memory Channel which you wish to add to the Preferential Scan List. 2. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [0(SET)] key to enter the Set mode. 3. Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set Mode Item 57: SKIP. 4. Press the [0(SET)] key momentarily to enable adjustment of this Set Mode Item. 5. Rotate the DIAL knob so as to select ONLY. 6. When you have made your selection, press the PTT key to save the settings and exit to normal operation. 7. To remove a channel from the Preferential Scan List, just repeat the above procedure, rotating the DIAL knob to select OFF in step 5 above. To initiate Preferential Memory Scan: 1. Press the [V/M(DW)MT] key momentarily to enter the Memory Recall mode, if you are not using memories already. 2. Rotate the DIAL to select any channel which has a blinking icon appended to the channel number. 3. Press and hold in the [BAND(SCN)BND DN] key for one second, and rotate the DIAL knob while holding in the [BAND(SCN)BND DN] key to select the desired Memory Scan mode. Available selections are ALL CH, TAG1, TAG2, BAND, and PMS-X.

Selecting the EAI mode and its Transmit Time
1. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [0(SET)] key to enter the Set mode. 2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set Mode Item 24: EAI.TMR. 3. Press the [0(SET)] key momentarily to enable adjustment of this Set Mode Item. 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the desired EAI mode (Interval EAI INTor Continuous EAI CON) and its transmit time (110, 15, 20, 30, 40, and 50 minutes). 5. Press the PTT switch to save the new setting and exit to normal operation.
Activating the EAI feature
1. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [0(SET)] key to enter the Set mode. 2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set Mode Item 23: EAI. 3. Press the [0(SET)] key momentarily to enable adjustment of this Set Mode Item. 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select ON (thus activating the EAI feature). 5. Press the PTT switch to save the new setting and exit from the
Set mode. When the EAI feature is activated, the icon will appear at the bottom right on the LCD. 5. To disable the EAI feature, just repeat above procedure, rotating the DIAL knob to select OFF in step 4 above. 1) Do not activate the EAI feature by pressing the [F/W] key, followed by the [8(EAI)] key. This key function is used to locate an unresponsive operator, described in the next chapter. 2) The VX-6R will ignore the EAI feature when the (1) the squelch is open, (2) there is an incoming the signal on the operating frequency, (3) the operating frequency is the same as the frequency which is stored in the Memory Channel EAI, or (4) a VHF frequency is stored in Memory Channel EAI.
To Locate an Unresponsive Operator Using the EAI feature
1. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [8(EAI)] key to recall Memory Channel EAI (of the searched persons radio). 2. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [2(CODE)] key to enable adjustment of the Transmitting Pager Memory. Set the CTCSS tone pair which is the same CTCSS tone pair stored in the Receiving Pager Code Memory of the missing person's radio. A. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the first tone. B. Press the [BAND(SCN)BND DN] key. C. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the second tone. D. Press the PTT switch to save the new setting and exit from setting mode. 3. Press and hold in the PTT switch for five seconds to find out the persons who are activating the EAI feature. The lost operators radio will beep loudly, and its transmitter will respond repetitively. You may now begin direction-finding efforts. 4. You may select the ATT (Front End Attenuator) level among ATT 1 (10 dB), ATT 2 (50 dB), and ATT OFF by pressing the [BAND(SCN)BND DN] key to reduce the signal. The ATT is often useful in helping you locate the missing persons radio, as peaks in weaker signals are more easily observed). 5. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [8(EAI)] key, to exit to normal operation.

SENSOR MODE

The VX-6R can display the radios inside-the-case temperature, measured by internal sensors. Also, when the optional Barometric Pressure unit (SU-1) is installed, you get the unique capability of providing readout of the current barometric pressure. This information is then used for calculation of your current altitude. The Barometric Pressure unit requires calibration of the offset parameters, so that differences in pressure can be used to calculate altitude. This procedure requires that you have a calculated barometer, and that you know your current altitude. If you are at sea level, of course, the latter parameter requires no research.
To display the Temperature
1. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [0(SET)] key to enter the Set mode. 2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set Mode Item 65: TEMP. 3. Press the [0(SET)] key momentarily to indicate the current temperature inside the transceivres case. 4. Press the [MODE(SP S)SQ TYP] key to select the preferred unit (F (F) or C (C)). 5. Press the PTT switch to exit to normal operation.
To display the Sensor Information
1. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [0(SET)] key to enter the Set mode. 2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set Mode Item 64: SU1.SET. 3. Press the [0(SET)] key momentarily to enable adjustment of this Set Mode Item. 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the sensor mode you wish to display. BARO: Indicates the Barometric Pressure on the frequency area and relative changes in pressure on the S-meter area (requires optional SU-1). After 10 minutes, if the barometric pressure rises, the 8 and 9 segments of the Smeter will blink. If the pressure goes down, the 4 and 5 segments of the S-meter will blink. ALTI: Indicates the Altitude (requires optional SU-1). OFF: Disables display of the sensor information. 5. Press the PTT switch to save the new setting and display the sensor information five seconds after releasing the PTT switch. 6. When you operate the radio, the display will change to show the frequency information, then resume the display of the sensor inforBAROMETRIC PRESSURE A LTITUDE mation after five seconds. 7. To disable the display of sensor information, repeat the above procedure, rotating the DIAL knob to select OFF in step 4 above.

TX BATTERY SAVER

The VX-6R also includes a useful Transmit Battery Saver, which will automatically lower the power output level when the last signal received was very strong. For example, when you are in the immediate vicinity of a repeater station, there generally is no reason to use the High Power output selection in order to achieve full-quieting access to the repeater. With the Transmit Battery Saver, the automatic selection of Low Power operation conserves battery drain significantly. To activate the Transmit Battery Saver: 1. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [0(SET)] key to enter the Set mode. 2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set Mode Item 70: TXSAVE. 3. Press the [0(SET)] key momentarily to enable adjustment of this Set Mode Item. 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to set this Set Mode Item to ON (thus activating the Transmit Battery Saver). 5. When you have made your selection, press the PTT switch to save the new setting and exit to normal operation.
ATT (FRONT END ATTENUATOR)
The attenuator will reduce all signals (and noise) by 10 dB, and it may be used to make reception more pleasant under extremely crowded conditions. 1. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [0(SET)] key to enter the Set mode. 2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set Mode Item 5: ATT. 3. Press the [0(SET)] key momentarily to enable adjustment of this Set Mode Item. 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to set this Set Mode Item to ON (thus activating the attenuator). 5. When you have made your selection, press the PTT switch to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. 6. If you wish to disable the attenuator, just repeat the above procedure, rotating the DIAL knob to select OFF in step 4 above. When the attenuator is activated, the Operating Mode icon (AM, FM, or WFM) will blink on the display.
DISABLING THE TX/BUSY INDICATOR
Further battery conservation may be accomplished by disabling the BUSY indicator which appears while the VX-6R is receiving a signal. Use the following procedure: 1. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [0(SET)] key to enter the Set mode. 2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set Mode Item 11: BSY.LED. 3. Press the [0(SET)] key momentarily to enable adjustment of this Set Mode Item. 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to set this Set Mode Item to OFF (thus disabling the BUSY indicator). 5. When you have made your selection, press the PTT switch to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. 6. If you wish to re-enable the BUSY Indicator, just repeat the above procedure, rotating the DIAL knob to select ON in step 4 above.
AUTOMATIC POWER-OFF (APO) FEATURE
The APO feature helps conserve battery life by automatically turning the radio off after a user-defined period of time within which there has been no dial or key activity. The available selections for the time before power-off are 0.5/1/3/5/8 hours, as well as APO Off. The default condition for the APO is OFF, and here is the procedure for activating it: 1. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [0(SET)] key to enter the Set mode. 2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set Mode Item 1: APO. 3. Press the [0(SET)] key momentarily to enable adjustment of this Set Mode Item. 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the desired time period after which the radio will automatically shut down. 5. When you have made your selection, press the PTT switch to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. When the APO is activated, the icon will appear at the upper right corner on the LCD. If there is no action by you within the time interval programmed, the microprocessor will shut down the radio automatically. Press and hold in the PWR switch for one second, to turn the radio back on after an APO shutdown, as usual.

AUTOMATIC POWER-ON FEATURE
The VX-6R also includes the capability to turn itself on after a programmed time interval. 1. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [0(SET)] key to enter the Set mode. 2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set Mode Item 41: ON TMR. 3. Press the [0(SET)] key momentarily to enable adjustment of this Set Mode Item. 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the desired time priod after which the radio will automatically turn on. Note that this is not the time of day when the radio will turn on; it is the numbaer of hours and minutes until the radio turns on. 5. When you have made your selection, press the PTT switch to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. When the radio is turned off, this activates the Automatic Power-On feature; a count-down timer in the display will show the time remaining until automatic switch-on. You may cancel the Automatic Power-On feature (to turn off the radio) by pressing and holding the PWR switch for one second while the Automatic Power-On feature is engaged. The Automatic Power-On feature will be ignored when the Wakeup feature is activated.
BUSY CHANNEL LOCK-OUT (BCLO)
The BCLO feature prevents the radios transmitter from being activated if a signal strong enough to break through the noise squelch is present. On a frequency where stations using different CTCSS or DCS codes may be active, BCLO prevents you from disrupting their communications accidentally (because your radio may be muted by its own Tone Decoder). The default setting for the BCLO is OFF, and here is how to change that setting: 1. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [0(SET)] key to enter the Set mode. 2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set Mode Item 6: BCLO. 3. Press the [0(SET)] key momentarily to enable adjustment of this Set Mode Item. 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to set this Set Mode Item to ON (thus activating the BCLO feature). 5. When you have made your selection, press the PTT switch to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. Remember that BCLO is controlled by the Noise Squelch; if you have DCS or TSQ engaged, BCLO will inhibit transmission if a station is on frequency but not transmitting the proper tone; BCLO will thus prevent you from interfering with the other station's transmission.
TRANSMITTER TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT)
The TOT feature provides a safety switch which limits transmission time to a pre-programmed value. This will promote battery conservation by not allowing you to make excessively-long transmissions, and in the event of a stuck PTT switch (perhaps if the radio or a Speaker/Mic is wedged between car seats) it can prevent interference to other users as well as battery depletion. As configured at the factory the TOT feature is set to 3 minutes, and here is the procedure for activating it: 1. Press the [F/W] key, then press the [0(SET)] key to enter the Set mode. 2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set Mode Item 67: TOT. 3. Press the [0(SET)] key momentarily to enable adjustment of this Set Mode Item. 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the Time-Out Timer to the desired Maximum TX time (2.5/5/10 minutes), or OFF. 5. When you have made your selection, press the PTT switch to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. 1) When your transmission time is within 10 seconds of the Time-Out Timer expiration, an Alert bell will provide an audible warning from the speaker. 2) Since brief transmissions are the mark of a good operator, try setting up your radios TOT feature for a maximum transmission time of one minute. This will significantly improve battery life, too!

MISCELLANEOUS SETTING

Setting of the Automatic Power-Off feature. Enables/Disables the Receiver Front-end (10 dB) Attenuator. Enables/Disables the Busy Channel Lock-Out feature. Selects the Channel Counter Search Width. Shifting of the CPU clock frequency. Enables/Disables the CW Training feature and selects the sending speed of the Morse Code.
1 [APO] 5 [ATT] 6 [BCLO] 12 [CH CNT] 13 [CLK.SFT] 15 [CWTRNG] OFF / 30MIN / 1HOUR / 3HOUR / 5HOUR / 8HOUR OFF / ON OFF / ON 5 MHz / 10 MHz / 50 MHz / 100 MHz OFF / ON OFF / 4WPM-13WPM / 15WPM / 17WPM / 20WPM / 24WPM / 30WPM / 40WPM (20CPM - 65CPM (5CPM multiples) / 75CPM / 85CPM /100CPM / 120CPM / 150CPM / 200CPM) OFF / ON OFF / ON --LVL 1 - LVL 10 (LVL 5) OFF / 00H10M (00:10) - 24H00M (24:00) (10 minutes multiples) DC / MSG / OFF -OFF / 20MS / 50MS / 100MS / 200MS OFF / S1 / S2 / S3 / S4 / S5 / S6 / S7 / S8 / S9 / S9+ AUTO / N-FM / AM / W-FM SINGLE / CONT OFF / ON 5.0k / 10.0k / 12.5k / 15.0k / 20.0k / 25.0k / 50.0k / 100.0k / AUTO OFF / 1MIN / 3MIN / 5MIN / 10MIN BAND / ALL
Enables/Disables the Band-edge beeper while selecting the frequency via the DIAL knob. Reducing the Deviation level by 50 %. Illuminates the STROBE glows continuously in white. Adjust the microphone gain level. Set the ON Timer time.
25 [EDG.BEP] 27 [HLF.DEV] 34 [LED LT] 37 [MCGAIN] 41 [ON TMR]
Selects the Opening Message that appears when the radio is powered on. Programs and activates the Password feature. Select the time delay between when the PTT switch is pressed and the carrier is transmitted. Adjusts the RF Squelch threshold level. Selects the receiving mode. Selects the Smart Search Sweep mode. Enables/Disables split CTCSS/DCS coding. Setting of the synthesizer steps. Setting of the TOT time Enables or disables the VFO band edge limiting for the current band. 1: Depends on the frequency band. 2: Depends on the transceiver version. 3: Requires optional SU-1.
42 [OPN.MSG] 47 [PSWD] 48 [PTT.DLY] 50 [RF SQL] 52 [RX MD] 54 [S SRCH] 58 [SPLIT] 61 [STEP] 67 [TOT] 71 [VFO MD]
Set Mode Item 1 [APO] Function: Setting of the Automatic Power-Off feature. Available Values: OFF/30MIN/1HOUR/3HOUR/5HOUR/8HOUR Default: OFF Set Mode Item 2 [AR BEP] Function: Selects the Beep option during ARTS operation. Available Values: INRANG/ALWAYS/OFF Default: INRANG INRANG: Beeps sound only when the radio first detects that you are within range. ALWAYS: Beeps sound every time a polling transmission is received from the other station (every 15 or 25 seconds when in range). OFF: No alert beeps sound. Set Mode Item 3 [AR INT] Function: Selects the Polling Interval during ARTS operation. Available Values: 25 SEC/15 SEC Default: 25SEC Set Mode Item 4 [ARS] Function: Enables/Disables the Automatic Repeater Shift function. Available Values: ARS. ON/ARS.OFF Default: ARS. ON Set Mode Item 5 [ATT] Function: Enables/Disables the Receiver Front-end (10 dB) Attenuator. Available Values: OFF/ON Default: OFF Set Mode Item 6 [BCLO] Function: Enables/Disables the Busy Channel Lock-Out feature. Available Values: OFF/ON Default: OFF Set Mode Item 7 [BEEP] Function: Enables/Disables the keypad beeper. Available Values: ON/OFF Default: ON Set Mode Item 8 [BELL] Function: Selects the number of CTCSS/DCS Bell ringer repetitions. Available Values: OFF/1/3/5/8/CONT (Continuous ringing) Default: OFF

Set Mode Item 59 [SQL] Function: Sets the Squelch threshold level. Available Values: LVL 0 - LVL 15 (Narrow FM), LVL 0 - LVL 8 (Wide FM) Default: LVL 1 (Narrow FM), LVL 2 (Wide FM) Set Mode Item 60 [SQL.TYP] Function: Selects the Tone Encoder and/or Decoder mode. Available Values: OFF/TONE/T SQL/DCS/RV TN Default: OFF TONE: CTCSS Encoder TSQL: CTCSS Encoder/Decoder DCS: Digital Coded Encoder/Decoder RV TN: Reverse CTCSS Decoder (Mutes receiver when matching tone is received) Note: See also Set Mode Item 58: SPLIT regarding additional selections available during Split Tone operation. Set Mode Item 61 [STEP] Function: Setting of the synthesizer steps. Available Values: 5.0k/10.0k/12.5k/15.0k/20.0k/25.0k/50.0k/100.0k, or AUTO Default: AUTO (Step automatically changes according to operating frequency.) Set Mode Item 62 [SU1.ALT] Function: Selects the measurement units for the altimeter (require optional SU-1), and correcting the altimeter. Available Values: M (meter)/Ft (feet), offset: 1000 to +1000 Default: Depends on the transceiver version. Note: OPTION will be displayed if the SU-1 is not installed. Set Mode Item 63 [SU1.BRM] Function: Selects the measurement units for the Barometric Pressure (require optional SU-1), and correction of the Barometric Pressure. Available Values: HP (hpa)/MB (mbar)/HG (mmHg)/IC (inch), offset: 1000 to +1000 Default: Depends on the transceiver version. Note: OPTION will be displayed if the SU-1 is not installed. Set Mode Item 64 [SU1.SET] Function: Selects the display of the sensor units information. Available Values: OFF/BARO/ALTI Default: OFF Note: The barometric pressure (BARO) and altitude (ALTI) information require the optional SU-1.
Set Mode Item 65 [TEMP] Function: Indicates indicate the current temperature inside the transceivers case and selects the measurement units (F or C) for the temperature sensor. Set Mode Item 66 [TN FRQ] Function: Setting of the CTCSS Tone FreCTCSS TONE FREQUENCY (Hz) 67.0 69.3 71.9 74.4 77.0 79.7 quency. Available Values: 50 standard CTCSS tones 82.5 85.4 88.5 91.5 94.8 97.4 100.0 103.5 107.2 110.9 114.8 118.8 Default: 100.0 Hz 123.0 127.3 131.8 136.5 141.3 146.2 151.4 156.7 159.8 162.2 165.5 167.9 Set Mode Item 67 [TOT] 171.3 173.8 177.3 179.9 183.5 186.2 Function: Setting of the TOT time 189.9 192.8 196.6 199.5 203.5 206.5 Available Values: OFF/1MIN/3MIN/5MIN/ 210.7 218.1 225.7 229.1 233.6 241.8 250.3 254.1 10MIN Default: 3MIN The time-out timer shuts off the transmitter after continuous transmission of the programmed time. Set Mode Item 68 [TS MUT] Function: Enables/Disables the receiver audio output while the Tone Serch Scanner is activated. Available Values: OFF/ON Default: ON Set Mode Item 69 [TS SPD] Function: Selects the Tone Serch Scanner speed. Available Values: FAST (2.5 tone/sec)/SLOW (1.25 tone/sec) Default: FAST Set Mode Item 70 [TXSAVE] Function: Enables/Disables the Transmitter Battery Saver. Available Values: OFF/ON Default: OFF Set Mode Item 71 [VFO MD] Function: Enables or disables the VFO band edge limiting for the current band. Available Values: BAND/ALL Default: BAND BAND: When the VFO frequency reaches the high band edge of the current band, the VFO frequency will jump to the low band edge of the current band (or vice versa). ALL: When the VFO frequency reaches the high edge of the current band, the VFO frequency will jump to the low band edge of the next band (or vice versa).

144/430 MHz Dual-Band Hand-Held FM Transceiver *

VX-6R/E

*E for European version
144/430 MHz FM DUAL BAND SUBMERSIBLE

222 MHz for US Version

Actual size
Ideal for severe field use! With wide-band reception, rugged and submersible design, the powerful EAI "man down" feature, and simple keyboard commands, the VX-6R/E* is loaded with features for the toughest outdoor applications!
Direct Memory Recall feature provides One-Touch Stored Frequencies Access, just like on a Car Stereo!
Full keyboard operation is powerful, but in an emergency it can seem confusing. The VX-6R/E, though, adopts a one-touch DMR (Direct Memory Recall) system operating just like your car stereo does. Just tune to a frequency, press a numerical key for about two seconds to store the frequency, and then just touch that key to recall the stored frequency instantly!

DMR Preset Frequencies

5 DMR USA Version 145.00 MHz 6 222.00 MHz 146.52 MHz kHz 147.50 MHz 8 88.00 MHz 435.00 MHz 9 76.00 MHz 440.00 MHz 0 120.00 MHz 5 DMR EXP Version 144.00 MHz 6 144.00 MHz 144.00 MHz 7 144.00 kHz 144.00 MHz 8 144.00 MHz 144.00 MHz 9 144.00 MHz 144.00 MHz 0 144.00 MHz
*For Export model, you can store your favorite frequencies.
Huge 900-channel Memory Capacity with 24 Memory Banks and Two "Special Memory" Groups.
Huge 900-Channel, 24-Banks Memory System Each of the 900 available memory channels may be assigned an alpha-numeric "Tag" (label), for quick identification of the channel. The 24 memory banks may store up to 100 channels each, and a channel may be assigned into multiple banks, if desired. And you can assign an identification tag to each memory bank.

Memory Channel

CH 000 CH 001 CH 002 CH 003 CH 004 CH 005 CH 006 145.000 MHz 145.500 MHz 438.020 MHz 446.020 MHz 145.700 MHz 439.800 MHz 128.800 MHz
Memory Bank "1"
144 MHz Amateur Band Channels
Memory Bank "2"
430 MHz Amateur Band Channels
Memory Bank "3"
All Amateur Band Channels
Memory Bank "4"
Club Channels CH 997 145.620 MHz CH 998 433.200 MHz CH 999 128.600 MHz
Memory Bank "5"

Air Band Channels

Three Special Memory Banks for Shortwave, Marine, and Weather Broadcast Stations! 89 Shortwave Broadcast Channels, representing many of the most popular broadcast stations in the world, are pre-loaded and labeled at the factory. You may change the contents of these channels, to customize the channels for your listening preferences. The U.S. version of the VX-6R/E includes ten NOAA weather broadcast channels, and the VX-6R/E can watch for the 1050-Hz "Severe Weather" alert, warning you of the approach of dangerous weather conditions. 280 Marine Channels are also pre-programmed at the factory, letting you get in on all the maritime action in your area! Other Memory Features
"Nuisance channel Skip" feature for eliminating unwanted frequencies from VFO scanning 50
sets of band-limit "Programmable Memory Scan" channels for restricting operation to band segments 12 quick-recall "Home" channels, one per band "Memory Only" mode, ideal for simplifying operation during public-service events.
144/430 MHz Dual-Band 5 W Hand-Held FM Transceiver
Ergonomic Design is Ideal for Operation when Wearing Gloves
The Channel Selector and Volume knobs are a new and unique design, with deep grooves allowing easy adjustment, even when wearing gloves during cold weather.

VX-6R/E*

*Simulated LCD display
Outdoor-ready Features including Waterproof Rating, Emergency Automatic ID (EAI) system, and Weather Sensor Capability
The VX-6R/E includes a host of features ideally suited for use in the outdoor environment, especially in search-and-rescue situations! Compact Polycarbonate Resin and Aluminum Die-Cast Case with Solid Waterproofing Seal
(guaranteed at depth of up to 3 feet for 30 minutes)
Five Watts of Power Output, using High-Capacity Lithium-Ion Battery (supplied)
The supplied FNB-80LI (7.4 V/1400 mAh) provides up to 5 Watts of power output on both the 144 and 430 MHz bands. This high battery capacity provides a typical operating time of 7 hours, depending on operating conditions.
Outstanding Power-Management Features New "Wake-Up" Feature Checks for Activity when Radio is Turned Off!
The new "Wake-Up" battery saver feature provides unparalleled preservation of battery current. With "Wake-Up" engaged, "WAKEUP" will appear on the display but otherwise the transceiver is turned completely off; every 5 to 30 seconds the VX-6R/E will turn itself back on and check for activity on the current operating frequency. If no activity is found, the radio will go back to sleep for another 5 to 30 seconds. Additional battery saving features include: Automatic Power-Off (APO), that turns the radio off after a programmed period of keystroke activity. Password Feature, that lets you engage a fourdigit password requirement for operation; this can prevent children or other unauthorized users from turning your radio on and draining the battery. Receive Battery Saver, that turns off most transceiver functions but periodically (0.2/0.3/0.5/1/2 sec.) checks the current operating frequency for activity. TX Battery Saver, that automatically turns the transmitter power down when you are in contact with an extremely strong local station. On Timer, that lets you program the time of day when the radio will automatically turn on, eliminating the need to leave it on during times when you won t be available to use it. DC Voltmeter, that lets you monitor the status of the internal battery or external power source.

Charger Information Display
Red and Greed LEDs, plus the LCD, provide real-time monitoring of the status of battery charging.
The VX-6R/E is rated to JIS7 specifications for submersion (up to 30 minutes at a depth of up to three feet), and because the microphone jack is sealed against water ingress, you can even use the CMP460 Speaker-Microphone while maintaining the submersibility of the VX-6R/E!
The optional FBA-23 Battery Case permits emergency operation using two AA Alkaline batteries (not supplied.) For emergency transmission, a power output of 0.3 Watts is available, or 0.05 Watts on the "Low" power setting. For receiveonly operation, a pair of AA cells will provide approximately 15 hours of operation. If you connect the E-DC-6 External DC Cord, or the E-DC-5B DC Cable with Cigarette Lighter Plug, you can operate the VX-6R/E at full power and charge the battery at the same time.
Wide-band Receiver Coverage for Catching All the Action!
In addition to full operation on the 144 and 430 MHz Amateur bands, the VX-6R/E provides a wide range of monitoring excitement, thanks to its receiver s incredible frequency coverage of 504 kHz to 998.99 MHz. We recommend the use of an external antenna for best performance on particular bands of interest, such as Shortwave. Cellular coverage is blocked and non-restorable.
Big-Radio Features in a Compact Package!
via 64 special DTMF memories plus SRG (Sister Radio Group) one-digit access without touching a DTMF key Microphone Gain adjustment Key Beep level adjustment PTT Delay, to minimize wind noise right after the PTT switch is pressed, especially when using a VOX headset CW Training feature that can send fivecharacter Morse Code groups, to help you improve your code proficiency.
Waterproof Connectors and Microphone Jack
Easy access to WiRES Internet Linking system

Submersible Mic Plug

Convenient Selective Calling and Paging Features!
New Two-Tone CTCSS Paging The Two-Tone CTCSS Paging function utilizes a pair of alternating subaudible tones for selective calling. The LCD will indicate if a call came in that you missed, allowing you to return the call. 50-Tone CTCSS Tone Squelch and Digital Code Squelch Systems For everyday repeater and public-service operations, full-featured CTCSS and DCS Encoder/Decoder systems are built into every VX-6R/E. DCS Inversion is also provided, and the CTCSS Reverse Tone capability can also mute your receiver when a particular CTCSS tone is received (helpful if more than one repeater is within range, and you want to null out one of them). CTCSS and DCS Tone/Code Search are also provided, along with an alarm bell feature. Auto-Range Transponder System (ARTS) ARTS uses the power of DCS signaling to provide a handshake capability between two ARTSequipped radios, to verify communication range.

Weather Sensor Capability
The optional SU-1 Barometric Pressure Sensor unit permits monitoring of sudden weather changes by monitoring atmospheric pressure. Although not designed for precise pressure measurements, it can be a valuable tool for alerting you to possiblydangerous changes in weather conditions.

Barometric Pressure

Performance Features for the Experienced Hand-Held User!

SU-1 Altitude

Three Powerful Emergency Features EAI Feature: Ideal for Outdoor Operation! The EAI feature lets you and your support team configure your radios so that, in the event of a climbing or hiking accident that leaves one of you incapacitated, someone else can command your VX-6R/E to transmit without you pressing the PTT, allowing the others to use your signal to perform direction finding and effect a rescue.
Versatile Scanning for the Monitoring Enthusiast!
The wide array of high-speed scanning features of the VX-6R/E provide you with many avenues of monitoring pleasure. Among the scanning features are: VFO Scanning of the entire band or a programmed (PMS) band segment, with the ability to skip over constant-carrier "nuisance" channels. Memory Scan of all memories, two types of Name Tag "wild card" scanning, scanning of memories just on a particular band, scanning of speciallydesignated memories only, and scanning of the PMS memories. You can also designate certain memories to be skipped during scanning. Scanning within a particular Memory Bank. Scanning of multiple Memory Banks via the "Memory Bank Link" mode.
Channel counter function for determining the frequency of a nearby station Smart Search automatic 31-channel scanning/loading system 10 dB Attenuator for use in strong-signal environments Time-Out Timer (TOT) that will disengage transmission after programmed time interval (to prevent interference to others caused by accidental "stuck microphone" condition Busy Channel Lockout (BCLO) feature prevents transmission when the current frequency is in use RF Squelch keeps receiver muted until a signal exceeding a certain S-meter reading is received 16-digit, 10-memory DTMF Autodialer for Autopatch use Automatic Repeater Shift (ARS) Opening "Splash Screen" message is programmable Wide range of available options.
Power Output/Power Source Chart (Approximately)

HIGH FNB-80LI or EXT DC

( )220 MHz/USA Version

Emergency Feature

An "Emergency" function is also provided that will transmit your Callsign on the UHF Home Channel, while simultaneously flashing the CW ID in bright white light on the transceiver s LED and beeping the CW ID loudly from the speaker.

LOW3 2.5W

(1.0 W)

LOW2 1.0W

(0.5 W)

LOW1 0.05W

(0.2 W)

(1.5 W)

FBA-"AA" Alkalines
Battery Operating Times (Approximately)
Band 144 MHz 430 MHz Receive Only FNB-80LI 7 hours 6 hours 15 hours Battery Case 6.5 hours
Easy-to-Use Ultra-Bright Emergency Flashing LED
In an emergency, the transceivers LED may be engaged continuously in its "Bright White" mode, instead of the usual red or green color, and may be used as a signal lamp or flashlight.
Note: Operating times may vary depending on operating conditions, and are based on a duty cycle of 6 seconds of transmission at 5 Watts, six seconds of reception at 50% audio level, and 48 seconds of standby operation.

Specifications

General
Frequency Ranges (USA Version) 0.5 - 1.8 MHz (BC Band), 1.8 - 30 MHz (SW Band), 30 - 76(59) MHz (50 MHz HAM Band), 76(59) - 108 MHz (FM Band), 108 - 137 MHz (Air Band), 137 - 174 MHz (144 MHz HAM Band), 174 - 222 MHz (VHF TV Band), 222 - 420 MHz (ACT1 Band), 420 - 470 MHz (430 MHz HAM Band), 470 - 800 (729) (UHF TV Band), (757 - 774) (UHF TV Band), 800 - 998.990 MHz (ACT2 Band;USA Cellular Blocked) TX 144 - 146(148) MHz, 222 - 225 MHz (USA only) 430 - 440(450) MHz, 5/9/10/12.5/15/20/25/50/100 kHz 5 ppm @ 14 F to 122 F (10 C to +50 C) 600 kHz (144 MHz), 1.6/5.0/7.6 MHz (430 MHz) F2D, F3E 50 Nominal: 7.4 V DC, Negative Ground Operating: 5.0 ~ 16.0 V DC (EXT DC Jack) 11.0 ~ 16.0 V DC (EXT DC Jack while Charging) 150 mA (Receive) 60 mA (Standby, Saver Off) 20 mA (Standby, Saver On) 1 mA (ON Timer Activated) 200 mA (Auto Power Off) 1.6 A (5 W TX, 144 MHz) 1.5 A (1.5 W TX, 222 MHz: USA only) 1.8 A (5 W TX, 430 MHz) 4 F to 140 F (20 C to +60 C) 2.3 (W) x 3.5 (H) x 1.1 (D) (58 x 89 x 28.5 mm) (w/o knob, antenna, and belt clip) 9.5 Oz (270 g) with FNB-80LI, and antenna High Low 3 Low MHz/430 MHz 5.0 W 2.5 W 1.0 W 222 MHz (USA Only) 1.5 W 1.0 W 0.5 W Variable Reactance F2D, F3E 5.0 kHz (F2D, F3E) At least 60 dB down (@ High power) At least 50 dB down (@ Low 2 and Low 1 power) 2 k Low 1 0.3 W 0.2 W RX
MIC/SP Jack Antenna VOL/PWR Knob
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) PTT(Push To Talk) Switch

DIAL Knob

EXT DC Jack

MONI Switch

Microphone

Channel Steps Frequency Stability Repeater Shift Emission Type Antenna Impedance Supply Voltage (Negative Ground) Current Consumption (Approx. @7.4 V)

Power Switch Speaker

DMR Key

Function Key Keypad

TX/BUSY Indicator Lamp

Available Options

Operating Temperature Case Size Weight

Transmitter

RF Power Output
Modulation Type Maximum Deviation Spurious Emission Microphone Impedance

MH-57A4B

Speaker/Microphone

CMP460A

Waterproof Speaker/Microphone

Earpiece/Microphone

VOX Headset

Receiver

Circuit Type IFs AM, NFM: Double-Conversion Superheterodyne WFM: Triple-Conversion Superheterodyne 1st 2nd 3rd AM, NFM: 47.25 MHz 450 kHz WFM: 47.25 MHz 10.7 MHz 1 MHz 1.0 V TYP for 10 dB SN (1.8-30 MHz, AM) 0.35 V TYP for 12 dB SINAD (30-54 MHz, NFM) 0.5 V TYP for 12 dB SINAD (54-76(59) MHz, NFM) 1 V TYP for 12 dB SINAD (76(59)-108 MHz, WFM) 1.5 V TYP for 10 dB SN (108-137 MHz, AM) 0.2 V for 12 dB SINAD (137-140 MHz, FM) 0.16 V for 12 dB SINAD (140-150 MHz, FM) 0.2 V for 12 dB SINAD (150-174 MHz, FM) 0.5 V TYP for 12 dB SINAD (174-250 MHz, WFM) 0.5 V for 12 dB SINAD (300-350 MHz, NFM) 0.2 V for 12 dB SINAD (350-420 MHz, NFM) 0.18 V for 12 dB SINAD (420-470 MHz, NFM) 1.0 V for 12 dB SINAD (470-540 MHz, WFM) 1.0 V TYP for 12 dB SINAD (580-800 MHz, WFM) 0.5 V TYP for 12 dB SINAD (800-999.990 MHz, NFM) AM, NFM: 12 kHz/35 kHz (6 dB /60 dB) WFM: 200 kHz/300 kHz (6 dB /20 dB) 200 mW @ 8 for 10 % THD (@ 7.4 V) 400 mW @ 8 for 10 % THD (@ 13.8 V)

Sensitivity

CD-15A

FBA-23

E-DC-5B
DC Cable with Cigarette-Lighter Adapter

E-DC-6

DC Cable; plug and wire only
Rapid Charger 2 x"AA" Cell Battery Case (requires NC-72B/C/U*) (batteries not supplied)

BNC-to-SMA Adapter

Barometric Pressure Sensor Unit

Microphone Adapter

CSC-91

Soft Case

Selectivity AF Output
*B for 120 VAC/C for 220-240 VAC/ U for 230 VAC Supplied Accessories FNB-80LI 7.4 V, 1,400 mAh Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack NC-72B/C/U* 5-Hour Battery Charger YHA-67 Antenna Belt Clip Hand Strap
Specifications are subject to change without notice, and are guaranteed within the 144, 222, and 430 MHz amateur bands only. Frequency ranges will vary according to transceiver version; check with your dealer.
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