Yaesu VX-8R
6m/2m/222/440 MHz

The VX-8R has
been replaced
by the VX-8DR
Please see below.

Yaesu VX-8DR
6m/2m/222/440 MHz
APRS Enhanced

Order #1608
List Price:   $566.00
Your Price: $439.95
                 

Included at no
extra charge:
Pocket Knife
valid to 09/30/13 with
VX-8DR purchase

Previous Models:
VX-7R
VX-5R

Features | Specifications | Accessories | View Larger | VX8 Comparison Chart |  

 

The Yaesu VX-8R HT provides a full 5 watts FM on 50/144/430 MHz plus 1.5 watts on 222 MHz. It supports Bluetooth® hands-free operation with the optional BU-1 and BH-1 or BH-2 accessories. There is also an optional GPS unit and antenna with loads of features. This radio supports APRS 1200/9600 bps data communication (B band only). Like the VX7R, the VX8R is submersible and meets IPX57 specifications (3 feet for minimum of 30 minutes). A powerful 7.4 V 1100 mAh Lithium Ion battery is included. This HT is small, intuitive to operate only 2.36 x 3.74 x 0.92 inches (thinner than VX-7R). It supports simultaneous independent 2-signal dual receive function with both V + V or U + U. It has weather band receive with Weather Alert. A barometric sensor is included. You can even operate Amateur radio while receiving FM broadcasts! The receive coverage is wider than VX-7R, with an independent AM/FM broadcast receiver circuit. The dot matrix LCD display provides memory tag up to a maximum of 16 characters. You even get a high-resolution Spectrum Analyzer with ±60 channels indication with wave monitoring of received/modulated signal! And DCS and CTCSS encode and decode is standard. The VX-8R has been replaced by the VX-8DR. Please see below.

The Yaesu VX-8DR is an APRS® enhanced version of the popular VX-8R. Key additional features of the VX-8DR include:
   Smart Beaconing™ Function.
   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.
   Heads up compass display to the GPS screen.
   The Message received LED flashing rate is selectable.
   The number of DIGI-PATH route settings has increased from 1 to 7.

(Please also see the Yaesu VX-8GR that covers 2 meters and 440 MHz (RX 108-999 MHz (less cellular) with built-in GPS).

The VX-8R, VX-8DR and VX-8GR come with the SMA antenna, FNB-101LI Lithium Ion battery pack (7.4V 1100 mAh), belt clip and slow charger. (The slow charger should only be used for receive, because it is not capable of supplying sufficient current to support transmit).

Order #	Photo	Item	Description	List Price	Your Price	Order
#2303		ADMSVX8	Windows XP, Vista, 7 software CD and CT-59 Cable (USB to 7-pin mini plug). Now for VX8R and VX-8DR (not for VX-8GR). VIEW	$82.31	$59.95
		BH-1	Bluetooth stereo headset (requires BU-1, FEP-4). INFO	Not VX8R compatible!
		BH-1A	Bluetooth stereo headset (requires BU-1 or BU-2, FEP-4). [Not for VX-8GR]	Discontinued
		BH-2	Bluetooth mono headset (requires BU-1). INFO	Not VX8R compatible!
#3365		BH-2A	Bluetooth mono headset (requires BU-1 or BU-2). [Not for VX-8GR]	$110.00	$79.95
		BU-1	Bluetooth adapter unit for the radio. [Not for VX-8GR]	Discontinued
#4877		BU-2	Bluetooth adapter unit for the radio. [Not for VX-8GR] INFO	$110.00	$82.95
		BTK-4	Bluetooth Kit:  BH-1A, BU-1, NC-85B, CD-40. [Not for VX-8GR]	Discontinued
#3348		BTK-5	Bluetooth Kit:  BH-2A, BU-1, NC-85B, CD-40. [Not for VX-8GR]	$230.00	$169.95
#5220		CD-40	Charger cradle for BH1 and BH2 (Requires NC-85B or PA-48B AC adapter). [Not for VX-8GR]	$30.00	$22.95
#5173		CD-41	Rapid Charging cradle (requires NC-86B or PA-48B). INFO	$50.00	$37.95
#5176		CSC-93	Vinyl Carry Case	$20.00	$15.95
#5175		CT-131	Microphone adapter. VIEW	$40.00	$30.95
#3539		CT-134	Clone adapter cable. [Not for VX-8GR]	$50.00	$37.95
#5219		CT-136	GPS Adapter. [Not for VX-8GR]	$50.00	$37.95
#4946		CT-M11	External headset connection bare cable. INFO	$30.00	$23.95
#1693		EDC-5B	DC Cable with voltage regulation and cigarette lighter plug.	$30.00	$23.95
#3116		EDC-6	DC Cable only.	$10.00	$7.95
#3068		FBA-39	Cell Holder (3 x AA).	$40.00	$29.95
#5032		FEP-4	Earphone for BH-1/1A	$19.00	$16.95
#3073		FGPS-2	GPS Antenna. [Not for VX-8GR] INFO	$110.00	$79.95
#4966		FNB-101LI	Lithium Ion Battery Pack 7V 1100 mAh	$80.00	$59.95
#5171		FNB-102LI	Lithium Ion Battery Pack 7V 1800 mAh	$100.00	$72.95
#5130		MH-74A7A	Waterproof Speaker Mic	$85.00	$64.95
#3155		NC-85B	AC wall charger for CD-40 Charges in 3.5 hours.	$20.00	$16.95
		NC-86B	Battery slow charger for VX-8R/8DR/8GR (5-8 hours).	Discontinued
#5854		PA-48B	Battery slow charger for VX-8R/8DR/8GR (5-8 hours) 100-240VAC input. VIEW	$30.00	$22.95
#0531		SMA-BNC	RF adapter to connect a BNC type antenna to the SMA antenna jack.	$5.95	$4.99
#4513		SMA-SO239	Low-loss 4 foot LMR100 RF adapter cable to safely connect a PL259 type antenna to the SMA antenna jack.	$18.95	$18.95
#2958		POCKET VX8R	This handy 248 page (2.75 x 4.25") pocket reference covers the original VX-8R. A mini manual with all information on all the Control, DTMF, Memory, Keypad, Receiver, Scan, Tone, Transmitter and ARTS (Auto Range Transpond System) operations, Bluetooth, GPS, and APRS operation. Also includes Menu Summary, LCD Display details plus an extensive index with cross referenced pages.	$12.99	$12.99
#5624		POCKET VX8DR	This handy (2.75 x 4.25") pocket reference covers the VX-8DR. All operational aspects are covered. This is a terrific little resource. 252 well organized pages, and the type is large enough you can actually read it. It should sell for much more. We highly recommend this publication.	$12.99	$12.99
#0646		COMBO VX8R	Nifty 15 laminated page, spiral-bound Mini-manual, plus a laminated Quick Reference card for your wallet.	$24.95	$22.95
#5518		COMBO VX8DR	Nifty 22 laminated page, spiral-bound Mini-manual, plus a laminated Quick Reference card for your wallet. VIEW	$24.95	$22.95
#1609		KNIFE	Five function pocket knife. INFO	$4.95	$4.95
#5883		GO BAG	This insulated carry case will hold your HT, batteries, accessories, Repeater Directory and more. INFO	$7.95	$7.95