This software is much better than the over priced adms package from yaesu. The yaesu vx 7r black is the best outdoor handy ever. Lets say the grid is down hard no electricity, so normal radio stations and tv are down for the count. Vx 7 commander, vx 2 commander, vx 5 commander, vr120 commander, and icr2 commander. There is a line of ultracompact lowerpower dualband 2 m and 70 cm transceivers that started with the vx 1r and was later updated with the vx 2r and vx 3r. Some rt systems cables such will not work with chirp under windows or mac os without some additional driver or chip configuration. Power output on 6 meters, 2 meters and 440 mhz is 52. However, should an unusual operating situation arise in which you need to change between the available operating modes fmnarrow, fmwide, and am, here is the procedure for doing so. Yaesu, vx7r lcd original q7000510b5 vx7r,vertex standard,horiz on,radio part. From the site you will see that this software support nearly all of the radios that accept programming from a computer. Kenmax usb programming cable for two way radio yaesu vertex vx6r vx6e vx7r vx7e vx120 vx127 vx170 vx177 3.
Chirp programming software for your amateur radio maxton. How would one go about getting info the frequencies that would be used, what methods of communication with others can be employed, etc. Virtual com port vcp drivers cause the usb device to appear as an additional com port available to the pc. The yaesu vx series is a line of two sequences of compact amateur radio handheld transceivers produced by yaesu. As a system that includes the rt systems programming software and cable, we can guarantee that you will successfully program your radio from the computer. I tried to add a few frequencies answered by a verified electronics technician. Receive coverage is 65108 fm broadcast band, 6174 and 400480 mhz. The yaesu vx6r is a multiband heavy duty submersible transceiver with extensive receive frequency coverage, providing localarea twoway amateur communications along with unmatched monitoring capability the vx6rs small size allows you to take it anywhere hiking, skiing, or while walking around town and its operating flexibility. Also you can have a backup of all the frequencies on your pc if you have to do a reset or anything.
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. Vx7 commander, vx2 commander, vx5 commander, vr120 commander, and icr2 commander. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. Box 75525, 1118 zn schiphol, the netherlands yaesu uk ltd. However, should an unusual operating situation arise in which you need to change between the available operating modes fmnarrow, fm. Yaesu vx 5 r vx 5 r vx5r programming interface schematics for yaesu vx5. Quick and easy programming of memory channels, memory names and set mode. If you are wondering what amateur radio is about, its basically a two way radio service where licensed operators throughout the world experiment and communicate with each other on frequencies reserved for license holders. Software and usb cable waterproof speaker microphone lithiumion 2.
The rt systems adms1g radio programming system includes the rt systems vx7 programming software for the yaesu vx7 radio and the rt systems usb57b cable. I already had a programming cable purchased some years ago for my ft60, so all i needed was the yaesu mic adaptor and a 332 to 18 adaptor to use this same cable with the vx 7. This gives the false impression that the software and cable are from yaesu rather than a 3rd party which is a bit misleading. Genuine yaesu su1 barometer unit for vx6r vx6e vx7r vx7e vxa210 ham radio. Nov 18, 2010 lets say the grid is down hard no electricity, so normal radio stations and tv are down for the count.
Wide frequency coverage from 500khz to 900mhz the vx 7r is ideal for monitoring a variety of broadcasts. Virtual com port vcp drivers cause the usb device to appear as. I cant for the life of me figure out how to do these two things. There is a line of ultracompact lowerpower dualband 2 m and 70 cm transceivers that started with the vx1r and was later updated with the vx2r and vx3r. Yaesu says masking page 50 in the manual might be the answer but it doesnt seem to correct the missing channels numbers. Oct 11, 2017 yaesu vx 8dr tutorial guide on how to use memory channels including programming naming and deleting. Yaesu vx5 commander download yaesu vx5 eve for marscapextended tx modification download note. Yaesu vx7r stepbystep programming guide noji ratzlaff. A modifications program for amateur radio enthusiasts who own the yaesu vx7. In order to get the best from jims programs you need to follow, precisely, the sequence of rig button pushing instructions jim recommends. I just purchased my yaesu vx 7r at the 08 dayton hamvention. How to do an out of band modification to expand the functionality of the yaesu vx7r.
Join the vx7r yahoo group and download the britain. See more ideas about ham radio, yaesu radio and silverado accessories. If you own the vx7r transceiver, which is the first amateur handheld to be. Summary of contents for yaesu vx7r page 1 488 nakameguro, meguroku, tokyo 1538644, japan vertex standard us headquarters 10900 walker street, cypress, ca 90630, u.
Vx7 radio programming software yaesu radio software. I had a list of something like 250 channels, repeaters on all four ham bands plus police, fire. Fortin amateur tech support amateur products division yaesu amateur radio uh ok. Sep 15, 2012 how to do an out of band modification to expand the functionality of the yaesu vx7r. If you own the vx7r transceiver, which is the first amateur handheld to be submersible, you may wish to modify it to enable transmission on mars and caps frequencies. Maxton data rpcy7ruf ftdi usb programming cable for yaesu ft250r ft270r ft277r vx 120 vx 127 vx 170 vx 177 as ct91 maxton data rpcy800uf ftdi usb programming cable for vertex standard vx530 vx 600 vx 6000 vx 800 vx 900 vx 4000. Receive coverage is 65108 fm broadcast band, 6174 and 400500 mhz. Valley enterprises yaesu usb ftdi radio programming cable vx6, vx7. The ft4xr 2 meter 440 mhz ht has three output power levels. I use vx7 commander to first perform a software mars mod, and then read the vx7r into rtsystems software, program the radio with the. Not only can mods be performed without modifying the circuit board on the radio, but its easier to use and more detailed in every aspect. It it differs from the 706 in that its not a linear adjustment. Yaesu vx7r transmit problems k3rrr kilo three triple r.
The vx 7r is available in both silver vx 7r and black vx 7rb versions. However, using the vx7 commander software method will save you. Kenmax usb programming cable for two way radio yaesu vertex vx 6r vx 6e vx 7r vx 7e vx 120 vx 127 vx 170 vx 177 3. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. Buy the programming software and cable for your computer.
Window programming software kit for the vx7 handheld radio. Yaesu usb ftdi radio programming cable vx6, vx7, vx170. 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. Yaesu vx 7 r vx 7 r vx7r modifikation tx in german with picture yaesu vx 7 r vx 7 r vx7r homebrew smd interface.
The vx7r case, keypad, speaker, and connectorts are carefully sealed to. Good software, once youve dealt with windowss strangenesses to get it set up. Radio programming software for the yaesu vx7 rt systems. Yaesu vx7 r vx 7 r vx7r user and service manual, modifications. Yaesu vx8dr tutorial guide on how to use memory channels including programming naming and deleting. Jul 04, 2015 ive used chirp for my baofeng uv5ra radio and the rtsystems software for my yaesu ft7800. Wide frequency coverage from 500khz to 900mhz the vx7r is ideal for monitoring a variety of broadcasts. Ftbasicmmo memory management for yaesu transceivers ft817, ft818, ft847, ft857, ft897 including nd and d models. I want to throw out what im using right now to program my radios that happen to support digital programming interfaces, which happens to be the baofeng uv5r and tonfa uv985. Maxton data rpcy7ruf ftdi usb programming cable for yaesu ft250r ft270r ft277r vx120 vx127 vx170 vx177 as ct91 maxton data rpcy800uf ftdi usb programming cable for vertex standard vx530 vx600 vx6000 vx800 vx900 vx4000. This software package will enable you to program memory channels using its very friendly interface, and it includes options for mars, caps and. Its rumored to be hackable in many ways and to have its origins in the japan defense radio 6. On startup, i can contact the local repeater and get its answer once, but thats it. The american version even transceivers with 300 mw on the 220 band.
Peration hanging the the vx7r provides for automatic mode changing when the radio is tuned to different operating frequencies. Ive used chirp for my baofeng uv5ra radio and the rtsystems software for my yaesu ft7800. Yeasu vx 7r ht, and reading the manual programmed the local repeaters, gave them alpha tags, pl tones, etc with no problem. Yaesu vx5 r vx 5 r vx5r user and service manual, modifications. This is a must if you plan on programing more than a handful of frequencies. How could a handheld radio such as a yaesu vx6r be of use. Users have reported that this download is compatible with the indicated operating systems but an x does not necessarily mean it isnt. The vx7r can be modified to transmit on mars and cap frequencies through both hardware and software techniques, however this radio does not meet ntia.
The rt systems adms1g radio programming system includes the rt systems vx 7 programming software for the yaesu vx 7 radio and the rt systems usb57b cable. The ft65r is compact and light, yet ruggedly constructed. This program does not perform management of any memory that is present in the hardware of the supported. Vx75r computer interface g4hfq radio programming software. If the cable wont pass this test, then it definitely wont work with any of the commander software.
Ive gone into the basic settings, set it to simp, and it still does the. Get the software i have the ft60 myself and i can tell you one thing to make things easy for you. You can do this in two ways, using a hardware method or a software method. Chirp free radio programming software chirp is constantly being updated and improved to work on more and more radio models, but often has major or minor issues when attempting to program baofeng hts, depending on the radio firmware version, and the baofengs firmware cannot be updated. View and download yaesu vx 7r operating manual online. Yaesu vx7r tech question i noticed that on my main channels i have programed in 6 but on my sub channels im missing some of these channels like 3 and 12 of the 36. Chirp programming software for your amateur radio maxton data.
Vx7 commander download a modifications program for amateur. The yaesu vx7r black is the best outdoor handy ever. Its not white noise like when the squelch is open, its different just a noise. With the adms1g programmer you can begin a new factory fresh file into which frequencies and option settings are entered. If you are a vendor and want to have your radio supported by chirp, please see informationforvendors.
Using the hardware method, you would need to remove some small solder. Pretty simple, just make sure that you only transmit on frequencies you are legally authorized to transmit on. The one you need is adms1g available at rt systems. Kc8unj radio programming software radio programming programs for yaesu and icom handheld transceivers. Software jim mitchell has provided us with two great programs for the vx5r and vx7r. The yaesu ft65r dualband 2 meter440 mhz has three output power levels. Yaesu vx 5 commander download yaesu vx 5 eve for marscapextended tx modification download note. The vx7r is available in both silver vx7r and black vx7rb versions. If your interning new repeater, you have to start with the frequency, not the first idem on the list, the alpha name tag. The speaker provides a full 1 watt of powerful, clear audio. The case, keypad, speaker and connectors are all sealed against water damage. A number of ham radio dealers sell the rt systems software and alongside the radios.
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