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 ^TM 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