Programming the yaesu vx8dr on macos, with the help of. Valley enterprises yaesu usb ftdi radio programming cable vx. I use virtualbox on my mac and run linux for chirp and a few other ham utilities. It is an easytouse little brother to the vx 7r, and is both rugged and submersible to jis7 standard of submersion to 3 feet for 30 minutes. How would one go about getting info the frequencies. The quadband yaesu vx8dr is a nifty little radio, but in many respects it also suffers from feature overload.
Only difficulty was me not following the directions that chirp was telling me to put the yaesu in clonetx mode. But if your windows installation is not stable, andor you cannot figure out serial port conflicts, then it really isnt the software s fault. 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. The yaesu vx series is a line of two sequences of compact amateur radio handheld transceivers produced by yaesu. Chirp programming software for your amateur radio maxton. The quadband yaesu vx 8dr is a nifty little radio, but in many respects it also suffers from feature overload.
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. The yaesu vx6r is not even in the same class as the baofengs but i included it in the comparison because its my favorite radio and i think most hams are going to enjoy something like this over a baofeng. Should i just use chirp to program this or should i take it back and get the rt systems package that includes the software cd. Note that not all functionality is supported on all radio models. In chirp the yaesu vx 6r is listed as vx 6, it is my understanding that the vx 6 and vx 6r are both programmed the same by chirp so i suggest for clarity it would be best to display the option as vx 6r so that new users understand that both models work in chirp. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface. I was too lazy to figure out chirp for the yaesu, but should have. 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. Vx6r use the left and right arrows to scroll through all models.
I did a hard reset on my radio now i dont have any frequencies programed in. Purchased a yaesu vx 170 and used the cable with osx sierra and chirp software. The rt systems admsvx6 radio programming system includes the rt systems vx6 programming software for the yaesu vx6 radio and the rt systems usb57b cable. These instructions will cover three of the main tasks to operate the radio. My vx 6r will not work on my macbook pro and ive been trying since like two oss ago.
Between my personal radios and the ones i use with the regional sar task force, ive used 8 different software versions from rt systems on mostly kenwood and yaesu radios. Buy rt systems original admsvx6 usb programming software version 5. 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. Just fyi, once in clone mode, yaesu initiates the transfer by pressing band. About yaesu vx6r modifications the resource is currently listed in in a single category. The yaesu vx series is a line of two sequences of compact amateur radio handheld. Specifications are subject to change without notice and are guaranteed within amateur bands only. Ive been very happy with the baofeng uv5ra, but baofeng has released some newer models on the market so i thought it was time to take a look at the current offerings. So ran a few tests with my vx 6 and latest chirp daily on my hackintosh w osx 10. Unfortunately for apple users, most prepackaged programming utilities i. Baofeng uv5ra, uvb5, uv82, and yaesu vx6r comparison. Ok for all you mac users and those who have usb connector problems. For a more complete view of everything supported, as well as which features are supported for which model, take a look at overview of supported features for the latest build.
I got the programming cable with it off amazon and it was a breeze to get it up and running with chirp software off my mac and ive already made a dozen or so qsos at 1020 miles using 6 watts. If you prefer to be anonymous write it in the message. Click here to write a new message or comment for vx6r note that the message is not related to any article click here to see the article list for vx6r. Continue reading baofeng uv5ra, uvb5, uv82, and yaesu vx6r comparison. Yaesu vx6r 2m70cm fm heavyduty dualband ultracompact fm hts are ideal for rigorous field use. This is a collection of programming helps also known as cheat sheets for many common amateur radios. This link is listed in our web site directory since saturday aug 29 2009, and till today yaesu vx6r modifications has been followed for a total of 2497 times. The cable for the yaesu vx7 actually works perfectly though. Yaesu vx6re is an excellent radio both for amateur and professional use. Thanks to all who have contributed to this listing.
In chirp the yaesu vx6r is listed as vx6, it is my understanding that the vx6 and vx6r are both programmed the same by chirp so i suggest for clarity it would be best to display the option as vx6 r so that new users understand that both models work in chirp. Rt systems original admsft2d usb programming software version 5. On top of giving you a wide range of operation on uhfvhf ham bands, the radio is also great for monitoring and pulling in stations with a receiver range that covers 504khz. Another title for this thread could be school me on emergency ham usage. Have you used chirp or rt systems programming software. New on the vx6r is the onetouch direct memory recall feature, that allows you to recall ten favorite memories. I bought a yaesu vx6r cable to chirp in some frequencies from a reputable us dealer. The main category is yaesu vx 6r that is about yaesu vx 6r. In chirp the yaesu vx6r is listed as vx6, it is my understanding that the vx6 and vx6r are both programmed the same by chirp so i suggest for clarity it would be best to display the option as vx6r so.
Frequency ranges and repeater shift may vary according to transceiver version worldwide. Lets say the grid is down hard no electricity, so normal radio stations and tv are down for the count. Hi dear friends, i was reading ok the memories of my vx6r. With wideband reception, rugged and submersible design and simple keyboard commands, these yaesu vx6r transceivers are loaded with features. The upside of that is that it didnt cost you anything. Yaesu vx 6r e is an excellent radio both for amateur and professional use. Amateur radio ham rig cheat sheets this is a collection of programming helps also known as cheat sheets for many common amateur radios. Follow the directions and you should not have a problem. I just got back from the local shop with an rt systems programming cable for my vx 6r, but they sold me the one without the software cd.
About yaesu vx 6r modifications the resource is currently listed in in a single category. The yaesu vx6r is a triband radio that allows you to transmit on 2 meters 144mhz, 1. May 31, 20 yaesu vx7r i found this radio to a little too complex for my tastes, i would constantly have to get out the manual to figure it out where the other three radios are pretty intuitive. It supports a growing list of radios across several manufacturers and allows transferring of memory. Do you have any tricks, modifications or constructions for homebrewed equipment that are not on mods. For some radios such as yaesu, the rt systems cable and software are sold alongside. The main category is programming radio software that is about programming radio software. Chirp is a free crossplatform, crossradio programming tool. Jun 09, 2010 until now, chirp development has been focused on icom products. Rt systems original admsvx6 usb programming software. It basically allows you to download the repeater lists for your area or any area you want onto a spreadsheet, edit the spreadsheet to include or exclude any stationsrepeaters you dont want to use and upload it to your radio. It is an easytouse little brother to the vx7r, and is both rugged and submersible to jis7 standard of submersion to 3 feet for 30 minutes. For being so complex, i couldnt find that it had an advantage over the vx6r other than dual receive.
Until now, chirp development has been focused on icom products. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. How to sync chirp with a yaesu vx8dr ham radio using mac. Programming the yaesu vx 8dr on macos, with the help of chirp and valley enterprises in a word, easy. May 25, 2011 chirp software for programming amateur radios chirp what is it. Yaesu vx6r 2m70cm fm heavyduty dualband ultracompact. The vx 6r is an ultrarugged 144430 mhz fm handheld featuring wide receiver coverage, jis7 submersibility, the yaesu exclusive emergency automatic identification eai system, and ultrasimple keyboard access to important features. Tri band ht, 144440220 amfm bcb wideband receive 504 khz998. Commander for the yaesu vx6r is a solid, supported program that works exactly as advertised, and runs perfectly on the windows versions cited by the author. The yaesu vx 6r is a triband radio that allows you to transmit on 2 meters 144mhz, 1. Using software like chirp is really the only way to go. Radio programming software for the yaesu vx 6 the admsvx6 programmer is designed to give you the ease and convenience of programming the memories and set menu options of your radio from your pc including settings for dstar operations. Ive been using chirp and a sundely cable for programming. Chirp software for programming amateur radios chirp what is it.
How could a handheld radio such as a yaesu vx6r be of use. Hello there are two bugsquestions id like to bring up. The main category is yaesu vx6r that is about yaesu vx6r. There are also a few non rigrelated references, see left below.
Feb 12, 2016 how to sync chirp with a yaesu vx 8dr ham radio using mac os duration. Purchased a yaesu vx170 and used the cable with osx sierra and chirp software. The vx6r is dualband tripleband in the us version fm handheld transceiver. In fact, you might even be tempted to think that the i in chirp was for icom. Receive coverage is 65108 fm broadcast band, 6174 and 400480 mhz. Yaesu vr120 programming software vr120 commander version 0. Rt systems makes commercial programming kits which include both software and a radiospecific cable.
Sundely usb programming clone cable cord lead for yaesu vertex standard horizon radio hx370e vx6r vx7e hx750 vx120 vxa700 1pin. Apr 06, 2020 i know my yaesu is made in japan and the baofeng in china not my favorite place especially now. Listed under the softwareradio programming category that is about programming radio software. New on the vx 6r is the onetouch direct memory recall feature, that allows you to recall ten favorite memories.
I show how to program a yaesu ft60r ht with the free chirp software. Yaesu vx6r vx 6r vx6r handheld amateur r radioworld. I just got back from the local shop with an rt systems programming cable for my vx6r, but they sold me the one without the software cd. About vx6 commander the resource is currently listed in in 2 categories. Image from page 1 of the yaesu vx6r operating manual. Remove c1040 10nf the middle of the five circuits remove c1036 3,3nf the black above is a resistor the brightbrown is c1036 a clear, natural sound of modulation opens the tx lowpassfilter. Programming the yaesu vx8dr on macos, with the help of chirp.
It works on windows and linux and macosx with a little work. Valley enterprises yaesu usb ftdi radio programming cable ft60, vx1, vx2, vx5. Commander for the yaesu vx 6r is a solid, supported program that works exactly as advertised, and runs perfectly on the windows versions cited by the author. The fact is that the kenwood radio doesnt have nearly as bright of a display as its yaesu counterpart. Rt systems vs chirp general i just got back from the local shop with an rt systems programming cable for my vx 6r, but they sold me the one without the software cd. Chirp is free, open source software thats used with a thirdparty programming cable. Two of the big names in radio programming are chirp and rt systems. The second time the connector came away from the cable. The ft4xr 2 meter 440 mhz ht has three output power levels.
I believe the usbconverter is correct usb 57b, as all programs respond to the initial band press when ready after that it hangs up. The vx6r is an ultrarugged 144430 mhz fm handheld featuring wide receiver coverage, jis7 submersibility, the yaesuexclusive emergency automatic identification eai system, and ultrasimple keyboard access to important features. Note that radios marked as variant are supported via a. Programming and using a yaesu vx6 handheld can be a complex task as the radio is almost entirely menu driven.
Vx6 radio programming software yaesu radio software. It is capable of being programmed by the open source chirp software. Jul 04, 2015 two of the big names in radio programming are chirp and rt systems. Yaesu vx 6r with optional mh57 speakermicrophone, courtesy of ki6kvy the vx 6r is dualband tripleband in the us version fm handheld transceiver. Chirp programming software for your amateur radio maxton data. The yaesu vx 6r is a multiband heavy duty submersible transceiver with extensive receive frequency coverage, providing localarea twoway amateur communications along with unmatched monitoring capability. But if your windows installation is not stable, andor you cannot figure out serial port conflicts, then it really isnt the softwares fault. New and exciting features of the vx6r are the emergency automatic id eai function, that will automatically cause your vx6r to transmit your callsign and engage your rigs microphone, even if you are disabled and unable to press the ptt switch. As a bonus, these usaversion radios transmit on 222225 mhz with 1. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. It supports a growing list of radios across several. Mar 12, 2009 ok for all you mac users and those who have usb connector problems.
This link is listed in our web site directory since sunday sep 20 2015, and till today vx 6 commander has been followed for a total of 387 times. Recently my wife got me a new ht, the quad band yaesu vx8dr. Chirp is een programma dat onder windows 10, mac en linux draait, waarmee je gemakkelijk vele portofoons en mobilofoons 2 meter en 70 cm sets kunt programmeren. The rt systems admsvx6 radio programming system includes the rt systems vx 6 programming software for the yaesu vx 6 radio and the rt systems usb57b cable. Enhanced paging and code squelch epcs, that allows you to page a particular station and only.
Vx5 radio programming software yaesu radio software. New yaesu ft3dr handheld transceiver the leading glock. Lately ive been using my yaesu vx7 and vx8 radios a little bit more for various reasons i. I just got back from the local shop with an rt systems programming cable for my vx6r. How to sync chirp with a yaesu vx8dr ham radio using mac os. The yaesu vx6r is a triple band handheld amateur radio transceiver with. About vx 6 commander the resource is currently listed in in 2 categories.
W2ntc a step by step tutorial on how to sync chirp software with a yaesu vx 8dr ham radio using. This link is listed in our web site directory since sunday sep 20 2015, and till today vx6 commander has been followed for a total of 387 times. Yaesu vx6r with optional mh57 speakermicrophone, courtesy of ki6kvy. The yaesu vx6r and kenwood thf6a do share some things in common, but they are two very different devices in many ways. Find great deals on ebay for yaesu vx 5r and yaesu vx 5r radio. When i updated the last chirp version chirp daily20180331 cloning doesnt. My vx6r will not work on my macbook pro and ive been trying since like two oss ago. Programming the yaesu vx8dr on macos, with the help of chirp and valley enterprises. Usb programming cable for yaesu vertex vx6e vx6r vx7e vx. Usb programming cable for yaesu vertex vx6e vx6r vx7e. The yaesu is much higher quality, and its designed to be an amateur radio which means its better at scanning and programming by hand. This link is listed in our web site directory since saturday aug 29 2009, and till today yaesu vx 6r modifications has been followed for a total of 2502 times.
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