Yaesu VX-2R, VX-2E brochure

144/430MHz ULTRA COMPACT FM DUAL BAND HANDIE

VX-2R/E

E for European Version

WORLD'S SMALLEST DUAL-BAND HT WITH WIDE-BAND RX

The world’s smallest Dual-Band HT with up to 1.5 Watts* of output power

The world’s smallest Dual-Band HT with up to 1.5 Watts* of output power

is your

is your

Broadcast, Marine and

Broadcast, Marine and

*1.5 W/144 MHz, 1 W/430 MHz

WIDE BAND RECEIVE

500 kHz — 960 MHz

(except 730-799 MHz and

blocked cellular freqs.)

high-tech gateway to the world, via VHF, UHF, Shortwave

high-tech gateway to the world, via VHF, UHF, Shortwave

Aircraft bands, or WIRES™ Internet linking!

Aircraft bands, or WiRES™ Internet linking!

ULTRA COMPACT and

LIGHT WEIGHT

HIGH OUTPUT POWER

1.5 W/1 W (2 m/ 70 cm)
(w/Li-Ion Battery)

3 W/2 W (2 m/ 70 cm)

(w/E-DC-21 Ext. DC Cable)

Aluminum
Diecast
Chassis

SPECIAL MEMORY BANKS

Marine Band

Shortwave broadcasts

NOAA Weather broadcasts

VERSATILE SCANNING

Memory Scan, Band Scan,

Sub-band Limited Scan,

Tone/DCS Scan

CTCSS/DCS BUILT IN

With "Split Tone" Capability

WiRES™ INTERNET LINKING

Internet Access Key and

DTMF Auto-dial Memories

OVER 1300

MEMORY CHANNELS

Utilizing 20 Memory Groups

ULTRA-THIN BATTERY

New-style High Capacity FNB-82LI

Lithium-Ion Battery

(3.7 V @ 1 Amp-Hour )

*Simulated LCD display

VX-2 Series

POWER-PACKED LIKE NO OTHER ULTRA-COMPACT HT

Ultra Compact, Ultra Rugged!

The VX-2 series unbelievably small, 1 Amp-hour Lithium-Ion
battery pack powers a high-efficiency PA circuit to
provide as much as 3 Watts (144 MHz) when using an
external power source. This from a case even smaller than
that of the VX-1R: 1.89" x 3.19" x 0.91" WHD (47 x 81 x 23 mm,
w/o knob and antenna), weighing just 4.7 ounces (132 g,
including antenna/FNB-82LI Battery). With its rugged
die-cast aluminum chassis, the VX-2 series is built to
last, and its big voice will get your transmission through!

Up to 3 Watts of Power Output!

Despite its compact size, the VX-2 series provides 1.5 Watts
of 144 MHz power output (430 MHz: 1 Watt) while using
the internal FNB-85LI Lithium-Ion Battery pack. Connect
the optional E-DC-21 DC Adapter Cable, and power output
increases to 3 Watts on 144 MHz, and 2 Watts on 430
MHz! And while the "Low Power" setting may be used
for short-range communications, you can just touch the
[F] key to engage "High" power for one transmission!

UNMATCHED OPERATING VERSATILITY IN AN ULTRA-COMPACT HT

Wide-Band Receiver Coverage!

Besides 144- and 430-MHz transceive operation, the
VX-2 series provides receive coverage of the AM (MF)
and FM broadcast bands, HF Shortwave Bands, VHF
and UHF TV bands, the VHF AM aircraft band, and a
wide range of commercial and public safety frequencies,
from 500 kHz up to 999 MHz are blocked.

Special Memory Banks!

Special pre-programmed Memory Banks are loaded, at
the factory, for monitoring of the Marine, Shortwave, and
NOAA Weather Bands, for quick access to stations of
interest. The Weather Band feature includes a "Severe
Weather" alert that sounds an alarm when the 1050 Hz
alert tone is transmitted by a NOAA weather broadcast
station (U.S. version), ideal for emergency operations.

CTCSS and DCS Systems Built In!

Both 50-tone CTCSS and 104-code Digital Code Squelch
(DCS) Encode/Decode systems are built into every VX-2
series, for ease of repeater access or silent monitoring of
busy channels. For systems requiring
operation, a "Split Tone" mode is included, too. And if
you don’t know the CTCSS or DCS information you need
when operating from a new location. Tone Search and
DCS Search functions are also provided!

User-Friendly Front Panel!

Thanks to the large button size, ergonomic case design,
and carefully-crafted operating firmware, the VX-2 series
is incredibly simple to operate the first time you pick it
up! And its keys and large LCD screen become illuminated
whenever a key is pressed or the tuning dial is turned,
for ease of nighttime use.

MH-34B4B

Compact Speaker
Microphone

About this brochure: we have made this brochure as comprehensive and factual as possible. We reserve the right, however, to make changes at any time in equipment, optional accessories, specifications,
model numbers, and availability. Precise frequency range may be different in some countries. Some accessories shown herein may not be available in some countries. Some information may have been
updated since the time of printing; please check with your Authorized Yaesu Dealer for complete details.

MH-37A4B

Compact Lapel Mic
with Earpiece

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144/430MHz ULTRA COMPACT FM DUAL BAND HANDIE

WiRES™

For ease of access to a local node station
utilizing Vertex Standard’s WiRES™
Internet Linking system, the front panel
"Internet" key generates the DTMF tone
needed for system access. And 16-digit,
9-memory DTMF Auto-dialer for
autopatch use, or Internet access via a

"Emergency" Feature

Activating the "Emergency" feature from the front panel,
you’ll place the VX-2 series on the 430 MHz "Home" channel
frequency you’ve selected,
an alarm beep will be
emitted from the speaker
(containing a CW "SOS"
message, if you like), and
the front panel’s Strobe
LED will flash a brilliant
white visual beacon.

Internet Access Key and DTMF Autodialer

UNMATCHED MEMORY MODE CAPABILITY

Scanning Modes for All Occasions!

The VX-2
channels,

series

allows you to scan just the memory

the entire operating band, or a portion of that
band. It will halt on signals encountered, so you can talk
to the station(s) on that frequency, if you like. The VX-2
series display will automatically become illuminated
when an active channel is found.

100 Programmable Band-Limit Memories!

To limit scanning within a user-defined sub-band range,
or to prevent incursion into the SSB/CW portions of the
bands, you may utilize the 50 pairs of Programmable
Memory Scan memories to establish sub-band limits for
tuning or scanning.

Preferential Scan List

Within the "regular" memories, you may designate certain
memories in a "Preferential Scan List." If scanning is
initiated while operating on one of the "preferred" channels,
the scanning loop will only include those channels on the
"preferred" list.

Over 1300 Memory Channels

The VX-2 series incredible memory capacity includes
900 "regular" memories, 11 "Home" channels, 50 pairs
of "Band Edge" memories, in addition to 100 channels
which allow you to "skip" particular frequencies during
band scanning. And each memory may have a six­character Label appended, for quick channel identification.

mixed CTCSS/DCS

AND MUCH, MUCH MORE. . .

Dual-Channel "Priority" Operation •VOX (optional

•

VC-25 Headset required)
to signals exceeding user-set signal strength

Counter Searches for frequency of strong nearbystation

Automatic Repeater Shift (ARS) •ARTS™ Auto-

•

Range Transponder System
(BCLO) •DC Voltage Meter •Wide/Narrow Deviation
Setting
data between two VX-2 series

Cloning For quick transfer of programming

•

For European Repeater Access

RF Squelch Only responds

•

Busy Channel Lock-

•

•

OPTIONS

VC-25

Lightweight VOX (Voice­Operated) Headset

E-DC-21

DC Adapter with
Cigarette-lighter Plug
(12 VDC/24 VDC)

CT-44

For use with earlier 2-pin
Yaesu microphones

CN-3

Adapter for use with
BNC connector

CT-27

Cloning Cable

VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD.

4-8-8 Nakameguro, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 153-8644, Japan

http://www.vxstd.com

SPECIFICATIONS

General

Frequency Ranges: RX 0.5-1.8 MHz (BC Band)
(USA Version) 1.8-30 MHz (SW Band)
30-76 (59) MHz (50 MHz HAM)
76 (59)-108 MHz (FM)
108-137 MHz (Air Band)
137-174 MHz (144 MHz HAM)
174-222 MHz (VHF TV)
222-420 MHz (ACT1)
420-470 MHz (430 MHz HAM)

Channel

•

Out

1750 Hz Tone Calling

CSC-90

Soft Case

VERTEX STANDARD

US Headquarters

(758-774) MHz (UHF TV)
TX 144-146 (148) MHz

430-440 (450) MHz
Channel Steps: 5/9/10/12.5/15/20/25/50/100 kHz
Frequency Stability:
Repeater Shift:
Emission Type: F2 , F3
Antenna Impedance
Supply Voltage: Nominal: 3.7 V DC, Negative Ground
Operating: 3.2 - 7.0 V, Negative Ground
(EXT DC Jack)

5.5 - 7.0 V, Negative Ground
(EXT DC Jack when Charging)
Current Consumption
58 mA (Standby, Saver Off)
20 mA (Standby, Saver On)
200 µA (Auto Power Off)

1.3 A (1.5 W TX , 144 MHz) 3.7 V DC

1.8 A (3 W TX , 144 MHz) 6.0 V DC

1.2 A (1 W TX , 430 MHz) 3.7 V DC

1.5 A (2 W TX , 430 MHz) 6.0 V DC
Operating Temperature
Case Size (W x H x D)
(w/o knob & antenna)
Weight: 4.6 oz (132 g) With FNB-82LI & antenna

Transmitter

RF Power Output: 1.5 W (@ 3.7 V FNB-82LI 144 MHz)
3 W (@ 6.0 V EXT DC IN 144 MHz)
1 W (@ 3.7 V FNB-82LI 430 MHz)
2 W (@ 6.0 V EXT DC IN 430 MHz)
Modulation Type: Variable Reactance F2 , F3
Maximum Deviation
Spurious Emission: At least 60 dB below (HIGH)
At least 50 dB below (LOW)
Microphone Impedance

Receiver

Circuit Type:
WFM: Triple-Conversion Superheterodyne
Intermediate Frequencies
AM, NFM 47.25MHz 450 kHz —
WFM 45.8 MHz 10.7 MHz 1 MHz
Sensitivity: 3 µV for 10 dB SN (0.5-30 MHz, AM)

1.5 µV TYP for 10 dB SN (108-137 MHz, AM)

USA Version Cellular Blocked
Selectivity: NFM, AM: 12 kHz/35 kHz (–6 dB/–60 dB)
WFM: 200 kHz/300 kHz (–6 dB/–20 dB)
AF Output: 50 mW @ 8 Ω for 10 % THD (@ 3.7 V)
100 mW @ 8 Ω for 10 % THD (@ 6.0 V)

Specifications are subject to change without notice, and are
guaranteed within the 144 and 430 MHz amateur bands only.
Frequency ranges will vary according to transceiver version;
check with your dealer.

Supplied Accessories: Battery Charger NC-85B/C/U*,

3.7V 1000 mAh Lithium-Ion Battery FNB-82LI, Antenna,
Belt Clip

"B" suffix for use with 120 VAC, "C" suffix for use with 220-240 VAC, or

*

"U" suffix for use with 220-240 VAC UK plug.

http://www.vxstdusa.com
Email: [email protected]

Phone [phone]; Fax [phone]

470-800 (729) MHz (UHF TV)

800-999 MHz (ACT2; USA Cellular Blocked)

±5 ppm (14° F to + 140° F [–10° C to +60° C])

±600 kHz (144 MHz) ±1.6/5.0/7.6 MHz (430 MHz)

: 50 Ω

: 150 mA (Receive)

: –4° F to + 140° F (–20° C to +60° C)
: 1.9 x 3.2 x 0.9 inch (47 x 81 x 23 mm)

: ±5 kHz (F2, F3)

: 2 kΩ

AM, NFM: Double-Conversion Superheterodyne

: 1st 2nd 3rd

0.35 µV TYP for 12 dB SINAD (30-54 MHz, NFM)
1 µV TYP for 12 dB SINAD (54-76 MHz, NFM)

1.5 µV TYP for 12 dB SINAD (76-108 MHz, WFM)

0.2 µV for 12 dB SINAD (137-140 MHz, NFM)

0.16 µV for 12 dB SINAD (140-150 MHz, NFM)

0.2 µV for 12 dB SINAD (150-174 MHz, NFM)
1 µV TYP for 12 dB SINAD (174-222 MHz, WFM)

0.5 µV for 12 dB SINAD (300-350 MHz, NFM)

0.2 µV for 12 dB SINAD (350-400 MHz, NFM)

0.18 µV for 12 dB SINAD (400-470 MHz, NFM)

1.5 µV for 12 dB SINAD (470-540 MHz, WFM)
3 µV TYP for 12 dB SINAD (540-800 MHz, WFM)

1.5 vV TYP for 12 dB SINAD (800 -999 MHz, NFM)

10900 Walker Street, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A.

International Division

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YAESU EUROPE B.V.

2003.0510NS(U/E)

B9200431

Printed in Japan

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YAESU UK LTD.

Unit 12, Sun Valley Business Park, Winnall Close
Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 0LB, U.K.

VERTEX STANDARD HK LTD.

Unit 5, 20/F., Seaview Centre, 139-141 Hoi Bun Road,
Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong

http://www.yaesu.co.uk

Email: [email protected]

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