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General| Battery | 7.4 V 1100 mAh Li-Ion |
|---|---|
| GPS | Yes |
| APRS | Yes |
| Modulation | FM, AM |
| Power Output | 5W / 1W |
| Waterproof | IPX7 |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Display | LCD |
| Battery Life | Approx. 10 hours |
Procedure for turning the transceiver on and off.
How to adjust audio volume for speaker and earphone.
Steps to adjust squelch threshold for clear reception.
How to switch between A and B bands for TX/RX operation.
Details the Scanning function within VFO mode.
Basic steps for transmitting, including PTT usage and power levels.
Explains VOX (Voice Activated Transmission) operation.
Automatically applies correct repeater shifts based on band.
Setting up CTCSS tones for repeater access and silent monitoring.
Setting up Digital Code Squelch (DCS) for repeater access or simplex.
Overview of memory types: Regular, Special, Banks.
Procedure for storing frequencies and settings into memory channels.
Storing independent transmit frequencies ("odd splits") and recalling memories.
Removing memories from banks and renaming banks.
Overview of scanning capabilities across channels or bands.
Configuring how the scanner behaves after finding a signal (Resume, Busy, Hold).
Skipping frequencies during VFO scan and setting squelch during scan.
Scanning within selected Memory Banks or linking banks.
Periodically checking a priority memory channel while operating on another.
Steps to pair the VX-8DR with a Bluetooth headset.
Configuring Bluetooth TX/RX switching, audio output, and battery saver.
Using the Bluetooth headset, adjusting volume, and battery life.
Setting position comment, using SSID list.
How to view and delete received APRS beacons from the station list.
Configuring automatic APRS beacon transmission intervals.
Setting up digipeater paths for APRS packet transmission.
Receiving and deleting APRS messages.
Overview of ARTSTM feature for range monitoring using DCS signaling.
Initial setup and operation of the ARTSTM system.
Storing up to 16-character messages for voice-less transmission.
Sending programmed messages to other members.
How to receive and clear messages.
Activating the Emergency feature for alerts and quick transmission.
Automatic ID transmission for search and rescue scenarios.
Using EAI to locate missing persons, including ATT settings.
Accessing WIRES network nodes via SRG mode.
Operating the FRG mode to establish an Internet link.
Setting a 4-digit password to prevent unauthorized use.
Configuring the receive battery saver for extended life.
Automatically lowering transmit power to conserve battery.
Setting a limit for transmission duration to prevent interference and save battery.
Resetting all settings and memories to factory defaults.
Resetting only Set Mode and APRS/GPS Set Mode settings.
Transferring configuration data between transceivers.
General overview of activating and using Set Mode.
Selects Bluetooth headset operating mode.
Setting the Digital Code Squelch (DCS) code.
Enables/Disables the Emergency Automatic ID (EAI) feature.
Enables/Disables the Internet Connection feature (WIRES™).
Programming and activating the Password feature.
Enables/Disables the Automatic Repeater Shift function.
Selects the Receive-mode Battery Saver interval.
Selects the Scan Resume mode.
Enables/Disables automatic APRS beacon transmission.
