Yaesu VX-8R Triple Band 50/144/430 MHz Transceiver APRS Ready - EX++

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Yaesu VX-8R Triple Band 50/144/430 MHz Transceiver APRS Ready - EX++
Great working Yaesu VX-8R.  Perfect power output on all bands.  The receiver is very sensitive and I was able to hear transmissions on the AM band, FM band, Weather band,  2 meters, and 70 CM.  Everything looks to work as it should.  The battery is holding a charge over night.  The original antenna has been lost but was replaced by a very nice Diamond antenna.  This antenna is higher gain than the original.  Comes with the original Yaesu charger, Charging drop in stand, the original box and a partial manual copy
Info from Yaesu:
Ultra Compact
Measures a mere 2.4"W x 3.7"H x 0.9"D for comfortable in the palm use.
Filled with advance technologies designed for outdoor operation - submersible and shockproof!
Heavy Duty...Yet Easy to Operate
The large main dial and the four durable independant key buttons on the side permit easy operation... even when wearing gloves.
Ultra-rugged
Polycarbonate resin front panel with aluminum die-cast chassis - absolutely tougher than tough.
Submersible
Take your VX-8R out with you wherever you go. It is waterproof 3Ft (1m) for 30 minutes. The radio is designed to meet commercial grade standards in every aspect, including its battery terminals, external microphone jack etc.
Powerful Li-Ion battery
Enjoy up to 5 hours operation on 144/440MHz, or up to 5.5 hours on 50MHz with the supplied FNB-101LI battery. The optional FNB-102LI high capacity battery will provide up to 8.5 hours operation on 144MHz, 9 hours on 50MHz, and 8 hours on 440MHz.
Large Dot Matrix Display
Measuring about 1.3"W x 0.8"H, the large LCD display provides clear, easy-to-read indication of both Main and Sub-band frequencies, operating mode, and S-meters for both bands. Display can be customized to include pictorial icons or the input voltage. Engaging the Spectrum Scope function, the high-resolution display will indicate relative signal strengths on adjacent channels up to +/-50 channels!
Integrated APRS Operation
APRS ® allows you to communicate your location to other APRS ® stations with your location, speed, and heading displayed on your radio! The VX-8R supports 1200/9600bps APRS ® data communications (B band only).
Access the worldwide standard APRS ® system to exchange your positions and messages. The optional FGPS-2 unit is required automatically display your station information.
When you receive signals and information from other APRS stations, the VX-8R displays their positions, heading directions, messages, distances, icons (43 available), weather information, object etc.
*APRS ® is a registered trademark of Bob Bruninga WB4APR
Optional GPS Operation
The optional GPS Antenna Unit FGPS-2, which is based on a 12-channel receiver, provides GPS data. You may display your exact current position (latitude / Longitude), heading direction, moving speed, altitude etc. The optional FGPS-2 can be attached to the radio using the microphone input jack so that you may simultaneously enjoy total Hands-Free Operation using the optional Bluetooth headset, even though your radio is attached to your backpack, belt etc...
Bluetooth® Capabilities
The Bluetooth® capabilities widely know and utilized among users and enthusiasts of the FTM-10R/SR, are also available with the VX-8R. The optional Bluetooth® Unit BU-1 makes it possible to operate hands-free with the optional water Bluetooth® headset BH-1 (stereo) or BH-2 (monaural). Also enjoy your favorite FM broadcasts in stereo with the optional Bluetooth stereo headset (BH-1) and earphone (FEP-1)!
Real Dual Ham Band Operation (V+V/U+U/V+U)
With two independant Amateur band recievers, listen to either the same or different bands simultaneously.
Dual Band AF Dual Monitor
Listen to AM or FM radio stations while monitoring two HAM frequency channels! Two independant Amateur Band Receivers will allow you to listen to your favorite AM or FM broadcast station and monitor two different amateur bands ("Band A" and "Band B") at the same time.
Wide Band Receiver
Covers from 500kHz to 999.990MHz, continuous reception for Short-wave, FM/AM broadcasts, analog TV stations, audio aircraft, public service channels etc.. (Cellular band blocked)
AM and FM Reception
The VX-8R has a completely independant AM/FM broadcast receiver and an internal bar antenna for better AM broadcast broadcast reception. Listen to FM broadcast in stereo with your stereo headset/earphone!
Built-in Barometric Pressure and Temperature Sensor
The radio can monitor and display the temperature, pressure, altitude or any combination of these.
Additional features
- Memory stations may be displayed to 16 digit Alpha-numeric tags
- CW Training
- Emergency Automatic ID system
- Emergency Strobe/Beep and Busy strobe LED function
This radio removed from a smoking environment.  I have performed the following steps to abate odors: deep cleaned and deodorized the radio.  The box was treated as well
Items are paid via Paypal to complete the auction within 3 days.
Returns are not accepted.
The pictures provided in the auction are the actual pictures of the item being auctioned. They are taken with a professional camera (Nikon) and can be zoomed to show the detailed condition of the item.  Examine them closely for the actual condition.  Additionally, I honor requests for additional photos.
Conditions of sale:  Consider all items to be used and show signs of use. This may include scratches, wear, cracks, corrosion and dust.  In order to meet your full expectations these items may need tune up, cleaning, replacement batteries (internal & external), indicator or meter lights, accessory items, dial cords, cables & other accessories, manuals and/or instructions and other minor items/adjustments/repair/parts.  Paper items may have writing, stains, creases and/or some pages may be torn/missing.  Original boxes and packing are  not included if not pictured.  Computer connectivity is normally untested and unwarranted due to the differing software required for internet capable products.
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Thanks es 73  (best wishes)
Roberta