http://www.worldwidedx.com/ All things HT, the little workhorses of Amateur Radio. en Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:05:57 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.worldwidedx.com/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.worldwidedx.com/ http://www.worldwidedx.com/handitalkies/37187-wire-bud-headset-vx-8r.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:40:47 GMT I bought a CT-131 adapter to convert the 7pin plug to a 3.5mm phono plug so I can get a wire bud headset. Which wire bud headset will work with... I bought a CT-131 adapter to convert the 7pin plug to a 3.5mm phono plug so I can get a wire bud headset.

Which wire bud headset will work with the CT-131? I found two:

• VC-27
• MH-37A4B

They seem identical but only work with a subset of yaesu HT's...

Anyone know the right one for the VX-8R with a CT-131?

Thanks! ]]> HandiTalkies richardyoo http://www.worldwidedx.com/handitalkies/37187-wire-bud-headset-vx-8r.html http://www.worldwidedx.com/handitalkies/37175-dj-g7-vs-vx-8r.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:33:22 GMT Hi,

New to the forum, but I've been a ham for a number of years. I've got a couple of old HTs, but I've decided to upgrade to something new. I want a HT that is at least a 2m/70CM and has dual frequencies displayed on the readout. I've read, researched, dug and finally narrowed it down to the Alinco DJ-G7 or the Yaesu VX-8R, the (VX-7R) might also be acceptable. It seems like there is a lot more info and interest in the Yaesus, but I'm kinda leaning towards the Alinco. Any thoughts, opinions or advice is welcome! N6YNV ]]> HandiTalkies deputyjoel http://www.worldwidedx.com/handitalkies/37175-dj-g7-vs-vx-8r.html http://www.worldwidedx.com/handitalkies/37084-newb-looking-advice-suggestions.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:52:33 GMT Hi, I'm finally getting my HAM License. I'll be taking the test on Monday and I'm 99% comfident i'll pass it. I am now shopping for a Hand Held or Base or both.

I don't drive so I don't want a mobile. I get around mostly by foot. I live in an apartment on the 4th/top floor with a balcony which would probably limit my options for owning a base rig.

I've been looking at the Yaesu VX-8R and like it because of all the bells and whistles it has and the fact that it has 4 XT bands.

Thanks in advance for any help you give me! ]]> HandiTalkies TravisW http://www.worldwidedx.com/handitalkies/37084-newb-looking-advice-suggestions.html http://www.worldwidedx.com/handitalkies/37071-vx-8r-overheats-when-txing-connected-dc-power.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 04:34:06 GMT I plan on calling Vertex, but I was wondering if what your experiences are with the following: 1. Unit overheats when transmitting while connected... I plan on calling Vertex, but I was wondering if what your experiences are with the following:

1. Unit overheats when transmitting while connected to the DC power
2. Unit power-cycles when transmitting when connected to AC power

I have the LCD set to display the internal temp. It's pretty hard for me to see clearly when driving, but I believe I saw 158F degrees. I usually have the radio connected to power in the car. I am using an externally mounted Comet SSB-1.

I consider these two things to be major faults.

Thank-you,
Jerald Josephs
KI6OIF
Santa Clara, CA ]]> HandiTalkies j-squared http://www.worldwidedx.com/handitalkies/37071-vx-8r-overheats-when-txing-connected-dc-power.html http://www.worldwidedx.com/handitalkies/37014-alinco-dj-580-a.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 14:31:47 GMT looking for a little alinco dj580 whats some prices on these looking for a little alinco dj580
whats some prices on these ]]> HandiTalkies 555 http://www.worldwidedx.com/handitalkies/37014-alinco-dj-580-a.html http://www.worldwidedx.com/handitalkies/37007-vx-8r-aa-battery.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 20:19:52 GMT I have a AA battery pack. I don't like it because when I use it, I can only have 1W output.

Can I increase output by changing the type of batteries I am feeding the battery pack?

I was thinking something like Protected UltraFire 14500 AA sized 3.6V Li-Ion Rechargeable Battery 900 mAh CR14500 Lithium Ion
Protected UltraFire 14500 AA sized 3.6V Li-Ion Rechargeable Battery 900 mAh CR14500 Lithium Ion

The other part of me is thinking that the VX-8R doesn't have a way of regulaing the 3.6V down to something more reasonable.

And I don't have my multi-meter here to measure the voltage coming out of the standard VX-8R battery. ]]> HandiTalkies KD8LWX http://www.worldwidedx.com/handitalkies/37007-vx-8r-aa-battery.html http://www.worldwidedx.com/handitalkies/36992-new-handitalkie-newb.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:26:49 GMT Hello. Great site here, have learned alot over the last couple of weeks. Anyway, I plan on taking the tech exam in the next week or so. With that... Hello. Great site here, have learned alot over the last couple of weeks. Anyway, I plan on taking the tech exam in the next week or so. With that out of the way I am going to be needing my first radio.

I have read that alot people recommend getting a mobile as your first radio. But it seems most hams have a mobile and a ht. I have been looking at the ht yaesu vx8r. My main use for the radio will be using 2m on the way to and home for work, having aprs when I go camping/hunting/fishing and just general listening to emergency freq. I guess my question is, will I be selling my self short if I go with a ht over a mobile?

Lots of repeaters in the area, the main one is 20-25 miles from the house, will I be able to access it with a ht?

Will getting a mag mount or permanent antenna for my truck help the ht tx and rx better?

My fear is dropping 500 bucks on something that I can't hear or transmit on very well. I like the ht for the aprs and mobility.
Just looking for advice, thanks. ]]> HandiTalkies lazydrake http://www.worldwidedx.com/handitalkies/36992-new-handitalkie-newb.html http://www.worldwidedx.com/handitalkies/36965-vx-8r-setting-time-how.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:40:17 GMT I remember reading that the manual was wrong for setting the time. I know I read the corrected steps once before because I had set the time when I... I remember reading that the manual was wrong for setting the time. I know I read the corrected steps once before because I had set the time when I got my radio.

I cant find the proper directions any more. Ive searched here and the Yahoo group but to no avail.

Does anyone have it?

Thanks,
Gary ]]> HandiTalkies gas34 http://www.worldwidedx.com/handitalkies/36965-vx-8r-setting-time-how.html http://www.worldwidedx.com/handitalkies/36917-talk-me-about-icom-icomrx7-wideband-receiver.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:32:50 GMT This is the specs........ RX7 Specifications General Frequency Range (U.S.A. version): 0.150-823.995 MHz 849.0-868.995 MHz This is the specs........



RX7 Specifications

General
Frequency Range (U.S.A. version):
0.150-823.995 MHz
849.0-868.995 MHz
894.0-1300.000 MHz
Mode: FM, WFM AM
Tuning Steps: 5, 6.25, 7.5, 8.33, 9, 10, 12.5, 15, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 200 kHz
Scan/Search Speeds: 100 channels per second/30 steps per second
Number of Memory Channels: 1650
Usable Temperature Range: -10°C to +60°C; +14°F to +140°F
Current Drain (at 3.0 V DC):
Rated Audio: 150 mA typ.
Standby: 100 mA typ.
Power Saved: 35 mA typ.
Power Supply Requirement: 3 x AA (R6) Ni-Cd or alkaline cells
Antenna Connector: SMA (50 ohms)
Dimensions: 2.25(W) x 3.1(H) x 0.8(D) inches (57 x 128 x 23 mm) (projections not included)
Weight: 7.1 oz. (200 kg)


Receiver
Receive System: Triple conversion superheterodyne
Intermediate Freq.
1st: 429.1 MHz
2nd: 19.65 MHz
3rd: 450 kHz
Sensitivity (except spurious points; typical):
FM (at 12 dB SINAD)
1.625 - 5.0 MHz, 0.56 µV
5.000 - 29.995 MHz, 0.25 µV
30 - 117.995 MHz, 0.2 µV
118 - 174.995 MHz, 0.18 µV
175 - 329.995 MHz, 0.22 µV
330 - 429.995 MHz, 0.25 µV
430 - 450 MHz, 0.22 µV
450.005 - 469.995 MHz, 0.25 µV
470 - 999.995 MHz, 0.28 µV
1000 - 1309.995 MHz, 0.35 µV
WFM (at 12 dB SINAD):
76 - 108 MHz, 0.78 µV
175 - 221.995 MHz, 1.78 µV
470 - 770 MHz, 2.5 µV
AM (at 12 dB SINAD):
0.495 - 4.995 MHz, 2.5 µV
5.000 - 29.995 MHz, 1.78 µV
118 - 136 MHz, 1.78 µV
222 - 246.995 MHz, 1.78 µV
247 - 329.995 MHz, 1.78 µV
Selectivity
AM, FM: More than 12 kHz/-9 dB, Less than 30 kHz/60 dB
WFM: More than 150 kHz/-6 dB
Audio Output Power: 75 mW typical, at 10% distortion with an 8 ohm load.
External Speaker Connector: 3-conductor 3.5(d) mm (1/8")/8 ohms
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

What it looks like.........
ICOM IC-RX7 Wideband Receiver RX7

I know zip about this type of radio but it looks like I can listen to Shortwave along with other bands. Am I correct? Or is this radio not at all what I think it is?

Just call me......
alone and lost in radio land.:crying::crying: ]]> HandiTalkies Nightshade http://www.worldwidedx.com/handitalkies/36917-talk-me-about-icom-icomrx7-wideband-receiver.html http://www.worldwidedx.com/handitalkies/36815-vx-8r-iss.html Wed, 28 Oct 2009 01:45:15 GMT Hi All, Just wondering if anyone has been sucessful in digipeating via the ISS with their VX-8r?? Cheers, Duncan - VK6GHZ Hi All,

Just wondering if anyone has been sucessful in digipeating via the ISS with their VX-8r??

Cheers, Duncan - VK6GHZ ]]> HandiTalkies APRSPerth http://www.worldwidedx.com/handitalkies/36815-vx-8r-iss.html