Search results

How do I link another repeater using DV mode? For example, I want to link Denver (W0CDS) to Colorado Springs (KC0CVU B). I assume I just can't select "TO:->Gateway CQ->USA West->Colorado Springs" because the call sign settings become : UR:/KC0CVUB R1:W0CDS B R2:W0CDS G MY:KC0ZPS /ID31 The UR...

I bit the bullet and decided to purchase this radio. I'm never on 70cm nor have I ever used D-Star, so this should be an experience. :) Anyway, have any of you guys manager to get DPRS (APRS) working? I'm a little confused on the setup. I set GPS TX Mode to GPS-A(DV-A) with all the...

Well, for anyone who cares or is trying to get their Yaesu VX-8R working on their motorcycle, I think I found a solution that works for me. The Scala Rider Q2 appears to work rather well. My expectations were very low, however. I didn't even think I'd be able to get the headset and VX-8R to...

I replaced the rubber duck antenna on my Yaesu VX-8R with a Comet SMA-24 17 inch whip antenna. I only did this because I was given the antenna for free by a fellow ham radio operator. As of recently, I've been thinking about going back to the rubber duck antenna. Are there any actual...

Does anyone know if the VX-8R keeps the GPS "alive" even when its not in use (when I'm monitoring a repeater, for example). If so, is there a way to disable the GPS without removing it? The reason I ask this is because I monitor a local repeater on my HT while at work. Before installing the...

Over the weekend, I decided to replace my Yaesu FT-60R with the Yaesu VX-8R. After messing with it for about a day, I have a few questions. 1) Can someone explain how the Smart Search feature works on the VX-8R? This was a handy feature on the FT-60R, but I'm having issues getting it to work...