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    Yaesu VX-8R..can't hit any repeaters at all...

    I am using the tone not the tone sql. Thanks
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    Yaesu VX-8R..can't hit any repeaters at all...

    The menu #95 SQL Type has these different tone encoder/decoder modes... * Off * Tone * Tone SQL * DCS * REV TONE * PR FREQ * Pager * Message The menu on #74 is simply on/off. which turns on your Automatic Repeater Shift Function
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    Yaesu VX-8R..can't hit any repeaters at all...

    I do not have a watt meter...but I can run simplex for a reasonable distance, so I think it is a settting I have wrong...
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    Yaesu VX-8R..can't hit any repeaters at all...

    Hi..yes it is set for -RPT which is what is listed in the 2009-2010 ARRL Repeater Directory. I used the same settings on my VX-3 and was able to connect...
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    VX-8r Replacement Antenna

    I've had good luck on Simplex with the Diamond SRH-999...supposed to be 6db gain over stock...
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    Yaesu VX-8R..can't hit any repeaters at all...

    Hi...so I am new to the VX-8 but I am trying to hit a few of the local repeaters near me. I have sucessfully hit all these with my VX-3 (less wattage) so I am failing to understand why I can't reach out on the VX-8. I have played around with antenna's as well. Currently using a Diamond...
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    VX-8r - LIST ONLY- Blue Tooth Ear Pieces - DO WORK

    Bluetooth unit that work with VX-8 Try the Jabra JX20..no flashing lights, small, bonded well with my VX-8..took about 20 seconds initially. I will admit I have not been able to get it to pair automatically yet, but it is such a simple few steps to redo the initial pairing sequence I...