We are pleased to announce yaesu s powerful vhf mono band fm analog mobile transceiver the ft 2980r. Ft2900r operating manual 1 the yaesu ft2900r is a deluxe, rugged fm mobile transceiver providing high power output and outstanding receiver performance for the 144 mhz amateur band. Yaesu ft 2900r programming software usb cable set adms. Icv8000 144mhz fm transceiver features icom america. Amateur radios yaesu ft2900r heavy duty fm transceiver. Adms2900 programming software only for the yaesu ft2900.
Works with, windows 7 32 and 64 bit, windows 8 and 8. Although small and lightweight, the icom ic2300h is milspec rated and is ready for action in the field. Let us know what you traded it for and help other ham operators. Id5100a vhfuhf dual band dstar transceiver icom america. Rt systems original adms2900 usb programming software version 5.
This ruggedlybuilt 2 meter transceivers boasts 80 watts of output. Mar 28, 2016 the yaesu ft2900r is a 2 meter heavyweight. The yaesu ft 2900r is my second 2 meter radio, and im super impressed. Jun 10, 2014 tommy martin, n5zno and george thomas, w5jdx from and ham nation take a look at the ic2300h. With the new ft2980r, four output power settings 80w, 30w, 10w and 5w are selectable, allowing each user to choose the power they want for. I dont normally like changing radios because of all the features you need to learn again. Yaesu ft2980r 144 mhz 80 watt fm mobile transceiver 3 watts of rx audio with mh48a6ja dtmf microphone. Icom icom icv8000 powerful 75w vhf 2m mobile base radio.
Use the gps position information for exchanging position reports, tracing the gps log and searching for nearby repeater sites. This is mostly about the band scope but covers a few other features. This ruggedlybuilt 2 meter transceivers boasts 75 watts of output. Spreadsheet layout with many point and click options. Realignment should therefore not be necessary except in the event of a component failure. I tried both and i think the icom is better in terms of being a user friendly in my personal opinion, being a newbie. Frequency ranges and repeater shift vary according to transceiver version. This is my first icom radio, having kenwood then yaesu radios.
However, i do have an audio amplifier for the stereo in my car. Finally, all three radios have a mobile counterpart with similar features. The transmitter delivers a big 75 watts of output 7525105 watts selectable. I use rt systems software to manage both of the rigs as it lets you move memories from one rig to the. Icom icom icv8000 powerful 75w vhf 2m mobile base radio ham. Yaesu, ft 2900, rss, software by ve2lsc posted august 26th 2015, 6. Electronics free delivery possible on eligible purchases. As if switching between two separate radios, all operating frequencies, tone settings as well as the display color, fan speed, and set mode settings are memorized. Ft2980r 80 watt heavyduty 144 mhz fm transceiver now shipping.
Yaesu ft2900r ft 2900 r ft2900r user and service manual. Torn between yaesu ft 2900r or icom ic 2300h qrz forums. Yaesu ft2980r 2 meter vhf heavy duty 80 watt mobile transceiver. I would like a mobile setup for my car and deciding between the yaesu ft857 or the icom ic706 mkiig so far. Introducing the ftm100dr vhfuhf dual band transceiver, an exciting new way to enter into yaesu s revolutionary world of system fusion c4fm digital communications. I have only used one other programming software from icom, because they gave it away free for the id880h. Yaesu ft2auto ft 2auto ft2auto service manual and specs yaesu ft221r ft 221r ft221r service manual and specs yaesu ft225rd ft 225rd ft225rd service manual and specs. High power output with no cooling fan needed, a huge, easytoread display, and onetouch wires internet linking access capability are yours with the rugged new ft2900r. The ft 2900r is carefully aligned at the factory for the specified performance across the amateur band. The rear panel features an so239 antenna connection and external speaker jack. Ft2900 radio programming software yaesu radio software. Twelve highquality laminated pages, loaded with detailed instructions covering all aspects of using these virtually identical 2meter transceivers. Rt systems program and cable does a nice job with the yaesu and chirp does a nice job with the baofeng purchased. Id like to get programming software for both radios.
The cables for the radios both come with software and im wondering if i could use one application for both radios. Yaesu ft2980r programming software and usb29f cable. My son gifted me with a yaesu ft 2900r after passing the exam while another daughter gifted me last night with an icom ic2300h. A dedicated squelch knob, easytoread display, and infinitely practical microphone interface make this radio the allaround king of 2meter singlebanders, and while slightly pricer than its competition, it wont break the bank. The yaesu ft 2900r is a rugged milstd 810 rated 2 meter mobile radio that boasts up to 75w of output power on the highest setting. Looking at their brocure they seem to have a lot of similar features except the icom mic seems like it will do more. But i have also heard many complaints that it is difficult to program and that the menus arent very well made. Im troubled that the kenwood tm281a doesnt have a true low power setting, but i have read that the yaesu ft2900r has problems with overheating so i am completely confused as to which is better for me. Icom id5100, icom id5100a amateur mobile transceiver d.
Chirp is free, open source software thats used with a thirdparty programming cable. Yaesu vr120 programming software vr120 commander version 0. As if switching between two separate radios, all operating frequencies, tone settings as well as the display. With the new ft2980r, four output power settings 80w, 30w, 10w and 5w are selectable, allowing each user to choose the power they want. Apr 12, 2011 i have a yaesu ft 270r ht and a yaesu ft 1900r mobile. Wcs v8000 software software program memories and other setting of the icom ic v8000 radio. Yaesu ftm3100r transceivers mobile 2 meters, ftm3100r. Apr 17, 2020 yaesu ft2900r ft 2900 r ft2900r service manual and specs yaesu ft7900r ft 7900 r ft7900r service manual and specs yaesu base vhfuhf. The internet key may be configured to send either a single dtmf digit, or a dtmf string, for operation on a wires widecoverage internet repeater enhancement system repeater, or on other internetlinked repeaters using dtmf tone access.
Rt systems adms2900 programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the yaesu ft 2900. Amateur ham radio vhf uhf transcievers vhf uhf mobile. Yaesu ft2900r ft2980r minimanual nifty accessories. Yaesu ft2980r transceivers mobile 2 meters, ft2980r. Rt systems yaesu adms2900 programming software on cd with. Its solid, brawnish features combine with a hefty 75 watts to provide a powerful rf punch. Position, course, speed and altitude are shown on the display. Whether this is your first rig, or if yaesu equipment is already the backbone of your station, the vertex standard organization is committed to ensuring your enjoyment of this highperformance transceiver, which should provide you with many years of satisfying operation. This is a collection of programming helps also known as cheat sheets for many common amateur radios. The adms2900 software helps you program memory channels and menu settings of the yaesu ft 2900 radio. Yaesu ftm3200dr 65 watt 2 meter vhf c4fmfm mobile sale.
My 1st dstar n6pet my ham radio journal icom id5100 ic2730a desk mount. The ftm100drs single receiver design provides 50 solid watts of rf power on both the 144 and 430 mhz amateur radio bands, while still being host to a feature packed suite of both c4fm digital and fm analog communications. The ergonomics are unsurpassed for safe mobile operation. Specifications are subject to change without notice, and are guaranteed within amateur bands only. Buy rt systems yaesu adms2900 programming software on cd with usb computer interface cable for ft 2900r.
Yaesu ft2400, yaesu ft2400m, yaesu ft2600m, ft2900r. Adms2900 programming software for the yaesu ft 2900. That way i dont have to remember which memory is for anything. Yaesu, although the icoms brighter screen might make up for the lack of keypad lighting. Using the software is simple enough that it does not take long to do. Adms2900 programming software for the yaesu ft2900. The adms2900 software helps you program memory channels and menu settings of the yaesu ft2900 radio. Icom v 8000, date 7112014, palm bay fl joel mcdonald. Its rather popular to adjust the power output level of the unit by over driving the rf final stage to continue reading yaesu ft2900r service manual. Excellent receiver performance the ft2900rs receiver front end features yaesus renowned advanced track tuning rf input filtering, which affords outstanding protection from intermodulation distortion. Im looking at the range of available handhelds, the icom brand and approval for use aloft seemed like the obvious choice however the yaesu pricing caught my attention.
I have been using this radio daily for 5 months, first month as a mobile, and 4 months thereafter as a base unit. The adms2900 programmer is designed to give you the ease and convenience of programming the memories and set menu options. Yaesu original mh48a6ja dtmf hand microphone compatible with ftm350, ft1900r, ft2900r, ft7800r, ft8800r, ft8900r. Advanced data management system usb kit with software and new usb cable version 4. There are also a few non rigrelated references, see left below. Rt systems makes commercial programming kits which include both software and a radiospecific cable. I looking for a 2meter radio to use as a base station.
You can even change the display from amber to green. We collect prices paid by real hams over the years to help you estimate the value of a used yaesu ft 2900r. Yaesu ft2900re 75 watt heavyduty 6174mhz vhf fm transceivermobile radio. Yaesu ft2900r ft 2900 r ft2900r service manual and specs yaesu ft7900r ft 7900 r ft7900r service manual and specs yaesu base vhfuhf. Thanks to all who have contributed to this listing. Just working a icom v8000 in palm bay to show that the radio is in perfect working order. No more function key frustration as the radio times out and the menu disappears. Rt systems adms2900 programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the yaesu ft2900r. However, later switched to chirp for that one as well. Only an authorized vertex standard representative should perform all component replacement and service, or the warranty policy may be void. The ft2900r packs 3w big watts of loud audio with its own internal speaker for those noisy environments. Since the power was already run for the amplifier, i simply used that power wireground for the new ham mobile radio. I dragged my yaesu ft 2900r up from my car expecting id be able to start programming it, only to realize support isnt available yet for my model. Icom is an outstanding, comprehensive radio manufacturer that produces radio communication equipment of all genres, from amateur radios to terrestrial, marine and avionics radios, as well as lte, wlan and satellite radios.
The combination of icom s one piece, diecast aluminum chassis and 75w of transmit power gives you the most powerful 2m mobile transceiver in its class. The icom exclusive hot keys f1f2 memorize the transceiver full settings. Kenwood tm281a or yaesu ft2900r worldwidedx radio forum. The 2900r also has power settings of 30, 10 and 5 watts for convenience. Windows based software for programming the memories and settings of the ft 2900. The yaesu ft2900r is my second 2 meter radio, and im super impressed. This compact minimanual provides operating and programming instructions for both the ft 2900r and ft 2980r transceivers. Ive had this excellent icom radio now about 18 months, replacing a yaesu ft 2800 which i have put in one of my cars. I was thinking of buying the icom because it has the ability to receive on the aircraft band. For yaesu users this is the service manual for yaesu ft2900r. They are pretty much even stevens on size and ruggedness. Bluepelicanmarine yaesu ft270 submersible 5w amateur radio.
Yaesu yaesu ft2900re mobile radio station 75 watt 6. Which of these do you like and which would you advise to get. Ive been using it to begin programming my baofeng uv5r and its been working wonderfully. The backlit hm3v, gives you control of your ic v8000 in the palm of your hand. Aug 09, 2017 for yaesu users this is the service manual for yaesu ft2900r.
Has anyone practical experience of using the icom a6 or a24 vs the yaesu 750 or 550 thanks in advance. The current crop of macom radios seem to have the best menu arrangement of all of the radios so far, followed by the motorola xts5000 series. Messerschmitt me 262 schwalbe first flight over berlin after 61 years, historical footage. For more information on wires, please visit our web site.
Discussion in ham equipment started by smilex2692002. Based on historic data, todays secondhand price of the yaesu ft 2900r is around. Yaesu s ft 2900r receives from 6174 mhz and transmits from 144148 mhz. Jul 04, 2015 two of the big names in radio programming are chirp and rt systems.
I was able to hit a repeater over 100 miles away, no problem. But i still need an antenna, i have a honda civic so it cant be that huge as i would like, also looking for one that dont need to drill holes into the body paint. I am looking for my first ham radio and i can decide whether i should buy the yaesu ft2900r or the icom ic2200h. Page 1 smeter, thus reducing guesswork in setting the squelch threshold. The 991a has 2m and 70cm coverage but the scope isnt nearly as functional as the 7300. The id5100a has integrated gps, which allows you to transmit and receive position data from the builtin gps receiver. Amateur radio ham rig cheat sheets this is a collection of programming helps also known as cheat sheets for many common amateur radios. Is the software available through the manufacturer the same for both radios. I am looking for my first ham radio and i can decide whether i should buy the yaesu ft 2900r or the icom ic2200h. Yaesu ft2900re mobile radio station 75 watt 6174mhz vhf fm car transceiver cb heavyduty base radio. Works out of the box, no programming needed brand new in original box, all accessories, hardware, microphone, dc cable, english manual included. This 2 meter fm mobile features high power output coupled with a rugged diecast design and an easytoread alphanumeric display. Icom ic v8000 powerful 75w vhf 2m mobile base radio ham station two way radio. As its model name suggests, the new ft2980r arrives with the solid feature configuration and mechanical toughness of the ever popular ft2900r with a superior output power that is upgraded to 80 watts.
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