This deluxe high power Antenna/Transceiver Switch has two ceramic rotary switches that let you select 1 to 6 antennas and 1 to 6 transceivers in any combination.
You can also plug in an antenna tuner, wattmeter, linear, etc so it is always connected to the antenna and transceiver selected.
Handles 2kW PEP for 50-75 Ohm loads. Unused terminals are automatically grounded. Has SO-239 connectors. Covers 1.8 – 30MHz. 10x3x1 1/2 inches.
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Yaesu FTM-500DE – C4FM/FM V/UHF Mobile Transceiver
the new FTM-500D Series 50W C4FM/FM 144/430MHz Dual Band Digital Mobile Transceiver. The FTM-500DR shares the YAESU advanced core features, and utilizes the latest C4FM Digital technology. A few remarkable functions are listed below:
Front Speaker with AESS* Dual Speaker System *(AESS: Acoustic Enhanced Speaker System) Total 9W Clear & Powerful High-fidelity Audio, delivered by the Front Panel 6W and the Main Unit Internal 3W speakers
E2O(Easy to Operate)-IV
Innovative, Smart Operating System with TOUCH＆GO / SEARCH＆GO / PMG** Functions.
**(PMG: Primary Memory Group Monitor)
– 144MHz, 430MHz C4FM Digital / FM / AM (Air Band Receive)
– True Dual Band Operation, C4FM/C4FM Digital D-D Dual Receive
– Advanced C4FM Digital Mode with AMS (Automatic Mode Select), DG-ID feature and Smart Navigation
– 2.4-inch High-Resolution Full-Color Touch-panel Display and Demountable Front Panel Controller
– Swing-Head adaptable Front Panel improves display visibility
– Single-Touch Spectrum Scope function
– High speed Band Scope function
– Built-in 66ch High precision GPS receiver and External GPS device connectivity
– Wireless Operation Capability with the Bluetooth® Headset
Radio Features:
– Front Speaker, with AESS Dual Speaker System, Delivers Clear and High-fidelity Audio
(AESS: Acoustic Enhanced Speaker System)
– Total 9W (3W: Internal / 6W: Front panel) of Powerful Audio Output
– Innovative Smart Operating System “E2O-IV” with Touch & Go / Search & Go Functions
(E2O: Easy to Operate-IV)
– 144MHz/430MHz: C4FM Digital / FM / AM (Air Band Receive)
– True Dual Band Operation, C4FM/C4FM Digital D-D Dual Receive
– Advanced C4FM Digital Mode with AMS (Automatic Mode Select), DG-ID feature and Smart Navigation
– 2.4-inch High-Resolution Full-Color Touch-panel Display and Demountable Front Panel Controller
– Swing-Head construction of the Front Panel improves display visibility: 20 degree upwards panel angle is possible
– Optional Swing-head Kit (SJMK-500) allows the Flexible angle adjustment of the Front Control Panel
– Customized Function List (CFL) Display allows checking and immediately executing priority functions.(Up to 8 functions or settings from the set-up menu can be registered.)
– MAG (Memory Auto Grouping) Function allows Memory channels to be automatically categorized in ALL, AIR band, VHF band, UHF band and OTHER.
– VFO Band Skip Function
– Memory Channel Data Transfer to the VFO Register
– Single-Touch Spectrum scope function: Instantly switches the operating screen between “Scope display operation” and “Dual Receive operation” while in MAIN channel operation
– High speed Band Scope function
*up to 61 channels centered on the current frequency displayed in VFO mode and up to 21 channels of signal information in memory channel mode
– 1104 Memory Channels including 5 “Home” channels, 50 sets of memories for programmable memory scan and 999 “Basic” memories.
– Built-in 66ch High precision GPS receiver and External GPS device connectivity,
– 1200/9600bps APRS® Data Communication
– Wireless Operation Capability with a Bluetooth® Headset
– WiRES-X Portable Digital Node or HRI-200 Fixed Node capability
– Voice Recording of the received and transmitted audio
– 50W Stable High-Power with Heavy Duty Heat Sink and FACC (Funnel Air-Convection Conductor) *Selectable 50W / 25W / 5W
– Micro SD Card Slot (up to 32GB)
Supplied Accessories:
– DTMF Microphone SSM-85D
– Radio unit Mounting Bracket
– Control Cable for operation with adjustable front panel mountings
– DC Power Cable
– Operating Manual
Specifications:
– Frequency Ranges: (Depends on the transceiver version)
– RX: 108 – 137MHz (Air Band)
– 137 – 174MHz (144MHz HAM / VHF Band)
– 174 – 400MHz
– 400 – 480MHz (430MHz HAM / UHF Band)
– 480 – 999.995MHz (USA Cellular Blocked)
– TX: 144 – 148MHz (FTM-500DR) or 144 – 146MHz (FTM-500DE)
– 430 – 450MHz (FTM-500DR) or 430 – 440MHz (FTM-500DE)
– Circuit Type: Double-Conversion Superheterodyne
– Modulation Type: F1D, F2D, F3E : Variable Reactance Modulation
– F7W : 4FSK (C4FM)
– RF Power Output: 50W / 25W / 5W
– Memory Channels: 1104
– Case Size (W x H x D): Radio Unit 5.47″ x 1.66″ x 5.2″ (139 x 42 x 132mm) w/o Fan
– Controller 6.14″ x 2.52″ x 2.31″ (156 x 64 x 58.6mm) w/o Knobs
– Weight: 3.09lbs (1.4kg) with Radio Unit, Controller, Control Cable
Ranger RCI-2995DXCF 10-12 meter Base Station Radio (AM/FM/USB/LSB/CW/PA)
Designed to enhance any serious operators shack, this rack-mounted unit offers exceptional sound quality and large,
easy-to-use controls. The RCI-2995DX has features that include : AM-FM-CW-SSB modes of operation,
variable power, noise blanker and build in heavy duty AC power supply and provides 150W PeP output,
a rear panel frequency meter output for measuring transmit operating frequency and now with build in fan kit.
Dual panel meters display received signal strength transmitter power output and antenna SWR.
Clarifier audio tone controls for accurrate receiver tuning improved reception under difficult conditions.
Pushbutton selection of programming scanning functions, and programmable repeater split for FM operation
enchances the renewed 10 meter repeater activity.
The RCI-2995DX offers microprocessor-based advanced features typically found in high-end units costing several
times as much, including programmable repeater offset and receiver scanning for quick search of active frequencies.
The unit offers three methods of frequency selection, non-volatile memory to store and scan up to ten
favorite frequencies, scanning of selected frequency segment or stored frequencies and front
panel frequency selector lockout.
In addition, the RCI-2995DX offers an impressive array of design and performance improvements:
An improved receiver : designed for increased sensitivity and image rejections.
A double FET balanced mixer : for improved receiver inter-modulation rejection.
Surface mount components : for increased resistance to shock and vibration.
Features:
10 & 12 meter bands
Large frequency display with dimmer control
Improved receiver design
New green back light display
Variable output power control
Active frequency scanner
Ten programmable frequencies
Programmable repeater split
Receiver clarifier(+/- 0.5KHz)
Dual panel meters
Noise blanker/ANL circuitry
Frequency selector lockout
Continuous duty build-in AC power supply
shipping weight — 30 pounds
AM/FM/CW/SSB Base station
100W ++ PeP transmit output power
Volume, SQ, Mic gain, RF gain control
Frequency step adjust : 100Hz, 1KHz, 10KHz, 100KHz, 1000KHz, 10,000KHz
Roger Beep
SWR indicator
ANL, NB
RCI-2950DX CD 10-12 meter Radio (AM/FM/USB/LSB/CW/PA)
New version colour LED display and 25 watts PeP AM mod / 25 watts SSB
Ranger Communications once again sets the performance and reliability standard for entry level
amateur mobile transceivers with the latest generation of our popular RCI-2950DX/70 series
of cost effective, multi mode, high performance transceivers.
Introducing the new RCI-2950DX & RCI-2970N2. These new models feature microprocessor control
of not one but two amateur bands. The new RCI-2950DX, rated at 25W PEP and the RCI-2970N2,
rated at 200W PEP are perfect for the recent band openings on 10 and 12 meters.
Now you can upgrade your mobile Ham capabilities with a radio that is rich in features and reasonable in cost.
The new models have retained the operating features of its popular predecessors,
including programmable repeater offset for repeater activity on 10 meters
and receiver scanning for quick search of active frequencies. The units offer three methods
of frequency selection, non-volatile memory to store and scan up to ten favorite frequencies,
and front panel frequency selector lockout
In addition, the DX Series offers an impressive array of design and performance improvements:
Features:
– new update large LED display for easy reading in a wide range of light conditions
– Modes: AM/FM/USB/LSB/CW
– Variable power output control, adjusts your deadkey power
– An improved receiver designed for increased sensitivity and image rejections.
– A double FET balanced mixer For improved receiver intermodulation rejection.
– New power supply protection, temperature compensation for improved stability and reliability over wide temperature ranges.
– 4-level brightness adjustment
– Extremely stable single sideband USB & LSB mode
– 10 & 12 Meter bands allows you to receive and transmit on these popular amateur frequency bands.
– Receiver Clarifier (0.5kHz), allows you to adjust your receive frequency.
– Noise Blanker/ Automatic Noise Limiter Reduces extra static and receive noise.
– Programmable repeater offset allows you to offset your frequency for FM repeater use.
– Active frequency scanner Scans through to find active frequencies.
– Ten programmable frequencies Program in your most monitored frequencies for easy access.
Ranger RCI- 69 Base Radio 90w+ AM/FM/SSB
Ranger RCI-69 High Power 10-12 Meter Amateur Radio
•Echo Included-Do Not Choose Echo Option
• New Final Amplifier Design
• New Final Amplifier Design
• Uses Ranger RT1 MOSFET Transistors
• 80-100 Watts Peak
• 12 Frequency Bands
• Variable RF Power Control
• 5 Digit Frequency Counter
• S/RF/SWR Front Panel Meter
• Variable Talk Back Control
• Built-In Echo with dual controls.
• Fine + Coarse Variable SSB Clarifier
• 4pin Mic Jack
Notes:
•Already has echo so don’t select as an option
•No need to open Clarifier
