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YAESU FTM-300DE

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C4FM/FM 144/430MHz Dual Band Digital Mobile Transceiver FTM-300DR/E.

The new FTM-300DR/E provides stable and reliable SOW RF power output. As in recent YAESU mobile
transceivers, the FTM-300DR/E is also equipped with a heavy-duty heat sink that includes our exclusive FACC

Real Dual Band Operation (V+V, U+U, V+U, U+V) is available with two independent receivers, and the FTM-
300DR/E supports simultaneous C4FM digital monitoring for both the A and B bands.

2-inch High-Resolution QVGA Fuii-Color TFT Display clearly highlights the frequency and operation bands.
With the Band Scope Function, users can monitor up to 63 channels centered around the current VFO frequency
in real time. (21 channels in memory channel mode)

Memory Channel Band Auto Grouping (MBAG) is one of the advanced features of the FTM-300DR. Memory channels are automatically categorized in each band, and memory channels can be easily and quickly recalled by 4 Band Groups – Airband(M-AIR), VHF(M-VHF), UHF(M-UHF) and 174-400MHz/ 480-999.99MHz (M-GEN).

3W audio power speaker ensures a clear and crisp audio – that has been specifically tuned for quality audio. Two individual external speaker jacks are provided. Users can output the VFO A and B band Receiver to separate speakers or mix A and B signals when a single external speaker is used.

Built-in Bluetooth unit is installed in the FTM-300DR. This enables the hands-free operation with the YAESU SSMBT10 or a commercially available product. The SSM-BT10 is equipped with a PTT button and also supports VOX operation. Using the new USB charger cable – SCU-41 with the controller of the FTM-300DR, the SSM-BT10 can be easily charged. The SSM-BT10 works for approximately 20 hours on single charge.

The FTM-300DR supports both the WiRES-X Portable Digital Node function and Fixed Node function with the HRI-200. Since simultaneous C4FM monitoring on both VFO A and VFO B is possible, users can enjoy both WiRES-X communications on one channel while monitoring another local channel at the same time.

Other advanced features of the new FTM-300DR include

DG-ID (Digital ID)
Group Monitor
Positional awareness from the built-in 66ch High Sensitivity GPS receiver enabling Real Time Navigation
Backtrack feature
A GPS Terminal for an external GPS receiver
1200/ 9600 ARRS data modem for ARRS mode
Voice Recording of both Received and Transmitted audio
Save and load data including configuration and memory channel information to a micro SD card
Snapshot function using the optional MH-85A11U camera microphone

Paul L | MØFOX | Chesterfield UK | IO93HE | Icom IC-7800 | Yaesu FT-980 | FT-902DM | WAB SK46

DV4home DStar DMR dPMR NXDN C4FM

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DV4home – Shipping again beginning of December

The DV4home is another member of the successful family of DV4 products. As usual it supports all digital modes, while simplifying and extending the supported functions. While it acts as a “home” for the DV4mini it can be easily used mobile or portable as well. It is a stand alone unit that does not need a PC to operate. (DV4mini not included)

(automatic update of firmware via Internet)

There are 2 versions available, the DV4home and the DV4home compact.

DV4home

The DV4home uses the same microcontroller platforms as the DV4home compact, but adds 2 AMBE3000 chips, a microphone and a speaker connector to the unit. There is a built-in speaker and the microphone is included.

These components allow these additional functions:

  • Direct Internet transceive mode without a DV4mini by using the microphone and the external speaker. This is an economical alternative if no local wireless signal is needed. In this mode the DV4home supports D-Star, DMR, dPMR, NXDN (and later C4FM via software update)

  • Dual mode support: even without a DV4mini inserted the unit can be simultaneously connected to a D-Star and a DMR reflector, using 2 separate speakers to play the respective audio streams.

  • Transceiver mode connects a D-Star or DMR radio via a plugged in DV4mini to a reflector.

  • Conference mode requires a DV4mini inserted into the unit and allows to use the built-in microphone/speaker connectors and the RF connection through the DV4mini to a DMR or D-Star radio. This mode works in D-Star and DMR.

  • Transcode mode allows to use a digital radio in one mode and connect to a reflector in another mode. Use your D-Star radio to try out DMR! The following conversions are supported:

    • D-Star → DMR

    • DMR→ D-Star

  • Later via software update:

    • All –>. Fusion (C4FM)

    • Fusion (C4FM) → All

  • DMR/D-Star Bridge mode allows to interconnect DMR and D-Star reflector rooms using the licensed DVSI AMBE chips. This mode bears the risk of creating loops in the network, therefore a free license key is required which also helps that the installations can be supported by the network administrators to assure a flawless integration.

  • IPSC2 and DMRplus bridge permits the connection between DMRPlus.

Interfaces:

Power

9-15V, 1A, barrel connector 5.5/2.5mm

Ethernet

RJ-45, 10/100 MBit/s

Speaker

Stereo 3.5mm for simultaneous dual mode  operation

Microphone

DTMF, Electret with modular connector

DV4mini

Integrated shielded compartment with USB connector

USB

WLAN or LTE stick for wireless internet connectivity

Line out

3.5 mm 1 Vss

Display

256 x 64, 4 lines OLED

Temperature range:

-40C – + 85C

Paul L | MØFOX | Chesterfield UK | IO93HE | Icom IC-7800 | Yaesu FT-980 | FT-902DM | WAB SK46

SharkRF openSPOT DMR/FUSION/D-STAR hotspot

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openSPOT is a standalone digital radio IP gateway / hotspot

Supports DMR (Brandmeister, DMRplus), D-Star (DCS, REF/DPlus, XRF/DExtra, XLX), System Fusion (FCS, YSFReflector) networks. More supported networks and features will be available with new firmware releases.

Supports cross modem modes. Talk with your C4FM radio on DMR, and with your DMR radio on System Fusion networks!
Very easy to use, works without a computer. No additional hardware required, works out of the box. All accessories included.
Web interface for configuration and monitoring.
HTTP, UDP/TCP API support.
Custom 2FSK/4FSK RF protocol support with TDMA.

USB powered, low energy consumption, 20mW RF output.
Create your own private radio network using our open source server application.
Runs fully embedded software written in pure C, running on an embedded real time operating system. No Linux, bulky Windows software or failing SD cards!Paul L | MØFOX | Chesterfield UK | IO93HE | Icom IC-7800 | Yaesu FT-980 | FT-902DM | WAB SK46