Yaesu announced two new radios are coming to the market!

Yaesu FTM-3207DR and FT-2980R will be available late summer / early fall!

Yaesu FT-2980R 80W FM 2M Mobile Transceiver

As its model name suggests, the new FT-2980R arrives with the solid feature configuration and mechanical toughness of the ever popular FT-2900R – with a superior output power that is upgraded to 80 Watts! With the new FT-2980R, four output power settings – 80W, 30W, 10W and 5W – are selectable, allowing each user to choose the power they want for their operating style and situations. A Massive Heatsink guarantees
a solid 80 Watts of RF Power with no cooling fan needed. Thanks to a loud 3 Watts of audio output, the operator can enjoy reception – even in noisy environments.

Other useful functions included are; Alphanumeric Channel Display; 200 Memory Channels; CTCSS and DCS Encode/Decode Built-in; Versatile Scanning Capability; Wide/Narrow Deviation Selection, Interactive Programming Menu, and so on.

– Massive Heatsink guarantees 80 Watts of RF Power with No Cooling Fan Needed
(Four selectable power output levels are provided: 80/30/10/5 Watts)
– Loud 3 Watts of Audio Output for noisy environments
– Large 6 Digit Backlit LCD ensure excellent visibility
– Excellent Receiver Performance
– Alpha-Numeric Channel Display
– 200 Memory Channels for serious users
– CTCSS and DCS Encode/Decode Built in
– Versatile Scanning Capability
– WX Channels with “Severe Weather” Alert
– Smart Search Operation
– DTMF Direct Access Microphone Included
– Wide/Narrow Deviation Selection
– RF-Squelch
– Interactive Programming Menu
– Supply Voltage Display
– 4-level Display Dimmer
– Dual Watch

Frequency Ranges: RX 136 – 174 MHz
TX 144 – 148 MHz
Circuit Type: Double-Conversion Superheterodyne
Modulation Type: F3E(FM), F2D(PACKET)
Output Power: 80 W/30W/10W/5W
Memory Channels: 200
Case Size(W x H x D): 6.3″ x 2.0″ x 7.3″ (w/o Knobs)
Weight: 4.2 lbs
Warranty: 3 Years

$189.00 – Coming August/September 2017!

Yaesu FTM-3207DR

Ever since the introduction of the popular FTM-3200DR, radio amateurs have been asking for a UHF version. The new FTM-3207DR shares the same core feature set as the FTM-3200DR and is identical in appearance, while now offering UHF operation – on the 430 MHz band. The new FTM-3207DR provides high output power, with incremental power levels from 5 to 55 Watts. Thanks to a heavyduty heat sink that includes our exclusive FACC (Funnel Air-Convention Conductor) Wind Tunnel, the design of this new mobile ensures stable and reliable performance for long-lasting communications. The Front-Facing Speaker delivers 3 Watts of abundant and crystal clear audio; engineered for stress-free and enjoyable communications – even in noisy environments.

As with other YAESU C4FM transceivers, the FTM-3207DR incorporates the Automatic Mode Select (AMS) function -allowing all operators to enjoy seamless communications between conventional FM analog and C4FM digital users. Naturally, the enhanced Digital Group Monitor (GM) function and DG-ID/DP-ID operation are also available. Utilizing the DG-ID/DP-ID, operators can configure the radio for group communications in the UHF band according to their operational preferences and requirements.

Other useful features included as standard are: a bright multi-colored LED Mode/Status Indicator; 220 memory channels with alpha-numeric labels; DSQ (Digital Squelch Code) signaling; CTCSS/DCS encode/decode with split Tone and DCS encode-only capability; and EPCS (Enhanced Paging & Code Squelch Operation).

Genuine 55 W Output Power with FACC: Funnel Air-Convection Conductor (Wind Tunnel)
– Advanced Digital C4FM operation
– System Fusion Compatible
– AMS (Automatic Mode Select) function automatically recognizes the signal as C4FM digital or conventional FM
– Sophisticated Digital-Group-ID Operation
– Loud 3 Watts of Audio Output Power with the Front Speaker for noisy environments
– Bright Multi-colored LED Mode-Indicator for easy operation
– Four Programmable keys on the microphone allow one-touch access to your favorite command functions
– 221 Memory Channels with Alpha-numeric tags (maximum 8 characters)
– DSQ (Digital Squelch Code) Signaling Feature
– CTCSS and DCS Encode/Decode
– Versatile Scanning Capabilities: VFO Scan / Memory Channel Scan / Programmable Memory Scan (PMS) /Priority channel Scan
– Memory-Only Mode
– Time Out Timer (TOT)
– Automatic Power OFF (APO)
– Busy Channel Lock-Out (BCLO)

Frequency Ranges: RX 420 – 470 MHz (specified performance, amateur band only)
TX 430 – 450 MHz (amateur band only)
Circuit Type: Double-Conversion Superheterodyne
Modulation Type: F1D, F2D, F3E, F7W
RF Power Output: 55 W/25 W/5 W
Memory Channels: 221
Case Size(W x H x D): 6.1″ x 1.7″ x 6.1″ (154 x 43 x 155 mm) w/o knobs
Weight (Approx.): 2.86 lbs (1.3 kg)
Warranty: 3 Years

$35.00Reservation

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