The optional SU-1 Barometric Pressure Sensor
unit permits monitoring of sudden weather
changes by monitoring atmospheric pressure.
Although not designed for precise pressure
measurements, it can be a valuable tool for
alerting you to possibly-
dangerous changes in
weather conditions.
The VX-6R/E includes a host of features ideally
suited for use in the outdoor environment, especially
in search-and-rescue situations!
The supplied FNB-80LI (7.4 V/1400 mAh)
provides up to 5 Watts of power output on both
the 144 and 430 MHz bands. This high battery
capacity provides a typical operating time of 7
hours, depending on operating conditions.
In addition to full operation on the 144 and 430
MHz Amateur bands, the VX-6R/E provides a
wide range of monitoring excitement, thanks to
its receiver s incredible frequency coverage of
504 kHz to 998.99 MHz. We recommend the use
of an external antenna for best performance on
particular bands of interest, such as Shortwave.
Cellular coverage is blocked and non-restorable.
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Easy access to WiRES Internet Linking system
via 64 special DTMF memories plus SRG (Sister
Radio Group) one-digit access without touching
a DTMF key
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Microphone Gain adjustment
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Key Beep level adjustment
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PTT Delay, to
minimize wind noise right after the PTT switch is
pressed, especially when using a VOX headset
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CW Training feature that can send five-
character Morse Code groups, to help you
improve your code proficiency.
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Channel counter function for determining the
frequency of a nearby station
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Smart Search
automatic 31-channel scanning/loading system
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10 dB Attenuator for use in strong-signal
environments
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Time-Out Timer (TOT) that will
disengage transmission after programmed time
interval (to prevent interference to others caused
by accidental "stuck microphone" condition
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Busy Channel Lockout (BCLO) feature prevents
transmission when the current frequency is in
use
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RF Squelch keeps receiver muted until a
signal exceeding a certain S-meter reading is
received
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16-digit, 10-memory DTMF Autodialer
for Autopatch use
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Automatic Repeater Shift (ARS)
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Opening "Splash Screen" message is programmable
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Wide range of available options.
The Two-Tone CTCSS Paging function utilizes a
pair of alternating subaudible tones for selective
calling. The LCD will indicate if a call came in
that you missed, allowing you to return the call.
The new "Wake-Up" battery saver feature
provides unparalleled preservation of battery
current. With "Wake-Up" engaged, "WAKEUP"
will appear on the display but otherwise the
transceiver is turned completely off; every 5 to 30
seconds the VX-6R/E will turn itself back on and
check for activity on the current operating
frequency. If no activity
is found, the radio will
go back to sleep for
another 5 to 30 seconds.
The wide array of high-speed scanning features
of the VX-6R/E provide you with many avenues
of monitoring pleasure. Among the scanning
features are:
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VFO Scanning of the entire band or a programmed
(PMS) band segment, with the ability to skip over
constant-carrier "nuisance" channels.
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Memory Scan of all memories, two types of
Name Tag "wild card" scanning, scanning of memories
just on a particular band, scanning of specially-
designated memories only, and scanning of the
PMS memories. You can also designate certain
memories to be skipped during scanning.
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Scanning within a particular Memory Bank.
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Scanning of multiple Memory Banks via the
"Memory Bank Link" mode.
Additional battery saving features include:
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Automatic Power-Off (APO), that turns the radio
off after a programmed period of keystroke activity.
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Password Feature, that lets you engage a four-
digit password requirement for operation; this
can prevent children or other unauthorized users
from turning your radio on and draining the battery.
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Receive Battery Saver, that turns off most transceiver
functions but periodically (0.2/0.3/0.5/1/2 sec.)
checks the current operating frequency for activity.
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TX Battery Saver, that automatically turns the
transmitter power down when you are in contact
with an extremely strong local station.
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On Timer, that lets you program the time of day
when the radio will automatically turn on, eliminating
the need to leave it on during times when you
won t be available to use it.
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DC Voltmeter, that lets you monitor the status
of the internal battery or external power source.
Red and Greed LEDs, plus
the LCD, provide real-time
monitoring of the status
of battery charging.
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The optional FBA-23 Battery Case permits
emergency operation using two AA Alkaline
batteries (not supplied.) For emergency transmission,
a power output of 0.3 Watts is available, or 0.05
Watts on the "Low" power setting. For receive-
only operation, a pair of AA cells will provide
approximately 15 hours of operation.
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If you connect the E-DC-6 External DC Cord, or
the E-DC-5B DC Cable with Cigarette Lighter
Plug, you can operate the VX-6R/E at full power
and charge the battery at the same time.
The EAI feature lets you and your support team
configure your radios so that, in the event of a
climbing or hiking accident that leaves one of you
incapacitated, someone else can command your
VX-6R/E to transmit without you pressing the
PTT, allowing the others to use your signal to
perform direction finding and effect a rescue.
An "Emergency" function is also provided that
will transmit your Callsign on the UHF Home
Channel, while simultaneously flashing the CW
ID in bright white light on the transceiver s LED
and beeping the CW ID loudly from the speaker.
In an emergency, the transceiver’s
LED may be engaged continuously
in its "Bright White" mode, instead
of the usual red or green color,
and may be used as a signal
lamp or flashlight.
The VX-6R/E is rated to JIS7 specifications for
submersion (up to 30 minutes at a depth of up to
three feet), and because the microphone jack is
sealed against water ingress, you can even use
the CMP460 Speaker-Microphone while maintaining
the submersibility of the VX-6R/E!
HIGH LOW3 LOW2 LOW1
5W 2.5W 1.0W 0.05W
0.3W 0.05W
FNB-80LI
SU-1
Outdoor-ready Features including Waterproof
Rating, Emergency Automatic ID (EAI) system,
and Weather Sensor Capability
Five Watts of Power Output, using
High-Capacity Lithium-Ion Battery (supplied)
Wide-band Receiver Coverage
for Catching All the Action!
Performance Features for the
Experienced Hand-Held User!
Three Powerful Emergency Features
Convenient Selective Calling and Paging Features!
Versatile Scanning for the Monitoring Enthusiast!
Big-Radio Features in a Compact Package!
Outstanding Power-Management Features
New Two-Tone CTCSS Paging
Auto-Range Transponder System (ARTS)
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EAI Feature: Ideal for Outdoor Operation!
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Easy-to-Use Ultra-Bright Emergency Flashing LED
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Emergency Feature
50-Tone CTCSS Tone Squelch and
Digital Code Squelch Systems
New "Wake-Up" Feature Checks for
Activity when Radio is Turned Off!
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Charger Information Display
Power Output/Power Source Chart (Approximately)
Battery Operating Times (Approximately)
FNB-80LI or EXT DC
( )220 MHz/USA Version
FBA-23
2 "AA" Alkalines
Band
Battery Case
144 MHz 7 hours 6.5 hours
430 MHz 6 hours
Receive Only 15 hours
Note:
Operating times may vary depending on operating conditions,
and are based on a duty cycle of 6 seconds of transmission at 5
Watts, six seconds of reception at 50% audio level, and 48
seconds of standby operation.
Barometric Pressure
Altitude
Waterproof Connectors
and Microphone Jack
ARTS uses the power of DCS signaling to provide
a handshake capability between two ARTS-
equipped radios, to verify communication range.
For everyday repeater and public-service operations,
full-featured CTCSS and DCS Encoder/Decoder
systems are built into every VX-6R/E. DCS
Inversion is also provided, and the CTCSS
Reverse Tone capability can also mute your
receiver when a particular CTCSS tone is
received (helpful if more than one repeater is
within range, and you want to null out one of
them). CTCSS and DCS Tone/Code Search are
also provided, along with an alarm bell feature.
Compact Polycarbonate Resin and Aluminum
Die-Cast Case with Solid Waterproofing Seal
(guaranteed at depth of up to 3 feet for 30 minutes)
(1.5 W) (1.0 W) (0.5 W) (0.2 W)
Weather Sensor Capability
Submersible Mic Plug
