The ft 7900r has excellent receive range covering 108 to 520 and 700990 mhz less cellular. Jul 04, 2015 two of the big names in radio programming are chirp and rt systems. Yaesu ft 8900 ham radio chirp programming jarrod ochsenbein. I specified in the menu which side my packet operations would be on. How to setup a kenwood tmv71a with aprs tracking motor. Rt systems krsv71 programming software and cable radio. The signalink usb is always powered by the computer and never needs external power. Kenwood sells such a cable the pg5g as do other vendors, but they are all a bit expensive. How to setup a kenwood tm v71a with aprs tracking aprs allows users to send real time text messages, gps coordinate data, weather information, and many other things over ham radio frequencies normally 144. Wondering what those of you that have tried these two radios kenwood tm v71a vs.
Managing all the options of this radio becomes easy with the software. I have an argent open tracker that a friend from work helped me tune with a spectrum analyzer to work with my yaesu ft60r handheld 5 watt unit and my yaesu ft8800r mobile 50 watt max. The rt systems radio programming system includes the rt systems krsv71 programming software for the kenwood tm v71. This is intended as a guide for basic operations only. I passed my technician exam a couple of weeks ago and im looking to buy a nice, but affordable mobile transceiver.
Jan 03, 2016 mobile radios are a great way to communicate locally mounted in a fixed location. Could go with the ft 8800 also, as i have never operated on 6 or 10, but it intrigues me. Chirp free radio programming software chirp is constantly being updated and improved to work on more and more radio models, but often has major or minor issues when attempting to program baofeng hts, depending on the radio firmware version, and the baofengs firmware cannot be updated. Rt systems makes commercial programming kits which include both software and a radiospecific cable. Yaesu ftm400xdr 144 430 mhz dual band c4fm digital analog fm mobile transceiver improved gps 50 watts. Mobile radios are a great way to communicate locally mounted in a fixed location. You will need to use the com1 or com2 on your pc, and nothing can share that port example mouse again nothing can share those ports need for programming. Everything that can be programmed from the face of the radio can be set and. Kenwood tmv71a dual band w cap mod i bought it that way allows tx up to 151. Before you can read any article, read and write message and download manuals from mods. Read the current configuration from the radio for editing or start from scratch in a new file. Chirp is free, open source software thats used with a thirdparty programming cable. The advanced kenwood tm v71a dual bander provides sophisticated, highpowered performance on 2 meters and 440 mhz.
With such a cable, you can choose your own or try many usb adapters to get. The large radio display clearly conveys the status of the radio and can be set to green or amber. Apr 16, 2020 kenwood tmv708a tm v708a tmv708a service manual and specs kenwood tm201a tm 201a tm201a service manual and specs kenwood tm211e tm 211e tm211e service manual and specs kenwood tm221e tm 221e tm221e service manual and specs kenwood tm231e tm 231e tm231e service manual and specs. Have you used chirp or rt systems programming software. The ft 7900r provides 50 watts of power on the 144 mhz band, and 40 watts on the 430 mhz, and is designed for simplicity of operation along with high performance in the receiver section.
Ive pretty much come to the conclusion that it is not going to be possible to mount my ft2900r in my 2010 ford fusion in any kind of practical way but do feel free to correct me if im wrong. Ft8800 radio programming software yaesu radio software. Id like to hear opinions from experienced hams on either unit to help me make my final decision. Jun 26, 2012 to program my kenwood tm v71a dualband mobile i needed a cable to connect the radio to my computer. Tmv71a 144430 mhz fm dual bander tmv71a tmv71e this equipment complies with the essential requirements of directive 19995ec. Kenwood tmv71 and tmd710 transceivers the kenwood tmv71 and tmd710 dualband fm transceivers are the only commerciallyavailable rigs with echolink capabilities built in. The ft7900r is ideal for the amateur who does not require crossband repeat as found on the ft8800r and ft8900r. The advanced kenwood tmv71a dual bander provides sophisticated, highpowered performance on 2 meters and 440 mhz. If you are a vendor and want to have your radio supported by chirp, please see informationforvendors. Click here for more information spreadsheet layout with many point and click options. Ftm400xdre models replace the ftm400dre radios with improved gps performance for enhanced aprs operation find yaesu ftm400xdr c4fm. Rt systems krsv71 programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the kenwood tmv71. Kenwood tmv708a tm v708a tmv708a user and service manual.
Yaesu ft 8800r 144430mhz dual band fm mobile transceiver. Jun 18, 2018 radio has memory channels already preset. The kenwood tmv71a is comparable to the yaesu ft8800r, and is a. Once i saw how the rtsystems software worked on my ft857d i purchased rtsystems for my thd74a and tmv71a and like it better. Wondering what those of you that have tried these two radios kenwood tmv71a vs. Had been using the free mcp2a software from kenwood but found it limited. The adms2i programming system works with authentic versions of this radio worldwide including the ft 8800m, ft 8800r and ft 8800e. For some radios such as yaesu, the rt systems cable and software are. Sep 17, 2012 kenwood tmv71a dual band w cap mod i bought it that way allows tx up to 151. Grbv71 quick release magnetic panel bracket for kenwood. Rt systems krsv71 programming kit for kenwood tmv71a. Moreover, with this radio, it is easy to change the front panels configuration. Kenwood ham radio install pic heavy ford raptor forums.
Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. The ft 8900r has many of the same great features, but also includes a quadband transceiver. Kenwood tmv71a tm v71a tmv71a user and service manual. Files can even be shared between users via email or the internet. Thanks for your insight and knowledge in helping me make my decision. The rt systems radio programming system includes the rt systems krsv71 programming software for the kenwood tmv71.
If you have any errors, or time out messages, these are normally due to your pc settings, and not the radio. Could go with the ft8800 also, as i have never operated on 6 or 10, but it. Spreadsheet layout with many point and click options. So if you want to use the same set of memories on both sides, you have to program the same channel on the two sides separately on the 8800. Any memory channel with all its details can be sent to the radio with a simple keystroke. Yaesu ftm400xdr transceivers mobile dual band 2m70cm, ftm400xdr.
I didnt get a chance to discuss all the features this radio is packed. Hamcity has more than 30 years of experience in the amateur radio equipment business. Kenwood tmv708a tm v708a tmv708a service manual and specs kenwood tm201a tm 201a tm201a service manual and specs kenwood tm211e tm 211e tm211e service manual and specs kenwood tm221e tm 221e tm221e service manual and specs kenwood tm231e tm 231e tm231e service manual and specs. The ft7900r has excellent receive range covering 108 to 520 and 700990 mhz less cellular.
To program my kenwood tmv71a dualband mobile i needed a cable to connect the radio to my computer. Rt systems makes commercial programming kits which include both software and a radiospecific cable chirp supports a large number of radios including anytone at5888uv. Once i saw how the rtsystems software worked on my ft 857d i purchased rtsystems for my thd74a and tm v71a and like it better. The rt systems programming software makes it easy to set up memory channel details including names and tones, limit memories for programmable scanning functions, dtmf memories, hypermemory. Kenwood tmv71a dualband mobile twoway radio programming. With easy to use features and full duplex operation on vhf and uhf, this rig is destined to be a favorite in both mobile and base station operation. Kpg4dk windows programming software for tk23123312 includes 9 pin serial port programming cable. 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. Programming software for kenwood tmv71a tm v71a tmv71a. Ive been looking at various units and i think ive narrowed it down to either the yaesu ft8800r or the kenwood tmv71a. Makes it easier to cut and paste from one radio file to another.
If youre ready for the best in a dualband fm mobile transceiver, the ft 8800r is ready for you. The cut, copy, paste and insert features of the software make channel management easier than ever. The krs590 radio programming software is designed to give you the ease and convenience of programming the memories and set menu options of your radio from your pc. In the video, i talked about crossband repeat using the kenwood tm v71a and showed. By utilizing this software, you can enjoy the versatility of the tmv71ae. Pdf service manual for kenwood tmv708a tmv71a tm v71a tmv71a. Yaesu ftm400xdr transceivers mobile dual band 2m70cm. Argent tracker2 kenwood tmv71a db9 6pin mini 1 audio out 1 data in 2 squelch input 6 squelch out 3 ptt 3 ptt 5 audio in 5 af out 6 ground 2 ground plugged in and ready to go. Yaesu ftm400xdr c4fm digital dual band transceivers ftm.
May 10, 2009 argent tracker2 kenwood tm v71a db9 6pin mini 1 audio out 1 data in 2 squelch input 6 squelch out 3 ptt 3 ptt 5 audio in 5 af out 6 ground 2 ground plugged in and ready to go. Rtsystems krsv71usb software programming, krsv71usb. This service is nonrefundable once completed to make an amateur radio capable of transmitting just outside of the amateur radio bands, this service usually. To login you need a member shipment, click here to be a new member, it is free. The use of the warning symbol graphic symbol means the equipment is subject to restrictions of use in certain countries. Yaesu ft8800r 144430mhz dual band fm mobile transceiver. The kenwood tmv71a is a great proven performer for a straight dual band as well as the ft 8800r or the cheapest the ft 7900ryou could almost buy two of these for the price of the ft400dr and could buy two of them for the price of the id5100a. Please note the ft 8800r is no longer in production, the suggested replacement is the ft 8900r. Introducing the ftm100dr vhfuhf dual band transceiver, an exciting new way to enter into yaesus revolutionary world of system fusion c4fm digital communications. The rt systems programming software makes it easy to program memory channels, vfos, programmable memory settings, and other menu settings of the radio. Could go with the ft8800 also, as i have never operated on 6 or 10, but it intrigues me. Ftm400xdre models replace the ftm400dre radios with improved gps performance for enhanced aprs operation find yaesu ftm. I might have gone with the kenwood tmv71a but couldnt justify the extra cost over the 8800 closeout.
Quick video on how to program your yaesu 8900 ham radio with chirp software. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. I already have the programming software and would be cloning my existing 2. In the video, i talked about crossband repeat using the kenwood tmv71a. These advanced digital transceivers have three digital modes plus an analog mode.
The ft7900r provides 50 watts of power on the 144 mhz band, and 40 watts on the 430 mhz, and is designed for simplicity of operation along with high performance in the receiver section. Looking for a less expensive alternative, i searched for. Apr 20, 2020 programming software for kenwood tmv71a tm v71a tmv71a. How to setup a kenwood tmv71a with aprs tracking aprs allows users to send real time text messages, gps coordinate data, weather information, and many other things over ham radio frequencies normally 144. We strive to provide you with the highest quality to meet our customers needs. Two of the big names in radio programming are chirp and rt systems. Ive been looking at various units and i think ive narrowed it down to either the yaesu ft 8800r or the kenwood tmv71a. Below is a partial list of highquality interfaces which are specifically recommended for use with echolink. I might have gone with the kenwood tm v71a but couldnt justify the extra cost over the 8800 closeout. I like the 8800 memory management better, since i use the different memories per side and the memory banks to set up different scanning profiles using the. Tmv71 programmer is a software program developed by rt systems. Please visit us today for all your ham radio needs. I hope to head to hro next week, so i really appreciate any.
The ft 7900r is ideal for the amateur who does not require crossband repeat as found on the ft 8800r and ft 8900r. An optional programming cable pg5g, or pg5h serial communications cable is. Looking for a less expensive alternative, i searched for a cable with the right connectors. On the other hand, irrespective of the band, the levels of power range are 5, 10 and 50 watts. The rt systems adms2h radio programming systems includes the rt systems ft 8900 programming software for the yaesu ft 8900 and the rt systems usb29b cable. Click here for more information and details about the program.
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