Up to 3 Watts of Power Output! Despite its compact size, the VX-2 series provides 1.5 Watts of 144 MHz power output (430 MHz: 1 Watt) while using the internal FNB-85Li Lithium-Ion Battery pack. Connect the optional E-DC-21 DC Adapter Cable, and power output increases to 3 Watts on 144 MHz, and 2 Watts on 430 MHz! And while the ‘Low Power” setting may be used for short-range communications, you can just touch the [F] key to engage “High” power for one transmission!
	Both 50-tone CTCSS and 104-code Digital Code Squelch (DCS) Encode/Decode systems are built into every VX-2 series, for ease of repeater access or silent monitoring of busy channels. For systems requiring mixed CTCSS/DCS operation, a “Split Tone” mode is included, too. And if you don’t know the CTCSS or DCS information you need when operating from a new location. Tone Search and DCS Search functions are also provided!
	Special pre-programmed Memory Banks are loaded, at the factory, for monitoring of the Marine, Shortwave, and NOAA Weather Bands, for quick access to stations of interest. The Weather Band feature includes a “Severe Weather” alert that sounds an alarm when the 1050 Hz alert tone is transmitted by a NOAA weather broadcast station (U.S. version), ideal for emergency operations.
	WIRESTM™ Internet Access Key and DTMF Autodialer For ease of access to a local node station utilizing Vertex Standard’s WiRESTM Internet Linking system, the front panel “Internet” key generates the DTMF tone needed for system access. And 16-digit, 9-memory DTMF Auto-dialer for autopatch use, or -Internet access via a DTMF string.
	Thanks to the large button size, ergonomic case design, and carefully-crafted operating firmware, the VX-2 series is incredibly simple to operate the first time you pick it up! And its keys and large LCD screen become illuminated whenever a key is pressed or the tuning dial is turned, for ease of nighttime use.
	Wide-Band Receiver Coverage! Besides 144- and 430-MHz transceive operation, the VX-2 series provides receive coverage of the AM (MF) and FM broadcast bands, HF Shortwave Bands, VHF and UHF TV bands, the VHF AM aircraft band, and a wide range of commercial and public safety frequencies, from 500 kHz up to 999 MHz are blocked.
	Activating the “Emergency” feature from the front panel, you’ll place the VX-2 series on the 430 MHz “Home” channel frequency you’ve selected, an alarm beep will be emitted from the speaker (containing a CW “SOS” message, if you like), and the front panel’s Strobe P5~J LED will flash a brilliant a white visual beacon.
	The VX-2 series, incredible memory capacity includes 900 “regular” memories, 11 “Home” channels, 50 pairs of “Band Edge” memories, in addition to 100 channels which allow you to “skip” particular frequencies during band scanning. And each memory may have a six-character Label appended, for quick channel identification.
	To limit scanning within a user-defined sub-band range, or to prevent incursion into the SSB/CW portions of the bands, you may utilize the 50 pairs of Programmable Memory Scan memories to establish sub-band limits for tuning or scanning.
	The VX-2 series allows you to scan just the memory channels, the entire operating band, or a portion of that band. It will halt on signals encountered, so you can talk to the station(s) on that frequency, if you like. The VX-2 series display will automatically become illuminated when an active channel is found.
	Within the “regular” memories, you may designate certain memories in a “Preferential Scan List.” If scanning is initiated while operating on one of the “preferred” channels, the scanning loop will only include those channels on the “preferred” list.
	RF Squelch Only responds to signals exceeding user-set signal strength Channel Counter Searches for frequency of strong nearbystation
	DuaI-Channel Priority” Operation VOX (optional VC-25 Headset required) Automatic Repeater Shift (ARS) ARTS Auto-Range Transponder System eBusy Channel Lock-Out (BCLO) DC Voltage Meter .Wide/Narrow Deviation Setting Cloning For quick transfer of programming data between two VX-2 series . 1750 Hz Tone Calling For European Repeater Access

SPECIFICATIONS for the VX2-E Handheld Transceiver
General
Frequency Ranges:	RX TX	0.5-1.8 MHz (BC Band) (USA Version) 1.8-30 MHz (SW Band) 30-76 (59) MHz (50 MHz HAM) 76 (59)-lOB MHz (FM) 108-137 MHz (Air Band) 137-1 74 MHz (144 MHz HAM) 174-222 MHz (VHF TV) 222-420 MHz (ACT1) 420-470 MHz (430 MHz HAM) 470-800 (729) MHz (UHF TV) (758-774) MHz (UHF TV) 800-999 MHz (ACT2; USA Cellular Blocked) 144-146 (148) MHz 430-440 (450) MHz
Channel Steps:	5/9/10/12.5/15/20/25/50/100 kHz
Frequency Stability:	±5 ppm (14° to +140°F (-10°C to +60° C)
Repeater Shift:	±600 kHz (144 MHz) ±1.6/S.0/7.6 MHz (430 MHz)
Emission Type:	F2, F3
Antenna Impedance:	50 0
Supply Voltage:	Nominal:	3.7 V DC, Negative Ground
	Operating	3.2 - 7.0 V. Negative Ground (EXT DC Jack) 5.5- 7.0 V, Negative Ground (EXT DC Jack when Charging)
Current Consumption:	150 mA (Receive) 58 mA (Standby, Saver Off) 20 mA (Standby, Saver On) 200 iA (Auto Power Off) 1.3A(1.5WTX,144 MHz) 3.7V DC 1.8A(3WTX, 144 MHz) 6.OVDC 1.2 A (1 W TX , 430 MHz) 3.7 V DC 1.5 A (2 W TX , 430 MHz) 6.0 V DC
Operating Temperature:	-4°F to +140°F (-20°C to +60°C)
Case Size (W x H x 0):	1.9 x 3.2 x 0.9 inch (47 x 81 x 23 mm)(w/o knob & antenna)
Weight:	4.6 oz (132 g) With FNB-82L1 & antenna
Transmitter
RF Power Output:	1.5 W (@ 3.7 V FNB-82L1 144 MHz) 3 W (@ 6.0 V EXT DC IN 144MHz) 1 W (@ 3.7 V FNB-82L1 430 MHz) 2 W (@ 6.0 V EXT DC IN 430 MHz)
Modulation Type:	Variable Reactance F2, F3
Maximum Deviation:	±5 kHz (F2, F3)
Spurious Emission:	At least 60 dB below (HIGH) At least 50 dB below (LOW)
Microphone Impedance:	2 kG
Receiver
Circuit Type:	AM, NFM: WFM:	Double-Conversion Superheterodyne Triple-Conversion Superheterodyne
Intermediate Frequencies:	1st 2nd 3rd AM, NFM 47.25MHz 450 kHz    WFM 45.8 MHz 10.7 MHz 1 MHz
Sensitivity:	3 µV for 10 dB SN (0.5-30 MHz, AM) 0.35 µV TYP for 12 dB SINAD (30-54 MHz, NFM) 1 µV TYP for 12 dB SINAD (54-76 MHz, NFM) 1.5 µV TYP for 12 dB SINAD (76-108 MHz, WFM) 1.5 µV TYP for 10 dB SN (108-137 MHz, AM) 0.2 µV for 12 dB SINAD (137-1 40 MHz, NFM) 0.16 µV for 12 dB SINAD (140-150 MHz, NFM) 0.2 µV for 12 dB SINAD (150-1 74 MHz, NFM) 1 µV TYP for 12 dB SINAD (174-222 MHz, WFM) 0.5 µV for 12 dB SINAD (300-350 MHz, NFM) 0.2 µV for 12 dB SINAD (350-400 MHz, NFM) 0.18 µV for 12 dB SINAD (400-470 MHz, NFM) 1.5 µV for 12 dB SINAD (470-540 MHz, WFM) 3 µV TYP for 12 dB SINAD (540-800 MHz, WFM) 1.5 µV TYP for 12 dB SINAD (800 -999 MHz, NFM) USA Version Cellular Blocked
Selectivity:	NFM, AM: WFM:	12 kHz/35 kHz (—6 dB/-60 dB) 200 kHz/300 kHz (-6 dB/—20 dB)
AFOutput:	50 mW @ 8 ohms for 10% THD (@3.7V) 100 mW @ 8 ohms for 10% THD (@ 6.0V)
Specifications are subject to change without notice, and are guaranteed within the 144 and 430 MHz amateur bands only. Frrequency ranges will vary according to transceiver version; check with your dealer.
Supplied Accessories: Battery Charger NC~85BICIU*, 3.7V 1000 mAh Lithium-Ion Battery FNB-82L1, Antenna, Belt Clip *"B" suffix for use with 120 VAC, “C" suffix for use with 220-240 VAC, or “U" suffix for use with 220-240 VAC UK plug.

Please note: We sell the VX-2E european version. For Export TX expand to ca. 137-174 MHz and 420-470 MHz possible.