50/144/430 MHz triple-band handheld transceiver (+222 MHz band, USA version only) with dual receive, wide-band 0.5-999 MHz coverage. Up to 5 Watts of power output. Easy-to-read display of both the Main and Sub band with frequencies, modes, S-meters. Spectrum scope and audio wave display. Case, keypad, speaker, and connectors are sealed to protect the internal circuitry against water damage. Ideated in Japan, year of introduction 2003.
Reference market : amateur-radio
VX-7R specifications
General |
Frequency coverage | |
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Receive (Main) | 0.5000 ~ 999.0000 MHz [1] |
Receive (Sub) | 50.0000 ~ 54.0000 MHz
137.0000 ~ 174.0000 MHz 420.0000 ~ 470.0000 MHz |
Transmit | 50.0000 ~ 54.0000 MHz
144.0000 ~ 148.0000 MHz 222.0000 ~ 225.0000 MHz [2] 430.0000 ~ 450.0000 MHz |
Mode | |
AM / FM / WFM [3] | |
Tuning step | |
5 / 9 [4] / 10 / 12.5 / 15 / 20 / 25 / 50 / 100 kHz / 1 MHz |
Receiver |
Sensitivity (Main) | |
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AM | 3.0 uV (0.5~30 MHz, 10dB S/N).
1.5 uV (108~137 MHz, 10dB S/N). |
FM | 0.5 uV (30~50 MHz, 12dB SINAD).
0.16 uV (50~54 MHz, 12dB SINAD). 1.0 uV (54~65 MHz, 12dB SINAD). 0.2 uV (137~140 MHz, 12dB SINAD). 0.16 uV (140~150 MHz, 12dB SINAD). 0.2 uV (150~174 MHz, 12dB SINAD). 0.3 uV (174~225 MHz, 12dB SINAD). 0.5 uV (300~350 MHz, 12dB SINAD). 0.2 uV (350~400 MHz, 12dB SINAD). 0.18 uV (400~470 MHz, 12dB SINAD). 1.0 uV (800~999 MHz, 12dB SINAD). |
WFM | 1.0 uV (76~108 MHz, 12dB SINAD).
0.35 uV (470~540 MHz, 12dB SINAD). 3.0 uV (540~800 MHz, 12dB SINAD). |
Sensitivity (Sub) | |
FM | 0.18 uV (50~54 MHz, 12dB SINAD).
0.18 uV (137~174 MHz, 12dB SINAD). 0.2 uV (420~470 MHz, 12dB SINAD). |
Selectivity | |
AM / FM | 12 kHz (-6dB)
25 kHz (-60dB) |
WFM | 200 kHz (-6dB)
300 kHz (-20dB) |
RF attenuator | |
20dB | |
Frequency stability | |
± 5ppm with temperature from -10°C to +50°C | |
IF (Main) | |
1° | 45.80 MHz (WFM)
47.25 MHz (AM / FM) |
2° | 10.7 MHz (WFM)
450 kHz (AM / FM) |
3° | 1 MHz (WFM) |
IF (Sub) | |
1° | 46.35 MHz |
2° | 450 kHz |
Transmitter |
Output power [5] | |
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50 MHz (AM) | 1 W |
50/144/430 MHz (FM) | 5 W (high power)
2.5 W (L3 power) 1.0 W (L2 power) 0.05 W (L1 power) |
222 MHz (FM) | 0.3 W (L2 power)
0.05 W (L1 power) |
Output power [6] | |
50/144/430 MHz (FM) | 0.3 W (high power)
0.05 W (L1 power) |
222 MHz (FM) | 0.3 W (L2 power)
0.05 W (L1 power) |
Spurious emission | |
> -60 dB (High/L3 power)
> -50 dB (L2/L1 power) |
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Maximum deviation (FM) | |
±2.5 (narrow)
±5 kHz (wide) |
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Microphone | |
2kΩ |
Features |
Memory | |
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450 standard memories.
9 groups x 48 channels from the standard memories. 31 smart-search memories. 20 set of band-edge memories. 12 home channels [2]. 11 home channels [7]. 10 one-touch memories. 10 hyper memories. 10 "weather broadcast" channels. 89 "popular SW broadcast station" channels. 280 "VHF marine" channels. |
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Display | |
132 x 64 px
1 kHz frequency resolution 2 x 13-segments signal meter bar |
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Selective calling | |
CTCSS / DCS
DTMF 1750 Hz |
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Antenna | |
SMA 50Ω | |
Power supply | |
7.4 VDC nominal, negative ground
10-16 VDC external, negative ground |
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Power consumption | |
0.2mA auto power-off.
28mA RX, stand-by and power saver ON 1:5 (mono band). 34mA RX, stand-by and power saver ON 1:5 (dual band). 67mA RX, stand-by and power saver OFF (mono band). 100mA RX, stand-by and power saver OFF (dual band). 200mA RX, typ (mono band). 240mA RX, typ (dual band). 1.6A TX, 5W @ 50 MHz. 1.7A TX, 5W @ 144 MHz. 1.0A TX, 0.3W @ 222 MHz. 1.9A TX, 4.5W @ 430 MHz. |
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Audio power | |
200 mW on 8Ω (7.2 VDC)
400 mW on 8Ω (13.8 VDC) |
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Audio output | |
Jack 3.5 mm 4-pin | |
Connections | |
Jack 3.5 mm 4-pin (TNC, cloning, mic/headphone) |
Mechanical and environmental data |
Operating temperature | |
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from -20°C to +60°C | |
Dimensions | |
60 (W) x 90 (H) x 28.5 (D) mm, without knobs and antenna | |
Weight | |
260g, with battery pack and antenna |
- Cellular blocked in USA version.
- USA version.
- Only receive.
- 9 kHz step is available on the MW broadcast band only.
- With battery pack or external DC (13.8 V).
- With 2 x AA batteries.
- EXP version.
Updated | Complete | UK - NORTHERN IRELAND
378 pages | 300+ Airports and Airfields
Voice com. | ACC | FIC | VOLMET | ACARS | VDL | ILS | VOR | DME
Sporting the most memory capability of any Amateur transceiver, the VX-7 includes over 900 memory channels of one kind or another, yet access is simple and intuitive, thanks to 8-character Alpha-Numeric labeling capability, so you never miss any of the excitement stored inside. These memories include:
Yaesu VX-7 memory system resources
The VX-7 usually stores, into memory, the operating frequency and some aspects of operating status (such as CTCSS/DCS data, repeater shift, power level, etc.). However, the "Hyper Memory" Mode allows you to store the total current configuration of the radio into a special "Hyper" memory bank. For example, a Hyper Memory location may store the frequencies of both the "Main" and "Sub" bands, plus Spectrum Scope operational status, Scanning features, etc.
VX-7R price
We have collected for your convenience the Yaesu VX7 sale price (UK Pounds) and its trend over time. Useful to guarantee a cheaper purchase of this radio and to put it for sale in the second-hand market. Of course offers, accessories, warranty terms and conditions can lead to different figures.
Price | Date | Condition |
GBP 299.00 | 2021-aug |
Brand-new From old stock |
GBP 129.00 (150EUR) |
2021-jul |
Second Hand With minor cosmetic imperfection. Comes with PA-48C power supply / charger, FNB-80 1500 mAh battery, belt clip, boxed |
GBP 154.00 (199USD) |
2020-mar |
Second Hand Comes with antenna, battery pack, hand strap, Clip-14, MH-57 speaker mic, VX-7R owner's manual |
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