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This is a list of amateur radio transceivers.
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This is a list of amateur radio transceivers.
RX and TX below and elsewhere are ham radio jargon for receive and transmit.
| Model | Category | Frequency ranges (MHz) |
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| BF-F8HP [5] | Handheld | 136–174 400–520 65–108 (RX only) |
| UV-5X3 [5] | Handheld | 130–179 220–225 400–520 65–108 (RX only) |
| GMRS-V1 [5] | Handheld | 15 GMRS two-way channels 8 GMRS repeater channels 130–179 (RX only) 400–520 (RX only) 65–108 (RX only) |
| UV-82HP [5] | Handheld | 136–174 400–520 65–108 (RX only) |
| UV-82C [5] | Handheld | 136–174 400–520 65–108 (RX only) |
| UV-5R [5] | Handheld | 136–174 400–520 65–108 (RX only) |
| BF-F8+ [5] | Handheld | 136–174 400–520 65–108 (RX only) |
| UV-82 [5] | Handheld | 136–174 400–520 65–108 (RX only) |
| BF-888S [5] | Handheld | 400–480 65–108 (RX only) |
| UV-25X2 [5] | Portable | 130–179 400–520 65–108 (RX only) |
| UV-25X4 [5] | Portable | 130–179 220–260 (US, Asia) 360–390 (Eurasia) 400–520 65–108 (RX only) |
| UV-50X2 [5] | Portable | 130–179 400–520 65–108 (RX only) |
| UV-50X3 [5] | Portable | 136–174 222–225 400–480 500–1719 (RX only) 65–108 (RX only) 108–135 (RX only) 174–250 (RX only) 300–399 (RX only) 481–520 (RX only) |
The Baofeng UV-5R is a hand-held radio that has been marketed in the United States [6] and was produced since 2012. [7] It has been used in a number of projects involving radios. [8] [9] It is described as a popular inexpensive model. [6]
The UV-5R is designed to transmit on the 2 meter band between 136 and 174 MHz and on the 70 cm band between 400 and 520 MHz. (480 MHz to 520 MHz is not available in the UK to comply with Ofcom regulations and are blocked by the manufacturer). Features include CTCSS and duplex operation for use with local repeaters, dual watch and dual reception, an LED flashlight, voice prompts in either English or Chinese and programmable LED lighting for the LCD display.
The FCC cited the Houston, Texas based importer Amcrest Industries which owns and operates Baofeng radio US for illegally marketing UV-5R, "capable of operating outside the scope of its equipment authorization,” the FCC Citation said, which is outside of its Part 90 authorization granted. The FCC asserts Amcrest marketed "UV-5R-series FM hand-held radios capable of transmitting on “restricted frequencies." "Marketing a device that is "capable of operating outside the scope of its equipment authorization,” is not allowed. [6]
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Communication Radio Telecommunication France is a company producing amateur radio transceivers. [10]
| Model | Category | Frequency ranges (MHz) |
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| FP 00 [11] | Handheld | RX/TX: 144-146 MHz / 430-440 MHz |
| 1 FP [12] | Handheld | RX/TX: 144-146 MHz / 430-440 MHz |
| 2 FP [13] | Handheld | RX/TX: 144-146 MHz / 430-440 MHz |
| P2N [14] | Handheld | RX/TX: 144-146 MHz / 430-440 MHz |
| 4 CF V2 [15] | Handheld | RX/TX: 144-146 MHz / 430-440 MHz |
Among the product lines are the "TS" series of HF transceivers which cover the HF ("high frequency") bands, from 1.8 to 50 MHz. These transceivers include the TS-820S, the TS-590S, the TS-850S, the TS-430S.
Other series include the 100, 500, and the 2000 series. Kenwood also offers a "B" model, which is a transceiver without display or controls and is completely controlled by a remote computer or a separate control unit.
The Kenwood TS-2000 is an amateur radio transceiver manufactured by the Kenwood Corporation. [24] [25] [26] Introduced in the year 2000, the radio was known for its "all-in-one" functionality. It can transmit on all amateur radio bands between 160 meters and 70 centimeters, with the exception of the 1.25 meters band, and the "X" model also has built-in 23 centimeters band capability option. Kenwood discontinued production of the TS-2000 in September, 2018. [27]
The TS-2000 was marketed as a feature-rich transceiver. As an "all-band" transceiver, the TS-2000 offers a maximum power output of 100 watts on the HF, 6 meters, and 2 meters bands, 50 watts on 70 centimeters, and, with the TS-2000X or the optional UT-20, 10 watts on the 1.2 GHz or 23 centimeters band. The (American version) radio's main receiver covers 30 kHz through 60 MHz, 142 MHz through 152 MHz, and 420 through 450 MHz (plus 1240 through 1300 MHz with the "X" model). The sub-receiver tunes between 118 and 174 MHz, and from 220 to 512 MHz (VFO ranges). [28]
The radio's main receiver uses DSP at the IF level, so a very flexible selection of bandwidths are available without the purchase of mechanical filters, as was necessary on past radios.
It features backlit keys, a built-in TNC for receiving DX Packet Cluster information, and the Sky Command II+ system (found on the K-Model), which allows for remote control of the transceiver using Kenwood's TH-D7A handheld or TM-D700A mobile radio.
Kenwood provides a firmware Update, [29] Memory Control Program MCP-2000, [30] and Radio Control Program ARCP-2000. [31]
The Kenwood TS-820S is a model of amateur radio transceiver produced primarily by the Kenwood Corporation from the late 1970s into the 1980s; some were produced by Trio Electronics before Kenwood's 1986 name change). The transceiver's predecessor was the TS-520, which began production a year earlier. The TS-820S was the second of three hybrid (including vacuum tubes and semiconductors) models produced by Kenwood during the 1970s and 1980s, [32] and was noted for its quality. Its functionality and new hybrid technology made it one of the most popular transceivers marketed to amateurs in the late 1970s and early 1980s. The TS-820S has a built-in power supply, so it can be plugged directly into a 120 V wall outlet.
The TS-820 did not have an LED frequency counter, but was otherwise identical to the 820S. [33] The TS-820S was the most sophisticated (and common) variant. [33] The TS-820X, unavailable in the United States, was primarily produced in Japan.
The transceiver can transmit and receive on the HF 10-, 15-, 20-, 40-, 80- and 160-meter bands, [33] and can receive WWV and WWVH on 15 MHz. It can use SSB, FSK and CW on all bands. [33] The TS-820S' power consumption is 57 watts (with heaters on) when receiving and 292 watts when transmitting. The transceiver's peak envelope power output on SSB and CW is about 100 watts, and about 60 watts on FSK. Its tubes are tuned manually, using the transceiver's drive, plate and load controls.
Quanzhou Wouxun Electronics Co. Ltd. is a manufacturer of hand held radios from Quanzhou City, People's Republic of China.
The company was founded in 2000 to manufacture UHF/VHF radios. [40]
The FT-221 is a modular VHF 2M all mode (SSB, AM, CW and FM) amateur radio transceiver, produced during the 1970s.
The FT221R is a model with repeater shift. The FT221RD also has a digital display.
The Yaesu FT-857 is one of the smallest MF/HF/VHF/UHF multimode general-coverage amateur radio transceivers. [45] The set is built by the Japanese Vertex Standard Corporation and is sold under the Yaesu brand. [46] The FT-857 is developed on the FT-897 and MARK-V FT-1000MP transceivers. [45]
These are low power transceivers primarily used by Amateur radio operators for QRP (low power) operation. They are available as commercial products, built from kits or homebrewed from published plans.
| Model | Type | Band or frequency range | Maximum power (W) | Modes | In production |
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| UBitx (v6) [47] | Kit (can also be homebrewed) | 3–30 MHz (HF) | 5–10 | CW / SSB / wide band RX | Yes |
| BITX40 | Kit | 40m | 7 | SSB | No |
| QCX / QCX+ / QCXmini [48] | Kit | Built for a single band 80m / 60m / 40m / 30m / 20m / 17m | 5 | CW | Yes |
| QDX [49] | Kit | 80m / 40m / 30m / 20m | 5 | Digital modes (WSJT-X and JS8Call, primarily) | Yes |
| 2N2/40+ | Homebrew | 40m (mods for other bands) | 2 | CW | N/A |
| Small Wonder Labs SW+ | Kit | Single band 80m / 40m / 20m | 2 | CW | No |
| ME Series | Kit | Single band 80m / 40m / 30m / 20m | 2 | CW | Yes |
| Mosquita III | Kit | 40m | 5 | CW | No [50] |
| Nouveau 75A | Kit | 80M | 5 (Carrier) / 20 PEP | AM | Yes |
| Splinter II | Kit | 40m | 0.5 | CW | Yes |
| OHR 100A | Kit | 80m / 40m / 30m / 20m / 15m | 5 (4–4.5 on 15m) | CW | Yes |
| BCR Blue Cool Radio | Kit | (80m) / 40m / 30m / 20m / 17m | 5 | CW | No [50] |
| QRPGuys DSB Digital Transceiver II | Kit | 40m / 30m / 20m | 1 – 2.5 | Digital Modes (FT8 / Others) | Yes |
| Xiegu G1M [51] | Commercial | 80m, 40m, 20m, 15m | 5 | CW / SSB / (AM: receive-only) | Yes |
| Xiegu 5105 [52] | Commercial | 160m – 6m | 4.5 | SSB / AM / FM | Yes |
| Xiegu G90 [53] | Commercial | 160m – 10m | 20 | CW / SSB / AM / (FM experimental with low sound quality) | Yes |
| Elecraft KX3 | Kit or assembled | 160 – 6 meter ham bands / wide band RX | 0.1 – 10 | CW / SSB / AM / FM / digital modes | Yes |
| Yaesu FT-818, Yaesu FT-817(ND) | Commercial | HF/VHF/UHF (no 4m band, no 1.25m band, 60m band varies by model) | FT-818 external power: 1–6W; FT-817 external power: 0.5–5W; FT-818/817 internal battery: max. 2.5W | CW / SSB / AM / FM / digital modes (soundcard interface required) | FT-818: Yes, FT-817: no |
| Icom IC-705 | Commercial | HF/VHF/UHF (no 4m band, no 1.25m band) | 10 (external power), 5 (internal battery) | CW / SSB / AM / FM / D-STAR / digital modes (USB soundcard built-in) | Yes |
In amateur radio, QRP operation refers to transmitting at reduced power while attempting to maximize one's effective range. QRP operation is a specialized pursuit within the hobby that was first popularized in the early 1920s. QRP operators limit their transmitted RF output power to 5 W or less regardless of mode.
The 2-meter amateur radio band is a portion of the VHF radio spectrum that comprises frequencies stretching from 144 MHz to 148 MHz in International Telecommunication Union region (ITU) Regions 2 and 3 and from 144 MHz to 146 MHz in ITU Region 1 . The license privileges of amateur radio operators include the use of frequencies within this band for telecommunication, usually conducted locally with a line-of-sight range of about 100 miles (160 km).
The 1.25-meter, 220 MHz or 222 MHz band is a portion of the VHF radio spectrum internationally allocated for amateur radio use on a primary basis in ITU Region 2, and it comprises frequencies from 220 MHz to 225 MHz. In the United States and Canada, the band is available on a primary basis from 222 to 225 MHz, with the addition of 219 to 220 MHz on a limited, secondary basis. It is not available for use in ITU Region 1 or ITU Region 3. The license privileges of amateur radio operators include the use of frequencies within this band, which is primarily used for local communications.
Kenwood is a Japanese brand of consumer electronics. It has been owned by JVCKenwood since October 2011, when Kenwood Corporation merged with JVC. Kenwood manufactures audio equipment such as AM/FM stereo receivers, cassette tape decks/recorders, amateur radio (ham) equipment, radios, cellular phones, speakers, and other consumer electronics.
The R. L. Drake Company is a manufacturer of electronic communications equipment located in Springboro, Ohio. It is also known for its line of equipment for amateur radio and shortwave listening, built in the 1950s through the 1980s. The company operates as a separate entity owned by Blonder Tongue Laboratories, Inc.
Amateur radio frequency allocation is done by national telecommunication authorities. Globally, the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) oversees how much radio spectrum is set aside for amateur radio transmissions. Individual amateur stations are free to use any frequency within authorized frequency ranges; authorized bands may vary by the class of the station license.
Yaesu FT-101 is a model line of modular amateur radio transceivers, built by the Yaesu Corporation in Japan during the 1970s and 1980s. FT-101 is a set that combines a solid state transmitter, receiver and a tube final amplifier. Its solid state features offer high-performance, low-current characteristics and its tube amplifier provides an almost mismatch-resistant transmitter and tuner stage. FT-101s were made with plug-in circuit boards that could be sent to the dealer or factory for replacement or repair. Until then, modular design was unprecedented in the amateur community. This also explains the fact why so many FT-101s are still in use today. The rig was sold worldwide as Yaesu FT-101 and in Europe as Yaesu FT-101 and as Sommerkamp FT-277. Because of its reliability it earned its nickname "the workhorse".
D-STAR is a digital voice and data protocol specification for amateur radio. The system was developed in the late 1990s by the Japan Amateur Radio League and uses minimum-shift keying in its packet-based standard. There are other digital modes that have been adapted for use by amateurs, but D-STAR was the first that was designed specifically for amateur radio.
The Yaesu FT-ONE is an all-mode solid state general coverage HF amateur radio (HAM) transceiver. The use of FM required an optional FM board to be installed. The unit was designed for fixed, portable or mobile operation, although the size and weight (17 kg) made it more suitable for fixed use. The FT-ONE was built by the Japanese Yaesu-Musen Corporation from 1982 to 1986. At its release, the FT-ONE was launched as the successor to the FT-902 and as the new Yaesu top-of-the-line transceiver. The FT-ONE was not only Yaesu's first fully synthesized, computer-controlled amateur band transceiver but it was also the first transceiver with a general coverage receiver. The FT-ONE was sold in the U.S., Asian and European markets. It was released in 1982 with a list price of $2800.00 US.
The Yaesu FT-817 is one of the smallest MF/HF/VHF/UHF multimode general-coverage amateur radio transceivers. The set is built by the Japanese Vertex Standard Corporation and is sold under the Yaesu brand. With internal battery pack, on board keyer, its all mode/all band capability and flexible antenna, the set is particularly well suited for portable use. The FT-817 is based on a similar circuit architecture as Yaesu's FT-857 and FT-897, so it is a compromise transceiver and incorporates its features to its low price.
The Yaesu VX series is a line of two sequences of compact amateur radio handheld transceivers produced by Yaesu. There is a line of ultra-compact lower-power dual-band transceivers that started with the VX-1R and was later updated with the VX-2R and VX-3R. There is also a line of 5 W tri-band transceivers that started with the VX-5R and was later updated with the VX-6R, VX-7R and VX-8R.
Elecraft, Inc. is an American manufacturer of amateur radio equipment and kits based in Watsonville, California. It was founded in 1998 by Wayne Burdick and Eric Swartz. The company's first product was the K2 transceiver, first prototyped in October 1997.
The International Beacon Project (IBP) is a worldwide network of radio propagation beacons. It consists of 18 continuous wave (CW) beacons operating on five designated frequencies in the high frequency band. The IBP beacons provide a means of assessing the prevailing ionospheric signal propagation characteristics to both amateur and commercial high frequency radio users.
The Baofeng UV-5R is a handheld radio transceiver manufactured by the Chinese manufacturer Baofeng. This model was the first dual band radio (VHF/UHF) to be successfully distributed by a Chinese brand. It is inexpensive and relatively simple to use. Because of this it is used by radio amateurs, outdoorsmen and professional users worldwide, outputting about a 4 watt FM signal. Due to Ofcom regulations, a variety of Baofeng radios ranging from UV-5R to the UV-21 are not able to transmit in the United Kingdom between 480 MHz and 520 MHz despite being advertised to transmit between 400 MHz and 520 MHz.
The Yaesu FT-891 is a HF and 6 meters all mode mobile amateur radio transceiver. The FT-891 was first announced to the public by Yaesu at the 2016 Dayton Hamvention. The radio has 100 watts output on CW, SSB, and FM modulations and 25 watts of output in AM. As a mobile transceiver the FT-891 is well suited for mobile installation in vehicles, and weighing less than 5 pounds it is often used for field activations such as Summits On The Air and Parks On The Air. The radio has been praised for its noise reduction and sensitive receiver. Common criticisms of the radio include its many menus that are difficult to navigate with its small screen, the lack of VHF/UHF capabilities, and lack of an internal antenna tuner. Although the radio lacks an internal sound card it still has input and output jacks for audio and be controlled over a USB cable allowing the radio to use digital modes such as WinLink, PSK31 and FT8.
The ICOM IC-705 is a multimode HF/VHF/UHF portable amateur radio transceiver. The radio has 5 watts of output when using its internal battery and 10 watts of output when using external power. With the rise in award programs such as Summits on the Air, and Parks on the Air this lightweight fully functional radio is a popular choice for people using them in the field. The IC-705 has support for a wide variety of commonly used amateur radio modes including ICOM's proprietary digital voice mode D-STAR. The IC-705 is also one of the first mainstream amateur radios to use SDR technology instead of the older superheterodyne design. Additionally the IC-705 has multiple extra features that are useful when operating in the field. Supporting the radio's D-STAR module is a GPS receiver to allow users to send their location though the D-STAR network as well as help locate nearby repeater systems. In addition to the GPS receiver the radio supports 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi which allows users to connect their computers or tablets to the IC-705 for running digital data modes such as PSK31, Winlink, and FT8. The radio has been praised for its size, easy to use menus, large easy to read screen and the quality of its build. Common criticisms of the radio include its lack of a built in antenna tuner and its price compared to other more powerful radios on the market.
The ICOM IC-7300 is a multimode 6 meter, 4 meter and HF base station amateur radio transceiver. The IC-7300 was announced to the public at the Japan Ham Fair in 2015. The radio has 100 watts output on CW, SSB, and FM modulations and 25 watts of output in AM. Although not the first software-defined radio on the market, the IC-7300 was the first mass-produced mainstream amateur radio to use technology instead of the older superheterodyne transceiver design. Designed to replace the older IC-746PRO the IC-7300 is smaller and significantly lighter than its predecessor. Like many other radios of its class the IC-7300 has an internal antenna tuner and contains an internal audio card accessible over USB. This allows the radio to be used for popular digital modes such as PSK31, Winlink, and FT8. The radio has received praise for its easy to use menus, large readable screen, and excellent audio processing.
The ICOM IC-7100 is a multimode HF/VHF/UHF mobile amateur radio transceiver. The IC-7100 has support for a wide variety of commonly used amateur radio modes including ICOMs proprietary digital voice mode DSTAR. Additionally the radio offers 100 watts on HF, 50 watts on VHF, and 35 watts on UHF. The IC-7100 is unique in that it has a large detachable control head with a slanted display so the transmitter can be installed elsewhere in a vehicle or home. The receiver used in the IC-7100 is a triple conversion superheterodyne and has excellent DSP and audio filters. The IC-7100 allows for connection to a computer over USB which enables the radio to be used for popular digital modes such as FT8, Winlink, and Packet Operation. Locations of nearby repeaters and sending APRS locations can be done with an optional GPS receiver attachment. Notable features that the IC-7100 lacks is an internal antenna tuner.
The ICOM IC-905 is a multimode VHF/UHF/SHF portable amateur radio transceiver. The radio has between 10 and 0.5 watts of transmitter output depending on the frequency selected. The radio was announced by ICOM on 22 August 2022 at the Tokyo Ham Radio Fair in Japan. The IC-905 has support for a wide variety of commonly used amateur radio modes including the Japan Amateur Radio League's digital voice mode DSTAR. The form factor of the control head for the IC-905 is similar to that of the IC-705 and includes its large screen and spectrum scope. With the radio unit being remotely controlled from a distance in order to reduce loss over long coax cable runs. This is an important adaptation for this radio system as losses increase with the frequency being used. The IC-905 uses a built in GPS receiver to stabilize its frequency and time base. It has been noted that the IC-905 has a wide range of frequencies but lacks the 222MHz and 902MHz amateur bands as these are only available in North America and not Japan. The unit supports up to four external antennas and has built in support for wired Ethernet, USB Type C and an SD card reader. The addition of a USB connector allows users to connect their computers to the IC-905 for running digital data modes such as PSK31, or FT8, the integration of Ethernet support will be a useful feature for mobile contesters.
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