The rt systems programming software makes it easy to program memory channels, vfos, programmable memory settings, and other menu settings of the radio. The software allows you to create and save as many files as you want for your radio. Wondering what those of you that have tried these two radios kenwood tmv71a vs. Apr 20, 2020 programming software for kenwood tmv71a tm v71a tmv71a. I passed my technician exam a couple of weeks ago and im looking to buy a nice, but affordable mobile transceiver. Yaesu ftm400xdr 144 430 mhz dual band c4fm digital analog fm mobile transceiver improved gps 50 watts. I specified in the menu which side my packet operations would be on. Two of the big names in radio programming are chirp and rt systems. Ham radio and amateur radio online equipment sales. 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. The advanced kenwood tm v71a dual bander provides sophisticated, highpowered performance on 2 meters and 440 mhz.
The advanced kenwood tmv71a dual bander provides sophisticated, highpowered performance on 2 meters and 440 mhz. This software is also designed for easy control of the radio. Tmv71a 144430 mhz fm dual bander tmv71a tmv71e this equipment complies with the essential requirements of directive 19995ec. Grbv71 quick release magnetic panel bracket for kenwood. Chirp is free, open source software thats used with a thirdparty programming cable. Files can even be shared between users via email or the internet. The ft7900r has excellent receive range covering 108 to 520 and 700990 mhz less cellular. Yaesu ft8800r 144430mhz dual band fm mobile transceiver. Please visit us today for all your ham radio needs. 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. Kenwood ham radio install pic heavy ford raptor forums. Hamcity has more than 30 years of experience in the amateur radio equipment business.
With such a cable, you can choose your own or try many usb adapters to get. Click here for more information and details about the program. In the video, i talked about crossband repeat using the kenwood tm v71a and showed. Click here for more information spreadsheet layout with many point and click options. Have you used chirp or rt systems programming software.
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. An optional programming cable pg5g, or pg5h serial communications cable is. Rt systems krsv71 programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the kenwood tmv71. Sep 17, 2012 kenwood tmv71a dual band w cap mod i bought it that way allows tx up to 151. Rt systems makes commercial programming kits which include both software and a radiospecific cable. This is intended as a guide for basic operations only. The ft 7900r well designed front panel provides simple, safe operation. The rt systems radio programming system includes the rt systems krsv71 programming software for the kenwood tmv71. These advanced digital transceivers have three digital modes plus an analog mode. On the other hand, irrespective of the band, the levels of power range are 5, 10 and 50 watts. 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.
Everything that can be programmed from the face of the radio can be set and. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. How to setup a kenwood tmv71a with aprs tracking motor. Wondering what those of you that have tried these two radios kenwood tm v71a vs. 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. Baofeng uv 5ra radio and the rtsystems software for my yaesu ft7800. Quick video on how to program your yaesu 8900 ham radio with chirp software. Pdf service manual for kenwood tmv708a tmv71a tm v71a tmv71a. Ftm400xdre models replace the ftm400dre radios with improved gps performance for enhanced aprs operation find yaesu ftm. The use of the warning symbol graphic symbol means the equipment is subject to restrictions of use in certain countries. The signalink usb is always powered by the computer and never needs external power. Ft8800 radio programming software yaesu radio software.
Jan 03, 2016 mobile radios are a great way to communicate locally mounted in a fixed location. Rtsystems krsv71usb software programming, krsv71usb. 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. If you are a vendor and want to have your radio supported by chirp, please see informationforvendors. The ft 7900r is ideal for the amateur who does not require crossband repeat as found on the ft 8800r and ft 8900r. Tmv71 programmer is a software program developed by rt systems. 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. Kenwood tmv71 and tmd710 transceivers the kenwood tmv71 and tmd710 dualband fm transceivers are the only commerciallyavailable rigs with echolink capabilities built in. In the video, i talked about crossband repeat using the kenwood tmv71a. By utilizing this software, you can enjoy the versatility of the tmv71ae. This service is nonrefundable once completed to make an amateur radio capable of transmitting just outside of the amateur radio bands, this service usually. Could go with the ft 8800 also, as i have never operated on 6 or 10, but it intrigues me.
The ft 7900r has excellent receive range covering 108 to 520 and 700990 mhz less cellular. Had been using the free mcp2a software from kenwood but found it limited. Yaesu ftm400xdr c4fm digital dual band transceivers are the first mobiles to be fully compatible with the yaesu system fusion dualmode analogdigital communication system. 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. 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. Could go with the ft8800 also, as i have never operated on 6 or 10, but it intrigues me. I might have gone with the kenwood tm v71a but couldnt justify the extra cost over the 8800 closeout. Yaesu ftm400xdr transceivers mobile dual band 2m70cm, ftm400xdr.
Yaesu ftm400xdr c4fm digital dual band transceivers ftm. Rt systems makes commercial programming kits which include both software and a radiospecific cable chirp supports a large number of radios including anytone at5888uv. Rt systems krsv71 programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the kenwood tm v71. The kenwood tmv71a is comparable to the yaesu ft8800r, and is a. Please note the ft 8800r is no longer in production, the suggested replacement is the ft 8900r. Looking for a less expensive alternative, i searched for a cable with the right connectors. To program my kenwood tmv71a dualband mobile i needed a cable to connect the radio to my computer. Mobile radios are a great way to communicate locally mounted in a fixed location. Any memory channel with all its details can be sent to the radio with a simple keystroke.
I already have the programming software and would be cloning my existing 2. Could go with the ft8800 also, as i have never operated on 6 or 10, but it. Below is a partial list of highquality interfaces which are specifically recommended for use with echolink. Yaesu ft 8900 ham radio chirp programming jarrod ochsenbein. If youre ready for the best in a dualband fm mobile transceiver, the ft 8800r is ready for you. 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. I didnt get a chance to discuss all the features this radio is packed. Rt systems krsv71 programming software and cable radio. 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. Moreover, with this radio, it is easy to change the front panels configuration. I hope to head to hro next week, so i really appreciate any. Jul 04, 2015 two of the big names in radio programming are chirp and rt systems. Yaesu ftm400xdr transceivers mobile dual band 2m70cm.
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. Jun 18, 2018 radio has memory channels already preset. 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. Id like to hear opinions from experienced hams on either unit to help me make my final decision. If you have any errors, or time out messages, these are normally due to your pc settings, and not the radio.
Kenwood tmv71a dual band w cap mod i bought it that way allows tx up to 151. We strive to provide you with the highest quality to meet our customers needs. Makes it easier to cut and paste from one radio file to another. Spreadsheet layout with many point and click options. For some radios such as yaesu, the rt systems cable and software are. Yaesu ft 8800r 144430mhz dual band fm mobile transceiver. Ive been looking at various units and i think ive narrowed it down to either the yaesu ft8800r or the kenwood tmv71a.
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. 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. 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. 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. Rt systems krsv71 programming kit for kenwood tmv71a. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. Managing all the options of this radio becomes easy with the software. The large radio display clearly conveys the status of the radio and can be set to green or amber. 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. To login you need a member shipment, click here to be a new member, it is free. 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. The ft 8900r has many of the same great features, but also includes a quadband transceiver. Ive been looking at various units and i think ive narrowed it down to either the yaesu ft 8800r or the kenwood tmv71a.
Tm v71 programmer is a software program developed by rt systems. The ft7900r is ideal for the amateur who does not require crossband repeat as found on the ft8800r and ft8900r. Programming software for kenwood tmv71a tm v71a tmv71a. Kenwood tmv71a dualband mobile twoway radio programming. Kenwood tmv71a tm v71a tmv71a user and service manual. 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 radio programming system includes the rt systems krsv71 programming software for the kenwood tm v71. Thanks for your insight and knowledge in helping me make my decision. Once i saw how the rtsystems software worked on my ft857d i purchased rtsystems for my thd74a and tmv71a and like it better. The cut, copy, paste and insert features of the software make channel management easier than ever. 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. 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.
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