Yaesu FT-70DR 5W C4FM/144/430MHz Dual Band Digital Handheld Transceiver
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Yaesu DUAL BAND 5W Handheld Transceiver C4FM FDMA / FM 144/430 MHz - FT-70DR
The new FT-70DR is a compact and very attractively priced YAESU System Fusion transceiver providing both conventional analog FM operation and the advanced C4FM Digital mode. The FT-70DR provides up to 5W of reliable RF power, and its large Front Speaker delivers 700mW of Loud Audio Output.
Because C4FM has better BER (Bit Error Rate) characteristics than other digital modulations, the user can expect exceptional audio quality. The new digital FT-70DR includes our unique Automatic Mode Select (AMS) function. AMS detects the operating mode of the received signal as C4FM digital or analog FM, and then automatically and instantly switches the receiver to the appropriate mode. Users do not need to manually change between modes.
The multi-colored LED Mode-Indicator displayed on the front allows the operator to easily see what mode the FT-70DR is in at any given moment. LED Mode-Indicator clearly and visibly shows the transmit/ receive mode by changing its color so that the operating mode of the transceiver is easily recognized at a glance. One of the other distinguishing features of the FT-70DR is Digital Group Monitor (GM) with DG-ID (Digital Group Identification) and DP-ID (Digital Personal Identification) now included in the FT-70DR, to simplify the GM operation.
Simply put, the transceivers selecting the same DG-ID or DP-ID can communicate with each other. Between 00 and 99 DG-ID and DP-ID are selectable which provides loads of flexibility so that users can enjoy group communication with friends in GM mode in accordance to their individual operational needs.
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Features
System Fusion Compatible
FM Friendly Digital Operation with AMS (Automatic Mode Select)
Sophisticated C4FM Digital Functions : Digital Group Monitor (GM) / DG-ID, DP-ID Operation *1
*1 DG-ID: Digital Group Identification, DP-ID: Digital Personal Identification
5 Watts of Reliable RF Power inside a Compact body
700 mW Loud Audio Output and Clear Voice
Large Multi-Color Mode Indicator
Rugged Construction Meets IP54 (Dust / Water protection)
WX Channels with "Severe Weather" Alert (US version)
7.4 V 1,800 mAh Lithium Ion Battery pack (SBR-24LI) Included
Equipped with External DC Jack for DC Supply and Battery Charge
Equipped with Mini USB port for Convenient Memory Management and Software updates
Transceiver-to-Transceiver Cloning with Optional Cloning Cable (CT-27)
CTCSS/DCS Operation
RF Squelch
Automatic Power-Off (APO) Feature
Transmitter Time-Out-Timer (TOT)
Busy Channel Lock-Out (BCLO)
Specifications
Frequency Ranges:
RX
108 - 137 MHz (Air Band)
137 - 174 MHz (144 MHz HAM)
174 - 222 MHz (VHF1)
222 - 420 MHz (VHF2)
420 - 470 MHz (430 MHz HAM)
470 - 579.995 MHz (UHF band)
TX
144 - 148 MHz
430 - 450 MHz
Circuit Type: Double-Conversion Superheterodyne Modulation Type: F2D, F3E, F7W RF Power Output: 5W/ 2W/ 0.5W (@7.4 V or EXT DC) AF Audio Output: 700 mW (@16 ohms 10 % THD: Internal speaker) Case Size (W x H x D): 2.36” x 3.86” x 1.3” (60 x 98 x 33 mm) w/o Knob and Antenna Weight (Approx.): 8.99 oz (255 g) with SBR-24LI and Antenna Warranty: 3 Years
Includes
Antenna
7.4 V 1,800 mAh Lithium Ion Battery Pack (SBR-24LI)
Battery Charger (SAD-25B)
Belt Clip
USB Cable
Warranty Card
Operating Manual
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I purchased a FT-3D as my C4FM radio. I'm older and don't have the sharp hearing and eye sight I used to have. The FT-3D audio was very hard for me to hear and took all I had to operate it out in the sun. I opted to add the FT-70 to my collection. Best move I've made. If you're into satellites, the FT-3D is probably your better choice, but for day to day use on C4FM, the FT-70 is great. Audio is sufficient and radio is easy to use, especially if you're a Yaesu HT user. Great radio.
Overall
5
Intuitive
Review byKevin
Got the radio yesterday and was able to program easily. It is a goldilocks HT at this price point. Do yourself a favor and buy the SBH-28 Rapid Charger. If you don't have to have flashy color displays and a touchscreen, this is a great choice.
Overall
5
High quallity
Review byCesar
this is a very economic radio, the features on it makes a very good first digital fusion radio, overall excellent radio and fast shipping ;), only downside is the lack of a cradle
Overall
4
It's the family sedan of the Yaesu digitally enabled radios.
Review byMB
I purchased this radio from Gigaparts a few weeks back. It is a low price point way to get onto Wires, and get to work Yaesu Digital and analog. Not a lot of wiz bang features, but that is to be expected for the price. Having to adjust volume by pressing a button and turning the knob at the same time is odd. Audio is good. Hope it lasts as long as my still working FT60, which it replaced. If your on a budget this model should work for you.
Overall
5
Great frost radio
Review byRonald
Thanks to my Elmer we got it programmed and was on the air two days later. This radio is very easy to use and I look forward to many years using it.
Overall
5
GigaParts great chat staff
Review byBill
Just want to rave up the GigaParts chat staff. They're they best. Every time I get online with them I buy something, because they keep pointing me right to the item I want. Also love my Yaesu FT-70D, so not holding it against them. But I need to quit buying accessories, so don't take it personally if you don't hear from me for awhile. Although I am thinking about an exterior antenna now... But no.
Overall
5
Yaesu FT-70DR C4FM FDMA / FM 144/430 MHz DUAL BAND 5W Handheld Transceiver
Review byShannon
My favorite radio to use ! This is a powerful radio when using WIRESX or repeaters. Excellent sound quality on both RX/TX utilizing System Fusion. A great buy for the buck for many years of enjoyment !
Overall
5
Great HT minor flaws
Review byRobert
Everything works great got it for C4FM our repeater has it so easy to program I only use the computer software to backup or move channels around if needed. Sure battery life is very low but there is the car charger and power cord that charges faster and can power radio while using it also take battery out while not using it. Only down side is the common crack in led lights doesn’t seem it would leak water into radio but a answer from Yaesu on that would be nice.
Overall
5
Excellent HT!
Review byPeter
I am really impressed with the quality and features of this little HT. Audio on both tx/rx is outstanding, and performance on analog and Yaesu Fusion is excellent. Along with the HT, I bought the desk charger and programming S/W and cable, which makes setup a breeze. I always use low tx power, so battery life is OK for my use.
Overall
3
programming
Review bydusty
With all one's noted repeaters, and their settings, and whatever other channels, who has the time to spend half a day programming a radio?
Whether one is using Yaesu's PC-based programming tool, or the Chirp program, what a hassle. Like, seriously, a huge big hassle. One must literally follow the instructions half a dozen times before it will go through. Not to mention the juggle involved with putting the power cord/battery in/out/in/out. Not happy with that. If fast programming is important to one, do not get this radio.