Yaesu DR-2XE C4FM/Analog repeater, FREEBYTES

Yaesu has announced the new "System Fusion - Holiday Special 2024" cashback program. The duration of the new program is from November 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024. With this new program you can get the DR-2XE with a refund of €350 from Yaesu. Instead of the normal price of €1,465 the final purchase price of the Yaesu DR-2XE, after the return is €1,115. To process the refund you must complete the form at: https://yaesucashback.co.uk

The repeater controller, receiver and transmitter are all packaged into a 19” standard cabinet rack mount panel unit for simple replacement of an existing ham radio repeater. Existing peripheral devices such as the duplexer and amplifier, etc., can continue to be used as-is.

Please see the DR-2X/XE Brochure for more information.

DR-2X/XE Features

Modulation Modes: Conventional FM, 12.5 kHz C4FM Digital (V/D Mode, VFR Mode, DFR Mode) *
VHF or UHF operation (144-146/430-440MHz) (cross-band capable) / Dual Receive / Dual Transmit (DRDT)
AMS (Automatic Mode Select) function automatically recognizes the signal as C4FM digital or conventional FM, and then the DR-2X repeater re-transmits the signal using the preset communications mode.
3.5-inch Full Color Touch Panel Operation
Extremely reliable, high RF Output Power: 50W/20W/10W
Emergency Operation: Supports auto-switched backup battery power operation.
Front panel microphone connector is provided for use in repeater transmitter testing, and enables use as a base station.
Built-in large-size monitor speaker with front panel volume control
Full Integrability with existing repeater controllers using the 15 Pin rear I/O connection.

*System Fusion is not compatible with the D-STAR GMSK digital format.

DR-2X/XE New Features

Dual Frequency Operation (DRDT)
MSRL (Multi-site repeater link) Function for Easy Coverage Expansion using optional module
New and improved “News Station” feature for Easy sharing of voice and text messaging.
Enhanced Group Monitor Feature for Easy Grouping Set-up (DG-ID, DP-ID)

User Friendly Set-Up

The large front panel, color touch-screen permits convenient configuration of the transmitter and receiver frequencies, transmit power output and AMS functions. When the settings are complete the display can be switched off to prevent accidental operation. Simply turn the display switch ON and use the touch panel screen to confirm or change settings. The transmit and receive frequencies, CTCSS tones, squelch, AMS, and other functions are configured by the touch panel screen

Enhanced Group Monitor Feature

Yaesu’s revolutionary Group Monitor feature allows you to track multiple resources
quickly and efficiently by displaying telemetry and signal strength information of other
group members that share the same Digital Group Identification number.

Dual Receive / Dual Transmit (DRDT)

The unique Receiver, Transmitter and controller combination in the DR-2X/DR-2XE allows
the control operator to assign up to two frequency pairs per repeater. This feature enables
two separate dual-band inputs and outputs per single DR-2X/DR-2XE repeater, allowing
even more methods of access.

MSRL (Multi-site Repeater Link)

The MSRL (Multi Site Repeater Link) allows the repeater operator to link multiple
repeaters over a Wide-Area-Network (WAN) or Local-area-network (LAN) across short or
long distances. Realizing the reliability shortcomings inherent with WAN (Wide Area
Networking) such as the internet, the new DR-2X/DR-2XE incorporates direct connectivity
into a variety of networking environments to provide high quality Digital and Analog
communications even when “All Else Fails” .

New and Improved News Station Function

Quickly store and retrieve digital audio and text messages for groups or individual
operators that can be accessed on demand, any time of the day (* Requires Optional MSRL module).

Touch Panel Operation

Enjoy the ease of using the DR-2X/XE’s 3.5-inch Full Color Touch Panel Operation:

Setup screen
Frequency setting screen
CTCSS setting screen

Other Features

19″ Rack Mount Capable
High Stability ±2.5ppm TCXO included
DSQ (Digital Squelch Code) Signaling Feature
CTCSS and DCS Signaling Feature
ID Announcement Feature
Remote/External Controller Interface
Base Station Operation
Time Out Timer
Firmware Upgradeable

DR-2X/XE Supplied Accessories

DC Cable
PC Connection Cable SCU-20
Rubber Feet (4)

DR-2X/XE Options

DTMF Microphone MH-48A6JA
Hand Microphone MH-42C6J
Voice Guide Unit FVS-2

DR-2X/XE Specifications

Frequency range 144 to 148 MHz, 430 to 450 MHz
Channel steps 5/6.25 kHz
Emission type F1D, F2D, F3E, F7W
Frequency stability ±2.5 ppm (-4°F to +140°F (-20°C to +60°C))
Antenna impedance 50 ohms
Supply Voltage AC 100 to 240 V
DC 11.7 to 15.8 V, negative ground

Current consumption:

1.5 A (Receive)
13 A (50 W TX, 144 MHz band)
14 A (50 W TX, 430 MHz band)
Operating temperature -4°F to +140°F (-20°C to +60°C)
Dimensions: 19″(W) × 3.5″(H) × 15″(D)
Weight : 22.05 lbs (10 kg) approximately

Transmitter

RF power output 50/20/5 W
Modulation type F1D, F2D, F3E Variable Reactance Modulation
F7W 4FSK (C4FM)
Spurious emission At least 60 dB below

Receiver

Circuit type Double conversion super-heterodyne
Intermediate frequencies 1st: 47.25 MHz, 2nd: 450 kHz
Receiver sensitivity
0.3 .V (Digital 2 m/70 cm) BER 1%
0.2 .V (FM 2 m/70 cm) 12dB SINARD
Adjacent Channel Selectivity Better than 65 dB TYP (20 kHz offset)
Selectivity FM 12 kHz/35 kHz (-6 dB/-60 dB)
Intermodulation Better than 65 dB TYP (20 /40 kHz offset)
Audio output 4 W (4ohm., THD 10%, 13.8 V; internal speaker)

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