subject: Handheld Ham Radio FT60 [print this page] Handheld Ham Radio FT60 Handheld Ham Radio FT60
This is a hand held portable ham radio that is perfect for the novice to get started with, although the experience operator will appreciate it just as well. The compact size makes it easy to take it with you wherever you go. This is a dual band transceiver that has extended frequency coverage. This provides the user with great monitoring capabilities. The compact FNB-83 rechargeable battery can deliver up to 5Watts of power on 144mhz and 430mhz bands. In addition the FT-60R can receive VHF/UHF TV bands, VHF AM aircraft band and a huge variety of emergency and public broadcast bands.
There are enhanced features that allow you to transmit your call sign even if you are disabled, and unable to press the PTT switch. There is enhanced paging features that allow you to page a specific station and to receive calls only from that station. There is a password feature that will keep your unit secure and prevent unauthorized users from using the unit.Type: Amateur VHF/UHF transceiver
Frequency range: 144-146 / 430-440 MHz (Europe)
144-148 / 430-450 MHz (USA)
RX: 108-520 / 700-999 MHz (cellular blocked in the US)
Other: 1000 memories with alpha-tags. CTCSS & DCS. WIRES II. ARTS.
Emergency Automatic ID (EAI).
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Some extra benefits include an access key for Vertex Standards WIRES(Wide-coverage Internet Repeater Enhancement System), a transmit Time-Out Timer (TOT), Automatic Power-Off (APO), Automatic Repeater Shift (ARS), Yaesus exclusive ARTS(Auto-Range Transponder System) all in one easy to hold hand held.
