Yaesu FT5DR C4FM/FM 144/430MHz Dual-Band 5W Digital Transceiver
The Yaesu FT5DR is a 5W C4FM/FM 144/430MHz Dual Band Digital Transceiver known for its compact size and robust features. Here are some key highlights of the device:
- Power Output: Provides a reliable 5W RF power output.
- Audio Quality: Achieves loud 1W audio power that has been tuned for quality audio.
- Dual Band Operations: Supports real dual band operations (V+V, U+U, V+U, U+V) with two independent receivers.
- Display: Features a high-resolution display with the frequency color of the operating band selectable from white, blue, or red.
- TOUCH & GO Operation: Offers intuitive operability with touch panel keys and operation keys below the display.
- Band Scope Function: Monitors up to 79 displayed channels centered around the current VFO frequency in real time.
- C4FM Digital Communication: Includes popular features like Automatic Mode Select (AMS), Digital Group ID (DG-ID) operation, and Smart Navigation function.
- WiRES-X Support: Supports the WiRES-X Portable Digital Node Function for easy setup of a portable digital node.
- Additional Features: Comes with wireless hands-free operation capability (with an optional Bluetooth® headset), VOX function, Memory Auto Grouping (MAG), VFO Band Skip Function, and more.
- Wide-range RX Coverage: Offers continuous reception from 0.5MHz–999.99MHz (A Band) & 108MHz–580MHz (B Band).
- GPS Receiver: Built-in high-sensitivity 66 channel GPS receiver.
- APRS Data Modem: Equipped with a 1200/9600bps APRS data modem.
- Battery: Includes a 2,200mAh High-Capacity Li-ion Battery Pack (SBR-14LI) as standard.
- Voice Recording: Comes with a voice recording function.
- Micro SD Card Slot: For additional storage and functionality.
The FT5DR is designed to be rugged with rubber protection on the corners and is shock-resistant with an IPX7 waterproof rating. Its comfortable size and full-flat back body provide an excellent grasp for the radio operator.
GENERAL
| Frequency Ranges | A Band RX | 0.5 – 1.8MHz (AM Radio) 1.8 – 30MHz (SW Radio) 30 – 88MHz 88 – 108MHz (FM Radio) 108 – 137MHz (Air Band) 137 – 174MHz (144MHz HAM) 174 – 222MHz 800 – 999.99MHz |
| B Band RX | 108 – 137MHz (Air Band) 137 – 174MHz (144MHz HAM) 174 – 222MHz 222 – 420MHz 420 – 470MHz (430MHz HAM) 470 – 580MHz |
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| TX | 144 – 148MHz or 144 – 146MHz (Depends on the transceiver version) 430 – 450MHz 0r 430 – 440MHz (Depends on the transceiver version) |
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| Channel Steps | 5, 6.25, 8.33, 9, 10, 12.5, 15, 20, 25, 50, 100kHz (8.33kHz: only for Air Band, 9kHz: only for AM Radio) |
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| Frequency Stability | ±2.5ppm (-20°C to +60°C) | |
| Emission Type | F1D, F2D, F3E, F7W | |
| Supply Voltage | Nominal | 7.2V DC, Negative Ground SBR-14LI 7.4V DC, Negative Ground FNB-101LI 10.5 – 16V DC, Negative Ground (EXT DC JACK) |
| Operating | 5.5 – 8.4V DC, Negative Ground (Li-ion Battery) 4 – 16V DC, Negative Ground (EXT DC JACK) 10.5 – 16V DC, Negative Ground (EXT DC for Charging) 3.6 – 4.5V DC, Negative Ground (with FBA-39) |
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| Current Consumption | 180mA (Mono Band Receive) 220mA (Dual Band Receive) 110mA (Mono Band Receive, Standby) 145mA (Dual Band Receive, Standby) 74mA (Mono Band Receive, Standby, Saver ON “Save Ratio 1:10”) 74mA (Dual Band Receive, Standby, Saver ON “Save Ratio 1:10”) +15mA (GPS On) +3mA (Digital) 125mA (AM/FM Radio) 600µA (Auto Power Off) 1.6A (5W TX, 144MHz 7.4V DC) 1.9A (5W TX, 430MHz 7.4V DC) |
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| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +60°C | |
| Case Size | 62 (W) x 100 (H) x 34 (D) mm (w/SBR-14LI, w/o knob, antenna & belt clip) |
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| Weight | 282g (w/SBR-14LI, antenna) | |
TRANSMITTER
| RF Power Output | 5W / 2.5W / 1W / 0.3W (@ Li-ion Battery or EXT DC) 0.9W / 0.3W (@ FBA-39) |
| Modulation Type | F1D, F2D, F3E: Variable Reactance Modulation F7W: 4FSK (C4FM) |
| Spurious Emission | At least 60dB below (@ TX Power Hi, L3) At least 50dB below (@ TX Power L2, L1) |
RECEIVER
| Circuit Type | AM, NFM: Double-Conversation Super heterodyne AM/FM Radio: Direct-Conversation |
| Intermediate Frequencies | 1st: 58.05MHz (AM, NFM A Band) 1st: 57.15MHz (AM, NFM B Band) 2nd: 450kHz (AM, NFM) |
| Sensitivity | 3µV for 10dB SN (0.5 – 30MHz, @AM) 0.35µV TYP for 12dB SINAD (30 – 54MHz, @NFM) 1µV TYP for 12dB SINAD (54 – 88MHz, @NFM) 1.5µV TYP for 12dB SINAD (88 – 108MHz, @WFM) 1.5µV TYP for 10dB SN (108 – 137MHz, @AM) 0.2µV for 12dB SINAD (137 – 140MHz, @NFM) 0.16µV for 12dB SINAD (140 – 150MHz, @NFM) 0.2µV for 12dB SINAD (150 – 174MHz, @NFM) 1µV for 12dB SINAD (174 – 222MHz, @NFM) 0.5µV for 12dB SINAD (300 – 350MHz, @NFM) 0.2µV for 12dB SINAD (350 – 400MHz, @NFM) 0.18µV for 12dB SINAD (400 – 470MHz, @NFM) 1.5µV for 12dB SINAD (470 – 580MHz, @NFM) 3µV TYP for 12dB SINAD (580 – 800MHz, @NFM) 1.5µV TYP for 12dB SINAD (800 – 999MHz, @NFM) 0.19µV TYP for BER 1% (Digital Mode) |
| Selectivity | NFM, AM 12kHz / 35kHz / (-6dB / -60dB) |
| AF Output | 1000mW (8Ω for 10% THD) Internal Speaker 500mW (8Ω for 10% THD) External Speaker Jack |
Specifications to change without notice, and are guaranteed within the amateur bands only. Frequency ranges and functions will vary according to transceiver version.
Supplied Accessories
- 2200mAh Li-ion Battery SBR-14LI • Battery Charger SAD-25 • Antenna
- Belt Clip SHB-13 • Quick Release Holster SHB-26(BK) • USB Cable
Datasheet FT5DR_DE Catalog
