Yaesu FT-5DE

The Yaesu FT5-DE is a full-featured C4FM handheld transceiver with superior operability and new sophisticated functions. Even in a compact body 62 x 101 x 34 mm (W x H x D), the FT5-DE provides reliable 5W RF power output and achieves loud 1W audio power that has been tuned for quality audio. Real Dual Band Operations (V+V, U+U, V+U, U+V) are available with two independent receivers. Large individual LED indicators for A band and B band present the status and communication modes (C4FM or Analog) of each band instantly. The new FT5-DE supports simultaneous C4FM digital (C4FM/C4FM standby).

Rugged construction

With rubber protection on the corner of the main body, the FT5-DE has rugged and shock-resistant construction. The waterproof rating is IPx7. The comfortable size and form of the full-flat back body provides excellent grasp for the radio operator.

High-resolution display

A high-resolution display highlights the frequency of the operational band. The color of the operating band frequency can be selected from white, blue or red. Three (3) touch panel keys and seven (7) operation keys below the display offer intuitive operability.

Touch & Go Operation

The new Touch & Go operation is convenient in order to immediately start the communications on an often-used frequency. By pressing and holding the “PMG” key, the frequency of the current display is registered into Primary Memory Group. After registration, pressing the “PMG” key will display the receive status of the registered frequencies as bars on a graph (activity monitor). By simply touching the displayed bar, the user can instantly recall that frequency.

Band Scope

Band Scope function monitors in real time, up to 79 displayed channels that are centered around the current VFO frequency. The center frequency can be tuned by the dial knob or by touching and moving the frequency of a displayed channel bar.

C4FM Digital Clear Voice

The C4FM digital communication features which are already popular in the market, such as: Automatic Mode Select (AMS), Digital Group ID (DG-ID) operation, and Smart Navigation function are available with the new FT5-DE.

WiRES-X

The FT5-DE supports the WiRES-X Portable Digital Node Function as well. A portable digital node can be easily set up with the new FT5-DE, an internet connected laptop PC, and the optional SCU-39 cable kit.

Quick Release Holster

The New Quick Release Holster (SHB-26) is included in the FT5-DE package as a supplied accessory that allows single-touch attaching and detaching the transceiver while wearing the holster on a belt.

Frequency range:TX: 144-146 / 430-440 MHz, RX: 0.5-999 MHz