2Before UsingIntroductionFeatures of this radio 144/430 MHz dual band mobile radio equipped with standard C4FM digitalcommunication modem Clear audio and data communication is achieved using the digital modem functions Wide band receive in the 108 MHz to 999 MHz range(wireless business, public service and air band) Transmit power 50 watts with cooling fan Full color 3.5-inch LCD, high luminance TFT touch panel controller Intuitive, user touch panel operation 500 memory channels in the Band A (band at the top of the display) and 500channels in the Band B (band at the bottom of the display) The frequency and settings memories can be saved, using a micro-SD card. Thedata in the micro-SD card can easily be copied to other radios Diverse range of scanning functions (VFO scan, memory scan etc.) Built-in GPS receiver unit, location and movement information can be displayed andGPS data can be output to connected devices Incorporated APRS ® functions. Position, movement data and messages can becommunicated to other stations, digipeaters and the Internet.*Refer to the separate “APRS Operating Manual” GM (Group Monitor) function where in a group of frequently communicating memberscan be registered, and then position information and messages can be exchanged*Refer to the separate “GM Operating Manual” Supports Yaesu WIRES-X Internet linking, providing communication with remotepartners using the Internet*Refer to the separate “WIRES-X Operating Manual” Bluetooth adaptor unit BU-2 (sold separately) permits hands-free operation Voice guide unit FVS-2 (sold separately) provides frequency voice announcement,and recording of received audio Camera-equipped microphone MH-85A11U (sold separately). Images taken with thecamera can be transmitted to other stations, and also shown on the LCD display.* The APRS and GM Operating Manuals are not included with the product. Pleasedownload them from the Yaesu website.Please download the WIRES-X Operating Manual from the Yaesu website when it isreleased.