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YAESU VERTEX FTA 750L VHF HANDHELD RADIO - LI ION BATTERY
MFR Model# FTA-750L
Overview
| The YAESU FTA-750L combines tradition with innovation. Born from a history of high quality communications the FTA-750L now includes a 66 channel GPS receiver for reliable navigation. Boasting an oversize full dot matrix LCD display, the FTA-750L Airband Transceiver / GPS provides full communication on the Aircraft communications Band and additionally provides VOR and ILS navigation features on the "NAV" band, and waypoint navigation with the built in GPS receiver. The FTA-750L includes NOAA weather band monitoring and the capability of programming up to 200 memory channels with a quick and easy channel recall feature. The brand new easy to operate menu system is icon driven making it simple to navigate through all of the powerful features this transceiver / GPS has to offer. Additionally the FTA-750L can easily be reprogrammed in minutes using the optional PC Programming software and the supplied USB programming cable. |
Features
Now Meets MIL-STD-810F- The FTA-750L has now been tested and complies with the Military Standard MIL-STD-810F. Similar to commercial Land Mobile radios, all current Yaesu Airband Transceivers have been tested for durability against Low temperatures, High temperatures, Shock, Vibration, Dust and Rain, ensuring many years of rugged use.
- The FTA-750L features an integrated 66 Channel WAAS GPS receiver providing the capability of quickly storing current position information as well as manually entering in waypoints for reliable navigation. When a waypoint is activated the navigation screen features a compass display with Bearing, Course over ground, distance and speed information.
- The FTA-750L includes a GPS Logging feature when activated automatically stores your position information at preset intervals. This is a great feature when backtracking is necessary.
- When the FTA-750L receives a VOR signal the display will automatically switch to the Navigation band screen, with CDI (Course Deviation Indicator) based on the received VOR signal.
- The FTA-750L comes configured with an easy to operate icon driven menu system. The displays and menu settings are logically configured for a more intuitive user interface.
- The FTA-750L features a huge 1.7" x 1.7" full dot matrix LCD display with full backlight and dimmer. The high resolution display makes it easier to view all the great features the FTA-750L has to offer.
- The FTA-750L can store up to 200 Memory channels for quick and easy retrieval. With the capability of using up to 15 Alphanumeric characters per name the FTA-550 allows for a better channel description.
- The FTA-750L channel configurations can easily be reprogrammed using the supplied USB programming cable and the optional YCE01 programming software.
Specifications
- 25kHz & 8.33kHz spacing
- 5 Watts TX Output Power
- Huge 1.7” x 1.7” Full-Dot Matrix Display (160 x 160 dots)
- ILS Navigation Display (Localizer and Glide Slope)
- VOR Navigation Display
- Easy to operate menu system
- Integrated 66 Channel WAAS GPS receiver
- Waypoint Navigation
- GPS Position Logging
- NOAA Weather Channel Receive (U.S.A. Version Only)
- NOAA Weather Alert (U.S.A. Version Only)
- 200 Memory Channels with 15 alphanumeric characters
- Back-lit Keypad and Display
- Water Protection – IPX5 Rating
- Loud Audio (800 mW)
- High-Capacity Li-Ion Battery Pack (7.4 V 1800 mAh)
- Alkaline Battery Tray (AA x 6)
- 3-Year Limited Warranty
Documents
- Owner''s Manual (PDF)
- Product Brochure (PDF)
In The Box
- Lithium-ion Battery Pack
- AC Charger
- Charger Cradle
- Cigarette Lighter DC Converter
- Helical Antenna
- Belt Clip
- Headset Adapter Cable
- Alkaline Battery Tray
- USB Programming Cable
- Ferrite Core
Reviews
Always happy with Spruce. Good job.
more than I expected, the service is fantastic.
Overall a good product that I would be really happy with was it not for the fact that I cannot get the Headset Adaptor Cable to work properly. Listening through my headset works fine but for the microphone I still have to use the microphone in the radio. It appears the connection of the microphone in the headset to the radio is faulty. I have tried several headsets and they all have the same problem.. This has quite an impact on the usability of the radio as a backup in a noisy GA piston plane. As I dont live in the USA I have not pursued a warranty repair/fix and just live with it.
Very happy, Clear sound, accurate GPS. Two channel monitoring feature a big plus.
Works as advertised. Amazing how many features can be packed into such a little device!
Its a great radio and has all the features I need. But, only giving it 4 stars since the GPS waypoints and radio frequencies need to be programmed rather than recognized like the GTR-200 in my plane. However, you can use their free computer program to make programming a little easier. Otherwise, its a great radio with good battery life. It even came in handy my first flight after I bought it when I was test flying a new avionics install and had radio issues.
Tested the ILS function on this radio against the twin 430Ws in the aircraft that I fly professionally. Picked up the Localizer and Glideslope earlier, and matched the certified equipment exactly down to minimums. This feature alone makes the purchase of this radio an excellent decision as an emergency backup.
Excellent standby - the Lithium ion battery pack is supplemented with AA battery back up. I already went through the cost of another battery pack so you can use AA batteries is a big asset. Easy to use, adapter for headset. All you need to add is a push to talk for hands free.
Looks like a well built radio. I bought it at a nav com backup. Hate to say it but you better have destination and alternate airports programmed before you get into the cockpit. Real clumsy to program. Haven’t had it in the air yet. Seems like squelch has a bit of issue as well
Just purchased. Replaced an older different brand handheld that was in disrepair. I just used this radio to contact ATC from 8,000MSL, as a test. Unit works well and is easy to operate. There is nothing I would change. Great handheld radio. Excellent choice for an emergency radio.
Q&A
Per the Manufacturer, The YAESU Vertex FTA 750L Handheld has the option to do both 25Khz and 8.33Khz spacing.
You may use a separate PTT switch such as part # 11-12100, but it is not required.
Software for programming the Yaesu Vertex FTA 750L VHF Handheld Radio can be downloaded at the Yaesu website under the "Files" tab for the FTA 750L.
No, the AC charger for 110V is designed for 110V. There is also a 220V AC charger option if this is the voltage you need.
The FTA 750 operates on the VHF frequencies 118-137.
Up to 200 waypoints can be stored on the FTA-750. Localizer and glide slope are shown in a cross hair CDI format.
Yes, the USB programming cable is included.
Yes, the Yaesu FTA 750L can be connected to a BNC aircraft antenna.
14.5 ounces with antenna, battery, and belt clip installed.
Yes, use the included headset adapter to connect it to the Skycom 200 2 place intercom. This combination will work just fine.
