Product Description

The VX420 is a compact and versatile hand held radio that is supplied with a 1.6Ah Lithium-Ion battery. The VX420’s leading edge design, flexability and performance makes it suitable for many applications.

Overview

• Li-Ion Battery
• Programmable Keys
• 32 Channels
• Compact
• Voice Encryption
• MIL-STD-810D,E,F construction

Features:

5 WATTS POWER OUTPUT
The VX-420 Portables produce a full 5 Watts of power output, with an additional selection of 1 Watt available for increased battery life when higher power is not required.

12.5/20/25 kHz BANDWIDTH (PROGRAMMABLE BY CHANNEL)
When programming radios for use in different jurisdictions or geographical regions, the VX-420 Portables may be programmed, channel by channel, for 12/5, 20, or 25 kHz channel spacing environments, with both bandwidth and deviation automatically set according to each channel’s requirements.

LEADING-EDGE DESIGN
Crafted with care for use in areas of severe RF pollution, the VX-4420 Portables include excellent adjacent-channel selectivity and immunity from Intermodulation, along with ETS compliant ±1.5 kHz frequency stability.

LOUD 500 mW AUDIO OUTPUT
Ideal for reception in noisy environments, the VX-410E/420E Portables’ high-powered audio is coupled to a large internal speaker, assuring solid copy throughout difficult crowd control, fire, or sporting-event operations.

LONG-LIFE LITHIUM-ION BATTERY (1600 mAh)
The VX-410E/420E Portables may be equipped with advanced FNB-V67 Lithium-Ion Battery Packs with 1600 mAh of capacity,
for operating times of up to ten hours or more, even when using 5 Watts (5-5-90 duty cycle).

32 CHANNEL CAPACITY
The 32-channel capacity of the VX-420 Portables includes quick access, and the channel-specific information loaded during
programming minimizes the extra keystrokes required on competing models. Two banks of 16 channels each are provided for convenient channel access.

PROGRAMMABLE SOFT KEYS
Two buttons on the side panel of the VX-420 may be custom-programmed for specific functions needed in your application. The VX-420 additionally provides four front-panel programmable keys, for a total of six available custom buttons.

OPTIONAL TRUNKING CAPABILITY
Installation of the optional SmarTrunk® module enables use of the VX-420 on systems equipped for VX-Trunk operation.

DUAL 2-TONE AND 5/6-TONE SYSTEMS BUILT IN
For smooth integration into advanced radio systems, the VX-420 Portables are equipped with 2-Tone Encode/Decode, Dual 2-Tone Decode, as well as 5/6-Tone Encode/Decode circuitry. In addition, DTMF ANI and DTMF Paging capability is also available through installation of the optional FVP-25 DTMF Pager Unit.

ADVANCED 8-CHARACTER ALPHANUMERIC DISPLAY
Providing an Alphanumeric Channel Label of up to 8 characters, the LCD display also provides convenient operating function icons to provide instant recognition of radio status.

ERGONOMIC CONSTRUCTION
The carefully-engineered case construction features a gently rounded shape for a solid grip, whether the radio is wet or dry. Its over-sized keys are easy to activate, and the operating firmware has been carefully shaped by years of feedback from public safety, business, industry, and government users.

KEY LOCK
A “Soft” key may be programmed as a “Key Lock” control, to prevent inadvertent channel change or unwanted activation/deactivation of functions. This is especially valuable in surveillance operations, where the radio may be concealed and subject to accidental pressure on its keys.

RADIO TO RADIO CLONE FEATURE
For quick programming of the VX-420 radios for an emergency task force, the Clone feature allows copying of all channel and configuration data from one VX-420 to another, using the optional CT-27 Cloning Cable

BUILT-IN ENCRYPTION
The built-in Encryption circuit provides security for your important public safety and private security communications, and it may be enabled at the time of radio programming by the dealer.

OPTIONAL VOICE RECORDER
The optional DVS-5 Voice Recorder Unit allows you to record and store up to 120 seconds of incoming receiver audio, ideal for keeping an audible record of an important message. Audio may be saved either as a one-time 2-minute recording, or a constantly refreshing “last 120 seconds” recording may be made.

PROGRAMMING SECURITY
Cloning capability may be disabled at the time of programming, to prevent unauthorized access to channel data. The transceiver also may be programmed with an access password, to prevent unauthorized attempts to gain access to channel data via computer programming.

ULTRA COMPACT
The VX-420 Series Portables’ features and performance are housed in an ultra-rugged, compact case measuring only 2.3” (W) x 4.3” (H) x 1.2” (D), and weighing less than a pound with the standard FNB-V57 Battery.

MIL-STD RATED
Designed for use under the most demanding conditions, the VX-420 Portables are built in compliance with MIL-STD 810 D/E/F specifications for reliable operation in environments including shock, vibration, high and low temperature, low pressure, rain, humidity, salt fog, and dust.

INTRINSICALLY SAFE (IS) VERSIONS AVAILABLE (pending)
The VX-420 Portables are also available in Intrinsically Safe (IS) versions, for leading-edge communications capability in hazardous operating situations. Included in the IS certification for the VX-420 is approval for use in dangerous hydrogen and acetylene environments.

Key Benefits:

With licensed two-way radio:

• There are no call charges no matter how many calls you make!
• You get your own exclusive channel to avoid interference from other radio users
• Instant communication at the touch of a button
• Hand portables will give you typical ranges of 5-6Km, less in built-up areas but greater ranges are also possible*
• You may add a base station to more than double the range of a hand portable radio

* range is mainly dependant on terrain, for example one clients mobile radio system provides 3 miles range in one direction (due to hills) and 40 miles range in another. Careful equipment selection and system engineering will significantly improve your range, please ask us for advice.

Typical Applications (include but are not limited to):

Hotel & Hospitality
A PMR radio helps the medium to large establishment to improve communications, allowing you to respond faster to client’s requests and problems.

Garden Centres / Nurseries
Improve your customer services at the press of a button. Extended range for larger sites, robust and submersible units easily cope with UK weather, Charlie’s water feature, mud and dust.

Visitor Attractions
Keep in touch with your staff at the push of a button. Respond to technical and administrative issues efficiently. Increased range and security when compared to PMR446 radios.

Retail
At the touch of a button, you can check prices, find out if an item is in stock and locate a manager for assistance. Using licensed radios ensures you do not get interference from the shop next door or Johnny with his new walkie-talkie toy.

Education
In today's active learning establishments, playground supervisors, teachers, coaches and other administrators can stay connected with instant push-of-a-button communications. Due to their increased range PMR radios are particularly suited to larger establishments.

Sport / Event Management / Swimming Pools
Suitable for smaller events including Motorsport. A PMR radio is an extremely cost effective and secure way to communicate. Submersible radios are ideally suited to any humid environment including swimming pools where a standard radio will corrode with time.

Security
When an alarm signals, you don't have a moment to lose. PMR radios give you the up-to-the-minute and secure (using voice encryption equipped radios) communication you need to alert co-workers or request backup at the touch of a button.

Construction
A PMR radio is suited to larger sites that require a robust radio with a high volume output. A submersible radio provides unparalleled protection against UK weather, mud and dust.

Manufacturing
A heavy duty radio makes it easier for manufacturing workers and management to communicate often significantly reducing “down time” and improving efficiency.

Agriculture
Ideal for heavy duty, high noise applications including automated packing shed, in field machinery etc. Extended range to cover larger sites or difficult terrain. Robust and submersible units easily cope with UK weather, mud and dust.

Local Government
Ideal for long range communications for managers on the road etc. Robust and submersible units easily cope with UK weather, mud and dust.