The new submersible VX-820 portables offer a wide range of features in several packages.

•16 or 512 Channel Capacity
•No PF keys, 4 PF keys or 12 key DTMF pad plus 4 PF keys.
•LCD or no LCD
•Freq Range of 134 – 174 MHz (in one radio, no sub-bands)
•Freq Range of 450 – 512 MHz (in one radio, no sub-bands)
•700 mW audio output power
Small package (only 4inches tall, 2 inches wide!)

Superior protection from dust and water intrusion ~ VX-820 ~
All VX-820 portables, as a standard feature, are rated for IP55 and IP57. This covers dust and water intrusion.

First, Ingress of dust shall not penetrate in a quantity to interfere with satisfactory operation of the apparatus or to impair safety.

IP55: Water projected in jets against the enclosure from any direction shall have no harmful effects.

IP57: Ingress of water in quantities causing harmful effects shall not be possible when the radio is submersed for 30 minutes at a depth of 3 feet.

Wideband Frequency Ranges
The new VX-820 has the widest frequency range we have ever offered. VHF: 134 MHz ~ 174 MHz UHF: 450 MHz ~ 512 MHz
Unsurpassed receive audio output
Following the sucess of our VX-600/900 increased audio power of 700 mW, these small portables pack the same 700 mW punch.
PIC
Adding to the increased audio output, the PIC control adds the ability to adjust the received frequency response to suit the environment. This pitch control enhances different sections of the audio spectrum to best suit your immediate work area.