MIL-SPEC CONSTRUCTION
Built to meet or exceed the requirements of the U.S. MIL-STD 810 C/D/E standards, the VX-900 is designed to survive under difficult operating conditions of shock, vibration, and driving rain.

DIE-CAST CHASSIS AND WEATHERPROOF CASE DESIGN
The VX-900s ruggedness begins with its one-piece die-cast aluminum chassis, which provides high strength and durability along with light weight. Surrounding the portables circuitry is a one piece high-impact case,

LOUD 700 mW AUDIO OUTPUT
Ideal for reception in noisy environments, the VX-900s high�powered audio is coupled to a large internal speaker, assuring solid copy throughout difficult crowd control, fire, or sporting-event operations.

NOISE CANCELING MICROPHONE
Providing a significant reduction in transmitted background noise, the built-in Noise Canceling Microphone helps push your critical messages through, even in very noisy environments.

MIL-SPEC SPEAKER/MIC AVAILABLE
Built to survive under difficult field conditions, the optional MH-50A7A Speaker/Mic includes a Noise Canceling microphone design.

12.5/25 kHz BANDWIDTH PROGRAMMABLE PER CHANNEL
The VX-900 may be programmed with Wide or Narrow operating bandwidths, channel by channel, to conform to your local channel environment. Ideal for multi-jurisdiction operations.

LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES PROVIDE EXTENDED OPERATING TIMES
The 1800 mAh Lithium-Ion Battery Pack typically provides 11 hours of operation, while the long life 2400 mAh  Battery Pack yields up to 14 hours on the UHF Version.

OPTIONAL ALKALINE BATTERY CASE
For situations where recharging of battery packs is not available, the optional FBA-27 Alkaline Battery Pack allows the use of six AA Alkaline batteries to power the VX-900.

VERSATILITY

512 CHANNEL CAPACITY(Managed in up to 20 Memory Groups)
Huge 512-channel capacity may be partitioned into as many as 20 Memory Groups, with no limit on the number of channels in each Group. A single radio may therefore be programmed with channel sets for a number of different jurisdictions or organizations.

WIDE-BAND COVERAGE
Coverage beyond typical limits allows programming in guard band channel allocations, and ensures compatibility for programming in a wide variety of locations.

SINGLE/DUAL PRIORITY SCAN MODES
Monitor one or two important channels on a Priority basis. Flexible Revert and Talk-Back functions ensure compatibility with existing user operating knowledge, thus minimizing training time in new installations.

HIGH-SPEED SCAN
The lightning-fast scanning capability allows rapid coverage of the VX-900s huge memory bank. Nuisance channels may temporarily be deleted, and single-group and multiple-group scanning are available.

PROGRAMMABLE SOFT KEYS (4- and 8-Key Models Available) AND 3-POSITION TOGGLE SWITCH
Customization of feature access is easily accomplished at the time of programming. Complete flexibility in assignment of features ensures compatibility with

DTMF SIGNALING & DIALING FEATURES
The 16-Key versions of the VX-900 provide both manual and Speed Dial DTMF calling. All versions provide programmable PTT ANI for business or fleet applications.

CTCSS/DCS ENCODE + DECODE
High-performance Encoder/Decoder circuits for both CTCSS and Digital Code Squelch are provided, for access to tone/code controlled systems.

USER-SELECTABLE TONES/CODES
Field programming of the CTCSS tones or DCS codes is available, allowing access to multiple systems.

8-CHARACTER ALPHANUMERIC, INVERTIBLE LCD DISPLAY
Providing indication of either the channel number or an Alphanumeric Channel Label of up to 8 characters, the LCD display may be inverted when the radio is worn on the body. Convenient operation function icons provide instant recognition of radio status. And the display is canted forward 15� from horizontal to ensure easy visibility over a wide

SIXTEEN-POSITION ROTARY CHANNEL SELECTOR
The top panels rugged rotary switch may be used for channel selection, or for selection of the desired Memory Group.

KEY LOCK
A soft key may be assigned as a Key Lock control, to prevent inadvertent frequency change or unwanted activation/de-activation of functions. This is especially valuable in surveillance operations, where the radio may be concealed and subject to accidental pressure on its keys.

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 front panel keys are easy to activate, even for users with large fingers.

EMERGENCY FUNCTIONS
The VX-900 may be programmed to transmit an emergency DTMF ENI burst, with or without a live microphone engaged, to alert the dispatcher to an emergency situation requiring assistance to the officer.

ENCRYPTION
The FVP-25 Encryption Unit provides security for your important public safety and private security communications, and it also includes a DTMF Paging function for selective calling.

EMBEDDED MESSAGE
At the time of programming, an I.D. number may be imbedded in the radios memory, allowing identification of a stolen radio if its serial number or other external identification tags have been removed.

INTRINSICALLY SAFE VERSION AVAILABLE
Included in the VX-900 Intrinsically Safe versions certification is approval for use in the hazardous Hydrogen and Acetylene environments.