The VR-5000 has 2000 memory channels which can be managed in numerous ways. Text descriptions can be assigned to each memory channel and group to ease identification. The VR-5000 has five (5) special PreSet memories provide one-touch access to favorite channels, such as local AM broadcast stations. Just press the large PS key on the front panel to step through the PreSet channels!

The VR-5000's versatile scanning system allows lightning-fast scanning of operating frequencies, so you won't miss any of the excitement on the bands! The scanner allows you to select from three scan-resume options, too: "Delay" Scan, which Iets scanning resume after a programmed interval Of waiting:on:annn active channel; "Pause" Scan, which holds on an active channel until the incoming signal disappears; and "Hold" Scan, whereby scanning stops when activity is encountered. There is a wide array of scanning features available to the VR-5000 user.

Many more advanced features are avaiable including a dual Receive cabapbility - when monitoring on the "main" displayed frequency, you can simultaneously listen to a second station operating within 20 MHz of the main frequency in the AM and FM-Narrow modes. This can be especially helpful while monitoring public safety communications.

The optional DSP-1 Digital Signal Processing Unit includes a number of features which can significantly enhance reception through improved interference rejection whilst the optional FVS-1 Voice synthesizer option enables an audible announcement of the current main band operating frequency.

Many other features are available including:

• RF Tune Front-end preselection bandpass filter (1.8 - 1000 MHz) for excellent rejection of out-of- band signals.
• 20 dB Attenuator for comfortable reception of extremely strong signals.
• IF Noise Blanker for reduction of impulse noise.
• Optional DVS-4 Digital Voice Recorder provides two recording memories of 8 seconds each.
• Optional FVS-1A Voice Synthesizer provides audible announcement of the operating frequency for owners with vision impairments.
• 10.7 MHz IF Output Jack for connecting external decoders eg FM Stereo or Data.
• Field Strength Meter for comparison of peak signal strength as compared to a reference level
• Audio Tone Control.
• All-Mode Squelch Control for silent monitoring in "standby" mode.
• Password-controlled Panel and Dial "Lock" feature to avoid unauthorized frequency change.
• Front Panel Key "Beep" On/Off selection.
• Display Dimmer/Contrast Control.
• Clone Capability for copying memory information from one VR-5000 to another
• Personal Computer Interface Port with serial data speed selection of 4800/9600/57600 bps.
• Two Antenna Ports: One for "Long Wire" type antenna, one SO-239

Additional specifications can be found at the Yaesu UK web site.