FRG-8800

Yaesu
FRG-8800

Specifications

Prices

All-mode dual-conversion 0.15~30 MHz general coverage receiver. Front-end with octave RF filters, 122dB blocking, wide and narrow IF bandwidths, selectable AGC, NB, CW audio peak filter, dual-loop PLL synthesizer. Feature a large display with a unique S / SINPO bar-graph type indicator, CAT system for remote control. Ideated in Japan, year of introduction 1985.

Reference market : amateur-radio

FRG-8800 specifications

General

Frequency coverage
0.1500 ~ 29.9990 MHz 118.0000 ~ 173.9990 MHz [1]
Mode
CW / LSB / USB / AM / FM / WFM [2]
Tuning step
25 Hz

Receiver

Sensitivity
CW / SSB	3 uV (0.15~1.6 MHz, 10dB S+N/N). 0.4 uV (1.6~30 MHz, 10dB S+N/N). 1 uV (118~174 MHz, 10dB S+N/N). [1]
AM	30 uV (0.15~1.6 MHz, 10dB S+N/N). 4 uV (1.6~30 MHz, 10dB S+N/N). 10 uV (118~174 MHz, 10dB S+N/N). [1]
FM	1 uV (1.6~30 MHz, 20dB S+N/N). 2 uV (118~174 MHz, 20dB S+N/N). [1]
Selectivity
CW / SSB	2.7 kHz (-6dB) 8 kHz (-50dB)
AM-N (narrow)	2.7 kHz (-6dB) 8 kHz (-50dB)
AM-W (wide)	6 kHz (-6dB) 15 kHz (-50dB)
FM	12.5 kHz (-6dB) 30 kHz (-40dB)
IF filter ultimate attenuation
~70dB [3]
DR (Dynamic Range)
87dB (20 KHz spaced signals) [3]
Blocking
122dB (100 KHz spaced signal) [3]
NB (Noise Blanker)
Yes [5]
AGC (Automatic Gain Control)
Fast / Slow
Frequency stability
±300 Hz max within 30' warm-up. ±50 Hz max after 30' warm-up.
IF (Intermediate Frequency)
1°	47.055 MHz
2°	455 kHz
Squelch sensitivity
CW / SSB	2 uV (1.6~30 MHz). 4 uV (118~174 MHz).
AM	2 uV (1.6~30 MHz). 4 uV (118~174 MHz).
FM	0.5 uV (1.6~30 MHz). 1 uV (118~174 MHz).

Features

Memory
12 regular memories
Display
100 Hz frequency resolution 31-segments signal meter bar
Antenna
SO239 50Ω (0.15~30 MHz) Spring terminals 500Ω (0.15~30 MHz) SO239 50Ω (118~174 MHz) [1]
Power supply
100 / 120 / 220 / 240 VAC 13.8 VDC ±10% [4]
Power consumption
5 VA (timer standby). 35 VA (ON). 17mA (timer standby, 13.8VDC). 1A (ON, 13.8VDC).
Audio power
1.4 W on 8Ω
Audio output
Jack 6.35 mm
Connections
Jack 3.5 mm (external speaker) Jack 3.5 mm (line output) Jack 3.5 mm (REC) 2 x RCA (remote on/off) 5-pin DIN (ACC) 6-pin DIN (CAT) Spring terminal (mute)

Mechanical and environmental data

Dimensions
334 (W) x 118 (H) x 225 (D) mm
Weight
6.1kg

With optional FRV-8800 VHF converter.
With optional C02680A circuit fitted.
This parameter, not in official data, was obtained with direct tests.
With optional kit fitted.
Front panel on/off switch, rear panel narrow/wide switch.

FRG-8800 rear panel and connections :

Yaesu FRG-8800 rear panel and connections

FRG-8800 WFM modification kit :

This kit enables the wideband (broadcast) FM mode in the FRG-8800. This mode is required for reception of FM broadcast signals which transmit within the frequency range of the receiver (118 to 174 MHz when the FRV-8800 is installed). Locate the place to mount the FM board, on the Main Unit on the underside of the chassis (see figure). Now install the three locking spacers in the mounting holes on the Main Unit. Align white connector P9001 on the FM Unit with J1009 on the Main Unit, and press the connectors together. The locking spacers must pass through the holes in the FM Unit as it is pressed into place until locked.

Yaesu FRG-8800, WFM unit mounting position

Yaesu FRG-8800 WFM unit schematic diagram.
Board C02680A: TDA7000 integrated circuit / 4 x 2SC945 transistors

FRG-8800 price

We have collected for your convenience the Yaesu FRG8800 sale price (US Dollar) and its trend over time. Useful to guarantee a cheaper purchase of this radio and to put it for sale in the second-hand market. Of course offers, accessories, warranty terms and conditions can lead to different figures.

Price	Date	Condition
USD 459.00 (390EUR)	2021-jul	Second Hand With FRV-8800 VHF converter fitted
USD 341.00 (249GBP)	2021-jul	Second Hand Good condition overall. Comes with power lead
USD 369.95	2016-jan	Second Hand This radio has the FRV-8800 VHF converter installed. Comes with power lead and manual

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