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Vertex Standard VXA-710 Spirit Transceiver
Features include 160 memory channels, skip scan, split channel operation, alpha-numeric display, back-lit keypad and display, one touch emergency frequency access, external DC input, and automatic noise limiter. Receives NAV frequencies from 108.00 to 117.975 MHz, COM frequencies from 118.00 to 136.975 MHz, FM radio broadcast from 88 MHz to 108 MHz, BRS frequencies and all 10 NOAA weather broadcast frequencies. Measures 2 1/4"w x 3 3/4"h x 1 1/4"d and weighs 9.9 oz. Includes: Li-ion battery pack, wall charger, antenna, quick draw belt clip, antenna adapter to convert to BNC connector and headset cable.  |
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Cigarette Lighter Adapter (for all Vertex Standard radios) $26.00 
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Headset Adapter (for Vertex Standard Spirit, Pilot III, & Pro VI) $19.95 -
Rapid Desktop Charger (for Vertex Standard Spirit) $46.95 -
Alkaline Battery Pack (for Vertex Standard Spirit) $44.00 -
115v Wall Charger (for Vertex Standard radios) $29.95 -
220v Wall Charger (for Vertex Standard Spirit Radio VXA-710) $29.00 -
Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (for Vertex Standard Spirit) $92.00
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Alkaline Battery Pack (for Vertex Standard Spirit) $44.00 -
Rapid Desktop Charger (for Vertex Standard Spirit) $46.95 -
Cigarette Lighter Adapter (for all Vertex Standard radios) $26.00 -
Headset Adapter (for Vertex Standard Spirit, Pilot III, & Pro VI) $19.95 -
VFR Sectional Chart $9.00 
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220v Wall Charger (for Vertex Standard Spirit Radio VXA-710) $29.00 -
FAR AIM 2012 (ASA) $9.98
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Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (for Vertex Standard Spirit) $92.00 -
Airport/Facility Directory $5.30 -
Smith & Wesson Captain's Flashlight $39.95 -
Classic VFR Kneeboard by Sporty's $14.95 -
Terminal Procedures Publications $5.95
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Date - 11-18-2011 Pilot Rating - Private Overall Durability Reliability  Value Usability Expected Recommended Yes | Beefy! It feels really solid. You can also tune in FM stations. Nice to have the nav feature because I frequently rent planes with only 1 VOR so it's nice to have the hand held so I can more easily identify intersections on victor airways. ConsLables over the buttons are tough to read. Not the most intuitive device. General CommentsWith some practice, not very difficult to use. Lot's of features. Lot of bang for your buck. I'm very happy with it. |
Location - Seattle, WA Date - 10-28-2011 Pilot Rating - Commercial OverallDurability Reliability Value Usability Expected Recommended Yes | Best Radio Ever...... ( No Pros Listed From Reviewer ) Cons( No Cons Listed From Reviewer ) General Comments( No General Comments Listed From Reviewer ) |
Date - 10-5-2011 Pilot Rating - Private OverallDurability Reliability Value Usability Expected Recommended Yes |  Nice Compact size, Metal Case ConsCould have a little stronger signal transmition. General Comments( No General Comments Listed From Reviewer ) |
Reviewer - John H. Location - Switzerland, , Geneva Date - 7-16-2011 Pilot Rating - Student OverallDurability Reliability Value Usability Expected Recommended Yes | Very compact, solid, waterproof and of outstanding quality. None. General Comments I noticed that some stores/sites favour the IComs, others the Vertex-Standards. I tried both and felt that the more modern VXA-710 fitted my needs much better: Unlike the plasticky iComs, the VS Spirit is much more compact, solid, waterproof, easy to use with very good reception quality. |
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Date - 6-30-2011 Pilot Rating - Private OverallDurability Reliability Value Usability Expected Recommended Yes | Lightweight, compact, great battery, good clarity ConsButtons have to be pressed firmly to activate and does take using the manual the first couple times thru the operation. General CommentsHave only really used it to get ATIS prior to starting and listening to current Tower ops, but it adds peace of mind if I were to ever loose the radios. |
| Convienent size. ConsHard to figure out to make all the bells and wistles work. General Comments( No General Comments Listed From Reviewer ) |
Date - 2-18-2011 Pilot Rating - Private OverallDurability Reliability Value Usability Expected Recommended Yes | Small and great as backup. Cons( No Cons Listed From Reviewer ) General Comments( No General Comments Listed From Reviewer ) |
Date - 1-19-2011 Pilot Rating - Private OverallDurability Reliability Value Usability Expected Recommended Yes | ( No Pros Listed From Reviewer ) Cons( No Cons Listed From Reviewer ) General CommentsVery happy with it so far. Very well designed, hardware, software and the user interface. Wish the optional (i.e. extra cost) AA battery adapter (FBA-23) were included with the unit since you'd need either that or an extra rechargeable pack (FNB-80LI) for backup. |
Date - 11-24-2010 Pilot Rating - Private OverallDurability Reliability Value Usability Expected Recommended Yes | ( No Pros Listed From Reviewer ) Cons( No Cons Listed From Reviewer ) General Comments( No General Comments Listed From Reviewer ) |
Date - 10-2-2010 Pilot Rating - Student OverallDurability Reliability Value Usability Expected Recommended Yes | I appreciate the small size and the many features packed into the small form factor. Cons The programming of the tranceiver is not intuitive. You need to spend some time with the manual. But once you understand the various key sequences needed to program it you are good to go. This is a very good tranceiver. Once you get through programming the memory you end up with a really nice scanning tranceiver. And it works well when connected to my headset. |
Date - 9-27-2010 Pilot Rating - Private OverallDurability Reliability Value Usability Expected Recommended Yes | ( No Pros Listed From Reviewer ) Cons( No Cons Listed From Reviewer ) General CommentsThis is my first radio, so I have nothing to compare it to. It doesn`t receive (on the ground) as well as I had hoped, and I haven`t tested it in the air yet. It appears to be built well. |
Date - 9-16-2010 Pilot Rating - Private OverallDurability Reliability Value Usability Expected Recommended Yes | Compact size, long battery life and easy to use once you read the instructions. ConsAs far as I can tell, the dial cannot be locked. It frequently changes when I wear it on my belt. Also the belt clip screw keeps loosening. Maybe some loctite would help? General Comments( No General Comments Listed From Reviewer ) |
| Great little radio, very compact. ConsDon't care for the belt clip and as I read from the reviews prior to buying it it takes some time figuring how to program and use it. I agree read the operating manual. General Comments( No General Comments Listed From Reviewer ) |
Date - 6-1-2010 Pilot Rating - Private OverallDurability Reliability Value Usability Expected Recommended Yes | This radio has been great. I manage a small airport and have been using this as my everyday radio when I am outside on the ramp, doing runway inspections, mowing, or at my desk scanning or listening to the FM radio. The scanner function works really well and is quick enough that I can listen in on our local RCO and then hear the aircraft response on another frequency. Very compact compared to my previous hand held. Cons It is a little complicated at first to setup. You need to read to the manual to get it programmed. Nearly every setting on this radio is programmable, but once you have everything set, the radio is stone simple to use. ( No General Comments Listed From Reviewer ) |
Date - 3-23-2010 Pilot Rating - Commercial OverallDurability Reliability Value Usability Expected Recommended Yes | The compact size requires little space and adds minimal weight to your flight bag. Enough accessories to provide flexible operational options. Side tone and split communication a nice feature if one needs to transmit on comm and listen on VOR. There are a plethora of functions available on this transceiver. ConsButtons are not very responsive. It may be due to how they are sealed to provide the water resistance. I find I have to press them extra firmly to enact its function. Operation is not very intuitive. However, spending time reading the manual gets you going. General CommentsThis is a very worthwhile transceiver. I have not yet found the Business Service Radio frequencies a benefit to me. The NOAA weather service frequencies are a nice feature and provides weather alerts. |
Date - 2-24-2010 Pilot Rating - Sport OverallDurability Reliability Value Usability Expected Recommended Yes | ( No Pros Listed From Reviewer ) Cons( No Cons Listed From Reviewer ) General Comments( No General Comments Listed From Reviewer ) |
Date - 1-31-2010 Pilot Rating - Instrument OverallDurability Reliability Value Usability Expected Recommended Yes | Nice, Good Quality Hand Held With Good Range Reception. ConsA little Difficult to figure out. Once you read the Directions its a breeze. General Comments( No General Comments Listed From Reviewer ) |
Date - 1-21-2010 Pilot Rating - Private OverallDurability Reliability Value Usability Expected Recommended Yes | ( No Pros Listed From Reviewer ) Cons( No Cons Listed From Reviewer ) General CommentsVery good product |
Date - 1-19-2010 Pilot Rating - Private OverallDurability Reliability Value Usability Expected Recommended Yes | Very Easy to use! Instructions are simple and straight foward. Cons( No Cons Listed From Reviewer ) General Comments( No General Comments Listed From Reviewer ) |
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