New model! This version features an updated case and a DB-9 Female connector for adding an external controller for linking purposes. You can add this repeater to the myGMRS Network by purchasing a linking bundle or a plug-and-play kit (coming soon).
The Retevis RT97S is an exciting new UHF repeater certified by the FCC for use on GMRS! The Retevis RT97S has FCC ID 2ASNSRT97.
Featuring 8 GMRS repeater channels, a 10W transmitter with a full 5W output power after the duplexer, and a built-in notch duplexer, all you need to do is add an antenna and feedline to get on the air.
Built into a cable TV amplifier box, the RT97S is rugged and water-resistant. Two power adapters come with the repeater, a 12V/24V cigarette lighter plug, and an AC adapter. A USB programming cable is also included to program the repeater to your channel and CTCSS/DCS tones of choice.
The RT97S is ideal for solar-powered repeater sites where low power and a small footprint are required. At such a small portable size, this repeater is perfect for camping trips or emergency preparedness.
Inside the case, there is a small 10W notch duplexer, an LCD display, a DC-DC power adapter, and the integrated radio module itself. This repeater does NOT simply have two handheld radios inside.
* Please note that this connector does not currently feature a discriminator output which is required for an external controller that will do the CTCSS/DCS tone decoding. However, the repeater can be configured to decode the tones internally. We have only tested it with a URIxB repeater interface for use with the myGMRS Network at this time.
Resources
Programming Guide
USB Driver
Programming Software
DB-9 Connector to URIxB Pinout
Output Power: 5W (After Duplexer)
Antenna Connector: UHF Female (SO-239)
Power: 12V/24V DC Cigarette Lighter Plug or 120V AC Adapter
Programming: USB
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Simple and effective LCD display details |
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Multiple power options 12V/24V DC Power or AC adapter |
Specifications |
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Frequency Range |
462.550 - 462.725 MHz (TX), |
Channel Capacity |
8 GMRS Repeater Channels |
Channel Spacing |
±12.5KHz Narrow/±25kHz Wide |
Operating Voltage |
DC12V - 24V |
Operating Temperature |
-22° F - 140° F (-30° C - 60° C) |
Frequency Stability |
±2.5ppm |
Antenna Impedance |
50 Ω |
Dimensions |
10.25" x 8.3" x 2.8" (260 x 210 x 70mm) |
Weight |
3.7 lbs (1.66 kg) |
Transmitter |
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Power Output |
10W (5W after Duplexer) |
Modulation |
F3E |
Spurious Emission |
-60dB or less |
Maximum Frequency Deviation |
Wide: ±5kHz Narrow: ±2.5kHz |
Audio Distortion |
5% or less |
FM Noise |
Wide:≤45dB Narrow :≤40dB |
Receiver |
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Sensitivity(12dB SINAD) |
0.2μV (Wide) 0.25μV (Narrow) |
Squelch Sensitivity |
0.15μV (Wide) 0.2μV (Narrow) |
Adjacent Channel Selectivity |
≥ 70dB (Wide) / ≥65dB (Narrow) |
Intermodulation |
≥ 55dB |
Spurious Rejection |
≥ 55dB |
Image Rejection |
≥ 55dB |
FM Ham and Noise |
≤-45dB(Wide) / ≤ -40dB(Narrow) |
Modulation Type |
F3E |
Operating Bandwidth |
≤±7KHz / ≤±5KHz |
Audio Distortion |
≤ 5% |