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YAESU VHF/UHF DUAL BAND FM TRANSCEIVER FI-7100M OPERATING MANUAL VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD. 4-8-8 Nakameguro, Meguro-Ku, Tokyo 153-8644, Japan VERTEX STANDARD US Headquarters 17210 Edwards Rd., Cerritos, CA 90703, U.S.A. International Division 8350 N.W. 52nd Terrace, Suite 201, Miami, FL 33166, U.S.A. YAESU EUROPE B.V. P.O. Box 75525, 1118 ZN Schiphol, The Netherlands YAESU UK LTD. Unit 12, Sun Valley Business Park, Winnall Close Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 OLB, U.K. YAESU GERMANY GmbH Am Kronberger Hang 2, D-65824 Schwalbach, Germany VERTEX STANDARD HK LTD. 11th Floor Tsim Sha Tsui Centre, 66 Mody Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui East, Kowloon, Hong Kong for free by RadioAmateur.eu Contents Introduction 1 DTMF Autodtaler Operation .......................... Specifications 2 Transmitter Time-Out Timer (TOT) ............... Accessories & Option 3 Memory Operation Installation 4 Memory Storage ................ Meninas Preliminary Inspection …………….….….…………erres 4 Storing independent Transmit Frequencies Installation Tips ………………………..….………rrrresessereences 4 (“Odd Splits”) _.......………rrercererecrse Safety Information 5 Recalling Memories... Antenna Considerations …………….….………….….……….……v 6 Direct Keypad Memory Recall Mobile Installation erreurs 8 (Requires MH-48A6J) 0... Transceiver Installation ………………………….…….….…… 8 Memory Offset Tuning ………….………….….….….………… Mobile Power Connections 9 Masking a Memory . Mobile Speakers 9 Transferring Memory Channels ........................... Base Station Installation .......................=.ee..—... 10 Memory only Моде... AC Power Supplies 10 Scanning Feature Packet Radio Terminal Code Controller (TNC) .... 10 Scanning Operation ……………….……….……..……………esre Front Panel Controls, Switches ................. 12 Scan-Resume Options ......................e.evemenees LCD 14 Memory Skip Scanning ...................——....eee.eee.... Rear Panel Connections .......e......0escrcceccocoo 15 Temporary Memory Skip ............................... MH-48a63 Microphone 16 Programmable Band-Scan Limit ......................... MH-42863s Microphone 17 Priority Channel Operation .........................e..... Operation 18 VFO Priority Basic Operation/Reception ......................—.—..—. 18 Memory Priority Turning the Power On/Off ............................ 18 HOME Priority... Adjusting the Volume and Squelch............... 18 Smart Search RF Squelch ... 18 ARTS: Auto Range Transponder System . Frequency Display and Band Change ........... 19 ARTS Modes ....................—...i.ie2emenre me Main Dial Tuning 19 CW ID (Morse identifter) Setup ....................... Direct Keypad Frequency Entry Miscellaneous Settings (Requires MH-48a61) .......................... 19 Sub-Display Options rss Channel Step Selection 20 Automatic Power-OfF a. VFO tracking eee 20 Programming the microphone Button Functions ....... Receiver Muting ...................—...—..—... ee... 21 DCS Code Inversion rer VHF-VHF (V-V) or External Speaker Selection ……………………………………… UHE-UHF (U-U) Operation ................ 21 Microprocessor Reset Procedures ............. Lock Feature .. 22 Cloning Keypad Beeper ………….…..…….………errenenne 22 Menu System Display Brightness 22 Menu Selection Details... Transmission ...............—..eee ne 23 Power Output Setting .........................=...... 23 PTT Locking ........ |. 23 Repeater Splits ess 24 Automatic Repeater Shift (ARS) .................. 24 Separate Transmit Frequency Memories ....... 25 Standard Repeater Shift ......................—..... 25 Tone Squeich System 26 Tone Search Scanning essen 27 CTCSS Bell Paging ………………………………….…….. 27 1750 Hz Tone Calling (European Versions) … 2’ DTMF Tone Generation (MH-48a6; only) …… 28 for free by RadioAmateur.eu 31 32 32 33 33 34 34 35 35 35 36 36 37 38 38 38 38 39 40 40 41 42 42 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 INTRODUCTION The FT-7100M is a ruggedly-built, high quality Dual Band FM transceiver providing 50 Watts of power output on the 144 MHz Amateur band, and 35 Watts on the 430 MHz band. The high power output of the FT-7100M is produced by its 2SK3478 Power MOS FET amplifier, with a direct-flow heat sink and thermostatically-controlled cooling fan maintaining a safe temperature for the transceiver’s circuitry. Featuring 262 memory channels, dual receive with independent Volume and Squelch con- trols, and built-in CTCSS and DCS encoder/decoder circuits, the FT-7100M includes provi- sion for remote-head mounting, utilizing the optional YSK-7100 Separation Kit, which al- lows installation evening the most compact of cars. We recommend that you read this manual in its entirety, so as to understand fully the many features of your new FT-7100M transceiver. for free by FT-7100M Operating Manual radloAmateur.ed 1 SPECIFICATIONS General Frequency Range: Channel Steps: Mode of Emission: Antenna Impedance: Frequency Stability: Operating Temperature Range: Supply Voltage: RX: — 108.00—180.00 MHz 320-480 MHz 810-999.990 MHz (Cellular Blocked) TX: 144-146 MHzor 144 — 148 MHz 430 —440 MHz or 430 -450 MHz 5/10/12.5/15/20/25/50 kHz F3,F2,F1 50 Q, unbalanced (Antenna Duplexer built-in) +5 ppm @ 14° F—+140° F (+10 °C —+60 °C) —4° F —+140° F (-20 °C — +60 °C) 13.8 VDC 15%), negative ground Current Consumption (Approx.): RX: 0.5 A (Squelched) Case Size (WxHxD): Weight (Approx.): Transmitter OutputPower: Modulation Type: Maximum Deviation: Spurious Radiation: Modulation Distortion: MicrophoneImpedance: DATA Jack Impedance: Receiver Circuit Type: Intermediate Frequencies: Sensitivity (for 12dB SINAD): Squelch Sensitivity: Image Rejection: Selectivity (—6dB/~60dB): Maximum AF Output: AF Output Impedance: TX: 11.5A(VHF), 10.0 A (UHF) 5.8x1.9 x 6.9 inches (140 x 38 x 166 mm) (w/o knobs & connectors) 2.2 lb (1 kg) 50/20/10/5 W (VHF), 35/20/10/5 W (UHF) Variable Reactance +5 kHz Better than —60 dB Less than 3% 2kQ 10kQ Double-conversion superheterodyne 21.7 MHz/A50 kHz (VHF), 45.05 MHz/455 kHz (UHF) Better than 0.16 uV 0.1uV 70dB 12 kHz/24 kHz 2 W @ 8 Q for 5% THD 4-16 © Specifications are subject to change without notice, and are guaranteed within the 144 and 430 MHz amateur bands only. Frequency ranges will vary according to transceiver version; check with your dealer for free by 2 RadioAmateur.eu FT-7100M Operating Manual ACCESSORIES & OPTION SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES Microphone MH-4816, or MH-42B6Js (depending on transceiver version)... 1 Mobile Mounting Bracket MMB-36 ere eee nee 1 DC Power Cord w/Fuse — T9021715 ................. enero reee ee reeaeas 1 Spare Fuse 15A (Q0000081) evecare eee eee eee, 2 Operating Manual …….….….……………rrecrenenmennenesnnnnmnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn*+++* ] Warranty Car] .…..…..….………riserermenenenenmnnntnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnmnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnen( 1 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES MH-48a6sy DTMF Microphone MH-4286us Hand Microphone YSK-7100 Separation Kit MEK-2 Microphone Extension Kit MMB-60 Quick Release Mobile Mounting Bracket MMB-62 Remote Front Panel Mounting Bracket SP-7 External Speaker MLS-100 High-Power External Speaker FP-1023 AC Power Supply (25A: USA only) FP-1030A AC Power Supply (30A) CT-39A Packet Interface Cable AD-3 VHF-UHF Duplexer for Two-antenna Operation ADMS-2 Windows™ PC Programming Software Availability of accessories may vary. Some accessories are supplied as standard per local requirements, while others may be unavailable in some regions. Consult your Yaesu dealer for details regarding these and any newly-available options Connection of any non-Yaesu- approved accessory, should it cause damage, may void the Limited Warranty on this appa- ratus. for free by RadioAmateur. eu FT-7100M Operating Manual 3 INSTALLATION This chapter describes the installation procedure for integrating the FT-7100M into a typi- cal amateur radio station. It is presumed that you possess technical knowledge and concep- tual understanding consistent with your status as a licensed radio amateur. Please take some extra time to make certain that the important safety and technical requirements detailed in this chapter are followed closely. PRELIMINARY INSPECTION Inspect the transceiver visually immediately upon opening the packing carton. Confirm that all controls and switches work freely, and inspect the cabinet for any damage. Gently shake the transceiver to verify that no internal components have been shaken loose due to rough handling during shipping. If any evidence of damage is discovered, document it thoroughly and contact the ship- ping company (or your local dealer, if the unit was purchased over-the-counter) so as to get instructions regarding the prompt resolution of the damage situation. Be certain to save the shipping carton, especially if there are any punctures or other evidence of damage incurred during shipping; if it is necessary to return the unit for service or replacement, use the original packing materials but put the entire package inside another packing carton, so as to preserve the evidence of shipping damage for insurance purposes. INSTALLATION TIPS To ensure long life of the components, be certain to provide adequate ventilation around the cabinet of the FT-7100M. | Do not install the transceiver on top of another heat-generating device (such as a power supply or amplifier), and do not place equipment, books, or papers on top of the FT-7100M. Avoid heating vents and window locations that could expose the transceiver to excessive direct sunlight, especially in hot climates. The FT-7100M should not be used in an environ- ment where the ambient temperature exceeds +140° F (+60° C). for free by 4 RadioAmateur.eu FT-7100M Operating Manual INSTALLATION SAFETY INFORMATION The FT-7100M is an electrical apparatus, as well as a generator of RF (Radio Frequency) energy, and you should exercise all safety precautions as are appropriate for this type of device. These safety tips apply to any device installed in a well-designed amateur radio station. A Never allow unsupervised children to play in the vicinity of your transceiver or antenna installation. MN Be certain to wrap any wire or cable splices thoroughly with insulating electrical tape, to prevent short circuits. AN Do not route cables or wires through door jambs or other locations where, through wear and tear, they may become frayed and shorted to ground or to each other. A Do not stand in front of a directional antenna while you are transmitting into that antenna. Do not install a directional antenna in any location where humans or pets may be walking in the main directional lobe of the antenna’s radiation pattern. In mobile installations, it is preferable to mount your antenna on top of the roof of the vehicle, if feasible, so as to utilize the car body as a counterpoise for the antenna and raise the radiation pattern as far away from passengers as possible. During vehicular operation when stopped (in a parking lot, for example), make it a practice to switch to Low power if there are people walking nearby. A Never wear dual-earmuff headphones while driving a vehicle. Do not attempt to drive your vehicle while making a telephone call on an autopatch using the DTMF microphone. Pull over to the side of the road, whether dialing manually or using the auto-dial feature. for free by FT-7100M Operating Manual radloAmateur.ed 5 INSTALLATION ANTENNA CONSIDERATIONS The FT-7100M is designed for use with antennas presenting an impedance of near 50 Ohms at all operating frequencies. The antenna (or a 50 W dummy load) should be connected whenever the transceiver is turned on, to avoid damage that could otherwise result if trans- mission occurs accidentally without an antenna. Ensure that your antenna is designed to handle 50 Watts of transmitter power. Some mag- netic-mount mobile antennas, designed for use with hand-held transceivers, may not be capable of withstanding this power level. Consult the antenna manufacturer’s specification sheet for details. Most all FM work is performed using vertical polarization. When installing a directional antenna such as a Yagi or Cubical Quad, be certain to orient it so as to produce vertical polarization, unless you are engaged in a special operating situation where horizontal polar- ization is used. In the case of a Yagi antenna, orient the elements vertically for vertical polarization; for a Cubical Quad, the feedpoint should be at the center of one of the vertical sides of the driven element (or at a side corner, in the case of a diamond-shaped Cubical Quad). Note that this transceiver is designed with wide frequency coverage in the VHF/UHF spec- trum. For general listening, you may wish to have a broadband antenna such as a discone available, as a directional antenna such as a Yagi will have degraded performance outside the Amateur band for which it is designed. Excellent reference texts and computer software are available for the desi gn and optimization of VHF and UHF antennas. Your dealer should be able to assist you with all aspects of your antenna installation requirements. Use high-quality 50 Ohm coaxial cable for the lead-in to your FT-7100M transceiver. All efforts at providing an efficient antenna system will be wasted if poor quality, lossy coaxial cable is used. Losses in coaxial lines increase as the frequency increases, so an 8-meter-long (25?) coaxial line with 1/2 dB of loss at 28 MHz may have a loss of 6 dB or more at 446 MHz; choose your coaxial cable carefully based on the installation location (mobile vs. base) and the overall length of the cable required (for very short runs of cable in a mobile installation, the smaller, more flexible cable types may be acceptable). for free by RadioAmateur.eu 6 FT-7100M Operating Manual INSTALLATION ANTENNA CONSIDERATIONS For reference, the chart below shows approximate loss figures for typically-available coaxial cables frequently used in VHF/UHF installations. Loss in dB per 30 m (100 feet) for Selected 50-Ohm Coaxial Cables (Assumes 50-ohm Input/Output Terminations) 213 oam 13 -400 Loss figures are approximate; consult cable manufacturers’ catalogs for complete specifications. In outdoor installations, be certain to weatherproof all connectors thoroughly, as water entering a coaxial cable will cause losses to escalate rapidly, thus diminishing your commu- nications effectiveness. The use of the shortest possible length of the highest quality co- axial cable that fits within your budget will ensure the best performance from your FT- 7100M. for free by FT-7100M Operating Manual 096 7 INSTALLATION MOBILE INSTALLATION - The FT-7100M must only be installed in vehicles having a 13.8 Volt negative ground electri- cal system. Mount the transceiver where the display, controls, and microphone are easily accessible, using the supplied MMB-36 mounting bracket. The transceiver may be installed in almost any location, but should not be positioned near a heating vent nor anywhere where it might interfere with driving (either visually or mechani- cally). Make sure to provide plenty of space on all sides of the transceiver so that air can flow freely around the radio’s case. Refer to the diagrams showing proper installation procedures. Transceiver Installation [3 Choose a mounting location with sufficient clearance for the transceiver. Using the mount- ing bracket as a template for the mounting holes, use a 4.8 mm (3/16) bit to drill the mounting holes, and secure the mounting bracket with the supplied screws, washers, and nuts (see diagram). [J Position the transceiver in the bracket so that the holes in the side are aligned with those in the bracket, and bolt the transceiver into place using the supplied short screws and flat washers. for free by 8 Radofmateured FT-7100M Operating Manual INSTALLATION MOBILE INSTALLATION Mobile Power Connections To minimize voltage drop and avoid blowing the vehicle’s fuses, connect the supplied DC power cable directly to the battery terminals. Do not attempt to defeat or bypass the DC cables fuse — it is there to protect you, your transceiver. and your vehicles electrical system. 0 Before connecting the transceiver, check the voltage at the battery terminals while rev- ving the engine. If the voltage exceeds 15 Volts, adjust the vehicle’s voltage regulator before proceeding with installation. (O Connect the RED power cable lead to the POSITIVE (+) battery terminal, and the BLACK power cable lead to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal. If you need to extend the power cable, use #12 AWG or larger insulated, stranded copper wire. Solder the splice connections carefully, and wrap the connections thoroughly with insulating electrical tape. OO Before connecting the cable to the transceiver, verify the voltage and polarity of the voltage at the transceiver end of the DC cable using a DC voltmeter. Now connect the transceiver to the DC cable. Cabin € |[ > Engine Room + Battery RED: Positive (+) BLACK: Negative (-) lap Mobile Speakers The optional SP-7 External Speaker includes its own swivel-type mounting bracket, and is available from your Yaesu dealer. Other external speakers may be used with the FT-7100M, if they present the specified 8-Ohm impedance and are capable of handling the 2 Watts of audio output supplied by the FT- 71 00M. for free by FT-7100M Operating Mannuai"” "mee 9 INSTALLATION BASE STATION INSTALLATION The FT-7100M is ideal for base station use as well as in mobile installations. The FT-7100M is specifically designed to integrate into your station easily, using the information to follow as a reference. AC Power Supplies Operation of the FT-7100M from an AC line requires a power source capable of providing at least 15 Amps continuously at 13.8 Volts DC. The FP-1023 and FP-1030A AC Power Supplies are available from your Yaesu dealer to satisfy these requirements. Other well- regulated power supplies may be used, as well, if they meet the above voltage and current specifications. Use the DC power cable supplied with your transceiver for making power connections to the power supply. Connect the RED power cable lead to the POSITIVE (+) power supply terminal, and connect the BLACK power cable lead to the NEGATIVE (-) power supply terminal. Packet Radio Terminal Node Controller (TNC) The FT-7100M provides a convenient rear-panel DATA jack for easy connections to your TNC. This connector is a standard mini-DIN connector. A pre-wired connector and cable assembly option, model CT-39A, is available from your local Yaesu dealer. The FT-7100M’s DATA jack connections are optimized for the data transmission and recep- tion speed in use. In accordance with industry standards, the signal levels, impedances, and bandwidths are significantly different on 9600 bps as opposed to 1200 bps. If your TNC does not provide multiple lines to accommodate such optimization, you may still be able to utilize your TNC, if it is designed for multiple-radio use, by connecting the TNC “Radio 1” port to the 1200 bps lines on the FT-7100M, and the “Radio 2” port to the 9600 bps lines. The pin connections of the Data connector are shown below. DATA Jack Pin Out e TDS Tout” a Impedance: 10 kQ, РКО Maximum Input Level: 40 mV p-p for 1200 bps Brown 2.0 Vp-p for 9600 bps 2 GND Signal Ground Red 3 PTT Gound to Transmit Orange 9600 bps Packet Data Output 4 RX9600 Impedance: 10 kQ2, Maximum Output: 500 mV p-p Yellow 1200 bps Packet Data Output | > RX1200 Impedance: 10 kQ, Maximum Output. 300 mV p-p Green Squelch Control 6 Sal Squelch Open: +5 Y Crunch Minga: O V Blue forfree by 10 padoAmateur.°u FT-7100M Operating Manual INSTALLATION BASE STATION INSTALLATION Note that 9600 bps packet transmit-deviation adjustment is very critical to successful opera- tion, and can only be accomplished using a calibrated deviation meter (such as that found on an FM Service Monitor used in a communications service center). In most cases, the Packet Data Input level (set via a potentiometer inside the TNC) must be adjusted to provide a deviation of +2.75 kHz (£0.25 kHz). Check with your packet node’s sysop if you have any questions about the appropriate deviation level for your network. Note also that high through- put on 9600 bps frequently requires strong signals, so you may wish to consider the use of a directional antenna such as a Yagi for communication with high-speed packet nodes. The setting of the 1200 bps Packet Data Input level is much less critical than it is at 9600 bps, and satisfactory adjustment to the optimum (#2.5 — +3.5 kHz) deviation can usually be done “by ear” by adjusting the TNC’s 1200 bps TX Audio Level potentiometer so that the outgo- ing packets (as monitored on a separate VHF or UHF receiver) are approximately the same level as (A) the DTMF tones or (B) the 1750 Hz Burst tone produced using the microphone. Typical connections to a TNC are shown below. Finally, note that the (*PCKT”) Menu selection allows you to set the Packet data rate (1200 or 9600 bps) independently for each band. If you have trouble getting your FT-7100M to respond correctly during packet operation, check to be certain that you do not have Menu #19 (PCKT) set to the wrong data rate. A BN TT kms EAT - i DATA IN | A, ™ 1 = 9600 bps Packet Setup | | DATA oa © es = 1200 “17, Docket Tatup for free by RadioAmateur.eu FT-7100M Ovperatine Manual 11 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS, SWITCHES @® VOL - SQL (“main” band) Controls The inner VOL control adjusts the speaker audio level from the “main” band receiver (default: VHF is the upper band on the display). Clockwise rotation increases the audio level. | The outer SQL control is used to silence background noise on the “main” band receiver. It should advanced clockwise just to the point where the noise silenced (and the green “main” BUSY/TX Indicator turns off), so as to provide the best sensitivity to weak signals. VOL - SQL (“sub” band) Controls The inner VOL control adjusts the speaker audio level from the “sub” band receiver (default: UHF is the /ower band on the display). Clockwise rotation increases the audio level. The outer SQL control is used to silence background noise on the “sub” band receiver. It should advanced clockwise just to the point where the noise silenced (and the green “sub” BUSY Indicator turns off), so as to provide the best sensitivity to weak signals. BUSY/TX Indicator (“main” band) This dual-color LED glows Green when a signal is being received on the “main” band channel. This LED glows Red when you are transmitting. @ BUSY Indicator (“sub” band) This LED glows Green when a signal is being received on the “sub” band channel. ® Command Keys These four keys select many of the most important operating features on the FT-7100M. [BAND] Key: Pressing this key switches “main” band control between the VHF band and UHF band. Press and hold in this key for 1/2 second to activate the “Menu” mode. 12 for free by Radioamateur.eu FT-7100M Operating Manual FRONT PANEL CONTROLS, SWITCHES [VIM] Key: Pressing this key switches frequency control on the “main” band between the VFO and Memory Systems. Press and hold in this key for 1/2 second to activate the Memory Write mode. [HOME] Key: Pressing this key recalls a favorite “Home” frequency memory. Press and hold in this key for 1/2 second to activate VHF-VHF or UHF-UHF operation, as opposed to “normal” VHF-UHF operation. [MHZ] Key: When this key is pressed in momentarily during VFO or Memory Tune operation, the Main Dial knob tunes in 1 MHz steps, and if pressed and held for 1/2 second, the Main Dial knob tunes in 10 MHz steps, thus allowing quick frequency change. When this key is pressed in momentarily during Memory operation, the Memory Tune feature is activated, allowing offset tuning from a memorized frequency. © LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) The display consists of segmented digits for frequency readout and various icons representing enabled transceiver features, and it also contains information regarding menu programming and alphanumeric names for the memory channels. - ® Main Dial Knob This 24-position detented rotary switch is the main tuning dial for the transceiver. It used for most tuning, memory selection, and function setting tasks on the FT-7100M. Function Keys These four keys operate in a manner similar to the Command Keys just described. [POWER] Key: This is main On/Off switch for the FT-7100M. Press and hold in this key for 1/2 second to turn to the transceiver on or off. [LOW] Key: Pressing this key repeatedly allows selection of the transmit power. The selections available are: LOW > MID2 > MID1 > HIGH > LOW ------ GW) ((10W) (20W) (35 WW: UHF) (50 W: VHF) [REV] Key: Pressing this key reverses the transmit and receive frequencies when a repeater split is programmed. Press and hold in this key for 1/2 second to activate the priority scan. [TONE] Key: Pressing this key repeatedly allows selection of the CTCSS and DCS mode and setting of the tone or code to be used. The selections available are: ЕМС > ENC/DEC (TONE SQL) > BELL > DCS > OFF > ENC ==... Rotating the Main Dial knob selects the CTCSS frequency or DCS code. for free by RadioAmateur.eu FT-7100M Operating Manual 13 LCD Memory Channel Number Priority Active CTCSS Encode/Decode AM Rx Repeater Shift Digtal Code Squelch { 11 o Memory Tune IDU PRI 80 9600 bps чин” Ba ~~~ Data Operation E. | Il # 9600 > «В. > «в. a | LOW —— Low Tx Power OICU Eje >. Alert Ringer ETE, Li al Enabled SEPO Meter Keypad/DIAL Lock Packet Operatior PTT Lock Time-Out Timer Sub Band Frequency Main Band Frequency APO Timer for-free by 14 RSA QAMAIEURSO FT-7100M Operating Manua REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS 13.8VDC D 13.8V DC: Cable Pigtail w/Fuse This is the DC power supply connections for the transceiver. Use the supplied DC cable to connect this pigtail to the car battery or base station DC power supply (capable of at least 15 Amperes, continuous duty). Make certain that the RED lead connects to the Positive side of the power source, and BLACK lead connects to the Negative side of the power source. @ ANT Jack Connect a dual-band antenna’s 50 Q cable to this M-type (SO-239) coaxial connector. European versions are equipped with a Type-N connector. Be certain to use the proper type of plug for connection of the coaxial cable. | @ DATA Jack This 6-pin mini-DIN connector provides simple interfacing to a packet Terminal Node Controller (TNC) for 1200 bps or 9600 bps operation. The pinout is detailed on page 10. @ EXT SP Jack This 2-conductor, 3.5-mm mini phone jack provides audio output for an optional speaker (impedance is 4 ~ 16 Q). Inserting a plug into this jack disables audio from the internal speaker. for free by FT-7100M Operating Manuai®°“°*mateur.eu 15 MH-48a6J MICROPHONE (M) PTT Switch Press this switch to transmit, and release it to receive. @ Keypad These 16 keys generate DTMF tones dur- ing transmission. In the receive mode, these 16 keys can be used for direct frequency entry and/or di- rect numeric recall of the Memory channels. ® [P11/[P2]/[P3]/[P4] Buttons [P1] button: This button replicates the functions of the transceiver’s [BAND] key. In the Eu- ropean version, press this button to transmit a 1750 Hz Burst Tone for repeater access. [P2] button: This button replicates the functions of the transceiver’s [VIM] key. [P3] button: This button replicates the functions of the transceiver’s [TONE] key. [P4] button: This button replicates the functions of the transceiver [LOW] key. You can reprogram the [P1], [P2], [P3], and [P4] buttons for other functions, if desired. See page 43. @ LAMP Switch This switch illuminate the MH-48asJ keypad. 6) LOCK Switch This switch locks out the MH-48asJ buttons (except keypad and PTT switch). © UP/DWN Button Press (or hold in) either of these buttons to tune (or scan up or down) the band or through the memory channels. In many ways, these buttons emulate the function of the (rotary) Main Dial knob. DTMF MICROPHONE MH-48 for free by 16 _ Radioamateur.€ 7.771 00M Operating Manual MH-42B6Js MICROPHONE The MH-4286ss is similar to the MH-48a6., but the MH-4286us does not include a DTMF keypad and its illumination switch. D PTT Switch Press this switch to transmit, and release it to receive. 2 [ACCI[P]/[P1]/[P2] Buttons [ACC] button: This button replicates the functions of the trans- ceiver's [BAND] key. In the European version, press this button to transmit a 1750 Hz Burst Tone for repeater access. [P] button: — This button replicates the functions of the transceiver's [V/M] key. [P1] button: This button replicates the functions of the transceiver’s [TONE] key. [P2] button: This button replicates the functions of the transceiver [LOW] key. You can reprogram the [ACC], [P], [P1], and [P2] buttons for other functions, if desired. See page 43. ® LOCK Switch This switch locks out the MH-42B6Js buttons (except PTT switch). @ UP/DWN Button Press (or hold in) either of these buttons to tune (or scan up or down) the band or through the memory channels. In many ways, these buttons emulate the function of the (rotary) Main Dial knob. or free by FT-7100M Operating Manual “=== 17 OPERATION Basic OPERATION/RECEPTION Turning the Power On/Off To turn the radio on, press and hold in the PWR switch for 1/2 second. To turn the radio off, again press and hold in the PWR switch for 1/2 second. Adjusting the Volume and Squelch Volume and Squelch are set independently for the “main” and “sub” bands of the trans- ceiver. The upper VOL and SQL controls provide adjustment for the upper display side (MAIN Band) of the FT-7100M, while the Zower VOL and SQL controls provide adjustment for the Lower display side (SUB Band). Advance the setting of the appropriate VOL control for a comfortable listening level on the back-ground noise or signals present on the band of interest. When no signal is present, advance the SQL control of each band just to the point where the background noise is just silenced. The Green BUSY indicator for the current band will disappear when the background noise is silenced. Do not advance the setting of the SQL control too far, as you will only be able to hear very strong local signals if the squelch is set too “tight.” Leaving the squelch just past the threshold of noise silencing results in the best sensitivity. RF Squeich A special RF Squelch feature is provided on the FT-7100M. This feature allows you to set the squelch so that only signals exceeding a certain S-meter level will open the squelch. To set up the RF Squelch circuit for operation, use the following procedure: Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to activate the “Menu” mode. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select Menu # 24 (RF SQL). Press the [BAND] key momentarily to enable changing of this Menu item. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select the desired signal strength level for the squelch threshold (6-1, 5-5, S-9, or S-FULL). The default setting is OFF. 5. Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. 6. Finally, rotate the SQL control to the 3-o”clock position. о ю This adjustment can be set independently for each band. for free by 18 RadioAmateur.eu F7-7100M Operating Manual OPERATION Basic OPERATION/RECEPTION Frequency Display and Band Change If the transceiver has not been used before, the display will Ч look something like this: f FA me { 46.520 We call the upper frequency the “main” band, and the /ower N UE DO frequency the “sub” band. Transmission is possible only on USA Version the “main” band, but you can select both bands to receive different frequencies on the same band (V-V or U-U opera- 4 tion, described later). $ “soe 5 37m To change the “main” band between VHF and UHF, simply [* 477000 press the [BAND] key momentarily (default: “main” band is European Version VHF, “sub” band is UHF). Main Dial Tuning This mode is used for choosing a frequency within the “main” band. In the “VFO” mode, the Main Dial knob and microphone [UP]/[DWN] buttons allow the Variable Frequency Oscillator (VFO) to tune in the selected step size. When scanning in the VFO mode, the same step sizes are used as in manual tuning. To select the 1 MHz range in which you wish to operate, press the [MHZ] key momentarily, then rotate the Main Dial knob. All the “MHz” digits of the frequency display will blink while “1 MHz Tuning” is enabled. Press the [MHz] key again (momentarily), then rotate the Main Dial knob to tune around the “main” band in the normal synthesizer step. To select the 10 MHz range in which you wish to operate (if you are making a major frequency change, for example), press and hold in the [MHz] key for 1/2 second, then rotate the Main Dial knob. The 10 MHz and 100 MHz digits of the frequency display will blink while “10 MHz Tuning” is enabled. Press and hold in the [MHZ] key again (for more than 1/2 second), then rotate the Main Dial knob to tune around the “main” band in the normal synthesizer step. Direct Keypad Frequency Entry (Requires MH-48a6yJ) The desired operating frequency may be entered directly from the microphone's keypad. To enter a frequency from the keypad, just press the numbered digits on the keypad in the proper sequence. To round all digits to the right of the current digit to “0,” press the [4] key. Example: To enter 146.520 MHz, press [1] > [4] > [6] > [5] > [2] > [0]. To enter 433.000 MHz, press [4] > [3] > [3] > [4]. for free by FT-7100M Operating Manual "°°" 19 OPERATION Basic OPERATION/RECEPTION Channel Step Selection Tuning steps are factory preset to default increments which are appropriate for the country to which this radio is exported. Different steps may be present for VHF and UHF, as well, if appropriate for your area. For example, on the U.S. version, the default steps for VHF are 5 kHz, while on UHF the default steps are 25 kHz. To change to another step size, use the following procedure: Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to activate the “Menu” mode. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select Menu 27 (STEP). Press the [BAND] key momentarily to enable changing of this Menu item. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select a desired step size. The available steps are 5.0/ 10.0/12.5/15.0/20.0/25.0/50.0 (kHz/step). 5. Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. E N= The step size can be set independently for each band. Just change the frequency band on the “main” display field before entering Menu #27, then use the above procedure. VFO Tracking The “main” and “sub” VFOs may be “slaved” together, so that rotation of the Main Dial knob (or stepping of the microphone [UPJ/[DWN] buttons) causes both VFOs to move in tandem. Each VFO will increment in the step sizes that have been established by you previ- ously, i.e. one step on VHF might be 5 kHz and one step on UHF might be 25 kHz, and VFOs will advance by those increments during VFO Tracking operation. To activate VFO tracking, use the following procedure: Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to activate the “Menu” mode. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select Menu # 33 (VFOTR). Press the [BAND] key momentarily to enable changing of this Menu item. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select “ON.” Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. ‘л Во N — To disable the VFO tracking function, select “OFF” in step 4 above. for free by 20 | Radioamateur.eu F'T-7100M Operating Manual OPERATION Basic OPERATION/RECEPTION Receiver Muting The Mute feature is useful in situations where it would be helpful to reduce the audio level of the “sub” receiver whenever you receive a signal on the “main” band. To activate the Mute feature: Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to activate the “Menu” mode. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select Menu # 18 (MUTE). Press the [BAND] key momentarily to enable changing of this Menu item. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select “AUTO.” Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. nn > Da To disable the Mute feature, select “OFF” in step 4 above. VHF-VHF (V-V) or UHF-UHF (U-U) Operation The FT-7100M typically operates on one VHF and one UHF frequency. However, the FT- 7100M may be configured to operate either in a V-V or U-U mode, if needed. Operation in either of these modes is easily enabled: (J If the “main” band is VHF, press and hold in the [HOME] key for 1/2 second. The transceiver will now display rep- { mi G я a 7 licate its VHF frequency on both upper and lower chan- X 146600 nels, and will be operating in the “V-V” mode. — : - VHF-VHF (V-V) Operation (3 Ifthe “main” band is UHF, press and hold in the [HOME] key for 1/2 second. The transceiver will now replicate its A ‚ эп UHF frequency on both upper and lower channels, and { 1 + т MAMANI Will be operating in the “U-U” mode. À 433598 (3 To return to “normal” VHF-UHF operation, press andhold ОНЕ-ОНЕ (U-U) Operation in the [HOME] key for 1/2 second. The original VFO or Memory frequency for the “sub” band will be restored. During V-V or U-U operation, receive sensitivity and intermodulation rejection of the “sub” receiver will be degraded slightly. However, this usually will not be noticeable except during operation in highly RF-congested areas. for free by FT-7100M Operating Manual *=<io6mateur.cu | 21 OPERATION Basic OPERATION/RECEPTION Lock Feature The Lock function prevents accidental changes to the fre- “i uency setting and the key/button controls. f Ma q y 5 y (az i “6.5 © u 9 1. Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to acti- A \ UC AAA vate the “Menu” mode. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select Menu # 15 (LOCK). Press the [BAND] key momentarily to enable changing of this Menu item. Rotate the Main Dial knob one click to change the display to “ON.” Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. X Lock Feature Active о в ню To unlock the keys and buttons for normal operation, select “OFF” in step 4 above. Keypad Beeper The key/button beeper provides useful audible feedback whenever a key or button is pressed. If you want to turn the beeper off (or back on again): Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to activate the “Menu” mode. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select Menu # 4 (BEEP). Press the [BAND] key momentarily to enable changing of this Menu item. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select “OFF.” Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. in w= Display Brightness The orange display illumination has been specially engineered to provide high visibility over a wide range of ambient lighting situations. The brightness of the display is manually adjustable, using the following procedure: 1. Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to activate the “Menu” mode. 2. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select Menu # 7 (DIM). 3. Press the [BAND] key momentarily to enable changing of this Menu item. 4. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select a comfortable brightness level (DIM 1 ~DIM 7, or OFF). 5. Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. for free by 22 RadioAmateur.eu FT-7100M Operating Manual rns + Tn Ear ee OPERATION TRANSMISSION To transmit, simply close the PTT (Push To Talk) switch on the microphone when the frequency is clear. Hold the microphone approximately 25 mm (17) from your mouth, and speak into the microphone in a normal voice level. When your transmission is complete, release the PTT switch; the transceiver will revert to the receive mode. During transmission, the “main” band BUSY/TX indicator changes from Green to Red, and the S&PO meter segments rise up according to the power output selected. Power Output Setting Four power output levels are available on this transceiver: 5 watts (LOW), 10 watts (MID 2), 20 watts (MID 1) and 50 watts (VHF) or 35 watts (UHF) on HIGH. To change the power level, press the [LOW] key. Each time you press the [LOW] key, the new power level will be displayed for a few seconds, then the regular display mode will reappear. The power level can be set independently for each band. Also, the power level may be stored in a memory register, if desired. PTT Locking The PTT circuitry may be locked out, so as to prevent unau- “i thorized or otherwi desired t ission. y ra orized or otherwise undesired transmission y i Ч 6 5 © A To lock out the PTT circuitry and thus prevent transmission: | *N \Ч YLBBRN 1. Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to acti- PTT Lock Active vate the “Menu” mode. 2. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select Menu # 16 (LOCKT). Press the [BAND] key momentarily to enable changing of this Menu item. 4. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select the desired lock mode: BAND A: PTT will be disabled on VHF only; BAND B: PTT will be disabled on UHF only; BOTH: PTT will be disabled on both the VHF and UHF bands; or OFF: PTT lock feature is off. 5. Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. 9 To cancel the PTT lock feature, select “OFF” in step 4 above. for free by FT-7100M Operating Manua"°“°*mateur.eu 23 OPERATION TRANSMISSION Repeater Splits This transceiver offers three methods of setting up split frequency operation on repeaters: O Automatic Repeater Shift (ARS), providing automatic activation of repeater shifts during designated repeater frequency subbands; O Independently stored transmit and receive frequencies (typically not corresponding to established repeater frequency shifts); and O Manual selection of preset repeater shifts. Automatic Repeater Shift (ARS) The ARS (Automatic Repeater Shift) feature in the FT-7100M allows easy and convenient repeater operation by automatically activating the repeater shift function whenever you tune within a standard repeater sub-band. The ARS function is “i 5 reset at the factory to conform to the band-plans for the |, y f A Р у Р \ { 45.6 © ci country to which it is exported. ! N 45.000 The ARS function is enabled at the factory. To disable it: Press and hold the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to activate the “Menu” mode. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select Menu # 2 (ARS). Press the [BAND] key momentarily to enable changing of this Menu item. Rotate the Main Dial knob one click to change the display to “OFF.” Press and hold the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. ло В ое юг To enable the ARS function again, select “ON” in step 4 above. The ARS function can be set independently for each band. And if you need to change the default repeater shift (if the bandplan in your country should change, for example), the default shift may be changed via Menu #26 (see page 53). for free by 24 RadioAmateur-eu BT 7100M Operating Manual OPERATION TRANSMISSION Separate Transmit Frequency Memories All memory channels can store independent receive and transmit frequencies; this allows the radio to accommodate occasional non-standard offsets with greater frequency resolu- tion than is available using the “standard” shift feature. Here is the procedure for storing an “odd split” frequency pair into a memory. A full discus- sion of memory channel storage and recall is found in the “Memory Operation” section. l. First store the receive (repeater output) frequency. In the VFO mode, turn the transceiver to the desired receive frequency. Now, press and hold in the [V/M] key for 1/2 second. 2. Within five seconds of pressing the [V/M] key, use the Main Dial knob (or the microphone’s [UP]/[DWN] buttons) to select the memory channel number on which you Wish to store the frequency pair. 3. Now press and hold in the [V/M] key again, to store the receive frequency into the selected memory. 4. Next, store the transmit (repeater input) frequency. Since you are still in the VFO mode, Just tune the transceiver to the desired transmit frequency. 5. Now, press and hold in the [V/M] key for 1/2 second. 6. Within five seconds of pressing the [V/M] key, use the Main Dial knob (or the microphone's [UP]/[DWN] buttons) to select the same memory channel number as used in step 2 above. 7. Press and hold in the PTT switch, then press and hold in the [V/M] key for 1/2 second while holding the PTT switch. This will not cause transmission, but rather it will instruct the transceiver that you are programming a separate transmit frequency into a memory. When an “odd split” memory is recalled, when you press the PTT switch you will observe the display changing to indicate the repeater's uplink fre- “i 5 aa quency. Note also that the display shows the “8 63” iconon |, y ui 6 8 JIRA . ne ed “au | | Loy the display; this indicates that an “odd” (non-standard) shift |! UU ANN ; ® {46.000 has been stored on this channel. Standard Repeater Shifts If you may assign the “Repeater Shift” feature to one of the microphone’s programming buttons (such as [P1]), you may activate the “standard” repeater shift by pressing the programmable button assigned to this function. See page 43 for details regarding of the microphone button’s functions. for free by FT-7100M Operating Manual RadioAmateur.cu 25 OPERATION TRANSMISSION Tone Squelch System These systems allows silent monitoring until a call directed to you is received, and can offer listening privacy on an otherwise busy channel. O CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System): This system superimposes a con- tinuous, subaudible (low-frequency) tone on your transmitted audio. When decoded at the other station, this allows their squelch to open so as to receive your transmission. Some “closed” repeaters use this to limit access, or to prevent signals intended for other repeaters (with the same input frequency) in fringe areas from locking up the repeater. There are 50 selectable CTCSS tones. O DCS (Digital Code Squelch): DCS operation modulates a subaudible tone according to a digital protocol (continuous 32-bit synchronous code). DCS is widely used in the com- mercial land-mobile industry because of its superior performance, and its 104 unique codes offer greater tone selection than CTCSS. To use either CTCSS or DCS, both stations must be on the same operating frequency, and must have selected the same CTCSS tone or DCS code. Select and activate CTCSS or DCS operation 1. Pressing the [TONE] key to select the desired tone control mode from the following: O “ENC” (Encode) appears when the CTCSS tone gen- erator is activated for transmission only. 4 Mi 5 Ч L4 J O “ENC/DEC” (Encode & Decode) appears when the | ny 6 nan CTCSS tone squelch is activated for both TX & RX № Huy (only signals “encoded” with the matching tone will CTCSS Tone Generator open the squelch; your radio will remain silent other- wi) { wee O “&” (CTCSS Bell Paging) appears when CTCSS Bell À 446282 Paging is activated, as described in detail later. ^^ Huy O “DCS” (Digital Code Squelch) appears when Digital CTCSS Tone Squelch Code Squelch system (TX & RX) is active. O “OFF” (Tone or digital code system is disabled). A IY 5 Ч Ч J 2. Within three seconds of releasing the [TONE] key, use | ny 6 nn the Main Dial knob (or the microphone’s [UP] [DWN] LS uu buttons) to select the tone frequency (when “ENC,” CTCSS Bell Paging “ENC/DEC,” or “W” is activated) or DCS code (when “DCS” is activated). 3. Waita few seconds: the display will revert to its normal status, and your new CTCSS or DCS information will be saved. for free by 26 Radiofmateureu FT-7100M Operating Manual w — Le MO. 10 4456888 DSC Code Squelch TT WN OPERATION TRANSMISSION Tone Search Scanning In operating situations where you don’t know the CTCSS or DCS code being used by another station or stations, you can command the radio to listen to the incoming signal and scan in search of the tone being used. To scan for the tone in use: 1. Set the radio up for either CTCSS or DCS Decoder operation (see the previous discus- sion). In the case of CTCSS, “ENC/DEC” will appear on the display; in the case of DCS, “DCS” will appear on the display. 2. Press and hold the [BAND] key for 1/2 second, then rotate the Main Dial knob to select Menu # 30 (TSRCH) for CTCSS tone search or Menu # 9 (DCS S) for DCS code search. 3. Press the [BAND] key to start scanning for the incoming CTCSS or DCS tone/code. 4. When the radio detects the correct tone or code, it will halt on that tone/code, and audio will be allowed to pass. Press the [BAND] key to lock in that tone/code and exit to normal operation. CTCSS Bell Paging Bell Paging adds an alert ringer to CTCSS tone squelch operation, for added convenience. When you receive a call with a matching CTCSS tone, the ringer sounds to alert you to the presence of the incoming call. To activate CTCSS Bell operation, press the [TONE] key until “&#” appears on the display. As before, calls without a matching CTCSS tone will be ignored. Those with a matching tone will cause the transceiver to ring as the squelch opens while | the caller transmits. Note that other stations do not need to A "ui E Ч LIA U . ci have the CTCSS Bell function to call you; they can just use X YE AA № standard CTCSS encoding. An Huy When you reply to a CTCSS Bell call, you may want to turn off the Bell function, or else the transceiver will ring every time your squelch opens. You can store CTCSS Bell Paging as a “tone mode” in a memory, as you can do with different CTCSS/DCS tone and encode/decode status. 1750 Hz Tone Calling (European Versions) In the European versions of the FT-7100M, press the [P1] (MH-48a6.) or [ACC] (MH- 42B6Js) button on the microphone to transmit a 1750 Hz Burst Tone for repeater access. If you own a non-European version of the FT-7100M, but plan on visiting a country which requires a 1750 tone for repeater access, you may use menu #20 to set up the [P1] (MH- 48464) or [ACC] (MH-4286.s) button for ] 7 50 Hz Tone operation. See page 43 for details. or free by FT-7100M Operating Manual ">99 6mateur.cu 27 OPERATION TRANSMISSION DTMF Tone Generation (MH-48as only) The white keys (with numbers, letters, or the > /# characters printed on them) on the micro- phone may be used for manual sending of DTMF tones for autopatch or repeater control use. Just press the PTT switch, and hold it in, while pressing the desired keys. DTMF Autodialer Operation Sixteen DTMF Autodialer memories are available on the FT-71 00M. These DTMF Autodialer memories can store up to 16 digits of a telephone number for repeater autopatch or other use. To load DTMF Autodialer memories, use following procedure: L. Press and hold the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to activate the “Menu” mode. 2 Rotate the Main Dial knob to select Menu # 14 (DTMFW). 3. Press the [BAND] key momentarily to enable changing of this Menu item. 4. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select the DTMF Autodialer , . i memory channel number into which you wish store a tele- 7 DT ma с у phone number (“CH-01” ~ “CH-167). | Ad HM 5. Press the [BAND] key momentarily. \ L H-8 1 6. Use the Main Dial knob (or the microphone’s [UP]/ / [DWN] buttons) to select the first digits of the telephone DTMF Autodialer Memory number you wish to store. 7. When you have selected the correct digit, press the [LOW] key momentarily. 8. Now, use the Main Dial knob (or the microphone's [UP] [DWN] buttons) to select the second of 16 available dig- its in the current DTMF Autodialer memory. Press the [LOW] key momentarily. 9. Repeat this procedure for each digit in the telephone number. 10. If you mistake an error during programming, you may press the [REV] key momentarily as a backspace key. If you wish to erase all digits before the current one, press and hold in the [REV] key for 1/2 second. You may now press the [TONE] key momentarily to review your entry for accuracy. 11. When entry of all digits is complete, press the [BAND] key. This locks the DTMF string into the current register. 12. Use the Main Dial knob (or the microphone’s [UP]/[DWN] buttons) to select another DTMF Autodialer memory channel, and repeat the process described above, beginning in step 4. When you are done programming all desired DTMF Autodialer memory chan- nels, press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to exit to normal operation. DTMF Autodialer Memory Current Digit A A A | = Ki 1. Li 3 235, N Telephone Number 4 — for free by RadioAmateur.eu 28 FT-7100M Operating Manual OPERATION TRANSMISSION Tone Search Scanning In operating situations where you don’t know the CTCSS or DCS code being used by another station or stations, you can command the radio to listen to the incoming signal and scan in search of the tone being used. To scan for the tone in use: 1. Set the radio up for either CTCSS or DCS Decoder operation (see the previous discus- sion). In the case of CTCSS, “ENC/DEC” will appear on the display; in the case of DCS, “DCS” will appear on the display. 2. Press and hold the [BAND] key for 1/2 second, then rotate the Main Dial knob to select Menu # 30 (TSRCH) for CTCSS tone search or Menu # 9 (DCS S) for DCS code search. 3. Press the [BAND] key to start scanning for the incoming CTCSS or DCS tone/code. 4. When the radio detects the correct tone or code, it will halt on that tone/code, and audio will be allowed to pass. Press the [BAND] key to lock in that tone/code and exit to normal operation. CTCSS Bell Paging Bell Paging adds an alert ringer to CTCSS tone squelch operation, for added convenience. When you receive a call with a matching CTCSS tone, the ringer sounds to alert you to the presence of the incoming call. To activate CTCSS Bell operation, press the [TONE] key until “€” appears on the display. As before, calls without a matching CTCSS tone will be ignored. Those with a matching tone will cause the transceiver to ring as the squelch opens while “I | ÿ 5 | y the caller transmits. Note that other stations do not need to Ч Ч J have the CTCSS Bell function to call you; they can just use Ñ , № N WIC AMM standard CTCSS encoding. ® { 1.000 When you reply to a CTCSS Bell call, you may want to turn off the Bell function, or else the transceiver will ring every time your squelch opens. You can store CTCSS Bell Paging as a “tone mode” in a memory, as you can do with different CTCSS/DCS tone and encode/decode status. 1750 Hz Tone Calling (European Versions) In the European versions of the FT-7100M, press the [P1] (MH-4846J) or [ACC] (MH- 4286s) button on the microphone to transmit a 1750 Hz Burst Tone for repeater access. If you own a non-European version of the FT-7100M, but plan on visiting a country which requires a 1750 tone for repeater access, you may use menu #20 to set up the [P1] (MH- 4816.) or [ACC] (MH-4286.5) button for 1750 Hz Tone operation. See page 43 for details. for free by FT-7100M Operating Manual *2<ionmateur.eu 27 OPERATION TRANSMISSION Transmitter Time-Out Timer (TOT) The “Time-Out Timer” (TOT) feature is designed to force the transceiver into the “receive” mode after a preset time period of continuous transmission (the default is 6 minutes). This feature prevents your transceiver from transmitting a “dead carrier” for a long period of time in the event that the microphone PTT switch is accidentally locked in the “TX” condition. The Time-Out Timer’s “switch-to-receive” time may be adjusted, in one minute increments, for any period between 1 and 30 minutes. To change the default (6 minutes) time setting: Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to activate the “Menu” mode. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select Menu # 31 (ТОТ). Press the [BAND] key momentarily to enable changing of this Menu item. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select the desired time interval (between 1 and 60 minutes, or “OFF.” 5. Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. = When the TOT feature is activated, “E” appears at the bottom of the display, and a timer starts every time you press the PTT switch. About a minute before the selected time-out period has expired (during transmission), “ @” will begin blinking. Then, if you continue pressing the PTT switch until the selected TOT time interval, transmission will case, and you will hear the alert beeper sound until you release the PTT switch. for free by RadioAmateur.eu 30 FT-7100M Operating Manual MEMORY OPERATION MEMORY STORAGE Select the desired frequency, while operating in the VFO mode. Be sure to set up any CTCSS or DCS tones as well as any desired repeater offset. The power level may also be set at this time, if you wish to store it at a particular level of interest. Press and hold in the [V/M] key for 1/2 second. Memory Channel Number Within the three seconds of releasing the [VIM] key, use the Main Dial knob (or the microphone's [UP]/[DWN] in en 16. 160 buttons) to select the desired memory channel. The memory у channel number will blinking on the LCD. Ñ 1D.000 To attach an alpha/numeric name (label) to the memory, press the [V/M] key momen- tarily; otherwise press and hold in the [VIM] key for 1/2 second to save the entry and exit. To label a memory with an alpha/numeric name, use the Main Dial knob (or the microphone’s [UP|/[DWN] buttons) to select any of the 80 available characters (includ- ing letters, numbers, and special symbols). When the desired first character appears, press the [LOW] key momentarily to move on to the next character. Select succeeding characters in the same manner, pressing the [LOW] key momentarily after each selection. You may move to the back character by pressing the [BAND] key momentarily. Press and hold the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to erase the charactors at the right. After entering the entire name (five characters maximum for upper display filed, six for lower field), press and hold in the [V/M] key for 1/2 second to save all data for the channel and exit. Storing Independent Transmit Frequencies (“Odd Splits”) All memories can store an independent transmit frequency, for operation on repeaters with non-standard shifts. Both frequencies must be inside the same amateur band. To do this: 1. Store the receiving frequency (and label the channel with an alpha/numeric name, if desired) using the method already described under “Memory Storage” (it does not matter if a repeater offset is active). Tune to the desired transmit frequency, then press and hold in the [VIM] key for 1/2 second. Within the three seconds of releasing the [VIM] key, rotate the Main Dial knob (or press the microphone’s LUP]/[DWN] buttons) to select the same memory channel number as used in step 1 above. Press and hold in the PTT switch; while holding it in, press and hold in the [V/M] key for 1/2 second once more (this does not key the transmitter). for free by FT-7100M Operating Man ua PedioAmateur.eu 31 MEMORY OPERATION RECALLING MEMORIES From the VFO mode, momentarily press the [VIM] key to activate the “Memory” mode. When more than one memory has been stored, use the Main Dial knob to select a memory for operation. Alternatively, the microphone’s [UP ]/[DWN] buttons may be used to select or scan through the available memories. When using the microphone’s [UP}/[DWN] buttons, press the button momentarily to move one step up or down; press and hold the [UP] or [DWN] button for 1/2 second to begin memory scanning. “MO0CO 146.288 “Odd Split” memory stored transmit and receive frequencies, the “69 E ” indica- When you recall a memory which contains independently- À 5 tored transmit and rece A tion will appear in the display. я If you recall a memory which includes an alpha/numeric name, press and hold in the [LOW] key for 1/2 second to display the alpha/numeric tag. Repeatedly pressing and holding in A 13 Fi ti the [LOW] key will toggle operation between the “Fre- LL. quency” display and “Tag” display options. N UNE DD To return to the VFO mode, just press the [V/M] key again. “Tag” Display Direct Keypad Memory Recall (Requires MH-48a6.) The desired memory channel may be recalled directly from the microphone’s keypad. To recall a memory channel from the keypad, just press the digits on the keypad in the proper sequence, followed by the [>*] key. Example: To recall memory channel #5, press [5] > [x]. To recall memory channel 4100, press [1] > [0] > [0] > [*]. for free by RadioAmateur.eu 32 FT-7100M Operating Manual MEMORY OPERATION RECALLING MEMORIES Memory Offset Tuning Once you have recalled a particular memory channel, you may easily tune off that channel, as though you were in the “VFO” mode. 1. With the FT-7100M in the “MR” (Memory Recall) mode, select the desired memory channel. 2. Now press the [MHz] key momentarily; the “{ZE@” icon will appear on the display. 3. Rotate the Main Dial knob (or press the microphone’s - [UP]/[DWN] buttons), as desired, to tune to a new fre- M.” ne On quency. The synthesizer steps selected for VFO opera- \ tia ¡Ja tion on the current band will be the steps used during | ® buda Memory Tuning. 4. If you wish to return to the original memory frequency, press the [V/M] key momentarily. The “078” icon will disappear. 5. If you wish to store the new frequency set during Memory Tuning, just press and hold in the [V/M] key for 1/2 second, select a new memory (if desired), then press and hold in the [V/M] key for 1/2 second again. MASKING A MEMORY There may be situations where you want to “Mask” memories so they are not visible during memory selection or scanning. For example, several memories used only in a city you visit infrequently may be stored, then “Masked” until you visit that city, at which time you can “Unmask” them for normal use. I. Press and hold the [V/M] key for 1/2 second. 2. Rotate the Main Dial knob (or press the microphone's [UP][DWN] buttons) to select the memory channel to be “Masked” from view. 3. Press the [REV] key momentarily. The display will revert to memory channel #1, and the previously-selected memory will now be “Masked.” 4. To unmask the hidden memory, repeat the above procedure: press and hold in the [V/M] key for 1/2 second, select the masked memory’s number, then press the [REV] key mo- mentarily to restore the memory channel's data. If you over-write a “masked” memory channel, the original contents of the memory will be lost. for free by FT-7100M Operating Manual *<ionmateur.eu 33 MEMORY OPERATION TRANSFERRING MEMORY CHANNELS There are 262 programmable memory channels in the FT-71 OOM. These consist of 120 regular memories and 11 special-purpose memories (L1 - L5, Ul - US, and HOME) for each band. However, if you need more memories on a particular band, you can transfer (regular) memories from one group to another, as needed (such as VHF: 190 channels, UHF: 50 chan- nels). To transfer memory channels from one band to the other: |. Press and hold in the [BAND] key while turning the trans- . VHF Memory Channel ceiver on. \ 2. The display will show the present memory channel ratio. 7 N . . o Y, 1 0 FA Rotate the Main Dial knob to select the memory channel || y 1 JU ratio you need. A U 5 3. Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to save 7 UHF Memory Channel the new setting and exit to normal operation. AN Previously-stored channel data is lost when performing this procedure. Memory ONLY MoDE Once memory channel programming has been completed, you may place the radio in a “Memory Only” mode, whereby VFO operation is impossible. This may be particularly use- ful during public-service events where a number of operators may be using the radio for first time, and ultimate simplicity of channel selection is desired. To place the radio into the Memory Only mode, turn the radio off. Now press and hold in the [V/M] key while turning the radio on. To return to normal operation, repeat the above power-on procedure. for free by " RadioAmateur.eu 34 FT-7100M Operating Manual SCANNING FEATURES SCANNING OPERATION The FT-7100M's microprocessor-based scanning feature allows quick scanning of the memory channels, or sweeping of a band, looking for activity. Before activating the scanner, make sure that the SQL control is set to silence the back- ground noise when no signal is present. If the noise 1s not squelched, the transceiver will “think” that it has found a signal, and will not scan. Scanning may be started or stopped with the microphone’s [UP] or [DWN] button. The following techniques are used for scanning: 1. Pressing and holding in either the [UP] or [DWN] button for 1/2 second in the VFO mode will cause upward or downward band scanning, respectively, to begin. Pressing and holding in either the [UP] or [DWN] button for 1/2 second in the Memory mode will cause memory channel scanning toward a higher- or lower-numbered memory channel, respectively. Scanning pauses when a signal opens the squelch, and the decimal point on the display will blink. You can choose one of two scan-resume modes (described below). To halt the scan manually, the easiest way is to push the PTT switch on the microphone momentarily (no transmission will occur while you are scanning). The scan may also be halted manually by pressing the microphone’s [UP]/[DWN] but- ton, or the front panel’s [VIM] key. Scan-Resume Options Two scan-resume modes are available on the FT-7100M: O Inthe BUSY mode, the scanner will remain stopped for as long as there is a carrier present on the channel; after the carrier drops at the end of the other station’s transmission, the scanner will resume. O In the TIME mode, the scanner will halt for five seconds only, after which scan- ning will resume (whether or not the other station is still transmitting). To change the scan-resume mode, use the following procedure: 1. Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to activate the “Menu” mode. 2. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select Menu # 25 (SCAN). 3. Press the [BAND] key momentarily to enable changing of this Menu item. 4. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select the desired scan-resume mode (BUSY a or TIME). Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. wn for free by FT-7100M Operating Manua¡*2sionmateur.eu 35 SCANNING FEATURES MEMORY SKIP SCANNING When you have some continuously-active channels in memories, you may wish to skip them for scanning, but still have them available for manual selection using the Main Dial. To mark a memory to be skipped during scanning, use the following procedure: 1. Recall the memory channel to be skipped. Note: Memory Channel “1” may not be skipped. 2. Press and hold in the [TONE] key for 1/2 second. A small “i “A” icon will appear to the bottom of the memory chan- A 13 * 4 tE AA appear to the Hott | | J “ius 160 nel number, indicating it is to be ignored during scanning. | 45002 3. To re-enable a “skipped” memory channel, repeat the = нее above procedure: recall the skipped memory channel using the Main Dial, then press and hold in the [TONE] key for 1/2 second to re-enable the channel. Temporary Memory Skip If the scanner repeatedly stops on a channel due to temporary noise or interference, you can temporarily mark it to be skipped (except for Memory Channel “1”). The channel will be skipped until you manually stop the scan (by pressing the PTT switch, for example). To skip a channel temporarily, press the [TONE] key momentarily while the scanner has stopped on the channel to be skipped. The scanner will instantaneously resume, and that channel will not be scanned during this scanning session. for free by RadioAmateur.eu 36 FT-7100M Operating Manual SCANNING FEATURES PROGRAMMABLE BAND-ScAN Limits This feature allows you to set sub-band limits for either scanning or manual VFO operation, For example, you might wish to set up a limit (in North America) of 144.300 MHz to 148.00 MHz so as to prevent encroachment into the SSB/CW “Weak Signal” portion of the band below 144.300 MHz. Here’s how to do this: 1. 2. Set the radio to the VFO mode by pressing the [V/M] key, if necessary. Using the techniques learned earlier, store (per above example) 144.300 MHz into Memory Channel “L1” (the “L” designates the Lower sub-band limit). Likewise, store 148.000 MHz into Memory Channel “U1” (the “U” designates the Upper sub-band limit). Switch to the Memory Recall mode by pressing the [V/IM] key once, then recall Memory Channel “L1” or “U1.” Press the [MHz] key momentarily; the “{Z@” icon will appear on the display. You may now rotate the Main Dial knob, or begin scanning by press and holding in the microphone’s [UP]/[DWN] button for 1/2 second. The transceiver will behave as though it is in the standard VFO mode, but operation will be restricted to the range between Memory channels “L1” and “U1.” Five pairs of Band Limit memories, labeled “L1/U1” through “L5/US,” are available. You therefore can set a number of operating sub-bands, if you like. for free by FT-7100M Operating ManuaRadionmateur.eu 37 SCANNING FEATURES PRIORITY CHANNEL OPERATION The. Priority function allows automatic checking for activity on a designated “Priority” Memory channel every five second while operating on the VFO, a HOME channel, or an- other Memory channel. VFO Priority 1. Recall the memory channel which you want to use as the “Priority” frequency. 2. Now set the FT-7100M for operation on any VFO frequency on the same band as the Priority frequency. 3. Press and hold in the [REV] key for 1/2 second to activate the VFO Priority mode; the “PRI” icon will appear on the display. The frequency display will remain on the VFO frequency, but every five seconds the FT-7100M will check the Priority Channel (desig- nated memory channel) for activity. 4. Press the [V/M] key to disable the VFO Priority mode and exit to the VFO mode. Memory Priority 1. Store the frequency you wish to use as the “Priority” channel into memory channel “1.” 2. Now set the FT-7100M for operation on another memory channel on the same band as the Priority channel . 3. Press and hold in the [REV] key for 1/2 second to activate the Memory Priority mode; the “PRI” icon will appear on the display. The frequency display will remain on the current memory channel frequency, but every five seconds the FT-7100M will check the Priority channel (memory channel “1”) for activity. 4. Press the [VIM] key to disable the Memory Priority mode and exit to the memory mode. HOME Priority 1. Recall the memory channel which you wish to use as the “priority” frequency. 2. Now set the FT-7100M for operation on the HOME channel that is on the same band as the selected HOME channel. 3. Press and hold in the [REV] key for 1/2 second to activate the HOME Priority mode; the “PRI” icon will appear on the display. The frequency display will remain on the HOME channel frequency, but every five seconds the FT-7100M will check the Priority channel (memory channel) for activity. 4. Press the [VIM] key to disable the HOME Priority mode and exit to the HOME channel. for free by 38 radehmateur FT.7100M Operating Manual SMART SEARCH The Smart Search feature may be used to load - automatically with no operator intervention - a special bank of up to 50 memory channels (per band) based on activity. Smart Search will sweep either the entire band or the portion of the band within the Programmable Band-Scan Limits, and will load the Smart Search memory bank with the frequency data pertaining to those channels on which activity is found. The channels are loaded in the order in which they are encountered, not according to signal strength or by ascending frequency. The Smart Search feature is especially useful when visiting a city for the first time, where you may be unfamiliar with the repeater frequencies used locally; Smart Search discovers where the local activity is to be found, and automatically loads those frequencies for you. Smart Search operation is simple to activate: 1. Press and hold in the [TONE] key for 1/2 second. 2. The Smart Search process will now cause the radio to scan upward on the current band, loading channels on which it encounters a signal strong enough to open the squelch. 3. When 50 channels are loaded or the scanner reaches the band edge, the scanner will stop and the transceiver will revert to the starting frequency. 4. To recall the Smart Search Memories just stored, rotate the Main Dial knob. 5. Press the [V/M] key momentarily to exit the Smart Search mode. Note that these memories are so-called “soft” memories; they will be lost if you exit Smart Search to a VFO/Memory, or if you initiate a new Smart Search. Smart Search also does not store CTCSS or DCS information; if you cannot access a repeater found during Smart Search, you may need to investigate possible access tones. for free by FT-7100M Operating Manu RadioAmateur.eu 39 ARTS: AUTO RANGE TRANSPONDER SYSTEM This system uses DCS signaling to inform you when you and another ARTS-equipped station are within communications range. Both stations must first select DCS operation using the same DCS code. Whenever you press the PTT switch, or every 30 seconds after ARTS is activated, your radio will transmit a (subaudible) DCS signal. If the other radio is in range, the beeper (if enabled) will sound and “ARTS IN” will appear on the display. Whether you talk or not, the radios will continue to poll each other every 30 seconds while ARTS is activated. You can also have your radio transmit your callsign via CW every ten minutes, to comply with identification requirements. If either station moves out range for more than one minute (two polls), your radio will sense that no signal has been received. A beep will sound, and the display will change to “ARTS OUT” (out of range). If you move back into range, your radio will again beep, and the display will change back “ARTS IN”. During ARTS operation, the microprocessor makes it impossible to change the operating frequency or other settings; you must first terminate ARTS to resume normal operation. This is a safety feature to prevent accidental loss of contact due to channel change, etc. Here is how to activate ARTS: Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to activate the “Menu” mode. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select Menu # 3 (ARTS). Press the [BAND] key momentarily to enable changing of this Menu item. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select the desired ARTS operating mode: “RANGE,” “ALL,” or “OFF.” The operating descriptions assume that both radios are set to “ALL.” 5. Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to save the new setting and exit. The display will now show “ARTS OUT.” After two pollings (one minute), if a response is not detected, “ARTS OUT” will appear continuously; otherwise “ARTS IN” will be displayed as long as both stations remain in range. 6. To cancel ARTS operation, select “OFF” in step 4 above. Sn N — for free by 40 RadioAmateur.cu FT-7100M Operating Manual ARTS: AUTO RANGE TRANSPONDER SYSTEM CW ID (Morse Identifier) Set up The ARTS feature includes a CW identifier, as mentioned previously. The radio can be instructed to send “DE (your callsign) K” in Morse code every nine minutes during ARTS operation. The callsign may contain up to 6 characters. Here's how to program the CW Ider: Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to activate the “Menu” mode. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select Menu # 6 (CWIDW). Press the [BAND] key momentarily to enable programming of your callsign. You will notice the first character’s entry slot blinking. While it is blinking, rotate the Main Dial knob to select the desired character, then press the [LOW] key to move on to the next character to the right. 5. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select the next number or letter, then press the [LOW] key to move on the next character. 6. You may move to the back character by pressing the [BAND] key momentarily. Press and hold the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to erase the charactors at the right. 7. When the callsign is complete, press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to save the CW ID entry and exit to normal operation. LN = To activate the CW Ider for use during ARTS operation: Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to activate the “Menu” mode. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select Menu #5 (CWID). Press the [BAND] key momentarily to enable changing of this Menu item. Rotate the Main Dial knob to change the display to “ON.” Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. 6. To disable the CW IDer, select “OFF” in step 4 above. in > 0 N — for free by FT-7100M Operating ManuaiRadiosmateur.eu 41 MISCELLANEOUS SETTINGS SuB-DisPLAY OPTIONS The Sub-Display can be set to one of four modes using the Menu. Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to activate the “Menu” mode. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select Menu #11 (DISP). Press the [BAND] key momentarily to enable changing of the Menu item. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select the new setting. The options include: DC IN: Displays and monitors the battery or DC power supply voltage. CW ID: Displays the CW ID (your call sign). FREQ: Displays the “sub” band frequency. OFF: Turns off the Sub-Display. Note: When this Menu selection 1s set to “OFF,” the sub band receiver will be disabled. 5. Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to save the new display configuration and exit to normal operation. о Y No AUTOMATIC POWER-OFF The “Automatic Power-Off” (APO) feature will turn the radio completely off after a user- defined period of PTT or key/button inactivity. If you do not press any front panel keys or buttons, do not rotate the Main Dial knob, do not use the microphone’s keys and buttons, do not transmit, and so long as the transceiver is not scanning or engaged in priority monitoring, the radio will shut itself off after the specified time period. This feature is useful in minimizing battery drain in a mobile installation if you forget to turn the transceiver off when you leave your vehicle. To activate the APO feature: 1. Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to activate the “Menu” mode. 2. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select Menu #1 (APQ). 3. Press the [BAND] key momentarily to enable changing of the Menu item. 4. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select the desired “switch-off” time (between 0.5 and 12 hours (0.5 hour steps), or OFF). | 5. Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to save the new APO setting and exit to normal operation. When the APO feature is activated, “99” appears at the left of the frequency on the display, and a timer starts every time you press a key. If you don’t press the any keys until about three minutes before the end of the selected power-down period, as long as you are not scanning or priority monitoring, “@®” will begin blinking and an alert beeper will sound. If you don’t press a key in the next three minutes, the transceiver will turn itself off. for free by 42 Padoémateur:e4 FT7100M Operating Manual MISCELLANEOUS SETTINGS PROGRAMMING THE MICROPHONE BUTTON FUNCTIONS Default FT-7100M button functions have been assigned (at the factory) to the microphone's buttons*. These may be changed by the user, if you wish to define another function for a particular button or buttons To change the assignment of a button’s function: 1. Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to activate the “Menu” mode. 2. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select the [Tar Ha Ta Menu item corresponding to the button | 20: ron, Pa button | aci bution to be assigned a function (20: PG P1, 5 С i E button Г button 21: РС Ре, 22: РС РЗ, ог 23: РС Р4). [| 23: PE PA [P4] button [P2] button 3. Press the [BAND] key momentarily to enable changing of the selected Menu item. 4. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select the function you wish to assign to the button you selected in the previous step. The available choices are: SQL OFF: Disables (opens) the Noise and Tone Squelch. TCALL: Activates 1750 Hz Tone Burst. RPTR: Selects Repeater Shift Direction. PRI: Activates Priority Channel monitoring, LOW: Selects Power Output Level. TONE: Selects CTCSS or DCS mode and tone/code. MHz: Enables selection of the “MHz” digit of the frequency. REV: Reverses Repeater Uplink/Downlink frequencies. HOME: Switches frequency to the “Home” channel. BAND: Selects “main” band of operation: VHF or UHF. VFO/MR: Switches frequency control between VFO and Memory. 5. Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to save the new setting(s) and exit to normal operation. *. MH-48acu: [P1], [P2], [P3], and [P4] buttons. MH-42863s: [ACC], [P], [P1], and [P2] buttons. for free by FT-7100M Operating Man ua RadioAmateur.eu | 43 MISCELLANEOUS SETTINGS DCS Cope INVERSION The DCS system was first introduced in the commercial LMR (Land Mobile Radio) service, Where it is now in widespread use. DCS uses a codeword consisting of a 23-bit frame, transmitted (subaudibly) at a data rate of 134.4 bps (bit/sec). Occasionally, signal inversion can result in the complement of a code being sent or received. This prevents the receiver squelch from opening with DCS enabled, as the decoded bit sequence would not match that selected for operation. Typical situations that might cause inversion to occur are: O Connection of an external receiver preamplifier. O Operating through a repeater. O Connection of an external linear amplifier. Note that code inversion does not mean that any of the above listed equipment is defective! In certain amplifier configurations, the output signal (phase) is inverted from the input. Small signal or power amplifiers having an odd number (1,3, 5, etc.) of amplification stages may. result in inversion of a transmitted or received DCS code. While under most circumstances this should not occur (amplifier designs and industry standards take this into account), if you find that your receiver squelch does not open when both you and the other station are using a common DCS code, you or the other station (but not both) can try the following; Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to activate the “Menu” mode. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select Menu #10 (DCSNR) Press the [BAND] key momentarily to enable changing of the Menu item. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select one of the following modes: TRX N: Encoder Normal; Decoder Normal ВХ В: Encoder Normal; Decoder Reverse (Inverted) TX RH: Encoder Reverse (Inverted); Decoder Normal TRX R: Encoder Reverse (Inverted); Decoder Reverse (Inverted) >. Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. E DY No for free by 44 RadioAmateur.eu FT-7100M Operating Manual MISCELLANEOUS SETTINGS EXTERNAL SPEAKER SELECTION You can select the audio output configuration for the speakers when an external speaker is connected to the EXT SP jack on the rear panel. To select the speaker to be used on a particular band: SV N — BAND A: BAND B: BOTH: OFF: Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to activate the “Menu” mode. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select Menu 428 (SPCNT). Press the [BAND] key momentarily to enable changing of this Menu item. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select the new setting. The options include: Directs VHF band audio to the external speaker, and UHF band audio to the internal speaker. During V-V operation (VHF) audio from the upper frequency display field on the LCD is sent to the external speaker, while (VHF) audio from the lower frequency display field on the LCD is sent to the internal speaker. Conversely, during U-U operation, upper-display-field UHF audio is sent to the internal speaker, and lower-display-field UHF audio is sent to the external speaker. Directs UHF band audio to the external speaker, and VHF band audio to the internal speaker. During V-V operation (VHF) audio from the upper frequency display field on the LCD is sent to the internal speaker, while (VHF) audio from the lower frequency display field on the LCD is sent to the external speaker. Conversely, during U-U operation, upper-display-field UHF audio is sent to the external speaker, and lower-display-field UHF audio is sent to the internal speaker. Outputs both VHF and UHF band audio from the external speaker, and turns off the internal speaker. Turns off the external speaker, and outputs both VHF and UHF band audio from the internal speaker. 5. Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to save the new configuration and exit to normal operation. Some or all transceiver settings can be reset to their factory-default states using one of the following power-on routines: for free by FT-7100M Operating Manu(**2dionmateur.eu 45 MICROPROCESSOR RESET PROCEDURES [J Reset for All Memories Press and hold in the [V/M] and [REV] keys while turning the transceiver on. (J Reset for Menu Settings (except following menu) Press and hold in the [LOW] and [REV] keys while turning the transceiver on. Menu #8 (DCS C), 19 (PCKT), 26 (SHIFT), 27 (STEP), 29 (TONEF) O CPU Master Reset for All Memories and Menu Settings Press and hold in the [V/M], [MHz], and [REV] keys while turning the transceiver on. for free.by 46 Radiofmeteure! FT-7100M Operating Manual CLONING You can transfer all data stored in one FT-7100M to another FT-7100M by utilizing the handy “Cloning” feature. This requires a user-constructed Cloning cable which connects the DATA jacks on the two transceivers, as shown below. 8 8 43.8VDC PKS GND To clone from one transceiver to another, use the following procedure: 1. Insert the Clone Cable into the DATA jack of each transceiver. 2. Turn both transceivers off, then press and hold in the [REV] and [TONE] keys (on each radio) while turning the power on again. | 3. On the “destination” radio, press the [REV] key. The “CLONE RX” indicator will appear on the display. 4. Now, on the “source” radio, press the [TONE] key. The “CLONE TX” indicator will appear on the display, and the cloning data transfer will immediately begin. 5. Ifthere is a problem during the cloning process, “ERROR” will be displayed. Check your cable connections, and try again. 6. If cloning was successful, the “CLONE RX” and “CLONE TX” indicator will disappear. 7. Turn both transceivers off, then remove the Clone Cable. Channel and operating data for both radios are now identical. They both may be turned on now for normal operation. - for free by FT-7100M Operating Manua *e<ionmateur.eu 47 MENU SYSTEM The FT-7100M’s Menu System allows a number of transceiver operating parameters to be custom-configured for your operating requirements. The Menu is easy to active and set, using the following basic procedure: I. Press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to activate the “Menu” mode. 2. Rotate the Main Dial knob to select the Menu item to be adjusted. 3. Press the [BAND] key momentarily to enable changing of the selected Menu item. 4. Rotate the Main Dial knob to adjust or select the desired parameter of the selected Menu item. 5. After completing your adjustment(s), press and hold in the [BAND] key for 1/2 second to save the new setting(s) and exit to normal operation. for free by 48 Radionmatcur.eu FT-7100M Operating Manual MENU SYSTEM Enables/disables the Autom atic Power Off featu re = re pe ion 3 ARTS Selects the AF Te mode _ RANGEALLIOFF _ E E о = N = SS S = I Eo Pont panel display $ illumina- Soie al cs e o E 33 7 | mc js elects the Microphone y pe lo be used — MH-42/MH-48 _ EC Setts the transceiver's circuitry for the 1200/0600 bps Packet baud rate to be used E Za SQL OFF, TCALL, RPTR, PRI, LOW, TONE, MHz, REV, HOME, BAND, VFO/MR | S-1/5-5/S-9/S-FULL/OFF 5-0/10.0/12. TO o 25.0/50. 0 KHz for free by FT-7100M Operating Manu E2<io8mateur.eu 49 Menu SYsTEm Menu SELECTION DETAILS Menu Item 1 [APO] Function: Enables/disables the Automatic Power Off feature. Available Values: 0.5 ~ 12.0 hours (0.5 hour steps), or OFF Default Setting: OFF Menu Item 2 [ARS] Function: Enables/disables the Automatic Repeater Shift function. Available Values: ON/OFF Default Setting: ON Note: This Menu item can be set independently for each band. Menu Item 3 [ARTS] Function: Selects the ARTS mode. Available Values: RANGE/ALL/OFF Default Setting: OFF Note: This Menu item can be set independently for each band. Menu Item 4 [BEEP] Function: Enables/disables the key/button beeper. Available Values: ON/OFF Default Setting: ON Menu Item 5 [CWID] Function: Enables/disables the CW IDer during ARTS operation. Available Values: ON/OFF Default Setting: OFF Menu Item 6 [CWIDW] Function: Programming a callsign into the CW IDer. Menu Item 7 [DIM] Function: Setting the front panel display's illumination level. Available Values: DIM1 ~ DIM7, or OFF Default Setting: DIM1 (Brightest illumination) for free by 50 Radiosmateur-<t FT-7100M Operating Manual MENU SYSTEM Menu SELECTION DETAILS Menu Item 8 [DCS C] Function: Setting the DCS code number. 023] 025] 026] 031] 032] 036] 043] 047] 051] 053 Available Values: 104 standard DCS codes 054 | 065 | 071 | 072| 073 | 074 | 114 | 115] 116] 122 Default Setting: 023 125 1131 | 132] 134 | 143] 145] 152] 155] 156] 162 165 | 172 | 174 | 205 | 212 | 223 | 225 | 226 | 243| 244 Note: This Menu item can be set indepen- 245 | 246 | 251 | 252 | 255 | 261 | 263| 265| 266| 271 dently for each band, and independently in 274 | 306 | 311 | 315 | 325 | 331 | 332| 343| 346| 351 each memory. 356 | 364 | 365 | 371 | 411 | 412] 413 423| 431] 432 Menu Item 9 [DCS SI 445 | 446 | 452 | 454 | 455 | 462 | 464 | 465| 466| 503 506 | 516 | 523 | 526 | 532 | 546 | 565] 606] 612] 624 Function: Activates the DCS Code Search 627 | 631 | 632 | 654 | 662 | 664 | 703] 7421 723] 731 Scanner. 7321734 | 743|754| - | - | - | -|—-]- Menu Item 10 [DCSNR] Function: Selects “Normal” or “Inverted” DCS coding. Available Values: TRX N/RX R/TX R/TRX R Default Setting: TRX N Note 1: This Menu item can be set independently for each band. Note 2: “N” is “normal,” “R” is “inverted.” Menu Item 11 [DISP] Function: Selects the “sub” band display format. Available Values: FREQ/OFF/DC IN/CW 1D Default Setting: FREQ FREQ: Displays the “sub” band frequency. OFF: No display. DC IN: Displays the DC supply voltage. CW ID: Displays the CW ID while the ATRS feature is activated. Note: When this Menu selection is set to “OFF,” the sub band receiver will be disabled. Menu Item 12 [DTMFD] Function: Setting the DTMF Autodialer delay time. Available Values: 50/250/450/750/1000 ms Default Setting: 450 ms Menu Item 13 [DTMFS] Function: Setting the DTMF Autodialer sending speed. Available Values: 50/75/100 ms Default Setting: 50 ms (High Speed) for free by FT-7100M Operating Manu RadioAmateur.eu | 51 MENU SYSTEM Menu SELECTION DETAILS Menu Item 14 [DTMFW] Function: Loading of DTMF Autodial memory register(s). Menu Item 15 [LOCK] Function: Enables/disables the key/button lock. Available Values: ON/OFF Default Setting: OFF Menu Item 16 [LOCKT] Function: Enables/disables the PTT switch lock. Available Values: BAND A/BAND B/BOTH/OFF Default Setting: OFF Note: “BAND A” is “VHF,” “BAND B” is “UHF.” Menu Item 17 [MIC] Function: Selects the Microphone type to be used. Available Values: MH-42/MH-48 Default Setting: Depends on transceiver version. Menu Item 18 [MUTE] Function: Reduces the audio level on the sub receiver when the main receiver is active. Available Values: AUTO/OFF Default Setting: OFF Menu Item 19 [PCKT] Function: Sets the transceiver’s circuitry for the Packet baud rate to be used. Available Values: 1200/9600 bps Default Setting: 1200 bps Note: This Menu item can be set independently for each band. Menu Item 20 [PG P1] Function: Programming the microphone’s [P1]/[ACC] button assignment. Available Values: SQL OFF, TCALL, RPTR, PRL, LOW, TONE, MHz, REV, HOME, BAND, VFO/MR Default Setting: USA version; BAND, European version; TCALL Note: [P1] button for MH-48a6., [ACC] button for MH-428esJ for free by 32 RadioAmateur.eu FT-7100M Operating Manual MENU SYSTEM Menu SELECTION DETAILS Menu Item 21 [PG P2] Function: Programming the microphone's [P2]/[P] button assignment. Available Values: SQL OFF, TCALL, RPTR, PRI, LOW, TONE, MHz, REV, HOME, BAND, VFO/MR Default Setting: VFO/MR Note: [P2] button for MH-48asJ, [P] button for MH-428esJ Menu Item 1 [PG P3] Function: Programming the microphone’s [P3)/[P1] button assignment. Available Values: SQL OFF, TCALL, RPTR, PRI, LOW, TONE, MHz, REV, HOME, BAND, VFO/MR Default Setting: TONE Note: [P3] button for MH-48asJ, [P1] button for MH-4286sJ Menu Item 23 [PG P4] Function: Programming the microphone's [P4]/[P2] button assignment. Available Values: SQL OFF, TCALL, RPTR, PRI, LOW, TONE, MHz, REV, HOME, BAND, VFO/MR Default Setting: LOW Note: [P4] button for MH-48a6u, [P2] button for MH-4286sJ Menu Item 24 [RFSQL] Function: Adjusts the RF SQL threshold level. Available Values: S-1/S-5/S-9/S-FULL/OFF Default Setting: OFF Note: This Menu item can be set independently for each band. Menu Item 25 [SCAN] Function: Selects the Scan-Resume mode. Available Values: BUSY/TIME Default Setting: BUSY Note: This Menu item can be set independently for each band. Menu Item 26 [SHIFT] Function: Sets the magnitude of the Repeater Shift. Available Values: 0.00 ~ 99.50 MHz (50 kHz step) Default Setting: Depends on transceiver version. Note: This Menu item can be set independently for each band. for free by FT-7100M Operating Manu(*2<io8mateur.cu 53 MENU SYSTEM Menu SELECTION DETAILS Menu Item 27 [STEP] Function: Setting the synthesizer steps. Available Values: 5.0/10.0/12.5/15.0/20.0/25.0/50.0 kHz Default Setting: Depends on transceiver version. Note: This Menu item can be set independently for each band. Menu Item 28 [SPCNT] Function: Defining the audio path to the external speaker (when used). Available Values: BAND A/BAND B/BOTH/OFF Default Setting: BOTH Note: BAND A: VHF Audio During V-V operatin, audio from “upper” VHF frequency on the LCD. During U-U operatin, audio from “lower” UHF frequency on the LCD. BAND B: UHF Audio During V-V operatin, audio from “lower” VHF frequency on the LCD. During U-U operatin, audio from “upper” UHF frequency on the LCD. BOTH: VHF and UHF audio are both routed to external speaker (internal speaker is off) OFF: All audio is routed to internal speaker (external speaker is off). Menu Item 29 [TONEF] Function: Setting the CTCSS Tone Frequency. 67.0 | 69.3 | 71.9! 744! 770] 797 Available Values: 50 Standard CTCSS Tones 82.5 | 854| 885| 915| 948) 974 Default Setting: 100 Hz 100.0 | 103.5 | 107.2 | 110.9 | 1148 | 1188 Note: This Menu item can be set independently | 129.0 | 127.3 | 131.8 | 136.5 [ 141.3 | 1462 for each band, and independently in each 1014] 1567 | 1598 | 1622 | 1655 | 167.9 > P y 171.3 | 173.8 | 177.3 | 1799 | 1835 | 1862 memory. 189.9 | 192.8 | 196.6 | 1995 | 2035 | 2065 Menu Item 30 [TSRCH] 210.7 | 218.1 | 225.7 | 2291 | 2336 | 2418 250.3 | 254.1 — - — — Function: Activates the CTCSS Tone Search Scanner. Menu Item 31 [TOT] Function: Sets the Time-Out Timer. Available Values: 1 ~ 30 minutes, or OFF Default Setting: 6 minutes for free by 54 RadioAmateur.eu “T-7100M Operating Manual MENU SYSTEM Menu SELECTION DETAILS Menu Item 32 [TXNAR] Function: Reducing the MIC Gain (and Deviation) Available Values: ON/OFF Default Setting: OFF (Normal Deviation) Note: This Menu item can be set independently for each band. Menu Item 33 [VFOTR] Function: Enables/disables the VFO Tracking feature. Available Values: ON/OFF Default Setting: OFF Menu Item 34 [AM] Function: Selects the receiving mode on the VHF band. Available Values: AUTO/INH/AM Default Setting: AUTO (AM in Aeronautical Bands, FM elsewhere) Downloaded by RadioAmateur.EU FT-7100M Operating Manual 55 ">

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