Yaesu Mark-V FT-1000MP Operating Manual
The YAESU Mark-V FT-1000MP is an advanced amateur transceiver with a multitude of operating features. It boasts dual VFO reception, adjustable power output up to 100 watts on all HF bands, and a new shuttle jog ring for fast, precise tuning. A colorful fluorescent display shows frequency and other important settings, while a multi-display meter assists in zeroing-in stations. The FT-1000MP also includes a built-in automatic antenna tuner, electronic CW keyer with iambic modes, and advanced receiver performance with selectable IF filters and EDSP noise reduction. You can explore its capabilities for various amateur radio activities like SSB, CW, RTTY, and packet communications.
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YAESU MUSEN CO., LTD. 1-20-2 Shimomaruko, Ota-Ku, Tokyo, 146, Japan YAESU U.S.A. 17210 Edwards Rd., Cerritos, CA 90703, U.S.A. YAESU INTERNATIONAL SALES, (Caribbean, Central & So. America) 7270 NW 12th St., Suite 320, Miami, FL 33126, U.S.A. YAESU EUROPE B.V. Snipweg 3, 1118DN Schiphol, The Netherlands tl YAESU UK LTD. U n i t 2, Maple Grove Business Centre, Lawrence Rd., Hounslow, Middlesex, TW4 6DR. U.K. YAESU GERMANY GmbH A m Kronberger Hang 2, D-65824 Schwalbach, Germany YAESU HK LTD. 11th Floor Tsim Sha Tsui Centre, 66 Mody Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui E a s t Kowloon, Hong Kong Table of Contents General Description Memory Features 7 Memory Structure Memory Programming Memory Checking Grouping Memories Memory Tuning QMB (Quick Memory Bank) Oper Speeifications Accessories & Options General Setup & AC Power Front Panel Controls Main Receiver Display Indications Scanning Features VFO Scanning Top Panel Access & Contro!~ Rear Panel Controls & Connectors Operat ion Receiving Reverse CW Sideband Tuning The FT-1000MP VFO Operation AM Synchronous Tuning General Coverage Reception PMS (Programmed Digital Modes wit RTTY and AMTOR wit 300-Baud Packet 1200-Baud FM Packet Dealing with Interference 38 Front End Selection 30 Wide Band & Tuned Amp Selection IPO (Intercept Point Optimization) AGC (Automatic Gain Control) Selection Noise Blanker Selection and Setting IF Bandwidth Selection 30 30 31 31 32 IF Width & Shift Control IF Notch Filter 33 Advanced Features EDSP TX Audio Enhancement RX Audio Enhancement Auto Multiple Notch Filter 34 Remote Control Operation Contest: Keyer Control VFB/R/lemary Control 35 User Gustamized Oper SSB Transmission 36 Optional DVS-2 Digital GW Transmission Keyer Operation AM & FM Transmission Carrier Point OMset Clarifier ( W x Offset Tuning) Offset Display Mode 38 Linear Amplifier Oper. & I! 38 46 48 41 42 Transverter Operation Transmitting Using Sub VFO B Dual Reception Headphone Adjustmenls Split Frequency Operation Diversity Reception 43 CAT System Computer Contro Menu Selection and Installing Internal Acce TGXO Units 2nd & 3rd IF Filters Lithium Battery Replacement Memory Backup Switch Tuning Knob Torque Adjustment BC Operatisn 99 108 101 101 102 103 General Bnformakion i General Description Congratulations on the purchase of your Yaesu amateur transceiver! Whether this is your first rig, or if Yaesu equipment is already the backbone of your station, rest assured that your transceiver will provide many hours of operating pleasure for years to come. We want you to feel that you are now a part of the Yaesu Team; after all, we also share the exciting hobby of amateur radio communications you do. In fact, Yaesu Musen's history in Amateur Radio goes back to 1959, being the first to introduce and manufacture quality, high-performance SSB transceivers for the amateur market. Yaesu Musen also manufactures a broad range of highquality commercial equipment that public services, businesses, and mariners depend on every day. Following the same tradition of excellence and innovation into the twenty-first century, Yaesu Musen paves the way, incorporating the latest microprocessor and RF technology in our communications equipment. Yaesu transceivers have scaled mountains, crossed storm-tossed oceans, and even orbited Earth. Some Yaesu equipment are legends in themselves, such as the classic TT-101, and the industry standard of excellence, the FT-1000D. Each Yaesu model is the result of extensive research, design, and development. Most Yaesu engineers are also licensed amateurs, and they design transceivers with operators in mind. The product of this combined effort is evident in Yaesu equipment's rugged construction, comfortable operation, and of course, high performance. But the eftort doesn't stop here. With the progression of amateur radio along with the hightechnology race, each transceiver incorporates a wealth of operating features to help you "keep up with the crowd." User-friendly controls and programming let you easily manage your new operating capabilities, with just a few simple keystrokes? Along with the philosophy that each Yaesu transceiver should serve you well into the future, Yaesu stands behind our products with a worldwide network of dealers and sewice centers. Feel free to contact us if you ever need technical advice or assistance. The FT-IBOOM$ is an advanced, state-of-theart amateur transceiver incorporating a multitude of new and advanced operating features providing competitive operation in all modes. The FTI OOOMP offers d u a l - V F O r e c e p t i o n a n d adjustable transmitter power output of up to 100 watts on all HF amateur radio bands (25 watts carrier in AM mode). A new evolution in tuning has begun with the new shuttle jog ring that allows large or small frequency excursions with a slight turn of the wrist - fast, precise tuning with no more tiresome cranking. Most of the transceiver's advanced features and settings are now viewed and selectable from within the menu programming system, which is easily recalled from the front panel - no more power-on sequences, DIP switch settings, or elaborate push-button combinations for your custom settings. Operating frequency and other important settings for both VFOs are viewed on a General information bright, colorful fluorescent discharge display. A multi-display meter features delayed "peak-hold" segments and a directional tuning meter to assist in zeroing-in stations, regardless of mode. The new expanded tuning scale lets you view relative clarifier offset or sub-incremental tuning (0.625-, 1.25, 2.5- or 5-kHz steps). Station size is kept to a minimum with the compact internal AC switched-mode power supply, built-in automatk antenna tuner and electronic CW keyer. The full-featured keyer has two iambic keying modes, a "bug" emulator, adjustable weighting and ACS (Automatic Character Spacing) circuit to improve your CW sending. Superb receiver performance is a result of direct lineage from the legendary FT-1000D. New technology Direct Digital Synthesizers (two 10-bit and three 8-bit) are used in the local oscillator (all driven by a single TCXO master oscillator), resulting in extremely fine tuning with thirteen selectable tuning steps down to 0.62%Hz. Select either flat or tuned front end RF amplification (using four FETs in a double push-pull, constant-gain stage), direct feed to the mixer with IPO (Intercept Point Optimization), and three levels of RF attenuation in 6-dB steps. Two VFOs allow simultaneous reception and display of two different frequencies, even in different modes and with different IF bandwidths. Receiver audio can be cor-npletely or partially mixed, or monitored separately in each ear. With independent bandwidth and mode selection for each receiver, plus an option for separate antennas, diversity reception is possible when both VFBs are tuned to the same frequency. To battle QRM, the FT-1000MP comes equipped with a formidable defense. Fine tailoring of the IF passband is made possible with individually-selected, cascaded 2nd & 3rd crystal filter banks. World-renowned Collins mechanical 500Hz CW filters are available as options for the Sub Receiver 2nd IF, and Main Receiver 3rd IF strip. An IF notch filter and concentric IF shift and width controls are also provided. The IF width circuit now allows continuously narrowing receiver passband by selectively moving either the upper or lower filter skirt just as much as needed to reduce QRM while still preserving valuable bandwidth. Yaesu's new EDSP (Enhanced Digital Signal Processing) system provides four random-noise reduction settings, selectable band pass filtering with adjustable low and high-cutoff skirts, and transmitted audio enhancement with four voice response equalization schemes. In addition, EDSP provides an automatic notch filter that identifies and attenuates heterodynes as they appear. Separate keys are also provided for band selection, and each band key accesses two subband VFO freq~ency/mode/filter settings Per band, so you can keep separate VFO settings for two different parts of the band, on all bands. In addition, 99 scannable memories are provided, each of which stares its own mode and IF filter selection, in addition to frequency, clarifier offset, and scan status. In addition, five quick-recall memories can instantly store operational settings at the push of a button. VFO, band, and memory scanning now have three scan resume modes and an auto-write feature that stores active channel in memories as they are found. The built-in automatic antenna tuner includes 39 memories of its own, automatically storing antenna matching settings for quick automatic recall later. Of course the front panel keypad can also be used to key in operating frequencies directly A user-customization key allows recalling preconfigured parameters for often-used operating setups, or unique operating modes such as FAX and SSTV. The special remote control jack allows push-button control of the full-featured programmable CW contest memory keyer, transceiver remote operation and direct frequency entry. CW enthusiasts can take advantage of the CW reverse sideband selection, and s h o w a v e Iisteners will enjoy the AM synchronous tuning mode. The Yaesu CAT system provides a direct link to the transceiver CPU for computer control and customization of tuning, scanning and other operating functions. The FT-I OOOMP now includes a built-in data level converter for direction connect to a personal computer serial port. Special options for the FT-1000MP include the TCXO-4/6 Temperature Compensated Crystal Oscillator modules and a wide selection of IF filters to complement the eight already installed as standard. External options include the DVS-2 Digital Voice Recorder and SP-8 External Loudspeaker with optional LL-7 Phone Patch module; the YH77STA Stereo Headset; and the M D - 1 0 0 ~ 8 ~ Desktop Microphone. Before connecting power, please read the Installation section carefully, heeding the warnings in that section to avoid damage to the set. After installation, please take time to work through the Operation chapter, referring to the Controls & Connectors chapter as necessary for details. Specifications General Receiver Rx frequency range: 100 kHz - 30 MHz Circuit type: quad-conversion superheterodyne (triple conversion for FM) Tx frequency ranges: 160 -1Om amateur bands only - Freq. Stability: < f 10 pprn (-10 +50°C) < 2 2.0 pprn (0" - +50°C) w/TCXO-4 < -t 0.5 pprn (0" - +50°C) wTTCX0-6 + Freq. Accuracy: 6 IfI 7 ppm (except FM, c 500 Hz) w/TCXO-4: < 1 2 pprn (FM 6 f 460 Hz) w/TCXO-6 6 f 0.5 pprn (FM c 500 Hz) Intermediate frequencies: Main Rx 70.455 MHz 8.215 MHz 455 kHz 47.21 MHz 455 kHz Sensitivity: + Operating temperature Range:(-10° - +50°C) Emission modes: LSB, USB, CW, FSK, AM, FM Frequency steps: 0.625/1.25/2.5/5/10 Hz for SSB, CW, RTTY & Packet; 100 Hz for AM and FM Antenna impedance: 50Q unbalanced Power consumption: Selectivity (-61-60 dB): Supply voltage: 100-1 25,200-234 VAC, 50160 Hz Button Modes ; : Minimum +dB BW Maximum -6QdBBW - -4.2 kHz Dimensions (WHD): 410 x 135 x 347 mm 2.4 kHz all except FM 2.2 kHz Weight (approx.): 15 kg. (33 Ibs) 2.0 kHz all exc. AM, FM -- 2.0--kHz 500 Hz CW, RTTY, Packet 500 Hz 1.8 kHz 250 Hz 700 Hz Transmitter Power output: adjustable up to 100 watts (25 watts AM carrier) -. AM (wide) - 3.6 -kHz - 14 kHz 8 kHz 19 kHz , Duty cycle: 108% @ 50 watts, 50% @ 100 watts (FM & RTTY, 3-minute Tx) Modulation types: SSB: J3E Balanced, filtered carrier AM: A3E Low-level (early stage) F3E Variable reactance FM: AFSK: J1 D, J2D Audio frequency shift keying Maximum FM deviation: +_ 2.5 kHz FSK shift frequencies: 170, 425, and 850 Hz Packet shift frequencies: 200, 1000 Hz Squelch sensitivity: 1.8 - 30 MHz (CW, SSB, AM): e 2.0 pb' 28 - 30 MHz (FM): c0.32 pV IF rejection (1.8 - 30 MHz): 80 dB or better (Main Rx) 60 dB or better (Sub Rx) Harmonic radiation: at least 50 dB below peak output Image rejection (1.8 - 30 MHz): 86 dB or better (Main) 50 dB or better (Sub) SSB carrier suppression: at least 40 dB below peak oldtput IF shift range: +I ,122 kHz Undesired sideband suppression: at least 50 dB below peak output > Dynamic Range: 108 dB (@ 50 kHz, 560-Hz BW, RF amp off) Audio response (SSB): not more than -6 dB from 400 to 2600 Hz 3rd-order IMD: -31 dB @ 100 watts PEP, or better Microphone impedance: 500 to 600 Q Max. audio output: 1.5 W into 4C2 with clOO/~ THD Audio output impedance: 4 to 8 C2 Specifications are subject to change, in the interest of technical improvement, without notice or obligation. (7) MIC This 8-pin jack accepts the M D - 1 0 0 ~ 8 or~MH31 88 Scanning I-land Microphone. MlC connector pinout is shown on page 4. Proper microphone input impedance is 500 - 600 Q. control, but the main receiver will be insensitive to weaker signals. This control also affects the SQL setting for main VFO-A, and should be preset fully clockwise when setting the squelch threshold for the VFO or on a recalled memory. (8) AF GAIN MAlN -@ SUB The inner MAIN gain control adjusts the audio volume of the MAlN receiver VFO in the speaker or headphones. The outer SUB gain control adjusts the audio volume of the SUB receiver VFO in the speaker or headphones. Both controls can be rotated to adjust the relative balance of receiver audio between the two receiver channels during dblal reception. (9) RF PWR This adjusts transmitter output power in all modes. The adjustment range is from approximately 5 100 watts, except in AM mode, where it is about 5 25 watts.This controls the carrier level for CW and AM transmission. Also, when the speech processor is used in the SSB modes, this control sets the processor level. In each case, the ALC function sf the meter should always be selected when setting this control, to avoid overdriving the transmitter final amplifier. - - (10) PROC This button enables the RF speech processor for SSB transmission. Processing level is set by the outer control with the same name. While activated, the LED in this button glows green. This orange button enables the transmit (RF) monitor in all modes (except CW, in which the monitor function is always on, to produce the sidetone). While activated, the LED in this button glows green. When activated by the MQNl button (above), the audio level of the transmit RF monitor during transmission (relative to the AF GAlN control) is adjusted by this control. This control sets the signal level threshold at which main VFO-A receiver audio is muted (and the green MAIN BUSY display indicator turns off), in all modes. This control is normally kept fully CCW, except when scanning and during FM operation. (15) METER Selector Switches These determine the function of the multifunction meter during transmission. The meanings of the abbreviations are as follows: ICISWR - Final amplifier collector current (Amps) and Standing Wave Ratio (f0rward:reflected). ALGICOMP - relative Automatic Level Control volt- age and RF speech compressor level (in dB, for SSB modes only). VCCfMIC - Final amplifier collector voltage and microhone gain input level. The meter indicates power output and the selected parameter during transmission, and signal strength in S-units during reception (on the main receiver). Each S-unit is approximately 6 dB. This inserts 6, 12, or 6 8 dB (1, 2, or 3 S-units) of attenuation before the mixer to suppress band noise and possible overload from very strong signals. (12) RF GAlN The RF gain control adjusts the receiver signal level in front of the main receiver 1st mixer (via PIN diodes), and also the gain of the main receiver IF amplifiers. It is normally set fully clockwise for maximum sensitivity. When rotated CCW, the S-meter minimum deflection point will move up the scale. The peak deflection for a particular signal will remain the same if it is greater than the level set by this page 10 Press this to set optimum receiver front end characteristics for strong signals. This bypasses the front end RF amplifier and feeds the received signals directly to the first mixer. R (18) ANT NB RX N B - pressing this selects either the ANTA or B jack on the rear panel, and allows convenient antenna switching at the press of a button. The ' \ General lnf~rmatiion Plug/Connector Pinout Diagrams MIC BAND DATA MIC TX GND MIC GND +5V P n DOWN GND BAND DATA C FAST as viewed from rear panel as viewed from front panel PACKET VOICE OUT DATA OUT PTT CNTL 2 GND as viewed from rear panel as viewed from rear panel CAT JACK ' j ! 8000 00000 GND NIA GND SHIFT SI SO NIA as viewed from rear panel as viewed from rear panel PHONE Internal Keyer 114" JACK (A) DOT MAlN SUB GND External Electronic KEY NC Keyer* GAD 3.5 mm JACK (B) "do not use 2-conductor type plug EXT SPKR AF OUT RCA PLUG SIGNAL or (+) MAlN SUB GND / GND or (-) General informafion Accessories & Options Options T W - 4 f l C X O - 6 High-Stability Master Reference Oscillators F Q ~special applications and environments where extra frequency stability is essential, such as for long-term HF packet monitoring under wide temperature variations, the TCXO-4 provides k2.0-ppm stability, and the TCXO-6 provides k0.5-ppm stability from 0 to +50°C for the master reference oscillator. MD- 100nsx DeskTop Microphone Designed especially to match the electrical and cosmetic features of the FT-1OOOMP, the MD1 0 0 ~ 8has ~ 600-Q impedance, and includes upldown scanning ring and a large PPT switch with latch. SP-8 Loudspeaker with Audio Filters and LL-7 Phone Patch Option Selectable audio high- and lowpass filters together with a large loudspeaker complement the superb audio characteristics of the FT-1000MP with your choice of I 2 different audio filtering combinations. Two input terminals are provided for multiple transceivers, with a front panel switch to select between them. A (monaural) phone jack is provided on the front panel to take advantage of the audio filters with headphones. With the optional LL-7 Phone Patch Unit installed in the SP-8, the FT-1000MP can be patched to the public telephone network. The LL-7 includes a hybrid transformer circuit to assure proper impedance matches, and front panel gain controls and level meter to set proper audio levels on the telephone line. YW77STA Lightweight Stereo Headphones Dual samarium-cobalt transducers with sensitivity of 103dBImW (-dB, @ 1 kHz, 35Q) provide the perfect match for the FT-1000MP. During dual receive with the YH-77STA, one receiver can be monitored in each ear, allowing easy separation of the signals from the two receivers (or the audio can be mixed, if desired). General Inf~rmatiors DVS-2 Digital Voice Recorder Serving as either a continuous receiver recorder for instant pushbutton playback, or microphone audio recorder for multiple on-air playback, the DVS-2 applies the advantages of random-access solid-state digital memory to serious communications. All data is stored electronically, with no moving parts except your finger and the pushbutton. More information is on page 64. IF Crystal Filter Options Five optional crystal filters may be installed in the Main Receiver of the FT-1000MP, and N o in the Sub Receiver. Optional Main Receiver Filters 8.2 MHz (2nd IF) YF-114SN 2.0-kHz BW (for all modes except FM) YF-114CN 250-Hz BW (for all except AM & FM) 455 kHz (3rd IF) \IF-1 1OSN 2.0-kHz BW (for all modes except FM) YF-11563 Collins Mechanical Filter 500-W~ BW (for CW & RTTY) YF-1 IOGN 250-Hz BW (for GW only) Optional Sub Receiver Filter 455 kHz (2nd IF) YF-1156 Collins Mechanical Filter 500-Hz BW (for CW & RTTY) General information General Setup i Inspect the transceiver upon opening the packing carton. Check that all controls and switches work freely, and inspect the cabinet for any damage. Ensure the accessory fuses and plugs pictured an page 4 are included. If any damage is fokand, document it completely, and contact the shipping company (or dealer, if you purchased it over-the-counter) right away. Save the packing materials in case you need to return the set for sehice. If you have purchased optional internal accessories separately, install them as described sn page 99. Power Connection The FT-1000MP can operate from DC voltage, or, if the internal switching PS is installed, directly from the AC mains. For 13.5 V DC operation, see the instructions on page 103. Before connecting AC power, check the label ore the rear panel which indicates the AC mains voltage for which your transceiver is currently set. If the voltage on this label does not match your AC mains voltage, a switch on the internal power supply in the transceiver must be moved, and the fuse must be changed. This requires only a screwdriver and is not difficult (see below), but ysln should make sure the power supply is set up correctly before connecting power. If you have any doubts about the procedure, contact your dealer for assistance. We also recommend that you open the fuse holder on the rear panel, and check that the fuse is correct for your mains voltage: AC Mains Voltage AC Fuse Rating After making certain the AC voltage for which the transceiver is set matches your mains voltage, and that the correct fuse is installed in the fuseholder, connect the AC power cord to the 3-pin AC jack on the rear panel. Wait until all other transceiver interconnections have been made before connecting the other end of the power cord to the wall outlet . Changing the Power Supply for Different AC Voltages 0Make certain that all cable's are disconnected from the transceiver. O Remove the three screws from each side of the transceiver, and three from the top edge of the rear panel. Remove the top cover. Locate the power supply unit and the voltage selector switch, and move it to the appropriate mains voltage for your country (either 230V or 115V) C)Replace the top cover and its nine screws. Power Supp AC Mains Se General /nforma$Fion Transceiver Location Antenna Considerabfons To assure long life of the components, a primary eonsideratjort in setting up the FT-1000MP is providing for adequate ventilation around the cabinet, The cooling system of the FT-f 008MP must be free $0 draw coo! air in at %helower rear of the transceiver, and to expel warm air out of the upper rear panel, Do not place the transceiver on top of anather heat-generating device such as a linear amplifier, and do not place equipment, books or papers on top of the transceiver. Also, provde a Few centimeters s% space on either side of the Iralgsceiver, if possible, Avoid heating vents and window locatirans that could expose the transceiver to excessive direct sunlight, especially in hat climates. Any antennas connected to the FT-1000MP should have coaxial feedlines with 50-a impedance, and include a well-grounded lightning arrestor. For the antenna connected to the main ANT A or B jack, the automatic antenna tuner in the FT-IQOOMPis capable of matching antennas with an SVVW of up to 3:1 or more on the amateur bands to the transmitter. Nevertheless, optimum pedormance for both reception and transmission will generally result with an antenna designed to provide a 50-Q unbalanced resistive load at the operating frequency. An antenna that is not designed for resonance at the operating frequency may present too high an SWR to allow proper matching with the built-in antenna tuner, in which case the antenna itself should be readjusted, or an outboard antenna tuner used. Grounding For protection from shack and proper perform anee, connect the GND terminal on the rear panel to a good earth ground, using a heavy braided cable of the shortest length possible. All other station equipment should be connected to the same grounding cable, as close together as practical. if you use a compukr with or near the FT-1OQOM&qyou may need to experiment with ground wiring to sugspress computer noise in the receiver, and ground loops during transmission. Adjusting the Frant Feet The two front feet of the FT-1OOOMP can be set in either of two positions. By turning the knurled ring around a (retracted) foot clockwise, the middle of the foot will extend about one centimeter, Turn the ring as far as it will go (about 'I4-turn) to lock the extended foot in place. Ps retract an extended fool, turn the knurled r i g cgunterclockwise '/4-turn while pressing on the center of the foot. If the tuner is unable to bring the SWR down to an acceptable level, attempting to transmit will result in an automatic reduction in power output and increased losses in the feedline. Operation under such conditions is not recommended: it is better to install another antenna designed for that band. Also, if your antenna has a balanced feedpoint and you use a balanced feedline, install a balun between the feedline and the ANTAOr B jack of the transceiver. The same precautions apply to any additional (receive-only) antennas connected to the RX ANT jack, except that neither of these antennas will have the benefit of the built-in antenna tuner. Therefore, unless such receive-snly antennas have an impedance near 50 Q at the operating frequency, you may need to install an external antenna tuner to obtain optimum performance. Memory Backup The lithium memory BACKUP switch on the rear panel is turned on at the factory, allowing VFO and memory data to be retained while power is OM. Backup current is miniscule, so it is not necessary to turn the BACKUP switch off unless the transceiver is to be stored for an extended period. After five or more years of operation the transceiver may fail to retain memories, at which time the lithium battery should be replaced. Contact your dealer for replacement of the battery, or for instructions on how to do so yourself, see page -4 n-4 Adjustiklg the Front Feet IV i. General lnformation Front Panel Controls This chapter describes each control and connector on the FT-1000MP. You can just glance through it quickly now, but some of the descriptims will be more meaningful if you take the time to read them in detail now. If questions arise later proceeding through the 'peration you can return to this chapter with the set powered up for control knob clarification. Some controls and switches are disabled under certain conditions. , (1) POWER This button turns the transceiver on and off. ; (2) MOX & vox Pushbutton Switches MOX may be used in place of a microphone PTT switch or CW key to activate the transmitter, when depressed. It must be in the undepressed positisn for reception. VOX enables automatic voice-actuated transmitter switching in SSB, AM and FM modes, and "semi-break-in" keying in CW mode. The controls affecting VOX operation are located in the top access panel. : (3) AGC Selector Selects main receiver Automatic Gain Control decay time for most comfortable reception, or disables receiver AGC (off). Normally this switch is set to the AUTO position. Strong signals will cause distortion if this selector is set to OFF. (4) . - PHONES A 114 inch and 3.5 mm, 3-contact jack accept either monaural or stereo headphones with a 2- or 3-contact plug. When a plug is inserted, the loudWith stereo headphones speaker is such as the optional YHm77STA,you can monitor both receiver channels at the same time during dual reception. In this case, the headphone HP controls (page18) beneath the top access panel adjust levels mixed, separate or monaural headphone operation. (5) KEY This 114-inch, 3-contact jack accepts a CW key or keyer paddles (for the built-in electronic keyer), or output from an external electronic keyer. You cannot use a 2-contact plug in this jack. Pinout is shown on page 4. Key up voltage is 5 V, and key down current is 0.5 mA. There is another jack with the same name, connected in parallel with this jack, on the rear panel. (6) MIC -3 PROC The inner MIC control adjusts the microphone input level for (non-processed) SSB and AM transmission. The outer PROC control sets the compression (input) level of the transmitter RF speech processor in SSB modes, when activated by the button with the same name. General lnformafiors antenna jack is also indicated at the top of the display (above the channel group number). RX - normally, the antenna connected to the AM-$ A or B jack is used for receive (and always used for transmit). When this switch is pressed (display -indicator on), an antenna connected to the RX ANT is used during receive. (19) BANDWIDTH (A) Selectivity Indicators - these light to show the selected filter configurationlcombinations for the 2nd and 3rd IF. (B) 8.215 and 455 - pressing these select either the 2nd IF filter bank (8.215 MHz) or 3rd IF filter bank (455 kHz) for individual filter selection within that bank. (C) 250, 500, 2.OK, 2.4K, and 6.OK These five momentary buttons select the 2nd and 3rd IF filters for the receiver (except in the FM made). In AM mode, either 2.4-kHz or &kHz bandwidth is selected by pressing the 2.4K or 6.OK button. The selectivity provided by these selections can be further enhanced by installing optiorla! filters (page 100). See the diagram on page 32 for the available filter combinations. Note - The Sub Receiver use a double-conversion circuit with 47.21 MHz and 455 kHz intermediate frequencies. Both 6.0 K and 2.4 K filters are selected automatically according to mode, and with the optional 500-Hz Collins mechanical filter (Yaesu PIN YF-115C) installed and enablled via menu programming, it can be selected for CW operation. General lni(orma%isn Front Panel Controls 27 HF TRANSCEIVER 1 (20) Mode Selection (24) LOCK These momentary buttons select the operating mode, indicated by the LED in each button. Pressing AM, cw, RTTY, or PKT multiple times will switch between the alternate operating features that can be used by these modes (covered later). This button toggles locking of the main tuning knob to prevent accidental frequency changes. LOCK is displayed in a red box below and to the left of the main frequency when active (the knob can still be turned: but it does nothing). Press again to enable the tuning knob. (21) USER This button activates the user-programmed custom function setting (explained in detail on Page 63)' When activated, the LED inside this button glows green. (22) FAST For fast tuning, press and hold this button while rotating the main or sub tuning knobs or pressing the UP or DOWN button to increase the tuning rate ten times. See the table on page 25 for all available steps. (23) Main VFO-A Knob & Shuttle Jog The large knob adjusts the operating frequency of Main VFO-A or a recalled memory. Tuning increments are normally 10 Hz (100 Hz in AM and FM modes). When the FAST button is held, the increments are IOx these sizes. The outer concentric shuttle jog allows fine or rapid frequency excursions with just a slight turn of your hand. Rotating the ring slightly to either the left or right tunes up or down a few steps. The tuning rate increases the farther the ring is rotated. page 12 (25) AF REV Pressing this reverses the mainlsub receiver audio adjusted using the MAIN + SUB knobs on the AF GAIN control. When activated, the LED inside this button glows green. (26) DOWN & UP Pressing either of these buttons momentarily steps the operating frequency down or up 100 kHz, respectively. Pressing and holding the FAST button while pressing one of these buttons steps down or up 1 MHz. Continue holding either button for repeated stepping. (27) MAIN VFO-A RX & TX Switch-LED These combination lamp-switches select and indicate the transmitlreceive status of the main tuning knob and display. When the green RX lamp is lit, the receiving frequency is under contml of the main knob and display (either VFO-A or a recalled memory channel). When the red TX lamp is lit, the transmitting frequency is under control of the main knob and display. g HF TRANSCEIVER \ I BAND This button exchanges the contents of Main VFO-A (or a recalled memory channel), and Sub VFO-B. No data is lost. SPLIT This activates split frequency operation between the main display (either Main VFO-A or a recalled memory channel), used for transmission, and Sub VFO-B, for reception. The on the display is lit while this function is active. M CK (Memory Check) This button toggles main receiver operation between the memory channel and the main VFO (A), Either vF0, MEM, or M TUNE is displayed to the left of the main frequency display to indicate the current selection. If a displayed memory has been retuned, pressing this button returns the display to the original memory contents, and pressing it again returns operation to the Main VFO. Pressing this button momentarily displays the contents of the currently-selected memory channel for three seconds. Holding this button for 'I2second copies the data from the currently selected memory to the Main VFO (A), as two beeps sound. Previous data in the Main VFO is ovewritten. (30) aMB RECALL - recalls one of up to five Quick Memory Bank memories for operation. STORE - pressing this copies operating paran~etersinto consecutive QMB Memories. (31) DUAL This button activates dual-channel reception with the main and sub receivers. When this function is active, DUAL is displayed in a box at the left edge of the display. (32)VFO & Memory Control A-B This button transfers data from the main display (either Main VFO-A or a recalled memory channel) to Sub VFO-B, overwriting any previous contents in the Sub VFO. Use this key to set both Main and Sub Receivers to the same frequency and mode. This displays the contents of memory channels without disturbing operation. When pressed, is displayed above the channel number and each memory channel can then be checked on the Sub Receiver display by rotating the MEM selector. Empty memory channels display as two decimals, with no frequency digits. Press this button again to cancel memory checking. Pressing and holding this for 'I2second copies the current operating data from Main VFO-A, or a recalled memory, to the currently selected memory channel, overwriting any previous data stored there. Also, pressing and holding this button after recalling a memory, without first retuning, causes the memory channel to be "blanked," and repeating the process restores the blanked memory. RPT For 29 MHz FM operation, this button activates standard HF FM repeater offset. Pressing RPB once or twice while receiving causes the transmit frequency to be shifted 100 kHz below or above the receiving frequency, respectively. A selectable CTCSS subaudible tone is also transmitted automatically when using this feature, to allow access to repeaters that require it. Pressing RPT a third time cancels repeater shift operation. (33) BAND (Keypad) The keypad provides one-touch band selection, or digital frequency entry. Normally, pressing one of the ten white numbered keys selects the corresponding (MHz) amateur band for operation (and pressing the SUB button first and then another key selects the band for the Sub VFO). However, if the ENT key is pressed first, the yellow labels on the keys become effective, for entering any frequency one digit at a time. If you press the white numbered key for the band your are already on, you will select the alternate subband VFO on that band. See the Operation chapter for details. page 13 Front Pane i EDSP COKTOVR+NR @ / B -C D I RX TX CLEAR (34) SUB VFO-B RX & TX LEDs (38) C W and Electronic Keyer Controls These lamps select and indicate the current status of SUB VFO-B. When the green RX lamp is lit, the receiving frequency is under control of SUB VFO-B. When the red "h% lamp is lit, the transmitting frequency is under control of SUB VFO-8. During dual receive operation, the green RX lamps above both tuning knobs are lit. 'SPOT turns the CW receiver spotting heterodyne oscillator on and off. BK-IN turns full break-in (QSK) CW operation on and off. KEVER toggles (35) SUB VFO-B Tuning Knob This knob adjusts the SUB VFO-B operating frequency. Tuning increments are the same as described for the main tuning knob. (36) LOCK the internal CW keyer onloff, as indicated by the LED above this button.The SPEED control is for speed adjustment of the keyerlbug simulator. (39) PITCH Control Rotate this to select your desired CW tone pitch (from 300-1050 Hz, in 50 Hz increments), as shown in the display. The Tx sidetone, receiver IF passband, and display offset from the BFO (carrier) frequency are all affected. (40) CLAR Pushbuttons (37) sue so^ Pressing the RX button activates the CLAR knob, to allow offsetting the receiving frequency temporarily (see item 41 below). The TX button provides the same function for the transmit frequency. If both buttons are pressed, the receiver and transmitter are both offset from the original frequency. Pressing the CLEAR button zeroes any offset tuned by the CLAW knob. Each memory and VFO retains all clarifier settings independently. This separate control sets the signal level threshold at which SUB VFO-B receiver audio is muted (and the green SUB BUSY display indicator turns off), in all modes. This control is normally kept fully CCW, except when scanning and during FM operation. (41) CLAR This knob tunes the clarifier ofFset frequency up to 9.99 kHz when activated by the CLAR WX TX buttons just below it (the 3-digit display appears in the center of the display (if enabled) when the clarifier is active). This button toggles locking of SUB VFO-8 tuning to prevent accidental frequency changes. The red indicator in the display glows when active (the knob can still be turned, but it does nothing). Press the button again to re-enable the tuning knob. page 14 General lnf~rmation When activated by pressing the EDSP button above these knobs, the outer CONTOUR control selects one of four EDSP bandpass filters, while ithe inner NR control selects one of four EDSP noise reduction settings. 3 (43)NOTCH -3 NB These controls are only active when their functims have been enabled by the corresponding buttons above and to their left. The inner NOTCH control adjusts the IF notch frequency. The outer N B c ~ ~ t adjusts rd the noise blanking level when the noise blanker is activated by pressing either la1131 OI" NB2 . (44) SHIFT -3 WIDTH 9-hsse controls tailor the Main receiver IF passband: or a recalled memory channel, in all modes except FM. The inner SHIFT control offsets the center frequency of the IF passband from the displayed frequency when rotated from center. The outer WIDTH control, when turned from center, reduces the overall IF bandwidth from either the l ~ w e or r upper side, from the maximum selected by the BANDWIDTH buttons. rematches the antenna for minimum SWR. The resulting settings are automatically stored in one of the antenna tuner's 39 memories, for instant automatic recall later when the receiver is tuned near the same frequency. (48) MEM GROUP When more than one memory group has been enabled, pressing this limits selection and scanning to those memories within the selected group. (49) MEMNFO CHANNEL This detented knob selects the operating memory channel when the memories are active (but not retuned). When the VFO or memory tune functions of the main display are active, turning this knob causes the Sub VFO display to temporarily show the frequencies of the memories (memory check), without otherwise affecting operation. The channel number of the selected memory is displayed at all times at the center right of the display (in front of "cH"). LCD Bargraph Meter indications S 8.l.8.. 2...2..8!8..~. 10 COMP These activate the Main receiver noise blankers. Press NBI to blank short-duration pulses or Ws to blank longer duration pulses. The LEDs inside each button glow green while activated. Blanking level for both buttons is adjusted with the outer NB knob. (46) NOTCH 4~ CY In 'e!er ral nY nd G m i s activates the IF notch filter for the main receiver. The frequency of the notch is set by the control with the same name. The LED in this button glows green while the notch filter is active. The notch filter does not affect the Sub Receiver. (47) Automatic Antenna Tuner Unit Controls TUNER Pushbutton Pressing this button so that its LED is lit places the antenna tuner in line between the transmitter final amplifier and the main antenna jack. Reception is not affected. The tuner is also activated when the TUNE button (below) is pressed. TUNE Momentaly Pushbutton ~n he Pressing this button while receiving in an amateur band activates the transmitter for a few seconds while the automatic antenna tuner 25 ALC 1.5 10 +20 m . I . . 50 I00 2.0 3.020 . +40 I . 8 . +60dB I 150 200 3OdBA (A) SIP0 Scale Thirty-one bargraph segments indicate relative signal strength (one S-unit = 6 dB) from 0 to +60 dB or else RF power output from 0 to 200 Watts (100 watts maximum output available). ( B ) ICISWWALCICOMP Scale Indicates final amplifier collector current (IC) from 0 to 30 amps, standing wave ratio (SWR) from 1.0 to 3.0, speech compression from 0 to 30 dB, ALC automatic level control operating range (in red), DC supply voltage level, or microphone audio input level. (C)Tuning Scale This multi-functiontuning scale provides a center tuning segment for zero beating CW stations, and twin bars ("goal posts") for accurate tuning of mark and space tones associated with digital modes, such as RTW, Packet, and AMTOR. page 15 General lnfarmalion Main Receiver Disp ndications (1 (10) QMB (Quick Memory Bank) This appears when the PTT is keyed and transmission is occurring. Indicates stored memories from the Quick ' Memory Bank are active for recall and operation. This appears whenever the Main receiver squelch is open (VFO-A). VFO tuning or VFO operation is selected. (3) rn This appears whenever the Sub receiver squelch is open (VFO-B). (4) Fast VFO tuning rate is active. (12) (MEMI This indicator shows that memory - operation is selected (by pressing 1-.) - (13) ( m E l Appears while retuning a selected memory channel. (5) (14) O O Q This indicates that dual-receive operation is activated. [RPTI indicator when the repeater function is acti- (6) vated in the FM mode, indicating the direction of TX offset. This indicator appears whever split-frequency operation is activated (by pressing the SPLlT button). (15) Frequency Display One of these segments lights along with the (7) This displays the current operating frequency, and also provides alphanumeric chracter display of programming menu selections and settings. Front panel tuning knob and/or buttons are locked. (16) (8) This indicator comes on when the ATU is activated and in-line. This appears whenever general coverage tuning is selected (when tuning outside an amateur band). (17) (9) Tuning Offset Scale Displays sub-resolution tuning steps or clarifier offset in segmented increments. page 16 Appears when the ATU is seeking the best impedance match with the antenna. It also flashes each time the transceiver microprocessor sends frequency update data to the ATU microprocessor (while you tune). These appear indicating the selected clarifier function (Rx?Tx or both). The clarifier offset frequency (i9.99 kHz) is shown in the sub-display immediately to the right. When enabled, shows the frequency difference (split offset) between Main VFO-A and Sub VFO-B. (19) Appears when the memory channel frequency appears in the multi-display panel. Appears when an abnormally high SWR cmditiara exists that cannot be matched below 3.0:1. lnciicates the antenna selected for operatisn (A NBswitch (see item or B) by the front panel 18 on pages 10-1 1). (21) When the MEM GROUP button is pressed, this indicates memory recall, and scanning is limited to those memories in the currently selected group. (22) Indicates the selected memory channel is not yet filled with data. (27) Memory Channel Box Memow During normal operation, the currently-selected memH ory group and memogr chanGroup NO. nel number appear here. With the Menu Programming mode active, menu selection numbers are displayed. Appears while tuning within programmed frequency limits in the PNIS (Programmed Memory Scan) mode. Sub Receiver Display Indications t (23) External computer control of the transceiver is active, (24) Multi-Display Window Displays either the clarifier offset, memory channel frequency, split frequency offset, or CW pitch, (1) Frequency Display Displays the current sub-receiver frequency used during dual receive operation, and the transmit frequency during split operation. Clarifier Offset (2) S-Meter L / M CH Frequency Displays relative signal strength. (3)LOCK Appears when the Sub VFO tuning knob is disabled (it still turns but does nothing). Split Offset (VFO A - VFO B) (4) MODE Displays the currently-selected operating mode for the Sub receiver. CW Pitch (carrier offset) 3 $ da page 17 General Bnformation I Top Pane Access & Contro (6) RTY This control adjusts the tuning meter segment indications for RTTY center tuning. (7) PKT This control adjusts the tuning meter segment indications for Packet center tuning. (8) A-VOX (ANTI-VOX TRIP) The following controls are accessible beneath the removable panel on the top half of the transceiver case. Push the slide rearward and pry up the lid to expose the AbC UNIT circuit board and potentiometer controls. Most control settings are preset at the factory for normal operation. Should you desire to change a particular setting, use a small insulated screwdriver to rotate the desired potentiometer. (I) HPA-M This control sets the audio level available from the main receiver to headphone jack A (3.5 mm plug). (2) HPA-S This control sets the audio level available from the sub receiver to headphone jack A (3.5 mm plug). (3) HPB-M This control sets tli e audio level available from the main receiver to headphone jack €3 ('I4-inch . plug). . (4) HPB-s This control sets the audio level available from the sub receiver to headphone jack B ('I4-inch plug). This control sets the level of negative feedback of receiver audio to the microphone, to prevent receiver audio from activating the transmitter (via the microphone) during VOX operation. Adjustment is described in the Operation chapter. (9) DLAY (VOX Delay) This control sets the hang time of the VOX\ circuit, between the moment you stop speaking (or open the CW key during semi break-in operation) and the automatic switch from transmit back to receive (during VOX operation). Adjust for smooth VOX or semi break-in operation (so the receiver is activated only when you want to listen). J1 (I 0) vox This control sets the gain of the VOX (voice-actuated 'transmitlreceive switching) circuit, to set the level of microphone audio needed to activate the transmitter during voice operation while the VQX button on the front panel is depressed. F i i i iI C (11) FM MIC During FM operation, this control adjusts the microphone gain (and transmitter deviation). More clockwise settings produce a wider bandwidth signal. NOTE: This control has been preset at the factory to produce the correct deviation with standard microphone levels. A deviation meter should be connected for proper readjustment, as it is difficult to determine the proper setting by ear. (5)cw This control adjusts the tuning meter segment indications for CW center tuning. page 18 I s & Connectors Rear Pane 46 tnt ck ?nt /i a st- >X ng 'a.ck For he n). icset ite he @ 78 192021 22 23 24 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 g8g8g@g~g8ggg$gggg ooOoooOOoOoooOOOoooO oOOOoOoOOOOOOoOOooOO 00000000000000000000 ooOooooOooOoOOOoOOOO OooOOOoooOOoOooOoOOO a PT 2 3 4 5 A\C PATCH SPpR AFOUT 6 Slide Switch (1) ANT Coaxial Jack (5) Connect your main antenna here, using a typeM (UHFsPL-259) plug and coaxial feedline. This antenna is always used for transmission, and is also used for reception unless a separate receive antenna is also used for the main receiver. The internal antenna tuner affects only the antenna connected here, during transmission. Keep this switch in the ON position to retain all memory and VFQ settings during power-off periods. There is no need to turn this switch off unless you plan to store the transceiver for a long period without use. (6) CAT Serial DB-9 Jack By plugging in a remote control keypad here, direct access to the FT-I OOOMP CPU is provided for control functions such as contest memory keying, frequency, and functions control. This 9-pin serial DB-9 jack allows external computer control of the FT-IOOOMP. Connect a serial cable here and to the RS-232C COM port on your personal computer. CAT command protocol and data formats are described in the CAT chapter, starting on page 73. (3) cw SIDETONE Control (7) DVS-2 DIN Jack Insert a small insulated screwdriver here and turn the trimmer inside to adjust the volume of the side tone heard when the SPOT button or CW key is pressed. This 7-pin inpuvoutput jack is for connection of the DVS-2 Digital Voice Recorder option, described on page 64. (4) KEY 3-Contact Phone Jack This 5-pin inpuvoutput jack provides receiver audio and squelch signals, and accepts transmit (AFSK) audio and PTT control, from an external Packet TNC. Pinout is shown on page 53. The receiver audio level at this jack is approximately 100 mV (@60OR), preset by VR3010 on the AF Unit (see page 53 for how to gain access to this trimmer, if necessary). (2) REMOTE Jack he ith ter as ar. "1 This '/4-inch phone jack accepts a CW key or paddle manipulator. It is connected in parallel with the jack with the same name on the front panel (either or both may be used). A Fcontact plug cannot be used in this jack. Keyup voltage is +5 V, and keydown current is 0.5 mA. Plug wiring is shown on page 4. (8) PACKET DIN Jack page 19 General lnfomrnafi~n (9) RTV DIN Jack (16) BAND DATA DIN Jack This 4-pin inpueloutput jack provides connections for an RTTY terminal unit. Pinout is shown on pages 4 and 53. The receiver audio level at this jack is at a constant 100-mV (@ 600 St) level. This 8-pin output jack provides control signals for the FL-7000 Solid-State Linear Amplifier or FC-1080 Remote Controlled Antenna Tuner, including band selection data to automatically set the Linear or Tuner to the same band as the main display of the transceiver. Band Data jack connections are shown on pages 4 and 68. (10) PTT Phono Jack This input jack may be used to control manual transmitter activation using a footswitch or other switching device. Its function is identical to the MOX button on the front panel. The same line is available at the PACKET and RTTY jacks for TNC control. Open-circuit voltage is +13.5 VDC, and closed-circuit current is 1.5 mA. (1 1) EXT ALC Phono Jack This input jack accepts external ALC (Automatic Level Control) voltage from a linear amplifier, to prevent over-excitation by the transceiver. Acceptable input voltage range is 0 to -4 VDC. (12) PATCH Phono Jack This input jack accepts transmitter audio either AFSK or voice, for transmission. This line is mixed with the microphone audio input line, so the microphone should be disconnected if using this jack and mixing is not desired. lmpedance is 500 - 600 St. (17) + 1 3 . 5 ~Phono Jack This output jack provides regulated, separately fused 13.5 VDC at up to 200 mA, to power an external device such as a packet TNC. Make sure your device does not require more current (if it does, use a separate power source). Attempting to draw more power from here will blow the internal fuse behind this jack. Should this occur, replace the fuse as explained on page 101. (18) RX ANT Phono Jack This antenna jack is for a separate receiveonly antenna, activated when the switch with the same name on the front panel is pressed. An antenna connected here can be used by both the Main and Sub Receivers. (19) TRV Transverter Drive Output Jack This jack provides a low level RF output for use with a transverter. Output is approximately 100 mVrms at 50 St. (13) EXT SPKR Mini Phone Jack This 2-contact output jack provides mixed receiver audio for an external loudspeaker, such as the SP-8. Inserting a plug into this jack disables the internal loudspeaker. lmpedance is 4 to 8 a. (14) AF OUT Mini Phone Jack This 3-contact jack provides dual-channel low level receiver output, for recording or external amplification. Peak signal level is 200 mVrms at 600 St. Main receiver audio is on the left channel (tip), and sub receiver audio is on the right channel (ring). A stereo amplifier or recorder is recommended, to record each receiver separately when dual reception is enabled. The front panel AF GAlN control and the AF REV switch setting do not affect the signals at this jack. (15) GND Terminal Post Use this terminal to connect the transceiver to a good earth ground, for safety and optimum performance. Use a large diameter, short braided cable. page 20 (20) TX GND Phono Jack (normally disabled) When enabled by the LIN switch, this output jack connects inside the FT-IOOOMP to a set of relay contacts which short together (to chassis ground) whenever the transmitter is active. This allows transmielreceive switching of an external device such as a linear amplifier. This jack is disabled at the factory to avoid the clicking of the relay when it is not used. (21) LIN Linear Amplifier Relay Switch To enable the TX GND jack and RX front-end protection when you are connecting a external linear amplifier, move this switch to its ON position. Maximum ratings for these relay contacts are 500 mA @ 125 VAC, 300 mA @ 220 VDC or 2 A @ 30 VDC. Before connectingan external device, make sure its switching requirements M/illnot exceed these limits. If your amplifier requires higher current, or has higher voltage switching requirements, an external switching device must be used. (22)~c 1 3 . 5 ~DC Cable Socket (24) FUSE Holder This 6-pin molex socket accepts DC input power to the transceiver if the internal switching power supply is not installed, or when AC is not available. This holder requires a 8-A fuse for operation from AC voltages below 125 V, and an 4-Afuse for AC voltages of 200 V and above. Only normal fast-blow type fuses should be used here. (23) nc Line Cord Socket Coranect "re supplied AC line cord to this socket after ensuring that your AC mains voltage matches "rat on the label. See the Installafion sectisn for instructions on how to change the internal switching power supply AC mains voltage, if necessary. The volume of the beep that sounds when a front-panel button is pushed can be adjusted by turning a trimmer accessed via the small hole on the bottom cover of the transceiver. InsePa:a small, thin, insulated, flat screwdriver into the hole to adjust VR3001 for the desired beep volume. Beep tone is adjusted via menu programming and discussed later in the - page 21 General Information rn ins rec nec Thf I dle atir fig^ Par Prc izin vi o set ditic Thi ity" qui mo I this trar abll PEI the ehz For sev Me det, page 22 - Operation Operation Before Starting Receiving Before plugging in the transceiver, check your installation to make sure your AC voltage is correct, and that your ground and antenna are connected as described in the lnslallation chapter. Then preset the following controls as indicated: Note: the following procedure assumes the transceiver has not been used before, and not already set for dual reception. If appears on the display when you switch on the set in the next step, you should press the blue button to return to the single-receiver mode (for now). POWER, ANT RX, MOX, VOX, and AF REV switches all off. AGC selector to AUTO !PO switch OFF Press the POWER switch on. The meter and display should light up. If the display is too bright for your taste, it can be switched to a subdued level using menu selection 3-4 (see page 87). AF GAlN MAIM (inner) and SUB (outer) controls matched at approximately 9 o'clock MVIIIC, RF PWR, PRBC, SQL, SUB SQL, and NB all counterclockwise RF GAlN fully clockwise SHlFTNVlDTil 12 o'clock (detent) LOCK, FAST, SPOT, BK-IN, a n d KEVER switches all off. Connect your microphone and GW keylpaddies, then plug the AC cord into the wall outlet. Take a moment to study the display. You should see (vFol at the bottom, with the operating frequency of the Main VFO just above the main tuning knob. To the right of that is the clarifier offset (ZED), followed by the memory channel number ( i-u" [CH by default). At the right side of the display are the current mode and frequency of SUB VFO-B, which we'll talk about later. FT-IOOOMP Menu Programming Amateur Band Selection The FT-1000MP incoporates a wealth of operating functions and features. For flexibility in configuring these capabilities, and to keep the front panel controls to a minimum, an internal Menu Programming routine is used. This allows customizing the functions via menu selections that previously required many elaborate DIP switch settings, power-onlbutton holding routines, or additional front and rear panel controlslswitches. This permits each rig to have a custom "personality" that specifically matches your operating requirements, with the capability for easy modification as your requirements change. Press a keypad key (between the two tuning knobs) to select a band for which your antenna is designed. Refer to the white "MHz'Vabels, and press the appropriate one. Descriptions for most transceiver functions in this chapter assume default (factory-configured) transceiver settings. Menu programming is enabled by pressing the FAST button, followed by then rotating the MEMNFO CH knob to display the desired setting. Each of the settings can be changed or customized as you like in this mode. For clarity's sake, transceiver functions that have several settings or options are referenced to the Menu Programming chapter separately, where details of programming are covered. m13, - BAND -- [mv] [OI/F] Pressing a front-panel button normally produces a beep. Its volume is independent of receiver volume, and can be set by adjusting a trimmer via a hole on the bottom panel of the transceiver case. To change the pitch of the beeper, recall menu selection 4-2 (page 88) and select the desired pitch (between 220 and 7040 Hz) by turning the dial. You can also disable the beeper via menu selection 4-1 (also page 88 ). page 23 Operation rWsde Selection Press the mode button (to the left of the main tuning knob) correspondIOLSBI/ ing to the mode you wish to operate -- =iluJeil for now, we suggest an SSB mode: @?ziJi USB if you have selected a band above 10 MHz, or LSB otherwise. The [@E?j] green LED in each button indicates the selected band, and an a pair of LEDs within the bandwidth panel (to the left of the mode buttons) indicates which IF filter pair is currently selected for that mode. rn rn CW and RPTY have "reverse" modes that are selected by pressing their button twice (see the box at the right), and AM Synchronous tuning is activated in the same manner. Asso, Packet operation can be toggled laetween LSB and FM (for 29 MHz operation) in the same way. These special features are covered later. Additionally, notice that the bargraph meter format changes to the appropriate tuning display for the selected m d e (covered later). If you have selected an SSB mode, both 2.4K LEDs (2nd & 3rd IF) should be lit. If not, press 2 . 4 ~ .This bandwidth provides good fidelity for SSB reception and should be used unless QRM from stations on adjacent frequencies becomes a problem (as described later). The selectable bandwidth (filter combination) depends on which optional IF filters you have installed; therefore some combinations may not be possible, - Special Note for CW Mode Reverse CW sideband When you switch modes between CW and USB, you may notice that the frequency of received signal stays the same (even though the panel frequency may change slightly). Also notice that the pitch of a received signal decreases as you increase the dial frequency. However, switching to LSB from CW normally requires retuning the desired station. This can be especially inconvenient if you enjoy working the lower WF bands (40 meters and below) where LSB mode is used. To eliminate the need for retuning in this situation, you may switch the receiver CW carrier oscillator injection to the reverse side(LSB). When you press ew, you should notice that the green LED in the USE3 mode button blinks for a second or two. This informs you of the default carrier offset (upper) for CW. To switch to lower injection side by simply pressing the CVV button again, you should see the displayed frequency shift and the LSB When using the reverse sideband (LSB) for CW reception, you can freely switch between LSB and CW without having to retune a station. Note that in LSB and CW modes the received signal pitch now increases as you increase the dial frequency. To return the receiver to the default (upper) sideband, simply press Cw again. Carr~er Normal C W Carr~er Adjust the MAIN AF GAIN (inner) control for comfortable volume on signals or noise in the loudspeaker or headphones. The outer sue AF GAIN control is used with the Sub VFO operation and is explained in greater detail later. page 24 AF GAIN MA'N Operating Nint - an added benefit from this feature is Q R M rejection. If you have interference on a CW station that the IF SHIFT does not eliminate, you can try switching to the reverse sideband, retuning the signal, and trying the IF SHIFT again. 8 Operation t Tuning the FT- IOOOMP Tuning is accomplished several ways, with method each having its own advantages, they are: 0 Main & Sub VFO Knob Tuning 0 Shuttle Jog Tuning 0 Panel & Microphone Down / Up keys 0 VFO Channel Stepping Shuttle Jog The shuttle jog ring is more efficient for large frequency excursions, or whenever QSY requires spinning the VFO knob a lot, while still providing positive control with a comfortable feel. MEMNFO CH Tuning Methods VFO Knob Rotating the Main VFO-A knob tunes the transceiver according to the selected tuning step size and encoder tuning rate. Both of these settings care configured via menu selections 1-3 & 1-4 (see page 86). The table below shows the available tuning step sizes and their default settings. i' 1 'i- Control -- 1 Tuning Steps .625 Hz, 1.25 Hz 2.5 Hz, 5 Hz 10 Hz, 20 Hz Shuttle Jog 13 preset DOWNIUP Push buttons Normal 100 kHz Normal 10 kHz (clarifier) Shuttle Default Step Shuttle! I '*IN VFo-A SUB VFo-B MEMIVFO CH Ch. Stepping - -- v -----7 - I Rotating the jog away from the center detent in either direction starts constant tuning.The farther the jog is moved from center, the larger the progressive frequency steps (and QSY). There are 13 preset frequency steps incrementing through the arc of the shuttle jog (from 10 Hz 180 kHz). The shuttle jog speed (encoder rate) is also configurable from 1 - 100 msec. via menu selection 1-1 on page 86. IOHz .625 Hz, 1.25 Hz ~ . ~ H z , ~ H z 10nz 10 Hz, 20 Hz Pri Lock I For faster dial tuning rates with either the VFO knob or mic UP/DOWN buttons, press the FAST button below and to the left of the Main VFO knob appears). This selects the VFO speed, which can be switched between 4x (default) and 2x in menu selection 1-0 (see page 86). This affects the AF per VFO knob rotation without changing the default tuning step size. Recall that step size varies as the ring is turned, while encoder rate is fixed. The effect of tuning faster as the ring is rotated actually comes from jumping to progressively larger tuning increments, as encoder rate remains constant. By default, the front panel FAST button is a press-on, press-off type. However, you can change it to a momentary type by recalling menu selection 8-0 (see page 91) and changing the default setting. page 25 Operation Panel Up/Down Buttons Press the large UP and DOWN buttons below the keypad to step around the band in 100-kHz steps, and then tune around the band a bit with the tuning knob. Microphone U w w n Buttons If your microphone has UP and DWN buttons (such as --- - - -- ) , can press the M H - ~ I B ~you -1-J them momentarily to tune in 10-Hz steps, or hold them to start VFO scanning. If it has a FST button, you can use it to duplicate the function of the FAST key on the transceiver front panel. -- - VFO Channel Stepping This feature utilizes the MEMNFO GH knob at the upper ME!hWo CH UP DOWN right corner, and is unique because it allows "channellizing" the VFO for special applications. Basically the VFO frequency press in steps a discrete value as the MEM/VFO CH knob is rotated. Channel steps for this feature are variable in 1 kHz steps from 1 - 100 kHz and configured in menu programming. The versatility of this feature is not apparent at first - however, if you enjoy general coverage listening, this capability is invaluable. Display Settings Display Mode - By default, switching to and from CW, PKT or RTTY modes causes the display to change by the amount of offset selected by the CW PITCH (page 39), RTTY, and PKT tone & offset configurations (pages 53-55). If you prefer the display to remain unchanged when switching modes, this can be done by setting menu selection 3-0 to BFO (carrier) display on page 87. However, the actual carrier offsets configured by the menu selections, relative to the display and IF bandpass are unaffected, regardless of the setting for menu selection 3-0. Display Resolution - Although the FT-1000MP DDS (Direct Digital Synthesizer) tunes in frequency increments as small as .625 Hz, display resolution is limited to 10 Hz. The 10 Hz and 100 Hz digits display can be turned off, as desired, if smaller frequency resolution is not needed (tuning steps are not Select the desired display resolution via menu selection 3-1 on page 87. ""It"))"lnO'"141"1 .lQHz to& @ 4 . 4 Resolution ""I 0 70 7 0 7 li"l 8.Lt &@ &t.Lt Many bands such as AM broadcast, HF maritime, aeronautical and citizen's band incorporate assigned channels using discrete frequency steps. By configuring this feature for the service in interest, you can hop from one channel to the next without having to manually zero each station's signal with the VFO knob. Channel stepping is activated by first pressing the MEMNFO CH knob in, then rotating it as you would to tune. While enabled, "- - - - aPpears in the channel number display, until the knob is pressed in again to disable channel stepping. Channel stepping is configured by menu selection 1-5 on page 86; also see General Coverage Reception . The locking scheme for the MAIN VFO-A ,q does nothing). However, it can disable allfront panel keys, or else all except the primary function keys. To select the locking scheme, recall menu function 8-1 as shown on page lmpoflant! Holding the LOCK button without releasing it activates the dual VFO tracking feature, which is discussed later in the page 26 F 1 3 Operation 4 Alternate f6Front & Rear'? VFO Operation If you press the keypad band key for the same band that you are already operating on, the display will shift to a different frequency in the same band (the bottom of the band by default). Pressing the same band key again switches you back to the frequency you were on before. What you have here are two completely independent VFO selections for each band, selectable by each band's keypad key. You can think of the VFO for every band having a "frontq9and "rear" half that can be swapped for operation by toggling the band key. You can tune, select a mode and a bandwidth for each of these two VFO halves in each band, and they will be remembered until you return to this "wb receiver9'selection. Band Keys VFO (front & rear) VFO Selection & Receiver Muting Above the Main and Sub VFO knobs are a pair of button1LEDs labeled RX & TX. The illuminated green RX LED indicates the selected VFO receiver, while the red ax LED show the VFO controlling the transmit frequency. As we will see later on in dual and split operation, these buttons configure semi-duplex operation as you choose. You can mute the Main or Sub VFO at any time by pressing the ax button/LED above the corresponding VFO knob. The LED blinks while the receiver remains muted; simply press the button again to unmute. Keypad Frequency Entry Frequencies can be entered directly, if desired, as follows: Press at the lower right corner of the keypad (the leftmost operating frequency digit will blink). Then, referring to the yellow numbers on the keypad, enter the digits of the new frequency, followed by from left to right (1-4-2-5-0-0-0), again. As you enter the numbers, the next digit to be entered will blink on the display. You can use the DOWN and UP buttons below the keypad to reposition the blinking digit location as desired (but ignore the direction labels on these buttons). rn \ Toggling VFOs A practical use of this feature is to configure the front VFO for phone operation, and the rear half for CW operation on the same band (see the illustration above). For example, if one of your VFOs is set to the SSB portion of the band (and in an SSB mode), press the keypad key for that same band, tune to the low end of the band, and press the CW mode button. You can consider this your CW VFO. Now press the band key again several times, and notice that operation toggles between the SSB and CW VFO halves. You can also select different IF bandwidths as well as modes for the two halves (and even different clarifier settings). Note that this feature is not related to the MAIN VFO A and SUB VFO B scheme - dual receive and split operation will be covered later. Only when you press the second time will the operating frequency actually change, so if you decide to remain on the original frequency after starting to key in a new one, you can cancel any entered digits by pressing Eil (""Clear Entry", the yellow label at the lower left corner of the keypad) instead of PI. Note that, to enter frequencies below 10 MHq you must key in the leading zeros. That's all there is to tuning Main VFO-A. Sub VFO-B has a lot more features of its own, which we'll look at in detail later. First, however, let's look at some other important receiver features. page 27 Operation 3 Signal Tuning Meter Indications The FT-1000MP incoporates several display indications that make tuning stations a simple and accurate task. Directional Tuning Scale - When either CW, RTTY or PKT operation is selected, the directional tuning meter appears beneath the IC/SWR meter scale, as shown below. Tune for Maximum Signal Strength and Balanced Marker Pair Center Marker Bar Segment Peripheral Bar Segments Peripheral Bar Segments 1 v TuN'NG~ooooaooooo~~aooooooooog~ \ ~eteb Bar Segments / Tuning Direction Outer Boundary Arrows Whenever you tune a signal of interest near the center of the receiver passband, an upper peripheral tuning segment will start to move as you slowly tune the knob. The idea is to tune the VFO knob so that the single highlighted segment is placed in the middle so that the center marker illuminates. If you tune to either extreme, the red arrow tips illuminate, indicating which direction to retune to center the marker. CW TUNING Correctly-Tuned RTTYIPKT Station "Peak-Hold" Feature - During receive, the SMeter segments respond instantaneously to the relative signal strength (in S-Units) of stations. The meter "peak-hold" circuitry keeps the rightmost bargraph segment on for a user-selectable time delay from 10 msec up to 2 seconds. The peak-hold feature is off by default, but you can enable it and select the desired delay time via menu function 3-7. instantaneous signal strength S ..?...: ...:. ..!. ..\ ? +20 .+41°. I . . . . . I illllllllllllllSOU0 . .+:OdB \ delayed peak-hold segment Expanded Tuning Scale Tune for Maximum Signal Strength and Centered Marker Segment TUNING b' O ~ ~ O o O O O D ~ ~ o O O O g DO o O I O Correctly-Tuned CW Station For RTTY and Packet, twin segments appear (representing the mark and space tones), and in this case optimum tuning is achieved when even balance and maximum separation between the dual segments occurs. The minimum separation between the segment is proportional to the mark and space tone shift (170 Hz, 425 Hz or 850 Hz) We will cover more about RTTY and Packet operation later. page 28 The bargraph segment meter above the MAIN VFO-A frequency display serves as a dual mode enhanced tuning scale. By default, it displays releative clarifier offset, and as you rotate the CLAR knob (either Rx or Tx clarifier), the normally centered marker segment moves left or right, indicating the relative displaced ("clarified") Rx or Tx frequency from the orignal. Be sure to see page 41 for more details on clarifier operation. 8 I m m ~ m : m a s . : m m m m m . aI m~:a.mm:.mmm~ I Q o~ ~ m m m : . ~ . m : m a ~ . ~ o ~ n ~ ~ ~ m ~ a ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ d B B m 7 I7I-n 4@&4&4&4@ In 4&4 Operation Alternately, you can have the segments expand outwardly as you tune either direction from the nearest displayed frequency. This lets you view tuning increments smaller than 10 Hz (the maximum display resolution). 7 1 7 I I 4@&4L4&Ie&t t 4 Expanded Tuning Scale The rate and distance of segment displacemnC in either mode are proportional to the selected tuning steps size and if the FMT button is engaged. The tuning meter mode is selected by menu selection 3-2. AM Synchronous Tuning Audio distortion of AM stations due to carrier fading is common. Synchronous tuning reduces this phenomenon by receiving the station in LSB while reinjecting an unfading carrier. The benefit of this technique is that the re-injected carrier is phase-locked to carrier of the original station, reducing the effects of fading and improving signal fidelity over that of conventional AM detection. General Coverage Reception You may have already noticed that if you tune outside one of the amateur bands (actually, outside of the 500-kHz segment that includes each appears in a box at the left side of the display. On such frequencies, the transmitter and antenna tuner are disabled. If you try to transmit, will blink. Also, such frequencies are ignored by the band selection keys (including the alternate sub receiver feature): so if you tune a VFO to a frequency outside of a ham band, you will have to store it in a memory (as described on page 47) if you want to be able to recall it quickly later. Otherwise, as soon as you press a band key, the general coverage frequency will be lost as the VFO reverts to the (ham-band) frequency it was on when the band was last changed. Once you become familiar with the memories, you will find this really doesn't present a problem, as each memory can be tuned just like a VFO, and stored into another channel without having to go through a VFO. Aside from the above, general coverage reception provides all of the features available on ham frequencies, including dual channel reception, digital modes, and diversity reception, described on the following pages. A wealth of interesting broadcasts can be found outside the amateur bands, includinq: International Shortwave Bands (see table) Maritime & Aeronautical Communications News Services & DiplomaticIEmbassy Traffic Military Communications To activate AM synchronous detection, press thl AM button twice (so the green LED inside the button blinks). The tuning meter format changes to that below. Slowly tune across the signal until the lone center segment appears (see below). AM Synchronous Tuning Popular Shortwave Broadcast Bands -- Meter Band 1 / Frequency Range (MHz) Meter Band Frequency Range (MHz) 2.30-2.50 22 13.60-1 3.90 3.90-4.00 16 17.55-1 7.90 49 5.85-6.20 13 21.45-21.85 41 7.10-7.50 11 25.67-26.10 120 Carrier Unlocked Carrier Locked page 29 Operation Dealing with Interference The FT-I OOOMP includes a wide range of special features to suppress the many types of interference that may be encountered on the HF bands. However, real world interference conditions are constantly changing, so optimum setting of the controls is somewhat of an art, requiring familiarity with the types of interference and the subtle effects of some of the controls. Therefore, the following information is provided as general guidelines for typical situations, and a starting point for your own experimentation. Front End Selections: Amp Selection, A TT, /PO, & RF GAIN The best receiver front-end selection will depend on background noise at the time, the presence or absence of strong signals, and whether or not you want to hear very weak signals. If the front end is set for too much gain, background noise will make listening difficult, and very strong signals on other frequencies may cause intermodulation interference, masking weaker signals. On the other hand, if the front end is set for too little gain (or too much attenuation), very weak signals will not be heard. Wide-Band and Tuned Amp Selection Three high-performance FET RF amplifiers are utilized in the FT-IOOOMP receiver front end. A flat wide-band amp (factory default) is provided for good general all-around performance along with dual tuned amplifiers: one optimized for 24-30 MHz, the other for 1.8-7 MHz (see illustration). Each amplifier is selected automatically as you tune or change bands; however, you can disable the tuned amplifier pair and only use the wide-band amp via menu selection 8-4. /PO (lntercept Point Optimization) Normally, the front-end FET RF amplifiers provide maximum sensitivity for weak signals. During QRM conditions on lower frequencies (such as strong overloading from signals on adjacent frequencies), the RF amplifiers can be bypassed by pressing the !PO button so the green LED is on. This improves the dynamic range and IMD (intermodulation distortion) characteristics of the receiver, at a slight reduction of sensitvity. ATT (RF Attenuator) Even with the IPO function on, very strong signals can still overload the mixer. So if you still , notice intermodulation, or if the signals you want to listen to are very strong, you can use the ATT selector to insert 6, 12, or 18-dB of RF attenuation in front of the RF amplifier. If background noise causes the S-meter to deflect on clear channels, turn the A'TT selector clockwise until the S-meter drops below S-1 (the white area at the left end of the top meter scale). This setting optimizes the trade-off between sensitivity and interference immunity. Also, once you have tuned in a station you want to work, you may want to reduce sensitivity further (or add more attenuation) by turning the ATT control to a more clockwise setting. This reduces the strength of all signals (and noise) and can make reception more comfortable, important especially during long QSOs. Bandpass Filter Section ................................ : E] 1 1 m] 22-30 MHz 15-22 MHz / 1 bypass I RF Amp .......................... Section ~ I Z - 1 5 M t i z wide -1 mi 8.58 MHz 4-6.5hVi. m] F 1 3 4 M H z i i i i 1 RJ i 1 F] 1.8-3 MHz 0.~1.8 MHZ , I I I I o.,-0.5 .HZ' * ............................... 8 Receiver Front End Configuration for illustrative purposes page 30 ............................ Tuned RFAmp Sactim I I I Operation When looking for weak signals on a quiet band you will want maximum sensitivity, so the IPO should be disabled and A T I selector set to O.This situation is typical during quiet times on frequencies above 20 MHz, and when using a small antenna on other bands. 1- g A GC (Automatic Gain Control) Sejeetion AGC When tuning around the band looking for signals, the AGC se- OFF FAST SLOW lector is usually best kept in the A%BW position, where AGC decay is automatically selected according to the operating mode. You can manually select receiver AGC; however, a few points about AGC and receiver recovery time need to be pointed out. @ g ill lt T A- ld 3r Ie tft 2s :e In ;i'g is 1d nt For SSB reception, the FAST position allows the receiver gain to recover quickly after tuning past strong signals or when fast fading occurs. However, once you have a station tuned in, reception will usually be more comfortable if you switch to the MED or even SLOW position (keeping the receiver from picking up low-level noise during pauses in speech). For CW reception, when several signals are present in the passband, the FAST or even OFF positions can avoid AGC "pumping" (gain fluctuations) caused by strong undesired signals. For AM reception, the SLOW position is usually better, and for 300-baud packet and RTTYIAMTOR, the FAST or OFF positions will usually give the fewest eruorslretries. The AGCOFF position disables the overload-protection normally provided by the AGC circuitry. If the RF gain control is left fully clockwise in this condition, the RF and IF amplifiers can be easily overloaded (causing distortion) when a strong signal is received. Correct the overload either by setting the AGC selector to another position, or by turning the R F control countercliockwise to set receiver gain to a comfortable level. Noise Blanker Selection and Setting The two noise blanker circuits in the FT-1000MP are provided for two different NOTCH-~NB types of pulse noise. The NB1 button activates the narrow pulse blanker, for short pulse noise such as from switching transients, automobile ignitions and power lines. This blanker can sometimes also reduce the level of static crashes from electrical storms. The NB-2 button activates the wide pulse blanker, for longer duration man-made pulse noise. If you hear any of these types of noise, just press either the NB-1 or NB-2 button so that the green LED above it lights, and turn the outer NB control clockwise. If the blanker seems to distort a signal you're listening to, reduce the setting for optimum readability, or turn it off. RF Gain Setting c> When tuned to a moderate R F G A ~ ~ J strength signal, if low level background noise is still present after setting the ATT selector, try reducing the RF GAIN control from the fully clockwise position. This reduces the signal input to the first mixer via a PIN diode attenuator and causes the minimum S-meter reading to move up the scale, often clearing up the background noise and putting the desired signal more "in the clear." Remember, however, to return this control fully clockwise when you want to receive weak signals, or read low levels on the S-meter. Also read the box on this page. . P I page 31 Operation IF Filter (Bandwidth) Selection There are two banks of selectable filters, one each for both the 8.215 MHz 2nd IF and 455 kHz 3rd IF in the Main Receiver. Filter selections can be cascaded for versatility in combatting QRM and tailoring received audio. From the factory, 500 Hz and 2.4 kHz filters are provided for the 2nd and 3rd IF. Other filters can be ordered from your Yaesu dealer. Installation instructions are covered on page 100 and filter menu selections (5-0 through 5-7) on page 89. The illustration at the bottom of the page provides a representation of filter selection in the FT-1000MP. Filters can be selected in pairs using the vertical buttons at the right, or else individually by first pressing 8.215 or 455, then selecting the filter from that bank as desired. inside the bandwidth sub- =-=-i--L-"i panel, two columns of green indicators show the selected filter pair or combination. Try the following example: Ex. Select the 2.OK2nd IF and250 Hz 3rd IF filter. O First press 8.215 (the left 8.215 column blinks) then 2.OK. The green indicator shows 2.OK selected in the left column. O Next, press 455 so the right column now blinks, then again press 250. The green indicator show " 250 selected in the right column. In AM mode, the 6-kHz AM wide bandwidth is selected for both the 2nd & 3rd IF (labeled THRU on the bottom of the 2nd IF column). This gives the highest fidelity, and is best on strong AM signals (and particularly music). The effects of the SHIFT and WIDTH controls in this wide bandwidth are subtle, but they can be helpful in fine tuning the audio characteristics. For weaker AM signals, or where adjacent channel interference is present, the 2 . 4 ~bandwidth offers a compromise between interference rejection and fidelity. In this case the SWIFT and WIDTH controls can be used to improve fidelity (see the illustrations). However, even better reception of AM signals under these conditions can usually be had by switching to an SSB mode (whichever gives the clearest reception), and superb reception of weak signals is often possible using diversity reception, described on page 46. In SSB modes, the 2.OK bandwidth button can sharply cut interference from unwanted signals on either side of the desired signal (although with some necessary loss of fidelity). In CW, the 2.OK or 2 . 4 ~bandwidth is often convenient to give "a wide view" of the band when tuning around, but once a signal of interest has been found and centered in the passband, the 500 or 250 (Hz) selections are much better. In addition to selecting various filter combinations, you have several features that can be used singly, or in combination to eliminate or reduce the interference to an acceptable level. Although their use requires little more than rotating a control, it is good to have knowledge on how each function works and the effect on the QRM encountered. From 2nd Mixer (8.21 5 MHz) t 2.4 kHz Local 6.0 kHz * optional filter Main Receiver (VFO-A) IF Bandwidth Filter Selections page 32 Operation : WlDTHcontroI We just saw that specific IF filters can be selected to limit the receive bandpass to a pre-set width (essentially the total width of the installed filter). In a QRM condition, you ideally want to narrow the bandwidth just to the point where the unwanted signal is attenuated while still retaining emugh bandpass to recover the desired station. In real-life band conditions, however, this ideal bandwidth is often somewhere "in-between" the several selectable filter bandwidths. The WIDTH control can be used in all modes except FM to continuously narrow or broaden the bandpass skirt (within the limit of the selected filter) for the best skirt shaping and optimum cutoff and interference rejection during each QRM situation. Unlike older types of width controls that adjust both sides of the filter slope at the same time, the FT-1000MP7sWIDTH control narrows the passband from either the upper or lower side (see illustration below). Thus, you only narrow the side of the bandpass where the QRM is located (why cu"rff more bandwidth than necessary?). :fl [-=n z + 1 I j I I I I I I IF BANDWIDTH SHIFT-? 4C- a I -3 WIDTH IF BANDWIDTH SHIFT-? WIDTH IF BANDWIDTH SHIFT-? If a QRM condition occurs after tuning in a station, slowly rotate the control in the direction where the interference is reduced while the station is still workable. As you rotate the control you will hear the audio response change as the passband is narrowed. If the QRM is very close, the amount of bandwidth reduction necessary to cut the QRM may leave the desired station's audio unrecoverable, or it may not be possible to entirely eliminate the QRM. When the QRM is all above or all below the desired signal it is usually only necessary to rotate the outer WIDTH control either to the left or right to cut the interference from the receiver passband. The SHIFT control (covered next) will also work for this, but may introduce interference from the other side of the signal. SHIFT confrsl The inner SHIFT control tunes the relative position of the receiver IF passband with respect to the displayed frequency in all modes except FM. The control is detented in the center position, which represents the passband center frequency, which is also the displayed frequency. Turning the control clockwise raises the passband center frequency, while turning the knob counter-clockwise lowers it. WIDTH WIDTH Action PASSBAND ~esirefT\ Signal SHIFT+> WIDTH SHIFT*> QRM WIDTH SHIFT--3--WIDTH IF SHIFT Action ~esiredfl Signal ~esiredfl; Signal QRM+ QRM+ Using WIDTH control to reduce QRM The center detent on the outer WIDTH control Provides maximum bandwidth, which is equal to the selectivity of the filter used with the-operating mode. Clockwise rotation moves the upper skirt of the IF passband lower in frequency, and counterclockwise rotation moves the lower skirt upwards. SHIFT-> WIDTH SHIFT-+?>WIDTH Using IF SHIFT to reduce QRM page 33 Operation When QRM is present on both sides of the tuned station, first adjust the SHIFT control just to the point where the interference from one side is eliminated, and then rotate the WIDTH control in the opposite direction to eliminate interference from the other side. The optimum settings of these controls depend on the relative signal strengths of the desired station and the QRM, and requires practice. SHlFTMllDTH Tuning Steps Rotating the SHIFT or WIDTH control tunes the IF passband using default 10-Hz steps. If desired, you can change to 20-Hz steps, which offers a faster response when turning the control knob. See menu selection1-2 to set the default steps as desired. Notch Filter After tuning in a desired signal and adjusting the IF bandwidth and shift, if heterodyne interference such as from a carrier or CW signal occurs, activate the IF notch filter by pressing the NOTCH button and slowly adjusting the inner control with the same name to null the heterodyne. Note that if the interfering carrier is more than about t-1.2 kHz away from the center of the passband, the notch filter may be unable to null it. In this case, switch the notch filter off, and readjust the IF bandwidth and shift so that the undesired carrier is outside of the passband. Q (Hete NOTCH -> NB NOTCH -> NB Advice on QRM Reduction Use the BANDWIDTH buttons and then the SHIFT and WIDTH controls t~ suppress the interference. Their use varies somewhat from mode to mode. In general, however, you will want to press the LOCK button beneath the tuning knob before adjusting the SHIFT and WIDTH controls, as accidentally retuning would invalidate your settings (particularly in narrow-bandwidthmodes). When you are ready to retune to a new frequency, press LOCK again to release it, and return the SHIFT and WIDTH controls to their default positions (center detent). The WIDTH control can also be turned counter-clockwise to reduce the IF bandwidth more gradually, and then the SHIFT control can be turned left or right from center to shift the center frequency lower or higher, as depicted in the For digital modes, the wider bandwidth selections are fine for tuning around, but the 500 or 250 (Hz) bandwidths will generally give the best copy with narrow shifts. If you have the RTTY and PKT menu selections set to match your TNClterminal unit (see page 55), you should not need to adjust the SHIFT control at all, and the WIDTH control should only be adjusted with a great deal of care (to avoid losing the contact). See the section on For 300-baud packet, use 500 (Hz) bandwidth and keep the WIDTH control centered; the SHIFT control may require fine tuning either side of center for optimum copy of weak signals. Experiment with the SHIFT setting on a busy packet channel, and then note the optimum setting for all future HF packet operation (it will be the same unless you replace your TNC or recalibrate the input NOTCH NOTCH Action page 34 Note - except during extreme Q R M conditions, the WIDTH and SHIFT controls should be left in their center (detent) positions when tuning the receiver to a new frequency. This will provide the best fidelity and easiest Operation Transmitting The transmitter can be activated within the 500-kHz segment of any of the HF amateur bands, and from 28 to 30 MHz. When tuned to any other frequency, is displayed at the left side of the display, and the transmitter is disabled. However, you are responsible to restrict your transmissions to those frequencies on which you are authorized to do so. You should also restrict transmissions to the frequencies for which your antenna is designed. TX Range 1 160 Meters 1 1.500.00 - 1.999.99 MHz 80 Meters 3.500.00 - 3.999.99 MHz 40 Meters 7.000.00 - 7.499.99 MHz 1 1 Selecting Antennas You can select between two ,ANT rear-panel antenna connecNB tors for transceive operation via the front panel, perhaps eliminating the need to purchase an external coaxial switch. ]&[ Press Me to select the desired rear-panel jack you wish to use. The antenna connected to this jack is used for receive (and alwavs for transmit). If a separate receive antenna is connected and RX is pressed, the antenna connected to the Rx ANT jack will be used by the receiver. A relay engages during transmit and the last-selected antenna (A or B) will be used for transmit. Refer to the diagram below. ANT Unit ANT A 15 Meters 12 Meters - 21-499.99 MHz 24.500.00 - 24.999.99 MHz 21.000.00 Attempting to transmit outside of an amateur indicator band segment will cause the red to the right of the meter to blink. The transmitter is also temporarily inhibited when stopping memory scanning (described later), as pressing the PTT switch while scanning just causes the scanner to stop. Whenever the transmitter is activated, the FP1060MP automatically detects any reflected power that might appear at the main antenna jack (as a result of an impedance mismatch), and disables the transmitter if too much reflected indipower is found (in which case the red cator at the right side of the display will be lit). Although this protection system should prevent any damage to the transceiver, we still recommend that you never activate the transmitter without having a proper antenna connected to the LPF Unit I from PA Unit & TX Stages ANT B i rANT7 R F Unit To R X BPF & IF Stages RX ANT FP-"IOOBMP Antenna Seicretlcn Antenna selections are automatically copied along with other operating parameters during memory programming (covered later), and will take effect when memories are recalled later. However, if you do not want this data stored, you can select regular operation, or else disable ANT switch operation. When disabled, antenna selection remains fixed on jack A. Recall menu selection 8-5 to configure the ANT switch function as desired. Automatic Antenna Matching The built-in automatic antenna tuner unit is capable of matching antenna with impedances from 20-1 50Q, which corresponds to a maximum SWR of approximately 3.0:1. If the antenna you are using exceeds this SWR as configured, it must be adjusted (rrsechanically or electrically) until a feedpoint impedance closer to 50Q can be obtained. After using it once on your favorite bands, it recalls previous settings from memory (the tuner - page 35 Operation SSB Transmission To transmit in LSB or USB mode: O Make sure the appropriate mode indicator is lit, and set the meter ALCICOMP selector to view AbC. has 39 of its own) during reception, whenever you tune to the same part of the band again. When you use the tuner the first time on an antenna, set the RF PWR control to around the 9 o'clock position, to minimize interference you might cause others, and also to minimize stress on the tuner, feedline, and antenna (in case there is a high SWR). Ensure beforehand that the frequency you will transmit on is clear of other signals. Also, if you want to monitor the tuner's action visually, set the meter iC/SWR selector to display SWR. When the channel is clear, press the TUNER button. The indicator comes on, indicating the ATU is activated, and the to it appears while the tune matching settings (and, if monitoring SWR on the meter, you should see the tuner select the lowest possible reading). When the indicator turns off, you are ready to transmit (assuming the indicator didn't light). After using the antenna tuner, the tor will remain on (unless you press button to turn it off), and the indicator will appear occasionally when you change frequency, indicating that the main microprocessor is reporting the frequency change to the tuner coprocessor (reception is unaffected). If you have tuned far enough to possibly require rematching, it will reset itself to the new range (if it has any previously stored settings for the new range). However, when you first connect a new antenna, the tuner will not have the correct settings stored in these memories, so you will need to "train" the tuner, by pressing the TUNE button whenever you change to a new band or frequency range (for this antenna). If you want to use an external ATU or manualtype tuner, the internal ATU can be disabled via menu selection 8-8. page 36 O If this is the first time you are transmitting SSB with the FT-1000MP, preset the MIC and RF PWR controls to about the 12 o'clock position, and make sure the VOX is off (button out). OCheck the RX and TX LEDs above the tuning knobs to determine which frequency you're going to transmit on, and make sure is not showing to the left of the main frequency display. OTo transmit, just press the PTT (push-to-talk) switch on your microphone, and talk. To determine the optimum setting of the MIC control for your microphone, adjust it while speaking into the microphone (at a normal level) so that the meter deflects to about midrange on voice peaks (the upper end of the red ALC range). Once found, this setting can be left as it is unless you change microphones. You can adjust the RF PWR control for more or less output, from about 5 to 100 watts (on the upper PO meter scale), as desired. However, you should always use the lowest possible power output to maintain reliable communications - not only as a courtesy to other stations, but to minimize the possibility of causing RFI and TVI, and to reduce heat generation and maximize the life of the equipment. Transmitter Monitor The transmitter monitor is actually a separate receiver circuit MoN, which picks up a sample of your transmitted RF signal, allowing you to hear accurately how the signal sounds. This feature is very helpful for setting up the speech processor controls, among other things. [m] MIC ' j MICAMP MIXER MIXER 47.210MHz ---- @.-------- 4 5 5 kHz F} MIXER ------ @------- MIXER 8.215MH~ 455kHz MIXER Monitor Circuit p MONi ------ @------- ---- SPKR Operation Activate the monitor by pressing the orange button (below the AF GAIN control) so that its green LED lights, and adjust the LEVEL control beneath the meter for comfortable volume while transmitting. Audio feedback of your signal from the loudspeaker to the microphone may occur if "re LEVEL control is not properly set, you may want to use the monitor with headphones; if so you should plug them in now if you have them. Microphone Tone Selection Before setting up the speech processor, set the selector switch on the rear of the MH-31~8microphone (supplied) for the desired tone characteris"ric. The higher numbered setting suppresses low frequencies. RF Speech Processor ,t 3 3 J lr e U )t id ,f r 7 I Once the proper MIC control setting has been determined, you can activate the RF speech processsr to increase the average power of your transmitted signal. CB First set the METER selector to the ALC (Automatic Level Control) position, and ensure the level is within the red zone while speaking into the microphone. Next set the METER selector to the COMP (speech processor compression) position, and press the PROC button (at the left end of the row of buttons along the bottom) so that its orange LED lights. O Now while speaking into the microphone, adjust the PROC control for a compression level of 5 to 10 dB on the COMP scale of the meter (the second scale from the bottom). If you have the monitor activated, you will be able to hear the effect of the compression on your signal. In any case, we do not recommend higher compression settings, as your signal will become less readable. Finally, move the METER selector back to the ALC position, and (without touching the MIC control setting) adjust the RF PWR control so that the meter reads in the upper end of the red ALC scale on voice peaks. Remember -With the speech processor on, the W F PWR control now functions as a drive level control for ALC adjustment, and is no longer used for carrier output power adjustments. L@? VOX (Voice-Actuated T / R Switching) VOX operation allows you to activate the transmitter in any voice mode merely by speaking into the microphone, without having to press the PTT switch. For the VOX circuit to operate properly, three controls in the top access panel must be set to match your microphone and the acoustic environment of your station. Once set, these controls should not require readjustment unless you change your microphone or station location. (located on the ALC Unit beneath the top cover access panel) Controls for VOX Operation O First make sure the receiver is set for normal volume on a clear channel, and preset the vox (gain) control in the top access panel fully counterclockwise. Also preset the A - v o x (anti-vox) and DLN (vox delay) controls in the top access panel to their 12 o'clock positions. O Set the RF PWR control fully CCW (to avoid creating interference while you set up the VOX controls). Now press the VOX switch near the upper left corner of the front panel. O Without pressing the PTT switch, speak continuously into the microphone while slowly advancing the vox control (in the top access panel) clockwise, just until your voice activates the transmitter. O Now speak intermittently into the microphone, and note the "hang time" between the moment you stop speaking and when the receiver is reactivated. This period should be just long enough so that the transmitter remains keyed between words, but drops back to receive during pauses. Adjust the DLAY control, if necessary, for comfortable hang time. The A-VOX control probably needs no adjustment, but if you find that, with the microphone in its normal operating position, receiver audio from the loudspeaker trips the transmitter, advance the A-VOX control more clockwise. On the other hand, if transmitter keying with the VOX keying seems sluggish or unstable when you speak into the microphone, try a more counter-clockwise setting. page 37 Operation CW Tuansmissbn Electronic Keyer Operation There are several types of CW transmission available with the FT-1000MP. All require, of course, that you have a CW key or keyer paddles connected to either of the KEY jacks on the front or rear panel (with a 3-contact plug). You simply use the RF PWR control to set your output power. The built-in electronic keyer offers two iambic modes and a eae mechanical "bug" keyer emulation. You will need to connect keyer paddles to one of the KEY jacks to use the kever. KB-ae J Straight-Key Operation The keyer is set at the factory for iambic keying, in which one keyer paddle produces dits, and the other dahs. Squeezing both produces alternating dits and dahs. Menu selection 7-0 allows choosing three keyer modes: O first preset the RF PWR control to about 12 o'clock. Of course you must select the CW mode, if you haven't already, and for now, make sure the KEYER and BM-IN switches near the lower right corner of the front panel are both off. lambic 1 - lambic keyer with ACS (Auto-Character Spacing). Weighting is user-set via menu selection O Press the VOX button to turn on the VOX circuit, which provides autamtic transmitter activation when you close your key. If you want to practice CW with the sidetone, you can leave the VOX off. O To transmit, simply close your key and advance the RF PWR control for the desired power output level. lambic 2 - lambic keyer with ACS disabled. Weighting is user-set via menu selection. BUG - Emulates mechanical "bug" keyer (one paddle produces dits and the other is used to produce dahs manually (like a straight key), OYou can adjust the CW sidetone volume, if necessary, for a comfortable level using the trimmer accessable via the hole on the rear panel (see item #3 on page 19). OOnce the transceiver has been set up for CW transmission as just described, you can activate the keyer with the KEYER pushbutton near the lower iight corner of the' front panel (its green LED should light). O Release the key to return to receive. You are now using semi break-in CW, in which the transmitter remains activated except during pauses in your sending. You can set the delay during which the transmitter remains on after you stop sending, by adjusting the keyer delay setting (menu selection 7-5). tail du thc mz be thc rat a is for th€ 'I se art mi ONow squeeze the paddles, and adjust the SPEED control for the desired speed (if you are using the bug simulator mode, don't squeeze both paddles; just press the dit paddle). If the dot:dash weighting is not to your preference, see menu selections 7-1 & 7-2 to configure keyer settings. You can use the keyer for both semi and full break-in keying, as described in the previous section. However, if you prefer full break-in (QSK) operation, in which the receiver is activated between each dot and dash, simply press the BK-IN switch. - *Note only use 3-contact type 114" plug for key connections! CW Straight Key and Paddle Connections page 38 . I Operation ACS (Auto Character Spacing) Keyer Settings This feature improves your CW sending quality by ensuring the inter-character spacing of dits and d a h s remains constant. Although dotldash weighting is automatically maintained at the desired ratio, the inter-character spacing can sometims vary from operator to operator, and proportional spacing is sometimes not maintained. This does not present much of a problem during slow CW sending, but at higher speeds, the effect is more pronounced and sometimes makes copy difficult. Keyer Dot & Dash Weighting - The default keyer has a dash:dot ratio of 31. However, you can select EL2 and separately configure the dot and dash duration for the weighting you desire. Menu functions 7-1 and 7-2 adjust these default settinas. ACS works on the principle that the spacing between characters should be 3x the duration of the "dot." If you happen to have a 3:1 dash:dot ratio, this also happens to be the same duration of a "dash." Maintaining this inter-character spacing is what prevents the sent characters "E" and "T", for example, from merging into what sounds like the character "A" (see illustration). W :tiar its ACS is activated when keyer mode EL2 is selected from menu function 7-0. Paddle inputs are automatically adjusted by ACS before transmitter keying. Keyer Delay - For QSK (break-in) CW operation, the switchover time delay from Tx to Rx can be adjusted from 0 seconds (full break-in) to 5.1 0 seconds in 10-msec. steps. This setting is analogous to the VOX delay control for voice operation (see menu selection 7-5). C W Break-in - The switching time of the CW carrier waveform can be adjusted from 0 to 30 milliseconds for use with linear amplifiers with TIR switching circuits not designed for full-QSK operation. Menu selection 7-4 controls the time delay. See Linear Amplifier Operation on page 67 for more details. Contest # - A 4-digit number can be programmed for CW contest work. See Remote Control Operation (page 60) and menu function 7-3. C W Pitch Setting and Spot Tone i In CW mode (only), pressing the SPOT switch on the lower edge of the front panel activates the CW sidetone, which is also used as a spotting oscillator. The frequency of this tone is also (exactly) the frequency that the IF center frequency and display are offset from the true carrier frequency during CW reception. n -i .. ., < .s ,. ., ,, , ,, ,, , , , , , .. .. ,, ,, ,, , ,, ,, ,, . ,. ,. ., , You can press this switch when tuning in another station for the same tone as your sidetone, so that when you transmit, your signal will be on exactly the same frequency as his. Also, you will know that his signal is centered in your IF passband which ensures that you will not lose track of his signal when switching to a narrower filter. Of course, you should turn off the SPOT switch to copy his signal. ,, ,, ,, . ,, .. Morse "A" , , , , - , Morse "E" & "T" . s . , . . , ~ , , , ,, . , . The CW pitch can be set from 300 1050 Hz (in 50-Hz increments) to match that used by popular TNC (Terminal Node Controller) units and other CW decoders. If you know the CW pitch used with your unit, set this to match. While adjusting the pitch, you can have the frequency shown in the clarifier sub-display by enabling it via menu selection 3-5. OTo adjust the CW pitch (and spot tone along with it), press the SPOT switch then rotate the PITCH control to set the tone to the pitch you prefer, or that used by your TNC or CW depage 39 Operation coder. If the sub display is enabled for CW pitch you can view the default pitch frequency as you adjust it. The spot tone volume can be adjusted using the SIDETONE potentiometer accessable on the rear panel of the transceiver). In addition to the spotting oscillator, the directional tuning meter provides a constant visual indication of any signal at the center of the IF passband (if not too weak). You can just tune so that the segment flashes in sync with the signal of interest when it is centered (see page 28). Carrier Point Offset This feature allows shifting the carrier point IF passband (and hence the RF passband as well) of your transmitted signal in the SSB mode, to customize your signal for your own voice characteristics. Seven individual carrier settings can be USB Carrier (Tx & Rx) - adjustable from -200 LSB Carrier (Tx & Rx) - adjustable from -200 Transmitter setup for the AM mode is essentially the same as for LSB or USB, except that you must avoid overmodulating, and limit carrier power to 25 watts. O VOX can be used in the AM mode, but for now, make sure the vsx switch is off, so as not to confuse adjustments. With the AM mode selected, press the METER ALCICOMP button to view the ALC range. O Press the PTT and rotate the RF PWR control for the desired power output (remember to limit transmitter carrier power to 25 watts in the AM mode). O if you have already set the MIC control as described for SSB transmission, there should be no need to readjust it. If not, close the PTT, and adjust this control just to the point where the ALC begins to deflect slightly, and stays within the red ALC zone. Don't set it too far beyond this point, or your signal will become distorted from over-modulation, OThe transmit monitor is very helpful in setting the correct modulation level, and if you have headphones on, you should turn the monitor on now. Note that the speech processor is disabled in the AM mode. You can, however, activate the VOX if desired. For transmission, the only control on the front panel you need be concerned about is RF PWR. Microphone gain for FM is set via the separate FM MIC control in the top access panel, and normally needs no adjustment after leaving the factory. If you receive signals reports of low audio with a strong carrier, you may want to increase the gain. If you notice distortion in the transmit monitor, you may want to decrease it. Otherwise, we suggest leaving it alone. page 40 Processor Carrier (USB & LSB) - adjustable from -200 - +500 Hz. AM Carrier - adjustable + 3000 Hz. To display and adjust the various carrier settings, see menu selection 8-9. With the offset displayed, you can adjust it throughout the ranges shown above A minus sign indicates the offset is closer to the carrier (low-frequencyspeech emphasized). You can transmit during carrier display and Of course, you can adjust the offset by trial-and-error on the air, but it is better to use the built-in monitor circuit or a monitor receiver, in which you can hear the effect yourself. Otherwise, we recommend starting with +0.10 (+I00 Hz) offset initially, to add some "crispness" to your processed speech. Operation FM Repeater Operation Several features are available for operation on FM repeaters above 29 MHz which use 100-kHz splits. -BO locate these repeaters, you can ask around the calling channel (29.6 MHz), or you may want to load a block of memory channels (see page 47) with 50-kHz frequency multiples from 29.61 to 29.7 MHz (and FM mode, of course). Then set the squelch so that the receiver is silent on a clear channel, and hold the microhone UP/DWN keys to scan the memories. Repeater Shift - When you find a repeater, press the RPT button, once for "-" shift (to transmit 100 kHz below your receiving frequency). Pressing it again will select "+" shift, but this is not used above 29.6 MHz. Press it once more to return to simplex. Try a quick identification transmission to make sure you have the shift right. Repeater T X Offset- For repeaters not using the standard 100 kHz offfset, you can change the default offset between 0 - 200 kHz via menu selection 6-9. CTCSS Tone - A low-level 88.5-Hz subaudible tone is transmitted to access closed repeaters. Should a different CTCSS tone be required, you can choose any one of 33 standard tones via menu selection 6-7. Tone Duration - Continuous or burst CTCSS tone transmission is enabled from menu selection 6-8. . - - -- - -1 . CTCSS Tone Frequencies I -- .- - --- .--- All you need to do is set the METER selector to the PO position, and adjust the RF PWR control for the desired output while transmitting. If you need full power, keep your transmissions to three minutes or less, with the same time for reception. You can use the VOX circuit for t/r switching, if desired, and the transmit monitor to listen to your signal. See also the FM Repeater Operation box. C!arifier Offset Tuning) The three CLAR buttons near the lower right corner of the front panel, and the control just above them, are used to CLAR offset either the receive, transmit, or both frequencies from their settings on the main display. The three small numbers in the center of the display (just to the right of the main freI?x TX CLEAR quency display) show the current clarifier offset (this can be changed, however, to display other settings - see the following page). The clarifier controls on the FT-1000MP are designed to allow you to preset an offset (up to k9.99 kHz) without actually retuning, and then to activate it with the clarifier's RX and TX buttons. 0 ntjn Perform the following steps, if you like, to familiarize yourself with the clarifier controls: 0Without pressing any of the clarifier buttons, rotate the CLAR knob back and forth while watching the small center display. Notice that the small digits change, indicating the preset clarifier offset (which hasn't been applied to the Tx or Rx frequency yet) while the main display remains unchanged. appears below the smaller offset display, and if you press the PTT you will see the Tx frequency shift by the amount of clarifier offset. Cl If you press RX instead, notice that &-77.0 Hz 127.3 Hz 186.2 Hz 82.5 Hz 131.8 Hz 192.8 Hz 88.5 Hz* 136.5 Hz 203.5 Hz 94.8 Hz 141.3 Hz 210.7 Hz 100.0 Hz 146.2 Hz 218.1 Hz 103.5 Hz / 151" 4 Hz / 225.7 Hz -m 0 if you press the clarifier TX button, m- appears and the frequency offset is applied and the display shifts to the offset receive frequency accordingly. Press the PTT switch, and notice that the transmit frequency remains the same as the original frequency display when the receive clarifier is on.You can reset the offset to 0.00 kHz at any time by simply pressing CLEAR. 0With the RX clarifier active, the center tuning marker just above the main frequency display moves to the right or left as you change the offset by rotating the cLAR knob. Also notice that the main frequency and the clarifier offset displays change together, 0 R J 8 j page 4 1 Operation CJ Now press the clarifier CLEAR key and observe that the offset is cleared to zero, and the Main VFO frequency returns to what it was originally. The clarifier is commonly used when you are in contact with a station whose transmitter drifts (or perhaps you didn't have him quite tuned in when you called him). You don't want to change your transmitting frequency, as that would force him to retune - you just want to adjust your receiver. When you finish your QSO, remember to press the clarifier RX button again to turn off the clarifier. However, if you hear another station you want to call right on the frequency he was on, instead of turning off the clarifier, you can just press the TX clarifier button to bring your transmitter onto the same frequency, and make your call (now both the receive and transmit frequencies are offset by the displayed amount). Keep in mind, however, that you will need to press both the RX and TX clarifier buttons again to turn off the clarifier when you finish. You might also want to clear the offset when done. The FT-1000MP actually has an independent clarifier for each VFO, on every band and alternate sub receiver, plus one on each of the 99 memories. This means that clarifier TWRX and affset settings are not carried over when you change bands or memory channels, but rather are stored until you return to that VFO, band, sub receiver, or memory again. Clarifier Settings There are several settings that affect clarifier operation and the way the frequency is displayed that you should be familiar with. After understanding their relationships, you can set them as desired. Tuning Steps -The default 10-Hz tuning steps for the clarifier can be changed similar to the VFO's using menu function 1-9. Choose between 0.625 Hz, 1.25 Hz, 2.5 Hz, 5 Hz, 10 Hz or 20 Hz clarifier steps. Clarifier M-Tune - Programmed memories can be re-tuned using the clarifier when this is enabled (menu function 1-8). We will discuss memory tuning in detail later on. page 42 Offset Display Mode The small sub-panel to the right of the MAIN VFO-A display can be configured to show one of four different operating parameters. By default the Tx or Rx clarifier offset appears. However, this can be changed to the channel frequency, split offset (difference between VFO-A and VFO-B), or else the CW Pitch setting. Which display you choose, of course, depends on your operating habits, but can be easily changed using menu function 3-5. The following is a brief description of each display mode. CUR Clarifier Offset m Memory Channel Frequency 0 H E W 0 CH Split Offset (VFQ A - VFO B) ,'c-ssc,' if!jj CW Pitch (carrier offset) Clarifier Offset - this 3-digit display shows the clarifier Tx or RX offset (). 9.99 kHz) to be applied to the operating frequency. Channel Frequency - this displays the f requency stored in the memory channel displayed to the right. If the memory has not yet been stored with data, the display remains blank (except for a lone decimal point). Offset - displays the absolute (+I -) frequency difference between MAIN VFO-A and SUB VFOB. For operators chasing DX stations working split, this makes tuning "down" easier (no mental subtraction from your operating frequency is needed). CW Pitch - this displays the CW BFO pitch as adjusted by the PITCH control at the lower right corner of the front panel. Using Sub VFO B M,XER 47 MHz 1st IF Filter IF AMP \ -1 47.21 MIXER t - L.O. 77.21 MHz L.O. 46.755 Sub Receiver IF Diagram merely press the rn key followed by the key for the same band that the Sub VFO is already on. LOCK The Sub VFO works in a similar manner to the Main VFO, with which you should be familiar by now. The Sub VFO provides simple split (transmitlreceive) frequency operation via the F l button, and, more importantly, dual-channel reception via the IEEI button. We'll get into those in a minute, but first let's look at how to control the Sub VFO. Additionally, you can enter a frequency from the keypad into the Sub VFO by pressing the key before pressing the key (and the digits of the new frequency you want to enter into the Sub VFO, followed by ETl again). Of course, you can tune the Sub VFO using its tuning knob, and use faster tuning steps by holding the FAST button (below the left side of the main tuning knob). You can use the large DOWN and UP keys (in both normal and 1-MHz fast steps) for the Sub VFO as well, if you just press the key first. About the only things you cannot do with the Sub VFO (that you can with the Main VFQ), are Frequency, mode, and clarifier data can be store it directly into a memory, and set the clarifier. transferred from the Main VFO to the Sub VFO by For these functions you need to swap it with the pressing 1,but don't forget that this will overMain VFO first ( p u s h i ~ 1then 9 hold the E [ Jbutwrite any settings that were in the Sub VFO pre'/2-second (to store it in a memory) or set ton for viously. Also, the contents of the two VFOs can be I again to return the clarifier, and then press . swapped (with no loss of data) by pressing I the data to the respective VFOs. Most selections for the Main VFO can also be ' made for the Sub VFO directly, by pressing rn Dual Reception right before another keypad key to select a band, or before a mode button to change the Sub VFO Pressing the blue button activates the SUB mode (displayed below the Sub VFO frequency). indicator appears at VFO-B receiver. The the left of the display, and the green RX LED Unlike the Main VFO, with its triple-conversion above the SUB VFO-B tuning knob lights. Dual receiver, the Sub VFO receiver uses double-conreceive operation opens up exciting operating version circuitry with 47 MHz and 455 kHz interpossibilities for split operation, contesting, and mediate frequencies. Filters are selected chasing elusive DX stations. aslfomatically in the sub receiver, according to the operating mode. A &kHz AM filter and 2.4-kHz SSBIGW filter come installed from the factory. For CW work, a third optional 500-Hz narrow filter is To have Sub VFO B track the Main Receiver also available from your dealer. After installation, VFO while tuning (with dual reception on or off), this narrow filter must be enabled for automatic simply hold the LOCK button depressed. selection via menu selection 5-8. a When you press the rn key, the entire display for the Sub V F 8 will blink, after which you have five seconds to press another key. Note that to switch VFQ registers in the Sub VFO, you need With LOCK depressed, the appears when the main tuning knob is rotated, and the Sub VFO tracks the Main receiver. Release the button to resume normal tuning. page 43 It The Main and Sub VFO share the same antenna and front-end bandpass filter, and so should be tuned fairly close to each other for maximum sensitivity (that is, within 500 kHz or so at low frequencies, or within several MHz at higher frequencies). Although you may be able to receive on, say, 21 and 28 MHz at the same time, you may find the SUB VFO-B receiver signal attenuated. There are 12 BPF networks in the receiver front-end circuitry, each covering a particular segment of the transciever's full receive range. SUB VFO-B receiver specifications are only guaranteed while tuning within the same bandpass as the MAlN VFO-A. Main and Sub VFO Audio The AF GAlN control has concentric controls for both MAlN and SUB VFO volume. The effect these controls have on receiver audio can be changed, and is configured using menu selection 4-9. AF GAlN control knob operation can be set to either of the two following modes: Using - Headphones for Dual Receive To take advantage of dual reception, you will want to connect stereo headphones to the PHONES jack. Like the AF GAlN control, headphone audio mixing can also be configured as desired from menu selection 4-8. Three audio mixing schemes are selectable as follows: Mono - audio from both the main and sub receiver is combined equally in both ears (as from the loudspeaker when headphones are not used). Stereo 1 - this is a combination of the above two modes and gives you some audio from each channel in each ear, but with the main receiver emphasized in the left ear, and the sub receiver emphasized in the right ear, resulting in a kind of "3-D" spatial audio effect. Stereo 2 - audio from the main receiver is only heard in the left ear, and audio from the sub receiver is heard only in the right ear. Separate - the receiver volume for the MAlN and SUB VFOs is adjusted independently. This simply means that the center (MAIN) knob controls SUB VFO-A volume and the outer ring controls SUB VFO-B. Note that both the MAIN and SUB VFOs must and the AF GAIN be activated by pressing control must be balanced (centered) to hear both receivers. Compare these two positions with both VFOs tuned to signals, to select the audio mixing scheme you prefer. Balance - the center knob adjusts the volume for both the MAIN and SUB VFO simulfaneously. The outer ring now functions as a "balance" control between main and sub audio. Also observe that the RF GAIN, SHIFT, WIDTH, and AGC functions do not affect the sub receiver (AGC is automatically selected according to mode, or else from menu selection 8-7). Note - to "reverse" Main and Sub receiver audio at any time, press the AF REV button just to the left of the UP/DWN keys so its LED lights. The functions of the center and outer AF GAlN controls are now switched. Press the button again to return operation to normal. Remember that when the SUB VFO B is turned off by pressing again, the AF GAlN control configurations no longer apply. NOTCH, Headphone Audio Adjustments The Main and Sub receiver audio levels available from headphone jacks A & B are manually adjustable. Underneath the top panel access cover are four trimpots allowing individual adjustment of Main and Sub audio for each headphone jack. With a headphone inserted into the appropriate jack, you can rotate these controls using a small insulated screwdriver for optimum level and balance. Refer to the drawing below for trimpot locations. , page 44 SUB RX i MAlN RX LEVEL ADJ, 1 LEVEL ADJ. SUB RX LEVEL ADJ. Split Frequency Operation Typical split operation involves receiving on the Main VFO (A) or a memory channel, and transmitting on the Sub VFO (B). The special case of FM repeater operation uses some features of its own, and is described in the box on page 41. Rare DX stations often announce that they will "listen up" or "listen down" a few kHz (from their Tx frequency) when calling CQ or during contests to avoid being covered by the DX pileup from responding stations that often occurs. To activate Split operation, you can either press F l or the TX button/LED above the Sub VFO-B tuning knob. In either case appears at the left of the display, and the red TX LED above the Sub VFO tuning knob lights. Split operation can be activated with or without dual reception, however, we recommend that you have dual receive on, to allow you to monitor your transmit frequency on the Sub VFO (while receiving), as well as the Main VFO receiving frequency, so you don't accidentally "step on" somebody. A few button functions you need to know for split operation are explained below. w l - pressing this activates the Sub VFO for transmission. - pressing this copies the displayed contents of Main VFO A into Sub VFO B, overwriting its previous contents. =I - pressing this switches "trades" the displayed contents of the Main and Sub VFOs. Split Operation Modes The FT-1000MP offers three modes of Split operation (chosen by menu selection 8-2): Normal - in this default configuration, pressing activates Sub VFO-B for transmission. Other settings (such as mode and frequency) must be manually set for the Sub VFO. 1-1 Auto - when is pressed, Sub VFO-B is enabled for transmit, and the selected operating mode from Main VFO A is automatically copied into Sub VFO-B. The transmission frequency must still be manually set for the Sub VFO. A- B - same as Auto mode above, however, a preset frequency off set (known as a "Quick Split') is also applied to Sub VFO B for transmission. The "Quick Splif' is handy when you know the offset a DX station will be listening on beforehand. The offset is applied instantly, saving time and mental arithmetic. A Quick Split offset up to + 100 kHz can be selected in menu selection 1-6. The drawing below shows the effects on Sub VFO B for each Split operating mode. Also recall on page 42 that the sub panel offset display can be configured for split operation (that is, to display the current offset between the two VFOs). page 45 Operation Sideband Diversity Reception Here you receive a single AM signal through the two receivers, each receiving the opposite sideband. Skywave-propagated signals often show phase distortion in this mode, but it gives you a view of the entire passband, from which you can then select the best sideband for listening (or for SWL Dx'ing, you may want to listen to both sidebands at the same time, to get the best copy). On groundwave signals, where the phase of the sidebands is likely to be the same, there is an interesting sense of depth to the signal. To tune in a signal using this mode, you should have stereo headphones connected to the front panel PHONES jack, or an external stereo amplifier connected to the rear panel AF OUT jack. O Set the Main VFO to either LSB or USE3 mode, and tune for zero beat on the desired signal. O Press 1to copy this mode and frequency into the Sub VFO, then press the mode button to select the opposite sideband for the Main VFO. O If using headphones, set the headphone mixing scheme to the Stereo 1 mode and press EEI to activate dual reception. Adjust the AF GAIN control to balance the volume of the two receivers. If using an external amplifier, adjust its balance control. If interference is present on one of the channels, you may have to turn its AF G A ~ Ncontrol to suppress that channel. Otherwise, try changing the headphone audio mixing scheme to Stereo 2 or Mono in the menu selection for different effects (or try settings with similar effects on your external amplifier). Although you don't get the "stereophonic" effect in the monaural mode, the two signals are still mixed, offering the potential for much better copy than in regular AM or even single-sideband ECSS modes. Bandwidth Diversity Reception This mode involves receiving the same signal through two different bandpass filters. The frequency and mode of each VFQ is the same. The main receiver provides a narrow bandpass, and the sub receiver a wide bandpass, resulting in a spatial perception of the channel. Although any mode (except FM) can be used, CW offers the widest array of choices, and perhaps the most startling effects on crowded channels. Stereo headphones or an external stereo amplifier are recommended for this mode. To set up the transceiver for bandwidth diversity reception: page 46 §-Meter - you can enable or disable the S-meter for the sub receiver via menu selection 3-6. Peak-Hold - Additionally, if you want the "peak-hold" meter function (see page 28) for the Sub Receiver S-meter, it can be turned onloff by menu selection 3-8. Tuning Steps - SUB VFO-B, step sine (0.625 - 20 Hz) is selected in menu function 1-4. Sub Receiver AGC - AGC attack can be switched from automatic (default) to either fast or slow using menu selection 8-7. Filters - When installed, the optional 500-Hz IF filter can be selected from the front-panel via menu selection 5-8. Lastly, if you want to disable SUB VFB-B operation entirely, it can be turned off from menu selection 7-8 (the display still appears and the SUB VFB-B knob can be turned, but nothing is received). While disabled, the sub receiver can be activated momentarily for split operation by pressing either m , or the SUB VFO-B RX button1LED. O Select the desired mode on the Main VFO, and the 2.0- or 2.4-kHz filter (or wide AM - press the 2.4K button if it's LED is lit, so that it turns off). OTune to the signal of interest (if in CW mode, use the SPOT button to center the signal in the passband). O Press inL&] to copy this mode and frequency into the Sub VFO, then press one of the narrower BANDWIDTH selections to select a narrow filter for the Main VFO. O if using headphones, set the headphone mixing scheme to the Stereo 1 mode and press W to activate dual reception. Next adjust the AF GAIN control to balance the volume of the Wo receivers, if using an external amplifier, adjust its balance control. Select the wider filter first, and copy that selection into the Sub VFO to allow extra flexibility using the Main VFO. For example, try the SHIFT and WIDTH controls for some interesting effects. Before retuning, remember to press @ to turn off dual reception, and also select a wide filter. When you find another signal, re-select your narrow filter after copying the new frequency into the Sub VFQ. Operation Memory Features Memory S t ~ c t u r e The FT-1000MP contains ninety-nine regular memories, labeled 1-1 through 1-99, nine special programmed limit memories, labeled P I through P9, and five QMB (Quick Memory Bank) memories, labeled C1 -C5. Each stores a pair of frequencies and modes, plus widelbarrow IF selections (for CW and AM modes), clarifier onloff and offset settings, plus split frequency status. By default, the 99 regular memories are contained in one group; however, they can be arranged in up to 5 separate groups if desired. P W - Pressing this for 1/2 second copies the frequency and operating data stored in a selected memory into the VFO. Momentariiy pressing this activates memory checking ( blinks) for 3 seconds. This is described in the next section on memory storage and recall. - Pressing this activates memory checking (memory programming is next) and displays the contents of memory channels in the right SUB VFO-B display. Memory Programming Memory programming allows storing your favorite or often-used frequencies into memory channels for long-term storage and quick recall. The FT-1000MP memories are retained after power-off by a long-life lithium backup battery that should not need to replaced for more than 5 years. Should you expect to not use your transceiver for extended periods, you can switch off the backup battery via the rear panel switch to conserve lithium backup battery life (see page 101). Copying VFO-A Data to Selected Memory You can store the frequency and all operational settings for the displayed VFO into a memory channel by following this simple procedure: CJ Set up all operating parameters and frequency Like VFO operation, you can freely tune and change the mode or clarifier settings and you can also copy settings from one memory to another. In ,fact, you can do nearly anything with a memory that you can with the VFOs, except for the special PMS memories (PI -PO), described later. jMtAJ and lm]buttons are used The lTll-I, to control various memory operations, as follows: 9 1 x 1-This toggles betvieen memory or VFO operation. If a displayed memory has been re-tuned, pressing l""...i once returns to the original memory contents, and pressing it again returns to the last-used VFO. - When receiving on a VFO or re-tuned sec. writes the memory, holding this for current operating data to the currently selected memory. Two beeps sound, and any previous data in memory is overwritten. Momentarily pressing this activates memory blinks) for 3 seconds. This is described in the next section on memory storage and recall. I-[ as desired on MAIN VFO-A. t 3 Rotate the MEMNFO CH knob to select the memwill start blinking). ory channel to fill ( still blinking), hold t3 Then, within 3 seconds ( for 112 second so that two beeps sound. The VFO contents are now stored in the selected memory channel and you are left operating on the VFO. Copying a Selected Memory to VFO-A Likewise you can store the frequency and all operational settings for the selected memory channel into MAIN VFO-A. Normally, you must manually increment the channel number when programming consecutive memories. If you would like to save time and have the channel number automatically increment after writing each memory, this can be enabled in menu page 47 Operation 1 i i 1 i 0 Rotate the MEMNFO CH knob ( select the memory channel to copy. ClHold 1-1 for second so that two beeps sound. The memory channel data is now copied to MAlN VFO-A, and you are left operating on the VFO. Memory Checking Memory Number I - LACK- Activated Before storing or recalling a memory, you will usually want to check its contents. One memory channel number is displayed at all times (just to the left of the CH indicator at the right center of the display). You can change the selected channel number by rotating the MEWFO CH knob. If you rotate this knob while receiving on the VFO or a re-tuned memory, blinks beneath the channel number, and the and frequency previously stored in the selected channel will be displayed in place of the SUB VFO-B display. for three seconds after yo turning the knob. If the memory is vacant, appears above the channel number and nothing is displayed except two decimal points. You can also view memories by pressing P I , in which case memory data is continuously disremains on and doesn't blink). You must press [ m3again to return the display to the VFO. Momentarily pressing either 1 x 1or M.AI also activates memory checking. As mentioned before, blinks as the frequency and mode indicators change to show the contents of the last-selected memory. If you touch nothing else, the display reverts to your current operating pa- Stored M e m o r y Operating Data I1 USB HF TRANSCEIVER F T - I QOQMP rameters automatically after 3 seconds. By turning the front panel MEMNFO CH knob before the 3 seconds expires, you can select for display each of the general purpose and PMS memories. Pressing these buttons restarts the 3-second timer, so as long as you are changing channels, memory checking mode persists. Note: When checking memories, both vacant and filled memories are displayed. If you would like to skip over vacant memories, press the FAST button before memory Basic Memory Storage Procedure MAlN VFO-A Step 1 S e t up M A l N VFO-A parameters (such as band,freq, mode, filters, clarifier offset, e t c . ) as desired. - Step 2 Press @ momentarily to activate memory checking - M E W CH m Step 3 ' -------+ Step 4 Within 3 seconds rotate the M E M selector to display the desired memory t o program. page 48 Again, within 3 seconds, hold @ until two beeps sound to store VFO data into the selected memory. Finished! Operation Grouping hlemories Group I Group 2 Group 3 Group 4 Group 5 The 99 regular memories and PMS memories P I -P9 can be grouped among up to five memory banks, if desired. Memory grouping is configured by menu functions 0-1 through 0-5. By default, Group 1 is filled with all memories; Groups 2-5 are disabled (empty). Group 2 is enabled by not filling group 1 to capacity, and carrying over the extra memories, and so on. You could fill Group 1 with memories 1-20, for example, and carry over memories 21 -99 & P I -P9 to Group 2, or else you can apportion them among Groups 2-5, as desired. Remember that to carry over memories from one group to the next, the preceeding group must not be filled to capacity (i.e., the group holding memory channel P9 is the last enabled group). Default Memory Grouping (all memories in Group I) I Group I Group 2 Group 3 Group 4 Group 5 I Example 1 (all memories divided among five groups) Group I Group 2 Group 3 Group 4 Group 5 Recalling & Operating on Memory Channels To recall data stored in a memory for operation, you can copy it into the VFO, or else switch from VFO to memory operation by pressing F 1 . Since you can freely tune any memory, copying it to the VFOs only gives you the advantage of @El3display indication. second copies the current for Holding 1-1 memory channel data into VFO-A. Pressing it only momentarily shows you the contents of the mem' ory, without overwriting VFO-A data. Otherwise, when you press and hold El,you lose the previous contents of VFO-A, and if you were receiving on the VFO, operation shifts to the frequency and mode just copied from the memory. In most situations, it is convenient to switch from VFO to memory operation by pressing l"pr.l. This method allows you to leave any VFO settings undisturbed, so you can instantly recall them just by pressing again. When actually operating on a memory (if you haven't yet re-tuned it), the IMEM) indicator is disand you can rotate the played instead of MEMIvFO CH knob or press the microphone UPlDWN buttons to select any previously-stored memories for operation. m, Example 2 (all memories custom-configured) Memory Tuning With this mode, you can emulate VFO tuning and operation on a memory channel and retain the memory checking feature: if you change frequency, mode or clarifier settings, "MEM" is replaced with "MTUNE". During memory tuning, the microphone UPIDWN buttons now duplicate tuning knob functions like VFO operation (rather than select memory channels as before). Pressing l%d once cancels any re-tuned changes to the memory and reverts to the memory recall mode ("MEM"displayed again). Pressing once more returns to VFO operation. ml Memory Tuning makes operation on memories 1 to 99 just as flexible as the VFOs (memories P I P9 have special additional features, described later). If you want to save changes to a re-tuned memory channel, use the same procedure you use to store the VFOs to memory: Press ["'e,,l momentarily and rotate the MEMNFO CH knob to select another memory (if desired), or just hold E S l for 1/2-second until the double beep sounds (to overwrite the current memory with the re-tuned data). - page 49 Operation The labeling and function of EXJ during memory tuning is somewhat deceptive as the VFO settings, which are hidden at this point, are not involved in this operation at all, since those of the recalled memory have taken their place. Copying between Memories The same procedure for copying VFO-A into memories is also used to copy one memory to another. Like VFO-A, one memory can be selectively copied; however, there are a few differences. Additional settings are entered directly into C1, with previously stored entries shifted to the next available Quick Memory. This "stacking" system keeps the most recent entry in the first memory, and automatically shifts older entries into the next consecutive memory. After all Quick memories have been filled, additional entries overwrite previous ones on a "first-in, first-out" basis (as shown inside the box below). O To copy from one memory to another (including PMS memories), first activate memory tuning by simply turning the VFO dial so that "M-TUNE" appears (and then tuning back to the desired frequency). O Rotate the MEMNF~ GH knob to select a memory to fill, then (within 3 secs.), press EXJ to copy the contents from the re-tuned (source) memory to the destination memory. QMB (Quick Memory Bank) Operation The Quick Memory Bank is comprised of five memories (labeled C I - C5) independent from the regular and PMS memories. These can quickly store operating parameters for later recall. You might find this handy to use when you have tuned a station of interest that you want to save, but don't want to overwrite your regular or PMS memories, especially if you have them organized a specific way. You can use the QMB memories the same way you would a notepad in your shack - for jotting down (saving) frequencies and modes to come back to later. There are five QMB memories enabled by default; however you can disable some if desired, using menu selection 0-6. OTo copy settings into the first Quick Memory (C-I), simply press m. I3 Stored Quick Memories are recalled by pressing @!J repeatedly to select the desired memory displayed at the left and Quick Memory channel number is displayed in the memory box, as shown below). O To revert from QMB operation back to VFO-A, 5 1 once. simply press 1 Limiting Memory Group Operation If you have assigned filled memories into more than one group (as explained on the previous page), you can enable a particular group and limit memory recall and scanning operation (covered later) only to those memories in that selected group, if so desired. To do this, simply rotate the MENVVFOGH knob so that any memory channel number in the desired group is displayed, then press the MEM GWWP button just above and to the left (see box below). The indicator appears and you will find that only memories within that group are now available for recall and operation. H MEM Quick Memory Bank Recalled page 50 MEMNFOCH select desired group H MEM MEMNFOCH press MEM GROUP Operation Scanning Features llw Scanning Scan Resume Mode You can start scanning on MAIN VFO-A by holding the microphone UP or DWN button for 112 second (the receiver squelch does not have to be closed in this case). TO increase the scan speed (x10) press either the microphone FST button (momentary-type) or the front panel FAST button. Scanning continues up or down until a button is pushed, or else "loops-around" when the upper or lower receiver limits are reached. There are three choices that determine how scanning will respond when activity is detected. Scan resume operation is configured by recalling menu selection 2-1, and choosing the desired mode. Below is an outline of each scan resume Scan speed is determined by the receiver "dwell time" using menu function 2-4. Dwell time is the duration that each channel is sampled for activity as the receiver scans up or down and is adjustable from 1 msec (fast) to 100 msec (slowest). Try experimenting with different durations until you reach the desired scan rate. Memory Scanning The 99 memories in the FT-1000MP offer some choices regarding how they are scanned, and, after the following brief description, you can decide how to tailor scanning for your operating needs. When receiving on a recalled memory (with IMEM) displayed), you can scan all stored memo- ries by just holding the microphone DWN or UP button for '/2 second to start. If you want scanning to pause on signals, you must first adjust the SQL control to silence the receiver (green indicator off) on a clear channel. Scanning pauses on any channel having a signal strong enough to open the squelch, and the two decimal points in the frequency display blink. You may need to readjust the SQL control to prevent scanning from stopping on only background noise. Scan speed is not affected by the microphone or panel FAST buttons, but is configured by menu selection 2-3. The memory scanning "dwell time" is adjustable from 100 (fast) 1000 msec (slow). - To stop scanning, press the PTT switch (no transmission will occur), or a microphone button again. When scanning, keep in mind that the IPO and ATT selections also affect the squelch threshold by changing receiver front-end sensitivity. mode and how it operates. Carrier Stop (default) - With the squelch closed, scanning pauses on signal activity, then resumes soon after the carrier disappears. With the squelch open, scanning will not continue unless the receiver is quieted again ( s a control). ~ Carrier Timed Stop - With the squelch closed, scanning pauses on activity, then resumes automatically after a preset duration (5 seconds by default), whether signal activity remains or not (time-delay resume). Carrier Timed Slow - With the squelch closed, scanning slows down (but doesn't stop) for a preset duration (5 seconds by default), when activity is detected. For the Timed Stop and Timed Slow modes, the pause duration can be set between 1 and 10 seconds with menu selection 2-7, or else the scan pause (resume) feature can be disabled completely using menu selection 2-0. If disabled, scanning will not stop for any activity. Memory Scan Skip By default, all programmed memories are included for scanning. However, you can "flag" some of them to be skipped while scanning. To do this, recall the memory you want to be skipped, and hold either front panel or microphone FAST button while pressing lml momentarily so the "dash" between the group number and memory channel number disappears. If you have flagged a memory to be skipped, and later want to enable it again, just repeat the FAST + EZl procedure. page 51 Operation After programming many memories, you may have tagged specific ones to be skipped during scanning. Should you later change your mind and want to scan all of them again, you don't have to go back and re-enable each tagged one (there's an easier way). Recall menu function 2-6 and change the "Scan All" setting from off to on. The memory tags are still retained, but ignored when this setting is turned on. To return to selective scanning, simply change the setting to "off". 4 Ll I 4&-# z4-44z &4:&# Bid 0B- 4&I lower limit -4 Ex: Limit tuning &scanning to the 17-m band. Memory "Masking" You may want to hide some memories from operation, to simplify selection of others. To mask a displayed memory, while JMEM) is displayed, press and hold for ?h second until the double beep sounds. But be careful: if you do this instead while (M is E displayed ) - that is, after retuning the memory, the retuned data will overwrite the original memory data, but it will not be masked. So, if you have re-tuned the memory and don't want to save the changes, cancel them first by pressing El once, and then hold In-Mi for ?h second. No frequency digits appear for masked memories - just the two decimal points remain. Masked memories are also skipped during scanning. If you don't overwrite a masked memory, you can unmask it simply by repeating the same procedure you used to mask it. Programmed Memory Scanning PMS Memories P I P9 - To limit scanning (or tuning) to within a parficular frequency range, you can use Programmed Memory Scanning (PMS) provided with nine special-purpose memories (PI P9). First, store the upper and lower frequency limits of the range in a consecutive pair of PMS memories (i.e., P I & P2, P2 & P3, etc). For example, P2 might contain the lower edge and P3 the upper. Next recall the first memory of the pair that hold the range you want to scan or tune, then nudge the main VFO knob - page 52 to activate memory tuning ( appears). Tuning and scanning are now within the limits of the selected PMS memory pair, keeping operation inside this programmed range. O Press iY.B,.1 as necessary, to display ivFo).Tune to the low edge of the 17-m band: 18.068 MHz and select the desired mode (here, USBI CW). CI Rotate the MEMNFO CH knob and select memis still blinking) hold ory P I . Then (while JA.M]for ?h sec. to write the VFO into P I . O Press 1 5 1 to select the VFO, tune to the high edge of the 17-m band (18.168 MHz), then select the desired mode. 0 Rotate the MEMNFQ CH knob, then select memory P2. Hold I mIfor '/2 sec. to write the VFO into P2. Now recall memory P I , and turn the tuning knob (to activate memory tuning). Tuning and scanning are now limited to the 18.068- to 18.168-MHz range until you press El to return to memory channel operations, In.M1 to copy the displayed frequency to a memory, or E l to write the displayed frequency to a VFO. While scanning the VFO or a retuned memory, you can have the FT-1000MP automatically write active channels into memories for later recall and scanning. As scanning pauses on activity, frequency information is written into available memories in Group 1, or all enabled groups, until full. You can leave scanning unattended, if desired, then return later to recall and check memories for station activity. To enable this feature, recall menu function 2-5, and select GROUP 1, ALL GROUPS, or OFF. Follow the procedures outlined for VFO Scanning, Memory Tuning, and also review the descriptions for Scan Resume Modes. Remember that for scanning to stop on activity, the squelch must be closed. Operation Modes with the FT-1000MP The FT-1000MP offers special features for digital modes, such as a built-in digitally-synthesized AFSK generator for R and AMTOR terminal units, IF bandwidth optimization and automatic display offsets, and an 18-ms transmitto-receive turn-around time. Note that the Sub VFO receiver bandwidth is selectable between 6.0 kHz, 2.4 kHz and 500 Hz (optional YF-115C required) in the RTTY and PKT modes. Low-level Main Receiver audio ouput is provided from the rear-panel RTTY and PKT jacks, and is unaffected by front panel volume control settings. If you prefer to use Sub Receiver audio for TNC input, switch ssoo-i (located on the AF UNIT PCB between the Dvsa and PKT connectors) can be moved from the MAIN to the SUB position. Audio level is 100 mV from both jacks. The RTTY level is fixed; however, PKT audio level can be adjusted by V R ~ Q I OIn . many cases, it is easier to perform level adjustments at the TNC. RTTY and AMBOR with a TNC First determine if you will be using FSK or AFSK operation with your TNC. Check with the TNC documentation to determine if FSK operation is possible. With FSK operation, the FT1000MP generates the mark and space tones; when using AFSK keying, your TNC will generate the mark and space tones instead. Construct a patch cable between your TNC and the appropriate rear panel jack (RTTY for FSK, PACKET for AFSK). Refer to the pin-out diagram below, and the wiring instructions included with your TNC. Connect your TNC to the jack you will use on the rear panel, as shown below. Also, configure RTTY menu selections 6-0-6-3 for the shift, polarity, tone pair and display offset you will use. The default settings for these selections are the most common ones used, but may differ depending on your operating requirements. A brief description of RTW-associated settings are listed below. RTTV Shift - Menu selection 6-0 chooses the frequency shift between mark and space tones. Amateur RTTY uses 170 Hz by convention, 850 Hz for MARS and other services. I Important Note! - if changing shift to other than 170 Hz, be sure to re-calibrate the tuning meter as outlined on page 72. The calibration routine is simple, and ensures your center tuning indication matches the new shift (tone pair). Station Interconnections for Digital Modes AFSK Packet Patch Cable Y RS-232C Serial Interface Cable Personal Computer with Terminal Software Package installed PACKET (AFSK) Patch Cable Terminal Node Controller Unit FT-1000MP Transceiver DIN Plug Connections PTT RX AF OUT Both jacks pin-outs appear as viewed looking at the rear panel. SHIFT GND * Level adjustable via VR3010. page 53 II Operation R n Y Polarity - Normally a mark tone (2125 Hz by default) is transmitted during keydown in LSB R T Y operation. With reverse polarity, a space tone (2295 Hz) would be generated instead. Polarity is changed using menu selection 6-1. R T Y Tone Pair - Select either high or low tonepair operation using menu selection 6-2. If you are using the same modem for both VHF and HF operation and cannot software-selectthe tone pair needed for each band, you may want to consider using the low tone pairs. R TTY Operation R n Y Frequency Display Offset - By default, the frequency displayed on the front panel during RTTY operation is the frequency of the mark signal, but if you prefer to display the (suppressed) carrier frequency, use menu selection 6-3. Display Offset for RTTY Operation Space Tone 2295 Hz Mark Tone 2125 Hz RTTY Offset (Mark Tone) I Shift 14.070 MHz Carrier Frequency (suppressed) Space Tone 2295 Hz Mark Tone 2125 Hz m ! Y . U 14.070 MHz Carrier Frequency (suppressed) page 54 For optimum signal-to-noise ratio, use the 250Hz BANDWIDTH selection for 170-Hz shift, the 500Hz selection for 425-Hz shift, or the 2.0-kHz selection for 850-Hz shift. Remember Sub VFO receiver bandwidth is only selectable between 6.0 kHz, 2.4 kHz and 500 Hz (optional YF-100 required) for RTS-Y and K T . Before transmitting, preset the RF PWR control fully counter-clockwise, and set the METER selector to ALC. Key the transmitter (you can use the MOx button) and adjust the MIC control for midscale indication. Now you can switch the METER selector to PO and set the RF PWR control for the desired power output. Note that for AMTQR operation, you must have the VOX button off, and may need to set the AGC control to FAST or OFF (and reduced W F Gain for Mode A (ARQ). Carrier (optional) 170-Hz Shift To operate, just press the RTY mode button . once or twice to select the desired sideband for operation. LSB is default, and is used by normal convention (USB can be selected for MARS or other applications). Should you need reverse tone polarity or non-standard shift (other than 170 Hz), configure menu selection 6-1 and 6-2 as desired. ~ n nn t U . U U Operation 300-Baud Packet Construct a patch cable as required, and connect your TNC to the rear-panel PACKET jack. Do not connect the squelch line (pin 5) for 300-baud packet operation. Tuning is very critical for F1 packet: you should tune the transmitter and receiver within 10 Hz of a signal to minimize repeats. The FT-1000MP includes a few custom features to make packet operation more convenient. Packet Tone Pair - This offsets the center of the IFbandpass according to the packet tone pair you are using. If set correctly, the receiver passband will remain centered on a properly-tuned packet station when switching between wide and narrow IF filters, minimizing the need for re-tuning ~ for re-centering. or use of the S H I control One of four standard tone pairs can be chosen for operation from menu selection 6-5, as desired. The menu display shows the center frequency of the selected tone pair (see the table below for actual marklspace tone combinations). Set the Packet Tone Pair to match the tones generated by your TNC (these are usually set via terminal software or DIP switches-check in your TNC documentation). Display Offset for Packet Operation 200-HZ Shift Space Tone 2225 Hz I Mark Tone 2025Hz ! Default Packet Offset (tone pair center) I I I I 2125 Hz 14.070 MHz Carrier Frequency (suppressed) 200-HZ Shift Space Tone 2295 Hz Mark Tone 2125 Hz Custom Packet Offset (adjustable) 4 n s n :Y.u cu.uu offset = 0.000 kHz (adj. +I-3000 Hz) 2125 Hz 14.070 MHz Carrier Frequency (suppressed) set should match the default tone pair, which in turn should match those used by your TMC. If you would rather have the actual carrier frequency (without offset) displayed, set the display offset to 0.000 kHz. Packet Operation CJ Select the 500-Hz BANDWIDTH filter for 300baud packet, and press the PKT mode button on the front panel once or twice, so that the green LSB LED indicator lights along with the orange PKT LED. Transmitter adjustment is similar to SSB: D Preset the RF PWR control counterclockwise, and set the METER selector to ALC. important Note! - if changing packet tone pair to other than 202512225 Hz, be sure to re-calibrate the tuning meter as outlined on page 72. The calibration routine is simple, and ensures your center tuning indication matches the tone pair. Packet Frequency Display Offset - You can display the center frequency of the two transmitted carriers, (that is, the packet tone pair used), without any offset, instead of the actual carrier frequency. Recall menu selection 6-4 and turn the main knob to select the offset (f3.000 kHz). Note - The default display offset is -2.125 kHz (to match the default tone pair* in 6-5 above, and assuming LSB operation). Ideally, the display off- CJ Now set your TNC to its "calibrate9'mode, preferably with both tones alternating, and adjust the MlC control so that the meter deflects to mid-scale. CJ Switch the METER selector to PO and advance the RF PWR control for the desired power output. When tuning, be aware that some common WF packet channels, such as "14.10399MHz, were originally determined to correspond with an actual IF center frequency 1700 Hz lower (in accordance with an old TAPR convention). Therefore, if you have the Packet Frequency Display Offset (6-4) set to match your TNC's actual tones, the display shows 14.101.30 when tuned to the above frequency - which is the actual center of your repage 55 Operation Note: Computer-Generated RFI Microphone audio is muted whenever PKT or RTTY is pressed. Transmit audio gain is still adjusted, however, by the front-panel MIC control. We recommend first setting the TNC audio output to a sufficient level which allows "fine" adjustment throughout the ALC meter range with the MlC control. ceiver passband, and the frequency mid-way between the two FSK carriers you will transmit. Initially, you may need to adjust the receiver IF shift slightly right or left to get the 500-Hz IF filters perfectly centered over incoming signals. Start with the sn1F-r control centered, and try to establish a connection with a moderately strong signal on a clear channel. If the connection is poor (many repeats), move the SHIFT control slightly right, and see if the repeats decline. Continue in this manner until you find the best SHIFT setting (with minimal repeats), and use this same setting for all future HF packet operation. The equipment setup for 1200-baud FM packet (above 29 MHz) is the same as for 300baud packet, except that you may want to connect the squelch line of the TNC to pin 5 of the PACKET jack if you plan to use the squelch. Press the PKT mode switch until both it and the green LED on the FM mode button are lit. Tuning is much less critical in this mode, requiring no special adjustments. Also, the FM MIC GAIN control in the top access panel has been preset at the factory for proper deviation with typical signal levels, so you should not need to readjust it (you should adjust the Tx audio output level of your TNC, though, if your signal sounds distorted in the monitor). To set up the transmitter for FM packet: C3 Start with the RF PWR control counterclockwise, and set the METER selector to ALC. Cl Set your TNC to its "calibrate" mode, preferably with both tones alternating, and adjust the MIC control so that the meter deflects to mid-scale. D Switch the METER selector to PO and set the RF PWR control for the desired power output. page 56 When using a TNC connected to your transceiver, or even having a PC located in the shack, the possibility exists that you may experience computer-generated RFI (Radio Frequency Interference), The CPU in a personal computer operates with a crystal-controlled oscillator (clock) and iiming circuits. Common clock frequencies include 8, 12, 16, 20 and 25 MHz. In addition, high-speed digital data switching uses square waves, which produce odd-order harmonic frequencies. Computer-generated RFI may appear at seemingly random frequencies (usually right where a rare DX station is calling CQ!) throughout the range of your transceiver, and may sound like constant ticking or buzzing that may change as you type or work within a program. Severe RFI may have S-meter indications as much greater than S-9, making copy of voice signals difficult and data signals virtually impossible. Computer-generated RFI is usually a result of inadequate shielding of the PC's cabinet or I10 and peripheral connections. While computer equipment may comply with RF emission approval standards, this does not ensure that sensitive amateur radio receivers will not experience RFI from the device. There are a few steps you can take to reduce or eliminate computer-generated RFI. The first step is to ensure that only shielded cables are used for TNC-to-transceiver connections, carefully check RF ground connections and re-orient your station equipment in relation to the computer. Try moving your PC and peripherals slightly and see if it has any affect on the RFI, in some cases, this alone may be enough to correct the problem. If not, several additional steps to try include installing AC line filters on the power cord(s) of the suspected equipment and inserting decoupling ferrite toroidal chokes on interconnecting patchldata cables and smaller ferrite beads on single wires. As a last resort, you can try installing additional shielding within the PC case, using appropriate conductive meshlscreening or conductive tape. Especially check RF "holes" where plastic is used for cabinet front panels. For further information, consult amateur radio reference guides and publications relating to RFI suppression techniques. Operation Advanced Features EDSP Enhanced Digital Signal C Processing uses AID (Ana[OFF] log to Digital) & DIA (Digital to Analog) conversion tech3 i niques under microproces-C sor control to achieve total D enhancement of signals at the audio (rather than IF) level. The major capabilities offered by EDSP lie in the area of heterodynelrandom noise reduction and audio bandpass filtering. Digital filters have many advantages over their analog counterparts in that they can meet tighter specifications on parameters such as voltage and temperature drift and noise problems. The FT-l OooMP uses a 6-bit, state-of-the-art NEC pPD77016 CMOS digital signal processor chip featuring a 30-nS instructions Cycle1 33 MHz Clock frequency, a 16 x 16-bit and 40-bit multiply accumulator, 40-bit Barrel Shifter, and 64 K Bytes Program ROM. DSP enhancement is basically a four-step process. Audio input is sampled several thousands of times per second, then the frequency and amplitude of the audio are converted into a digital representation of the analog waveform that resembles ascending and descending "staircases" by the AID (analog-to-digital) converter. This is later changed into digital serial bitstream , as raw data for analysis and processing. Information is extracted from digital data, and the EDSP chip performs complex mathematical calculations according to pre-programmed routines known as algorithms. Algorithms are proc- 6 Menu Function 7-7 SSB Filter (Tx & Rx) AM Filter (Tx & Rx) CW Filter (Rx) essed then compared against a set of parameters (or threshold if you will) based on a phenomenon known as "correlation". The degree of correlation depends on the type of audio: random noise has relatively little correlation,speech contains moderate correlation, with heterodynes (and QRM) being highly correlated. The EDSP microprocessor is programmed with various parameters corresponding todifferent known audio phenomena. EDSP allows the frequency sprectrum of a received signal to be modified according to a specific set of parameters for the desired effect (QRM reduction, audio tailoring, etc.). Certain types of audio interference leave a distictive signature or "footprint", which can be recognized, and "processed out" of the digitally-reconstructed audio from the EDSP chip. Also, digital filters are constructed which emulate traditional low-pass, high-pass, band-pass, and band-stop filters, except with steep skirt shaping and performance possible with digital technology. EDSP also allows direct "digital" demodulation of audio for receive, as well as direct modulation of audio for transmit. !nfroduef b n EDSP Functions The EDSP circuitry in the FT-1000MP allows digital enhancement of both transmitted and received audio. A basic primer on DSP was given to inform you more about this capability than just the panel label and button location. Now you can customize its filtering capabilities and use it to reduce QRM and tailor audio response for each operating mode. EDSP System Concept Menu Function 4-5 LPF (SSB &AM) HPF (SSB &AM) BPF (CW) BPF (PKT. SSTV, FAX) Functional Block Diagram (for illustrative purposes - actual circuit component structure may differ slightly) page 57 Operation TX Audio Enhancement - Four microphone audio responses can be chosen using menu selection 4-4. Since audio characteristics voice vary between people, these settings enable tailoring your transmitted audio for best clarity. selects low-, mid- and high-cut filters along with a band pass filter (see below). TX IF Filter Selectisn - Normally, both 2.4 kHz filters are selected in the transmit IF chain. However, with EDSP operation, you can select 6.0 kHz filters for wider frequency response on transmit audio. The effect of this filter selection is directly related to menu selection 7-7 (below). The desired filter is chosen with menu selection 5-9, and is only active when EDSP is turned on. EDSP Modulation and Demodulation TX EDSP Modulation - Early-stage transmitted SSB audio is applied directly to EDSP circuitry for processing. EDSP filter parameters can be matched to voice characteristics for optimum audio tailoring and sound effect. TX EDSP Demodulation - For SSB, CW and AM, receiver 3rd IF output is applied directly to EDSP circuitry for demodulation and processing. Bypassing conventional filters and utilizing EDSP digital filter offers optimized bandwidth and frequency response. Menu selection 7-7 configures the settings for both Rx and Tx EDSP (see table below). The low-, mid-, and high-cut filters are pre-set for different audio emphasis. The bandpass filter, however, is used for QRM rejection and can be user-tailored for SSB, CW, AM and Digital operation. The lower and upper frequency cut-off of each mode-respective BPF is adjusted by menu selection 4-5, With the CONTOUR control set to the BPF ( m) position, the low- and high-cutoff setttings for the bandpass filter are selected automatically as you change modes. See the illustration below and the table at the top of the next page for filter and cut-off ranges. EDSP Modulation and Demodulation Menu Selection 7-7 Mode Settings SSB (Rx) OFF 100-31 00 HZ 300-2800Hz SSB (Tx) OFF 100-3100Hz 150-31OOHZ 200-31 00 HZ 300-31 00 HZ CW (Rx) OFF ON (100-31 00 HZ) AM (Rx) OFF ON (70-3800 HZ) RX Audio Enhancement - EDSP offers both SSB AM Frequency (Hz) noise reduction and several user-configurable filter networks. Noise reduction is accomplished by four settings selected by the front panel NR control. Each setting has correlation parameters optimized to reduce random noise, static, pulse1 man-made noise and heterodynes with little degradation of the desired signal. QRM reduction is enhanced by various DSP filter networks. The front panel CONTOUR control page 58 CW RTTY P KT FAX BW W Frequency (Hz) , Operation Selectable - with EDSP off, functions EDSP Auto Multiple Notch Filter - On page 34, we previously discussed basic IF notch filter operation and how it is used to attenuate heterodynes. EDSP offers multiple-notch capability within the AF (rather than IF) bandpass with the press of a button. With the conventional (455 kHz 3rd IF) notch filter, only a single offending heterodyne at a time can be attenuated by pressing the NOTCH button and slowly rotating the inner NOTCH control. Notch tuning can sometimes be critical, as you have to position the control for maximum "depth" by ear. With the multiple notch, EDSP circuitry examines the AF bandpass and the correlation of the signals present. After correlation parameters are ' compared, unmodulated signals (heterodynes) are identified and notched out. As EDSP dynamically checks the audio, new heterodynes will be identified and notched, one by one, as they appear. See the illustration below. Desired Signal QRM (Multiple Theoretically, an infinite amount of notches could be inserted to attenuate each new heterodyne; however, the total notch bandwidth would approach that of the audio passband, and, progressively notch all audio. One limitation of the EDSP auto multiple notch feature is that it is only for use with SSB modes. It is important to realize that notch operation is determined by two things: The setting of menu selection 2-9. If EDSP is active or not when the NOTCH button is pressed. The NOTCH button still activates the IF notch circuit, but you must determine which type of notch (manual or EDSP-auto) will take effect via menu selection 2-9 (see the box below). For the auto notch feature (and all other EDSP functions), the EDSP button must be engagedfor signal processing to occur. Multiple Notches I I I EDSP EDSP Auto Multiple Notch Action page 59 Operation Remote Contro Operation In tmduction You can select and activate various transceiver functions via a remote control panel (not supplied by Yaesu) connected to the jack On the rear panel of the transceiver using a 3.5 mm 2-conductor plug. A remote panel can be constructed using the schematic provided below. Use 0.574, E96 (precision metal film) resistors to construct the resistor network. REMOTE SW1 Four transceiver features are available under remote control. You select which feature remote control activates by menu selection 7-9, Afterwards, pressing a key activates the corresponding function; this might result in a memory being played back, a counter being incrementedldecremented, or else a front panel keypad or function key function being duplicated. The four remote control features are as follows: I. Contest Memory Keyer - the various functions of the internal full-featured contest memory keyer are activated by the remote control keypad. /I. VWMemory Function Control - in this mode the remote control keypad duplicates the front panel keys that relate to VFOI memory selection and programming. 111. MAIN VFO-A Control- in this mode the remote control keypad duplicates the functions of the transceiver front-panel BAND keypad (keys 1-1 0) applied to VFO-A. Remote Control Circuit Remote control operation is activated by reading a voltage from across the ladder resistor network in the keypad matrix as a key is pressed. Twelve distinct voltages are used to activate 12 selectable functions. The voltage chart below provides the required voltage for each corresponding key. IV. SUB VFO-B Control -same as above except keypad inputs are applied to VFO-B. Let's start by explaining what features the builtin Contest Keyer offers, and how they are activated. I. Contest Keyer Control The FT-1000MP includes a full-featured contest memory keyer that CW enthusiasts will soon want to use. Serious contesters can take advantage of several automated features that make operation as simple as pressing a few buttons, QSO after QSO. The keyer offers six CW message memories that are used to store: a 4-digit contest QSO number (that automatically incrementddecrements after each call), your callsign (up to 20 characters), and four user messages (each holding up to 50 characters). If desired, the contest number can be incrementedldecremented manually, and also be played back using "cut" numbers (abbreviated Morse) if desired, and you can specify the abbreviated format of the numbers. Linear amplifier tune-up is assisted with a 10second timed transmit carrier and selectable auto power-down (5011OW) feature to protect your linear when retuning after band changes. These combined features of the FT-1000MP contest page 60 Operation The 4-digit contest number is sent in addition to the usual QSO information when working a contest. You increase the number after each contact to keep tally of consecutive stations worked. This 4-digit starting number is set to 0000 by default, but can be changed to any number from 0000-9999 using menu selection 7-3. This number is essentially "programmed" as the contest number in the keyer memory. Normally, the contest number automatically increments each time you send it; however, if you need to change the current number, you can also manually increment or decrement it with the press of a button. O To play back the current contest number, press key # 10 followed by key # 2. O To transmit the current contest number, press key # 2 (this increments the number). OTo increment the contest number manually, press key # 3, to decrement it, press key # 4. If you are new to CW contesting, you may want to listen in on a few contests to get a feel for the operating procedures involved. Then, you can configure your contest memory keyer as desired for the event you will be participating in. /I. VFQIMemory Control This permits remote control of primary transceiver functions relating to VFO/memory opera, , IIsPnrl, [El, tion. The front panel PI! 1,[El, @/keys and MEM CH UPlDWN knob are duplicated at the remote control panel. rm,ln.BI a, These basically duplicate the 12-key front panel BAND keypad allowing direct frequency entry and changing bands. Keypad functions can apply to either MAIN VFO-A or SUB VFO-B, as selected in menu function 7-9. Contest Number Playback You can have the contest number played back in abbreviated form, truncated to 3 digits, or disabled, via menu selection 7-6. Contesters often use abbreviated "cut" numbers to speed the sending process so they can quickly move on to the next catch. The contest keyer allows you to select some numbers to be sent in their abbreviated or "cut" format. The table below outlines the available abbreviated formats. Key# Keyer Functions 1 CQ Message l%d 2 Contest# 3 Increment Contest # @ 11 N/A MCHUP 12 Tune (10 sec) MCHDWN VFO-A VFQ-B r"4 1"5 El EI a Operation User-Customized Operating Mode 0~ e r ~wi e This mode recalls a pre-configured operating "environment" (mode, filter selections, offsets, etc.) by pressing the USER key. USER This can be useful for storing your favorite combination of operational settings for a mode you often use. Digital operators who go through the various procedures of combining filter selections, carrier and display offsets, etc., for a custom environment optimized for FAX or SSTV (as an example) can store these settings for easy recall. For special modes that require unique configuration of transceiver settings that are not used elsewhere, the USER key comes in handy for storing these parameters while keeping other transceiver settings default for general operation. The following parameters are user-customized by recalling menu selection 8-6. Operating parameters are chosen by turning the SUB VFO-€3 tuning knob, while parameter settings are changed with the MAIN VFO-A knob (see below). Mode - select from LSB, USB, CW (upper or lower), RTTY (upper or lower), or Packet (lower sideband only). Display Offset - choose a custom offset k5.000 kHz (in 5-Hz steps) to be displayed when the USER mode is active. Rx and Tx PLb Offset - choose a custom PLL offset k5.000 kHz (in 5-Hz steps) to take effect when the USER mode is active. Rw and Ix Carrier - change the carrier injection frequency between 450-460 kHz. RBfY Custom Shiift - choose a custom (nonstandard) RTTY shift of k5.000 kHz (in 5-Hz steps) when the User mode is active. "Easy Setting" - this allows choosing one of two factory-configured settings optimized for either SSTV (slow scan television) or FAX (facsimile) operation. With the user settings customized as desired, pressing the USER key (its green LED glows when activated) recalls the user mode. The custom settings take effect and the display changes to reflect the new operating mode. To exit the User Mode, simply press any band, mode or function key so the green LED in the USER key turns off. QS Note: see pages 93-97 for a complete listing of default settings according to operating mode. situation to which page 63 I I Operation DVS-2 Digita Voice Recorder D VS-2 C O P ~ ~ U O ~ S ( I ) , (2), & (3): PLAY, REC & TX LEDs These LEDs light or flash to indicate the status of the DVS-2. The PLAY LED glows green when playing back stored data, the REC LED glows yellow when recording, and the TX LED glows red when the DVS-2 is keying the transmitter to play back over the air. Also, the PLAY and REC LEDs flash when waiting for you to make a memory selection (with a numbered button). (4) MESSAGE MODE Slide Switch Overview The DVS-2 is a digital voice recorder designed especially for SSB, AM, and FM operation with newer model Yaesu transceivers having a special jack for connection of the DVS-2 on the rear panel. It offers two independent functions: recording received signals for playback later in the loudspeaker or headphone, * recording signals by the microphone for playback over the air (during transmission). Each mode uses its own memory, so both modes can be used to retain data at the same time. Operating details are provided with the DVS-2, but a summary is provided here. Installafion Connect the DVS-2 cable to the DVS-2 jack on the rear of the transceiver. DVS-2 You must also have a microV ~ I OUT ~ E phone connected to the MlC jack on the front panel of the transceiver to record your c,T,,~~*~,,, voice for transmissions. as vlewed from rear panel This selects the mode for recording messages to be played back over the air: for either two 8-second messages, or four 4-second messages. Changing your selection does not erase previously stored messages, so you can use this switch to combine two pairs of 4-second messages. (5) MESSAGE NR Selection Buttons & LEDs These buttons select which message slot to record via the microphone or play back over the air. The LED above each button glows red when a message has been stored in that slot. The 3 and 4 keys (and LEDs) are only functional when the MESSAGE MODE switch is set to the 4 x 4 SEC position. (6) MONI Button After recording a message via the microphone, press this button (followed by a message number button) to play back that message in the loudspeaker (instead of over the air). (7)MEMO Button Press this button (followed by a message number button) to record a message via the microphone. (8) PLAY Button After recording received signals, press this button to play them back in the transceiver's loudspeaker. (9) REC Button Press this button to start the receiver recorder. The recorder will run continuously (recording an 16-second loop) until you press the STOP button. (1 0) STOP Button Press this button to stop any recording or playback operation. page 64 Operation Message Recording (from Main or Sub Receiver audio) When used in this mode, the DVS-2 maintains a continuous recording of the last (approximately) 16 seconds of audio from either the main or subreceiver. This can be particularly helpful in picking out callsigns during a pileup, as you can replay the same recording as often as you like (until you record over it). The record/playback process in this mode is analogous to an 16-second "endless tape" - that is, you can turn the recorder on and off to record up to a total of 16 seconds of small segments of audio, or you can leave the recorder running to get one 16-second segment. In any case, the recorder ovewrites data more than 16 (recording) seconds old. D T o start the receiver recorder, just press the REC button. The yellow REG LED will light (and stay lit). CSWhen you hear something you want to play back, press the STOP button (the REG LED will turn off), and then press the PLAV button. Now the green PLAY LED will light as recorded audio is played back through the main receiver audio channel, Note that if you record for less than 16 seconds, playback will start at the point you first started recording (no "rewind" necessary). However, if you record for more than 16 seconds, playback will begin at the point 16 seconds before you stopped recording. In either case, playback will repeat any recorded audio every 16 seconds. 1 CJ To stop the playback at any time, simply press STOP. If you then press PLAY again, playback will continue from the point you stopped it. Message Recording Memory Segments & Message Numbers Before you record for transmission, check that the MESSAGE MODE switch is set for the size message you want to record, either .$-second or &second (see the table above and the Example in the next section for help with this decision). You do not need to press the PTP switch while recording a message, although you can, in which case your audio will be transmitted and recorded simultaneously. O Get your microphone ready, and then press the M E W button (the yellow REC LED will blink). O Now press the numbered key for the segment (or segment pair) to record (only 1 or 2 for the 8-second mode), and start talking (do not press the PTT switch unless you want to transmit at the same time you are recording). The REC LED will stop blinking and stay on for the recording period (4 or 8 seconds), and then turn off. Also, the red LED above the numbered key you pressed will come on (if this segment was previously empty) and stay on, indicating this segment is now storing data. (from Microphone audio) This mode allows the DVS-2 to record either two 8-second messages or four 4-second messages of audio from the microphone, such as contest exchanges or station IDS. Each can then be played back, either in monitor mode (without transmission), or directly over the air. Note that the digital memory used in this mode is independent from that used for receiver recording (so you can store both types of memory without interfering with one another), The 8- and 4-second messages share the same memory, so two 4-second message segments (1 and 2 or 3 and 4) can be combined into one 8-second message for transmission, as indicated in the following table. OTo stop recording at any point before the selected segment's time limit is up, simply press STOP. This is the preferred method, since it eliminates any "dead time" remaining from your lastrecorded word and end of the time segment (which would keep your transmitter unnecessarily keyed for a short period). In any case, your message can not exceed the 4- or 8- second limit. Don't worry if you didn't have enough time to finish your phrase, you can repeat the above steps to re-recopd the same message - the previous message will be overwritten. (Note that there is no "rewind" step required). page 65 Operation Message Monitor (Playback Without Transmitting) You can check the contents of a memory segment or pair without playing it back over the air, just by pressing MONl followed by the appropriate numbered key. The green REC LED blinks until you press the numbered key, and then stays on during the playback period. We recommend always using this to check the results immediately after making a recording and before playing it back over the air. If you have recorded several 4-second segments that you intend to combine during playback, rnove the MESSAGE MODE switch to the 2 x 8 SEC position to hear how the segments sound when played back together. Note from the table on the preceding page that, in the 8-second mode, the 1 button plays back segments 1 and 2, while the 2 button plays back segments 3 and 4. Message Transmission ("On The Air" Playback) After recording a memory segment, you can play it back over the air by pressing the appropriate numbered button. The green P L N and red TX LEDs will both light for a maximum of either four or eight seconds, according to the setting of the MESSAGE MODE switch. Receiver Recording with the FT-IOOOMP As the DVS-2 uses only one receiver audio channel of the FT-1OOOMP, you can play back recordings without missing real-time action by to set the two VFOs to the same pressing1- Since you will probably want to take advantage of combining messages for playback, you may want to take a few minutes to plan out your segment recording strategy. Consider the following example: Example Using the 4 segment-by-4-second mode, if you stored the segments like this: Segment I : CQ Contest CQ Contest CQ Contest from [your call]. Segment 2: [your callsign] Segment 3: QSL, you're 5-9, 200 (contest #) Segment 4: QRZ contest from .. [your call]. In the contest, you would then, O Switch to the 2-segment-by-8-second mode to combine the segment pairs, O Press button 1 to send segments 1 & 2 ("CQ Contest CQ Contest CQ Contest from [your callsign]") until you got a response, CZ1 Send the other station's callsign, 13 Press button 2 , to send segments 3 & 4 ("QSL, your 5-9, 200...QRZ Contest from [your callsign]"). Notice in this example, you can operate the entire contest while only having to send the other station's callsign by voice - all repetitive information is handled by the DVS-2 (of course, in contests where you need to include a QSQ count, you would want to arrange the segments a little differently, perhaps using the 4-by-4-second mode for transmissions). With stereo headphones, this allows you to continually monitor signals on the sub VFO audio channel while playing back recording on the main channel. Note! Normally, pressing a numbered message key on the DVS-2 activates the FT-1000MP transmitter and sends the recorded message. If you would like to disable PTT control from the DVS-2, recall menu selection 4-7 and change the setting to OFF. Now, transmission is only possible using the microphone PTT or MOX switches. page 66 Selecting Receiver Audio As mentioned earlier, the BVS-2 can record audio from either the Main or Sub receiver. To choose the desired receiver, recall memory selection 4-6 and pick either MAIN VFO or SUB VFO as the default receiver. Operation Linear Amp ifier Operation & nterconnections The FT-1000MP can be used with the optional Yaesu FL-7000 which provides automatic band switching via digital band data output from the BAND DATA jack on the rear panel of the transceiver. Most other amplifiers can be adapted to operate with the FT-1000MP; however, the main points to be concerned with are the switching requirements of the amplifier, and if QSK (full break-in) operation is desired. The linear amplifier Tx/Rx switching capability of the FT-1000MP is described in the table below. Operation with QSK Amplifiers Connect the RF output from the transceiver ANT jack (A or B) to the RF input jack of the linear. Connect the ALC output from the linear to the EXT ALC jack on the rear of the transceiver. After making the RF and TdRx switching connections described below, you may need to adjust the ALC output level of the linear so that it is not overdriven by the FT-1000MP. Your linear's manual should describe how to do this. If using an FL-7000, connect optional cable CT-I I(P/N D400019) from the transceiver BAND DATA jack to the amplifier A c c a jack. This provides automatic band selection for the linear, as well as QSK TdRx switching control. If using another manufacturer's QSK linear, and if it can be switched with less than 100 mA of DC voltage below 15 V, you can connect the the Tx/Rx switching line for the linear to pin 2 of the BAND DATA jack, and the linear's exciter-enable output to pin 8 of the BAND DATA jack. This line must be held to ground to enable transmission after the linear is ready for excitation from the FT-1000MP. If your QSK linear requires more than 180 mA or uses more than 15 V for T/R relay switching, you will have to provide a suitable external interface transistor, controlled by pin 2. CT-11 PIN ~ 4 0 0 0 1 9 / s u p p l i e d wlFL-7000 PIN T9100980 supplied wlFL-7000 QSK Linear Amplifier Interconnections page 67 Operation Operation with non-QSK Amplifiers (FL-2100 series or others) The TX GND jack on the transceiver rear panel is connected to an internal relay, for non-QSK T/R switching of linear amplifiers that use AC voltage, or DC voltage greater than -15 V, or require more than 100 mA for T/R switching. A schematic diagram of the relay circuit is provided below. negative line or the linear's chassis ground (if there is no separate negative line). Refer to the diagram at the page bottom, in this example, a older non-QSK amplifier (F-2100B) is shown. With the relay now enabled, the FT-1000MP can support non-QSK linear T/R switching voltages up to 125 VAC @ 200 mA, or DC voltage up to 220 V @ 300 mA, or closed-circuit current up to 2 A with DC voltage up to 30 V. Dl055 GND I DATA This relay comes disabled (LIN switch S1001 set to OFF) to avoid the clicking sound when the transceiver is used alone or with a QSK linear. To enable the relay for non-QSM linears that exceed the above T/R switching requirements, you will need move LIN switch S2001, located in the hole near the center of the rear panel, to its right position (see the drawing). Use a thin, insulated, sharp object to move the switch. Then connect the center contact of the TX GMD jack to the positive line to your linear, and the outer contact to the When using TX GND jack, move SZOOl the ON position. Non-QSK Linear Amplifier interconnection page 6'60 Operation Transverter Operation Transverted Frequency Display Two station setup examples are shown below. The example uses the RxnNTiN jack, which allows keeping the installed HF antenna connected directly to the transceiver. The TRV output from the rear panel of the tranceiver must be connected to the RF IN jack of the transverter. You may want to use menu selection 3-3 to change to the MHz digits to a transverted frequency display readout (50, 144, 430) at C7 During transverter operation, move the ALC Unit witch f~ the open position, and adjust the RF PWR control fully clockwise. 0 If using Example # I , press the Rx ANT switch to receive the "transverted" (downconverted) VHF input. Press to select 28 MHz for operation and refer to the documentation provide with your transverter for tune-up and operation. HF ANT Adjust TRV Drive Level For Maxirnu FT-1000MP Example of TransveHer Station Interconnections page 70 Operation Phone Patch Operation Overview Phone patch operation allows linking your FTlOOOMP to the public telephone line to provide two-way simplex communications for MARS operation, or on behalf of a third parties. The FT10OOMP may be used with the LL-7 phone patch unit installed in the optional SP-8 external loudspeaker, or with phone patch units from other manufacturers. The diagram at the bottom of the page shows interconnection for the SP-8/LL-7 combination; be sure to consult the documentation provided with units of other manufacture far installation instructions. Operation Phone patch TdRx switching may be done manually using the PTT method, or automatically using the VOX circuit of the transceiver. While the PTT method does not require balancing the bridge circuit in the LL-7, it does require more work by the operator: switching the microphone PTT or transceiver MQX button at each "over" during patched conversations. Therefore, most operators prefer to use the VOX method whenever the telephone signal-to-noise level permits. If the telephone noise level is high, however, the PTT method may still be necessary, so you should become familiar with both methods. Regardless of which patch control method is used, you may need to instruct the person on the telephone to speak slowly at a clear normal voice, and to say "over" and then keep quiet when they expect a response from the other radio station. This serves as a notice to you (if you are using PTT control) to switch to receive while signaling the other station to go ahead and transmit, and will help avoid 'Uoubling" with the other station. During all phone patch operation you should monitor both sides of the conversation at all times (this may be required by law). This requires a telephone at the operating position. Refer to the LL-7 Instruction Sheet far fuflher details on phone patch setup and operation. TELEPHONE ANT-A i SP-81LL-7 page 71 Operation Addendum - Tuning Meter Re-Calibration The multi-function meter offers either flashing single or dual segments to indicate properly tuned CW or FSK (RTTYIPKT) stations. An explanation of tuning indications is on page 28. CW Tuning From the factory, the single CW tuning segment is calibrated (centered) for the default CW Pitch setting of 700 Hz. If you change the CW Pitch (page 39-40) to other than 700 Hz, you should re-calibrate the meter so that station center-tuning will match the new GW Pitch. Calibration is a simple process, a d only requires a small phillips screwdriver: C W Tuning M t e r Calibration (after CW Pitch adjustment) OOpen the access panel on the transceiver top case to expose the ALC Unit. 113 After setting the desired CW Pitch, press the SPOT button to toggle the CW spot tone (which matches the CW Pitch) on. 113 Use a small screwdriver to siowiy turn VR6811 so the center meter tuning segment turns on. This completes the calibration for CW tuning, replace the panel, and tum off the spot tone. Packet Tuning The dual packet tuning segments are calibrated (centered) to the default200-Hzshift tones used for 300-baud HF packet. These tones use a mark/space pair of 2025/2225 Hz. If you change the default PKT tones (menu 6-5) to other than 202512225 Hz, you should re-calibrate the meter so that marklspace tuning segments will match the new tone pair: PKT Tuning Meter Calibration (after changing PKT Tones) OOpen the acces panel on the transceiver top case to expose the ALC Unit. OAfter selecting the desired tone pair, recall menu 4-2, and select bEEP-t LIQ using the SUB VfO-B knob. C l Rotate the MAIN VFO-A knob to display (and oscillate) the center frequency of t h e maruspace tone pair you are using (1170 Hz, 1700 Hz, 2125 Hz, 2210 Hz - see page 55). 0 Use a small screwdriver to slowly turn VR6809 so the center meter tuning segment turns on. This completes the PKT calibration, replace the panel, and turn off the beep tone. RTTY Tuning RTTY tuning segments are calibrated (centered) for default 170-Hzshift, using a maruspace pair of 2125/2295 Hz. If you change the default RTTY shift (menu 6-0) to other than 170 Hz, you should re-calibrate the meter so that maruspace tuning segments match the new tone pair: Caution! Do not adjust VR68 12 by mistake, as this will adversely affect meter tuning indication, and requires factory re-alignment! RTTY Tuning Meter Calibration (after changing RTTY Shift) O Open the access panel on the transceiver top case to expose the ALC Unit. 13After setting the desired RTTY shift, recall menu 4-2, and select bEEP-tu~-tusing the SUB VFO-B tuning knob. tl Rotate the MAIN VFO-A knob to display (and o s c i l l a t e ) the center frequency of t h e marWspace tone pair for the shift you are using (170 Hz = 221 0 Hz, 425 Hz = 2125 Hz, 850 HZ = 2550 Hz). B Use a small screwdriver to slowly turn VR6818 so the center meter tuning segment turns on. This completes the RTTY calibration, replace the panel, and turn off the beep tone. page 72 Meter Calibration Points (ALC UNIT) \ CAT System Computer Control Cat System Computer Control The CAT (Computer Aided Transceiver) System in the FT-1000MP provides control of frequency, VFO, memory, and other settings such as dual-channel memories and diversity reception using an external personal computer. This allows multiple control operations to be fully automated as single mouse clicks or keystroke operations on the computer keyboard. The FT-IQOQMP has a built-in level convefler, a!lowing direct connection from the rear-panel CAT jack to the serial port of : ) your computer without the need of any external boxes. CAT [&$) @ Each time a command instruction is being received from the computer via the CAT port, the indicator appears in the display, then turns off afterward. You will need a serial cable for connection to the RS-232C (serial or COM port) connector on your computer. Purchase a standard serial cable (not the so-called "null modem" type), ensuring it has the correct gender and number of pins (some serial CQM port connectors use a 9-pin rather than 25-pin configuration). If your computer uses a custom connector, YOU may have to construct the cable. In this case, refer to the technical documentation supplied with your computer for correct data connection. Yaesu Musen does not produce CAT System operating software due to the wide variety of personal computers and operating systems in use today. However, the information provided in this chapter explains the serial data structure and opcodes used by the CAT system. This information, along with the short programming examples, is intended to help you start writing programs on your own. As you become more familiar with CAT operation, you can customize programs later on for your operating needs and discover the true operating potential of this system. There are some commercially produced software packages available, as well as various shareware and freeware programs. To find out more information, contact your dealer or check advertisements in current amateur radio journals and publications. Other valuable information sources include amateur radio and PC usersgroups, packet radio and PC bulletin boards (BBS), and amateur radio hamfests. CAT Data PlYofoeal Serial data is passed via the C N jack on the rear panel of the transceiver at 4800 bitslsec. All commands sent from the computer to the transceiver consist of five-byte blocks, with up to 200 ms between each byte. The last byte sent in each block is the instruction opcode, while the first four bytes of each block are arguments: either parameters for that instruction, or dummy values (required to pad the block out to five bytes): Byte 1 Byte 2 Byte 3 Byte 4 Argument Argument Argument Argument Byte 5 yruction PCODE CAT 5-BYTE COMMAND STRUCTURE Each byte sent consists of one start bit, 8 data bits, no parity bit and two stop bits: start Bit 0 , 2 3 4 5 fj 7 Stor) Stor) Bit Bit CAT DATA BYTE FORMAT There are twenty-nine instruction opcodes for the FT-IOOOMP, listed in the table on pages 80-83. Most of these duplicate menu programming settings or options, or else emulate front panel button functions. Notice that several instructions require no specific parameters. However, every Command Block sent to the transceiver must always consist of five bytes. The CAT control program you are writing must construct the 5-byte block, by selecting the appropriate instruction opcode, organizing the parameters, if any, and providing unused (dummy) argument bytes for padding the block to its required 5-byte length (the dummy bytes can contain any value). The resulting five bytes are then sent, opcode last, from the computer to the FT1000MP CPU via the serial port and CAT jack on the transceiver rear panel. page 73 CAT System Computer Control Constructing and Sending CAT Commands Example #I: Set Main VFO-A to 14.25000 O Completing the command byte sequence, we would send, in sequence, 50H, 03t-1, OQM, 81 H, 09H, to effect the Tx clarifier offset. MHz; 0 First determine the opcode for the desired instruction by referring to the CAT Commands Table. A good idea would be to store these opcodes within the program, so they can be looked up when the user requests the corresponding command. Cll Here the instruction is "Set Main VFO Frequency", so the opcode (last byte of the block) is OAH. Note - "H"s following each byte value indicate hexadecimal (base 16) values. O Build the four argument byte values from the desired frequency by breaking it into 2-digit blocks (BCD "packed decimal" format). Note that a leading zero is always required in the hundreds-of-MNr place (and another in the tens-of-MHz if b l o w 10 MHz). O Breaking 14.250.00 MHz into its BCD component, we arrive at: You should be getting a feel for the CAT command structuring sequence, let's move to the next step; reading transceiver operational data. Downloading FT-1000MP Data On command, the FT-1000MP will download some or all (1,863 bytes) of its operatisnal data. This data block contains all current transceiver settings. In addition, the current meter indication (Tx or Rx) is read, digitized and returned as well. This provides a wealth of information in near reaitime that can be processed by your program or the running application for control purposes or display readouts. By regular or intermittent requests for this data, the program (and you) can be kept continuously up-to-date on the status of the FT-100OMP operating environment. The following four commands cause the FTIOOQMPto download various operational and internally stored settings via the CAT port: 0 Inserting the 4-byte BCD-coded frequency (00, 50, 42, OI), the resulting 5-byte block should now look like this (again, in hex format): O Send these five bytes to the transceiver, in the order shown in the table above - from left-toright: 00 50 42 81 QBM Example #2: Activate a RX Clarifier Offset of +3.5 kHz. O Clarifier settings are controlled from opcode 09H. The first four parameter bytes determine the type of offset, direction, and frequency displacement. OAccording to the example, the first byte would be 50 (500 Hz), the second 03 ( 3 0 0 0 ~ fol~)~ lowed by 00H (for +offset), 81H (TX CLAR on) and then opcode 09M. Remember that the 1st and 2nd bytes are in BCD format. page 74 Status Update (1OH) - causes the transceiver to return all or portions of its RAM table (up to 1,863 bytes). Status Flags Request (FAH) - obtains only the first 6 bytes (the Status Flags), plus 2 extra "Model ID" bytes (1OH and OOH). Read Meter (F7H) - returns the meter deflection (0 -- FFH) repeated in four bytes, followed by one "filler" byte (F7f-I). Pacing Command (OEW) - Each byte of returned data may be delayed by an interval determined by this command (0 to 255 ms in I-ms steps). This delay is initially zero until the Pacing command is sent (see note below). \ CAT System Computer Control 1863-Byte Status Update Data (Sent L-to-R) Status Flags Memory Channel No. Operating Data VFO-A Data VFO-B Data Memory Data 6 1 16 bytes I6 bytes 16 bytes 16-bytes (x 4 13 memories=1808 bytes total) (A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F) Status Update Data Organization 1&BYTE DATA RECORDS (BYTES 8-1 863) An overview of the Status Update Data that can be returned to the PC in response to one of the Status Update requests (opcodes IOH, FAH, Or OEH) is shown The 13863-byte block begins with six bytes, each containing onebit state Status Flags (A), for a total of 48 bits, followed by one byte indicating the current (or last selected) Memory Channel (B), followed by 116 xl6-byte data records: one for the current Operating Data (C), one each for VFO-A (D) and VFOB (E), and one for each of the 113 memories (F). The remainder of the operational data returned command consist of 1 6 - b ~ t e the Status data records, indicating VFO and memory-specific selections. The first of these records is for the current display, followed by the VFO-A, VFO-B, and then the 113 memorv channeis, from lowest to highest. Please reviewihe table a i the top right column on page 77, which outlines the structure of a 16-byte data record. Each byte is identified by its offset from the start (base address) of the record. A further breakdown of each byte offset is also provided. Of the four commands that cause Status Update to be returned, remember that only opcode 10H (with its last argument set to zero) returns all of the data (see bottom right of this page). Note that this same 16-byte data record format is used for the VFO and Memory Data as well, unless you are currently operating on a retuned memory (M TUNE displayed). F7H7 - STNUS FLAGS (BYTES 1 6) Each of the first six bytes are subdivided into I-bit flag fields: if a bit is set (I), the function is enabled (on); and if reset (O), the function is disabled (off). These flags reflect the current states of various transceiver functions, most of which appear in the radio display as indicators or LEDs. The Status Flags command returns these bytes for use in the control program (you could replicate these indicators on the computer display, or else use them as control flags for routines, etc.). Bit offsets for all six bytes is shown on page 76. Selecting Update Data to Download As mentioned before, there are four opcodes that cause the FT-1000MP to report (update) its operating status by downloading all or a portion of its 1,863 data bytes. These opcodes are shaded in the CAT Commands table (pages 80-83). Status Update (Opcode 10H) - The 1st and 4th parameters of this command allow selecting different portions of Status data to be returned, as follows ("X"is the 1st parameter, "U" is the 4th): MEMORY CHANNEL DATA (BYTE 7) The seventh Update Data Byte contains a binary value from 00-70H, corresponding to the current memory channel number on the display. Only this byte is returned by sending the Status Update command with the first parameter set to 1. The chart on page 77 lists the corresponding hexadecimal codes for memory channels 01-99, $1 -P9, and QMB memories 1-5. See the Tables record structure page 75 CAT System Computer Control Read Flags (Opcode FAH) -This command can be set to retrieve all six Status Flag bytes, or else five bytes - three Status Flag Bytes, plus two transceiver ID bytes. The Status Flag Bytes are described on the preceding page, and in the Record Tables below. The transceiver ID bytes are used in programs to distinguish the FT-1000MP from other models, which have different, unique values returned in this situation. The constant values of 03H and 93t-l are returned by the FT-1000MP (and only the FT-1QOOMP), as shown: Flag Byte 1 Flag Byte 2 Flag Byte 3 ID Byte 1 (03H) Read Meter Data (Opcode F7H) - Sending this command returns a digitized meter deflection indication, between 0 and FFH (usually around FOH maximum). Four copies of this value are returned, along with one padding byte (OF7H), as follows: I Meter Byte / Meter Byte Meter Byte I Meter Byte / F7H / During reception, the signal strength deflection is returned. During transmission, the parameter represented by the reading returned depends on the setting of the METER switch. ID Byte 2 (93H) 6-Byte Status Flags Record Table 1 i $ Oe!t: It 1 1 1 STATUS FLAG BYTE #3 CONTENTS FAST Tuning Active Antenna Tuner (ATU) In-Line l# 3 1 MAIN VFO-A Locked 5 Scan Direction (blp/Dwn) 2 4 1 / 1 SUB VFO-B Locked Squelch Closed Scanning Paused page 76 I/ I 1 1 I/ / 1 Bit Offset STATUS FLAG BYTE #6 CONTENTS 0 Sub Receiver Audio Muted /I 2 /I -I r 5 / Dual VFO Tracking I /I VFO Channel Stepping I/ Main Receiver Audio Muted Tuner Wait (while tuning) High SWR Detected CAT System Computer Control 1-Byte Memory Channel Wrnber Data Structure This identifies the current or last-selected memory channel 1-99, PI-P5 or QMB 1-5 for operation. The table below translates hexadecima1 codes into corresponding memory channel numbers. Please read the note in the box at the page bottom. 16Byte Data Record Structure The following tables outline the 16-byte data record structure common to the Operating Data, VFO-A, VFO-B and Memory Data records. The table below shows assignments for each of the 16-bytes in the Operating Data Record. Operating Frequency Band Selection - The 0.1-30 MHz transceiver operating range is divided into 28 bands, represented in hexadecimal format in the table below. Data read in this record after downloading is in binary format, and must be converled to hexadecimal, then translated to the corresponding band. The Band Selection data byte is divided into two 4-bit fields, representing the first and second value of the band number hex code. The Bit 0 and Bit 1 of the first field are used as flags for the memory page 77 CAT System Computer Control mask and scan skip feature. A bit value of "1" means enabled, and "0" for disabled. Each value of the hex code is entered into its respective field in 4-bit binary format. The table below outlines the Data Byte field, and show an example of how the 24.5-25.0 MHz band would be read as: Operating Mode - The operating mode is expressed as a three-bit binary code in offsets 5-7. Bit 0 contains a User Mode flag, while Bits 1-4 contain "dummy" values (unused). - 1 19H = 24.5 25.0 MHz (refer to band chart) Operating Frequency - Likewise, the current operating frequency is similarly coded, this time into four bytes comprised of eight fields, from MSB to LSB. Base conversion must be done on the value to arrive at the actual frequency (binary-to-hexadecimal, then hexadecimal-to-decimal. For example, a read binary value of 0000 0001 0101 1011 1110 01 10 1000 0000 would convert to 14.250.00 MHz as follows: its t -3 are "dummy bits" - a /O combination may appear ere, but is insignificant. Operating Frequency Data Bytes (1-4) Byte 1 Byte 3 Byte 2 Field 2 Field 3 Field 4 F i ! & l Field 5 Byte 4 Field 6 Field 7 Field LSB 01010/0 0 1 0 0 1 1 0 1 1 1 0 1 1101111 1 / 1 1 1 / 0 0 1 / 1 1 0 1 / 0 1 0 / 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 1 5 B E 6 8 0 IF Filter Selection - The first data bit (Bit 0) contains a flag indicating normal or alternate reception mode (see table). The remainder of the data byte contains 2 x 4-bit fields separated by a dummy bit. The first field holds the 3-bit binary code for the 8.2 MHz 2nd IF filter selection, while the second holds the 455 kHz 3rd IF selection. Codes are listed in the bottom of the table below. 015BE680H = 1,425,000 (base conversion) 1,425,000 Hz = 14.250.00 MHz Clarifier Offset - Clarifier offset is written using 16-bit binary data in two bytes. Negative offsets are expressed in binary 2s-complement format, with a leading bit flag value* of "1". Although frequency resolution below 10 Hz cannot be viewed, absolute clarifier offsets down to 0.625 Hz can be read from downloaded data. Arithmetic conversion must be done on the binary value to arrive at the actual frequency offset (multiplying the 16-bit binary offset by 0.625). For example, a binary value of 001 1 1110 01 10 1111 (3E6FH or 15,983) multiplied by 0.625 results in an offset of +9989.375 Hz. A value of 1100 0001 1001 0001 (the 2-s complement of the previous example) produces a minus offset of -9989.375 Hz. See the byte chart at the top of the next column for a breakdown of the conversion process. page 78 VFO/MEM Indicators - Five flags indicate the status of Clarifier (Rx & Tx), Repeater Offset (+I-), and Antenna Selection (NBIRX). Bits 0 and 1 are not used (dummy values). CAT System Computer Control Coding Examples Although Yaesu Musen does not provide CAT control software (owing to the large variety of computers and operating systems used by our customers), the following are a few examples of critical CAT I10 functions, in Basic. Note that all variations of Basic may not support some of the commands, in which case alternate algorithms may need to be developed to duplicate the functions of those shown. Sending a Command After "opening" the computer's serial port for 4800-baud, 8 data bits and 2 stop bits with no parity, as I10 device #2, any C A l command may be sent. However, if you determine that your computer may need extra time to process data returned from the transceiver, you should send the Pacing command first. Mere is an example of the Pacing command setting a 2-ms delay: PRINT #2,CHR$(O);CHR$(O);CHR$(O);CHR$(2);CHR$(&HE); Notice that the instruction opcode is sent last, with the first (MSB) parameter sent just before it, and the LSB parameter (or dummies) sent first. This means that the parameters are sent in the reverse order from that in which they appear in the CAT Commands table. Also note that in this and the following examples, we are sending zeros as dummy bytes; this is not necessary, however. If you decide to send commands through a 5-byte array, the values of the dummy parameters need not be cleared. Also note the semicolon at the end of the line, to prevent Basic from sending extra bytes to "end the line" (the CAT system control system is based on binary streams, not text streams). Using the same example as on page 74, the following command could be used to set the frequency of the display to 14.25000 MHz: Notice here that the BCD values can be sent just by preceding the decimal digits with "&H" in this example, However, in an actual program, it may be preferable to convert the decimal frequency variable in the program to an ASCII string, and then to convert the string to characters through a lookup table. If you send a parameter that is out of range for the intended function, or not among the specified legal values for that function, the FT-1000MP should do nothing. Therefore, you may wish to alternate your sending regular commands or command groups with the Read Flags or short-form Update commands, allowing the transceiver to let the computer know if everything sent so far has been accepted and acted upon as expected. Bear in mind that some commands specify "binary", as opposed to BCD formatted parameters. You can send binary parameters without going through the characterlhex string conversion process. For example, the CH parameter in the Command table is a binary value. You could have the FT-1000MP recall memory channel 50 (decimal) by the following: Note that we must send 49 to get channel 50, since the channel numbers in the comrnand start from 0, while those on the display start with 1. Reading Returned Data The reading process is easily done through a loop, storing incoming data into an array, which can then be processed after the entire array has been read. To read the meter: FOR !=I TO 5 MDATA(I) = ASC(INPUT$(1,#2)) NEXT I Recall from above that the meter data consists of four identical bytes, followed by a filler byte, so we really only need to see one byte to get all of the information this command offers. Nevertheless, we must read all five bytes (or 1, 16, or 1,863, in the case of the Update data). After reading all of the data, we can select the bytes of interest to us from the array (MDATA, in the above example). page 79 CAT System Computer Control Legend: Send a// commands in ;the order shown! Commands that duplicate a front panel button are named with all caps or else have their key displayed. Parameter variables are labeled with letters, while "-" indicates a padding byte. Value is unimportant, but it must be present to pad the block out to five bytes. Parameter Description Recall Memory - - - X 02H Recalls memory number X: 01H-71 H, corresponding to memories 1-99, P I -P9, and QMB 1-5. i"s,,l - - K X 03H Enter (K=OOH), Mask (K=OI H) or Un-Mask (K=02H), memory channel X (01H-71 H). Tuning knob or panel IocWunlock: LOCK - - - P 04H P=OOH: Main dial lock P=02H: Sub dial lock NB - - - V 05H Select VFO-A (V=OOH), or VFO-€3(V=02H). @ m J - - - X 06H Copy memory X (01H-71 H) to last-used VFO. P=OI H: Main dial unlock P=03H: Sub dial unlock \ 07H 08H 1 1 / Step VFO-A /B (V=OOH/OI H) up by 100 kHz / 1 MHz (U=OOH/OI H) Step VFO-A /B (V=OOH/01 H) down by 100 kHz 1 1 MHz (D=OOH/OI H) Clarifier offset direction & frequency in BCD C1= Hz offset C2= kHz offset C3= Direction (+I-) (C1=00-99H) (C2=00-09H) (C3=OO/FFH) 09H Clarifier On/Off/Reset: C4=RXCLAROFF/ON TXCLAROFF/ON CLAR CLEAR OAh (C4=00/01) (C4=80/81) (C4=FFH) New operating frequency in BCD format (FI -F4): see text for formatting example. Select Operating Mode M: OCH page 80 LSB M=OOH CW (R) M=03H FM M=06H RTTY(U) M=09H USB AM FM PKT(L) M=O1H M=04H M=07H M-OAH CW M=02H AM(Sync) = 0 RTTY(L) = 08 PKT(F) = OBH CAT System Computer Control Legend: order shown! Commands that duplicate a front panel button are named Send all commands in with all caps or else have their key displayed. Parameter variables are labeled with letters, while "-" indicates a padding byte. Value is unimportant, but it must be present to pad the block out to five bytes. Parameter Description K1=00H (fixed value) U2= keyer function: OOH = Message 0 (key #5) 01 H = Message 1 (key #6) 02H = Message 2 (key #7) 03H = Message 3 (key #8) 04H = CQ/ID Message (key # I ) 05H = Contest Number (key #2) 06H = Decrement Contest Number (key #4) 07H = Increment Contest Number (key #3) 08H = Message Playback w/o Tx (key # l o ) 091-1 = Write Message into Memory (key #9) K3=01H (fixed value) U4=1BH (fixed value) RX EDSP OFF (30H), P I = OOH AM EDSP Demodulation On (31H), P1 = OOH USB EDSP Demodulation (32H), with audio response of 100 Hz-3.1 kHz (PI =00H) or 300 Hz-2.8 kHz (PI =1OH) LSB EDSP Demodulation (33H), with audio response of 100 Hz-3.9 kHz (PI =00H) or 300 Hz-2.8 kHz (PI =1OH) AF Filter Off (.$OH), P I = OOH AF LPF On (41H), where P1 = Fcutoff(BCD format) AF HPF On (42H), where P1 = Fcutofr(BCD format) CW 240 HZ BWF (45H), where P1 = Fcenter(BCD format) CW 120 HZ BWF (46H), where P I = Fcenter (BCD format) page 81 CAT System Computer Control Legend: Send all commands in the order shown! Commands that duplicate a front panel button are named with all caps or else have their key displayed. Parameter variables are labeled with letters, while "-" indicates a padding byte. Value is unimportant, but it must be present to pad the block out to five bytes. Command Parameter Bytes 1st Opcode Parameter Description 5th 2nd 3rd 4th EDSP Settings (continued from previous page), P2 = : CW 60 Hz BWF (47H), where P I = Fcenter (BCD format) Data Mode AF Filter On (48H), where P1 = FSK (1OH), SSTV(2OH), Packet (30H), or FAX (40H). 1 Random Noise Filter (4AH) Off / On (PI =00H / 1YH) / / I EDSP 1 Auto Notch Filter (4BH) Off / On (PI OOH / 10H) / Enhanced Digital Signal Processing 1I I 11 = AF Equalization (4EH), where P I = Off (OOH), Bank 1 (1OH), Bank 2 (20H), Bank 3 (30H), or Bank 4 (40H). 75H \ Tx EDSP OFF (BOH) (Continued from previous page) USB EDSP Modulation (B2H), with audio response of: 100 HZ-3.1 kHz (PI = I OH), 150 HZ-3.1 kHz (PI =20H), 200 HZ-3. 1 kHz (PI =30H), 300 HZ-3. 1 kHz (PI =40H) LSB EDSP Modulation (B3H), with audio response of: 100 HZ-3.1 kHz (PI -1 OH), 150 HZ-3.1 kHz (PI =20H), 200 HZ-3.1 kHz (PI =30H), 300 HZ-3.1 kHz (P1=40H) Mic. Audio Equalization (61H), where P1 = Off (OOH), Bank 1 (1OH), Bank 2 (20H), Bank 3 (30H), or Bank 4 (40H). I/ / 1 1- I- 1-1T 1 Tuner start I - / - / -- I Dual Operation ( - I - / - / D 1 TUNER - il Set SUB VFO-B Operating Freq. - - R I 82H 1 83H 1 81H I 1 1 Switch antenna tuner On (T=O1H) or Off (T=OOH) Start antenna tuner Switch dual receive On (D= 01H) or Off (D=OOH) 84H Seiect simplex operation (R=OOH), -shift (R=O1H), or +shift (R=O2H) for repeater operation. 85H Copy data displayed in VFO-A to VFO-B 8AH I Enter new operating frequency in FI - F4, in BCD format: see text for example. Select filter bandwidth for selected IF (see below): 2nd & 3rd IF Filter Selection I I 8CH Memory Channel Scan Skip 8DH Step VFO-A UpIDown 8EH page 82 6.0 K 2.4 K 2.0 K 500 Hz 250 Hz X4=09 X4=00 X4=01 X4=02 X4=03 THRU X4=84 2.4 K X4=80 2.0K X4=81 500 Hz X4=82 250 Hz X4=83 both VFO-A VFO-B X1=00 X1=01 X1=02 Tag memory channels 1 thru 99 (X=OI -6CH), to be skipped (S=OI H) or included (S=OOH) while scanning. I Step frequency of VFO-A Up (T=OOH) or Down (T=O1H) 1I CAT System Computer Control Legend: Send aN commands in the order s h o w ! Commands that duplicate a front panel button are named with all caps or else have their key displayed. Parameter variables are labeled with letters, while "-" indicates a padding byte. Value is unimpoltant, but it must be present to pad the block out to five bytes. Parameter Description Refer to the tone list below. z E=17 179.9 Hz z E=18 186.2 Hz CTCSS Encoder Set offset for RPT steps. Use BCD fo X3 must be 00,01 or 02 page 83 CAT System Computer Control - Notes: page 84 - Menu Programming Selection & Settings Menu Se ection and Settings In the last chapter, basic and advanced operation were covered to explain the various transceiver features. This chapter covers all of the menu selections entries and their settings used by the transceiver. These functions were described previously, but must be configured as desired using menu programming. Menu selections are shown as they appear in the display to assist you as you go along. Menu Selections Seventy-nine transceiver settings are contained in programming menu (refer to the menu list shown on the opposite page). To view and edit menu selections, press FAST + PI: FAST IJzFcLl ' Selects the number of default memory channels (from 1-99) made available from within group 1. If all 99 memory channels are enabled, group 2 is not configurable. Selects the number of default memory channels (from 1-99) made available from within group 2 if less than 99 memory channels are enabled in group 1. If all 99 memory channels are enabled, group 3 is not configurable. Selects the number of default memory channels made available from within group 3 if groups 1 and 2 are not configured for 99 channels total. If all 99 memory channels are enabled, group 4 is not configurable. The SUB VFO-B display shows the selection name, while MAIN VFO-A display shows the current (default) setting. G-1-1 Rotating the MEMNFO CH knob displays the various selections, whose numbers appear in the memory channel box. Selects the number of default memory channels made available from within group 4 if groups 1, 2, & 3 are not configured for 99 channels total. If all 99 memory channels are enabled, group 5 is not configurable. Rotating the Main VFO knob lets you choose between the various settings available for the displayed selection. Some settings are merely an offlon switch, while others are variable tuning step sizes, time and frequency values, or mode choices. Default (current) Setting 3-5 ~,-PL~-~H krPSecH Selects the number of default memory thannels made available from within arour, 5 (to 99 total) if groups 1, 2, 3 & 4 are norcokfiguied for 99 channels total. Selection Number Selection Name MEMIVFO CH use the MAIN VFO knob to change default settings use the MEMNFO CH knob to choose the menu selection name & number page 85 - Menu Programming Selection & Se tthgs Quick Memory Bank Channels - Allocates I to 5 memories for use with the instant-write "quick-memory" feature. A u t o Memory Up - When programming memories from the VFO, this feature automatically increments selection to the next higher memory. This allows programming sequential memories more easily (you don't have to manually select the next memory be writing). This also prevents inadvertently overwriting stored memories. VFO A & B Dial FAST Tuning Rate - Select x2 or x4 tuning when the FAST button is pressed. Shuttle Jog Encoder Speed - Select the encoder pulse duration from % - 108 msec (in 1 msec steps). fF SHlFI/MllDTH ConWd Tuning Step Size Select 10 or 20-Hz step size. Total knob "sning range is 62 encoder steps (with 20-Hz step size the shift range is double that with 10-Hz). Clarifier f i n i n g Offset - Enables/disables the offset tuning meter above the MAIN VFO-A frequency display. As the eLAw control is rotated and the TX or RX frequency is offset, a single meter segment shift to show your relative offset from the original frequency. Clarifier Tuning Step Size - Select 0.625 Hz, 1.25 Hz, 2.5 Hz, 5 Hz, 10 Hz, or 20 Hz tuning steps used with the R x & T x CbAR control. Scan Pause - Enables/disables pausing on activity while scanning. Scan Resume Mode - Selects one sf three scan-stop modes: Carrier Stop - Scanning pauses on activity, resumes when signal disappears. Carrier -Timed Stop - Scanning pauses on activity for 5 seconds then resumes scanning for the next stations (whether signal remains or not) Carrier limed Slow - Scanning slows down for 5 seconds after detecting activity, then resumes to normal scan rate. MAIN VFO-A Tuning Step Size - Select 0.625 Hz, 1.25 Hz, 2.5 Hz, 5 Hz, I0 Hz, or 20 Hz tuning steps. M m a r y Ssan Speed - This sets the scan dwell time, which is the duration that scanning samples each memory channel. This duration can be set from 100 1OOQ msec, in 10 msec steps. - SUB VFO-B Tuning Step Size - Select 0.625 Hz, 1.25 Hz, 2.5 Hz, 5 Hz, 10 Hz, or 20 Hz tuning steps. Dial (VFO) Scan Speed - This sets the dwell time that scanning samples each VFO channel. This duration can be set from 1 100 msec, in 1 msec steps. - VFO Channel Step Size - For the Channel Stepping feature, step size can be selected from 1 -1 00 Hz (in I -Hz increments). Quick Split Offset Tuning - Select a tuning offset of up to &I00 kHz (in I -kHz steps). page 86 Auto Memory Input - When enabled, active channels found during scanning are automatically written into ascending memory channels of Group 1 , or all groups, until full. - Menu Programming Selection & Settings Memory Scan Skip - Enable/disable the memory scan skip feature. When OFF, memories marked for scan skip will be passed over during scanning. When ON, all memories are scanned. Scan Delay Time - Select a scanning delay time of 1 10 seconds. This determines how long scanning pauses on activity before resuming. - Notch Operation - Selects Notch Filter operation: IF NOTCH - Manual IF notch operation using the front panel knob with the same name. AU7"0 DSP - When the NOTCH button is pressed, the EDSP multiple notch circuit automatically locates existing heterodynes and notches them. Any additional heterodynes are also notched as they appear. SELECT - The EDSP button selects notch operation. If EDSP is active and the NOTCH button is pressed, Auto-Notch operation takes effect. With EDSP disabled, manual notch operation is activated. Frequency Display Format ' Carrier - Display the actual carrier frequency, without any offset added. When changing modes, the frequency display remains constant. Offset - When changing modes, the frequency display changes to reflect the added BFO offset. Display Resolution - Select 10 Hz, 100 Hz, or 1 kHz display frequency resolution for the main and sub-VFO displays. Note that this setting does not affect tuning step size. Expanded Tuning Scale - Selects the display format of the expanded tuning scale located above the main frequency display: Dial - Permits sub-resolution tuning and display using small sub-increment segments that expand outward as the dial is turned. Clarifier - permits viewing relative Rx or Tx clarifier offset from the displayed frequency. A single segment moves left or right from center as the GLAR knob is rotated. Transverter Display - Select 50, 144, or 430 offset to be displayed in the 1's, 1o's, and 100's of MHz place for operation with a transverter. LCD Display Brightness - Enables adjusting the display intensity between high or low. Panel Offset Diisplay Mode - Select one or four parameters to be viewed in the smaller subdisplay to the right of the MAlN VFO-A frequency display: Clarifier - Display "clarified" frequency offset AFrx or AFtx from original frequency. Channel Freq. - Display the operating frequency contained in the selected memory channel. Offset - Displays the frequency difference (offset) between the displayed MAlN VFO-A and SklB VFO-B frequencies. A1 (CW) Pitch - Displays the default CW pitch setting. Sub-Meter Bar Graph - Enables the S-meter bargraph segment display for SUB VFO-B Main Meter Peak-Hold - Enableldisable peakhold feature, and select display badsegment persistence (delay time) from 10 2000 msec. - Sub Meter Peak Hold - Enable/disable peakhold feature, and select display barlsegment persistence (delay time) from 10 2000 msec. - RF Power Output Range - Select a maximum RF power output limit of 100W, SOW, or 1OW. page 87 - Menu Programming Selection & Settings Key & Panel Beeper - Enable/disable the beep that sounds when a front panel key or button is pressed. AM HPF - This adjusts the low frequency cutoff for the AM HPF. Signals below this frequency are rejected. The lower cutoff frequency is adjustable from 100 - 1800 Hz. Digital Mode Filter - Select one of three preset filters optimized for FAX, PACKET or SSTV operation. Beep Frequency - Adjust the front panel key & button beep pitch from 220 7040 Hz. By turning the VFO-B knob slightly so that ~ ~ ~ ~ ' - ~ L I I - I appears, a constant pitch matches the displayed DVS Record VFO - Select MAlN VFO-A or pitch, which is adjusted using the MAlN VFO-A knob. Note - beep volume can be adjusted via SUB VFO-B as the receive audio source to record the hole on the bottom case of the transceiver. from when using the optional DVS-2 (Digital Voice Insert a small insulated screwdriver and slowly System). turn the trimmer for the desired volume. - Tune-up Drive Power - Select a maximum output power limit of 10, 50 or 100 W for driving the input circuit of an external linear RF amplifier while tuning. Transmit Audio EDSP - Disable or select one of four available EDSP equalization schemes for transmitted microphone audio. Select the one that best suits your voice characteristics by activating the monitor circuit, transmitting and switching through each type while comparing each effect. EDSP Receive Band Pass Filters - tailor the frequency response for the four available receiver EDSP Band Pass Filter networks: SSB LPF - This adjusts the high frequency cutoff for the SSB LPF. Signals above this frequency are rejected. The upper cutoff frequency is adjustable from 1000 3200 Hz. - SSB HPF - This adjusts the low frequency cutoff for the SSB HPF. Signals below this frequency are rejected. The lower cutoff frequency is adjustable from 100 1800 Hz. - CW BPF - This selects the total bandwidth for the band-pass filter, which passes a range of frequencies falling within an upper and lower pair of cutof frequencies. Bandwidths of 60-, 120-, and 240-Hz are selectable. AM LPF- This adjusts the high frequency cutoff for the AM LPF. Signals above this frequency are rejected. The upper cutoff frequency is adjustable from1 000 3200 Hz. - page 88 DVS-2 PTT - Enableldisable transmitter PTT control from the DVS-2 unit. Headphone Mode - Select one of three audio mixing modes for use with headphones: Mono - audio from both the main and sub VFO is combined and heard the same in both ears. STEREO I - Audio from both the MAlN VFO-A and SUB VFO-B can be heard in each ear, but SUB VFO audio is attenuated in the left ear and MAlN VFO audio is attenuated in the right. STEREO 2 - Audio from MAlN VFO-A is heard only in the left ear and SUB VFO-B in the right. Note: both VFOs must be activated by the DUAL button on the front panel, and the main and sub audio must be balanced using the MAlN and SUB AF GAIN controls. AF GAIN Control - Selects the operation of the MAIN SUB AF GAIN front panel control: Balanced - The audio level for both VFOs is adjusted by the inner control, while the outer collar adjusts the balance. Separate - The audio level for each VFO is adjusted separately (inner knob for MAlN VFO volume, outer collar for SUB VFO volume). , - Menu Programming Selection & Settings 2nd IF 2.4 kHz Filter - Enableldisable the factory-installed 2.4 kHz IF filter for front-panel BANDWIDTH selection. 2nd IF 2.0 kHz Filter - Enableldisable the optional 2.0 kHz IF filter (Yaesu PIN YF-114SN) for front-panel BANDWIDTH selection. 2nd IF 500 Hz Filter - Enableldisable the factory-installed 500 Hz IF filter for front-panel BANDWIDTH selection. 2nd IF 250 Hz Filter - Enableldisable the optional 2.4 kHz IF filter (Yaesu PIN YF-I14CN) for front-panel BANDWIDTH selection. r II 3-1 r i ~ 211-I -13-I-L.I 1 3rd IF 2.4 kHz Filter - Enableldisable the factory-installed 2.4 kHz IF filter for front-panel BANDWIDTH selection. 3rd IF 2.0 kHz Filter - Enableldisable the optional 2.0 kHz IF filter (Yaesu P/N YF-11OSN) for front-panel BANDWIDTH selection. C -1 - oi t1CC -1 -1 -I - -1Crti-I LIu 3rd IF 500 Hz Filter - Enableldisable the factory-installed 500 Hz IF filter (or optional Collins YF-115CN) for front-panel BANDWIDTH selection. TX EDSP Filter - Select either a 6.0-kHz or 2.4-kHz digital bandpass filter for early-stage transmit audio tailoring. Frequency Shift - Select 170, 425 or 850 Hz standard frequency shift for FSK RTTY operation. Important Note! - if changing RTTY shift to other than 170 Hz, be sure to re-calibrate the tuning meter as outlined on page 72. The calibration routine is simple, and ensures your center tuning indication matches the tone pair. RTTY Polarity - Select normal or reverse Mark/Space polarity for RTTY operation. Normal operation utilizes a 2125-Hz mark frequency, while reverse uses 2295 Hz. See the table on page 54 for a list of standard tone pairs. ,-c, -I:,- ,. ;-- ;-- I: - L Cl 1 1- 1-1 RTTY Tone - Selects high or low mark tone for RTTY operation. See the table on page 54 for a comparison of highllow tone pairs. 6 - ,-tk;..FbSP RTTY Frequency Display - selects the type of display offset that appears during RTTY operation. Offset - Displays the RTTY BFO offset. Carrier - Displays the actual carrier frequency. 3rd IF 250 Hz Filter - Enable/disable the optional 250 Hz IF filter (Yaesu PIN YF-11OCN) for front-panel BANDWIDTH selection. SUB VFB Filter - Enableldisable optional SUB VFO-B 3rd IF 500-Hz CW filter (Yaesu PIN YF11 5C). Packet Frequency Display Offset - You can offset the frequency readout to display the center frequency between the two transmitted carriers (tone pairs). Rotate the MAIN VFO-A knob to adjust the display offset, or else set to 0.00 to display the actual carrier frequency. See menu selection 6-5 below for tone pair selection. page 89 - Menu Programming Selection & Settings Packet Tones - Select one of four available packet tone pairs (107011270Hz, 160011800Hz, 202512125Hz or 211012130Hz). The frequency displayed is actually the center frequency of the selected tone pair, Contest Keyer ID - Enter the initial 5-digit number that will incrementldecrement after sending during contest QSOs. Imporfant Notel- if changing the packet tone pair to other than 202512225 Hz, be sure to re-calibrate the tuning meter as outlined on page 72. The calibration routine is simple, and ensures your center tuning indication matches the tone pair. Break-in Time Delay - Select the time delay from 0-30 ms (5 ms default) between when the P-rT is keyed and the carrier is transmitted during QSK operation. CTCSS Repeater %one - Select one of 33 CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System) tones to be transmitted to access repeaters that require them. By default, 88.5 Hz is enabled. - 5.10 seconds (0.00 secs. by default) during Repeater $one Setting - Select continuous tone or burst tone mode for CTCSS operation. Repeater Shift - Select the desired TX frequency offset (shift) from the displayed Rx frequency to access repeaters. Standard shift is 100 kHz for 29-MHz FM repeaters. Keyer Mode Selection - Select the desired keyer emulation mode for the built-in electronic keyer: IAMBIC I - Iambic keyer with ACS (Automatic Character Spacing) enabled. Character weighting is set using menu selection 7-0. BUG - Mechanical "bug" keyer emulation. One paddle produces "dits" automatically, while the other paddle manually produces "dahs". IAMBIC 2 - Iambic keyer with ACS disabled. Character weighting is set using menu selection 7-1 (below). Keyer Delay - Select the time delay from 0.00 which the transmitter remains keyed after you stop sending. CW Playback Style (for Contest Number) Determines the "Cut" number format playback for the CW Contest Number (see menu selection 7-3). The selected number will be played back in "Cut" format (see the chart on page 62). EDSP Enhanced Modulation & Dernodulatian - This processes received and transmitted audio at the 3rd IF level (455 kHz) for enhanced band pass filtering and audio response tailoring. Four individual EDSP modes are selected with the SUB VFO-B dial, while frequency response choices are adjusted using the MAIN VFO-A dial: S S B (Rx) - S e l e c t 1 0 0 - 3 1 0 0 H z 300-2800Hz filter response, or OFF. or SSB (Tx) - Select 100-31 00 Hz, 150-31 00 Hz, 200-31 00 Hz, or 300-31 00 Hz filter response, or OFF. CW (Rx) - Select 100-31 00 Hz filter response, or OFF. AM (Rx) - Select 70-3800 Hz filter response, or OFF. CW "Dot" Weighting - Adjust dot character weight from 1 127 (10 by default). - CW "Dash" Weighting - Adjust dash character weight from 1 - 127 (30 by default). page 90 Sub VFO Receiver - Enable or disable the SUB VFO-€3 receiver from operation. If disabled, you can temporarily turn on the Sub receiver by pressing W, or the SUB VFO-B RX buttonILED. - Menu Programming Selection & Settings - i t 8-4 I I: ~c-FUI-~C Remote Controi Function- Selects the active feature for remote control operation. Note - Remote control operation requires constructing a 12-switch input keyboard for operation, see the description and charts on pages 60-63 for details of operation. Keyer - Activates contest keyer operation. Function Keys - Emulates front panel Memory Control keys. VFO-A - Enables direct-frequency input to VFO-A by emulating the front panel keypad keys. VFO-B - Enables direct-frequency input to VFO-B by emulating the front panel keypad keys. o.n U LI Split Mode Operation - Selects one of three split operating modes: Normal - in this default mode, pressing activates SUB VFO-B for transmission. Other settings (such as mode and frequency) must be manually set for the Sub VFO. Auto - when isPLnl is pressed, SUB VFO-B is enabled for transmit, and the selected operating mode from MAlN VFO-A is automatically copied into SUB VFO-B. A=B - Same as Auto mode above, however, a preset frequency offset is applied to SUB VFO-B for transmission. F 8 5 t -3 iCi C8 FAST Button Operation - Select front-panel FAST button actuation: Receiver Front-End RF Amplifier - Select the desired receiver front-end amplifier configuration: Momentary - press and hold to engage fast tuning. Flat - A broadband amplifier with flat response Continuous - toggle onltoggle off fast tuning. 8.. 1 Tuned - A separate tuned amplifier for low and high bands. i L I C- Ft2 "L L LOCK Button Operation - Choose between Dial - locks MAlN VFO-A knob only Panel - locks front panel buttons & keys (refer to drawing below). Primary - locks front panel primary function keys (refer to drawing below). - Panel Lock when the Main VFO (A) lock is pressed, all controls within the shaded area are disabled. When the Sub VFO (B) lock is pressed, only the SUB VFO tuning knob is disabled. Primary Lock - when the Main VFO (A) lock is pressed, only the MAlN VFO tuning knob is disabled. When the Sub VFO (B) lock is pressed, all controls within the shaded areas are d~sabled. Antenna Selection - Choose between: AUTO - Antenna selections are automatically copied along with other operating parameters during memory programming. ON - Enables front panel ANT switch. OFF- Disables the front panel ANT switch (only ANT-A is selected). User Setting - This configures an operating "environment" selected by pressing the frontpanel USER button. Operating parameters are selected using the SUB VFO-B knob, while options are chosen with the MAlN VFO-A knob. Mode - This selects to which mode the custom settings are applied. Choose LSB, USB, CW (normallreverse), RTTY (normallreverse), or packet (LSB only). Display Offset - You can choose a custom offset f5.000 kHz (in 5-Hz steps) to take effect when the User mode is active. The default offset is dependent upon operating mode. Rx PLL Offset - You can offset the receiver PLL frequency f5.000 kHz (in 5-Hz steps) when the USER button is pressed. page 91 - Menu Programming Selection & Settings Rx Carrier - This is used to adjust the receive carrier injection frequency between 450-460 kHz. The default injection frequency is dependent upon operating mode. Tx PLL Offset - You can offset the transmitter PLL frequency f5.000 kHz (in 5-Hz steps) when the USER button is pressed. Tx Carrier - This is used to adjust the transmit carrier injection frequency between 456.300-460.000 kHz (in LSB and PKT), 450.000-453.700 kHz (USB), or between 450.000-460.000 kHz (all others). The default injection frequency is dependent upon operating mode. RTTY Offset (shift) - For operators who desire to use a non-standard marWspace shift (that is, other than 17014251850 Hz), a custom shift (k5.000 kHz in 5-Hz steps) can be chosen. The mark is the carrier frequency, while the space is offset above or below the carrier by the value of this setting. For best results, we recommend limiting shift to +I ,000 kHz or less. Easy Set - If you enjoy operating FAX or SSTV, you can select on of these for the User mode. The carrier and offset options for both settings come factory pre-configured and optimized for best operation. SUB VFO Receiver AGC - Select automatic, slow, or fast AGC recovery time for the Sub VFOB receiver. Antenna Tuner - Enable or disable the internal automatic antenna tuner unit for operation. Rx LSB Carrier - Adjust the receiver carrier point for LSB throughout the range of -200 9500 Hz. Tx LSB Carrier - Adjust the transmitter carrier point for LSB throughout the range of -200 +500 Hz. - Processor LSB - Adjust the speech processor carrier point for LSB throughout the range of -200 +500 Hz. - Rx USB Carrier - Adjust the receiver carrier point for USB throughout the range of -200 - +500 Hz. Tx USB Carrier - Adjust the transmitter carrier point for USB throughout the range of -200 +500 Hz. - Processor USB - Adjust the speech processor carrier point for USB throughout the range of -200 - 9500 HZ. Tx AM Carrier - Adjust the transmitter carrier point for AM throughout the range of k3000 Hz. LGF Notes See the table on the next page for a complete list of filter offsets according to mode, and custom frequency and display offsets. Several frequently-used menu functions can be accessed directly via two keystokes from Hold while pressing... to access: FAST VCCIMIC 4-5 EDSP-Fil Carrier Point Offset - This allows shifting the carrier point IF passband on both Tx and Rx to tailor the received audio response, as well as your transmitted voice audio. This can be used to customize your signal for your own voice characteristics. Seven individual carrier settings are selected with the SUB VFO-B dial, while offsets are adjusted (in 10-Hz steps) using the MAIN VFO-A dial: page 92 FAST RX-(SubVFQ) 8-7 SUB AGC Custom Frequency & Display Offset Information + 85.00 Hz + 212.5 Hz + 425.0 Hz + 85.00 Hz + 212.5 Hz + 425.0 Hz - 85.00 Hz - 21 2.5 Hz - 425.0 HZ + 85.00 Hz + 212.5 Hz + 425.0 Hz + 85.00 Hz + 212.5 Hz + 425.0 Hz 456.3600 kHz 456.4875 kHz 456.7000 kHz 452.7900 kHz 452.6625 kHz 452.4500 kHz 453.6400 kHz 453.5125 kHz 455.4250 kHz -330 Hz 0 0 0 0 456.170 kHz 456.700 kHz 457.125 kHz 457.210 kHz 456.500 kHz 456.700 kHz 457.125 kHz 457.21 0 kHz PKT-F 0 0 0 0 0 USER k5000 k5000 450-460 kHz 450.0 - 460.0 kHz RTTY- U PKT-L L 170 Hz L 425 Hz L 850 HZ H 170 Hz H 425 Hz H 850 Hz L 170 Hz L 425 Hz L 850 Hz 1170 Hz 1700 Hz 2125 Hz 2210 Hz - 85.00 Hz - 212.5 Hz - 425.0 HZ 455.0850 kHz 455.21 25 kHz 455.4250 kHz 455.0850 kHz 455.2125 kHz 455.4250 kHz 455.0850 kHz 455.2125 kHz 455.4250 kHz 454.9"10 kHz 454.7875 kHz 454.5758 kHz 454.9150 kHz 454.7875 kHz 454.5750 kHz 454.9150 kHz 454.7875 kHz 454.5750 kHz page 93 - Menu Programming Selection & Settings page 94 - Menu Programming Selection & Settings Transceiver Function Setting Table --- Function -- . - 3 q I I - - -- - RY GROUP 2 CHANNEL - 3 MEMORY GROUP 3 CHANNEL - 0 -99 VFO A & B DIAL SPEED -- / SHUTTLE JOG DIAL SPEED 1-2 OFF OFF x4 1 50 mS IF SHIFT / WIDTH STEP SIZE 10/20Hz -- MAIN VFO-A TUNING STEP SIZE 0.625 - 20 HZ 10 HZ SUB VFO-B TUNING STEP SIZE 0.625 - 20 HZ 10 HZ 1 1-5 I CHANNEL STEP SIZE 1-6 QUICK SPLIT OFFSET 1 1 - 100 kHz 1 10 Hz I 10kHz CLAR M-TUNE FUNCTION ON / OFF GLAR TUNING STEP SIZE 0.625 - 20 Hz 10 HZ SCAN PAUSE ON / OFF ON -- 2- 1 SCAN RESUME MODE - CAR STOP / CAW SLOW / CAR TIME CAR STOP MEMORY SCAN SKIP OFF / ON OFF 2-7 SCAN BELAY TIME 1-10s 5s I IF NOTCH MODE FREQUENCY DISPLAY 1 ON 2-6 1 2-9 1 - 100 kHz (k) - 2-0 -- -- ON / OFF 1 - - -- Setting Range 1 1 IF NOTCH / AUTO / SELECT OFFSET /CARRIER 1 IF NOTCH I1 OFFSET / DISPLAY RESOLUTION I 0 H z / 100 H z / 1 kHz 10 Hz page 95 - Menu Programming Selection & Settings Transceiver Function Setting Table Func. No. Function I 1 3-2 I ETS (Enhanced Tuning Scale) / Transverter Frequency Display 1 Dimmer (Display Brightness) 1I 3-3 1 3-4 Setting Range I I CLARI DIAL I OFF1501 1441430 1 LOWIHI Default I CLAR / OFF / HI / Panel Display Mode CW PITCH ICLAR ICH FREO/OFFSET CLAR SUB VFO-B S-Meter ONIOFF MAlN VFO-A Meter Peak-Hold OFF / 1 - 200 mS / 1 1I 1 I/ OFF 1 3-8 I SUB VFO-B Meter Peak-Hold I OFF11 -200mS I OFF I/ 4-0 1 4-1 I RF output Power (limit) 1 KEY & PANEL BEEPER 1 I ON /OFF 1 IOOW 1 ON I 1 I OFF 1 1I I I 4-2 1 4-4 KEY & PANEL BEEP PITCH TUNING DRIVE (AUTO POWER-DOWN) I TX AUDIO EDSP I EDSP Filters SSB LPF SSB HPF CW BPF AM LPF AM HPF DIGITAL FILTER IOOI~OI~OW 1 1 220 - 7040 Hz 10 / 50 / 100 W I OFF/l/2/3/4 - 100 3200 HZ 100- 1800Hz 60 / 120 / 240 Hz 1000 3200 HZ 100 1800 HZ PKT / SSTV / FAX 3200 Hz 100 Hz 240 Hz 3200 Hz 100 PKT / MAIN VFO / SUB VFO / ON /OFF I MAIN VFO I ON - - # 4-6 1 4-7 I DVS RX RECORDING / DVS PTT CONTROL 4-8 HEADPHONE AUDIO MONO / STEREO 1 1 STEREO 2 STEREO 1 4-9 AF GAIN BALANCE CONTROL SEPARATE 1 BALANCE SEPARATE 5-0 8.2 MHz FILTER 2.4 K ON / OFF ON 5- 1 8.2 MHz FILTER 2.0 K ON /OFF OFF 5-2 8.2 MHz FILTER 500 ON / OFF ON 5-3 8.2 MHz FILTER 250 ON / OFF OFF 5-4 455 KHz FILTER 2.4 K ON / OFF ON 1 5-5 / 455 KHz FILTER 1 2.0 K ON / OFF I OFF 455 KHz FILTER 500 ON /OFF OFF 455 KHZ FILTER 250 ON / OFF OFF ON 1 OFF OFF 1 11 - - 5-8 5-9 page 96 1 1 I/ -- SUB VFO RX FILTER I TX EDSP FILTER 1 6.0 kHz 12.0 kHz 1 6.0 kHz 1I - Menu Programming Selection & Settings I1 . Fun=. No. Function - / -- 6-0 -- - - - -- - I RTTY SHIFT ---__ -_ Setting Range I _ - - Default 1 170/4251850Hz Ii RTTY TONE PA1R HIGHT TONE ILOW TONE HIGH TONE CARRIER IOFFSET OFFSET PACKET FREQUENCY DISPLAY OFFSET i3.000 kHz -2.125 kHz 6-5 PACKET TONE FREQUENCY 1190 - 2215 HZ 6-7 CTCSS TONE SELECT 67.0 - 250.3 Hz TONE MODE 6-8 REPEATER SHIFT (TX OFFSET) 7-0 iPELEcTRoNIc KEYER MODE 7-1 / KEYER DOT WEIGHTING 7-2 / I KEYER DASH WEIGHTING a - P CONTINUOUS / BURST CONTINUOUS 1 0 - 200 kHz 1 1 / IAMBIC 1 1 BUG iIAMBIC 2 0 (05) -- 127' (2.0) 0 (2.0) - 127 (4.5) IAMBIC 1 1 30 (1 :3) /I 1 100 kHz 1 I I 1 170Hr NORMAL IREVERSE RPTY FREQUENCY DISPLAY -- I RTTY POLARITY 6-1 I1 1 1 -- I1 1 1 KEYER CONTEST NUMBER 1 7-4 I KEYER BREAK-IN TIME i / KEYER DELAY TIME 7-5 7-8 - 1 /I / 1 Bm2 8-4 8-5 1 / 1 I 1 / 0-30ms / 5ms I! 0.00 il 0.00 - 5.1 0 1 CONTEST NO. PLAYBACK STYLE ID NO. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, STYLE / EDSP MODULATION & DEMODULATION SSB (Rx) 100-31OOHz, 300-2800 HZ, Off SSB (Tx) 100-3100 Hz, 150-3100 HZ, 200-3100 HZ, 300-3100 HZ, Off CV\/ (Rx) 100-3100 HZ, Off AM (Rx) 70-3800 HZ, Off SUB RECEIVER 1 1 ON /OFF REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTION EL / PANEL / A10 / BIO FAST KEY OPERATION CONTINUOUS 1TOGGLE LOCK SELECTION 1 DIAL 1 PANEL / PRIMARY SPLIT OPERATION 1 FRONT END RF AMP SELECTION 1 TUNED IFLAT ANT KEY FUNCTION 1 NORM IAUTO IA-B AUTO ION IOFF OFF OFF OFF OFF 1 oN / 1 DIAL / NORM I FLAT / AUTO USER SETTING MODE DISPLAY OFFSET RECEIVE PLL RECEIVE CARRIER TRANSMIT PLL TRANSMIT CARRIER RTTY OFFSET DIGITAL MODE PRESETS LSB, USB, CW(U&L), RTTY (U&L), PKT LSB i 5.000 kHz + 5.000 kHz 450.000 - 460.000 kHz k 5.000 kHz see table 2 on the next page + 5.000 kHz OFF / SSTV / FAX Mode-Dependent see table 1 on the next page 0.000 kHz OFF page 97 - Menu Programming Selection & Settings Transceiver Function Setting Table - & , ' FahewMop Function Setting IRangMelection Def 8-7 SUB RX AGC AUTO / SLOW / FAST AUTO 8-8 TUNER ON / OFF ON CARRIER OFFSET RX LSB CARRIER TX USB CARRIER PROC. LSB CARRIER RX USB CARRIER TX USB CARRIER PROC USB CARRIER TX AM CARRIER 8-9 -0.200-0.500 kHz -0.200-0.500 kHz -0.200-0.500 kHz -0.200-0.500 kHz -0.200-0.500 kHz -0.200-0.500 kHz -0.200-0.500 kHz 0.000 kHz Table 1. Default USER Function Settings LSB USB CW (USB) CW(LSB) RTTY(LSB) RTTY(USB) PKT(LSB) 0.000 kHz 0.000 kHz 0.700 kHz -0.700 kHz -2.125 kHz 2.125 kHz -2.125 kHz I/ LSB / USB I CW(USB) I CW(LSB) I RTTY(LSB) I RTTY(USB) / PKT(LSB) I( / -1.450 kHz 1 1.450 kHz 1 0.700 kHz 1 -0.700 kHz 1 -2.210 kHz 1 2.210 kHz 1 -2.120 kHz I LSB USB CW (USB) CW (LSB) RTTY (LSB) RTTY (USB) PKT (LSB) 456.450 kHz 453.550 kHz 454.300 kHz 455.700 kHz 457.210 kHz 452.790 kHz 457.120 kHz - !3!- !- /I -1.500 kHz / 1.500 kHz / 0.700 kHz 1 -0.700 kHz 1 -2.125 kHz 1 2.125 kHz 1 -2.120 kHz / LSB USB CW (USB) CW (LSB) RTTY (LSB) RTTY (USB) PKT (LSB) 456.500 kHz 453.500 kHz 455.000 kHz 455.000 kHz 455.000 kHz 455.000 kHz 457.120 kHz LSB USB CW(USB) CW(LSB) RTTY(LSB) RTTY(USB) PKT(LSB) 0.000 kHz 0.000 kHz 0.000 kHz 0.000 kHz -0.170 kHz 0.170 kHz 0.000 kHz - ,-- EI dI t ! I 1- 1- 9 3CC Table 2. TX CARRIER Adjustmmt Ranges LSB USB + page 98 - 460.000 kHz 450.000 - 453.700 kHz 456.300 PKT all others - 460.000 kHz 450.000 - 460.000 kHz 456.300 ' InstalIing Internal Accessories Installing Internal Accessories This section contains the installation procedures for installable options available for the FT1000MP- A complete list of and their corresponding Yaesu P/N is provided on page 6 of this manual. Please check with your dealer for pricing and availability. Receiver filter, now would be a good time to install it, as its mounting position is also exposed during the TCXO installation procedures. ;bC)ISounr"2"~ 0 Disconnect all cables from the transceiver. Temperature-CompensatedCrystal Oscillators are the head of the master reference oscillator used throughout transceiver circuitry. Two optional TCXO units are available for installation into the FT-1000MP. The k2-ppm TCXO-4 is a small module that plugs into the connector provided on the existing REF-UNIT PCB, while the M.5-ppm TCXO-6 replaces the factory-installed REF-UNIT. Both units provide enhanced frequency stability over the standard + 0-ppm I module. *\*- @? If you also have the optional YF-1I5C Sub TCXO-4 lnsfallation 8 Remove the three screws on each side of the transceiver, and the three along the top edge of the rear panel, then lift ONthe top cover. eJ Remove the seven screws from the bottom of the transceiver, then lift off the bonom cover. O Locate the REF UNlT in the top left corner of the right chassis side (see the photograph below), and the empty space labeled TCXO4 OPTION. 0 Position the TCXO-4 Unit so that its empty 3-pin connector, and mounting hole mate with the protruding 3 pins and nylon mount on the REF UNIT. O Gently press the unit into place, so that it is firmly seated, and the nylon mounting tabs "mushroom" through the hole and lock the unit in place. OLocate the three-wire plug installed in jack J4702 (labeled REF). Unplug this connector and plug it into the jack next to it - 54703 (labeled TCXO-4). Use a small screwdriver to pry up the rear edge of the connector, and avoid pulling on the wires. O This completes the installation. Replace the bottom then top cover. REF UNIT and SUB RX UNlT OPTION LOCATIONS I page 99 Installing lnternal A ccessorks TCXO-6 lns tallation 61 Disconnect all cables from the transceiver. -- - 1 C7 Rema've the three screws on each side of the transceiver, and the lhree along the top edge of the rear panel, then lift off the top cover. %3 Remove the seven screws from the bottom of the transceiver, then lift off the bottom cover. B Locate the REF UNIT in the front right corner of the chassis (see photo on previous page), and remove the wiring connector from the board. Use a small screwdriver to pry up the rear edge of the connector, and avoid pulling on the wires. flS Removed the four screws at the corners of the board, and remove the REF UNIT. CS Position the new PCXQ-6 in place, and use the same screws just removed to affix the new board in place. Reinstali the wiring connector, O This completes the installation, replace the top cover and screws removed above (unless installing other options now). Main Receiver 2nd and 3rd F FiIters A total of 5 optional crystal IF filter units can be installed in addition to the factory-installed filters (see the table at the top of the next column for filter part number and bandwidth. Contact your dealer for pricing, availability and ordering. These filters include small boards with connectors, so no soldering is necessary for their installation. GF' Important! After filter installation, front~anel selection is not possible until individual filters are enabled via menu programming (menus 5-0 5-8). Refer to the Menu Programming chapter and enable the optional filters after installing them. - page I88 Optional - IF Filter Unit# 8.2 MHz 2nd IF 1 455 kHz 3rd IF 1 @FIf you also have the optional TCXO-4 or TCXO-6, now would be a good time to install it, as its mounting position is also exposed during the optional filter installation procedure. B Disconnect all cables from the transceiver. 13 Remove the three screws on each side of the transceiver, and the three along the top edge of the rear panel, then lift off the top cover. B Remove the seven screws from the bottom of , the transceiver, then lift off the bottom cover. 13 On the underside of the transceiver chassis, locate the IF UNIT. Referring to the photograph below, determine the location of the filter(s) you are installing. CI3 Position each filter so that its connectors are aligned with the mounting pins on the board, and push it into place, so the nylon mounting tabs "mushroom" through the holes and lock the unit in place. B Replace the bottom and top cover (unless installing other options now). Refer to page 89 of the Menu Programming chapter to enable newly-installed filters. installing Internal Accessories Sub k c e i w s CW BVarrow Filter Memory Back Up Switch The optional YF-1 I5C Collins Mechanical filter (500 HZ BW) is available for the 455-kHz Sub Receiver 3rd IF for enhanced reception. Only top cover removal is required for installation. The rear panel memory BACKUP switch is normally kept in the ON position to ensure your memorized data is maintained (by a small amount of power from the lithium battery) when the radio is off, or the DC power source is removed. Installation 0 Disconnect all cables from the transceiver. 0 Remove the three screws on each side of the transceiver, and the three along the top edge of the rear panel, then lift off the top cover. O Locate the SUB RX Unit on the right side of the set. O Referring to the photograph on page 99, determine the location of the Sub Rx filter you are installing. a Position the filter so that its connectors are aligned with the mounting pins on the board, and push it into place, so the nylon mounting tabs "mushroom" through the hole and lock the unit in place. O Replace the top cover, unless installing the TCXO-4 options now (TCXO-6 requires both top and bottom cover removal). Refer to the Menu Programming chapter to enable the newly-installed filter (Menu Selection 5-8). Lithium Battery Replacement , A 3-V Type CR2032 Lithium Battery (BT5001) is located on the 6N-69 UNlT board (underside) of the transceiver. This maintains the memorized data in your radio. Battery life is normally greater than five years, however, should replacement be needed, perForm the following steps: O With the top and bottom covers removed, note the location of the battery. Using your finger, slide the battery inward (you will feel slight pressure by the mounting spring), then slightly pry it up and outward so that it ejects freely through the slots in the battery holder. CJ Carefully note battery polarity with the positive (+) side facing upward, and battery-type information. Install the replacement battery in the reverse manner, O If you do not plan to operate your radio for extended periods of time, slide this switch to the OFF position to conserve battery life. E n s u r e the radio is on when sliding the switch back to the ON position, as this reduces the initial current demand on the battery by the radio's circuits from an un-powered state. €3Note: Memorized settings are lost and the radio returns to factory default settings when turning off the backup battery. Internal 13.5V Fuse Replacement The rear panel i 3 . s ~jack provides regulated, separately fused 13.5 VDC at up to 200 mA, to power external low-current devices. If your device requires more current, use a separate power source. In the event the internal fuse blows, it can be replaced. However, this requires moderate transceiver disassembly. O With the top cover removed, locate the two screws mounting the fan assembly to the PA Unit heat sink. Remove the screws and move the fan assembly to one side. O Remove the remaining four heat sink screws and lift the PA assembly from the chassis. You will need to unplug the mini coax (with the yellow band) from the RX ANT IN connector on the BPF UNIT. e31 Remove the four screws from the PA Unit mount, and remove the mount to expose the BPF UNIT, and fuse labeled FH1001 (below). I I REPMCE WITH 0.5A MAX!! BPF UNIT L7 Using a pair of fuse pullers, remove the blown fuse and replace only with a similar fast-blow type fuse (0.5A maximum). m e a s s e m b l e the PA UNIT mount, yellowbanded coax cable, PA UNIT, and fan assembly in reverse order, then replace the top cover. page 101 Installing InternalAccessories Toning Knob Torque Adjustment If the tuning knob is too tight or too loose for your preference, and if you have a 2-mm )"4i/'( Allen wrench, you can adjust the torque. O Turn the exposed shaft tension spring counterclockwise to loosen the torque, or clockvvise to tiahten. O Pull the knurled rubber ring off of the tuning knob. O Replace the knob, tighten the set screw, and replace the rubber ring. O Locate the hole in the edge of the tuning knob, and use the Allen wrench to loosen the set screw accessible through the hole, just enough to allow the knob to be pulled off the shaft. 7 Power-on Settings I m+ Some or all transceiver settings can be reset to their factory-default states using one of the following power-on routines: I I m+m I// POWER 1 POWER Resets all menu setting to factory-default. I +POWER Resets all memories (except menu settings) to factory-default. I page 102 CPU master reset for all memories and menu settings I I installing Internal Accessories DC Operation The DC version of the FT-1000MP is supplied without the internal AC switching-type power supply. A dual-fused 3-meter-long DC cable, part number T9018320, is supplied instead, for operating the transceiver from an external source of 13.1- to 15.2-V DC (1 3.5 V nominal) at up to 20 amperes. The FP-25 internal AC supply is available as an option for the DC version of the FTIOOOMP, and the DG cable is available as an option for the AC/DC version. IIyour FT-1000MP has the FP-25 installed, and you desire to operate from a DC supply, read the notice below, and perform the modification in the paragraph that follows, otherwise proceed directly to the lnstallation section. O Locate the ACIDC operation plug through the access cutout. Chassis Left Side Chassis Front Left O Press in on the release clip and pull the plug free from the upper (AC operation) connector. Now insert the plug in the lower (DC operation) connector. Press on retaining clip to remove plug i n AC Operation Operation Enabling DC Input for Operation O Disconnect all cables from the transceiver. 0 Remove the three screws on each side of the transceiver, and the three along the top edge of the rear panel, then lift off the top cover. 0 Remove the seven screws from the bottom of the transceiver, then lift off the bottom cover. O Next remove the upper two screws in either side of the front panel, and loosen the lower two. Then pull the panel forward slightly before folding it down. Note - when folding the panel down, the twisted white cable pair in the top right corner must be removed from its nylon retaining clip and unfolded. When folding the front panel up again, be sure to fold the cable neatly back into its clip again. "" B? DC operation. 0 Left Side Panel of FT-1000MP O Fold up the front panel, replace and tighten its screws, then replace the top and bottom covers. The transceiver is now set up for DC input from the rear panel DC 13.5V jack. Remember to repeat the modification and insert the plug in the upper connector when changing back to AC (input) operation. page 103 < < g 5 0 0 % cD +- 0 W D S g (am m m !Z I-C !aT !zs CD -Z %co. V, - 0 0 < 3 (a 3 5.9 3 E=J r_cDV,m g U) p) --La CD gr -T s m 35 " r e * " !$ --u a.FZ 0 Per$!ormancewithout compromise.'"' Copyright 1995 Yaesu Musen Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. N o portion of this manual may be reproduced without the permission of Yaesu Musen Co., Ltd. ">

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Key features
- Dual VFO reception
- 100 watts power output
- Shuttle jog ring tuning
- Built-in antenna tuner
- Electronic CW keyer
- EDSP noise reduction
- Selectable IF filters
- Fluorescent display
- Multi-display meter