FCC ID: K6620393X50 AMATEUR RADIO WITH SCANNING RECEIVER

FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual FT-2900R Operating Manual Introduction The Yaesu FT-2900R is a deluxe, rugged FM mobile transceiver providing high power output and outstanding receiver performance for the 144 MHz Amateur band. Included in the FT-2900Rs feature complement are:

75 Watts of power output, with selection of four power levels for every operating situation.

Expanded receiver coverage: 136-174 MHz.

Keyboard entry of operating frequencies from the microphone.

Excellent protection from receiver intermodulation distortion, thanks to Yaesus renowned Advanced Track Tuning front end.

221 memories which can store repeater shifts, odd repeater shifts, CTCSS/DCS tones, and 6-character Alpha-Numeric labels for easy channel recognition.

10 NOAA Weather Broadcast Channels, with Weather Alert.

Built-in CTCSS and DCS Encoder/Decoder circuits.

The Smart SearchTM feature, which automatically sweeps a band and loads active frequencies into dedicated memory banks, is ideal for identifying active repeaters when visiting a city for the first time.

Extensive Menu system, which allows customization of a number of transceiver performance characteristics.

The Yaesu-exclusive multi-function LCD display. Additional features include a transmit Time-Out-Timer (TOT), Automatic Power-Off

(APO), Automatic Repeater Shift (ARS), plus provision for reduction of the Tx deviation in areas of high channel congestion. And an RF Squelch circuit allows the owner to set the squelch to open at a programmable setting of the S-Meter, thus reducing guesswork in setting the squelch threshold. Congratulations on your purchase of the FT-2900R! Whether this is your first rig, or if Yaesu equipment is already the backbone of your station, the Vertex Standard organization is committed to ensuring your enjoyment of this high-performance transceiver, which should provide you with many years of satisfying operation. Our dealer network and technical support personnel stand behind every product we sell, and we invite you to contact us should you require technical advice or assistance. We recommend that you read this manual in its entirety prior to installing the FT-2900, so that you fully understand the capabilities of your new transceiver. 1 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual Specifications

(20 C to +60 C) 1.8 kg

(160 x 50 x 185 mm) (w/o knobs) Tx: 16 A (75 W) /10 A (30 W) /6 A (10 W) /4.5 A (5 W) TX:144 - 148 MHz RX:136 - 174 MHz 5/10/12.5/15/20/25/50/100 kHz 600 kHz Better than 10 ppm F2 / F3 50 Ohms, unbalanced 13.8 V DC 15%, negative ground General Frequency Range:

Channel Step:

Standard Repeater Shift:

Frequency Stability:

Modes of Emission:

Antenna Impedance:

Supply voltage:

Current Consumption (typical): Rx: less than 0.7 A, less than 0.3 A (squelched) Operating Temperature Range: 4 F to +140 F (20 C to +60 C) Case Size (WxHxD):

Weight (Approx.):

Transmitter Output Power:

Modulation Type:

Maximum Deviation:

Spurious Radiation:

Microphone Impedance:

Receiver Circuit Type:

Ifs:

Sensitivity (for 12dB SINAD):

Selectivity (6/60dB):

IF Rejection:

Image Rejection:

Maximum AF Output:

Specifications subject to change without notice or obligation. Specifications guaranteed only within Amateur band. Double Conversion Superheterodyne 21.7 MHz & 450 kHz Better than 0.2 uV 12 kHz/28 kHz Better than 70 dB Better than 70 dB 3 W into 4 Ohms @10 % THD 75 W/30 W/10 W/5 W Variable Reactance 5 kHz/2.5 kHz Better than 60 dB 2000 Ohms 2 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual Accessory & Options FP-1023 (25 A: USA only) FP-1025A (25 A) FP-1030A (35 A) Supplied Accessories Microphone MH-48A6J 1 Mobile Mounting Bracket MMB-36 1 DC Power Cord w/Fuse 1 Spare Fuse 20 A 2 Operating Manual 1 Warranty Card 1 Optional Accessories High-Power External Speaker MLS-100 AC Power Supply AC Power Supply AC Power Supply Installation This chapter describes the installation procedure for integrating the FT-2900R into a typical amateur radio station. It is presumed that you possess technical knowledge and conceptual understanding consistent with your status as a licensed radio amateur. Please take some extra time to make certain that the important safety and technical requirements detailed in this chapter are followed closely. Preliminary Inspection Inspect the transceiver visually immediately upon opening the packing carton. Confirm that all controls and switches work freely, and inspect the cabinet for any damage. Gently shake the transceiver to verify that no internal components have been shaken loose due to rough handling during shipping. If any evidence of damage is discovered, document it thoroughly and contact the shipping company (or your local dealer, if the unit was purchased over-the-counter) so as to get instructions regarding the prompt resolution of the damage situation. Be certain to save the shipping carton, especially if there are any punctures or other evidence of damage incurred during shipping; if it is necessary to return the unit for service or replacement, use the original packing materials but put the entire package inside another packing carton, so as to preserve the evidence of shipping damage for 3 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual insurance purposes. Installation Tips To ensure long life of the components, be certain to provide adequate ventilation around the cabinet of the FT-2900. Do not install the transceiver on top of another heat-generating device (such as a power supply or amplifier), and do not place equipment, books, or papers on top of the FT-2900R. Avoid heating vents and window locations that could expose the transceiver to excessive direct sunlight, especially in hot climates. The FT-2900R should not be used in an environment where the ambient temperature exceeds +140 F (+60 C). Safety Information The FT-2900R is an electrical apparatus, as well as a generator of RF (Radio Frequency) energy, and you should exercise all safety precautions as are appropriate for this type of device. These safety tips apply to any device installed in a well-designed amateur radio station.

Never allow unsupervised children to play in the vicinity of your transceiver or antenna installation.

Be certain to wrap any wire or cable splices thoroughly with insulating electrical tape, to prevent short circuits.

Do not route cables or wires through door jambs or other locations where, through wear and tear, they may become frayed and shorted to ground or to each other.

Do not stand in front of a directional antenna while you are transmitting into that antenna. Do not install a directional antenna in any location where humans or pets may be walking in the main directional lobe of the antennas radiation pattern.

In mobile installations, it is preferable to mount your antenna on top of the roof of the vehicle, if feasible, so as to utilize the car body as a counterpoise for the antenna and raise the radiation pattern as far away from passengers as possible.

During vehicular operation when stopped (in a parking lot, for example), make it a practice to switch to Low power if there are people walking nearby.

Never wear dual-earmuff headphones while driving a vehicle.

Do not attempt to drive your vehicle while making a telephone call on an autopatch using the DTMF microphone. Pull over to the side of the road, whether dialing manually or using the auto-dial feature. 4 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual Antenna Consideration The FT-2900R is designed for use with antennas presenting an impedance of near 50 Ohms at all operating frequencies. The antenna (or a 50 Ohm dummy load) should be connected whenever the transceiver is turned on, to avoid damage that could otherwise result if transmission occurs accidentally without an antenna. Ensure that your antenna is designed to handle 75 Watts of transmitter power. Some magnetic-mount mobile antennas, designed for use with hand-held transceivers, may not be capable of withstanding this power level. Consult the antenna manufacturers specification sheet for details. Most all FM work is performed using vertical polarization. When installing a directional antenna such as a Yagi or Cubical Quad, be certain to orient it so as to produce vertical polarization, unless you are engaged in a special operating situation where horizontal polarization is used. In the case of a Yagi antenna, orient the elements vertically for vertical polarization; for a Cubical Quad, the feedpoint should be at the center of one of the vertical sides of the driven element (or at a side corner, in the case of a diamond-shaped Cubical Quad). Excellent reference texts and computer software are available for the design and optimization of VHF antennas. Your dealer should be able to assist you with all aspects of your antenna installation requirements. Use high-quality 50 Ohm coaxial cable for the lead-in to your FT-2900R transceiver. All efforts at providing an efficient antenna system will be wasted if poor quality, lossy coaxial cable is used. Losses in coaxial lines increase as the frequency increases, so an 8-meter-long (25 coaxial line with 1/2 dB of loss at 29 MHz may have a loss of 1.8 dB or more at 146 MHz; choose your coaxial cable carefully based on the installation location

(mobile vs. base) and the overall length of the cable required (for very short runs of cable in a mobile installation, the smaller, more flexible cable types may be acceptable). For reference, the chart at the right shows approximate for typically-available coaxial cables frequently used in VHF installations. In outdoor installations, be certain to weatherproof all connectors thoroughly, as water entering a coaxial cable will cause losses to escalate rapidly, thus diminishing your communications effectiveness. The use of the shortest possible length of the highest quality coaxial cable that fits within your budget will ensure the best performance from your FT-2900R. Mobile Installation The FT-2900R must only be installed in vehicles having a 13.8 Volt negative ground figures loss 5 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual electrical system. Mount the transceiver where the display, controls, and microphone are easily accessible, using the supplied MMB-83 mounting bracket. The transceiver may be installed in almost any location, but should not be positioned near a heating vent nor anywhere where it might interfere with driving (either visually or mechanically). Make sure to provide plenty of space on all sides of the transceiver so that air can flow freely around the radios case. Refer to the diagrams showing proper installation procedures. Mobile Power Connections To minimize voltage drop and avoid blowing the vehicles fuses, connect the supplied DC power cable directly to the battery terminals. Do not attempt to defeat or bypass the DC cables fuse - it is there to protect you, your transceiver, and your vehicles electrical system. Warning!

Never apply AC power to the power cable of the FT-2900R, nor DC voltage greater than 15.8 Volts. When replacing the fuse, only use a 25-A fuse. Failure to observe these safety precautions will void the Limited Warranty on this product.

Before connecting the transceiver, check the voltage at the battery terminals while revving the engine. If the voltage exceeds 15 Volts, adjust the vehicles voltage regulator before proceeding with installation.

Connect the RED power cable lead to the POSITIVE (+) battery terminal, and the BLACK power cable lead to the NEGATIVE () terminal. If you need to extend the power cable, use #12 AWG or larger insulated, stranded copper wire. Solder the splice connections carefully, and wrap the connections thoroughly with insulating electrical tape.

Before connecting the cable to the transceiver, verify the voltage and polarity of the voltage at the transceiver end of the DC cable using a DC voltmeter. Now connect the transceiver to the DC cable. Mobile Speakers The optional MSL-100 External Speaker includes its own swivel-type mounting bracket, and is available from your Yaesu dealer. Other external speakers may be used with the FT-2900R, if they present the specified 4-Ohm impedance and are capable of handling the 3 Watts of audio output supplied by the FT-2900R. 6 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual Base Station Installation The FT-2900R is ideal for base station use as well as in mobile installations. The FT-2900R is specifically designed to integrate into your station easily, using the information to follow as a reference. AC Power Supplies Operation of the FT-2900R from an AC line requires a power source capable of providing at least 15 Amps continuously at 13.8 Volts DC. The FP-1023 and FP-1030A AC Power Supplies are available from your Yaesu dealer to satisfy these requirements. Other well-regulated power supplies may be used, as well, if they meet the above voltage and current specifications. Use the DC power cable supplied with your transceiver for making power connections to the power supply. Connect the RED power cable lead to the POSITIVE (+) power supply terminal, and connect the BLACK power cable lead to the NEGATIVE () power supply terminal. Front Panel Controls & Switches 1. VOL Knob This control adjusts the audio volume level. Clockwise rotation increases the volume level. 2. SQL Knob This control is used to silence background noise on the receiver. It should be advanced clockwise just to the point where the noise is silenced (and the BUSY indicator on the display turns off), so as to provide the best sensitivity to weak signals. 3. Microphone Jack Connect the supplied MH-48A6J Hand Microphone to this jack. 4. PWR Key Press and hold this key for one second to toggle the transceivers power on and off.

[%] Key 7 5. FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual 6. 7. 8. 9. This key allows operation in conjunction with the Internet Connection feature.

[MHz(SET)] Key This key allows tuning in 1-MHz steps (the MHz digits will blink on the display). If receiving on a memory, pressing this key the first time activates the Memory Tuning mode, and pressing it again enables 1-MHz steps. Press and hold in this key for one second to activate the Set (Menu) mode.

[REV(DW)] Key During split-frequency operation, such as through a repeater, this key reverses the transmit and receive frequencies.*

Press and hold in this key for one second to activate the Dual Watch feature, described in the Operation chapter (PRI will be displayed on the LCD, indicating Priority Channel monitoring).

* Using the Menu, the Reverse feature may be disabled in favor of one-touch a access to the Home Channel. See page 33 for details.

[LOW(A/N)] Key Press this key momentarily to select the transmitter power output level. The available power levels are:

HIGH (75W) MID (30W) LOW2 (10W) LOW1 (5W) To toggle the display between indication of the frequency and the channels Alpha/Numeric label, press and hold in this key for one second while receiving on that memory channel.

[D/MR(MW)] Key Press this key momentarily to switch the frequency control among the VFO, Memory System, and Home channel. Press and hold in this key for one second to activate the Memory Storage mode. 10. DIAL Knob This 24-position detented rotary switch is used for tuning, memory selection and most function settings. The microphone [UP]/[DWN] buttons duplicate the functions of this knob. 11. Display 8 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual The main digits on the display may show operating frequency, memory name, or any of many parameters during Menu setup. Microphone Switches 1. PTT Switch Press this switch to transmit, and release it to receive. 2. Keypad 3. These 16 keys generate DTMF tones during transmission. In the receive mode, these 16 keys can be used for direct frequency entry and/or direct numeric recall of the Memory channels. The [A], [B], [C], and [D] keys, on receive, replicate the functions of the front panel keys ([MHz(SET)], [REV(D/W)], [LOW(A/N)], and [D/MR(MW)]). See the previous discussion.

[P1]/[P2]/[P3]/[P4] Buttons These four keys are user programmable, allowing quick access to features used often. The default functions are described below.

[P1] button (SQL OFF) Press this button to disables the noise and tone squelch systems.

[P2] button (S SRCH) Press this button to activate the Smart Search feature.

[P3] button (C SRCH) Press this button to activate the Tone Search feature.

[P4] button (WX CH/T.CALL) In the USA version, pressing this button recall the Reather broadcast channel bank. In the EXP version, pressing this button activates T.CALL (1750 Hz) for repeater access. You can reprogram the [P1], [P2], [P3], and [P4] buttons for other functions, if desired. See page ?? for details. 4. LAMP Switch This switch illuminates the Microphones keypad. 5. LOCK Switch 9 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual 6. This switch locks out the Microphones buttons (except for the keypad and PTT switch).

[UP]/[DWN] Button Press (or hold in) either of these buttons to tune (or scan up or down) the operating frequency or through the memory channels. In many ways, these buttons emulate the function of the (rotary) DIAL knob. Rear Panel Connectors 1. 13.8V DC Cable Pigtail w/Fuse This is the power supply connection for the transceiver. Use the supplied DC cable to connect this pigtail to the car battery or other DC power supply capable of at least 10 Amperes (continuous duty). Make certain that the red lead connects to the positive side of the supply. The fuse is 25-A. 2. ANT Coaxial Socket Connect a 144-MHz antenna to this type-M (SO-239) socket using 50-ohm coaxial cable and a type-M (pl-259) plug. Male sure the antenna is designed specifically for use on the operating frequency. 3. EXT SP Jack This 2-contact mini 3.5-mm mini phone jacks provide receiver audio output for an optional external speaker. The audio impedance is 4 Ohms, and the level varies according to the setting of the front panels VOL control. Inserting a plug into this jack disables audio from the transceivers internal speaker. Basic Operation R.F. Says: Hi! Im R. F. Radio, and Ill be helping you along as you learn the many features of the FT-2900R. I know youre anxious to get on the air, but I encourage you to read Basic Operation section of this manual as thoroughly as possible, so youll get the most out of this fantastic new transceiver. Now. lets get operating!

Turning the Transceiver On and Off 1. To turn the transceiver on, press and hold in the PWR key for one second. 10 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual When you turn on the FT-2900R, the current DC supply voltage is indicated on the LCD for 2 seconds. After this interval, the display will switch its normal indication of the operating frequency. 2. To turn the transceiver off, again press and hold in the PWR key for one second. R.F. Says: You can change the Opening Message (DC supply voltage indication) to any desired message (up to 6 characters) via Set Mode Item 31 OPN.MSG; see page xx for details. Adjusting the Audio Volume Level Rotate the VOL control to adjust the receiver volume. Clockwise rotation increases the audio output level. Adjusting the Squelch Setting Rotate the SQL control just to the point where the noise is silenced and the BUSY indicator on the display turns off. If the SQL control is set further clockwise, sensitivity to weak signals is reduced. A special RF Squelch feature is provided on this radio. This feature allows you to set the squelch so that only signals exceeding a certain S-meter level will open the squelch. See page 15 for details Frequency Navigation 1) Tuning Dial Rotating the DIAL knob allows tuning in the pre-programmed steps. Clockwise rotation of the DIAL knob causes the FT-2900R to be tuned toward a higher frequency, while counter-clockwise rotation will lower the operating frequency. Press the [MHz(SET)] key momentarily, then rotate the DIAL knob, to change the frequency steps to 1 MHz per step. This feature is extremely useful for making rapid frequency excursions over the wide tuning range of the FT-2900R. Instead of pressing the [MHz(SET)] button, you may also press the [A] key on the Microphones keypad to engage tuning in 1 MHz steps. 2) Direct Keypad Frequency Entry The keypad of the MH-48A6J DTMF Microphone may be used for direct entry of the operating frequency. To enter a frequency from the MH-48A6J keypad, just press the numbered digits in the proper sequence. There is no decimal point key on the MH-48A6J keypad. However, 11 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual To enter 146.000 MHz, press [1] [4] [6] [#]

there is a short-cut for frequencies ending in zero: press the [#] key after the last non-zero digit. Examples: To enter 146.520 MHz, press [1] [4] [6] [5] [2] [0]

R.F. Says: If you cannot get the radio to accept the frequency entry, it is possible that the channel steps are set to an incompatible value (e.g. if you have 25 kHz steps set, you cannot set a frequency of 146.520 MHz). See page 19 to learn how to change the channel step size. 3) Scanning From the VFO mode, press the microphones [UP]/[DWN] keys momentarily to initiate scanning toward a higher- or lower frequency, respectively. The FT-2900R will stop when it receives a signal strong enough to break through the squelch threshold. The FT-2900 will then hold on that frequency according to the setting of the Resume mode

(Menu 41 SCAN); see page 34). If you wish to reverse the direction of the scan (i.e. toward a lower frequency, instead of a higher frequency), just rotate the DIAL knob one click in the counter-clockwise direction while the FT-2900R is scanning. The scanning direction will be reversed. To revert to scanning toward a higher frequency once more, rotate the DIAL knob one click clockwise. Press the [UP]/[DWN] keys again to cancel scanning. You may also press the PTT button momentarily; scanning will stop, but you will not transmit until you release the PTT button, and press it again. R.F. Says: If you have enabled the Severe Weather Alert feature, you will occasionally notice WX channels interspersed with the regular channels you are scanning. This is normal, because your radio is constantly monitoring for weather alerts. See page 17. Transmission To transmit, simply close the PTT (Push To Talk) switch on the microphone when the frequency is clear. Hold the microphone approximately 1 (25 mm) from your mouth, and speak into the microphone in a normal voice level. When your transmission is complete, release the PTT switch; the transceiver will revert to the receive mode. During transmission, the TX indicator will appear at the upper left corner on the display. 12 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual Changing the Transmitter Power Level You can select from among a total of four transmit power levels on your FT-2900R. To change the power level, press the [LOW(A/N)] key (or the microphones [C] key to select one of four power settings. These power levels will be stored, in memory registers, at the time of memory storage (see page 30 for details on Memory operation). During transmission, the Bar Graph will deflect in the display, according to the power output selected. Weather Broadcast Reception The FT-2900 includes a unique feature which allows reception of weather broadcasts in the 160-MHz frequency range. Ten standard Weather Broadcast channels are pre-loaded into a special memory bank. To listen to a Weather Broadcast Channel:

1. Press the Microphones [P4] button to recall the Weather Broadcast channels. 2. Turn the DIAL knob to select the desired Weather Broadcast channel. 3. If you wish to check the other channels for activity by scanning, just press the Microphones PTT switch. 4. To exit to normal operation, press the [P4] button again. Operation will return to the VFO or Memory channel you were operating on before you began Weather Broadcast operation. Severe Weather Alert Feature In the event of extreme weather disturbances, such as storms and hurricanes, the NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) sends a weather alert accompanied by a 1050 Hz tone and subsequent weather report on one of the NOAA weather channels. Advanced Operation LOCK Feature To order to prevent accidental frequency change or inadvertent transmission, various aspects of the FT-2900Rs keys and knob may be locked out. The possible lockout combinations are:

KEY: Just the front panel keys are locked out DIAL: Just the front panel DIAL knob is locked out K+D: Both the keys and DIAL knob are locked out 13 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual PTT: The PTT switch is locked (TX not possible) K+P: Both keys and PTT switch are locked out D+P: Both DIAL knob and PTT switch are locked out ALL: All of the above are locked out OFF: The Lock feature is disabled To lock out some or all of the keys, use the Set (Menu) mode, described in detail beginning on page 51:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 26 LOCK. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to set the display to one of the selections shown above. 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save your new setting and exit to normal operation. When the Lock feature is activated, the KEY icon will appear on the LCD. To disable the Lock feature, repeat the above process, selecting OFF in step 2 above. Keypad Beeper A key/button beeper provides useful audible feedback whenever a key/button is pressed. If you want to turn the beeper off (or back on again):

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 6 BEEP. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to set the display to OFF. 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save your new setting and exit to normal operation. Channel Step Selection Tuning steps are factory preset to default increments which are appropriate for the country to which this radio is exported. You may have a reason to use a different step size, however, and here is the procedure for changing the channel steps:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 50 STEP. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to select the desired step size (5/10/12.5/15/20/25/50/100 kHz). 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save your new setting and exit to normal operation. 14 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual Display Brightness The FT-2900R display illumination has been specially engineered to provide high visibility with minimal disruption of your night vision while you are driving. The brightness of the display is manually adjustable, using the following procedure:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 16 DIMMER. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to select a comfortable brightness level (0 - 10). 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save your new setting and exit to normal operation. RF Squelch A special RF Squelch feature is provided on this radio. This feature allows you to set the squelch so that only signals exceeding a certain S-meter level will open the squelch. To set up the RF squelch circuit for operation, use the following procedure:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 42 RF SQL. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to select the desired signal strength level for the squelch threshold (S1 - S9 or OFF). 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save your new setting and exit to normal operation. R.F. Says: The receivers squelch will open based on the highest level set by the two squelch system Noise Squelch and RF Squelch. For example:

1) If the Noise Squelch (SQL control) is set so that signals at a level of S-3 will open the squelch, but the RF Squelch (Menu #42) is set to S-9, the squelch will only open on signals which are S-9 or stronger on the S-meter. 2) If the RF Squelch is set to S-3, but the Noise Squelch is set to a high level which will only pass signals which are Full Scale on the S-meter, the squelch will only open on signals which are Full Scale on the S-meter. In this case, the Noise Squelch overrides the action of the RF Squelch. Repeater Operation The FT-2900R includes a host of convenience features which makes operation on amateur repeaters both efficient and enjoyable. This transceiver offers three methods of setting up split-frequency operation on 15 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual repeaters:

Manual selection of preset repeater shifts (Standard Repeater Shift);

Automatic Repeater Shift (ARS), providing automatic activation of repeater shifts during designated repeater frequency subbands; and

Independently stored transmit and receive frequencies (typically not corresponding to established repeater frequency shifts). Standard Repeater Shift To activate the standard shift manually, you may use the Set (Menu) mode:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 43 RPT. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to select the desired shift direction (RPT, +RPT, or SIMP). 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save your new setting and exit to normal operation. R.F. Says: You also may program one of the Microphones programmable keys ([P1] ~

[P4]) to allow quick access to the above procedure. See page 45 for details on the setup of the programmable keys. With repeater shift activated, you can temporarily reverse the transmit and receive frequencies by pressing the [REV(DW)] key (or microphones [B] key). Use this feature to display the transmit frequency without transmitting, and to check the strength of signals on a repeater uplink frequency (so as to determine whether or not a particular station is within Simplex range, for example). The repeater offset is fixed to 600 kHz from the factory. You can change the offset by the following procedure, if needed for vacation travel or other purposes:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 46 SHIFT. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to set the desired offset. Note that the resolution of the Standard repeater shift is to the nearest 50 kHz multiple. 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save your new setting and exit to normal operation. R.F. Says: Do not use this procedure for programming of an odd split type repeater pair! The process for programming odd splits is shown on page 23. 16 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual Automatic Repeater Shift The ARS (Automatic Repeater Shift) feature in this transceiver allows easy and convenient repeater operation by automatically activating the repeater shift function whenever you tune to a standard repeater subband. The ARS function is preset at the factory to conform to the standards for the country to which it is exported. The ARS function is enabled at the factory. To disable it:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 4 ARS. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to change the display to OFF. 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save your new setting and exit to normal operation. To enable the ARS function again, select to ON in step 2 above. Separate Transmit Frequency Memories (Odd Splits) All memory channels can store independent receive and transmit frequencies, to accommodate occasional non-standard offsets with greater frequency resolution than is available using the standard shift feature. 1. First store the receive (repeater output) frequency. In the VFO mode, tune the transceiver to the desired receive frequency. Now press and hold in the

[D/MR(MW)] key on the front panel for one second. 2. Within five seconds of pressing the [D/MR(MW)] key, use the DIAL knob or microphones [UP]/[DWN] buttons to select the desired memory channel into which you wish to store this frequency pair. 3. Now press the [D/MR(MW)] key momentarily to store the receive frequency into the selected memory. 4. Next store the transmit (repeater input) frequency. Since you are still in the VFO mode, tune the transceiver to the desired transmit frequency. 5. Now press and hold in the [D/MR(MW)] key for one second. 6. Press and hold in the PTT switch, and press the [D/MR(MW)] key momentarily while holding in the PTT switch. This will not cause transmission, but rather it will instruct the transceiver that you are programming a separate transmit frequency into memory. When you have finished the above procedure, press the [D/MR(MW)] key momentarily. The channel number and repeater downlink frequency will appear on the display. If you press the PTT switch, you will observe the display changing to indicate the 17 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual repeaters uplink frequency. Note also that the display shows + in the upper left-hand corner; this indicates that an odd (non-standard) shift has been stored on this channel. CTCSS/DCS/EPCS Operation CTCSS Operation Many repeater systems require that a very-low-frequency audio tone be superimposed on your FM carrier in order to activate the repeater. This helps prevent false activation of the repeater by radar or spurious signals from other transmitters. This tone system, called CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System), is included in your FT-2900M, and is very easy to activate. CTCSS setup involves two actions: setting the Tone Mode and then setting of the Tone Frequency. These actions are set up by using the Set (Menu) mode, selections #49 (SQL. TYP) and #52 (TN FRQ). 1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 49 SQL.TYP. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob so that TONE appears on the display; this activates the CTCSS Encoder, which allows repeater access. 3. Rotating the DIAL knob one more click clockwise in the above step will cause TSQL to appear. When TSQL appears, this means that the Tone Squelch system is active, which mutes your FT-2900Ms receiver until it receives a call from another radio sending out a matching CTCSS tone. This can help keep your radio quiet until a specific call is received, which may be helpful while operating in congested areas. R.F. Says: 1) You may notice a RV TN indication on the display while you rotate the DIAL knob in this step; this means that the Reverse Tone Squelch system is active, which mutes your FT-2900Rs receiver (instead of opening the squelch) when it receives a call from the radio sending a matched CTCSS tone. The T SQ icon will blink on the display when the Reverse Tone Squelch system is activated. 2) You may notice a DCS indication on the display while you rotate the DIAL knob still more. Well discuss the Digital Code Squelch system shortly. 4. When you have made your selection of the CTCSS tone mode, press the

[MHz(SET)] key momentarily, the DIAL knob one click counter-clockwise to select Menu 52 TN FRQ. This Menu selection allows setting of the CTCSS tone frequency to be used. then rotate 18 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual 5. Press the [MHz(SET)] key to enable adjustment of the CTCSS frequency. 6. Rotate the DIAL knob until the display indicates the Tone Frequency you need to be using. 7. When you have made your selection, press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. R.F. Says: Your repeater may or may not re-transmit a CTCSS tone - some systems just use CTCSS to control access to the repeater, but dont pass it along when transmitting. If the S-Meter deflects, but the FT-2900R is not passing audio, repeat steps 1 through 3 above, but rotate the DIAL knob so that TONE appears - this will allow you to hear all traffic on the channel being received. You may use the Menu to re-program one of the Microphones programmable keys for quick access to Menu #52 (TN FRQ), from which you can perform the above setup procedure. See page 45 for details on the setup of the programmable keys. DCS Operation Another form of tone access control is Digital Code Squelch, or DCS. It is a newer, more advanced tone system which generally provides more immunity from false paging than does CTCSS. The DCS Encoder/Decoder is built into your FT-2900R, and operation is very similar to that just described for CTCSS. Your repeater system may be configured for DCS; if not, it is frequently quite useful in Simplex operation if your friend(s) use transceivers equipped with this advanced feature. Just as in CTCSS operation, DCS requires that you set the Tone Mode to DCS and that you select a Tone Code. 1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 49 SQL.TYP. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob until DCS appears on the display; this activates the DCS Encoder/Decoder. 3. Now press the [MHz(SET)] key momentarily, then rotate the DIAL knob to select Menu 14 DCS CD. 4. Press the [MHz(SET)] key momentarily to enable the adjustment of the DCS code. 5. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the desired DCS Code (a three-digit number). 6. When you have made your selection, press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. R.F. Says: Remember that the DCS is an Encode/Decode system, so your receiver will remain muted until a matching DCS code is received on an incoming transmission. Switch the DCS off when youre just tuning around the band!

19 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual Tone Search Scanning In operating situations where you dont know the CTCSS tone or DCS code being used by another station or stations, you can command the radio to listen to the incoming signal and scan in search of the tone being used. Two things must be remembered in this regard:

You must be sure that your repeater uses the same tone type (CTCSS vs. DCS).

Some repeaters do not pass the CTCSS tone or DCS code; you may have to listen to the station(s) transmitting on the repeater uplink (input) frequency in order to allow Tone Search Scanning to work. To scan for the tone in use:

1. Set the radio up for either CTCSS or DCS Decoder operation (see the previous discussion). In the case of CTCSS, T SQ will appear on the display; in the case of DCS, DCS will appear on the display. 2. Press the Microphones [P3] key momentarily to start scanning for the incoming CTCSS or DCS tone/code. 3. When the radio detects the correct tone or code, it will halt on that tone/code, and audio will be allowed to pass. 4. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to lock in that tone/code and exit to normal operation. R.F. Says: If the Tone Scan feature does not detect a tone or code, it will continue to scan indefinitely. When this happens, it may be that the other station is not sending any tone. You can press the Microphones [P3] key to halt the scan at any time. You may listen to the (muted) signal from the other station during Tone Scanning when Set Mode Item 54 TS MUT is set to OFF. See page ?? for details. You can also change the Tone Search scanning speed, using Set Mode Item 55 TS SPD. See page ??

for details. Tone Scanning works either in the VFO or Memory modes. EPCS (Enhanced Paging & Code Squelch) Operation The FT-2900M includes an Enhanced CTCSS tone encoder/decoder and a dedicated microprocessor providing paging and selective calling features. This allows you to place a call to a specific station (Paging), and to receive calls of your choice directed only to you (Code Squelch). The paging and code squelch systems use two pairs of (alternately switched) CTCSS 20 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual tones which are stored in the pager memories. Basically, your receiver remains silent until it receives the CTCSS tone pair that matches those stored in the Receiving Pager Memory. The squelch then opens so the caller is heard, and the paging ringer immediately sounds, if activated. When you close the PTT switch to transmit, the CTCSS tone pair which is stored in the Transmitting Pager Memory will be transmitted automatically. On the paged radio, the squelch will close automatically after the incoming page ends. Storing the CTCSS Tone Pairs for EPCS Operation 1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to enter the Set mode. 2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select 34 PAG.CDR for the Receiving CTCSS Tone Pair or 35 PAG.CDT for the Transmitting CTCSS Tone Pair. 3. Press the [MHz(SET)] key momentarily to enable adjustment of this Set Mode Item. 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the CTCSS Tone number which corresponds to the first tone of the CTCSS Tone Pair. 5. Press the [REV(DW)] or [LOW(A/N)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to set the CTCSS Tone number which corresponds to the second tone of the CTCSS Tone Pair. 6. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to lock in that tone/code and exit to normal operation. R.F. Says: The FT-2900R does not recognize the order of the 1st tone and the 2nd tone. In other words, for example, the FT-2900 considers both CTCSS pairs 10, 35 and 35, 10 to be identical. Activating the Enhanced Paging & Code Squelch System 1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 32 PAGER. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to set this Menu item to ON. 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. 4. To disable the Enhanced Paging & Code Squelch, just repeat the above procedure, rotating the DIAL knob to select OFF in step 2 above. When the Enhanced Paging & Code Squelch feature is activated, the P notation will appear at the 100 MHz digit of the frequency display. 21 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual Paging Answer Back When you press the PTT switch to respond to a page call, the FT-2900 transmits the Transmitting CTCSS Tone pair. This tone pair will open the Code Squelch of the calling station. If you prefer, you can have the FT-2900M respond to page calls automatically

(transpond). To enable this feature:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 33 PAG.ABK. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to set this Menu item to ON. 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. 4. To disable the Paging Answer Back feature, just repeat the above procedure, rotating the DIAL knob to select OFF in step 2 above. CTCSS/DCS/EPCS Bell Operation During CTCSS Decode, DCS, or EPCS operation, you may set up the FT-2900R such that a ringing bell sound alerts you to the fact that a call is coming in. Here is the procedure for activating the CTCSS/DCS/EPCS Bell:

1. Set the transceiver up for CTCSS Decode (Tone Squelch), DCS, or EPCS operation, as described previously. 2. Adjust the operating frequency to the desired channel. 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 7 BELL. 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the desired number of rings of the Bell. The available choices are 1, 3, 5, or 8 rings, CNTNUE (continuous ringing), or OFF. 5. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. When you are called by a station whose transceiver is sending a CTCSS tone, DCS code, or CTCSS code pair which matches that set into your Decoder, the Bell will ring in accordance with this programming. When the CTCSS/DCS/EPCS Bell is activated, the Bell icon will appear on the display. Split Tone Operation The FT-2900R can be operated in a Split Tone configuration, to enable operation on 22 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual repeaters using a mix of both CTCSS and DCS control via the Set mode. 1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 48 SPLIT. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to set this Menu item to ON (to enable the Split Tone feature). 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. When the Split Tone feature is activated, you can see the following additional parameters following the RV TN parameter (while selecting the tone mode by Set mode item 49 SQL.TYP):

T CODE: DCS Encode only (the DCS icon will blink during operation) T DCS: Encodes a CTCSS Tone and Decodes a DCS code (the T icon will blink and the DCS icon will appear during operation) D TONE: Encodes a DCS code and Decodes a CTCSS Tone (the T SQ icon will appear and DCS icons will blink during operation) Select the desired operating mode from the selections shown above. DTMF Autodialer Operation Nine DTMF Autodialer memories are available on the FT-2900R. These DTMF Autodialer memories can store up to 16 digits of a telephone number for repeater autopatch or other use. To load DTMF Autodialer memories, use the following procedure:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 19 DT SET. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to select the DTMF Autodialer memory channel number into which you wish store a telephone number

(C0 to C9). 3. Press the [REV(DW)] key momentarily, then rotate the DIAL knob to select the first digit of the telephone number you wish to store. 4. When you have selected the correct digit, press the [LOW(A/N)] key momentarily. Now, rotate the DIAL knob to select the second of 16 available numbers in the current DTMF Autodialer memory register. 5. Repeat this procedure for each digit in the telephone number. If you a mistake, press the [REV(DW)] key to move back to the first digit, then re-enter the correct number. 23 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual 6. When entry of all digits is complete, press the [MHz(SET)] key. 7. 8. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the new setting and If you wish to store another DTMF string, repeat steps 2 through 6 above. exit to normal operation. To transmit the memorized telephone number, use the following procedure:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 17 DT A/M. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to set this Set Mode Item to AUTO. 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the new setting and 4. exit to normal operation. In the Autodialer mode, which you just engaged, first press the PTT switch, then press the microphones numeric key ([0] through [9]) corresponding to the DTMF memory string you wish to send. Once the string begins, you may release the PTT switch, as the transmitter will be held on the air until the DTMF string is completed. To disable the Autodialer function mode, select MANUAL in step 2 above. The speed at which the DTMF digits are sent can be changed. Two speed levels are available: Low (10 digits per second) and High (20 digits per second: default). To toggle between Low and High speed, use the following procedure:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 20 DT SPD. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to select the desired speed

(50: High speed or 100: Low speed). 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. You can also set a longer delay between the time your transmitter is keyed and the first DTMF digit is sent. To set the delay time, use the following procedure:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 28 DT DLY. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to select the desired speed

(50/250/450/750/1000 ms). 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the new setting and 24 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual exit to normal operation. Memory Operation Memory Storage A wide array of memory resources are available on the FT-2900R. A total of 221 memories are available, and each may be appended with an alpha-numeric label of up to six characters, for quick channel recognition. The basic memory bank for the FT-2900R consists of 200 memories. Lets learn the simple procedure for storing and recalling a frequency, then we can move on to some of the more advanced memory features. To store a frequency into memory:

1. In the VFO mode, select the desired frequency, repeater shift, CTCSS/DCS tone, and TX power level. 2. Press and hold in the [D/MR(MW)] key for one second. A memory number will appear in the bottom right-hand corner of the display. If the channel number is blinking, there currently is no data stored on that channel; if the channel number is not blinking, that channel is currently occupied by other frequency data, and you wont want to use that channel unless the data is no longer of interest. 3. Within five seconds of pressing the [D/MR(MW)] key, use the DIAL knob to select the desired memory into which you wish to store the frequency. 4. Press the [D/MR(MW)] key again, this time momentarily, to store the displayed data into the selected memory channel slot. The memory label will disappear

(since you are still operating in the VFO mode). 5. To store other frequencies, repeat steps 1 through 4, remembering to set the repeater shift, CTCSS/DCS tone, and TX power level, as appropriate. R.F. Says: The above procedure will be used for virtually all memory storage circumstances. If you need to program a frequency pair that uses a non-standard shift

(odd split), use the procedure described on page 23. Memory Recall Once you have stored the memory or memories desired, you must now switch from the VFO mode to the Memory Recall mode, so you can operate on the just-stored memory channels. 1. Press the [D/MR(MW)] key, repeatedly if necessary, until the MR icon and a 25 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual memory channel number appear on the display; this indicates that the Memory Recall mode is now engaged. 2. When more than one memory has been stored, use the DIAL knob to select any of the programmed memories for operation. Alternatively, the microphones [UP] or

[DWN] button may be used to step or scan through the available memories. When using the microphones buttons, press the button momentarily to move one step up or down; press and hold in the [UP] or [DWN] button for one second to begin memory scanning. Memory Recall from the Microphones Keypad:

While operating in the Memory Recall mode, the keypad of the MH-48A6J Microphone may be used for direct recall of memory channels. To do this, press the Channel Number you wish to recall, then press the [#] key. For example, to recall Memory Channel 5, press [5] [*]. To recall Memory Channel 118, press [1] [1] [8]. You may also recall Programmable Memory Scan (PMS) channels (L0/U0 through L9/U9) using the following numbers: Programmable Memory channels #L0 = 200, U0 = 201, L9 = 218, and U9 = 219. Labeling Memories You may wish to append an alpha-numeric Tag (label) to a memory or memories, to aid in recollection of the channels use (such as club name, etc.). This is easily accomplished using the Set (Menu) mode. 1. Recall the memory channel on which you wish to append a label. 2. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 30 NM SET. 3. Press the [MHz(SET)] key. You will notice the first character location blinking, indicating that you are now in the Alpha-Numeric (A/N) entry mode. Within the A/N entry mode, rotate the DIAL knob to select characters; pressing the

[LOW(A/N)] key will move the characters entry location to the right. 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the desired number, letter, or symbol, then press the [LOW(A/N)] key to move the next characters location. Move two slots if you want to put in a space. 5. Repeat step 4, as necessary, to complete the name tag (up to six characters) for your memory, then press the [MHz(SET)] key momentarily to save the A/N name just entered. 26 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual 6. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to exit to normal operation. 7. While operating in the Memory Recall mode, press and hold in the [LOW(A/N)] key for one second to toggle the display between indication of the frequency and the channels Alpha/Numeric label. Memory Tuning Once you have recalled a particular memory channel, you may easily tune off that channel, as though you were in the VFO mode. 1. With the FT-2900R in the Memory Recall mode, select the desired memory channel. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key momentarily. The MR indicator will blink and disappear the Memory Channel Number; these indicates that the Memory Tuning mode has been engaged. 4. 3. Rotate the DIAL knob, or press the [UP] or [DWN] keys, to tune to a new frequency. The synthesizer steps you have selected for VFO operation will be the steps used during Memory Tuning. If you wish to return to the original memory frequency, press the [D/MR(MW)] key momentarily. The MR indicator will stop blinking and the Memory Channel Number will be appears. If you wish to store into memory a new frequency set during Memory Tuning, just press and hold in the [D/MR(MW)] key for one second, then complete the normal memory storage procedure. Be sure to select an open memory channel when doing so. 5. Masking Memories There may be situations where you want to Mask memories so they are not visible during memory selection or scanning. For example, several memories used only in a city you visit infrequently may be stored, then Masked until you visit that city, at which time you can Unmask them for normal use. (except the Memory Channel 1, Priority Channel, and Home Channel). 1. With the FT-2900R in the Memory Recall mode, press and hold in the [D/MR(MW)]

key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select the memory channel you wish to delete. 2. Press the [LOW(A/N)] key momentarily. The display will revert to memory channel 1. The previously-selected memory will be deleted. 3. To Unmask the hidden memory, repeat the above procedure: press and hold in the 27 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual

[D/MR(MW)] key for one second, rotate the DIAL to select the masked memorys number, then press the [LOW(A/N)] key to restore the memory channels data. R.F. Says: Watch out! You can manually store data over a Masked memory, deleting previous data, if youre not careful. Use the next available memory technique (look for the blinking memory channel number) storage technique to avoid over-writing a masked memory. Memory Bank Operation The large number of memories available in the FT-2900R could be difficult to utilize without some means of organizing them. Fortunately, the FT-2900R includes provision for dividing the memories into as many as eight Memory Banks, so you can categorize the memories in a manner convenient to you. You may enter and exit the Memory Bank mode by a single press of the Microphones [#] key, as we shall see below. Assigning Memories to a Memory Bank 1. Recall the memory channel to be assigned to a Memory Bank. 2. Press and hold in the [D/MR(MW)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select the Memory Bank number (b1 ~ b8) you want as the Memory Bank for this channel. 3. Press the [D/MR(MW)] key momentarily to copy the memory channel data into the Memory Bank. R.F. Says: 1) You may assign one memory channel into several Memory Banks. 2) The PMS memory channels (L0/U0 through L9/U9) may not be assigned to a Memory Bank. Memory Bank Recall 1. Press the [D/MR(MW)] key, if needed, to enter the Memory mode. 2. Press the Microphones [*] key to activate the Memory Bank mode. The Memory Bank number will appear on the display. 3. Press the [#] key to increment the Memory Bank (b1 through b8). 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select memories, you will observe that you can only select memory channels in the current memory bank. The small memory bank number will appear at the above of the frequency display while operating within a Memory Bank. 5. To change to another Memory Bank, press the [#] key to increase the Memory Bank to next-highest bank. 6. To exit from Memory Bank operation, just press the Microphones [*] key. The 28 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual Memory Channel number will appear on the display, indicating that you are now in the standard Memory Recall mode, without utilization of the Memory Banks. The memories stored in the various Banks will remain in those banks, however;

you do not need to store them again. Removing Memories from a Memory Bank 1. Recall the memory channel to be removed from a Memory Bank. 2. Press and hold in the [D/MR(MW)] key for one second, then press the [A/N(LOW)]

key to remove the memory channel data from the Memory Bank. Changing a Memory Banks Name You may change the default Memory Bank Name which is indicates on the display while selecting the Memory Bank to your desired name. 1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 9 BNK NM. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key momentarily, then rotate the DIAL knob to recall the memory bank on which you wish to change a label. 3. Press the [A/N(LOW)] key to enable changing of the name tag. 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the first digit of the desired label. 5. Press the [A/N(LOW)] key to move to the next character. 6. If you make a mistake, press the [REV(DW)] key to back-space the cursor, then re-enter the correct letter, number, or symbol. 7. Repeat steps 5 through 7 to program the remaining letters, numbers, or symbols of the desired label. A total of six characters may be used in the creation of a label. 8. When you have programmed a name which is under 6 characters, press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to confirm the label and exit to normal operation. Home Channel Memory A Convenient one-touch Home channel memory is available to simplify return to your most-often-used frequency. This memory does not appear in the regular memory bank, to simplify operation and speed recall of this important channel. To recall the Home channel, just press the [D/MR(MW)] key, repeatedly if necessary, until the HM icon appears on the display; this indicates that the Home Channel has been recalled. The factory default frequency for the Home channel is 146.520 MHz (USA version, EXP 29 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual version: 144.000 MHz). You can re-program the Home channel in a manner identical to that used for the regular memories:

1. From the VFO mode, tune in the frequency you wish to store, and set all repeater shifts and other data just the way you do for normal memory channel storage. 2. Press and hold in the [D/MR(MW)] key for one second, then press the [REV(DW)]

key to store the displayed data into the Home channel. The memory label will disappear (since you are still operating in the VFO mode). You may also append an alpha-numeric Tag (label) to a Home channel, as described previously. be sure to recall the Home channel first, then enter the Menu (selection 30 NM SET to program the labels contents. R.F. Says: From the Home channel, you may tune off (as in the Memory Tune mode) without doing anything more than rotating the main DIAL knob. This automatically shifts control to the VFO, making it a good idea to program in your areas Calling Frequency as the Home channel. Once contact is established, you may then tune off the Calling Frequency to an open simplex frequency to carry on your QSO. Memory-Only Mode Once memory channel programming has been completed, you may place the radio in a Memory Only mode, whereby VFO and Home Channel operation are impossible. This may be particularly useful during public-service events where a number of operators may be using the radio for first time, and ultimate simplicity of channel selection is desired. To place the radio into the Memory Only mode, turn it off. Now press and hold in the

[D/MR(MW)] key while turning the radio on. The VFO and Home Channel will now be disabled. To return to normal operation, repeat the above power-on procedure. Scanning The FT-2900Rs scanning capability provides the operator with many convenient methods of rapid frequency navigation. Basic Scanner Operation Before activating the scanner, make sure that the Squelch is set to silence the background noise when no signal is present. Scanning is not possible while the Squelch is open (if noise or signals are being heard). 30 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual Scanning may be started or stopped using the microphones [UP] or [DWN] button. The following techniques are used for scanning:

Pressing and holding in either the [UP] or [DWN] button for one second in the VFO mode will cause upward or downward band scanning, respectively, to begin.

Pressing and holding in either the [UP] or [DWN] button for one second in the Memory mode will cause memory channel scanning toward a higher- or lower-numbered memory channel, respectively.

Scanning pauses when a signal opens the squelch, and the decimal point on the display will blink. You can choose one of three scan-resume modes (described later).

To halt the scan manually, the easiest way is to push the PTT switch on the microphone momentarily (no transmission will occur while you are scanning). The scan may also be halted manually by pressing the microphones [UP] or [DWN]

button, or the [D/MR(MW)] key. R.F. Says: In the factory default setting, the scanner sweep all frequencies while the VFO mode and all memory channels while the Memory mode. You may change the sweep range of the VFO mode to 1 MHz, 2 MHz, or 5 MHz, and sweeps only those Memory Channels with the same first digit of the alpha/numeric tag or same first and second digits of the alpha/numeric tag as the first channel on which scanning started. Scan-Resume Options Three scan-resume modes are available on the FT-2900R:

In the BUSY mode, the scanner will remain halted for as long as there is carrier present on the channel; after the carrier drops at the end of the other stations transmission, scanning will resume.

In the HOLD mode, the scanner will halt on a signal it encounters. It will not restart automatically; you must manually re-initiate scanning if you wish to resume.

In the 3SEC/5SEC/10SEC mode, the scanner will halt for selected resume time, after which scanning will resume (whether or not the other station is still transmitting). The default scan-stop mode is BUSY. To change the scan-resume mode, use the following procedure:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 41 RESUME. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to select the desired 31 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual scan-resume mode. 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. Memory Skip Scanning When you have some continuously-active channels in memories, you may wish to skip them for scanning, but still have them available for manual selection. To mask a memory to be skipped during scanning, use the following procedure:

1. Set the radio to Memory Recall mode by pressing the [D/MR(MW)] key repeatedly, as necessary, until MR and a channel number appear on the right side of the display. 2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Memory Channel to be skipped during scanning. 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 47 SKIP. 4. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob so as to select SKIP. The current Memory Channel will now be ignored during scanning. The ONLY selection is used for Preferential Memory Scan, described in the next section. 5. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. A SKIP icon will appear when you recall the skipped memory channel manually. To re-institute a channel into the scanning loop, select OFF in step 4 above, after first recalling the currently-blocked channel (the skipped channel is accessible via manual channel selection methods using the DIAL knob in the Memory mode, whether or not it is locked out of the scanning loop). Preferential Memory Scan The FT-2900 also allows you to set up a Preferential Scan List of channels which you can flag within the memory system. These channels are designated by a blinking SKIP icon when you have selected them, one by one, for the Preferential Scan List. When you initiate memory scanning, beginning on a channel with the Blinking SKIP icon appended, only those channels bearing the Blinking SKIP icon will be scanned. If you initiate scanning on a channel which does not have the Blinking SKIP icon appended, you will scan all channels including those with the Blinking SKIP icon appended. Here is the procedure for setting up and using the Preferential Scan List:

32 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual 1. Set the radio to the Memory Recall mode by pressing the [D/MR(MW)] key repeatedly, if necessary. 2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Memory Channel which you wish to add to the Preferential Scan List. 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 47 SKIP. 4. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob so as to select ONLY. 5. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. To initiate Preferential Memory Scanning:

1. Set the radio to the Memory Recall mode by pressing the [D/MR(MW)] key repeatedly, if necessary. 2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select any memory channel which has a Blinking SKIP icon appended to the channel number. 3. Press and hold either the microphones [UP] or [DWN] button for one second to initiate Preferential Memory Scanning. Only the channels which have a Blinking SKIP icon appended to the channel number will be scanned. Memory Bank Link Scan When the Memory Bank feature is engaged, the scanner sweeps only memory channels in the current Memory Bank. However, if the Memory Bank Link Scan feature is enabled, you may sweep the memory channels in several Memory Banks which you have selected. To enable the Memory Bank Link Scan feature:

1. Set the radio to the Memory mode by pressing the [D/MR(MW)] key, if necessary. 2. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 8 BNK.LNK. 3. Press the [MHz(SET)] key momentarily, then rotate the DIAL knob to select the first Memory Bank (b1 ~ b8) you wish to sweep using Memory Bank Link Scan. 4. Press the [D/MR(MW)] key momentarily. A SKIP icon will appear at the above the Memory Bank number, indicating this Memory Bank will now be swept during Memory Bank Scan. 5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 above, to append the SKIP icon to any other Memory Banks you wish to sweep. 6. Now, press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to initiate the Memory 33 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual Bank Link Scan. 7. To remove a Memory Bank from the Memory Bank Link Scan, repeat steps 2 - 4 above, to delete the SKIP icon from the Memory Bank number indication. Programmable Band-Scan Limits Besides band and memory scanning, this transceiver can be set to tune or scan only the frequencies between user-defined lower and upper limits. For example, you may wish to limit tuning/scanning to 144.3 - 148.0 MHz, to avoid encroachment on the SSB/CW sub-band between 144.0 and 144.3 MHz These scanning limits are stored in special Sub-Band Limit Memories, labeled L0/U0 through L9/U9, with L and U designations representing the Lower and Upper limits, respectively. To utilize this feature, use the following steps:

1. Store the lower edge of the desired scanning/tuning range in memory L0 and the upper edge in memory U0 (or, alternatively, in memories L1/U1 through L9/U9). 2. With any of these memories recalled, press the [MHz(SET)] key momentarily to activate the Programmable Band-Scan Limits. The PMS icon will appear. Tuning and scanning will now be limited within the just-programmed range. To cancel the Sub-Band Limits and return to normal memory operation, press the

[D/MR(MW)] key momentarily. Priority Channel Scanning (Dual Watch) The FT-2900Rs scanning features include a two-channel scanning capability which allows you to operate on a VFO, Memory channel, or Home channel, while periodically checking a user-defined Memory Channel for activity. If a station is received on the Memory Channel which is strong enough to open the Squelch, the scanner will pause on that station in accordance with the Scan-Resume mode set via Menu mode 41 RESUME. See page 34. Here is the procedure for activating Priority Channel Dual Watch operation:

1. Set the radio to the Memory Recall mode by pressing the [D/MR(MW)] key repeatedly, if necessary. 2. Press and hold in the [D/MR(MW)] key for one second (the Memory Channel number will blink), then select the memory channel you wish to be the Priority channel. 3. Press the [%] key momentarily. The PRI icon will appear to the upper right 34 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual corner on the display; indicating it is the Priority channel. 4. Now set the FT-2900 for operation on another memory channel, Home channel, or on a VFO frequency. 5. Press and hold in the [REV(DW)] key for one second. The display will remain on the VFO, selected memory channel, or Home channel, but every five seconds the FT-2900 will check the Priority Channel for activity. 6. To cancel Dual Watch operation, press the [D/MR(MW)] key momentarily. Priority Revert Mode During Priority channel operation (Dual Watch), a special feature is available which will allow you to move to the Priority Channel instantly, without waiting for activity to appear on the Priority Channel. When this feature is enabled, and priority monitoring is engaged, just press the microphones PTT switch. Operation will instantly revert to the Priority Channel. To enable Priority Revert operation:

1. Press and hold the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 44 RVRT. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to select ON. 3. Press and hold the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. To disable Priority Revert operation, select OFF in step 2 above. Weather Alert Scan This feature allows you to check the Weather Broadcast Memory Channels for the presence of the NOAA Alert Tone while operating using VFO scan or Memory channel scan. When the Weather Alert Scan feature is engaged, the FT-2900R will check the Weather Broadcast Memory Channels for activity every five seconds while scanning. If you watch the display carefully, youll observe the scanner periodically shifting to the Weather Broadcast bank, scanning the Weather channels quickly in search of the Alert Tone, after which regular scanning will resume for another five seconds. To enable the Weather Alert Scan feature:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 57 WX ALT. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to set this Menu item to 35 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual ON. 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. 4. To disable the Weather Alert Scan feature, select OFF in step 2 above. You can change the Weather Alert Tone volume level to maximum regardless the VOL knob setting, using Set Mode Item 58 WX VOL. See page 57 for details. R.F. Says: 1) When the Weather Alert Scan feature is engaged, the Scan-Resume mode is fixed to HOLD. 2) If you are just scanning the Weather Broadcast Channels, the FT-2900Rs receiver will remain muted indefinitely unless the Alert Tone is received. This yields a long period of monitoring time, as no power will be consumed via audio output while scanning for the Alert Tone is in progress. Band Edge Beeper The FT-2900R will automatically beep when the receivers band edge is encountered during scanning (either in standard VFO scanning or during PMS operation). You may additionally enable this feature (band edge beeper) when the frequency reaches the band edge while selecting the VFO frequency manually, using the DIAL knob. The procedure for enabling the Band-Edge Beeper (during manual tuning) is:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 21 EDG.BEP. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to set this Menu item to ON. 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. Smart Search Operation The Smart Search feature allows you to load frequencies automatically according to where activity is encountered by your radio. When Smart Search is engaged, the transceiver will search above and below your current frequency, storing active frequencies as it goes (without stopping on them even momentarily); these frequencies are stored into a special Smart Search memory band, consisting of 31 memories (15 above the current frequency, 15 below the current frequency, plus the current frequency itself). 36 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual Two basic operating modes for Smart Search are available:

SINGLE: In this mode, the transceiver will sweep the current band once in each direction starting on the current frequency. All channels where activity is present will be loaded into the Smart Search memories; whether or not all 31 memories are filled, the search will stop after one sweep in each direction. CONT: In this mode, the transceiver will make one pass in each direction as with One-Shot searching; if all 31 channels are not filled after the first sweep, however, the radio will continue sweeping until they are all filled. Setting the Smart Search Mode 1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 45 S SRCH. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to select the desired Smart Search mode (see above). 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. Storing Smart Search Memories 1. Set the radio to the VFO mode. Be sure that you have the Squelch adjusted properly (so that band noise is quieted). 2. Press the Microphones [P2] key to enter the Smart Search mode. The S SRCH notation is appeared on the display. for 2 seconds. 3. Press the Microphones [A] key to begin Smart Search scanning. 4. As active channels are detected, they will automatically be stored into the Smart Search memory bank without causing the sweep to halt. 5. Depending on the mode you set for Smart Search operation (SINGLE or CONT), the Smart Search scan will eventually terminate, and the LCD will revert to Smart Search Memory Channel C. 6. To recall the Smart Search memories, just rotate the DIAL knob to choose from among the Smart Search memories. 7. To return to normal operation, press the [D/MR(MW)] key. R.F. Says: Smart Search is a great tool when visiting a city for the first time. You dont need to spend hours looking up repeater frequencies from a reference guidebook: Just ask your FT-2900R where the action is!

37 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual Internet Connection Feature The FT-2900R can be used to access a node (repeater or base station) which is tied into the Vertex Standard WIRESTM (Wide-Coverage Internet Repeater Enhancement System) network. Details may be site:

http://www.vxstd.com/en/wiresinfo-en/. This feature may also be used to access other systems, as described below. SRG (Sister Radio Group) mode 1. Press the [%] key momentarily to activate the Internet Connection feature. The the WIRES-II Web found at Int notation will appear at the right of the frequency. 2. Rotate the DIAL knob while pressing the [%] key to select the access number

(DTMF 0 ~ 9, A, B, C, D, E(*), F(#)) corresponding to the WIRES node to which you wish to establish an Internet link (ask the node or repeater owner/operator if you dont know the access number in the network). Now press the PTT switch to exit from the selection mode. 3. With the Internet Connection feature activated (as in step 1 above), the FT-2900M will generate a brief (0.1 second) DTMF tone according to your selection in step 2. This DTMF tone is sent at the beginning of every transmission to establish or maintain the link to the local WIRESnode operating in the SRG mode. 4. To disable the Internet Connection feature, press the [%] key momentarily (the Int notation will disappear from the display). R.F. Says: If other users report that you always have a DTMF beep at the beginning of each transmission, and you are not operating in conjunction with Internet access, disable this function via step (4) above. FRG (Friendly Radio Group) mode You may access other Internet Link Systems (including WIRESTM in the FRG mode) that use a DTMF string for access. Programming the FRG code Load the DTMF tones which you wish to use for Internet-link access into a Internet Memory register. For purposes of this example, we will use #(F)1101D as the access code (the # key is denoted by the letter F). 1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 25 INT.SET. 2. Press the [0(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to select the Internet Memory 38 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual register (F0 ~ F9) into which you wish to store the access code. 3. Press the [LOW(A/N)] key momentarily. The first digit will blink. 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select F (representing DTMF # the first digit of the DTMF string). 5. Press the [LOW(A/N)] key momentarily to accept the first digit and move to the second digit of the DTMF string. 6. Repeat the previous steps until you have completed the access code (#(F)1101D). 7. If you attach an alpha/numeric name Tag to the Internet Memory, proceed to the next step; otherwise press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the setting. 8. Press the [MHz(SET)] key twice to enable programming of the name tag (The Internet Memory register number will blink). 9. Press the [LOW(A/N)] key momentarily. The first digit will blink. 10. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the first digit of the desired label. 11. Press the [LOW(A/N)] key to move to the next character. 12. If you make a mistake, press the [REV(DW)] key to back-space the cursor, then re-enter the correct letter, number, or symbol. 13. Repeat steps 10 and 11 to program the remaining letters, numbers, or symbols of the desired label. A total of six characters may be used in the creation of a label. 14. When you have programmed a label which is under 6 characters, press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to confirm the label. 15. Repeat steps 1 through 14 to store other access codes, if so desired. 16. Press the PTT switch to save the setting and exit to normal operation. Operation (Accessing an FRG Node) 1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 23 INT MD. 2. Press the [0(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to set this Set Mode Item to FRG (thus activating the Other Internet Link System mode). 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the new settings. 4. Press the [%] key momentarily to activate the Internet Connection feature. The Int notation will appear in the upper right corner of the display. 5. Rotate the DIAL knob while pressing the [%] key to select the Internet Memory register number (F0 ~ F9) (or Name) corresponding to the Internet link repeater to which you wish to establish an Internet link, then press the PTT switch momentarily to lock in the selected access number. 39 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual 6. Once the Internet Connection feature is activated per step 4 above, you may now press the [%] key, while you are transmitting, to send out the selected DTMF string (to establish the link to the desired Internet-link mode). 7. To return to the WIRESTM mode, repeat steps 1 - 3 above, selecting SRG in step 4. CW Training Feature The FT-2900r provides a CW Training feature, which sends random Morse Code via the sidetone (heard in the speaker), so you can improve your CW proficiency. 1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 12 CWTRNG. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key momentarily to enable adjustment of this Set Mode Item. 3. Press the [LOW(A/N)] key to select the Training mode (displayed in fine print at Sends five Alphabet characters only Sends Alphabet characters only (Repeatedly) Sends five Numeric characters only Sends Numeric characters only (Repeatedly) the upper edge of the LCD):

1A:

A:

1n:

n:

1An: Sends five Alphabet, Numeric, ?, and / characters (Mixed) An: Send Alphabet, Numeric, ?, and / characters (Mixed, Continuously in group of five) 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Morse speed. You may select the units of the code speed between WPM (Words per minute) and CPM: characters per minute) by pressing the [D/MR(MW)] key. 5. Press the [REV(DW)] key to begin generation of the code characters (CW sidetone only, the radio does not transmit); the transmitted characters will appear on the display. If one of the 1 modes is selected in step 4 above, press the [F/W] key to send another code group. 6. To disable the CW Training feature, press the [MHz(SET)] key momentarily. 7. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to exit to normal operation. R.F. Says: The WPM selection is based on the international PARIS standard, which stipulates five characters per word. 40 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual Packet Operation The FT-2900R may be used for 1200 bps Packet operation, using most all commonly-available Terminal Node Controllers (TNCs). Connections between the transceiver and the TNC are accomplished via the front panel Microphone connector and rear panel External Speaker jack, per the diagram below. The audio level from the receiver to the TNC may be adjusted by using the VOL knob, as with voice operation. The input level to the FT-2900 from the TNC may be adjusted via Set Mode Item 27 MCGAIN; see page ?? for details. Be sure to turn the transceiver and TNC off before connecting the cables, so as to prevent voltage spikes from possibly damaging your transceiver. Remember to readjust the default microphone input level to LVL 5 (Set Mode Item 27 MCGAIN) when Packet operation is finished. Miscellaneous Settings Password The FT-2900R provides a password feature which can minimize the chance that your transceiver could be used by an unauthorized party. When the password feature is activated, the radio will ask for the four digit password to be entered when the radio is first turned on. You must enter the four digit password from the Microphones keypad. If the wrong password is entered, the microprocessor will shut down the radio automatically. To enter the password and activating this feature, use the following procedure:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 40 PSWD. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key momentarily to enable adjustment of this Set Mode Item. 3. Press the [LOW(A/N)] key momentarily to display any previously-stored password. 4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the first digit of the desired number/letter (0-9, A, B, C, D, E (substitute for *), and F (substitute for #). 5. Press the [LOW(A/N)] key to move to the next digit. 6. Repeat steps 5 and 6 to program the remaining numbers/letters of the desired 7. password. If you make a mistake, press the [REV(DW)] key to move back to the previous digit, then re-select the correct number/letter. 8. When you have finished entering the password, press and hold in the [MHz(SET)]

41 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual 9. key for one second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. If you wish to disable the Password feature, repeat steps 1 - 3 above, now rotate the DIAL knob to select OFF, then press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second. R.F. Says: 1) We recommend that you to write down the password number, and keep it in a safe place you can easily find if you forget your password. 2) If you forget the password number, you may turn on the transceiver by performing the Microprocessor Resetting procedure (see page 85). However, the FT-2900 will clear the password, as well as all memories, and will restore all other settings to factory defaults. Time-Out Timer (TOT) The Time-Out Timer (TOT) feature is designed to force the transceiver into the Receive mode after a preset time period of continuous transmission (the default is 6 minutes). This feature prevents your transceiver from transmitting a dead carrier for a long period of time in the event that the microphone PTT switch is accidentally locked in the TX condition. The Time-Out Timers switch-to-receive time may be adjusted, in one minute increments, for any period between 1 and 60 minutes. To change the default (6 minutes) time setting:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 53 TOT. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to select the desired interval

(1/3/5/10 minutes), or OFF. 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. Automatic Power-Off (APO) The Automatic Power-Off (APO) feature will turn the radio completely off after a user-defined period of PTT or key/button inactivity. If you do not press any front panel keys or buttons, rotate the DIAL knob, use the microphones keys and buttons, or transmit, and so long as the transceiver is not scanning or engaged in priority monitoring, the radio will shut itself off after the specified time period. The available selections for the time before power-off are 0.5/1/3/5/8 hours, as well as APO Off. This feature is useful in minimizing battery drain in a mobile installation if you forget to turn the transceiver off when you leave your vehicle. 42 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual To activate the APO feature:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 1 APO. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to select the desired switch-off time or OFF. 3. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. Busy Channel Lock-Out (BCLO) The BCLO feature prevents the radios transmitter from being activated if a signal strong enough to break through the noise squelch is present. On a frequency where stations using different CTCSS or DCS codes may be active, BCLO prevents you from disrupting their communications accidentally (because your radio may be muted by its own Tone Decoder). The default setting for the BCLO is OFF, and here is how to change that setting:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 5 BCLO. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key momentarily to enable adjustment of this Set Mode Item. 3. Rotate the DIAL knob to set this Set Mode Item to ON (thus activating the BCLO feature). 4. When you have made your selection, press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. Remember that BCLO is controlled by the Noise Squelch; if you have DCS or TSQ engaged, BCLO will inhibit transmission if a station is on frequency but not transmitting the proper tone; BCLO will thus prevent you from interfering with the other stations transmission. Programming the Key Assignments Default FT-2900R key the Microphones

[P1]/[P2]/[P3]/[P4] buttons at the factory. These may be changed by the user, if you wish to assign quick access to another function. To change the assignments for the programmable keys:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select the Menu Item to be configured (36 PRG P1, 37 PRG P2, 38 PRG P3, or 39 PRG P4). functions have been assigned to 43 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to select the function you wish to assign to the button you selected in the previous step. The available choices are:

ARTS: Engages the ARTSoperation. SQLOFF: Opens the Squelch to allow un-muted reception. WX CH: Switches operation to the Weather channels bank. S SRCH: Engages the Smart Search operation. C SRCH: Engages the Tone Search Scanning feature. SCAN: Engages the Scan operation T CALL: Activates 1750 Hz Tone Burst 3. Press the [MHz(SET)] key momentarily to save the new setting, then rotate the DIAL knob to select another programmable button to modify, if desired, and repeat the above steps. 4. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to exit to normal operation. You may assign the Set Mode item to the Microphones [P1]/[P2]/[P3]/[P4] buttons, as well, to do this:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to enter the Set mode. 2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Set Mode Item which you wish to assign to the key as a Menu short-cut. 3. Press and hold in the Microphones [P1], [P2], [P3], or [P4] button for one second to assign the Set Mode Item to the [P1], [P2], [P3], or [P4] button. 4. Now you can recall this preferred Set Mode Item by simply pressing the Microphones button momentarily. FM Bandwidth & TX Deviation Level You can reduce the receiver bandwidth and microphone deviation level when operating on tightly-clustered frequencies (channel spacing of 12.5 or 15 kHz). This will reduce the transmitter deviation, thus minimizing interference to other users. To configure for the narrower bandwidth, use the following procedure:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 59 W/N DV. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key, then rotate the DIAL knob to change the display to NARROW (2.5 kHz Deviation, 6 kHz Bandwidth). 3. Press and hold the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. 44 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual 4. To return to wide deviation, repeat the above procedure, selecting WIDE (5 kHz Deviation, 15 kHz Bandwidth) in step 2 above. DCS Code Inversion The DCS system was first introduced in the commercial LMR (Land Mobile Radio) service, where it is now in widespread use. DCS is sometime referred to by its different proprietary names, such as DPL (Digital Private Line, a registered trademark of Motorola, Inc.). DCS uses a codeword consisting of a 23-bit frame, transmitted (subaudible) at a data rate of 134.4 bps (bit/sec). Occasionally, signal inversion can result in the complement of a code to be sent or received. This prevents the receivers squelch from opening with DCS enabled, as the decoded bit sequence would not match that selected for operation. Typical situations that might cause inversion to occur are:

Connection of an external receiver preamplifier.

Operating through a repeater.

Connection of an external linear amplifier. Note that code inversion does not mean that any of the above listed equipment is defective!

In certain amplifier configurations, the output signal (phase) is inverted from the input. Small signal or power amplifiers having an odd number (1, 3, 5, etc.) of amplification stages may result in inversion of a transmitted or received DCS code. While under most circumstances this should not occur (amplifier designs and industry standards take this into account), if you find that your receiver squelch does not open when both you and the other station are using a common DCS code, you or the other station (but not both) can try the following:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second, then rotate the DIAL knob to select 15 DCS RV. 2. Press the [MHz(SET)] key momentarily, then rotate the DIAL knob to set this Set Mode Item to ENABLE (thus inverting the DCS Code). 3. When you have made your selection, press and hold the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the new setting and exit to normal operation. 4. Remember to restore the default setting to DISABLE when done. Reset Procedure In some instances of erratic or unpredictable operation, the cause may be corruption of 45 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual data in the microprocessor (due to static electricity, etc.). If this happens, resetting of the microprocessor may restore normal operation. Note that all memories will be erased if you do a complete microprocessor reset, as described below. Microprocessor Resetting To clear all memories and other settings to factory defaults:

1. Turn the radio off. 2. Press and hold in the [REV(DW)], [LOW(A/N)], and [D/MR(MW)] keys while turning the radio on. The ALL RESET PUSH D/MR KEY notation will scroll on the display. 3. Press the [D/MR(MW)] key momentarily to reset all settings to their factory defaults (press any other key to cancel the Reset procedure). Set Mode Resetting To reset the Set (Menu) mode settings to their factory defaults, while leaving other settings unchanged:

1. Turn the radio off. 2. Press and hold in the [LOW(A/N)] and [D/MR(MW)] keys while turning the radio on. The SET MODE RESET PUSH D/MR KEY notation will scroll on the display. 3. Press the [D/MR(MW)] key momentarily to reset the Set (Menu) mode settings to their factory defaults (press any other key to cancel the Reset procedure). Cloning The FT-2900R includes a convenient Clone feature, which allows the memory and configuration data from one transceiver to be transferred to another FT-2900R. This can be particularly useful when configuring a number of transceivers for a public service operation. Here is the procedure for Cloning one radios data to another:

1. Turn both radios off. 2. Connect the user-constructed cloning cable between the MIC jacks of the two radios. 3. Press and hold in the [LOW(A/N)] key while turning the radios on. Do this for both radios (the order of switch-on does not matter). CLONE will appear on the displays of both radios when the Clone mode is successfully activated in this step. 4. On the Destination radio, press the [D/MR(MW)] key (--WAITE--will appear on the LCD). 5. Press the [MHz(SET)] key on the Source radio; ---TX---- will appear on the Source radio, and the data from this radio will be transferred to the other radio. 46 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual 6. If there is a problem during the cloning process, ERROR will be displayed. Check your cable connections and battery voltage, and try again. If the data transfer is successful, CLONE will appear on both displays. 7. 8. Press any key to exit to normal operation. 9. Turn both radios off and disconnect the cloning cable. Set (Menu) Mode The FT-2900R Set (Menu) mode, already described in parts of many previous chapters, is easy to activate and set. It may be used for configuration of a wide variety of transceiver parameters, some of which have not been detailed previously. Use the following procedure to activate the Set (Menu) mode:

1. Press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to enter the Set mode. 2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Menu Item to be adjusted. 3. Press the [MHz(SET)] key momentarily to enable adjustment of the selected Menu item, then rotate the DIAL knob to perform the actual adjustment. 4. After completing your selection and adjustment, press and hold in the [MHz(SET)]

key for one second to exit the Set mode and exit to normal operation. Menu Selection Details 1 APO Function: Enables/Disables the Automatic Power Off feature. Available Values: 30MIN / 1HOUR / 3HOUR / 5HOUR / 8HOUR / OFF Default: OFF 2 AR BEP Function: Selects the Beep option during ARTS operation. Available Values: IN RNG / ALWAYS / OFF Default: IN RNG IN RNG: Beeps sound only when the radio first detects that you are within range. ALWAYS: Beeps sound every time a polling transmission is received from the other station (every 15 or 25 seconds when in range). OFF: No alert beeps sound. 3 AR INT Function: Selects the Polling Interval during ARTS operation. 47 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual Available Values: 25SEC / 15SEC Default: 25SEC 4 ARS Function: Activates/Deactivates the Automatic Repeater Shift feature. Available Values: ON / OFF Default: ON 5 BCLO Function: Enables/Disables the Busy Channel Lock-Out feature. Available Values: ON / OFF Default: OFF 6 BEEP Function: Enables/Disables the key beeper. Available Values: KY+SCN / KEY / OFF Default: KY+SCN KY+SC: The beeper sounds when you press any key, or when the scanner stops. KEY:

OFF:

7 BELL Function: Selects the CTCSS/DCS Bell Ringer repetitions. Available Values: 1 / 3 / 5 / 8 / CNTNUE (Continuous ringing) / OFF Default: OFF 8 BNK.LNK Function: Select the Memory Bank for the Memory Bank Link Scan. See page ** for details. 9 BNK NM Function: Programming an Alpha/Numeric label for a Memory Bank. See page ** for details. 10 CLK.SFT Function: Shifting of the CPU clock frequency. The beeper sounds when you press any key. Beeper is disabled. 48 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual Available Values: ON / OFF Default: OFF This function is only used to move a spurious response Birdie should it fall on a desired frequency. 11 CW ID Function: Enables/Disables the CW identifier during ARTS Operation. Available Values: ON / OFF Default: OFF 12 CWTRNG Function: Enables/Disables the CW Training feature and selects the sending speed of the morse Code. Available Values: 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10 / 11 / 12 / 13 / 15 / 17 / 20 / 24 / 30 / 40 WPM /

OFF or 20 / 25 / 30 / 35 / 40 / 45 / 50 / 55 / 60 / 65 / 75 / 85 / 100 / 120 / 150 / 200 CPM Default: OFF Note: To switch units between WPM and CPM, just press the [MHz(SET)] key. 13 DC VLT Function: Indicates the DC Supply Voltage. 14 DCS CD Function: Setting of the DCS code. Available Values: 104 standard DCS codes Default: 023 15 DCS RV Function: Enables/Disables Inverted DCS code decoding. Available Values: ENABLE / DISABL Default: DISABL 16 DIMMER Function: Setting of the front panel display7s illumination level. Available Values: 0 (OFF) - 10 Default: 5 49 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual 17 DT A/M Function: Enables/Disables the DTMF Autodialer feature. Available Values: MANUAL / AUTO Default: MANUAL 18 DT DLY Function: Setting of the DTMF Autodialer TX Delay Time. Available Values: 50 / 250 / 450 / 750 / 1000 ms Default: 450 ms 19 DT SET Function: Loading of the DTMF Autodialer Memories. See page ** for details. 20 DT SPD Function: Setting of the DTMF Autodialer Sending Speed. Available Values: 50 (high speed) / 100 (low speed) ms Default: 50 ms 21 EDG.BEP Function: Enables/disable the Band-edge beeper while scanning. Available Values: ON / OFF Default: ON 22 INT CD Function: Selects the Access Number (DTMF digit) for WIRES operation. Available Values: DTMF 0 - DTMF 9 / DTMF A - DTMF F Default: DTMF 1 23 INT MD Function: Selects the Internet Link Connection mode. Available Values: SRG / FRG Default: SRG 24 INT.A/M Function: Enables/Disables DTMF Autodialer feature while operating on the Internet 50 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual Connection feature. Available Values: MANUAL / AUTO Default: MANUAL 25 INT.SET Function: Selects the memory register for an Access Number (DTMF code) for non-WIRES Internet Link System access. Available Values: F0 - F9 Default: F1 26 LOCK Function: Selects the Control Locking Lockout combination. Available Values: KEY / DIAL / K+D / PTT / K+P / D+P / ALL / OFF Default: OFF Note: K = Key; D = Dial; and P = PTT. 27 MCGAIN Function: Adjust the microphone gain level. Available Values: 1 - 9 Default: 5 28 MEM.SCN Function: Selects the Memory Scan mode. Available Values: TAG1 / TAG2 / ALL CH Default: ALL CH ALL CH: The scanner sweeps all Memory channels. TAG1: The scanner sweeps only those Memory channels with the same First digit of the alpha/numeric tag as the first channel on which scanning started. TAG2: The scanner sweeps only those Memory channels with the same First and Second digits of the alpha/numeric tag as the first channel on which scanning started. 29 MW MD Function: Selects the method of selection of channels for Memory Storage. Available Values: NEXT / LOWER Default: NEXT NEXT: Stores the data into the memory channel which is next-highest from the 51 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual last-stored memory channel. LOWER: Stores the data into the lowest-available Free channel. 30 NM SET Function: Programming an Alpha/Numeric label for a Memory Channel. See page ** for details. 31 OPN.MSG Function: Selects the Opening Message that appears when the radio is powered on. Available Values: DC / MSG / OFF Default: DC DC:

MSG: Set by user. See below. OFF: No Opening Message Heres how to program the Opening Message:

1. Set this Set Mode Item to MSG. 2. Press the [LOW(A/N)] key momentarily to enable programming of the opening DC supply voltage message. You will notice the first character entrys location blinking. 3. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the first letter/number of the message, then press the [LOW(A/N)] key momentarily to save the first letter/number and move on to the next character. 4. Repeat the previous step as necessary to complete the message (up to six 5. characters). If you make a mistake, press the [DW(REV)] key to back-space the cursor; now re-enter the correct letter/number. 6. When you have entered the desired opening message, press the [MHz(SET)] key momentarily to confirm the message, then press and hold in the [MHz(SET)] key for one second to save the settings and exit to normal operation. 32 PAGER Function: Enables/Disables the Enhanced CTCSS Paging & Code Squelch function. Available Values: ON / OFF Default: OFF 33 PAG.ABK Function: Enables/Disables the Answer Back function of the Enhanced CTCSS Paging 52 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual

& Code Squelch function. Available Values: ON / OFF Default: OFF 34 PAG.CDR Function: Setting the Receiver Pager Code for the Enhanced CTCSS Paging & Code Squelch function. See page ** for details. 35 PAG.CDT Function: Setting the Transmitting Pager Code for the Enhanced CTCSS Paging &

Code Squelch function. See page ** for details. 36 PRG P1 Function: Programming the function assigned to Microphones [P1] key. Available Values: ARTS / SQL OFF / WX CH / S SRCH / C SRCH / SCAN / T CALL or all Set mode items (except Set mode item #36 through 39). Default: Set mode item #13 DC VLT 37 PRG P2 Function: Programming the function assigned to Microphones [P2] key. Available Values: ARTS / SQL OFF / WX CH / S SRCH / C SRCH / SCAN / T CALL or all Set mode items (except Set mode item #36 through 39). Default: Set mode item #16 DIMMER 38 PRG P3 Function: Programming the function assigned to Microphones [P3] key. Available Values: ARTS / SQL OFF / WX CH / S SRCH / C SRCH / SCAN / T CALL or all Set mode items (except Set mode item #36 through 39). Default: Set mode item #27 MCGAIN 39 PRG P4 Function: Programming the function assigned to Microphones [P4] key. Available Values: ARTS / SQL OFF / WX CH / S SRCH / C SRCH / SCAN / T CALL or all Set mode items (except Set mode item #36 through 39). 53 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual Default: Set mode item #47 SKIP 40 PSWD Function: Programs and activates the Password feature. Available Values: ON / OFF Default: OFF 41 RESUME Function: Selects the Scan Resume mode. Available Values: BUSY / HOLD / 3SEC / 5SEC / 10SEC Default: BUSY BUSY: The scanner will hold until the signal disappears, then will resume when the carrier drops. HOLD: The scanner will stop when a signal is received, and will not restart. 3SEC/5SEC/10SEC: The scanner will hold for the selected resume time, then resume whether or not the other station is still transmitting. 42 RF SQL Function: Adjusts the RF Squelch threshold level. Available Values: S1 - S9 / OFF Default: OFF 43 RPT Function: Sets the Repeater Shift direction. Available Values: RPT / + RPT / SIMP Default: SIMP 44 RVRT Function: Enables/disables the Priority Channel Revert feature. Available Values: ON / OFF Default: OFF 45 S SRCH Function: Selects the Smart Search Sweep mode. Available Values: SINGLE / CNTNUE Default: SINGLE 54 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual SINGLE: The transceiver sweeps the current band once in each direction, starting on the current frequency. All channels where activity is present (up to 15 in each direction) are loaded into the Smart Search memories. Whether or not all 31 memories are filled, the search stops after one sweep in each direction. CNTNUE: The transceiver makes a sweep in each direction as with the SINGLE mode, but if all 31 channels are not filled after the first sweep, the radio continues sweeping until they are all filled. 46 SHIFT Function: Sets the magnitude of the Repeater Shift. Available Values: 0.00 - 99.95 MHz Default: 0.60 MHz 47 SKIP Function: Selects the Memory Scan mode. Available Values: SKIP / ONLY / OFF Default: OFF SKIP: The scanner will Skip the flagged channels during scanning. ONLY: The scanner will only scan channels that are flagged (Preferential Scan List). OFF: All memory channels will be scanned (the Flag will be ignored). 48 SPLIT Function: Enables/Disables the split CTCSS/DCS coding. Available Values: ON / OFF Default: OFF When this Set Mode Item is set to ON, you will see the following additional parameters after the RV TN parameter while configuring Set Mode Item 49 SQL.TYP. D CODE: DCS Encode only. T DCS: Encodes a CTCSS tone and Decodes a DCS code. D TONE: Encodes a DCS code and Decodes a CTCSS tone. 49 SQL.TYP Function: Selects the Tone Encoder and/or Decoder mode. Available Values: TONE / TSQL / DCS / RV TN / OFF Default: OFF 55 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual TONE: CTCSS Encoder TSQL: CTCSS Encoder/Decoder DCS: Digital Coded Encoder/Decoder RV TN: Reverse CTCSS Decoder (Mutes receiver when matching tone is received) Note: See also Set Mode Item 48 SPLIT regarding additional selections available during Split Tone operation. 50 STEP Function: Sets the Synthesizer steps. Available Values: 5 / 10 / 12.5 / 15 / 20 / 25 / 50 / 100 kHz Default: 5 kHz 51 TEMP Function: Indicates the current temperature inside the transceivers case. 52 TN FRQ Function: Setting of the CTCSS Tone Frequency. Available Values: 50 standard CTCSS tones Default: 100.0 Hz 53 TOT Function: Sets the Time-Out Timer. Available Values: 1MIN / 3MIN / 5MIN / 10MIN / OFF Default: 3MIN The time-out timer shuts off the transmitter after continuous transmission of the programmed time. 54 TS MUT Function: Enables/Disables the receiver audio output during the Tone Search Scanner is activated. Available Values: ON / OFF Default: ON 55 TS SPD Function: Selects the Tone Search Scanner speed. Available Values: FAST / SLOW 56 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual Default: FAST 56 VFO.SCN Function: Select the VFO Scanner Width. Available Values: 1MHz / 2MHz / 5MHz / ALL Default: ALL 1 MHz, 2 MHz, 5 MHz: The scanner will sweep frequencies within the selected bandwidth. ALL: The scanner will sweep all frequencies. 57 WX ALT Function: Enables/disables the Weather Alert feature. Available Values: ON / OFF Default: OFF 58 WX VOL Function: Selects the audio output level of the Weather Alert Tone. Available Values: NOR.VOL / MAX.VOL Default: NOR.VOL 59 W/N DV Function: Reduction of the Microphone Gain/Deviation and receiver bandwidth. Available Values: WIDE (5 kHz Deviation, 15 kHz Bandwidth) / NARROW (2.5 kHz Deviation, 6 kHz Bandwidth) Default: WIDE (5 kHz Deviation, 15 kHz Bandwidth) 57 FCC ID:K6620393X50 IC: 511B-20393X50 Operating Manual 58