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101MP Operation Manual About this Manual The FTDX101MP is a leading-edge transceiver with a number of new and exciting features, some of

FTDX101MP, we recommend that you read this manual in its entirety, and keep it handy for reference as you explore the many capabilities of this new transceiver. Before using the FTDX101MP, be sure to read this manual. How to read this operation manual Two methods are used to select an item displayed on the FTDX101MP Function Screen: Operate by touching the item directly on the display; and Turn the [MULTI] knob to select the item and then press the [MULTI] knob. Subsequently, in this manual, the operations that can be performed either by touching the Function Screen, or by turning and pressing the [MULTI] knob are abbreviated to

; as described in the following:

Example: How to adjust the brightness of the display 1. Press the [FUNC] key to display the function screen. 2. Touch [DISPLAY SETTING] on the function screen, or rotate the [MULTI] knob to select [DISPLAY SETTING] and then press the [MULTI] knob. 3. Touch [DISPLAY] on the display or rotate the [MULTI] knob to select [DISPLAY] and then press the 4. Touch the setting section of [TFT DIMMER] on the display, or rotate the [MULTI] knob to select [TFT

[MULTI] knob. DIMMER] and then press the [MULTI] knob. 5. Rotate the [MULTI] knob to adjust the brightness. The following notations are also used in this manual:

This icon indicates cautions and alerts the user should be aware of. This icon indicates helpful notes, tips and information. 1 Table of Contents General Description ........................................4 Safety Precautions .........................................6 Accessories & Options ...................................8 Supplied Accessories ........................................ 8 Available options ............................................... 8 Installation and Interconnections ....................9 Antenna and FPS-101 Power Supply Connections ...................................................... 9 Microphone, Headphone, Key, Keyer and FH-2 Connections .................................... 10

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.......... 12 Rear Panel....................................................14 SSM-75G Microphone Switches...................16 Be sure to study this information to maximize the receiver performance of the high-class FTDX101MP shortwave transceiver. ..................................................17 Display Indications........................................18 Meter Display .................................................. 18 Filter Function Display ..................................... 19

bandwidth information ..................................... 19 Frequency Display ........................................... 19 Keyboard Frequency Entry .......................... 19 Tuning in 1 MHz or 1 kHz Steps .................. 19 Important Receiver Settings ............................ 20 ANT (Switching the Antenna) .......................... 20 ATT (Attenuator) .............................................. 20 IPO ................................................................. 20 R.FIL () .......................... 21 AGC (Automatic Gain Control) .......................... 21 Scope Display Setting ..................................... 22 CENTER ...................................................... 22 CURSOR ..................................................... 22 FIX ............................................................... 23 SPEED ........................................................ 25 PEAK ........................................................... 25 MARKER ..................................................... 25 COLOR ........................................................ 25 LEVEL ......................................................... 25 Other On-Screen Indications ........................... 27 Screen Saver ................................................... 28 Adjust contrast ................................................. 28 Adjusting the brightness .................................. 28

(Dimmer) ......................................................... 28 Font setting for ............................................... 28 frequency display ............................................ 28 Inputting the Call Sign ..................................... 28 2 Front Panel Controls & Switches ..................30 Adjusts the VOX GAIN ................................ 31 Adjusts the VOX Delay Time ....................... 31 Adjusts the VOX anti-trip sensitivity ............ 31 QMB Channel Storage ................................ 33 QMB Channel Recall ................................... 33

...................... 33 Changing the number of ............................. 33 QMB channels ............................................. 33 Mark the operation band ............................. 33 Quick Split Operation .................................. 35 Direct input of offset frequency .................... 35

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................................................. 37 Adjust transmit frequency to the offset frequency ........................................... 37

.................................................. 37 To offset the frequency with the

.......... 37 VC TUNE ......................................................... 38 Fine tune the tuning point ............................ 38 C.S (Custom Select) ........................................ 38 How to assign functions .............................. 38 MAIN/SUB ....................................................... 38 Switching the operation of the

[RF/SQL] knob ............................................. 40 MAIN Band Operation ..................................... 42 Adjusting the Noise Attenuation .................. 42 Reduces longer duration pulse noise .......... 42 Set the MULTI knob to NB level adjustment knob .......................................... 42 Adjust the GAIN of the CONTOUR Circuit .. 44 Sets the Bandwidth (Q) of the CONTOUR Circuit ....................................... 44 Voice Communications (SSB and AM) .........48 When transmitting in SSB or AM mode ........... 48 Speech Processor ........................................... 49 RF Power output control .................................. 49 Parametric Microphone Equalizer ................... 50 Setup the Parametric Microphone Equalizer .................................. 50 Activate the Parametric Microphone Equalizer .................................. 50 Voice Memory .................................................. 52 Recording Your Own Voice in Memory ........ 52 Checking the Recording .............................. 52 Transmitting the Recorded Message .......... 52 Adjustable Receiver Audio Filter ..................... 53 Using the Automatic Antenna Tuner ................ 54 ATU Operation ............................................. 54 CW Mode Operation .....................................56 Adjusting the Sidetone Audio level .............. 56 CW Delay Time Setting ............................... 56 CW Decode ..................................................... 57 CW Spotting (Zero-Beating) ............................ 57 Setting of the Electronic Keyer ........................ 58 Adjusting the Keyer Speed .......................... 58 Setting the Keyer Weight (Dot/Dash) Ratio . 58 Reversing the Keyer Polarity ....................... 58 Selecting the Keyer Operating Mode .......... 58 Contest Memory Keyer .................................... 59 Message Memory ........................................ 59 Storing a Message into Memory .................. 59 Message Memory Programming

(Using your Paddle) ..................................... 59 CHECKING THE CW MEMORY ................ 60 CONTENTS ................................................. 60 TEXT Memory ............................................. 61 Text Memory Storage .................................. 61 Text Message Programming ........................ 61 Checking the CW Memory Contents ........... 62 ON-THE-AIR CW Message PLAYBack ....... 62 FM Mode Operation......................................63 Repeater Operation ......................................... 63 Tone Squelch Operation .................................. 63 RTTY (FSK) Operation .................................64 Connecting to a Personal Computer ............... 64 Connecting to the TU (Terminal Unit) .............. 64 RTTY Decode .................................................. 65 RTTY Text Memory .......................................... 66 Text Message Programming on TFT Screen ................................................. 66 Text Message Programming on FH-2 Remote Controller .............................. 66 Text Input ..................................................... 66 On-The-Air RTTY Text Message Playback .. 66 DATA (PSK) Operation .................................67 Connecting to a Personal Computer ............... 67 Connecting to the Data Communications Device ............................................................. 67 PSK Decode .................................................... 68 PSK Text Memory ............................................ 69 Text Message Programming on TFT Screen ................................................. 69 Text Message Programming on FH-2 Remote Controller .............................. 69 Text Input ..................................................... 69 On-The-Air PSK Text Message Playback .... 69 Memory Operation ........................................70 Memory Storage .......................................... 70 Erasing Memory Channel Data ................... 70 Check Memory Channel Status ................... 71 Recall a Memory Channel other than the last used VFO frequency ....................... 71 Memory Tune Operation .............................. 71 Moving Memory Data to the ....................... 72 VFO register ................................................ 72 Labeling Memories ...................................... 72 Displaying the Memory Tag ......................... 72 Scan Skip Setting ........................................ 72 Memory Groups ............................................... 73 Choosing the Desired ..................................... 73 Memory Group ................................................ 73 VFO and Memory Scanning .........................74 VFO/Memory Scan .......................................... 74 Programmable Memory Scan (PMS) .............. 75 Other Functions ............................................76 Band Stack Operation ..................................... 76 TOT (Time Out Timer) ..................................... 76

[MULTI] knob Step Increment Setting.............. 76 Operation on Alaska Emergency Frequency:

5167.5 kHz (U.S. Version Only) ...................... 77 Screen capture ................................................ 77 Using the SD Card .......................................... 78 SD Cards that can be used ......................... 78 Installing the SD card .................................. 78 Removing the SD card ................................ 78 Formatting a SD card .................................. 78 Saving Memory data and Setting Menu data ................................................... 79 Reading Memory and Set Menu data .......... 80 Display the SD Card Information ................. 80 Setting Menu ................................................81 Using the Menu ............................................... 81 Resetting the Microprocessor .....................109 Optional Accessories ..................................110 FC-40 External Automatic Antenna Tuner

(for Wire Antenna) ......................................... 110 Interconnections to FTDX101MP .............. 110 Setup the FTDX101MP ..............................111 Optional FH-2 Control.................................112

.............................................113 General .......................................................... 113 Transmitter .................................................... 113 Receiver ........................................................ 114 Symbol placed on the equipment .................. 114 Index ...........................................................115 YAESU LIMITED WARRANTY ...................... 118 3 General Description

In addition to the narrow band SDR receiver that boasts awesome basic performance, the FTDX101MP

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ization of the spectrum of the entire band in real time. By adopting the hybrid SDR method, and utilizing the features of the direct sampling method, wide-view displays of the information in the entire band in real time, and improved performance of the entire receiv-

ing circuit with the narrow band SDR technology down conversion method are possible.

in the second stage. Further, the excellent dynamic range and IP3 characteristics optimize the processing of all signals ranging from faint to powerful.

In addition to the conventional waterfall display, a 3DSS (3 Dimensions Spectrum Stream) image method has been newly adopted. The 3DSS image uses the horizontal axis (X axis) for frequency, the vertical axis (Y axis) for signal intensity, and the Z axis for time. Compared to the conventional waterfall method, the signal strength is displayed in three dimensions as well as in color, recognition of changes in the band conditions is instant, convenient and intuitive. The 3DSS waterfall display has a choice of the mono display that displays only the MAIN frequency band;

or the dual display that illustrates both the MAIN and SUB frequency bands. The Hybrid Dual SDR Display presents two SDR outputs, narrow band SDR and direct sampling SDR, combined the same screen. Since the display color of each SDR output can be changed, the band re-

ceived by the narrow band SDR receiver can be viewed while also observing the condition of the entire band.

The FTDX101MP is equipped with a 7-inch full-color TFT display. Operating functions, including the re-

ceiving band noise and signal interference reduction tools, are graphically displayed. Even while involved in rigorous operations, such as DXpeditions and contests, the operator may instantly grasp the status of each function.

They are arranged independently for the MAIN Band and SUB Band respectively. In addition to the oper-

you grasp the operating status of WIDTH, SHIFT, NOTCH and CONTOUR at a glance, you can also view the status of the RF spectrum in the passband.

The newly developed VC tuning circuit drives a variable capacitor with a high-precision stepping motor and is comparable with a -Tuning mechanism, it achieves remarkable interference reduction character-

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tional preset method, which switches a coil and a capacitor with a relay, the high-precision stepping motor continuously follows the frequency inside the pass-band, there is no sense of discomfort as there is with

tuning point is possible.

high band

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lected or combined in series as is needed for various low-band, high-band, frequency and noise conditions. In addition, the IPO (Intercept Point Optimization) function maximizes the dynamic range and enhances

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casting stations, especially in the low bands, can be minimized. 4

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mit elimination of interfering signals The WIDTH feature allows the bandwidth to be narrowed by rotating the WIDTH knob. The SHIFT feature, can eliminate interference in one side of the passband. Often, weak signals disappear due to interfering signals (including pile-ups). The interfering signals may be extracted, leaving only the desired signal, be-

Rather than using the DSP extremely sharp attenuation characteristics, the CONTOUR circuit provides

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ments. The interfering signal can be naturally shaped without having part of the signal suddenly disrupted. The contour function is very effective in making the desired signal rise out of the interference.

The incorporated digital noise reduction circuit may be set to the optimal working algorithm by varying the 15 step parameters according to the noise type.

feature can instantly attenuate multiple heterodyne signals

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ly eliminate a narrow portion of the passband and remove the interfering signal. Moreover, when there are multiple interfering signals, the DSP DNF (Digital Notch Filter) Automatic Tracking System can be effec-

tive, even when an interfering frequency is changing.

Band keys are arranged in a row at the top above the main dial so that the operation status of the MAIN and SUB Bands can be checked at a glance. The band selected on the MAIN side is white, the band se-

lected on the SUB side is blue. The white and blue correspond to the colors of the MAIN and SUB Band Switches. When transmitting, the LED on the transmission band turns red. It is possible to instantly distinguish which band is transmitting and thus prevent erroneous operation. Additionally, when the band key is pressed and held, the LED lights up in orange, so you can use this to display a band connected with an antenna, display a band to be operated with a DXpedition, etc., or as a MEMO.

A large multi-functional ring, cut from high-grade aluminum is placed on the outside of the Main Dial. It is

may assign favorite functions to the MPVD that can then be operated with one touch. The ring can be used to adjust important functions without releasing your hand from the Main Dial. This feature can be a great convenience in the ever-changing shortwave radio communications.

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lent linearity, low distortion and high withstand voltage, and by optimizing the bias circuit for the optimal operating points, a high-quality and stable out put with low-distortion is realized. 5 Safety Precautions Note beforehand that the company shall not be liable for any damages suffered by the customer or third parties in using this product, or for any failures and faults that occur during the use or misuse of this prod-

uct, unless otherwise provided for under the law. Type and meaning of the marks death or serious injury. DANGER This mark indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in WARNING This mark indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in CAUTION This mark indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury or only property damage. death or serious injury. Type and meaning of symbols Prohibited actions that must not be attempted, in order to use this radio safely. For example, Precautions that must be adhered to in order to use this radio safely. For example, supply is to be disconnected. signifies that disassembly is prohibited. signifies that the power DANGER Do not use the device in regions or aircrafts and vehicles where its use is prohibited such as in hospitals and airplanes. This may exert an impact on electronic and med-

ical devices. Do not use this product while driving or riding a motorbike. This may result in accidents. Make sure to stop the car in a safe location first before use if the device is going to be used by the driver. Do not transmit in crowded places in consid-

eration of people who are fitted with medical devices such as heart pacemakers. Electromagnetic waves from the device may af-

fect the medical device, resulting in accidents caused by malfunctions. Never touch the antenna during transmission. This may result in injury, electric shock and equip-

ment failure. Do not operate the device when flammable gas is generated. Doing so may result in fire and explosion. When an alarm goes off with the external an-

this radio immediately and disconnect the ex-

ternal antenna from this radio. If not, this may result in fire, electric shock and equipment failure due to thunder. Do not touch any liquid leaking from the liquid display with your bare hands. There is a risk of chemical burns occurring when the liquid comes into contact with the skin or gets into the eyes. In this case, seek medical treat-

ment immediately. WARNING Do not use voltages other than the specified power supply voltage. Doing so may result in fire and electric shock. Do not transmit continuously for long periods of time. This may cause the temperature of the main body to rise and result in burns and failures due to overheating. Do not dismantle or modify the device. This may result in injury, electric shock and equip-

ment failure. Do not handle the power plug and connector etc. with wet hands. Also do not plug and un-

plug the power plug with wet hands. This may result in injury, liquid leak, electric shock and equipment failure. Do not use fuses other than those specified. Doing so may result in fire and equipment failure. When smoke or strange odors are emitted

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nect the power cord from the socket. This may result in fire, liquid leak, overheating, damage, ignition and equipment failure. Please contact our company customer support or the re-

tail store where you purchased the device. Keep the power plug pins and the surround-

ing areas clean at all times. This may result in fire, liquid leak, overheating, breakage, ignition etc. Disconnect the power cord and connection cables before incorporating items sold sepa-

rately and replacing the fuse. This may result in fire, electric shock and equip-

ment failure. Never cut off the fuse holder of the DC power cord. This may cause short-circuiting and result in igni-

tion and fire. 6 Do not allow metallic objects such as wires and water to get inside the product. This may result in fire, electric shock and equip-

ment failure. Do not place the device in areas that may get wet easily e.g. near a humidifier. This may result in fire, electric shock and equip-

ment failure.

care not to mix up the positive and negative polarities. This may result in fire, electric shock and equip-

ment failure. Do not use DC power cords other than the one enclosed or specified. This may result in fire, electric shock and equip-

ment failure.

power cord and connection cables in an un-

reasonable manner. This may cut or damage the cables and result in fire, electric shock and equipment failure. Do not pull the cable when plugging and un-

plugging the power cord and connection ca-

bles. Please hold the plug or connector when unplug-

ging. If not, this may result in fire, electric shock and equipment failure.

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phones at a loud volume. Continuous exposure to loud volumes may result in hearing impairment. Do not use the device when the power cord

when the DC power connector cannot be plugged in tightly. Please contact our company customer support or the retail store where you purchased the device as this may result in fire, electric shock and equip-

ment failure.

items sold separately and replacing the fuse. This may result in fire, electric shock and equip-

ment failure. Do not use the device when the alarm goes off. For safety reasons, please pull the power plug of the DC power equipment connected to the prod-

uct out of the AC socket. Never touch the antenna as well. This may result in fire, electric shock and equipment failure due to thunder. CAUTION Do not place this device near a heating instru-

ment or in a location exposed to direct sun-

light. This may result in deformation and discoloration. Do not place this device in a location where there is a lot of dust and humidity. Doing so may result in fire and equipment failure. Stay as far away from the antenna as possible during transmission. Long-term exposure to electromagnetic radiation may have a negative effect on the human body. Do not wipe the case using thinner and ben-

zene etc. Please use a soft and dry piece of cloth to wipe away the stains on the case. Keep out of the reach of small children. If not, this may result in injuries to children. Do not put heavy objects on top of the power cord and connection cables. This may damage the power cord and connection cables, resulting in fire and electric shock. Do not transmit near the television and radio. This may result in electromagnetic interference. Do not use optional products other than those specified by our company. If not, this may result in equipment failure. When using the device in a hybrid car or fu-

manufacturer before using. The device may not be able to receive transmis-

sions normally due to the influence of noises from the electrical devices (inverters etc.) fitted in the car. Do not turn on the volume too high when us-

ing a headphone or earphone. This may result in hearing impairment.

pull out the DC power cord connected to the DC power connector when the device is not going to be used for a long period of time. If not, this may result in fire and overheating. Do not throw or subject the device to strong impact forces. This may result in equipment failure. Do not the put this device near magnetic cards and video tapes. The data in the cash card and video tape etc. may be erased. Do not place the device on an unsteady or

is a lot of vibration. The device may fall over or drop, resulting in fire, injury and equipment failure.

place heavy objects on top or insert objects inside it. If not, this may result in equipment failure. Do not use a microphone other than those specified when connecting a microphone to the device. If not, this may result in equipment failure. 7

Options Supplied Accessories Hand Microphone SSM-75G RCA Plug 3.5 mm 3-contact Plug 6.3 mm 3-contact Plug

AC Cord

External Power Supply with Speaker FPS-101

Operation Manual

World Map

Sticker

Circuit Diagrams Available options

Hand Microphone (equivalent to the supplied microphone)

Reference Microphone

Dual Element Microphone

Ultra-High-Fidelity Desktop Microphone

Desktop Microphone

Lightweight Stereo Headphone

External Speaker

External Automatic Antenna Tuner

Remote Control Keypad

SSM-75G M-1 M-100 MD-200A8X MD-100A8X YH-77STA SP-101 FC-40 FH-2

Please contact YAESU for the following options.

VC-Tuning Unit (for SUB Band)

CW Narrow Filter (C/F: 9.005MHz, B/W: 300Hz, for MAIN Band) XF-128CN

CW Narrow Filter (C/F: 8.900MHz, B/W: 300Hz, for SUB Band) XF-129CN XF-128SN

SSB Narrow Filter (9.005MHz, B/W: 1.2kHz, for MAIN Band)

SSB Narrow Filter (8.900MHz, B/W: 1.2kHz, for SUB Band) XF-129SN VCT-101 8 Installation and Interconnections

Refer to the illustration for guidelines in connecting the antennas and the FPS-101 Power Supply. Connected to the AC line outlet Power Cable (supplied) To prevent damage from lightning, atmospheric electrical discharges, electric shock etc., provide a good earth ground. Use a short, thick, braided cable to connect the station equipment to the buried ground rod or alternate earth ground system.

Do not expose the transceiver to direct sunshine.

Do not expose the transceiver to dust or high humidity.

Ensure adequate ventilation around the transceiver, to prevent heat build-up and possible reduction of Installation guidelines

Do not install the transceiver in a mechanically-unstable location, or where objects may fall onto it from performance due over heating. above.

When installing the FTDX101MP and FPS-101, be careful not to forcibly bend or pull the power cable.

Do not place heavy objects on top of the power cable.

Do not use a power cable other than the one that is provided.

To minimize the possibility of interference to home entertainment devices, take all precautionary steps including separation of TV/FM antennas from Amateur transmitting antennas to the greatest extent pos-

sible. Keep the transmitting coaxial cables separated from cables connected to home entertainment de-

vices.

Make sure to turn the transceiver OFF and disconnect all cables before moving the FTDX101MP or FPS-101. Caution Be sure that both the transceiver Front Panel POWER switch and the FPS-101 Main Power switch are both turned OFF any time you plug or unplug the power cable to the FTDX101MP and FPS-101. This will avoid potentially damaging electrical spikes and electrical shock. When disconnecting the power cable, hold the connector, press the lock tab to release it and pull the plug from the connector. Pulling the power cable without releasing the lock may cause a failure. 9

MIC SW1 MIC GND

+5V SW2 FAST PTT GND

FH-2 ANT 1 ANT 2 EXT SPKR KEY REM METER EXT ALC RS-232C A B LINEAR ACC PTT

+13.8V TUNER GND Key-up voltage on the front key jack is approximately +3.3 V DC, and key-down current is approximately 1 mA. Key-up voltage on the rear key jack is approximately +5.0 V DC, and key-down current is approximately 3 mA. 10

Be sure that both the FTDX101MP and VL-1000 are turned OFF, and then follow the installation recommenda-

tions contained in the bellow illustration.

Do not attempt to connect or disconnect coaxial cables when your hands are wet. Coaxial Cable (50 ohm) Connect to INPUT 2 of the VL-1000 HF/50MHz Antenna ANT 1 1 T N A 2 T N A 3 T N A INPUT 2 ANT 1 ANT 2 EXT SPKR KEY REM METER EXT ALC RS-232C A B LINEAR ACC PTT

+13.8V TUNER GND DC IN GND LINEAR BAND-DATA 2 ALC 2 CT-178 Connection Cable (option) GND DC 48V IN VP-1000 CONTROL VL-1000 11

The TX GND OUT pin (pin 2) of the LINEAR jack is a transistor open collector circuit. It is capable of handling positive relay coil voltages up to +60VDC at 200 mA or +30 VDC at 1 A.

Linear Tx relay control line from the TX GND OUT line at the LINEAR jack. Do not exceed the maximum voltage or current ratings for the TX GND OUT pin (pin 2) of the LINEAR jack. This line is not compatible with negative DC voltages, or AC voltages of any magnitude. Antenna Cable (50 ohms) ANT 1 ANT 1 ANT 2 EXT SPKR KEY REM METER EXT ALC RS-232C A B LINEAR ACC PTT

+13.8V TUNER GND DC IN GND LINEAR D-sub 15 pin HF/50 MHz Antenna RF OUT RF IN GND GND EXT ALC TX GND Coaxial Cable (50 ohm) HF/50 MHz Antenna ANT 1 RF IN RF OUT ANT 1 ANT 2 EXT SPKR KEY REM METER EXT ALC RS-232C A B LINEAR ACC PTT

+13.8V TUNER GND DC IN GND TX GND EXT ALC GND 12 Note 13

ANT 1 ANT 2 EXT SPKR KEY REM METER EXT ALC RS-232C A B LINEAR ACC PTT

+13.8V TUNER GND

Connect the main antenna(s) here, using type-M

(PL-259) connectors and coaxial feed lines. The internal antenna tuner affects only the antenna(s) connected here, and only during transmission.

This 3.5-mm, 2-contact, jacks provide audio output for external loudspeakers. The impedances at the jacks are 4 - 8 Ohms, and the volume varies ac-

cording to the setting of the front panel [AF] knob. Inserting plugs into the jacks alters the inter-

Depending on the plugs connected to the jacks, the

varies. A MAIN and SUB audio B

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Internal Speaker

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MAIN audio SUB audio Connect to A only Connect to B only Connect to both A and B SUB audio MAIN audio

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SIGNAL GND 14 KEY This 1/4-inch 3-contact jack accepts a CW key or keyer paddle. A two-contact plug cannot be used in this jack. Key-up voltage is +5.0 V DC, and key-

down current is 3 mA. KEY GND KEY NC GND When connecting a single straight key DOT DASH COMMON DOT DASH COMMON When connecting an electronic keyer paddle

This 3.5-mm, 3-contact jack provides dual-channel low-level receiver output, for recording or external

The front panel [AF] knobs do not affect the signals at this jack (300 mVp-p at 10 k-ohms). AUDIO (SUB) AUDIO (MAIN) GND

By plugging the FH-2 Remote Control Keypad into this jack, direct access to the FTDX101MP CPU is provided for control functions of the contest memo-

ry keying, and also frequency and function control.

This 6-pin input/output jack accepts AFSK input from a Terminal Node Controller (TNC); it also pro-

vides fixed level receiver audio output, and FSK keying line. SQL DATA OUT SHIFT PTT GND DATA IN

This 3.5-mm jack is to connect an external meter. SIGNALSUB SIGNALMAIN GND

This RCA input jack accepts negative-going external ALC (Automatic Level Control) voltage from a linear

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er. Acceptable input voltage range is 0 to -4 VDC. USB Connecting to a computer from this jack with a commercially available USB cable allows remote control by CAT commands from the computer. The jack can also be used for input and output of audio signals and transmitter control. A USB driver is re-

quired for remote control from a computer. Down-

load the driver from the Yaesu website (http://www. yaesu.com).

This 9-pin serial DB-9 jack permits external computer control of the FTDX101MP. Connect a serial cable here and to the RS-232C COM port on your personal computer (no external interface is re-

quired). SERIAL IN SERIAL OUT N/A N/A GND N/A NC RTS CTS GND Use this terminal to connect the transceiver to a good earth ground, for safety and optimal perfor-

mance. Use a large diameter, short braided cable to make ground connections. DC IN Connect this 4-pin connector to the DC 13.8 V and DC 50 V Output Jack on the FPS-101 Power Supply, using the supplied DC Power Cord. This connector provides +13.8 V DC supply voltage and

the FTDX101MP. GND 50V 13.8V GND

This RCA jack provides output of the RF signal. For connecting an external receiver and the like.

This 15-pin output jack provides band selection data, which may be used for control of optional ac-

cessories such as the VL-1000 Solid-state Linear

ACC This 13-pin jack may be connected to an external device. Power ON GND DATA1 DATA2 CLOCK CS 3.3V 13.8V Reserve Reserve CNT RX CNT TX Reserve

This RCA jack outputs the receiver 9.005 MHz IF signal. This signal does not pass through the roof-

This RCA jacks center pin is closed to ground while the transceivers transmitter is engaged. The tran-

sistor open collector circuit used for this jack is ca-

pable of switching a DC voltage of 60 V at 200 mA, or DC 30 V at up to 1Amp. PTT This RCA input jack may be used to provide manu-

al transmitter activation using a foot switch or other switching device. Its function is identical to the

[MOX] key on the front panel. Open-circuit voltage is 5 VDC, and closed-circuit current is 3 mA.

This RCA jack provides output of the RF signal. For connecting an external receiver and the like.

This RCA output jack provides regulated, sepa-

rately fused 13.8 VDC at up to 200 mA, to power an external device such as a packet TNC. Make sure your device does not require more current (if it does, use a separate power source).

This 8-pin output jack is used for connection to the FC-40 External Automatic Antenna Tuner. RESET(BAND D) TX INH BAND C RX D (BAND B) GND TX GND

+13V OUT RX D (BAND A)

DVI-I connector for connecting an external monitor. When using an external monitor, set the setting menu item EXT DISPLAY (page 105) to ON. Connect a monitor that supports 800 x 480 resolution or 800 x 600 resolution.

This RCA jack outputs the receiver 8.900 MHz IF signal. This signal does not pass through the roof-

15 SSM-75G Microphone Switches MUTE P1 P2 P3 P4 MUTE Key While pressing the MUTE key, the receiver audio from the speaker will be muted. Microphone Speak into the microphone in a normal tone of voice with the microphone 5 cm away from the mouth.

Switches the operation to the MAIN band. It is the same function as the [MAIN] key on the front panel of the transceiver.

Switches the operation to the SUB band. It is the same function as the [SUB] key on the front panel of the transceiver. P3 key Switches transmission to the MAIN band. It is the same function as the MAIN band [TX] key on the front panel of the transceiver. P4 key Switches transmission to the SUB band. It is the same function as the SUB band [TX] key on the front panel of the transceiver. PTT Switch Switches Transmit/Receive. Press to transmit and release to receive. DWN / UP Key The [UP]/[DWN] keys may also be used to manual-

ly scan the frequency upward or downward.

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ing selection.

operation mode (default setting: see table below). Operating Mode CW / SSB / RTTY DATA-L / DATA-U / PSK AM / FM DATA-FM UP

+10Hz

[+100Hz]

+5kHz

[+50kHz]

DWN

-10Hz

[-100Hz]

-5kHz

[-50kHz]

Numbers in parentheses indicate steps when the [FAST]

key is On.

setting menu. Operating Mode SSB / CW RTTY / PSK DATA-L DATA-U AM FM DATA-FM 16 Memu Item Step SSB/CW DIAL STEP

(page 103) 5/10 (Hz) AM CH STEP

(page 103) FM CH STEP

(page 103) 2.5/5/9/10/

12.5/25 (kHz) 5/6.25/10/

12.5/20/25

(kHz) Be sure to study this information to maximize the receiver performance of the high-class

functions that affect receiver performance. Antenna Selector ATT VC-Tune BPF Narrow Band SDR RF AMP Mixer Local Roofing Filter A/D SDR DSP D/A AMP Speaker w o l f l i a n g s d e v i e c e R

VC-Tune can attenuate interfering signals directly at the receiving frequency. VC-Tune can be turned ON to attenuate the strong jam-

ming signals that cannot be removed even with the BPF. If there is no disturbing signal, turn it OFF. Operation is performed with the outside MPVD ring of the Main Dial.

BPF is selected automatically. When a frequency band is selected on the front panel, the BPF (Band Pass Filter) for that band is auto-

matically connected to the antenna circuit.

Roofing filters attenuate strong signals that are outside of the de-

sired passband after converting to the 9MHz IF. The roofing filter can attenuate unwanted frequency components.

Use DSP interference removal functions DSP interference removal functions include IF SHIFT, IF WIDTH, IF NOTCH, APF, CONTOUR, and DNR. Use these functions to adjust for comfortable reception while listen-

ing to the received audio.

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low frequency cut or emphasis. 17 Display Indications Meter Display S-Meter

(MAIN band) Display setting keys Meter Operations during Transmission S-Meter

(SUB band) Meter & Filter images Frequency area Function settings Spectrum Scope Display setting keys Final transistor temperature Speech compressor level RF power Output Relative ALC voltage Final amplifier drain voltage Final amplifier drain current Standing Wave Ratio Meter operation during transmit When the meter display screen is touched, the transmit meter selection screen is shown (the default default setting is PO on the left and ALC on the right). AMC gain control display

(Displays compression level during speech processor operation) Make adjustments with the [PROC / PITCH] control. Relative ALC voltage RF power Output Final transistor temperature LEFT METER RIGHT METER POPOPO COMP TEMP ALCALCALC ID VDD SWR Final amplifier drain voltage Standing Wave Ratio Final amplifier drain current 18

can be observed. The current roofing filter bandwidth is displayed as

function display.

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ed by touching [R. FIL]. PSK/DATA Mode RTTY Mode SSB Mode CW Mode DSP filter bandwidth Roofing filter bandwidth

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turn to the normal display.

spectrum view. To display it, press and hold again.

The transmit and receive frequencies of the MAIN Band are shown on the left and the transmit and receive frequencies of the SUB Band are shown on the right. In split operation, the transmit frequency is displayed in red.

1. Touch the Hz area of the frequency display.

To temporarily set the dial knob to 1MHz or 1kHz steps, touch the MHz or kHz area of the fre-

quency display. 2. Enter the frequency using the numeric keys. Erases the rightmost digit. The entered frequency is confirmed. The display returns to the previous screen when back is touched. Clear all entered numbers.

the input will be canceled. Touch MHz or kHz area of the frequency dis-

play to confirm. If there is no operation within 3

Touch the Frequency Display of the inactive band to change the Operating Band with one touch.

Touch the Scope Screen, to easily move to the touched frequency. 3.

press the [ENT] key after the last non-zero digit. Example:

To enter 7.00.000MHz

To enter 7.03.000MHz

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The status of various operations that are important during receive, are shown at the bottom of the display. To change a setting, touch the appropriate location on the display. Important setting items when receiving IPO The IPO (Intercept Point Optimization) function

to accommodate the connected antenna and the received signal conditions. IPO can be selected from three operating conditions.

One stage RF amplifier is connected. This is a well-balanced operation of re-

ceiver sensitivity and characteristics (Ap-

proximately 10 dB gain). IPO:

Two RF amplifiers are connected in se-

ries to give top priority to sensitivity (Ap-

proximately 20 dB gain). The received signal is input to the IF mix-

er without passing through the RF ampli-

fier. This can greatly improve receiving, especially in the harsh low band signal environment. After touching [IPO], touch the desired operating condition. band.

IPO is set independently for each operation

Normally, select AMP1.

The IPO can not only attenuate the input sig-

nal but also improve the intermodulation char-

acteristics. It is most effective to operate the

still too strong. The noise level can be attenu-

ated and S/N greatly improved.

The currently used antenna terminal number

(ANT 1 ANT 2 ANT 3 / RX) is displayed. After touching ANT, touch the desired number. The antenna can be set separately for each oper-

ation band. The antenna terminal ANT 3 / RX can be set to Receive Only (Set Menu: ANT 3 SELECT page 97).

Displays the current ATT (Amount of receive input signal attenuation). When the desired signal is extremely strong or the noise level is high on a low frequency band, activate the attenuator to reduce the incoming signal or noise from the antenna. After touching [ATT], touch the desired attenua-

tion amount. The attenuator is set independently for each op-

eration band. OFF 6dB 12dB 18dB Attenuator is Off The incoming signal power is reduced by 6dB (Signal voltage reduced to 1/2) The incoming signal power is reduced by 12dB (Signal voltage reduced to 1/4) The incoming signal power is reduced by 18dB (Signal voltage reduced to 1/8)

If the noise level is high or the received signal is extremely strong, the incoming signal level can be suppressed with the IPO/ATT settings. If the S-meter fluctuates S-3 or more in the noise level, or the received signal is extremely strong and it causes a high S-meter indication

(+20dB or more), activate the attenuator.

Since IPO does not only attenuate the incom-

ing signal, but also improves the cross mod-

ulation characteristic, try to activate the IPO first. If the signal is still strong, also use the ATT. In this way, you can attenuate the incom-

ing signal and noise effectively. 20

Displays the bandwidth of the currently selected

Switches the crystal roofing filters of 300Hz, 600Hz, 1.2kHz*, 3kHz, and 12 kHz that are in-

stalled in this transceiver. Normally, filters are automatically switched de-

may be changed according to the conditions or

operation band.

If the optional 1.2kHz filter is not installed, 1.2kHz will not be displayed.

Automatic Gain Control Displays the currently selected AGC setting. The AGC system is designed to help compen-

sate for fading and other propagation effects. The AGC characteristics can be individually set for each operating mode. The basic objective of AGC is to maintain a constant audio output level once a certain minimum threshold of signal strength is achieved. After touching [AGC], touch the desired time con-

stant.

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mum receiver-recovery time for the reception mode. Operating Mode AUTO AGC Selection SSB / AM CW / FM / DATA-FM RTTY / PSK DATA-L / DATA-U SLOW FAST MID Normally, AGC is set to AUTO, which auto-

matically selects the time constant according to the received signal type, but when receiving a weak signal or when there is noise and fading, the AGC action may be changed according to the reception condition at that time. Change the time constant to make received signals most audible Several aspects of AGC performance may be configured via the Menu. However, because AGC can have such a profound impact on over-

all receiver performance, we generally do not recommend any changes to the AGC Menu se-

lections until you are thoroughly familiar with the performance of the FTDX101MP. 21 Scope Display Setting In addition to the conventional two-dimensional waterfall spectrum display, Yaesu has added the 3-Dimen-

sion Spectrum Stream (3DSS) color display. The constantly changing band conditions and signals are de-

picted in real time and color. The frequency span is shown on the horizontal X axis, the vertical Y axis de-

picts the signals and their strengths, and the time is represented on the receding Z axis. The FTDX101MP operator can intuitively grasp the band and signal conditions at any instant. When VC Tune operates, the steep attenuation characteristics of VC Tune may cause some signals in the spectrum scope to be attenuated and disappear, or the screen may not look uniform, but this is not a malfunc-

tion.

Switches the Spectrum Scope operation each time the key is touched.

When the display area is touched, the receive frequency is moved to that point.

In CENTER mode, the frequency touched becomes the center.

In CURSOR and FIX mode, the marker and the receive frequency move to the touched position.

Press and hold the [FAST] key in the CENTER and CURSOR modes, the Hz digit of the receive frequency

Press and hold the [FAST] key in FIX mode, the receive frequency returns to the start frequency of the dis-

will be 0. play area.

The receive frequency is always shown at the cen-

ter of the screen and spectrum display. The band spectrum is shown within the range set by SPAN. The CENTER mode is convenient for monitoring the situation around the operating frequency.

Monitors the spectrum within the range set with SPAN. When the frequency (marker) exceeds the upper limit or the lower limit of the range, the screen is automatically scrolled and the status out-

side the setting range can be observed. MAIN or SUB Marker*

Current display mode (CENTER) Sweep Speed Scope Screen frequency span (display range).

*: At factory shipment, marker display is ON. 22 MAIN or SUB The lower limit frequency of the display area. Marker* (Receive Frequency) Marker* (Transmit Frequency) Current display mode (CURSOR) Sweep Speed Scope Screen frequency span (display range). The upper limit frequency of the display area.

*: At factory shipment, marker display is ON.

To use Fixed Mode, enter the start frequency of the scope. 3DSS Switch between the 3DSS display and the waterfall display. The display will change each time it is touched:

To adjust the level of the SUB band, press the [SUB] key to make the operation band a SUB band. MAIN or SUB Display area start frequency Marker* (Reception Frequency) Current display mode (FIX) Sweep Speed Scope Screen frequency span (display range). The upper limit frequency of the display area.

*: At factory shipment, marker display is ON. FIX is displayed at the top of the scope screen. Press and hold [FIX] while FIX is displayed, the fre-

quency input screen will be displayed, and the start frequency can be entered:

Example:

To enter 7.000.000 MHz

To enter 7.030.000 MHz

In FIX mode, If the [FAST] key is held, the receiver returns to the start frequency. SPAN Set the frequency span (display range) of the scope screen. After touching, select the desired span. The display level changes when SPAN is changed, so reset the optimum display level with [LEVEL] each time. 3DSS type Waterfall type Each time the Waterfall Display is touched, the size of the display changes as follows.

Touch to switch the display to Mono and show only the MAIN band. Touch again to display both MAIN and SUB Bands. Dual Mono 23 MULTI In addition to the scope display, the oscilloscope and AF-FFT are also presented. Touch again to return to the original screen. Touch this area to set the attenuator. Touch this area to set the level and sweep speed.

The display area of the scope screen may be ex-

panded vertically. Touch to expand the display. Touch again to return to the original. HOLD Temporarily stops the operation of the Scope Dis-

play and the Filter Function Display. Touch the dis-

play to enter HOLD state, touch it again to restore Scope operation.

DISP Each time the key is pressed, the Scope Screen Display changes as shown below. Press the [SUB] key to adjust the SUB band refer-

ence level. Normal Display Only MAIN or SUB will be displayed

Upper side: SUB, Lower side: MAIN

Left side: MAIN, Right side: SUB

Larger View Left side: MAIN, Right side: SUB 24 S.MENU On the SCOPE MENU screen, enter settings related to the Scope Display. Press the [S.MENU] key to display the SCOPE MENU screen. Touch the desired item to set. SCOPE MENU display MULTI knob Operation display MULTI knob S.MENU key

Fast Slow

sweep speed Normal

sweep speed SPEED Sets the Scope Display sweep speed. After touch-

ing, select the desired speed.

: sweep speed

:

:

PEAK The color density may be adjusted to the level of the signal. Touch PEAK and then select the desired color concentration.

: Thin

: Normal

: Dark

Displays markers that indicates the position of the current receive and the transmit frequencies in the spectrum. Normally leave it ON. Receive Frequency Transmit Frequency

Touch COLOR and select the desired color from the Display Color selection panel. The screen panel will disappear automatically after about 3 seconds. The color to be displayed for the Direct Sam-

pling SDR, and for the Narrow Band SDR can be changed on the Color Selection Panel. 1. Press the [S.MENU] key to display the SCOPE 2. Touch [COLOR]. 3. Touch the desired color from the selections on MENU. the screen. Overall setting area Narrow band SDR setting area

Adjust the level to make it easier to distinguish between the desired signal and noise. The display level changes depending on antenna gain, condition, frequency band, SPAN and so on. Always adjust the LEVEL for the best image on the screen. Touch LEVEL, and then turn the [MULTI] knob to select the desired level.

On the 3DSS screen, weak signals may be more easily observed by adjusting the LEVEL so that the noise level can be seen only a lit-

tle, so always adjust the LEVEL and use it at the optimum position.

Be sure to make adjustments when changing bands or changing SPAN.

If the level is changed, the signal strength also appears to change, but it does not affect the actual signal input level. To change the color of the Narrow Band SDR, touch and desired color block. Favorite color combinations can be registered in the menu by pressing and holding M-1, M-2 or M-3. Even when the color is not changed, the Narrow Band SDR information is displayed. 25

Press the [FUNC] key to call up the function screen for setting various functions. The setting menu (page 88) is also called from the function screen. Press again to return to the normal operation screen. Touch a MENU item, or rotate the [MULTI] control knob to make a selection. MULTI knob FUNC key Operation of the Display MULTI Knob

[MULTI] displays the operation of the [MULTI] knob. Normally, it is recommended to adjust the level of the spectrum scope as the [LEVEL] knob control of [S.MENU]. The last function used is stored in the [MULTI] control, it can easily set by operating the [MULTI] control. Operation of the MULTI knob The following settings and operations can be performed with the [MULTI] control. MULTI knob

: Transmit power setting

: Monitor level adjustment

: DNR level setting

: Noise blanker level setting

:

VOX gain setting

: VOX delay setting

:

Anti-VOX Settings STEP DIAL: Frequency change at predetermined MEM CH:

:

frequency step Memory channel selection Memory group selection

Set Scope Sweep Speed. Adjust the Peak Signal Color Density. SPEED*:

PEAK*:

: ON/OFF Marker indicates the transmit and receive frequency position within the Scope Display image.

: Changes the scope display color.

:

Adjust the reference level to make it eas-

ier to distinguish the scope display target signal from the noise.

*These items may be called up by pressing the

[S.MENU] key. 26 Other On-Screen Indications BUSY:

:

+:

-:

Lights up while receiving a signal. Lights up during transmission. Lights in plus shift (repeater operation). Lights in negative shift (repeater opera-

tion). Lights when the tone encoder is operat-

ing. Lights during tone squelch operation. TSQ:

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ENC:

tion.

+ xxx Hz /-xxx Hz:

:

A warning display to indicate an antenna system error. Lights in VFO mode.

:

M-xx:

MT:

QMB:

PMS:

EMG:

Displays the selected channel number in memory mode. Lights up during memory tuning opera-

tion. Lights up during operation with quick memory. Lights up during programmable memory scan operation. Emergency call set frequency call lights up.

:

Displays the selected radio emission type.

FTDX101MP utilizes a TFT liquid-crystal display. Although TFT liquid-crystal displays are made using very precise technology, they are prone to develop dead pixels (dark dot) or pixels that are always on (bright dot). Please understand that such phenomena do not constitute product defects or malfunctions. Rather, this phenomena occurs due to limitations in the manufacturing technology with respect to TFT liquid-crystal dis-

plays.

Depending on the viewing angle, unevenness in color or brightness may occur. Please note that any unevenness observed is inherent to the construction of TFT liquid crystal displays and there-

fore does not constitute a product defect or malfunction.

If your TFT liquid-crystal display becomes dirty, please use a dry soft cloth or tissue to wipe the display clean. Use of glass cleaner, household cleaners, organic solvents, alcohol, abrasives, and/or like substance may damage the TFT liquid-crystal display. 27 Screen Saver A Screensaver, to prevent burning of the TFT screen will operate after a set time, if no trans-

ceiver function is operated. 1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2.

[SCREEN SAVER]. 3. Select the time until the screen saver is em-

ployed (default setting is 60 min).

Screensaver is not employed. Screensaver activates after 15 minutes. Screensaver activates after 30 minutes Screensaver activates after 60 minutes 4. Press the [FUNC] key to save the new setting and exit the Setting Menu. 5. Press the [FUNC] key to exit to normal operation. Adjust contrast Adjust the contrast of the TFT display. 1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2. 3. Turn the [MULTI] knob to adjust the contrast

[TFT CONTRAST].

(default setting is 10). 4. Press the [FUNC] key to save the new setting and exit the Setting Menu. 5. Press the [FUNC] key to exit to normal operation. Adjusting the brightness

Adjust the brightness of the TFT display and LED indicators. 1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2. 3. Select the item whose brightness you want to adjust. ness.

Display (default 15) LED indicators (default 10) 4. Turn the [MULTI] knob and adjust the bright-

5. Press the [FUNC] key to save the new setting and exit the Setting Menu. 6. Press the [FUNC] key to exit to normal operation. 28

frequency display The height of the frequency display can be varied. BOLD (Default) LIGHT 1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2.

[FREQ STYLE]. 3. Select LIGHT or BOLD. 4. Press the [FUNC] key to save the new setting and exit the Setting Menu. 5. Press the [FUNC] key to exit to normal operation. Inputting the Call Sign Registered call signs names, and characters can be displayed on the opening screen when the power is turned ON. 1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2.

[MY CALL]. 3. Touch a character key. The touched character will be displayed at the top of the screen. En-

ter each character of your call sign. Up to 12 characters (letters, numbers, and symbols) can be entered. Caps The input switches between lower and upper-case letters each time this symbol is touched. One character to the left of the cursor is erased when this symbol is touched. BACK The display returns to the previous screen when this symbol is touched.

/

right when these symbols are touched. Space Insert space ENT

the display returns to the previous screen when this symbol is touched. 4. Touch [ENT] . 5. Press the [FUNC] key to save the new setting and exit the Setting Menu. 6. Press the [FUNC] key to exit to normal operation. Note 29

Refer to the Scope display setting

(page 18). PHONES Jack

jack. Inserting a headphone plug into this jack will deacti-

vate the internal and external speakers. When wearing headphones, we recommend that you turn the AF Gain levels down to their lowest settings before turning power ON, to minimize the impact on your hearing caused by audio pops during switch-on. AUDIO (SUB) AUDIO (MAIN) GND MIC This 8-pin jack accepts input from a microphone uti-

lizing the traditional YAESU HF transceiver pinout. MIC SW1 MIC GND

+5V SW2 FAST PTT GND

Press and hold this switch for one second to turn the transceiver ON or OFF. USB Jack Connect a USB A type keyboard or mouse. They can be used to select items on the screen or to en-

ter characters. KEY Connect a telegraph key or electronic keyer paddle to use for CW mode operation. When connecting a key or other device to the KEY jack, use only a 3-contact (ste-

reo) 3.5 mm phone plug; a 2-contact plug will place a short between the ring and the

(grounded) shaft of the plug, resulting in a constant key-down condition. DOT DASH COMMON DOT DASH COMMON KEY GND KEY NC GND Key-up voltage is approximately +3.3 V DC, and key-down current is approximately 1 mA. 30 TUNE This is the ON/OFF switch for the FTDX101MP Au-

tomatic Antenna Tuner.

the antenna tuner. Press the [TUNE] key for about 1 second to start automatic tuning. Since the transceiver transmits automati-

cally during automatic tuning, make sure to connect an antenna or dummy load before tuning up. When the antenna or dummy load does not match the impedance, HI-SWR will appear on the touch panel.

This key enables automatic voice-actuated trans-

mitter switching. While VOX is activated, the LED inside this key glows orange. 1. Press the [VOX] key. VOX feature is activated 2. Without pressing the PTT switch, speak into the microphone in a normal voice level. When you start speaking, the transmitter should be activat-

ed automatically. When you finish speaking, the transceiver should return to the receive mode (after a short delay).

Pressing this key engages the PTT (Push to Talk) circuit to activate the transmitter. ZIN/SPOT ZIN Press the [SELECT] switch momentarily to adjust the receiving frequency and zero-in automatically while receiving a CW signal. SPOT While pressing and holding [SPOT], the tone is output from the speaker. This tone corresponds to the pitch of your transmitted signal. If you adjust the receiver frequency until the pitch of the received CW signal matches that of the Spot tone, the trans-

mitted signal will be precisely matched to that of the other station. SD memory card slot You can use the commercially available SD memo-

ry card to save various settings, save the memory

uct.

The SD card is not provided with the prod-

Not all SD cards sold commercially are guaranteed to work with this transceiver. To cancel VOX and return to PTT operation, press the [VOX] key once more.

Adjusts the The VOX Gain may be adjusted to prevent unin-

tended transmitter activation in a noisy environ-

ment. To adjust the VOX Gain:

1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2. Touch [VOX GAIN] . 3. While speaking into the microphone, rotate the

[MULTI] knob to the point where the transmitter is quickly activated by your voice, without back-

ground noise causing the transmitter to activate.

Adjusts the The Hang-Time of the VOX system (the trans-

mit-receive delay after the cessation of speech) may also be adjusted. To set a different delay time:

1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2. Touch [VOX DELAY] . 3. Rotate the [MULTI] knob while saying a brief syl-

lable like Ah and listening to the hang time for the desired delay.

Adjusts the The Anti-Trip setting sets the negative feedback of receiver audio to the microphone, to prevent re-

ceiver audio from activating the transmitter (via the microphone). 1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2. Touch [ANTI VOX] . 3. Rotate the [MULTI] knob to prevent receiver au-

dio from activating the transmitter (via the micro-

phone). 31

Pressing this key will change the tuning of the MAIN Dial knob and [MULTI] knob (When STEP DIAL function is assigned) to a higher step rate. In Spectrum Scope FIX mode, a long press makes the receiver frequency the start fre-

quency with one touch. When FINE TUNING is activated, the amount of frequency change of the Main dial does not become a higher step rate. LOCK This key toggles the ON/OFF lock for the MAIN Dial knob. When Lock is ON, the MAIN Dial knob can still be turned, but the frequency will not change, and MAIN LOCK appears in the frequency dis-

play.

In the SSB, CW, RTTY, PSK, DATA-L or DATA-U mode, the frequency can be adjusted in 1 Hz steps.

in 10 Hz steps. 1. Press the [FINE TUNING] key. 2. Rotate the MAIN dial knob. While FINE TUNING is operating, the MAIN dial frequency change will not be 10 times faster, even if the FAST function is activated. MAIN dial The MAIN dial sets the operating frequency. Rotate the MAIN dial knob to tune within the band, and begin normal operation.

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ing selection.

operation mode (default setting: see table below). Operating Mode LSB / USB / CW DATA-L / DATA-U

10 Hz*

(100 Hz) 5 kHz

(50 kHz) RTTY / PSK AM / FM DATA-FM 100 Hz

(1 kHz) 50 kHz

(500 kHz) Numbers in parentheses indicate steps when the [FAST]

key is On.

*This setting may be changed to 5 Hz in Setting Menu. SSB/CW mode SSB/CW DIAL STEP (page 103)

RTTY/PSK DIAL STEP (page 103) Adjusting the Main tuning DIAL torque The torque (drag) of the Main DIAL knob may be adjusted for operating preferences. Slide the lever on the bottom side of the transceiv-

er clockwise to reduce the drag, or count-

er-clockwise to increase the drag. 32

The current operation status can be stored in a dedicated memory channel (QMB: Quick Memory Bank) with one touch.

QMB Channel Storage The current operation state can be memorized in a dedicated memory channel (QMB: Quick Memory Bank) with one touch. The initial number is 5 QMB memories, but this can be increased to 10 channels.

You can display the contents memorized in QMB on the screen to check the data. 1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2. Touch QMB LIST, the QMB list will be dis-

played. band. 1. Tune to the desired frequency on the MAIN 2. Press and hold the [QMB] key. The beep will

written to the currently available QMB memory.

Repeated pressing and holding of the

[QMB] key will write the VFO contents to successive QMB memories.

Once all five (or ten) QMB memories have data on them, previous data will be

1. Press the [QMB] key. The current QMB channel data will be shown on the frequency display area. The VFO or Memory Channel number will be replaced by QMB. 2. Repeatedly pressing the [QMB] key will step through the QMB channels:

3. Press the [V/M] key to return to the VFO mode. On the list display screen, select the channel you want to delete, and then touch DELETE to clear the selected QMB.

Changing the number of QMB channels The QMB channels can be changed from 5 chan-

nels or 10 channels. 1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2. Select [OPERATION SETTINGGENERAL]

3. Select 5ch or 10ch. 4. Press the [FUNC] key to save the new setting and exit the Setting Menu. 5. Press the [FUNC] key to exit to normal operation.

Press the BAND key corresponding to the Amateur band that you wish to operate. The Indicator of the MAIN band lights White, and the SUB band lights Blue. During transmit the indicator will light in Red to designate which band is transmitting. Example: Setting the MAIN band to 7 MHz, and setting the SUB band to 21MHz. Lights Blue When operating in SUB band Lights Blue When selected for SUB band operation Lights White When selected for MAIN band operation Lights White When operating in MAIN band

Mark the operation band Press and hold the desired band key, the orange Band Indicator will light. Press and hold the key again to turn the Indicator OFF. Lights in orange

The Band Indicator may be used to designate a connected antenna, a DXpedition, or con-

test operation band. Use it instead of MEMO.

More than one band may be marked at the same time. 33 MODE/SSB/CW Switch the operating mode. Press and hold the [MODE] key, then touch the de-

sired operating mode.

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ating mode. Pressing the [SSB]/[CW] key repeatedly will toggle to the alternate mode. In the LSB or USB mode, pressing the [SSB] key toggles between LSB and USB mode. In the CW-L or CW-U mode, pressing the [CW] key toggles between CW-L and CW-U mode.

[SSB] key

[CW] key

When changing modes from SSB to CW, the display frequency will shift on the dis- play, even though the actual tone that is heard does not change. This shift represents the BFO offset between the zero beat frequency and the audible CW pitch (tone). The pitch is programmed via Menu item CW FREQ DISPLAY page 94). BK-IN This key turns the CW break-in capability ON or OFF. While CW break-in is activated, the LED in-

side this key glows orange. 34 MONI Use the Monitor feature to listen to the quality of your transmitted signal. While activated, the LED inside this key glows orange. 1. Press the [MONI] key. Monitor feature is activated. When transmitting, the audio (side tone when in CW operation) is heard from the speaker. 2. Press and hold the [MONI] key and adjust the Monitor level with the [MULTI] knob. Transmit audio monitor is not activate in the FM, DATA-FM and D-FM-N modes.

instead of headphones, excessive advancement of the Monitor level can cause feedback to occur. Additionally, this feedback can cause the VOX system to hang up in a loop, making it impossible to return to receive. Therefore, we recommend the use of headphones, if at all possible, or the minimum usable setting of the Monitor level, if the speaker must be used. 3. To switch the Monitor OFF again, press the

[MONI] key once more.

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mitter IF signal, it can be very useful for checking the adjustment of the Speech Processor or Para-

metric Equalizer on SSB, and for checking the general signal quality on AM. SYNC Change the frequency of the MAIN band with the MAIN dial, the frequency of the SUB band also changes in the same step. If you press and hold for a while, the SUB band frequency will be the same as the MAIN band. When this key is pressed and held, the frequency of the SUB band becomes the same frequency as the MAIN band. SPLIT A powerful capability of the FTDX101MP is its flexibility in Split Frequency operation using the MAIN band and SUB band frequency registers. This makes the FTDX101MP especially useful for high-level DX-peditions. The Split operation capa-

bility is very advanced and easy to use. 1. Set the MAIN band frequency to the desired receive frequency. 2. Press the [SUB] key. 3. Set the SUB band frequency to the desired transmit frequency. 4. Press the [MAIN] key, then press the [SPLIT]

key. The LED indicators will appear as shown below:

SPLIT key Green Red Green During Split operation, the MAIN band register will be used for reception, while the SUB band regis-

ter will be used for transmission. If you press the

[SPLIT] key once more, Split operation will be can-

celled.

SUB]

key will reverse the contents of MAIN band and SUB band. Press the [MAINSUB] key once more to return to the original frequency settings.

to different bands or operation modes.

band, if you press this, the transmission frequen-

cy will be the frequency of the SUB band and the frequency of the SUB band and the SUB band frequency display will be red. Press and hold to increase the SUB band transmis-

sion frequency by 5 kHz.

The [SYNC] key can move the frequencies of the MAIN band and SUB band simultaneously. Press and hold to adjust the SUB band frequency to the MAIN band frequency.

Quick Split Operation The Quick Split feature allows setting a one-touch offset of +5 kHz as compared to the MAIN band fre-

quency, to be applied to the transceiver SUB band

(transmit) frequency. 1. Start with regular transceiver operation on the MAIN band. 2. Press and hold the [SPLIT] key to engage the Quick Split feature, which applies a frequency 5 kHz above the MAIN band frequency to the SUB band frequency register. 3. Press and hold in the [SPLIT] key to increment the SUB band frequency another +5 kHz.

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grammed via the Menu and is set to +5 kHz at the factory.

menu item [QUICK SPLIT FREQ] (page 98).

Direct input of offset frequency The offset can be set to a frequency other than 5 kHz with the on-screen keyboard. 1. Set the MAIN band frequency to the desired receive frequency. 2. Press the [FUNC] key. 3.

4. Select ON. 5. Press the [FUNC] key to save the new setting and exit the Setting Menu. 6. Press the [FUNC] key to exit to normal operation. 7. Press and hold the [SPLIT] key. 8. Enter the offset frequency with the keyboard on the screen, then touch [kHz].

kHz to +20 kHz. 35

Select). The function of the MPVD ring can be changed simply by pressing the key below. Change the function of the MPVD ring CLAR (Clarifier) VC TUNE VC TUNE Operation key C.S (Costom Select key) MAIN/SUB MPVD ring

Adjusts the tuning point when the VC tune function is activated. 11 types of functions can be assigned in advance.

VC TUNE:

C.S:

MAIN / SUB: Operates as a dial to set the frequency of the SUB band when the operation band is the MAIN band, and as the frequency of the MAIN band when the operation band is the SUB band. 36

of this transceiver to match the other station trans-

mit frequency and improve the audio; or to shift the transmit frequency of this station when the transmit frequency of the contact station is shifted. When the [CLAR] key is pressed, the MPVD multi-

on the TFT display. Turning the MPVD ring changes the clarifier offset frequency. When the [CLAR RX] or the [CLAR TX] key is pressed, the display changes from gray to red and

[CLAR TX] key again.

If the transmit frequency of the contact station is deviated, this receiver frequency can be changed leaving this transmit frequency unchanged. 1. Press the [CLAR] key on the top left of the MPVD ring to light the indicator. 2. Press the [CLAR RX] key. 3. Rotate the MPVD ring to change only the receive frequency. When the receive frequency is offset by +20 Hz.

The CLAR RX will appear in the display, and the programmed offset will be applied to the receive frequency.

Offsets of up to 9990 Hz may be set us-

4. To cancel Clarifier operation, press the [CLAR RX] key.

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set amount is set. To clear out the programmed clarifier offset alto-

gether, and reset it to zero, press and hold the

[CLAR RX], [CLAR TX] or [CLAR] key.

Adjust transmit frequency to the offset frequency After changing the receiver frequency with RX

same frequency as the receiver. 1. After offsetting the receiver frequency, press the

[CLAR TX] key. The transmit frequency becomes the same as the receive frequency.

TRX. 2. Press the [CLAR TX] key again, only the recep-

tion frequency returns to the offset state.

RX.

The transmit frequency can be changed without moving the receive frequency of the transceiver.

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ceive frequency and compensate for the deviation of the transmission frequency of the contact station, however alternatively, only the transmit frequency can be moved without changing the transmitter. When responding to an operator that is called by a large number of stations such as in a contest, etc., the response rate may increase if the transmit fre-

quency is moved slightly. 1. Press the [CLAR] key on the top left of the MPVD ring to light the indicator. 2. Press the [CLAR TX] key. 3. Rotate the MPVD ring to change only the trans-

mit frequency.

The CLAR TX will appear in the display, and the programmed offset will be applied to the transmit frequency.

Offsets of up to 9990 Hz may be set us-

4. To cancel Clarifier operation, press the

[CLAR TX] key. To clear out the programmed clarifier offset alto-

gether, and reset it to zero, press and hold the

[CLAR RX], [CLAR TX] or [CLAR] key.

To offset the frequency with the

When the transmit frequency is offset with the TX

the TX frequency offset from the receive frequency. After offsetting the transmit frequency, press the

[CLAR RX] key. The CLAR TX display changes to CLAR TRX and the receive frequency becomes the same as the transmit frequency. 37

The VC tuning circuit drives the variable capacitor in the receiver RF front end with a high precision stepping motor, and effectively attenuates the strong intruding signals that are particularly prob-

lematic in the low band. If there are multiple dis-

tuning of the VC tuning point. 1. Press the [VC TUNE] operation key.

and a bar graph representing the position of the VC Tuning frequency is displayed in the filter function display.

to the operating frequency. 2. To exit from VC tune operation, press the [VC TUNE] operation key. When VC Tune operates, the display on the

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cause the RF sensitivity changes greatly. Adjust the reference level with the [MULTI]

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justments.

1. Press the [VC TUNE] key (located at the upper right of the MAIN dial). 2. Rotate the MPVD ring to peak the response

(background noise) or reduce interference.

By simply pressing the [C.S] key, the MPVD ring operates in the function that has been assigned to the [C.S] key (see below) (default setting is MEM CH).

STEP DIAL MEM CH

Adjusts transmission output. Adjusts the Monitor level. DNR level adjustment. NB level adjustment. VOX gain adjustment. VOX delay adjustment. ANTI VOX adjustment. Frequency change at a predeter-

mined frequency step. Selects the Desired memory chan-

nel. Selects the memory group.

How to assign functions 1. Press and hold the [C.S] key. The function selection screen is displayed.

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ating frequency. When VC Tune operates, the steep attenu-

ation characteristics of VC Tuner may cause some signals in the Spectrum Scope to be attenuated and disappear, or the image may not appear uniform, however this is not a malfunction. The VC tune function works only with amateur bands from 1.8 MHz band to 29 MHz. 2. Touch the function you want to assign. MAIN/SUB When the MAIN/SUB key is pressed, the MPVD ring tunes the SUB band frequency. When oper-

ation is on the MAIN band. When operation is on SUB band. the ring tunes the frequency of the MAIN band. 38

Press this key to activate receive on the MAIN band frequency. The LED inside the key will glow green when the transceiver is receiving on the MAIN band frequency. When pressed, the MAIN band received audio is muted and the indicator is turned OFF.

When muted, the bandwidth color chang-

es from red to gray.

The receiver audio will disappear but the band information will be displayed.

When this key is pushed, the LED inside the key will glow red; and, when the PTT switch is pressed, the transceiver will transmit on the MAIN band fre-

quency. To transmit at the SUB band frequency, press the SUB band side [TX] key.

SUB MAIN Pressing this key momentarily, exchanges the MAIN band and SUB band frequency data. If pressed and hold, both the MAIN and SUB bands will be the operating band frequencies.

When this key is pushed, the LED inside the key will glow red; and, when the PTT switch is pressed, the transceiver will transmit on the SUB band fre-

quency. To transmit at the MAIN band frequency, press the MAIN band side [TX] key.

Press this key to activate receive on the SUB band frequency. The LED inside the key will glow green when the transceiver is receiving on the SUB band frequency. When pressed, the SUB band received audio is MUTED and the indicator is turned OFF.

When muted, the bandwidth color chang-

es from red to gray.

The receiver audio will disappear but the band information will be displayed. Switching bands to operate Dial knobs etc. The MAIN band receiver (left side of the screen) and the SUB band receiver (right side of the screen) are completely independent dual receivers, with separate circuit configurations, different fre-

quencies and operations. Press the [MAIN] or [SUB] key to switch the receiv-

ers. When the [MAIN] key appears in white, common dials and other knobs operate for the MAIN band. When the [SUB] key is shown in blue, common controls such as the dial controls operate for the SUB band. The large frequency display with the under-

line is the current operating frequency. 39

Switching the operation of the

1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2.

3. Select RF or SQL. 4. Press the [FUNC] key to save the new setting and exit the Setting Menu. 5. Press the [FUNC] key to exit to normal operation. RF/SQL settings cannot be set separately for the MAIN band and the SUB band. MAIN SQL

The inner [MAIN AF] knob sets the audio level of the MAIN band receiver.

The RF Gain control provides manual adjustment of the gain levels for the receiver RF and IF stag-

es, to account for noise and signal strength con-

ditions at the moment.

[RF/SQL] knob is normally left in the fully clock-

wise position. The RF Gain function can be adjusted individual-

ly for MAIN band and SUB band.

Before operation, set the operation of the [RF/SQL] control to RF (see be-

low). The default setting is RF.

It does not operate in FM and DATA-FM mode. SQL The squelch system allows the back-ground noise to be muted when no signal is being re-

ceived. Normally, the squelch is not used during SSB or CW operation. Before operation, set the operation of the

[RF/SQL] control to SQL. The default setting is RF. Rotate the [RF/SQL] knob to adjust the squelch until the noise disappears. If the squelch knob is turned too far to the right, weak signals cannot be heard 40 SUB SQL

The inner [SUB AF] knob sets the audio level of the SUB band receiver. It is similar to the MAIN Band knob operation.

Adjusts the RF gain and the SQL (squelch). It is similar to the MAIN Band knob operation. MIC/PITCH

Adjusts the microphone gain (microphone sensitivi-

ty) (0 to 100) in SSB and AM modes. In CW mode, adjusts the keying speed of the built-

in electronic keyer (4 WPM - 60 WPM). When the knob is turned, the display will show the relative microphone gain or the keying speed for 1/2 second. When pressed in SSB mode, turns the AMC or speech processor ON/OFF (page 48, 49). When pressed in CW mode, the built-in electronic keyer is turned ON/OFF (page 58).

In SSB mode, adjusts the level of AMC or the Speech Processor (1 to 100). In CW mode, adjusts the CW tone (300 Hz to 1050 Hz) when receiving the CW signal and the side tone monitor. When the outer [PROC/PITCH] knob is turned, the AMC level, Compression level or the Spot tone frequency setting will be shown for 1/2 second in the display. Refer to Voice Communications (SSB and AM) on page 48 for the setting. 41

Reduces long duration noise as well as pulse noise. 1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2. 3. Rotate the [MULTI] knob to select the value that

will reduce the noise. 4. Press the [FUNC] key to save the new setting and exit the Setting Menu. 5. Press the [FUNC] key to exit to normal operation.

Set the MULTI knob to NB level adjustment knob 1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2. Touch [NB LEVEL]. The [MULTI] knob will operate as the NB level adjustment knob. MAIN Band Operation NB The FTDX101MP includes an effective IF Noise Blanker, which can significantly reduce noise caused by automotive ignition systems. The NB function can be operated individually for MAIN band and SUB band. 1. Press the [NB] key. 2. Press and hold the [NB] key and adjust the NB level with the [MULTI] knob. To disable Noise Blanker operation, press the [NB]

key once more. The NB function may be less effective on some other types of interference.

Adjusting the Noise Attenuation 1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2.

3. Rotate the [MULTI] knob to set the noise attenu-

ation (10dB / 30dB / 40dB). 4. Press the [FUNC] key to save the new setting and exit the Setting Menu. 5. Press the [FUNC] key to exit to normal operation. 42

The Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) system is de-

signed to reduce the level of ambient noise found on the HF and 50 MHz bands. The (DNR) system is especially effective during SSB operation. Any of 15 different noise-reduction algorithms can be selected; each of these algorithms was created to

experiment with the DNR system to find the best setting corresponding to the noise currently being experienced. The DNR function can be operated individually for MAIN band and SUB band. 1. Press the [DNR] key. 2. Press and hold the [DNR] key, then rotate the

[MULTI] knob to choose one of 15 algorithms that best reduces the noise level. To disable the DNR system, press the [DNR] key once more.

The Digital NOTCH Filter (DNF) is an effective beat-canceling filter that can null out a number of interfering beat notes inside the receiver passband. Because this is an Auto-Notch feature, there is no

The DNF function can be operated individually for MAIN band and SUB band. Press the [DNF] key, activate the DNF function. To disable the DNF system, press the [DNF] key once more. If a very strong interfering carrier is encoun-

tered, we recommend using the IF NOTCH

tool in the receiver section.

The IF NOTCH filter is a highly effective system that allows you to slice out an interfering beat note or other carrier signal from inside the receiver pass-

band. The NOTCH function can be operated individually for MAIN band and SUB band. 1. Press the [NOTCH] key. 2. Rotate the [NOTCH] knob to adjust the null po-

the Notch for 1/2 second whenever the [NOTCH]

knob is turned.

center frequency to its initial value and disable

the position of the attenuation.

momentarily. The bandwidth of the NOTCH filter (either narrow or wide) may be adjusted using Menu item IF NOTCH WIDTH page 99. The factory default setting is WIDE. The performance of the IF Notch filter is shown in Figure A", where the effect of rotation of the

[NOTCH] knob is depicted. In Figure B you can

rotate the [NOTCH] knob to eliminate the incoming interference. A Notch QRM (Heterodyne) B Desired Signal IF BANDWIDTH IF BANDWIDTH NOTCH knob NOTCH knob 43 For the SUB band, the same functions as to operate.

The Contour filter system provides a gentle per-

components, and thus enhances the sound and readability of a received signal. 1. Rotate the [CONT/APF] knob to achieve the most natural-sounding audio reproduction of the incoming signal.

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cy (50 Hz - 3200 Hz) of the Contour is displayed.

center frequency to its initial value and disable the Contour function.

the passband can be observed. 2. To exit from Contour tuning, press the [CONT/

APF] key momentarily.

Adjust the GAIN of the

1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2.

3. Rotate the [MULTI] knob to set the CONTOUR circuit gain. 4. Press the [FUNC] key to save the new setting and exit the Setting Menu. 5. Press the [FUNC] key to exit to normal operation. 44

1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2.

CONTOUR WIDTH]. 3. Rotate the [MULTI] knob to set bandwidth (Q) of the CONTOUR circuit. 4. Press the [FUNC] key to save the new setting and exit the Setting Menu. 5. Press the [FUNC] key to exit to normal operation. Refer to Figure B, this illustrates an indentation

Counterclockwise rotation (to the left) of the

[CONT/APF] knob causes the notch to move to-

while clockwise rotation (to the right) causes the notch to move toward a higher frequency within

unwanted frequency components of the incoming signal, it is possible to make the desired signal rise out of the background noise/interference, and enhance intelligibility. A B C IF BANDWIDTH IF BANDWIDTH IF BANDWIDTH CONT/APF knob CONT/APF knob CONT/APF knob

During CW operation, when interference or noise is present, the center frequency is automatically set to the PITCH frequency, making it easier to hear the desired signal. The APF function can be operated individually for MAIN band and SUB band. 1. Rotate the [CONT/APF] knob to the left or right to reduce any interference.

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ter frequency (-250Hz - +250Hz) of the audio

APF peak center frequency setting to 0 Hz, and disable the APF function.

APF, while tuning the SHIFT knob. The APF bandwidth can be selected from NARROW / MEDIUM / WIDE via the Menu item APF WIDTH (page 99). 2. To exit from APF operation, press the [APF] key again.

WIDTH

higher or lower, without changing the pitch of the incoming signal, and thus reduces or eliminates in-

terference. Because the tuned carrier frequency is not varied, there is no need to re-tune the operating frequency to eliminate the interference. The total passband tuning range for the IF SHIFT system is 1.2 kHz. The SHIFT function can be operated individually for MAIN band and SUB band. Rotate the [SHIFT] knob to the left or right to re-

duce interfering signals.

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serve the direction of the shift.

on the left side of the [SHIFT] knob will light. Refer to Figure A and notice the depiction of the IF DSP filter as a thick line in the center of the passband. In Figure B, an interfering signal has appeared inside the original passband. In Figure C", you can see the effect of rotating the [SHIFT] knob.

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ter passband so that the interference is outside of the passband. A B C Desired Signal Desired Signal Desired Signal QRM QRM IF BANDWIDTH IF BANDWIDTH IF BANDWIDTH SHIFT knob SHIFT knob SHIFT knob 45

The IF WIDTH tuning system allows you to vary the width of the DSP IF passband, to reduce or elimi-

nate interference. Moreover, the bandwidth may actually be expanded from its default setting, should you wish to enhance incoming signal fidelity when interference on the band is low. Rotate the [WIDTH] knob counter-clockwise to nar-

row the bandwidth and reduce interference.

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is displayed on the display.

bandwidth of the IF filter to its initial value (see below).

the status of the bandwidth.

on the right side of the [WIDTH] knob will light. wise. WIDTH and SHIFT can be adjusted alter-

nately, while listening for the best reception point. CONTOUR and NOTCH may be used to-

gether to effectively eliminate inter- ference and increase intelligibility Referring to Figure B", you can see the default bandwidth of the SSB mode. By rotating the [SHIFT] knob to the left, the bandwidth will narrow (see Figure A), while rotation of the [SHIFT] knob to the right, will increase the bandwidth as depicted in Figure C. The default bandwidths, and total bandwidth adjustment range, will vary according to the operating mode (see table below). A B C IF BANDWIDTH IF BANDWIDTH IF BANDWIDTH WIDTH knob WIDTH knob WIDTH knob Operating Mode SSB (LSB/USB) CW (CW-L/CW-U), RTTY, PSK DATA (LSB/USB) AM, FM-N, D-FM-N AM-N FM, DATA-FM

300 Hz - 3200 Hz

(default: 3000 Hz) 50 Hz - 3000 Hz

(default: 500 Hz) 9000 Hz 6000 Hz 16000 Hz

A B Desired Signal

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tering system. For example, in Figure A", you can see how in-

terference has appeared both on the high and low sides of the desired signal. Rotate the [WIDTH] knob, the interference from one side can be eliminated (Figure B). Next, rotate the [SHIFT]

knob to re-position the passband (Figure C), the inter-

ference on the opposite side can be removed, without re-introducing the interference previously eliminated in Figure B. For best interference reduction, the WIDTH and SHIFT features are the primary tools you should use, after nar-

rowing the bandwidth (WIDTH) and/or adjusting the center of the passband (SHIFT). The Contour control may

IF BANDWIDTH IF BANDWIDTH IF BANDWIDTH Desired Signal Desired Signal QRM QRM QRM QRM QRM QRM C 46

Rotate the inner [NOTCH] knob to adjust the cen-

ter frequency of the IF NOTCH filter. Press the

[NOTCH] key to turn the IF NOTCH filter ON or OFF.

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served on the display. Additionally, the display will show the center fre-

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ever the [NOTCH] knob is turned. Press and hold to reset NOTCH, CONTOUR, APF.

of the passband to partially attenuate an in-band frequency component. The CONTOUR operation can be switched ON/

OFF with the [CONT] Key.

on the display. If there is interference or noise during CW opera-

tion, the APF center frequency is automatically set to the CW PITCH frequency as a peak filter, to make it easier to hear the desired signal. APF operation is switched ON / OFF with the [APF]

key. The location of the APF peak frequency is graphi-

cally illustrated on the display. When the knob is turned, the center fre-

quency of NOTCH, the center frequency of CONTOUR, or the Peak Frequency shift width of the of the APF will be illustrated on the display for 0.5 seconds. 47

When transmitting in SSB or AM mode The FTDX101MP transmit audio circuit can be set to the optimum operating level by individually adjusting

The AMC (Automatic Microphone Gain Control) regulates the microphone audio so that distortion does not oc-

cur, even if excessive audio is input.

1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2. -

3. 4. Press the [FUNC] key to save the new set-

ting and exit the Setting Menu. 5. Press the [FUNC] key to exit to normal operation.

Microphone gain Touch the Meter Display on the right and then touch ALC to select the ACL Meter. Key TX and adjust the [MIC/SPEED] knob to set

position where the ALC Meter needle does not exceed the ALC zone on the audio peaks.

AMC gain Press the [MIC/SPEED] control to activate the AMC function. While the AMC function is active, the indicator on the left side of the [MIC/SPEED]

knob will light. Touch the left side of the Meter Display, and then touch COMP to select the COMP meter. Activate the transmit and speak into the micro-

phone while adjusting the AMC level with the

[PROC/PITCH] control.

Meter deflection does not exceed 10 dB on the audio peaks. Setup is completed. Touch the [MONI] key listen to the quality of your transmitted signal (page 34). Normally, the AMC function is activated by pressing the [MIC/SPEED] Control Knob. The AMC function only works in SSB, AM, DATA-L and DATA-U modes. It does not work in other modes. 48 Speech Processor The FTDX101MP Speech Processor is designed to increase talk power by increasing the aver-

age power output of the transmitted SSB signal. The speech processor function only works in SSB mode. It does not work in other modes.

Turn the [MULTI] knob to adjust the RF power output. 1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2. Touch [RF POWER]. 3. Rotate the [MULTI] knob to adjust the RF power. 1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2. S e l e c t [ O P E R AT I O N S E T T I N G

3. Select [COMP]. 4. Press the [FUNC] key to save the new set-

ting and exit the Setting Menu. 5. Press the [FUNC] key to exit to normal operation. 6. Adjust the MIC gain, as described in Para-

metric Microphone Equalizer on Parametric Microphone Equalizer (page 50). 7. Touch the left meter area on the display to se-

lect the COMP meter. The transmit meter becomes the COMP meter. 8. Press the [MIC/SPEED] knob. While the Speech Processor function is ac-

tive, the indicator on the left side of the [MIC/

SPEED] knob will light. 9. Press the PTT switch on the microphone, and speak into the microphone in a normal voice level. 10. Adjust the [PROC/PITCH] knob to set the compression level within 10 dB.

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ify proper adjustment of the Compression level. To switch the Speech Processor Off, press the

[MIC/SPEED] knob once more. The speech processor can distort the transmit waveform when used to increase the average TX power, so it is not used in normal communi-

cation. The AMC function does not operate when using the speech processor. When transmitting in the AM mode, set a maxi-

mum (carrier) power output of 50 Watts.

The maximum transmit power can be set for each of the HF Bands, the 50 MHz band and the AM mode. Set according to the operation situation, when you do not need large transmission output. 1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2. -

ERAL]. 3. Rotate the [MULTI] Knob to select the item you want to set.

(HF band)

(The setting range is 5 to 200 W)

(50 MHz band)

(The setting range is 5 to 200 W)

(70 MHz band)

(The setting range is 5 to 50 W)

(AM mode)

(The setting range is 5 to 50 W) 4. Press the [FUNC] key to save the settings and return to the function screen. 5. Press the [FUNC] key to return to the normal operation screen. Normally set to maximum output. 49 Parametric Microphone Equalizer The FTDX101MP includes a unique Three-Band Parametric Microphone Equalizer that provides precise, in- dependent control over the low, mid and treble ranges in the voice waveform. One group of settings may be utilized when the AMC or speech processor is Off, and an alternate group of settings when the AMC or Speech Processor is On (SSB mode only). The speech processor feature is described in the next chapter. Parametric microphone equalizer function is activated only in SSB, AM and FM modes.

Activate the Parametric Microphone Equalizer 1. Adjust the MIC gain, as described on page 48. 2. Press the [FUNC] key. 3. Touch [MIC EQ] . Parametric Microphone Equalizer function is activated.

used with the AMC or speech processor en-

gaged, press the [MIC/SPEED] knob. 4. Press the PTT switch on the microphone, and speak into the microphone in a normal voice level. To cancel the Parametric Microphone Equalizer function, repeat steps 2 and 3 above, and choose OFF in step 3.

Setup the Parametric Microphone Equalizer 1. Set the RF output power to minimum value. We recommend connecting a dummy load to one of the Antenna jacks, and monitoring the signal on a separate receiver, to prevent interference to other users. 2. Press the [FUNC] key. 3. Touch [MIC EQ] . Parametric Microphone Equalizer function is activated.

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izer with the AMC or speech processor engaged, press the [MIC/SPEED] knob to activated AMC or speech processor. 4. Press the [MONI] key, if you choose to listen on the FTDX101MP internal monitor. 5. Press the [FUNC] key. 6. Select [OPERATION SETTING-

DIO]. 7. Rotate the [MULTI] knob to find Menu items

[PRMTRC EQ1 FREQ] through [PRMTRC EQ3 BWTH]; these parameters apply to the adjustment of the Parametric Microphone Equalizer when the AMC or speech processor is disabled. Menu items [P PRMTRC EQ1 FREQ]

through [P PRMTRC EQ3 BWTH] apply to the adjustment of the Parametric Microphone Equalizer when the AMC or speech processor is engaged. 8. Press the [MULTI] knob, then rotate the

[MULTI] knob to adjust a particular Menu item. 9. Press and hold the PTT switch, and speak into the microphone while listening to the ef-

fect of the adjustments being made. Because the overall sound will change with each ad-

justment, make several passes through each adjustment area, to be sure that the optimum settings are achieved.

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justments is to wear headphones (connect-

ed to the monitor receiver) while listening to the transmitted signal. 10. When all adjustments are satisfactory, press the [FUNC] key to save the new settings and exit the Setting Menu. 11. Press the [FUNC] key to exit to normal operation. 50 Parametric Gain

PRMTRC EQ1 FREQ

(Low) 100 (Hz) - 700 (Hz) / OFF Center Frequency PRMTRC EQ2 FREQ

(Mid) 700 (Hz) - 1500 (Hz) / OFF OFF PRMTRC EQ3 FREQ

(High) 1500 (Hz) - 3200 (Hz) / OFF PRMTRC EQ1 LEVEL

(Low) -10 (dB) - +10 (dB) Parametric Gain PRMTRC EQ2 LEVEL

(Mid) -10 (dB) - +10 (dB) PRMTRC EQ3 LEVEL PRMTRC EQ1 BWTH Q (Bandwidth) PRMTRC EQ2 BWTH PRMTRC EQ3 BWTH

(High) -10 (dB) - +10 (dB)

(Low) 0 - 10

(Mid) 0 - 10

(High) 0 - 10

+5 10

P PRMTRC EQ1 FREQ

(Low) 100 (Hz) - 700 (Hz) / OFF Center Frequency P PRMTRC EQ2 FREQ

(Mid) 700 (Hz) - 1500 (Hz) / OFF OFF P PRMTRC EQ3 FREQ

(High) 1500 (Hz) - 3200 (Hz) / OFF P PRMTRC EQ1 LEVEL

(Low) -10 (dB) - +10 (dB) Parametric Gain P PRMTRC EQ2 LEVEL

(Mid) -10 (dB) - +10 (dB) P PRMTRC EQ3 LEVEL

(High) -10 (dB) - +10 (dB) P PRMTRC EQ1 BWTH Q (Bandwidth) P PRMTRC EQ2 BWTH P PRMTRC EQ3 BWTH

(Low) 0 - 10

(Mid) 0 - 10

(High) 0 - 10 0 2 1 Center Frequency: The center frequency of each of the three bands may be adjusted. Gain:

Q:

The amount of enhancement (or suppression) within each band may be adjusted. The bandwidth over which the equalization is applied may be adjusted. 51

The Voice Memory capability of the FTDX101MP may be used to store and replay often repeated mes-

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onds of voice audio. The Voice Memory may be operated from the Display Panel, or from the optional FH-2 Remote Control Keypad, which plugs into the rear panel REM jack.

1. Select the SSB or AM mode.

1. Be sure that [BK-IN] function is OFF so transmit will not be activated (the LED imbed-

ded in the [BK-IN] key must be Off). When using FH-2, go to step 4. 2. Press the [FUNC] key. 3. Touch [REC/PLAY]. 4. Touch [1] through [5] on the display or press the FH-2 [1] through [5] key (whichever regis-

ter was just recorded in). The MSG icon will appear in the display and the audio recorded in the Voice Memory will be heard.

[RX LEVEL] and turn the [MULTI] knob.

1. Select the SSB, AM or FM mode. Be sure the [BK-IN] functions is ON so transmit will be activated (the LED imbedded in the [BK-IN] key must be On). When using FH-2, go to step 4. 2. Press the [FUNC] key. 3. Touch [REC/PLAY] . 4. Touch [1] through [5] on the display or press the FH-2 [1] through [5] key (whichever memory was recorded in). A MSG icon will appear in the display and the message will be transmitted.

touch [TX LEVEL] and turn the [MULTI]

knob. When using FH-2, go to step 4. 2. Press the [FUNC] key. 3. Touch [REC/PLAY]. 4. Touch [MEM] on the display or press the

[MEM] key on the FH-2. A blinking REC will appear in the display. If a [1] through [5] key (see next step) is not pressed within five seconds, the memory storage process will be cancelled. 5. Touch [1] through [5] on the display or press any of the FH-2 keys numbered [1] through [5]

to select that memory storage register. 6. Press the microphone PTT switch momen-

tarily. The REC icon will glow steadily and recording will begin.

any message is 20 seconds. 7. Touch [MEM] on the display or press the FH-2

[MEM] key to complete the message storage process. 52

lower and upper audio ranges independently. 1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2. Select [RADIO SETTING] . 3. Select the Mode and Menu Item you want to set (see table below). 4. Adjust the receiver audio response as de-

sired. 5. Press the [FUNC] key to save the new setting and exit the Setting Menu. 6. Press the [FUNC] key to exit to normal operation. FUNC key MULTI knob Mode Menu Item MODE SSB MODE AM MODE FM MODE DATA MODE RTTY LCUT FREQ LCUT SLOPE HCUT FREQ HCUT SLOPE LCUT FREQ LCUT SLOPE HCUT FREQ HCUT SLOPE LCUT FREQ LCUT SLOPE HCUT FREQ HCUT SLOPE LCUT FREQ LCUT SLOPE HCUT FREQ HCUT SLOPE LCUT FREQ LCUT SLOPE HCUT FREQ HCUT SLOPE

OFF/100Hz - 1000Hz (50Hz step) 6dB/oct / 18dB/oct 700Hz - 4000Hz (50Hz step)/OFF 6dB/oct / 18dB/oct OFF/100Hz - 1000Hz (50Hz step) 6dB/oct / 18dB/oct 700Hz - 4000Hz (50Hz step)/OFF 6dB/oct / 18dB/oct OFF/100Hz - 1000Hz (50Hz step) 6dB/oct / 18dB/oct 700Hz - 4000Hz (50Hz step)/OFF 6dB/oct / 18dB/oct OFF/100Hz - 1000Hz (50Hz step) 6dB/oct / 18dB/oct 700Hz - 4000Hz (50Hz step)/OFF 6dB/oct / 18dB/oct OFF/100Hz - 1000Hz (50Hz step) 6dB/oct / 18dB/oct 700Hz - 4000Hz (50Hz step)/OFF 6dB/oct / 18dB/oct Default 100Hz 6dB/oct 3000Hz 6dB/oct OFF 6dB/oct OFF 6dB/oct 300Hz 18dB/oct 3000Hz 18dB/oct 300Hz 18dB/oct 3000Hz 18dB/oct 300Hz 18dB/oct 3000Hz 18dB/oct 53 Using the Automatic Antenna Tuner The Automatic Antenna Tuner (ATU) is built into each FTDX101MP. The ATU is designed to ensure that a

Because the FTDX101MP ATU is located inside transceiver, it can only adjust the impedance presented to the transceiver end of the coaxial cable feedline. It does not tune the SWR at the antenna feed point itself. When designing and building an antenna system, we recommend that every effort be made to also ensure a low SWR at the antenna feed point.

ATU Operation 1. Press the [TUNE] key momentarily to place the ATU in the transmit line (no adjustment or tuning will occur yet). While the ATU function is activated, the LED inside the [TUNE] key glows orange.

will turn the tuner ON, and the microproces-

sor will automatically select the tuning point closest to the current operating frequency. 2. Press and hold the [TUNE] key to begin auto-

matic tuning.

LED inside [TUNE] key will blink while tun-

ing is in progress.

before beginning the tuning process, to be sure tuning will not interfere with others who may already be using the frequency.

achieved, the transceiver will return to re-

ceive, and the LED inside the [TUNER] key will again glow steadily (instead of blinking). 3. To disengage the ATU from the transmit line, press the [TUNE] key momentarily. The ATU microprocessor memories store the record of the capacitors and inductors selected to tune each 10 kHz window in which tuning has occurred. This eliminates the need to re-

tune every time operation returns to a frequency on which the tuning process has already been completed. 54 Figure 1 depicts a situation where normal tuning via the ATU has been successfully completed, and the tuning data has been stored in the ATU memory. The antenna system SWR as seen by the transmitter is shown. In Figure 2, the operator has changed frequency, and the HI-SWR icon has appeared. The operator presses and holds in the TUNE button for one second to begin impedance matching using the ATU. If a high SWR condition exists (above 3:1), corrective action must be taken in the antenna system to bring the impedance closer to 50 Ohms. The ATU will refuse to memorize settings on frequencies where the SWR exceeds 3:1. A High SWR may indicate a mechanical failure in the feed system, and can lead to the generation of spurious signals causing TVI, etc. Feed Point SWR Frequency SWR after ATU Tuning

About ATU Memories

The tuner settings are stored in the ATU memory.

Tuning data will not be retained in memory. If operation is returned to the same frequency, the tun-

ing process must be repeated.

The HI-SWR icon will light up, and the tuner settings, if achieved, will not be memorized. Investi-

gate the high SWR condition and resolve the problem before attempting further operation using this antenna. 55 CW Mode Operation The impressive CW operating capabilities of the FTDX101MP permit operating with an Electronic Keyer Paddle, a Straight Key, or a computer based keying device. 1. Before starting, connect the key cable(s) to the front and/or rear panel KEY jack(s). 2. Press the [CW] key to engage CW mode.

be maintained and displayed when switching the transceiver between SSB and CW mode, by setting Menu item CW FREQ DISPLAY (page 94).

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puter, CW can be operated using free or commercially available software and setting Menu item PC KEYING (page 94).

Adjusting the Sidetone Audio level The CW sidetone audio level may be adjusted by pressing and holding the [MONI] key, and then rotating the [MULTI] knob.

CW Delay Time Setting During semi-break-in (not QSK) operation, the hang time of TX, after the transmitting ends may be adjusted to a comfortable value corresponding with the sending speed. 1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2. BK-IN DELAY]. 3. Start sending and rotate the [MULTI] knob to adjust the hang time for comfortable opera-

tion. 4. Press the [FUNC] key to save the new setting and exit the Setting Menu. 5. Press the [FUNC] key to exit to normal operation. 3. Rotate the Main Tuning Dial knob to select the desired operating frequency. 4. Press the [BK-IN] key to engage automatic activation of the transmitter when you close the CW key. The LED inside the [BK-IN] key glows orange. 5. Press the [MONI] key. The LED inside the [MONI] key glows orange;

and the CW monitor is activated. 6. When using the keyer paddle, press the [MIC/

SPEED] knob. The indicator on the right side of the the [MIC/

SPEED] knob glows orange; and the built-in Electronic Keyer is activated. 7. When the key or the keyer paddle is pressed, the transmitter will automatically be engaged.

desired sending speed.

FTDX101MP CW TX/RX is configured for Semibreak-in operation. However, using Menu item CW BK-IN TYPE (page 93), this setup may be changed to full break-in

(QSK) operation, wherein the switching is quick enough to hear incoming signals in the spaces between the dots and dashes of the transmission. This may prove very useful during contest and traffic handling operations.

may be practiced with the sidetone only, without having the signal transmitted over the air.

USB mode and send CW signals without switching the transceiver to CW mode, change Menu item CW AUTO MODE

(page 93). Note: CW AUTO MODE operation Select CW mode, Press the BK-IN button, and then select the SSB mode (LSB or USB). 56

Spotting (zeroing in on another CW station) is a handy technique to ensure the transceiver and the other station are operating precisely on the same frequency. The Tuning Offset Indicator in the display may also be moved to adjust the receiver frequency to center on the incoming station with the CW pitch corresponding to that of the transmit signal. CW Decode Alphanumeric Morse code can be decoded and displayed as text on the TFT Panel. Interfering signals, noise, propagation phasing, and code inaccuracy, may prevent accurate message copy. 1. Press the [CW] key to set the operating mode to CW. 2. Turn the [MIC/SPEED] knob to closely match the speed of the received CW signal. If the speed is significantly different, it may not be deciphered correctly. 3. Press the [FUNC] key. 4. Touch [DECODE] . The CW DECODE screen is displayed, and the decoded message text will appear on the screen. CQ CQ CQ DE JA1YOE JA1YOE JA1YOE K Zero-In The turn OFF the Tuning Offset Indicator using Menu item CW INDICATOR page 94.

to noise and clutter when a CW signal is not being received, touch [DEC LVL] and then rotate the [MULTI] knob to adjust the threshold level. 5. To cancel the CW decode function, touch

[DEC OFF]. 57

Selecting the Keyer Operating Mode The configuration of the Electronic Keyer may be customized independently for the front and rear KEY jacks of the FT DX101D. This permits utilization of Automatic Character Spacing (ACS), if desired. This permits the use of an electronic keyer via the front jack and a straight key or com-

puter-driven keying line via the rear panel jack. 1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2. 3. Select [F KEYER TYPE] (for the front KEY jack) or [R KEYER TYPE] (for the rear-panel KEY jack). 4. To set the keyer to the desired operating mode, see the table below. 5. Press the [FUNC] key to save the new setting and exit the Setting Menu. 6. Press the [FUNC] key to exit to normal operation. OFF BUG ELEKEY-A ELEKEY-B ELEKEY-Y ACS The built-in Electronic Keyer is turned off ("straight key mode). Dots will be generated automatically by the keyer, but dashes must be sent manually. A code element (Dot or Dash side) is transmitted upon releasing both sides of the paddle. Releasing both sides of the paddle transmits the currently generated Dash side followed by Dot side (or reverse order). Pressing both sides of the paddle transmits the currently generated Dash side followed by Dot side (or reverse order). While transmitting the Dash side, the first transmitted Dot side will not be stored. Same as ELEKEY except that the spacing between characters is precisely set by the keyer to be the same length as a dash (three dots in length). ACS OFF Morse E & T Inter-character Spacing too short ACS ON Morse E & T Setting of the Electronic Keyer

Adjusting the Keyer Speed Keyer speed can be adjusted by rotating the [MIC/

SPEED] knob. Rotate the [MIC/SPEED] knob to set the desired sending speed (4 wpm - 60 wpm).

Setting the Keyer Weight

This Menu item may be used to adjust the dot/

dash ratio for the built-in Electronic Keyer. The default weighting is 3:1 (a dash is three times lon-

ger than a dot). 1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2. WEIGHT]. 3. Rotate the [MULTI] knob to set the weight to the desired value. The available adjustment range is a Dot/Dash ratio of 2.5 - 4.5 (default value: 3.0). 4. Press the [FUNC] key to save the new setting and exit the Setting Menu. 5. Press the [FUNC] key to exit to normal operation.

The Keyer polarity can be reversed easily in the Menu mode without changing the keyer connec-

tions (the default setting is NOR). Example: for left-handed operators in a contest. In the Keyer modes described on the chart at the right, BUG and OFF modes are not changed. 1. Press the [FUNC] key. 2. 3. Select [F KEYER DOT/DASH] or

[R KEYER DOT/DASH]. 4. Select REV. 5. Press the [FUNC] key to save the new setting and exit the Setting Menu. 6. Press the [FUNC] key to exit to normal operation. 58