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Yaesu ADMS-16 User Manual

Yaesu ADMS-16
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ADMS-16
Instruction Manual
The ADMS-16 software provides convenient editing of the FTM-500DR/DE memory channel
frequencies, channel information and alpha tags, using a personal computer. Also, the trans-
ceiver parameters and the setup menu items may be edited and congured easily from the
computer keyboard.
YAESU MUSEN CO., LTD.

Table of Contents

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Yaesu ADMS-16 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeProgramming Software
Operating SystemWindows
FunctionalityProgramming
Frequency RangeDepends on the transceiver model
Memory ChannelsDepends on the transceiver model

Summary

Introduction to ADMS-16 Software

About This Manual

Details symbols and conventions used for important information in the manual.

Important Notes Before Use

Contains crucial information regarding software copyrights, usage restrictions, and liability.

Trademarks Information

Lists registered trademarks relevant to the ADMS-16 software and its compatibility.

System Requirements for ADMS-16

Supported Operating Systems

Lists compatible Microsoft Windows operating systems required for the software.

CPU Performance Requirements

Specifies that the CPU must meet the minimum requirements of the operating system.

RAM (System Memory) Requirements

States that system memory capacity must be sufficient for the operating system.

HDD (Hard Disk) Space Requirements

HDD capacity must be sufficient for OS and software; approx. 50 MB additional is needed.

microSD Card Requirement

Requires a commercially available microSD memory card for data transfer operations.

Required Cables for Connection

Details the necessary PC connection cables, such as SCU-56/SCU-20 and CT-163.

microSD Memory Card Reader

Specifies the need for a microSD card reader if not using specific connection cables.

PC Peripheral Interface Requirements

Lists required PC interfaces like USB (1.1/2.0) or RS-232C (COM port).

ADMS-16 Setup Procedure Overview

Setting Up the ADMS-16 Software

Preparation and Software Download

Instructions to download the ADMS-16 programming software from the Yaesu website.

ADMS-16 Programming Software Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the ADMS-16 software using the setup executable.

Uninstalling the ADMS-16 Software

Provides instructions on how to manually uninstall the ADMS-16 software from the system.

USB Driver Installation for Connection Cables

Connecting the FTM-500DR/DE to the PC

Launching and Initializing ADMS-16

Executing the ADMS-16 Software

Instructions on how to launch the ADMS-16 software by double-clicking its desktop icon.

Reading Transceiver Data Prerequisite

Emphasizes the necessity of reading transceiver data before editing with ADMS-16.

Data Transfer via microSD Card

Details the process of saving transceiver data to microSD and importing it into ADMS-16.

Data Transfer via PC Connection Cable

Explains how to obtain transceiver data using a connection cable for ADMS-16.

ADMS-16 Interface Display Examples

First Screen Display

Illustrates the initial screen presented upon launching the ADMS-16 software.

Menu Bar Functionality

Explains how to use the Menu Bar for settings import/export and data transfer operations.

Navigating ADMS-16 Interface Elements

TAB Menu Bar Usage

Describes using the TAB Menu Bar to access memory channels, VFO, and other settings.

Set Mode Configuration Screen

Explains accessing and using the Set Mode window for customizing transceiver functions.

Data Communication with FTM-500DR/DE

Getting Data from SD Card

Step-by-step guide to import settings data from a microSD card into ADMS-16.

microSD Card Folder Structure

Details the organization of data files and folders on the microSD card for the transceiver.

Managing Data Communication Ports

Sending Data to SD Card

Instructions for transferring ADMS-16 data from the PC to a microSD memory card.

Configuring Communication Port Settings

Guides on setting up the correct COM port for PC communication with the transceiver.

Acquiring and Sending Transceiver Data

Get Data from FTM-500DR/DE

Process for transferring transceiver settings data to the ADMS-16 PC programmer.

Send Data to FTM-500DR/DE

Process for downloading ADMS-16 data from the computer to the transceiver.

Menu Bar Functions and Operations

File Menu Operations

Overview of File menu actions: New, Open, Close, Save, Save As, Import, Export, Print, Exit.

File > Save As

Saves the current configuration file with a new name and destination folder.

File > Import Data

Details importing data from CSV files, including VFO and memory templates.

File > Export Data

Explains exporting data into CSV format for use with other software or versions.

File > Import FTM-100D/400D Format

Describes importing data files compatible with FTM-100D/400D models.

File > Export FTM-100D/400D Format

Explains exporting data files compatible with FTM-100D/400D models.

File > Import FT1D/FT2D Format

Details importing data files compatible with FT1D/FT2D models.

File > Export FT1D/FT2D Format

Explains exporting data files compatible with FT1D/FT2D models.

File > Import FT3D/FT5D Format

Describes importing data files compatible with FT3D/FT5D models.

File > Export FT3D/FT5D Format

Explains exporting data files compatible with FT3D/FT5D models.

File > Print Function

Provides instructions on printing the current template file data.

File > Exit Application

Instructions on how to exit the ADMS-16 software, including save confirmation.

Editing Data within ADMS-16

Edit > Undo Last Action

Reverts the last data editing action performed.

Edit > Cut Selected Data

Removes selected data and copies it to the clipboard.

Edit > Copy Selected Data

Copies selected data to the clipboard without removing it.

Edit > Paste Clipboard Data

Inserts data from the clipboard into the selected area.

Edit > Find Text

Searches for specific text within a selected column in the data.

Edit > Find Next Occurrence

Locates the next instance of the previously searched text.

Edit > Go to Specific Channel

Allows direct navigation to a specified channel number.

Edit > Insert New Channel

Adds a new blank channel row at the current cursor position.

Edit > Delete Channel Data

Removes a specified range of channel data from the list.

Edit > Clear Channel Data

Clears current channel data, leaving blank rows.

Edit > Move Channel Up

Moves the current channel data row one position upwards.

Edit > Move Channel Down

Moves the current channel data row one position downwards.

Edit > Add Frequency Range

Creates new memory channels based on a starting frequency and step.

Edit > Sort Channels

Sorts memory channels based on selected criteria like frequency or name.

Configuring Transceiver Settings

Set Mode Configuration

Customizes transceiver functions through an easy-to-use interface via the Set Mode window.

ADMS-16 Interface Features

Toolbar Visibility Control

Controls the display or hiding of the Toolbar for quick access to functions.

Status Bar Information

Displays action descriptions, toolbar status, and keyboard latch state.

Window Management Options

Manages the display of multiple template files using Tile or Cascade options.

Setting Template Items

Editing Memory Channels

Details how to enter and edit frequencies for up to 999 memory channels.

Programmable Memory Scan (PMS)

Explains editing upper and lower limit frequencies for PMS operations.

Memory Channel Setting Parameters

Receive and Transmit Frequency

Setting the desired receive and transmit frequencies for a memory channel.

Offset Frequency Setting

Defining the frequency difference used for offset operations.

Offset Direction Configuration

Specifying the direction (+ or -) of the frequency offset.

Operating Mode Selection

Selecting the operating mode (FM or AM) for the channel.

DIG/ANALOG Mode Selection

Choosing between digital (AMS, V/D, Voice FR) and analog modes.

Memory Channel Naming

Assigning a descriptive name (up to 16 digits) to a memory channel.

Tone Mode Setting

Selecting the Audio Squelch Code type.

CTCSS Frequency Setting

Setting the Tone Frequency for Tone Squelch.

DCS Code Selection

Selecting the Digital Code Squelch (DCS) code.

User CTCSS Configuration

Setting idle line frequency for signal removal in specific radio systems.

RX DG-ID Number Setting

Specifies the receiving DG-ID number.

TX DG-ID Number Setting

Specifies the transmitting DG-ID number.

Transmit Power Level

Sets the transmitter power level.

Channel Step Configuration

Configures the channel step for receiving channels.

Narrow FM Mode Activation

Enables Narrow FM mode for reduced bandwidth.

Clock Shift Adjustment

Adjusts microcomputer clock settings to improve spurious signal issues.

Comment for Memory Channels

Adds descriptive comments to memory channels (not transferred to transceiver).

VFO A and VFO B Configuration

VFO Receive Frequency

Enter VFO frequencies for each band; default frequencies are pre-entered.

VFO Transmit Frequency

Transmit frequency is automatically set based on receive and offset frequencies.

VFO Offset Frequency

Defines the frequency difference used for offset operations for VFOs.

VFO Offset Direction

Specifies the direction (+ or -) of the frequency offset for VFOs.

VFO AUTO MODE Setting

Automatically selects receive mode (FM/AM) based on settings.

VFO Operating Mode Selection

Selects the operating mode (FM or AM) for VFO receive channels.

VFO DIG/ANALOG Mode

Chooses between digital (AMS, V/D, Voice FR) and analog modes for VFOs.

VFO Tone Mode Setting

Selects the Audio Squelch Code type for VFOs.

VFO CTCSS Frequency Setting

Sets the Tone Frequency for Tone Squelch for VFOs.

VFO DCS Code Selection

Selects the Digital Code Squelch (DCS) code for VFOs.

VFO User CTCSS Configuration

Sets idle line frequency for signal removal for VFOs.

VFO RX DG-ID Number

Specifies the receiving DG-ID number for VFOs.

VFO TX DG-ID Number

Specifies the transmitting DG-ID number for VFOs.

VFO Transmit Power Level

Sets the transmitter power level for VFOs.

VFO AUTO STEP Setting

Automatically sets frequency step based on the frequency band for VFOs.

VFO Channel Step

Configures the channel step for receiving channels in VFO mode.

VFO Narrow FM Mode

Enables Narrow FM mode for VFOs.

VFO Clock Shift Adjustment

Adjusts microcomputer clock settings to improve spurious signal issues for VFOs.

Comment for VFO Bands

Adds descriptive comments to VFO bands (not transferred to transceiver).

HOME A and HOME B Channel Configuration

HOME Receive/Transmit Frequency

Enter Home Channel frequencies; transmit frequency is automatically set.

HOME Offset Frequency

Defines the frequency difference for offset operations for HOME channels.

HOME Offset Direction

Specifies the direction (+ or -) of the frequency offset for HOME channels.

HOME Operating Mode Selection

Selects the operating mode (FM or AM) for HOME receive channels.

HOME DIG/ANALOG Mode

Chooses between digital (AMS, V/D, Voice FR) and analog modes for HOME channels.

HOME Channel Naming

Assigns a descriptive name (up to 16 digits) to a HOME channel.

HOME Tone Mode Setting

Selects the Audio Squelch Code type for HOME channels.

HOME CTCSS Frequency Setting

Sets the Tone Frequency for Tone Squelch for HOME channels.

HOME DCS Code Selection

Selects the Digital Code Squelch (DCS) code for HOME channels.

HOME User CTCSS Configuration

Sets idle line frequency for signal removal for HOME channels.

HOME RX DG-ID Number

Specifies the receiving DG-ID number for HOME channels.

HOME TX DG-ID Number

Specifies the transmitting DG-ID number for HOME channels.

HOME Transmit Power Level

Sets the transmitter power level for HOME channels.

HOME Channel Step

Configures the channel step for receiving channels in HOME mode.

HOME Narrow FM Mode

Enables Narrow FM mode for HOME channels.

HOME Clock Shift Adjustment

Adjusts microcomputer clock settings to improve spurious signal issues for HOME channels.

Comment for HOME Channels

Adds descriptive comments to HOME channels (not transferred to transceiver).

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Data Communication Errors

Troubleshooting steps for data communication failures between PC and transceiver.

Data Transfer Not Starting

Solutions for when the data transfer process fails to initiate.

Interrupted Data Transmission

Advice and checks for resolving issues with interrupted data transmission.

Data Import/Export Failures

Tips for resolving issues with data import or export operations, including file consistency.

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