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Yaesu FT-100 Micro Mobile User Manual

Yaesu FT-100 Micro Mobile
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Yaesu FT-100 Micro Mobile Specifications

General IconGeneral
Supply Voltage13.8 V DC ±15%
Frequency Range144-148 MHz, 430-450 MHz
ModesAM, FM
IF Frequencies455 kHz
Sensitivity0.16 μV
Weight3.3 lbs (1.5 kg)
RF Power OutputHF/50 MHz: 100 W, 144 MHz: 50 W, 430 MHz: 20 W

Summary

Specifications

Installation

Power Connections

Instructions for connecting the DC power supply to the FT-100 transceiver.

Antenna Considerations

Guidelines for selecting and connecting antennas for optimal system performance.

Accessory Interfacing

Connecting various external accessories like amplifiers and TNCs to the transceiver.

Front Panel Controls and Switches

Main Dial

The primary tuning control for frequency and menu adjustments.

Func Key

Accessing various functions and menu items via the FUNC key.

Select Knob

Used for tuning, memory selection, and function setting.

Microphone Switches

Basic Operation

Operation Quick Start

Basic steps to turn on, select bands, and set modes for initial operation.

Mode Selection

Choosing operating modes such as SSB, CW, AM, and FM.

Receiver Operation

Operating Function Selector ([FUNC] Key)

Using the FUNC key to access various operating functions and menus.

Bandwidth Selection

Choosing appropriate bandwidths for SSB, CW, and AM modes.

Frequency Synthesizer Steps

Configuring tuning steps for frequency selection.

Locking Front Panel Controls

Preventing accidental changes to settings by locking the controls.

Receiver Accessories

Clarifier (Receiver Incremental Tuning)

Adjusting receiver frequency offset for clear reception.

AGC (Automatic Gain Control)

Configuring the receiver's automatic gain control for optimal performance.

Noise Blanker

Activating the noise blanker to reduce impulse noise.

CW Pitch

Adjusting the CW sidetone pitch for comfortable listening.

DSP Bandpass Filter

Configuring the DSP bandpass filter for improved selectivity.

DSP CW Peaking Filter

Tuning the DSP CW peaking filter for enhanced signal clarity.

DSP Noise Reduction (NR)

Applying DSP noise reduction to improve signal-to-noise ratio.

DSP Notch Filter

Using the DSP notch filter to eliminate unwanted carrier signals.

Transmitter Operation

Setting the Power Output

Adjusting the transmitter's output power for different bands and modes.

DSP Microphone Equalizer

Tailoring microphone audio characteristics using the DSP equalizer.

SSB Transmission

Procedures for transmitting in Single Sideband (SSB) mode.

VOX Operation

Using Voice Operated Transmission (VOX) for hands-free transmitting.

AF Speech Processor Operation

Optimizing voice quality using the AF speech processor.

CW Transmission

Operating in Continuous Wave (CW) mode for Morse code transmission.

FM Operation

Procedures for operating in Frequency Modulation (FM) mode.

SWR Meter

Monitoring the SWR (Standing Wave Ratio) of the antenna system.

Repeater Operation

Using repeaters for extended communication range.

CTCSS Encode and Tone Squelch Operation

Setting up CTCSS tones for selective squelch and repeater access.

DCS Operation

Utilizing Digital Code Squelch (DCS) for selective communication.

DTMF Operation

Sending DTMF tones for control purposes or autopatch operation.

ARTS™ (Auto Range Transpond System) Operation

Using the ARTS system for proximity alerts and station identification.

Split Frequency Operation

Operating on separate transmit and receive frequencies.

Digital Mode Operation

Operating in various digital modes like RTTY and Packet.

Packet (300 bps HF or 1200/9600 bps FM Operation)

Transmitting and receiving packet data over HF and FM bands.

Operation on Alaska Emergency Frequency: 5167.5 kHz

Using the FT-100 for emergency communications on the specified frequency.

Active-Tuning Antenna System (ATAS-100) Operation

Tuning Procedure

Steps for tuning the ATAS-100 antenna for optimal SWR.

FC-20 Automatic Antenna Tuner Operation

Antenna Tuner Memory System

Storing and recalling antenna tuning data using the FC-20's memory.

Memory System Operation

Memory Operation on Split-Frequency Memory Channels

Storing and recalling split-frequency pairs for DX operations.

Memory Operation on Home Channels

Utilizing pre-programmed 'HOME' channels for quick access.

Scanning Operation

Programmable Memory Scan (PMS) Operation

Utilizing the PMS feature for scanning specific memory groups.

Menu Operation

Menu Mode Selections and Settings

Navigating and configuring the FT-100's extensive menu system.

CPU Resetting and Memory Backup

Reset Procedures

Steps to reset the transceiver to factory default settings.

In Case of Trouble ...

Installation of Optional Accessorise

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