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Yaesu FT-100D User Manual

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YAESU
FT-100D
OPERATING
MANUAL
YAESU MUSEN
co.,
L
TO.
4-8-8 Nakameguro, Meguro-Ku, Tokyo 153-8644, Japan
YAESU U.S.A.
17210 Edwards Rd., Cerritos, CA 90703, U.S.A.
YAESU EUROPE B.V.
P.O. Box 75525 1118 ZN, Schiphol, The Netherlands
YAESU
UK
L
TO.
Unit 12, Sun Valley Business Park, Winnall Close
Winchester, Hampshire, S023.0LB, U.K.
YAESU GERMANY GmbH
Am Kronberger Hang
2,
D-65824 Schwalbach, Germany
YAESU
HK
L
TO.
11th Floor Tsim Sha Tsui Centre, 66 Mody Rd.,
Tsim
Sha Tsui East, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Table of Contents

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Yaesu FT-100D Specifications

General IconGeneral
Product typePortable CB radio
Product colorBlack
Housing material-
Display typeLCD
Output power100 W
AM band range5.2 - 18 kHz
FM band range15 - 25 MHz
Frequency range0.1 - 961 MHz
Channels quantity50 channels
Compatible productsATAS-120\\tActive-Tuning Antenna System FC-20\\tAutomatic Antenna Tuner YSK-100\\tSeparation Kit XF-117CN\\t300Hz CW Filter MH-36B6JS\\tDTMF Microphone FTS-27\\tCTCSS Tone Decoder Unit
Microphone includedYes
Input voltage13.8 V
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth205 mm
Width160 mm
Height54 mm

Summary

General Description

Specifications

Plug/Connector Pinout Diagrams

Accessories & Options

Supplied Accessories

Lists accessories that are included with the transceiver.

Available Options

Lists optional accessories that can be purchased for the transceiver.

Installation

Installing the Microphone and Front Panel

Procedure for connecting the microphone and mounting the front panel.

Power Connections

Details on connecting the DC power supply and recommended supplies.

Grounding

Guidelines for effective grounding for mobile and base station setups.

Antenna Considerations

Information on antenna system requirements and impedance matching.

RF Field Exposure

Safety information regarding RF energy exposure and FCC regulations.

Electromagnetic Compatibility

Minimizing interference with computers and other electronic devices.

Heat and Ventilation

Ensuring proper airflow around the transceiver for longevity.

Accessory Interfacing

Procedures for connecting external accessories like linear amplifiers.

AFSK TNC Connections

Connecting Terminal Node Controllers for digital modes like RTTY.

FM Packet TNC Interfacing

Connecting TNCs for FM packet operations.

CW Key/Keyer Connections

Connecting straight keys and external electronic keyers for CW.

Connection of Headphones

Instructions for connecting headphones via an adapter circuit.

Adjusting the Front Feet

How to tilt the transceiver for better viewing using the front feet.

Front Panel Controls and Switches

Microphone Switches

Rear Panel Connectors

Basic Operation

Before You Start

Initial checks before operating the transceiver.

Operation Quick Start

Key steps to get the transceiver operating quickly.

Turning the Transceiver On and Off

Procedure for powering the transceiver on and off.

Amateur Band Selection

How to switch between different amateur radio bands.

Mode Selection

Selecting operating modes like SSB, CW, AM, and FM.

Setting the Audio Volume Level

Adjusting the receiver's audio output volume.

Setting the Operating Frequency

How to set the desired operating frequency using main controls.

Receiver Operation

Operating Function Selector ([FUNC] Key)

Using the FUNC key and other buttons to access features.

Icon Display

Understanding the icons shown on the transceiver's LCD.

Bandwidth Selection (SSB/CW/AM/DIG Modes)

Selecting appropriate IF filter bandwidths for different modes.

Frequency Synthesizer Steps

Adjusting tuning steps for frequency selection.

Tuning Speed Selection

Changing the rate at which frequency changes with dial rotation.

General Coverage 1 MHz Frequency Steps

Tuning in 1 MHz increments for general coverage.

General Coverage 10 MHz Frequency Steps

Tuning in 10 MHz increments for VHF/UHF bands.

Stacked VFO System

Using two VFOs on the same band for flexible operation.

Microphone: Programmable Function Buttons

Configuring programmable buttons on the microphone.

Locking Front Panel Controls

Disabling controls to prevent accidental changes.

Setting the Display Brightness

Adjusting the LCD screen brightness level.

Receiver Accessories

Clarifier (Receiver Incremental Tuning)

Adjusting receive frequency offset without changing transmit frequency.

CW Spot

Using sidetone for CW signal spotting.

AGC (Automatic Gain Control)

Configuring the receiver's automatic gain control recovery time.

Noise Blanker

Reducing impulse noise using the IF noise blanker.

Receiver Squelch

Setting the squelch threshold to mute background noise.

IPO (Intercept Point Optimization)

Bypassing the receiver preamplifier for improved strong-signal characteristics.

ATT (Front End Attenuator)

Using the front-end attenuator to reduce strong signals and noise.

IF Shift

Shifting the receiver's IF passband to reduce interference.

CW Pitch

Adjusting CW sidetone pitch and filter center frequencies.

CW-Reverse Mode

Using the reverse sideband for CW reception.

DSP Bandpass Filter

Adjusting high-cut and low-cut characteristics of the DSP filter.

DSP CW Peaking Filter

Activating a narrow-bandwidth filter for crowded CW conditions.

DSP Noise Reduction (NR)

Enhancing signal-to-noise ratio on weak signals using DSP NR.

DSP Notch Filter

Removing offending carrier or heterodyne signals from the audio.

AM/FM Reception

Enabling the MAIN DIAL for tuning in AM and FM modes.

Automatic Power-Off Feature

Setting the timer for automatic transceiver power-off.

Transmitter Operation

Setting the Power Output

Adjusting the maximum power output level for different bands.

DSP Microphone Equalizer

Tailoring audio response using DSP for transmission.

SSB Transmission

Basic setup and operation for SSB mode.

VOX Operation

Using voice activation for automatic transmit/receive switching.

AF Speech Processor Operation

Increasing power output with the AF speech processor.

CW Transmission

Operating procedures for CW transmission modes.

Operation Using Straight Key/External Keying Device

Connecting and using straight keys or external keying devices.

Operation Using Built-in Electronic Keyer

Utilizing the transceiver's integrated electronic keyer.

Operation Using Message Memory Keyer

Storing and playing back messages using the memory keyer.

FM Operation

Operating procedures for FM transmission modes.

Simplex (Non-Repeater) Operation

Direct FM communication without using repeaters.

SWR Meter

Setting the display to monitor SWR for antenna adjustments.

Repeater Operation

Configuring the transceiver for repeater access and operation.

CTCSS Encode and Tone Squelch Operation

Using CTCSS tones for repeater access and silent monitoring.

DCS Operation

Using Digital Code Squelch for enhanced tone access control.

DTMF Operation

Sending DTMF tones for autopatch or repeater control.

ARTS™ (Auto Range Transpond System) Operation

Using ARTS for communication range monitoring.

CW Identifier Setup

Setting up the transceiver to send CW identification.

Split Frequency Operation

Operating on split frequencies for DX or unique contacts.

Time-Out Timer

Setting a limit on continuous transmission duration.

Digital Mode Operation

Capabilities for digital mode communication.

RTTY (Radio Teletype) Operation

Procedures for operating RTTY using AFSK.

Packet (300 BPS HF OR 1200/9600 BPS FM) Operation

Operating packet modes at different data rates.

Operation on Alaska Emergency Frequency: 5167.5 kHz

Active-Tuning Antenna System (ATAS-100) Operation

Automatic Tuning

Enabling and initiating automatic antenna tuning with ATAS-100.

Manual Tuning

Performing manual antenna adjustments for optimal SWR.

ATAS-100 Operating Tips

Tips for deriving best performance from the ATAS-100 antenna.

Grounding

Importance of proper mechanical and RF ground connections for ATAS-100.

Operation on 30/17/12 Meters

Guidance for operating the ATAS-100 on specified bands.

FC-20 Automatic Antenna Tuner Operation

Antenna Tuner Memory System

How the FC-20 stores impedance matching data for instant adjustment.

Memory System Operation

QMB Channel Programming/Recall

Storing and recalling frequencies using Quick Memory Bank channels.

QMB Channel Storage

Procedure for storing frequency data into QMB channels.

QMB Channel Recall

Recalling stored frequencies from QMB channels.

Memory Operation on "Regular" Memory Channels (Channel #001 TO #300)

Storing and recalling data in the 300 standard memory channels.

Memory Channel Storage

Steps for storing frequency data into regular memory channels.

Memory Channel Recall

Recalling stored frequencies from regular memory channels.

Memory Operation on Split-Frequency Memory Channels (CHANNEL DUP 001 TO DUP 020)

Storing and recalling split frequencies for DX operations.

Memory Channel Storage

Procedure for storing split frequency data.

Split Memory Channel Recall

Recalling stored split frequencies.

Memory Operation on Home Channels (CHANNELS HOM 001 TO HOM 004)

Using special one-touch HOME channels for frequent frequencies.

Home Channel Storage

Storing frequency data into HOME channels.

Home Channel Recall

Recalling stored frequencies from HOME channels.

Memory Mode Accessories

Accessories related to memory mode operations.

Moving Memory Data to VFO

Transferring stored memory data to a VFO.

Deleting Data from a Memory Channel

Procedure for deleting stored frequency data from a memory channel.

WeatherFax Monitoring

Spectrum Scope Operation

Smart Search™ Operation

Scanning Operation

Scanning Operation

Fundamental scanning capabilities in VFO, Memory, and PMS modes.

Scan Skip Programming (Memory Mode Only)

Marking memory channels to be skipped during scanning.

Programmable Memory Scan (PMS) Operation

Limiting scanning or tuning within specified frequency ranges.

Scan-Resume Choices

Selecting how the scanner resumes after detecting a signal.

Dual Watch Operation

Monitoring two frequencies simultaneously by periodic switching.

Menu Operation

Menu Selections

Overview of the Menu System for transceiver customization.

Menu Item 01 [Dial Pulse]

Setting the speed of the MAIN DIAL knob for frequency tuning.

Menu Item 03 [Scan Mode]

Selecting the desired scan-resume mode.

Menu Item 05 [Resume]

Setting the delay time for scanner resume.

Menu Item 10 [CW ID]

Enabling/disabling CW identifier during ARTS operation.

Menu Item 12 [Tone Freq]

Setting the CTCSS Tone frequency.

Menu Item 15 [Scope Moni]

Selecting the sweep mode for the Spectrum Scope feature.

Menu Item 16 [Dsp Mic Eq]

Setting the DSP microphone equalization pattern.

Menu Item 18 [Dsp Lpf]

Adjusting the high-cut characteristics of the DSP LPF filter.

Menu Item 21 [Hf Tx Po]

Setting the maximum power level for the HF band.

Menu Item 25 [Mic Gain]

Setting the microphone gain level for SSB and AM modes.

Menu Item 27 [Camp Level]

Setting the compression level for the AF speech processor.

Menu Item 30 [Tot Time]

Selecting the Time-Out Timer duration.

Menu Item 33 [Fm Dev]

Selecting the maximum deviation for FM operation.

Menu Item 34 [Afsk Mode]

Selecting the mode and sideband for AFSK operation.

Menu Item 40 [Hf Rpt Shift]

Setting the repeater shift magnitude for the 28 MHz band.

Menu Item 44 [144 Ars]

Activating/deactivating Automatic Repeater Shift on 144 MHz band.

Menu Item 46 [Keyer Type]

Selecting the keyer paddle operating mode.

Menu Item 50 [Cw Pitch]

Setting the pitch of the CW sidetone and filter frequencies.

Menu Item 54 [Vox Gain]

Setting the gain of the VOX circuitry's input audio detector.

Menu Item 56 [Sql/Rf Gain]

Selecting the operation of the SQL/RF knob.

Menu Item 57 [Lock Mode]

Selecting the operation of the front panel's LOCK key.

Menu Item 61 [Tuner/Atas]

Selecting tuner or ATAS-100 to be controlled via the TUN key.

Menu Item 66 [5167.5 kHz]: U.S.A. Version only

Enabling Tx/Rx operation on the Alaska Emergency Channel.

CAT System Programming

CAT Data Protocol

Understanding the command structure and byte format for CAT control.

Constructing and Sending CAT Commands

Examples of creating and sending CAT commands to the transceiver.

Opcode Command Chart

Reference chart for CAT command opcodes and their parameters.

Note 1: Status Update

Information about reading transceiver status updates via CAT commands.

CPU Resetting and Memory Backup

Reset Procedures

Procedures for resetting the microprocessor to factory defaults.

In Case of Trouble ...

Transceiver will not turn on:

Troubleshooting steps for when the transceiver does not power on.

No audio output is being heard:

Troubleshooting steps for lack of audio output.

Signals appear on S-meter, but poor/low audio:

Troubleshooting steps for weak audio with S-meter activity.

Cannot transmit:

Troubleshooting steps for inability to transmit.

FM Mode

Troubleshooting specific issues related to FM mode operation.

Data Modes

Troubleshooting specific issues related to digital mode operations.

Blank display or erratic microprocessor function:

Troubleshooting for display or microprocessor malfunctions.

CAT data transfer problems:

Troubleshooting CAT system data transfer issues.

Installation of Optional Accessorise

Optional Filters XF-117CN/XF-117A

Procedure for installing optional IF filters XF-117CN and XF-117A.

FT-100 Display Icon Summary

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