Yaesu FT-101EX User Manual

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Yaesu FT-101EX Specifications

General

Brand	Yaesu
Model	FT-101EX
Category	Transceiver
Language	English

Summary

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Transceiver Overview and Performance

Describes the model, its high-performance capabilities, and operation modes.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

Base Station Setup Requirements

Covers AC voltage, grounding, and potential damage warnings.

Mobile Installation and Powering

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS AND SWITCHES

Frequency Tuning and VFO Controls

Mode Selection and Operation Switches

Gain, Level, and Metering Controls

OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES

Initial Setup and Frequency Selection

Receiver Calibration and Tuning

Steps for calibrating the receiver using the calibrator.

Transmitter Tune-Up and Optimization

Procedures for pre-tuning and final tuning transmitter output.

Mode Operation (SSB, CW, AM)

Specific instructions for operating in SSB, CW, and AM modes.

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION BY MODULE

IF Units and Complement Overview

Audio, Modulator, and Power Regulator Units

VFO, Noise Blanker, and Processor Units

MAIN CHASSIS COMPONENTS

Power Supply and Preselector Systems

Final Amplifier and Metering Systems

Description of the final amplifier stages and the metering system.

ALIGNMENT AND CALIBRATION

Required Test Equipment

List of necessary tools for alignment.

Sensitivity, Threshold, and VOX Adjustments

Procedures for S-meter, Noise Blanker, and VOX adjustments.

Mode-Specific Operational Alignments

Adjustments for CW Sidetone, Carrier Balance, ALC, RF Processor, Voltage Regulator, Clarifier.

Final Amplifier and Transmitter Tuning

Procedures for bias, neutralization, power output, and stage tuning.