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General| Antenna Impedance | 50 ohms |
|---|---|
| Supply Voltage | 13.8 V DC ±15% |
| Modes | SSB, CW, AM, FM |
| Receiver Type | Double conversion superheterodyne |
| Image Rejection | >70 dB |
| IF Rejection | 70dB |
| Antenna Connector | SO-239 |
| Current Consumption | TX: 22 A |
Details frequency range, modes, power output, modulation types, and other technical parameters.
Covers receiver sensitivity, squelch, selectivity, and audio output characteristics.
Lists items included with the transceiver and optional accessories for purchase.
Diagrams and pin assignments for various transceiver connectors.
Guidance on DC power connection, polarity, and mobile installation tips.
Importance of effective ground systems for base and mobile stations.
Guidance on antenna impedance, connectors, coaxial cables, and mobile installations.
Information on FCC RF exposure regulations and electromagnetic compatibility.
Ensuring proper ventilation and using the base station wire stand.
General guidelines for connecting accessories and linear amplifier interfacing.
Details on connecting linear amplifiers via RF output and T/R control lines.
Connecting and operating VHF/UHF preamplifiers with the transceiver.
Connecting TNCs for AFSK modes and receiver accessories.
Detailed instructions for connecting an FM Packet TNC.
Connecting CW accessories and receiver data interfaces.
Description of essential controls like MIC, PWR, SQL, ATT, AGC, PROC, RF AMP, NB, MONI, AF/RF.
Explanation of POWER, MOX, TUNER, and PHONE controls.
Details on MIC, PWR, SQL, ATT, AGC, PROC, RF AMP, NB, MONI, AF/RF controls.
Functionality of S.SRCH, NAR, MODE switches, and VOICE switch.
Explanation of FAST, VFO, SHUTTLE JOG, LOCK, SATELLITE, HOME, VFO/M, TRACK controls.
Description of SPLIT, SAT, MCK/W, AuB, and SUB switches.
Details on Keypad, SHIFT, DSP FIL, NOTCH, NR, CLAR, SUB-TUNE, MENU, MEM/VFO CH, QMB.
Explains command icons, band operating icons, and S-meter.
Details DSP, tuner status, CAT, and tone indicators.
Details DC power, GND, KEY, CAT, TUNER, PKT, and DATA IN/OUT connectors.
Describes SP, EXT PTT, EXT ALC, STBY, and coaxial antenna connectors.
Steps for initial setup including power, ground, antennas, and control presets.
A step-by-step guide to basic transceiver operation.
Methods for frequency setting and using VFOs.
Using SHUTTLE JOG, LOCK switch for controls.
Functionality of MEM/VFO CH knob and scanning keys.
Using BAND/MHz keys and keypad for frequency entry.
Details on RF Preamplifiers (internal/external) and RF Gain control.
Functionality of IF Noise Blanker, Clarifier, and DSP Noise Reduction.
Explains DSP Noise Reduction, Squelch, and Voice Synthesizer.
Details on Metering functions and Narrow IF Filters.
Explanation of IF SHIFT control and DSP Bandpass Filters.
Functionality of DSP Notch Filter and CW Reverse mode.
Procedure for basic SSB transmission using microphone and controls.
Using the RF Speech Processor and Voice Monitor.
Steps for SSB transmission with microphone and PTT.
Adjusting SSB TX Frequency Response (Carrier Point).
Operating CW with straight keys or external keyers.
Adjusting CW sidetone volume, pitch, and delay.
Using the built-in electronic keyer and CW SPOT feature.
Procedure for basic FM transmission.
Using MEM/VFO CH knob for FM channel tuning.
Simplex operation, repeater shift control, and 1750 Hz tone access.
Using CTCSS Encoder/Decoder and setting tone frequencies.
Details on DCS and DTMF (Autopatch) operation.
Procedure for selecting DCS codes.
Setup and considerations for cross-band repeater operation.
Configuring the FT-847 for 1200 or 9600 bps packet operation.
Using the DATA IN/OUT jack for AFSK RTTY/Data modes.
Procedure for AM transmission using an early-stage modulator.
Enabling TX/RX on the Alaska Emergency Channel (U.S.A. version only).
How to operate the optional FC-20 Automatic Antenna Tuner.
Guidelines for using the FC-20's memory system.
Procedure for automatic tuning of the ATAS-100 antenna system.
Guidance on ATAS-100 grounding, external wattmeters, and band operation.
Demonstrates split frequency operation for DX work.
Step-by-step guide for operating an analog voice satellite.
Lists satellite transponder data and explains satellite metering options.
Storing and labeling satellite memory registers.
Explains QMB memory storage and recall.
Procedure for storing frequencies in normal memory channels.
Storing split frequency pairs into memory channels.
How to recall stored memory channels.
Storing and recalling "HOME" channel frequencies.
Procedures for erasing individual and all memories.
How to use the Smart Search™ feature for automatic channel loading.
Description of the Priority Channel feature for checking activity.
Explanation of the transceiver's scanning capabilities.
How to skip busy channels during memory scanning.
Using "L" and "U" memories to scan sub-bands.
Instructions for monitoring HF WeatherFax broadcasts.
How to activate the menu system and set parameters.
A comprehensive list of menu items and their functions.
Details on menu items related to display, frequency steps, and CW pitch.
Details on menu items for filters, CTCSS, DCS, and ARS.
Details on menu items for monitor level, beep, packet, TX meter, FM preset, and resume.
Details on menu items for lock settings, antenna ports, and preamplifiers.
Details on menu items for tuner, scan, filters, and metering.
Details on menu items for cross-band repeater and DCS coding.
Details on menu items for tuner, scan, filters, tags, CAT rate, and memory clear.
Introduction to controlling the transceiver via a personal computer.
A chart detailing CAT command opcodes and parameters.
Explanation of CAT data protocol, byte format, and command construction.
Steps for cloning frequency and memory data between FT-847 units.
Instructions for installing optional CW and SSB filters.
Instructions for installing the optional Voice Synthesizer Unit.
Steps to reset the microprocessor to factory defaults.
Guidance for common problems like no power, no audio, transmission issues.
Further troubleshooting for FM, Data modes, Scanning, Memory, CAT, and QSL cards.
Introduction to Earth-Moon-Earth (EME) communication.
Tutorial for EME contacts, Doppler shift, and QSO procedures.
Configuration and connections for HSCW Meteor Scatter.
Setting controls and operating tutorial for HSCW Meteor Scatter.
Information on reports and sending speed for HSCW Meteor Scatter.
