COMMON TASKS
Yaesu FT-8800R Operating Manual (courtesy of W5JCK) Page 27 of 83
Program Band Limits for VFO Mode
The FT−8800R contains ten sets of band-edge memories, also know as Programmable Memory
Scan (PMS) channels, labeled L1/U1 through L10/U10.
This feature allows you to set sub-band limits for either scanning or manual VFO operation.
For example, you might wish to set up a limit (in North America) of 144.300 MHz to 148.000
MHz so as to prevent encroachment into the SSB/CW “Weak Signal” portion of the band
below 144.300 MHz.
Here’s how to do this:
1. Set the FT−8800R to the VFO mode by pressing the key, if necessary.
2. Tune to 144.300 MHz on the Main band.
3. Press and hold in the SET key for ½ second. A memory number will appear
(blinking) on the display.
4. Within ten seconds of pressing the SET key, use the DIAL knob, or the
microphone’s and buttons, to select the PMS channel L1 (the “L”
designates the Lower sub-band limit).
The PMS channels (L1/U1 through L10/U10) are located before Memory
Channel 1 and after Memory Channel 512.
5. Press the SET key momentarily to save the entry and exit to normal operation.
6. Tune to 148.000 MHz on the Main band and repeat steps 3 through 5 to store
148.000 MHz into PMS channel U1 (the “U” designates the Upper sub-band limit).
7. Switch to the Memory mode by pressing the key momentarily, then rotate the
DIAL knob to select Memory Channel L1.
8. Press and hold in the key for ½ second to start PMS operation; the MT icon will
appear on the display. Tuning and scanning (engaged by pressing the key
momentarily) will now be limited within the just-programmed range. 0.
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