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Yaesu FTdx5000MP User Manual

Yaesu FTdx5000MP
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HF/50 MH
Z
T
RANSCEIVER
FTDX5000 S
ERIES
O
PERATING
M
ANUAL
VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD.
4-8-8 Nakameguro, Meguro-Ku, Tokyo 153-8644, Japan
VERTEX STANDARD U.S.A. Inc.
6125 Phyllis Drive, Cypress, California 90630, U.S.A.
YAESU UK LTD.
Unit 12, Sun Valley Business Park, Winnall Close
Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 0LB, U.K.
VERTEX STANDARD HK LTD.
Unit 1306-1308, 13F., Millennium City 2, 378 Kwun Tong Road,
Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong
VERTEX STANDARD
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AUSTRALIA
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PTY., LTD.
Tally Ho Business Park, 10 Wesley Court, East Burwood, VIC, 3151

Table of Contents

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Yaesu FTdx5000MP Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeHF/50 MHz Transceiver
Receiver TypeTriple conversion superheterodyne
IF DSPYes
DisplayLCD
Antenna ConnectorsSO-239
ModesSSB, CW, AM, FM, RTTY, PSK31
RF Output Power200 W
Image Rejection80 dB
IF Rejection80 dB
Supply Voltage13.8 V
Weight15 kg
IF Frequency69.450 MHz
Power SupplyExternal
Frequency Range160m to 6m

Summary

About This Manual

General Description

VRF (Variable RF Front-End Filter)

Provides exceptional protection from strong nearby signals and serves as a high-performance Preselector.

IPO (Intercept Point Optimization)

Optimizes receiver front-end characteristics for current noise level and signal strength.

Accessories & Options

Supplied Accessories

Lists all accessories included with the transceiver.

Available Options

Lists optional accessories that can enhance transceiver functionality.

Before You Begin

Resetting the Microprocessor

Procedures for resetting memories, menu settings, or performing a full reset.

Connecting AC Power

Instructions for connecting the transceiver to AC power.

Extending the Front Feet

Guide on how to extend the front feet for better viewing angle.

Adjusting the Main Tuning Dial Torque

Instructions on how to adjust the torque of the main tuning dial knob.

Installation and Interconnections

Antenna Considerations

Guidance on antenna impedance and connection for optimal performance.

About Coaxial Cable

Recommendations for using high-quality 50-Ohm coaxial cable.

Grounding

Ensuring an effective ground system for safety and performance.

Connection of Antenna and Power Cables

Proper connection procedures for antenna and power cables.

Connection of Microphone and Headphone

Instructions for connecting microphone and headphone jacks.

Key, Keyer, and Computer-Driven Keying Interconnections

Connecting CW keying devices and computer interfaces.

VL-1000 Linear Amplifier Interconnections

Connecting the VL-1000 linear amplifier.

Interfacing to Other Linear Amplifiers

Guidelines for connecting other linear amplifiers.

Plug/Connector Pinout Diagrams

Front Panel Controls & Switches

Power and Status Indicators

Descriptions of the power switch and status indicators.

Front Panel I/O Jacks

Details on the PHONES, KEY, and Microphone connectors.

Mode and Function Controls

Descriptions of controls like DIM, MOX, VOX, TUNE, MONI, PROC, RX ANT, ANT 1-4.

Receiver Front-End Adjustments

Controls for adjusting receiver performance: ATT, IPO, R.FLT.

Gain and Noise Reduction Controls

Controls for AGC, MONI/PROC, NB/SQL.

Microphone and RF Power Controls

Controls for microphone gain and RF power output.

Tuning and Audio Controls

Controls for tuning speed, audio gain, and AF gain.

VFO and Memory Selection Controls

Controls for selecting VFOs, memory banks, and narrow filters.

Split and Special Mode Controls

Controls for split operation, TX watch, Class-A, and custom switch.

Clarifier and Group Selection Controls

Controls for clarifier, band/memory selection, and VFO switching.

Filter and Signal Processing Controls

Controls for VRF, SHIFT, and CONT/APF filters.

Noise Reduction and Keyer Controls

Controls for Noise Blanker, Keyer, Spot, and Break-in.

Display Indications (Left Side)

VFO-A Display Information

Details on the VFO-A Block Diagram and Status Indicators.

VFO-B Display Information

Details on the VFO-B Receiver S-Meter, Block Diagram, and Status Indicators.

Display Indications (Right Side)

VFO-A Frequency Display

Description of the VFO-A frequency display.

Front Panel Indicator Descriptions

Explanations for various indicators on the front panel.

Rear Panel Connections

Antenna and Ground Connections

Details on connecting antennas, ground, and related ports.

Accessory and Data Ports

Information on connecting accessories like µ-TUNE, ROTATOR, and data ports.

Audio, Control, and Data Jacks

Descriptions of audio output, control, and data jacks on the rear panel.

FH-2 Switches

Basic Operation: Receiving on Amateur Bands

Initial Setup and Controls

Steps for initial transceiver setup and control adjustments.

Frequency and Mode Selection

Guidance on selecting operating frequency, bands, and modes.

Clarifier Operation

How to use the Clarifier function for frequency offset.

Convenience Features

DUAL RECEIVE

Enables simultaneous reception on two frequencies.

P.BACK (Audio Playback) from Main (VFO-A) Receiver

Features for recording and playing back received audio.

“My Bands” Operation

Customizes band selection loop for easier operation.

Band Stack Operation

Stores multiple frequencies/modes for each band.

C.S (Custom Switch)

Allows programming a menu selection for quick access.

Rotator Control Functions

Controls for operating a compatible antenna rotator.

More Frequency Navigation Techniques

Keyboard Frequency Entry

Method for directly entering frequencies using the keypad.

Dial and Button Tuning Methods

Using dial and buttons for frequency tuning and scanning.

Receiver Operation (Front End Block Diagram)

Convenience Features

IPO (Intercept Point Optimization)

Optimizes receiver front-end characteristics for signal strength.

ATT

Adjusts RF attenuation to reduce strong signal interference.

RF Gain (SSB/CW/AM Modes)

Manual adjustment of receiver RF and IF stages gain.

Advanced Interference-Suppression Features: RF Front End

Using the VRF (Variable RF Front-End Filter)

Enhances receiver performance by suppressing out-of-band signals.

Interference Rejection (Signals Off Frequency by Just a Few KHZ)

R.FLT (Roofing Filters)

Provides protection for subsequent stages from overload interference.

Interference Rejection (Signals Within 3 KHZ)

Contour Control Operation

Adjusts IF filter passband for signal suppression or enhancement.

IF Shift Operation (SSB/CW/RTTY/PKT Modes)

Varies DSP filter passband to reduce or eliminate interference.

Width (IF DSP Bandwidth) Tuning (SSB/CW/RTTY/PKT Modes)

Adjusts the width of the DSP IF filter passband.

Using IF Shift and Width Together (SSB/CW/RTTY/PKT/AM Modes)

Combines IF Shift and Width for effective interference fighting.

IF Notch Filter Operation (SSB/CW/RTTY/PKT/AM Modes)

Slices out interfering beat notes or carrier signals from the passband.

Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) Operation

Reduces random noise levels using various algorithms.

Digital Notch Filter (DNF) Operation

An auto-notch filter to null out interfering beat notes.

Narrow (NAR) One-Touch IF Filter Selection

Engages a narrow IF DSP filter with a single button press.

IF Noise Blanker (NB) Operation

Reduces pulse noise caused by automotive ignition systems.

Tools for Comfortable and Effective Reception

AGC (Automatic Gain Control)

Manages receiver gain to maintain constant audio level.

Mute Feature (VFO-A Band)

Temporarily silences VFO-A receiver for focused listening.

Adjustable Receiver Audio Filter

Provides independent control of low and upper audio ranges.

SSB/AM Mode Transmission

Using the Automatic Antenna Tuner

ATU Operation

Procedure for tuning the antenna using the built-in ATU.

About ATU Operation

Explanation of ATU functionality and memory usage.

Enhancing Transmit Signal Quality

Parametric Microphone Equalizer (SSB/AM/FM Modes)

Adjusts low, mid, and treble ranges for voice waveform.

Using the Speech Processor (SSB Mode)

Increases talk power via compression for improved intelligibility.

Adjusting the SSB Transmitted Bandwidth (SSB Mode)

Variations in bandwidth for fidelity or talk power.

Low-Distortion Class-A Operation (SSB Mode)

Provides ultra-low distortion products during SSB operation.

Transmitter Convenience Features

Voice Memory (SSB/AM/FM Modes)

Stores and plays back voice messages using FH-2 keypad.

VOX (Automatic TX/RX Switching Using Voice Control: SSB/AM/FM Modes)

Enables hands-free transmission activation via voice.

Monitor (SSB/AM/FM Modes)

Listens to the quality of the transmitted signal.

Split Operation Using the TX Clarifier (VFO-A Operation)

Utilizes TX Clarifier for split TX/RX operation.

Split-Frequency Operation

Advanced split frequency operation using Main and Sub VFOs.

VFO Tracking Feature

Tunes VFO-A and VFO-B frequencies together.

Quick Split Operation

Sets a one-touch offset of +5 kHz for transmit frequency.

CW Mode Operation

Setup for Straight Key (and Straight Key Emulation) Operation

Connecting and setting up for straight key or emulation operation.

Keyer Terminology

Definitions for Semi-break-in and Full break-in (QSK) operation.

Using the Built-in Electronic Keyer

Instructions for using the integrated electronic keyer.

Full Break-in (QSK) Operation

Configures the transceiver for full break-in CW operation.

Keyer Weight and Mode Configuration

Setting keyer weight ratio and operating mode.

CW Convenience Features

CW Spotting (Zero-Beating)

A technique for precisely matching frequencies with other stations.

Using CW Reverse

Tips for receiving using the opposite sideband to eliminate interference.

Audio Peak Filter

Provides a narrow audio bandwidth to reduce interference.

CW Delay Time Setting

Adjusts hang time for semi-break-in CW operation.

CW Pitch Adjustment

Adjusts receiver passband center and CW carrier offset pitch.

Contest Memory Keyer

Stores and recalls CW messages for contests.

Checking CW Memory Contents

Verifies stored CW memory contents without transmitting.

On-Air CW Message Playback

Transmits programmed CW messages.

Transmitting in Beacon Mode

Automatically transmits a beacon message repetitively.

Text Memory Programming

Programs CW messages using text entry.

Contest Number Programming

Sets or resets the contest number for QSOs.

Decrementing Contest Number

Reduces the current contest number by one.

FM Mode Operation

Basic Operation

Steps for selecting FM mode and basic operation.

Repeater Operation

Procedures for operating through FM repeaters.

Memory Operation

Convenient Memory Functions

Overview of memory storage capabilities.

QMB (Quick Memory Bank)

Features five quick memories for operating parameters.

Regular Memory Operation

Storage and recall of up to 99 memories.

Memory Group Assignment

Organizes memories into up to six groups.

Choosing the Desired Memory Group

Recalls memories within a specific memory group.

Operation on Alaska Emergency Frequency: 5167.5 kHz (U.S. Version Only)

VFO and Memory Scanning

VFO Scanning

Scans VFO frequencies until a signal is detected.

Memory Scan

Scans stored memory channels until a signal is detected.

PMS (Programmable Memory Scanning)

Packet Operation

Packet Setup (Including Subcarrier Frequency)

Configures radio settings for packet data modes.

Basic Setup

Ensures basic radio configuration for packet operation.

RTTY (Radio Teletype) Operation

Setting Up for RTTY Operation

Steps to configure the radio for RTTY communication.

Basic Setup

Ensures fundamental settings for RTTY operation.

Miscellaneous AFSK-Based Data Modes

About the Transverter Output Terminal

Setup

Connecting and configuring transverter use.

Setting the Transverter Frequency Offset

Adjusts display to show transverter operating frequencies.

Menu Mode

Using the Menu

Navigating and adjusting transceiver settings via the menu system.

Menu Mode Reset

Restores all menu settings to factory defaults.

AGC Group

Menu items related to Automatic Gain Control settings.

Display Group

Menu items for customizing display settings.

DVS Group

Menu items for voice memory settings.

Keyer Group

Menu items for configuring the electronic keyer.

General Group

General transceiver settings and functions.

Mode-AM Group

Menu items specific to AM mode operation.

Mode-CW Group

Menu items specific to CW mode operation.

Mode-DAT Group

Menu items specific to data modes like Packet.

Mode-FM Group

Menu items specific to FM mode operation.

Mode-PKT Group

Menu items specific to Packet mode operation.

Mode-RTY Group

Menu items specific to RTTY mode operation.

Mode-SSB Group

Menu items specific to SSB mode operation.

RX DSP Group

Menu items for receiver Digital Signal Processing.

Scope Group

Menu items for Spectrum Scope settings.

Tuning Group

Menu items for tuning dial and step adjustments.

TX Audio Group

Menu items for transmitting audio equalization.

TX Gnrl Group

General transmitter settings including bias and power.

Specifications

General

Technical specifications for frequency ranges and power consumption.

Transmitter

Technical specifications for transmitter output and modulation.

Receiver

Technical specifications for receiver circuit type and sensitivity.

Installation of the Optional Roofing Filter (XF-126CN)

FCC Notice

Declaration of Conformity

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