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Yaesu VR-5000 User Manual

Yaesu VR-5000
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OPERATING MANUAL
VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD.
4-8-8 Nakameguro, Meguro-Ku, Tokyo 153-8644, Japan
VERTEX STANDARD
US Headquarters
10900 Walker Street, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A.
YAESU EUROPE B.V.
P.O. Box 75525, 1118 ZN Schiphol, The Netherlands
YAESU UK LTD.
Unit 12, Sun Valley Business Park, Winnall Close
Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 0LB, U.K.
VERTEX STANDARD HK LTD.
Unit 5, 20/F., Seaview Centre, 139-141 Hoi Bun Road,
Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong

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Yaesu VR-5000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandYaesu
ModelVR-5000
CategoryReceiver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Initial Inspection

Check the VR-5000 for physical damage upon unpacking.

Supplied Accessories

Lists items included with the VR-5000 receiver.

Available Options

Lists optional enhancement units for the VR-5000.

Front Panel Controls & Switches

Main Volume and Squelch Knobs

Controls for audio volume of MAIN and SUB VFOs and squelch threshold.

Sub Tone Knob

Adjusts receiver audio characteristics for SUB VFO.

Phones Jack

Connects headphones to the receiver, disabling the internal speaker.

Power (PWR) Knob

Main on/off switch for the VR-5000 receiver.

LCD Display Overview

Details the liquid crystal display segments and icons.

Function Keys

Explains the primary function keys on the front panel.

Width and Band Scope Step Keys

Controls for Band Scope sweep width and step size.

Scan and M-S Scan Keys

Activates scanning functions and M-S scanning feature.

PMS and Clear Keys

Controls for Programmable Memory Scan and clearing functions.

Dimension and Priority Keys

Adjusts display brightness and priority channel operation.

PS and Command Keys

Recalls preset memories and executes command functions.

Step, V/M, and Bank Keys

Controls for step selection, VFO/Memory modes, and memory banks.

Up/Down Tuning and Keypad Input

Frequency tuning and direct frequency entry methods.

F Key and DSP Key Functions

Activates alternate functions and the DSP unit.

Dial Tuning Knob

Primary tuning control for frequency, memory, and settings.

Rear Panel Connections

DC Power Input Jack

Connection point for the DC power supply adapter.

Mute and Antenna Terminals

MUTE jack and ANT B terminal for external connections.

Antenna A Jack and Switch

Connects low-impedance antennas and selects between ANT A/B.

External Speaker and Record Output Jacks

Jacks for external speaker and constant level audio output.

Accessory Power and IF Output Jacks

+8V DC output and 10.7 MHz IF output jacks.

CAT Interface Jack

Serial port for computer control via RS-232C.

Installation

Receiver Placement and Power

Guidelines for optimal placement and connecting power sources.

Antenna Considerations and Safety

Guidance on antenna placement, types, and essential safety precautions.

Antenna Setup for Low/HF Bands

Recommendations for antennas below 2 MHz and for short-wave (HF) reception.

Antenna Setup for VHF/UHF and Switching

Advice on antennas for VHF/UHF bands and how to switch between antenna inputs.

Rear Panel Terminal Connections

Connecting MUTE, REC, and External Speaker jacks for audio and synchronization.

Rear Panel Accessory and IF Jacks

Utilizing +8V DC output and 10.7 MHz IF output jacks.

Basic Operation

Introduction and Power On/Off

Overview of VFO system and procedure for turning the radio on/off.

Adjusting Volume, Squelch, and Tone

How to set audio levels, mute background noise, and adjust audio characteristics.

Frequency Navigation and Keypad Entry

Tuning using the DIAL knob, up/down keys, and direct keypad frequency entry.

Mode Selection

How to manually select receiving modes or use AUTO mode.

Channel Step and Dual Receive

Adjusting tuning increments and using MAIN/SUB VFOs simultaneously.

Setting the Internal Clock

Step-by-step guide to setting the current time and UTC.

Receiving Short-Wave Broadcast Stations

Using the pre-programmed memory bank for quick tuning of SW broadcasts.

Modifying Broadcast Station Frequencies

Procedure to update frequencies for the SW broadcast list.

Memory Operation

Main Memory System Overview

Introduction to the 2000 main memory channels and their grouping.

Memory Storage and Recall Procedures

How to save frequencies into memory channels and groups, and how to retrieve them.

Recalling All Memory Channels

Configuring the receiver to recall all memories, bypassing group selection.

Enhanced Memory Channel Operations

Advanced features like offset tuning, naming memories, and keypad entry sequences.

Naming Memory Groups

Assigning labels to memory groups for better organization.

Memory Protection Feature

Preventing accidental modification of stored memory data.

Masking and Unmasking Memory Channels

Hiding or revealing specific memory channels during scanning.

Alpha-Numeric Memory Recall Search

Searching and recalling memory channels using their assigned text labels.

Programmable Memory Recall (PMR) Board

Monitoring up to 50 memory channels simultaneously.

PMR Board Channel Management

Installing, monitoring, and deleting channels from the PMR Board.

Memory Channel Sorting Options

Sorting memories by tag, frequency, mode, or channel number.

Channel Number Sorting

Sorting by ascending/descending channel number, deleting vacant ones.

PS (PreSet) Memory Channels

Using five convenient PS memories for quick recall.

PS Memory Channel Storage and Recall

Storing and retrieving frequencies using PS memory channels.

Scanning

Scan-Stop Technique Settings

Configuring how the scanner stops on signals (Normal, S-Meter, Voice).

S-METER Scanning Setup

Detailed procedure for setting up S-METER scanning.

VOICE Scanning Setup

Procedure for setting up voice-activated scanning.

Scan-Resume Technique Settings

How the scanner resumes after stopping on a signal (Delay, Pause, Hold).

Scan-Resume for VFO/PMS and Memory Scanning

Configuring resume techniques for VFO and PMS modes, and Memory scanning.

Sweeping All Memory Banks and Channel Skip

Configuring scanner to sweep all memories and skipping specific channels.

VFO Scanning Operation

Initiating and controlling scanning across VFO frequencies.

Programmable (Band Limit) Memory Scan (PMS)

Setting custom scan limits for specific frequency ranges.

PMS Scan Programming and Operation

Steps to define and use band limits for scanning.

Adjusting PMS Scanner Settings

Changing PMS registers, scan stop modes, and other parameters.

M-S SCAN Operation and Dwell Timers

Scanning between MAIN/SUB VFOs and setting scanner dwell timers.

Band Scope Operation

Activating and Using the Band Scope

Visualizing activity across frequencies and adjusting scope parameters.

Smart Search Operation

Configuring Smart Search Memory Bank

Setting up a memory bank for automatic frequency loading.

Initiating and Controlling Smart Search

Starting, stopping, and disabling the Smart Search function.

Recalling Smart Search Memories

Accessing frequencies captured by the Smart Search.

Priority Operation

Setting Up Priority Monitoring

Designating a priority channel and configuring monitoring parameters.

Initiating and Disabling Priority Operation

Starting and stopping the priority channel check.

Adjusting Priority Polling Time

Changing the interval for checking the priority channel.

World Clock

Displaying Registered Area Names

Viewing time zones and locations worldwide.

Customizing Area Names

Modifying default area names for the World Clock display.

Timer Operation

ON/OFF Timer Programming

Setting up automatic frequency switching at preset times.

ON/OFF Timer Operation and Deletion

Activating, disabling, and deleting ON/OFF timer settings.

Sleep Timer Functionality

Setting the radio to automatically turn off after a specified duration.

Alarm Timer Functionality

Setting the radio to turn on automatically at a preset time.

DSP Operation

DSP Notch and Bandpass Filters

Using Notch and Bandpass filters to enhance reception quality.

DSP CW Peaking Filter Setup

Activating a narrow filter for crowded CW conditions.

DSP Noise Reduction and CW Pitch

Applying noise reduction and adjusting CW tone frequency.

Miscellaneous Features

RF Attenuator, Noise Blanker, and RF Tune

Controlling RF attenuation, noise blanking, and passband tuning.

Keypad Beeper Control

Enabling or disabling the keypad's audible feedback.

Locking Front Panel Controls

Preventing accidental changes by locking panel controls.

Display Adjustments and F Key Timer

Adjusting contrast, dimmer, and the [F] key's alternate function duration.

Voice Synthesizer and Digital Voice Recorder

Enabling frequency announcements and recording/playback of audio.

Field Strength Meter Display

Showing relative signal strength compared to a baseline.

Audio Wave Meter and R/C Channel Monitoring

Visualizing audio waveforms and monitoring Radio Control channels.

Cloning

Radio Data Cloning Procedure

Transferring memory and configuration data between VR-5000 units.

CAT Operation

Computer Aided Transceiver (CAT) System Overview

Using a PC for automated control of VFO and receiving modes.

CAT Data Protocol and Command Structure

Details on serial data, byte format, and command opcodes for PC control.

Reset

Microprocessor Resetting Procedure

Restoring the VR-5000 to its factory default settings.

Installation of the Optional Accessories

Voice Synthesizer Unit (DSP-1) Installation

Guide for installing the DSP-1 unit.

Digital Voice Memory Unit (DVS-4) Installation

Guide for installing the DVS-4 unit.

Voice Synthesizer Unit (FVS-1A) Installation

Guide for installing the FVS-1A unit.

"AUTO" Mode Preset Operating Parameters

Frequency Range, Mode, and Step Settings

Table of default frequency ranges, modes, and steps for AUTO mode.

Specifications

Key Technical Specifications Overview

Summary of frequency range, modes, sensitivity, power, and dimensions.

Regulatory Compliance

Scanner Receiver Limitations

Notes on scanner capabilities and user modification restrictions.

FCC and IC Compliance Statements

Declarations regarding compliance with FCC and Industry Canada rules.

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