Yaesu Musen 03770X30 HF/VHF/UHF TRANSCEIVER User Manual Operating Manual 1

Yaesu Musen Co., Ltd. HF/VHF/UHF TRANSCEIVER Operating Manual 1

Operating Manual-1

HF/VHF/UHFALL MODE TRANSCEIVERFT-818Operating Manual
ContentsIntroduction .............................................................1Accessories & Options ............................................2Supplied Accessories ............................................2Available Options .................................................2Plug Pinout ..............................................................3Installation ...............................................................4Connecting the Supplied YHA-63 Antenna ..........4Connecting the Microphone .................................5Shoulder Strap Installation ...................................5Rubber Foot Installation .......................................5Alkaline Battery Installation and Use ...................6External Power Connections.................................7SBR-32MH Ni-MH Battery Pack Installation and Use ........................................................................8Front Panel Control & Switches ..........................10Side Panel Switch & Connectors .........................14Rear Panel Connectors .........................................15Operation ...............................................................16Turning the Transceiver On and Off ...................16Supply Voltage Display ......................................16Operating Band Selection ...................................17 Mode Selection ..................................................17Adjusting the Audio Volume Level ....................17Menu Quick Start ................................................18Adjusting the RF Gain and Squelch ...................18Setting the Operating Frequency ........................19Stacked VFO System ..........................................19Operation on 5 MHz Band (U.S. Version Only) .20Clarier (Receiver Incremental Tuning) .............21Receiver Accessories .............................................21IF SHIFT .............................................................22AGC (Automatic Gain Control) .........................23Noise Blanker .....................................................23IPO (Intercept Point Optimization) ....................23ATT (Front End Attenuator) ...............................24AM/FM DIAL .....................................................24Automatic Power-Off Feature ............................25Transmitter Operation .........................................26SSB Transmission ...............................................26CW Transmission ................................................28FM Transmission ................................................31Digital Mode Operation (SSB-Based AFSK) .....36Packet (1200/9600 bps FM) Operation...............39AM Transmission................................................40Split Frequency Operation ..................................40Time-Out Timer ..................................................41WeatherFax Monitoring ......................................41Memory Operation ...............................................42QMB Channel .....................................................42Memory Operation on “Regular” Memory Channels .............................43Memory Operation on “HOME” Channel Memories .............................46Labeling Memories .............................................47Spectrum Scope Monitor Operation ...................48Smart Search™ Operation ...................................49Scanning Operation ..............................................50Dual Watch Operation ..........................................54Operation on Alaska Emergency Frequency: 5167.5 khz (U.S. Version Only) ........55Menu Operation ....................................................56Cloning ...................................................................67Installation of Optional Accessories ....................68Optional Filters YF-122S/YF-122C/YF-122CN ...68Power-on Microprocessor Reset Procedure ........69Appendix ................................................................70BAND DATA FORMAT .....................................70Specications .........................................................71
1FT-818 Operating ManualThe FT-818 is a compact, innovative multiband, multimode portable transceiver for the amateur radio MF/HF/VHF/UHF bands. Providing coverage of the 160-10 meter bands (include the 60 m band: USA version) plus the 6 m, 2 m, and 70 cm bands, the FT-818 includes operation on the SSB, CW, AM, FM, and Digital modes, yielding the most com-prehensive performance package available for portable operation.Designed for use either from an external DC power source or internal batteries, the FT-818 provides ve watts of power output from a 13.8-Volt external power supply. When using the SBR-32MH Ni-MH Battery Pack or 8 “AA” Alkaline Cells (not supplied), the FT-818 automatically switches to 2.5 Watts of output power. Via the Menu system, “High” power may be selected during battery operation, providing as much as 6 Watts of output, depending on the operating frequency.The multi-function Liquid-Crystal Display includes Blue, Amber, and Violet backlight-ing, which may be disabled for battery conservation. The display includes bar-graph indication of power output, ALC voltage, SWR, and modulation level. Also include are a number of operating status icons, as well as the function displays for the three operating function keys ( , , and ).Among the advanced features of the FT-818 are many incorporated only in large base-station transceivers. These include Dual VFOs; Split-Frequency operation; IF Shift; Clarier (“R.I.T.”); IF Noise Blanker; AGC Fast/Slow/Auto/Off selection; RF Gain and Squelch control; IPO (Intercept Point Optimization) and a receiver front-end Attenua-tor; AM Aircraft reception; AM and FM Broadcast reception; VOX; Built-in Electronic Keyer; Adjustable CW Pitch; Automatic FM Repeater Shift (ARS); Built-in CTCSS En-coder/Decoders; ARTS™ (Auto-Range Transponder System); Smart Search™ Automatic Memory Loading System; Spectrum Scope; 200 Memories plus Home Channels and Band-limiting Memories; Alpha-Numeric Labeling of Memories; Automatic Power-Off (APO) and Time-Out Timer (TOT) functions; Computer Interface capability; and Cloning capability.We urge you to read this manual in its entirety, so as to gain a full understanding of the amazing capability of the exciting FT-818 Portable Transceiver.Introduction
2FT-818 Operating ManualSupplied acceSSOrieSMH-31A8J Hand MicrophoneSBR-32MH Ni-MH Battery Pack (9.6 V, 1900 mAh)PA-48B/C/UBattery ChargerFBA-28 Battery Case (holds 8 “AA” size Alkaline cells [not supplied])YHA-63 Whip Antenna for (50/144/430 MHz)E-DC-6 DC CableShoulder StrapFerrite CoreRubber Footavailable OptiOnSSBR-32MH Ni-MH Battery Pack (9.6 V, 1900 mAh)PA-48B/C/U Battery ChargerYF-122S Collins SSB Filter (2.3 kHz/4.7 kHz: –6 dB/–66 dB)YF-122C Collins CW Filter (500 Hz/2 kHz: –6 dB/–60 dB)YF-122CN Collins CW Filter (300 Hz/1 kHz: –6 dB/–60 dB)MH-36E8J DTMF MicrophoneCT-62 CAT Interface CableCT-39A Packet Cable: Depends on the transceiver version.Accessories & Options
3FT-818 Operating ManualPlug PinoutDATA OUT1200bpsDATA OUT9600bpsSQLGNDPTTDATA IN+13.8VBAND DATAALCTX INHRX DTX DTX GNDGNDMICFASTGNDPTTMIC MIC GND+5 VUPDOWNSIGNAL GNDMICKEYDATA ACCSP/PHINPUT DC13.8VKEYKEYNC GNDGNDDOT DASH COMMONDOT DASH COMMON
4FT-818 Operating ManualcOnnecting the Supplied Yha-63 antennaYour FT-818 is supplied with a three-section antenna, model YHA-63 which is designed for optimum performance on the 50 MHz, 144 MHz, and 430 MHz. It also works well on the FM broadcast and other VHF bands. This antenna is intended for connection to the front panel’s BNC-type antenna connector.For HF and/or 50 MHz operation, most hikers carry their own dipole or collapsible ver-tical antenna, fed by a small-diameter coaxial cable terminated in a type “M” (PL-259) plug, and these kinds of antennas may be connected to the rear panel’s antenna connector.The YHA-63 should be connected to the top panel’s “BNC” connector, using the follow-ing guidelines: For 144/430 MHz operation (only), connect the shorter cap section to the screw post on the top of the main antenna shaft, then screw the assembled YHA-63 onto the BNC connector, twisting it 1/4 turn clockwise to secure the antenna. For 50 MHz operation, unscrew the short cap section, and replace it with the long cap section. The long cap section will provide good results on 144/430 MHz, as well, but those owners not using 50 MHz may prefer the shorter total length of the YHA-63 when using the short cap on 144/430 MHz. For shortwave listening using a ran-dom-length wire antenna for recep-tion only, you may wish to consider connection of the wire between the main YHA-63 shaft and the cap, using a “spade lug” or similar lug on the end of the wire to provide a secure connection between the cap and the rest of the antenna. Menu #07 (“ANTENNA”) allows you to define which connector (“Front” or “Rear”) is used on a particular band. See page 58 for details.InstallationHF/VHF/UHF ALL MODE TRANSCEIVERTRANSMIT/BUSYBANDDWN UPMODEABC
5FT-818 Operating ManualInstallationcOnnecting the MicrOphOne To connect the microphone, plug its connector (latch side UP) into the MIC jack on the right side of the transceiver. Press it gently inward until you hear the “click” of the latch. To disconnect the microphone, press gently on the “PUSH ” label on top of the microphone connector’s rubber boot. While pressing on this spot, gently pull the connector outward from the body of the transceiver.Note: During “Digital” or “Packet” operation, it is not necessary to disconnect the micro-phone, as activation of the PTT line from the DATA connector automatically cuts off the audio input from the MIC jack.ShOulder Strap inStallatiOnThe convenient Shoulder Strap is designed for maximum comfort and security for your FT-818 transceiver. Refer to the illustration, and connect the shoulder strap to the attachment tabs just behind the front panel of the FT-818. Be sure to have the shoulder strap aligned correctly, without twists in the straps. A convenient microphone hanger is locat-ed on one end of the padded top section of the Shoulder Strap. When not in use, the microphone may be afxed here, freeing both of your hands for other tasks.rubber FOOt inStallatiOnFour Rubber Feet are provided with your FT-818, for ease of use when operating from a base station or camp table.Refer to the illustration, and afx the Rubber Feet in the appropriate locations.MICSP/PH SP PH-PUSHHF/VHF/UHF ALL MODE TRANSCEIVERTRANSMIT/BUSYBANDDWN UPMODEABCFT-817
6FT-818 Operating ManualInstallationalkaline batterY inStallatiOn and uSeThe FT-818 is supplied with the FBA-28 holder for Alkaline “AA” cells. A fresh set of Alkaline cells should provide approximately 5.5 hours of reception under typical condi-tions.1. To install or replace the AA cells, rst remove the battery cover from the bottom side of the transceiver. Slide the battery cover latch forward, as shown in the illustration, then fold the battery cover upward and set it aside temporarily.2. Install the Alkaline AA cells as shown in the illustration, paying particular attention to the correct polarity of the batteries.3. When all batteries have been successfully installed, replace the battery cover. Important Notes When the transceiver is to be stored for a long period of time without use (longer than ten days), remove the batteries from the FBA-28 holder, to avoid the pos-sibility of battery leaking causing damage to the transceiver. Inspect the FBA-28 battery holder occasionally for signs of corrosion or battery leakage, and remove the batteries immediately if any such damage is observed.The FBA-28 battery holder is designed for use solely with Alkaline type “AA” cells. Do not attempt to use Ni-Cd or other rechargeable cells in the FBA-28, because it does not contain the protection circuitry required when using re-chargeable cells. When replacing batteries, replace all eight AA cells simultaneously with fresh batteries.  When the battery voltage is approaching the value which indicates depletion is near, the small “ ” will blink, indicating it is time to replace the batteries.
7FT-818 Operating ManualInstallationexternal pOwer cOnnectiOnSThe FT-818 may be connected to an external 13.8 Volt DC power source providing at least 3 Amps of continuous-duty current.. The supplied E-DC-6 DC cable may be used for DC connections.While connected to an external DC source, if you have installed the supplied SBR-32MH Ni-MH Battery Pack, the E-DC-6 connection to the external DC power source will allow operation of the FT-818 while charging of the SBR-32MH is in progress.When making DC power connections, be absolutely certain to follow the markings on the E-DC-6 so as to ensure proper polarity of the connection to the power supply. Connect the Red and Black or White and Black wire to the Positive (+) power supply terminal, and connect the Solid Black wire to the Negative (-) power supply terminal.V A0 05 510 2015 3020 40CONTINU OUS CURRENT 25AOVE RLOA DPOW ERONOFFPOWERSUPPLYFP-1030A6A 25A 10AFP-1030ASupplied DC Cable (E-DC-6)RED/BLACKorWHITE/BLACKBLACKGNDKEY DATA ACCANT:INPUT DC13.8VINPUT DC13.8VFT-818NoticeBe extremely careful when making power supply connections. Use only a 13.8 Volt DC Supply, and carefully observe the proper electrical polarity. Serious dam-age may result if these precautions are not observed.The Limited Warranty on this product does not cover damage caused by improper power supply connections, or improper power supply voltage.Important NoteOccasionally, the 430 MHz transmit signal may behave abnormally when the FT-818 is operated using an External Power Supply and the whip antenna, especially with the antenna in close proximity to surrounding metal objects.If abnormal transmitter operation is ex-perienced, wind one turn of the E-DC-6 DC cable around the supplied ferrite core, and snap its two halves together, per the illustration below. Install the core as close as possible to the DC plug, as shown.E-DC-6 DC Cableas close as possiblewind one turn,snap two halves
8FT-818 Operating ManualInstallationSbr-32Mh ni-Mh batterY pack inStallatiOn and uSeThe supplied SBR-32MH Ni-MH Battery Pack provides 9.6 Volts of DC power for your FT-818, with a maximum capacity of 1900 mAh.Installation1. To install the SBR-32MH Ni-MH Battery Pack, rst remove the battery compartment cover, as described previously.2. Lift out the FBA-28 battery holder, and disconnect the short cable connected to the FBA-28, as shown in the illustration.3. Connect the short cable to the mating connector on the SBR-32MH, and install the SBR-32MH in the battery compartment.4. Replace the battery compartment cover.FBA-28SBR-32MH
9FT-818 Operating ManualInstallationChargingCharging of the SBR-32MH requires the use of either the supplied battery charger (PA-48B/C/U), or an external 13.8 Volt (±15%) DC source. If the battery charger is used, the FT-818 must be turned off during charging; if an external 13.8 Volt DC source is used (connected via the supplied E-DC-6 cable), then you may operate the FT-818 while charging is in progress.1. Turn the FT-818 off, then connect the supplied battery charger DC connector to the INPUT: 13.8V jack on the rear panel of the FT-818.2. Plug the battery charger into the nearest AC wall outlet.3. Press the FT-818’s switch for one second to turn the transceiver on.4. Press the key momentarily.5. Rotate the knob so that the function row containing “[CHG, VLT, DSP]” appears on the display.6. Press the key to select the [CHG] option (the display will immediately revert to the regular frequency display).7. Turn the FT-818 off. The display will indicate “CHG TIME RMN” and remaining time to indicate the time remaining be-fore a full charge is achieved on the SBR-32MH.Important Note  The PA-48 are not designed to power the transceiver for operation (reception or trans-mission). Please be advised that the PA-48 may contribute noise to TV and radio reception in the immediate vicinity, so we do not recommend its use adjacent to such devices.
10 FT-818 Operating ManualCLARELSA B CFVLOCK PWRSQL/RFAFHOMEM⑮⑭ ⑬ ⑨ ⑦ ② ③⑫ ⑪ ⑩ ⑧ ⑥ ⑤ ④ ① PWR SwitchPress and hold in the switch for one second to turn to the transceiver on or off. AF KnobThe (inner) knob adjusts the receiver audio volume level presented to the inter-nal or external speaker. Clockwise rotation increases the volume level. SQL/RF KnobIn the USA version, this (outer) knob adjusts the gain of the receiver’s RF and IF stages. Using Menu Selection 45, this control may be changed to function as a Squelch control, which may be used to silence background noise when no signal is present. In the other versions, its default setting is set to “Squelch.” LOCK KeyPressing this key locks the front panel keys so as to prevent accidental frequency change. V/M KeyPressing this key switches frequency control between the VFO and Memory Systems. TRANSMIT/BUSY IndicatorThis LED glows green when the squelch opens, and turns red during transmit. MAIN DialThis is the main tuning dial for the transceiver. It is used both for frequency tuning as well as “Menu” setting in the transceiver. F KeyPressing this key momentarily changes the display to show the operating functions available via the , , keys.Press and hold this key for one second to activate the “Menu” mode.Front Panel Control & Switches
11FT-818 Operating ManualFront Panel Control & Switches FUNC KeysThese three keys select many of the most important operating features of the trans-ceiver. When pressing the key, the current function of that key appears above each of the , , keys (along the bottom of the LCD); rotating the knob scrolls the display through eleven rows of functions available for use via the , , keys.The available features are shown in chart on the next page. BAND(DWN)/BAND(UP) KeyPressing either of these keys momentarily will cause the frequency to be moved up or down by one frequency band. The selections available are:1.8 MHz 3.5 MHz 7.0 MHz 10 MHz 14 MHz 15 MHz 18 MHz 21 MHz24 MHz28 MHz50 MHz88 MHz108 MHz144 MHz430 MHzRecalling the 5 MHz band (U.S. model) requires different procedure. See page 20 for details. MODE()/MODE() KeyPressing either of these keys momentarily will change the operating mode. The selec-tions available are:LSB USB CW CWR AM FM DIG PKT HOME KeyPressing this key momentarily recalls a favorite “home” frequency memory. SEL KnobThis detented rotary switch is used for tuning, memory selection, and function selec-tion for the , , keys of the transceiver. CLAR KeyPress this key momentarily to activate the Receiver Clarier feature. When this fea-ture is activated, the knob may be used to set a tuning offset of up to ±9.99 kHz. The transmitter’s frequency is not affected by the setting of the Clarier.Press and hold this key for 1/2 second to activate the IF Shift feature, which allows you to use the knob to adjust the center frequency of the IF lter’s passband response. ANT JackConnect the supplied 50/144/430 MHz rubber ex antenna (or another antenna pre-senting a 50Ω impedance) to this BNC connector.In its default setting, this jack does not function on the HF bands. If you want to en-able this jack on the HF bands, recall and change the setting of Menu #07.
12 FT-818 Operating ManualFront Panel Control & Switches key key key1A/BPress the key to switch between VFO-A and VFO-B on the display.A=BPress and hold in the key for 1/2 second to copy the contents of VFO-A into the VFO-B register, so that the two VFOs’ contents will be identical.SPLPress the key to activate Split frequency operation be-tween VFO-A and VFO-B.2MWPress and hold in the key for 1/2 second to transfer the contents of the VFO into a Memory register.MCPress the key to des-ignate the current Memory channel to be “skipped” during scanning.TAGPress the key to select the display type (Frequency or Alpha-numeric Tag) during Memory operation.3STOPress the key to store the contents of the VFO into the QMB (Quick Memory Bank) register.RCLPress the key to recall the QMB Memory.PMSPress the key to activate the Programmable Memory Scan feature.4RPTPress the key to select the direction of the uplink frequency shift (“–,” “+,” or Simplex) during FM repeater operation.Press and hold in the key for 1/2 second to recall Menu #42 (for setting the shift frequency offset).REVPress the key to reverse the transmit and receive frequencies while working through a repeater.TONPress the key to activate CTCSS or DCS operation.Press and hold in the key for 1/2 second to recall Menu #48 (for selecting the CTCSS tone frequency).5SCNPress the key to initiate scanning (in the direction of higher frequencies).PRIPress the key to activate the Priority Scan feature.DWPress the key to activate the Dual Watch system.6SSMPress the key to activate the Spectrum Scope Monitor feature.Press and hold in the key for 1/2 second to recall Menu #43 (for selecting the SSM sweep mode).SCHPress the key to activate Smart SearchTM operation.ARTPress the key to initiate the Auto-Range Transponder mode.Press and hold in the key for 1/2 second to recall Menu #09 (for selecting the ARTS “Beep” option).7IPOPress the key to bypass the receiver preamplifier, thereby activating Intercept Point Optimization for im-proved overload characteris-tics.The IPO feature does not function on 144/430 MHz.ATTPress the key to engage the receiver front-end atten-uator, which will reduce all signals and noise by approxi-mately 10 dB.The ATT feature does not function on 144/430 MHz.NARPress the key to activate the “Narrow” lter mode in the CW (optional YF-122C or YF-122CN required) mode. On the FM mode, it also selects the low-deviation mode re-quired for HF FM operation on 29 MHz.Press and hold in the key for 1/2 second to recall Menu #38 (to Enable/Disable the optional lter during instal-lation).
13FT-818 Operating ManualFront Panel Control & Switches key key key8NBPress the key to activate the receiver’s IF Noise Blank-er.AGCPress the key to select the recovery time (FaSt, SlOw, autO, or OFF) for the receiver’s AGC system.–No function9PWRPress the key to select the transmitter power output level (lOw 1, lOw 2, lOw 3, or high).MTRPress the key to select the display function of the meter in the transmit mode (Power, ALC, SWR, or MOD indication).–No function10VOXPress the key to enable the VOX (voice-operated transmitter switching system) in the SSB, AM, and FM modes.Press and hold in the key for 1/2 second to recall Menu #51 (for setting the VOX Gain level).BKPress the key to activate CW “Semi” Break-in opera-tion.Press and hold in the key for 1/2 second to recall Menu #17 (for setting the CW Delay time). At a setting of 10 ms, operation emulates full QSK performance.KYRPress the key to activate the built-in Electronic Keyer.Press and hold in the key for 1/2 second to recall Menu #21 (for setting the Keyer speed).11CHGPress the key to initiate Battery Charging.Press and hold in the key for 1/2 second to recall Menu #11 (for selecting the Charging period).VLTPress the key to display the current battery voltage.DSPPress the key to switch the display between the Large Character and Small Charac-ter modes.12TCHPress the key to initiate Tone Search.DCHPress the key to initiate DCS Search.–No function* The Operating Function number in this column does not appear on the LCD.Display IconsOperating ModeS: PO: AL: S-MeterTX Power MeterACL MeterSW: MO: SWR MeterDeviation MeterLow Battery!Split Frequency Operation Low TX Power Selected Automatic Power-Off Digital Coded Squelch CTCSS Decoder CTCSS Encoder Repeater Shift Direction Dual Watch Active (page 40)(page 26)Active (page 25)Active (page 34)Active (page 32)Active (page 32)(page 31)Active (page 54)LOCK Feature Active (page 10)FST Button MH-31 ( ) Active A8JRear Panel Antenna Selected (page 58): This operation does not function in the FM Broadcast frequencies.

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