Yaesu Musen 20663X20 AMATEUR HANDHELD VHF RADIO - SCANNING RECEIVER User Manual OM

Yaesu Musen Co., Ltd. AMATEUR HANDHELD VHF RADIO - SCANNING RECEIVER OM

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144 MHz FM TRANSCEIVERFT-25RFT-25EOperating ManualApplication for FCC / IC FCC ID: K6620663X20, IC: 511B-20663X20
ContentsGeneral Description ............................................ 1Features of the FT-25R/E ................................ 1About this manual ............................................ 2Downloading the “Advance Manual” ............... 3Accessories & Options ....................................... 4Supplied Accessories ...................................... 4Available Options............................................. 4Safety Precautions .............................................. 5Control & Connections (Top & Front Panel) ... 10Controls & Connections (Side Panel) .............. 11Controls & Connections (LCD) ......................... 12Normal operation display ............................... 12The Set Mode and Preference Mode display 12Display of features and settings .................... 13Controls & Connections (Keypad) ................... 14Installation of Accessories ............................... 15Antenna Installation ....................................... 15Preparation of SBR-25LI Battery Pack .......... 15Installing the Battery Pack ....................... 15Removing the Battery Pack ..................... 16Attaching the Belt Clip ................................... 16Charging the Battery Pack................................ 17About Desktop charger lamp ........................ 17Low Battery Indication ................................... 18About Battery Indicator Icons .................. 18Approximate Operating Time and Remaining Charge Level Indication........................... 18Basic Operation ................................................. 19Turn the Power ON and OFF ........................ 19Adjust the Audio Volume Level and Squelch Setting ........................................................... 19Changing between VFO-A and VFO-B .......... 19Frequency Navigation ................................... 201) Tuning Frequency ............................... 202) Direct Keypad Frequency Entry .......... 203) Scanning ............................................. 20Transmission ................................................. 21Changing the Transmit Power Level ....... 21Activating the Set Mode ................................ 22Setting the Quick Recall Keys ....................... 22Assigning Set Mode Items to the Quick Recall Keys (Set Mode Recall feature) ... 22Storing the displayed Frequency and Settings to a Quick Recall Key (Quick Memory feature) ...................................... 23Setting the Preferred Operating Mode .......... 23Advanced Operation ......................................... 24Turning the Keylock Feature ON and OFF .... 24Change the key locking scheme ............. 24Change the LCD and keypad back light setting .. ...................................................................... 24Disabling the Keypad and Scan Stop Beeper 25Repeater Operation ........................................... 26Repeater Shifts .............................................. 26Automatic Repeater Shift (ARS) .................... 26Manual Repeater Shift Setting ...................... 27Tone Calling (1750 HZ) ................................. 28Memory Mode .................................................... 29Memory Storage ............................................ 30Memory Recall .............................................. 31Changing the memory label (tag) name ........ 31HOME Channel Memory Recall .................... 32Changing the Home Channel Frequency 32Memory Offset Tuning ................................... 32Deleting Memories ........................................ 33Weather Broadcast Channels ....................... 34Severe Weather Alert .............................. 34Scanning ............................................................ 35Setting the Scan-Resume Technique ...... 35VFO Scanning ............................................... 36Manual VFO Scan ................................... 36Programmed Mode (VFO) Scan.............. 36Input Character/Symbol List ............................. 38Set (Menu) Mode ................................................ 39Troubleshooting ................................................ 43The transceiver does not turn on............. 43There is no sound..............................................43There is no transmission of radio waves. 43The keys or DIAL do not respond. ........... 43The battery pack cannot be charged or battery power depletes immediately after charging................................................... 44Specifications .................................................... 45General.................................................... 45Transmitter .............................................. 45Receiver .................................................. 46“AUTO” Mode Preset Operating Parameter .... 46USA Version ............................................ 46Asian/European Version .......................... 46Note ..................................................................... 48Note ..................................................................... 49FT-25R/FT-25E Operating ManualApplication for FCC / IC FCC ID: K6620663X20, IC: 511B-20663X20
General DescriptionFeatures of the FT-25R/EFT-25R/E is a FM transceiver, ruggedly constructed to meet commercial specications. It is packed with the following popular and valuable features demanded by Amateur Radio operators around the world. Long-Life Battery Supplied 7.4 V 1950 mAh lithium ion battery. Optional 7.4 V 2500 mAh lithium ion battery. 5 Watts of Reliable RF Power RF Power Output 5.0 W (High) / 2.5 W (Middle) / 0.5 W (Low) (@7.4 V) Four Quick Recall Keys (User Programmable) for Individual Preferences Set Mode Recall feature and Quick Memory Feature. Powerful Audio Bridged Transless (BTL) amplier provides One Full Watt of Audio for operation in noisy environments. Rugged Body Construction IP54 Rating and MIL-STD-810-C, D, E certied. Lockout Capabilities Keypad/PTT Lockout. Emergency Features Emergency Operation (Alarm, SOS Flash and HOME channel display), LED Flash light equipped. FM Radio Broadcast Receiver Feature1FT-25R/FT-25E Operating ManualApplication for FCC / IC FCC ID: K6620663X20, IC: 511B-20663X20
About this manualThis manual contains symbols and conventions to call attention to important information.Symbols DescriptionThis icon indicates cautions and alerts the user should be aware of.This icon indicates helpful notes, tips and information.This icon indicates other pages containing relevant informa-tion.This icon refers users to the FT-25R/E Advance Manual on the YAESU Website containing relevant information.• The settings of the transceiver at the time of purchase are referred to as the “default” or “default setting”.• The names of Set Mode items that are displayed on the LCD, and the transceiver key names, are printed in bold characters in this manual.2General DescriptionFT-25R/FT-25E Operating ManualApplication for FCC / IC FCC ID: K6620663X20, IC: 511B-20663X20
Downloading the “Advance Manual”The Advance Manual provides detail information and features beyond the scope and descriptions in this manual. Download the FT-25R/E Advance Manual from the YAESU website and refer to it along with this Operating Manual.http://www.yaesu.com/The features described in the FT-25R/E Advance Manual are below.RF Squelch Emergency Channel OperationChecking the Battery Voltage ARTS™ (Automatic Range Transponder System)VOX Operation (with earpiece microphone or External Mic)Basic ARTS™ Setup and OperationVFO Split Mode DTMF OperationUsing the Squelch Feature Miscellaneous SettingsSelecting the Squelch Type PasswordSetting CTCSS Tone frequency Changing the Channel StepsSetting DCS CODE number TX Battery SaverCTCSS/DCS/PAGER/ARTS™ Bell Opera-tionDisabling the TX/BUSY LED IndicatorEPCS (Enhanced Paging & Code Squelch)Automatic Power-Off (APO) FeatureMemory Bank Operation Transmitter Time-Out Timer (TOT)Memory Only Mode Busy Channel Lock-Out (BCLO)Scanning Changing the TX deviation LevelMemory scanning Voice Compander FeatureWeather Alert Scan Inversion Scramble (Asian version only)Programmable (Band Limit) Memory Scan (PMS)Cloning“Priority Channel” Scanning Set (Menu) ModeAutomatic Lamp Illumination on Scan Stop3General DescriptionFT-25R/FT-25E Operating ManualApplication for FCC / IC FCC ID: K6620663X20, IC: 511B-20663X20
Accessories & OptionsSupplied Accessories SBR-25LI 7.4V, 1,950 mAh Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery Pack SAD-20B AC Adapter (for USA model) SAD-20C/U AC Adapter (for European / Asian model) SAD-20G AC Adapter (for Chinese model) SBH-22 Rapid Charger SHB-18 Belt Clip SRA-15 Antenna Operating Manual Warranty CardAvailable Options SBR-25LI 7.4V, 1,950 mAh Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery Pack SBR-26LI 7.4V, 2,500 mAh Rechargeable Li-Ion Large-Capacity Battery Pack SCU-35 Programming cable SCU-36 Cloning Cable SSM-512B VOX Earpiece MicrophoneAvailability of accessories may vary. Some accessories are supplied as standard for specic local requirements, while others may be unavailable in some regions. This product is designed to perform optimally when used with genuine Yaesu accessories. Yaesu shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as re, leakage or explosion of a battery pack, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-Yaesu accessories. Consult your Yae-su dealer for details regarding these and any newly-available options. Con-nection of any non-Yaesu-approved accessory, should it cause damage, may void the Limited Warranty on this apparatus.4FT-25R/FT-25E Operating ManualApplication for FCC / IC FCC ID: K6620663X20, IC: 511B-20663X20
Safety PrecautionsBe sure to read the safety precautions to use this product safely.Yaesu is not liable for failures and other problems caused due to misuse or use of this product by you or a third party. Also, Yaesu is not liable for damages caused through use of this product by you or a third party except in the case where ordered to pay for damages under the laws.Type and meaning of the marks DANGERIndicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. WARNINGIndicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTIONIndicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury or only property damage.Type and meaning of symbolsIndicates a prohibited action, not to be done in order to use this product safely.For example, indicates that the product should not be disas-sembled.Indicates a required action, to be done in order to use this product safely.For example, indicates that the power plug should be re-moved.5FT-25R/FT-25E Operating ManualApplication for FCC / IC FCC ID: K6620663X20, IC: 511B-20663X20
DANGERDo not use this product in “an area where use of it is prohib-ited”, e.g., inside the hospital, airplane, or train.”This product can affect electronic or medical devices.Do not use this product while riding a bicycle or driving a car. Accidents can result.Be sure to stop the bicycle or car at a safe place before using this product.Do not perform transmission in a crowded place for the safe-ty of persons using a medical device such as a cardiac pace-maker.The radio wave emitted from this product can cause the medical device to malfunction and result in an accident.Do not touch any material leak-ing from the battery pack with bare hands.The chemical that has stuck to your skin or entered your eye can cause chemical burns. In such a case, consult the doctor immedi-ately.Those who are carrying a med-ical device such as a cardiac pacemaker should not perform transmission near the device. When transmitting, use an ex-ternal antenna and keep as far as possible away from the ex-ternal antenna.The radio wave emitted by the transmitter can cause the medical device to malfunction and result in an accident.Do not use this product or the battery charger in a place where inflammable gas is gen-erated.A fire or explosion can occur.Do not solder or short-circuit the terminal of the battery pack.A fire, leak, overheating, explo-sion, or ignition can result.Do not carry the battery pack to-gether with a necklace, hair pin, or small metal objects.A short circuit can result.If it starts thundering when the external antenna is used, imme-diately turn off this product and disconnect the external anten-na from it.A fire, electrical shock, or damage may result.6Safety PrecautionsFT-25R/FT-25E Operating ManualApplication for FCC / IC FCC ID: K6620663X20, IC: 511B-20663X20
WARNINGDo not power this transceiver with a voltage other than the specified power supply volt-age.A fire, electric shock, or damage may result.Do not use the battery pack for any model other than the spec-ified transceiver.A fire, leak, overheating, explo-sion, or ignition can result.Do not make very long trans-missions.The main body of the transceiver may overheat, resulting in a fail-ure or burns.Do not disassemble or make any alterationto this product.An injury, electric shock, or failure can result.Keep the terminals of the bat-tery pack clean.If terminal contacts are dirty or corroded, a fire, leak, overheat-ing, explosion, or ignition can result.Do not handle the battery pack or charger with wet hands. Do not insert or remove the power plug with wet hands.An injury, leak, fire, or failure can result.If smoke or strange odor is emit-ted from the main body, battery pack, or battery charger, imme-diately turn the transceiver off; remove the battery pack, and remove the power plug from the outlet.A fire, leak, overheating, damage, ignition, or failure can result. Con-tact the dealer from which you purchased this product or Yaesu Amateur Customer Support.Do not use the battery pack which is externally damaged or deformed.A fire, leak, heating, explosion, or ignition can result.Do not use any battery charger which is not specified by Yaesu.A fire or failure can result.When transmitting, keep the transceiver at least 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) away from your body.Use only the supplied antenna. Do not use modified or damaged antennas.If charging of the battery pack cannot be completed within the specified charging time, imme-diately remove the power plug of the battery charger from the outlet.A fire, leak, overheating, explosion, or ignition can result.7Safety PrecautionsFT-25R/FT-25E Operating ManualApplication for FCC / IC FCC ID: K6620663X20, IC: 511B-20663X20
CAUTIONDo not dangle or throw this product by holding its antenna.This product can hit and injure someone.In addition, doing so can result in a transceiver failure or damage.Do not use transceiver in a crowded place.The antenna can hit someone, resulting in a injury.Do not place this transceiver in a place subject to direct sun-light or near a heater.The transceiver can deform or discolor.Do not place this transceiver in a humid or dusty place.A fire or failure can result.During transmission, keep the antenna as far from you as possible.Long-time exposure to electro-magnetic waves can have a neg-ative impact on your health.Do not clean the case with thinner or benzene.Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the case.If the transceiver is not being used for an extended period, turn it off and remove the bat-tery pack for safety.Do not drop, strike, or throw the transceiver.A failure or damage may result.Keep magnetic cards and video tape away from the transceiver.The data recorded on cash cards or video tape can be erased.Charge the battery pack within the temperature range from +5 °C to +35 °C (+41 °F to +95 °F).Charging the battery pack outside this temperature range can cause leak, overheating, decrease in performance, or reduction in ser-vice life can result.When unplugging the power cord of the battery charger, be sure to hold the power plug.Pulling the power cord can dam-age it and cause a fire or electron-ic shock.Do not use the earpiece mi-crophone, earphones, or head-phones at an extremely high volume level.Hearing impairment can result.Keep this product out of reach of children.An injury, etc. can result.Install the hand strap and belt clip securely.If they are installed improperly, the FT- 25R/E may fall or drop, result-ing in an injury or damage.8Safety PrecautionsFT-25R/FT-25E Operating ManualApplication for FCC / IC FCC ID: K6620663X20, IC: 511B-20663X20
CAUTIONDo not place a heavy object on the power cord of the battery charger.The battery cord can be dam-aged, resulting in a fire or electric shock.When the battery charger is not in use, remove its power plug from the outlet.Do not use the included battery charger to charge any battery pack which is not specified for use with the charger.A fire can result.Before discarding the worn batterypack, affix tape or the like to its terminals.Do not operate the transmitter near the TV or radio.Radio disturbance can occur in the transceiver, the TV, or the radio.Before using this transceiver in a hybrid or fuel-saving car, be sure to check with the auto-mobile manufacturer regarding use of the transceiverin that car.Noise generated by an onboard electrical device (inverter, etc.) can disrupt the normal operation of the transceiver.Do not use any products other than the specified options and accessories.A failure can result.9Safety PrecautionsFT-25R/FT-25E Operating ManualApplication for FCC / IC FCC ID: K6620663X20, IC: 511B-20663X20
Control & Connections (Top & Front Panel)    Antenna Jack ........................................................................ 15 Connect the supplied SMA female antenna (or another antenna present-ing a 50-Ohm impedance) here. Emergency key • Press this switch briey to turn the LED Flash-Light. • Press and hold it for three seconds to enable the Emergency Alarm beep functions. • Press the keypad F key, and then press this switch to blink the LED Flash-Light for SOS. TX/BUSY Indicator Lamp ...................................................... 19 This indicator glows green when the squelch opens, and it glows red during transmit.PWR/VOL Knob..................................................................... 19 Turn this control clockwise to turn the transceiver ON and to increase the volume. Counter-clockwise rotation into the click-stop will turn the trans-ceiver OFF.Speaker ................................................................................. 19 The internal speaker is located here.Microphone ........................................................................... 21 The internal microphone is located here.LED Flash-LightLCD (Liquid Crystal Display) ............................................... 12 The display shows current operating condition.Keypad .................................................................................. 14 These 18 keys select the important operating functions of the FT-25R/E.10 FT-25R/FT-25E Operating ManualApplication for FCC / IC FCC ID: K6620663X20, IC: 511B-20663X20

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