Yaesu DR-1X FR Operating Manual

Yaesu DR-1X FR Operating Manual

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50W AMS DIGITAL REPEATER
DR-1X FR
DR-1XE FR
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  • Page 1 VHF/UHF C4FM/FM 50W AMS DIGITAL REPEATER DR-1X FR DR-1XE FR Operating Manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Company and product names described in this manual are trademarks and registered trademarks of their respective companies. Unauthorized reproduction or copying of a part or all of the copyrights owned by Yaesu Musen Co., Ltd. in any form whatsoever is strictly prohibited.
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Congratulations on your purchase of the DR-1X Yaesu 144/430MHz Dual Band Dual Receive C4FM/FM Digital Repeater. The YAESU DR-1X is a C4FM digital / analog FM dual mode repeater that covers the VHF and UHF amateur radio bands. DR-1X incorporates the use of Analog FM communication integrated with the C4FM digital communication through its unique AMS capability.
  • Page 4 WARNING Do not use voltages other than the specified power supply Do not handle the power plug and connector etc. with wet voltage. hands. Also do not plug and unplug the power plug with wet Doing so may result in fire and electric shock. hands.
  • Page 5: Setting Up The Repeater

    Setting up the Repeater Safety measures for installation Note the following precautions when installing this repeater:  Use good engineering, proper grounding and protective devices to protect the repeater from power surges, lightening and electrical damage via the power and external antenna connections. ...
  • Page 6: Connecting Antenna Cables

    Connecting Antenna Cables The figure above shows the rear panel of the DR-1X. 1 When using a duplexer, plug the coaxial cables from the TX ANT and RX ANT terminals into the jacks of the duplexer, and tighten the connectors. 2 Plug in the terminal of the coaxial cable connected to the antenna into the jack of the duplexer, and turn to tighten.
  • Page 7: Connecting The Power Supply

    Connecting the Power Supply Connection for DR-1X (US and Asian versions) z Main power Use an AC outlet capable of supplying AC 100-240V at 50 or 60Hz. 1 Insert the socket of the provided AC power cord into the AC IN jack at the rear of the repeater. 2 Insert the plug of the provided AC power cord into the AC outlet.
  • Page 8: Connecting External Devices

    Make sure to switch off the power to the radio before connecting the cable. z When using the SCU-20, PC connection cable, a dedicated driver must be installed in the personal computer. Download and use the driver and installation manual from the YAESU website.
  • Page 9: Accessories And Options

    Accessories and Options Supplied Accessories AC Power Cord (T9017882) ø1 ........................1 DC Power Cord with Fuse (T9026115) ......................1 Spare Fuse 15 A (Q0000075) ........................1 5 A (Q0000143) ø1 ......................1 Case Legs (S4000052) ........................... 4 PC Connection Cable SCU-20 ........................1 Operating Manual (this manual) ........................
  • Page 10: Rear Panel

    Rear Panel  DR-1X (US and Asian versions)            DR-1XE (European and Australian versions)         TX Antenna Terminal (N-type connector, 50 ohms) Connect to the transmitting antenna (downlink) with the coaxial cable. Cooling fan RX Antenna Terminal (N-type connector, 50 ohms) Connect to the receiving antenna (uplink) with the coaxial cable.
  • Page 11: Initial Set Up

    1. Initial set up Turn the power on Press the POWER switch. The power will be switched ON, and the power supply monitor (LED indicator) will illuminate. z When the power is supplied from the AC IN jack, the indicator illuminates in green (DR-1X only).
  • Page 12: Set Up Operation Mode

    2. Set up Operation Mode When the Power Switch is turned ON, Operation Mode screen appears. This screen is for normal operation. The DR-1X could be set up with two frequencies for the uplink and the downlink and also different operation modes for each frequency.
  • Page 13: Set Up Frequency

    3. Set up Frequency  S E T U P V e r . 1 . x x x E X P A 1   8  7  RX (uplink)     P A N E L 1 . X X D S P 4 . X X D O W N ...
  • Page 14: Set Up Other Functions

    4. Set up Other Functions Adjusting the squelch level z When the squelch level is set to “open” the repeater will transmit, so the TX output must be connected to the duplexer and antenna. z Use extreme caution when making the squelch adjustment or measurement with a signal generator. Do not connect the signal generator to the duplexer antenna port.
  • Page 15: Base Mode Operation

    5. Base mode operation The repeater can be used as a VHF/UHF base station by connecting an optional MH-48A6JA or MH-42C6J microphone to the “MIC” jack on the front panel. MH-48A6JA or MH-42C6J...
  • Page 16: Set Up Dg-Id Number

    In order to use the DG-ID feature, update the C4FM digital transceivers to the latest firmware compatible with the DG-ID feature. • The latest firmware for each transceiver is available on the YAESU website. • The DR-1X will repeat on the downlink, only the uplink signals with the corresponding DG-ID number if the DG-ID number is set to an arbitrary number from “01”...
  • Page 17 [ Group Name ] twice. Touch Group 4 The character input screen appears. DG-ID > Group Name DG-ID 6 Input the name to be registered to the DR-1X repeater. NAME SET Up to 10 characters may be input. Q W E R T Y I O P 7 Touch [ ENT ] .
  • Page 18: Set Up Dp-Id

    In order to use the DP-ID feature, update the C4FM digital transceivers to the latest firmware compatible with the DP-ID feature. • The latest firmware for each transceiver is available on the YAESU website. • The DP-ID may be registered in the DP-ID memories (up to 24 items).
  • Page 19: Delete The Registered Dp-Id

    Delete the registered DP-ID 1 Touch [ SETUP ] or [ B SETUP ] to display the frequency set up screen, then touch [ F ] on the bottom of the screen. 2 Touch [ ID MODE ] to select the “DP-ID”. S E T U P V e r .
  • Page 20: Remote Controls

    8. Remote Controls Setting the remote control • Remote control of the DR-1X repeater can be performed in either C4FM digital mode or analog FM mode. For C4FM digital mode, use the FTM-400D, FTM-100D, FTM-3200D or FTM-3207D transceiver. For security reasons, we recommend using a mobile C4FM transceiver with the DP-ID that is registered to the DR-1X repeater.
  • Page 21: C4Fm Digital Control

    C4FM DIGITAL CONTROL • Set the operation mode to “AUTO” or “FIX NORMAL”. • The transceivers compatible with the remote-control are the FTM-400D, FTM-100D, FTM-3200D and FTM- 3207D. • Remote control with C4FM digital can be done only when the transceiver DP-ID has been registered to the DR-1X in advance.
  • Page 22: Change The Remote Command

    Change the remote command To change the factory command code of C4FM digital Touch [ SETUP ] on the operation mode screen. S E T U P V e r . 1 . x x x E X P A 1 ...
  • Page 23 To change the factory command code of analog FM Touch [ SETUP ] on the operation mode screen. S E T U P V e r . 1 . x x x E X P A 1    ...
  • Page 24: Actual Remote Control Procedure

    If the FTM-400D firmware is not compatible with the DP-ID function, update to the latest firmware to use the DP-ID function. z The latest firmware is available on the YAESU website. When controlling remotely with the FTM-100D 1 Please confirm that the FTM-100D DP-ID is registered on DR-1X repeater.
  • Page 25: Remote Control For Analog Fm

    If the FTM-3207D firmware is not compatible with the DP-ID function, update to the latest firmware to use the DP-ID function. z The latest firmware is available on the YAESU website. Remote Control for Analog FM In analog FM mode, the ON/OFF setting of the repeater can be operated remotely.
  • Page 26: Set Up Various Functions

    10. Set Up Various Functions Using the setup menu, the various functions of the repeater can be customized to match the desired applications. Items to be adjusted can be selected from the respective lists, and the settings entered or selected that are appropriate for the intended repeater operation.
  • Page 27: Setting The Tone Signals For Analog Fm Mode

    Setting the tone signals for analog FM mode Setting the tone frequency 1 Touch [ SETUP ] then touch [ F ] . S E T U P 2 Touch [ SIGNALING ] , then touch [ TONE SQL FREQ ] . ...
  • Page 28: Setting The Sql Tail Length

    Setting the SQL TAIL LENGTH Enables setting the time duration of the downlink transmit after the uplink signal ceases. 1 Touch [ SETUP ] , then touch [ F ] , and then touch [ TIMER ] . S E T U P 2 Touch [ SQL TAIL LENGTH ] .
  • Page 29: Set The Tone Signal Type For Analog Fm Mode

    Set the tone signal type for analog FM mode 1 Touch [ SETUP ] , then touch [ F ] , and then touch [ SQL ] . S E T U P 2 Select [ RX SQL ] to set the tone signal type during reception, or select ...
  • Page 30: Setting The Half Deviation Operation

    5 Touch [ PASSWORD ] twice. PASSWORD The character input screen will appear. The touched character will be displayed at the top of the screen. • Four numeric characters can be entered. • The cursor in the input field moves left or right when [|  ] or [  |] is touched.
  • Page 31: Restoring Default Settings (Factory Reset)

    11. Restoring Default Settings (Factory Reset) 1 Turn the DR-1X OFF. POWER SETUP 2 Press and hold in the [ SETUP ] button while turning the repeater Continue pressing the [ SETUP ] button until the operation mode screen appears on the display. 3 Touch [ SETUP ] .
  • Page 32: Connect To The Hri-200 Node Station

    12. Connect to the HRI-200 node station To use WIRES-X with DR-1X, connect HRI-200 directly to the 10-pin plug on the back of the DR-1X. Alternatively, there is a method the HRI-200 Node station may be located in a place different from the repeater site.
  • Page 33 SETUP 2 While pressing and holding the [ SETUP ] button, press the [ POWER ] switch. 3 While the “YAESU” logo is being displayed, release the [ SETUP ] button. “HRI+REPEATER MODE” will appear on the display. 4 Touch [ OK? ].
  • Page 34 SETUP 2 While pressing and holding the [ SETUP ] button, press the [ POWER ] switch. 3 While the “YAESU” logo is being displayed, release the [ SETUP ] button. “REPEATER MODE” will appear on the display. 4 Touch [ OK? ].
  • Page 35: Remote Operation With External Controller

    13. Remote Operation with External Controller Repeater operation may be controlled remotely by connecting an external controller through the [ CONTROL I/O ] connector at the back of the repeater. The following features are available while in remote operation: • Change the communication mode of repeater transmit and receive •...
  • Page 36 Pin No Pin Name Descriptions [ L ] GND: Remote mode [ H ] OPEN: Repeater mode EXT I/O Input [ L ] GND: EXT PTT ON [ H ] OPEN: EXT PTT OFF When this pin is pulled low by an external device, it keys the repeater transmitter.
  • Page 37 Pins 6, 7, 8, and 9 Functions Controlled by Operation Mode Pin No Pin Name Receive Mode In Repeater / Remote Mode Digital Invalid TONE IN Analog Invalid Digital Invalid AF IN Analog Invalid Digital Invalid DISC OUT Analog Discriminator output Digital Demodulated digital audio output AF OUT...
  • Page 38: Setting To Connect The Repeater Controller S-Com7330

    Setting to connect the repeater controller S-COM7330 Set up instructions to interface the Triple Repeater Controller S-COM7330 with the DR-1X. Modification of S-COM7330 1 Remove the 6 screws from each side and 2 screws from the top cover of the S-COM7330, then remove the top cover. 2 Change Jumper pin J10C or J11C or J3C and adjust the semi fixed.
  • Page 39: Connecting S-Com7330

    Connecting S-COM7330 S-COM7330 PORT 3 PORT 2 PORT 1 RS232-2 RS232-1 INIT RESET DC 9V-36V This connection needs  programming of S-COM7330. Repeater 1 Repeater 2 Repeater 3...
  • Page 40: Installation Of The Optional Accessories

    14. Installation of the Optional Accessories Installing the optional Voice Guide Unit FVS-2 Turn the DR-1X [ POWER ] switch to “OFF”. Disconnect all the cables from the DR-1X. Remove the 4 screws from each side and 7 screws from the top cover of the DR-1X, then remove the top cover.
  • Page 41: Specifications

    Ratings and specifications are subject to change without notice for product improvement reasons. 16. After-market Services Contact Yaesu Service Center for non-warranty repairs Repairs will be made at the user’s expense if normal functions can be maintained after the repair. Please check with the retail store or Yaesu service center for more information.
  • Page 42: Yaesu Limited Warranty

    C. Unless a different warranty period is stated with this YAESU product, the Warranty Period is three years from the date of retail purchase by the original end-use purchaser.
  • Page 43 EU Declaration of Conformity We, Yaesu Musen Co. Ltd of Tokyo, Japan, hereby declare that this radio equipment DR-1XE is in full compliance with EU Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the Declaration of Conformity for this product is available to view at http://www.yaesu.com/jp/red...
  • Page 44 Copyright 2017 YAESU MUSEN CO., LTD. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual may be reproduced without the permission of YAESU MUSEN CO., LTD. YAESU MUSEN CO., LTD. Tennozu Parkside Building 2-5-8 Higashi-Shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 140-0002 Japan YAESU USA 1712I-AS 6125 Phyllis Drive, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A.

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