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Model MFJ-9200 INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAUTION: Read All Instructions Before Operating Equipment MFJ ENTERPRISES, INC. 300 Industrial Park Road Starkville, MS 39759 USA Tel: 662-323-5869 Fax: 662-323-6551 COPYRIGHT 2011 MFJ ENTERPRISES, INC. VERSION 1A...
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Customers using this manual should report errors or omissions, recommendations for improvements, or other comments to MFJ Enterprises, 300 Industrial Park Road, Starkville, MS 39759. Phone: (662) 323-5869; FAX: (662) 323-6551. Business hours:...
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The MFJ-9200 runs on any power source between 8 and 15 VDC and draws 40 mA on receive with the display backlight turned off -- perfect for prolonged off-the-grid adventures. Best of all, the MFJ-9200 is the smallest and lightest backpack transceiver currently available.
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SPECIFICATIONS Frequency Control: DDS, 60-MHz reference frequency VFO Tuning Steps: 100-Hz, 1-kHz, and 100-kHz RIT Step: 10-Hz VFO Memories: 8 per band VFO Display: LCD, 802-pixel, switched backlight VFO Display Frequency Resolution: 100-Hz, 10-Hz with RIT activated Operating Modes: Transmit - A1 (CW), Receive - A1, A3J (LSB or USB) CW Offset: ~700 Hz T/R Switching: Full QSK...
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Power Source: Use any well-filtered DC power supply or battery pack with output in the 8-15 VDC range and capable of 1.5-Amps or more. DO NOT connect the MFJ-9200 to a source exceeding 15 VDC or permanent damage may result.
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DDS to recognize a band of operation. Key Detection: The MFJ-9200 features a key-detection circuit. The sensing circuit initializes each time the radio is powered up. If paddles are connected or if no key is installed, the keyer initializes in Automatic Mode and sends the letter A in code.
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Operating Screen: After two seconds, the boot screen switches to an operating screen that displays the following information: (1.) Upper-left: Shows IF bandwidth [CW] or [LSB]/[USB] (depends on band in use). Every four seconds, this readout momentarily switches to show power supply voltage. Example: [12.6].
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To retrieve a Frequency from Memory (Mem VFO): [ ] Tap MEM-VFO to [M] and rotate TUNE to select the memory channel you wish to recall [1-8]. [ ] Tap MEM-VFO to [V] to transfer it into VFO mode. You may now tune up or down the band.
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TRANSCEIVER CARE AND MAINTENANCE The MFJ-9200 has no internal “user” adjustment and is designed to be maintenance free. To preserve the finish, avoid using harsh chemical cleaners on the cabinet or on plastic parts. When backpacking or boating, keep the radio dry by sealing it in a Baggie or Pelican case during transport.
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MFJ-9200 Quick Reference Menu: Power MEM-VFO TUNE RIT-MODE CALL AF GAIN POWER Key-Paddle Phone Connections: Power: 2.1-mm plug, grounded sleeve, positive (+) center, supply 8-15 VDC @ 1.5A. Antenna: BNC male or BNC-UHF adapter, 50-Ohms unbalanced, SWR 2:1 or less.
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Keyer Functions: [ ] SET KEYER SPEED: DEPRESS CALL AND HOLD FOR S, SET SPEED WITH PADDLES, TAP TO EXIT. [ ] ENTER CALL IN CQ MEMORY: DEPRESS CALL AND HOLD FOR I, ENTER CALL WITH PADDLES, TAP TO EXIT. [ ] CARRIER: DEPRESS CALL AND HOLD FOR T, HIT DASH TO ACTIVATE AND DOT TO DEACTIVATE.
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2. MFJ Enterprises, Inc. agrees to repair or replace at MFJ's option without charge to the original owner any defective product under warrantee provided the product is returned postage prepaid to MFJ Enterprises, Inc.
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