LNR MantiZ FX-2 Instruction Manual

Qrp 30/40 meter cw transceiver

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QRP FX-2 30/40 Meter CW Transceiver
Thank you for purchasing the MantiZ FX-2 30/40 Meter CW
Transceiver. This unit is designed as a small and lightweight trans-
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Instruction Manual
MantiZ FX-2
ceiver perfect for portable use.
Specifications
7.000-7.300MHZ
10.100-10.150MHZ
9-13.8 Volts DC
13.8VDC
13.8VDC
0.7UV
290g/10.22oz.
4.75" x 2.375" x 1.5"
4MHZ
40 Meters ~ Approx. 4W
30 Meters ~ Approx. 2.5W

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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual MantiZ FX-2 QRP FX-2 30/40 Meter CW Transceiver Thank you for purchasing the MantiZ FX-2 30/40 Meter CW Transceiver. This unit is designed as a small and lightweight trans- ceiver perfect for portable use. Specifications Frequency: 7.000-7.300MHZ 10.100-10.150MHZ Power:...
  • Page 2: Available Functions

    Appearance On the front of the unit, you will see the VFO (LCD) display along with 4 horizontal buttons below the VFO display Available functions Two bands, 40 and 30 meters, tuning limited to be with-  in these bands (7.000,000 to 7.300,000 and 10.110,000 to 10.150,000).
  • Page 3: Important Instructions

    Important Instructions The FX-2 unit is installed with VSWR protection but is not in- tended to protect your FX-2 if your antenna exceeds 3:1 SWR. Be sure to use an analyzer if at all possible. Quick Setup Hook your antenna to the BNC connector on the left side of the FX-2.
  • Page 4: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Turn unit on by rotating the volume control knob away from you. You should see the Frequency display at this time. Adjust volume control to best suit your needs. SETTINGS/FUNCTIONS VFO Setting is done by rotating the TUNED knob on the right ...
  • Page 5: Band Selection

    Initial Power ON Configuration 40 M band is loaded.  100 Hz tuning rate selected.  Keyer speed is set to 20 wpm.  IF bandwidth is set to narrow.  RSSI (received Signal Strength Indicator) or “S” meter is ac- ...
  • Page 6: Frequency Memories

    Tuning Tuning is done by turning the tuning knob on the upper, right hand side of the rig. Tuning rate is indicated by the decade underlined by the cursor. The frequency changes every other detent. Changing Tuning Rate Tuning rates (frequency steps) of 10 Hz, 100 Hz and 1 kHz can be selected. ...
  • Page 7: Menu Functions

     Activate RIT by tapping the [CALL/IF] button.  [RIT] will be displayed in the upper left side of the display and the letter “R” enunciated.  Exit RIT mode by tapping the [CALL/IF] button again.  [ -0,000] will be displayed on the second line under and in line with the proper frequency decades.
  • Page 8: Tune Mode

    Change Code Speed  A quick “push and release” (tap) of the button activates the code speed adjustment. [CSxx] will be displayed in the lower left hand side of the dis- play, where xx is the current code speed.  This function will automatically terminate after 1 second of inactivity (speed isn't being changed) ...
  • Page 9: Storing The Message

    Keyer Memory [KMEM] will be displayed in the menu window until the button is released to activate the function. When the keyer memory function becomes active, the top line will clear and the bottom line will now read [ESC BS IS RM ] These mes- sages appear above the four buttons to remind you of their function.
  • Page 10: Sending Messages

    Sending Messages  Tap the [M/V] button, then with in 1 second tap either the DASH paddle (to send message 1) or the DOT paddle (to send message 2).  Terminate message: Close the DOT paddle. Message will terminate when a letter being sent at the time completes sending.
  • Page 11 We hope you enjoy your new MantiZ QRP FX-2 30/40 Meter CW Transceiver. For technical assis- tance, please contact us via the information LNR Precision, Inc. Randleman, NC 27317 www.LNRprecision.com E-Mail controlliner@embarqmail.com...

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