Yaesu FTM-3100R Operating Manual
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- Page 1 FTM-3100R/E Operating Manual VHF FM TRANSCEIVER DIAL M H z V / M TXPO SETUP...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents FTM-3100R/E Quick Reference Guide ....3 Memory Operation ..........22 Introduction ............... 4 Memory Storage ............ 22 Features of this radio ..........4 Split Memory ............22 Accessories & Options ..........5 Naming a Memory Channel ........ 22 Supplied Accessories ..........5 Memory Recall ............ -
Page 3: Ftm-3100R/E Quick Reference Guide
FTM-3100R/E Quick Reference Guide VOL Knob Frequency DIAL Knob Adjusts the audio Selects the operating Frequency. volume level. DIAL M H z V / M TXPO SETUP Power Switch Press and hold for one second. Transmission Switch ... -
Page 4: Introduction
S-Meter, thus reduc- ing guesswork in setting the squelch threshold. Congratulations on your purchase of the FTM-3100R/E. Whether this is your first rig, or if Yaesu equipment is already the backbone of your station, the Yaesu organization is com- mitted to ensuring your enjoyment of this high-performance transceiver. -
Page 5: Accessories & Options
Warranty Card Spare fuse (25 A) USB cable (20 A, European version) Optional Accessories MH-42C6J Microphone MH-48A6JA DTMF Microphone MLS-100 High-Power External Speaker FP-1023 AC Power Supply (USA market only) FP-1030A AC Power Supply (USA/EXP market only) FTM-3100R/E Operating Manual... -
Page 6: Installation
Installation Connecting the Microphone Connect the supplied MH-48A6JA microphone to the FTM-3100R/E. Plug the microphone connector into the MIC jack on the front panel until it clicks. Note: When disconnecting the microphone, pull the cable while pressing the connector latch. -
Page 7: Mobile Installation
Installation Mobile Installation The FTM-3100R/E must only be installed in vehicles having a 13.8 Volt negative ground electrical system. Mount the transceiver where the display, controls, and microphone are easily accessible, using the supplied mounting bracket. The transceiver may be installed in almost any location, but should not be positioned near a heating vent nor anywhere where it might interfere with driving (either visually or mechanically). -
Page 8: Power Connection
Warning! Never apply AC power to the power cable of the FTM-3100R/E, nor DC voltage greater than 15.8 Volts. When replacing the fuse, only use a 25-A (20-A, European version) fuse. Failure to observe these safety precautions will void the Limited Warranty on this product. -
Page 9: Base Station Installation
Installation Base Station Installation The FTM-3100R/E is ideal for base station use as well as in mobile installations. The FTM-3100R/E is specifically designed to integrate into your station easily, using the fol- lowing information as a reference. AC Power Supplies Operation of the FTM-3100R/E from an AC line requires a power source capable of pro- viding at least 20 Amps continuously at 13.8 Volts DC. -
Page 10: Front Panel Controls & Switches
• Allows setting the operating band frequency. Turning clockwise increases the frequency, whereas turning counterclockwise de- creases the frequency. • Allows selecting the desired items for setup, memory registration, etc. MIC Jack Connect the provided microphone cable. FTM-3100R/E Operating Manual... - Page 11 During split-frequency operation, such as through a repeater, this key reverses the transmit and receive frequencies. Press and hold the key in for over one second to activate the Dual Watch feature. Note: For details, refer to the Advanced Manual (download from the Yaesu website). [ TXPO ] key ...
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Page 12: Microphone Switches
You can reprogram the [ P1 ] , [ P2 ] , [ P3 ] , and [ P4 ] buttons for other functions, if desired. Note: For details, refer to the Advanced Manual (download from the Yaesu website). MIC ... -
Page 13: Rear Panel Connectors
DATA Jack Use this jack when updating the firmware. When a new firmware update for the FTM- 3100R/E is available, go to the YAESU website to download the programming data and update the FTM-3100R/E to its newest state. Cooling Fan ... -
Page 14: Basic Operation
This feature al- lows setting the squelch so that only signals exceeding a certain S-meter level will open the squelch. For de- tails, refer to the Advanced Manual (download from the Yaesu website). FTM-3100R/E Operating Manual... -
Page 15: Frequency Navigation
To enter 146.000 MHz, press [ 1 ] à [ 4 ] à [ 6 ] à [ # ] Channel Step Selection The frequency tuning step of the DIAL and the microphone [ UP ] / [ DWN ] keys can be changed. Note: See Setup Menu Item “35 STEP” on page 30 FTM-3100R/E Operating Manual... -
Page 16: Transmission
Note: Keep the microphone about 5 cm away from your mouth. The sensitivity (gain) of the microphone can be adjusted. For details, refer to the Advanced Manual (download from the Yaesu website). 3. Release PTT. The transmit mode/status indicator turns off and the transceiver returns to the receive mode. -
Page 17: Adjusting The Transmit Power
To cancel key-lock, press the [ Power ( Lock )] M H z V / M TXPO SETUP key again. To select which keys are locked, use the Setup Menu Item “16 LOCK” see page 30 for details. FTM-3100R/E Operating Manual... -
Page 18: Advanced Operation
Advanced Operation Repeater Operation The FTM-3100R/E includes the ARS (Automatic Repeater Shift) function, which permits communication through repeaters automatically, by simply setting the receiver to the re- peater frequency. 1. Tune to the repeater frequency. 2. Press the PTT to transmit. -
Page 19: Weather Broadcast Reception
Advanced Operation Weather Broadcast Reception The FTM-3100R/E includes a unique feature which allows reception of weather broad- casts in the 160 MHz frequency range. Ten standard Weather Broadcast channels are preloaded into a special memory bank. To listen to a Weather Broadcast Channel (Example: When “WX” is assigned to [ P4 ] ): 1. -
Page 20: Ctcss Operation
Note: For details, refer to the Advanced Manual (download from the Yaesu website). DCS Operation This radio is equipped with a DCS (Digital Coded Squelch) function that allows audio to be heard only when signals containing the corresponding DCS code are received. -
Page 21: Dcs Search
Note: For details, refer to the Advanced Manual (download from the Yaesu website). Split Tone Operation The FTM-3100R/E can be operated in a “Split Tone” configuration that enables operation on repeaters using a mix of both CTCSS and DCS control via the Setup menu. -
Page 22: Memory Operation
Memory Operation The FTM-3100R/E provides a wide variety of memory system resources. These include: r 199 “basic” memory channels, numbered “1” through “199”. r A “Home” channel, providing storage and quick recall of one prime frequency. r 10 sets of band-edge memories, also known as “Programmable Memory Scan” chan- nels, labeled “L0/U0”... -
Page 23: Memory Recall
Moving Memory Data to the VFO Data stored on memory channels can easily be moved to the VFO. Note: For details, refer to the Advanced Manual (download from the Yaesu website). Memory Only Mode Once memory channel programming has been completed, you may place the radio in a “Memory Only”... -
Page 24: Masking Memories
2. Press and hold the [ V/M ( MW )] key for one second, and then press the [ REV ( DW )] key. The overwrite confirmation screen appears. 3. Press the [ REV ( DW )] key. The home channel frequency is overwritten. FTM-3100R/E Operating Manual... -
Page 25: Scanning
Scan Resume Options Select which of the three resume scan modes is to be performed after the scanning stops. Note: For details, refer to the Advanced Manual (download from the Yaesu website). Memory Skip Scanning Memory channels which you do not want to receive can be skipped during scanning. -
Page 26: Reset Procedure/Clone
(press any other key to cancel the Reset procedure). Clone The FTM-3100R/E includes a convenient “Clone” feature, which allows the memory and configuration data from one transceiver to be transferred to another FTM-3100R/E. This can be particularly useful when configuring a number of transceivers for a public service operation. -
Page 27: Miscellaneous Settings
Programming the Key Assignments Default FTM-3100R/E key functions have been assigned to the Microphone [ P1 ] / [ P2 ] / [ P3 ] / [ P4 ] keys at the factory. The user may change these key function assignments, if quick access to another function is desired. -
Page 28: Displaying The Supply Voltage
Note: See Setup Menu Item “36 TEMP” on page 30. Band Edge Beeper The FTM-3100R/E will automatically “beep” when the receiver’s band edge is encoun- tered during scanning (either in standard VFO scanning or during PMS operation). You may additionally enable this feature (band edge beeper) when the frequency reaches the band edge while selecting the VFO frequency manually, using the DIAL knob. -
Page 29: Setup (Menu) Mode
Setup (Menu) Mode The FTM-3100R/E Setup (Menu) mode, already described in parts of many previous chapters, is easy to activate and setup. The Menus may be used to configure many of transceiver parameters, some of which have not been detailed previously. Use the following procedure to activate the Setup (Menu) mode: 1. - Page 30 36: TEMP the transceiver. 37: TONE FRQ Setting of the CTCSS Tone Frequency. 67.0 to 254.1 (Hz) 100.0 HZ 38: TOT Sets the Time-Out Timer. 0.5 to 10.0 (MIN)/OFF 3.0 MIN ø: Depends on the transceiver version. FTM-3100R/E Operating Manual...
- Page 31 Enables/Disables the Weather Alert fea- 42: WX ALERT ON/OFF ture. Selects the audio output level of the 43: WX VOL NOR VOL/MAX VOL NOR VOL Weather Alert. Reduction of the Microphone Gain/Devia- 44: W/N DEV WIDE/NARROW WIDE tion and receiver bandwidth. FTM-3100R/E Operating Manual...
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Page 32: Maintenance
Electronic and Electric Equipment should be recycled at a facility capable of handling these items and their waste by products. In EU countries, please contact your local equipment supplier representative or ser- vice center for information about the waste collection system in your country. FTM-3100R/E Operating Manual... -
Page 33: Specifications
List of national codes erally permitted. As for the actual usage, the user has to possess an ama- teur radio licence. Usage is allowed only in the frequency bands which are allocated for amateur radios. – – – – FTM-3100R/E Operating Manual... - Page 34 1. Changes or modifications to this device that are not expressly approved by YAESU MUSEN could void the user’s authorization to operate this device. 2. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference including received, interference that may cause undesired operation.
- Page 35 Email: sales@yaesu.co.uk Declaration of Conformity Nr. YUK-DOC-0304-16 We, Yaesu UK Ltd. certify and declare under our sole responsibility that the following equipment complies with the essential requirements of the Directive 1999/5/EC and 2011/65/EU. Type of Equipment VHF Digital/Analogue and VHF Analogue Transceiver...
- Page 36 Copyright 2016 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 1606D-DO YAESU USA Printed in Japan 6125 Phyllis Drive, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A.
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