Using The Aprs Function; What Is The Aprs Function - Yaesu FTM-400DR Operating Manual

Using the APRS Function
What is the APRS Function?
There is a verity of methods to display GPS position information using amateur radios.
APRS (Automatic Packet Reporting System) uses a format that is advocated by Bob
Bruninga WB4APR. This system performs data communications for messages and
position information.
When an APRS signal is received from a partner station, the direction, distance, speed
etc. of the partner station in relation to your own station will be shown in the display of
this radio.
When using the APRS function, the call sign and symbol etc. of your own station need to
be set (initial settings).
Refer to the separate Operating Manual APRS Edition for details (download the manual
from our YAESU website).
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