Arts Tm : Auto Range Transpond System; Arts Basic Operation - Yaesu FT-2600M Operating Manual

ARTS™: Auto Range Transpond System
This system uses DCS signaling to inform you when you and another ARTS-equipped
station are within communications range. Both stations must first select DCS operation
using the same DCS code.
Whenever you press the PTT, or every 30 seconds after ARTS is activated, your radio
transmits a (subaudible) DCS signal. If the other radio is in range, the beeper (if enabled)
will sound, and "ARTSlogo" will flash on the display.
Whether you talk or not, the radios will continue to poll each other every 30 seconds while
ARTS is activated. You can also have your radio transmit your callsign via CW every nine
minutes, to comply with identification requirements.
If you move out range for more than one minute (two polls), your radio senses that no
signal has been received. The beeper will sound, and the "ARTSlogo" will stop flashing. If
you move back into range, your radio will again beep, and the"ARTSlogo" will again
flash.
During ARTS operation, it is not possible to change the operating frequency or other set-
tings; you must first terminate ARTS to resume normal operation. This is a safety feature to
prevent accidental loss of contact due to channel change, etc.
Here is how to activate ARTS:
(1) Press and hold in the [MHz] key for one second, then rotate the Main Dial knob to
select "03 ARTS."
(2) Press the [MHz] key, then rotate the Main Dial knob to select the ARTS operating
mode: "RX (receive-only)," "TX (transmit-only)," "TRX (transceive)," or "OFF." The
operating descriptions assume both radios are set to "TRX."
(3) Press and hold in the [MHz] key for one second to save the entry and exit. The "ARTS"
icon will appear in the display. The display will now show "ARTS " icon. After two
pollings (one minute), if a response is not detected, "ARTS" icon will appear continu-
ously; otherwise, "ARTS" icon will be flashed as long as both stations remain in range.
(4) To cancel ARTS operation, select "OFF" in step (2) above.
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