Advanced Operation; Keyboard Locking - Yaesu VX-3E Operating Manual

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Now that you're mastered the basics of VX-3R/E operation, let's learn more about some of
the really neat features.
In order to prevent accidental frequency change or inadvertent transmission, various as-
pects of the VX-3R/E's keys and switches may be locked out. The possible lockout combi-
nations are:
KEY: The front panel keys are locked out
PTT: The PTT switch is locked (TX not possible)
KY+PTT: Both the keys and PTT switch are locked out
To lock out some or all of the keys:
1. Press and hold in the [ TXPO ] key for one second to enter the Set mode.
2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set Mode Item 46: LOCK.
Note: Do not forget to pull the DIAL knob to rotate the DIAL
knob.
3. Press the [ TXPO ] key momentarily to enable adjustment of this
Item.
4. Rotate the DIAL knob to choose between one of the locking
schemes as outlined above.
5. When you have made your selection, press the PTT switch to save the new setting and
return to normal operation.
To activate the locking feature, press the [ F/W ] key, then press and
hold in the [ BAND ] key for one second. The "
on the LCD. To cancel locking, repeat this process.
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