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FNB-82LI
NC-85B/C/U
Belt Clip
Hand Strap
Antenna
Operating Manual
Warranty Card
Available Option for your VX-2R
FNB-82LI
NC-85 B/C/U
CN-3
CSC-90
CT-44
E-DC-21
MH-34B4B
MH-37A4B
VC-25
ANTENNA
Connect the supplied rubber flex antenna (or another antenna presenting a 50-Ohm
impedance) here.
MIC/SP
This four conductor miniature jack provides connection points for microphone audio,
earphone audio, PTT, and ground.
VOLUME
This control adjusts the audio volume level. Clockwise rotation increases the volume
General Description
Accessories & Option
3.7 V, 1000 mAh Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Packs
2.5-Hour Charger
3.7 V, 1000 mAh Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Packs
2.5-Hour Charger
BNC-to-SMA Adapter
Soft Case
Microphone Adapter
DC Cable w/ Cigar Adapter
Speaker/Microphone
Ear piece/Microphone
VOX Headset
Control & Connections
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FCC ID: K66VX-2R
VX-2R O
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ANUAL
Vertex Standard Co., Ltd.
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Summary of Contents for Yaesu VX-2R
- Page 1 FCC ID: K66VX-2R VX-2R O PERATING ANUAL General Description Accessories & Option Accessories Supplied with the VX-2R FNB-82LI 3.7 V, 1000 mAh Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Packs NC-85B/C/U 2.5-Hour Charger Belt Clip Hand Strap Antenna Operating Manual Warranty Card Available Option for your VX-2R FNB-82LI 3.7 V, 1000 mAh Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Packs...
- Page 2 FCC ID: K66VX-2R VX-2R O PERATING ANUAL level. DIAL The main tuning Dial is used for setting the operating frequency, and also is used for menu selections and other adjustment. TX/BUSY This indicator glows green when the squelch opens, and turns red during transmit.
- Page 3 FCC ID: K66VX-2R VX-2R O PERATING ANUAL Keypad Functions Press Key Press + [FW] Key Press and hold Key BAND Moves operation to the Moves operation to the Activates the Scanner. next-highest frequency next-lowest frequency band. band. Switches the transmit Select the synthesizer Enter the “Set”...
- Page 4 The audio level from the receiver to the TNC may be adjusted by using the VOLUME knob, as with voice operation. The input level to the VX-2R from the TNC should be adjusted at the TNC side; the optimum input voltage is approximately 5 mV at 2000 Ohms.
- Page 5 R. F. says: Hi! I’m R. F. Radio, and I’ll be helping you along as you learn the many features of the VX-2R. I know you’re anxious to get on the air, but I encourage you to read the “Operation” section of this manual as thoroughly as possible, so you’ll get the most out of this fantastic new transceiver.
- Page 6 R.F. Says: 1) A special “RF Squelch” feature is provided on the VX-2R. This feature allows you to set the squelch so that only signals exceeding a certain S-meter level will open the squelch.
- Page 7 “L” icon appears at the bottom of the display. And don’t forget: always have an antenna connected when you transmit. Transmission is possible only on the 144 MHz and 430 MHz bands. R.F. Says: 1) The VX-2R is smart! You can set up Low power on 144 MHz band, while Vertex Standard Co., Ltd.
- Page 8 2) When you are operating on one of the Low power settings, you can press the [F/W] key, when press the PTT switch, to cause the VX-2R to transmit (temporarily) on High power. After one transmission, the power level will revert to the previously-selected Low power setting.
- Page 9 If you wish to re-enable the Beeper, just repeat the above procedure, rotate the DIAL knob to select ON in step “4” above. Advanced Operation Now that you’re mastered the basics of VX-2R operation, let’s learn more about some of the really neat features. Changing the Channel Steps The VX-2R’s synthesizer provides the option of utilizing channel steps of...
- Page 10 ANUAL 5/9/10/12.5/15/20/25/50/100 kHz per step, any number of which may be important to your operating requirements. The VX-2R is set up at the factory with different default steps on each operating band which probably are satisfactory for most operation. However, if you need to change the channel step increments, the procedure to do so is very easy.
- Page 11 Repeater Shifts Your VX-2R has been configured, at the factory, for the repeater shifts customary in your country. For the 144 MHz band shift will be 600 kHz; on the 430 MHz band, the shift may be 1.6 MHz, 7.6 MHz, or 5 MHz (USA version).
- Page 12 FCC ID: K66VX-2R VX-2R O PERATING ANUAL Press the [H/L] key momentarily to enable adjustment this Item. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the desired shift among “–RPT,” “+RPT,” and “SIMP.” When you have made your selection, press the PTT key to save the new setting and return to normal operation.
- Page 13 CTCSS to control access to the repeater, but don’t pass it along when transmitting. If the S-Meter deflects, but the VX-2R is not passing audio, repeat steps “1” through “4” above, but rotate the DIAL so that “TSQ” disappears - this will allow you to hear all traffic on the channel being received.
- Page 14 FCC ID: K66VX-2R VX-2R O PERATING ANUAL similar to that just described for CTCSS. Your repeater system may be configured for DCS; if not, it is frequently quite useful in Simplex operation if your friend(s) use transceivers equipped with this advanced feature.
- Page 15 Tone Scanning works either in the VFO or Memory modes. CTCSS/DCS Bell Operation During CTCSS Decode or DCS operation, you may set up the VX-2R such that a ringing “bell” sound alerts you to the fact that a call is coming in. Here is the procedure for activating the CTCSS/DCS Bell: Set the transceiver up for CTCSS Decode (“Tone Squelch”) or DCS operation, as...
- Page 16 Split Tone Operation The VX-2R can be operated in a Split Tone configuration via the Set mode. Press and hold the [H/L] key for one second to enter the Set mode. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Set Mode Item 23: SPLIT.
- Page 17 FCC ID: K66VX-2R VX-2R O PERATING ANUAL ARTS-equipped station are within communications range. This may be particularly useful during Search-and Rescue situations, where is important to stay in contact with other members of your group. Both stations must set up their DCS codes to the same code number, then activate their ARTS feature using the command appropriate for their radio.
- Page 18 FCC ID: K66VX-2R VX-2R O PERATING ANUAL R.F. Says: ARTS won’t work if you have used the Lock feature to disable the PTT! ARTS Polling Time Options The ARTS feature may be programmed to poll every 25 seconds (default value) or 15 seconds.
- Page 19 R.F. Says: You may check your work by monitoring the entered callsign. To do this, repeat steps 1- 3 above, then press the [MON/F] key. DTMF Operation Despite the lack of a DTMF keypad, you can still transmit DTMF tones with the VX-2R for repeater control or autopatch use. Manual DTMF Tone Generation...
- Page 20 PTT key, as the transmitter will be held “on the air” until the DTMF string is completed. Emergency Channel Operation The VX-2R includes an “Emergency” feature which may be useful if you have someone monitoring on the same frequency as your transceiver’s UHF “Home” channel. See Vertex Standard Co., Ltd.
- Page 21 FCC ID: K66VX-2R VX-2R O PERATING ANUAL page ?? for details on setting the Home channel. The “Emergency” feature is activated by press and holding the [HM/RV] key for one second. When this is done, (A) the radio is placed on the UHF amateur band Home channel, (B) it emits a loud “Alarm”...