HF/VHF/UHF ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER FT-897 Operating Manual VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD. 4-8-8 Nakameguro, Meguro-Ku, Tokyo 153-8644, Japan VERTEX STANDARD US Headquarters 10900 Walker Street, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A. YAESU EUROPE B.V. P.O. Box 75525, 1118 ZN Schiphol, The Netherlands YAESU UK LTD. Unit 12, Sun Valley Business Park, Winnall Close Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 0LB, U.K. VERTEX STANDARD HK LTD. Unit 5, 20/F.
Contents Introduction ............................................................................ 1 Specifications ........................................................................... 2 Accessories & Options ............................................................ 3 Installation ............................................................................... 4 Power connections ................................................................. 4 External DC power source operation .................
INTRODUCTION The FT-897 is a rugged, innovative multiband, multimode portable transceiver for the amateur radio MF/HF/ VHF/UHF bands. Providing coverage of the 160-10 meter bands plus the 6 m, 2 m, and 70 cm bands, the FT-897 includes operation on the SSB, CW, AM, FM, and Digital modes, yielding the most comprehensive performance package available for field operation.
SPECIFICATIONS General Frequency Range: Emission Modes: Synthesizer Steps (Min.): Antenna Impedance: Operating Temp. Range: Frequency Stability: Supply Voltage: Current Consumption: Case Size (W x H x D): Weight (Approx.): Receive: 0.1-56 MHz, 76-108 MHz, 118-164 MHz, 420-470 MHz Transmit: 160 - 6 Meters, 2 Meters, 70 Centimeters (Amateur bands only) 5.
ACCESSORIES & OPTIONS SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES Hand Microphone MH-31A8J DC Power Cord Operating Manual Warranty Card AVAILABLE OPTIONS FP-30 External AC Power Supply FP-1030A External AC Power Supply (25A) FP-1023A Compact Power Supply (23A; U.S.A. only) FNB-78 Ni-MH Battery Pack (13.2 V, 4500 mAh) PA-26B/C/U Ni-MH Battery Charger CD-24 Ni-MH Battery Charger Adapter YF-122S Collins SSB Filter (2.3 kHz/4.7 kHz: -6 dB/-66 dB) YF-122C Collins CW Filter (500 Hz/2 kHz: -6 dB/-60 dB) TCXO-9 TCXO Unit (±0.
INSTALLATION POWER CONNECTIONS The FT-897 is designed use from (1) an external DC power source, (2) internal battery (requires optional FNB-78 Ni-MH battery pack), or (3) AC power source (requires optional FP-30 Internal AC Power Supply). External DC power source operation The DC power connector for the FT-897 must only be connected to a DC source providing 13.8 Volts DC (±15%), and capable of at least 22 Amperes of current.
INSTALLATION POWER CONNECTIONS AC power source operation (requires optional FP-30 AC power supply) For base station installations, Yaesu recommends the use of the FP-30 AC power supply, which is designed to clamp onto the FT-897. Installation 1. Turn the transceiver’s power off, and disconnect all cables from the transceiver. 2. Remove the six screws (three screws on bottom side and rear side), then lift off the bottom cover (Figure 1 and 2). 3.
INSTALLATION POWER CONNECTIONS Internal battery operation (requires optional FNB-78 Ni-MH battery pack) The optional FNB-78 Ni-MH Battery Pack provides 13.2 Volts of DC power for your FT-897, with a maximum capacity of 4500 mAh (you may install the two FNB-78 into the FT-897, in this time, maximum capacity is 9 Ah!). A fully charged set of FNB-78 Ni-MH Battery Pack should provide approximately 4 hours of reception under typical conditions. Installation 1.
INSTALLATION GROUNDING The provision of an effective ground system is important in any successful communications station. A good ground system can contribute to station efficiency in a number of ways: Ì It can minimize the possibility of electrical shock to the operator. Ì It can minimize RF currents flowing on the shield of the coaxial cable and the chassis of the transceiver which may cause interference to nearby home entertainment devices or laboratory test equipment.
INSTALLATION ANTENNA CONSIDERATIONS The antenna systems connected to your FT-897 transceiver are, of course, critically important in ensuring successful communications. The FT-897 is designed for use with any antenna system providing a 50 Ω resistive impedance at the desired operating frequency.
INSTALLATION RF FIELD EXPOSURE ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY This transceiver is capable of power output in excess of 50 Watts, so customers in the United States may be required to demonstrate compliance with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations concerning maximum permissible exposure to radio frequency energy. Compliance is based on the actual power output used, feedline loss, antenna type and height, and other factors which can only be evaluated as a system.
INSTALLATION LINEAR AMPLIFIER INTERFACING The FT-897 provides the switching and drive-control lines required for easy interfacing to most all commonly-available amplifiers sold today. Be sure to configure your amplifier so that it switches via a closure to ground, as provided by your FT-897's CAT/LINEAR jack (“TX GND” pin).
INSTALLATION CW KEY/KEYER CONNECTIONS All commonly-available keyer paddles should work perfectly with the built-in Electronic Keyer. The wiring configuration for the paddle is shown below. For straight-key operation, only the tip and shaft connections are used. DOT DASH RECEIVER ACCESSORIES (TAPE RECORDER ETC.) Connection of a tape recorder or other such receiver accessory is easily accomplished by using the DATA jack’s Data Out (1200 bps) terminal (Pin 5) and Ground (Pin 2).
FRONT PANEL CONTROL & SWITCHES BATT-A BATT-B Liquid Crystal Display [F] Key The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) provides indication of the operating frequency and other aspects of transceiver status. Press this key momentarily to enable the changing of the function of the Multi Function keys ([A], [B], and [C]) by the MEM/VFO CH knob. Press and hold this key for one second to activate the “Menu” mode. FUNC Keys These three keys select many of the most important operating features of the transceiver.
FRONT PANEL CONTROL & SWITCHES CLAR Knob MODE( )/MODE( ) Key This knob tunes the clarifier offset frequency up to ±9.99 kHz, when the Receiver Clarifier feature is activated by pressing the CLAR/IF SHIFT key. Pressing either of these keys momentarily will change the operating mode. The selections available are: … USB LSB CW CWR AM DIG PKT USB … BAND(DWN)/BAND(UP) Key Pressing either of these keys momentarily will cause the frequency to be moved up or down by one frequency band.
FRONT PANEL CONTROL & SWITCHES The [A], [B], and [C] keys select many of the most important operating features of the transceiver. When you press the [F] key, then rotate the MEM/VFO CH knob, the current function of that key will appear above each of the [A], [B], and [C] keys (along the bottom of the LCD). You may scroll the display through 17 rows of functions available for use via the [A], [B], and [C] keys.
FRONT PANEL CONTROL & SWITCHES Multi Function Row “e” (MFe) [TON, -------, TDCH] ([ENC, DEC, TDCH]) [A] [ B] [ C] [A] [ B] [ C] [A] Key: TON/ENC Press the [A](TON) key to activate CTCSS or DCS operation on FM. When the Split Tone feature is activated via Menu Mode No-079 [SPLIT TONE], this key function changes to “ENC” for activation of the CTCSS Encoder or DCS Encoder. Press the [A](ENC) key to activate the encoder.
FRONT PANEL CONTROL & SWITCHES Multi Function Row “i” (MFi) [MTR, --------, DISP] [A] [B] [ C] [A] Key: MTR Pressing the [A](MTR) key repeatedly allows selection of the display function of the meter in the transmit mode. PWR « ALC « SWR « MOD « PWR …… The selected function will appear above the [B] key. Press and hold in the [A](MTR) key for one second to recall Menu Mode No-062 [MTR PEAK HOLD] (for setting the “Peak-Hold” function of the meter).
FRONT PANEL CONTROL & SWITCHES Multi Function Row “n” (MFn) [CFIL,--------,--------] [A] Key: CFIL Press the [A](CFIL) key to select the 2.4 kHz ceramic IF filter. [A] [ B] [C] [B] Key Press the [B] key to select the optional IF filter which is located on the “FIL-1” (Optional Filter 1) slot on the Main Unit. When an optional filter is not installed on the“FIL-1” slot, this key function is disabled, and its label is “N/A.
REAR PANEL CONNECTORS INPUT Jack ACC Jack This is the DC power supply connection for the transceiver, used when operating the transceiver with an external power supply. Use the supplied DC cable to connect this jack to the car battery or DC power supply, which must be capable of supplying at least 22A @ 13.8 VDC. For base station operation, the optional FP-30 External AC power supply may be attached to the bottom of the transceiver and connect the output pigtail of the FP-30 to this jack. This 3.
TOP & BOTTOM PANEL CONNECTORS Top Panel Switch A-B Switch Selects the battery pack to be used, when you have installed two optional FNB-78 Ni-MH battery packs into the FT-897. Bottom Panel Connector METER Jack This 3.5-mm 2-pin jack is used for connection to an analog meter (not produced by Vertex Standard). Please refer to the MENU No-060 and No-061.
OPERATION Hi! I’m R.F. Radio, and I’m here to guide you through the fine points of the setup and use of your new FT-897. 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 rig. Now. . .let’s get operating! TURNING THE TRANSCEIVER ON AND OFF Ì To turn the transceiver on, press and hold in the POWER switch for one second.
OPERATION MODE SELECTION ADJUSTING THE RF GAIN AND SQUELCH Press either the MODE( ) or MODE( ) key to move among the eight settings for the operating modes, respectively. The SQL/RF Gain control is configured differently, depending on the country to which the FT-897 has been exported. In the U.S. version, the default function of this control is “RF Gain.” The configuration of the SQL/RF Gain control is set via Menu Mode No-080 [SQL/RF GAIN]; see page 59 for details.
OPERATION SETTING THE OPERATING FREQUENCY STACKED VFO SYSTEM 1. In the “SSB/CW/DIG” modes, rotate the DIAL knob to set the frequency. Clockwise rotation of the DIAL increases the operating frequency. 2. In the “AM/FM/PKT” modes, rotate the MEM/VFO CH knob to set the frequency. Clockwise rotation of the MEM/VFO CH increases the operating frequency. 3. You may also use the MEM/VFO CH knob to adjust the operating frequency in the “SSB/CW/DIG” modes.
RECEIVER ACCESSORIES LOCKING FRONT PANEL CONTROLS CLARIFIER (RECEIVER INCREMENTAL TUNING) The front panel LOCK button allows you to disable the DIAL and/or the front panel controls. The Clarifier (RIT) allows you to set an offset of up to ±9.99 kHz of the receive frequency relative to your transmit frequency. To achieve a wider offset than this, you may use the “Split” operating mode, described later.
RECEIVER ACCESSORIES IF SHIFT AGC (AUTOMATIC GAIN CONTROL) The receiver’s IF SHIFT feature is an effective interferencereduction tool, which allows you to shift the passband response higher or lower without changing the pitch of the incoming signal. The receiver recovery time constant of the AGC system may be modified to match your operating needs.
RECEIVER ACCESSORIES NOISE BLANKER ATT (FRONT END ATTENUATOR) The IF Noise Blanker may be useful in reducing or eliminating some types of impulse noise, especially noise generated by automotive ignition systems. The Attenuator will reduce all signals (and noise) by 10 dB, and it may be used to make reception more pleasant under extremely noisy conditions. This feature is not available on the 144 MHz and 430 MHz bands. 1.
RECEIVER ACCESSORIES DSP CW PEAKING FILTER DSP NOISE REDUCTION (NR) In the CW mode, pressing the [C](DBF) key in Multi Function Row “p” [DNR, DNF, DBF] activates a narrow-bandwidth peaking filter, which may be ideal for use under very crowded conditions. The DSP CW Peaking Filter also is especially helpful under VHF/UHF weak-signal situations. The Noise Reduction feature of the DSP system may be used to enhance signal-to-noise ratio on weak signals.
RECEIVER ACCESSORIES AM/FM TUNING DIAL OPERATION AUTOMATIC POWER-OFF FEATURE In the AM and FM modes, the DIAL knob is locked out (via the setting of Menu Mode No-004 [AM&FM DIAL]) so as to allow “channelized” tuning on these modes. To adjust the operating frequency, simply rotate the MEM/VFO CH knob. The APO feature helps conserve battery life by automatically turning the transceiver off after a user-defined period of time within which there has been no dial or key activity.
TRANSMITTER OPERATION SSB/AM TRANSMISSION Basic Setup/Operation VOX Operation 1. Press the MODE( ) or MODE( ) key so as to select either SSB (LSB/USB) or the AM mode. In the SSB mode, if you are operating on the 7 MHz or lower bands, select the LSB mode. If you are operating on the 14 MHz or higher bands, select the USB mode. 2. Press the [F] key momentarily, then rotate the MEM/VFO CH knob, as needed, until Multi Function Row “i” [MTR, PWR, DISP] appears on the display. 3.
TRANSMITTER OPERATION SSB/AM TRANSMISSION AF Speech Processor Operation DSP Microphone Equalizer The AF Speech Processor increases your average power output while operating on SSB and AM modes. In the SSB, AM, and FM transmission modes, you may use the DSP system to change the frequency response of the audio stage. This will allow you to roll off excessive highand/or low-frequency components of your voice’s audio characteristics. 1.
TRANSMITTER OPERATION CW TRANSMISSION Operation using Straight Key/External Keying Device When using a straight key, an external electronic keyer, or a computer-generated keying device, please follow the instructions in this section. 1. Insert your key’s (three-conductor) plug into the rearpanel KEY jack. DOT DASH DOT DASH COMMON KEY GND COMMON KEY GND 2. Press the MODE( ) or MODE( ) key, as needed, to select one of the CW modes (CW/CWR).
TRANSMITTER OPERATION CW TRANSMISSION Using the Built-in Electronic Keyer The built-in Electronic Keyer provides a convenient method of generating CW. The Electronic Keyer includes weight and speed adjustments. 1. Connect your keyer paddle’s cable to the KEY jack on the rear panel of the transceiver. 2. Press the MODE( ) or MODE( ) key, as needed, to select the desired CW mode (CW/CWR). 3.
TRANSMITTER OPERATION FM TRANSMISSION Basic Setup/Operation Repeater Operation 1. Press the MODE( ) or MODE( ) key so as to select the FM mode. 2. Press the microphone’s PTT switch, and speak into the microphone in a normal voice. Release the PTT switch to return to the receive mode. 3. If you get reports that your modulation level is too high or too low, you may need to adjust the FM-mode microphone gain.
TRANSMITTER OPERATION FM TRANSMISSION • you press the [A](TON) key repeatedly, you will observe “TSQ” (CTCSS Encode/Decode), “DEN” (Digital Coded Squelch, Encode), followed by “DCS” (Digital Coded Squelch, Encode/Decode). One additional press will disable all repeater-access tone systems. See the next section for a discussion of DCS operation. If the default repeater access tone is not appropriate for the repeater on which you are operating, it may be set easily: 1.
TRANSMITTER OPERATION FM TRANSMISSION DCS Operation Split Tone Operation Another form of tone access control is Digital Code Squelch, or DCS. It is a newer, more advanced tone system that is less susceptible to false triggering than CTCSS. A DCS Encoder/Decoder is built into your transceiver, and operation is very similar to that described above for CTCSS. The FT-897 can be configured in a “Split Tone” configuration via the Menu mode. 1.
TRANSMITTER OPERATION FM TRANSMISSION ARTS™ Operation CW Identifier Setup The ARTS™ system uses DCS signaling to inform you when you and another ARTS™-equipped station are within communications range. This can be especially valuable during search-and-rescue operations, as a base station can quickly use ARTS™ to alert a field unit that it is out of range; the field unit can then move to a better location to re-establish communications. The ARTS™ feature includes a CW identifier, as discussed previously.
TRANSMITTER OPERATION DIGITAL MODE OPERATION (SSB-BASED AFSK) The FT-897 provides extensive capability for digital mode operation on the HF, VHF, and UHF bands. The use of AFSK (Audio Frequency-Shifted Keying) configurations allows a wide variety of different communication modes to be utilized. The Menu provides for specific digital mode selections, which include custom BFO offsets to optimize the receive and transmit passbands for the mode selected.
TRANSMITTER OPERATION DIGITAL MODE OPERATION (SSB-BASED AFSK) PSK31 Operation Packet (1200/9600 bps FM) Operation Two dedicated PSK31 modes are available, one each for USB-side and LSB-side injection. For BPSK work, the injection does not matter, but for QPSK the two working stations must use the same sideband. The FT-897 is designed for operation on either 1200 bps or 9600 bps packet, and setup is similar to that described previously for SSB-based modes.
TRANSMITTER OPERATION WEATHERFAX MONITORING SPLIT FREQUENCY OPERATION Monitoring of HF WeatherFax broadcasts is easily accomplished using the FT-897. This transceiver provides convenient split-frequency operation, using the VFO-A and VFO-B, for DX working and other operating situations requiring unique split frequency pairs. Before proceeding, be certain that the WeatherFax demodulator is properly connected to Pins 5 and 2 of the rear panel DATA jack. 1.
TRANSMITTER OPERATION ACTIVE-TUNING ANTENNA SYSTEM (ATAS-100/-120) OPERATION The optional ATAS-100/-120 Active-Tuning Antenna System provides operation on a number of HF bands (7/14/21/ 28 MHz) plus 50 MHz, 144 MHz, and 430 MHz. The FT897 provides microprocessor control of the tuning mechanism in the ATAS-100/-120 for convenient automatic tuning. Before operation can begin, you must instruct the FT-897’s microprocessor that the ATAS-100/-120 is being used. This is done using the Menu Mode: 1.
TRANSMITTER OPERATION ACTIVE-TUNING ANTENNA SYSTEM (ATAS-100/-120) OPERATION ATAS-100/-120 Operating Tips External Wattmeters The information below will help you derive the best performance possible from the ATAS-100/-120 Active-Tuning Antenna System. If you wish to use an external wattmeter in conjunction with the transceiver and your ATAS-100/-120, please check the wattmeter with an Ohmmeter prior to installation.
TRANSMITTER OPERATION FC-30 AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION The optional FC-30 Automatic Antenna Tuner provides automatic tuning of a coaxial line so as to present a nominal 50 Ω impedance to the FT-897’s HF/50 MHz antenna port. Before operation can begin, you must instruct the FT-897’s microprocessor that the FC-30 is being used. This is done using the Menu Mode: 1. Press and hold in the [F] key for one second to activate the Menu mode. 2.
MEMORY OPERATION QMB (QUICK MEMORY BANK) CHANNELS The “Quick Memory” Bank provides one-touch access to frequencies you want to store and recall in a hurry. You may store a “QMB” channel into a “regular” memory later, if you like; use of the “regular” memories will be described later. QMB Channel Storage 1. Tune in the desired frequency and set the operating mode and bandwidth. If this is an FM channel, set up any required CTCSS/DCS and repeater shift configurations. 2.
MEMORY OPERATION MEMORY OPERATION ON “REGULAR” MEMORY CHANNELS Memory Channel Recall Masking (“Hiding”) a Memory 1. If you currently are in the VFO tuning mode, press the V/M key once to enter the “Memory” mode (a memory channel number “M-nnn” will appear on the display in the space previously occupied by “VFOa” or “VFOb”). 2. To select another memory channel, turn the MEM/VFO CH knob. 3.
MEMORY OPERATION MEMORY OPERATION ON “HOME” CHANNEL MEMORIES Four Special one-touch “Home” channels are available, for special frequencies you use often. Either “simplex” or “split” frequency/mode data may be stored in the “Home” channel locations. Special “Home” channels are available for HF (any frequency between 1.8 and 29.7 MHz), 50 MHz, 144 MHz, and 430 MHz.
SPECTRUM SCOPE MONITOR / SMART SEARCHTM SPECTRUM SCOPE MONITOR OPERATION The Spectrum Scope Monitor allows viewing of operating activity on above and below your current frequency channel in the VFO mode, or viewing of memory channel activity on the current memory group when in the Memory mode. When the Spectrum Scope Monitor is activated, the display indicates the relative signal strength on channels immediately adjacent to the current operating frequency.
SCANNING OPERATION SCANNING FEATURES This transceiver contains a wide variety of scanning capabilities.
SCANNING OPERATION SCANNING FEATURES “PRIORITY CHANNEL” SCANNING Scan Skip Programming (Memory Mode Only) The FT-897’s scanning features include a two-channel scanning capability which allows you to operate on a VFO or Memory channel, while periodically checking a Memory Channel “M-001” for activity.
SCANNING OPERATION PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY SCAN (PMS) OPERATION To limit scanning (and manual tuning) within a particular frequency range, you can use the Programmable Memory Scanning (PMS) feature, which utilizes 10 special-purpose memory pairs (“M-P1L/ M-P1U” through “M-P5L/ MP5U”). The PMS feature is especially useful in helping you to observe any operating sub-band limits which apply to your Amateur license class. PMS setup is simple to accomplish: 1.
OPERATION ON ALASKA EMERGENCY FREQUENCY: 5167.5 kHz (U.S. VERSION ONLY) Section 97.401(d) of the regulations governing amateur radio in the United States permit emergency amateur communications on the spot frequency of 5167.5 kHz by stations in (or within 92.6 km of) the state of Alaska. This frequency is only to be used when the immediate safety of human life and/or property are threatened, and is never to be used for routine communications.
MISCELLANEOUS SETTINGS BEACON FEATURE The FT-897’s unique “Beacon” feature allow you to set up the transceiver to send a repetitive message. For example, on a DXpedition, the FT-897 beacon might be activated on a 50 MHz frequency, to alert DXers as to possible band openings. Beacon Text Storage Beacon Transmission (On the Air) 1. Press and hold in the [F] key for one second to enter the Menu mode. 2. Rotate the MEM/VFO CH knob to select Menu Mode No-011 [BEACON TEXT 1]. 3.
MISCELLANEOUS SETTINGS DISPLAY CUSTOMIZATION Display Lamp Mode Display Color The FT-897 illumination lamp has four options for activation of the illumination. The LCD color may be changed using the Menu Mode for different operating status conditions. For example, the display may be configured to show a different color accord-ing to ARTS status, by Band, by Memory Group, by VFO/ Memory/HOME/QMB status, or may be set to indicate different colors according to meter indication (i.e.
MENU OPERATION The Menu System allows you to customize a wide variety of transceiver performance aspects and operating characteristics. Once you have gone through the various Menu customization procedures initially, you will find that you will not have to resort to them frequently during everyday operation. MENU OPERATION 1. Press and hold in the [F] key for one second. The Menu Item number and a title for the Menu Mode will appear in the display. 2.
MENU OPERATION No 040 041 042 043 044 045 046 047 048 049 Menu Item DIG VOX DISP COLOR DISP CONTRAST DISP INTENSITY DISP MODE DSP BPF WIDTH DSP HPF CUTOFF DSP LPF CUTOFF DSP MIC EQ DSP NR LEVEL 050 EMERGENCY 051 FM MIC GAIN 052 FM STEP 053 054 055 056 HOME-->VFO LOCK MODE MEM GROUP MEM TAG 057 MEM/VFO DIAL MODE 058 MIC SCAN 059 MIC SEL 060 MTR ARX SEL 061 MTR ATX SEL 062 MTR PEAK HOLD 063 NB LEVEL 064 OP FILTER 1 065 PG A 066 PG B 067 PG C 068 PG ACC 069 PG P1 070 PG P2 071 PKT 1200 072 PKT 9600 073 PKT
MENU OPERATION MENU MODE No- 001 [EXT MENU] Function: Enables/Disables the extended Menu Mode. Available Values: ON/OFF Default: OFF MENU MODE No •002 [144 MHz ARS] Function: Activates/deactivates the Aut omatic Repeater Shift feature when operating on the 144 MHz band. Available Values: ON/OFF Default: ON (depending on transceiver version) MENU MODE No •003 [430 MHz ARS] Function: Activates/deactivates the Automatic Repeater Shift feature when operating on the 430 MHz band.
MENU OPERATION MENU MODE No •015 [CAR LSB R] Function: Sets the Rx Carrier Point for LSB.
MENU OPERATION MENU MODE No- 030 [CW SPEED] Function: Sets the sending speed for the built-in Electronic keyer. Available Values: 4wpm ~ 60 wpm (1wpm/step)/20cpm ~ 300 cpm (5cpm/step) Default: 12 wpm (60 cpm) You can set the sending speed according to either of two units of speed (wpm: words per minute; cpm: characters per minute) To switch units between “wpm” and “cpm,” just press the MEM/VFO CH knob. MENU MODE No•031 [CW TRAINING] Function: Sends random Morse Code five-character groups via the sidetone.
MENU OPERATION MENU MODE No- 043 [DISP INTENSITY] Function: Setting of the display brightness level. Available Values: 0 (Dim) ~ 3 (Bright) Default: 3 MENU MODE No •044 [DISP MODE] Function: Sets up the LCD Lamp mode. Available Values: OFF/AUTO1/AUTO2/ON Default: AUTO2 OFF: Disables the LCD illumination. AUTO1: Illuminates the LCD for three seconds when any button is pressed, or if you rotate the MEM/VFO CH knob.
MENU OPERATION MENU MODE No •054 [LOCK MODE] Function: Selects the operation of the front panel’s LOCK key. Available Values: DIAL/FREQ/PANEL/ALL Default: DIAL DIAL: Locks the DIAL knob only. FREQ: Locks the front panel keys and knobs related to frequency control (such as BAND(UP) and BAND(DWN) key, [A](A/B) key., etc.) PANEL: Locks all front panel keys and knobs (except POWER and LOCK keys) ALL: Locks all front panel keys and knobs (except POWER and LOCK keys) and microphone keys.
MENU OPERATION MENU MODE No •061 [MTR ATX SEL] Function: Selects the meter display configuration while the transceiver is transmitting. Available Values: PWR, ALC, MOD, SWR, VLT, N/A, OFF Default: PWR PWR: Indicates the relative transmit power. ALC: Indicates the relative Automatic Level Control voltage. MOD: Indicates the deviation level. SWR: I n d i c a t e s t h e S t a n d i n g Wa v e R a t i o (forward:reflected). VLT: Indicates the battery voltage. N/A: Not available at this time.
MENU OPERATION MENU MODE No - 080 [SQL/RF GAIN] Function: Selects the configuration of the front panel’s SQL/ RF knob. Available Values: RF-GAIN/SQL Default: Depends on transceiver version. MENU MODE No- 081 [SSB MIC GAIN] Function: Adjusts the microphone gain level for the SSB mode. Available Values: 0 ~ 100 Default: 50 MENU MODE No- 082 [SSB STEP] Function: Selects the tuning steps for the MEM/VFO CH knob on the SSB mode. Available Values: 1kHz/2.5kHz/5kHz Default: 2.
CAT (COMPUTER AIDED TRANSCEIVER) OPERATION The FT-897’s CAT System allows the transceiver to be controlled by a personal computer. This allows multiple control operations to be fully automated as a single mouse click, or it allows a third-party software package (such as contest logging software) to communicate with the FT-897 without (redundant) operator intervention. The Optional CAT Interface Cable CT-62 is a connection cable for the FT-897 and your computer.
CAT (COMPUTER AIDED TRANSCEIVER) OPERATION Opcode Command Chart Command Title Parameter Opcode LOCK ON/OFF CMD PTT ON/OFF CMD Set Frequency P1 P2 P3 P4 01 Operating Mode P1 07 CLAR ON/OFF CMD CLAR Frequency P1 P3 P4 F5 VFO-A/B 81 SPLIT ON/OFF CMD Repeater Offset P1 09 Repeater Offset Frequency P1 P2 P3 P4 F9 CTCSS/DCS Mode P1 0A CTCSS Tone P1 P2 P3 P4 0B DCS Code P1 P2 P3
POWER-ON MICROPROCESSOR RESET PROCEDURES / CLONING POWER-ON MICROPROCESSOR RESET PROCEDURES Some or all transceiver settings can be reset to their factorydefault states using one of the following power-on routines: Ì [V/M] + POWER on: Resets all memories and following menu settings to their factory-default values: Menu #06 (AM STEP), 33 (DCS CODE), 52 (FM STEP), 56 (MEM TAG), 76 (RPT SHIFT), 82 (SSB STEP), and 83 (TONE FREQ).
INSTALLATION OF OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES OPTIONAL FILTERS:YF-122S AND YF-122C 1. Turn the transceiver’s power off by pressing and holding in the PWR switch for one second, then disconnect the DC cable from the INPUT jack on the rear panel of the transceiver, when operating the FT-897 with a DC power supply or optional FP-30 AC power supply. 2. Referring to Figure 1, remove the eight screws affixing the top cover of the transceiver then disconnect the speaker’s connector from the MAIN Unit. 3.
INSTALLATION OF OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES OPTIONAL HIGH STABILITY REFERENCE OSCILLATOR TCXO-9 The TCXO-9 provides high stability over a wide range of ambient temperatures, so as to enhance digital-mode operating. 1. Turn the transceiver’s power off by pressing and holding in the POWER switch for one second, then disconnect the DC cable from the INPUT jack on the rear panel of the transceiver, when operating the FT-897 with a DC power supply or optional FP-30 AC power supply. 2.
INSTALLATION OF OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES EXTERNAL AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER “FC-30” Parts List Screws (M3 x 6B) ........................................................ 2 Screws (M3 x 6B) ....................................................... 6 Mounting Plate A .............................................................. 1 Mounting Plate B .............................................................. 1 Mounting Plate C .............................................................. 1 Installation 1.
APPENDIX SETUP OF MEMORIES FOR LOW EARTH ORBIT (LEO) FM SATELLITE OPERATION Although the FT-897 is not capable of “full duplex” operation (simultaneous transmission and reception), its flexible memory system is ideal for configuring a set of memories for LEO satellite work. The example below is designed around the popular satellite UO-14, but the same principles apply to operation using AO-27, SO-35, and other such satellites. First, set up a table of the required operating frequencies.
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1. Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by VERTEX STANDARD 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 interference that may cause undesired operation. 3.
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