Yaesu VR-120 User manual

COMMUNICATIONS RECEIVER
Rugged Professional
Communications Receiver
Actual Size
*Cellular / image / restricted
frequencies Blocked
Wideband Coverage: 0.1~1299.995* MHz FM/WFM/AM
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Professional Grade
Receiver
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Wide Frequency
Coverage
•
640 Memory Channels
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Durable and Reliable
for Outdoor Use
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Fully-illuminated
Keypad and Display
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Four-Button
Simple Operation
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Long Battery Life
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Multiple Power
Source Capability
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Professional Grade
Receiver
•
Wide Frequency
Coverage
•
640 Memory Channels
•
Durable and Reliable
for Outdoor Use
•
Fully-illuminated
Keypad and Display
•
Four-Button
Simple Operation
•
Long Battery Life
•
Multiple Power
Source Capability
OPTIONAL CHARGING STAND
AC Adapter
PA-30B/C/U*
(Optional)
E-DC-15
(Optional)
Use the NC-82* Charger Stand and
CA-34* Charger Sleeve to charge
the optional FNB-79* Ni-Cd Battery
Pack, using the PA-30* AC Adapter.
NEW EXTERNAL DC INPUT
DC Cable with
Cigar-Lighter Plug
Use either the PA-30B/C/U AC Adapter
or E-DC-15 DC Cable to power your
VR-120D.
*Optional accessories
*B for120 VAC/ C for 240 VAC/
U for 230 VAC.

About this brochure: we have made this brochure as comprehensive and factual as possible. We reserve the right, however, to make changes at any time in equipment, optional accessories,
specifications, model numbers, and availability. Precise frequency range may be different in some countries. Some accessories shown herein may not be available in some countries. Some
information may have been updated since the time of printing; please check with your Authorized Yaesu Dealer for complete details.
To survive the rigors of outdoor use, the VR-120D
is housed in a durable, high-impact polycarbonate
case, and it is protected against water ingress
per JIS II specifications.
The VR-120D includes a versatile 640-channel
Memory system, which allows partitioning of the
channels into ten "Banks" of 64 channels each.
You can group shortwave broadcast, FM broadcast,
Public Safety, and Amateur Radio channels
separately, for maximum tuning convenience!
RUGGED OUTDOOR-READY
CASE CONSTRUCTION!
RUGGED OUTDOOR-READY
CASE CONSTRUCTION!
ULTRA-LONG BATTERY LIFE AND EXT.DC INPUT
ULTRA-LONG BATTERY LIFE AND EXT.DC INPUT
When you’re out in the field, and can’t afford to
miss out on weather information, long battery life
in your receiver is essential. The VR-120D,
especially designed for low current consumption,
can provide up to 20 hours of operation on a pair
of "AA"alkaline cells (at 40 mW audio output), and
the Battery Saver feature cuts battery consumption
dramatically when no signals are being received.
An icon on the LCD indicates when the batteries
are getting low, alerting you to the need to
replace them.
BNC-TYPE ANTENNA CONNECTOR
BNC-TYPE ANTENNA CONNECTOR
For ease of making connections, and for maximum
compatibility with after-market antennas, the
VR-120D’s top panel is equipped with a handy
BNC-type antenna connector.
STRAIGHTFORWARD 4-BUTTON OPERATION
STRAIGHTFORWARD 4-BUTTON OPERATION
The no-nonsense front panel of the VR-120D
contains four large keys which are used for
command of the receiver’s many operating functions.
These keys, the "Function"
key on the side, and the
Main Tuning Knob are all
you need to tune in on
the DX action! The
display and function keys
are fully illuminated, for
ease of operation at night.
WIDEBAND FREQUENCY COVERAGE
WITH EASY ACCESS!
WIDEBAND FREQUENCY COVERAGE
WITH EASY ACCESS!
The VR-120D provides continuous coverage of
the frequency range 0.1 ~1299.995 MHz (cellul ar
frequencies are blocked and non-restorable).
When you set a frequency, the operating mode
(AM/FM/Wide-FM) and channel steps appropriate
for that frequency range are automatically selected,
for ease in tuning around in search of other stations.
Of course, you can manually select the mode and
tuning steps, if you have other requirements in that
tuning range.
The available tuning ranges are:
BC 0.100 ~7.000
SW 7.000 ~50.500
HAM-1 50.500 ~54.000
FM 54.000 ~108.000
AIR 108.000 ~142.000
HAM-2 142.000 ~174.000
BAND
FREQUENCY RANGE (MHz)
BAND FREQUENCY RANGE (MHz)
VHF-TV 174.000 ~336.000*
ACT-1 336.000 ~420.000*
HAM-3 420.000 ~470.000
UHF-TV 470.000 ~770.000*
ACT-2 770.000 ~1240.000*
HAM-4 1240.000 ~1299.995
SPECIAL "PRESET MODE"
AIDS IN QUICK TUNING!
SPECIAL "PRESET MODE"
AIDS IN QUICK TUNING!
The Preset Mode channel frequencies are:
A special bank of twelve "Preset Mode" memories is
provided, giving you a starting point for tuning
within the available
bands. These frequencies are
chosen for maximum convenience in finding the
action, so you won’t have far to tune when you’re
searching
for excitement!
CHANNEL
NUMBER PRE-PROGRAMMED
FREQUENCY (MODE)
CHANNEL
NUMBER PRE-PROGRAMMED FREQUENCY (MODE)
0 0.520 MHz (AM)
1 1.800 MHz (AM)
2 3.600 MHz (AM)
3 7.000 MHz (AM)
4 10.500 MHz (AM)
5 21.000 MHz (AM)
6 50.500 MHz (FM)
7 88.000 MHz (WFM)
8 144.000 MHz (FM)
9 430.000 MHz (FM)
10 1240.000 MHz (FM)
11
12 Recalls Memory Group 0
Weather Channels
(WX-01 ~WX-10)
CATCH ALL THE SHORTWAVE BROADCAST
ACTION FROM AROUND THE WORLD!
You’ll never have to wait for "News at Eleven"
when you carry the VR-120D with you! Hear
exciting shortwave broadcasts from around the
world, including Voice of America, BBC, Radio
Japan, Deutsche Welle, and countless others,
and take advantage of the special Shortwave
Broadcast 89-channel Memory Bank for quick
checking of 23 popular World Band stations.
SUPER-SIMPLE ONE-TOUCH MEMORIES
FOR HIGH PRIORITY STATIONS!
You can set up the VR-120D so that four high-priority
stations may be recalled from special memory
channels, using a single press of one of the front
panel keys. The four buttons which may be utilized,
and the corresponding memory channels, are:
KEY MEMORY CHANNEL #
BND 060
V/M 061
VERSATILE 640-CHANNEL MEMORY SYSTEM!
CATCH ALL THE SHORTWAVE BROADCAST
ACTION FROM AROUND THE WORLD!
SUPER-SIMPLE ONE-TOUCH MEMORIES
FOR HIGH PRIORITY STATIONS!
VERSATILE 640-CHANNEL MEMORY SYSTEM!
WIDE SELECTION OF SCANNING MODES!
WIDE SELECTION OF SCANNING MODES!
Efficient scanning is the key to any receiver’s
performance, and the VR-120D is a champion
when
it comes to scanning! A special "Search
Band Scanning" function assigns seven memory
channels as scanning limits, and for skipping
particular frequencies a 64-channel "Skip"
memory bank lets you tune past stations you don’t
need to monitor. Among the Memory Scan features
are: •Full Memory Scan •Memory Bank Scan
•Selected Memory Channel ("Preferential") Scan
•Programmable
Band-Limit Memory Scan (PMS)
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Smart SearchTM (Automatic Memory Loading)
•Priority Channel Watch •Dual Watch
EXPANDED FUN AND GAMES!
EXPANDED FUN AND GAMES!
The VR-120D includes a "Channel Counter" feature,
which measures the frequency of a very strong
signal in your immediate vicinity, allowing you to
zero in manually on the other station’s frequency.
And if you experience a lull in the monitoring action,
play the VR-120D Slot Machine Game! A three-
column
random-number generator lets you match
your wits against the VR-120D’s microprocessor
in an amusing game of chance.
AND MUCH, MUCH MORE. . .
AND MUCH, MUCH MORE. . .
AND MUCH, MUCH MORE. . .
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Front panel Key Lock•Key Beeper On/Off selection
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Battery-Saving Time-Out Timer•Front-End Attenuator
for Strong-Signal Conditions •Menu Selection of
Earpiece Antenna •S-Meter Buzzer•Cloning Capability
to other VR-120Ds
Specifications
Frequency Range: 100 kHz ~ 1299.995 MHz*
Receiving Mode: AM/FM/WFM
Circuit Type: Triple Conversion Super-heterodyne
Memory Channels:640 Channels
Memory Banks: 10 Banks (@ 64 Channels)
Antenna Impedance: 50-Ohm unbalanced, BNC receptacle
Intermediate Frequencies: 248.45 MHz, 15 MHz, 450 kHz
Sensitivity (Typical) :200 kHz ~ 5 MHz:AM 3.5 dB  (1.5  V)
5
~ 160 MHz: AM – 4.4 dB  (0.6  V)
FM
– 10.4 dB  (0.3  V)
WFM
– 1.0 dB  (0.9  V)
160
~ 370 MHz: AM – 4.4 dB  (0.6  V)
FM
– 10.4 dB  (0.3  V)
WFM
– 4.4 dB  (0.6  V)
370
~ 520 MHz: FM – 10.4 dB  (0.3  V)
WFM 0 dB
 (1.0  V)
520
~ 1300 MHz: FM – 3.0 dB  (0.7  V)
WFM 9.5 dB
 (3.0  V)
Selectivity: WFM 200 kHz/
– 6 dB
AM/FM 16 kHz/
– 6 dB
Conducted Spurious Emission: Less than
– 54 dBm
Supply Voltage:
2.2 ~ 3.5 V DC; Internal Battery (Nominal: 3.0 V DC)
5.5 ~ 10.0 V DC (EXT DC)
Current Consumption: Approx. 95 mA (Receive, AF Output 50 mW)
Approx. 15 mA (Standby, Saver 1:4 on)
Approx. 55 mA (Standby, Saver off)
Operating Temp: +14 F
~ +122 F (0 C ~ +50 C)
AF Output: Approx. 80 mW (8 % THD)
Case Size:
3.3" X 2.3" X 1.0" WHD (85 X 59 X 26 mm) w/o knobs
Weight: Approx. 6.9 oz. (195 g) w/battery & antenna
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
KEY MEMORY CHANNEL #
SCAN 062
MODE 063
*Cellular / image / restricted frequencies Blocked
*Cellular / image / restricted frequencies Blocked
2002.0230NA(U/E) Printed in Japan
B9200381
VR-120D
Charger Stand
NC-82
Charger Sleeve
CA-34
Ni-Cd Battery Pack
FNB-79
¥
Internal "Bar" Antenna for AM BC
Soft Case
CSC-76
Cloning Cable
CT-35
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
AC Adapter
PA-30B/C/U*
DC Cable with
Cigar-Lighter Plug
E-DC-15
New Charging System for Optional Ni-Cd Battery
(Requires PA-30B/C/U*)
PA-30
or
E-DC-15
FNB-79
(Requires PA-30)
NC-82+CA-34
COMMUNICATIONS RECEIVER Wideband Coverage: 0.1~1299.995* MHz FM/WFM/AM
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Insert to Charging Stand
*B fo 120 VAC/ C for 240 VAC/U for 230 VAC.