Yaesu VR-120D User manual

1VR-120D OPERATING MANUAL
COMMUNICATIONS RECEIVER
VR-120D
OPERATING MANUAL
VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD.
4-8-8 Nakameguro, Meguro-Ku, Tokyo 153-8644, Japan
VERTEX STANDARD
US Headquarters
17210 Edwards Rd., Cerritos, CA 90703, U.S.A.
International Division
8350 N.W. 52nd Terrace, Suite 201, Miami, FL 33166, 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., Seaview Centre, 139-141 Hoi Bun Road,
Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong

2VR-120D OPERATING MANUAL
Contents
Introduction ..............................................................3
Controls & Connections ..........................................4
Display Icons & Indicators .....................................5
Keypad Functions.....................................................6
Accessories & Options .............................................7
Installation of Accessories .......................................8
BatteryInstallation ........................................... 8
FNB-79BatteryPack(Option)Charging ........... 8
LowBatteryIndication ..................................... 8
AC Operation using the optional
PA-30 AC Adapter .............. 9
AntennaInstallation ......................................... 9
BeltClipInstallation ........................................ 9
Basic Operation ......................................................10
Turning the Power On/Off .............................. 10
Adjusting the Volume and Squelch ................. 10
BandSelection ............................................... 10
ModeSelection .............................................. 10
BatterySaver ................................................. 11
FrequencyNavigation .................................... 11
VFOSearch................................................... 12
Changing the Direction of VFO
SearchScanning .................................... 12
How to Skip (Omit) a Frequency
During VFO Search ............................... 13
Pre-ProgrammableFrequencySearch .......... 14
Changing the Channel Steps ........................... 16
Preset Mode .................................................. 17
ReceivingShort-WaveBroadcastStations ....... 18
Memory Mode .........................................................20
MemoryStorage ............................................ 20
SimpleStorage ........................................... 20
DesignatedMemoryStorage ....................... 21
MemoryRecall .............................................. 22
LabelingMemories ........................................ 22
Memory Channel Scan ................................... 23
PreferentialMemory Scan(PMS)................ 23
MemoryBankScanning ............................. 24
DeletingMemoryChannels ............................ 25
Clearing of a Memory Bank............................ 25
One-Touch Memory...............................................26
Channel Counter ....................................................27
Dual Watch..............................................................28
Priority Monitoring ................................................30
Smart SearchTM ......................................................31
Reset Procedures ....................................................32
SystemReset ................................................. 32
AllReset ....................................................... 32
Set Mode ..................................................................33
Cloning .....................................................................40
“AUTO” Mode Preset Operating Parameters ...41
Specifications...........................................................42

3VR-120D OPERATING MANUAL
Installation
The YAESU VR-120D is a high-performance miniature communications receiver provid-
ing general coverage reception from 100 kHz to 1299.995 MHz on the AM and FM (Wide
and Narrow bandwidths) modes; this coverage includes the AM and FM broadcast bands,
HF Short-wave Bands, VHF and UHF TV bands, the VHF AM aircraft band, and a wide
range of commercial and public safety frequencies!
The VR-120D's small size allows you to take it anywhere - hiking, skiing, or while walk-
ing around town, and its operating flexibility brings the user many avenues of operating
enjoyment.
Operation of the VR-120D can be greatly simplified by utilizing the "PRESET" mode.
The "PRESET" mode provides twelve "starting point" frequencies (one frequency in each
of twelve popular listening bands), from which you may then begin manual tuning. Exten-
sive Memory features, including special Shortwave Broadcast memories, make worldwide
listening enjoyable and effortless.
We appreciate your purchase of the VR-120D, and encourage you to read this manual
thoroughly, so as to learn about the many exciting features of your exciting new YAESU
communications receiver!

4VR-120D OPERATING MANUAL
Controls & Connections
ANTENNAJack
Connect the supplied rub-
ber flex antenna (or an-
other antenna presenting a
50-Ohm impedance) here.
VOL Knob
This control adjusts the
receiver's audio volume
level, and also the keypad's
Beeper level. Clockwise ro-
tation increases the audio
volume level.
SQL Knob
This control sets the
threshold level at which re-
ceived signals (or noise)
open the "Squelch." It
should be advanced clock-
wise just to the point where
background noise is si-
lenced, so as to provide the
best sensitivity to weak sig-
nals.
DIAL Knob
This 20-position detented
rotary switch is the main
tuning dial for the radio. It
used for most tuning,
memory selection, and
function-setting tasks on
the radio.
SP Jack
This 2-conductor, 3.5-mm
miniature phone jack pro-
vides audio output for an
earphone. The internal
loudspeaker is disabled
when this jack is used.
Note: The protective rubber
cover over this jack must
be pulled up to access it.
Press it back.
over the jack when not
in use, to protect the inside
of the radio from dust and
water.
KEYPAD
These 4 keys select many
of the most important op-
erating features on the VR-
120D. The functions of the
keys are described in de-
tail on pages 6.
[FUNC] Key
Press and hold in this key,
then press one of the
keypad's buttons, to acti-
vate the "Secondary" key
mode.
[MONI (LOCK)] Key
Press this key momentarily
to "Open" the squelch
manually, allowing you to
listen for very weak signals.
Press this key while hold-
ing in the [FUNC] key to
activate the "Key Lock"
Feature.
[PWR] Key
Press and hold in this key
for two seconds to toggle
the radio's power on and
off.
EXT DC Jack
This coaxial DC jack allows
connection to an external
AC power supply.
Note: The protective rubber
cover over this jack must
be pulled up to access it.
Press it back over the jack
when not in use, to protect
the inside of the radio from
dust and water.

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Display Icons & Indicators
Preferential Memory Activated
/ Preset Mode Activated
/ Set Mode Activated
Memory Channel Number
Dual Watch Activated
Battery SaveActivated
Attenuator Activated
OFF Timer Activated
Key Lock Activated
Frequency / Data Field
Low Battery
S-Meter
Operating Mode
Scan Skip Memory Activated

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Keypad Functions
BAND V/M SCAN MODE
Press Key
Selects the operating
(receiving) band
(toward a higher
frequency band).
Selects the operating
VFO/Memory mode . Starts scanning. Selects the operating (receiving) mode, or
toggles the display
labels between the
frequency and name
tag formats.
Press [F]+
Selects the operating
(receiving) band
(toward a lower
frequency band).
Stores the VFO
frequency into a
memory, or deletes
the current memory
channel's data.Stores
the VFO frequency
into a "Scan Skip"
memory, or deletes
the "Scan Skip"
memory channel data.
Activates the "Set"
(Menu) mode, or
enables program-
ming of the name tag
for the current memory
channel.
Engages the receiver
front-end attenuator.
Press Key
for 2 Seconds
Toggles the operating
mode between the
"Preset Mode" and
the "Normal Mode."
Activates the Priority
Watch and Dual
Watch features.
Activates the Smart
SearchTM mode, or
Programs and
activates Preferential
Memory Scan
operation.
Activates the channel
frequency counter
mode.
Hold in [F] ,
Press Key
for 2 Seconds
Stores the Preset
frequency into the
memory.
Stores the frequency
into the Priority
memory Channel, or
stores the VFO
frequency pair for the
Dual Watch feature
into the Dual Watch
Memory channel.
Stores the Scan
frequency and Smart
SearchTM channels
into the memory. ........

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Accessories & Options
ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED WITH THE VR-120D
•Operating Manual
•Warranty Card
AVAILABLE OPTIONS FOR YOUR VR-120D
Availability of accessories may vary. Some accessories are supplied as standard per local
requirements, while others may be unavailable in some regions. Consult your Yaesu Dealer
for details regarding these and any newly-available options. Connection of any non-YAESU-
approved accessory, should it cause damage, may void the Limited Warranty on this appa-
ratus.
CSC-76
Soft Case CT-35 Cloning Cable
Antenna Hand Strap Belt Clip
FNB-79
Ni-Cd Battery Pack E-DC-15 DC Cable w/Noise
Filter
NC-82
Charger Stand CA-34 Charger Sleeve
PA-30B / C / U
ACAdapter

8VR-120D OPERATING MANUAL
Installation of Accessories
BATTERYINSTALLATION
rReferring to Figure 1, unlock the plate by pushing the latch in the "Open" direction.
rRemove the Battery Cover from the receiver.
rReferring to Figure 2, insert 2 fresh AA batteries into the Battery Holder. When
installing batteries, insert the (-) end first, then press in the (+) end so the battery snaps
into place. Always replace two batteries at the same time.
rReferring to Figure 3, replace the Battery Cover, then re-lock the bottom plate by
carefully pressing the hinged latch cover back into its normal operating position.
Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3
Note: If you do not use the VR-120D for a long time, remove the batteries from the radio,
as battery leakage could cause damage to the VR-120D.
LOW BATTERYINDICATION
When the battery voltage becomes too low, the "Battery"
icon will appear in the display; indicating the batteries
should be replaced. As battery voltage drops further, the
VR-120D will shut off. "Battery" icon
FNB-79 BATTERYPACK (OPTION) CHARGING
Please see the Instruction Sheet accompanying the
FNB-79 for installation information.
rIf the FNB-79 battery pack never been used,
or its charge is depleted, it may be charged by
connecting the PA-30 AC Adapter and NC-
82 Charger stand (requires CA-34 Charger
sleeve), as shown in the illustration, to theEXT
DC jack.
rAllow a minimum of 15 hours (with NC-82,
otherwise; 20 hours) for the FNB-79 to reach
full charge.
−
++
−
AC ine
PA-30
(Option)
E-DC-15
(Option)
NC-82
(Option)
CA-34
(Option)

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Installation of Accessories
BELTCLIP INSTALLATION
To install the Belt Clip, first place the loop of the Hand Strap into the groove at the top of the
Belt Clip, and run the loop of the strap around the round mounting ridge for the Belt Clip. Now
insert the mounting screw through the belt clip, and affix it snugly to the mounting hole on the
back of the VR-120D, being careful not to allow the Hand Strap to become mis-aligned.
rTo attach the supplied antenna to the VR-120D, grasp the base of
the antenna firmly, and exert a moderate "pinching" pressure on the
base as you press the antenna onto the radio's antenna connector.
While exerting this pressure, rotate the antenna clockwise 1/4 turn
to lock the antenna in place.
rTo remove the antenna from the VR-120D, grasp the base of the
antenna firmly, and pinch the base of the antenna while rotating the
antenna counter-clockwise 1/4 turn. You may now lift the antenna
away from the radio.
Important Note!!
Do not install the supplied Belt Clip
Mounting Screw if you are not install-
ing the Belt Clip! Also, do not use an
improper screw for mounting the Belt
Clip! An improper screw may cause
a "short circuit" to the internal cir-
cuitry, causing serious damage!
ANTENNA INSTALLATION
AC OPERATION USING THE OPTIONAL PA-30 AC ADAPTER
The VR-120D may be operated from your house
current by use of the optional PA-30 ACAdapter.
To use the PA-30, turn the radio off, then plug the
miniature connector of the AC Adapter into the
EXT DC jack on the side of the radio. Now plug
the AC Adapter into the wall outlet. You may now
turn on the radio.
Important Note!!
Do not leave the charger connected to the Receiver for continuous periods in excess of 30
hours. Long term overcharging can degrade the Ni-Cd battery pack and significantly
shorten its useful life.
to AC line outlrt
PA-30
(Option)
E-DC-15
(Option)
to Cigarette lighter

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TURNING THE POWER ON/OFF
1. Press and hold the orange [PWR] Key for two seconds to turn the radio on or off.
2. When you turn on the radio, a "VR-120" greeting message will appear on the display
for two seconds. After this interval, the frequency display will appear.
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME AND SQUELCH
1. Rotate the VOL knob to adjust the receiver's audio volume. Clockwise rotation of the
VOL knob increases the volume level.
2. A The VR-120D's Squelch system allows you to mute the receiver's audio output
when no signals are being received. This reduces battery consumption, and reduces
annoying background noise.
3. To set the squelch, turn the SQL knob fully counter-clockwise, then turn it clockwise
just past the point where background noise is silenced. Do not rotate the SQL knob
much beyond this threshold point; if you do, the receiver will not respond to weak
signals.
BAND SELECTION
The VR-120D automatically selects a default receiving band according to the frequency
band on which you are operating.
If you want to change the receiving band, press the [BNDs] key. The receiving bands
available are:
BC band ßSW band ß50MHz Ham band ßFM band ß
ßAIR band ß144MHz Ham band ßVHF-TV band ßACT-1 band ß
ß 430MHz Ham band ß UHF-TV band ßACT-2 band ß
ß1200MHz Ham band ßBC band ßSW band ß . . .
MODE SELECTION
The VR-120D automatically selects a default receiving mode according to the frequency
band on which you are operating.
If you want to change the receiving mode, press the [MODE] key. The receiving modes
available are:
FM ßWFM ßAM ßAUTO ßFM ß. . .
Basic Operation