Yaesu FT-2800M User manual

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FT-2800M
HEAVY-DUTY VHF FM TRANSCEIVER

CTCSS AND DCS
ENCODE/DECODE BUILT IN
65 WATTS POWER OUTPUT
EXTENSIVE MEMORY SYSTEM
ALPHA-NUMERIC CHANNEL DISPLAY
VERSATILE SCANNING CAPABILITY
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the exciting new FT-2800M.
On transmit, the 65 Watts of
true FM power output provides
you with excellent coverage and
superb voice clarity. On receive,
you get extended coverage of
134-174 MHz, with a special
memory bank dedicated to the
NOAA Weather Broadcast
Channels (U.S. version only).
Built to the exacting requirements
of both the commercial radio
industry, as well as the U.S.
military’s MIL-STD 810, the FT-
2800M is constructed using an
aluminum diecast chassis/heatsink
assembly, providing outstanding
mechanical and thermal stability
for the internal components.
With superb ergonomics to go
along with its stout RF design,
the FT-2800M is ready for
action, at home or away!
Four selectable power output levels are
provided: 65/25/10/5 Watts. The power
selection may be stored into memory,
allowing you to conserve power while
using strong local repeaters.
The FT-2800M provides a total of 221
memory channels, including 200 "regular"
memories, ten pairs of band-limit memories,
and an instant-recall "Home" channel
you can dedicate to a frequently-used
repeater or simplex frequency. Memories
can store repeater shift information,
CTCSS/DCS data, power output level,
scanning status ("Skip"), and Alpha-
Numeric labels.
Memory channels may be displayed
either with the channel frequency or a
personalized Alpha-Numeric label, for
easy channel recognition. Up to six
letters, characters, or numbers may be
used for labeling channels.
For easy repeater access, or silent
monitoring of busy channels, both CTCSS
and DCS (Digital Code Squelch) Encoder/
Decoder circuits are built in. CTCSS and
DCS configuration data may be stored
independently in each memory channel.
A "Split Tone" mode also allows operation on
systems where CTCSS and DCS are used
separately on the repeater uplink/downlink.
WX CHANNELS WITH
"SEVERE WEATHER" ALERT
A special 10-channel Weather Band
memory bank is provided in the U.S.
version, allowing quick access to NOAA
weather broadcasts. When the 1050-Hz
"Severe Weather" alert tone is transmitted,
The FT-2800M’s high-speed scanning
features include a choice of scanning-
resume options ("carrier drop," "time delay, "
or "halt"), with scanning provided on the
memories, the VFO, or within a limited
VFO sub-band established by one of
the ten pairs of sub-band memories.
You may designate certain constant-
carrier memories to be "skipped" during
scanning, and you also may create a
"preferential scan list" to allow scanning
only of selected memories within the
main 200-channel memory bank.
5 Watts (LOW3) 10 Watts (LOW2)
25 Watts (LOW1) 60 Watts (High)
FT-2800M
HEAVY-DUTY VHF FM TRANSCEIVER
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EXCELLENT RECEIVER PERFORMANCE
RF-LEVEL SQUELCH
WIDE/NARROW DEVIATION SELECTION
WIRES™INTERNET LINKING
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MH-48A6J DTMF DIRECT
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the FT-2800M may be configured to
emit an alarm tone to get your attention
quickly. With the "Weather Alert" feature
enabled, the FT-2800M will scan the ten
Weather memories, stopping only if the
1050-Hz tone is received.
The Smart Search™feature may be used
to load - automatically with no operator
intervention - a special bank of up to 31
memories, based on activity. Smart Search™
will sweep the band, automatically
loading frequencies on which activity is
found, making it ideal when visiting a
city for the first time.
The FT-2800M includes a conveniently-
located "Internet" key, for quick access
to Internet-linked repeater systems.
Internet repeater linking allows you to
use your FT-2800M to talk to other
Amateurs throughout the world, with
outstanding voice signal quality. The
"Internet" key may be configured to
send either a single DTMF digit, or a DTMF
string, for operation on a WIRES™(Wide-
Coverage Internet Repeater Enhancement
System) repeater, or on other Internet-
linked repeaters using DTMF tone access.
For more information on WIRES™, please
visit our Web site (www.vxstd.com).
The FT-2800M’s receiver front end
features Yaesu’s renowned Advanced
Track Tuning RF input filtering, which
affords outstanding protection from
Intermodulation distortion.
The FT-2800M may be configured to keep
the receiver squelched until the incoming
signal exceeds a user-defined signal
strength. When weak signals cause the
squelch to open frequently, but if you
don’t want to use CTCSS or DCS control,
the RF Squelch
feature will keep
your receiver
quiet until a
louder signal
calls.
For operation in crowded channel
environments (12.5/15 kHz channel spacing),
the "Narrow" deviation setting will reduce
the transmitter deviation, thus reducing
interference potential to other users.
The Menu system provides access to 34
configuring settings for your FT-2800M,
allowing you to "Set and Forget" many
aspects of transceiver operation. The
Menu items are listed alphabetically, for
easy recall.
When you turn on the FT-2800M, the current
DC supply voltage will be indicated on
the display for one second. After this
interval, the display will resume its normal
indication of the operating frequency. You
can also configure one of the microphone’s
programmable keys for instant display
of the input voltage, too!
Additional features include:
• Transmit Time-Out Timer (TOT) • Automatic
Power-Off (APO) • Automatic Repeater Shift
(ARS) • 4-level Display Dimmer • Dual Watch
The backlit MH-48A6J microphone
allows direct keypad frequency entry, or
keypad memory channel recall. On
transmit, the MH-48A6J allows manual
entry of DTMF tones for autopatch use,
and the FT-2800M also includes a nine-
memory, 16-digit DTMF Autodialer. Four
user-programmable "soft" keys on the
microphone may
be programmed for
easy control of a
number of different
features, and the
[A]/[B]/[C]/[D] keys
replicate the functions
of the keys on the
front panel of the
transceiver, for
maximum convenience
while driving.
S3 S9
RX Squelch Level
S-Meter Level
S5 Signal below S5
does not open
squelch.
Signal above
S5 opens
squelch.
The all-new heat sink of the
FT-2800M provides more
effective cooling than any
other design, allowing long
transmission periods without
dangerous heat build-up or
power reduction due to
thermal protection.
New Ultra-High-
Dissipation
Heat Sink Design
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SPECIFICATIONS
CONTROLS AND SWITCHES
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.
OPTIONS
MLS-100
High-Power External Speaker FP-1030A
AC Power Supply (30 A)
FP-1023 (U.S.A. only)
AC Power Supply (23 A)
FP-1025A (U.S.A. only)
AC Power Supply (25 A)
General
Frequency Ranges: TX: 144 - 146 or 144 - 148 MHz
RX: 144 - 146 or 137 - 174 MHz
Channel Step: 5/10/12.5/15/20/25/50/100 kHz
Standard Repeater Shift : ±600 kHz
Frequency Stability:
Better than ±10 ppm
[–4˚F to 140˚F (–20ß C to +60ß C)]
Modes of Emission: F2, F3
Antenna Impedance: 50 Ohms, unbalanced
Supply Voltage:
13.8 V DC ±15 %, negative ground
Current Consumption: RX: less than 0.7 A,
less than 0.3 A (squelched)
TX:
10 A(65W)/ 7A(25W)/ 5A(10W)/4A(5W)
Operating Temperature Range : –4˚F to +140˚F (–20˚C to +60˚C)
Case Size(WxHxD): 6.3" x 2.0" x 7.3"
(
160 x 50 x185 mm) (w/o knobs)
Weight: 4.0 lb (1.8 kg)
Transmitter
Output Power : 65 W / 25W / 10W / 5W
Modulation Type: Variable Reactance
Maximum Deviation: ±5 kHz / ±2.5 kHz
Spurious Radiation: Better than –60 dB
Microphone Impedance: 2 kOhms
Receiver
Circuit Type: Double Conversion Superheterodyne
IFs: 21.7 MHz & 450 kHz
Sensitivity (for 12 dB SINAD) : Better than 0.2 µV
Selectivity( –6/–60 dB) :12 kHz / 28 kHz
IF Rejection: Better than 70 dB
Image Rejection: Better than 70 dB
Maximum AF Output: 3 W into 4 Ohms @10 % THD
Supplied accessories : Microphone MH-48A6J, Base Station Feet
Mobile Mounting Bracket MMB-83, DC cable
Specifications subject to change without notice or obligation.
Specifications guaranteed only within Amateur band.
P2 : Programmable Key
 Default Function: Smart Search
P3 : Programmable Key
 Default Function: Tone Search
P4 : Programmable Key
 Default Function: WX Channels
P1 : Programmable Key
 Default Function: Squelch Off
LOCK : Disables Microphone Keys
(PTT Locking available)
MHz(SET) : Tuning in 1-MHz steps
 Hold for 1 Sec. for
 SET(Menu) Mode
LOW (A/N): TX Power Setting
Hold in for 1 sec.
for Alpha/Numeric
Display
REV (DW): Repeater Reverse
Hold in for 1 sec. for Dual Watch
DIAL : Main Tuning Dial,
 Memory Channel Selector
VOL : Volume Control
PTT : Press to Transmit
SQL: Squelch Control
Internet Key
POWER Switch
D/MR (MW): Selects Dial or
Memory Operation
Hold in for 1 sec.
for Memory Loading
LAMP: Keypad Illumination On/Off
Keypad: Direct Frequency Entry,
Memory Recall, Commands,
DTMF Entry
UP/DWN : Scanning/Memory
 Channel Selection
Base Station Feet
2002.1210NS(U/E) Printed in Japan
B9200409
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