Yaesu FT-710 User manual

Operation Manual
FT-710

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About this Manual
The FT-710 is a leading-edge transceiver with a number of new and exciting features, some of which may
be unfamiliar to you. In order to gain the most enjoyment and operating e󰀩ciency from the FT-710, we
recommend that you read this manual in its entirety, and keep it handy for reference as you explore the
many capabilities of this new transceiver.
Before using the FT-710, be sure to read this manual.
How to read this operation manual
Two methods are used to select an item displayed on the FT-710 Function Screen: “Operate by touch-
ing the item directly on the display”;and “Turn the [FUNC] knob to select the item and then press
the [FUNC] knob”.
Subsequently, in this manual, the operations that can be performed either by touching the Function
Screen, or by turning and pressing the [FUNC] knob are abbreviated to “Select [DISPLAY SETTING] →
[DISPLAY] → [LED DIMMER]”; as described in the following:
Example: How to adjust the brightness of the LED
1. Press the [FUNC] knob to display the function screen.
2. Touch [DISPLAY SETTING] on the function screen, or rotate the [FUNC] knob to select [DISPLAY
SETTING] and then press the [FUNC] knob.
3. Touch [DISPLAY] on the display or rotate the [FUNC] knob to select [DISPLAY] and then press the
[FUNC] knob.
4. Touch the setting section of [LED DIMMER] on the display, or rotate the [FUNC] knob to select [LED
DIMMER] and then press the [FUNC] knob.
5. Rotate the [FUNC] knob, or touch “<” or “>” on either side of the value to adjust the brightness.
The following notations are also used in this manual:
This icon indicates cautions and alerts the user should be aware of.
This icon indicates helpful notes, tips and information.

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Table of Contents
Safety Precautions .........................................4
Accessories & Options ...................................6
Supplied Accessories ......................................... 6
Available options ................................................ 6
Installation and Interconnections....................7
Antenna Considerations ..................................... 7
Antenna Connections ......................................... 7
Power Cable Connections.................................. 7
Microphone, Headphone, Key, Keyer and FH-2
Connections ....................................................... 8
Linear Amplier Interconnections ....................... 9
VL-1000 Linear Amplier Interconnections...... 9
Display connections ........................................... 9
Rear Panel....................................................10
SSM-75E Microphone Switches................... 11
Display Indications........................................12
Keyboard Frequency Entry............................ 14
Tuning in 1 MHz or 1 kHz Steps.................... 14
When the clarier function is active............... 14
Turn the spectrum display OFF ..................... 16
ATT (Attenuator) ............................................ 17
IPO ................................................................ 17
DNF (Digital NOTCH Filter)........................... 17
AGC (Automatic Gain Control) ...................... 17
CENTER/CURSOR/FIX ................................ 18
CENTER........................................................ 18
CURSOR....................................................... 18
FIX................................................................. 19
3DSS ............................................................. 19
MULTI............................................................ 19
EXPAND........................................................ 20
SPAN............................................................. 20
SPEED .......................................................... 20
LEVEL ........................................................... 21
PEAK............................................................. 21
MARKER ....................................................... 21
COLOR.......................................................... 21
Adjust contrast............................................... 21
Adjusting the brightness (DIMMER) .............. 21
Other display settings....................................... 22
Screen Saver................................................. 22
Inputting the Call Sign ................................... 22
Front Panel Controls & Switches..................24
Adjusts the VOX GAIN .................................. 24
Adjusts the VOX Delay Time ......................... 24
Adjusts the VOX anti-trip sensitivity .............. 25
Adjusting the DNR Level ............................... 26
Switching the operation of the ...................... 27
[RF GAIN/SQL] knob..................................... 27
QMB Channel Storage .................................. 28
QMB Channel Recall..................................... 28
Changing the number of ............................... 28
QMB channels............................................... 28
RX Clarier ................................................... 30
TX Clarier .................................................... 30
Adjusting the Noise Blanker Level................. 31
Adjusting the Noise Attenuation .................... 31
Reduces longer duration pulse noise ............ 31
Voice Communications (SSB and AM) .........32
When transmitting in SSB or AM mode ............ 32
Speech Processor ............................................ 32
RF Power output control................................... 32
MONI (Monitor)................................................. 33
Parametric Microphone Equalizer .................... 34
Setup the ...................................................... 34
Parametric Microphone Equalizer ................. 34
Activate the ................................................... 34
Parametric Microphone Equalizer ................. 34
Using the Automatic Antenna Tuner ................. 36
ATU Operation............................................... 36
CW Mode Operation.....................................37
Adjusting the Sidetone Audio level ................ 37
CW Delay Time Setting ................................. 37
CW Spotting (Zero-Beating) ............................. 37
CW Decode ...................................................... 37
Setting of the Electronic Keyer ......................... 38
Adjusting the Keyer Speed............................ 38
Setting the Keyer Weight .............................. 38
(Dot/Dash) Ratio............................................ 38
Reversing the Keyer Polarity......................... 38
Selecting the Keyer Operating Mode ............ 38
Contest Memory Keyer..................................... 39
Message Memory.......................................... 39
Storing a Message into Memory.................... 39
Message Memory Programming ................... 39
(Using your Paddle)....................................... 39
Checking the CW Memory Contents ............. 40
On-The-Air CW Message Playback .............. 40
TEXT Memory ............................................... 41
Text Memory Storage .................................... 41
Text Message Programming.......................... 41
Checking the CW Memory Contents ............. 42
On-The-Air CW Message Playback .............. 42
FM Mode Operation......................................43
Repeater Operation.......................................... 43
Tone Squelch Operation................................... 43
Memory Operation........................................44
Memory Storage............................................ 44
Erasing Memory Channel Data ..................... 44
Check Memory Channel Status..................... 44
Memory Tune Operation................................ 44
Moving Memory Data to the VFO register..... 44

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Labeling Memories ........................................ 45
Displaying the Memory Tag ........................... 45
Scan Skip Setting .......................................... 45
60-Meter (5 MHz) Band................................. 45
(U.S. and U.K. Version only) ......................... 45
VFO and Memory Scanning .........................46
VFO/Memory Scan........................................... 46
Other Functions............................................47
Band Stack Operation ...................................... 47
TOT (Time Out Timer) ...................................... 47
Screen capture ................................................. 47
Using the SD Card ........................................... 48
SD Cards that can be used ........................... 48
Installing the SD card .................................... 48
Removing the SD card .................................. 48
Formatting a SD card .................................... 48
Saving Memory data and Setting Menu data 49
Reading Memory and Set Menu data............ 50
Display the SD Card Information................... 50
Optional Accessories....................................51
FC-40 External Automatic Antenna Tuner (for
Wire Antenna)................................................... 51
Interconnections to FT-710............................ 51
Setup the transceiver .................................... 52
Tuning Operation........................................... 52
FH-2 Remote Control Switches........................ 53
Resetting the Microprocessor.......................54
Specications ...............................................55
General............................................................. 55
Transmitter ....................................................... 55
Receiver ........................................................... 56
YAESU LIMITED WARRANTY .....................57

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Safety Precautions
Note beforehand that the company shall not be liable for any damages su󰀨ered by the customer or third
parties in using this product, or for any failures and faults that occur during the use or misuse of this prod-
uct, unless otherwise provided for under the law.
Type and meaning of the marks
DANGER This mark indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING This mark indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION This mark indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury or only property damage.
Type and meaning of symbols
Prohibited actions that must not be attempted, in order to use this radio safely.
For example, signifies that disassembly is prohibited.
Precautions that must be adhered to in order to use this radio safely. For example, signifies that the power
supply is to be disconnected.
DANGER
Do not use the device in “regions or aircrafts
and vehicles where its use is prohibited” such
as in hospitals and airplanes.
This may exert an impact on electronic and med-
ical devices.
Do not operate the device when flammable
gas is generated.
Doing so may result in fire and explosion.
Do not use this product while driving or riding
a motorbike. This may result in accidents.
Make sure to stop the car in a safe location first
before use if the device is going to be used by
the driver.
When an alarm goes off with the external an-
tenna connected, cut off the power supply to
this radio immediately and disconnect the ex-
ternal antenna from this radio.
If not, this may result in fire, electric shock and
equipment failure due to thunder.
Do not transmit in crowded places in consid-
eration of people who are fitted with medical
devices such as heart pacemakers.
Electromagnetic waves from the device may af-
fect the medical device, resulting in accidents
caused by malfunctions.
Do not touch any liquid leaking from the liquid
display with your bare hands.
There is a risk of chemical burns occurring when
the liquid comes into contact with the skin or gets
into the eyes. In this case, seek medical treat-
ment immediately.
Never touch the antenna during transmission.
This may result in injury, electric shock and equip-
ment failure.
WARNING
Do not use voltages other than the specified
power supply voltage.
Doing so may result in fire and electric shock.
Do not transmit continuously for long periods
of time.
This may cause the temperature of the main body
to rise and result in burns and failures due to
overheating.
Do not dismantle or modify the device.
This may result in injury, electric shock and equip-
ment failure.
Do not handle the power plug and connector
etc. with wet hands. Also do not plug and un-
plug the power plug with wet hands.
This may result in injury, liquid leak, electric shock
and equipment failure.
Do not use fuses other than those specified.
Doing so may result in fire and equipment failure.
When smoke or strange odors are emitted
from the radio, turn off the power and discon-
nect the power cord from the socket.
This may result in fire, liquid leak, overheating,
damage, ignition and equipment failure. Please
contact our company customer support or the re-
tail store where you purchased the device.
Keep the power plug pins and the surround-
ing areas clean at all times.
This may result in fire, liquid leak, overheating,
breakage, ignition etc.
Disconnect the power cord and connection
cables before incorporating items sold sepa-
rately and replacing the fuse.
This may result in fire, electric shock and equip-
ment failure.
Never cut off the fuse holder of the DC power
cord.
This may cause short-circuiting and result in igni-
tion and fire.

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Do not allow metallic objects such as wires
and water to get inside the product.
This may result in fire, electric shock and equip-
ment failure.
Do not place the device in areas that may get
wet easily (e.g. near a humidifier).
This may result in fire, electric shock and equip-
ment failure.
When connecting a DC power cord, pay due
care not to mix up the positive and negative
polarities.
This may result in fire, electric shock and equip-
ment failure.
Do not use DC power cords other than the one
enclosed or specified.
This may result in fire, electric shock and equip-
ment failure.
Do not bend, twist, pull, heat and modify the
power cord and connection cables in an un-
reasonable manner.
This may cut or damage the cables and result in
fire, electric shock and equipment failure.
Do not pull the cable when plugging and un-
plugging the power cord and connection ca-
bles.
Please hold the plug or connector when unplug-
ging. If not, this may result in fire, electric shock
and equipment failure.
Refrain from using headphones and ear-
phones at a loud volume.
Continuous exposure to loud volumes may result
in hearing impairment.
Do not use the device when the power cord
and connection cables are damaged, and
when the DC power connector cannot be
plugged in tightly.
Please contact our company customer support or
the retail store where you purchased the device
as this may result in fire, electric shock and equip-
ment failure.
Follow the instructions given when installing
items sold separately and replacing the fuse.
This may result in fire, electric shock and equip-
ment failure.
Do not use the device when the alarm goes
off.
For safety reasons, please pull the power plug of
the DC power equipment connected to the prod-
uct out of the AC socket.
Never touch the antenna as well. This may result
in fire, electric shock and equipment failure due
to thunder.
CAUTION
Do not place this device near a heating instru-
ment or in a location exposed to direct sun-
light.
This may result in deformation and discoloration.
Do not place this device in a location where
there is a lot of dust and humidity.
Doing so may result in fire and equipment failure.
Stay as far away from the antenna as possible
during transmission.
Long-term exposure to electromagnetic radiation
may have a negative effect on the human body.
Do not wipe the case using thinner and ben-
zene etc.
Please use a soft and dry piece of cloth to wipe
away the stains on the case.
Keep out of the reach of small children.
If not, this may result in injuries to children.
Do not put heavy objects on top of the power
cord and connection cables.
This may damage the power cord and connection
cables, resulting in fire and electric shock.
Do not transmit near the television and radio.
This may result in electromagnetic interference.
Do not use optional products other than those
specified by our company.
If not, this may result in equipment failure.
When using the device in a hybrid car or fu-
el-saving car, make sure to check with the car
manufacturer before using.
The device may not be able to receive transmis-
sions normally due to the influence of noises from
the electrical devices (inverters etc.)fitted in the
car.
Do not turn on the volume too high when us-
ing a headphone or earphone.
This may result in hearing impairment.
For safety reasons, switch off the power and
pull out the DC power cord connected to the
DC power connector when the device is not
going to be used for a long period of time.
If not, this may result in fire and overheating.
Do not throw or subject the device to strong
impact forces.
This may result in equipment failure.
Do not the put this device near magnetic cards
and video tapes.
The data in the cash card and video tape etc. may
be erased.
Do not place the device on an unsteady or
sloping surface, or in a location where there
is a lot of vibration.
The device may fall over or drop, resulting in fire,
injury and equipment failure.
Do not stand on top of the product, and do not
place heavy objects on top or insert objects
inside it.
If not, this may result in equipment failure.
Do not use a microphone other than those
specified when connecting a microphone to
the device.
If not, this may result in equipment failure.

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Accessories & Options
Supplied Accessories
Hand Microphone SSM-75E DC Power Cord Spare Fuse (25A)
6.3 mm 3-contact Plug
• Operation Manual • World Map • Sticker
Available options
• Hand Microphone (equivalent to the supplied microphone) SSM-75E
• Reference Microphone M-1
• Dual Element Microphone M-100
• Desktop Microphone M-90D
• Microphone Stand Kit M-90MS
• Desktop Microphone M-70
• Lightweight Stereo Headphone YH-77STA
• External Automatic Antenna Tuner FC-40
• Active Tuning Antenna (Automatic Type) ATAS-120A
• Antenna Base Kit (for ATAS-120A) ATBK-100
• Active Tuning Antenna (Manual Type) ATAS-25
• Remote Control Keypad FH-2

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Installation and Interconnections
Antenna Considerations
The FT-710 is designed to connect to a 50 Ohm resistive impedance antenna at the Amateur operating
frequencies. Select an appropriate antenna (dipole antenna, YAGI antenna, cubical quad antenna, etc.)
that is suitable for the chosen operation and bands.
Construct the antenna and coaxial cable, or use a suitable antenna tuner, to maintain the impedance
presented to the FT-710 antenna connector for an SWR of 1.5 or less. Careful preparation of the antenna
and/or tuner will permit maximum performance, and protect the transceiver from damage.
High transmitter RF voltages may be present on the antenna; install it so it will not be easily touched when
in operation.
Antenna Connections
Carefully follow the illustration regarding the proper connection of antennas and coaxial cables.
To prevent damage from lightning, atmospheric electrical discharges,
electric shock etc., provide a good earth ground.
Use a short, thick, braided cable to connect the station equipment to the
buried ground rod (or alternative earth ground system).
Power Cable Connections
Carefully follow the illustrations regarding the proper connection of the DC power cable.
Use the DC power cable supplied with the FT-710 to make the power connections to the power supply.
RED
FUSE: 25A
Check the DC voltage and current rating
(+13.8 V, 25 A) of the power supply before
connecting to the transceiver.
DC power cord (supplied)
BLACK
Installation guidelines
• Ensure adequate ventilation around the trans-
ceiver, to prevent heat build-up and possible re-
duction of performance due over heating.
• Do not install the transceiver in a mechanically
unstable location, or where objects may fall onto
it from above.
• To minimize the possibility of interference to
home entertainment devices, take all precaution-
ary steps including separation of TV/FM anten-
nas from Amateur transmitting antennas to the
greatest extent possible. Keep the transmitting
coaxial cables separated from cables connected
to home entertainment devices.
• The AC Power Cord connected to a socket-out-
let with earthing connection. A socket-outlet with
earthing connection shall connect to protective
earthing conductor.

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Microphone, Headphone, Key, Keyer and FH-2 Connections
DOWN
UP
+5V
MIC GND
MIC
PTT
GND
FAST


Remote Control Keypad
FH-2 (option)
(as viewed from front panel)
φ3.5mm
Key-up voltage is approximately +5.0 V DC, and key-down current is approximately 3 mA.