Yaesu FT DX 3000 User manual

HF/50 MHz Transceiver
FT DX 3000
OperaTing Manual
YAESU MUSEN CO., LTD.
Tennozu Parkside Building
2-5-8 Higashi-Shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 140-0002 Japan
YAESU USA
6125 Phyllis Drive, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A.
YAESU UK
Unit 12, Sun Valley Business Park, Winnall Close
Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 0LB, U.K.
YAESU HK
Unit 2002, 20/F, 9 Chong Yip Street,
Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong

About this MAnuAl . . .
The FTDX3000 is a leading-edge transceiver with a number of new and exciting features, some of which may be unfa-
miliar to you. In order to gain the most enjoyment and operating efciency from your FTDX3000, we recommend that
you read this manual in its entirety, and keep it handy for reference as you explore the many capabilities of your new
transceiver.
Before using your FTDX3000, be sure to read and follow the instructions in the “Before You Begin” section of this man-
ual.

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general DescripTiOn
Congratulations on the purchase of your Yaesu amateur
transceiver! If this is your rst rig, or if Yaesu equipment
is already the backbone of your station, rest assured
your transceiver will provide many hours of operating
pleasure for years to come.
The FTDX3000 is an elite-class HF transceiver provid-
ing exceptional performance both on transmit and re-
ceive. The FTDX3000 is designed for the most competi-
tive operating situations, whether you primarily operate
in contest, DX, or digital-mode environments.
Built on the foundation of the popular FTDX9000 trans-
ceiver, and carrying on the proud tradition of the FT-
1000 series, the FTDX3000 provides up to 100 Watts
of power output on SSB, CW, and FM (25 Watts AM
carrier). Digital Signal Processing (DSP) is utilized
throughout the design, providing leading-edge transmit-
ter and receiver performance.
For exceptional protection from strong signal interfer-
ence, the optional RF µTuning Kits may be connected
via the rear panel. The RF µTuning Kits provide extraor-
dinarily sharp selectivity and protect your receiver from
close-in interference on a crowded band.
In the front end, you may select one of two RF pream-
pliers, or IPO (Intercept Point Optimization), providing
direct feed to the rst mixer. Three levels of RF attenua-
tion are available in 6-dB steps.
The FTDX3000 receiver utilizes DSP ltering, incorpo-
rating many of the features of the FTDX9000, such as:
Variable Bandwidth, IF Shift, and Passband Contour
tuning. Also provided are Digital Noise Reduction, Digi-
tal Auto-Notch Filtering and a manually tuned IF Notch
lter.
On the transmit side, the Yaesu exclusive Three-Band
Parametric Microphone Equalizer allows precise and
flexible adjustment of the waveform created by your
voice and microphone. The audio Amplitude, Center
Frequency, and Bandwidth are adjusted separately for
the low, mid-range, and high-frequency audio spectrum.
The transmitted bandwidth may also be adjusted.
Advanced features include: Direct Keyboard Frequency
Entry and Band Change, Speech Processor, IF Monitor
for Voice modes, CW Pitch control, CW Spot switch,
Full CW QSK, CW Message Memory, adjustable IF
Noise Blanker, and all mode Squelch. Three TX/RX
antenna ports are provided on the rear panel. Two key
jacks are provided (one on the front and one on the rear
panel). The key jacks may be congured independently
for paddle input, connection to a straight key, or com-
puter-driven keying interface.
Frequency setup is straightforward on the FTDX3000.
Enter frequency directly for both VFO-A and VFO-B.
Separate keys are available for band selection. Each
band key provides three separate VFO settings for three
different parts of each band. You may create three inde-
pendent VFO settings of frequency, mode, and lter for
each band.
In addition, 99 memories are provided to store: Frequen-
cy, Mode, IF lter selection, Clarier offset, and Scan-
skip status. What’s more, five quick-recall (“QMB”)
memories can instantly store operational settings at the
push of a button.
The built-in antenna tuner includes 100 memories that
automatically store antenna matching settings for rapid,
later automatic recall.
Interfacing for digital modes is extremely simple with
the FTDX3000, thanks to the dedicated RTTY/PSK con-
nection jack on the rear panel. Optimization of the lter
passband, DSP settings, carrier insertion point, and dis-
play offset for digital modes, is possible via the Menu
programming system.
Advanced technology is only part of the FTDX3000
story. Yaesu stands behind our products with a world-
wide network of dealers and service centers. We greatly
appreciate your investment in the FTDX3000, and we
look forward to helping you get the most enjoyment
from your new transceiver. Please feel free to contact
your nearest dealer, or one of Yaesu’s national headquar-
ters ofces, for technical advice, interfacing assistance,
or accessory recommendation. Watch Yaesu U.S.A.’s
Home Page for late-breaking information about Stan-
dard Horizon and Yaesu products: http://www.yaesu.
com.
Please read this manual thoroughly, to gain maximum
understanding of the full capability of the FTDX3000.
We thank you again for your purchase!

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Table OF cOnTenTs
General Description ..................................................... 1
Accessories & Options ................................................. 4
Supplied Accessories ................................................ 4
Available Options ..................................................... 5
Before You Begin .......................................................... 6
Extending the Front Feet .......................................... 6
Adjusting the Main Tuning Dial Torque .................. 6
Resetting the Microprocessor ................................... 7
Resetting Memories (Only) ................................ 7
Menu Resetting ................................................... 7
Full Reset ............................................................ 7
Installation and Interconnections ............................... 8
Antenna Considerations ........................................... 8
About Coaxial Cable ................................................ 8
Grounding ................................................................. 9
Connection of Antenna and Power Cables ............. 10
Connection of Microphone and Headphone ........... 11
Key, Keyer, and Computer-Driven Keying
Interconnections ..................................................... 12
VL-1000 Linear Amplier Interconnections .......... 13
Interfacing to Other Linear Ampliers ................... 14
Plug/Connector Pinout Diagrams ............................. 15
Front Panel Controls & Switches ............................. 16
Display Indications..................................................... 26
Rear Panel ................................................................... 29
FH-2 Switches ............................................................. 31
Basic Operation: Receiving on Amateur Bands ...... 32
Operation on 60-Meter (5 MHz) Band
(U.S and U.K. version only) ................................... 35
CLAR (Clarier) Operation ................................... 36
LOCK ..................................................................... 37
DIMMER ............................................................... 37
Convenience Features ................................................ 38
Using the VFO-B.................................................... 38
Band Stack Operation ............................................. 39
C.S (Custom Switch) .............................................. 39
Scope ...................................................................... 40
Rotator Control Functions ...................................... 42
More Frequency Navigation Techniques ............... 43
Keybord Frequency Entry ................................ 43
Using the [CLAR/VFO-B] knob ...................... 43
Using the UP/DWN switches of
The supplied MH-31B8 Hand Microphone ....... 43
Interference Rejection ............................................... 44
P.BACK (Audio Playback) from
VFO-A Receiver .......... 44
Receiver Operation (Front End Block Diagram) ... 45
ATT ......................................................................... 46
µ-Tune Filter .......................................................... 47
IPO (Intercept Point Optimization) ........................ 49
R.FLT (Roong Filters) .......................................... 50
IF Noise Blanker (NB) Operation .......................... 51
CONTOUR Control Operation .............................. 52
IF SHIFT Operation ............................................... 53
WIDTH (IF DSP Bandwidth) Tuning .................... 54
Using IF Shift and Width Together ................... 54
NARROW (NAR) One-Touch IF Filter Selection 55
IF Notch Filter Operation ....................................... 56
Digital Notch Filter (DNF) Operation .................... 57
Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) Operation ............ 57
RF Gain (SSB/CW/AM Modes) ............................ 58
Tools for Comfortable and Effective Reception ...... 59
Audio Pitch Control ............................................... 59
Mute Feature .......................................................... 59
AGC (Automatic Gain Control) ............................. 60
SSB/AM Mode Transmission .................................... 62
Using the Automatic Antenna Tuner ........................ 60
ATU Operation ....................................................... 64
About ATU Operation ............................................ 65
Enhancing Transmit Signal Quality ......................... 66
Parametric Microphone Equalizer .......................... 66
Using the Speech Processor ................................... 68
Adjusting the SSB Transmitted Bandwidth ........... 69
Transmitter Convenience Features .......................... 70
Voice Memory ........................................................ 70
Voice Memory Operation from the
FH-2 Remote Control Keypad ......... 70
VOX (Automatic TX/RX Switching using Voice Control) ........... 72
MONITOR ............................................................. 73
Split Operation Using the TX Clarier .................. 74
Split-Frequency Operation ..................................... 75
Quick Split Operation ....................................... 75

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Table OF cOnTenTs
CW Mode Operation ................................................. 76
Setup for Straight Key
(and Straight Key emulation) Operation .......... 76
Using the Built-in Electronic Keyer ....................... 77
Full Break-in (QSK) Operation ........................ 78
Setting the Keyer Weight (Dot/Dash) Ratio ...... 78
Selecting the Keyer Operating Mode ............... 79
CW Convenience Features ........................................ 80
Audio Peak Filter ................................................... 80
CW Spotting (Zero-Beating) .................................. 81
Using the AUTO Zeroing System .................... 81
Using the SPOT System ................................... 81
Using CW Reverse ................................................. 82
CW Delay Time Setting ......................................... 83
CW Pitch Adjustment ............................................. 83
Contest Memory Keyer
(Using the FH-2 Remote Control Keypad) ........ 84
Message Memory ............................................. 84
TEXT Memory ................................................. 86
CW Decode ............................................................ 89
FM Mode Operation .................................................. 90
Basic Operation ...................................................... 90
Repeater Operation ................................................. 91
Tone Squelch Operation ......................................... 92
Memory Operation .................................................... 93
Convenient Memory functions ............................... 93
QMB (Quick Memory Bank) ................................. 93
Standard Memory Operation .................................. 94
Memory Storage ............................................... 94
Memory Channel Recall ................................... 94
Labeling Memories ........................................... 95
Checking Memory Channel Status ................... 95
Erasing Memory Channel Data ........................ 96
Moving Memory Data to the VFO-A register .. 96
Memory Tune Operation .................................. 97
Memory Groups ..................................................... 98
Memory Group Assignment ............................. 98
Choosing the Desired Memory Group .............. 98
Operation on Alaska Emergency Frequency:
5167.5 kHz (U.S. Version Only) ..... 99
VFO and Memory Scanning ................................... 100
VFO Scanning ...................................................... 100
Memory Scan ....................................................... 101
PMS (Programmable Memory Scan) ..................... 102
RTTY (Radio Teletype) Operation ......................... 104
RTTY Decode ....................................................... 104
RTTY Text Memory ............................................. 105
Example of Connecting RTTY
Communications Device ............ 105
Data (PSK) Operation ............................................. 106
PSK Decode ......................................................... 106
PSK Text Memory ................................................ 107
Example of DATA Communications Device ........ 107
Menu Mode ............................................................... 108
Using the Menu .................................................... 108
Menu Mode Reset ................................................ 108
Installation of Optional Accessories ....................... 128
CW Narrow Filter (XF-127CN) ........................... 128
Voice Memory Unit (DVS-6) ............................... 129
FC-40 External Automatic
Antenna Tuner (for Wire Antenna) ...... 130
RF µTuning Kit .................................................... 132
Specications ............................................................ 134

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accessOries & OpTiOns
Supplied AcceSSorieS
Hand Microphone (MH-31B8) 1 pc A07890001
Remote Control Keypad (FH-2) 1 pc AAF22X001
DC Power Cord 1 pc T9025225
Spare Fuse (25A) 1 pc Q0000074
RCA Plug 2 pcs P0091365
Operating Manual 1 pc
Warranty Card 1 pc

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accessOries & OpTiOns
AvAilAble optionS
MD-200A8X Ultra-High-Fidelity Desktop Microphone
MD-100A8X Desktop Microphone
YH-77STA Lightweight Stereo Headphone
VL-1000/VP-1000 Linear Amplier/AC Power Supply
RF µTuning Kit A For 160 m Band
RF µTuning Kit B For 80/40 m Bands
RF µTuning Kit C For 30/20 m Bands
FC-40 External Automatic Antenna Tuner
DVS-6 Voice Memory Unit
XF-127CN CW Narrow Filter (C/F: 9 MHz, B/W: 300 Hz)
CT-178 VL-1000 Linear Amplier Connection Cable
CT Cable (MDIN6P - MDIN6P 2m) Antenna Rotator Connection Cable (P/N T9101556)
MD-200A8X YH-77STA FH-2
VL-1000/VP-1000
RF µTuning Kit DVS-6FC-40
XF-127CN

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extending the Front Feet
To elevate the front panel for easy viewing, the front left and right feet on the case bottom may be extended.
 Pull the front legs outward from the bottom panel.
 Rotate the legs counter-clockwise to lock them in
the extended position. Be sure the legs have locked
securely in place, because the transceiver is quite
heavy and an unlocked leg could result in damage,
should the transceiver move suddenly.
Retracting the Front Feet
 Rotate the legs clockwise, and push them inward
while continuing to rotate clockwise.
 The front feet should now be locked in the retracted
position.
AdjuSting the MAin tuning diAl torque
The torque (drag) of the Main Tuning Dial knob may be
adjusted according to your preferences. Simply hold the
rear skirt in place, and rotate the knob clockwise to re-
duce the drag, or counter-clockwise to increase the drag.
beFOre YOu begin
 
 
 
 
Hold the Skirt

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[POWER] button [A

M] button
beFOre YOu begin
reSetting the MicroproceSSor
reSetting MeMorieS (only)
Use this procedure to reset (clear) the previously stored
Memory channels, without affecting any conguration
changes you may have made to the Menu settings.
1. Press the front panel’s [POWER] switch to turn the
transceiver off.
2. While holding the [A

M] button in, press and hold
in the front panel [POWER] switch to turn the trans-
ceiver on. Once the transceiver comes on, you may
release the buttons.
Menu reSetting
Use this procedure to restore the Menu settings to their
factory defaults, without affecting the memories you
have programmed.
1. Press the front panel [POWER] switch to turn the
transceiver off.
2. While holding the [MENU] button in, press and hold
in the front panel [POWER] switch to turn the trans-
ceiver on. Once the transceiver comes on, you may
release the buttons.
Full reSet
Use this procedure to restore all Menu and Memory set-
tings to their original factory defaults. All Memories will
be cleared by this procedure.
1. Press the front panel [POWER] switch to turn the
transceiver off.
2. While holding the [FAST] and [LOCK] buttons in,
press and hold in the front panel [POWER] switch
to turn the transceiver on. Once the transceiver
comes on, you may release the buttons.
iMportAnt note:
When the optional µTuning Kit is connected to the
FTDX3000, disconnect all the cables from the µTuning
Kit before performing the Full Reset.
[LOCK] button
[FAST] button
[POWER] button [MENU] button
[POWER] button

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AntennA conSiderAtionS
The FTDX3000 is designed for use with any antenna system providing a 50 Ohm resistive impedance at the desired op-
erating frequency. While minor excursions from the 50-Ohm specication are of no consequence, if the Standing Wave
Ratio (SWR) present at the Antenna jack is greater than 3:1, the transceiver’s Automatic Antenna Tuner may not be able
to reduce the impedance mismatch to an acceptable value.
Every effort should be made to ensure that the impedance of the antenna system be as close as possible to the specied
50-Ohm value. Note that the “G5RV” type antenna does not provide a 50-Ohm impedance on all HF Amateur bands. An
external wide-range antenna coupler must be used with this antenna type.
Any antenna to be used with the FTDX3000 must be fed from the transceiver with 50 Ohm coaxial cable. Therefore,
when using a “balanced” antenna such as a dipole, remember that a balun or other matching/balancing device must be
used to ensure proper antenna performance.
The same precautions apply to any additional (receive-only) antennas connected to the antenna jacks. if your receive-
only antennas do not have impedance near 50 Ohms at the operating frequency, you may need to install an external an-
tenna tuner to obtain optimum performance.
About coAxiAl cAble
Use high-quality 50-Ohm coaxial cable for the lead-in to your FTDX3000 transceiver. All efforts at providing an ef-
cient antenna system will be wasted if poor quality, lossy coaxial cable is used. This transceiver utilizes standard “M”
(“PL-259”) type connectors.
insTallaTiOn anD inTercOnnecTiOns
typicAl pl-259 inStAllAtion