Yaesu FT2DR User manual

C4FM/FM
144/430 MHz
DIGITAL/ANALOG
TRANSCEIVER
Operating Manual
Before Using the Transceiver
Preparation
Basic Operation
Repeater Operation
Using the Memory
Scanning Function
Digital Group Monitor Function
Using the APRS Functions
Using the WIRES-X Functions
Using the GPS Function
Convenient Functions
Communicating with a
Customize Menu Settings for
Individual Use (Set Mode)
Functions to Use a Necessary
Appendix

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Before Using the Transceiver
Table of Contents
Before Using the Transceiver .................................. 2
Introduction ................................................................. 6
Features of the FT2DR/DE .................................... 6
Using the Touch Screen ......................................... 7
How to Read This Manual ...................................... 7
Checking the Supplied Items ................................. 8
Safety Precautions (Be Sure to Read) ....................... 9
Names and Functions of Controls ............................ 14
Transceiver .......................................................... 14
Touch Screen Display .......................................... 15
Entering Letters.................................................... 19
Preparation.............................................................. 20
Attaching the Supplied Accessories ......................... 20
Installing the Antenna........................................... 20
Attaching the Accessory Protective Cap/Belt
Clip ....................................................................... 20
Attaching the Protective Cap ........................... 20
Attaching the Belt Clip ..................................... 20
Attaching a Hand Strap ........................................ 21
Preparing the Battery Pack/External Power
Supply....................................................................... 22
Installing/Removing the Battery Pack .................. 22
Installing the Battery Pack ............................... 22
Removing the Battery Pack ............................. 22
Charging the Battery Pack ................................... 22
How to Use the Battery Case (FBA-39) ............... 25
Connecting an External Power Supply for Use in
Vehicle ................................................................. 26
Connecting to an External Power Supply Using a
Power Cable ........................................................ 27
Using a microSD Memory Card ................................ 29
Usable microSD Memory Cards .......................... 29
Cautions when Using a microSD Memory
Card ..................................................................... 29
Mounting and Dismounting microSD Memory
Card ..................................................................... 29
Formatting a microSD Memory Card ................... 31
Basic Operation ...................................................... 32
Performing Communication ...................................... 32
Turning on the Transceiver .................................. 32
Adjusting the Volume Level.................................. 34
Toggling the Operating Band ............................... 34
Selecting a Frequency Band ................................ 37
Tuning to a Frequency ......................................... 38
Selecting the Communication Mode .................... 39
Transmitting/Receiving Signals ............................ 40
Listening to the Radio ............................................... 42
Listening to the AM/FM Radio .............................. 42
Miscellaneous Settings ............................................. 43
Setting Clock Time ............................................... 43
Muting Audio ........................................................ 44
Changing the Transmission Power Level............. 46
Adjusting the Squelch Level................................. 47
Setting the Frequency Step ................................. 47
Changing the Mode.............................................. 48
Locking Keys and Switches ................................. 49
Attenuator (ATT) Function .................................... 50
Restoring to Defaults (All Reset).......................... 51
Repeater Operation ................................................ 52
Repeater Operation .................................................. 52
Communicating Via the Repeater ........................ 52
Repeater Shift........................................................... 53
Automatic Repeater Shift (ARS) .......................... 53
Tone Calling (1750 Hz) ........................................ 53
Using the Memory .................................................. 54
A Wide Variety of Memory Functions ........................ 54
Registering to Memory Channel .......................... 55
Split Memory ........................................................ 56
Recalling a Memory Channel ............................... 57
Recalling the Home Channels ............................. 57
Returning to the Previous Frequency .............. 58
Changing the Home Channel Frequency ........ 58
Clearing Memories ............................................... 59
Restoring the Cleared Memories .................... 59
Using Memory Tag ............................................... 59
Assigning a Name to a Memory Channel ........ 60
Displaying the Memory Tag ............................. 61
Using Memory Bank ................................................. 62
Registering to Memory Banks .............................. 62
Recalling Memory Bank ....................................... 63
Canceling Memory Channel Registration in
Memory Bank ....................................................... 63
Assigning Name to Memory Bank........................ 64
Convenient Preset Receiver Memory Channels....... 65
Registering Preset Receiver Memory Channels
into Memory Banks .............................................. 66
Recalling Preset Receiver Memory Channel to
Listen to the Weather Broadcast .......................... 66
Recalling Preset Receiver Memory Channel to
Listen to the International VHF (Marine) Radio.... 67
Recalling Preset Receiver Memory Channels to
Listen to World Wide Broadcasts ......................... 68
Worldwide short wave broadcast .................... 69
Scanning Function ................................................. 71
VFO Scan ................................................................. 71
Canceling Scanning ........................................ 72

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Table of Contents
Skipping Frequencies You Do Not Want to
Scan (Skip Search Memory) ........................... 72
Specifying the Frequencies You Do Not Want
to Scan ............................................................ 73
Deleting the Frequency Registered to the Skip
Search Memory Channel ................................ 73
Setting the Receive Operation When
Scanning Stops ............................................... 74
Memory Channel Scanning ...................................... 76
Specifying Skip/Selected Memory
Channels ......................................................... 77
Scanning Only the Specified Memory
Channels ......................................................... 78
Scanning the Memory Bank ................................. 79
Memory Bank Link Scanning .......................... 79
Programmable Memory Channel Scan (PMS) ......... 81
Registering to the Programmable Memory
Channels ......................................................... 81
Performing Programmable Memory Channel
Scan ................................................................ 81
Digital Group Monitor Function
Using the Digital GM Function ................... 83
What is the GM function? ......................................... 83
Standard Operation of the GM Function................... 83
Displaying All Stations (up to 24 Stations)
Operating with the GM Function .......................... 83
Registering IDs of Friends in a Group and
Displaying Only Registered GM Users ................ 84
Deactivating the GM Function.............................. 84
Using the APRS / WIRES-X Functions .................. 85
The APRS (Automatic Packet Reporting System)
Function .................................................................... 85
What is the WIRES-X Function? .............................. 85
Using the GPS Function ........................................ 86
The GPS Function .................................................... 86
Activating the GPS Function..................................... 86
Method of Positioning by GPS.................................. 88
Displaying Position Information of Remote
Stations in Digital Mode ....................................... 88
Saving GPS Information (GPS Log Function)...... 89
Checking Tracks on Your PC ............................... 90
GPS Screen Information and Operation ................... 91
Displaying the GPS Information ........................... 91
Smart Navigation Function ....................................... 93
Real-Time Navigation Function ............................ 93
Backtrack Function .............................................. 93
Registering Your Current Position
(Departure Point) (up to 3 Positions can Be
Registered) ................................................ 93
Using the Back Track Function ....................... 94
Description of the BACK TRACK Function
Screen.................................................................. 95
Convenient Functions ............................................ 96
Dual Receive (DW) Function .................................... 96
VFO Dual Receive
......... 97
Memory Channel Dual Receive
channel ........................................................... 98
Home Channel Dual Receive
.... 98
AF-DUAL Receive Function (Receiving Signals
on Other Frequency Channels While Listening to
Broadcast Radio) .................................................... 100
Listening to a Radio Broadcast Using the
AF-DUAL Receive Function ............................... 100
Setting the Resumption Time of Radio
Reception ........................................................... 101
Using the DTMF Function....................................... 103
Setting the DTMF Memory ................................. 103
Transmitting the Registered DTMF Code .......... 104
Manually Transmitting the DTMF Code ............. 105
Spectrum Analyzer with Signal Strength Graph
Band Scope Function ............................................. 106
Taking Picture Using the Optional Camera-Mounted
Speaker Microphone Snapshot Function ..............107
Viewing the Saved Image .................................. 108
Transmitting the Saved Image to Other
Transceivers ...................................................... 108
Communicating with a Specific Remote
Station ................................................................... 109
Using the Tone Squelch Function ........................... 109
Selecting the Squelch Type ............................... 109
Setting the Tone Frequency ................................110
Searching for the CTCSS Tone transmitted
by the Remote Station ........................................111
Setting the DCS Code.........................................112
Searching for the DCS Code Used
by the Remote Station ........................................112
Notification of a Call from a Remote Station
by Vibration .........................................................113
Selecting the Vibrator Operation Mode ..........114
Notification of a Call from a Remote Station
by the Bell Function ............................................114
Changing the Number of Times the Bell
Rings ..............................................................115
Calling Only a Specific Station
New Pager Function ................................................116
Flow of Operation to Use the Pager Function .....116

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Setting the Code for Your Station .......................116
Activating the New Pager Function .....................117
Calling a Specific Station ....................................117
Being Called by the Remote Station
(Standby Operation)............................................118
Customize Menu Settings for Individual Use
(Set Mode) ............................................................. 119
Using Set Mode .......................................................119
Set Mode Operation ............................................119
Resetting the All Set Mode Settings................... 120
Tables of Set Mode Operations .............................. 121
Set Mode: DISPLAY Menu Operations ................... 128
Setting What to Display Using the Smart
Navigation Function ........................................... 128
Setting the Compass Display ............................. 128
Setting the Search Channels for the BAND
SCOPE Function................................................ 128
Changing the Lighting Condition ........................ 129
Selecting the Display Language ........................ 129
Adjusting the LCD Contrast Level ...................... 129
Adjusting the LCD Backlight and Key Button
Light Brightness Level........................................ 130
Changing the Opening Message Displayed
Immediately after Power-on ............................... 130
Displaying the Battery Voltage ........................... 130
Changing the Display Pattern of the S-Meter .... 131
Displaying the Software Version ........................ 131
Set Mode: TX/RX Menu Operations ....................... 132
Reducing Receiver Sensitivity
Attenuator (ATT) Function .................................. 132
Setting the Transmit Modulation Level ............... 132
Switching the Receive Mode.............................. 133
Setting the Squelch Type for the Digital Mode ... 133
Setting the Pop-up Time of the Remote Station
Information ......................................................... 133
Displaying Your Location in Digital Mode ........... 134
Setting the Standby Beep .................................. 134
Adjusting the Microphone Sensitivity
Microphone Gain................................................ 134
Muting Audio ...................................................... 135
Simultaneous Radio Broadcast Reception ........ 135
Set Mode: MEMORY Menu Operations ................. 136
Setting Memory Bank Link ................................. 136
Assigning Name to Memory Bank...................... 136
Assigning Name to Memory Channel ................ 136
Prohibiting Registration to a Memory Channel
Memory Channel Protect Function .................... 137
Setting Memory Skip Function ........................... 137
Setting the Memory Channels Used for
Registration ........................................................ 137
Set Mode: SIGNALING Menu Operations .............. 138
Notification of a Call from a Remote Station
by the Bell .......................................................... 138
Selecting a DCS Code ....................................... 138
Transmitting and Receiving a DCS Code with an
Inverted Phase DCS INVERSION Function....... 138
Setting the Transmission Method of the DTMF
Code .................................................................. 138
Setting the DTMF Code ..................................... 139
Calling Only a Specific Station (New Pager
Function) ............................................................ 139
Enabling No-communication Squelch Function
PR FREQUENCY Function ................................ 139
Adjusting the Squelch Level SQL LEVEL
Function ............................................................. 139
Setting the Squelch to Activate at a Specified
Signal Strength S-Meter Squelch Function ........ 140
Setting the Squelch Type for Transmit and
Receive SQL EXPANSION Function ................. 141
Setting the Type of Squelch ............................... 141
Selecting a CTCSS Tone Frequency ................. 141
Setting the Sound and Speed During Tone
Search Tone Search Function ............................ 141
Set Mode: SCAN Menu Operations........................ 142
Setting the Surveillance Interval Time for Priority
Channels DW INTERVAL TIME Function .......... 142
Setting the Illumination On/Off When Scanning
Stops LAMP Function ........................................ 142
Setting the Time to Resume Scanning SCAN
RE-START Function........................................... 142
Selecting a Receive Operation When Scanning
Stops .................................................................. 143
Setting the Scanning Range .............................. 143
Set Mode: GM Menu Operations ............................ 144
Set Mode: WIRES-X Menu Operations .................. 144
Set Mode: CONFIG Menu Operations.................... 145
Turn Power Off Automatically
Auto Power-Off Function .................................... 145
Preventing Accidental Transmission Busy
Channel Lockout (BCLO) Function .................... 145
Setting the Key Operation Confirmation
Sound................................................................. 146
Turning off the BUSY Indicator .......................... 146
Setting the Clock Shift for the Micro Computer
Clock Type Function .......................................... 147
Setting a Time Interval for Saving GPS Position
Information ......................................................... 147
Permitting/Prohibiting Transfer of Home Channel
Frequency to VFO.............................................. 147
Using the LED Light ........................................... 148
Setting the LOCK Function ................................ 148

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Setting the Operation of the Key .................. 148
Turning on/off the Transceiver at the Specified Time
Timer Function ................................................... 149
Password Function ............................................ 149
Setting the PTT Delay Time PTT DELAY
Function ............................................................. 150
Setting the ARS Function RPT ARS Function .... 150
Setting the Repeater Shift Direction RPT SHIFT
Function ............................................................. 150
Setting the frequency offset for Repeater Shift
RPT SHIFT FREQ Function ............................... 151
Disabling Receiver While No Signal Is Received
Receiver Battery Save Function ........................ 151
Changing the Frequency Step Manually ............ 151
Setting Clock Time ............................................. 151
Limit the time of a continuous transmission
(TOT Function) ................................................... 152
Setting the Frequency Selection Range for
Operation in VFO Mode VFO MODE
Function ............................................................. 152
Notifying a Call From a Remote Station by
Vibration ............................................................. 152
Swapping the Dial Knob Functions .................... 152
Set Mode: APRS Menu Operations ........................ 153
Set Mode: SD CARD Menu Operations ................. 154
Saving/Loading Data to/from microSD Memory
Card ................................................................... 154
Saving/Loading Memory Channel Information to/
from microSD Memory Card .............................. 155
Saving/Loading GROUP ID Information
to/from a microSD Memory Card ....................... 155
Formatting a microSD Memory Card ................. 156
Set Mode: OPTION Menu Operations .................... 157
Setting the Optional Microphone With Camera
for Use ............................................................... 157
Set Mode: CALLSIGN Menu Operations ................ 158
Functions to Use as Necessary .......................... 159
Using the Transceiver for Packet
Communication....................................................... 159
Clone Operation ..................................................... 160
Connecting an External Device .............................. 161
Connecting to a PC ............................................ 161
Connecting to an External Device...................... 162
Connection Cables............................................. 162
Data Cable (CT-170) ..................................... 162
Data Output Cable (CT-176) ......................... 162
Appendix ............................................................... 163
Optional Parts ......................................................... 163
If you suspect malfunction Check the following
items before requesting a repair. ...................... 164
The transceiver does not turn on. ................. 164
There is no sound. ........................................ 164
There is no transmission of radio waves. ...... 164
The keys or DIAL does not respond. ............. 164
Index ....................................................................... 166
Specifications ......................................................... 168

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Before Using the Transceiver
Introduction
Features of the FT2DR/DE
Digital communication (C4FM (Quaternary FSK), FDMA system) ............................. 39
Equipped with AMS (Automatic Mode Select) Function ............................................. 39
Automatically selects between 4 modes of transmission according to the signal being
received.
External power supply connection ............................................................................. 15
Simultaneous reception on two different bands,
or within the same band (V+V/U+U) .................................................................... 34, 36
Independent switching keys for A-band and B-band and TX/BUSY display .............. 36
Wide-band reception over the range of 500 kHz to 999.900 MHz ............................. 36
Waterproof design equivalent to IPX5, which protects the transceiver
from rain and splashes ............................................................................................... 13
Large 160×160 dot LCD screen and touch panel ...................................................... 15
WIRES-X connection support ..................................See WIRES-X instruction manual*
Equipped with GM function ..................................See GM function instruction manual*
Large-capacity 1266ch with 24 memory banks (maximum of 100 channels can be
saved on each bank) .................................................................................................. 54
Display memory tags comprised of up to 16 one-byte characters ............................. 59
Convenient reception of preset receiver memory channels ....................................... 65
By selecting preset frequencies, you can receive shortwave broadcast,
and international VHF radio stations with ease.
A wide variety of scan functions ................................................................................. 71
Built-in GPS unit allowing display of your current location and heading
information ................................................................................................................. 86
Ready for APRS® communication using the world standard 1200 / 9600bps AX25
modem (B-band only) ................................................... See APRS instruction manual*
High-resolution band scope function to display ± 35 channels ................................ 106
Equipped with the smart navigation function ............................................................. 93
A variety of individual selective calling functions; such as tone squelch (CTCSS)
and DCS functions ...................................................................................................109
Vibrator to alert you of signal reception, in addition to the audible bell .................... 113
New pager function for calling only specific stations ................................................ 116
LED Backlight for easy viewing of the LCD outdoors .............................................. 147
Battery save function to extend battery operating time .............................................. 46
Data terminal for communication with external equipment and firmware updates ... 162
Compatible with microSD memory cards ................................................................... 29
Snapshot function (an optional camera microphone MH-85A11U is required) ....... 107
* WIRES-X, GM function and APRS instruction manuals are not included in the product
package.
They are available and may be downloaded from the Yaesu.com website.

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Before Using the Transceiver
Introduction
Using the Touch Screen
Caution when Using the Touch Screen
Observe the following precautions when using the touch screen. Failing to do so may
result in malfunction or damage.
Operate the touch screen with your fingers. Do not operate with any pointed objects
including your fingernail or pen.
Do not apply any excessive force to the touch screen.
Do not scrub or scratch on the touch screen when cleaning it.
Restrictions on touch operations
The touch screen does not respond to any of the flicking and pinching-in/out operations.
Due to the characteristics of the LCD, when the ambient temperature is low, the touch
screen may respond slowly.
Touch Screen Upkeep
After turning off the transceiver, wipe the touch screen with a soft dry cloth.
Do not use water, chemical agents or mild detergents.
How to Read This Manual
Common explanatory expressions used in this manual are as follows:
Press ...................................................... Indicates to simply press a key or switch.
Press and hold for over one second ....... Indicates to press a key or switch for over
one second.
Touch [F MW] .................................................. Indicates briefly touching the screen.
Touch [F MW] for over one second ................ Indicates touching the screen for over
one second.
The following notations are also used in this manual.
Caution
...Explains caution to observe during operation.
Tip
...Explains operating suggestions or useful tips.

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Before Using the Transceiver
Introduction
Checking the Supplied Items
Transceiver
Battery charger
PA-48B/C/F/U* or SAD-14B
* “B” suffix is for use with 120 VAC
(Type-A plug), “C” suffix is for use
with 230-240 VAC (Type-C plug), “F”
suffix is for use with 220 VAC,
and “U” suffix is for use with
230 VAC (Type-BF plug).
Antenna
Belt clip
Battery pack
protective cap
Long life
lithium-ion battery pack
(SBR-14LI: 7.2V,
2,200 mAh)
USB cable
• Quick Manual
• Operating Manual
(this manual)
• Warranty Card
Cautions
Ensure that the name of the dealer from which you purchased the transceiver and the date of
purchase are indicated on the warranty card.
If any item is missing, contact the dealer from which you purchased the transceiver.

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Before Using the Transceiver
Safety Precautions (Be Sure to Read)
Be sure to read the safety precautions to use this product safely.
Yaesu is not liable for failures and other problems caused due to misuse or use of this
product by you or a third party. Also, Yaesu is not liable for damages caused through
use of this product by you or a third party except in the case where ordered to pay for
damages under the laws.
Types and Meanings of Symbols
DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury or only
property damage.
Types and Meanings of Legends
Indicates a prohibited action, not to be done in order to use this product safely.
For example, indicates that the product should not be disassembled.
Indicates a required action, to be done in order to use this product safely.
For example, indicates that the power plug should be removed.
DANGER
Do not use this product in “an area
where use of it is prohibited”, e.g., in-
side the hospital, airplane, or train.”
This product can affect electronic or
medical devices.
Do not use this product while riding
a bicycle or driving a car. Accidents
can result.
Be sure to stop the bicycle or car at a safe
place before using this product.
Those who are carrying a medical
device such as a cardiac pacemaker
should not perform transmission
near the device. When transmitting,
use an external antenna and keep as
far as possible away from the exter-
nal antenna.
The radio wave emitted by the transmit-
ter can cause the medical device to mal-
function and result in an accident.
Do not use this product or the battery
charger in a place where inflammable
gas is generated.
A fire or explosion can occur.

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Before Using the Transceiver
Safety Precautions (Be Sure to Read)
Do not perform transmission in a
crowded place for the safety of per-
sons using a medical device such as
a cardiac pacemaker.
The radio wave emitted from this prod-
uct can cause the medical device to mal-
function and result in an accident.
Do not touch any material leak-
ing from the battery pack with bare
hands.
The chemical that has stuck to your skin
or entered your eye can cause chemical
burns. In such a case, consult the doctor
immediately.
Do not solder or short-circuit the ter-
minal of the battery pack.
A fire, leak, overheating, explosion, or igni-
tion can result.
Do not carry the battery pack together
with a necklace, hair pin, or small metal
objects. A short circuit can result.
If it starts thundering when the exter-
nal antenna is used, immediately turn
off this product and disconnect the
external antenna from it.
A fire, electrical shock, or damage may
result.
WARNING
Do not power this transceiver with a
voltage other than the specified pow-
er supply voltage.
A fire, electric shock, or damage may
result.
Do not use the battery pack for any
model other than the specified trans-
ceiver.
A fire, leak, overheating, explosion, or
ignition can result.
This product has a waterproof struc-
ture and conforms to “IPX5” when
the included antenna and battery
pack are installed and rubber caps
are securely attached to the MIC/SP
jack, EXTDC IN jack, DATA terminal,
and micro SD slot. If this transceiver
gets wet, wipe it with a dry cloth, etc.
do not leave it exposed to the mois-
ture.
Leaving this product in a wet condition
can degrade its performance, shorten its
life, or cause a failure or electrical shock.
Do not make very long transmissions.
The main body of the transceiver may
overheat, resulting in a failure or burns.
Do not disassemble or make any al-
teration to this product.
An injury, electric shock, or failure can
result.
Do not handle the battery pack or
charger with wet hands. Do not insert
or remove the power plug with wet
hands.
An injury, leak, fire, or failure can result.
If smoke or strange odor is emitted
from the main body, battery pack,
or battery charger, immediately turn
the transceiver off; remove the bat-
tery pack, and remove the power plug
from the outlet.
A fire, leak, overheating, damage, igni-
tion, or failure can result. Contact the
dealer from which you purchased this
product or Yaesu Amateur Customer
Support.
Do not use the battery pack which is
externally damaged or deformed.
A fire, leak, heating, explosion, or igni-
tion can result.
Do not use any battery charger which
is not specified by Yaesu.
A fire or failure can result.
When transmitting, keep the trans-
ceiver at least 5.0 mm (3/16 inch)
away from your body.
Use only the supplied antenna. Do
not use modified or damaged anten-
nas.