Yaesu FTDX-9000MP User manual

FT DX 9000MP
Operation Manual

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
We wish to take this opportunity to thank you for your purchase of the FT DX 9000MP Transceiver!
The FT DX 9000MP is the culmination of a four-year design project. But it also is the product of our company’s fifty years
of engineering, design, and manufacturing know how. As pioneers in the development of SSB, we have led the technologi-
cal advances in Amateur Radio communications over the last half century. And now, with the introduction of the FT DX
9000MP, we again lead the way with a no-compromise 21st-century design that will make your operating dreams come
true. More importantly, it is a radio that will let your skills and experience find expression, as you harness the excitement of
HF operating like you’ve never done before!
ABOUT THIS MANUAL . . .
The FT DX 9000MP 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 efficiency from your FT DX 9000MP, 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 FT DX 9000MP, be sure to read and follow the instructions in the “Before You Begin” section of this
manual.
CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL
Please note the conventions, described below, for operational commands and texts included in this manual.
(# )..... This refers to a switch or knob used for controlling a particular function. The name or number inside the
brackets designate the name of the switch/knob, or its reference number within this manual
.............. This is the name of a switch or knob.
XX ........... In the texts, you may be advised to press a button momentarily, or press and hold it in for a time interval (such
as two seconds). Please be sure to observe the proper procedure when pressing a button.
OO ........... This indicates the pressing of a button when a “momentary” press is the only selection available.
Note .............................................. This is used for a note as to a particular point of interest.
Advice .......................................... This is used to amplify or expand on instructions, so as to recommend a way to gain
maximum benefit from a feature or function.
Example ....................................... This is used to demonstrate an example of how a feature or function should work or
be programmed.
Quick Note /Quick Point ..... This is used for a brief explanation of a particular aspect of operation.
Terminology ................................ An explanation of a term or expression used in this manual.
This device is designed for Amateur Radio operation only. Operation on the Amateur Radio bands requires a license, in
accordance with the telecommunications statutes in your country. The discussions in this manual presume that you possess
the fundamental knowledge consistent with your status as a licensed Amateur Radio operator.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
General Description ............................................. 1
About This Manual. . . ............................................................. 1
Conventions Used in This Manual .......................................... 1
Before You Begin. . . ............................................ 4
1. Connecting AC Power ......................................................... 4
2. Configuring Your FT DX 9000 Using the Menu ................ 4
3. Connecting and Selecting the Microphone ......................... 5
4. Extending the Front Feet ..................................................... 5
5. Adjusting the Main Dial Torque .......................................... 6
6. Restarting Power after a Voltage Fluctuation ...................... 6
7. Resetting the Microprocessor .............................................. 7
Resetting Memories (Only) ............................................... 7
Menu Resetting ................................................................. 7
Full Reset .......................................................................... 7
Features ................................................................ 8
Accessories ........................................................ 10
Options ............................................................... 11
Installation and Interconnections.....................12
Antenna Considerations ........................................................ 12
About Coaxial Cable ............................................................. 12
Grounding .............................................................................. 13
Antenna and FPS-9000H Power Supply Connections .......... 14
Connection of Microphone, Headphones,
and FH-2 Remote Control Keypad ........................................ 15
Key, Keyer, and Computer-Driven Keying Interconnections 16
Connecting a GPS Receiver .................................................. 16
VL-1000 Linear Amplifier Interconnections ......................... 17
Interfacing to Other Linear Amplifiers .................................. 18
Plug/Connector Pinout Diagrams .................... 19
Front Panel Controls ......................................... 20
Rear Panel .......................................................... 36
FPS-9000H Front Panel Controls ..................... 40
FPS-9000H Rear Panel ....................................... 41
Frequency Display ............................................. 39
FH-2 Operation ................................................... 42
Basic Operation:
Receiving on Amateur Bands ........................... 43
Operation ............................................................................... 43
Operation on 60-Meter (5 MHz) Band (U.S. version only) .. 46
CLAR (Clarifier) Operation on Main (VFO-A) .................... 47
LOCK .................................................................................... 48
DIM ....................................................................................... 48
B-DISP OFF .......................................................................... 49
Convenient Features ......................................... 50
Dual Receive ......................................................................... 50
Dual Receive: Full Duplex Operation ................................... 51
P.BACK (Audio Playback) from Main (VFO-A) Receiver ... 54
“My Bands” Operation .......................................................... 55
Band Stack Operation ............................................................ 56
C.S (Custom Switch) ............................................................. 56
Dial Swap Configuration (AF/RF GAIN controls) ............... 57
Data Management Feature ..................................................... 58
More Frequency Navigation Techniques ............................... 59
Antenna Selection .................................................................. 60
Changing the Speaker Output Configuration ........................ 61
Receiver Operation (Front End Block Diagram) ................... 62
IPO (Intercept Point Optimization) ....................................... 63
ATT ........................................................................................ 64
RF Gain (SSB/CW/AM Modes) ............................................ 65
Advanced Interference-
Suppression Features ....................................... 66
Using the VRF (Variable RF Front-end Filter) ..................... 66
Interference Rejection ....................................... 67
R.FLT (Roofing Filters) ......................................................... 67
CONT (Contour) Control Operation ..................................... 68
IF SHIFT Operation (
SSB/CW/RTTY/PKT/AM Modes ) ..................... 69
WIDTH (
IF DSP Bandwidth ) Tuning ( SSB/CW/RTTY/PKT Modes ) ......... 70
Using IF Shift and Width Together ................................. 71
IF Notch Filter Operation (
SSB/CW/RTTY/PKT/AM Modes ) ............. 72
Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) Operation ........................... 73
NARROW (NAR) One-Touch IF Filter Selection ................ 74
Digital Notch Filter (DNF) Operation ................................... 75
IF Noise Blanke (NB) Operation ........................................... 76
Tools for Comfortable and
Effective Reception .................... 77
AGC (Automatic Gain Control) ............................................ 77
SLOPED AGC Operation ............................................... 78
Mute Feature Main (VFO-A) Band ...................................... 79
Audio Limiter (AFL) Feature ................................................ 79
Adjacent Channel Monitor (ACM) (CW Mode Only) .......... 80
Audio Filter Operation .......................................................... 81

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SSB/AM Mode Transmission
(Let's Look at the Transmitter. . .)..................... 82
Phantom Voltage for Condenser Microphones ...................... 83
Using the Automatic Antenna Tuner ................ 84
ATU Operation ...................................................................... 84
About ATU Operation ............................................................ 85
Lithium Battery Replacement ................................................ 86
SSB/AM Mode Transmission ............................ 87
Using the Speech Processor (SSB, AM Mode) ..................... 87
Adjusting the SSB Transmitted Bandwidth ........................... 89
Signal Quality Enhancement Using the
Parametric Microphone Equalizer ......................................... 90
Low- Distortion CLASS-A Operation ................................... 92
Voice Memory ....................................................................... 94
Convenient Transmitter Accessories ............... 96
VOX: Automatic TX/RX Switching using Voice Control
(SSB/AM/FM Modes) ........................................................... 96
Using the MONITOR ............................................................ 96
Split Operation Using the TX Clarifier (
VFO-A Operation ) ......... 97
Clarifier Offset Bar Indicator .......................................... 97
Split-Frequency Operation .................................................... 98
Quick Split Operation ..................................................... 99
Full Duplex Operation ......................................................... 100
CW Mode Operation ........................................ 102
Setup for Straight Key ( and Straight Key emulation ) Operation ...... 101
Using the Built-in Electronic Keyer .................................... 103
Full Break-in (QSK) Operation ..................................... 103
Setting the Keyer Weight (Dot/Space:Dash ) Ratio ...... 104
Selecting the Keyer Operating Mode ............................ 104
CW Convenience Features ............................. 105
CW Spotting (Zero-Beating) ............................................... 105
Using CW Reverse .............................................................. 106
CW Delay Time Setting ....................................................... 107
CW Pitch Adjustment .......................................................... 107
Contest Memory Keyer ....................................................... 108
Message Memory .......................................................... 108
TEXT Memory .............................................................. 110
FM Mode Operation ......................................... 112
Operation ............................................................................. 112
Repeater Operation .............................................................. 113
Convenient Memory Functions ...................... 114
QMB (Quick Memory Bank) ............................ 115
QMB Channel Storage ........................................................ 115
QMB Channel Recall .......................................................... 115
Memory Groups ............................................... 116
Memory Group Assignment ................................................ 116
Choosing the Desired Memory Group ................................ 116
Memory Operation ........................................... 117
Memory Storage .................................................................. 117
Memory Channel Recall ...................................................... 117
Checking a Memory Channel’s Status .......................... 118
Erasing Memory Channel Data ........................................... 118
Moving Memory Data to the Main (VFO-A) Band ............ 119
Memory Tune Operation ............................................... 119
Operation on Alaska Emergency Frequency:
5167.5 kHz (U.S. Version Only) ....................... 120
Operation on the 60-Meter Band ( U.S. Version ) .. 121
VFO and Memory Scanning ............................122
VFO Scanning ..................................................................... 122
Memory Scan ....................................................................... 122
PMS ................................................................... 123
Packet Operation ............................................. 124
RTTY (Radio TeleType) Operation .................. 125
Miscellaneous AFSK-based Data Modes ....... 126
About the Transverter Output Terminal ......... 127
Menu Mode ....................................................... 128
Using the Menu ................................................................... 128
Menu Mode Reset ......................................................... 128
Menu Mode Setting Table ................................................... 129
Menu Mode Setting ............................................................. 133
Customized Option .......................................... 149
About Customization Options ............................................. 149
RF µ-Tuning Unit ( MTU-160, MTU-80/40, MTU-30/20 ) .... 150
TFT Display Unit ( TFT-9000 ) ................................ 152
Specifications ................................................... 156

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Before You Begin. . .
1. Connecting AC Power
There are two power switches on this transceiver, one each on the rear and front panels. If the rear panel’s Power switch is
not turned on, the front panel Power switch will not function.
ÌPush the Power switch on the
FPS-9000H to the I position
to apply power from the power
supply to the transceiver’s
OCXO (Reference Crystal Oven)
and to enable the front panel
power switch.
ÌPress and hold in the front panel
Power switch for two seconds to
turn the transceiver on.
Note
The self-check function of the CPU inside the radio will
begin.
If the optional RF µ-Tuning Unit is installed, the µ-Tun-
ing circuitry will receive the data from the CPU, and it
will perform its own self-check, and will preset itself to
the proper settings for the current operating frequency.
While the µ-Tuning circuitry is obtaining the data, the drive
mechanism will move from one end of its range to the
other end (fast), and this will cause a temporary “motor”
noise that can be heard; this, does not represent any trouble
or problem.
When the radio is turned on for the first time, it takes about
50 seconds (from turning the radio on to completing the
self-check) until the radio becomes ready to use; how-
ever, from the next time you turn it on, it will take around
10 seconds until the transceiver is ready for full opera-
tion.
2. Configuring Your FT DX 9000MP Using the Menu
The FT DX 9000MP is configured, at the factory, with its various functions set up in a manner typical for most operation. Via
the “Menu” system, you may change these settings to match the way you want your transceiver to operate.
Menu programming is enabled by pressing the MNU (Menu) key momentarily. You may then rotate the Main Tuning
Dial to display the desired Menu item, in the menu list, on the LCD display. Each of the settings can be changed or
customized via the CLAR/VFO-B knob, as you like, in this mode.
Once you have made a change to the configuration of a
Menu item or items, you must press and hold in the
MNU (Menu) key for two seconds to save the new set-
tings and exit to normal operation.
If you wish to cancel a change to a Menu item or items,
just press the MNU key momentarily. If you do not press
and hold in the MNU key in for two seconds, any changes
you have made will not be saved.

MNU Key
CLAR/VFO-B KnobMain Tuning Dial
Menu Item
Menu Setting
LCD Display

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3. Connecting and Selecting the Microphone
The FT DX 9000MP comes equipped with two microphone connectors: the front panel includes a “Cannon” (XLR) three-
pin connector, while the rear panel provides an eight-pin (round) connector.
As shipped from the factory, the front panel XLR connector is engaged for operation, and the rear panel 8-pin microphone
jack is not connected. If you wish to enable the 8-pin connector instead of the XLR connector, use the Menu to accomplish
this. Note that you may leave microphones connected to both jacks, and may select the microphone you want for operation
on a particular operating mode (SSB, AM, FM, etc.), as well!
ÌPress the MNU (Menu) key momentarily to enter
the Menu Mode.
ÌRotate the Main Tuning Dial to select Menu Item
#069, located within the “MODE SSB” group: SSB
MIC SELECT.
ÌRotate the CLAR/VFO-B knob to change the set-
ting of Menu #069 from “FRONT” to “REAR.”
ÌPress and hold in the MNU (Menu) key for two sec-
onds to save the new setting and exit to normal opera-
tion.
ÌIn a similar manner, you may use Menu #040 (AM
MIC SEL) in the MODE-AM Menu Group to select
the microphone jack to be used during AM operation,
and Menu #059 (FM MIC SEL) in the MODE-FM
Menu Group to select the microphone to be used dur-
ing FM transmission.
4. Extending the Front Feet
In order to elevate the front panel for easy viewing, the front left and right feet of the bottom case may be extended.
ÌPull the front legs outward from the bottom panel.
ÌRotate the legs counter-clockwise to lock them in the
extended position. Be sure the legs have locked se-
curely in place, because the transceiver is quite heavy
and an unlocked leg could result in damage, should
the transceiver move suddenly.
Before You Begin. . .
“FRONT”
Cannon (XLR)
3-pin connector
“REAR”
8-pin microphone jack
Retracting the Front Feet
ÌRotate the legs clockwise, and push them inward while
rotating to the right.
ÌThe front feel should now be locked in the retracted
position.
EXTEND
RETRACT




MNU Key
CLAR/VFO-B KnobMain Tuning Dial

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5. Adjusting the Main Dial Torque
The torque (drag) of the Main Tuning Dial may be adjusted according to your preferences. Simply hold down the rear skirt
of the knob, and while holding it in place rotate the Main Dial itself to the right to reduce the drag, or to the left to increase
the drag.
Before You Begin. . .
6. Restarting Power after a Voltage Fluctuation
If your AC mains power should suffer a significant fluctuation or interruption, we recommend that
you go through a complete power-up cycle, in order to ensure that all circuits are properly initialized.
To do this, be sure the front panel Power switch is turned off, then set the FPS-9000H’s Power switch
to the “O” position. Now unplug the AC cable from the rear panel of the FPS-9000H, and wait ten
seconds. Plug the AC cable back in, set the FPS-9000H’s Power switch to “O,” and now press and
hold in the front-panel Power switch for two seconds to turn the transceiver on. After about 50 sec-
onds, all circuits wil be initialized, and normal operation may resume.
TIGHTEN TOOSEN
HOLD THE SKIRT

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Before You Begin. . .
7. Resetting the Microprocessor
ËResetting Memories (Only)
Use this procedure to reset (clear out) the Memory channels previously stored, without affecting any configuration changes
you may have made to the Menu settings.
1. Press the front panel’s POWER switch to turn the
transceiver off.
2. Press and hold in the A M switch; while holding
it in, press and hold in the front panel’s POWER
switch to turn the transceiver on. Once the transceiver
comes on, you may release the A M switch.
ËMenu Resetting
Use this procedure to restore the Menu settings to their factory defaults, without affecting the memories you have pro-
grammed.
1. Press the front panel’s POWER switch to turn the
transceiver off.
2. Press and hold in the MNU (Menu) key; while hold-
ing it in, press and hold in the front panel’s POWER
switch to turn the transceiver on. Once the transceiver
comes on, you may release the MNU (Menu) key.
ËFull Reset
Use this procedure to restore all Menu and Memory settings to their original factory defaults. All Memories will be cleared
out by this procedure.
1. Press the front panel’s POWER switch to turn the
transceiver off.
2. Press and hold in the FAST and LOCK switches;
while holding them in, press and hold in the front
panel’s POWER switch to turn the transceiver on.
Once the transceiver comes on, you may release the
other two switches. FAST Switch
&
LOCK Switch
POWER Switch
A M SwitchPOWER Switch
MMU KeyPOWER Switch

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FEATURES
Superior Visibility and Logical, Fatigue-reducing Panel Layout
The front panel layout is logically crafted, with the large-aperture main frequency display squarely in the middle of the front panel; the
two large S-meters to the left providing instant recognition of signal strength.
Just as in an aircraft cockpit, the panel meters and the LCD display are canted slightly toward the center for maximum visibility.
Large, Multi-colored VFD Fluorescent Display
A proprietary, high-brightness VFD (fluorescent) display is incorporated in the FT DX 9000MP, providing outstanding visibility and easy
reading of the important frequency information, whether in dim or bright lighting environments.
Function-Indicating LEDs
The many function status indications on the front panel are clearly identified by the operator, thanks to the innovative multi-color LEDs
incorporated in design. A Red LED indicates that a function is engaged on the Main Band, while an Orange LED shows that the function
is engaged on the Sub Band.
Indirect Illumination
For ease of nighttime operation, the controls on the front panel are indirectly illuminated, thanks to carefully-positioned lamps in the
frame underneath the meters and the Band switch.
Aluminum-Die-Cast Oversized Main Tuning Dial
The Main Tuning Dial is a large-diameter (3.2”/81 mm) dial directly coupled to the magnetic rotary encoder which drives the HRDDS
via microprocessor control. Its heavy weight (7 oz./200 g) and quality mounting and construction provide a smooth “flywheel” effect
during operation, ideal for quick cruising up and down a band.
Oversized Knobs for Most Important Functions
The concentric AF/RF Gain, SHIFT/WIDTH, and CLAR/VFO-B knobs are conveniently located at the right-bottom side of the Front
Panel, for ease of access to these important controls.
World’s First 400 MHz HRDDS Local Oscillator
So as to optimize spurious-free dynamic range in a multi-signal environment, Yaesu’s engineers have introduced the world’s first
HRDDS (High Resolution Direct Digital Synthesizer) as the first local oscillator of the FT DX 9000MP. Dividing directly from this high
frequency, this local oscillator design ensures extraordinarily low noise, resulting in improved weak-signal reception even on a crowded
band during a weekend contest.
New-design Large-area OCXO Reference Oscillator
Serving as the master reference oscillator for the transceiver, the 10 MHz OCXO (Oven Controlled Crystal Oscillator) is a large-area (50
x 50 mm/2” x 2”) oven-stabilized oscillator operating at high temperature, for industry-leading frequency stability rated at 0.03 ppm
over the temperature range –10° to +60° C (–14° to +140° F).
Triple-conversion Design with Optimized Gain Distribution
Taking into account the most efficient transceiver design concept consistent with high performance we have adopted a triple-conversion
IF structure, utilizing a first IF at 40 MHz, a second IF at 455 kHz, and the third IF at 30 kHz (for FM, the 3rd IF is at 24 kHz). Gain
distribution through all stages is carefully optimized, for preservation of high system dynamic range.
Ultra-strong Receiver Front End
YAESU’s outstanding RF-stage filtering establishes a clean performance that allows the rest of the receiver to perform at a high level. By
reducing the ingress of energy from very strong sources like Shortwave Broadcast, local AM/FM/TV stations, and other signal sources,
the overall purity of the spectrum delivered to the RF Amplifier first mixer, and subsequent stages is maintained, and the system
Blocking Dynamic Range is also enhanced.
Compact Flash (CF) Card for Data Management
A Compact Flash card is supplied with every FT DX 9000MP, for preservation of transceiver configuration settings along with Log Book
archival data.
Professional-Grade Cannon (XLR) Microphone Connector
The FT DX 9000MP incorporates, for the first time ever in an Amateur Radio transceiver, a balanced-input “Cannon” (XLR) microphone
connector on the front panel, for use with studio-grade professional microphones. A round 8-pin microphone jack is also provided on the
rear panel.
Two High-precision Analog Meters (Page 27)
The FT DX 9000MP incorporates two large (3.4”/86 mm) high-precision analog meters, for the utmost accuracy in measuring transceiver
performance. Visibility is enhanced by the oversized meter scales, making the meters easy to read at all times.
Separated Clarifier Display (Pages 47, 97)
A clearly-separated display window within the main frequency display area contains receiver and/or transmitter frequency offset (“Clari-
fier”) data, for quick comprehension by the operator.
YAESU Custom-designed 32-Bit Floating Point IF DSP (Page 62)
The new IF DSP system, utilizing a TI TMS320C6711 device, is a high-speed 32-bit floating point circuit designed with a unique
objective: to do away with the “digital” sound of many DSP filtering systems, and emulate the “Analog Sound” so familiar and comfort-
able to HF DX and Contest operators. The result is a leading-edge receiver that has the “feel” of a traditional analog receiver, but with
the flexibility and superb filtering capability of a modern digital filtering system.