Yaesu FTDX5000 CAT BOOK User manual

HF/50 MH Z T RANSCEIVER
FTDX5000 S ERIES
O PERATING M ANUAL
VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD.
4-8-8 Nakameguro, Meguro-Ku, Tokyo 153-8644, Japan
VERTEX STANDARD
US Headquarters
10900 Walker Street, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A.
YAESU UK LTD.
Unit 12, Sun Valley Business Park, Winnall Close
Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 0LB, U.K.
VERTEX STANDARD HK LTD.
Unit 5, 20/F., Seaview Centre, 139-141 Hoi Bun Road,
Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong
VERTEX STANDARD (AUSTRALIA)PTY., LTD.
Normanby Business Park, Unit 14/45 Normanby Road
Notting Hill 3168, Victoria, Australia

ABOUT THIS MANUAL . . .
The FTDX5000 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 FTDX5000, 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 FTDX5000, be sure to read and follow the instructions in the “Before You Begin” section of this manual.

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the FTDX5000 Yaesu
amateur transceiver!
Whether this is your first rig, or Yaesu equipment is already
the backbone of your station, rest assured this transceiver
will provide many hours of operating pleasure for years to
come.
The FTDX5000 is an elite-class HF transceiver and will pro-
vide exceptional transmit and receive performance. The
FTDX5000 is designed for the most competitive operating
situations, whether you operate in contests, DX, or digital-
mode environments.
Built on the foundation of the popular FTDX9000 transceiver,
and carrying on the proud tradition of the FT-1000 series,
the FTDX5000 provides up to 200 Watts of power output on
SSB, CW, and FM (50 Watts AM carrier). Digital Signal Pro-
cessing (DSP) is utilized throughout the design, providing
leading edge performance on both transmit and receive.
Available as an option, the DMU-2000 Data Management
Unit will provide extensive display capabilities via a user-
supplied computer monitor: Band Scope, Audio Scope, X-Y
Oscilloscope, World Clock, Rotator Control, extensive trans-
ceiver status displays, and station logging capability.
The Yaesu-exclusive VRF (Variable RF Front-End Filter)
provides exceptional protection from strong nearby signals,
and serves as a high-performance Preselector, ideal for multi-
operator contest environments. The filter is manually tuned,
allowing the operator to optimize sensitivity or signal rejec-
tion with the turn of a knob. For the ultimate in receiver RF
selectivity, the optional RF μ-Tuning Kits may be connected
via the rear panel, providing extraordinarily sharp selectivity
and receiver protection from close-in interference on a
crowded band.
Superb receiver performance is a direct legacy from the leg-
endary FTDX9000, FT-1000D, and FT-1000MP transceiv-
ers. In the VFO-A receive front end, you may select one of
two RF preamplifiers, or one of two IPO (Intercept Point
Optimization) settings, and/or three levels of RF attenuation
in 6-dB steps. The IPO settings provide direct feed to the
first mixer (VFO-B has one IPO setting), Dual Receives are
built into every FTDX5000. Both VFO-A and VFO-B receiv-
ers utilizes DSP filtering, and incorporate many of the fea-
tures of the FTDX9000, such as Variable Bandwidth, IF Shift,
and Passband Contour tuning. Digital Noise Reduction and
Digital Auto-Notch Filtering are also provided, along with a
manually-tuned IF Notch filter. The Sub receiver, used for
monitoring within the same band as the Main receiver, is
ideal for watching both sides of a pile-up, or keeping an ear
on a DX station that is working stations by call area, etc.
On the transmit side, the Yaesu-exclusive Three-Band Para-
metric Microphone Equalizer allows precise and flexible
adjustment of the wave-form to complement your voice. The
microphone Amplitude, Center Frequency, and Bandwidth
may be adjusted independently for the low-frequency, mid-
range, and high-audio-frequency spectra. The transmitted
bandwidth may be adjusted, as well.
Advanced features include: Direct Keyboard Entry of fre-
quency and Band Change, Speech Processor, IF Monitor for
Voice modes, CW Pitch control, CW Spot switch, Full CW
QSK, adjustable IF Noise Blanker, and all-mode Squelch.
Four TX/ RX antenna ports, plus a receive-only antenna port,
are provided on the rear panel. The front and rear key jacks
may be configured independently, for paddle input, connec-
tion to a straight key, or computer-driven keying interface.
Both Digital Voice Recording and CW Message Memory are
provided.
Three unique windows on the right side of the front panel,
display the VFO-B frequency and graphically show the VFO-
A and VFO-B DSP settings. In Menu Mode operation, these
windows display the menu values, for easy setting.
Set up of frequency, band and mode is especially convenient
on the FTDX5000. Besides direct frequency entry for both
the Main and Sub VFOs, separate keys are provided for band
selection. Each band key accesses three independent VFO
frequency/mode/filter settings per band. You can establish
separate VFO settings for three different parts of each band.
The two (Main and Sub) VFOs allow simultaneous recep-
tion and display of two different frequencies, even in differ-
ent modes and with different IF bandwidths. The Dual Re-
ceiver audio can be combined, or partially mixed in each head-
phone, or monitored separately in each ear.
In addition, 99 memories are provided to store: frequency, IF
filter selection, clarifier 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 automatic antenna tuner includes 100 memories
of its own, to automatically store antenna matching settings
for quick recall later.
Dedicated AFSK and FSK connection jacks on the rear panel
provide simple Interfacing for digital modes. Optimization
of the Passband filters, DSP settings, carrier insertion point,
and display offset are all possible via the Menu program-
ming system.
The Yaesu CAT system provides a direct link to the trans-
ceiver CPU for computer control and customization of tun-
ing, scanning, and other operating functions. The FTDX5000
includes a built-in data level converter for direct connection
to a personal computer serial port. Yaesu products are sup-
ported by most of the leading contest and DX logging pro-
grams. The extensive programming protocol is described in
the CAT System, if you wish to write your own software!
Advanced technology is only part of the FTDX5000 story.
Vertex Standard stands behind our products with a world-
wide network of dealers and service centers. We greatly ap-
preciate your investment in the FTDX5000, and we look for-
ward to helping you get the most enjoyment from your new
transceiver.
Please feel free to contact your nearest dealer, or one of Ver-
tex Standard's national headquarters offices, for technical
advice, interfacing assistance, or accessory recommendation.
Watch the Vertex Standard U.S.A. Home Page for late break-
ing information about Vertex, Standard Horizon, and Yaesu
products: http://www.vertexstandard.com.
Please read this manual thoroughly, to gain maximum under-
standing of the full capability of the FTDX5000. 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 ..................................................... 4
Before You Begin ......................................................... 6
Connecting AC Power .............................................. 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 Amplifier Interconnections .......... 13
Interfacing to Other Linear Amplifiers ................... 14
Plug/Connector Pinout Diagrams ............................ 15
Front Panel Controls & Switches ............................. 16
Display Indications .................................................... 30
Rear Panel .................................................................. 33
FH-2 Switches ............................................................ 36
Basic Operation: Receiving on Amateur Bands ...... 37
CLAR (Clarifier) Operation on Main (VFO-A) ..... 40
LOCK ..................................................................... 41
DIM ........................................................................ 41
Operation on 60-Meter (5 MHz) Band
(U.S. version only) ................................................. 41
Convenience Features ................................................ 42
Dual Receive .......................................................... 42
Using Headphones for Dual Receive ............... 43
Sideband Diversity Reception .......................... 43
Bandwidth Diversity Reception ....................... 44
P.BACK (Audio Playback) from
Main (VFO-A) Receiver ........................................ 45
“MY Bands” Operation .......................................... 46
Band Stack Operation ............................................ 47
C.S (Custom Switch) .............................................. 47
Rotator Control Functions ...................................... 48
More Frequency Navigation Techniques ............... 49
Keyboard Frequency Entry .............................. 49
Using the [S(UP)]/[T(DOWN)] Buttons ....... 49
Using the UP/DOWN switches of
the supplied MH-31B8 Hand Microphone ........ 49
Using the [W]/[X]/[S]/[T]switches of
the supplied FH-2 Remote Control Keypad ..... 49
Receiver Operation (Front End Block Diagram) ... 50
IPO (Intercept Point Optimization) ........................ 51
ATT ........................................................................ 52
RF Gain (SSB/CW/AM Modes) ............................ 53
Advanced Interference-Suppression Features:
RF Front End ............................................................. 54
Using the VRF (Variable RF Front-end Filter) ...... 54
Interference Rejection
(Signals Off Frequency by Just a Few kHz) ............ 56
R.FLT (Roofing Filters) ......................................... 56
Interference Rejection (Signals within 3 kHz) ........ 58
CONTOUR Control Operation .............................. 58
IF SHIFT Operation ............................................... 60
WIDTH (IF DSP Bandwidth) Tuning .................... 61
Using IF Shift and Width Together ........................ 62
IF Notch Filter Operation....................................... 63
Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) Operation ............ 64
Digital Notch Filter (DNF) Operation ................... 64
NARROW (NAR) One-Touch IF Filter Selection . 65
IF Noise Blanker (NB) Operation .......................... 66
Tools for Comfortable and Effective Reception ...... 67
AGC (Automatic Gain Control) ............................. 67
SLOPED AGC Operation ................................. 68
Mute Feature (VFO-A Band) ................................. 69
Adjustable Receiver Audio Filter ........................... 69
SSB/AM Mode Transmission .................................... 70
Using the Automatic Antenna Tuner ........................ 72
ATU Operation ....................................................... 72
About ATU Operation ............................................ 73
Enhancing Transmit Signal Quality ......................... 74
Parametric Microphone Equalizer ......................... 74
Using the Speech Processor ................................... 76
Adjusting the SSB Transmitted Bandwidth ........... 77
Low- Distortion CLASS-A Operation .................... 78
Transmitter Convenience Features .......................... 80
Voice Memory ........................................................ 80
VOX (Automatic TX/RX Switching using Voice Control) ............. 81
MONITOR ............................................................. 81
Split Operation Using the TX Clarifier .................. 82
Split-Frequency Operation ..................................... 83
VFO Tracking Feature ...................................... 83
Quick Split Operation ....................................... 84

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CW Mode Operation ................................................. 86
Setup for Straight Key
(and Straight Key emulation) Operation ................ 86
Using the Built-in Electronic Keyer ....................... 88
Full Break-in (QSK) Operation ........................ 89
Setting the Keyer Weight
(Dot/Space:Dash)Ratio .................................... 90
Selecting the Keyer Operating Mode ............... 90
CW Convenience Features ........................................ 91
CW Spotting (Zero-Beating) .................................. 91
Using CW Reverse ................................................. 92
Audio Peak Filter ................................................... 92
CW Delay Time Setting ......................................... 93
CW Pitch Adjustment ............................................. 93
Contest Memory Keyer .......................................... 94
Message Memory ............................................. 94
Transmitting in the Beacon Mode .............. 95
TEXT Memory ................................................. 96
Contest Number Programming ................... 97
Decrementing the Contest Number ............. 97
FM Mode Operation ................................................. 98
Basic Operation ...................................................... 98
Repeater Operation ................................................ 99
Memory Operation .................................................. 100
Convenient Memory functions ............................. 100
QMB (Quick Memory Bank) ............................... 101
Regular Memory Operation ................................. 102
Memory Storage ............................................. 102
Memory Channel Recall ................................. 102
Checking a Memory Channel’s Status ............ 103
Erasing Memory Channel Data ...................... 103
Moving Memory Data to the VFO-A ............. 104
Memory Tune Operation ................................ 104
Memory Groups ................................................... 105
Memory Group Assignment ........................... 105
Choosing the Desired Memory Group ........... 105
Operation on Alaska Emergency Frequency:
5167.5 kHz (U.S. Version Only) .............................. 106
VFO and Memory Scanning ................................... 107
VFO Scanning ...................................................... 107
Memory Scan ....................................................... 108
PMS ........................................................................... 109
Packet Operation ..................................................... 110
Packet Setup (Including Subcarrier Frequency) .. 110
Basic Setup .......................................................... 110
RTTY (Radio Teletype) Operation ......................... 111
Setting Up for RTTY Operation ........................... 111
Basic Setup .......................................................... 111
Miscellaneous AFSK-Based Data Modes .............. 112
About the Transverter Output Terminal ............... 114
Setup .................................................................... 114
Operation ............................................................. 115
Menu Mode .............................................................. 116
Using the Menu .................................................... 116
Menu Mode Reset ................................................ 116
AGC Group .......................................................... 121
DISPLAY Group .................................................. 121
DVS Group .......................................................... 122
KEYER Group ..................................................... 123
GENERAL Group ................................................ 124
MODE-AM Group ............................................... 125
MODE-CW Group ............................................... 126
MODE-DAT Group ............................................. 127
MODE-FM Group ............................................... 128
MODE-RTY Group.............................................. 128
MODE-SSB Group .............................................. 129
RX AUDIO Group ............................................... 130
RX GNRL Group ................................................. 130
RX DSP Group .................................................... 131
SCOPE Group ...................................................... 132
TUNING Group ................................................... 133
TX AUDIO Group ............................................... 134
TX GNRL Group ................................................. 136
Specifications ............................................................ 138
Installation of the Optional Roofing Filter ............ 140
Index ......................................................................... 142

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ACCESSORIES & OPTIONS
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
Hand Microphone (MH-31B8)1 pc A07890001
Remote Control Keypad (FH-2)1 pc A07890001
AC Power Cord 1 pc T9017882: USA
T9013285: Europe
T9013283A: Australia
4-pin DIN Plug 1 pc P0091004
5-pin DIN Plug 1 pc P0091006
1/4-inch 3-contact Plug 1 pcs P0091513
3.5 mm 3-contact Plug 1 pcs P0091046
3.5 mm 2-contact Plug 1 pcs P0090034
RCA Plug 2 pcs P0091365
Operating Manual 1 pc
Warranty Card 1 pc
SM-5000 Station Monitor 1 pc (FTDX5000MP and FTDX5000D version only)
AVAILABLE OPTIONS
MD-200A8X Ultra-High-Fidelity Desk-Top Microphone
YH-77STA Lightweight Stereo Headphone
SM-5000 Station Monitor (It is attached with FTDX5000MP and FTDX5000D)
SP-2000 External Speaker with Audio Filter
VL-1000/VP-1000 Linear Amplifier/AC Power Supply
DMU-2000 Data Management Unit
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
FH-2 Remote Control Keypad
XF-126CN CW Narrow Filter (C/F: 9 MHz, B/W: 300 Hz) (It is installed with FTDX5000MP)
T9101556 Antenna Rotator Connection Cable

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NOTE

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CONNECTING AC POWER
The FTDX5000 is equipped with a universal power sup-
ply supporting 100 V to 264 V AC.
Therefore, the FTDX5000 will operate on a voltage range
from 100V to 264 V without changing a voltage select
switch. Just use the power plug that matches your wall
outlet.
ADJUSTING THE MAIN TUNING DIAL TORQUE
The torque (drag) of the Main Tuning Dial knob may be
adjusted according to your preferences. Simply hold down
the rear skirt of the knob, and while holding it in place
rotate the knob itself to the right to reduce the drag or to
the left to increase the drag.
EXTENDING THE FRONT FEET
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
c
d
c
d
In order to elevate the front panel for easy viewing, the
front left and right feet of the bottom case may be extended.
cPull the front legs outward from the bottom panel.
dRotate 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.
Retracting the Front Feet
cRotate the legs clockwise, and push them inward while
rotating to the right.
dThe front feet should now be locked in the retracted
position.
TIGHTEN LOOSE
Hold the Skirt

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RESETTING THE MICROPROCESSOR
RESETTING MEMORIES (ONLY)
Use this procedure to reset (clear out) the previously stored
Memory channels, without affecting any configuration
changes you may have made to the Menu settings.
1. Press the front panel [POWER]switch to turn the trans-
ceiver off.
2. Press and hold in the [A
XX
XX
X
M]button; while holding it
in, press and hold in the front panel [POWER]switch
to turn the transceiver on. Once the transceiver comes
on, 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 trans-
ceiver off.
2. Press and hold in the [MENU]button; while holding it
in, press and hold in the front panel [POWER]switch
to turn the transceiver on. Once the transceiver comes
on, 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 out by this procedure.
1. Press the front panel [POWER]switch to turn the trans-
ceiver off.
2. Press and hold in the [FAST]and [LOCK]buttons;
while holding them in, press and hold in the front panel
[POWER]switch to turn the transceiver on. Once the
transceiver comes on, release the switches.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
[POWER]Switch [A X
M]Button
[POWER]Switch [MENU]Button
[POWER]Switch [FAST] / [LOCK]Button

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ANTENNA CONSIDERATIONS
The FTDX5000 is designed for use with any antenna system providing a 50 Ohm resistive impedance at the desired operat-
ing frequency. While minor excursions from the 50-Ohm specification are of no consequence, if the Standing Wave Ratio
(SWR) present at the Antenna jack is greater than 3:1, the Antenna Tuner may not be able to reduce the impedance mis-
match to an acceptable value.
It is very important, therefore, to ensure that the impedance of the antenna system utilized with the FTDX5000 be as close
as possible to the specified 50-Ohm value.
Note that the “G5RV” type antenna does not provide a 50-Ohm impedance on all HF Amateur bands, and an external wide
range antenna coupler must be used with this antenna type.
Any antenna to be used with the FTDX5000 must, ultimately, be fed 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 RX ANT jack; if your receive-only
antennas do not have an impedance near 50 Ohms at the operating frequency, you may need to install an external antenna
tuner to obtain optimum performance.
ABOUT COAXIAL CABLE
Use high-quality 50-Ohm coaxial cable for the lead-in to your FTDX5000 transceiver. All efforts at providing an efficient
antenna system will be wasted if poor quality, lossy coaxial cable is used. This transceiver utilizes standard “M” (“PL-259”)
type connectors, except for the “RX OUT” BNC connector.
INSTALLATION AND INTERCONNECTIONS
1/16''
3/4''
1 1/8''
3/4''
Adapter
1/8''
5/8''3/8''
TYPICAL PL-259 INSTALLATION

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INSTALLATION AND INTERCONNECTIONS
GROUNDING
The FTDX5000 transceiver, like any other HF communications apparatus, requires an effective ground system for maxi-
mum electrical safety and best communications effectiveness. A good ground system can contribute to station efficiency in
a number of ways:
It can minimize the possibility of electrical shock to the operator.
It can minimize RF currents flowing on the shield of the coaxial cable and the chassis of the transceiver; such currents
may lead to radiation which can cause interference to home entertainment devices or laboratory test equipment.
It can minimize the possibility of erratic transceiver/accessory operation caused by RF feedback and/or improper cur-
rent flow through logic devices.
An effective earth ground system may take several forms; for a more complete discussion, see an appropriate RF engineer-
ing text. The information below is intended only as a guideline.
Typically, the ground connection consists of one or more copper-clad steel rods, driven into the ground. If multiple ground
rods are used, they should be positioned in a “V” configuration, and bonded together at the apex of the “V” which is nearest
the station location. Use a heavy, braided cable (such as the discarded shield from type RG-213 coaxial cable) and strong
cable clamps to secure the braided cable(s) to the ground rods. Be sure to weatherproof the connections to ensure many
years of reliable service. Use the same type of heavy, braided cable for the connections to the station ground bus (described
below).
Inside the station, a common ground bus consisting of a copper pipe of at least 25 mm (1”) diameter should be used. An
alternative station ground bus may consist of a wide copper plate (single-sided circuit board material is ideal) secured to the
bottom of the operating desk. Grounding connections from individual devices such as transceivers, power supplies, and
data communications devices (TNCs, etc.) should be made directly to the ground bus using a heavy, braided cable.
Do not make ground connections from one electrical device to another, and thence to the ground bus. This so-called “Daisy-
Chain” grounding technique may nullify any attempt at effective radio frequency grounding. See the drawing below for
examples of proper grounding techniques.
Inspect the ground system inside and outside of the station, on a regular basis to ensure maximum performance and safety.
Besides following the above guidelines carefully, note that household or industrial gas lines must never be used in an
attempt to establish an electrical ground. Cold water pipes may, in some instances, help in the grounding effort, but gas lines
represent a significant explosion hazard, and must never be used.
PROPER GROUND CONNECTION
Linear
Amplifier
TNC
Transceiver
"Daisy Chain"
Linear
Amplifier
TNC
Transceiver
IMPROPER GROUND CONNECTION

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CONNECTION OF ANTENNA AND POWER CABLES
Follow the below illustration and advice regarding the proper connection of antenna coaxial cables, ground cable, and the
AC power cable.
ADVICE:
Do not place the transceiver in a location with direct exposure to sunshine.
Do not place the transceiver in a location exposed to dust and/or high humidity.
Ensure adequate ventilation around the transceiver, to prevent heat build-up and possible reduction of performance due
to high heat.
Do not install the transceiver in a mechanically-unstable location, or where objects may fall onto this product from
above.
To minimize the possibility of interference to home entertainment devices, take all precautionary steps including sepa-
ration of TV/FM antennas from Amateur transmitting antennas to the greatest extent possible. Keep transmitting coaxial
cables separated from cables connected to home entertainment devices.
Ensure that the AC power cord is not subject to undue stress or bending, which could damage the cable or cause it to be
accidentally unplugged from the rear panel AC input jack.
Be absolutely certain to install your transmitting antenna(s) such that they cannot possibly come in contact with TV/FM
radio or other antennas, nor with outside power or telephone lines.
Use a short, thick, braided cable
to connect your station equipment
to the buried ground rod (or alter-
native earth ground system).
INSTALLATION AND INTERCONNECTIONS
ANTENNA"1”
ANTENNA"2”

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CONNECTION OF MICROPHONE AND HEADPHONE
INSTALLATION AND INTERCONNECTIONS

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KEY, KEYER, AND COMPUTER-DRIVEN KEYING INTERCONNECTIONS
The FTDX5000 includes a host of features for the CW operator. These functions will be detailed in the “Operation” section
later. An Electronic Keyer is built-in, and two key jacks are provided, one on the front and one on the rear panel, for
convenient connection to keying devices.
The Menu system allows you to configure the front and rear panel KEY jacks according to the device you wish to connect.
For example, you may connect your keyer paddle to the front panel KEY jack, and use Menu item “054 A1A F-TYPE” for
paddle input, while connecting the rear panel KEY jack to the keying line from your personal computer (which emulates a
“straight key” for connection purposes), and configure the rear panel jack using Menu item “056 A1A R-TYPE”.
Both KEY jacks on the FTDX5000 utilize “Positive” keying voltage. Key-up voltage is approximately +5V DC, and key-
down current is approximately 1 mA. When connecting a key or other device to the KEY jacks, use only a 3-pin (“stereo”)
1/4” phone plug; a 2-pin plug will place a short between the ring and (grounded) shaft of the plug, resulting in a constant
“key-down” condition in some circumstances.
INSTALLATION AND INTERCONNECTIONS

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ANT 1
ANT 2
ANT 3
ANT 4
REMOTE
ON
OFF
BAND DATA 1
BAND DATA 2
GND
ALC 2
ALC 1
PTT 2
PTT 1 INPUT1
INPUT2
CONTROL
DC4 8V IN
ANT
~ACIN
ANT1
ANT2
ANT3
INPUT
BANDDATA
BAND-DATA1
GND
DC48VIN
CONTROL
BAND DATA Cable VL-1000
(Supplied with )
VP-1000
¾
VP-1000
¾
TXREQ
EXTALC
BAND-DATA2
ALC1
ALC Cable (Supplied with VL-1000)
CONTROL Cable (Supplied with VL-1000)
ANTENNA Cable To A NT E N NA
VL-1000 LINEAR AMPLIFIER INTERCONNECTIONS
Be sure both the FTDX5000 and VL-1000 are turned off, then follow the installation recommendations contained in the
illustration.
NOTE:
Refer to the VL-1000 Operating Manual for details regarding amplifier operation.
Do not attempt to connect or disconnect coaxial cables when your hands are wet.
INSTALLATION AND INTERCONNECTIONS
About the CONTROL Cable
The VL-1000 may be operated with the
FTDX5000 whether or not the CONTROL Cable
is connected; however, the CONTROL Cable
allows you to tune up the amplifier automatically
by just pressing the [F SET] or [TUNE] key on
the VL-1000, to transmit a carrier for tuning pur-
poses.
To link the FTDX5000 and VL-1000 Power
switches, set the VL-1000 REMOTE switch to
the “ON” position.

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INSTALLATION AND INTERCONNECTIONS
INTERFACING TO OTHER LINEAR AMPLIFIERS
NOTE
The TX/RX switching in the linear amplifier is con-
trolled by switching components in the transceiver. The
relay circuit of the FTDX5000 used for this switching
is capable of switching AC voltage of 100 Volts at up
to 300 mA, or DC voltages of 60 V at 200 mA or 30 V
at up to 1 Amp. To activate the amplifier switching
relay, set Menu item “172 TGEN ETX-GND” to “EN-EN-
EN-EN-
EN-
ABLEABLE
ABLEABLE
ABLE”.
The specified range for ALC voltage to be used with
the FTDX5000 is 0 to –4 Volts DC.
Amplifier systems utilizing different ALC voltages will
not work correctly with the FTDX5000, and their ALC
lines must not be connected if this is the case.
GND GNDRELAY ALC
ACFUSEGND
RF INRF OUT
ANT1
~ACIN
ANT1
ANT2
INPUT1
TXGND
GND
GND
EXTALC
ANTENNA Cable
50MHzAntenna
HFAntenna

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PLUG /CONNECTOR PINOUT DIAGRAMS
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The μ-TUNE and DMU use special connectors for this transceiver. Do not connect any accessory or other device not
specifically approved by Vertex Standard. Failure to observe this precaution may cause damage not covered by the Limited
Warranty on this apparatus.
Do not use
2-conductor type plug
UP
+5V
DOWN
FAST
GND
PTT
MIC GND
MIC
+13V
TX GND
GND
BAND DATA A
BAND DATA B
BAND DATA C
BAND DATA D
TX INH
RTTYBAND DATA
AF OUT
RCA PLUG
KEY
MIC CAT
SIGNAL or ()
+
GND or (-- )-
DATA IN
GND
PACKET PTT
DATA OUT
BUSY
SHIFT
RX OUT
PTT
GND
EXT SPKR
ROTATOR
PAC K ET
V-AF
PHONE REMOTE
N/A
SERIAL OUT
SERIAL IN
N/A
GND
N/A
RTS
CTS
NC
CW ROTATION
SPEED
DIRECTION
GND
NC
CCW ROTATION
(as viewed from front panel)
(as viewed from rear panel)
DOT DASH COMMON
For Internal Keyer
KEY GND
For Straight Key
(as viewed from rear panel)
(as viewed from rear panel)
(as viewed from rear panel)
(as viewed from rear panel)
VFO-B AUDIO
VFO-A AUDIO GND
VFO-B AUDIO
VFO-A AUDIO GND
VFO-B AUDIO
VFO-A AUDIO GND
GND
SIGNAL
GND
SIGNAL

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[POWER]Switch
Press this switch in for two seconds to turn the trans-
ceiver on. Alternately, press this switch for two sec-
onds to turn the transceiver off. If the rear panel [MAIN
POWER]switch is set to the “O” (OFF) position, the
front panel [POWER]switch will not function.
ADVICE:
If you press this switch briefly while the transceiver
is turned on, the transceiver audio will be muted
for three seconds.
This is the actual power On/Off switch for turning
the transceiver on. In the MP version, when the rear
panel [MAIN POWER]switch is set to the “I”
(ON) position, power is supplied to the OCXO to
stabilize the reference oscillator. The remainder of
the transceiver is set in a “stand-by” mode. For fur-
ther information on the rear panel [MAIN POWER]
switch, please see the discussion on page 35.
CAT Indicator
This LED indicator will flash red when serial CAT com-
mand signals are being exchanged.
ADVICE:
You may disable the LED CAT command signal flash-
ing function, via Menu item “035 GENE CAT IND.”
See page 124 for details.
PHONES Jack
A 1/4-inch, 3-contact jack accepts either monaural or
stereo headphones with 2- or 3-contact plugs. When a
plug is inserted, the loudspeaker is disabled. With ste-
reo headphones such as the optional YH-77STA, you
can monitor both VFO-A and VFO-B receiver chan-
nels at the same time during Dual Receive operation.
NOTE:
When wearing headphones, we recommend that you
turn the AF Gain levels down to their lowest settings
before turning power on, to minimize the impact of any
audio “pops” on your hearing during switch-on.
KEY Jack
This 1/4-inch, 3-contact jack accepts a CW key or keyer
paddles (for the built-in electronic keyer), or output
from an external electronic keyer. Pinout is shown on
page 15. Key up voltage is 5 V, and key down current
is 1 mA. This jack may be configured for keyer, “Bug,”
“straight key,” or computer interface keying operation
via Menu item “057 A1A F-TYPE” (see page 126).
There is another KEY jack on the rear panel, and it
may be configured independently for Internal Keyer
or pseudo-straight-key operation.
NOTE:
You cannot use a 2-contact plug in this jack (to do so
produces a constant “key down” condition).
Microphone Connector
This 8-pin jack accepts input from a microphone uti-
lizing a traditional YAESU HF-transceiver pinout.
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[DIM]Switch
Press this button to lower the illumination intensity of
the analog meter and the frequency display. Press it
once more to restore full brightness.
ADVICE:
The following Menu items allow you to configure the
dimming levels of each display independently to cus-
tomize the brightness levels.
008 DISP DIM MTR: for analog meter
009 DISP DIM VFD: for frequency display
010 DISP DIM OLE:SUB DISPLAY windows
011 DISP DIM ELCD: for Spectrum Scope display
of the optional SM-5000 Sta-
tion Monitor
[MOX]Switch
Pressing this button engages the PTT (Push to Talk)
circuit, to activate the transmitter. The LED inside the
button will glow red during transmit. It must be turned
off (the red LED will be off) for reception. This button
replicates the action of the Push to Talk (PTT) switch
on the microphone. When engaging the [MOX]button
or otherwise starting a transmission, be certain you have
either an antenna or 50-Ohm dummy load connected
to the selected Antenna jack.
[VOX]Switch
This button enables automatic voice-actuated transmit-
ter switching in the SSB, AM, and FM modes. While
activated, the LED inside the button glows red. Proper
adjustment of the front panel [VOX]and [DELAY]
knobs will make hands-free voice-actuated operation
possible.
[TUNE]Switch
This is the on/off switch for the FTDX5000’s Auto-
matic Antenna Tuner.
Pressing this button briefly, places the antenna tuner in
line between the transmitter final amplifier and the an-
tenna jack (The “ ” icon will appear in the dis-
play). Reception is not affected.
Pressing this button for 1/2 second, while receiving in
an amateur band, activates the transmitter for a few
seconds while the automatic antenna tuner rematches
the antenna system impedance for minimum SWR. The
resulting setting is automatically stored in one of the
antenna tuner’s 100 memories, for instant automatic
recall later when the receiver is tuned near the same
frequency.
Pressing this button briefly, while the Tuner is engaged,
will take the Automatic Antenna tuner out of the trans-
mit line.
NOTE:
A signal is being transmitted while the tuner is match-
ing the antenna impedance. Therefore, be certain there
is a dummy load or antenna connected to the selected
antenna jack before initiating the tuning sequence.
[MONI](Monitor)Switch
This button enables the transmit monitor in all modes.
While activated, the “ ” icon appears in the dis-
play. Use the [MONI]knob to adjust the Monitor level.
ADVICE:
The Monitor is highly useful for making adjustments
to the Parametric Equalizer, or other voice character-
istic adjustments, while listening with headphones. The
voice quality heard in the headphones is a “natural”
reproduction of the transmitted audio.
[PROC](Processor)Switch
This button enables the Speech Processor for SSB
transmission. While activated, the “ ” icon appears
in the display. Adjustment of the Processor level is ac-
complished using the [PROC]knob.
ADVICE:
The Speech Processor uses a compression technique
to increase the average power output. However, if
the [PROC]knob is advanced too far, the increase
in compression becomes counter-productive, and
intelligibility will suffer. We recommend that you
monitor the sound of your signal using the Monitor
(with headphones).
When the optional DMU-2000 Data Management
Unit is connected, you may use the Audio Scope/
Oscilloscope function to help you adjust the set-
ting of the Speech Processor compression level for
optimum performance with your voice and micro-
phone.
[RX ANT]Switch
Press this button to use an antenna connected to the
RX ANT jack on the rear panel for receive.
The “RX” icon appears in the display when the RX
ANT is used.
[ANT 1-4]Switch
Move this knob up or down to conveniently select one
of the four antenna jacks on the rear panel. The se-
lected antenna jack is indicated in the ANT column of
the Block Diagram Display.
ADVICE:
Press this knob in briefly to quickly select the ANT 1
jack.
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS & SWITCHES
A
NTENNA SWITCH
(VFO-A)
ANTENNA SWITCH
(VFO-B)RX ANTENNA SWITCH
(VFO-B)
RX ANTENNA SWITCH
(VFO-A)
TX/RX RELAY Transmitter
Section
VFO-A
Receiver
VFO-B
Receiver
BPF
ANT “1”
ANT “3”
ANT “2”
ANT “4”
RX ANT
RX OUT
Divider
SEPARATE
SEPARATE

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FRONT PANEL CONTROLS & SWITCHES
[ATT]Switch
Move this knob up or down to select the degree of
Attenuation to be applied to the receiver input.
Available selections are “–6 dB”, “–12 dB”, “–18 dB”,
or “OFF”. The selected attenuation level appears in
the ATT column of the Block Diagram Display.
ADVICE:
Press this knob in briefly, to quickly turn the at-
tenuation level off.
The Attenuator may be used in conjunction with
the [IPO]switch to provide additional gain reduc-
tion when an extremely strong signal is being re-
ceived.
[IPO] (I
NTERCEPT P OINT O PTIMIZATION
)
Switch
Move this knob up or down to select the optimum front
end characteristics of the receiver circuit. Available
selections are “AMP 1”, “AMP 2”, “IPO 1”, or “IPO
2”.
Normally, IPO is set to “AMP1”. If you want to in-
crease the sensitivity, use “AMP2”. When set to
“IPO1”, the IPO performance of the receivers is im-
proved. When set to “IPO2”, the RF preamplifier is
bypassed, yielding direct feed to the first mixer. As a
result, the IPO is improved more.
ADVICE:
Press this knob in briefly to quickly select the
“AMP1” IPO setting.
“IPO 2” can not be selected for VFO-B.
[R.FLT]Switch
Move this knob up or down to select the bandwidth of
the first IF Roofing Filter. Available selections are “300
Hz”, “600 Hz”, “3 kHz”, “6 kHz”, “15 kHz”, or
“AUTO” (“300 Hz” and “600 Hz” are available only
in VFO-A. The “300 Hz” filter is optional, except in
the MP version). The selected bandwidth appears in
the R.FLT column of the Block Diagram Display.
ADVICE:
Press this knob in briefly to quickly select “AUTO”.
Because the roofing filter is in the first IF, the pro-
tection it provides against interference is quite sig-
nificant. When set to “AUTO”, the SSB bandwidth
is 6 kHz, CW is 3 kHz, and FM/RTTY are 15 kHz.
However, on a crowded SSB band, you may wish
to select the 3 kHz filter, for the maximum possible
interference rejection.