Yaesu VX-150 User manual

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TheVX-150 is an ultra compact FM hand-held providing up to five watts of RF power and
a wealth of new features for the 2m amateur band. The VX-150 accepts the same battery
packs, and has rubber gasket seals around all external controls and connectors keep out
dust and rain or spray, assuring years of reliable operation even in harsh environments.
Sixteen multi-function keys provide the ultimate in programmability of 199 freely tunable
memories and two VFOs. All memories store repeater shifts or separate tx/rx frequencies,
CTCSS (Continuous Tone Controlled Squelch System) tone frequencies and tone encode/
decode selections with one instant-recall call channel memory and two special purpose
memories for limited subband tuning/scanning. Busy channel band or selective memory
scanning is provided along with priority channel monitoring; 1 MHz up/down stepping;
ARS (automatic repeater shift) when tuned to repeater subbands, plus a top panel rotary
dial for memory and frequency selection. The keypad serves as a DTMF encoder during
transmission, and up to 9 DTMF memories can store 16 digits each for quick playback of
commonly used numbers.
The liquid crystal display shows seven frequency digits, memory selection, CTCSS tone
frequency while setting*, page-received status when paged by a CTCSS tone, and includes
a bargraph S/PO meter. Yaesu’s power saver system can be set by the operator for optimum
sampling/standby ratio, or can be turned off for packet operation. And our new APO (Au-
tomatic Power Off) system shuts off the transceiver to avoid dead batteries if you doze off
or are called away unexpectedly.
Operation under difficult conditions is simplified by a lamp button illuminating the display
and backlit translucent keypad, diatonically assigned function-dependent keypad beeps.
Please read this manual carefully to gain a clear understanding of the features of the VX-
150.*: Paging features require optional FVP-25.
Introduction

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Controls & Connectors
TOP PANEL
•ANTENNA Jack
This SMC jack accepts the supplied YHA-?? rub-
ber flex antenna, or any other antenna designed to
provide 50-ohm impedance on the 2m band.
‚VOL/OFF Control
This control adjusts the volume of the receiver. Turn
this control to the fully counterclockwise position
(into the click stop) to turn the transceiver OFF.
ƒDIAL Rotary Selector
This 20-position detented rotary switch tunes the
operating (or CTCSS tone) frequency or selects the memory channels, according to
which function is selected by the keys on the front panel. This knob duplicates some of
the functions of the up and down arrow keys for operating convenience.
„SQL Control
This control sets the threshold level at which received signals (or noise) open the noise
squelch. Set this control from counterclockwise just to the point where noise is si-
lenced (and the BUSY/TX indicator on the front panel is off) when the channel is
clear.
…BUSY/TX Indicator Lamp
This LED indicator glows green when the noise squelch is open during reception, and
red when transmitting.
†LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
The display shows the selected operating conditions as indicated in the following dia-
gram:
S- and TX Power Meter Auto Power OFF Active
LOCK Feature Active
LOW Power
Alt Key Active
Memory Number
or
VFO Selection
Tone Encoder/Squelch Enabled
Digital Coded Squelch
DTMF Memory Mode
Memory Skip
BELL
Priority Channel Scanning
Repeater Shift
Memory Mode
Frequency

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Controls & Connectors
SIDE PANELS
•PTT Button
Press and hold this (Push-to-Talk) button to transmit. The BUSY/TX indicator glows
red while transmitting.
‚Monitor (Burst) Button
In the USA version, this button opens the squelch momentarily without disturbing the
setting of the SQL control. In the European version, this button activates the 1750 Hz
Burst tone generator.
ƒLAMP Button
Press this button to illuminate the display and keypad when necessary.
…MIC/EAR Jack
This four-conductor miniature jack provides connection points for microphone audio,
earphone audio, PTT, and ground.
†EXT DC
This coaxial DC jack allows connection to an external DC power source (6.0-16V
DC).
The center pin of this jack is the Positive (+) line.

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FRONT PANELS
•Speaker
The internal speaker is located directly below the display.
‚Mic
The internal microphone is located at the bottom right-hand corner of the speaker.
ƒKeypad
These sixteen keys select the various operating features of the transceiver during re-
ception, and generate DTMF (Dual Tone Multi Frequency) tone pairs during transmis-
sion. One or two beeps will sound whenever one of the keys is pressed (if the beeper is
active). The labels on the faces of the keys indicate their primary functions, while the
labels above fifteen of the keys indicate alternate functions, which are activated by
pressing the [F/W]key first, and then another key within five seconds. When referring
to alternate key functions in this manual, we show the alternate key label followed by
the primary label in parentheses ( ). Primary key functions are referred to by the labels
on the keyfaces.
Remember to press the[F/W]key first (momentarily, unless otherwise indicated) when
you want to use an alternate key function. All key functions are described in the “Op-
eration” section, and summarized on the “VX-150 Operator’s Quick Reference Card.”
Controls & Connectors

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ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED WITH THE VX-150
FNB-V57 7.2 V, 1100 mAh Ni-Cd Battery Pack
FC-72A/B/C/F/U Battery Chareger
Belt Clip
Hand Strap
Antenna
Operating Manual
Warranty Card
AVAILABLE OPTIONS FOR YOUR VX-150
FNB-V57 7.2 V, 1100 mAh Ni-Cd Battery Pack
FNB-62 7.2 V, 700 mAh Ni-Cd Battery Pack
FBA-25 Compact Dry Cell Battery Case for 6 AA-size cells
NC-72A 117 VAC Compact Wall Charger for FNB-14
NC-72B 220-234 VAC Compact Wall Charger for FNB-14
NC-72C 117 VAC Compact Wall Charger for FNB
NC-72U 220-234 VAC Compact Wall Charger for FNB
NC-73 Desktop Quick Charger
MH-34B4B External Hand Speaker/Microphone
MH-37A4B Earpiece/Microphone
VC-25 VOX Headset
E-DC-5B DC Cable w/Noise Filter
E-DC-6 DC Cable; plug and wire only
CSC-73 Soft Case
CN-3 BNC-to-SMA Adapter
CT-44 Microphone Adapter
YHA-?? Rubber flex antenna
Availability of accessories may vary: some accessories are supplied as standard per local
regulations and requirements, others may be unavailable in some regions. Check with your
Yaesu dealer for additions to the above list.
Accessories & Options