Yaesu VXA-120 User manual

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VXA-120 Alignment
Introduction
The VXA-120 is carefully aligned at the factory for the specified performance across the Aircraft
and Weather bands. Realignment should therefore not be necessary except in the event of a
component failure.
The following procedures cover the adjustments that are not normally required once the transceiver
has left the factory. However, if damage occurs and some parts subsequently are replaced,
realignment may be required. If a sudden problem occurs during normal operation, it is likely due
to component failure; realignment should not be done until after the faulty component has been
replaced.
We recommend that servicing be performed only by authorized Yaesu service technicians who are
experienced with the circuitry and fully equipped for repair and alignment. If a fault is suspected,
contact the dealer from whom the transceiver was purchased for instructions regarding repair.
Under no circumstances should any alignment be attempted unless the normal function and
operation of the transceiver are clearly understood, the cause of the malfunction has been clearly
pinpointed and any faulty components replaced, and realignment determined to be absolutely
necessary. Problems caused by unauthorized attempts at realignment are not covered by the
warranty policy
Yaesu reserves the right to change circuits and alignment procedures, in the interest of improved
performance, without notifying owners.
The following test equipment (and familiarity with its use) is necessary for complete realignment.
While most steps do not require all of the equipment listed, the interactions of some adjustments
may require that more complex adjustments be performed afterwards. Do not attempt to perform
only a signal step unless it is clearly isolated electrically from all other steps. Have all test
equipment ready before beginning, and follow all of the steps in a section in the order presented.
Correction of problems caused by misalignment resulting from use of improper test equipment is
not covered under the warranty policy.
Required Test Equipment
οRadio Tester with calibrated output level at 200 MHz
οIn-line Wattmeter with 5% accuracy at 200 MHz
ο50-Ω, 10-W RF Dummy Load
οRegulated DC Power Supply adjustable from 3 to 15 VDC, 2A
οFrequency Counter: ±0.2 ppm accuracy at 200 MHz
οAF Signal Generator
οAC Voltmeter
οDC Voltmeter: high impedance
οVHF Sampling Coupler
Alignment Preparation & Precautions
A 50-ΩRF load and in-line wattmeter must be connected to the main antenna jack in all procedures
that call for transmission, except where specified otherwise. Correct alignment is not possible with
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an antenna. After completing one step, read the next step to see if the same test equipment is
required. If not, remove the test equipment (except dummy load and wattmeter, if connected) before
proceeding.
Correct alignment requires that the ambient temperature be the same as that of the transceiver and
test equipment, and that this temperature be held constant between 20~30 °C (68-86 °F). When the
transceiver is brought into the shop from hot or cold air, it should be allowed some time to come to
room temperature before alignment. Whenever possible, alignments should be made with oscillator
shields and circuit boards firmly affixed in place. Also, the test equipment must be thoroughly
warmed up before beginning.
Set up the test equipment as shown below for transceiver alignment, apply 7.2 VDC power to the
transceiver. Refer to the drawings for Alignment Points.
PLL Reference Frequency
οConnect the wattmeter, dummy load and frequency counter connected to the antenna jack, and
tune the transceiver to 120.000 MHz.
οTransmit, and adjust TC1001 on the RF Unit, if necessary, so the counter frequency is
120.000 MHz (±100 Hz).
TX Power Adjustment
οConnect the wattmeter and dummy load to the antenna jack, and tune the transceiver to
128.000 MHz.
οTransmit, and adjust VR1003 to obtain 1.1 W RF (carrier) power indicated on the wattmeter
(without audio modulation input).
TX Modulation Adjustment
οConnect the Radio Tester to the antenna jack, then adjust the AF generator output level for
injection of 200 mV rms @ 1 kHz to the MIC jack. Leave the transceiver tuned to 127.500
MHz.
οTransmit, and adjust VR1002 to obtain 90 % modulation (±5 %) as indicated on the Radio
Tester.
οReduce the AF generator output level to 20 mV rms, then adjust VR1001 to obtain 30 %
modulation (±3 %) on the Radio Tester.
Internal System Alignment Routine
This feature uses a programmed routine in the transceiver which replaces many previously-complex
discrete component settings and adjustments with digitally-controlled settings via the CHANNEL
selector knob. Transceiver adjustments include:
Squelch Hysteresis Adjustment
Squelch Threshold Adjustment
Squelch “Tight” Adjustment
To begin, set the transceiver to 127.500 MHz, and turn the transceiver off. Then, press and holding
the LAMP switch, PTT switch and the CHANNEL selector knob while turning the transceiver on.
Squelch Hysteresis Adjustment (HSSQ)

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Press the CHANNEL selector knob, then select the squelch hysteresis level using the
CHANNEL selector knob.
Next, press the CHANNEL selector knob.
Rotate the CHANNEL selector knob to select the next setting.
Squelch Threshold Adjustment (THSQ)
Inject a –9 dBµ (0.35 µV) RF signal (with a standard modulation: 30 % AM
modulation @ 1 kHz), then press the CHANNEL selector knob twice.
Now rotate the CHANNEL selector knob to select the next setting.
Squelch “Tight” Adjustment (TISQ)
Increase the RF signal level to +15 dBµ (5.6 µV), then press the CHANNEL selector
knob twice.
Press and hold the in the CHANNEL selector knob for 2 second to save all setting and
exit.
Resetting the CPU
If you are unable to gain control of the transceiver (or if you want to clear all memories and settings
to their factory defaults), press and holding the MONITOR button and PTT switch while turning
the transceiver on.