FRONT PANEL CONTROLS & SWITCHES

SUB SQL Knob

This knob sets the signal level threshold at which Sub (VFO-B) receiver audio is muted, in all modes. It is very useful during local rag-chews, to eliminate noise between incoming transmissions. This control is normally kept fully counter-clockwise (off), except when scanning and during FM operation.

SUB AF GAINSUB RF GAIN

AF GAIN Knob

The inner [SUB AF GAIN] knob sets the Sub (VFO-

B)receiver’s audio volume level. Typically, you will operate with this control set between the 9 o’clock and 10 o’clock positions.

RF GAIN Knob

The outer [SUB RF GAIN] knob is the Sub (VFO-B) receiver’s RF gain control, which adjusts the gain of the Sub (VFO-B) receiver’s RF and IF amplifier stages. This control is normally left in the fully clockwise po- sition.

AF GAINRF GAIN Knobs

AF GAIN Knob

The inner [AF GAIN] knob sets the Main (VFO-A) receiver’s audio volume level. Typically, you will operate with this control set between the 9 o’clock and 10 o’clock positions.

RF GAIN Knob

The outer [RF GAIN] knob is the Main (VFO-A) receiver’s RF gain control, which adjusts the gain of the Main (VFO-A) receiver’s RF and IF amplifier stages. This control is normally left in the fully clockwise position.

F1 - F7 / DISPLAY Keys

These keys can be used to control the Voice Memory capability for the SSB/AM/FM modes, and the Contest Keyer for the CW mode. You can also play back up to 15 seconds of incoming received audio, as well, for verification of a missed callsign or other purposes. When the optional DMU-2000Data Management Unit is connected, you can also use the “Function” keys for the various functions associated with each “page” of the external display’s capability.

[F1(CH 1)] - [F4(CH 4)] key

In the case of Voice Memory, up to 20 seconds of audio may be stored on each channel. For CW messages, up to 50 characters (“PARIS” specification) may be stored into each channel. See page 72 (Voice Memory) or page 84 (Contest Keyer) for details.

[F5(MEM)] key

This key is pressed for the purpose of storing either a Voice Memory or a Contest Keyer Memory channel’s contents. See page 72 (Voice Memory) or page 84 (Contest Keyer) for details.

[F6(DEC)] key

When utilizing the sequential contest number capability of the Contest Keyer, press this key to decrement (back up) the current Contest Number by one digit (i.e. to back up from #198 to #197, etc.). See page 87 for details.

[F7(P.BACK)] key

Press and hold in this button for 2 seconds to activate the recording feature of the internal Digital Voice Re- corder. The Voice Recorder allows you to record the Main band (VFO-A) receiver audio for the most-recent 15 seconds. While you’re recording the receiver audio, the “” icon will appear in the display.

Press this button momentarily to stop the recording, then press this button momentarily again to play back the receiver audio for the most-recent 15 seconds of reception before you stopped the recording.

While playing back the receiver audio, the “” icon will appear in the display.

Press and hold in this button for 2 seconds again to resume recording.

[DISPLAY] key

Press and hold in this key for two seconds to cause the [F1(CH 1)] - [DISPLAY] keys to act as “Function” keys for the optional DMU-2000Data Management Unit if connected.

MODE Switches

[A], [B] Switch

Pressing the [A] or [B] button will illuminate the respective indicator imbedded within the switch, allowing adjustment of the operating mode on the Main (VFO-A) or Sub (VFO-B) band. Usually, the [A] button glow Red, signifying that the Main band (VFO-A) is being adjusted. Similarly, pressing the [B] button will cause its indicator to blink Orange for five sec- onds, signifying Sub band (VFO-B) adjustment.

ADVICE:

When changing bands, confirm the [A] or [B] button illumination status at first, then press the appropriate [BAND] button, so as to change operating frequencies on the proper (Main or Sub) band.

[LSB],[USB],[CW],[AM/FM],[RTTY],[PKT]Switch

Pressing the [LSB], [USB], [CW], [AM/FM], [RTTY], or [PKT] button will select the operating mode. Pressing the [CW], [AM/FM], [RTTY], or [PKT] button multiple times will switch between the alternate operating features that can be used on these modes (covered later).

FT-2000 OPERATING MANUAL

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