YAESU FTM-300DR, FTM-300DE User Manual

C4FM/FM 144/430MHz DUAL BAND DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER
FTM-300DR FTM-300DE
Advance Manual
Contents
Digital Personal ID (DP-ID) feature .............................................6
About the Digital Personal ID (DP-ID) feature ................................................ 6
Registering the DP-ID of other stations ........................................................... 6
Communicating with specified stations in the
Analog FM mode ..........................................................................9
Selecting the Squelch Type in the Analog FM Mode ..................................... 9
Tone squelch feature ...................................................................................... 10
Setting CTCSS Tone frequency.....................................................................10
Searching for the CTCSS Tone transmitted by the other Station .................. 10
Digital Code Squelch (DCS) feature .............................................................. 11
Setting the DCS CODE ................................................................................. 11
Searching for the DCS Code Used by the Other Station .............................. 11
New Two-Tone CTCSS Pager Function ........................................................12
Using the Pager Function .............................................................................. 12
Setting the Code for Your Station .................................................................. 12
Receiving “Pager Code” calls from a Remote Station (Standby Operation)
Notification of a Call from a Remote Station by the Bell Function ............ 13
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Convenient memory function ................................................... 14
Programmable Memory Channel Scan (PMS).............................................. 14
Registering to the Programmable Memory Channels ................................... 14
Performing Programmable Memory Channel Scan ....................................... 14
Receiving Weather Broadcast Channels ......................................................15
Assigning the “WX” function to a programmable key on the microphone ..... 15
Recalling the weather channels .................................................................... 15
Listening with weather alert ........................................................................... 15
DTMF Operation .........................................................................16
Setting the DTMF Memory ............................................................................ 16
Transmitting the Registered DTMF Code ...................................................... 16
Transmitting DTMF code automatically using DTMF memory ......................16
Manually Transmitting the DTMF Code ......................................................... 16
Using the GPS Function ...........................................................17
Positioning Using GPS .................................................................................. 17
Smart Navigation Function ............................................................................ 18
Real-Time Navigation Function .....................................................................18
Backtrack Function ........................................................................................ 18
Saving GPS Information (GPS Log Function) .............................................. 20
Checking Tracks on Your PC ......................................................................... 20
GPS Screen Information and Operation ....................................................... 21
Measuring the altitude ................................................................................... 22
Functions used as needed .......................................................23
Timer / Clock function .................................................................................... 23
Using the lap timer ........................................................................................ 23
Using the countdown timer ............................................................................ 24
Using the Voice Guide unit FVS-2 ................................................................. 25
Mounting the voice guide unit “FVS-2” .......................................................... 25
Using the voice memory ................................................................................ 26
Setting the voice memory operation .............................................................. 26
Recording the receive audio .......................................................................... 27
Replaying the recorded audio ....................................................................... 27
Erasing the recorded audio ........................................................................... 27
Voice announcement of the operating frequency ....................................... 28
Setting the announce function operation ....................................................... 28
Voice announcement of the operating frequency .......................................... 29
Copying the Radio Data to another Transceiver .........................................30
Connecting an external device.................................................31
Connecting to a computer ............................................................................. 31
Transmitting GPS location information .......................................................... 32
Updating the transceiver firmware ................................................................. 32
Using the transceiver for packet communications ..................................... 33
Other devices that can be connected ........................................................... 35
Setup Menu ................................................................................36
Setup Menu Operation ................................................................................... 36
Tables of Setup Menu Operations ............................................ 38
Setup Menu Operations ............................................................45
Setup Menu: DISPLAY .................................................................................... 45
1 Set the Smart Navigation Display ............................................................... 45
2 Setting the Compass Display ..................................................................... 45
3 Setting the Search Channels for the BAND SCOPE Function ................... 45
4 Setting the display and key buttons brightness .......................................... 45
5 Displaying the Software Version ................................................................. 45
6 Display various function screens ................................................................ 46
Setup Menu: TX/RX ........................................................................................ 46
1 Setting the Modulation Level ...................................................................... 46
2 Switching the Receive Mode ...................................................................... 46
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Setting the AMS transmission mode ........................................................... 47
2
Setting the Pop-up Time of the Remote Station Information ....................... 47
3 Setting to send your own position in digital mode ...................................... 47
4 Setting the Standby Beep ........................................................................... 48
5 Turn the VW mode selection ON or OFF ...................................................48
1 Setting the sub-band mute ......................................................................... 48
2 Setting the sensitivity of the microphone .................................................... 48
3 Setting the VOX (Voice Operated Transmit) Function ................................ 49
4 Setting the Voice Recording Function ........................................................49
Setup Menu: MEMORY ................................................................................... 49
1 Memory list settings .................................................................................... 49
Setup Menu: SIGNALING ............................................................................... 49
1 Setting the DTMF code transmission method ............................................ 49
2 Calling only the specific stations ................................................................ 49
3
Enabling No-communication Squelch Function (PR Frequency Function)
4 Notification of calls from partner stations ................................................... 49
5 Setting the squelch type separately for transmit and receive ..................... 50
6 ON/OFF for the Weather Alert Feature....................................................... 50
Setup Menu: SCAN ......................................................................................... 50
1 Setting the Time to Resume Scanning SCAN RE-START Function ........... 50
Setup Menu: GM Menu Operations ............................................................... 50
Setup Menu: WIRES-X Menu Operations ..................................................... 50
Setup Menu: CONFIG ..................................................................................... 51
1 Setting Clock Time .....................................................................................51
2 Setting the display format for the date and time ......................................... 51
3 Setting the time zone .................................................................................. 51
4 Setting the auto repeater shift .................................................................... 51
5 Setting the direction of the repeater shift .................................................... 52
6 Setting the shift width of the repeater ......................................................... 52
7 Setting the frequency tuning step ............................................................... 52
8 Setting the volume of the beep ................................................................... 52
9 Setting the clock shift of the CPU ............................................................... 52
10 Set the microphone programable keys ..................................................... 53
11 Expanding the receive range .................................................................... 53
12 Setting the unit display ............................................................................. 53
13 Automatic Power OFF ..............................................................................53
14 Limit the time of a continuous transmission (TOT Function) ....................53
15 Set the GPS geodetic reference system .................................................. 54
16 Select the built-in GPS receiver, or an externally connected
GPS device .............................................................................................. 54
17 Set the GPS position information recording interval ................................. 54
Setup Menu: DATA .......................................................................................... 55
1 The COM port Settings ............................................................................... 55
Sets the APRS and data communication operating band .............................56
Set the baud rate of the APRS and data communication .............................. 57
Set of squelch detection and squelch terminal output condition ................... 57
Setup Menu: APRS ......................................................................................... 58
Setup Menu: SD CARD ................................................................................... 59
1 Saving & Loading Data, to & from the microSD Memory Card .................. 59
2 Display microSD Memory Card Information ............................................... 59
3 Initializing the micro-SD card ...................................................................... 59
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Setup Menu: OPTION ..................................................................................... 59
1 Using the Optional Microphone with Camera ............................................. 59
2 Bluetooth .................................................................................................... 59
3 Bluetooth Device List .................................................................................. 60
4 Bluetooth save ............................................................................................ 60
Setup Menu: RESET ....................................................................................... 60
1 Restoring defaults ...................................................................................... 60
2 Preset Registration ..................................................................................... 60
3 Recalling the preset setting ........................................................................ 60
4 Deleting the registered data from the memory channels ............................ 60
5 Resetting the APRS .................................................................................... 61
Setup Menu: CLONE ...................................................................................... 61
Setup Menu: CALLSIGN ................................................................................. 61
Appendix ....................................................................................62
The folder configuration of the micro-SD card ............................................ 62
Maintenance ............................................................................... 63
Care and maintenance ................................................................................... 63
Replacing the fuse.......................................................................................... 63
Troubleshooting ........................................................................ 64
There is no power .......................................................................................... 64
There is no sound .......................................................................................... 64
There is no transmission ............................................................................... 64
The keys or knobs do not operate ................................................................. 64

Digital Personal ID (DP-ID) feature

About the Digital Personal ID (DP-ID) feature

When operating in digital C4FM communications, each transceiver is programmed with, and sends its own individual ID information (Radio ID) in each transmission. The DP-ID function and the individual identification information, makes possible group communica- tions between of stations that are within communications range. The Digital Personal ID (DP-ID) feature opens the speaker audio only when a signal set to the same DP-ID in the Digital Mode is received, even if each transceiver is set to a different Digital Group ID (DG-ID) number.
To utilize this function, Digital C4FM mode transceivers compatible with the DG-ID function are required.
Registering the DP-ID to a DR-2X digital repeater
After registering the transceivers DP-ID to the DR-2X repeater, the settings and func- tions of the DR-2X can be remotely controlled. Remote control cannot be performed from a transceiver that has not been registered with the DP-ID, so it is possible to se- curely manage repeaters. The transceiver with DP-ID registered in DR-2X is allowed preferential access in an emergency, even when used without the DG-ID setting.
To register the transceiver DP-ID in the DR-2X C4FM digital repeater, refer to the DR-2X instruction manual.
DR-2X Remote Control Feature
To display the FTM-300D remote-control screen while in C4FM digital mode, press and hold the [ microphone. For details on the remote-control function of the DR-2X, refer to the DR-2X instruction manual.

Registering the DP-ID of other stations

] key on the microphone. To return to normal mode, press the [] key on the
Activate the repeater operation
Deactivate the repeater operation
Set the repeater to C4FM mode
Set the transmit power
Voice Message Control (Rec / Play / Stop)
Set the Emergency Call
Once registered, the DP-ID is stored until deleted.
Register each other's DP-ID with nearby transceivers.
When setting the DG-ID code to “00”, the transceiver will receive signals from all digital C4FM stations. To utilize the DP-ID function, it is necessary to set the receive DG-ID code to a number other than “00”.
1. Press and hold the [F(SETUP)] key [GM] [1 DP-ID LIST].
The DP-ID list is displayed.
If several DP-IDs are displayed, rotate the DIAL knob to register the desired DP-ID.
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2. A transmission in the digital C4FM mode from another
DG-ID: TX01 RX01
Station each other's transceiver DP-ID on their transceivers. However, they may communicate because the same DG-ID is set on both transceivers.
The transceivers may communicate
may receive station
has registered the
transceiver will register the DP-ID. When a signal from the other station is received, the call sign and “Registration” are displayed on the LCD.
DP-ID LIST
Registration : YAESU
When a signal from another registered transceiver is received, nothing is displayed on the LCD.
When a transceiver is previously registered with a different call sign, the DP-ID listing is changed to the newly registered call sign.
3. Press the DIAL knob to save the setting.
When registering the DP-ID is complete, the display returns to the DP-ID list screen.
If not registering a DP-ID, rotate the DIAL knob to selectCANCEL” then press the DIAL knob.
If registering several DP-IDs, repeat step 2 and 3.
A maximum of 24 stations may be registered.
4. Press the [DISP] key or the PTT, to save the setting and return to normal operation.
All the other communicating stations should similarly register the DP-IDs to the DP-ID lists of their transceivers.
The DP-ID setting is complete.
To communicate using the DP-ID function, register the DP-ID of each others transceiver on both transceivers. By registering the DP-ID, users may communicate even if the Digital group ID (DG-ID) is a different setting.
even if the Digital Group ID (DG-ID) is a different setting because Station A and station B have registered each other's DP-IDs on both transceivers.
DP-ID list
Station B DP-ID “bbbbb”
A B
DP-ID: aaaaa DG-ID: TX01 RX01
DP-ID list
Station A DP-ID “aaaaa”
DP-ID: bbbbb DG-ID: TX02 RX02
A and station C do not register
DP-ID: ccccc
C
Station B DP-ID “bbbbb”
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Station B may not receive station C because station B has not registered the DP-ID of station C. However, station C B because station C DP-ID of station B.
DP-ID list

Deleting a registered DP-ID

DP-ID LIST
1. Press and hold the [F(SETUP)] key [GM] [1 DP-ID LIST].
The DP-ID list is displayed.
2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the call sign of the other transceiver, then press the [F(SETUP)] key.
3. Press the DIAL knob. Confirmation screen “DELETE?” is displayed.
4. Press the DIAL knob to select [OK] then press the DIAL knob to delete.
If not deleting in the DP-ID list, select [CANCEL] then press the DIAL knob.
If deleting several DP-IDs, press the [F(SETUP)] key, then repeat step 2 and 3.
5. Press the [DISP] key or the PTT to save the setting and return to normal operation.
DP-ID LIST
1 JA1ZRL
2 JH1YPC
3 JQ1YBF
2 JH1YPC
: YAESU
DELETE?
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Communicating with specified stations in the Analog FM mode

Selecting the Squelch Type in the Analog FM Mode

1. [F(SETUP)] [FUNCTION] [SQ-TYP]
2. Press the DIAL knob and select the type of squelch, refer to the table below.
3. Press the [DISP] key or the PTT to save the setting and return to normal operation.
Tone squelch (CTCSS), DCS and the New PAGER (EPCS) functions do not operate in the C4FM digital mode. Press the [D X] key to change to the Analog FM mode, or turn the AMS function ON.
Squelch type
OFF
TN
TSQ
RTN
DCS
PR
PAG
DC*
T-D*
D-T*
Deactivates the CTCSS and DCS functions. Returns to the normal squelch operation in the Analog FM mode.
Activates the CTCSS tone for Analog FM Transmissions. Receives with normal squelch operation.
Activates the CTCSS tone squelch function on Analog FM receive.
Activates the reverse tone function. Used to monitor communications based on the squelch control system. When a signal contains the designated tone, the squelch is not opened, and when the tone signal disappears, the squelch opens, and communication starts.
Activates the Digital Code Squelch (DCS) function. The DCS code may be selected from 104 codes (from 023 to 754).
Activates the no-communication squelch function for radios. The no- communication signal tone frequencies may be specified within the range of 300 Hz to 3000 Hz in steps of 100 Hz.
Activates a new two-tone CTCSS pager function. When
communicating with transceivers among friends, specify personal codes (each code is composed of two tones) so that only specific stations are called.
Transmits the signal containing the DCS CODE. Receives as a normal squelch operation.
Sends a tone signal when transmitting, and receives only signals with a matching DCS code.
Sends a DCS CODE when transmitting and receives only signals that contain a matching tone signal when receiving.
Description
* Press and hold [F(SETUP)] key [SIGNALING] [5 SQL EXPANSION] to ac-
cess “ON”, “DC”, “T-D” and “D-T” setting values are activated.
The squelch type may be set for each frequency band (BAND).
The CTCSS and DCS squelch settings are also active during scanning. If scanning is performed with the CTCSS and DCS squelch function activated, scanning stops only when a signal containing the specified CTCSS tone or DCS code is received.
Pressing the program key on the microphone to which the “SQL OFF” function is assigned, allows all signals that do not contain a tone or DCS code, and signals with different tones, DCS codes, digital mode signals to all be heard.
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Tone squelch feature

The tone squelch opens the speaker audio only when a signal containing the specified CTCSS tone is received. The receiver will be quiet while waiting for a call from a specific station.
The Tone Squelch does not function in digital mode. Press the [D X] key to change from Digital, to Analog FM or to AMS function.

Setting CTCSS Tone frequency

The tone may be selected from 50 frequencies (67.0 Hz to 254.1 Hz).
1. Press the [F(SETUP)] key [FUNCTION] [SQ-TYP].
2. Press the DIAL knob to select [TSQ].
3. Rotate the DIAL knob to select [TONE] then press the DIAL knob.
4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the tone frequency.
5. Press the DIAL knob or the [BACK] key.
6. Press the [DISP] key or PTT switch to save the setting and return to normal operation.
The tone frequency setting is common with the squelch types as follows: TN, TSQ, RTN, T-D, D-T
The default setting is “100.0 Hz”

Searching for the CTCSS Tone transmitted by the other Station

Search and display the CTCSS tone transmitted by the other station.
Tone search dose not function does not function in digital mode. Press the [D X] key to change from Digital to Analog FM or the AMS function.
To set the transceiver operation when scanning stops, press and hold the [F(SETUP)] key [SCAN] [1 SCAN RESUME]. This setting is common with the scan setting, tone search function and DCS search function.
1. Press the [F(SETUP)] key [FUNCTION] [SQ-TYP]
2. Press the DIAL knob to select [TSQ].
3. Rotate the DIAL knob to select [TONE] then press the DIAL knob.
4. Press and hold the microphone [UP] or [DWN] switch.
The transceiver begins searching for a matching tone frequency.
When a corresponding tone frequency is detected, the searching stops and the audio is heard.
Press the PTT switch or the [UP] or [DWN] switch to stop searching.
5. Press the DIAL knob or the [BACK] key.
6. Press the [DISP] key or the PTT switch to save the detected tone frequency and return to normal operation.
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Digital Code Squelch (DCS) feature

The Digital Code Squelch opens the speaker audio only when a signal containing the specified DCS code is received. The DCS code may be selected from 104 types (from 023 to 754).
The DCS Squelch does not function in digital mode. Press the [D X] key to change from Digital to Analog FM or AMS mode.

Setting the DCS CODE

1. Press the [F(SETUP)] key [FUNCTION] [SQ-TYP].
2. Press the DIAL knob to select [DCS].
3. Rotate the DIAL knob to select [CODE] then press the DIAL knob.
4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the DCS code.
5. Press the DIAL knob or the [BACK] key.
6. Press the [DISP] key or PTT switch to save the setting and return to normal operation.
The DCS code set in the above operation is common for all transmissions with a DCS Code (DCS, D CODE, T DCS, D TONE).
The default DCS code is “023”.

Searching for the DCS Code Used by the Other Station

Search for the DCS code used by the other station.
The DCS search does not function in digital mode. Press the [D X] key to change from Digital to Analog FM or AMS mode.
To set the transceiver operation when scanning stops, press and hold the [F(SETUP)] key [SCAN] [1 SCAN RESUME]. This setting is common with the scan setting, tone search and DCS search functions.
1. Press the [F(SETUP)] key [FUNCTION] [SQ-TYP]
2. Press the DIAL knob to select [DCS].
3. Rotate the DIAL knob to select [CODE] then press the DIAL knob.
4. Press and hold the Microphone [UP] or [DWN] switch.
The transceiver begins searching for a matching DCS code.
When a corresponding DCS code is detected, the searching stops and the audio is heard.
Press the PTT switch or the [UP] or [DWN] switch to stop searching.
5. Press the DIAL knob or the [BACK] key.
6. Press the [DISP] key or the PTT switch to save the detected DCS code and return to normal operation.
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New Two-Tone CTCSS Pager Function

SIGNALING
When using FTM-300DR/DE transceivers with a group of friends, setting the Two-Tone CTCSS personal codes allows calling just the specific stations. Even when the person who is called is not near the transceiver, the information on the LCD indicates that a call was received.
The new two-tone CTCSS pager feature does not operate in digital mode. Press the [D X] key to change from Digital to Analog FM or the AMS function.

Using the Pager Function

1. Press the [F(SETUP)] key [FUNCTION] [SQ-TYP]
2. Press the DIAL knob to select [PAG ].
3. Press the [DISP] key or the PTT switch to save the setting and return to normal operation.

Setting the Code for Your Station

Set the “pager code” to be called by other stations.
1. Activate the pager function (refer to “Using the pager function” above).
2. Press and hold the [F(SETUP)] key [SIGNALING] [2 PAGER CODE].
3. Rotate the DIAL knob to select [RX CODE 1] then press the DIAL knob.
4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the RX CODE 1 of the code from 01 to 50.
5. Press the DIAL knob or the [BACK] key.
6. Rotate the DIAL knob to select [RX CODE 2] then press the DIAL knob.
7. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the RX CODE 2 of the code from 01 to 50. The same code cannot be used for RX CODE 1 and RX CODE 2.
SIGNALING 2 PAGER CODE
RX CODE 1
RX CODE 2
TX CODE 1
TX CODE 2
SIGNALING 2 PAGER CODE
RX CODE 1
RX CODE 2
TX CODE 1
TX CODE 2
2 PAGER CODE
RX CODE 1
RX CODE 2
TX CODE 1
TX CODE 2
05
47
05
47
05
47
05
47
05
47
05
47
Next, set the pager code for directing a call to a specific partner station.
8. Rotate the DIAL knob to select [TX CODE 1] then press the DIAL knob.
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9. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the TX CODE 1 of the
SIGNALING
codes from 01 to 50.
10. Press the DIAL knob or the [BACK] key.
11. Rotate the DIAL knob to select [TX CODE 2] then press the DIAL knob.
12. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the TX CODE 2 of the codes from 01 to 50. The same code cannot be used for TX CODE 1 and TX CODE 2.
13. Press the [DISP] key or the PTT switch to save the setting and return to normal operation.
14. Press the PTT switch to transmit a call to the specific station.
The reverse combination works as the same code, that is “05 47” is the same as “47 05”.
If the same code is specified for all individuals, all the individuals can be called at the same time.
The default code is “05 47”.
When receiving the codes, the sound of the tones may be heard intermittently.

Receiving “Pager Code” calls from a Remote Station (Standby Operation)

When the Pager function is activated, the audio of received calls with a corresponding Pager Code is heard. Furthermore, when the Bell function (see below) is activated, the bell rings when receiv- ing calls from the other station.

Notification of a Call from a Remote Station by the Bell Function

The Bell may be set to sound an Alert when a call from another station containing a cor-responding tone, DCS or pager code is received.
1. Press and hold the [F(SETUP)] key [SIGNALING] [4 BELL RINGER]
2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the desired number of times (1 - 8 times or continuous) the Bell rings. 1 time / 3 times / 5 times / 8 times / CONTINUOUS
If the setting isCONTINUOUS, the bell keeps sounding until an operation is made.
1
2
3
4
OFF
AUTO DIALER
PAGER CODE >
PR FREQUENCY
BELL RINGER
3. Press the [DISP] key or the PTT switch to save the setting and return to normal operation, The
” icon appears on the display.
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Convenient memory function

Programmable Memory Channel Scan (PMS)

Registering to the Programmable Memory Channels

50 sets of PMS memory channels (L01/U01 to L50/U50) are available.
Register the lower and upper frequencies of the frequency range in a pair of Program-
mable Memory Channels.
L nn: Lower limit memory channel U nn: Upper limit memory channel
PMS memory channels are displayed between channel 999 and channel 001. On the
memory channel list screen, turn the B-band DIAL knob to fast-forward in 10 channel steps.
For more details on registering frequencies to the memory channels, see “Writing to
Memory” in the Operating Manual.
Make sure to use the corresponding numbers for the lower and upper limit memory channels.
Set the Programmable Memory scanning (PMS) lower and upper limits as follows:
The scan width between the lower and upper limit frequencies must be 100 kHz or more.
The lower and upper limit memory channels must be within the same frequency band.
The lower and upper limit memory channels must not be registered in reverse.

Performing Programmable Memory Channel Scan

The programmable memory channel scan allows scanning a specified frequency range within the same frequency band.
1. Press the [V/M(MW)] key to enter the memory mode.
2. Recall the PMS memory channel to which the lower limit (L nn) or upper limit (U nn) of the frequency band is registered.
3. Press and hold the [UP] or [DWN] switch of the Microphone.
Programmable memory channel scanning starts.
Pressing the program key of the microphone set to the “SCAN” function also starts
the PMS scan operation.
During scanning, “PMS” appears on the display.
If the DIAL knob is rotated while scanning is in progress, the scanning will contin-
ue up or down in frequency according to the direction of the DIAL Knob rotation. If the scanner halts on an incoming signal, the frequency will blink. Scanning will re- sume in about five seconds.
4. Press the PTT switch or the [UP] or [DWN] switch of the microphone, to cancel the scanning. In this state (displayed as “PMSat the upper left of the display), the frequency can be changed only in the range stored by the lower and upper PMS memories, by turn- ing the DIAL knob.
zDisable the PMS function
1. Press the [V/M] key. Returns to the normal memory mode.
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Receiving Weather Broadcast Channels

This transceiver includes the preprogrammed VHF Weather Broadcast Station Memory Channel Bank, and can receive the broadcast or the weather alert by recalling or scan- ning a desired channel. The following channels are stored in the transceiver weather station memory bank:
Channel No. Frequency Channel No. Frequency
WX-01 162.550 MHz WX-06 162.500 MHz
WX-02 162.400 MHz WX-07 162.525 MHz
WX-03 162.475 MHz WX-08 161.650 MHz
WX-04 162.425 MHz WX-09 161.775 MHz
WX-05 162.450 MHz WX-10 163.275 MHz
This “WX” function can only be utilized when it is assigned to a programmable key [P2] to [P4] on the microphone.

Assigning the “WX” function to a programmable key on the microphone

1. Press and hold the [F(SETUP)] key.
2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set-up menu [CONFIG], then press the DIAL knob.
3. Rotate the DIAL knob to select [10 MIC PROGRAM KEY], then press the DIAL knob.
4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the [P2], [P3] or [P4] key to assign a function, then press the DIAL knob.
5. Rotate the DIAL knob to select [WX] then press the DIAL knob.
6. Press the [DISP] key to save the setting and return to normal operation.

Recalling the weather channels

Example: When “WX” is assigned to [P4]
1. Press [P4] on the microphone. The WX function is activated, and the weather channel selected last time the WX function was activated will be displayed on the screen.
2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the other channels.
3. Press the PTT switch on the microphone to search for additional WX stations. Scanning of the channels stored in the weather station memory bank will start. When the scanning pauses on a station, press the PTT switch once to halt the scan, or press it twice to restart the scan.
4. Press the PTT switch to finish the scan.
5. Press [P4] on the microphone. The WX function will be inactivated and the display will return to the previous screen.

Listening with weather alert

In the event of extreme weather disturbances, such as storms and hurricanes, the NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) sends a weather alert accompanied by a 1050 Hz tone and a subsequent weather report on one of the NOAA weather chan- nels. You may disable receiving the weather alert tone using [SIGNALING] [6 WX ALERT] in the Setup Menu.
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DTMF Operation

DTMF (Dual Tone Multi Frequencies) are the tone signals sent to make telephone calls, or control repeaters and network links. Up to 10 registers of 16-digit DTMF tone codes can be stored as telephone numbers to make calls through the public telephone network using a phone patch or to connect through the WIRES-X analog node station.

Setting the DTMF Memory

1. Press the [F(SETUP)] key [FUNCTION] [DTMF MEMORY]
2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the desired channel (1 to 9) to register the DTMF code, then press the DIAL knob. The DTMF memory channel input screen is displayed.
3. Use the DIAL knob or numeric keypad of the microphone to input the DTMF code up to a maximum of 16 digits.
4. Press the DIAL knob, then press the [DISP] key to save the setting and return to normal operation.

Transmitting the Registered DTMF Code

Use the auto dialer function to automatically transmit the DTMF code registered in the DTMF memory.
1. Press and hold the [F(SETUP)] key [SIGNALING] [1 AUTO DIALER]
2. Press the DIAL knob to select “ON”.
3. Press the [DISP] key or the PTT switch, to save the setting and return to normal operation. When set to “ON”, the DTMF icon “

Transmitting DTMF code automatically using DTMF memory

1. Set the DTMF code “ON” by referring to “Transmitting the Registered DTMF Code” (above).
2. Press the [F(SETUP)] key [FUNCTION] [DTMF]
3. Press the DIAL knob.
4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the desired channel (1 to 9).
5. Press the PTT switch.
The DTMF code registered in the DTMF memory channel is automatically trans-
mitted.
Even after releasing the PTT switch, the transmission continues until the DTMF
code is completed. The transceiver is automatically returned to receive mode.
6. Press the [DISP] key or the PTT switch to restore normal operation.

Manually Transmitting the DTMF Code

1. While pressing and holding the PTT switch, use the numeric keypad of the micro- phone and press each digit of the DTMF code in sequence to transmit the code.
” will be shown on the display.
The DTMF code can be sent manually regardless of whether the auto dialer is set to ON or OFF.
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Using the GPS Function

The transceiver is equipped with an internal GPS receiver to acquire and display the position information. The GPS information can be used as described in the following examples:
Display the location information of the partner station in digital mode
Refer to “Real-Time Navigation Function” (Page 18)
Save the position information in the memory and use it for navigation purposes
Refer to “Backtrack Function” (Page 18)
Save your location information and display the trajectory on your computer
Refer to “Saving GPS Information (GPS Log Function)” (Page 20)
Save the DP-ID of frequently contacted stations and check whether they are within the sphere of communications
Refer to the separate “Operating Manual GM Edition”
Exchange position information and messages through data communications with other stations
Refer to the separate “Operating Manual APRS Edition”

Positioning Using GPS

The built-in GPS receiver function is enabled when the power of the FTM-300DR/DE is turned ON. The satellite search will begin and the “ of the display. The FTM-300DR/DE automatically obtains the internal clock setting, and your location information setting from the GPS data.
It may take several minutes to acquire the GPS satellites.
When three or more satellites cannot be acquired, the “ ” icon will disappear. In this case, positioning is not possible, and the position information cannot be used.
” icon will be shown at the top
About Positioning by GPS
“Positioning” refers to calculation of your current position from the satellite orbit infor- mation and radio propagation time. At least 3 satellites must be acquired for successful positioning. If positioning fails, move away from buildings as far as possible and posi- tion the GPS receiver in an area with open sky.
zAbout errors
The measurement environment may result in positioning errors of several hundred meters. Under favorable conditions, positioning can be performed successfully using only three satellites. However, under the following poor conditions, the positioning accuracy can decrease, or positioning can fail:
Between tall buildings
Narrow paths between buildings
Indoors or near large buildings
Between trees such as in forests or woods
Under elevated roads or high voltage power lines
Inside a tunnel or underground
Through heat reflective glass
Areas with strong magnetic fields
zWhen not in use for a long time
When using the GPS functions for the first time after purchase, or when it has been unused in a while, a few minutes may be required to acquire the satellites. Also, if the GPS function has been turned OFF for several hours, a few minutes may be required to search for satellites.
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Smart Navigation Function

GPS position information and voice signals are simultaneously transmitted in the V/D mode of C4FM digital. Consequently, the position and direction of the remote station can be displayed in real time, even while communicating.
To use the “latitude/longitude display” with the smart navigation function, press and hold the [F(SETUP)] key [DISPLAY] [1 TARGET LOCATION] and set to NUMERIC factory setting is “COMPASS”)

Real-Time Navigation Function

1. Press and hold the [F(SETUP)] key [DISPLAY] [6 DISPLAY MODE]
2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select [BACKTRACK] then press the DIAL knob. The distance and direction to the remote station operating on the same frequency in the V/D mode are displayed.
Callsign of other station
HUP: Heading up NUP: North UP
: Display of other station
: Display of your station
Distance to other station
On the real-time navigation screen, press the PTT switch to communicate with the partner station by voice as usual. You can be also change the communication mode and frequency, and recall memory channels.
Direction to the other station
Heading of your station
zSwitch between partner station display and own station display
1. In the Real-Time Navigation screen, press the [F(SETUP)] key.
2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select your station) then press the DIAL knob.
” or “
” icon is displayed on the screen.
” (Display of other station) or ” (Display of

Backtrack Function

By registering a navigation point in advance (such as the departure point), the distance and direction to the registered point from your current position can be displayed in real time.
zRegistering Your Current Position (Departure Point)
1. In the Real-Time Navigation screen, press the [F(SETUP)] key.
2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select
” (Display of your station) then press the DIAL
knob.
3. Press the [F(SETUP)] key.
. (The
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4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select [MEM] then press the DIAL knob.
”, “L1” and “L2” blink.
«
If you do not have the latitude and longitude informa-
tion, you cannot register the location.
5. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the mark to which you want to register the position information.
6. Press the DIAL knob. The location information is registered with the selected mark and navigation starts.
7. Press the [DISP] key return to normal operation display.
If you select [ ] (Display of other station) in step 2 above and perform the registration operation when the location information of the partner station is displayed, you can register the current latitude and longitude of the partner station as the destination.
zUsing the Back Track Function
1. In the Real-Time Navigation screen, press the [F(SETUP)] key.
2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the mark ([«], [L1] or [L2]) to which you want to register the location information for back tracking. Marks for which location information has not been registered are displayed in gray.
3. Press the DIAL knob.
Navigation will start.
The green point in the compass indicates the direc-
tion of the registration point (departure point), so if you proceed so that the green point is always on top, you can reach the registration point. (when the compass is in heading up display).
4. Press the [DISP] key to end the navigation and return to normal operation display.
zDescription of the BACK TRACK Function Screen
Registration date and time
HUP: Heading up NUP: North UP
Distance to destination
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Direction to destination
Heading of your station
zChanging the direction of the compass panel
The compass panel can be set to “HEADING UP” where the direction of your travel is always displayed at the top, or “NORTH UP” where North is always displayed at the top.
1. Press and hold the [F(SETUP)] key [DISPLAY] [2 COMPASS]
2. Press the DIAL knob to select [HEADING UP] or [NORTH UP].
3. Press the [DISP] key to save the setting and return to normal operation display.

Saving GPS Information (GPS Log Function)

The GPS position information can automatically be saved periodically onto a microSD memory card. Using the saved data, tracks can be displayed on commercially available map software*. * Technical support for the map software is not provided by YAESU.
1. Press and hold the [F(SETUP)] key [CONFIG] [17 GPS LOG]
2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the GPS data logging interval. OFF / 1 sec / 2 sec / 5 sec / 10 sec / 30 sec / 60 sec
3. Press the [DISP] key or the PTT switch to save the setting and return to the normal operation display. The GPS log function is activated, and GPS log “
The position information is saved periodically unless “OFF” is selected in step 2 (shown above) or the power of the transceiver is turned OFF.
Reselecting the GPS data logging interval in step 2 or turning on the transceiver again, begins saving the GPS data under a different file name.
To use the GPS log function, a commercially available micro SD card must be inserted in the
FTM-300DR/DE. For details, refer to the Operating Manual.

Checking Tracks on Your PC

1. Turn the transceiver OFF.
2. Remove the microSD memory card from the transceiver.
3. Connect the microSD memory card to your PC using a commercially available memory card reader.
4. Open the “FTM300D” folder in the microSD memory card.
5. Open the “GPSLOG” folder.
The data is saved as “GPSyymmddhhmmss.log
The [yymmddhhmmss] part of the name consists of year (yy), month (mm), day (dd),
hour (hh), minute (mm), and second (ss).
” icon will be displayed.
Tracks can be displayed on the map by importing the data to commercially available map software.
For information on importing, please refer to the operation manual for the map software you use.
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