Yaesu FTA-750, FTA-550, SPIRIT, PRO-X Operating Manual
AIR BAND TRANSCEIVER
FTA-750
FTA-550
Operating Manual
Contents
Important Notice! .......................................................... 1
Introduction ................................................................... 2
Models, Accessories and Options .............................. 3
Models ............................................................................... 3
Supplied Accessories ......................................................... 3
Available Options .............................................................. 3
Controls & Connectors
LCD Display
Before You Begin ........................................................ 12
Battery Installation and Removal .................................... 12
Battery Charging .............................................................. 13
Alkaline Battery Tray Installation ................................... 14
Low Battery Indication .................................................... 14
External DC Power Supply Connection .......................... 15
Antenna Installation ......................................................... 15
Belt Clip Installation ........................................................ 16
Headset Connection ......................................................... 16
Precautions ....................................................................... 17
Basic Operation .......................................................... 18
Reception (COM Band) ................................................... 18
Accessing the 121.5 MHz Emergency Frequency ........... 21
Transmission (COM Band) .............................................. 22
Operation Bands .............................................................. 23
Operation Modes ............................................................. 24
Resetting the Radio .......................................................... 25
Advanced Operation .................................................. 27
Reception of VOR Signals ............................................... 27
Reception of ILS Signals ................................................. 31
Split Operation ................................................................. 33
Reception of Weather Channel Broadcasts ...................... 35
Dual Watch Operation ..................................................... 37
Timer Mode Operation .................................................... 39
TOT Feature ..................................................................... 43
Saving the Battery during Reception ............................... 43
.................................................................. 8
................................................ 4
Using the Headset Microphone ....................................... 44
VOX Operation ................................................................ 44
Side Tone Control ............................................................ 45
Lock Function .................................................................. 46
PTT Lock Function .......................................................... 48
Changing the Channel Steps ............................................ 48
ANL Feature .................................................................... 49
Memory Operation ...................................................... 50
Recalling the Memories ................................................... 50
Instant Storage ................................................................. 52
Maintenance of the Memory ............................................ 53
Scanning Operation ................................................... 57
Scanning Channels .......................................................... 57
Selecting Scanning Band ................................................. 58
Scanning the Specied Channels ..................................... 59
GPS Function (FTA-750 Only) ................................... 61
Activating the GPS Unit .................................................. 61
Displaying the Position Information ................................ 62
Memorizing the Position Information ............................. 64
Recording the Position Information ................................ 65
Waypoint Navigation (FTA-750 Only) ........................ 66
Entering the Navigation (NAVI) Mode ........................... 66
Setting the Destination ..................................................... 67
Setup Mode ................................................................. 70
Basic Operation ............................................................... 70
Maintenance of the Memory ............................................ 71
Setting of the COMM Mode Operation ........................... 72
Setting of the GPS Mode Operation (FTA-750 Only) ..... 75
Setting of the Operation and Conguration of the Radio 80
About the Radio ............................................................... 82
Summary of the SETUP Menu ........................................ 83
Specications ............................................................. 85
Troubleshooting for Headset Connection ................ 87
Important notIce!
FCC RF Exposure Compliance Requirements for Occupational Use Only:
The
FTA-750/FTA-550
sure limits for Occupational Use/Controlled Exposure Environment. In addition, both radios comply with the following
Standards and Guidelines:
FCC 96-326, Guidelines for Evaluating the Environmental Effects of Radio-Frequency Radiation.
FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 (1997) Supplement C, Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Hu-
man Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields.
ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992, IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency
Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz.
ANSI/IEEE C95.3-1992, IEEE Recommended Practice for the Measurement of Potentially Hazardous Electromag-
netic Fields - RF and Microwave.
This radio is NOT approved for use by the general population in an uncontrolled environment. This radio is
restricted to occupational use, work related operations only where the radio operator must have the knowledge to control its RF exposure conditions.
When transmitting, hold the radio in a vertical position with its microphone 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) away
from your mouth and keep the antenna at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) away from your head and body.
The radio must be used with a maximum operating duty cycle not exceeding 50%, in typical Push-to-Talk
congurations. DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (50% duty cycle). Transmitting
more than 50% of the time can cause FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded.
The radio is transmitting when the “TX” icon is displayed on the upper left corner of the screen of the radio.
You can cause the radio to transmit by pressing the PTT button.
Always use YAESU authorized accessories.
have been tested and comply with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) RF expo-
NOTICE
There are no user-serviceable points inside this transceiver.
All service jobs must be referred to your Authorized Service Center.
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IntroductIon
The YAESU
and receive) capability on the International Aircraft Communication Band (“COM” band: 118 to 136.975 MHz), and
they additionally provide VOR and ILS navigation features on the “NAV” band (108 to 117.975 MHz).
The
FTA-750/FTA-550
a row. The
gurations can be easily reprogrammed in minutes using the optional PC Programming Software and your PC. In addition, the
We recommend that you read this manual in its entirety, so as to understand the many features of the
completely. Keep this manual handy, so you may use it for reference.
550
Note: The VOR, ILS, and GPS navigation features of the
tion only, and are not intended to be a substitute for accurate (primary) VOR or landing service equipment.
You assume full responsibility for the use of the
FTA-750/FTA-550
FTA-750/FTA-550
FTA-750
provides positioning and navigation features realized by the internal GPS unit.
boast a 1.7” x 1.7” (43.2 x 43.2 mm) full dot matrix LCD displaying a plenty of information in
are compact, stylish, solid hand-held transceivers providing communication (transmit
include NOAA weather band monitoring and 200 memory channels. The channel con-
FTA-750/FTA-
FTA-750/FTA-550
FTA-750/FTA-550
are for supplemental aids to naviga-
.
Congratulations!
You now have at your ngertips a valuable communications tool, a YAESU two-way radio! Rugged, reliable
and easy to use, your YAESU radio will keep you in constant touch with your friends and colleagues for years to
come, with negligible maintenance or down-time.
Please take a few minutes to read this manual carefully. The information presented here will allow you to derive
maximum performance from your radio, in case questions arise later on.
We’re glad you joined the YAESU team. YAESU products cover the entire spectrum of radio communications
applications, and our worldwide support network is here to serve you. Let us help you get your message across.
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models, accessorIes and optIons
Models
FTA-750L
FTA-550L
FTA-550 AA Battery Version
Rechargeable battery pack not includ-
Supplied Accessories
Lithium-ion Battery Pack (7.4V)
AC Charger
Charger Cradle
Cigarette Lighter DC/DC Converter
Helical Antenna
Belt Clip
Headset Adapter Cable
Alkaline Battery Tray
USB Cable
Ferrite Core
Operating Manual
Warranty Card
Lithium-ion battery pack included
Lithium-ion battery pack included
ed. Requires “AA” batteries for operation.
SBR-12LI
SAD-11
SBH-11
SDD-12
SRA-13A
SHB-11
SCU-15
SBT-12
T9101606
L9190192
*1 These accessories are not supplied with the
FTA-550 AA Battery Version
*2 Antenna gain: 2.15 dBi
Impedance: 50 ohms
.
*1
*1
*1
*2
Available Options
SSM-10A
SEP-10A
YCE01
Availability of accessories may vary. Some accessories
are supplied as standard per local requirements, while
others may be unavailable in some regions. Consult
your YAESU Dealer for details regarding these and any
newly-available options.
Connection of any non-YAESU-approved accessory,
should it cause damage, may void the Limited Warranty
on this apparatus.
Speaker Microphone
Earphone (available only with the
SSM-10A
PC Programming Software
(Download the YCE01 PC Programming Software from the YAESU website.)
)
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controls & connectors (top panel
Antenna Jack
This BNC connector accepts the supplied flexible
antenna, or an external antenna designed to provide
50 Ω impedance on the Aircraft Communication
Band.
)
VOL
DIAL
VOLUME
Turn this (inner) control clockwise to increase the
volume.
DIAL
This (outer) 20-position detented rotary switch tunes
the operating frequency or selects the memory channels.
(Inner) Knob
Selector (Outer) Knob
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controls & connectors (Front panel
)
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
The display shows selected operating conditions, as
indicated on Pages 8 to 11.
Microphone
Speak into this opening in a normal voice level,
while pressing the
Cursor Keys and
The cursor keys
item displayed on the LCD.
Press the
entered values.
Control Keys
Press the
Press the
previous screen.
Press the
information to the memory.
Press and hold the lock key
lock feature. Controls and keys will be disabled.
Press and hold again to disable the lock feature.
COMM
Press this key to enter the COMM mode instantly.
Numeric Keypad
The keypad is used when setting frequencies.
key to determine the selection or
ENT
MENU
BACK
SAVE
Key
switch, to transmit.
PTT
Key
ENT
[◄]
key to display the
key to return the display to the
key to store the current channel
and
[►]
are used to select an
screen.
MENU
[
]
to enable the
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121.5
Press and hold this key to access the emergency
frequency (121.5 MHz) instantly.
Loudspeaker
The internal speaker is located in this position.
Key
5
controls & connectors (leFt sIde
)
POWER
Press and hold this button to turn the radio on and
off.
PTT
Press and hold this button to transmit when you are
operating in the COM band. Release this button to
return to the “Receive” mode. See Page 22 for details.
SQL
This button may be pressed to “open” the squelch
manually, allowing you to listen for very weak
signals. Press and hold this button for 2 seconds
to “open” the squelch continuously. Press this button again to resume normal (quiet) monitoring. See
Page 20 for details.
Switch
(Push To Talk) Switch
(Squelch) Switch
PTT
SQL
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controls & connectors (rIght sIde
PTT
SQL
)
MIC/SP
You may connect the supplied
Adapter Cable or the optional
Microphone to this jack. To use this jack, you must
rst remove the cover from the transceiver body.
DATA
You may connect the optional USB cable to this
jack. To use this jack, you must rst lift the rubber
cover away from the transceiver body.
EXT DC
When an external 9.5- to 10.5-Volt DC power
source is available, you may connect the
Cigarette Lighter DC/DC Converter here.
proved by YAESU to supply DC power.
Jack
SCU-15
SSM-10A
Do not allow the
wet while the cover over the MIC/SP jack is
removed.
FTA-750/FTA-550
Headset
Speaker/
to get
Jack
Do not allow the
wet while the rubber cover is removed.
FTA-750/FTA-550
to get
Jack
1) Do not allow the
get wet while the rubber cover is removed.
2) Do not connect any accessory unap-
FTA-750/FTA-550
SDD-12
to
MIC/SP
DATA
EXT
DC
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lcd dIsplay (com Band
VOL
BUSY
MEM
VDW ±
FLG
MR
G
133.800
132.400
134.800 MIAMI
127.600 MIAMI 2
119.150
124.250 North
129.200
Los Angeles
“BUSY” icon appears during
audio reception, or “TX” during
transmission.
This field displays the
operating frequency.
)
This field displays the icons indicating
various statuses of the transceiver, such
as “GPS on”, “Data Logger on”, “Timer
on”, “Battery full”, etc.
This field displays the
operation modes.
This field displays the
tag name of the current
channel.
This field displays the
level of the audio volume
or the squelch.
This field displays the
channels you have
previously used.
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This field displays the
icons indicating various
statuses of functions,
such as “VOX on”, “Split
on”, etc.
“MEM” icon appears if
the selected channel is
programmed into the Scan
Memory.
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lcd dIsplay (naV Band
)
Vor cdI screen
NAV VOR
113.600
Compass rose
Course indicator (OBS direction)
Deviation marks
Course deviation needle
OBS (omni bearing selector) value
VOR value
TO/FROM indicator
SOG (speed over ground) value according to the
KLAX-VOR
VOL
N
33
30
24
21
S
FTA-750 FTA-550
OBS
000
355
FROM
SOGKT
150
°
°
3
6
EW
12
15
GPS signal
NAV VOR
VOL
33
30
24
21
113.600
KLAX-VOR
N
3
6
EW
12
15
S
OBS
000
355
FROM
Ils cdI screen
NAV
LOC GS
108.500
KLAX-RWY07R
VOL
°
°
N
33
Compass rose
Course (runway) indicator
Deviation marks for localizer
Course deviation needle for localizer
Height deviation indicator for glide slope
Deviation marks for glide slope
3
30
24
FTA-750 FTA-550
6
12
15
21
S
EW
NAV
LOC
108.500
KLAX-RWY07R
VOL
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lcd dIsplay (Fta-750 only
)
gps InFormatIon screen
BUSY
MR
FLG
133.800
KLAX-ATIS
VOL
DATE
LAT/LON
23°56.890N
123°56.890W
COG
095
SOGKT
095
°
Oct/25 09:56
0956.8
Latitude and longitude values
COG (course over ground) value
Date obtained from the GPS signal
SOG (speed over ground) value
Altitude value
ALT
AM
MEM
M
gps compass screen
BUSY
MR
FLG
VOL
133.800
KLAX-ATIS
Oct/25
09:56
Compass rose
Course indicator
COG (course over ground) value
SOG (speed over ground) value
Altitude value
Date obtained from the GPS signal
MEM
COG T
000
SOGkph
360
ALTft
10000
°
AM
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lcd dIsplay (Fta-750 only
)
gps status screen
BUSY
MR
FLG
VOL
STATUS
SEARCH
133.800
KLAX-ATIS
LAT/LON
23°56.890N
123°56.890W
Oct/25 09:56AM
GPS receiver operation status
Radar scope for captured GPS satellites
Date obtained from the GPS signal
Latitude and longitude values
GPS signal strength indicator
DATE
WaypoInt naVIgatIon screen
BUSY
MR
ALL
VOL
Compass rose
Course indicator
Destination indicator
Tag name of the destination
DST (distance) value
COG (course over ground) value
SOG (speed over ground) value
133.800
KLAX-ATIS
KLAX
DSTkm
10
COG T
000
SOGkph
360
°
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BeFore you BegIn
Battery Installation and Removal
To install the battery, insert the battery pack
into the battery compartment on the back of
12LI
the
transceiver
while pressing the battery pack latch on the bottom of the
the locking plate beside the latch until the entire
“LOCK” appears
Note:
Be sure that the rubber gasket on the
not loose when inserting.
To remove the battery, turn the
the locking plate until the
tirely
, lift up the
the battery pack latch, then pull out the battery from
the radio.
, press the end of the battery pack
transceiver
, then lock the pack by sliding
.
transceiver
“UNLOCK” appears
end of the battery pack by pressing
MIC/SP
DATA
EXT
DC
PUSH
SBR-12LI
off, slide
Battery Pack
Latch
SBR-
is
en-
Do not attempt to open any of the rechargeable Lithium-ion packs, as personal injury
or damage to the Lithium-ion pack could
occur if a cell or cells become accidentally shortcircuited.
Note:
To remove the battery pack after the belt clip
SHB-11
is
mounted (see Page 16), lift up the clip before you press
the battery pack latch.
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BeFore you BegIn
Battery Charging
It is necessary to charge the Lithium-ion battery fully
before its rst use. Follow the procedure below:
1.
Install the Lithium-ion battery pack onto the transceiver. Ensure that the transceiver is switched off.
2. Insert the cable plug of the
SAD-11
ger into the jack located on the back of the
Charging Cradle, then plug the
line outlet.
VOL
DIAL
MIC/SP
DATA
EXT
DC
SBH-11
3. Insert the transceiver into the
SBH-11
jack should be at the left side when viewing the
cradle from the front.
You may insert the cable plug of the
11
into the
EXT DC
jack located on the right
Battery Char-
SAD-11
SAD-11
SBH-11
into the AC
; the antenna
SAD-
side of the transceiver directly. In this case, the
“ ” icon will appear in the top right corner
of the LCD display.
4. If the transceiver is inserted correctly, the RED indicator on the
A fully-discharged pack will be charged com-
pletely in 4 hours, and then the GREEN indicator on the
It takes 8 hours for full charge with the
11
SBH-11
connected to the transceiver directly.
will glow.
SBH-11
will glow.
Important Notes:
The
SAD-11
is not designed to power the trans-
ceiver for operation (transmission).
Do not leave the charger connected to the trans-
ceiver for continuous periods in excess of 24 hours.
Long term overcharging can degrade the Lithium-
ion battery pack and signicantly shorten its useful
life.
If using a charger other than the
SAD-11, SBH-11
or if using a battery pack other than the
follow the appropriate instructions provided with
the charger/battery. Contact your Dealer if you have
any doubts about the appropriateness of the particular charger or battery pack you intend to use.
SAD-
SBR-12LI
,
,
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BeFore you BegIn
Alkaline Battery Tray Installation
The
supplied
the
FTA-750/FTA-550
battery cells.
When installing a cell, insert the (–) end rst, then
press in the (+) end so the cell snaps into place. Pay
attention to the polarity indicated inside the case.
tion circuits required when utilizing Ni-Cd and NiMH cells.
Note: Replace all six cells at the same time in case of
low battery.
SBT-12
The SBT-12 must not be used with rechargeable cells. The SBT-12 does not contain the thermal and over-current protec-
Battery Tray allows operation of
using six “AA” size alkaline
SBT-12
Alkaline Battery Tray
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To install the
tery pack first from the transceiver, turn the open
side of the
tery compartment.
Note: Be sure that the rubber gasket on the
is not loose when inserting.
SBT-12
SBT-12
, remove the Lithium-ion bat-
down, then insert it into the bat-
SBT-12
Low Battery Indication
As your battery discharges during use, the voltage will
gradually become lower. When the battery voltage
reaches 6.0 Volts, the “ ” icon will blink on the
LCD display, indicating that the battery pack must be
recharged or the alkaline battery cells must be replaced
before further use.
Avoid recharging Lithium-ion batteries before the
“Low Battery” indicator is observed, as this can
degrade the charge capacity of your Lithium-ion
battery pack. YAESU recommends that you carry an
extra, fully-charged pack with you so you will not
lose communications capability due to a depleted
Lithium-ion battery.
The fully-charged battery lasts for 12 hours on the
FTA-750
conditions below:
Battery saver ... OFF
Operation ratio ... TX:RX:Standby = 6:6:48 (sec)
or 13.5 hours on the
FTA-550
under the
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BeFore you BegIn
External DC Power Supply Connection
You may insert the cable plug of the optional
Cigarette Lighter DC/DC Converter into the
jack located on the right side of the transceiver. In this
case, the “ ” icon will appear in the top right corner
of the LCD display.
When making DC connections via the
solutely certain to observe the proper voltage level and
polarity guidelines.
The
SDD-12
power sources.
can be connected to 12 to 24 Volt DC
SDD-12
Cigarette Lighter DC/DC
Converter (12 to 24 Volts)
As close
as possible
Ferrite Core
Wind the cable one turn,
then snap two halves
SDD-12
SDD-12
EXT DC
, be ab-
and snap its two halves together, per the illustration
above. Attach the ferrite core as close as possible to
the
SDD-12
body, as shown.
Do not connect any accessory unapproved
by YAESU to supply DC power; otherwise
the
FTA-750/FTA-550
may be damaged.
Antenna Installation
To attach the supplied antenna to the
FTA-550
exert a moderate “pinching” pressure on the base
as you press the antenna onto the radio’s antenna
connector. While exerting this pressure, rotate the
antenna clockwise 1/4 turn to lock the antenna in
place.
, grasp the base of the antenna rmly, and
FTA-750/
For noise reduction from exogenous noise, wind one
turn of the
SDD-12
cable around the ferrite core,
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DATA
MIC/SP
EXT
DC
Belt Clip Installation
You may mount the clip to the rear of the
FTA-550
using the supplied screws.
SHB-11
Belt Clip
with two screws (M3 x 8)
FTA-750/
Headset Connection
You may use an optional headset through the supplied
SCU-15
1. Remove the cover and two screws of the
2. Insert the plug of the
3. Fix the plug with two screws attached to the
Headset Adapter Cable (see also Page 87).
Headset
(not supplied)
SCU-15
Headset Adapter Cable
MIC/SP
jack located on the right side of the transceiver.
SCU-15
to the
MIC/SP
jack.
SCU-
.
15
Either of the plug directions are acceptable as
long as the both screws t the screw holes.
4. Insert the plugs of the headset to the sockets of the
SCU-15
.
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Precautions
The
FTA-750/FTA-550
communication on channels used for critical aviation safety communications. Therefore, it is important that this radio be kept away from children or
other unauthorized users at all times.
Do not dispose of the Lithium-ion battery pack in a
re. Do not carry a Lithium-ion battery pack in your
pocket, where keys or coins could short the terminals. This could create a serious fire/burn danger,
and possibly cause damage to the Lithium-ion pack.
The
FTA-750/FTA-550
waterproof capability equivalent to IPX5. Do not
allow the radio to become submerged, and do not
subject it to water spray under pressure.
are capable of two-way
are designed to have the
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Reception (COM Band)
Turning the radio on and off
To turn the radio on,
press and hold the
POWER
“
displayed.
WARNING
switch.
” will be
BasIc operatIon
A channel frequency will
The “
PTT
appear on the display. If
not, press the
key.
BUSY
audio signal is received on the current frequency.
[
COMM
” icon appears on the display when the
]
If you agree with the
warning message, press
the [
ENT
18
] key.
WARNING
This device can only
be used as an aid to
navigation for VFR.
All information
is presented for
reference only.
You assume total
responsibility and
risk associated with
using this device.
I agree
BUSY
127.300
VOL
To turn the radio off, press and hold the
switch.
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POWER
BasIc operatIon
Adjusting the frequency
You may turn the
selector (outer) knob on
the top panel to choose
the desired operating
frequency. The channel
frequency will appear
on the LCD.
Directly entering frequencies from the keypad is the
easiest method if you know the frequency on which
you wish to operate. Just enter the ve digits of the
frequency to move to that frequency.
For example, to set
134.35 MHz,
[1]
[1]
.
[5]
[3]
.
[8]
press
[3]
To set 118.275 MHz,
you do not need to
press the nal “5” in the
frequency as below:
[1]
[7]
DIAL
[4]
[2]
13-.---
VOL
You may recall the operating frequency that you
have used by pressing the [
A list of frequencies you have used will appear be-
low the VOL meter on the display.
Select the desired fre-
quency by pressing the
[◄]
press the [
or
[►]
key, then
ENT
] key.
ENT
BUSY
] key.
133.800
VOL
132.400
134.800
127.600
119.150
124.250
129.200
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PTT
PTT
BasIc operatIon
Adjusting the volume
Rotate the
knob to set the volume
level. If no signal is
present, press the
switch; background
noise will now be heard,
and you may use this
noise to set the
knob for the desired
audio level. Press and
hold the
to silence the noise and
resume normal (quiet)
monitoring.
VOL
SQL
(inner)
SQL
VOL
switch
Adjusting the squelch
Press the
then rotate the
selector knob to set the
SQL
squelch threshold (0 to
15) so that the receiver
is just silenced. A higher number indicates that
a higher signal level
is required in order to
open the squelch.
Press and hold the
threshold to 0 (off).
Your new setting will be saved each time you per-
form either of the operations above.
SQL
switch,
DIAL
SQL
SQL
BUSY
127.300
SQL
switch to set the squelch
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BasIc operatIon
Monitor Switch
When listening to a very weak signal from an aircraft or
ground station, you may observe the signal disappearing
periodically as the incoming signal strength becomes too
weak to override the squelch threshold setting.
To disable the squelch temporarily, press and hold the
switch for 2 seconds. The squelch will remain
SQL
open and you should have a better chance of hearing
weak signals.
To return to normal operation, press the
tarily.
SQL
momen-
Accessing the 121.5 MHz Emergency Frequency
The
FTA-750/FTA-550
121.500 MHz emergency frequency. This function can
be activated even when the keypad lock function (described on Page 46) is in use.
can quickly access the
To access the emergen-
cy frequency, press and
[
hold the
After four beeps, the
transceiver enters the
emergency mode and
the frequency is automatically tuned to
121.500 MHz.
To exit the emergency mode, press the
key. The message conrming the cancelation of the
emergency mode will appear. Press the
key to select “
121.5
]
key.
”, then press the
YES
EMG
121.500
EMERGENCY
VOL
132.400
134.800
127.600
119.150
124.250
129.200
[◄]
[
]
key.
ENT
[
COMM
or
[►]
]
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BasIc operatIon
Transmission (COM Band)
To transmit, press and
hold the
Speak into the microphone area of the front
panel grille in a normal
voice level.
The “
Your
seals around the microphone and speaker enclosure. This requires that you focus your
speech in the direction of the microphone’s location, so as to ensure sufcient voice
input to the radio. Refer to the illustration and observe the location of the internal microphone.
If you nd it difcult to utilize the
speaking directly into the microphone, we recommend the use of the
er/Microphone (option), or an aftermarket aviation headset with boom microphone.
TX
indicates that the
750/FTA-550
the transmit mode, appears on the display.
FTA-750/FTA-550
switch.
PTT
” icon, which
FTA-
are in
PTT
SQL
To return to the receive mode, release the
switch.
Operating Advice: Use of Internal Microphone
are sealed against water ingress, which includes waterproof
FTA-750/FTA-550
conveniently and safely while
SSM-10A
TX
127.300
VOL
Speak-
PTT
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BasIc operatIon
Operation Bands
When the
FTA-750/FTA-550
time, it enters the COMM mode and displays the COM
band screen. The COMM mode is the basic operation
mode of the
FTA-750/FTA-550
through either of the NAV and COM bands using the
knob or the keypad.
NAV band (108.000 - 117.975 MHz):
Band for navigation utilizing data signals emitted by
VOR (VHF omnidirectional range) stations and ILS
(instrument landing system) of airports.
COM band (118.000 - 136.975 MHz):
Band for communication utilizing audio signals.
are turned on for the rst
that
allows you to tune
DIAL
When the
550
FTA-750/FTA-
receive a data signal
associated with VOR or
ILS, the display will automatically switch to the NAV
band screen which shows a
CDI (course deviation indicator) based on the received
signal, and “
indicates that the
FTA-550
are on the NAV
band, appears on the display.
NAV
”, which
FTA-750/
NAV VOR
113.600
KLAX-VOR
VOL
N
33
30
24
When receiving a VOR
signal on the FTA-750
21
15
S
OBS
3
000
6
355
EW
FROM
12
SOGKT
°
°
150
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BasIc operatIon
Operation Modes
The
FTA-750/FTA-550
erate in either of the modes
below. You can switch the
modes via the
displayed by pressing the
[
MENU
panel.
When turning on the
you have used before turning off will automatically be
entered.
MENU
]
key on the front
FTA-750 FTA-550
op-
screen
FTA-750/FTA-550
, the last mode
COMM
The basic operating mode for communication. Navi-
gation through the NAV band is also performed on
this mode.
MR
This mode provides you with the ability to store and
The receive mode for the VHF weather chan-
The position information and status of the GPS sat-
Navigation to the waypoint (destination) memorized
This mode allows certain aspects of your radio’s
(MEMORY)
recall as many as 200 channels in the radio’s main
memory bank.
WX
(WEATHER) (USA/Canada Only)
nel broadcasts. 10 weather channels are pre-programmed at the factory.
GPS
(FTA-750 only)
ellites according to the signals received by the builtin GPS unit are displayed during this mode.
NAVI
(FTA-750 only)
or manually input is carried out in this mode.
SETUP
configuration to be customized for your personal
operating conditions.
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FTA-750/FTA-550 OperATing MAnuAl
BasIc operatIon
Convenient menu items
The
which provide advanced and convenient usage of the
FTA-750/FTA-550
TIMER
You may use the
down timer or a stopwatch through this menu.
FUNCTION
Enables and disables various functions such as scan
and dual watch features through this menu.
screen also includes the following items
MENU
.
FTA-750/FTA-550
as a count-
Resetting the Radio
To clear all memories and other settings to factory defaults:
1.
Press the
2. Select
screen by pressing the
[◄]
then press the
key.
3. Select “
TION
pressing the
key, and then press the
[
ENT
[
“
SETUP
[►]
or
CONFIGURA-
” on the screen by
]
key.
MENU
” on the
key, and
[◄]
]
key to display the
[
]
ENT
[►]
or
MENU
screen
.
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4.
Select
“
RESET
screen by pressing the
[◄]
then press the
key.
or
[►]
key, and
” on the
[
ENT
CONFIGURATION
LAMP
CONTRAST
KEY BEEP
]
TIMER ALARM
BATTERY SAVE
LOCK SELECT
PTT LOCK
RESET
BasIc operatIon
The initialization will start and then “
will be displayed after the radio returns to factory
default.
COMPLETED!
”
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5.
Select
the screen
[◄]
the
then press the
key.
6.
Select
screen
[◄]
or
then press the
key.
“
FACTORY
by pressing
[►]
or
“
OK?
by pressing the
[►]
key, and
on
”
key, and
[
ENT
on the
”
[
ENT
CONFIGURATION
]
CONFIGURATION
CONFIGURATION
]
OK?
RESET
FUNCTION
MEMORY
COMM & GPS
FACTORY
RESET
FACTORY
CANCEL
FTA-750/FTA-550 OperATing MAnuAl
adVanced operatIon
Reception of VOR Signals
When the
FTA-750/FTA-550
omnidirectional range) signal, the display will automatically switch to the NAV band screen which shows a
CDI (course deviation indicator) based on the received
signal, and “
FTA-550
are receiving the VOR signal, appears on the
”, which indicates that the
VOR
display.
NAV VOR
113.600
Compass rose
Course indicator (OBS direction)
Deviation marks
Course deviation needle
OBS (omni bearing selector) value
VOR value
TO/FROM indicator
SOG (speed over ground) value according to the
KLAX-VOR
VOL
N
33
30
24
21
S
FTA-750 FTA-550
OBS
3
000
°
6
355
°
EW
FROM
12
SOGKT
15
150
GPS signal
receive a VOR (VHF
NAV VOR
113.600
VOL
30
24
KLAX-VOR
33
21
N
S
3
6
EW
12
15
FTA-750/
OBS
000
°
355
°
FROM
FTA-750/FTA-550 OperATing MAnuAl
The OBS is set to 0 degree when you use the
750/FTA-550
for the rst time.
FTA-
The last value you have set as the OBS will be dis-
played next time the NAV band screen appears.
The upside of the compass rose always indicates the
direction set as the OBS.
When the OBS is set to a degree within the “TO”
range relative to the VOR signal, the
FTA-550
displays a degree adding (or subtracting)
FTA-750/
180° to (or from) the VOR signal as the VOR value.
The SOG is displayed only when the internal GPS
unit is activated and receives a x in the
FTA-750
.
Note:
You may change the COM band receive frequency while
[
receiving a VOR signal. If the
]
key is pressed
ENT
during the tag name of the VOR station is selected,
the recall screen listing the frequencies you have used
will temporarily appear on the display, so that you may
select a frequency from the list with the
or change the frequency with the
DIAL
[◄]
selector knob.
or
[►]
key
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