Yaesu VX-8GRSM Service Manual
144/430 MHz
Dual-Band FM Transceiver
with GPS
VX-8GR
Technical Supplement
©2010 VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD. Printed in Japan.
EH041M90A
Introduction
This manual provides the technical information necessary for servicing the VX-8GR
144/430 MHz Dual-Band FM Transceiver.
Servicing this equipment requires expertise in handing surface-mount chip components.
Attempts by non-qualified persons to service this equipment may result in permanent
damage not covered by the warranty, and may be illegal in some countries.
Two PCB layout diagrams provided for each double-sided board in this transceiver.
Each side of the board is referred to by the type of the majority of components installed on
that side ("Side A" or "Side B"). In most cases one side has only chip components, and the
other has either a mixture of both chip and leaded components (trimmers, coils, electrolytic
capacitors, ICs, etc.), or leaded components only.
While we believe the information in this manual to be correct, VERTEX STANDARD
assumes no liability for damage that may occur as a result of typographical or other errors
that may be present. Your cooperation in pointing out any inconsistencies in the technical
information would be appreciated.
VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD.
4-8-8 Nakameguro, Meguro-Ku, Tokyo 153-8644, Japan
VERTEX STANDARD
US Headquarters
10900 Walker Street, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A.
YAESU UK LTD.
Unit 12, Sun Valley Business Park, Winnall Close
Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 0LB, U.K.
VERTEX STANDARD HK LTD.
Unit 5, 20/F., Seaview Centre, 139-141 Hoi Bun Road,
Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong
VERTEX STANDARD (AUSTRALIA) PTY., LTD.
Normanby Business Park, Unit 14/45 Normanby Road
Notting Hill 3168, Victoria, Australia
Important Note
1) This transceiver was assembled using Pb (lead) free solder, based on the RoHS specification.
Only lead-free solder (Alloy Composition: Sn-3.0Ag-0.5Cu) should be used for repairs performed on this apparatus. The solder stated
above utilizes the alloy composition required for compliance with the lead-free specification, and any solder with the above alloy
composition may be used.
2) Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
Contents
Specification ........................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Exploded View & Miscellaneous Parts ............................................................................................................................. 4
Block Diagram ....................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Alignment ............................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Board Unit (Schematics, Layouts & Parts)
RF Unit Circuit Diagram ............................................................................................................................................... 19
RF Unit Parts Layout ..................................................................................................................................................... 20
RF Unit Parts List ........................................................................................................................................................... 21
CNTL Unit Circuit Diagram ......................................................................................................................................... 37
CNTL Unit Parts Layout ............................................................................................................................................... 38
CNTL Unit Parts List ..................................................................................................................................................... 39
CABLE Unit Circuit Diagram ....................................................................................................................................... 49
CABLE Unit Parts Layout ............................................................................................................................................. 49
CONNECT Unit Circuit Diagram ................................................................................................................................ 50
CONNECT Unit Parts Layout ...................................................................................................................................... 50
MAIN VCO Unit Circuit Diagram ............................................................................................................................... 51
MAIN VCO Unit Parts Layout ..................................................................................................................................... 51
MAIN VCO Unit Parts List ........................................................................................................................................... 53
SUB VCO Unit Circuit Diagram ................................................................................................................................... 55
SUB VCO Unit Parts Layout ........................................................................................................................................ 55
SUB VCO Unit Parts List .............................................................................................................................................. 57
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Specifications
GENERAL
Frequency Ranges: A (Main) Band RX: 108-137 MHz (Air Band)
137-174 MHz (144 MHz HAM)
174-222 MHz (VHF-TV)
222-420 MHz (General 1)
420-470 MHz (430 MHz HAM)
470-800 MHz (UHF-TV, Cellular Blocked)
800-999.90 MHz (General 2, Cellular Blocked)
B (Sub) Band RX: 108-137 MHz (Air Band)
137-174 MHz (144 MHz HAM)
174-222 MHz (VHF-TV)
222-420 MHz (General 1)
420-470 MHz (430 MHz HAM)
470-580 MHz (UHF-TV)
TX: 144-146 MHz or 144-148 MHz
430-440 MHz or 430-450 MHz
Channel Steps: 5/6.25/8.33/10/12.5/15/20/25/50/100 kHz
Emission Type: F1D, F2A, F2D, F3E
Frequency Stability: ±5 ppm (–10 °C to +60 °C [+14 °F to +140 °F])
Repeater Shift: ±600 kHz (144 MHz), ±1.6/5.0/7.6 MHz (430 MHz)
Antenna Impedance: 50 Ohms
Supply Voltage: Nominal: 7.4 V DC (Negative Ground)
Operating: 4-14 V DC (Negative Ground, EXT DC jack)
Operating with Charging: 11-16 V DC (Negative Ground, EXT DC jack)
Current Consumption: 200 mA (Mono Band Receive)
(@7.4 VDC, approx.) 240 mA (Dual Band Receive)
85 mA (Mono Band Receive, Standby, Saver Off)
120 mA (Dual Band Receive, Standby, Saver Off)
35 mA (Mono Band Receive, Standby, Saver On “Save Ratio 1:5”)
42 mA (Dual Band Receive, Standby, Saver On “Save Ratio 1:5”)
2 mA (Auto Power Off)
1.7A (144 MHz, 5W TX)
1.9 A (430 MHz, 5W TX)
Operating Temperature: –20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F)
Case Size (W x H x D): 60 x 95 x 28 mm (2.4” x 3.7” x 1.1”) w/o knob & antenna
Weight (Approx.): 250 g (8.8 oz) with FNB-101LI & antenna
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TRANSMITTER
RF Power Output: 1.0 W (@4.5 V: AA x 3)
5.0 W (@7.4 V or EXT DC)
L3: 2.5 W, L2: 1 W, L1: 0.05 W (@7.4 V)
Modulation Type: F2E, F3E: Variable Reactance
Maximum Deviation: ±5 kHz (F2E/F3E)
Spurious Emission: At least 60 dB below (@ TX power HI/L3/L2)
At least 50 dB below (@ TX power L1)
Microphone Impedance: 2k Ohms
RECEIVER
Circuit Type: Double-Conversion Superheterodyne
IF: 1st: 47.25 MHz (A (Main) Band),
46.35 MHz (B (Sub) Band),
2nd: 450 kHz
Sensitivity: 1.5 µV (TYP) for 10 dB SN (108-137 MHz @AM)
0.2 µV for 12 dB SINAD (137-140 MHz @NFM)
0.16 µV for 12 dB SINAD (140-150 MHz @NFM)
0.2 µV for 12 dB SINAD (150-174 MHz @NFM)
1.0 µV for 12 dB SINAD (174-222 MHz @NFM)
0.5 µV for 12 dB SINAD (300-350 MHz @NFM)
0.2 µV for 12 dB SINAD (350-400 MHz @NFM)
0.18 µV for 12 dB SINAD (400-470 MHz @NFM)
1.5 µV for 12 dB SINAD (470-540 MHz @NFM)
3.0 µV (TYP) for 12 dB SINAD (540-800 MHz @NFM)
1.5 µV (TYP) for 12 dB SINAD (800-999.90 MHz @NFM)
(Cellular Blocked)
Selectivity: 12 kHz/35 kHz (–6dB/–60dB: NFM, AM)
AF Output: 200 mW @ 8 Ohms for 10 % THD (@ 7.4 V DC)
400 mW @ 8 Ohms for 10 % THD (@ 13.8 V DC)
Specifications
Specifications are subject to change without notice, and are guaranteed within the 144/430 MHz amateur bands only.
Cellular Blocked per FCC rule Part 15.121, may not receive 900 MHz Amateur band.
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Exploded View & Miscellaneous Parts
CONNECT Unit
RA1016900
SUPPORT (PTT)
RA101320B
RUBBER (PTT)
RA107300A
SPACER(PTT)
RA1230000
KEY PAD
RA1229400
GASKET (SP)
M4090189
SPEAKER(0.5W/16-ohm)
RA101370B
SP HOLDER
RA1229300
RUBBER PACKING (LCD)
RA1228900 (X2pcs)
LIGHT GUIDE (WIN)
RA1271800
DIFFUSER SHEET (LCD)
RA1271700
SHADING SHEET(LCD)
RA1013800
SHEET (LCD)
RA1257100 (X2pcs)
SPACER(SP)
CNTL Unit
CP9697002 (USA)
CP9697003 (EXP)
FRONT CASE ASSY
RA1231200
MASK SHEET (MOTOR)
RA1229500
BRACKET (MOTOR)
M2190034
VIBRATION MOTOR
Removing the Rear Case Assy
1. Please order the screw M2.6X30 (P/N;
U00230001).
2. Remove the ENCODER KNOB (A) and SPECIAL SCREW (B).
3. Remove the two screws (C).
4. Turn the M2.6x30 screw several times to
affix the screw to the bottom right corner.
5. Press the top of the screw toward to a panel
top to remove the rear case Assy from the
front panel.
(C)
(B)
(A)
screw M2.6X30
(C)
RA1229100
RUBBER PACKING (LED)
RA1228800
LIGHT GUIDE (LED)
RA1228600
ENCODER KNOB
RA124430A
WINDOW ASSY (YAESU)
RA1229000
CAP (SIDE)
RA060450B
SPECIAL NUT (M)
RA1037500
O RING (6.5X2)
Q7000614A
LCD MODULE
RA1273400
LCD SHEET(B)
RA1228700
LCD HOLDER
RA1229200
MIC HOLDER RUBBER
RA1266400
MASK SHEET (DATA)
RA1257000
MASK SHEET (EXT)
RA0434100
SHEET (M-TEX1131)
RA1267500
DOUBLE FACE (RUBBER)
RA0603600
O RING (1X4.2)
RA1012700
GASKET
RA1012800
PACKING PAD (POW)
CP9698001
CHASSIS ASSY
(w/ PACKING PAD, O RING,
SMA CONNECTOR)
CABLE Unit
Q7000642
GPS MODULE
RA1037400
O RIN G (4.8X1.9)
RA1272300 (X2pcs)
SHEET(CNT)
SUB VCO Unit
RA1229700
STUD A
RA1229800
STUD B
RA0337300
SHEET
RA1007400
SHIELD CASE VCO
RA1007400
SHIELD CASE VCO
MAIN VCO Unit
RA1274400
SUPPORT(CONT)
RF Unit
Non-designated parts are available only as part of a
designated assembly.
RA1229800
STUD B
RA1229700
STUD A
RA1267700
SHEET (LABEL)
RA1231300
MASK SHEET (SW)
RUBBER ANTENNA YHA-72
AC-DC ADAPTOR NC-86B (USA)
AC-DC ADAPTOR NC-86C (EXP)
U07230102
U9900241
U9900181
U9900242
U9900239
U9900243
U9900240
U07240202
PAN HEAD SCREW M2X3NI #1
PAN HEAD TAPTITE-B 2X10SUS #3
TAPTITE SCREW 2X3.5(CAP)
TAPPING SCREW 2X2.5NI
PAN HEAD TAPTITE-B 2X3NI #3
TAPPING SCREW M2X3NI
PAN HEAD TAPTITE-B 1.4X3NI #3
PAN HEAD SCREW M2X4NI#2
Q3000236
Q9500149
Q9500150
1
2
1
6
9
2
2
2
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Block Diagram
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Block Diagram
Note
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Alignment
Introduction and Precautions
The has been carefully aligned at the factory
for the specified performance across the specified ama-
teur bands. Realignment should therefore not be neces-
sary except in the event of a component failure. All com-
ponent replacement and service should be performed only
by an authorized VERTEX STANDARD representative,
or the warranty policy may be voided.
The following procedures cover the sometimes critical
and tedious adjustments that are not normally required
once the transceiver has left the factory. However, if dam-
age occurs and some parts are replaced, realignment may
be required. If a sudden problem occurs during normal
operation, it is likely due to component failure; realign-
ment should not be done until after the faulty compo-
nent has been replaced.
We recommend that servicing be performed only by
authorized VERTEX STANDARD service technicians,
who are experienced with the circuitry and fully
equipped for repair and alignment. Therefore, if a fault
is suspected, contact the dealer from whom the trans-
ceiver was purchased for instructions regarding repair.
Authorized VERTEX STANDARD service technicians
realign all circuits and make complete performance
checks to ensure compliance with factory specifications
after replacing any faulty components.
Those who do undertake any of the following align-
ments are cautioned to proceed at their own risk. Prob-
lems caused by unauthorized attempts at realignment
are not covered by the warranty policy. Also, VERTEX
STANDARD must reserve the right to change circuits
and alignment procedures in the interest of improved
performance, without notifying owners.
Under no circumstances should any alignment be at-
tempted unless the normal function and operation of the
transceiver are clearly understood, the cause of the mal-
function has been clearly pinpointed and any faulty com-
ponents replaced, and the need for realignment deter-
mined to be absolutely necessary.
Required Test Equipment
H RF Signal Generator with calibrated output level at 500 MHz
H Deviation Meter (linear detector)
H In-line Wattmeter with 5% accuracy at 500 MHz
H 50-ohm, 10-W RF Dummy Load
H 8-ohm AF Dummy Load
H Regulated DC Power Supply adjustable from 8 to 16 V DC, 3A
H Frequency Counter: 0.2-ppm accuracy at 500 MHz
H AF Signal Generator
H AC Voltmeter
H DC Voltmeter: high impedance
H UHF Sampling Coupler
H SINAD Meter
Alignment Preparation & Precautions
A 10-W RF dummy load and in-line wattmeter must
be connected to the main antenna jack in all procedures
that call for transmission, alignment is not possible with
an antenna. After completing one step, read the next step
to see if the same test equipment is required. If not, re-
move the test equipment (except dummy load and watt-
meter, if connected) before proceeding.
Correct alignment requires that the ambient tempera-
ture be the same as that of the transceiver and test equip-
ment, and that this temperature be held constant between
68~86°F (20~30°C). 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 os-
cillator shields and circuit boards firmly affixed in place.
Also, the test equipment must be thoroughly warmed
up before beginning.
Note: Signal levels in dB referred to in the alignment proce-
dure are based on 0 dBµ=0.5 µV (closed circuit).
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Alignment
Internal System Alignment Routine
This uses a programmed routine in the transceiver
which simplifies many previously complex discrete com-
ponent settings and adjustments with digitally-con-
trolled settings via front panel buttons and LCD indica-
tions.
1. To begin, set the transceiver to the VFO mode on the
"A-Band" in the "Mono" band mode.
2. Program a password for the Alignment (AH041M) ac-
cording to the following procedure:
1) Press and hold the [
enter the Set mode.
2) Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set Mode Item 16:
CW ID.
3) Press the [
of this Set Mode Item.
4) Rotate the
5) Press the [
[
HM/RV
entry.
6) Program the password "AH041M" using the DIAL
knob (select the character), and [
key (move the cursor).
7) When you have completed the password, press the
[
MENU
exit to normal operation.
Remember to delete the password "AH041M"from the
Set Mode Item 16: CW ID when the alignment adjust-
ments are finished by pressing and holding in the [
] key for two seconds (as in step 5 above).
RV
3. Press the [PWR] switch for two seconds to turn the
transceiver "off".
4. Press and hold in the [
the transceiver "on" again. The transceiver will enter
the adjustment mode, and the display will show the
first alignment setting. Thereafter, the frequencies used
during alignment will automatically be set without
action by the technician.
] key for two seconds to clear any previous
] key briefly, then press the PTT switch to
] key briefly to enable adjustment
MENU
DIAL knob to select "ON".
] key, then press and hold in the
MODE
] key for one second to
MENU
BAND
HM/RV
] key while powering
]/[
MODE
HM/
As each transceiver is individually optimized at the
factory, the precise settings for the transceiver on your
bench may be slightly different.
PLL Reference Frequency Adjustment (PLL REF)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 1: TX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"PLL REF".
Ì Press the [V/M] button (the "" icon will appear on the
display).
Ì Press the PTT switch to transmit and rotate the DIAL
knob so that the frequency counter setting is 440.000
MHz (±100 Hz).
Ì Release the PTT switch, then press the [
(the "" icon will disappear from the display).
V/M
] button
50-ohm RF
Dummy Load
Sampling
Coupler
]
In-Line
Wattmeter
Deviation
Meter
Frequency
Counter
Figure 1: TX Alignment Setup
RF Signal
Generator
8-ohm
AF Load
SINAD
Meter
DIAL
[V/M]
[V/M]
[
HM/RV
]
Figure 2: RX Alignment Setup
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A-Band 430 MHz Band Adjustment
Receiver Sensitivity Adjustment (TUNE DC)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 2: RX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"TUNE DC".
Ì Set the RF Signal Generator output to 435.100 MHz, at
a level of -10 dBµ, ±3.5 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz
audio tone.
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob for maximum deflection on the
SINAD meter.
Ì Press the [
the display).
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
] button (the "" icon will disappear on
V/M
Alignment
FM S-Meter S-1 Adjustment (S1 LEVEL)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 2: RX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"S1 LEVEL" with "NFM" icon.
Ì Set the RF Signal Generator output to 435.100 MHz, at
a level of -7 dBµ, ±3.5 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz au-
dio tone.
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Press the [
S-1 level.
Ì Press the [
the display).
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
] key two times to store the FM SMeter
F/W
] button (the "" icon will disappear on
V/M
Squelch Hysteresis Confirmation (HIS SQL)
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"HIS SQL".
Ì Confirm that the alignment value is "0".
Squelch Threshold Adjustment (THLD SQL)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 2: RX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"THLD SQL".
Ì Set the RF Signal Generator output to 435.100 MHz, at a level
of -12 dBµ, ±3.5 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz audio tone.
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Press the [
Threshold level
Ì Press the [
the display).
Tight Squelch Adjustment (TIGH SQL)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 2: RX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"TIGH SQL".
Ì Set the RF Signal Generator output to 435.100 MHz, at a level
of -4 dBµ, ±3.5 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz audio tone.
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Press the [
Tight level.
Ì Press the [
the display).
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
] key two times to store the Squelch
F/W
] button (the "" icon will disappear on
V/M
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
] key two times to to store the Squelch
F/W
] button (the "" icon will disappear on
V/M
FM S-Meter Full-Scale Adjustment (S9 LEVEL)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 2: RX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"S9 LEVEL" with "NFM" icon.
Ì Set the RF Signal Generator output to 435.100 MHz, at
a level of +20 dBµ, ±3.5 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz
audio tone.
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Press the [
Full Scale level.
Ì Press the [
the display).
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
] key two times to store the FM SMeter
F/W
] button (the "" icon will disappear on
V/M
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Alignment
TX Power (HI) Adjustment (HI POWER)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 1: TX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"HI POWER".
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Press the PTT switch to transmit and rotate the DIAL
knob so that the Power Meter reading is 4.9 W (±0.1
W).
Ì Release the PTT switch, and then press the [
ton (the "" icon will disappear on the display).
TX Power (L3) Adjustment (L3 POWER)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 1: TX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"L3 POWER".
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Press the PTT switch to transmit and rotate the DIAL
knob so that the Power Meter setting is 2.5 W (±0.1
W).
Ì Release the PTT switch, and then press the [
ton (the "" icon will disappear on the display).
TX Power (L2) Adjustment (L2 POWER)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 1: TX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"L2 POWER".
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Press the PTT switch to transmit and rotate the DIAL
knob so that the Power Meter setting is 1.0 W (±0.1
W).
Ì Release the PTT switch, and then press the [
ton (the "" icon will disappear on the display).
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
V/M
V/M
V/M
] but-
] but-
] but-
TX Power (L1) Adjustment (L1 POWER)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 1: TX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"L1 POWER".
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Press the PTT switch to transmit and rotate the DIAL
knob so that the Power Meter setting is 50 mW (+30
mW/ -0 W).
Ì Release the PTT switch, and then press the [
ton (the "" icon will disappear on the display).
TX Deviation Adjustment (MAX DEV)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 1: TX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"MAX DEV".
Ì Set the AF Signal Generator output to 50 mVrms with
a 1 kHz audio tone.
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Press the PTT switch to transmit and rotate the DIAL
knob so that the Deviation Meter setting is 4.2 kHz ±
0.05 kHz (USA version) or 4.5 kHz ± 0.05 kHz (EXP
version).
Ì Release the PTT switch, and then press the [
ton (the "" icon will disappear on the display).
CTCSS TX Deviation Adjustment (100.0Hz)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 1: TX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"100.0Hz".
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Press the PTT switch to transmit without the micro-
phone input and rotate the DIAL knob so that the De-
viation Meter setting is 0.65 kHz (±0.05 kHz).
Ì Release the PTT switch, and then press the [
ton (the "" icon will disappear on the display).
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
V/M
V/M
V/M
] but-
] but-
] but-
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DCS TX Deviation Adjustment (DCS 023)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 1: TX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"DCS 023".
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Press the PTT switch to transmit without the micro-
phone input and rotate the DIAL knob so that the De-
viation Meter setting is 0.65 kHz (±0.05 kHz).
Ì Release the PTT switch, and then press the [
ton (the "" icon will disappear on the display).
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
V/M
] but-
Alignment
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A-Band 144 MHz Band Adjustment
Press the [BAND] key to select the 144 MHz Amateur
band.
Receiver Sensitivity Adjustment (TUNE DC)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 2: RX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"TUNE DC".
Ì Set the RF Signal Generator output to 145.100 MHz, at
a level of -10 dBµ, ±3.5 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz
audio tone.
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob for maximum deflection on the
SINAD meter.
Ì Press the [
the display).
Squelch Hysteresis Confirmation (HIS SQL)
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"HIS SQL".
Ì Confirm that the alignment value is "0".
Squelch Threshold Adjustment (THLD SQL)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 2: RX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"THLD SQL".
Ì Set the RF Signal Generator output to 145.100 MHz, at
a level of -12 dBµ, ±3.5 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz
audio tone.
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Press the [
Threshold level.
Ì Press the [
the display).
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
] button (the "" icon will disappear on
V/M
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
] key two times to store the Squelch
F/W
] button (the "" icon will disappear on
V/M
Tight Squelch Adjustment (TIGH SQL)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 2: RX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"TIGH SQL".
Ì Set the RF Signal Generator output to 145.100 MHz, at
a level of +4 dBµ, ±3.5 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz
audio tone.
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Press the [
Tight level.
Ì Press the [
the display).
FM S-Meter S-1 Adjustment (S1 LEVEL)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 2: RX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"S1 LEVEL" with "NFM" icon.
Ì Set the RF Signal Generator output to 145.100 MHz, at
a level of -7 dBµ, ±3.5 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz au-
dio tone.
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Press the [
S-1 level.
Ì Press the [
the display).
FM S-Meter Full-Scale Adjustment (S9 LEVEL)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 2: RX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"S9 LEVEL" with "NFM" icon.
Ì Set the RF Signal Generator output to 145.100 MHz, at
a level of +20 dBµ, ±3.5 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz
audio tone.
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Press the [
Full Scale level.
Ì Press the [
the display).
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
] key two times to store the Squelch
F/W
] button (the "" icon will disappear on
V/M
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
] key two times to store the FM S-Meter
F/W
] button (the "" icon will disappear on
V/M
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
] key two times to store the FM S-Meter
F/W
] button (the "" icon will disappear on
V/M
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Wide FM S-Meter S-1 Adjustment (S1 LEVEL)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 2: RX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"S1 LEVEL" with "WFM" icon.
Ì Set the RF Signal Generator output to 145.100 MHz, at
a level of 0 dBµ, ±20 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz audio
tone.
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Press the [
Meter S-1 level.
Ì Press the [
the display).
Wide FM S-Meter Full-Scale Adjustment (S9 LEVEL)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 2: RX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"S9 LEVEL" with "WFM" icon.
Ì Set the RF Signal Generator output to 145.100 MHz, at
a level of +20 dBµ, ±20 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz
audio tone.
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Press the [
Meter Full Scale level.
Ì Press the [
the display).
TX Power (HI) Adjustment (HI POWER)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 1: TX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"HI POWER".
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Press the PTT switch to transmit and rotate the DIAL
knob so that the Power Meter setting is 5.0 W (±0.1
W).
Ì Release the PTT switch, then press the [
(the "" icon will disappear on the display).
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
] key two times to store the Wide FM S-
F/W
] button (the "" icon will disappear on
V/M
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
] key two times to store the Wide FM S-
F/W
] button (the "" icon will disappear on
V/M
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
V/M
] button
TX Power (L3) Adjustment (L3 POWER)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 1: TX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"L3 POWER".
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Press the PTT switch to transmit and rotate the DIAL
knob so that the Power Meter setting is 2.5 W (±0.1
W).
Ì Release the PTT switch, then press the [
(the "" icon will disappear on the display).
TX Power (L2) Adjustment (L2 POWER)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 1: TX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"L2 POWER".
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Press the PTT switch to transmit and rotate the DIAL
knob so that the Power Meter setting is 1.0 W (±0.1
W).
Ì Release the PTT switch, then press the [
(the "" icon will disappear on the display).
TX Power (L1) Adjustment (L1 POWER)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 1: TX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"L1 POWER".
Press the [
the display).
Ì Press the PTT switch to transmit and rotate the DIAL
knob so that the Power Meter setting is 50 mW (+30
mW/ -20 mW) (VX-8E Type: 0.2W±0.05W).
Ì Release the PTT switch, then press the [
(the "" icon will disappear on the display).
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
V/M
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
V/M
] button (the "" icon will appear on
V/M
V/M
] button
] button
] button
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TX Deviation Adjustment (MAX DEV)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 1: TX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"MAX DEV".
Ì Set the AF Signal Generator output to 50 mVrms with
a 1 kHz audio tone.
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Press the PTT switch to transmit and rotate the DIAL
knob so that the Deviation Meter setting is 4.2 kHz ±
0.2 kHz (USA version) or 4.5 kHz ± 0.2 kHz (EXP/EU
versions).
Ì Release the PTT switch, and then press the [
ton (the "" icon will disappear on the display).
CTCSS TX Deviation Adjustment (100.0Hz)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 1: TX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"100.0Hz".
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Press the PTT switch to transmit without the micro-
phone input and rotate the DIAL knob so that the De-
viation Meter setting is 0.65 kHz (±0.05 kHz).
Ì Release the PTT switch, and then press the [
ton (the "" icon will disappear on the display).
DCS TX Deviation Adjustment (DCS 023)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 1: TX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"DCS 023".
Ì Press the [
display).
Ì Press the PTT switch to transmit without the micro-
phone input and rotate the DIAL knob so that the De-
viation Meter setting is 0.65 kHz (±0.05 kHz).
Ì Release the PTT switch, then press the [
(the "" icon will disappear on the display).
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
] button (the "" icon will appear on the
V/M
V/M
] but-
V/M
] but-
V/M
] button
B-Band 430 MHz Band Adjustment
Press and hold in the [B] key for two seconds to change
the operating band to the "B-Band".
Note: When the transceiver recalls Alignment Menu "PLL
REF", the [B] key operation is ignored. In this case, rotate
the DIAL knob to select an Alignment Menu other than
"PLL REF".
Receiver Sensitivity Adjustment (TUNE DC)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 2: RX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"TUNE DC".
Ì Set the RF Signal Generator output to 435.100 MHz, at
a level of -10 dBµ, ±3.5 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz
audio tone.
Ì Press the [
the display).
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob for maximum deflection on the
SINAD meter.
Ì Press the [
the display).
Squelch Hysteresis Confirmation (HIS SQL)
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"HIS SQL".
Ì Confirm that the alignment value is "0".
Squelch Threshold Adjustment (THLD SQL)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 2: RX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"THLD SQL".
Ì Set the RF Signal Generator output to 435.100 MHz, at
a level of -11 dBµ, ±3.5 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz
audio tone.
Ì Press the [
the display).
Ì Press the [
Threshold level.
Ì Press the [
the display).
] button (the "" icon will appear on
V/M
] button (the "" icon will disappear on
V/M
] button (the "" icon will appear on
V/M
] key two times to store the Squelch
F/W
] button (the "" icon will disappear on
V/M
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Tight Squelch Adjustment (TIGH SQL)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 2: RX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"TIGH SQL".
Ì Set the RF Signal Generator output to 435.100 MHz, at
a level of -3 dBµ, ±3.5 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz au-
dio tone.
Ì Press the [
the display).
Ì Press the [
Tight level.
Ì Press the [
the display).
FM S-Meter S-1 Adjustment (S1 LEVEL)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 2: RX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"S1 LEVEL" with "NFM" icon.
Ì Set the RF Signal Generator output to 435.100 MHz, at
a level of -7 dBµ, ±3.5 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz au-
dio tone.
Ì Press the [
the display).
Ì Press the [
S-1 level.
Ì Press the [
the display).
] button (the "" icon will appear on
V/M
] key two times to store the Squelch
F/W
] button (the "" icon will disappear on
V/M
] button (the "" icon will appear on
V/M
] key two times to store the FM S-Meter
F/W
] button (the "" icon will disappear on
V/M
FM S-Meter Full-Scale Adjustment (S9 LEVEL)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 2: RX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"S9 LEVEL" with "NFM" icon.
Ì Set the RF Signal Generator output to 435.100 MHz, at
a level of +20 dBµ, ±3.5 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz
audio tone.
Ì Press the [
the display).
Ì Press the [
Full Scale level.
Ì Press the [
the display).
NOTICE: Do not touch the following Alignment Menus:
"PLL REF"
"HI POWER"
"L3 POWER"
"L2 POWER"
"L1 POWER"
"MAX DEV"
"HI POWER"
"100.0Hz"
"DCS 023"
] button (the "" icon will appear on
V/M
] key two times to store the FM S-Meter
F/W
] button (the "" icon will disappear on
V/M
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B-Band 144 MHz Band Adjustment
Press the [BAND] key to select the 144 MHz Amateur
band.
Receiver Sensitivity Adjustment (TUNE DC)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 2: RX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"TUNE DC".
Ì Set the RF Signal Generator output to 145.100 MHz, at
a level of -10 dBµ, ±3.5 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz
audio tone.
Ì Press the [
the display).
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob for maximum deflection on the
SINAD meter.
Ì Press the [
the display).
Squelch Hysteresis Confirmation (HIS SQL)
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"HIS SQL".
Ì Confirm that the alignment value is "0".
Squelch Threshold Adjustment (THLD SQL)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 2: RX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"THLD SQL".
Ì Set the RF Signal Generator output to 145.100 MHz, at
a level of -11 dBµ, ±3.5 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz
audio tone.
Ì Press the [
the display).
Ì Press the [
Threshold level.
Ì Press the [
the display).
] button (the "" icon will appear on
V/M
] button (the "" icon will disappear on
V/M
] button (the "" icon will appear on
V/M
] key two times to store the Squelch
F/W
] button (the "" icon will disappear on
V/M
Tight Squelch Adjustment (TIGH SQL)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 2: RX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"TIGH SQL".
Ì Set the RF Signal Generator output to 145.100 MHz, at a
level of -3 dBµ, ±3.5 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz audio tone.
Ì Press the [
the display).
Ì Press the [
Tight level.
Ì Press the [
on the display).
FM S-Meter S-1 Adjustment (S1 LEVEL)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 2: RX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
"S1 LEVEL" with "NFM" icon.
Ì Set the RF Signal Generator output to 145.100 MHz, at
a level of -7 dBµ, ±3.5 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz
audio tone.
Ì Press the [
the display).
Ì Press the [
S-1 level.
Ì Press the [
on the display).
] button (the "" icon will appear on
V/M
] key two times to store the Squelch
F/W
] button (the "" icon will disappear
V/M
] button (the "" icon will appear on
V/M
] key two times to store the FM S-Meter
F/W
] button (the "" icon will disappear
V/M
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FM S-Meter Full-Scale Adjustment (S9 LEVEL)
Ì Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 2: RX
Alignment Setup.
Ì Rotate the DIAL knob to select the Alignment Menu
" " with "NFM" icon.
Ì Set the RF Signal Generator output to 145.100 MHz, at
a level of +20 dBµ, ±3.5 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz
audio tone.
Ì Press the [
the display).
Ì Press the [
Full Scale level.
Ì Press the [
the displayy).
NOTICE: Do not touch the following Alignment Menus:
"PLL REF"
"HI POWER"
"L3 POWER"
"L2 POWER"
"L1 POWER"
"MAX DEV"
"HI POWER"
"100.0Hz"
"DCS 023"
] button (the "" icon will appear on
V/M
] key two times to store the FM S-Meter
F/W
] button (the "" icon will disappear on
V/M
Alignment
This completes the internal alignment routine for all
bands. To save all settings and exit, press the [HM/RV]
button.
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Note
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