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VL-2000 Operating Manual
Congratulations! You are now the owner of the Yaesu
VL-2000
Linear Amplifier, which brings you leading-edge technol-
ogy for the ultimate in operating convenience and reliability. We appreciate your investment in Yaesu equipment, and wish
you many years of satisfying operation using your new amplifier!
The
VL-2000
is an all-solid-state linear amplifier operating on the 160 through 6 meter amateur bands at a power output
level of 1500 Watts on all modes*. The
VL-2000
includes a built-in antenna tuner with 470 memories for tuning data, and
microprocessor control of the tuning circuitry. The
VL-2000
features input jacks for two different exciters, as well as five
antenna jacks for connection of antennas for different bands.
The separate
VP-2000
Power Supply Unit provides the +48 Volts required by the PA transistors, as well as all required
control voltages for the amplifier. The
VL-2000
normally is powered via 220 Volt AC mains, although it can be operated,
at the 500 Watt level, from 120 Volt AC power.
We encourage you to read this manual thoroughly before beginning installation and operation of your
VL-2000
Linear
Amplifier. The details regarding proper installation and operating advice contained in these pages will help you derive
maximum satisfaction from your new Yaesu equipment. Be certain to observe all due safety precautions when using this
high-power device!
General Description
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Antenna Cable (T9101600) ..................................................................................................................................1
Control Cable (T9101599) ...................................................................................................................................1
RCA Plug (P0091365) .........................................................................................................................................2
8-pin DIN Plug (P0090651) .................................................................................................................................1
Operating Manual ...............................................................................................................................................1
Warranty Card .....................................................................................................................................................1
FCC ID: K6620321X70
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