FT-2000
Operating Manual
Vertex Standard Co., Ltd.
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If you reduce power using the [RF PWR] knob, the ALC meter reading will
increase; this is normal and does not indicate any problem whatsoever (because
increased ALC voltage is being used to lower the power).
Terminology:
Semi-break-in
This is a pseudo-“VOX” mode used on CW, whereby the closure of the CW key will
engage the transmitter, and release of the key will allow the receiver to receiver
after a short delay. No signals will be heard between the spaces between dots and
dashes (unless the sending speed is extremely slow).
Full break-in
Full break-in (Also known as “Full QSK”) involves very fast switching between
transmit and receive, such that incoming signals may be heard between the dots
and dashes as you send them. This allows you to hear a station that suddenly
starts transmitting on your frequency, while you are in the midst of a
transmission.
Using the Built-in Electronic Keyer
Connect the cable from your keyer paddle to the front or rear panel [KEY] jack.
4. Press the [CW] mode button to engage CW operation.
The operating mode is selected using the [MODE] buttons to the left of the
Main Tuning Dial knob, and the VFO (A or B) to which the selection is applied
is selected by the [A] or [B] button above the [MODE] buttons. Usually, the [A]
button glow Red, signifying Main band (VFO-A) is being adjusted. Similarly,
pressing the [B] button will cause its indicator to blinks Orange for five second,
signifying Sub band (VFO-B) adjustment. Therefore, press the [A] or [B]
button to select the desired VFO, then press the [CW] button to select the CW
mode.
If you press the [CW] button once more, after initially selecting CW, you will
engage the “CW Reverse” mode (see page xx), whereby the “opposite” sideband
injection is used, compared to the “normal” sideband. The CW LED will blink
for three seconds if you select CW Reverse.
1. Rotate the Main Tuning Dial knob to select the desired operating frequency.
2. Press the [KEYER] button. “KEYER” icon will appear in the display, confirming
that the built-in Electronic Keyer is now active.
