Using the memory channels
Frequently used frequencies can be registered to the
memory channels. You can also assign a name to each
memory channel.
Registering frequencies
Switch to VFO mode, then rotate the DIAL to tune in
to the frequency you want to register to the memory
channel. Press and hold
for over one second, then
rotate the DIAL to select the desired memory channel
and press
.
Assigning a name to the memory channel
Press
to switch to memory mode. Rotate the DIAL
to select the memory channel that is to be assigned a
name. Press and hold
for over one second, then
rotate the DIAL to select “MEM NAME 25”.
Press
, then rotate the DIAL to input the name.
You can move the cursor to the right by pressing
.
Press and hold
for over one second to save the
input name.
Scanning
The FTM-3200DR is equipped with a scanning function
to search for memory channels and frequencies with
active signals.
VFO scan
Press
to switch to VFO mode.
Press and hold [
UP
] or [
DWN
] on the microphone for
over one second.
Pressing [
UP
] scans in the higher frequency direction.
Pressing [
DWN
] scans in the lower frequency direction.
Press [
UP
], [
DWN
]
or [
PTT
] on the microphone to cancel
scanning (this does not put the transceiver into transmit
mode).
Memory scan
Frequencies registered to the memory channels can be
scanned in the memory channel number order.
Press
to switch to memory mode.
Press and hold [
UP
] or [
DWN
] on the microphone for
over one second.
Pressing [
UP
] scans the memory channels in an upward
direction.
Pressing [
DWN
] scans the memory channels in a down-
ward direction.
Press [
UP
], [
DWN
]
or
[
PTT
] on the microphone to cancel
scanning (this does not put the transceiver into transmit
mode).
Using the GM function
While in GM mode, if the transceiver receives a signal
from a group member within communication range, the
call sign will appear on the LCD display and the “R” icon
will light up.
* During the GM operation, press and hold
for over
one second to quit the GM operation and return to the
VFO or memory mode operation screen.
Activating GM mode
Tune in to the frequency, then in AMS mode (The “
”
icon blinks) or digital mode (The “
” icon lights), press
and hold
for over one second. The transceiver will
be in GM mode and the “
” icon will light up.
Locking the keys and DIAL
Press Power/LOCK to lock the keys and knobs.
Press Power/LOCK again to unlock.
Communicating
Using this transceiver permits digital communications
with Yaesu C4FM digital amateur transceivers and also
communication with FM analog transceivers.
When using AMS (The “
” icon blinks), the operating
mode recognizes C4FM digital or analog FM signals, and
automatically switches to match the received signal.
When operating in digital modes, be especially aware
of the analog stations using the frequency, and do not
transmit when there is a risk of interference.
* Select the mode in accordance with circumstances.
Transmitting
While pressing [
PTT
] on the microphone, speak into the mi-
crophone keeping it approximately 5 cm from your mouth.
In analog mode, the upper and lower portions of the
indicator light are red. In digital audio mode, the upper
portion lights red and lower portion lights blue.
Receiving
Release [
PTT
] on the microphone to return to receive
mode. Upon receiving a C4FM digital signal, the station
name or call sign of the received station appears.
* You can change the time duration the received station
information is displayed. Press and hold
for over
one second to display the Setup menu, then change the
setting from “DI POPUP 12”.
