Yaesu Musen Yaesu Vr 5000 Communications Reciever Operating Manual

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Priority Operation
The priority feature, which is somewhat similar to Dual Watch, allow you to monitor a
memory channel while checking a “Priority Memory” channel every five seconds for ac-
tivity. If the Priority Memory channel becomes active with a signal strong enough to open
the Squelch, the radio will halt on that frequency and will hold there in accordance with the
setting of the “RESUME” mode described previously.
To setup the Priority Monitoring feature:
1. If you are...

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World Clock
The VR-5000  provides a World Clock with time references to 66 different areas of the
world, for quick time zone recognition.
1. Press the  [
F ]
 key momentarily, then press the  [
4 (
SPL )
]
 key.
2. Confirm that the cursor is on the “ WORLD TIME” menu, then press the  [
ENT (
SET )
]
key. The World Clock and its accompanying World Atlas will appear.
3. Rotate the  DIAL knob to select the desired area.
4. Press the  [
F ]
 key momentarily, then press the  [
9 (...

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World Clock
You can change the area name to be desired name (i.e. “LOS ANGL” change
to “Cerritos”). To do this:
1. Recall the area which you wish change the area name, as descried previously.
2. Press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key to enable the programming of the area name.
3. Program the area name (max 8 characters) using the DIAL knob and keypad, as de-
scried previously then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key. In this case “Cerritos.”
4. Confirm that the cursor is on the “WRITE” menu, then...

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Timer Operation
ON/OFF TIMER
The Program timer can be utilized to set the VR-5000 to user-programmed frequencies
automatically at preset times. This is particularly convenient if you want to be sure not to
miss programs of particular interest.
Programming:
1. Set the Main VFO to the desired receiving frequency (the frequency to which you want
the VR-5000 to switch automatically).
2. Press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the [
9(
TIMER)]
 key.
3. Rotate the DIAL knob to...

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Timer Operation
5. Confirm that the cursor is on the “WRITE” menu option, then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
key.
Notes:
• The program timer requires that both times be on the same day. Therefore, it is not
possible to program a “Start Time” of 23:30 and an “End Time” of 00:30.
• It is possible to set up to 48 program times. However, the times for the programs must
not overlap (the radio cannot switch away during a timer operation to a second pro-
gram).
SLEEP TIMER
The Sleep Timer...

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DSP Operation
Digital Signal Processing is a highly-effective fitering technology which can dramatically
improve reception. The optional DSP Unit (DSP-1) brings to the VR-5000 the following
four features:

DSP NOTCH Filter

DSP Bandpass Filter

DSP CW Peaking Filter

DSP Noise Reducer

CW-PITCH
DSP NOTCH FILTER
Unwanted beat notes within the receiver’s IF filter passband can be effectively removed by
utilization of the DSP NOTCH Filter.
To activate the DSP NOTCH Filter:
1....

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The bandwidth of the DSP Bandpass Filter is critical to its successful utilization, and it
may be modified per the procedure below.
1. Press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the [
DSP]
 key.
2. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the cursor to the “LOW-CUT” menu option, then press the
[
• (
BEEP)]
 key; this enables adjustment of the cutoff frequencies of the DSP Bandpass
Filter.
3. Press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key, then rotate the DIAL knob to adjust the low-frequency
cutoff of the...

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DSP NOISE REDUCTION
The DSP Noise Reduction feature can be effective against a wide variety of noise types; it
is not limited to the “impulse” type (such as ignition noise).
To activate the DSP Noise Reduction system:
1. It is helpful to set up the receiver on a frequency with a station present, so you can hear
the effects of any changes you make. Press the [
DSP]
 key to engage the DSP.
2. Press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the [
DSP]
 key.
3. Rotate the DIAL knob to...

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ATT (
RF ATTENUATOR)
For situations where extremely high signal levels are present, the receiver’s input AT Tenuator
may be activated, to reduce the sensitivity and total gain of the receiver system.
1. To activate the Attenuator, press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the [
1(
AT T)]
 key.
The “AT T” icon will appear on the display. You should also hear a decrease in the
incoming signal strength (and background noise) with the Attenuator engaged.
2. To switch the...

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LOCKING FRONT PANEL CONTROLS
In order to prevent accidental frequency change, the VR-5000’s front panel Controls may
be locked out.
1. To lock out the Front Panel Controls, press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the
[
2(
LOCK)]
 key. The “KEY” icon will appear on the display.
2. To cancel locking, press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the [
2(
LOCK)]
 key; the
“KEY” icon will disappear from the display.
You can change the lockout combinations. This feature allows you...