Yaesu Musen Yaesu Vr 5000 Communications Reciever Operating Manual

							VR-5000 OPERATING MANUAL39
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 operating on just one Memory Bank, select the Memory Bank within which
the desired “Priority Channel” is to be found.
2. Press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the [
V/M(
MW)]
 key.
3. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the cursor to the “Channel” menu, then press the
[
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the channel you wish to designate as the “Priority”
channel. The channel frequency will appear at the botto of the left side of the display.
5. Press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the [
5(
PRI)]
 key. A “PRI” icon will appear
to the left of the memory channel number on the LCD. Now press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
6. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the cursor to the “END” menu option, then press the
[
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
7. Confirm that the cursor is on the “WRITE” menu option, then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
To initiate Priority Channel operation:
Press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the [
5(
PRI)]
 key to initiate Priority Channel
operation. Every five seconds, the Priority Channel will be checked for activity; if activity
is found on the Priority Channel, the VR-5000 will automatically switch to that channel. If
no activity is encountered on the Priority Channel, you can operate on other memory chan-
nels (and even scan, if desired), and the VR-5000 will continue to poll the Priority Chan-
nel, looking for activity.
To disable Priority Channel operation, again press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the
[
5(
PRI)]
 key .
The polling time for the Priority Channel may be changed, if you like. To do this:
1. Press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
2. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the cursor to the “MISC” menu option, then press the
[
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
3. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the cursor to the “PRI WATCH” menu option, then press
the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the polling time; the available selections are “1 sec,”
“2 sec,” “5 sec,” and “10 sec.” When you have made your selection,  press the
[
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
5. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the cursor to the “END” menu option, then press the
[
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
6. Confirm that the cursor is on the “WRITE” menu option, then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key. 
						

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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 (
TIMER )
]
 key.
5. Press the  [
• (
BEEP )
]
 key if you need to advance the clock one hour to account for
“Summer Time.” Press the  [
• (
BEEP )
]
 key again to restore Standard Time.
6. To disable the World Clock, press the  [
CLR (
PRI CLR )
]
 key then press the  [
ENT (
SET )
]
key.
Display
HONOLULUTAHITIANCHORAG
VANCOUVRSAN FRANLOS ANGL
CALGARYDENVERMEX CITY
DALLASCHICAGOMIAMI
TORONTOPANAMALIMA
MONTREALNEW YORKSANTIAGO
CARACASB. AIRESSAO PAUL
CANARY I
Area Name
HonoluluTahitiAnchorage
VancouverSan FranciscoLos Angels
CalgaryDenverMexico
DallasChicagoMiami
TrontoPanamaLima
MontrealNew YorkSantiago
CaracasBuenos AiresSao Paulo
Canary Islands
Display
DAKARLONDONMADRID
BARCELONPARISBRUSSELS
AMSTERDMZURICHROME
BERLINVIENNASTOCKHLM
ATHENSHELSINKICAIRO
JERUSALMNAIROBIMOSCOW
JEDDAHRIYADHTEHRAN
DUBAI
Area Name
Dakar London Madrid
 BarcelonaParisBrussels
AmsterdamZurichRome
BerlinViennaStockholm
AthensHelsinkiCairo
JerusalemNairobiMoscow
JeddahRiyadhTeheran
Dubai
Display
KABULKARACHIMALDIVES
NEW DELHCALCUTTAKATMANDU
DHAKAYANGONBANGKOK
JAKARTASINGAPORHONGKONG
PERTHBEIJINGTAIPEI
SEOULTOKYOADELAIDE
SYDNEYNOUMEAWELLNGTN
FIJI
Area Name
KabulKarachiMaldives
New DelhiCalcuttakathmandu
DhakaYangonBangkok
JakartaSingaporeHongkong
PerthBeijingTaipei
SeoulTokyoAdelaide
SydneyNoumeaWellington
Fiji
Registered Area Name 
						

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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 press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key. 
						

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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 set the cursor to the “TM PROG.” Menu option, then press the
[
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
4. Press [
ENT(
SET)]
 key again to enable the programming of the Program Timer’s clock
settings.
5. Rotate the DIAL knob to adjust the time you want the radio to switch to the programmed
frequency, then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
6. Rotate the DIAL knob to adjust the time you want the radio to revert to the original
frequency,  then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
7. If you wish to attach an alpha/numeric name to the On/Off timer, program the alpha-
numeric “label” using the DIAL knob and keypad, as described previously; otherwise
press the [
COPY(
REC)]
 key.
8. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the cursor to the “WRITE” menu, then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
key.
9. Confirm that the cursor is on the “WRITE” menu option, then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
Operation:
1. Press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the [
9(
TIMER)]
 key.
2. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the cursor to the “TM PROG.” Menu, then press the [
•
(
BEEP)]
 key to select “ON,” which enables the On/Off timer.
3. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the cursor to the “END” Menu option, then press the
[
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
To disable the On/Off timer, set the “TM PROG.” Menu option to “OFF” in step 2 by
pressing the [
• (
BEEP)]
 key .
When the On/OFF Timer is activated, the “
” icon will appear above the MAIN
frequency display in the LCD.
Deletion of Program Timer Settings:
1. Press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the [
9(
TIMER)]
 key.
2. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the cursor to the “TM PROG.” Menu, then press the
[
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
3. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the cursor to the program to want to delete.
4. Press the [
• (
BEEP)]
 key, then press the [
COPY(
REC)]
 key. 
						

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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 can be automatically turn off the radio. This is convenient if you want to
doze off listening to the radio.
1. Press the [
F]
 key momentarily then press the [
9(
TIMER)]
 key.
2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the cursor to the “SLEEP” Menu, then press the
[
ENT(
SET)]
 key to enable the programming of the Sleep Timer.
3. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the desired sleep time among “30 min,” “60 min,” “90
min,” “120 min,” and “OFF,” then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the cursor to the “END” menu, then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
key.
5. Confirm that the cursor is on the “WRITE” menu, then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
When activate the Sleep Timer, appear the “SLEEP” icon above the MAIN frequency dis-
play in the LCD.
ALARM TIMER
The Alarm Timer can be automatically turn on the radio. This is convenient if you wake up
to your favorite station (or beep sound) every morning.
1. Press the [
F]
 key momentarily then press the [
9(
TIMER)]
 key.
2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the cursor to the “ALARM” Menu, then press the
[
ENT(
SET)]
 key to enable the programming of the Alarm Timer.
3. Press the key to select the Alarm sound between the “RADIO” or “BEEP,” then press the
[
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
4. Enter the time you want the radio turn on using the keypad, as descried previously, then
press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
5. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the cursor to the “END” menu, then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
key.
6. Confirm that the cursor is on the “WRITE” menu, then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
When activate the Alarm Timer, appear the “
” icon above the MAIN frequency dis-
play in the LCD. 
						

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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. Press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the [
DSP]
 key.
2. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the cursor to the “NOTCH” menu option, then press the [
•
(
BEEP)]
 key to change its setting to “ON.”
3. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the cursor to the “END” menu option, then press the
[
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
4. Confirm that the cursor is on the “UPDATE” menu option, then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
key to exit the setup process.
5. Press the [
DSP]
 key to activate the DSP system.
To disable the DSP NOTCH Filter, set the “NOTCH” menu item to “OFF” in step 2.
DSP BANDPASS FILTER
In the SSB, AM, and FM modes, the DSP Bandpass Filter may be used to enhance the
receiver’s selectivity. Interference from adjacent-frequency stations, high-pitched noise,
and low-frequency “rumble” components are among the types of problems which may be
minimized using the DSP Bandpass Filter.
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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 DSP Bandpass Filter as desired (100 ~ 1600 Hz). A setting of 300 or 400
Hz is a good starting point for most voice work. Press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key when you
have made your selection.
4. Confirm that the cursor is set to the “HIGH-CUT” menu option, then press the
[
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
5. Rotate the DIAL knob to adjust the low frequency-cutoff as desired (1500 ~ 3000 Hz).
A setting of 2100 ~ 2700 Hz is a good starting point. Press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key when
you have made your selection.
6. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the cursor to the “END” menu option, then press the
[
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
7. Confirm that the cursor is on the “UPDATE” menu option, then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
key to exit the setup process.
8. Press the [
DSP]
 key to activate the DSP system.
To disable the DSP Bandpass Filter, set the “LOW-CUT” menu item to “OFF” in step 2.
DSP CW PEAKING FILTER
In the CW mode, you can activate a narrow-bandwidth peaking filter, which may be ideal
for use under very crowded conditions.
To activate the DSP CW Peaking Filter as follow:
1. Be sure that the radio is set to the CW mode; the CW Peaking Filter will not function in
the USB or LSB mode.
2. Press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the [
DSP]
 key.
3. Confirm that the cursor is on the “CW-BW” menu option, then press the [
• (
BEEP)]
key.
4. Press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key, then rotate the DIAL knob to select the desired bandwidth.
The available values are 25 Hz, 100 Hz, 200 Hz, and 400 Hz.
5. Press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key, then rotate the DIAL knob to select the “END” menu op-
tion, then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
6. Confirm that the cursor is on the “UPDATE” menu, then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key to
exit the setup procedure.
7. Press the [
DSP]
 key to activate the DSP system.
To disable the DSP CW Peaking Filter, set the “CW-BW” menu option to “OFF” in step 4.
DSP Operation 
						

							VR-5000 OPERATING MANUAL46
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 set the cursor to the “NR” menu option, then press the [
•
(
BEEP)]
 key.
4. Press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key, then rotate the DIAL knob to find the point where best
signal-to-noise ratio is obtained under the current noise conditions.
5. Press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key, then rotate the DIAL knob to set the cursor to the “END”
menu option, then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
6. Confirm that the cursor is on the “UPDATE” menu option, then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
key to exit the setup process.
To disable the DSP Noise Reduction feature, set the “NR” menu option to “OFF” in step 3.
CW-PITCH
In the CW mode, you can change the CW Pitch as desired. This feature adjusts the center
frequency of the DSP CW Peaking Filter, to match the CW tone you prefer to listen to.
To change the CW Pitch:
1. Press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the [
DSP]
 key.
2. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the cursor to the “CW-PITCH” menu option, then press the
[
• (
BEEP)]
 key.
3. Press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key, then rotate the DIAL knob to choose the desired CW Pitch.
The available values are 400 Hz ~ 1100 Hz (in 50 Hz steps).
4. Press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key, then rotate the DIAL knob to set the cursor to the “END”
menu option, then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
5. Confirm that the cursor is on the “UPDATE” menu option, then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
key to exit the setup process.
Note: If you set the “CW-PITCH” menu item to “OFF” in step 2, it will automatically
disable the CW Bandpass Filter. This is a “short-cut” to speed your progress through
the Menu system.
DSP Operation 
						

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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 Attenuator off, press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the [
1(
AT T)]
key; the “AT T” icon will disappear from the display.
NB (
NOISE BLANKER)
For reduction of impulse noise, such as that produced by automotive ignition systems, the
noise blanker feature may prove helpful. The Noise Blanker is available in the SSB, CW,
AM and FM-N modes.
1. To activate the Noise Blanker, press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the [
0(
NB)]
key. The “NB” icon will appear on the display. You should observe a reduction in the
ignition noise.
2. To switch the Noise Blanker off, press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the [
0(
NB)]
key; the “NB” icon will disappear from the display.
RF TUNE
This feature allows you to shift the RF passband to maximize the receiver’s sensitivity and
reduce interference from out-of-band stations.
1. Press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the [
8(
RF TUNE)]
 key to activate the RF
TUNE feature.
2. Rotate the DIAL knob to the position where the desired signal strength is maximized,
or where the interference is eliminated, the press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key
3. To disable the RF TUNE feature, again press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the
[
8(
RF TUNE)]
 key.
KEYPAD BEEPER
If the keypad’s beeper creates an inconvenience (particularly when operating late at night!),
it may easily be disabled.
1. To disable the keypad beeper, press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the [
• (
BEEP)]
key.
2. If you wish to re-enable the keypad beeper, press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press
the [
• (
BEEP)]
 key.
Miscellaneous Features 
						

							VR-5000 OPERATING MANUAL48
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 to customize the con-
trols that will be locked out.
1. Press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
2. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the cursor to the “MISC” menu option, then press the
[
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
3. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the cursor to the “KEY LOCK” menu option, then press the
[
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
4. Press the [
• (
BEEP)]
 key to select the desired lockout combination: “Key&Dial,” “Key,”
or “Dial.”
5. To attach a “Password” to the Locking feature, enter a four-digit password (0000 ~
9999) via the keypad, and then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key, otherwise just press the
[
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
6. Confirm that the cursor is on the “WRITE” menu option, then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
key to save the new setting and exit to normal operation.
To cancel the “Password:”
1. Press the [
F]
 key momentarily, then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
2. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the cursor to the “MISC” menu option, then press the
[
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
3. Rotate the DIAL knob to set the cursor to the “KEY LOCK” menu option, then press the
[
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
4. Enter the four digit password which you programmed via the keypad, then press the
[
ENT(
SET)]
 key.
5. Press the following key sequence:
[
ENT(
SET)]
  [
F]
  [
CLR(
PRI CLR)]
  [
ENT(
SET)]
6. Confirm that the cursor is on the “WRITE” menu option, then press the [
ENT(
SET)]
key to cancel the “Password” and exit to normal operation.
Miscellaneous Features