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- Page 1 LDG YT-1200 TUNER For Yaesu FT-450, FT-450D, FT-950, FT-991, FT-991A FTdx1200, FTdx3000, HF Transceivers LDG Electronics 1445 Parran Road St. Leonard MD 20685-2903 USA ldg@ldgelectronics.com www.ldgelectronics.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
YT-1200 Operations Manual Version 1.1 Table of Contents Quickstart Guide Introduction Specifications Getting to know your YT-1200 Front Panel Rear Panel Installation Overview Radio Configurations Operation Power-Up Basic Tuning Operation Toggle Bypass Mode: Memory Tuning Cycle Full Tuning Cycle Status LED... -
Page 3: Quickstart Guide
10 seconds. See the section on Radio Configurations. 10. Select the desired operating frequency. 11. Push and hold the Tune button on the front of the YT-1200 for one second (until the Tuning LED comes on), then release. The transceiver automatically switches modes, keys up with a minimal amount of power, and the YT-1200 begins a tuning cycle. -
Page 4: Introduction
• FTdx1200 • FTdx3000 The YT-1200 connects to the Cat port on the back of the radio. There is a pass- through data port to connect to your PC for computer control of the transceiver. Tuning is greatly simplified; use the Tune button on the tuner to start an automatic... -
Page 5: Specifications
If no memorized settings are available the tuner runs a full tuning cycle, storing the parameters for memory recall on subsequent tuning cycles on that frequency. In this manner, the YT-1200 “learns” as you use it, adapting to your bands, frequencies and antenna characteristics as it goes. -
Page 6: Front Panel
YT-1200 Operations Manual Version 1.1 Front Panel On the front panel there is one pushbutton and one LED indicator light. The Tune button and Status LED have many functions. • Tune button: Initiates either a memory tune or a full tune, and also toggles the tuner between “active”... -
Page 7: Rear Panel
YT-1200’s microprocessor. The firmware of the YT-1200 makes it seem transparent to the computer user; if you use a computer to control your transceiver, plug the cable from the PC into this port instead of the CAT jack on the back of the transceiver. -
Page 8: Installation
Version 1.1 Installation Overview The YT-1200 tuner is designed for indoor use only; it is not water resistant. If you use Your YT-1200 is it outdoors (Field Day, for example) you must protect it from rain. The YT-1200 is not water resistant;... - Page 9 LDG strongly recommends the use of a properly transceiver using the installed, high quality lightning arrestor on all antenna cables.
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Page 10: Radio Configurations
YT-1200 Operations Manual Version 1.1 Radio Configurations Radio configuration varies slightly from model to model. These recommended Set your radio settings are referenced from a full reset of the radio with all settings at default. See according to these your radio’s operating manual for reset information. You can use any standard Yaesu instructions. -
Page 11: Operation
CAT cable, a damaged CAT cable, a blown CAT fuse, or plugging the CAT cable into a radio other than those supported by the YT-1200. If none of these correct the problem, try turning the radio and tuner off and back on again. If none of those work, try a full reset of the radio. -
Page 12: Toggle Bypass Mode
Press the Tune To toggle between active and bypassed mode, press the front panel Tune button on the YT-1200 momentarily. The Status LED will flash three times to indicate that the button momentarily tuner is in bypass mode. Press the front panel Tune button momentarily again to to toggle between place the tuner in active mode and recall the previous tuner settings. -
Page 13: Memory Tuning Cycle
YT-1200 until the Status LED lights, then release; a memory tuning cycle will begin. the default mode; The YT-1200 will set the mode, change the power level to one that is appropriate for you’ll probably use tuning, and key the radio. When tuning is complete, the transceiver will return to the it most of the time. -
Page 14: Full Tuning Cycle
In that case the stored parameters may not be optimal. Forcing a full needed by pressing tune will cause the YT-1200 to seek a new match regardless of what is already stored and holding the in memory for the current frequency. -
Page 15: Status Led
YT-1200 Operations Manual Version 1.1 Status LED The Status LED indicates various operating modes, tuning statuses, and error The Status LED conditions. The followings table lists the LED status codes and their meaning. has multiple functions. LED Indication Meaning Status LED on while tuning. -
Page 16: Application Notes
Tuning On the US 60 Meter Band FCC regulations The YT-1200 tunes in a carrier mode, but in the United States the FCC permits only require a different SSB transmissions in the 60 meter band. Therefore, Yaesu radios may not switch modes but will remain in SSB mode. -
Page 17: Operation With A Pc / Cat
If PC control of the radio is desired, simply connect a 9 pin straight thru female-to- female cable to the PC jack on the rear of the YT-1200, and connect to the PC’s serial port. The rig control software on the computer and the radio can be set to any baud rate. - Page 18 YT- 1200’s 8-pin mini-DIN connector to provide power to the tuner. The second YT-1200 requires a separate power supply. An LDG power cable or wall plug power supply are available from several dealers, including...
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Page 19: A Word About Tuning Etiquette
When you consider buying another LDG product, our website has complete specifications and photographs you can use to help make your purchase decision. There are also links to all of the quality LDG Dealers who are ready to help you make your purchase decision. -
Page 20: Out Of Warranty Service
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