The FTX-1 can be equipped with the Bluetooth function by installing the optional Bluetooth unit. Hands-free operation is possible using the optional Bluetooth headset (SSM-BT20) or a commercially available Bluetooth headset.

The operation of all commercially available Bluetooth headsets cannot be guaranteed.

1. Turn the transceiver OFF.
2. Remove the Bluetooth unit cover from the transceiver.
3. Apply double-sided tape to the Bluetooth unit. Double-sided tape is included with the BU-6.
4. Align the Bluetooth unit connector with the connector on the board and install.
5. Carefully attach the supplied cover.

When using the Bluetooth headset for the first time, the Bluetooth headset and the FTX-1 must be paired. This step is only necessary when first connecting the headset.

1. To start the Bluetooth headset in pairing mode. SSM-BT20: Press and hold the Multi-function Button for 3 seconds, until the SSM-BT20 LED blinks red/blue alternately.
2. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
3. Select [OPERATION SETTING] → [OPTION].
4. Touch [DONE] on the [Bluetooth] item.
5. Touch [Bluetooth] set to "ON".
6. Touch [DONE] on the [DEVECE LIST] item.
7. The DEVECE LIST screen will be displayed.
8. Touch [SEARCH].

9. The search starts, and the model name of the found Bluetooth device is displayed in the list.
10. When the headset to be connected is displayed, touch the Bluetooth headset to be connected. While connected to a Bluetooth headset, the Bluetooth icon lights up on the FTX-1 screen, and the received audio and operation beep will be heard from the Bluetooth headset. The LED of SSM-BT20 blinks blue. The pairing is completed.

To cancel the Bluetooth operation, just repeat the above procedures, selecting "OFF" in step 5 above.

When the VOX function is OFF, pressing the "Call button"* on the Bluetooth headset once will engage the FTX-1 in transmit, and then a call can be made using the Bluetooth headset. Press the "Call button"* again to return the FTX-1 to receive.

*The button name may differ depending on your Bluetooth headset.

SSM-BT20: When the Multi-function Key is pressed, a beep will sound and the FTX-1 will continuously transmit. Press the Multi-function Key again, a beep will sound and the FTX-1 will return to receive mode.

When the FTX-1 VOX (automatic voice transmission) function is turned ON, the Bluetooth headset can perform hands-free operation and transmit automatically just by talking.

Turn the VOX function ON according to "VOX Operation" (see page 25).

When a Bluetooth headset is connected, the received audio can automatically be output from the headset only, or from both the headset and the transceiver speaker.

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Select [OPERATION SETTING] → [OPTION].
3. Touch [DONE] on the [Bluetooth] item.
4. Select [AUDIO].
5. Rotate the [FUNC] knob, or touch "<" or ">" on either side of the value to select "FIX" or "AUTO".

AUTO: The received audio comes from only the Bluetooth headset.
FIX: The received audio comes from both the Bluetooth headset and the speaker of this transceiver.

Factory default value: AUTO

6. Press the [FUNC] knob, or wait for about 3 seconds to save the setting.
7. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.

While connected to a Bluetooth headset, the Bluetooth icon lights up on the FTX-1 screen. If the icon is not lit, the headset is not connected and the procedures above must be repeated.

The FTX-1 includes a unique Three-Band Parametric Microphone Equalizer that provides precise, independent control over the low, mid and treble ranges in the voice waveform.

One group of settings may be utilized when the Speech Processor is Off, and an alternate group of settings when the Speech Processor is On (SSB mode only).

Parametric microphone equalizer function is activated only in LSB, USB, AM, AM-N, FM and FM-N modes.

1. Set the RF output power to minimum value. We recommend connecting a dummy load to one of the antenna jacks, and monitoring the signal on a separate receiver, to prevent interference to other users.
2. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
3. Touch [MIC EQ]. The Parametric Microphone Equalizer function is activated. To adjust the Parametric Microphone Equalizer with the Speech Processor engaged, activate the Speech Processor.
4. Touch [MONI LEVEL].
5. Rotate the [FUNC] knob to adjust the Monitor level.

6. Select [OPERATION SETTING] → [TX AUDIO].
7. Rotate the [FUNC] knob to find Menu items [PRMTRC EQ1 FREQ] through [PRMTRC EQ3 BWTH]; these parameters apply to the adjustment of the Parametric Microphone Equalizer when the Speech Processor is disabled. Menu items [P PRMTRC EQ1 FREQ] through [P PRMTRC EQ3 BWTH] apply to the adjustment of the Parametric Microphone Equalizer when the Speech Processor is engaged.
8. Rotate the [FUNC] knob, or touch "<" or ">" on either side of the value to adjust a particular Menu item.
9. Press and hold the PTT switch, and speak into the microphone while listening to the effect of the adjustments being made. Because the overall sound will change with each adjustment, make several passes through each adjustment area, to be sure that the optimum settings are achieved.

The best way to hear the effects of the adjustments is to wear headphones (connected to the monitor receiver) while listening to the transmitted signal.

10. When all adjustments are satisfactory, press the [FUNC] knob, or wait for about 3 seconds to save the setting.
11. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.

1. Adjust the MIC gain.
2. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
3. Touch [MIC EQ]. The Parametric Microphone Equalizer function is activated.
4. Press the PTT switch on the microphone, and speak into the microphone in a normal voice level.

To cancel the Parametric Microphone Equalizer function, repeat steps 2 and 3 above, and choose "OFF" in step 3.

The FTX-1 incorporates an adjustable receiver audio filter, that affords precision control of the lower and upper audio ranges independently.

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Select [CW SETTING] for CW mode and [RADIO SETTING] for other modes.
3. Select the Mode and Menu Item you want to set (see table below).
4. Rotate the [FUNC] knob, or touch "<" or ">" on either side of the value to adjust the receiver audio response as desired.
5. Press the [FUNC] knob, or wait for about 3 seconds to save the setting.
6. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.

The filter settings are stored separately for each operating mode (SSB, AM, FM, DATA, RTTY and CW), so a narrow setting used for CW copying will not affect the wide setting used for FM.

You can change each of the high, mid, and low frequencies of the received audio to your liking. It can be set for each mode.

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Select [CW SETTING] for CW mode and [RADIO SETTING] for other modes.
3. Select the Mode and Menu Item you want to set (see table below).
4. Rotate the [FUNC] knob, or touch "<" or ">" on either side of the value to adjust the receiver audio response as desired.
5. Press the [FUNC] knob, or wait for about 3 seconds to save the setting.
6. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.

The Digital Group ID (DG-ID) function allows using the two-digit ID numbers to communicate only with specific group members. The desired DG-ID number from 00 to 99 is set in advance by all the group members.

This ID number may be set separately for transmit and receive. When the same ID number is set for both transmit and receive, only group members with the same ID number will be heard. This feature may be used to limit communication only to group members that have the same DG-ID number.

The GM function may also be utilized to automatically monitor whether or not group member stations with the same DG-ID number are operating within communication range.

The DG-ID number 00 detects signals with all ID numbers. Normally setting the ID number to "00" for both transmit and receive will permit reception of the signals from all other stations using the digital C4FM mode, regardless of the transmit DG-ID number settings of the other stations.

Also note that when the receive DG-ID number of the transceiver is set to a DG-ID number other than "00", received signals that do not have the same DG-ID number may not be heard.

When accessing a C4FM digital repeater controlled by a DG-ID number, set the transmit DG-ID number of the FTX-1 to that of the repeater input. Even in that case, if the receive DG-ID number of the FTX-1 is set to "00", all the downlink signals from the repeater may be received.

Digital C4FM mode transceivers compatible with the DG-ID function are required in order to utilize this function.

Setting the transmit and receive DG-ID number to "00" to communicate with all other stations using C4FM digital mode.

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Touch [DG-ID TX], and then rotate the [FUNC] knob to set the transmit DG-ID (DG-ID TX) number to "50".
3. Touch [DG-ID RX], and then rotate the [FUNC] knob to set the receive DG-ID (DG-ID RX) number to "50".
4. Press the [FUNC] knob, or wait for about 3 seconds to save the setting.
5. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.

Tuning to the same frequency and setting the same DG-ID for all the group members will enable communication between the members and exclude other signals.

When operating in digital C4FM communications, each transceiver is programmed with, and sends its own individual ID information (Radio ID) in each transmission. The DP-ID function and the individual identification information makes possible group communications between stations that are within communications range.

The Digital Personal ID (DP-ID) feature opens the speaker audio only when a signal set to the same DP-ID in the Digital Mode is received, even if each transceiver is set to a different Digital Group ID (DG-ID) number.

To utilize this function, Digital C4FM mode transceivers compatible with the DG-ID function are required.

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob → [RADIO SETTING] → [DIGITAL] → [DP-ID LIST] → Touch [DONE]. The DP-ID list is displayed. If several DP-IDs are displayed, rotate the [FUNC] knob to register the desired DP-ID.
2. A transmission in the digital C4FM mode from another transceiver will register the DP-ID. When a signal from the other station is received, the call sign and "REGISTRATION?" are displayed on the LCD. When a signal from another registered transceiver is received, nothing is displayed on the LCD. When a transceiver is previously registered with a different call sign, the DP-ID listing is changed to the newly registered call sign.
3. Touch [OK] or press the [FUNC] knob to save the setting.
4. Touch display. When registering the DP-ID is complete, the display returns to the DP-ID list screen. If not registering a DP-ID, rotate the [FUNC] knob to select [CANCEL] then press the [FUNC] knob. If registering several DP-IDs, repeat step 2 and 3.
5. Press the [BACK] several times to return to normal operation.

All the other communicating stations should similarly register the DP-IDs to the DP-ID lists of their transceivers. The DP-ID setting is complete.

To communicate using the DP-ID function, register the DP-ID of each other’s transceiver on both transceivers. By registering the DP-ID, users may communicate even if the Digital Group ID (DG-ID) is a different setting.

Station A (DP-ID "aaaaa", DG-ID TX01 RX01) and station C (DP-ID "ccccc", DG-ID TX01 RX01) do not register each other’s DP-ID on their transceivers. However, they may communicate because the same DG-ID is set on both transceivers.

Station A and station B (DP-ID "bbbbb", DG-ID TX02 RX02) have registered each other’s DP-IDs on both transceivers. The transceivers may communicate even if the DG-ID is a different setting.

Station B may not receive station C because station B has not registered the DP-ID of station C. However, station C may receive station B because station C has registered the DP-ID of station B.

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob → [RADIO SETTING] → [DIGITAL] → [DP-ID LIST] → Touch [DONE]. The DP-ID list is displayed.
2. Touch or rotate the [FUNC] knob to select the call sign of the other transceiver, then press the [FUNC] knob. Confirmation screen "DELETE?" is displayed.
3. Touch [OK] or press the [FUNC] knob to delete. If not deleting in the DP-ID list, select [CANCEL] then press the [FUNC] knob. If deleting several DP-IDs, press the [FUNC] knob, then repeat step 2 and 3.
4. Press the [BACK] several times to return to normal operation.

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Touch or rotate the [FUNC] knob to select [SQL TYPE].
3. Rotate the [FUNC] knob to select the type of squelch, refer to the table below.
4. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.

Tone squelch (CTCSS) and DCS functions do not operate in the C4FM digital mode.

The squelch type may be set for each frequency band (BAND).

The CTCSS and DCS squelch settings are also active during scanning. If scanning is performed with the CTCSS and DCS squelch function activated, scanning stops only when a signal containing the specified CTCSS tone or DCS code is received.

The tone squelch opens the speaker audio only when a signal containing the specified CTCSS tone is received. The receiver will be quiet while waiting for a call from a specific station.

The Tone squelch feature only works in Analog FM mode or AMS function.

The tone may be selected from 50 frequencies (67.0 Hz to 254.1 Hz).

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Touch [SQL TYPE].
3. Rotate the [FUNC] knob to select [TSQ].
4. Touch [TONE FREQ].
5. Rotate the [FUNC] knob to select the tone frequency.
6. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.

The tone frequency setting is common with the squelch types as follows: "ENC (TONE ENC)", "TSQ (TONE SQL)", "REV TONE (REVERSE TONE)".

The default setting is "100.0 Hz".

The Digital Code Squelch opens the speaker audio only when a signal containing the specified DCS code is received.

The DCS feature only works in Analog FM mode or AMS function.

The DCS code may be selected from 104 types (from 023 to 754).

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Touch [DCS].
3. Rotate the [FUNC] knob to select the DCS code.
4. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.

The DCS code set in the above operation is common for all transmissions with a DCS Code ("DCS", "D-ENC (DCS ENC)", "T-DCS (TONE DCS)", "D-TSQ (DCS TSQL)").

The default DCS code is "023".

DTMF (Dual Tone Multi Frequencies) are the tone signals sent to make telephone calls, or control repeaters and network links.

Up to 9 registers of 16-digit DTMF tone codes can be stored as telephone numbers to make calls through the public telephone network using a phone patch, or to connect through the WIRES-X analog node station.

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Select [RADIO SETTING] → [MODE FM].
3. Rotate the [FUNC] knob to select the desired channel (DTMF MEMORY1 to 9) to register the DTMF code, then press the [FUNC] knob. The DTMF memory channel input screen is displayed.
4. Touch the numeric keypad of the screen to input the DTMF code up to a maximum of 16 digits.
5. Touch [ENT] to save the DTMF code.
6. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Touch [DTMF], or rotate the [FUNC] knob to select [DTMF] and then press the [FUNC] knob. The DTMF CODE screen is displayed.
3. Touch, or rotate the [FUNC] knob, to select the desired DTMF memory (1 to 9).
4. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.

The DTMF code registered in the DTMF memory channel is automatically transmitted. The transmission continues until the DTMF code is completed; the transceiver is then automatically returned to receive mode.

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Touch [DTMF], or rotate the [FUNC] knob to select [DTMF] and then press the [FUNC] knob. The DTMF CODE screen is displayed.
3. While pressing and holding the PTT switch, use the numeric keypad of the display and touch each digit of the DTMF code in sequence to transmit the code.

Use a DTMF memory when the same code is sent repeatedly: the whole string goes out in one operation and the transceiver drops back to receive by itself.

Use manual sending when the code is a one-off, or when you must wait for a voice prompt from the node or phone patch before keying the next digit.

Requires the optional “FGPS-5” GPS antenna unit to use the GPS function.

The GPS information can be used as described in the following examples:

• The location can be set to frequently contacted stations. Then display the position, distance, and other information for each member’s call sign on the screen. (Refer to the separate “Operating Manual GM Edition”.)
• Exchange position information and messages through data communications with other stations. (Refer to the separate “Operating Manual APRS Edition”.)

The GPS receiver function is enabled (requires optional “FGPS-5”) when the power of the FTX-1 is turned ON. The satellite search will begin and the GPS icon will be shown at the top of the display. The FTX-1 automatically obtains the internal clock setting, and the location information setting, from the GPS data.

• It may take several minutes to acquire the GPS satellites.
• When three or more satellites cannot be acquired, the GPS icon will disappear. In this case, positioning is not possible, and the position information cannot be used.

“Positioning” refers to calculation of the current position from the satellite orbit information and radio propagation time. At least 3 satellites must be acquired for successful positioning.

If positioning fails, move away from buildings as far as possible and position the GPS receiver in an area with open sky.

The measurement environment may result in positioning errors of several hundred meters. Under favorable conditions, positioning can be performed successfully using only three satellites. However, under the following poor conditions, the positioning accuracy can decrease, or positioning can fail:

When using the GPS functions for the first time after purchase, or when it has been unused for a while, a few minutes may be required to acquire the satellites. Also, if the GPS function has been turned OFF for several hours, a few minutes may be required to search for satellites.

The VOX (Voice Operated Transmit) system may be used for hands-free activation of the transmitter, by the voice input to the microphone or Bluetooth headset.

When the VOX function is activated, the sound is automatically transmitted by voice from the connected microphone or Bluetooth headset.

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Select [OPERATION SETTING] → [TX GNRL].
3. Rotate the [FUNC] knob to select [VOX SELECT].
4. Rotate the [FUNC] knob, or touch “<” or “>” on either side of the value, to select “MIC” or “Bluetooth”.
5. Press the [FUNC] knob, or wait for about 3 seconds, to save the setting.
6. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.
7. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
8. Touch [VOX].

While the VOX function is activated, “VOX” will be displayed.

To cancel VOX and return to PTT operation, repeat steps 7 and 8 above: press and hold the [FUNC] knob, then touch [VOX].

When the VOX function is OFF, pressing the “Call button” on the Bluetooth headset once will engage the FTX-1 in transmit, and then a call can be made using the Bluetooth headset. Press the “Call button” again to return the FTX-1 to receive.

The VOX Gain may be adjusted to prevent accidental transmitter activation in a noisy environment.

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Touch [VOX GAIN].
3. While speaking into the microphone or Bluetooth headset, rotate the [FUNC] knob, or touch “<” or “>” on either side of the value, to the point where the transmitter is quickly activated by your voice, without background noise causing the transmitter to activate.
4. Press the [FUNC] knob, or wait for about 3 seconds, to save the setting.
5. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.

During transmissions using the VOX (Voice Operated Transmit) function, set the time to return to receive when speaking is paused:

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Touch [VOX DELAY].
3. Rotate the [FUNC] knob to select the delay time (the transmit-receive delay after the cessation of speech).
4. Press the [FUNC] knob, or wait for about 3 seconds, to save the setting.
5. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.

The display on the TFT screen may be saved on the microSD card. When performing screen capture, a commercially available microSD card is necessary.

1. Turn OFF the transceiver.
2. Insert the microSD card into the SD card slot, with the contact face on the front, until a click sound is heard.
3. Display the screen that is to be saved.
4. Hold down the [S-DX] key until “SCREEN SHOT” appears on the screen.

Screen data is saved to the microSD card. Data saved on the microSD card can be displayed on a personal computer or similar viewer.

The memory free space of the microSD card may be checked:

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Select [EXTENSION SETTING] → [SD CARD].
3. Touch “DONE” of the [INFORMATIONS] item. The capacity and free space of the microSD card are displayed.
4. Touch [BACK] to return to the “EXTENSION SETTING” menu screen.
5. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.

Five special one-touch “HOME” channels are available, for special frequencies you use often. Special “Home” channels are available for HF (any frequency between 1.8 and 29.7 MHz), 50 MHz, AIR band, 144 MHz, and 430 MHz.

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Touch [HOME], or rotate the [FUNC] knob to select [HOME] and then press the [FUNC] knob.

The home channel frequency will be shown in the display. In the default setting, the Home channel frequencies of each band are set as follows:

The default frequency setting of the home channel when shipped from the factory can be changed.

1. Set the desired frequency.
2. Press and hold the [V/M] key. The memory channel list will be displayed.
3. Rotate the [FUNC] knob to select “HOME”.
4. Press and hold the [V/M] key to store the frequency and other data into the HOME channel.
5. Touch [BACK]; the memory is stored and the screen returns to normal.

A screen saver, to prevent burning of the TFT screen, will operate after a set time if no transceiver function is operated.

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Touch [DISPLAY SETTING], or rotate the [FUNC] knob to select [DISPLAY SETTING] and then press the [FUNC] knob.
3. Touch [SCREEN SAVER] / [SCREEN SAVER(BAT)], or rotate the [FUNC] knob to select it and then press the [FUNC] knob.
4. Rotate the [FUNC] knob, or touch “<” or “>” on either side of the value, to select the time until the screen saver is employed.
5. Press the [FUNC] knob, or wait for about 3 seconds, to save the setting.
6. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.

Set to [SCREEN SAVER(BAT)] when using the SBR-52LI for operation.

Registered call signs, names, and characters can be displayed on the opening screen when the power is turned ON.

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Touch [DISPLAY SETTING], or rotate the [FUNC] knob to select [DISPLAY SETTING] and then press the [FUNC] knob.
3. Touch [MY CALL], or rotate the [FUNC] knob to select [MY CALL] and then press the [FUNC] knob.
4. Touch a character key. The touched character will be displayed at the top of the screen. Enter each character of your call sign. Up to 10 characters (letters, numbers, and symbols) can be entered.
5. Touch [ENT] to save the new setting and exit to the “DISPLAY SETTING” menu screen.
6. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.

When updated firmware is available, the transceiver can be updated by connecting it to a personal computer. Download the latest version of the firmware and the firmware installation manual from the YAESU website.

Menu item [EXTENSION SETTING] → [SD CARD] → [FIRMWARE UPDATE] updates the firmware of the FTX-1: when a new firmware update is available, go to the YAESU website to download the programming data and update the FTX-1 firmware.

The current software version may be checked with [EXTENSION SETTING] → [SOFT VERSION].

The FTX-1 employs a triple band-stack VFO selection technique that permits storing up to three favorite frequencies and modes onto each band VFO register.

A typical setup, for the 14 MHz band, might be arranged like this:

1. Program 14.0250 MHz, CW-U Mode, then press and hold the [MAG] key, then touch [14].
2. Program 14.0800 MHz, RTTY-L Mode, then press and hold the [MAG] key, then touch [14].
3. Program 14.1950 MHz, USB Mode, then press and hold the [MAG] key, then touch [14].

With this configuration, successively pressing and holding the [MAG] key and then touching [14] will step sequentially through the three Band Stack VFOs.

The Band Stack function is turned ON/OFF with menu item [OPERATION SETTING] → [BAND/SCAN] → [BAND STACK] (OFF / ON).

The “Time-Out Timer” (TOT) shuts the transmitter OFF after continuously transmitting for the programmed time.

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Select [OPERATION SETTING] → [GENERAL] → [TX TIME OUT TIMER].
3. Rotate the [FUNC] knob, or touch “<” or “>” on either side of the value, to select the TOT countdown time (1 – 30 min or OFF).
4. Press the [FUNC] knob, or wait for about 3 seconds, to save the setting.
5. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.

Section 97.401(d) of the regulations governing amateur radio in the United States permit emergency Amateur communications on the spot frequency of 5167.5 kHz by stations in (or within 92.6 km of) the state of Alaska. This frequency is only to be used when the immediate safety of human life and/or property are threatened, and is never to be used for routine communications.

The FTX-1 is capable of transmitting and receiving on 5167.5 kHz under such emergency conditions. Use the Setting Menu to activate the Alaska Emergency Frequency feature:

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Select [OPERATION SETTING] → [TX GNRL] → [EMERGENCY FREQ TX].
3. Rotate the [FUNC] knob, or touch “<” or “>” on either side of the value, to select “ON”.
4. Press the [FUNC] knob, or wait for about 3 seconds, to save the setting.
5. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.

Emergency communication on this spot frequency is now possible.

6. Press the [V/M] key, as necessary, to enter the Memory mode.
7. Rotate the MAIN dial (MAIN-side) / SUB DIAL (SUB-side) knob to select the emergency channel (“EMG”), which is found after the channel “5-15”.

YAESU has tested with the 2GB microSD card, and 4GB, 8GB, 16GB and 32GB microSDHC cards; most can be used in this radio. Please format (initialize) the microSD card used for the first time on this unit with this transceiver.

• The microSD or microSDHC cards are not provided with the product.
• Not all microSD and microSDHC cards sold commercially are guaranteed to work with this product.
• Do not touch the contacts of the microSD card with your hands.
• microSD cards formatted on other devices may not properly save information when used with this transceiver. Format microSD cards again with this transceiver when using memory cards formatted with another device.
• Do not remove the microSD card or turn the transceiver OFF while saving data to the microSD card is in progress.
• When a single microSD card is used for a long period of time, writing and deletion of data may become disabled. Use a new microSD card when data can no longer be written or erased.
• Note that Yaesu shall not be liable for any damages suffered as a result of data loss or corruption in use of the microSD card.

Installing:

1. Turn OFF the transceiver.
2. Insert the microSD card into the SD card slot, with the contact face on the front, until a click sound is heard.

To prevent the microSD card from popping out, insert and remove the microSD card firmly.

Removing:

1. Turn OFF the transceiver.
2. Push in on the microSD card. A click sound will be heard and the microSD card will be pushed outward.

When using a new microSD card, format it according to the following procedure. Formatting a microSD card erases all data saved on it. Before formatting, be sure to check the data previously saved on it.

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Select [EXTENSION SETTING] → [SD CARD].
3. Touch “DONE” on the “FORMAT” item. The format confirmation screen will be displayed.
4. Touch “OK”; the SD card will be initialized. Touch “CANCEL” to cancel the initialization.
5. “FORMAT COMPLETED” will be displayed when initialization is completed.
6. Touch the screen to end formatting.
7. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.

The Memory Channel data and the Setting Menu data can be saved to the microSD card:

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Select [EXTENSION SETTING] → [SD CARD].
3. Touch “DONE” for the data item to be saved: “MEM LIST SAVE” (memory data) or “MENU SAVE” (setting menu data).
4. To save the file with a new name, touch “NEW”. To overwrite previously saved data, touch the file name, and touch “OK” when the overwrite confirmation screen appears. Touch “CANCEL” to cancel overwrite save.
5. Enter the file name (maximum 15 characters) on the file name input screen. If the file name is not to be changed, proceed to step 6 as it is.
6. Touch “ENT” to start saving data, or touch “BACK” to cancel the name input.
7. “FILE SAVED” is displayed when data saving is completed.
8. Touch the screen to end saving data.
9. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.

The Memory and Setting Menu data saved on the microSD card may be read to the transceiver.

1. Press the [FUNC] knob.
2. Select [EXTENSION SETTING] → [SD CARD].
3. Touch “DONE” of the data item to be read: “MEM LIST LOAD” (reading memory data) or “MENU LOAD” (loading setting menu data).
4. Touch the file name to be loaded. Touch “BACK” to cancel reading data.
5. When the overwrite confirmation screen appears, touch “OK”.
6. “FILE LOADED” is displayed when the data reading is completed.
7. Touch the TFT screen to finish loading the data.
8. Once the power is turned OFF, the power is turned ON automatically afterwards.

With some OEM microSD cards, the screen may not be displayed even when the power is turned ON. If the screen does not appear, remove the microSD card and the screen will appear.

The microSD card holds the following folders: Capture, FTX-1, MemList, Menu, PlayList and QSOLog. Screen captures are stored in the “Capture” folder.

If the time stamp of a saved file is not correct, adjust the date and time with [EXTENSION SETTING] → [DATE & TIME] (DAY / MONTH / YEAR, HOUR / MINUTE).

The FC-40 makes use of the control circuitry built into the transceiver, which allows the operator to control and monitor automatic operation of the FC-40, which mounts near the antenna feedpoint.

The FC-40 uses specially selected, thermally stable components, and is housed in a waterproof case to withstand severe environmental conditions with high reliability.

A carefully-chosen combination of solid-state switching components and high-speed relays allows the FC-40 to match a wide variety of antennas to within a 2:1 SWR on any amateur band frequency (160 through 6 meters), typically in less than eight seconds. Transmitter power required for matching may be as little as 4 – 60 Watts, and matching settings are automatically stored in memory for instant recall when the same frequency range is selected later.

The FC-40 cannot be connected to the FTX-1 Field configuration.

After mounting the FC-40, connect the cables from the FC-40 to the ANT and TUNER jacks on the rear panel of the FTX-1 optima transceiver.

Turn OFF the external power supply switch and the FTX-1 power supply switch first, before connecting the cables.

• Install the supplied ferrite core as close to the connector as possible.
• Wrap the ends of the waterproof cap with the supplied sealing tape to protect against moisture ingress.

The optional FC-40 Automatic Antenna Tuner provides automatic tuning of a coaxial line to present nominal 50-ohm impedance to the FTX-1 optima’s ANT jack. Before tuning can begin, the FTX-1 optima must be configured to recognize that the FC-40 is being used.

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Select [OPERATION SETTING] → [GENERAL] → [TUNER SELECT].
3. Rotate the [FUNC] knob, or touch “<” or “>” on either side of the value, to select “OPTION”.
4. Press the [FUNC] knob, or wait about 3 seconds, to save the setting.
5. Select [OPERATION SETTING] → [OPTION] → [TUNER TYPE SEL ANT1] or [TUNER TYPE SEL ANT2].
6. Rotate the [FUNC] knob, or touch “<” or “>” on either side of the value, to select “EXT”.
7. Press the [FUNC] knob, or wait about 3 seconds, to save the setting.
8. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.

INT selects the internal antenna tuner (an external antenna tuner cannot be used). INT(FAST) also selects the internal antenna tuner; tuning is performed at a higher speed than normal, although accuracy is slightly reduced (an external antenna tuner cannot be used). EXT selects an external antenna tuner (the optional FC-40, etc.). ATAS selects the active tuning antenna system ATAS-120A.

Depending on the installation and location of some antennas, it may not be possible to tune to a low SWR.

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Touch [TUNER]. A “TUNE” icon will appear in the display, and the tuner function is activated.
3. Touch [ANT TUNE] to begin automatic tuning. The transmitter will be engaged, and “TUNE” will blink while tuning is in progress.
4. Touch [TUNE] to disengage the ATU from the transmit line.

When the optimum tuning point has been reached, the transceiver will return to receive, and the “TUNER” icon will again glow steadily (instead of blinking).

The FC-80 Automatic Antenna Tuner responds to control commands from the FTX-1 Field transceiver, providing microprocessor-based impedance matching on the 160 through 6 meter Amateur bands.

The FC-80 cannot be connected to the FTX-1 optima configuration.

The battery and antenna tuner “FC-80” (optional) can be installed at the same time, so antenna tuning can be performed even in field operation.

The FC-80 is an HF/50MHz 10W automatic antenna tuner supplied with a spacer, and is installed inside the FTX-1 Field body together with the battery pack. Because it is controlled directly by the FTX-1 Field, no external control cable or separate power lead is required — only the antenna is connected to the ANT (HF/50MHz) terminal of the Field head.

The FC-80 provides up to 10 W class automatic tuning on HF and 50 MHz for the FTX-1 Field.

Before tuning can begin, the FTX-1 Field must be configured to recognize that the FC-80 is being used.

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Select [OPERATION SETTING] → [GENERAL] → [TUNER SELECT].
3. Rotate the [FUNC] knob, or touch “<” or “>” on either side of the value, to select “OPTION”.
4. Press the [FUNC] knob, or wait about 3 seconds, to save the setting.
5. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.

Depending on the installation and location of some antennas, it may not be possible to tune to a low SWR.

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Touch [TUNER]. A “TUNE” icon will appear in the display, and the tuner function is activated.
3. Touch [ANT TUNE] to begin automatic tuning. The transmitter will be engaged, and “TUNE” will blink while tuning is in progress.
4. Touch [TUNE] to disengage the ATU from the transmit line.

When the optimum tuning point has been reached, the transceiver will return to receive, and the “TUNER” icon will again glow steadily (instead of blinking).

ATAS-120A is a multi-band auto-tuning antenna that can be used in the amateur bands from the HF band to the UHF band (7/14/21/28(29)/50/144/430). Using the active tuning mechanism, tuning can be carried out automatically by the control signal from the FTX-1.

The ATAS-120A cannot be used when operating on the Li-Ion Battery Pack SBR-52LI power alone for the FTX-1 Field. An external 13.8V power supply must be used.

Connect “ATAS-120A” to the ANT terminal of the FTX-1 with a coaxial cable.

To switch between ANT 1 and ANT 2, press and hold the [FUNC] knob → touch [ANT].

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Select [OPERATION SETTING] → [GENERAL] → [TUNER SELECT].
3. Rotate the [FUNC] knob, or touch “<” or “>” on either side of the value, to select “ATAS”.
4. Press the [FUNC] knob, or wait about 3 seconds, to save the setting.
5. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.

The “ATAS” icon will appear in the display. When attaching the Field head to the SPA-1 and using the SPA-1’s built-in tuner, change the above setting to “OPTION”.

1. Press and hold the [FUNC] knob.
2. Select [OPERATION SETTING] → [OPTION] → [TUNER TYPE SEL ANT1] or [TUNER TYPE SEL ANT2].
3. Rotate the [FUNC] knob, or touch “<” or “>” on either side of the value, to select “ATAS”.
4. Press the [FUNC] knob, or wait about 3 seconds, to save the setting.
5. Press the [BACK] key several times to return to normal operation.

The “ATAS” icon will appear in the display.

The tuning of the ATAS-120A is carried out automatically. When using the ATAS-120A for the first time, or when tuning for the first time after resetting the FTX-1, tuning is not performed for about 1 minute until the FTX-1 recognizes the ATAS-120A, even if [ANT TUNE] is touched. Tuning is performed after recognizing the ATAS-120A.

Press the [TUNE] key to begin automatic tuning. The transmitter will be engaged, and the “ATAS” icon will blink while tuning is in progress. When the optimum tuning point has been reached, the transceiver will return to receive, and the “ATAS” icon will again glow steadily (instead of blinking).

Manual tuning: press the PTT switch on the microphone to transmit, and then press the UP/DWN button on the microphone to adjust the antenna until the meter indicates the minimum SWR. The meter on the screen will automatically change to the SWR meter.

The FTX-1 can be equipped with the Bluetooth function by installing the optional Bluetooth unit “BU-6”. Hands-free operation is possible using the optional Bluetooth headset (SSM-BT20) or a commercially available Bluetooth headset.

The BU-6 consists of a BU-5 and a cover exclusively for the FTX-1.

1. Turn the transceiver OFF.
2. Remove the Bluetooth unit cover from the transceiver.
3. Apply double-sided tape to the Bluetooth unit. Double-sided tape is included with the BU-6.
4. Align the Bluetooth unit connector with the connector on the board and install.
5. Carefully attach the supplied cover.

For additional details on the Bluetooth functions, refer to the Advanced Manual, which may be downloaded from the Yaesu website.

After installing the BU-6, the Bluetooth headset can be paired with the FTX-1; while connected, the Bluetooth icon lights up on the FTX-1 screen and the received audio and operation beep will be heard from the Bluetooth headset. With the VOX function turned ON, hands-free transmit is possible just by talking (see “VOX Operation”). With VOX OFF, pressing the “Call button” on the headset engages transmit; press it again to return to receive.

The side carry handle MHG-1 is mounted with the supplied mounting screws at both ends of the handle.

Do not use an improper screw for mounting the MHG-1! An improper screw may cause a “short circuit” to the internal circuitry, causing serious damage!

Memory channels, setting menus, and various settings can be initialized and returned to their factory defaults.

Three reset items are available under [EXTENSION SETTING] → [RESET]: MEMORY CLEAR (Memory Reset), MENU CLEAR (Setting Menu Reset) and ALL RESET (All Reset).

1. Display the reset item selection screen: press and hold the [FUNC] knob → touch [EXTENSION SETTING] → touch [RESET].
2. Touch “DONE” of the item you want to reset, or select an item with the [FUNC] knob and press the [FUNC] knob. A confirmation screen for reset execution is displayed.
3. Touch [OK], or select [OK] with the [FUNC] knob and press the [FUNC] knob, to execute the reset. To cancel the reset, touch [CANCEL], or select [CANCEL] with the [FUNC] knob and press the [FUNC] knob.
4. The power is turned OFF once and then turned ON automatically. The reset is complete.

Only the contents of the memory channel are initialized (factory default).

All stored information will be erased, but channel M-001 will return to the initial setting of 7.000.000 MHz, LSB, and cannot be deleted.

Memory information can be saved on the microSD card.

Only the contents of the setting menu are returned to their default values (factory default).

Information in the setting menu can be saved on the microSD card.

Initializes all settings of this unit, including various settings, memories, and setting menus, and restores the factory settings.

The Memory, Setting Menu and all other settings are initialized and set to the factory default.

All three reset items turn the power OFF once and then turn it back ON automatically when finished. The reset is complete at that point.

None of the reset items affect data that has already been saved on the microSD card, so a backup taken before the reset can be read back afterwards with MEM LIST LOAD / MENU LOAD.