User manual YAESU DMU-2000

DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT DMU-2000 FOR FT-2000 SERIES OPERATING MANUAL VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD. 4-8-8 Nakameguro, Meguro-Ku, Tokyo 153-8644, Japan VERTEX STANDARD US Headquarters 10900 Walker Street, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A. YAESU EUROPE B.V. P.O. Box 75525, 1118 ZN Schiphol, The Netherlands YAESU UK LTD. Unit 12, Sun Valley Business Park, Winnall Close Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 0LB, U.K. VERTEX STANDARD HK LTD. Unit 5, 20/F., Seaview Centre, 139-141 Hoi Bun Road, Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong VERTEX STANDARD (AUSTRALIA) PTY., LTD. Normanby Business Park, Unit 14/45 Normanby Road Notting Hill 3168, Victoria, Australia TABLE OF CONTENTS Installation and Connection ............................................................................................................................................. 1 Switches and Connectors .................................................................................................................................................. 2 Please Read This First ....................................................................................................................................................... 4 Before Using an External Monitor .................................................................................................................................. 8 About the DMU-2000 Data Management Operation .................................................................................................... 8 About Menu Mode Operation ...................................................................................................................................... 10 About the Monitor Display .......................................................................................................................................... 12 How to Use the World Clock function ........................................................................................................................... 14 About the World Clock ................................................................................................................................................ 14 Explanation of the Function Keys on the World Map Screen ..................................................................................... 14 SET (LOCAL-TIME1) Setup ...................................................................................................................................... 15 FORMAT (TIME FORMAT) Setup ............................................................................................................................ 15 City Selection ......................................................................................................................................................... 16 Miscellaneous World Clock Setup Options ................................................................................................................. 17 OFF Timer and Alarm Setup ........................................................................................................................................ 18 Spectrum Scope ............................................................................................................................................................... 20 About the Spectrum Scope .......................................................................................................................................... 20 Explanation of the Function Keys on the Spectrum Scope Screen ............................................................................. 20 Using the CTR (Center) Display Mode ....................................................................................................................... 22 Using the LBWS (Limited Band Width Sweep) Function .......................................................................................... 24 Using the FIX (Fixed) Mode ....................................................................................................................................... 25 Audio Scope and Oscilloscope ........................................................................................................................................ 26 About the Audio Scope and Oscilloscope ................................................................................................................... 26 Explanation of the Function Keys on the Audio Scope and Oscilloscope Screen ...................................................... 26 Using the Audio Scope ................................................................................................................................................ 27 Audio Scope Specifications ................................................................................................................................... 27 Using the Oscilloscope ................................................................................................................................................ 28 Oscilloscope Specifications ................................................................................................................................... 28 Log Book Function ......................................................................................................................................................... 30 About the Log Book .................................................................................................................................................... 30 Explanation of the Function Keys on the Log Book Screen ....................................................................................... 30 Log Book Example ...................................................................................................................................................... 31 CONFIG Setting ......................................................................................................................................................... 32 CONFIG SETTING Mode Setup ........................................................................................................................... 33 Log Book Data Input ................................................................................................................................................... 34 Log Book Previous-QSO Check (CHECK) ................................................................................................................ 35 Editing Log Book Entries ............................................................................................................................................ 35 Saving Log Data .......................................................................................................................................................... 36 Loading Log Data (LOAD) ......................................................................................................................................... 36 Summary Check ........................................................................................................................................................... 37 Temperature / SWR Indication ...................................................................................................................................... 38 About the Temperature / SWR Indication ................................................................................................................... 38 Explanation of the Function Keys on the Temperature / SWR Indication Screen ...................................................... 38 Graphic Meter Displays ............................................................................................................................................... 39 Swept SWR Display .................................................................................................................................................... 40 Using the Marker on the SWR Graph ......................................................................................................................... 41 Great Circle Map / Rotator Control Function .............................................................................................................. 42 About the Great Circle Map / Rotator Control Function Screen ................................................................................. 42 Explanation of the Function Keys on the Great Circle Map / Rotator Control Function Screen ................................ 42 Manual Mode ............................................................................................................................................................... 44 Preset Mode ................................................................................................................................................................. 45 Memory Mode ............................................................................................................................................................. 46 Using the Memory Channel List .................................................................................................................................... 47 About the Memory Channel List ................................................................................................................................. 47 Explanation of the Function Keys on the Memory Channel List Screen .................................................................... 47 Erasing a Memory Channel/Restoring an Erased Memory Channel ........................................................................... 48 Saving Memory Data ................................................................................................................................................... 48 Loading Memory Data ................................................................................................................................................. 49 Using the MENU Mode ................................................................................................................................................... 50 About the MENU Mode .............................................................................................................................................. 50 Explanation of the Function Keys on the Menu Mode Screen .................................................................................... 51 Memu Mode Configuration Changes .......................................................................................................................... 52 Menu Mode Reset .................................................................................................................................................. 52 Saving Menu Configuration Data ................................................................................................................................ 53 Loading Menu Data ..................................................................................................................................................... 53 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION 1. Make certain that all cables are disconnected from the transceiver. 2. Referring to Figure 1, remove the three screws from each side of the transceiver, and three screws from the top edge of the rear panel. Slide the top cover toward to the rear about 1/2 inch (1 cm), then remove the top cover. 3. Refer to Figure 2 for the mounting location for the SCOPE Unit. Locate the 14-pin plug taped on the chassis. Remove the tape and remove the 14-pin plug from the chassis. 4. Mount the SCOPE Unit using the supplied four screws (Figure 3). 5. Referring to Figure 4, plug the 14-pin plug which was removed from the chassis in the previous step into the J7002 connector on the SCOPE Unit. 6. Locate the Coaxial plugs (labeled and ) installed in jacks (J4508 and J4507) on the RX-2 Unit. Unplug the Coaxial plug ( ) from the RX-2 Unit and plug it into the J7003 on the SCOPE Unit. Unplug the Coaxial plug ( ) from the RX-2 Unit and plug it into the J7001 on the SCOPE Unit (Figure 4). 7. Replace the top cover and its nine screws. 8. Assemble the transceiver, Data Management Unit, after-market Display, and after-market Keyboard (if used) pursuant to Figure 5. Move the Coaxial plug Figure 1 SCOPE Unit Mounting Location 14-pin Plug Figure 2 SCOPE Unit RX-2 Unit Move the Coaxial plug 14-pin Plug Figure 3 Figure 4 Antenna ~AC IN ~AC IN Keep a inch (2.5 cm) of space on either side of the DMU-2000 to prevent the overheating. KEYBOARD MONITOR DMU TRX Supplied Connection Cable Figure 5 DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT Page 1 SWITCHES AND CONNECTORS POWER Switch Press this switch to turn the Data Management Unit on, after first setting the rear panel POWER switch to the "I" position. Press this switch again to turn the Data Management Unit off. If the rear panel's POWER switch is set to the "O" position, the front panel POWER switch will not function. Main POWER Switch This is main power On (I)/Off (O) switch of the Data Management Unit. Always turn this switch on before turning on the front panel's [POWER] button. If this switch is not turned On, the front panel [POWER] switch will not function. FUSE This holder requires a T 3.15-A fuse. Always use the T 3.15 Amp fuse, whether operating on 100 - 120 VAC or 200 - 240 VAC. CF Card Slot This slot accepts the supplied Compact Flash (CF) Card, which allows storage, transfer, and recall of transceiver configuration data and operator preferences, along with Log Book data, etc. When the CF Card is successfully inserted, the red LED by the slot will light up. When you insert the CF card into the this slot, please insure that the white side (ridge side) of the CF card is up. If the CF card is inserted incorrectly, the DMU2000 may be damaged. ~AC IN Jack Connect the supplied 3-wire AC line cord to this socket after ensuring that your AC mains voltage matches that on the label. See the Installation section for instructions on how to change the internal switching power supply AC mains voltage, if necessary. TRX Jack Connect this 8-pin MINI-DIN jack to the DMU jack on the FT-2000 transceiver, using the supplied control cable. Notch Ridge COM Jack Connect a after-market GPS receiver capable of supplying Pin 2 NMEA data to this jack. The data GPS DATA IN Pin 5 line connects to Pin 2, and the GND ground shield connects to Pin 5. When you connect the GPS receiver to this jack, the "Rotator" page on the after-market monitor will automatically include a Great Circle map centered on your location. The DMU-2000 can support the RMC Data Sentences from the GPS receiver. To remove the card out from slot, press the small pushbutton at the right hand side of the slot. Advice: If you get the "CF CARD IS NOT READY" error message on the after-market monitor, check the position of the CF Card in the slot for proper alignment. Page 2 DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT SWITCHES AND CONNECTORS KEY BOARD Jack Connect your keyboard (not supplied) to one of these jacks in accordance with your keyboard type ("USB" or "PS/2") to use the Smart Memory Card for storage of logbook data, and for input of your location when setting up the World Clock. When you store the data onto the CF card, please use the CF card that is included with the DMU2000 package. If you want to use a CF card other than the one supplied by YEASU, you may need to format the card on a Windows PC by using the FAT16 or FAT32 option. AUDIO OUT Jack This jack is for future expansion of the Data Management Unit's capabilities, but at this time it is not supported. AUDIO IN Jack This jack is audio signal input for the Audio Scope display of the DMU-2000. You can observe the audio wave of a signal provided by equipment connected to this jack. USB Jack This jack supports the USB 1.1 protocol, for connection of a USB keyboard. Note: Other types of USB-related accessories (other than a keyboard) are not supported by this jack, and must not be connected here. DISPLAY Jack Connect an external monitor (not supplied) to this jack. SPECIFICATIONS Supply Voltage: Power Consumption (Approx.): Dimensions (WxHxD): Weight (Approx.): 100 VAC ~ 240 VAC, 50 ~ 60 Hz (Universal) 50 VA 3.9" x 5.3" x 13.8" (100 x 135 x 350 mm) 5.9 lbs (2.7 kg) PACKAGING LIST DMU-2000 SCOPE Unit CF Card AC Power Cord 1 pc 1 pc 1 pc 1 pc Q9000855 (128 MB) T9017882: USA T9013285: Europe T9013283A: Australia Connection Cable Spare Fuse Screws Operation Manual Warranty Card 1 pc T9101560 1 pc Q00000096 (3.15A) 4 pcs U03306002 (ASM3X6NI) 1 pc 1 pc DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT Page 3 PLEASE READ THIS FIRST When turning on the transceiver for the first time, please set the local time as soon as possible. If this is not done, the various functions of the World Clock and Great Circle Map will not function correctly. Note: If you wish to add a city to the City List that was programmed at the factory, you will need to supply your own USB or PS/2 Keyboard. If you utilize one of the pre-loaded cities, a keyboard is not necessary. You may also set up the local time for other locations, without a keyboard, using the cities that have been pre-loaded at the factory. Please note that there are four power switches that must be turned on in order for the operation. They are (1) main power switch of the transceiver, (2) actual power switch of the transceiver, (3) main power switch of the Data Management Unit, and (4) actual power switch of the Data Management Unit. This Data Management Unit must be turned on before pressing the power switch on the front panel of the transceiver. 1. TURNING THE TRANSCEIVER ON To turn the transceiver on, first press the main [POWER] switch (so that the "I" side is pressed downward). In the FT2000 (100 W version), the main [POWER] switch is on the right side of the rear panel. For the FT-2000D (200 W version), the Main [POWER] switch is located on the front panel of the FP-2000. Hold in the front panel [POWER] switch to turn the transceiver on. 3. LOCAL TIME SETUP If you press and hold in the [DISPLAY] key for more than two seconds, white letters will appear at the bottom of the screen to indicate various functions, and the FT-2000's [F1(CH-1)] ~ [F7(P.BACK)] and [DISPLAY] keys will act as "Function" keys. On the monitor, there should be a World Map displayed; if the World Map does not appear, find the [F1(MAP)] key on the front panel of the FT-2000; press this key to get the World Map to display on the monitor. 2. TURNING THE DMU-2000 ON To turn the Data Management Unit on, first press the main [POWER] switch (so that the "I" side is pressed downward) on the rear panel, then press the front panel [POWER] switch to turn the Data Management Unit on. Note: The opening screen will appear on the after-market monitor and the self-check function of the CPU inside the Data Management Unit will begin. When the Data Management Unit is turned on for the first time, it takes about 50 seconds (for self- checking) until the Data Management Unit becomes ready to use; however, from the next time you turn it on, it will take around 10 seconds until the Data Management Unit is ready for full operation. FUNCTION TABS Press the [DISPLAY] key to change the action of the "Function" keys, then press the [F1(SET)] key; the monitor should now show "LOCAL TIME-1;" this setting has been pre-set for Japanese time at the factory. Note In the discussion to follow, reference will be made to various "Function" keys (for example, [F1 ( MAP )] ). This nomenclature refers to the [F1(CH-1)] ~ [DISPLAY] keys located along the bottom left edge of the front panel of the FT-2000. The exact function of each key will depend upon the "Page" of the display being viewed on the monitor; therefore, when using the World Map page, [F1(MAP)] represents the pressing of the [F1(CH-1)] key, with "MAP" being the function appearing in the "F1" position at the bottom edge of the monitor screen. Page 4 DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT PLEASE READ THIS FIRST 4. CHANGING THE LOCATION (1) Using the World Map Choose (highlight) the "ZONE" using the [F1( )] ~ [F4( )] keys, then press the [F7(SELECT)] key. The name of the country associated with the highlighted Time Zone may now be selected using the [F1( )] ~ [F4( )] keys. Press the [F7(SELECT)] key when you have made your selection. You may now choose one of the cities displayed in the same way. When you have made your choice, press the [F7(SELECT)] key. Advice: Depending on the country, there may be only one city (or no cities) listed. In these instances, to modify the setting, please first select the city name on the list, even if you do not see the city you want on the list; you may modify the city name later. (2) Using the Longitude/Latitude Data If you know a Longitude/Latitude of the your location, you may set the location from the Longitude/Latitude data. Press the [F6(LON/LAT)] key. The display changes as follows. (2) Using the GPS Receiver If you connect the GPS receiver (not supplied) to the COM jack on the rear panel, your location (Longitude/ Latitude) is set automatically. Press the [F6(LON/LAT)] key. The display will indicate the Longitude/Latitude of your location. Press the [F6(GPS)] key to re-read the GPS data. 5. CHANGING THE CITY NAME (Please connect a PS/2 or USB Keyboard (not supplied) to do manual entry of a city name. If you are not entering a new city name, please skip to step (6) below). Use the [F1( )] and [F2( )] keys to highlight the "CITY," then press the [F7(SELECT)] key. Enter the name of the desired city. Press the [F7(SELECT)] key, then enter the Longitude using the [F1 ( )] ~ [F4 ( )] keys. Use the [F3( )] and [F4( )] keys to navigate to each column, then use the [F1( )] and [F2( )] keys to select the desired numbers in each column. Note: The Longitude data is input in decimal form. The seconds may also be input in sexagenary form. For example, if you want to input 138 degree 28 minutes 15 seconds, 1. Input "13828.00" by using [F1( )] ~ [F4( )] keys. 2. Press [F4( )] key and move the cursor to the right side of the column. 3. Input "15." 4. Press [F7(SELECT)] key, and the numeric (second) will be converted to the decimal number and the Longitude input is completed. When entry is complete, press the [F7(SELECT)] key again. Choose (highlight) "LAT" using the [F1( )] ~ [F4( )] keys, then press the [F7(SELECT)] key. Enter the Latitude in the same manner as described above. When entry is complete, press the [F7(SELECT)] key again. When you have completed your input, press the [F7(SELECT)] key once more. IMPORTANT NOTE When a full reset is performed on the FT-2000/ FT-2000D, the DMU-2000's data will also be reset, if the DMU-2000's [POWER] switch is also on. DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT Page 5 PLEASE READ THIS FIRST 6. CORRECTING THE DATE Use the [ F1 ( )] and [F2 ( )] keys to highlight "DATA," then press the [F7(SELECT)] key. Use the [F3( )] and [F4( )] keys to navigate to each column of the date, then use the [F1( )] and [F2( )] keys to select the desired numbers in each column. Repeat for each column, to complete the date. 8. SETTING UP DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME Once you have selected the city to be utilized, use the [F1( )] and [F2( )] keys to highlight "DST" (DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME). Use the [F3( )] and [F4( )] keys to choose "ON" or "OFF." 9. SAVING AND CLOSING When you have completed all the above entries to your satisfaction, press and hold in the [F7(SELECT)] key for two seconds to save all the new settings. The chosen city and time zone will appear on the World Map page. Note: The [F1(SET)] key is only used when setting the city name and local time. If you make a mistake, press the [ F7 ( SELECT )] key for 2 seconds. Pressing the [F7(SELECT)] key for two seconds will return you to the World Map screen. When entry is complete, press the [F7(SELECT)] key. 7. TIME SETTING Press the [F1 ( )] and [F2 ( )] keys to highlight "TIME," then press the [F7(SELECT)] key to enter the time entry mode. Use the [F3( )] and [F4( )] keys to navigate to the desired column in the date, then use the [F1( )] and [F2( )] keys to select the desired number in each column. Time is entered in 24-hour format. When entry is complete, press the [F7(SELECT)] key. Page 6 DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT NOTE DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT Page 7 BEFORE USING AN EXTERNAL MONITOR ABOUT DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT OPERATION A number of informative and useful displays will appear on the after-market monitor which is connected to the DISPLAY terminal on the DMU-2000 rear panel. These include the World Clock, Spectrum Scope, Audio Scope and Oscilloscope, Log Book, Temperature and SWR indications, Rotator Control with a Great Circle Map, and Memory Channel List. These various "pages" may be selected by pressing the [F1(MAP)] ~ [F7(MCH LIST)] keys. Please see Page three. 1. Press and hold in the [DISPLAY] key for at least two seconds. White letters will appear at the bottom of the screen to indicate various functions, and the [F1(CH-1)] ~ [F7(P.BACK)] and [DISPLAY] keys will act as "Function" keys. If you once more press and hold in the [DISPLAY] key for at least two seconds, the white-lettered tabs will disappear, and control of the various functions will be cut off; the [F1(CH-1)] ~ [F7(P.BACK)] and [DISPLAY] keys will no longer act as "Function" keys. 2. If you press the one of the [F1(MAP)] ~ [F7(MCH LIST)] keys momentarily, each press will bring up a new display page. If you do not want to change the setting, or if you wish to suspend the setting procedure, press the [DISPLAY] key. Any changes you started will not be saved, and the screen will move forward to the next display. On each screen, the action of the function key may vary. At the bottom area of the screen, the function is indicated; please confirm the function displayed as you read along. [DISPLAY] Key Function Keys Function Tabs Page 8 DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT BEFORE USING AN EXTERNAL MONITOR ABOUT DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT OPERATION Press and hold in the [DISPLAY] key (2 sec.) Press the [F1(MAP)] key Press the [F4(LOG BOOK)] key Press the [F2(RF SCOPE)] key Press the [F3(AF SCOPE)] key Press the [F7(MCH LIST)] key Press the [F6(ROTATOR)] key Press the [F5(SWR)] key The white-lettered tabs are disappear "MEMORY CHANNEL LIST" Screen "ROTATOR CONTROL" Screen "SWR MONITOR" Screen "LOG BOOK" Screen "AUDIO SCOPE / OSCILLO SCOPE" Screen "SPECTRUM SCOPE" Screen "WORLD CLOCK" Screen DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT Page 9 BEFORE USING AN EXTERNAL MONITOR ABOUT MENU MODE OPERATION The Menu mode's various selections and parameters can be displayed on the external monitor. For details on menu operation, please see the discussion below. ENTERING THE MENU MODE 1. If you press and hold in the [DISPLAY] key for more than two seconds, white letters will appear at the bottom of the screen to indicate various functions, and the [F1(CH-1)] ~ [F7(P.BACK)] and [DISPLAY] keys will act as "Function" keys. If you once more press and hold in the [DISPLAY] key for at least two seconds, the white-lettered tabs will disappear, and control of the various functions will be cut off; the [F1(CH-1)] ~ [F7(P.BACK)] and [DISPLAY] keys will no longer act as "Function" keys. 2. Press the [MENU] button momentarily. The Menu list will appear on the after-market monitor, and you will see the Menu Number, Menu Groups, Menu Items, and the current settings for each item display on the monitor. 3. Rotate the Main Tuning Dial knob (or press the [F6( )] and [F7( )] keys) to select the Menu item you wish to work on. 4. Rotate the [SUB VFO-B] knob (or press the [F4( )] and [F5( )] keys) to change the current setting of the selected Menu item. 5. When you have completed the changes to the Menu item(s), press and hold in the [MENU] button for 2 seconds; the setting(s) will now be saved. If you do not want to save the new setting, press the [MENU] button momentarily; the radio will revert to its previous condition. [DISPLAY] Key Function Keys [MENU] Button Main Tuning Dial Knob [SUB VFO-B] Knob Function Tabs Page 10 DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT BEFORE USING AN EXTERNAL MONITOR ABOUT MENU MODE OPERATION There are 147 items in the Menu mode, and they are grouped; the group name is displayed at the left top of the list screen. It will be convenient for you if you initially select the group, by rotating the Main Tuning knob, and then select the item you want. The groups are as follows. AGC: Setup of the AGC performance DISPLAY: Setup of the configurations of the display DVS: Setup of the input/output level of the voice memory KEYER: Setup of the configurations of the internal electric keyer GENERAL: Setup of the configurations of the General feature S IF SHIFT: Setup of the center frequency of the Sub band (VFO-B) receiver's IF filter MODE-AM, MODE-CW, MODE-DAT, MODE-FM, MODE-RTY, MODE-SSB Setup of the configurations of the each operating mode RX AUDIO: Setup of the RX DSP Filter bandwidth and headphone RX DSP: Setup of the RX DSP Filter bandwidth and shaping SCOPE: Setup of the starting frequency for the Spectrum Scope TUNING: Setup of the Dial steps TX AUDIO: Setup of the Parametric Microphone Equalizer TX GNRL: Setup of the configurations of the General feature for the transmitter For detailed information regarding the Menu mode, please see the "How to Use the Menu Mode" section of this manual, and the operating manual of the radio. MENU MODE RESET It is possible to reset (only) the Menu mode settings back to their factory default. Do this if you want to clear all settings out, and start fresh with the original values. 1. Turn off the radio. 2. Turn the radio on while pressing and holding in the [MENU] button. [POWER] Switch [MENU] Button DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT Page 11 BEFORE USING AN EXTERNAL MONITOR ABOUT THE MONITOR DISPLAY Main (VFO-A) & Sub (VFO-B) Fields These areas of the Display contain information about the status of the Main (VFO-A) and Sub (VFO-B) VFOs. Bandwidth Fields This field indicates the net receiver bandwidth currently set for the Main (VFO-A) and Sub (VFO-B) VFOs. MODE Fields These fields indicate the operating mode in use on the above VFOs. Date Field The current date is displayed here. Local Time-1 Field The current time at your location (Local Time-1) is displayed here. TX Frequency/Clarifier/ Antenna Selection Fields These notations advise which VFO is being used for transmission, status of the Clarifier, and a notation of which antenna has been selected on that VFO. GPS Field If you have connected an after-market GPS unit (one providing NMEA location data) to the rear panel of " icon (Base color is white) will the transceiver, " appear here. When display the your location on a World Map with the GPS data, a base color of the " " icon turns into yellow. Filter Fields These fields note the offset status for the µ-Tuning or VRF filters, as well as the Roofing filter selection, for each VFO. Filter Shift Fields These fields graphically depict the positions of the DSP RX filters for the Main and Sub VFOs, indicating any "IF Shift" or "Width" tuning changes applied. Local Time-2 Field The Local Time-2 time, as programmed, will appear here. Page 12 DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT BEFORE USING AN EXTERNAL MONITOR ABOUT THE MONITOR DISPLAY Timer Field When the On Timer has been engaged, "TIMER" will appear here; when the Alarm has been engaged, "ALARM" will appear in this field. World Time Field This area shows the current time at the city selected on the World Map display. Display Pages Individual pages are provided for a wide variety of information or command purposes. Included are the World Clock page, Spectrum Scope page, Audio Scope and Oscilloscope page, Log Book page, Temperature and SWR indications page, Rotator Control with a Great Circle Map page, Memory Channel List page, and the Menu page. Local Time-1 Field The current time at your location (Local Time-1) is displayed here. Local Time-2 Field The Local Time-2 time, as programmed, will appear here. DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT Page 13 HOW TO USE THE WORLD CLOCK ABOUT THE WORLD CLOCK Note: When you turn on the Data Management Unit for the first time after your purchasing, please set the Local Time (the place where you operate this radio), and confirm this setting. If this is not done, the various functions of the World Clock and Great Circle Map will not function correctly. Regarding the setting of the Local Time, please see the "PLEASE READ THIS FIRST" information. If the "World Map" screen does not initially appear, press the [DISPLAY] key to switch the Function key's function to "Page Select Key," then press the [F1(MAP)] key momentarily to display the "World Map" screen. Next, press the [DISPLAY] key again to switch the Function key's function to the "Function Key." The World Clock displays the time in various countries, and the day/night areas are also indicated on the map, including the Grey Line near the terminator. The difference between the daylight areas in the Southern and Northern Hemispheres is displayed correctly, and is updated in real time. For DX hunting, this can be a very important and convenient tool for specific long distance HF QSOs, for example, as you can target the time the other station might have access to, say, the 80-meter band, enabling you to complete a QSO. In addition, an alarm is provided which beeps with respect to a designated area at a designated time, and the auto-off timer can also be matched to any desired area you stipulate. EXPLANATION OF THE FUNCTION KEYS ON THE WORLD MAP SCREEN [F1(SET)] Key Selects the LOCAL TIME-1 setup screen. [F5(TIMER)] Key Selects the TIMER setup screen. [F2(FORMAT)] Key Selects 12-hour or 24-hour time format. [F7(MAP)] Key This lets you select between the World Map regular screen and the map that includes Daylight/Darkness display. [F3(CITY)] Key Selects the World Map for City selection. [F4(LIST)] Key Displays the City setup list. [DISPLAY] Key Press this key momentarily to switch the Function key's function between the "Page Select Key" and the "Function Key." Press and hold in this key to disable the Function keys (except this key). Page 14 DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT HOW TO USE THE WORLD CLOCK SET (LOCAL-TIME1) SETUP Please see the "PLEASE READ THIS FIRST" information (Page 4). FORMAT (TIME FORMAT) SETUP This procedure lets you choose between 12-hour and 24-hour time display format. 1. While the World Map is displayed, press the [F2(FORMAT)] key to select the "TIME FORMAT" screen. 2. Press the [F1( )], [F2( )], [F3( )], [F4( )] keys, and select 12-hour or 24-hour display for "LOCALTIME1," "LOCAL-TIME2," and the "WORLD CITY LIST." When "SEC" is set to "ON", the "seconds" digits will be shown at the top right corner of the after-market monitor, in the Local Time indication area. Advice: If you press the [F6(SECADJ)] key, the "seconds" indication will reset to "00." Use this to sync your clock to a time standard such as WWV. 3. When all settings are complete, press and hold in the [F7(SELECT)] key for 2 seconds to exit. [F2(FORMAT)] Key "SELECT" Keys [F6(SECADJ)] Key Set to "00" Second DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT Page 15 HOW TO USE THE WORLD CLOCK CITY SELECTION It is possible to enter up to a total of 11 cities in the register. All cities in the register will be displayed on the World Clock screen. Advice: The order of the display of the cities can be changed later; for now, please just select one of the supplied city names. There may only be one city shown in some countries; however, it is possible to add cities, if desired. If you wish to add a city to the City List that was programmed at the factory, you will need to supply your own USB or PS/ 2 Keyboard. If you utilize one of the pre-loaded cities, a keyboard is not necessary. 1. Press the [F3(CITY)] key while the World Map is displayed, and the Display will show the "Area Selection" screen. 2. Press the [F1( )], [F2( )], [F3( )], [F4( )] keys to select the continent in which the desired city is located. 3. Confirm that the desired area is highlighted, and press the [F7(SELECT)] key momentarily. Now the country list for the selected continent will be displayed. 4. Use the [F1( )], [F2( )], [F3( )], [F4( )] keys to select the desired country in this area. 5. Now press the [F7(SELECT)] key momentarily, and you will see the list of the city names in the country selected. 6. Press the [F1( )], [F2( )], [F3( )], [F4( )] key to select the desired city. Even if the city displayed is the only one in the country, select it anyway. 7. Once you have pressed the [F7(SELECT)] key momentarily, the selected country name and the city name will be indicated, thanks to the procedure mentioned above. If you want to input a city name which is not in the list, press the [F7(SELECT)] key after confirming that the city name is highlighted. Then, enter the city name you want. 8. Press the [F1( )], [F2( )], [F3( )], [F4( )] key to set "DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME (Summer Time)," "DISPLAY MAP" (display or not display city names on the World Clock screen), or "HIGHLIGHT" (select highlighted indication (yellow) or normal (white) indication). 9. When finished, press and hold in the [F7(SELECT)] key for 2 seconds to exit. "AREA SELECTION" SCREEN [F7(SELECT)] Key "COUNTRY SELECTION" SCREEN [F7(SELECT)] Key "CITY SELECTION" SCREEN [F7(SELECT)] Key Page 16 DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT HOW TO USE THE WORLD CLOCK MISCELLANEOUS WORLD CLOCK SETUP OPTIONS It is possible to change the order of selection of the city times, as well as the display color, etc. 1. On the World Map Screen, press the [F4(LIST)] key to select the "City Name List" screen. 2. If you want to change the order of the city times as indicated at the middle of the Display screen, press the [F1( )] or [F2( )] keys to move the cursor to the city name you want to change the position of. When the [F6(DOWN)] key is pressed, the position goes downward. If you need to move it further, repeat as necessary. 3. If you want to change other settings of a city, select the city name by pressing the [F1( )] or [F2( )] k e y s t o h i g h l i g h t t h e c i t y, t h e n p r e s s t h e [F7(SELECT)] key momentarily. Now the screen will change to the city setup screen, where the following settings can be done: "DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME" (to select Summer time), "DISPLAY MAP" (display or not display city names on the World Clock screen), and "HIGHLIGHT" (select yellow or white highlighting indication for cities). 4. If you want to delete a city from the World Clock screen, move the cursor to the city name by pressing the [ F1 ( )] or [ F2 ( )] keys, then press the [F4(DEL)] key. 5. When finished, press and hold in [F7(SELECT)] for 2 seconds to exit. Advice: On the "DISPLAY MAP" setting, if the city name indication is selected, the city name will be displayed on the World Map. When "NO" is selected, the city name will not be displayed, and only the city name and the current time is indicated at the middle of the Display screen. For the "HIGHLIGHT" setting (city name: highlighted or not highlighted), if "Highlight" (YES) is selected, the city name on the world map will be shown in yellow font color. If "NOT Highlighted" (NO) is selected, the city name will be indicated in white. [F4(LIST)] Key "SELECT" Keys [F4(DELETE)] Key DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT Page 17 HOW TO USE THE WORLD CLOCK OFF TIMER It is easy to set the OFF Timer and Alarm times. As to the OFF TIMER, countdown intervals of 120/90/60/30/15 minutes, and OFF, can be selected. For the alarm setting, it is possible to choose either LOCAL-TIME1 or LOCAL-TIME2, set the alarm time, set the Alarm ON or OFF, and/or sound the alarm one time only or every day. 1. On the World Map screen, press the [F5(TIMER)] key to move to the OFF TIMER and ALARM setup screen. 2. Press the [F1( )], [F2( )], [F3( )], [F4( )] key to move the cursor to the desired setup item; the selected item will be highlighted. OFF TIMER setup: 120/90/60/30/15 minutes, and OFF ALARM setup: (When setting up the Alarm, be sure to set the OFF TIMER setting to OFF!) TIME ZONE (LOCAL TIME-1/LOCAL TIME-2) ALARM TIME ALARM ON/OFF CYCLE (ONCE/DAILY) 3. Press and hold in [F7(SELECT)] for 2 seconds to close and exit. Advice: When the OFF timer is engaged (power is shut off), the condition of the radio is the same as if the power switch on the front panel has been turned off. The Main power (circuit breaker) is not turned off. The Alarm will ring for around 60 seconds. If you want to stop the alarm, press any of the keys located on the front panel. "OFF TIMER AND ALARM SETUP" SCREEN AND ALARM SETUP [F5(TIMER)] Key Page 18 DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT NOTE DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT Page 19 SPECTRUM SCOPE ABOUT THE SPECTRUM SCOPE If the "Spectrum Scope" screen does not initially appear, press the [DISPLAY] key to switch the Function key's function to "Page Select Key," then press the [F2(RF SCOPE)] key momentarily to display the "Spectrum Scope" screen. Next, press the [DISPLAY] key again to switch the Function key's function to the "Function Key." Quick Point: The vertical axis of the Spectrum Scope is 10 dB per division. During transmission, the transmitter's waveform will be displayed. This page displays the Spectrum Scope which is convenient for monitoring band activity. The entire screen will become the spectrum display, and you can see both strong and weak signals clearly and easily on the Main (VFO-A) band. Furthermore, the LBWS function allow you to realize very high-speed signal detection over a limited band segment. The CTR mode let you monitor close by your current frequency (your frequency is located at the center of the screen), and the FIX mode can also be engaged, whereby the left edge frequency is fixed. These features have been carefully considered for their utility in actual Amateur Radio operation. EXPLANATION OF THE FUNCTION KEYS ON THE SPECTRUM SCOPE SCREEN The functions of the individual function tabs will change, depending on the display page being viewed. Therefore, carefully inspect each tab as you change pages, to ensure you are performing the correct and desired function. [F1(FUNC)] Key Moves you to the function screen of the Spectrum Scope used for setup of the MKR (Marker) function, etc. Advice: On this screen, the functions assigned to the function keys can be changed. If you want to go back to the previous screen, press the [F7(EXIT)] key. [F2(SPAN)] Key (Bandwidth) By pressing this key momentarily, it is possible to set the range of frequencies from the left edge to the right edge. If the setting is toggled to 2500 kHz, and you press this key once more, the span returns to 25 kHz again. At the top of the screen, the current span is indicated below the span indication. 25 kHz 50 kHz 100 kHz 250 kHz 500 kHz 1000 kHz 2500 kHz 25 kHz ...... Page 20 DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT SPECTRUM SCOPE EXPLANATION OF THE FUNCTION KEYS ON THE SPECTRUM SCOPE SCREEN [F3(ATT)] Key (Attenuator) By pressing this key, the display attenuation can be switched as shown below. The noise level on the band will vary according to conditions, your antenna, the time of day, etc.; please select the appropriate value for current conditions. 0 dB 10 dB 20 dB 0 dB ...... [F7(LBWS)] Key Press this key to activate the "Limited Band Width Sweep" (LBWS) function, which permits high-speed sweeping of a band segment. As the bandwidth is set narrower, the sweep speed becomes faster, allowing the scope to capture signals with quicker resolution. The bandwidth can be set to 50 %, 30 %, or 10 % of the full span. The sweep speed becomes faster by the following amounts: 50 %: about 2 times faster 30 %: about 3 times faster 10 %: about 10 times faster NORMAL LBWS-1 (50%) LBWS-2 (30%) LBWS-3 (10%) NORMAL ...... [F6(CTR/FIX)] Key By pressing this key, it is possible to switch between the CTR mode and FIX mode. In the CTR mode, the current operating frequency is displayed at the center of the screen; in the FIX mode, the frequency selected via the Menu is fixed at the left edge of the display. Advice: In either CTR or the FIX mode, the current operating frequency is indicated on the screen by the yellow arrow ( ), for ease of status recognition. Advice: When you enter the LBWS mode, the function keys below the Display change. It is possible to move the sweep position by pressing the [F5( )] and [F6( )] key. If you want to return to normal operation, press the [F7(LBWS)] key as needed. Please note that LBWS can not be used in the FIX mode. Please use LBWS only in the CTR mode. [DISPLAY] Key Press this key momentarily to switch the Function key's function between the "Page Select Key" and the "Function Key." Press and hold in this key to disable the Function keys (except this key). FIX MODE SETUP (LEFT EDGE FREQUENCY) Press the [MENU] button momentarily to enter the Menu mode. Select the item which you want to change by rotating the Main Tuning Dial knob (in this case, the item will be one of the items in the range from SCOPE "105 SCP 1.8 FI" to "115 SCP 50.0 FI"). Then change the setting by rotating the [SUB VFOB] knob. When the change is completed, press and hold in the [MENU] button for 2 seconds to save the change. If you do not want to save the change, press the [MENU] button momentarily. The radio will go back to the previous condition/situation. There are many setup items in the Menu mode, and they are grouped for easy recognition; the group name is displayed at the top left corner of the list screen. It is usually more convenient if you initially select the group by rotating the Main Tuning Dial knob, and then select the item you want. DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT Page 21 SPECTRUM SCOPE USING THE CTR (CENTER) DISPLAY MODE It is possible to see both strong and weak signals clearly and easily on the Main (VFO-A) band. Also, the LBWS (Limited Band Width Sweep) mode lets you perform a high-speed, high-resolution sweep of a limited band segment. 1. Press the [F6(CTR/FIX)] key to change to the CTR mode. 2. By pressing [F6(CTR/FIX)] key, the CTR mode and the FIX mode will be toggled alternately. In the CTR mode, the yellow arrow " " will appear at the center of the display, indicating your current operating frequency. 3. Press the [F2(SPAN)] key to select the desired frequency span to monitor. By pressing the [F2(SPAN)] key, the span will change as follows. 25 kHz 50 kHz 100 kHz 250 kHz 500 kHz 1000 kHz 2500 kHz 25 kHz ...... 4. Press the [F3(ATT)] key to select the attenuation value according to current propagation conditions, your operating frequency and antenna, etc. 0 dB 10 dB 20 dB 0 dB ...... [F2(SPAN)] Key [F3(ATT)] Key [F6(CTR/FIX)] Key USING THE MARKER Press the [F1(FUNC)] key to show the screen for setup of the Marker. The indication [F1(FUNC)] will change to [F1(MKR ON/OFF)]; now press the [F1(MKR ON/OFF)] key once again, and the Marker line will be displayed at the center of the screen. It is possible to change the position of the marker by pressing the [F2( )] and [F3( )] keys. If you want to center on a strong signal, you can move the marker to the screen position occupied by that signal. When the [F5(CF)] key is pressed momentarily (one touch), the marker position will return to the center. In order to remove the marker, press the [F1(MKR ON/OFF)] key. When you want to return to the Spectrum Scope screen, press the [F7(EXIT)] key. If the screen returns to the previous screen (with the Marker displayed), the marker will remain on the screen. "MKR ON/OFF" Key "CF" Key Page 22 DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT SPECTRUM SCOPE USING THE CTR (CENTER) DISPLAY MODE Miscellaneous Functions SEARCHING FOR STRONG SIGNALS USING THE PEAK SEARCH FEATURE 1. Press the [F1(FUNC)] key to show the screen for setup of the Marker. 2. Press the [F4(P.SRCH)] key to move the marker to the highest peak signal frequency. With each press the [F4(P.SRCH)] key, the Marker will shift to the strongest signal frequency away from the current frequency. [F4(P.SRCH)] Key CHANGING THE TRACE MODE 1. Press the [F1(FUNC)] key to show the screen for setup of the Marker. 2. Press the [F6(TRACE)] key to select the Trace mode of the Spectrum Scope. The Trace mode selections are shown below. NORMAL AVERAGE PEAK HOLD NORMAL ...... NORMAL: The real-time signal strength will be displayed. Normally, you will want to use this mode. AVERAGE: The averaged signal strength will be displayed. PEAK HOLD: The signal level will be displayed, with peak strengths held for a few seconds. [F6(TRACE)] Key QMB MARKER If the QMB frequency is within the Spectrum Scope sweep range, the QMB channel's frequency will be displayed on the screen by a white arrow ( ). You may remove the QMB Marker from the screen via menu item "014 diSP QMB MARKER," if desired. QMB Marker DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT Page 23 SPECTRUM SCOPE USING THE LBWS (LIMITED BAND WIDTH SWEEP) FUNCTION LBWS (Limited Band Width Sweep) is a function that sweeps a limited segment of the Spectrum Scope span without changing the span (bandwidth). As the sweep segment becomes narrower, the speed becomes faster, and the accuracy and resolution become enhanced. The bandwidth can be set to 50 %, 30 %, or 10 % of the full span. The sweep speed will increase as follows: 50 %: about 2 times faster, 30 %: about 3 times faster, 10 %: about 10 times faster 1. By pressing the [F6(CTR/FIX)] key repeatedly, the CTR mode and the FIX mode will be toggled alternately. 2. By pressing the [F2(SPAN)] key, you can set the bandwidth of the span viewed using the Spectrum Scope. By pressing the [F2(SPAN)] key, the span will change as follows. 25 kHz 50 kHz 100 kHz 250 kHz 500 kHz 1000 kHz 2500 kHz 25 kHz ...... 3. Press the [F3(ATT)] key to set the desired attenuation value. By pressing the [F3(ATT)] key, the attenuation will change as follows. 0 dB 10 dB 20 dB 0 dB ...... 4. By pressing the [F7(LBWS)] key, the LBWS segment width will change as follows. NORMAL LBWS-1 (50%) LBWS-2 (30%) LBWS-3 (10%) NORMAL ...... Advice: Please note that the LBWS feature can not be used in the FIX mode. Please use LBWS only in the CTR mode. [F7(LBWS)] Key [F6(CTR/FIX)] Key Page 24 DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT SPECTRUM SCOPE USING THE FIX (FIXED) MODE This feature is convenient when you want to monitor an entire amateur band. The starting point, located at the left edge of the screen, can be set via the Menu. Even if the screen span (bandwidth) is changed, the start frequency will not be changed. By watching the screen, you can move your operation to frequencies where interesting activity appears on the display. 1. By pressing the [F6(CTR/FIX)] key, it is possible to switch between the CTR mode and the FIX mode. Select the CTR mode at this time. 2. Press the [F2(SPAN)] key to set the desired value for the Span (bandwidth). By pressing the [F2(SPAN)] key, the span will change as follows. 25 kHz 50 kHz 100 kHz 250 kHz 500 kHz 1000 kHz 2500 kHz 25 kHz ...... 3. Press the [F3(ATT)] key to set the desired attenuation value. By pressing the [F3(ATT)] key, the attenuation will change as follows. 0 dB 10 dB 20 dB 0 dB ...... 4. When you rotate the Main Tuning Dial knob, the yellow arrow ( ) will move to follow your receive frequency. If the receive frequency is outside of the screen, the position of the operating frequency will be "shown" in the lower area of the display as " <<< " " >>> ", and "RCV Freq is out of range" will also be displayed. 5. Just as in the CTR mode, you can use the Marker. Please see page 23 for information on using the marker. Advice: In either CTR or FIX mode, the current operating frequency will be indicated on the screen by the yellow arrow ( ). [F2(SPAN)] Key [F3(ATT)] Key [F6(CTR/FIX)] Key SETTING THE LEFT EDGE FREQUENCY FOR THE FIX MODE Press the [MENU] button momentarily to enter the Menu mode. Select the item which you want to change by rotating the Main Tuning Dial knob (in this case, the items will be in the range from "105 SCP 1.8 FI" to "115 SPC 50.0 FI"). Now you may change the setting by rotating the [SUB VFO-B] knob. When the change(s) are completed, press and hold in the [MENU] button for 2 seconds to save the change. If you do not want to save the change(s), press the [MENU] button momentarily. The radio will go back to its previous condition/situation. There are many setup items in the Menu, and they are grouped; the group name is displayed at the top left area of the list screen. It will generally be more convenient for you if you initially select the group, by rotating the Main Tuning Dial knob, and then select the item you want to work on. DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT Page 25 AUDIO SCOPE AND OSCILLOSCOPE ABOUT THE AUDIO SCOPE AND OSCILLOSCOPE It is possible to show both the Audio Scope and the Oscilloscope displays simultaneously. With the Audio Scope, the horizontal line represents frequency, and you can use this function check the frequency response within the RX or TX bandwidth. In the Oscilloscope mode, the horizontal line represents time, and you can check the RX signal waveform within the RX bandwidth, as well as the TX wave form. If the "Audio Scope / Oscilloscope" screen does not initially appear, press the [DISPLAY] key to switch the Function key's function to "Page Select Key," then press the [F3(AF SCOPE)] key momentarily to display the "Audio Scope / Oscilloscope" screen. Next, press the [DISPLAY] key again to switch the Function key's function to the "Function Key." EXPLANATION OF THE FUNCTION KEYS ON THE AUDIO SCOPE AND OSCILLOSCOPE SCREEN Here are the uses for the function keys when the Audio scope and Oscilloscope are displayed on the screen. [F2(MODE)] Key The SCAN MODE for the left-side Audio Scope can be changed. By pressing this key, the mode changes: NORMAL WF-1 WF-2 NORMAL ...... "WF-1" and "WF-2" are "Waterfall" displays. The sweep time (speed) of "WF-2" is faster than that of "WF-1." [F6(LEVEL)] Key This key lets you adjust the sensitivity of the Oscilloscope display at the right side of the screen. Adjust the level while viewing the screen, to optimize the setting according to the signal and noise conditions present. Available values are: 0.3 V 0.1 V 1.0 V 0.3 V ...... [F3(SOURCE)] Key Pressing this key lets you select the source for the audio to be viewed by the Audio Scope. The selections are: VFO-A VFO-B EXT VFO-A ...... When "EXT" is selected, you can observe the audio wave form of a signal provided by equipment connected to the AUDIO IN jack on the rear panel of the DMU-2000. [F7(SWEEP)] Key This key lets you adjust the sweep time for the Oscilloscope. Adjust this setting while viewing the screen. Available sweep times are: 10 ms 30 ms 100 ms 300 ms 1 s 10 ms ...... [DISPLAY] Key Press this key momentarily to switch the Function key's function between the "Page Select Key" and the "Function Key." Press and hold in this key to disable the Function keys (except this key). [F4(ATT)] Key (Attenuator) This key lets you adjust the attenuator for the Audio scope. Set the appropriate value based on the received signal. 0 dB 10 dB 20 dB 0 dB ...... Page 26 DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT AUDIO SCOPE AND OSCILLOSCOPE USING THE AUDIO SCOPE The Audio Scope is particularly useful when making adjustments to the transmitter, especially when setting up the Speech Processor as well as the Parametric Microphone Equalizer. On receive, you can observe the signal characteristics and quality of the incoming signal, as well. In the case of the Waterfall display, this can be used for precise frequency alignment of incoming signals to correspond with filters used in your computer's sound card or modem. The sweep time (speed) of WF-2 is faster than WF-1, and you can choose the sweep most appropriate for your operating application. 1. By pressing the [F2(MODE)] key, the Waterfall mode can be modified. The available selections are: NORMAL WF-1 WF-2 NORMAL ...... "NORMAL" is a regular spectrum display. "WF-1" and "WF-2" are Waterfall displays, with "WF2" utilizing a faster sweep time than the "WF-1" selection. 2. Pressing the [F3(SOURCE)] key lets you select the source for the audio to be viewed by the Audio Scope. The selections are: VFO-A VFO-B EXT VFO-A ...... Advice: When "EXT" is selected, you can observe the audio wave form of a signal provided by equipment connected to the AUDIO IN jack on the rear panel of the DMU-2000. 3. Press the [F4(ATT)] key to change the setting for the attenuator. The available settings are: 0.3 V 0.1 V 1.0 V 0.3 V ...... Advice: By using this feature, you can conveniently monitor the status of the CONTOUR filter, the performance of the IF Notch, and the WIDTH/SHIFT status. [F2(MODE)] Key [F4(ATT)] Key [F3(SOURCE)] Key SPECTRUM DISPLAY AUDIO SCOPE SPECIFICATIONS Frequency Range: 100 Hz - 4 kHz Frequency Resolution: 20 Hz (Approx.) Display Range: 80dB (Approx.) Signal Processing: FFT (Fast Fourier Transformation) Input Level: 1 Vp-p Input (ADC Max. value) Attenuator: @0 dB, top edge; @10 dB, 1 division of shift; @20 dB, 2 divisions of shift WATERFALL DISPLAY DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT Page 27 AUDIO SCOPE AND OSCILLOSCOPE USING THE OSCILLOSCOPE The RX waveform can be observed on voice and CW modes, and also can be observed on TX voice waveform allowing optimal adjustments of setup options or filter settings. 1. Press the [F6(LEVEL)] key to set the level as appropriate for the signal strength being monitored. Available values are: 0.3 V 0.1 V 1.0 V 0.3 V ...... 2. Press the [F7(SWEEP)] key to set the desired sweep time. Available values are: 10 ms 30 ms 100 ms 300 ms 1 s 10 ms ...... Advice: When monitoring the TX waveform, turn on the monitor feature by pressing the front panel's [MONI] button. "LEVEL" Select "SWEEP" Select OSCILLOSCOPE DISPLAY OSCILLOSCOPE SPECIFICATIONS Frequency Range: 0 - 4 kHz Sweep Speed: 10/30/100/300/1000ms (adjustable) Time Base Indication: One frame: 10 divisions (20 gradations) "Sweep time / 20" 500 µ/1.5 m/5 m/15 m/50 m/DIV Signal Processing: AC Level Detection Synchronizer function Input Level: 1 Vp-p Input (ADC Max. value) Page 28 DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT AUDIO SCOPE AND OSCILLOSCOPE NOTE DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT Page 29 LOG BOOK FUNCTION ABOUT THE LOG BOOK If the "Log Book" screen does not initially appear, press the [DISPLAY] key to switch the Function key's function to "Page Select Key," then press the [F4(LOGBOOK)] key momentarily to display the "Log Book" screen. Next, press the [DISPLAY] key again to switch the Function key's function to the "Function Key." By connecting your keyboard (not supplied) to the Data Management Unit's rear-panel KEYBOARD jack (PS/2 or USB), you can create a Log Book within the radio, and display it on the Display. Date, time, frequency, and mode will be automatically stored, and you can save log data to the Compact Flash card for archive purposes. EXPLANATION OF THE FUNCTION KEYS ON THE LOG BOOK SCREEN [F1(FUNC)] Key You may use the "CHECK" function to check the log to see if a QSO has been made previously with the logged station, and you may also create a summary of QSOs by band and mode by pressing this key. The log may be viewed solely for the current operator, or for all operators registered into the Logbook and saved on the CF card. [F4(EDIT)] Key Press this key to enable editing of previously-stored log data. [F7(SAVE/LOAD)] Key Press this key to engage the screen that allows you to manage log data to be saved. [DISPLAY] Key Press this key momentarily to switch the Function key's function between the "Page Select Key" and the "Function Key." Press and hold in this key to disable the Function keys (except this key). [F2( )] Key Press this key to shift to the log line below the current one. [F3( )] Key Press this key to shift to the log line above the current one. Page 30 DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT LOG BOOK FUNCTION LOG BOOK EXAMPLE Enter key [F1(FUNC)] [F4(EDIT)] [F7(SAVE/LOAD)] Enter key [F4(CHECK)] [F6(CONFIG)] [F5(SUMMARY)] [F6(SETTING)] DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT Page 31 LOG BOOK FUNCTION CONFIG SETTING Up to five users may be registered into the Logbook. For use in a contest or otherwise, the settings for each operator may be stored for later recall when that operator signs on. The operator's identification may be entered into the NAME column; both the name and callsign may be entered. 1. Referring to Figure on page 31, press the [F6(CONFIG)] key to engage the "CONFIG USER SELECT MODE," then the [F1( )] / [F2( )] keys to utilize the "SELECT USER" function. 2. When you want to register a new user, or change the name of an existing user, press the [F5(NAME EDIT)] key and input the call sign and/or other information. 3. Press the [F5(NAME EDIT)] key again. 4. Press the [ F6 ( SETTING )] key to engage the "CONFIG SETTING MODE," then use the keyboard's arrow keys to navigate to the needed fields. Please see the discussion on the next page for details of the "CONFIG SETTING MODE" mode. 5. Press the [F5(RECORD)] key to register. If you want to un-do the registration, press [F6(UNRECORD)] key. Advice: If no special entry is performed, the log will register you as "USER1." CONFIG USER SELECT MODE CONFIG SETTING MODE Page 32 DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT LOG BOOK FUNCTION CONFIG SETTING CONFIG SETTING MODE SETUP LOGGING TYPE (Setup of Log preferences) CONTEST: This is a concise log format, with Callsign, RST, REM (Remarks) only being entered by the operator; the Date, Time, Band, and Mode will automatically be entered and saved. NORMAL: Besides the above information from the Contest log format, you can enter the Country, City, Name, and other data. In addition to the call sign, RST and REM, COUNTRY, CITY QRA, etc. data can be added. All of the DATE, TIME, CBAND, CMODE are automatically saved; once again, the Date, Time, Band, and Mode will automatically be entered and saved. LOGGING MODE (Logging Operational Mode) NEW CREATE: Create a new Log Book. CONTINUE: Add data to current log book. MEMORY CARD: Download (read) log data from the CF (see page 34 for details). FILE FORMAT (Set up the file format for the log data) ADIF: A worldwide standard format for DX contest log data. CSV: Comma Separated Values format. TXT: Text format. CABRILLO: Worldwide standard format used for electronic submissions of Contest logs. RST INIT INPUT (RST Automatic Input) ON: Automatic filling in of the RSTR and RSTS (RST Received/Sent) reports is enabled. Manual correction of individual log lines is, of course, possible. OFF: On CW mode, "599" will be automatically entered, and on other modes "59" will be automatically entered. You may correct these reports manually via the keyboard. NUMBER INIT (Setting the Initial Sequential Number) The initial Contest Number (or other sequential number to be assigned to each QSO) is entered here. The automatic entry and transmission of the Contest Number will dramatically reduce fatigue over many hours of operation. FIXED STRINGS (Contest Number/Multiplier Memo On/Off Setup) ON: In a CW contest, this is the area used for enabling input of multiple "memo" columns of data that will be sent automatically, thus reducing fatigue. OFF: If there is no need for multiple "memo" input columns, set this to Off. TIME FORMAT (Conversion of UTC or Local Time for Logbook Time) When log entry is done in LOCAL (LOCAL TIME-1), the log will automatically convert the time to UTC. DATE FORMAT (Setup of Date Format to be day/month/year or year/month/day) The Logbook can be set up for two different formats. When set to DD/MM/YY, March 28, 2005 will be formatted as 03/08/06. If the format selected is YYYY/MM/DD, the same date will be formatted as 2006/08/ 03. DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT Page 33 LOG BOOK FUNCTION LOG BOOK DATA INPUT Log data may be entered by the user. Depending on the user setup (CONFIG) for "LOGGING TYPE," there are two logging modes: In the "CONTEST" mode, the operator just enters the callsign, signal report, and the REM ("remarks") fields, and the Date/Time/Band/Mode are all entered automatically. In the "NORMAL" mode, additional information may be entered, such as the Country, City, and Name. Up to 500 stations may store into a file. Please enter the log data in accordance with the example in the illustration. Advice: Before you start logging, we recommend that you perform the CONFIG SETTING MODE procedure within the User setup (CONFIG) protocol. 1. Referring to the Figure on page 31, use your keyboard to enter the callsign in the "CALL" field. Now press the keyboard's [ENTER] key. 2. The callsign will be checked against the previous entries to see if it is a duplicate; if so, the "CALLSIGN REPETITION CHECKLIST" will open, listing this and any other duplicates. During the QSO, if you wish to delete the callsign and other information for this line, just press the keyboard's [ESC] key. 3. Enter all desired data in accordance with the example in the picture. When finished, press the keyboard's [ENTER] key. Note: In order to ensure preservation of log data, be sure to Save the data frequently. It is always a good idea to maintain a paper archive copy of log data. Vertex Standard specifically disclaims responsibility for any liability arising from the loss of log data. CALLSIGN REPETITION CHECK LIST Advice: When entering the Zone via the "ITUZR" field, pressing the key-board's [ENTER] key will move you to the CQ Zone (CQZR); from there, use the key-board's [ ] key to navigate back to the "ITUZR" field, if desired. When doing input of the "PREFIX," "CQZR" (or "ITUZR"), "ENTITY," and "QRA" data, please set the "LOGGING TYPE" to "NORMAL" beforehand. This will allow you to move from column to column by pressing the keyboard's [ENTER] key. In addition, when (for example) entering the "PREFIX" and pressing the key-board's [ENTER] key, the "PREFIX SELECT LIST" will appear, and the "ENTITY" and "CQZR" (or "ITUZR") will automatically be entered. Page 34 DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT LOG BOOK FUNCTION LOG BOOK PREVIOUS-QSO CHECK (CHECK) It is possible to check the log in search for previous QSOs with a particular station. When a log entry of interest is found, you may edit the information on that line, if you like. on page 31, enter the de1. Referring to the Figure sired callsign into the "CALL" field. 2. Press the [F4(CHECK)] key to show a list of any previous QSOs with the specified station within the current log. Any previous QSOs will appear on a "CHECK MODE" list. 3. Use the [F1( )], [F2( )], [F3( )], and [F4( )] keys to scroll through the data on the "CHECK MODE" list. "CHECK MODE" LIST Quick Point: In the Step 2 above, before doing a check for a duplicate QSO, a copy is made of the QSO record, and you may then do editing of that record. Use the [F1( )], [F2( )], [F3( )], and [F4( )] keys to select an item from among "CALL," "RST," "BAND," "MODE," and "REM;" when you press the [F5(ONLY THIS)] key you'll copy only that item. When you press the [F7(EXIT)] key, the display image changes to what you see on page 31; press the keyboard's [ENTER] key to do a duplicate check, and press the [ENTER] key once more to return to the log input page and copy the data. If you select a line of data using the [F1( )] and [F2( )] keys, pressing the [F6(ALL SELECT)] key followed by [F7(ENTER)] key will cause the display image to change to what you see on page 31, and you may now press the keyboard's [ENTER] key to do a duplicate check. Press the [ENTER] key once more to return to the log input page and copy the data to that page (however, the "NUMBER," "RST," "BAND," and "MODE" data will not be copied). EDITING LOG BOOK ENTRIES Previously-entered log data may be edited alter, if desired. 1. Referring to Figure on page 31, press the [F2( )]/ [F3( )] key to select the log data to be Editing, then press the [F4(EDIT)] key to open the "EDIT MODE" list. 2. Now you may use the arrow keys on your keyboard to move the highlighted area through the log. 3. Use the keyboard to change data within the currentlyhighlighted area. 4. Press the [F4(RECORD)] key when you are finished editing the entries you have worked on. If you do not wish to save your changes, press the [F5(UN-RECORD)] key instead. Advice: Data may easily be deleted, if you make a mistake, enter duplicate data accidentally, etc. To erase data, use steps 1 and 2 above to select the data to be erased. Then press the keyboard's [ESC] key; the data will be deleted. Press [F4(RECORD)] to return to the screen depicted on page 29 and end this procedure. "EDIT MODE" LIST DMU-2000 DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT Page 35 LOG BOOK FUNCTION SAVING LOG DATA Log data can be saved in the supplied Compact Flash (CF) card. on page 31, press the 1. Referring to Figure [F7(SAVE/LOAD)] key to move to the Save/Load page. 2. Press the [F5 ( SAVE/LOAD )] key to choose the "Save" protocol. 3. Input the desired FILE NAME, and press the [F6(GO)] key to save the data in the CF card. Note: Be sure not to delete the "extension" to the file name, when entering the file name. If the extension is missing, it will not be possible to load log data. When the ERROR message "CF CARD IS NOT READY" appears on the display, please confirm that the CF card is inserted correctly into its slot. When memory data is saved in the CF card, any file with the same name as the current file will be revised (overwritten), and the previous data will be deleted. Please note. "SAVE/LOAD" MODE Advice: The user configuration protocol (CONFIG) allows you to specify the file format that is used for saving log data. The available formats are: ADIF (International Log Format) ............................. adi CSV (Cursor-Limited Values) ................................. csv TXT (Tab-Limited Values) ....................................... txt CABRILLO (International Log Format) .... cabrillolog