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Unit 5, 20/F., Seaview Centre, 139-141 Hoi Bun Road, Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong Contents Introduction .......................................... 1 Supplied Accessories .................................. 1 Available Option ......................................... 1 Front Panel Controls & Switches ........ 2 Rear Panel Connections ....................... 6 Installation ............................................. 8 Power connections ...................................... 8 Antenna considerations ............................... 9 Band Scope Operation ....................... 37 Smart Search Operation .................... 38 Priority Operation .............................. 39 World Clock ........................................ 40 Timer Operation ................................. 42 ON/OFF Timer ......................................... 42 Sleep Timer ............................................... 43 Alarm Timer .............................................. 43 Basic Operation .................................. 14 Introduction .............................................. 14 Turning the Power On/Off ........................ 14 Adjusting the Volume and Squelch .......... 14 Frequency Navigation ............................... 14 Mode Selection ......................................... 15 Channel Step Selection ............................. 16 Dual Receive ............................................. 16 Setting the clock ....................................... 17 Receiving Short-Wave Broadcast Stations ... 18 DSP Operation .................................... 44 DSP NOTCH Filter .................................. 44 DSP Bandpass Filter ................................. 44 DSP CW Peaking Filter ............................ 45 DSP Noise Reduction ............................... 46 CW-PITCH ............................................... 46 Miscellaneous Features ...................... 47 ATT (RF Attenuator) ................................ 47 NB (Noise Blanker) .................................. 47 RF TUNE .................................................. 47 Keypad Beeper .......................................... 47 Locking Front Panel Controls .................. 48 Display Contrast ....................................... 49 Display Dimmer ........................................ 49 Selecting the [F] key "Hang" Time .......... 49 Voice Synthesizer Operation .................... 50 Digital Voice Recorder ............................. 50 Field Strength Meter ................................. 51 Audio Wave Meter ................................... 52 Radio Control (R/C) Channel Monitoring .. 52 Memory Operation ............................. 20 Main Memory System .............................. 20 Memory Storage .................................... 20 Memory Recall ...................................... 20 Enhanced Memory Channel Operation .... 22 Memory Offset Tuning ......................... 22 Naming Memories ................................. 22 Naming Memory Groups ...................... 24 Protecting Memories (Inhibits the Editing of Memorized Channels) .... 24 Masking Memories ............................... 25 Alpha-Numeric Memory Recall ............ 26 Programmable Memory Recall ................. 26 Memory Channel Sort ............................... 28 PS (PreSet) Memory Channel ................... 29 Scanning .............................................. 30 Memory Scanning ..................................... 32 VFO scanning ........................................... 33 Programmable (Band Limit) Memory Scan (PMS) ... 34 M-S Scan .................................................. 36 Cloning ................................................. 53 CAT Operation ................................. 54 Reset ..................................................... 56 Installation of the Optional Accessories ... 57 "AUTO" Mode Preset Operationg Parameters .... 58 Introduction The VR-5000 is a communications receiver providing general coverage reception from 100 kHz to 2600 MHz on the CW, SSB (LSB and USB), AM, and FM (Wide and Narrow bandwidths) modes (this coverage includes the AM and FM broadcast bands, HF Shortwave Bands up to 16 MHz, VHF and UHF TV bands, the VHF AM aircraft band, and a wide range of commercial and public safety frequencies!). Installation of the VR-5000 for everyday operation is may be accomplished in minutes. However, care should be taken in the installation process, so as to ensure maximum performance and safety. The procedures described below will ensure that you get the most out of your new VR-5000 receiver. INITIAL INSPECTION After carefully removing the VR-5000 from its packing carton, inspect it for any signs of physical damage. Rotate the knobs and push the switches, checking each for normal freedom of action. If damage is suspected, write down your observations in detail, and notify the shipping company (if the set was shipped to you) or your dealer (if you purchased the set in-person) immediately. Save the packing carton for possible use later. SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AC Adapter PA-28B (120 V)/C (230-240 V)/U (230 V) DC Cable Operating Manual AC Adapter·g PA-28·h DC Cable AVAILABLE OPTIONS Voice Synthesizer Unit DSP-1 Voice Synthesizer Unit FVS-1A Digital Voice Memory Unit DVS-4 VR-5000 OPERATING MANUAL 1 Front Panel Controls & Switches @ D GF ATT I LOCK S.SRCH SET K ENT BEEP PS ADRS 1 SPL 2 PRI 3 S.CALL 4 VCS 5 8 6 9 . NB MODE REC RF TUNE TIMER 7 0 COPY PLAY DSP STEP MW V/M PWR BANK SUB SET BS SET BS STEP M-S SCAN PMS SET PRI CLR DIM M/S BS SCAN PMS CLR A B C MAIN VOL/SQL Knob E H J L MAIN VOL Knob The inner MAIN VOL knob adjusts the audio volume of the MAIN receiver in the speaker or headphones. SQL Knob The outer SQL knob sets the signal level threshold at which MAIN receiver audio is muted (and the "BUSY" icon in the LCD turns off), in all modes. This is normally kept fully counter-clockwise, except when scanning and during FM operation. SUB VOL/TONE Knob SUB VOL Knob The inner SUB VOL knob adjusts the audio volume of the SUB receiver in the speaker or headphones. TONE Knob The outer TONE knob adjusts receiver audio characteristics. PHONES Jack This 3-pin ("stereo") miniature jack is used for connection to your headphones. When a plug is inserted into this jack, the internal (or external) speaker will be cut off. This jack's impedance is optimized for use with 16 to 32 headphone types. 2 VR-5000 OPERATING MANUAL Front Panel Controls & Switches PWR Knob This is the main on/off switch for the VR-5000. Press and hold this switch for one second to toggle the receiver's power on and off. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) The upper half of the display consists of a dot-matrix display for frequency readout, plus various icons representing enabled receiver features. The lower half contains a dot-matrix display for Band Scope viewing, menu programming, and alpha numeric name display, etc. Main Band Frequency Main Band Channel Step Memory Channel Number Memory Bank Number Main Band Scan-Resume Main Band S-Meter Main Band Reception Mode Sub Band Reception Mode Bank Name Sub Band Frequency Sub Band Channel Step Clock Memory Name Sub Band Squelch Open Sub Band Scan-Resume D : DELAY SCAN P : PAUSE SCAN H : HOLD SCAN Function Keys [M/S(SUB SET)] Key Press this key momentarily to toggle the operating VFO between the MAIN VFO and SUB VFO. Press this key, after [F] key is pressed, to toggle the VFO link feature on and off. [BS(BS SET)] Key Press this key momentarily to toggle the Band Scope feature on and off. Press this key twice, after the [F] key is pressed (when the Band Scope is activated) to activate the SUB VFO cursor, which enables SUB VFO tuning. VR-5000 OPERATING MANUAL 3 Front Panel Controls & Switches [WIDTH(BS STEP)] Key Press this key momentarily to select the Band Scope sweep width. Press this key after [F] key is pressed (when the Band Scope is activated) to select the Band Scope sweeping step size. [SCAN(M-S SCAN)] Key Press this key momentarily to activate the scanning function. Press this key after [F] key is pressed to activate the "M-S Scanning" feature. M-S Scan: The scanner hops back and forth between the MAIN VFO frequency and SUB VFO frequency. [PMS(PMS SET)] Key Press this key momentarily to activate the Programmable Memory Scan feature. Press this key after [F] key is pressed to enable PMS memory (band edge) programming. PMS Scan: The scanner sweeps a user-defined subband of frequencies (e.g. 450-480 MHz). [CLR(PRI CLR)] Key Press this key momentarily to clear (cancel) the function you currently are programming. Press this key after [F] key is pressed to disable Priority Channel operation. [V(DIM)] Key Press this key momentarily to enable adjustment of the display brightness. Press this key after [F] key is pressed to activate the optional FVS-1A Voice Synthesizer Unit which provides announcement of the operating frequency (with resolution to the displayed 100 Hz digit) for operators with vision impairments. PS Key Press this key momentarily to recall one of up to five PS (PreSet) memories for operation. Press and hold this key for one second to store the operating parameters into consecutive PS memories. Command Keys [MODE(ADRS)] Key Press this key momentarily to select the operating (receiving) mode. Repeated pressing of this key will scroll you through the available receiving mode choices. Press this key after [F] key is pressed to select the recording field (memory register) for the voice recorder (requires the optional DVS-4 Digital Voice Recorder unit). [COPY(REC)] Key Press this key momentarily to copy the SUB VFO data into the MAIN VFO. Press this key after [F] key is pressed to start the voice recorder. 4 VR-5000 OPERATING MANUAL Front Panel Controls & Switches [STEP(PLAY)] Key Press this key momentarily to select the synthesizer steps to be used during VFO operation. Press this key after [F] key is pressed to initiate playback on the voice recorder. [V/M(MW)] Key Press this key momentarily to change the frequency control method between the VFO and the Memory systems. Press this key after [F] key is pressed to initiate the memory storage process. [BANK] Key Press this key momentarily to select the desired memory bank. ( )/ ( ) Keys In the VFO mode, pressing either of these keys momentarily steps (according to the DIAL knob's step setting) the operating frequency down or up, respectively. Pressing either of these keys after [F] key is pressed causes a frequency hop of 10 MHz down or up. In the Memory mode, pressing either of these keys momentarily steps the Memory Channel down or up respectively. While the Band Scope is engaged, pressing either of these keys moves the Channel Marker. Keypad This keypad is used for direct frequency entry during VFO operation. Secondary functions (activated by first pressing the [F] key) allow control of the VR5000's various control functions. 1 1 [F] Key This key is used to activate the "Alternate" command functions of the panel keys. If this key is pressed before one of the panel keys is pressed, the "Alternate" functions of the key will be enabled. 1 2 DSP Key Press this key momentarily to activate the optional DSP-1 Digital Signal Processing Unit. 1 3 DIAL Knob This is the main tuning dial for the VR-5000. It is used for most tuning, memory selection, and function setting tasks on the VR-5000. VR-5000 OPERATING MANUAL 5 Rear Panel Connections @ A B C D DC 13.5V MUTE ANT B B A ANT ANT A EXT SP REC +8V IF OUT CAT E F G H I DC 13.5V Jack This is the DC power supply connection for the VR-5000. Connect the Supplied PA28 AC adapter to this jack. MUTE Jack If using the VR-5000 with a transceiver, shorting this jack during transmit will mute receiver output and attenuate the RF signal input. Check the information provided with your particular transceiver for details regarding proper connection. ANT B Terminal Use these spring-loaded terminal connectors to connect a high-impedance antenna. ANT Switch This switch selects antennas connected to the ANT A jack or ANT B terminal. ANT A Jack Connect the 50 coaxial feed line from your low-impedance antenna here, using a type-M (PL-259) connector. 6 VR-5000 OPERATING MANUAL Rear Panel Connections EXT SP Jack This 2-contact mini phone jack provides receiver audio for an external loudspeaker with an impedance of 4 ~ 16 . Inserting a plug in this jack disables the loudspeaker. REC Jack This jack provides a constant level (8 mV @ 1 k) audio output, which is unaffected by the VOL and ...