VHF/UHF C4FM/FM 50W AMS DIGITAL REPEATER Operating Manual
Contents About this manual.................................................. 2 Introduction............................................................. 1 Features of this repeater...................................... 1 About the touch panel.......................................... 1 Safety Precautions (make sure to read these).... 1 Setting up the Repeater......................................... 3 Safety measures for installation........................... 3 Installing the repeater......................
Introduction Features of this repeater Congratulations on your purchase of the DR-2X/DR-2XE Yaesu 144/430MHz Dual Band Dual Receive C4FM/ FM Digital Repeater. The YAESU DR-2X/DR-2XE is a C4FM digital / analog FM dual mode and dual receive repeater that covers the VHF and UHF amateur radio bands. DR-2X/DR-2XE incorporates the use of Analog FM communication integrated with the C4FM digital communication through its unique AMS capability.
DANGER Do not use the device in “locations or aircraft and vehicles where its use is prohibited” such as in hospitals and airplanes. This may exert an impact on electronic and medical devices. Never touch the antenna during transmission. This may result in injury, electric shock and equipment failure. Do not transmit in crowded places in consideration of people who are fitted with medical devices such as heart pacemakers.
Setting up the Repeater Safety measures for installation Note the following precautions when installing this repeater: Use good engineering, proper grounding and protective devices to protect the repeater from power surges, lightening and electrical damage via the power and external antenna connections. Do not install the repeater in a place where there is extreme vibration, where there is a lot of dust, excessive humidity or high temperature, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight.
RX ANT B (CH - B) RX ANT A (CH - A) TX ANT B (CH - B) TX ANT A (CH - A) Connecting Antenna Cables The figure above shows the rear panel of the DR-2X. 1 When using a duplexer, plug the coaxial cables from the TX ANT and RX ANT terminals into the jacks of the duplexer, and tighten the connectors. 2 Plug in the terminal of the coaxial cable connected to the antenna into the jack of the duplexer, and turn to tighten.
Connecting the Power Supply Connection for DR-2X (US and Asian versions) zz Main power Use an AC outlet capable of supplying AC 100-240V at 50 or 60Hz. 1 Insert the socket of the provided AC power cord into the AC IN jack at the rear of the repeater. 2 Insert the plug of the provided AC power cord into the AC outlet. zz Backup power For uninterrupted operation during power failures, a 13.
Connection for DR-2XE (European and Australian versions) Follow the outline in the illustration regarding the proper connection for the required External Power Supply. The DC power connector for the DR-2XE must only be connected to a DC source providing 13.8V DC (±15 %), and capable of at least 10A of current. Always observe proper polarity when making DC connection. Make sure to switch OFF the power of the external power source before connecting.
Accessories and Options Supplied Accessories AC Power Cord (T9017882)ø1 ....................................................................................................................... DC Power Cord with Fuse (T9026115) ............................................................................................................ Spare Fuse 15 A (Q0000075) ................................................................................................................... 5 A (Q0000143)ø1 ...............
Rear Panel DR-2X (US and Asian versions) ① ② ③ ④ ⑥ ⑤ ⑦ ⑩ ⑪ ⑧ ⑨ ⑬ ⑫ ⑭ DR-2XE (European and Australian versions) ① ② ③ ④ ⑥ ⑤ ⑦ ⑩ ⑧ ⑨ ⑪ ⑫ CH- A TX Antenna Terminal (N-type connector, 50 ohms) Connect to the transmitting antenna (downlink of the CH-A) with the coaxial cable. Both CH-A and CH-B downlinks may be transmitted from this antenna terminal (see page 12).
1. Initial set up Turn the power on 1 Press the POWER switch. The power will be switched ON, and the power supply monitor (LED indicator) will illuminate. zzWhen the power is supplied from the AC IN jack, the indicator illuminates in green (DR-2X only). zzWhen the power is supplied through the BACKUP terminals / DC IN terminal (13.8V DC), the indicator illuminates in red. The operation mode screen will appear on the display.
2. Set up Operation Mode When the Power Switch is turned ON, Operation Mode screen appears. This screen is for normal operation. The DR-2X/DR-2XE could be set up with two frequencies for the uplink and the downlink and also different operation modes for each frequency. Normal Dual CH Operation In Normal Duel Channel Operation, the DR-2X/DR-2XE accepts the uplink channel on a first come basis, and the later signal on the other channel is not repeated until the first channel is released.
RX indicator TX indicator PRI indicator CNTL indicator [REMOTE] [A SETUP] [B SETUP] This indicator shows green when a signal is received and white when there is no signal. This indicator shows red when the repeater transmits and white when there is no transmit. This indicator shows when the channel is set to the Priority Channel. This indicator shows when CH-B is set as the dedicated control channel, and it does not repeat.
After completing the input frequency, the input popup screen automatically disappears and the input frequency is set. Input the downlink frequency in the same way. Touch [Back] to return to the operation mode screen, and touch [B SETUP] on the bottom of the screen to display the CH-B frequency set up screen, then set the uplink and downlink frequency.
4. Set up Priority Channel Priority Channel In the dual receive function, one channel may be set as the priority channel. Normal operation mode: •• When CH-A and CH-B are set to different uplink frequencies, a signal on either uplink frequency will inhibit reception on the other channel until the first channel communication is complete.
5. Set up Other Functions Adjusting the squelch level zzWhen the squelch level is set to “open” the repeater will transmit, so the TX output must be connected to the duplexer and antenna. zzUse extreme caution when making the squelch adjustment or measurement with a signal generator. Do not connect the signal generator to the duplexer antenna port. To avoid damage to the test equipment, always connect the signal generator directly to the RX antenna connector on the DR-2X/DR-2XE.
6. Base mode operation The repeater can be used as a VHF/UHF base station by connecting an optional MH-48A6JA or MH-42C6J microphone to the “MIC” jack on the front panel. The base mode operation is available only on CH-A.
7. Set up DG-ID Number Digital Group Identification (DG-ID) / Default ID / DG-ID TOT (Time Out Timer) The Digital Group Identification (DG-ID) feature controls access to the repeaters by using the two-digit numbers from 01 to 99, and permits management of multiple repeaters (IMRS) connected via the Internet. This feature is similar to the CTCSS function used in the Analog FM mode. The DG-ID number 00 detects signals with all ID numbers. The default DG-ID number is set to “00”.
Setting the DG-ID Number 1 Touch [A SETUP] or [B SETUP] to display the frequency set up screen, then touch [F] on the bottom of the screen. 2 Keep touching [ID MODE] (DG-ID). The DG-ID list screen appears. SETUP RXx.xx TX .x 48 DG-ID R - O FF T-OFF 3 Touch [LOCAL RPT]. The LOCAL RPT DG-ID screen appears. DG-ID LIST LOCAL RPT DG-ID 00 MY RPT 1 4 Touch [▲] or [▼] to select the desired DG-ID number to be registered to the DR-2X/DR-2XE repeater.
Default ID Setting 1 Touch [A SETUP] or [B SETUP] to display the frequency set up screen, then touch [F] on the bottom of the screen. 2 keep touching [ID MODE] (DG-ID). The DG-ID LIST screen appears. SETUP RXx.xx TX .x 48 DG-ID R - O FF T-OFF 3 Touch [Group] twice. The Group DG-ID setting screen appears. DG-ID LIST LOCAL RPT DG-ID 01 SAN-JOSE 0 1 , 0 2 , 0 3 ,... 1 10 NORTH-CA 2 20 SOUTH-CA 3 50 ALL-AREA DEL 4 Touching [DG-ID] switches between “gray” and “blue”, then select “blue”.
Steps 6 to 10 are the procedures to enable listing the DG-ID of the repeaters to be linked. If the list display is not required, go to step 11. 6 Touch [Registered DG-ID] twice. The registration screen of the repeater to be linked as a group is displayed. Group DG-ID 1 DG-ID 10 Down Link OWN Registered DG-ID Name BACK 7 Touch [EDIT]. The DG-ID input screen appears. Registered DG-ID EDIT BACK 8 Enter the DG-ID number of all repeaters to be linked as a group. 9 Touch [BACK].
DG-ID TOT Setting Setting accessible time of the other DG-ID other than the Default DG-ID. 1 Touch [A SETUP] or [B SETUP] to display the frequency set up screen, then touch [F] on the bottom of the screen. 2 Touch [TIMER]. SETUP RXx.xx TX .x 48 DG-ID R - O FF T-OFF 3 Touch [TOT]. TIMER TOT > SQL > MESSAGE > BACK 4 Touch [IMRS TOT]. 5 Touch [▲] or [▼] to select TOT time. Selectable from 0/30sec/1min/1.5min/2min/2.5min/3min/4min/5min/1 0min/CONT.
8. Set up DP-ID Digital Personal Identification (DP-ID) Digital Personal Identification (DP-ID) is the digital ID number each transceiver is programmed with. The system manager may operate the DR-2X/DR-2XE repeater functions, and the emergency communication, by registering the DG-ID number of the controlling C4FM digital transceiver to the DR-2X/DR-2XE.
zz Delete the registered DP-ID 1 Touch [A SETUP] or [B SETUP] to display the frequency set up screen, then touch [F] on the bottom of the screen. SETUP RXx.xx TX .x 2 Touch [ID MODE] to select the “DP-ID”. Touching [ID MODE] switches the setting as follows: 48 à “DP-ID” à “DG-ID” à “DP-ID” à The DP-ID display returns to the DG-ID display in about 5 seconds. 3 Keep touching [ID MODE] (DP-ID) for more than two seconds. The DP-ID list screen appears.
9. [Example] Basic Set up and Operations Stand Alone Operation User 3 User 4 System Manager DP-ID registered DG-ID: TX01RX00 RPT1 DG-ID: TX00RX00 User 2 User 1 DG-ID: TX01RX00 DG-ID: 01 Default: 01 DG-ID: TX01RX00 Setting Content (Frequencies are shown for example only, use your repeater coordinated frequencies) CH-A RX TX RX TX AUTO AMS AUTO AMS FIX DIGITAL FIX DIGITAL 448.700 MHz 443.700 MHz 449.000 MHz 444.
10. [Example] Advanced Set up and Operations IMRS (Internet-linked Multi-site Repeater System) The repeater, installed the optional LAN Unit LAN-01A and connected the multiple DR-2X/DR-2XE repeaters via the Internet, may be accessed as stand-alone or as a group repeater (Up to 99 units).
While the TOT is activated, transceivers may communicate without changing the transmit DG-ID for a certain period of time (TOT operating time) regardless of the transceiver DG-ID. ø: Selectable from 0/30sec/1min/1.5min/2min/2.5min/3min/4min/5min/10min/CONT. (Default 1min) •• When deactivating the TOT, transceiver beeps 2 times to notify that the TOT is deactivated with the downlink signal from all the linked repeaters. •• When RPT-D is performing local communication etc.
11. Remote Controls Setting the remote control •• Remote control of the DR-2X/DR-2XE repeater can be performed in either C4FM digital mode or analog FM mode. For C4FM digital mode, use the FTM-100D, FTM-400D or FTM-3200D transceiver. For security reasons, we recommend using a mobile C4FM transceiver with the DP-ID that is registered to the DR-2X/ DR-2XE repeater. •• Remote operation sends commands on the uplink frequency of CH-B.
C4FM DIGITAL CONTROL •• Requires the optional LAN Unit “LAN-01A” for digital voice storage and playback functions. •• Set the operation mode to “AUTO” or “FIX DIGITAL”. •• The transceivers compatible with the remote-control are the FTM-400D, FTM-100D and FTM-3200D. •• Remote control with C4FM digital can be done only when the transceiver DP-ID has been registered to the DR-2X/DR-2XE in advance.
Change the remote command To change the factory command codes. 1 Touch [A SETUP] or [B SETUP] on the operation mode screen. The setup mode screen will appear. 2 Touch [F] on the setup mode screen. The setup menu will appear. 3 Touch [MODE/REMOTE]. The menu list will appear. SETUP RXx.xx TX .x 48 DG-ID R - O FF T-OFF 4 Touch [COMMAND] twice. The command list will appear.
12. Actual remote control procedure Remote Control for C4FM Digital When controlling remotely with the FTM-400D 1 2 3 4 Please confirm that the FTM-400D DP-ID is registered on the DR-2X/DR-2XE repeater. Tune the transmit frequency of the FTM-400D to the uplink frequency of the CH-B side of the DR-2X/DR-2XE. Set the FTM-400D to the digital mode, then press and hold the “Û” key on the microphone (MH-48A6JA). “REMOTE REC/PLY” is displayed on the top of the FTM-400D screen, the remote-control is available.
13. Voice messages Voice messages are a very useful feature to communicate messages to all club members. For example, when you plan a breakfast meeting on Sunday morning, if you record the location and time with the remote control, the message is transmitted from the repeater at a predetermined interval and number of times. For example, it is possible to set the message to announce ten times at an hourly interval.
14. Setting the interval and number of voice messages The DR-2X/DR-2XE has a message function that automatically transmits the recorded message on the downlink frequency at specified intervals and number of times. Setting the transmission interval of the message: 1 Touch [A SETUP] or [B SETUP] to display the frequency set up screen, then touch [F] on the bottom of the screen. 2 Touch [TIMER]. SETUP RXx.xx TX .x 48 DG-ID R - O FF T-OFF 3 Touch [MESSAGE] twice.
15. Operate message function at the DR-2X/DR-2XE site To Record a message for Analog FM: 1 Connect an optional MH-48A6JA or MH-42C6J microphone to the “MIC” jack on the front panel of the DR-2X/DR-2XE. 2 Touch [A SETUP] or [B SETUP] on the bottom of the Operation Mode Screen, then touch [F]. MH-48A6JA or MH-42C6J 3 4 5 6 Touch [MODE/REMOTE]. Touch [COMMAND] twice. Touch [CONTROL MODE] to select “DTMF”. Touch [▼]. [uPLAY] will be displayed at the bottom of the screen. SETUP RXx.xx TX .
How to erase recorded contents: 1 2 3 4 5 Touch [A SETUP] or [B SETUP] on the bottom of the Operation Mode Screen, then touch [F]. Touch [MODE/REMOTE]. SETUP RXx.xx TX .x Touch [COMMAND] twice. 48 Touch [CONTROL MODE] to select “DTMF”. Touch [▼]. [uPLAY] will be displayed at the bottom of the screen. DG-ID R - O FF T-OFF 6 Touch and hold [uPLAY]. [CLEAR ALL VOICE] will be displayed.
16. Set Up Various Functions Using the setup menu, the various functions of the repeater can be customized to match the desired applications. Items to be adjusted can be selected from the respective lists, and the settings entered or selected that are appropriate for the intended repeater operation. 1 Touch [A SETUP] or [B SETUP] on the operation mode screen. The setup mode screen will appear. 2 Touch [F]. The setup menu will appear. SETUP RXx.xx TX .x SETUP RXx.xx TX .x 48 RX123.0Hz TX123.
Setting the half deviation operation 1 Touch [A SETUP] or [B SETUP], and then touch [F]. 2 Touch [DEVIATION] to display “NARROW”. The setting will toggle between “NARROW” and “WIDE” each time [DEVIATION] is touched. NARROW: Reduces the analog FM/C4FM digital modulation to half. WIDE: Uses the normal analog FM/C4FM digital modulation. [ 3 Touch BACK] twice. The setting is determined and the display will return to the operation mode screen. SETUP RXx.xx TX .
Set the tone signal type for analog FM mode SETUP RXx.xx TX .x 1 Touch [A SETUP] or [B SETUP], then touch [F], and then touch [SQL]. [ ] 2 Select RX SQL to set the tone signal type during reception, or select 48 [TX SQL] to set the tone signal type during transmission. 3 Touch [▲] or [▼]. DG-ID The setting will change in the following sequence each time [▲] or [▼] is touched.
Set announcement time interval 1 Touch [A SETUP] or [B SETUP], then touch [F]. 2 Touch [ID ANNOUNCE], then touch [INTERVAL]. The set value will change in the following sequence each time [INTERVAL], [▲], or [▼] is touched. à “OFF” à “3min” à “5min” à “10min” à à “15min” à “20min” à “30min” à “TOT” à 3 Touch [BACK] 3 times. The setting is determined and the display will return to the operation mode screen. SETUP RXx.xx TX .
Setting the display turn-off time 1 Touch [A SETUP] or [B SETUP], then touch [F], and then touch [MODE/REMOTE]. 2 Touch [DISPLAY TIMER] to display “ON” or “OFF”. REMOTE/COMMAND/DISP TIMER The set value will change between “OFF” and “ON” each time [DISPLAY REMOTE OFF TIMER] is touched. 3 Touch [SETUP]. > COMMAND The display timer setting screen will be displayed. ON DISPLAY TIMER 4 Touch [TIMER].
17. Restoring Default Settings (Factory Reset) 1 Turn the DR-2X/DR-2XE OFF. 2 Press and hold in the [SETUP] button while turning the transceiver ON. POWER SETUP Continue pressing the [SETUP] button until the operation mode screen appears on the display. 3 Touch [A SETUP]. The setup mode screen will appear. 4 Touch [F] in the setup mode screen. The setup menu will appear. 5 Touch [F]. The reset confirmation screen will appear. SETUP RXx.xx TX .x 48 PANELx.wwwDSP . LAN . .
18. Connect to the HRI-200 node station To use WIRES-X with DR-2X/DR-2XE, connect HRI-200 directly to the 10-pin plug on the back of the DR-2X/ DR-2XE. Alternatively, there is a method the HRI-200 Node station may be located in a place different from the repeater site. In either case, you cannot use the HRI-200 when a LAN Unit “LAN-01A” is used.
Change the repeater to the HRI mode 1. Turn the DR-2X/DR-2XE power OFF. 2. While pressing and holding the [SETUP] button, press the [POWER] switch. POWER SETUP 3. While the “YAESU” logo is being displayed, release the [SETUP] button. “HRI+REPEATER MODE” will appear on the display. 4. Touch [OK?]. HRI mode will activate. HRI+REPEATER MODE OK? Cance W6DX C- Return to REPEATER mode from HRI mode 1. Turn the DR-2X/DR-2XE power OFF. 2.
19. Remote Operation with External Controller Repeater operation may be controlled remotely by connecting an external controller through the [CONTROL I/O] connector at the back of the repeater.
Pin No Pin Name I/O 1 EXT I/O Input 2 PTT Input 3 CTCSS/DCS (PKSQL) Output 4 SQL DET (Noise SQL) Output 5 GND GND 6 TONE IN Input 7 AF IN Input Descriptions [L] GND: Remote mode [H] OPEN: Repeater mode [L] GND: EXT PTT ON [H] OPEN: EXT PTT OFF When this pin is pulled low by an external device, it keys the repeater transmitter. On signaling while controlling the external PTT: Pin 6 (TONE IN) ... Valid Pin 7 (AF IN) ...
Pins 6, 7, 8, and 9 Functions Controlled by Operation Mode Pin No Pin Name Receive Mode 6 TONE IN Digital Analog 7 AF IN Digital Analog 8 DISC OUT Digital Analog 9 AF OUT Digital Analog In Repeater / Remote Mode Invalid Invalid Invalid Invalid Invalid Discriminator output Demodulated digital audio output Analog audio output Even when using the DR-2X/DR-2XE with an external controller, the COR, analog and digital IDs, TOT, DCS/CTCSS, TX power, etc.
Setting to connect the repeater controller S-COM7330 Set up instructions to interface the Triple Repeater Controller S-COM7330 with the DR-2X/DR-2XE. Modification of S-COM7330 1 Remove the 6 screws from each side and 2 screws from the top cover of the S-COM7330, then remove the top cover. 2 Change Jumper pin J10C or J11C or J3C and adjust the semi fixed. AF volume gain up for RX1 or RX2 or RX3. 3 Command Settings.
Connecting S-COM7330 S-COM7330 PORT 3 PORT 2 PORT 1 +- INIT RESET ID RS232-2 RS232-1 DC 9V-36V Repeater 1 connection needs This programming of S-COM7330.
20. Installation of the Optional Accessories Installing the optional Voice Guide Unit FVS-2 1 Turn the DR-2X/DR-2XE [POWER] switch to “OFF”. 2 Disconnect all the cables from the DR-2X/DR-2XE. 3 Remove the 4 screws from each side and 7 screws from the top cover of the DR-2X/DR-2XE, then remove the top cover. Figures in this page show the outline of the DR-2X. 4 Referring to Figure 1, remove the 4 screws from the top cover of the RX-UNIT, then remove the top cover.
21. Specifications zzGeneral Frequency range Channel steps Emission type : 144 to 146 MHz, 430 to 440 MHz or 144 to 148 MHz, 430 to 450 MHz : 5 / 6.
22. After-market Services The warranty period is 3 years from the date of purchase The warranty certification is enclosed with the product. Malfunction resulting from normal use of the product in accordance with the Operating Manual instructions, shall be repaired free-of-charge within a 3-year period from the date of purchase.
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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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