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Jan 23, 2018 USB cable going from the iMac to the Signalink. The Signalink audio cable with the RJ45 on one end plugged into the network-type port on the back of the Signalink, and the round 6-pin DIN connector on the other plugged into the back of the 857D. The CAT cable plugged from the iMac directly to the 857D. Sound card program setup for the SignaLink USB. Be sure to see our instructions for configuring your communication program. If we don't have the program that you are using listed, then be sure to see the 'General Setup' section as it applies to ALL sound card programs.

This FAQ contains the most commonly asked non-technical questions about our SignaLink™ USB interface. For technical or troubleshooting questions, please see our SignaLink™ USB Troubleshooting FAQ.

Is it the SiLabs USB-Serial drivers you're after? If so, what OS and version are you using on your Mac? SiLabs have this:- CP210x Macintosh OSX VCP Driver 5.0.6 - September 17, 2018 And others for earlier versions were certainly available in the past. SignaLink USB vs. My old RigBlaster Pro. For many years I used a RigBlaster Pro for my HF Digital modes work, and though it performed very well the serial port control was becoming a big hindrance as I had heavily invested in Radio Shack branded serial to USB adapters which had no Mac or Win7 drivers. The SignaLink USB will work with virtually any computer that has an available USB 1.1, USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 port and is running one of the following supported Operating Systems: Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, XP, Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8.x, Windows 10.

ATTENTION WINDOWS 10 USERS - Yes! The SignaLink USB works just fine with Windows 10. Please see the latest release of the SignaLink USB manual for instructions.

Do I need to disable my computer's sound card to use the SignaLink USB?

NO - Absolutely not! One of the greatest benefits of using the SignaLink USB, is that it completely frees up your computer's sound card so that it can be used as it was intended. With the SignaLink USB properly installed, your computer will play it's music, beeps and other sounds through your existing sound card and speakers, and only your communications program (Digipan, Mix-W, etc.) will 'talk' to the SignaLink. This is simply not possible with other interfaces that require a connection to your existing sound card.

NOTE: One of our competitors is claiming that the great majority of Windows sound card programs do not let you directly select the sound card within the program, and this is simply NOT TRUE. A quick check of virtually any modern Windows, MAC or Linux sound card program will clearly show that you can select which sound card you want to use within the program itself. Some examples of this are Digipan, Hamscope, Ham Radio Deluxe (HRD), Mix-W, MMSSTV, MMTTY, MT63, EchoLink, AGW Packet Engine, Multimode, Cocoamodem, and WSJT. The ability to select the sound card that you want to use is built into the Windows, MAC and Linux operating system's programming interface, and is available to all standard sound card programs that run in those environments. Only older DOS type programs (which won't work with the SignaLink USB anyway), and outdated/unsupported Windows programs (usually pre-Windows 98 era) might require you to select the sound card in Windows rather than the program.

Can I use the SignaLink USB to control my radio, or will I need a separate CAT interface?

The SignaLink USB is a sound card interface that provides the necessary hardware to operate virtually all sound card digital and voice modes, but it does NOT provide the 'CAT' (Computer Assisted Tuning) hardware needed to control the radio. If you want to control your radio (tuning, band/mode selection, etc.), then you will need a separate CAT interface. We suggest checking your radio manual for the radio manufacturer's CAT interface part number (CI-V, CT-x, etc.). If you do not want to purchase a CAT interface from the radio manufacturer (these are usually more expensive), then we suggest searching the internet for a compatible unit. NOTE: Please see the question below about using the SignaLink USB with programs that offer CAT control.

Can I use the SignaLink USB with Ham Radio Deluxe (HRD/DM-780) and similar programs that offer radio control?

Yes, but only for digital operation (PSK31, SSTV, etc.). If you want to use the program's radio control features, then (as noted above) you will need a separate CAT/CIV interface.

Will the SignaLink USB work with the WinLink 2000 / Airmail system?

Yes, the SignaLink USB can be used with the RMS Express program to directly access the WinLink 2000 system on HF. This uses the program's built-in WINMOR mode. For VHF/UHF operation, 1200 baud Packet is used with one of the following methods:

  1. AGWPE (AGW Packet Engine) and Paclink.
  2. AGWPE and AirMail through the BPQ32 interface that AirMail supports. See http://home.earthlink.net/~k7bfl/AirmailWINMOR.pdf or http://www.cantab.net/users/john.wiseman/Documents/AirmailtoWINMOR.htm
    if the first link doesn't work.
  3. Download and set up the free 'UZ7HO' software and follow instructions provided by W6CCD. See the note below on download/setup information.
  4. The new 'AGW Express Interface' made especially for using RMS Express with the SignaLink USB can be used. See the note below on download/setup information.

Please note that the last two options are relatively new. We have not had a chance to try them but they are supposed to be easier to configure and use. The following link was provided by a customer and should point you in the right direction if you'd like to give either method a try:

http://hlarc.org/modes/digital-modes/digital-mode-setup/digital-mode-software/rms-express-via-soundcard/
Please note that we welcome any feedback that you may have on any of the above options, and we are especially interested in hearing about the last two. Thank you!

What advantages does the SignaLink USB have over other interfaces?

The state-of-the-art design of the SignaLink USB offers many advantages over other interfaces. Some of these advantages include:

  • Very Simply Installation - The SignaLink USB has only one USB connection to the computer, and in most cases, only one connection to the radio (see note below). All other interfaces that use the computer's sound card always require more cable connections, which increase installation difficulty and station clutter.
  • Very Easy Setup - The SignaLink USB has only two software-based volume controls to set for Transmit and one for Receive, and the settings for Transmit are the same on all PCs! Interfaces that use the computer's sound card often require you to set multiple software controls (sometimes 4-6 controls) and the settings vary widely from computer to computer.
  • Very Easy Operation - The SignaLink USB has convenient front-panel controls that let you easily adjust your Transmit power, Receive level, and Transmit Delay 'on the fly'. Other less advanced interfaces do not have front panel controls and require you to open the unit to make adjustments.
  • Frees your Computer's Sound Card and Speakers - The SignaLink USB has its own built-in sound card, so it will not tie-up your computer's existing sound card and speakers. With the SignaLink USB installed, you will still be able to hear your computer's 'systems sounds' and play music through your speakers without having to unplug and re-plug anything. Other interfaces that use the computer's sound card may 'load' the speaker circuit and require you to disconnect the speakers, and/or re-adjust the volume controls every time you switch from 'Ham' operations to other things (playing music, videos, games, etc.).
  • Full Computer / Radio Isolation - The SignaLink USB provide complete isolation between the computer and the radio. Both Transmit and Receive Audio are transformer isolated. Push-To-Talk and Ground are isolated by a sealed relay. Other less advanced interfaces only isolate Transmit audio, which can let noise and hum get into your system.
  • Designed For Radio-based Communications - The SignaLink USB was designed specifically for radio-based Digital and Voice communications. Its Transmit output and Receive input levels are fully compatible with virtually ALL radios. To insure optimum performance, all parts used in the SignaLink USB are of the highest quality, and all active components are high-tolerance, low-noise with a wide dynamic range.

NOTE: If you are connecting the SignaLink USB to your radio's Data, Accessory or Packet jack, then you will only have one connection to the radio. If you are connecting the SignaLink USB to the Mic jack and your radio does not have Receive Audio available on the Mic connector (some radio's don't), then you will also need to connect the included audio cable to the radio.

Will the SignaLink USB work with my computer?

The SignaLink USB will work with virtually any computer that has an available USB 1.1, USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 port and is running one of the following supported Operating Systems:

Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, XP, Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8.x, Windows 10
MAC OS 9.1 or later
MAC OS X 10.00 or later
Linux

Does the SignaLink USB work with Windows 7, 8.x and Windows 10?

Yes, the SignaLink USB works with all versions of Windows from Windows 98SE through Windows 10. As with all other supported Operating Systems, the drivers for the SignaLink USB are always provided directly by the operating system itself.

Our setup instructions for Windows 7, 8.x and 10 can be found in the latest release of the SignaLink USB Manual. Thank you!

Does the SignaLink USB require special drivers?

No. All required drivers are provided by the supported operating system (Windows, MAC and Linux). Windows 98SE users will need their Windows Installation CD. All newer versions of Windows provide the driver directly from the OS (No CD required).


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Does the SignaLink USB require special communications software?

No. The SignaLink USB works with virtually ALL sound card digital and voice communications programs. The same programs that work with our older SL-1 and SL-1+, or any other sound card interface will work just fine with the SignaLink USB.


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Does the SignaLink USB support FSK?

None of our SignaLink products support FSK operation. However, except among a small group of 'FSK purists', this is not an issue because FSK is no longer the preferred method of operating RTTY. FSK used to be preferred because radios we're not very linear in operation on Transmit, and the only way to access your 'good' RTTY filter was with the radio set to the RTTY mode. Today's modern radios provide excellent AFSK performance in both Transmit and Receive, and most provide complete control over all filtering, so you can still select the 'good' RTTY filter while in a digital AFSK mode. AFSK is also preferred over FSK because every other modern digital mode (PSK31, MT63, SSTV, JT65, etc.) uses AFSK, and on most radios, switching to FSK would require a completely different cable connection.

Can I use more than one SignaLink USB on my computer at the same time?

Yes. If your computer is fast enough, you can have one SignaLink USB attached to each USB port, and be running all of them at the same time using different communications programs (or multiply instances of the same program). We have successfully tested three SignaLink USB units running PSK31 at the same time on a 1.6Ghz PC. A slower computer might also work fine, but a faster one might be required depending on the demands of your communication program(s).

When using multiple SignaLink USBs on one computer, each SignaLink will be given a sequential number in addition to the normal 'USB Audio Codec', or 'Microphone - USB Audio Codec' description. To avoid complicating things any more than necessary, we suggest that you install and configure each SignaLink USB one at a time, and then confirm that each unit is working before plugging in additional units. Note that the sound card numbering assignments, sound card selection in both Windows and the communication program(s), and the sound card volume levels may change if you unplug any of the USB cables.

Will the SignaLink USB work with my radio?

The SignaLink USB will work with virtually any Ham or commercial transceiver that has a Data Port, Accessory Port, or Mic jack. It will also work with virtually any Receiver or Scanner that has an External Speaker, Headphone or fixed level output jack. Specific radio requirements are dependent on the modes that you wish to operate. Carefully review your software documentation to determine the suitability of your radio for a particular mode.

NOTE: 'CB' radios typically require two 'PTT' type lines (one for TX and one for RX) and cannot be used with the SignaLink (or most other interfaces!) without modification.

Are the radio cables for the SignaLink SL-1 and SL-1+ compatible with the SignaLink USB?

Yes. The radio cables for the SL-1, SL-1+ and SignaLink USB are exactly the same. If you already have a cable for your SignaLink, then you can use that same cable with the SignaLink USB. NOTE: We do not sell the SignaLink USB without a radio cable. If you already have a cable from a previous model, then we suggest ordering a SignaLink USB with an un-terminated radio cable. This will let you build your own cable to suit any radio that you might own in the future.

Do I need the SLASSY Cable Kit with the SignaLink USB?

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No. The SLASSY Cable Kit is used only with the SignaLink SL-1 and SL-1+.

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What software comes with the SignaLink USB?

The CD that is supplied with the SignaLink contains some of the most popular FREEWARE and SHAREWARE programs for the most popular modes including FT8, PSK-31, SSTV, MT-63, CW, RTTY, AMTOR, & Packet. Software for other modes can be downloaded from our SignaLink Software Page. The complete Tigertronics web site, which includes extensive support information for the SignaLink, is also included on the CD.

It should be noted that the SignaLink software CD does NOT contain any drivers for the SignaLink, and it NOT required to install or operate the unit. As noted above, the drivers for the SignaLink USB are always provided by the supported Operating System.


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Does the SignaLink USB require a power supply?

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No. The SignaLink USB never requires external power. It is always powered by the computer's USB jack.

NOTE: If you are plugging the SignaLink USB into a USB hub, then the hub needs to be an externally powered hub that supports 'high-power' USB devices. See question 'Will the SignaLink USB work with my USB hub?' below for more details.


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What modes can I operate with the SignaLink USB?

The SignaLink USB supports virtually ALL digital modes that are available for sound card interfaces including but not limited to, PSK31, MT-63, WSJT/WSJT-X modes (FT8, JT4, JT9, JT65, QRA64, ISCAT, MSK144, WSPR, JTMS, FSK441, FSK315, ISCAT, and JT6M.), SSTV, APRS®, and Packet (300 and 1200 baud). The SignaLink USB also supports virtually ALL Voice modes (VOIP, RoIP, etc.), such as EchoLink®, and Zello. About the only modes that you can't operate with the SignaLink USB, or any other sound card interface, are Pactor, G-TOR and Clover. These modes are unavailable due to licensing or other issues**.

**NOTE: Pactor RECEIVE ONLY software is available for Windows-based computers, and Pactor 1 software (transmit and receive) is available for Linux.


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Will the SignaLink USB work with my USB hub?

The SignaLink USB should work fine with any powered USB hub that is designed specifically for 'high power' USB devices (current draw of 100-500ma). Non-powered hubs, and those that are designed for 'low power' USB devices most likely will NOT work. To avoid any problems, we suggest that you plug the SignaLink into a powered, 'high power' USB hub, or (preferably) directly into the computer's rear panel USB jack.

NOTE: A few of our customers have found that some USB hubs that are advertised as being suitable for 'high power' USB devices simply are not. If you are using a USB hub and you cannot get the SignaLink to transmit properly, then you may need to plug the SignaLink USB directly into the computer.


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Why do we use jumper wires and will I need to install them?

NOTE:Plug & Play Jumper Modules are available for most configurations so you usually do not have to use jumper wires. If you plan on switching radios frequently or if you just want to simply your installation, then be sure to check them out.

We designed the SignaLink USB to work with all radios, regardless of the connector type or pin-out used by the radio manufacturer. In a perfect world, all manufacturers would standardize on a single connector type and pin-out, but in the not so perfect world that we live in, there are at least a dozen different connector types and many dozens of different pin-outs!

To allow the SignaLink to work with all of these different configurations, we use detachable radio cables (available for all common connector types) and a reconfigurable jumper block that lets you easily route each of the required radio signals (PTT, Ground, etc.) to the correct place on the SignaLink. Each jumper wire simply presses into the socket on the SignaLink board (see picture left) and can easily be removed and reused if needed. Without these detachable cables and jumper wires, you would most likely be stuck using the SignaLink with only one radio, and you'd have to purchase an entirely new unit if you bought a new radio or simply wanted to use a different one.

Unless you are planning on 'Receive Only' operation using External Speaker or Headphone audio, you will need to install the jumpers inside your SignaLink. Jumper settings for most radios are provided on our SignaLink Software CD and the SignaLink Support page of our web site. Jumper settings are also provided with some specific radio cables. For any 'unknown' radio, you can always follow the step by step jumper installation procedure or contact our Technical Support Staff and they'll tell you how to install them.


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The FT DX 3000 - Building on the YAESU FT DX Heritage
The FT DX 3000 is member of the long line of top performing YAESU FT DX Series of transceivers. It inherits the design concepts of the FT DX 9000 and FT DX 5000 transceivers that have received high praise from all over the world by those pursuing the highest ideal of Amateur HF communication equipment.
The FT DX 3000 exhibits phenomenal multi-signal characteristics first demonstrated in the top-rated FT DX 5000. Using the two signal dynamic range measuring method with 10 kHz signal separation, the FT DX 3000 performance is 108.5 dB, IP3 +37 dBm. With frequency separation of only 2 kHz between the desired signal and an interfering signal, the dynamic range measures 106 dB and IP3 +33 dBm.
With all its features and amazing performance, the FT DX 3000 is a terrific rig for home or for a DXpedition at a truly affordable price.

160 through 6 Meters - SSB/CW/FM/AM/Digital
With efficient dimensions of 14.4' x 4.5' x 12.3' (W x H x D) and weighing in at only 22 pounds, the FT DX 3000 is a solidly packed transceiver ready to give very high performance on all Amateur Radio bands from 160 to 6 meters.
• General Coverage Reception from 30 kHz to 56 MHz
• FM & AM - Wide and Narrow modes included
RTTY/PSK31 Encode / Decode Included
Various easy connections available for RTTY, SSTV, PSK31, JT, and other Digital Modes
100 Watts of Solid Performance
The RF Final Amplifier produces a clean 100 watt (some modes less)transmit signal. A large heat sink is combined with the die cast aluminum chassis for efficient heat dissipation. A cooling fan located beside the final amplifier and the TX Low Pass Filter ventilates the heat away from inside of the transceiver cabinet. This large axial flow fan is mechanically isolated from the chassis to reduce vibration and noise. The speed of the fan is continuously controlled by the temperature of the PA amplifier; starting at 40 degree C.
Antenna Tuner Included
High Speed Automatic Antenna Tuner included. The antenna tuner uses LC switching. It has a large capacity 100 channel memory; the tuning data is automatically memorized to reduce tuning time when changing frequency.
Famous Yaesu Main Tuning Knob
A heavy weighted balanced brass core knob is used to give the famous Yaesu smooth flywheel operating feel to the FT DX 3000 Main Dial Knob. Each user may set his/her favorite torque feeling of the Main Dial rotation.
IF Output
1st IF 9MHz signal with wide bandwidth IF Output available on the Rear Panel for after-market band scopes, CW Skimmer, etc.
USB Capable
USB input included for firmware updates. This input can also facilitates CAT, USB AUDIO IN / OUT and USB TX Control (PTT, KEY and FSK)
Remote Control From A Distant Location
External control (CAT) is possible using USB or Serial Port; this feature means the FT DX 3000 can be remotely controlled from a distant location!
Big TFT Full-Color Display For Superior Operability and Visibility
The FT DX 3000 presents a wide view angle, high contrast LCD 4.3 inch TFT impressive full color display that provides a convenient view of the radio’s working functions. Superior operability is realized with this convenient display. It permits excellent visibility from different viewpoints. Even with the many FT DX 3000 features and functions, the TFT display makes operation of the radio easy and comfortable.
• A Block Diagram Displays RX Signal Path
• Choose Analog Type or Bar Graph Meter
• Selectable analog type or bar graph type meter indication
• Separate Independent Frequency Display
• High Speed Spectrum Scope
• Bandwidth of the spectrum scope: 20kHz, 50kHz, 100kHz, 200kHz, 500kHz, or 1MHz
• TX and RX markers appear during “spit” operation
• Level Indicator
The function names and the setting levels of the following functions are shown in the TFT main display when a function knob is rotated: Clarifier, Microphone Gain, Speech Processor, SHIFT, WIDTH, KEYER SPEED and CONTOUR
• AF-FFT Scope
An AF-FFT (Audio Frequency Fast Fourier Transform) scope is built in. This AF-FFT function was first demonstrated in the FT DX 9000 series. With this Scope, the audio characteristics of the received signals; the effect of adjusting the RX IF filter performance; and utilizing the QRM rejection features, may be visually observed. It is also possible to observe the TX audio characteristics of your own signal while using the Monitor function. This is very effective for tuning the parametric equalizer for voice characteristics and the microphone audio.
• Spectrum Scope Memory
The Spectrum Scope screen can be stored or recalled with one touch. Simultaneously the time information is recorded in the memory, so that the difference in activity may be reviewed and compared, depending on the seasons and times.
• Cursor Keys
Six keys that are used frequently in normal operation are located at the left side of the TFT display. Other functions can be operated by pressing the 'SCOPE' key which changes the 'Spectrum Scope screen' to 'Function Key Display screen'. Even if the radio is turned off, the last operated Key Function is memorized and highlighted.
Top Performing Receiver RF Front End
The receiver RF Front End circuit is the most important element because it ultimately determines the HF Receiver performance. Our Yaesu Engineering team has concentrated superior RF Engineering knowledge into the design of the FT DX 3000 front end.
• Fifteen separate band pass filters (BPF) are used for front end protection. This effectively reduces the undesired and out of band signals.
• In the RF amplifier, the strong bipolar transistor (2SC3357) is used. This transistor shows a low NF, and provides superior intermodulation performance.
• The gain of each individual device is kept lower, and the best optimized working point, with the lowest NF, is selected.
• A custom-designed wide coverage transformer, with less magnetic saturation, is used for the I/O of the RF amplifier. This construction makes the device performance better and provides excellent multi signal performance.
Down Conversion Receiver and Powerful Narrow Bandwidth Crystal Roofing Filters
The powerful narrow bandwidth crystal roofing filter enhances the receiver multi-signal characteristics. The FT DX 3000 'Down Conversion' receiver construction is similar to the FT DX 5000. The first IF frequency is 9 MHz. This makes possible narrow bandwidth crystal roofing filters (300 Hz, 600 Hz or 3 kHz) with a sharp shape factor that creates amazing multi-signal receiving performance. The powerful narrow bandwidth crystal roofing filter enhances the receiver multi-signal characteristics.
• The 3 kHz roofing filter greatly improves SSB signal reception during close adjacent multi signal conditions.
• The 300 Hz* and 600 Hz roofing filters provide the best CW receiving environment when the adjacent signals may affect the desired signal reception.
*Note: 300 Hz filter optional
Effective QRM and QRN Rejection
Effective QRM rejection is achieved from the FT DX 3000 IF DSP. The 32-bit high speed floating decimal point DSP, TMS320C6727B (maximum 2800 MIPS/ 2100 MFLOPS) made by Texas Instruments, is used for the IF section of the FT DX 3000. The signal is processed with the high speed 300 MHz clock frequency.
• Proven IF WIDTH and IF SHIFT functions provide great QRM rejection performance
IF SHIFT
With the normal bandwidth, the pass band area can be moved relatively, so that harmful signals are rejected from the pass band
IF WIDTH
By adjusting the band width, Interfering signals can be removed from both sides of the pass band, without changing the pass band position. The IF width function can make the pass band narrower with one-touch. This function is effective in a pile-up or contest, when the undesired signals are located just above and below the target signal. When the IF Width knob is centered (click point), the pass band width is 2.4 kHz in the SSB and CW modes. When “NAR” is turned on, the minimum pass band becomes 50 Hz (200 Hz in the SSB mode), making it possible to minimize the QRM with this sharp filter shape factor. When the IF Width is turned clockwise from the center click point, the pass band width can be extended wider, up to 4000 Hz. This may provide a richer sounding and more comfortable QSO when in a local rag chew.
• CONTOUR
The CONTOUR function ideally tailors the received audio signal without changing the bandwidth. The CONTOUR function varies the outline of the IF DSP filter pass band characteristics, and the in-band signal construction can be partially altered. Different from the IF SHIFT or IF WIDTH, the special CONTOUR pass band, can reduce or peak the desired signal, partially and continuously across the pass band. This feature is effective especially when the undesired signal is close to the center frequency.
• Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) by DSP
The installed digital noise reduction circuit provides 15 separate parameters. The noise reduction constants may be set to the optimal working point by varying the 15 step parameters according to the actual noise within the HF band. The desired signal components are peaked and the random noise components are effectively cancelled.
• IF NOTCH
This high Q circuit has steep attenuation characteristics of 70dB or more. Effective removal of a strong beat signal is obtained. The damping characteristics can be switched to wide or narrow band width, and the attenuation level may be adjusted in the Setting Mode Menu. Interfering signals may be attenuated, while minimizing the impact on the received signal.
• Digital Notch Filter (DNF) (AUTO NOTCH)
The Digital Notch Filer (DNF) is a feature that automatically follows the interfering heterodyne signals, even if there are more than one, and even if the beat frequency changes with time. This is effective in removing jamming signals.
• CW APF (Audio Peak Filter)
In the CW mode, the APF (Audio Peak Filter) function has an audio peak at the signal frequency; this improves the S/N and increases the readability of the CW signal. The APF peak frequency can be finely aligned.
Very Low Noise Floor - Terrific Signal to Noise Ratio
The S/N ratio (signal-to-noise ratio) of the local signal that is injected into the 1st IF mixer is one of the most important factors for improving the receiver properties in the ultra-multi-signal environment.
In the FT DX 3000, the combination of it's high stability and high accuracy 40 MHz TCXO (± 0.5ppm, -10 °C ~ +60 °C), and it's DDS create the fundamental frequency of this radio, and is locked to the PLL-IC and VCO directly. This circuit construction and method creates the highest quality local signal, with superior S/N performance. This means the receiver noise floor is kept lower, and realizes the best blocking dynamic range at 2 kHz IP3 performance.
Three IPO Settings - Best Signal Reception During Changing Band Conditions
3-step IPO settings permit the operator to select the most appropriate gain for best signal reception. This variety of selections provides superior receiver performance and the best possible communications with changing band conditions.
The IPO (Intercept Point Optimization) is selected by a control switch located on the front panel. The IPO selection determines the gain of the RF amplifier. The gain setting is very effective in optimizing the receiver performance, depending on the antenna and the communication propagation conditions. The IPO, the ATT and one stage of the RF amplifier are used to optimize the signal levels that are sent to the mixer. This is especially important for HF low-band operation. The 'AMP 1' uses one RF amplifier stage, and maintains a better balance between the sensitivity and the receiver performance (the gain is around 10 dB). In addition, 'AMP 2' uses two stages of the RF amplification and can obtain higher sensitivity (the gain is around 17 dB); something particularly important on the 6 and 10 meter bands.
High Quality Audio With Punch
The modulation circuit of the FT DX 3000 utilizes digital variation operational modulation, which creates ideal high quality transmission audio.
• Microphone Amplifier that includes Parametric Equalizer
The modulation circuit of the FT DX 3000 utilizes the digital variation operational modulation type, which creates ideal high quality transmission audio. This radio has a parametric equalizer that makes possible versatile adjustment of the TX audio quality by aligning the TX band audio spectrum. The parametric equalizer can alter the Low, Mid and High part of the audio separately. This three stage parametric equalizer can generate high quality TX audio sound because it can be tuned in detail…without sacrificing the audio dignity.
• IF DSP Speech Processor – DX’er and Contester Proven
The SSB Speech Processor uses IF digital signal processing to increase the intelligibility of the transmitted signal during weak signal crowded conditions. The DSP increases the average power of the important speech spectrum components and reduces the TX power of the less significant components. Adjust the compression level in the Menu Mode to adapt the transmitted SSB signal to best suite your voice characteristics, the situation, propagation conditions and pile-up demands.
Three Antenna Inputs
Three antenna connectors are available on the FT DX 3000 Rear Panel.
• Having multiple antenna selections is an especially effective feature for DX and Contest operating.
• Antenna connection selections memorized and recalled when changing bands.
• The 'ANT 3' input can be set for the 'RX Only' antenna.
CW Features Galore
• CW APF (Receiver Audio Peak Filter) with 3 bandwidth steps
• CW Decode included
• CW SPOT
• CW Auto Zero-in
• CW Zero-in Display
• CW Full Break-in
• CW Mode reversal (USB or LSB)
• CW Keying available during SSB operation
• CW “VOX” Delay is adjustable
• Electronic Keyer with Weight control
• Keyer paddle Dot-Dash reversal
• IAMBIC A/B selection
• “Bug” Keying emulation
• Four Message Memory (50 characters each); five w/FH-2 Keypad
• Automatic Insertion of incrementing contest number
• Automatic “Beacon” keyer mode
• Dial step setting (for the CW mode only)
• Separate KEY Jacks on the front and rear panels
5 Digital Voice Messages
Each memory channel is capable of storing up to 20 seconds of audio using the optional DVS-6.
RX Output
The 'RX Output' connector on the FT DX 3000 Rear Panel accesses the signal from the receiver RF amplifier. The signal can then be output to an external receiver for in-band simultaneous receiving.
Optional Fully-Automatic µ-Tuning Kit
The u-Tuning Kit that was developed for the FT DX 9000, is optionally available for use with the FT DX 3000. No other Amateur Radio transceiver manufacturer offers a comparable device that may improve your DXing performance in some challenging operating situations.
A large diameter 28 mm inductor, with an adjustable ferrite magnetic material (Ni-Zn ferrite) core, is combined, with a high resolution and high torque stepping motor to automatically find the resonance point. By inserting these tuning units prior to the RF front end of the receiver, the IP3 points are improved by around 4 dB. Three individual tuning units are available covering frequencies from 1.8 MHz through 14 MHz. Many FT 950, FT 2000/D, FT DX 5000 and FT DX 9000 Yaesu customers have used them and found them especially effective for use on the Lower Bands.
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