Key facts
- Brand
- Yaesu
- Model
- FT5DE
- Category
- Communications equipment
- Industry
- Electronics
- Documents
- 2
- Languages
- EN · IT
- Last added
- 2023-11-03
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Yaesu FT5DR/FT5DE C4FM/FM 144/430MHz Dual Band Digital Transceiver Instruction Manual (GM Edition)
This GM Edition instruction manual covers the Group Monitor function of the Yaesu FT5DR/FT5DE C4FM/FM 144/430MHz dual band digital transceiver. It explains GM operation, the APL screen, compass display, and registration of partner station location information.
It also describes checking, sending, replying to, and forwarding messages and images, using standard messages, sending snapshot images, and GM set mode functions.
Yaesu FT5DE specifications
| Supported micro-SD card capacities | 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB |
|---|---|
| Unsupported card type | micro-SDXC |
| Stations shown on GM screen | up to 24 |
| Stations shown on APL screen | up to 4 |
| Maximum compass display radius | 1,000 km |
| GPS location error | several hundred meters |
Source: Yaesu FT5DR/FT5DE C4FM/FM 144/430MHz Dual Band Digital Transceiver Instruction Manual (GM Edition)
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Questions answered in these manuals
What is the GM function?
It automatically monitors the same frequency for stations with GM function or DN mode in range and displays their direction and distance.
From: Yaesu FT5DR/FT5DE C4FM/FM 144/430MHz Dual Band Digital Transceiver Instruction Manual (GM Edition)
Which micro-SD cards can be used?
Only micro-SD and micro-SDHC cards in 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, or 32GB capacities; micro-SDXC cards are not supported.
From: Yaesu FT5DR/FT5DE C4FM/FM 144/430MHz Dual Band Digital Transceiver Instruction Manual (GM Edition)
What is the GM function?
The GM (Group Monitor) function automatically checks for other stations with active GM or DN mode within the communication range and displays their direction and distance.
From: Yaesu FT-5DE Dual Band Digital Transceiver User Manual
Can I change the frequency while the GM function is active?
No, while the GM function is active, it is not possible to change the frequency.
From: Yaesu FT-5DE Dual Band Digital Transceiver User Manual