Yaesu FT-991A Instruction Manual

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Page 11FT-991 I nsTrucTIon M anual (WIrEs-X E dITIon )using preseT ChannelsProgramming (presetting) a channel frequency allows easy connection to a local node.By sharing the same channel frequency with other nodes, you can connect the transceiver to a local node even while youare traveling. This is useful for group stations operation.Connecting to a Preset Channel1. To use the preset channels function, follow the below “Presetting a channel” and “Activating the preset channelfunction” procedures in advance.2. Press the F(M-LIST) button.3. Touch [ ].On the top left of the screen, the “ ”and “ ” icons light up alternately.When a local node is found, “ ” is lit solid, and the node name (call sign) and city name appear.Tips:• While “ ” is flashing, briefly press [ ] to re-establish connection to the local node.• When no local node can be found, the “ ” and “ ” icons will disappear in 20 seconds.• When the local node found is a repeater station, “[R]” appears on the right side of “ ”.Presetting a channel1. Press the MENU(SETUP) button.2. Rotate the MULTI knob to select “151 PRESETFREQUENCY”.3. Touch [SELECT] on the screen.4. Use the numeric keys to input the frequency youwant to preset.Default setting: 145. 375. 00 MHz146. 550. 00 MHz (USA version)When about 10 seconds have passed without anyfrequency inputting operations, the operation willbe canceled.5. Touch [ENT] on the screen.Sets the frequency you have input.6. Touch [BACK].To return to the original screen.MULTI knobMENU(SETUP) buttonActivating the preset channel function1. Press the MENU(SETUP) button.2. Rotate the MULTI knob to select “150 PRT/WIRES FREQ”.3. Touch [SELECT] on the screen.4. Rotate the MULTI knob to select “PRESET”.Default setting: MANUAL5. Touch [ENT] on the screen.6. Touch [BACK].Returns to the original screen.MULTI knobMENU(SETUP) buttonusEFul FuncTIons In dIgITal M odE