Yaesu FT2DR Instruction Manual

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35Transmitting APRS ® beaconsSetting the SmartBeaconing™SmartBeaconing™ is a function that efficiently transmits an APRS beacon including yourown station position, speed and direction of travel. The information is based on datafrom a GPS satellite receiver unit.This device supports automatic beacon transmission using SmartBeaconing™.Three different SmartBeaconing™ settings (TYPE1, TYPE2 and TYPE3) are available.The default values are preset in advance assuming the following operations:TYPE1: High speed movement in a car etc.TYPE2: Medium to low speed movement in a car etc.TYPE3: Walking at a low speed etc.TYPE2 and TYPE3 settings (especially TYPE3), multiple beacons are transmitted in ashort time, even if the movement speed is relatively slow. As a result, if these settingsare used directly while traveling at high speed in a vehicle, multiple beacons will betransmitted, resulting in signal congestion.When moving at a high speed, be sure to return the setting to TYPE1.If different timing settings are needed, the TYPE1 - TYPE3 parameters can also bechanged. In order to ensure that beacons can be transmitted in an appropriate manner,adjust the parameters and DIGI PATH settings of the SmartBeaconing™ function forefficient operation and reduced signal congestion.1 Press the key for one second or longerThe Set Mode Menu will appear.2 Touch [APRS]3 Turn the DIAL to select [27 SmartBeaconing] and touchit on the display