Yaesu VX-3R Operating Manual

Also see for VX-3R: Technical supplement Manual Manual

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VX-3R O PERATING M ANUAL18Now that you’re mastered the basics of VX-3R operation, let’s learn more about some ofthe really neat features.KEYBOARD L OCKINGIn order to prevent accidental frequency change or inadvertent transmission, various as-pects of the VX-3R’s keys and switches may be locked out. The possible lockout combina-tions are:KEYKEYKEYKEYKEY: The front panel keys are locked outPTTPTTPTTPTTPTT: The PTT switch is locked (TX not possible)KY+PTTKY+PTTKY+PTTKY+PTTKY+PTT: Both the keys and PTT switch are locked outTo lock out some or all of the keys:1. Press and hold in the [TXPO] key for one second to enter the Set mode.2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set Mode Item 46: LOCKLOCKLOCKLOCKLOCK.Note: Do not forget to pull the DIAL knob to rotate the DIALknob.3. Press the [TXPO] key momentarily to enable adjustment of thisItem.4. Rotate the DIAL knob to choose between one of the lockingschemes as outlined above.5. When you have made your selection, press the PTT switch to save the new setting andreturn to normal operation.To activate the locking feature, press the [F/W] key, then press andhold in the [BAND] key for one second. The “ ” icon will appearon the LCD. To cancel locking, repeat this process.ADVANCED OPERATION