FT2 – The New Speed ​​Champion in Amateur Radio – A Practical Guide

The World of Amateur Radio Communications is changing at lightning speed, and if you thought FT8/FT4 was the pinnacle of efficiency, get ready for something new. Starting in early 2026, a new player has hit the airwaves – FT2. This experimental mode promises to make our connections faster than ever, shortening the transmission cycle to an incredible 3.75 seconds.

In this article, we’ll look at what exactly FT2 is, how to set it up, and why time accuracy is no longer just a recommendation, but a critical requirement.

What is FT2?

FT2 is an ultra-fast digital mode integrated into the latest version of WSJT-X Improved (3.1.0) by Uwe, DG2YCB. It should be noted that the name FT2 originally appeared in the Italian project Decodium, but the version in WSJT-X Improved is completely open source and optimized for mass use.

(author’s note. Please note that Decodium’s FT2 and WSJT-X Improved’s FT2 are currently not compatible. Don’t be too happy if you see that JTDX-improved starts decoding FT2 – there is no transmission support, nor are the frequencies set – for the author of JTDX-improved FT2 it is not yet a priority)

FT2 is also integrated in the MSHV version (2.76.5) version by Christo, LZ2HV.

Main features

• Cycle (T/R period): 3.75 seconds (Compared to 15 sec on FT8 and 7.5 sec on FT4).
• QSO Duration: A full contact can be completed in less than 15-20 seconds.
• Sensitivity: About -12 dB to -14 dB (ideal for contests and strong DX signals).
• Bandwidth: About 120-150 Hz.

What’s the situation with JTDX Improved?

Although the author of JTDX Improved (also based on Igor’s work, UA3DJY) keeps up with the latest news, he is a bit more conservative than Uwe (DG2YCB) regarding experimental modes.

Here’s what you need to know:

1. Decoding Only: JTDX Improved (in its latest test versions) can detect and display FT2 signals on the waterfall if they are within range of its decoder. This is possible thanks to shared libraries between the two „Improved“ versions.
2. Transmit (TX): As of March 2026, JTDX still does not have an official „FT2“ button in the main mode selection menu. JTDX is focused on maximum FT8 sensitivity, while WSJT-X Improved is the „innovation platform“ where new things like FT2 are tested.

Where to find FT2? (preferred frequencies as of early 2026)

Since the mode is new, it does not yet have official IARU segments, but the international community has already adopted the following frequencies (for all USB, DATA-U):

Note: You don’t need to manually enter these frequencies in WSJT Improved – go to the settings from /File/Settings/Frequencies and somewhere in the field where the frequencies are listed, right-click and select Reset. Most of the frequencies for FT2 will appear (the current version of WSJT Improved is missing only the frequency for 160 m).

How to find out if and where there is activity?

Although the mode is quite new, PSK Reporter filters it correctly under the name FT2. Set Using: FT2 and you will find out where the coupon is now.

The critical point: Time synchronization

If with FT8 perhaps even a difference of 1 second (DT) is permissible, with FT2 this will make you „deaf“ to the air. Due to the extremely short cycle, your computer must be synchronized with an accuracy of ± 50 ms.

Recommendation: The standard Windows synchronization is not enough. Use software like Dimension 4 or NetTime, set to check every 10-15 minutes, or the professional solution Meinberg NTP. I use the free version of NetTime with a synchronization period of 15 minutes (for a shorter period, the full version is required). 15 minutes is a good interval, but if I notice that the DT (Time Difference) in WSJT-X starts to exceed 0.2 – 0.3, I may have to look for an alternative, as much as I don’t want to push something I’m used to.

Alternatives to NetTime: Dimension 4 or Meinberg NTP

If you decide to experiment, many digital mode operators use:

1. Dimension 4: Completely free, allows synchronization every few minutes and is very lightweight.
2. Meinberg NTP: This is the „heavy artillery“. It turns your Windows into a true NTP client that maintains the time accurate to milliseconds in real time, without „jumping“ at intervals.

Important: If you use NetTime or one of the alternatives, do not forget to completely disable Windows synchronization to avoid conflicts and inaccuracies in synchronization.

Practical Tips for Operating the Yaesu FTDX10 and Other Modern Radios

1. ALC and Levels: Since switching between receive and transmit is extremely fast, make sure your ALC levels are set to zero. Rapid transitions can generate interference if the audio levels are turned up too high. Adjust the levels so that the ALC needle does not move, so as not to „slap“ on neighboring stations in this fast mode.
2. Split Mode: Be sure to use „Fake It“ or „Rig“ in the WSJT-X Improved settings (from the Radio settings) to maintain signal purity.
3. Filter Width: FT2 is wider than FT8 (about 120 Hz vs. 50 Hz). Make sure your radio’s filter in DIGI mode is at least 2400 Hz or 3000-3050 Hz to see the entire waterfall without „clipping“ at the edges.
4. Temperature mode: Your radio will work much harder. Intervals are shorter, but so are breaks. Watch for cooling during longer sessions.

Logbook and Acknowledgements (QSL)

Currently, QRZ.com reports FT2 connections as MFSK mode.

LoTW is still in the process of adding official support. At the moment, it will report your FT2 connections as errors due to the requirement for digital signing with TQSL.

If you use Wavelog, you shouldn’t have any problems.

Since FT2 is not yet officialized, QSL is unlikely to be needed for diplomas or competitions. But if you still want your confirmations to take effect immediately, then in software that does not support FT2, you can export your connections as MFSK or DATA. And hope that your correspondent announces them the same way. So, until the ADIF standard is officially updated – all fans of digital modes hope that this will happen soon.

Conclusion

FT2 is not here to replace FT8, but to give us speed when conditions allow it. This is the ideal mode for contests and „bursts“ of radio waves on 10 meters.

Download the latest version of WSJT-X Improved, set your watch and see you on 14.083 MHz!

73 de LZ3AI!

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Yaesu FTDX10: Master Class – Complete Guide to Setup and operational art (PDF)

If you are a current or former military person, a clarification especially for you – “operational art” is not used here in the sense of the military term

Domestication YourFTDX10: Whytheofficial manual issometimesnotenough?

The Yaesu FTDX10 is undoubtedly one of the best HF transceivers in its class, offering hybrid SDR technology and incredible dynamics. But like any precision instrument, it requires proper adjustment to unleash its full potential. Often, the factory settings are just a starting point. Even if they are perfectly selected, the real magic happens when the operator masters the work with the filters and parameters.

After many hours in front of the scale and experiments in real air conditions, I decided to systematize this experience in a small „book“ – a manual that would be accessible to every radio amateur.

What will you find in this manual?

In this publication (and especially in the attached PDF file) we cover critical aspects of transceiver operation that often remain misunderstood:

• Visual Control: How to use the display (2DSS and 3DSS) to „see“ the action of the filters.
• Clean Receive (RX): A deep dive into the operation of the DNR, DNF, Notch, APFandContour filters. How to „extract“ even the weakest signal from atmospheric and other noise.
• Perfect Audio Transmission (TX): Full settings of the 3- parametric Equalizer (PRMTRC and P-PRMTRC). What is the difference and how to sound punchy in a pileup.
• CWMastery: CW WAVE SHAPE settings, working in SPLIT mode, and using APF for narrow telegraph filters. Do we need a 300 Hz telegraph filter?
• Operational Ethics: How to behave in a pileup when we are „hunters“ or when we ourselves are the valuable DX station.

The Golden Algorithm of Settings

The manual also includes specific settings recommended by expert radio amateurs who have been working with this transceiver on SSB and CW since its appearance. You will learn why the value of CW WAVE SHAPE is critical for your neighbors on the range and how to properly adjust the voice processor (compressor) without distorting your signal.

„The purpose of this manual is to transform radio operation from a matter of turning knobs into a conscious operational art.“

Download the manual in PDF format

You can download the full version of the book „MASTER CONTROL“ ONYAESU FTDX10“ completely free from the link below:

 [Download PDF: YAESU FTDX10 – Master Class – LZ3AI]

“This guide is my contribution to the amateur radio community and will always be free to share. If the information in it was useful to you and you want to express your support for my work, you can buy me a cup of virtual coffee using the button below. Any such recognition motivates me to continue sharing practical tips and new ones on the site. Thank you and 73!”

Tony, LZ3AI

“Buy me a coffee”

Your feedback is Important for us! Really! Don’t take this sentence as a typical expression from a mobile operator’s telephone exchange.

Amateur radio is a hobby of shared experience. Do you use different settings for your microphone? Do you have a „secret recipe“ for the DNR filter when working on 80 meters?

I would be happy to share your opinions, corrections or personal settings in the comments under the articleor with coffee. Let’s make this guide even more useful for the Bulgarian community together!

73 and see you on the air!

Tony, LZ3AI

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Basic one-time settings for Yaesu FTDX-10

I am not claiming that these are the best, most important or „only“.

These are the settings that I have made and with which I work successfully. They are made once and generally do not need to be changed, which is why I have called the publication „Basic one-time settings for Yaesu FTDX-10„. Some are simply initial or most frequently used values, it does not prevent them from being changed operationally.

Anyone who wishes can check which setting does what exactly or ask in a comment. I don’t plan to write this here, so as not to unnecessarily burden the publication. I will try to answer everyone.

I will separately publish the operational settings for operation in the different modes, and I will also put references here.

I am sure that you will quickly get used to the way it is written and what it means – the writing is analogous (or at least similar) to that in the operating instructions.

General basic settings

[FUNC] <DISPLAY SETTING> <MY CALL> – home screen – callsign – up to 12 characters

[FUNC] <EXTENSION SETTING> <DATE&TIME> – date and time setting

(more about these two settings you can read here)

[RF/SQL] on the far right position

(maximum gain on HF – this does not mean that it should always be there – in any situation on the air, another position may be better and the audibility – also better, i.e. it is good to try it out operationally. But it is a good „initial“ position.)

Recommended initial settings related to the display

[CS] continuously {LEVEL} – for easy adjustment of the „grass“ with [CS]

[FUNC] <DISPLAY SETTING> <SCOPE> <SCOPE CTR> <CARRIER>

[FUNC] <DISPLAY SETTING> <SCOPE> < 2D DISP SENSITIVITY> <HI>

[FUNC] <DISPLAY SETTING> <SCOPE> <3DSS DISP SENSITIVITY> <HI>

Basic CW listening settings

[FUNC] <BK-IN DELAY> <200 ms> delay when returning to receive

[FUNC] <BK-IN> <OFF> must be turned on manually when transmitting CW

[FUNC] <CW PITCH> <750 Hz> (according to preference)

[FUNC] <CW SETTING> <MODE CW> <CW BK-IN TYPE> <SEMI>

[FUNC] <CW SETTING> <MODE CW> <CW FREQ DISPLAY> <PITCH OFFSET>

[FUNC] <CW SETTING> <MODE CW> <CW INDICATOR> <ON>

[FUNC] <CW SETTING> <MODE CW> <PC KEYING> <OFF>

[FUNC] <CW SPEED> <14> (this is 70 zn/min – according to preferences)

<CW OPERATION>

Basic settings for CW/DATA from external software via USB cable

[FUNC] <RADIO SETTINGS> <MODE PSK/DATA> <DATA MOD SOURCE> <REAR>

[FUNC] <RADIO SETTINGS> <MODE PSK/DATA> <REAR SELECT> <USB>

[FUNC] <RADIO SETTINGS> <MODE PSK/DATA> <RPORT GAIN> <12>

[FUNC] <RADIO SETTINGS> <MODE PSK/DATA> <RPTT SELECT> <RTS>

[FUNC] <RADIO SETTING> <MODE PSK/DATA> <TX BPF SEL> <100-2900 Hz>

[FUNC] <OPERATING SETTINGS> <GENERAL> <CAT RTS> <OFF>

[FUNC] <OPERATING SETTINGS> <GENERAL> <CAT TIME OUT TIMER> <10>

[FUNC] <OPERATION SETTING> <GENERAL> <CAT RATE> <38400bps>

Setting the <PRESET> button for operation in digital modes

<MODE> <PRESET> and <DATA-U>

<MODE> <PRESET continuously> until the PRESET functions appear:

<PRESET> <CAT RTS > <OFF>

<PRESET> <CAT RATE > <34800bps>

<PRESET> <CAT TIME OUT TIMER> <10ms>

<PRESET> <LCUT FREQ> <100Hz>

<PRESET> <HCUTFREQ> <3200Hz>

<PRESET> <TX BPFSELECT> <100-2900Hz>

<PRESET> <REAR SELECT> <USB>

<PRESET> <RPORT GAIN> <12>

<PRESET> <RPORT SELECT> <RTS>

<PRESET> <AGC FAST DELAY> <160ms>

<PRESET> <AGC MID DELAY> <500ms>

<PRESET> <AGC SLOW DELAY> <1500ms>

<PRESET> <LCUT SLOPE> <18dB/oct>

<PRESET> <HCUT SLOPE> <18dB/oct>

<FT8-FT4-PSK-DATA OPERATION>

Installing software on the computer connected to the radio

A USB isolator is placed on the USB port in use for protection.

Install the FTDX-10 drivers from the Yaesu website https://www.yaesu.com.

Install and configure your preferred software (personally, I use JTDX Enchanced most often and prefer it – it is not suitable for competitions).

Additional software for accurate time is mandatory. (For example, NetTime http://www.timesynctool.com – I would not say that I recommend it, but I use it and I am satisfied).

Turn off the automatic time update from Windows itself.

Basic settings for SSB, AM, FM, PSK, DATA operation

[FUNC] <AMC LEVEL> <60>

[FUNC] <MIC EQ> <OFF>

[FUNC] <MIC GAIN> <30>

[FUNC] <OPERATING SETTINGS> <TX AUDIO> <AMC RELEASE TIME> <FAST>

[FUNC] <PROC LEVEL> <12>

[FUNC] <RADIO SETTING> <MODE SSB> <SSB MOD SOURCE> <MIC>

[FUNC] <RADIO SETTING> <MODE SSB> <TX BPF SEL> <200-2800Hz> ? <50–3050 Hz>

[FUNC] <RADIO SETTING> <MODE AM> <TX BPF SEL> <50-3050Hz>

[FUNC] <RADIO SETTING> <MODE AM> <AM MOD SOURCE> <MIC>

[FUNC] <RADIO SETTING> <MODE FM> <FM MOD SOURCE> <MIC>

[FUNC] <RADIO SETTING> <MODE PSK/DATA> <TX BPF SEL> <100-2900Hz>

<SSB-AM-FM OPERATION>

SSB mode when using USB cable, software and speech from computer

(if this mode is not used, the values ​​are in orange)

<MODE> <DATA-U>

[FUNC] <RADIO SETTINGS> <MODE SSB> <SSB MOD SOURCE> <REAR> <MIC>

[FUNC] <RADIO SETTINGS> <MODE SSB> <REAR SELECT> <USB> <DATA>

[FUNC] <RADIO SETTINGS> <MODE SSB> <RPORT GAIN> <50> (according to software) <50>

[FUNC] <RADIO SETTINGS> <MODE SSB> <RPTT SELECT> <RTS> <DAKY>

I would be happy if you could share in a comment what the differences are with your settings, and also why you prefer them.

73!

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CW Operation

CW Operation Settings by Hearing

If you were working in digital modes before switching to CW, be sure to turn off SPLIT (if necessary), narrow the bandwidth and turn on transmission with the Morse code manipulator (and the automatic key if necessary). Depending on the range, you will also need to increase the frequency spectrum displayed on the display.

<BAND> (selectable according to preference)

Select desired frequency.

<MODE> <PRESET> <OFF>

<MODE> <CW-L> below 10.1 MHz without 5 Mhz or <MODE> <CW-U> on 5 Mhz, 10.1 MHz and above 10.1 MHz

[FUNC] <BK-IN> <ON> automatically turns on CW transmission

[FUNC] <KEYER> <OFF> for manual key or [FUNC] <KEYER> <ON> for auto key

[FUNC] <CW SPEED> <14> (keyer transmission speed – this is 70 bpm)

[FUNC] <MONI LEVEL> <15> (according to monitor volume preference)

<ATT> <OFF> (attenuator according to preference and IPO preamp)

<IPO> <AMP1> (according to preference)

<R.FIL> <500Hz>

<ACG><AUTO>

<TUNE> (press and hold until tuning begins)

<SPAN> <50k> or <100k> (width of the display image)

<CURSOR> <CENTER> <FIX> or <CURSOR> <CENTER> <FIX>

<CS> <outer knob> <adjust the „grass“ according to preferences> <CS>

Basic settings for CW operation with specialized software

[FUNC] <CW SETTING> <MODE CW> <PC KEYING> <DTR>

For CW operation in SSB mode (Caution – ignores BK-IN!)

[FUNC] <CW SETTING> <MODE CW> <CW AUTO MODE> <ON>

Screen capture

<MODE> continuously until double beep and „Screen Shot“ on the display

<BASIC ONE-TIME SETTINGS OF YAESU FTDX-10>

<OPERATION ON SSB-AM-FM>

<OPERATION OF FT8-FT4-PSK-DATA>

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FT8/FT4 Operation

<MODE> <PRESET> and <DATA-U> (both to be included)

<R.FIL> <3 kHz>

Checking the exact time

https://time.is/

The exact time is updated at >200 ms with NetTime

http://www.timesynctool.com

A blank space is preferred for broadcasting from the waterfall.

Checking the exact time at https://time.is/

Setting up the connection with the software

Adjust the TX level to be within the limits before triggering ALC (in the white sector).

The transmission level should be 30-50 dB (read by the software).

Display setting

<SPAN> <5k> or <10k> (width of the display image)

<CURSOR> <CENTER> <FIX>

<CS> <outer knob> <adjust the „grass“ according to preferences> <CS>

Screen capture

<MODE> long until double beep and „Screen Shot“ on display

<BASIC ONE-TIME SETTINGS OF YAESU FTDX-10>

<CW OPERATION>

<SSB-AM-FM OPERATION>

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SSB Operation

The following are basic settings for SSB and other telephone working modes. If you have worked in digital modes before switching to SSB/FM/AM, do not forget to turn off SPLIT (if necessary), change the skipped frequency band (if necessary). Depending on the range, you will also need to increase the frequency spectrum displayed on the display.

<BAND> (choose according to preference).

Select desired frequency.

<MODE> <PRESET> <OFF>

<MODE> <LSB> below 14 MHz or <MODE> <USB> above 10.1 MHz

<ATT><OFF>

<IPO><AMP1>

<R.FIL> <3kHz>

<ACG><AUTO>

<SPAN> <50k> or <100k> or <200k> or <500k>

<CURSOR> <CENTER> <FIX> or <CURSOR> <CENTER> <FIX>

<CS> <outer knob> <adjust the „grass“ according to preferences> <CS>

Screen Capture

<MODE> long until double beep and “Screen Shot” on the display

SSB operation does not only include these basic settings. I would be glad if you share your impressions of working on the air in a comment.

<BASIC ONE-TIME SETTINGS OF YAESU FTDX-10>

<CW OPERATION>

<FT8-FT4-PSK-DATA OPERATION>

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Extending the transmission range

Backstory

Some time ago, a friend and radio amateur (I’m not writing who he is, because I haven’t asked him if he can) shared that he can’t broadcast on part of the 60m range. He assumed that his Yaesu FTDX-10 transceiver, because it was prepared for Spain, reflected the Spanish regulations.

My Yaesu FTDX-10 is also „Spanish“. At least its User Manual is in Spanish. I checked and it turned out to be the same – it only broadcasts in 5351.5 – 5366.5 kHz. And for Bulgaria, the resolution is 5250 – 5450 kHz, on a secondary basis, 1 class, 100 W, all broadcast classes.

I thought, „There can’t be some mod to fix this problem“. I just didn’t have time to dig around the Internet right now and I posted a question in a FB group about the Yaesu FTDX-10.

After less than a day, among the hundreds of nonsense written under the question, there were also a few meaningful ones. There were also suggestions on how to unlock the transceiver from transmitting anywhere it can receive. But I didn’t care about them, I wanted to get my 60 meters right. And when I finish successfully, to explain to my friend how to do it too.

I thought this information might be useful to other radio amateurs, so I’m posting it here, I hope it works for them. At the same time, I have not carried out any intervention that would violate the warranty.

Problem solution

I solved the problem in a few easy steps, without opening the transceiver and without breaking the warranty:

1. I saved my personal settings, menus and memory on an SD card:

<FUNC> <EXTENSION SETTING> <SD CARD> <MENU SAVE DONE> <NEW> <ENT>
I tapped <FILE SAVED> for exit.
<FUNC> <EXTENSION SETTING> <SD CARD> <MEM LIST SAVE DONE> <NEW> <ENT>
I tapped <FILE SAVED> for output.

Note: This step is optional. The transceiver is reset to factory settings, and if you want to keep what you have configured additionally, you will need it.

2. I turned off the transceiver.
3. I pressed FINE and MODE at the same time and held them. Without releasing them, I turned on the transceiver. A green LED VFO-A RX started flashing rapidly.
4. I short pressed <FUNC>. The LED VFO-A RX blinking has slowed down a bit.
5. I waited a few seconds for the change to be copied and pressed <FUNC> again, now for a long time. I don’t know how long, it was about a few seconds until the LED stopped flashing and the transceiver rebooted.
6. After the restart everything was already OK, the ranges covered the permissions in our country.

As a bonus, I also received a 70 MHz range, also allowed in our country: 70-70.50 MHz, on a secondary basis, 1 class, 50 W, A1 (A, B, C, D) and J3 (C, E, F).

7. I could restore my old settings from the SD-card but I preferred to do it again, clean, for educational purposes. I did them anyway without knowing what exactly did what, then I was still learning about my new transceiver.

It basically works like this:

<FUNC> <EXTENSION SETTING> <SD CARD> <MENU LOAD DONE> <CHOOSE FILE> <OVERWRITE OK>
You tap <FILE SAVED> to exit, an automatic restart follows.
<FUNC> <EXTENSION SETTING> <SD CARD> <MEM LIST LOAD> <CHOOSE FILE> <OVERWRITE OK>
You tap <FILE SAVED> to exit, an automatic restart follows.

Note: If you did not complete step 1 and save your settings and memory, there is no way to restore them and perform this step.</p > I hope this procedure is useful to someone.

73!

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Firmware Update of FTDX-10

That sounds scary, but it’s not. Or at least it’s not until something goes wrong – like cutting out your electricity at that very moment. But let’s not be pessimistic…

If everything is in order and you follow the procedure, nothing bad should happen. Updating the firmware is an important and useful thing to do with every update, especially if you find any issues.

And let me say it again: don’t turn off the radio during a firmware update! There must be some solution if you do that, but I don’t want to understand what it is.

1. The first step is to check your current firmware version.

This is important because it may not need to be updated. You can see this with

<FUNC> <EXTENSION SETTING> <SOFT VERSION>

The screenshot shows my current versions as of 02-12-2024.

2. The second step is to check the firmware versions on Yaesu’s site and if there is one newer than yours, download it.

Yaesu’s website is at http://www.yaesu.com.

Find the FTDX10 section under products or by clicking the FTDX10 image on the banner. Select the „FILES“ tab. Look in the „AMATEUR RADIO \ SOFTWARE“ tab for the „FTDX10_Firmware_Update_Information“ file. Open the file and compare the firmware version numbers with the ones currently installed on your radio.

If any of the versions are newer than the one currently installed on your radio, you will need to download the new firmware.

If there isn’t a newer version, crack open a beer and make a few new connections – you don’t need to update anything.

The archive you need to download is named „FTDX10_Firmware_Update_[revision (date))„.

Unzip it. Save the files directly to the FTDX10 directory on the SD card. Do not save them in a subdirectory. If you don’t have the SD card for the transceiver, buy one. It doesn’t have to be big, 4GB will do a wonderful job for everything. The largest that works with the FTDX-10 is 32 GB.

3. You can skip the next third step, but it usually saves a lot of time and nerves, so – do it!

Save the current menu settings and memory channels to the SD card.

It goes like this:

<FUNC> <EXTENSION SETTING> <SD CARD> <MENU SAVE DONE> <NEW> <ENT>

Tap the File Saved icon when recording is complete.

<FUNC> <EXTENSION SETTING> <SD CARD> <MEM LIST SAVE DONE> <NEW> <ENT>

Tap the File Saved icon when recording is complete.

4. The fourth step is the FTDX-10 firmware update itself.

Take a deep breath and let’s act:

<FUNC> <EXTENSION SETTING> <SD CARD> <FIRMWARE UPDATE DONE>

The radio software will automatically select updates that are newer than the radio firmware. There’s no point in marking the ones that aren’t selected either, unless you have a radio failure and you’re sure you need to. If the downloaded archive does not contain an update for one of the processors, you will see the text „(No such file).“

Tap UPDATE, then OK.

DO NOT TURN OFF THE RADIO DURING A FIRMWARE UPDATE!

If you are a believer, you can cross yourself three times so that the current does not stop.

Once the new firmware is installed, the radio will reboot to load the changed files into the various DSP, FPGA and CPU devices.

If an error message is displayed during the firmware update, for example, has a corrupted file been detected?

Don’t panic!

Touch the screen and the radio will automatically reboot to the old firmware. Then downloaded a fresh copy of the firmware from Yaesu and repeated the process carefully again.

5. Fifth step – restore settings and memory.

If you want, you can restore the settings saved on the SD card. Or you can make them again for educational purposes.

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Two completely redundant settings for FTDX-10

But everyone wants to do them first

Do we need to do these two completely redundant settings for FTDX-10?

1. The first is a custom power-on screen.

Who doesn’t want to personalize their new radio by having it display their name or call sign? There is hardly anyone who would not be tempted by this possibility.
This can be done very easily:

Press <FUNC> <DISPLAY SETTINGS> <MY CALL>.

Use the on-screen keyboard to change the message. By default, only „FTDX10“ is entered. You are allowed 12 characters.

I wrote „LZ3AI FTDX10“.

2. And the second – setting the time and date.

The radio also has a clock. It never appears on screen. It only serves to stamp the time on the file name when you save something to SD card or elsewhere.

Press <FUNC> <EXTENSION SETTING> <DATE&TIME>.

Set DAY, MONTH, YEAR in the format shown on the display.

Press <FUNC> to save the date.

Then set TIME & MINUTE in the format shown on the display and press <FUNC> to save what you just entered.

Considering what this setting is used for, I recommend setting LZT (or local time if you’re not in Bulgaria). It is completely unnecessary to set UTC/GMT. The files that are created on the SD card have no relation to Greenwich Mean Time .

Two completely pointless settings but important and nice .

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Материалът Two completely redundant settings for the FTDX-10 е публикуван за пръв път на Галя и Тони - Галанто.