AIR BAND TRANSCEIVER

FTA-750L
FTA-550
FTA-450L
Operating Manual
 Contents
Important Notice!........................................................... 1 TOT Feature......................................................................... 45
Introduction.................................................................... 2 Saving the Battery during Reception................................... 45
Safety Precautions........................................................ 3 Using the Headset Microphone........................................... 46
Models, Accessories and Options............................... 5 VOX Operation.................................................................... 46
Models................................................................................... 5 Side Tone Control................................................................ 47
Supplied Accessories............................................................. 5 Lock Function...................................................................... 48
Available Options.................................................................. 5 PTT Lock Function.............................................................. 50
Controls & Connectors (Top Panel)............................. 6 Changing the Channel Steps................................................ 50
LCD Display (COM Band)............................................ 10 ANL Feature........................................................................ 51
Before You Begin......................................................... 14 Memory Operation....................................................... 52
Battery Installation and Removal........................................ 14 Recalling the Memories....................................................... 52
Battery Charging.................................................................. 15 Instant Storage..................................................................... 54
Alkaline Battery Tray Installation....................................... 16 Maintenance of the Memory................................................ 55
Low Battery Indication........................................................ 16 Scanning Operation.................................................... 59
External DC Power Supply Connection.............................. 17 Scanning Channels............................................................... 59
Antenna Installation............................................................. 17 Selecting Scanning Band (FTA-750L/FTA-550 only)......... 60
Belt Clip Installation............................................................ 18 Scanning the Specified Channels......................................... 61
Headset Connection............................................................. 18 Activating the GPS Unit...................................................... 63
Precautions........................................................................... 19 GPS Function (FTA-750L Only).................................. 63
Basic Operation........................................................... 20 Displaying the Position Information.................................... 64
Reception (COM Band)....................................................... 20 Memorizing the Position Information................................. 66
Accessing the 121.5 MHz Emergency Frequency............... 23 Recording the Position Information..................................... 67
Transmission (COM Band).................................................. 24 Waypoint Navigation (FTA-750L Only)....................... 68
Operation Bands.................................................................. 25 Entering the Navigation (NAVI) Mode............................... 68
Operation Modes................................................................. 26 Setting the Destination......................................................... 69
Resetting the Radio.............................................................. 27 Basic Operation................................................................... 72
Advanced Operation................................................... 29 Maintenance of the Memory................................................ 73
Reception of VOR Signals................................................... 29 Setting of the COMM Mode Operation............................... 74
Reception of ILS Signals..................................................... 33 Setting of the GPS Mode Operation (FTA-750L Only)....... 77
Split Operation..................................................................... 35 Setting of the Operation and Configuration of the Radio.... 82
Reception of Weather Channel Broadcasts.......................... 37 About the Radio................................................................... 84
- Weather Channels for USA/ Canada only -....................... 37 Summary of the SETUP Menu............................................ 85
Dual Watch Operation.......................................................... 39 Specifications.............................................................. 87
Timer Mode Operation........................................................ 41 Troubleshooting for Headset Connection................. 89
 Important Notice!
FCC RF Exposure Compliance Requirements for Occupational Use Only:
The FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L have been tested and comply with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
RF exposure limits for Occupational Use/Controlled Exposure Environment. In addition, both radios comply with the
following Standards and Guidelines:
 FCC 96-326, Guidelines for Evaluating the Environmental Effects of Radio-Frequency Radiation.
 FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 (1997) Supplement C, Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human
Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields.
 ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992, IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency
Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz.
 ANSI/IEEE C95.3-1992, IEEE Recommended Practice for the Measurement of Potentially Hazardous Electromag-
netic Fields - RF and Microwave.
 This radio is NOT approved for use by the general population in an uncontrolled environment. This radio is
restricted to occupational use, work related operations only where the radio operator must have the knowl-
edge to control its RF exposure conditions.
 When transmitting, hold the radio in a vertical position with its microphone 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) away
from your mouth and keep the antenna at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) away from your head and body.
 The radio must be used with a maximum operating duty cycle not exceeding 50%, in typical Push-to-Talk
configurations. DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (50% duty cycle). Transmitting
more than 50% of the time can cause FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded.
The radio is transmitting when the “TX” icon is displayed on the upper left corner of the screen of the radio.
You can cause the radio to transmit by pressing the PTT button.
 Always use YAESU authorized accessories.
NOTICE
There are no user-serviceable points inside this transceiver.
All service jobs must be referred to your Authorized Service Center.
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 Introduction
The YAESU FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L are compact, stylish, solid hand-held transceivers providing communica-
tion (transmit and receive) capability on the International Aircraft Communication Band (“COM” band: 118 to 136.975
MHz).
FTA-750L/FTA-550 are additionally provide VOR and ILS navigation features on the “NAV” band (108 to 117.975
MHz).
The FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L boast a 1.7” x 1.7” (43.2 x 43.2 mm) full dot matrix LCD displaying a plenty of
information in a row. The FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L include NOAA weather band monitoring and 200 memory
channels. The channel configurations can be easily reprogrammed in minutes using the optional PC Programming Soft-
ware and your PC. In addition, the FTA-750L provides positioning and navigation features realized by the internal GPS
unit.
We recommend that you read this manual in its entirety, so as to understand the many features of the FTA-750L/FTA-
550/FTA-450L completely. Keep this manual handy, so you may use it for reference.
Note: The VOR, ILS, and GPS navigation features of the FTA-750L/FTA-550 are for supplemental aids to naviga-
tion only, and are not intended to be a substitute for accurate (primary) VOR or landing service equipment.
You assume full responsibility for the use of the FTA-750L/FTA-550.

Congratulations!
You now have at your fingertips a valuable communications tool, a YAESU two-way radio! Rugged, reliable
and easy to use, your YAESU radio will keep you in constant touch with your friends and colleagues for years to
come, with negligible maintenance or down-time.
Please take a few minutes to read this manual carefully. The information presented here will allow you to derive
maximum performance from your radio, in case questions arise later on.
We’re glad you joined the YAESU team. YAESU products cover the entire spectrum of radio communications
applications, and our worldwide support network is here to serve you. Let us help you get your message across.

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 Safety Precautions
Yaesu is not liable for any failures or problems caused by the use or misuse Do not touch any material leaking from the battery pack with bare
of this product by the purchaser or any third party. Also, Yaesu is not liable hands.
for damages caused through the use of this product by the purchaser or The chemical that has stuck to your skin or entered your eye can cause
any third party, except in cases where ordered to pay damages under the chemical burns. In such a case, consult the doctor immediately.
laws. Those who are carrying a medical device such as a cardiac
Types and meanings of the marks pacemaker should not perform transmission near the device. When
transmitting, use an external antenna and keep as far as possible
This mark indicates an imminently hazardous away from the external antenna.
DANGER situation, which, if not avoided, could result in The radio wave emitted by the transmitter can cause the medical device
to malfunction and result in an accident.
death or serious injury.
Do not use this product or the battery charger in a place where
This mark indicates a potentially hazardous
inflammable gas is generated.
WARNING situation, which, if not avoided, could result in A fire or explosion can occur.
death or serious injury.
Do not solder or short-circuit the terminal of the battery pack.
This mark indicates a potentially hazardous A fire, leak, overheating, explosion, or ignition can result. Do not carry the
CAUTION situation, which, if not avoided, may result in battery pack together with a necklace, hair pin, or small metal objects. A
minor or moderate injury or only property damage. short circuit can result.

Types and meanings of symbols

These symbols signify prohibited actions, which must not be done

WARNING
to use this product safely. Do not power this transceiver with a voltage other than the specified
For example:   indicates that the product should not be disas- power supply voltage.
sembled. A fire, electric shock, or damage may result.
These symbols signify required actions, which must be done to use Do not use the battery pack for any model other than the specified
this product safely. For example: indicates that the power plug transceiver.
should be disconnected. A fire, leak, overheating, explosion, or ignition can result.
Do not make very long transmissions.
The main body of the transceiver may overheat, resulting in a failure or
DANGER burns.
Do not disassemble or make any alteration to this product.
Do not use this product in “an area where use of it is prohibited”, An injury, electric shock, or failure can result.
e.g., inside the hospital or train.”
This product can affect electronic or medical devices. When transmitting, keep the transceiver at least 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) away
from your body. Use only the supplied antenna. Do not use modified or
Do not use this product while riding a bicycle or driving a car. damaged antennas.
Accidents can result.
Be sure to stop the bicycle or car at a safe place before using this product. Keep the terminals of the battery pack clean.
If terminal contacts are dirty or corroded, a fire, leak, overheating,
Do not perform transmission in a crowded place for the safety of explosion, or ignition can result.
persons using a medical device such as a cardiac pacemaker.
The radio wave emitted from this product can cause the medical device Do not handle the battery pack or charger with wet hands. Do not
to malfunction and result in an accident. insert or remove the power plug with wet hands.
An injury, leak, fire, or failure can result.

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 If smoke or strange odor is emitted from the main body, battery pack, Charge the battery pack within the temperature range from +5 °C to
or battery charger, immediately turn the transceiver off; remove the +35 °C (+41 °F to +95 °F).
battery pack, and remove the power plug from the outlet. Charging the battery pack outside this temperature range can cause
A fire, leak, overheating, damage, ignition, or failure can result. Contact leak, overheating, decrease in performance, or reduction in service life
the dealer from which you purchased this product or Yaesu Customer can result.
Support.
When unplugging the power cord of the battery charger, be sure to
Do not use the battery pack which is externally damaged or hold the power plug.
deformed. Pulling the power cord can dam-age it and cause a fire or electronic
A fire, leak, heating, explosion, or ignition can result. shock.
Do not use any battery charger which is not specified by Yaesu. Do not use the earphones or head-phones at an extremely high
A fire or failure can result. volume level.
Hearing impairment can result.
If charging of the battery pack cannot be completed within the
specified charging time, immediately remove the power plug of the Keep this product out of reach of children.
battery charger from the outlet. An injury, etc. can result.
A fire, leak, overheating, explosion, or ignition can result.
Install the belt clip securely.
If they are installed improperly, the transceiver may fall or drop, resulting
CAUTION in an injury or damage.
Do not place a heavy object on the power cord of the battery
Do not dangle or throw this product by holding its antenna. charger.
This product can hit and injure someone. In addition, doing so can result The battery cord can be dam-aged, resulting in a fire or electric shock.
in a transceiver failure or damage.
Do not use the included battery charger to charge any battery pack
Do not use transceiver in a crowded place. which is not specified for use with the charger.
The antenna can hit someone, resulting in an injury. A fire can result.
Do not operate the transmitter near the TV or radio.
Do not place this transceiver in a place subject to direct sun-light Radio disturbance can occur in the transceiver, the TV, or the radio.
or near a heater.
The transceiver can deform or discolor. Do not use any products other than the specified options and
accessories.
Do not place this transceiver in a humid or dusty place. A failure can result.
A fire or failure can result.
During transmission, keep the antenna as far from you as possible. When the battery charger is not in use, remove its power plug from the
Long-time exposure to electromagnetic waves can have a negative outlet.
impact on your health. Before discarding the worn battery pack, affix tape or the like to its
terminals.
Do not clean the case with thinner or benzene.
Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the case. Before using this transceiver in a hybrid or fuel-saving car, be sure to
check with the auto-mobile manufacturer regarding use of the transceiver
If the transceiver is not being used for an extended period, turn it off and in that car.
remove the battery pack for safety. Noise generated by an onboard electrical device (inverter, etc.) can
disrupt the normal operation of the transceiver.
Do not drop, strike, or throw the transceiver.
A failure or damage may result.
Keep magnetic cards and video tape away from the transceiver.
The data recorded on cash cards or video tape can be erased.

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 Models, Accessories and Options
Models Available Options
FTA-750L Lithium-ion battery pack included SSM-10A Speaker Microphone
FTA-550L Lithium-ion battery pack included SEP-10A Earphone (available only with the
FTA-550 AA Battery Version SSM-10A)
Rechargeable battery pack not included. SEP-11A Earphone
Requires “AA” batteries for operation. YCE01 PC Programming Software
FTA-450L Lithium-ion battery pack included (Download the YCE01 PC Program-
ming Software from the YAESU web-
Supplied Accessories site.)
Lithium-ion Battery Pack (7.4V) SBR-12LI*1
AC Charger SAD-25*1
Charger Cradle SBH-11*1 Availability of accessories may vary. Some accessories
Cigarette Lighter DC/DC Converter SDD-12 are supplied as standard per local requirements, while
Helical Antenna SRA-18A*2 others may be unavailable in some regions. Consult
Belt Clip SHB-11 your YAESU Dealer for details regarding these and any
Headset Adapter Cable SCU-15 newly-available options.
Alkaline Battery Tray SBT-12 Connection of any non-YAESU-approved accessory,
USB Cable T9101606 should it cause damage, may void the Limited Warranty
Ferrite Core L9190192 on this apparatus.
Operating Manual
Warranty Card

*1 These accessories are not supplied with the FTA-550 AA Battery Version.
*2 Antenna gain: 2.15 dBi
Impedance: 50 ohms

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 Controls & Connectors (Top Panel)
 Antenna Jack
This BNC connector accepts the supplied flexible
antenna, or an external antenna designed to provide
VOL
50  Ω impedance on the Aircraft Communication
DIAL
Band.

 VOLUME (Inner) Knob

Turn this (inner) control clockwise to increase the
volume.   
 DIAL Selector (Outer) Knob
This (outer) 20-position detented rotary switch tunes
the operating frequency or selects the memory chan-
nels.

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 Controls & Connectors (Front Panel)
 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)  121.5 Key
The display shows selected operating conditions, as Press and hold this key to access the emergency fre-
indicated on Pages 10 to 13. quency (121.5 MHz) instantly.

 Microphone  Loudspeaker
Speak into this opening in a normal voice level, The internal speaker is located in this position.
while pressing the PTT switch, to transmit.

 Cursor Keys and ENT Key

The cursor keys [◄] and [►] are used to select an
item displayed on the LCD.
Press the ENT key to determine the selection or en-
tered values.

 Control Keys
Press the MENU key to display the MENU screen. 
Press the BACK key to return the display to the
previous screen.
Press the SAVE key to store the current channel in-
formation to the memory.


Press and hold the lock key [    ] to enable the
lock feature. Controls and keys will be disabled. 
Press and hold again to disable the lock feature. 
 
 COMM Key
Press this key to enter the COMM mode instantly.

 Numeric Keypad
The keypad is used when setting frequencies.

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 Controls & Connectors (Left Side)
 POWER Switch
Press and hold this button to turn the radio on and
off.

 PTT (Push To Talk) Switch

Press and hold this button to transmit when you are
operating in the COM band. Release this button to 

MIC/SP
return to the “Receive” mode. See Page 24 for PTT

details.

 SQL (Squelch) Switch
This button may be pressed to “open” the squelch DATA
 SQL
manually, allowing you to listen for very weak
signals. Press and hold this button for 2 seconds
to “open” the squelch continuously. Press this but-
ton again to resume normal (quiet) monitoring. See EXT
DC
Page 22 for details.

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 Controls & Connectors (Right Side)
 MIC/SP Jack
You may connect the supplied SCU-15 Headset
Adapter Cable or the optional SSM-10A Speaker/
Microphone to this jack. To use this jack, you must
first remove the cover from the transceiver body.
Do not allow the FTA-750L/FTA-550/
FTA-450L to get wet while the cover over


MIC/SP
the MIC/SP jack is removed. PTT

 DATA Jack
You may connect the optional USB cable to this
jack. To use this jack, you must first lift the rubber DATA
 SQL

cover away from the transceiver body.

Do not allow the FTA-750L/FTA-550/
FTA-450L to get wet while the rubber cov-
er is removed.
EXT
DC 
 EXT DC Jack
When an external 9.5- to 10.5-Volt DC power
source is available, you may connect the SDD-12
Cigarette Lighter DC/DC Converter here.
1) Do not allow the FTA-750L/FTA-550/
FTA-450L to get wet while the rubber cov-
er is removed.
2) Do not connect any accessory unapproved by
YAESU to supply DC power.

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 LCD Display (COM Band)
This field displays the icons indicating
“BUSY” icon appears during various statuses of the transceiver,
audio reception, or “TX” during This field displays the such as “GPS on”ø, “Data Logger on”ø,
transmission. operating frequency. “Timer on”, “Battery full”, etc.
ø: FTA-750L/FTA-550 only

This field displays the This field displays the

BUSY

133.800
operation modes. icons indicating various
DW V ± statuses of functions,
MR such as “VOX on”, “Split
This field displays the FLG MEM on”, etc.
tag name of the current
channel.
Los Angeles
VOL “MEM” icon appears if

This field displays the

132.400 the selected channel is

level of the audio volume 134.800 MIAMI programmed into the Scan
Memory.
or the squelch.
127.600 MIAMI 2
This field displays the
G 119.150
channels you have 124.250 North
previously used. 129.200

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 LCD Display (NAV Band: FTA-750L/FTA-550 Only)
VOR CDI Screen ILS CDI Screen
NAV VOR NAV VOR NAV LOC GS NAV LOC
113.600 113.600 108.500 108.500
 VOL
KLAX-VOR  VOL
KLAX-VOR
 VOL
KLAX-RWY07R
  VOL
KLAX-RWY07R

 33 N 3
OBS
000°
  33 N 3
OBS
000°
 33 N
30 6 30 6  30
3
6
  
 355°   355° 
W E FROM

W E FROM
  W E 
 24 12
 24 12 24 12
21
S
15 SOGKT
150 
21
S
15  21
S
15 

FTA-750L FTA-550 FTA-750L FTA-550

 Compass rose  Compass rose

 Course indicator (OBS direction)  Course (runway) indicator
 Deviation marks  Deviation marks for localizer
 Course deviation needle  Course deviation needle for localizer
 OBS (omni bearing selector) value  Height deviation indicator for glide slope
 VOR value  Deviation marks for glide slope
 TO/FROM indicator
 SOG (speed over ground) value according to the
GPS signal

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 LCD Display (FTA-750L Only)
GPS Information Screen GPS Compass Screen
BUSY BUSY

133.800 133.800 MEM

MR
FLG
MR KLAX-ATIS
FLG MEM  VOL
KLAX-ATIS COG T
000° 
VOL  SOGkph 
LAT/LON
 23°56.890N 360
123°56.890W ALTft 
COG SOGKT ALTM 10000
 095° 095 0956.8  Oct/25
 DATE Oct/25 09:56AM 09:56AM 

  Compass rose
 Course indicator
 Latitude and longitude values  COG (course over ground) value
 COG (course over ground) value  SOG (speed over ground) value
 Date obtained from the GPS signal  Altitude value
 SOG (speed over ground) value  Date obtained from the GPS signal
 Altitude value

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 LCD Display (FTA-750 Only)
GPS Status Screen Waypoint Navigation Screen
BUSY BUSY
MR
FLG 133.800 MR
ALL 133.800
KLAX-ATIS KLAX-ATIS
VOL  VOL
STATUS LAT/LON
 SEARCH 23°56.890N   KLAX 
123°56.890W DSTkm
  10 
 COG T
000° 
SOGkph
 DATE Oct/25 09:56AM 360 
 GPS receiver operation status  Compass rose
 Radar scope for captured GPS satellites  Course indicator
 Date obtained from the GPS signal  Destination indicator
 Latitude and longitude values  Tag name of the destination
 GPS signal strength indicator  DST (distance) value
 COG (course over ground) value
 SOG (speed over ground) value

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 Before You Begin
Battery Installation and Removal Do not attempt to open any of the recharge-
 To install the battery, insert the battery pack SBR- able Lithium-ion packs, as personal injury
12LI into the battery compartment on the back of the or damage to the Lithium-ion pack could
occur if a cell or cells become accidentally short-
transceiver, press the end of the battery pack while
circuited.
pressing the battery pack latch on the bottom of the
transceiver, then lock the pack by sliding the locking Note:
plate beside the latch until the entire “LOCK” ap- To remove the battery pack after the belt clip SHB-11
pears. is mounted (see Page 15), lift up the clip before you
press the battery pack latch.
Note:
Be sure that the rubber gasket on the SBR-12LI is Caution:
not loose when inserting. Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect
 To remove the battery, turn the transceiver off, slide typ.
the locking plate until the “UNLOCK” appears en- Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
tirely, lift up the end of the battery pack by pressing
the battery pack latch, then pull out the battery from
the radio.

/SP
MIC

Battery Pack
Latch
DATA

EXT

H
DC

PUS

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 Before You Begin
Battery Charging  You may insert the cable plug of the SAD-25
It is necessary to charge the Lithium-ion battery fully into the EXT DC jack located on the right side of
before its first use. Follow the procedure below: the transceiver directly. In this case, the “   ”
icon will appear in the top right corner of the
1. Install the Lithium-ion battery pack onto the trans-
LCD display.
ceiver. Ensure that the transceiver is switched off.
4. If the transceiver is inserted correctly, the RED indi-
2. Insert the cable plug of the SAD-25 Battery Char-
cator on the SBH-11 will glow.
ger into the jack located on the back of the SBH-11
 A fully-discharged pack will be charged com-
Charging Cradle, then plug the SAD-25 into the AC
pletely in 4 hours, and then the GREEN indicator
line outlet.
on the SBH-11 will glow.
 It takes 8 hours for full charge with the SAD-25
connected to the transceiver directly.
V
O
L
D
IA
L

Important Notes:
MIC/SP

DA
TA
 The SAD-25 is not designed to power the transceiv-
EX
T
er for operation (transmission).
SAD-25  Do not leave the charger connected to the transceiver
DC

for continuous periods in excess of 24 hours. Long

term overcharging can degrade the Lithium-ion bat-
tery pack and significantly shorten its useful life.
 If using a charger other than the SAD-25, SBH-11,
SBH-11
or if using a battery pack other than the SBR-12LI,
follow the appropriate instructions provided with the
3. Insert the transceiver into the SBH-11; the antenna charger/battery. Contact your Dealer if you have any
jack should be at the left side when viewing the doubts about the appropriateness of the particular
cradle from the front. charger or battery pack you intend to use.

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 Before You Begin
Alkaline Battery Tray Installation  To install the SBT-12, remove the Lithium-ion bat-
The supplied SBT-12 Battery Tray allows operation of tery pack first from the transceiver, turn the open
the FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L using six “AA” side of the SBT-12 down, then insert it into the bat-
size alkaline battery cells. tery compartment.
 When installing a cell, insert the (–) end first, then Note: Be sure that the rubber gasket on the SBT-12
press in the (+) end so the cell snaps into place. Pay is not loose when inserting.
attention to the polarity indicated inside the case.
Low Battery Indication
As your battery discharges during use, the voltage
will gradually become lower. When the battery volt-
age reaches 6.0 Volts, the “ ” icon will blink on the
LCD display, indicating that the battery pack must be
SBT-12
recharged or the alkaline battery cells must be replaced
Alkaline Battery Tray before further use.
 Avoid recharging Lithium-ion batteries before the
The SBT-12 must not be used with re- “Low Battery” indicator is observed, as this can de-
chargeable cells. The SBT-12 does not con- grade the charge capacity of your Lithium-ion battery
tain the thermal and over-current protec- pack. YAESU recommends that you carry an extra,
tion circuits required when utilizing Ni-Cd and Ni- fully-charged pack with you so you will not lose
MH cells. communications capability due to a depleted Lithi-
Note: Replace all six cells at the same time in case of um-ion battery.
low battery.  The fully-charged battery lasts for 12 hours on the
FTA-750L or 13.5 hours on the FTA-550/FTA-
450L under the conditions below:
Battery saver ... OFF
Operation ratio ... TX:RX:Standby = 6:6:48 (sec)

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 Before You Begin
External DC Power Supply Connection above. Attach the ferrite core as close as possible to
You may insert the cable plug of the optional SDD-12 the SDD-12 body, as shown.
Cigarette Lighter DC/DC Converter into the EXT DC Do not connect any accessory unapproved
jack located on the right side of the transceiver. In this by YAESU to supply DC power; otherwise
case, the “   ” icon will appear in the top right corner the FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L may
be damaged.
of the LCD display.
When making DC connections via the SDD-12, be ab- Antenna Installation
solutely certain to observe the proper voltage level and  To attach the supplied antenna to the FTA-750L/
polarity guidelines. FTA-550/FTA-450L, grasp the base of the antenna
 The SDD-12 can be connected to 12 to 24 Volt DC firmly, and exert a moderate “pinching” pressure on
power sources. the base as you press the antenna onto the radio’s an-
tenna connector. While exerting this pressure, rotate
the antenna clockwise 1/4 turn to lock the antenna in
place.
SDD-12
Cigarette Lighter DC/DC
Converter (12 to 24 Volts)
As close
as possible
Ferrite Core
Wind the cable one turn, 
then snap two halves


 For noise reduction from exogenous noise, wind one

turn of the SDD-12 cable around the ferrite core,
and snap its two halves together, per the illustration
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 Before You Begin
Belt Clip Installation Headset Connection
You may mount the clip to the rear of the FTA-750L/ You may use an optional headset through the supplied
FTA-550/FTA-450L using the supplied screws. SCU-15 Headset Adapter Cable (see also Page 89).

Headset
(not supplied)
MIC/SP

DA
TA

SCU-15
Headset Adapter Cable
EX
DCT

SHB-11
Belt Clip 1. Remove the cover and two screws of the MIC/SP
with two screws (M3 x 8) jack located on the right side of the transceiver.
2. Insert the plug of the SCU-15 to the MIC/SP jack.
3. Fix the plug with two screws attached to the SCU-
15.
 Either of the plug directions are acceptable as
long as the both screws fit the screw holes.
4. Insert the plugs of the headset to the sockets of the
SCU-15.

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 Before You Begin
Precautions
 The FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L are capable of
two-way communication on channels used for criti-
cal aviation safety communications. Therefore, it is
important that this radio be kept away from children
or other unauthorized users at all times.
 Do not dispose of the Lithium-ion battery pack in a
fire. Do not carry a Lithium-ion battery pack in your
pocket, where keys or coins could short the termi-
nals. This could create a serious fire/burn danger, and
possibly cause damage to the Lithium-ion pack.
 The FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L are designed
to have the waterproof capability equivalent to IPX5.
Do not allow the radio to become submerged, and do
not subject it to water spray under pressure.

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 Basic Operation
Reception (COM Band)  A channel frequency will
appear on the display. If
Turning the radio on and off not, press the [COMM ]
 To turn the radio on, key.
press and hold the
POWER switch.
“WARNING” will be
displayed.  The “BUSY” icon appears on the display when the
PTT
audio signal is received on the current frequency.

WARNING BUSY
This device can only
be used as SQL
an aid to
navigation for VFR.
127.300
All information VOL
is presented for
reference only.
You assume total
responsibility and
risk associated with
using this device.
I agree
 If you agree with the
warning message, press  To turn the radio off, press and hold the POWER
the [ENT] key. switch.

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 Basic Operation
Adjusting the frequency  You may recall the operating frequency that you
have used by pressing the [ENT] key.
 You may turn the DIAL
A list of frequencies you have used will appear be-
selector (outer) knob on
low the VOL meter on the display.
the top panel to choose
the desired operating Select the desired fre-
frequency. The channel quency by pressing the
[ ◄ ] or [ ► ] key, then
frequency will appear on
the LCD. press the [ENT] key.
 Directly entering frequencies from the keypad is the
easiest method if you know the frequency on which
you wish to operate. Just enter the five digits of the
frequency to move to that frequency. BUSY
For example, to set 133.800
134.35 MHz,
press [ 1 ]  [ 3 ]  [ 4 ] 13-.--- VOL
132.400
134.800
 [3]  [5]. VOL
127.600
To set 118.275 MHz, 119.150
124.250
you do not need to press 129.200
the final “5” in the fre-
quency as below:
[1]  [1]  [8]  [2]
 [7].

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 Basic Operation
Adjusting the volume Adjusting the squelch PTT

 Rotate the VOL (inner)  Press the SQL switch,

knob to set the volume then rotate the DIAL
level. If no signal is selector knob to set the
present, press the SQL squelch threshold (0 to SQL

switch; background 15) so that the receiver

noise will now be heard, is just silenced. A higher
and you may use this number indicates that
PTT
noise to set the VOL a higher signal level is BUSY
knob for the desired
audio level. Press and
required in order to open
the squelch.
127.300
SQL
hold the SQL switch
to silence the noise and SQL

resume normal (quiet)

monitoring.

 Press and hold the SQL switch to set the squelch

threshold to 0 (off).
 Your new setting will be saved each time you per-
form either of the operations above.

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 Basic Operation
Monitor Switch  To access the emergency
When listening to a very weak signal from an aircraft or frequency, press and
ground station, you may observe the signal disappearing hold the [121.5] key.
periodically as the incoming signal strength becomes too After four beeps, the
weak to override the squelch threshold setting. transceiver enters the
emergency mode and
To disable the squelch temporarily, press and hold the
the frequency is au-
SQL switch for 2 seconds. The squelch will remain
tomatically tuned to
open and you should have a better chance of hearing
weak signals.
121.500 MHz.
EMG121.500
EMERGENCY
To return to normal operation, press the SQL momen- VOL
132.400
tarily. 134.800
127.600
Accessing the 121.5 MHz Emergency Frequency 119.150
124.250
The FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L can quickly ac- 129.200
cess the 121.500 MHz emergency frequency. This func-
tion can be activated even when the keypad lock func-  To exit the emergency mode, press the [COMM ]
tion (described on Page 48) is in use. key. The message confirming the cancelation of the
emergency mode will appear. Press the [◄] or [►]
key to select “YES”, then press the [ENT] key.

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 Basic Operation
Transmission (COM Band) TX
 To transmit, press and
hold the PTT switch.
127.300
PTT VOL
Speak into the micro-
phone area of the front
panel grille in a normal
voice level.
The “ TX ” icon, which SQL

indicates that the FTA-

750L/FTA-550/FTA-  To return to the receive mode, release the PTT
450L are in the transmit switch.
mode, appears on the
display.

Operating Advice: Use of Internal Microphone

Your FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L are sealed against water ingress, which includes
waterproof seals around the microphone and speaker enclosure. This requires that you
focus your speech in the direction of the microphone’s location, so as to ensure suf-
ficient voice input to the radio. Refer to the illustration and observe the location of the
internal microphone.
If you find it difficult to utilize the FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L conveniently and
safely while speaking directly into the microphone, we recommend the use of the SSM-
10A Speaker/Microphone (option), or an aftermarket aviation headset with boom mi-
crophone.

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 Basic Operation
Operation Bands When the FTA-750L/FTA- NAV VOR
When the FTA-750L/FTA-550 are turned on for the 550 receive a data signal 113.600
KLAX-VOR
first time, it enters the COMM mode and displays the associated with VOR or VOL
OBS
COM band screen. The COMM mode is the basic opera- ILS, the display will auto- 33 N 3 000°
tion mode of the FTA-750L/FTA-550 that allows you to matically switch to the NAV 30 6
355°
band screen which shows a W E FROM
tune through either of the NAV and COM bands using the 12
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DIAL knob or the keypad. CDI (course deviation indi- 21 15 SOGKT
S 150
cator) based on the received
 NAV band (108.000 - 117.975 MHz): signal, and “NAV”, which
Band for navigation utilizing data signals emitted by When receiving a VOR
indicates that the F TA -
VOR (VHF omnidirectional range) stations and ILS signal on the FTA-750L
750L/FTA-550 are on the
(instrument landing system) of airports.
NAV band, appears on the
 COM band (118.000 - 136.975 MHz): display.
Band for communication utilizing audio signals.

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 Basic Operation
Operation Modes  COMM
The FTA-750L/FTA-550/ The basic operating mode for communication. Navi-
FTA-450L operate in either gation through the NAV band is also performed on
of the modes below. You this mode.
can switch the modes via  MR (MEMORY)
the MENU screen displayed This mode provides you with the ability to store and
by pressing the [ MENU ] recall as many as 200 channels in the radio’s main
key on the front panel. memory bank.
 WX (WEATHER) (USA/Canada Only)
The receive mode for the VHF weather channel
broadcasts. 10 weather channels are pre-programmed
at the factory.
 GPS (FTA-750L only)
The position information and status of the GPS satel-
lites according to the signals received by the built-in
GPS unit are displayed during this mode.
FTA-750L FTA-550/FTA-450L
 NAVI (FTA-750L only)
When turning on the FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L, Navigation to the waypoint (destination) memorized
the last mode you have used before turning off will au- or manually input is carried out in this mode.
tomatically be entered.
 SETUP
This mode allows certain aspects of your radio’s
configuration to be customized for your personal op-
erating conditions.

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 Basic Operation
Convenient menu items Resetting the Radio
The MENU screen also includes the following items To clear all memories and other settings to factory de-
which provide advanced and convenient usage of the faults:
FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L.
1. Press the [MENU] key to display the MENU screen.
 TIMER 2. Select “SETUP” on the
You may use the FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L screen by pressing the
as a countdown timer or a stopwatch through this [ ◄ ] or [ ► ] key, and
menu. then press the [ ENT ]
key.
 FUNCTION
Enables and disables various functions such as scan
and dual watch features through this menu.

3. Select “CONFIGURA-
TION” on the screen by
pressing the [◄] or [►]
key, and then press the
[ENT] key.

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 Basic Operation
4. Select “RESET” on the The initialization will start and then “COMPLETED!”
CONFIGURATION
screen by pressing the LAMP will be displayed after the radio returns to factory
[ ◄ ] or [ ► ] key, and CONTRAST default.
then press the [ ENT ] KEY BEEP
TIMER ALARM
key. BATTERY SAVE
LOCK SELECT
PTT LOCK
RESET

5. Select “FACTORY” on
CONFIGURATION
the screen by pressing
RESET
the [◄] or [►] key, and FUNCTION
then press the [ ENT ]
MEMORY
key.
COMM & GPS
CONFIGURATION
FACTORY

6. S e l e c t “ O K ? ” o n t h e
CONFIGURATION
screen by pressing the
RESET
[ ◄ ] or [ ► ] key, and
FACTORY
then press the [ ENT ] OK? CANCEL
key.

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 Advanced Operation
Reception of VOR Signals  The OBS is set to 0 degree when you use the FTA-
When the FTA-750L/FTA-550 receive a VOR (VHF 750L/FTA-550 for the first time.
omnidirectional range) signal, the display will automati- The last value you have set as the OBS will be dis-
cally switch to the NAV band screen which shows a played next time the NAV band screen appears.
CDI (course deviation indicator) based on the received  The upside of the compass rose always indicates the
signal, and “VOR”, which indicates that the FTA-750L/ direction set as the OBS.
FTA-550 are receiving the VOR signal, appears on the  When the OBS is set to a degree within the “TO”
display. range relative to the VOR signal, the FTA-750L/
FTA-550 displays a degree adding (or subtracting)
NAV VOR NAV VOR 180° to (or from) the VOR signal as the VOR value.
113.600 113.600
 VOL
KLAX-VOR  VOL
KLAX-VOR  The SOG is displayed only when the internal GPS
 33 N 3
OBS
000°
  33 N 3
OBS
000°
 unit is activated and receives a fix in the FTA-750L.
30 6 30 6
 355°   355°  Note:
W E FROM W E FROM
 
 24 12
SOGKT
 24 12
You may change the COM band receive frequency while
21 15 21 15
S 150  S
receiving a VOR signal. If the [ENT] key is pressed
FTA-750L FTA-550 during the tag name of the VOR station is selected, the
recall screen listing the frequencies you have used will
 Compass rose temporarily appear on the display, so that you may se-
 Course indicator (OBS direction)
lect a frequency from the list with the [◄] or [►] key or
 Deviation marks
change the frequency with the DIAL selector knob.
 Course deviation needle
 OBS (omni bearing selector) value
 VOR value
 TO/FROM indicator
 SOG (speed over ground) value according to the
GPS signal

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 Advanced Operation
Reading the CDI  If the OBS is set to 50° but your aircraft is at 236°
 If the OBS is set to 50° and your aircraft is at 230° from a certain VOR station, for example, you are “off
from a certain VOR station, for example, you are “on course” and the course deviation needle of the CDI
course” and the course deviation needle of the CDI will be inside the right half of the compass rose.
will be at the center of the compass rose. 0° N
Magnetic
330° 340° 350°
320° 10° North
0° N 310° 20°

330° 340° 350°

Magnetic 300° 30°
320° 10° North 290° 40°
310° 20°
30° 280° 50°
300°
290° 40° 270° 60°

280° 50° 260° 70°

270° 60° 250° 80°

VOR
260° 70° 240° 90°
Station
100°
250° 80° ° 230°
VOR 236
VOR 220° 110°
240° 90°
Station 210° 120°
230° 100°
0° 200° 130°
S5
OB
190° 140°
30° 220° 110° 180° 17 16 150°
R2 0° 0°
VO 0°
210° 120°

B S5 200° 130°
O 190° 140°
180° 17 16 150°
0° 0°

NAV VOR NAV VOR

NAV VOR NAV VOR 113.600 113.600
KLAX-VOR KLAX-VOR
113.600 113.600 VOL VOL
KLAX-VOR KLAX-VOR 3 6 OBS 3 6 OBS
VOL VOL E 050° E 050°
3 6 OBS 3 6 OBS N N
E 050° E 050° 12 12
33 33
N N
12 12 15
TO 15
TO
33 33 30 056° 30 056°
15
TO 15
TO S S
30 050° 30 050° W
24 21
SOGKT W
24 21
S S 150
W
24 21
SOGKT W
24 21
150
FTA-750L FTA-550
FTA-750L FTA-550

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 Advanced Operation
 The course deviation needle moves to the right if 3. Enter the course to the VOR station with the keypad
your aircraft is off course to the left of the OBS, or or the DIAL knob.
moves to the left if your aircraft is off course to the
NAV VOR NAV VOR
right of the OBS. 113.600 113.600
KLAX-VOR KLAX-VOR
 The deviation marks indicate off-course level by 2 VOL VOL
OBS OBS
degrees up to 10 degrees per each side. If your devia- 15 S
21 175° 15 S
21 175°
tion exceeds 10 degrees, the course deviation needle 12
24
12
24
E TO E TO
will stay at the position of the fifth mark (the end of W
175°
W
175°
6 6
the scale) of the left or right side. 3
30
SOGKT 3
30
N 33 150 N 33

Flying to a VOR station

1. Set the frequency to the desired VOR station. FTA-750L FTA-550

2. Press the [◄ ] or [► ] key to select “OBS” on the 4. Correct your course until the course deviation needle
screen. on the screen is at the center of the compass rose.

NAV VOR NAV VOR NAV VOR NAV VOR

113.600 113.600 113.600 113.600
KLAX-VOR KLAX-VOR KLAX-VOR
KLAX-VOR VOL VOL
VOL VOL
OBS S OBS
OBS OBS 15 S 21 15
33 N 3 33 N 175° 21 175°
000° 3 000° 12 12
30 6 30 6 24 24
355° 355° E TO E TO
W E FROM W E FROM W W
6
30
170° 6 170°
24 12 24 12 30
3 SOGKT 3
21 15 SOGKT 21 15 N 33 150 N 33
S 150 S

FTA-750L FTA-550 FTA-750L FTA-550

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 Advanced Operation
Flying to a desired course 3. Enter the course from the VOR station with the key-
If you know the direction of your destination from a pad or the DIAL knob.
specific VOR station, you may use the CDI to correct 4. Correct your course until the course deviation needle
your course of flying. on the screen is at the center of the compass rose.
1. Set the frequency to the desired VOR station. NAV VOR NAV VOR
113.600 113.600
2. Press the [◄ ] or [► ] key to select “OBS” on the KLAX-VOR KLAX-VOR
VOL VOL
screen. OBS OBS
33 N 33 N
3 355° 3 355°
30 30
NAV VOR NAV VOR 6 350° 6 350°
113.600 113.600 W
E FROM W
E FROM
KLAX-VOR KLAX-VOR 24 24
VOL VOL 12 12
OBS OBS 21 SOGKT 21
33 N 3 33 N S 15 150 S 15
000° 3 000°
30 6 30 6
355° 355°
W E FROM W E FROM FTA-750L FTA-550
24 12 24 12
21 15 SOGKT 21 15
S 150 S

FTA-750L FTA-550

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 Advanced Operation
Reception of ILS Signals  In the FTA-750L when the internal GPS unit is not
When the FTA-750L/FTA-550 receive an ILS (instru- activated or cannot receive a fix even it is activated,
ment landing system) signal, the display will automati- or in the FTA-550, the upside of the compass rose
cally switch to the NAV band screen which shows a always indicates the direction of the runway and no
CDI (course deviation indicator) based on the received sign indicating the bearings is displayed on the com-
signal, and “LOC”, which indicates that the FTA-750L/ pass rose.
FTA-550 are receiving the localizer signal, and “GS”,  In the FTA-750L when the internal GPS unit is ac-
which indicates that the FTA-750L is receiving the tivated and receives a fix, the compass rose rotates
glide slope signal, appear on the display. to display the approaching course up. The course
indicator, deviation marks, and deviation needle also
NAV LOC GS NAV LOC rotate to display the runway direction if registered in
108.500 108.500
KLAX-RWY07R KLAX-RWY07R advance.
 VOL   VOL 
33 N
 30
3
6
   NAV LOC GS NAV LOC
 W E  108.500 108.500
24 12
KLAX-RWY07R KLAX-RWY07R
VOL VOL
 21
S
15 
33 N 3
30 6
FTA-750L FTA-550
W E
 Compass rose 24 12

 Course (runway) indicator 21

S
15

 Deviation marks for localizer

 Course deviation needle for localizer Without GPS With GPS, no GS signal,
runway direction registered
 Height deviation indicator for glide slope
 Deviation marks for glide slope

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 Advanced Operation
Note: Reading the CDI
You may change the COM band receive frequency while  The course deviation needle moves to the right if
receiving an ILS signal. If the [ENT] key is pressed your aircraft is off course to the left of the runway, or
while the tag name of the airport is selected, the recall moves to the left if your aircraft is off course to the
screen listing the frequencies you have used will tempo- right of the runway.
rarily appear on the display, so that you may select a fre-  The height deviation indicator moves up if your
quency from the list with the [◄] or [►] key or change aircraft flies lower than the ideal altitude, or moves
the frequency with the DIAL selector knob. down if your aircraft flies higher than the ideal alti-
Terminology: tude.
 The localizer signal guides the approach to the run- High
(GS)
way in horizontal direction.
 The glide slope signal guides the approach to the
runway in vertical direction. Note that some airports
are unequipped with the glide slope.
Guided by Left Right
localizer
(LOC) (LOC)
Localizer Course of approach

Glide slope On course

Runway Guided by
glide slope
Low
(GS)

CDI Examples Corresponding to Aircraft Location

(Runway is to be at the back of the screen)

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 Advanced Operation
Split Operation 3. Select “COMM SETUP”
The split operation feature allows you to transmit a call on the screen by press-
to a flight service station using the COM band frequen- ing the [◄] or [►] key,
cies, while receiving a station in the NAV band. VOR and then press the [ENT]
stations equipped with this capability typically are key.
shown, on navigation charts, with the voice calling fre-
quency in parenthesis above the navigation frequency.

Programming a transmit frequency 4. S e l e c t “ S P L I T F R E -

1. Press the [MENU] key to display the MENU screen. COMM SETUP
QUENCY” on the screen ANL
2. Select “SETUP” on the by pressing the [◄ ] or WEATHER ALERT
screen by pressing the [►] key, and then press SCAN BAND
[ ◄ ] or [ ► ] key, and PTT SCAN STOP
the [ENT] key. SCAN RESUME
then press the [ ENT ] SCAN STOP TYPE
key. DUAL WATCH FREQ.
SPLIT FREQUENCY

5. Enter the transmit fre-

COMM SETUP
quency with the keypad.
SPLIT FREQUENCY
---.---MHz
FINISH

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 Advanced Operation
6. Select “FINISH” on the 3. Select “SPLIT” on the
COMM SETUP FUNCTION
screen by pressing the screen by pressing the
SPLIT FREQUENCY SCAN MEM OFF
[ ◄ ] or [ ► ] key, and [ ◄ ] or [ ► ] key, and DUAL WATCH OFF
then press the [ ENT ] 122.100MHz then press the [ ENT ] SCAN OFF
key. key. SPLIT OFF
FINISH
The frequency will be LOGGER OFF
determined and the dis-
play will return to the
COMM SETUP menu.
 If “ON” is displayed in the right hand of “SPLIT”,
the FTA-750L/FTA-550 are already in the split
Note:
mode.
Only the COM band frequencies can be set as the trans-
The display will return
mit frequency. BUSY

Activating the split mode

to the previous screen MR
and the “±” icon, which 133.800
Los Angeles
±
MEM

1. Press the [MENU] key to display the MENU screen. indicates that the FTA- VOL
132.400 Las Vega
2. Select “FUNC” on the 750L/FTA-550 are in
screen by pressing the the split mode, will ap-
[ ◄ ] or [ ► ] key, and pear on the display.
then press the [ ENT ]
key.

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 Advanced Operation
Operating in the split mode Reception of Weather Channel Broadcasts
 To transmit a voice call during the NAV band recep- - Weather Channels for USA/ Canada only -
tion, press and hold the PTT switch, and speak into The FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L can receive VHF
the microphone. The COM band screen will be dis- weather channel broadcasts, which may assist your flight
played with the frequency you have set. planning. The FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L include
 To exit the split mode, a special bank capable of storing 10 weather channels,
FUNCTION
select “SPLIT” and press SCAN MEM OFF which simplifies access when you are in an unfamiliar
the [ ENT ] key in the DUAL WATCH OFF location.
FUNCTION menu. SCAN OFF  T o r e c e i v e w e a t h e r
SPLIT ON channels, press the
LOGGER OFF [ M E N U ] k e y, s e l e c t
“WEATHER” on the
screen by pressing the
[ ◄ ] or [ ► ] key, and
then press the [ ENT ]
key.
The last channel you
have tuned will be re- BUSY
ceived. 162.475
WX03
VOL
162.550 WX01
162.400 WX02
162.475 WX03
162.425 WX04
162.450 WX05
162.500 WX06

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 Advanced Operation
 You can also select a BUSY Weather alert reception
weather channel from
the pre-programmed list 162.475
WX03
In the event of extreme weather disturbances, such as
storms and hurricanes, the NOAA (National Oceanic
with the DIAL selector VOL and Atmospheric Administration) sends a weather alert
162.550 WX01
knob. 162.400 WX02 accompanied by a 1050 Hz tone and subsequent weather
To confirm the weather 162.475 WX03 report on one of the NOAA weather channels.
162.425 WX04
channel frequency selec- 162.450 WX05 When the radio receives the weather alert on the oper-
tion, press the [ ENT ] 162.500 WX06 ating frequency, it displays a warning as below on the
key. screen and continues to make alarm sounds until either
 To exit the WX mode, press the [MENU] key, select of the keys is pressed.
the mode other than “WEATHER” on the screen by
pressing the [◄] or [►] key, and then press the [ENT] BUSY
key. 162.475
WX03
VOL
WARNING
Radio received
Weather Alert!
Press any keys

You may enable or disable the alarm function when re-

ceiving the weather alert signal via the COMM SETUP
menu, if desired. See Page 74 for details.

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 Advanced Operation
Dual Watch Operation 3. Select “COMM SETUP”
The dual watch feature automatically checks for activity on the screen by press-
on the P-ch (priority channel) set via the COMM SETUP ing the [◄] or [►] key,
menu while you are operating on another channel. Dur- and then press the [ENT]
ing the dual watch operation, the current channel and the key.
P-ch will be polled alternately for a 200 ms interval.

Setting the P-ch

1. Press the [MENU] key to display the MENU screen. 4. Select “DUAL WATCH
2. Select “SETUP” on the
COMM SETUP
FREQ.” on the screen by EMERGENCY CALL
screen by pressing the pressing the [◄] or [►] ANL
[ ◄ ] or [ ► ] key, and key, and then press the WEATHER ALERT
then press the [ ENT ] [ENT] key. SCAN BAND
PTT SCAN STOP
key. SCAN RESUME
SCAN STOP TYPE
DUAL WATCH FREQ.

5. Enter the frequency you

COMM SETUP
want to poll, with the
DUAL WATCH FREQ.
keypad.
---.---MHz
FINISH

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6. Select “FINISH” on the 3. Select “DUAL WATCH”
COMM SETUP FUNCTION
screen by pressing the on the screen by press-
DUAL WATCH FREQ. SCAN MEM OFF
[ ◄ ] or [ ► ] key, and ing the [◄] or [►] key, DUAL WATCH OFF
then press the [ ENT ] 127.600MHz and then press the [ENT] SCAN OFF
key. key. SPLIT OFF
FINISH
The frequency will be LOGGER OFF
determined and the dis-
play will return to the
COMM SETUP menu.
 If “ON” is displayed in the right hand of “DUAL
Starting the dual watch WATCH”, the FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L
1. Press the [MENU] key to display the MENU screen. are performing the dual watch.
The display will return to the previous screen and
2. Select “FUNC” on the
the “DW” icon, which indicates that the FTA-750L/
screen by pressing the
[ ◄ ] or [ ► ] key, and FTA-550/FTA-450L are performing the dual watch,
will appear on the display.
then press the [ ENT ]
key.  When the radio encounters a signal in the current
channel, it still polls both channels alternately with
longer staying time on the current channel.
 When the radio encounters a signal in the P-ch, the
radio stays on the P-ch until the signal disappears,
and the frequency indication on the display blinks.
After the signal disappears, the dual watch resumes.

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 To stop the dual watch,
FUNCTION Using the stopwatch timer
select “DUAL WATCH” SCAN MEM OFF 1. Press the [MENU] key to display the MENU screen.
and press the [ENT] key DUAL WATCH ON 2. Select “TIMER” on the
in the FUNCTION menu. SCAN OFF screen by pressing the
SPLIT OFF [ ◄ ] or [ ► ] key, and
LOGGER OFF
then press the [ ENT ]
key.

Timer Mode Operation

The FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L are provide a 3. Select “STOPWATCH” BUSY

127.300
“Stopwatch” timer and a “Countdown” timer. These can on the screen by press-
be used for a variety of time-keeping purposes. ing the [◄] or [►] key,
Even while the timer is in operation, you can move to and then press the [ENT] VOL

key. TIMER
the other operation modes to receive, transmit, scan, etc.
STOP COUNT
WATCH DOWN

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4. To start the counting, BUSY
6. To clear the count, select BUSY
select “START” on the
screen by pressing the 127.300 “RESET” on the screen
by pressing the [◄ ] or 127.300
[ ◄ ] or [ ► ] key, and VOL [►] key, and then press VOL

then press the [ ENT ] TIMER the [ENT] key. TIMER

STOPWATCH STOPWATCH
key.
The displayed time will 00:00:00 00:01:53
increase and “START” START RESET START RESET
changes to “STOP”.
The “ ” icon appears BUSY If “RESET” is selected while counting, the timer will
on the top right of the
display while counting.
127.300
continue to count from “00:00:00”.
If “RESET” is selected while stopping, the displayed
VOL
TIMER time will be changed to “00:00:00” and the timer
STOPWATCH will keep stopping.
00:00:03 Note:
STOP RESET You may change the receive frequency while counting.
Select the tag name field with the [◄] or [►] key, then
5. To stop the counting, BUSY press the [ENT] key to display the recall screen list-
select “STOP” and press
the [ENT] key. 127.300 ing the frequencies you have used temporarily on the
display, so that you may select a frequency from the list
To resume the counting, VOL
TIMER with the [◄] or [►] key or change the frequency with
select “START” changed
STOPWATCH the DIAL selector knob.
from “STOP” and press
the [ENT] key again. 00:01:53
START RESET

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Using the countdown timer 5. To start the counting, BUSY
1. Press the [MENU] key to display the MENU screen.
2. Select “TIMER” on the screen by pressing the [◄] or
select “START” on the
screen by pressing the 127.300
[►] key, and then press the [ENT] key. [ ◄ ] or [ ► ] key, and VOL

then press the [ ENT ] TIMER

3. Select “COUNTDOWN” BUSY COUNTDOWN
on the screen by press-
ing the [◄] or [►] key, 127.300
key.
The displayed time will 00:04:00
decrease and “START” START RESET
and then press the [ENT] VOL
key. TIMER changes to “STOP”.
The “ ” icon appears BUSY
STOP
WATCH
COUNT
DOWN on the top right of the
display while counting.
127.300
VOL
TIMER
4. Input the time with the BUSY COUNTDOWN
keypad or the DIAL
selector knob, and then 127.300 00:03:55
STOP RESET
press the [ENT] key. VOL

Press the [ ◄ ] or [ ► ] TIMER

6. To stop the counting,
COUNTDOWN BUSY
key to move the cursor
to hour, minute, or sec- 00:00:00
START RESET
select “STOP” and press
the [ENT] key. 127.300
ond. To resume the counting, VOL

Press the [BACK ] key select “START” changed TIMER

COUNTDOWN
to cancel the input time. from “STOP” and press
the [ENT] key again. 00:03:42
START RESET

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7. To clear the count, select BUSY
 W h e n t h e c o u n t - BUSY
“RESET” on the screen
by pressing the [◄ ] or 127.300 down timer reaches
“00:00:00”, the beeps 127.300
[►] key, and then press VOL will continuously sound VOL

the [ENT] key. TIMER and “Timer Alarm!” TIMER

COUNTDOWN
The displayed time
will be changed to 00:01:53 will be displayed on the
screen. Press any key to
Timer Alarm!

“00:00:00” and the START RESET stop the beeps. Press any keys
timer will stop.
 You can set the timer to alarm without beeps. Select
Note: “OFF” on the item “TIMER ALARM” of the CONFIG-
You may change the receive frequency while counting. URATION menu in the SETUP mode.
Select the tag name field with the [◄] or [►] key, then
press the [ENT] key to display the recall screen list- CONFIGURATION CONFIGURATION
ing the frequencies you have used temporarily on the DIMMER TIMER ALARM
LAMP ON
display, so that you may select a frequency from the list CONTRAST
with the [◄] or [►] key or change the frequency with KEY BEEP OFF
the DIAL selector knob. TIMER ALARM
BATTERY SAVE
LOCK SELECT
PTT LOCK

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TOT Feature Saving the Battery during Reception
The TOT (time-out timer) shuts off the transceiver after One of the important features of the FTA-750L/FTA-
continuous transmission exceeds the programmed time. 550/FTA-450L are its battery saver, which “puts the
This feature prevents unintended transmission by mis- radio to sleep” for a time interval, periodically “waking
take and reduces battery consumption. it up” to check for activity. If somebody is talking on
the channel, the FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L will
To select the TOT, select either of “1min”, “2min”,
remain in the “awake” mode, then resume its “sleep”
“3min”, “4min”, “5min” on the item “TX TOT” of the
cycles. This feature significantly reduces quiescent bat-
COMM SETUP menu in the SETUP mode.
tery drain.
To activate the battery saver, select one of the following
COMM SETUP COMM SETUP
interval time ratios on the item “BATTERY SAVE” of the
FREQUENCY STEP TX TOT
TX TOT CONFIGURATION menu in the SETUP mode.
1min
AF PITCH CONT.
MIC SELECT 2min 50% ... Sleeps for 100 ms after 100 ms awake
SIDE TONE 3min 70% ... Sleeps for 250 ms after 100 ms awake
VOX 80% ... Sleeps for 450 ms after 100 ms awake
VOX LEVEL 4min
VOX DELAY 5min 90% ... Sleeps for 900 ms after 100 ms awake

CONFIGURATION CONFIGURATION
DIMMER BATTERY SAVE
LAMP OFF
CONTRAST
KEY BEEP 50%
TIMER ALARM 70%
BATTERY SAVE 80%
LOCK SELECT
PTT LOCK 90%

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Using the Headset Microphone VOX Operation
If you want to use the microphone of an aviation headset If you want to have both hands free, use a headset and
prepared by yourself, change the assignment of micro- activate the VOX (voice-actuated transmit/receive
phone controlled with the PTT switch. switching) system.
Notes:
To assign the headset microphone, select “EXT MIC” on
 The VOX system does not function when using just
the item “MIC SELECT” of the COMM SETUP menu in
the internal microphone; an external headset must be
the SETUP mode.
used.
 Do not activate the VOX system when connecting
COMM SETUP COMM SETUP the optional microphone SSM-10A.
FREQUENCY STEP MIC SELECT
TX TOT INT MIC  To activate the VOX system, select “ON” on the
AF PITCH CONT. item “VOX” of the COMM SETUP menu in the SET-
MIC SELECT EXT MIC
SIDE TONE UP mode.
VOX
VOX LEVEL COMM SETUP COMM SETUP
VOX DELAY FREQUENCY STEP VOX
TX TOT OFF
AF PITCH CONT.
MIC SELECT ON
When an optional aviation headset is connected, the
SIDE TONE
PTT switch on the radio will activate the headset micro- VOX
phone for transmission. VOX LEVEL
VOX DELAY
Note:
If you find it difficult to use the PTT switch of the ra-
The “V” icon, which indicates that the VOX system
dio, we recommend to use an aftermarket external PTT
is active, will appear at the right side of the channel
switch. See also Page 89 for details. frequency when the display returns to the COM band
screen.
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 Advanced Operation
 To adjust the VOX gain,
COMM SETUP Side Tone Control
select one of the follow- When utilizing an external headset, you may monitor
VOX LEVEL
ing gain levels on the MIN your own voice talking to the microphone through the
item “VOX LEVEL” of headphone.
LEVEL1
the COMM SETUP menu
LEVEL2 Note:
in the SETUP mode.
LEVEL3 Do not activate the side tone function when connecting
MIN / LEVEL1 / LEV-
MAX the optional microphone SSM-10A.
EL2 / LEVEL3 / MAX
 To activate the monitoring of your voice (side tone),
 To set the VOX delay,
COMM SETUP select one of the following side tone level on the
select one of the follow-
VOX DELAY item “SIDE TONE” of the COMM SETUP menu in the
ing times on the item 0.5sec SETUP mode.
“VOX DELAY” of the
1.0sec MIN/LEVEL1/LEVEL2/MAX
COMM SETUP menu in
1.5sec
the SETUP mode.
2.0sec COMM SETUP COMM SETUP
0.5sec / 1.0sec / FREQUENCY STEP
3.0sec SIDE TONE
1.5sec / 2.0sec / TX TOT OFF
3.0sec AF PITCH CONT.
MIC SELECT MIN
SIDE TONE LEVEL1
VOX LEVEL2
VOX LEVEL
VOX DELAY MAX

 To change the side tone level temporarily during

the monitoring, rotate the DIAL selector knob when
pressing and holding the PTT switch.

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Lock Function 5. Select one of the follow-
CONFIGURATION
This function prevents accidental changes to the fre- ing lock configuration
LOCK SELECT
quency setting and the keypad controls. by pressing the [◄ ] or KEY LOCK
[►] key, and then press
DIAL LOCK
Setting the lockout configuration the [ENT] key.
ALL LOCK
You may choose the controls to be locked. KEY LOCK /
DIAL LOCK /
1. Press the [MENU] key to display the MENU screen.
ALL LOCK
2. Select “SETUP” on the screen by pressing the [◄] or
[►] key, and then press the [ENT] key. The setting will be determined and the display will
3. Select “CONFIGURATION” on the screen by pressing return to the CONFIGURATION menu.
the [◄] or [►] key, and then press the [ENT] key.
4. Select “LOCK SELECT”
CONFIGURATION
on the screen by press- DIMMER
ing the [◄] or [►] key, LAMP
and then press the [ENT] CONTRAST
KEY BEEP
key. TIMER ALARM
BATTERY SAVE
LOCK SELECT
PTT LOCK

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Activating the lock feature  While the FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L are
locked, the controls with the DIAL selector knob
 Press and hold the [   ]
and/or the keys except the PTT switch, the POWER
key.
switch, and the [121.5] key are disabled.
According to the setting
If the DIAL selector knob is rotated or any of the
of the lockout configu-
keys is pressed, either of “DIAL LOCK”, “KEY LOCK”,
ration, either of “KEY
or “ALL LOCK” will appear on the screen for 2 sec-
LOCK”, “DIAL LOCK”,
onds and then the display will return to the previous
or “ALL LOCK” will ap-
screen.
pear on the screen for
2 seconds and then the  To turn the lock feature
display will return to the off, press and hold the
previous screen. [   ] key again.
“ U N L O C K ” w i l l a p -
pear on the screen for
2 seconds and then the
display will return to the
previous screen.

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PTT Lock Function Changing the Channel Steps
This function prevents accidental transmissions by lock- The synthesizer of the FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-
ing or disabling the PTT switch. 450L provides the option of utilizing channel steps of
8.33/25 kHz per step.
Turning lock/unlock the PTT lock function The FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L are set up with
You may selects enable or disable the PTT lock func-
default channel steps of 25 kHz (NAV and COM bands).
tion.
If you need to change the channel step increments, se-
1. Press the [MENU] key to display the MENU screen. lect “8.33kHz” on the item “FREQUENCY STEP” of the
2. Select “SETUP” on the screen by pressing the [◄] or COMM SETUP menu in the SETUP mode.
[►] key, and then press the [ENT] key.
3. Select “CONFIGURATION” on the screen by pressing COMM SETUP COMM SETUP
the [◄] or [►] key, and then press the [ENT] key. FREQUENCY STEP FREQUENCY STEP
4. Select “PTT LOCK” on the screen by pressing the [◄] TX TOT 25kHz
AF PITCH CONT.
or [►] key, and then press the [ENT] key. MIC SELECT 8.33kHz
5. Select "UNLOCK" or "LOCK" by pressing the [◄] or SIDE TONE
[►] key, and then press the [ENT] key. VOX
VOX LEVEL
VOX DELAY
CONFIGURATION CONFIGURATION
DIMMER PTT LOCK
LAMP UNLOCK
CONTRAST
KEY BEEP LOCK
TIMER ALARM
BATTERY SAVE
LOCK SELECT
PTT LOCK

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Notes: ANL Feature
 The 8.33 kHz steps are available in the COM Band For reduction of impulse noise, such as that produced by
only. an engine’s ignition system, the ANL (automatic noise
 When you set the channel step to 8.33 kHz, the chan- limiter) feature may prove helpful.
nel display differs from actual operating frequency;
see the chart below. However, the operator (pilot, To activate the ANL, select “ON” on the item “ANL” of
tower, control, etc.) will call out the frequency ac- the COMM SETUP menu in the SETUP mode.
cording to what the display indicates.
Operating Display COMM SETUP COMM SETUP
Frequency 8.33 kHz Step 25 kHz Step EMERGENCY CALL ANL
1**.0000 MHz 1**.005 1**.000 ANL OFF
1**.0083 MHz 1**.010 WEATHER ALERT
1**.0166 MHz 1**.015 SCAN BAND ON
1**.0250 MHz 1**.030 1**.025 PTT SCAN STOP
1**.0333 MHz 1**.035 SCAN RESUME
1**.0416 MHz 1**.040 SCAN STOP TYPE
1**.0500 MHz 1**.055 1**.050
DUAL WATCH FREQ.
1**.0583 MHz 1**.060
1**.0666 MHz 1**.065
1**.0750 MHz 1**.080 1**.075
1**.0833 MHz 1**.085
1**.0916 MHz 1**.090

 The adjacent channel selectivity will be slightly de-

graded while receiving using 8.33 kHz channel steps.

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 Memory Operation
The FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L provide 200 user- 3. Select a group that the
MEMORY BOOK
programmable memories which can hold sets of infor- desired channel belongs GROUP
mation about channels such as its channel frequency, to, by pressing the [◄] ALL
position information, channel tag (name) up to 15 char- or [►] key followed by FLAG
acters, and flag (marking for search refinement). the [ENT] key. GP1:GROUP1
The stored channels can be assigned to ALL, FLAG or GP2:GROUP2
GP1-GP8, which can be named with up to 10 characters. GP3:GROUP3
The FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L’s memory system
 The memory channels belong to either of the fol-
allows you to store, label, and recall channel frequencies
lowing groups.
you may use frequently.
ALL ...Group including all the memory channels
Recalling the Memories FLAG ...Group of memory channels you have set
1. Press the [MENU] key to display the MENU screen. the item “Flag” when storing
2. Select “MEMORY” on GP1 to GP8...Groups of memory channels that
the screen by pressing you can set “GP1” to “GP8” when
the [◄] or [►] key, and storing.
then press the [ ENT ]
key.

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The frequency and tag  I f y o u h a v e n o t y e t
BUSY MEMORY BOOK
name of the channel
listed first, “MR” which
MR
ALL 133.800
Los Angeles
stored any memory
channel, a dialog box
indicates that the FTA- VOL titled “No Address ”
133.800 Los Ange No Address
750L/FTA-550/FTA- 121.650 KLAX-TWR will appear, which asks
450L are in the MR 121.750 KLAX-DEP whether you want to Do you make a
G 120.950 Kansas memory book?
(memory recall) mode, 124.300 Las Vega make an entry. Select
125.200 KLAS-APP YES NO
and the group name G
“YES” and press the
selected in step 3 will [ENT] key to add mem-
appear on the upper field ory channel entries.
of the display. See Page 54 for the detailed procedure of storing
channel information.
 If the channel has the setting of flag or groups, the “ ”
icon or “ G ” group icon will appear at the left side of  To exit the MR mode, press the [COMM] key.
its tag name.
 The list of memory channels will also appear below
the VOL meter on the display. You may move to the
list by pressing the [ENT] key, then select and tune
to one of the channels in the list by pressing the [◄]
or [►] key followed by the [ENT] key.

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Instant Storage  If you want to custom-
MEMORY BOOK
ize the information to be Name:
 Select a desired frequen-
stored, press and hold 001FRQ_________
cy in the COMM mode,
the [ SAVE ] key. The Freq.:127.600MHz
then press the [SAVE ] Group:ALL
MEMORY BOOK form LAT --˚--.----
key.
appears on the display, LON ---˚--.----
The frequency will be
with the channel name
stored and a tag name Press [SAVE] key
(tag), frequency, flag,
automatically assigned
and position information
will appear on the dis- BUSY (if exists) already filled.
play.
127.600
001FRQ
Press the [◄] or [►] key to select the item, then
VOL press the [ENT] key.
132.400 Las Vega Input letters and/or numerics with the keypad or the
120.950
133.800 DIAL selector knob, or select a setting with the [◄]
or [►] key, then press the [ENT] key. After all the
inputs or changes have been done, select “PRESS
[SAVE] KEY” at the bottom of the display with the [◄]
or [►] key, then press the [ENT] key to store them
into the memory.

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 Press the [BACK ] key 3. S e l e c t “ M E M O R Y
to cancel the changes or BOOK” on the screen by
inputs. pressing the [◄] or [►]
key, and then press the
[ENT] key.

Note:
You cannot store weather channels to the memory by 4. Select “ADD” by press-
pressing the [SAVE] key during the WX mode. MEMORY BOOK
ing the [◄] or [►] key, ADD
Maintenance of the Memory and then press the [ENT] EDIT
Adding new addresses, editing the stored information, key. DELETE
GROUP NAME
and deleting the stored addresses are allowed through
the SETUP mode.

Adding entries
1. Press the [MENU] key to display the MENU screen.
5. Select the item, input
2. Select “SETUP” on the screen by pressing the [◄] or MEMORY BOOK
letters and/or numer- Name:
[►] key, and then press the [ENT] key.
ics, select a setting, and 001MEMORY_______
store the changes in the Freq.:---.---MHz
Group:ALL
same way as the instant LAT --˚--.----
storage described previ- LON ---˚--.----
ously.

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 Memory Operation
Notes: 5. Press the [ ◄ ] or [ ► ]
MEMORY BOOK
 You cannot skip the input of “Name” (channel tag). key to select the group EDIT
 You must input either of “Freq.” (channel frequency) including the entry you ALL
or “LAT” and “LON” (position information of the want to edit, then press FLAG
channel). the [ENT] key. GP1:GROUP1
GP2:GROUP2
Editing the information GP3:GROUP3
1. Press the [MENU] key to display the MENU screen. GP4:GROUP4
2. Select “SETUP” on the screen by pressing the [◄] or
[►] key, and then press the [ENT] key. 6. Press the [ ◄ ] or [ ► ]
MEMORY BOOK
key to select the entry EDIT
3. Select “MEMORY BOOK” on the screen by pressing
you want to edit, then ALL
the [◄] or [►] key, and then press the [ENT] key.
press the [ENT] key. CHICAGO
4. Select “EDIT” by press- DALLAS
MEMORY BOOK DAYTON
ing the [◄] or [►] key, ADD
G

DETROIT
and then press the [ENT] EDIT EL TORO
key. DELETE FLORIDA
GROUP NAME GUATEMALA

7. Select the item, input letters and/or numerics, select

a setting, and then store the changes in the same way
as the instant storage described previously.

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 Memory Operation
Deleting the memory 6. Press the [ ◄ ] or [ ► ]
MEMORY BOOK
1. Press the [MENU] key to display the MENU screen. key to select the entry DELETE
2. Select “SETUP” on the screen by pressing the [◄] or you want to delete, and ALL
then press the [ ENT ] CHICAGO
[►] key, and then press the [ENT] key. DALLAS
key. DAYTON
3. Select “MEMORY BOOK” on the screen by pressing G

DETROIT
the [◄] or [►] key, and then press the [ENT] key. EL TORO
4. S e l e c t “ D E L E T E ” b y FLORIDA
MEMORY BOOK GUATEMALA
pressing the [◄] or [►] ADD
key, and then press the EDIT 7. S e l e c t “ O K ? ” o n t h e
MEMORY BOOK
[ENT] key. DELETE screen by pressing the
GROUP NAME DELETE
[ ◄ ] or [ ► ] key, and
DAYTON
then press the [ ENT ] OK? CANCEL
key.

5. Press the [ ◄ ] or [ ► ]
MEMORY BOOK
key to select the group DELETE
including the entry you ALL The display will return
MEMORY BOOK
want to delete, then FLAG to the previous screen DELETE
press the [ENT] key. GP1:GROUP1 after the deletion of the ALL
GP2:GROUP2 entry from the memory. CHICAGO
GP3:GROUP3 DALLAS
DETROIT
GP4:GROUP4 EL TORO
FLORIDA
GUATEMALA
HONOLULU

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 Memory Operation
Setting the group name 6. Use the keypad or dial
MEMORY BOOK
1. Press the [MENU] key to display the MENU screen. to edit the letters and/or
GROUP NAME
2. Select “SETUP” on the screen by pressing the [◄] or numerics of the group
[►] key, and then press the [ENT] key. name, then press the GROUP1_________
[ENT] key.
3. Select “MEMORY BOOK” on the screen by pressing FINISH
The cursor will move
the [◄] or [►] key, and then press the [ENT] key.
to the next digit of the
4. Select “GROUP NAME” group name.
MEMORY BOOK
by pressing the [◄ ] or ADD
[►] key, and then press EDIT 7. S e l e c t “ F I N I S H ” b y
MEMORY BOOK
the [ENT] key. DELETE pressing the [◄] or [►]
GROUP NAME GROUP NAME
key, and then press the
[ENT] key. YAESU-GP1______
FINISH

5. Press the [ ◄ ] or [ ► ]
MEMORY BOOK
key to select the group GROUP NAME
including the entry you GP1:GROUP1 MEMORY BOOK
want to change, and then GP2:GROUP2 GROUP NAME
press the [ENT] key. GP3:GROUP3 GP1:YAESU-GP1
GP4:GROUP4 GP2:GROUP2
GP5:GROUP5 GP3:GROUP3
GP4:GROUP4
GP5:GROUP5

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 Scanning Operation
The FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L allow you to scan  The scanner searches signals from the lower fre-
active channels automatically in the COMM (COM & quency to higher.
NAV band), MR, and WX modes. It pauses on signals  When the scanner encounters a signal, the scanning
encountered, so you can talk to the station(s) on that fre- pauses and the radio remains on that channel until
quency if you like. the signal disappears, and the frequency indication
on the display blinks.
Scanning Channels
 After the signal disappears, the scanning resumes.
1. Set the radio to the COMM mode.
 To stop the scanning,
2. Press the [MENU] key to display the MENU screen. FUNCTION
press the PTT switch, or SCAN MEM OFF
3. Select “FUNC” on the screen by pressing the [◄] or
select “SCAN” again in DUAL WATCH OFF
[►] key, and then press the [ENT] key.
the FUNCTION menu. SCAN ON
4. Select “SCAN” on the SPLIT OFF
FUNCTION
screen by pressing the SCAN MEM OFF LOGGER OFF
[ ◄ ] or [ ► ] key, and DUAL WATCH OFF
then press the [ ENT ] SCAN OFF
key. SPLIT OFF
LOGGER OFF Next time the scanning is activated, the search will
start from the frequency at which the scanning was
stopped last time.

The scanning starts and the display returns to the

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 Scanning Operation
Note: Selecting Scanning Band
When you enable the alarm function at reception of the (FTA-750L/FTA-550 only)
weather alert signal via the COMM SETUP menu in the
SETUP mode, the last weather channel will be watched “ALL BAND” scans both the COM and NAV bands
as the every second frequency during a scan. between 108.000MHz and 136.975MHz. “COM
BAND” scans the COM band between 118.000MHz and
Example: when the last weather channel is 136.975MHz. “NAV BAND” scans the NAV band be-
162.4 MHz, the radio scans in the following order. tween 108.000MHz and 117.975MHz.
108.000 → 162.400 → 108.025 → 162.400 →
1. Press the [MENU] key to display the MENU screen.
108.050 → 162.400 ...
2. Select “SETUP” on the screen by pressing the [◄] or
The frequency of the last BUSY [►] key, and then press the [ENT] key.
weather channel, however,
will not be displayed until 132.400
ALL SCANNING
3. Select “COMM SETUP” on the screen by pressing
the [◄] or [►] key, and then press the [ENT] key.
the scanner encounters the VOL
120.950 4. Select “SCAN BAND”
weather alert signal. 133.800 COMM SETUP
on the screen by press- EMERGENCY CALL
ing the [◄] or [►] key, ANL
and then press the [ENT] WEATHER ALERT
SCAN BAND
key. PTT SCAN STOP
SCAN RESUME
SCAN STOP TYPE
DUAL WATCH FREQ.

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 Scanning Operation
5. Select the desired scan 4. Select “SCAN MEM” on
COMM SETUP FUNCTION
operation by pressing the screen by pressing SCAN MEM OFF
SCAN BAND
the [◄] or [►] key, and ALL BAND the [◄] or [►] key, and DUAL WATCH OFF
then press the [ ENT ] COMM BAND then press the [ ENT ] SCAN OFF
key. key. SPLIT OFF
NAVI BAND
ALL BAND / LOGGER OFF
COM BAND /
NAV BAND
The setting will be determined and the display will The current channel is BUSY
return to the COMM SETUP menu.
Scanning the Specified Channels
marked to be scanned MR
and the “ MEM ” icon, 133.800
Los Angeles
MEM

Among the memory and weather channels, you may which indicates that the VOL
132.400 Las Vega
scan only those on which you want to see if a signal ex- channel is the target of
ists. scanning, will appear
at the right side of the
Marking the channels channel frequency when
1. Set the radio to the MR or WX mode and tune to the the display returns to
channel that you want to be scanned. the MR or WX mode
2. Press the [MENU] key to display the MENU screen. screen.
3. Select “FUNC” on the screen by pressing the [◄] or 5. Repeat steps 1 to 4 above to mark other channels as
[►] key, and then press the [ENT] key. well.

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 Scanning Operation
Scanning the marked channels The frequency of the last
BUSY
 Set the radio to the MR or WX mode, then perform
steps 2 to 4 of the section “Scanning Channels” in
weather channel, however,
will not be displayed until
MR
132.400
FLG
SCANNING
MEM

the page 59. the scanner encounters the VOL

132.400 Las Vega
The scanning starts and the display returns to the weather alert signal. 130.800 Los Alam
MR or WX mode screen. 127.600 MIAMI
129.200 Mojave
 The FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L operate in 124.250 North
the same way as that when scanning all channels 125.550 WW1FRQ
described in the page 59, except that it searches a
signal on the marked frequencies only.
Note:
When you enable the alarm function at reception of the
weather alert signal via the COMM SETUP menu in the
SETUP mode, the last weather channel will be watched
as the every second channel during a scan.
Example: when the last weather channel is WX03, the
radio scans in the following order.
MEM001 → WX03 → MEM002 → WX03 →
MEM003 → WX03 ...

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 GPS Function (FTA-750L Only)
The FTA-750L has an internal GPS reception unit to 4. Select “GPS ON/OFF”
GPS SETUP
receive and display the position information at all times. on the screen by press- GPS ON/OFF
The position information of your own as well as re- ing the [◄] or [►] key, POWER SAVE
cieved stations can be memorized and utilized later for and then press the [ENT] RECALL GPS + F
LOCATION FORMAT
navigation. key. UTC/LOCAL
TIME OFFSET
Activating the GPS Unit TIME FORMAT
1. Press the [MENU] key to display the MENU screen. UNIT OF MEASURE
2. Select “SETUP” on the screen by pressing the [◄] or
[►] key, and then press the [ENT] key. 5. S e l e c t “ O N ” o n t h e
GPS SETUP
screen by pressing the
3. Select “GPS SETUP” on GPS ON/OFF
[ ◄ ] or [ ► ] key, and
the screen by pressing OFF
then press the [ ENT ]
the [◄] or [►] key, and ON
key.
then press the [ ENT ]
The GPS unit is set to
key.
ON and the display will
return to the GPS SETUP
menu.
The “ ” icon will appear on the top of the display
when returning to the screen of the COMM, MR, or
other operation mode.

Notes:
 The GPS unit is set to ON by default.
 To reduce the power consumption, you are recom-
mended to turn the GPS unit OFF if unnecessary.

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 GPS Function (FTA-750 Only)
Displaying the Position Information 3. Select “GPS INFO” on
GPS
You can choose the way to display the position informa- the screen by pressing
MARK POSITION
tion from three types; numerical, compass, and numeri- the [◄] or [►] key, and
then press the [ ENT ] GPS INFO
cal with GPS status.
key. COMPASS
Notes:
GPS STATUS
 You may change the unit of displayed measurements
via the SETUP mode.
 You may set the time area and offset via the SETUP
mode. The latitude and lon- BUSY

133.800
 The position information will be displayed with gitude of your current
MR
the screen type you have selected last time before position, COG (course FLG MEM

switching the operation mode or turning off the ra- over ground), SOG KLAX-ATIS
VOL
dio. (speed over ground), LAT/LON
23°56.890N
altitude, and the date 123°56.890W
Numerical display will be displayed below COG SOGKT ALTM
095° 095 0956.8
1. Press the [MENU] key to display the MENU screen. the VOL meter on the DATE Oct/25 09:56AM
2. S e l e c t “ G P S ” o n t h e screen.
screen by pressing the
[ ◄ ] or [ ► ] key, and Note:
then press the [ ENT ] The power save operation of the GPS unit is disabled
key. while displaying the position information.

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 GPS Function (FTA-750 Only)
Compass display Numerical display with GPS status
1. Press the [MENU] key to display the MENU screen. 1. Press the [MENU] key to display the MENU screen.
2. Select “GPS” on the screen by pressing the [◄] or 2. Select “GPS” on the screen by pressing the [◄] or
[►] key, and then press the [ENT] key. [►] key, and then press the [ENT] key.
3. Select “COMPASS” on 3. Select “GPS STATUS”
GPS GPS
the screen by pressing on the screen by press-
MARK POSITION MARK POSITION
the [◄] or [►] key, and ing the [◄] or [►] key,
then press the [ ENT ] GPS INFO and then press the [ENT] GPS INFO
key. COMPASS key. COMPASS
GPS STATUS GPS STATUS

The compass with BUSY

The latitude and lon- BUSY
your traveling course MR
FLG 133.800 MEM gitude of your current MR
FLG 133.800
KLAX-ATIS KLAX-ATIS
up, COG (course over VOL position, a radar scope VOL
COG T STATUS LAT/LON
ground), SOG (speed 000° showing the position of SEARCH 23°56.890N
over ground), altitude, SOGkph captured GPS satellites, 123°56.890W
360
and the date will be dis- ALTft bars indicating the sig-
10000
played below the VOL Oct/25
nal strength of captured
meter on the screen. 09:56AM GPS satellites, and the DATE Oct/25 09:56AM
date will be displayed
Note: below the VOL meter on
The power save operation of the GPS unit is disabled the screen.
while displaying the position information.

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 GPS Function (FTA-750 Only)
Memorizing the Position Information  If you need no change to the items on the form, press
You can save your position information at a certain point the [SAVE] key. The position information will be
of time in the memory book of the radio. stored into the memory and the display returns to the
screen displayed before entering the menu mode.
1. Press the [MENU] key to display the MENU screen.
 If you want to change or input either of the items in
2. Select “GPS” on the screen by pressing the [◄] or the form, press the [◄] or [►] key to select the item,
[►] key, and then press the [ENT] key.
then press the [ENT] key.
3. Select “ M A R K P O S I - Input letters and/or numerics with the keypad or the
GPS
TION” on the screen by DIAL selector knob, then press the [ENT] key. Press
MARK POSITION
pressing the [◄] or [►] the [SAVE] key after all the inputs or changes have
key, and then press the GPS INFO
been done to store them into the memory.
[ENT] key. COMPASS  Press the [BACK] key to cancel the changes or in-
GPS STATUS puts.

The MARK POSITION

GPS
form appears on the dis- MARK POSITION
play, with the name (tag), Name:
frequency, group tag, 001MARK________
Freq.:133.800MHz
and current position in- Group:ALL
formation already filled. LAT 33˚56.325N
LON 118˚24.225W
Press [SAVE] key

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 GPS Function (FTA-750 Only)
Recording the Position Information Notes:
 The power save operation of the GPS unit is disabled
The FTA-750L includes a logger for position informa-
while the logger is activated.
tion that allows you to record your location at a regular
 To utilize the records, connect the FTA-750L to a
interval.
PC and take the log data from the radio by using the
1. Press the [MENU] key to display the MENU screen. PC Programming Software YCE01 (the YCE01
2. Select “FUNC” on the screen by pressing the [◄] or may be downloaded through the YAESU website).
[►] key, and then press the [ENT] key.
Logger operation alert
3. Select “LOGGER ” o n
FUNCTION  When the memory for log data becomes full, three
the screen by pressing SCAN MEM OFF beeps will sound and a warning message will be dis-
the [◄] or [►] key, and DUAL WATCH OFF played.
then press the [ ENT ] SCAN OFF Afterwards the logger does not operate until the log
key. SPLIT OFF
data in the memory are erased.
LOGGER OFF
 When the logger cannot record for some reasons,
three beeps will sound and a warning message will
be displayed.
The recording starts and the display returns to the Afterwards the logger does not operate anymore.
previous screen with the “ ” icon on the top of the  An error message will be displayed when the radio
display. cannot erase the log data in the memory during the
operation following the alert of memory full (see
 You may change the interval time of recording via above) or in the SETUP mode (see Page 85).
the SETUP mode.

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 Waypoint Navigation (FTA-750L Only)
The navigation feature of the FTA-750L is presented The compass screen including the destination you
in a compass that helps you to figure out the destination have selected last time will be displayed if you did
and your traveling direction at a glance. not reach there before switching the operation mode
or turning off the radio.
The destination can be selected from the memory chan-
nels and the list of points you have selected previously,
BUSY
or can be directly specified. MR
ALL 133.800
KLAX-ATIS
Notes:  VOL
 Be sure that the internal GPS unit has been activated
before using the navigation.
 KLAX 
DSTkm
 The navigation does not work when insufficient 10 
number of GPS satellites are captured to obtain your  COG T
position.
000° 
SOGkph
Entering the Navigation (NAVI) Mode
360 
 Select “NAVI” on the  Compass rose
MENU screen by press-  Course indicator
ing the [◄] or [►] key,  Destination indicator
and then press the [ENT]  Tag name of the destination
key.  DST (distance)
 COG (course over ground)
 SOG (speed over ground)
 The compass rose rotates to display the travelling
course up.

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 Waypoint Navigation (FTA-750 Only)
Setting the Destination 3. Select a station from the
NAVI
When the radio enters the NAVI mode for the first time, station list of the group MEMORY
or if you have reached the destination during the NAVI by pressing the [◄ ] or ALL
mode last time, the NAVI menu will be displayed after [►] key, and then press Los Angeles
McCarran
selecting “NAVI” on the MENU screen. the [ENT] key. G Lakeland
KLGB
KLAK
Selecting from the memory KSAN-VOR
MIAMI
1. Select “MEMORY” on
NAVI
the NAVI menu by press- The information of the
HISTORY NAVI
ing the [◄] or [►] key, selected station will ap-
MEMORY Name:
and then press the [ENT] pear with the reversed KLAK
key. MANUAL “GOTO” displayed at the Freq.:127.600MHz
bottom. Group:ALL
LAT 33˚56.325N
LON 118˚24.225W

2. Select a group that the

GOTO
NAVI
desired station is as- MEMORY 4. Press the [ENT] key.
signed by pressing the ALL The compass screen will be displayed.
[ ◄ ] or [ ► ] key, and FLAG
then press the [ ENT ] GP1:GROUP1 Selecting from the history
key. GP2:GROUP2
 Select “History” on the NAVI menu, and then select
GP3:GROUP3
GP4:GROUP4 and set the desired station in the same way as steps 3
and 4 above.

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 Waypoint Navigation (FTA-750 Only)
Specifying the position directly 3. Input numerics and let-
NAVI
1. Select “MANUAL” on ters with the keypad or
NAVI POSITION
the NAVI menu by press- the DIAL selector knob,
HISTORY LAT --˚--.----
ing the [◄] or [►] key, then press the [ ENT ] LON ---˚--.----
and then press the [ENT] MEMORY key. FINISH
key. MANUAL The cursor will move to
the next digit of the po-
sition information.
4. Repeat step 3 to input all digits of the position infor-
2. Select the “LAT” and mation.
NAVI If you want to correct a mistake, press the [◄] or
“LON” field by pressing Name:
the [◄] or [►] key, and 001WPT_________ [►] key to move the cursor to the digit you want to
then press the [ ENT ] Freq.:---.---MHz change, then perform step 3 again.
Group:ALL 5. S e l e c t “ F I N I S H ” b y
key. LAT --˚--.---- NAVI
LON ---˚--.---- pressing the [◄] or [►] Name:
GOTO key, and then press the 001WPT_________
SAVE AND GOTO [ENT] key. Freq.:---.---MHz
Group:ALL
The input information LAT 33˚56.325N
w i l l a p p e a r w i t h t h e LON 118˚24.225W
reversed “GOTO” dis- GOTO
played at the bottom. SAVE AND GOTO
6. Press the [ENT] key.
The compass screen will be displayed.

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 Waypoint Navigation (FTA-750 Only)
 You may store the input information to the memory of
the radio by selecting “SAVE AND GOTO” before step
6 above.
 You may give a custom tag name to the input infor-
mation and assign it to a desired group before step 6,
in the same way as steps 2 to 5.
Note:
When “RECALL GPS + F” is set set to “ON” in “GPS
SETUP,” entering the frequency together with the loca-
tion information, the entering the frequency together
with the location information, the frequency will also
be changed on the “GOTO” and “SAVE AND GOTO”
NAVI screen.

NAVI BUSY
Name: 128.500
001WPT
001WPT_________ VOL
Freq.:128.500MHz 001W
Group:ALL DSTkm
LAT 33˚56.325N 10
LON 118˚24.225W COG T
GOTO 000°
SOGkph
SAVE AND GOTO 360

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 SETUP Mode
Note: 3. Select the item on the
We do not recommend that any of the default settings be SETUP menu by press-
changed until you are thoroughly familiar with the op- ing the [◄] or [►] key,
eration of the FTA-750L/FTA-550/FTA-450L. and then press the [ENT]
key.
Basic Operation
1. Press the [MENU ] key
to display the MENU
screen.
4. Select the item you wish
COMM SETUP
to view and/or change EMERGENCY CALL
the settings by pressing ANL
the [◄] or [►] key, and WEATHER ALERT
SCAN BAND
2. Select “SETUP” on the then press the [ ENT ] PTT SCAN STOP
MENU screen by press- key. SCAN RESUME
ing the [◄] or [►] key, SCAN STOP TYPE
DUAL WATCH FREQ.
and then press the [ENT]
key. 5. Enter or select settings
COMM SETUP
on the screen dedicated
SCAN RESUME
to each item, and then 0sec
press the [ENT] key to 1sec
determine the new set-
2sec
tings.
3sec
5sec

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 SETUP Mode
Menu items Maintenance of the Memory
 MEMORY BOOK See Pages 55 to 58 for details.
You may store the frequencies or positions with a tag
name to the memory of the radio, and maintain the
stored entries.
 COMM SETUP
You may set and adjust the operations of the radio in
the COMM mode.
 GPS SETUP (FTA-750L only)
You may set and adjust the operations of the radio in
the GPS mode.
 CONFIGURATION
You may set and adjust the various conditions of the
radio.
 ABOUT...
You may confirm the version of the software cur-
rently operating on the radio.

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 SETUP Mode
Setting of the COMM Mode Operation Turning on/off the weather alert
You may enable or disable the alarm function when re-
ceiving the weather alert signal (see also Page 38).

COMM SETUP COMM SETUP

EMERGENCY CALL WEATHER ALERT
ANL OFF
WEATHER ALERT
SCAN BAND ON
PTT SCAN STOP
SCAN RESUME
SCAN STOP TYPE
DUAL WATCH FREQ.
Turning on/off the emergency call
You may enable or disable the quick access to the
121.500 MHz emergency frequency (see also Page 23). Turning on/off the scan stop with the PTT
You may lock out the PTT switch during the scan opera-
COMM SETUP COMM SETUP tion (see also Page 59).
EMERGENCY CALL EMERGENCY CALL
ANL OFF
WEATHER ALERT COMM SETUP COMM SETUP
SCAN BAND ON EMERGENCY CALL PTT SCAN STOP
PTT SCAN STOP ANL OFF
SCAN RESUME WEATHER ALERT
SCAN STOP TYPE SCAN BAND ON
DUAL WATCH FREQ. PTT SCAN STOP
SCAN RESUME
SCAN STOP TYPE
Turning on/off the automatic noise limiter DUAL WATCH FREQ.
See Page 51 for details.

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 SETUP Mode
Setting the scan resume time Setting the operation after stopping a scan
You may select a waiting time till the resuming of scan You may select either of the operations below when en-
after the encountered signal disappears (see also Page countering a signal during a scan (see also Page 59).
59).
BUSY STOP ... Stays at the frequency and will not
resume the scan
COMM SETUP COMM SETUP
EMERGENCY CALL 5sec STOP ... Stays at the frequency for 5 seconds
SCAN RESUME
ANL 0sec and then resume the scan
WEATHER ALERT 10sec STOP ... S tays at the frequency for 10 sec-
SCAN BAND 1sec
PTT SCAN STOP onds and then resume the scan
2sec
SCAN RESUME 3sec
SCAN STOP TYPE COMM SETUP COMM SETUP
DUAL WATCH FREQ. 5sec EMERGENCY CALL SCAN STOP TYPE
ANL BUSY STOP
WEATHER ALERT
SCAN BAND 5sec STOP
PTT SCAN STOP 10sec STOP
SCAN RESUME
SCAN STOP TYPE
DUAL WATCH FREQ.

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 SETUP Mode
Setting the polled frequency for dual watch Setting the audio filter of the receiver
See Page 39 for details. You may select the operation of the audio filter from the
following 4 types.
Setting the transmit frequency during the
NAV band reception NORMAL ... No filtering
See Page 35 for details. LOW CUT ... Cuts off the lower range of sound
HIGH CUT ... Cuts off the higher range of sound
Setting the frequency step for tuning HIGH AND LOW CUT ... C uts off the higher and
See Page 50 for details. lower ranges of sound
Setting the time-out timer for transmission COMM SETUP COMM SETUP
See Page 45 for details. FREQUENCY STEP AF PITCH CONT
TX TOT NORMAL
AF PITCH CONT.
MIC SELECT LOW CUT
SIDE TONE HIGH CUT
VOX HIGH AND LOW CUT
VOX LEVEL
VOX DELAY

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 SETUP Mode
Setting the microphone configuration Setting of the GPS Mode Operation
See Page 46 for details. (FTA-750L Only)
Setting the side tone operation
See Page 47 for details.

Turning on/off the VOX operation

See Page 46 for details.

Setting the sensitivity of the VOX system

See Page 47 for details.

Setting the sensing time of the VOX system

See Page 47 for details.
Turning on/off the internal GPS unit
See Page 63 for details.

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 SETUP Mode
Setting the power save operation of the Turning on/off the recall of the frequency
internal GPS unit during the NAVI mode
You may select an interval time of periodical operation You may tune the radio to the frequency of the marked
of the GPS unit to reduce battery consumption (see also position set as the destination of the waypoint naviga-
Pages 64, 66, 67). tion, if the position has been saved with its frequency.
OFF ... Operates all the time GPS SETUP GPS SETUP
AUTO ... Sleeps until a GPS signal is received or the GPS ON/OFF RECALL GPS + F
radio enters the GPS or NAVI mode POWER SAVE OFF
RECALL GPS + F
50% ... Sleeps for 3 sec after 3 sec operation LOCATION FORMAT ON
75% ... Sleeps for 9 sec after 3 sec operation UTC/LOCAL
90% ... Sleeps for 27 sec after 3 sec operation TIME OFFSET
TIME FORMAT
UNIT OF MEASURE
GPS SETUP GPS SETUP
GPS ON/OFF POWER SAVE
POWER SAVE OFF
RECALL GPS + F
LOCATION FORMAT AUTO
UTC/LOCAL 50%
TIME OFFSET 75%
TIME FORMAT
UNIT OF MEASURE 90%

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 SETUP Mode
Setting the notation format of location Setting the time offset
You may select the coordinate system for position infor- You must set the time offset of your current area when
mation to be shown on the display (see also Page 64). using the local time (see also Page 64).

GPS SETUP GPS SETUP GPS SETUP GPS SETUP

GPS ON/OFF LOCATION FORMAT GPS ON/OFF TIME OFFSET
POWER SAVE ddd˚mm.mmm POWER SAVE
RECALL GPS + F RECALL GPS + F
LOCATION FORMAT ddd˚mm.mm LOCATION FORMAT +09:00
UTC/LOCAL ddd˚mm.ss UTC/LOCAL
TIME OFFSET TIME OFFSET
TIME FORMAT TIME FORMAT
UNIT OF MEASURE UNIT OF MEASURE

Setting the time area Setting the notation format of time

You may select either of the UTC (universal time coor- You may select either of the 24-hour or 12-hour notation
dinated) time or local time to be shown on the display (see of time to be shown on the display (see also Page 64).
also Page 64).
GPS SETUP GPS SETUP
GPS SETUP GPS SETUP GPS ON/OFF TIME FORMAT
GPS ON/OFF UTC/LOCAL POWER SAVE 24hour
POWER SAVE RECALL GPS + F
UTC LOCATION FORMAT 12hour
RECALL GPS + F
LOCATION FORMAT LOCAL UTC/LOCAL
UTC/LOCAL TIME OFFSET
TIME OFFSET TIME FORMAT
TIME FORMAT UNIT OF MEASURE
UNIT OF MEASURE

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 SETUP Mode
Setting the unit of measurement GPS SETUP GPS SETUP
You may select the unit of speed, distance, and altitude UNIT OF MEASURE DISTANCE
to be shown on the display (see also Page 64). SPEED kts statute mile
DISTANCE sm nautical mile
GPS SETUP ALTITUDE ft km
GPS ON/OFF
POWER SAVE
RECALL GPS + F
LOCATION FORMAT
UTC/LOCAL
TIME OFFSET
TIME FORMAT GPS SETUP GPS SETUP
UNIT OF MEASURE UNIT OF MEASURE ALTITUDE
SPEED kts feet
DISTANCE sm meter
GPS SETUP GPS SETUP ALTITUDE ft
UNIT OF MEASURE SPEED
SPEED kts knots
DISTANCE sm mile/h
ALTITUDE ft km/h

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 SETUP Mode
Turning on/off the pinning Setting the interval time of logging
You may enable or disable the update of the position You may select a time rate for recording of the position
information when you have stayed at a location for a information obtained from the GPS (see also Page 67).
certain period of time.
GPS SETUP GPS SETUP
GPS SETUP GPS SETUP LOCATION FORMAT LOGGER INTERVAL
POWER SAVE PINNING UTC/LOCAL 1sec
RECALL GPS + F OFF TIME OFFSET
LOCATION FORMAT TIME FORMAT 3sec
UTC/LOCAL ON UNIT OF MEASURE 5sec
TIME OFFSET PINNING 10sec
TIME FORMAT D-GPS
UNIT OF MEASURE LOGGER INTERVAL 30sec
PINNING

Erasing the log

Turning on/off the differential GPS feature You may delete the records of the position information
You may use the SBAS (satellite-based augmentation obtained from the GPS (see also Page 67).
system) while obtaining the position information.
GPS SETUP GPS SETUP
GPS SETUP GPS SETUP UTC/LOCAL LOG ERASE
RECALL GPS + F D-GPS TIME OFFSET
LOCATION FORMAT OFF TIME FORMAT
UTC/LOCAL UNIT OF MEASURE OK? CANCEL
TIME OFFSET ON
PINNING
TIME FORMAT D-GPS
UNIT OF MEASURE LOGGER INTERVAL
PINNING LOG ERASE
D-GPS

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 SETUP Mode
Setting of the Operation and Setting the lamp of the display
Configuration of the Radio You may select the operation of the display lighting
from the following 4 types.
OFF .................... No lighting at any time
CONTINUOUS ... Lights at all time
5sec / 10sec / 30sec / 60sec / 120sec / 300sec
Lights for selected time when any
key is pressed
EXT PO/KEY .......Lights for 5 seconds only when any
key is pressed, or lights at all time
when the power is supplied through
the EXT DC jack
Setting the brightness of the display
You may adjust the dimmer in 5 levels. CONFIGURATION CONFIGURATION
DIMMER LAMP
CONFIGURATION CONFIGURATION LAMP OFF
DIMMER DIMMER CONTRAST
LAMP KEY BEEP CONTINUOUS
CONTRAST TIMER ALARM 5sec
KEY BEEP BATTERY SAVE
3
10sec
TIMER ALARM LOCK SELECT
BATTERY SAVE PTT LOCK 30sec
LOCK SELECT
PTT LOCK

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 SETUP Mode
Setting the contrast of the display Turning on/off the timer alarm
You may adjust the contrast in 30 levels. See Page 41 for details.

CONFIGURATION CONFIGURATION Setting the power save operation

DIMMER CONTRAST See Page 45 for details.
LAMP
CONTRAST Setting the lockout configuration
KEY BEEP
15
See Page 48 for details.
TIMER ALARM
BATTERY SAVE
LOCK SELECT
PTT LOCK

Setting the loudness of key beeps

You may adjust the loudness in 5 levels.

CONFIGURATION CONFIGURATION
DIMMER KEY BEEP
LAMP
CONTRAST
KEY BEEP
TIMER ALARM
BATTERY SAVE 3
LOCK SELECT
PTT LOCK

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 SETUP Mode
Resetting the radio About the Radio
You may initialize the memories and settings of the You may confirm the version of the software currently
menu categories independently or all at once (see also operating on the radio.
Pages 27).
ABOUT...
FUNCTION ... Initializes the on/off settings in the Software Version
FUNCTION menu Ver:00.**
Date:Oct 25.20**
MEMORY ... Clears the entries in the memory
COMM & GPS ... Initializes the settings in the
COMM SETUP and GPS SETUP
menus Yaesu Musen co., ltd
CONFIGURATION ... Initializes the settings in the OK
CONFIGURATION menu
FACTORY ... Resets the radio to factory default

CONFIGURATION CONFIGURATION
LAMP RESET
CONTRAST FUNCTION
KEY BEEP
TIMER ALARM MEMORY
BATTERY SAVE COMM & GPS
LOCK SELECT CONFIGURATION
PTT LOCK
RESET FACTORY

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 SETUP Mode
Summary of the SETUP Menu Item Description Default Value
SCAN Setting the scan resume 3 sec
MEMORY BOOK RESUME time
SCAN STOP Setting the operation after BUSY STOP
Item Description Default Value
TYPE stopping a scan
ADD Adding new channels or −
DUAL WATCH Setting the polled frequency −
destinations
FREQ. for dual watch
EDIT Editing the stored informa- −
SPLIT Setting the transmit −
tion
FREQUENCY* frequency during the NAV
DELETE Deleting the stored channel − band reception
or destination
FREQUENCY Setting the frequency step 25 kHz
GROUP NAME Editing the group name GP1:GROUP 1 STEP for tuning
GP2:GROUP 2 TX TOT Setting the time-out timer 5 min
GP3:GROUP 3 for transmission
GP4:GROUP 4
AF PITCH Setting the audio filter of the NORMAL
GP5:GROUP 5 CONT. receiver
GP6:GROUP 6
MIC SELECT Setting the microphone INT MIC
GP7:GROUP 7 configuration
GP8:GROUP 8
SIDE TONE Setting the side tone opera- OFF
tion
COMM SETUP VOX Turning on/off the VOX OFF
operation
Item Description Default Value
VOX LEVEL Setting the sensitivity of the LEVEL 2
EMERGENCY Turning on/off the emergen- ON VOX system
CALL cy call
VOX DELAY Setting the sensing time of 1.5 sec
ANL Turning on/off the automatic OFF the VOX system
noise limiter
WEATHER Turning on/off the weather OFF *: FTA-750L/FTA-550 only
ALERT alert
SCAN BAND* Selecting the scaning band ALL BAND
PTT SCAN Turning on/off the scan stop ON
STOP with the PTT

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 SETUP Mode
GPS SETUP (FTA-750L only) CONFIGURATION
Item Description Default Value Item Description Default Value
GPS ON/OFF Turning on/off the internal ON DIMMER Setting the brightness of the 5
GPS unit display
POWER SAVE Setting the power save AUTO LAMP Setting the lamp of the EXT PO/KEY
operation of the internal display
GPS unit CONTRAST Setting the contrast of the 15
RECALL GPS Turning on/off the recall of OFF display
+F the frequency during the KEY BEEP Setting the loudness of key 3
NAVI mode beeps
LOCATION Setting the notation format dddºmm. TIMER ALARM Turning on/off the timer ON
FORMAT of location mmm alarm
UTC/LOCAL Setting the time area UTC BATTERY Setting the power save 50%
TIME OFFSET Setting the time offset 0:00 SAVER operation
TIME FORMAT Setting the notation format 24 hour LOCK Setting the lockout configu- ALL LOCK
of time SELECT ration
UNIT OF SPEED Setting knots PTT LOCK Turning enable or disable UNLOCK
MEASURE DISTANCE the unit of nautical mile the PTT Lock function
ALTITUDE measurement feet RESET Resetting the radio −
PINNING Turning on/off the pinning OFF
D-GPS Turning on/off the differen-
tial GPS feature
ON
ABOUT...
LOGGER Setting the interval time of 5 sec Item Description Default Value
INTERVAL logging − Confirming the version of −
LOG ERASE Erasing the log − the software

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 Specifications
General
Frequency Range: TX: 118.000 to 136.975 MHz
RX: 108.000 to 136.975 MHz (NAV and COM bands)
161.650 to 163.275 MHz (Weather Channels; USA/Canada only)
329.150 to 335.000 MHz (Glide slope; FTA-750L only)
Channel Spacing: 25 kHz/8.33 kHz
Emission Type: TX: AM
RX: AM & FM (FM: for receiving the Weather Channels)
Supply Voltage: 6.0 to 9.5 VDC
Current Consumption (approx.): 300 µA (power off),
70 mA (battery saver on, saver ratio 50%)
80 mA (squelch on),
300 mA (receive),
0.9 A (transmit 1.5 W Carrier)
Temperature Range: +14 ºF to + 140 ºF (–10 ºC to +60 ºC)
Case Size (W x H x D): 2.4 x 5.2 x 1.3 inches (62 x 133 x 34 mm) with SBR-12LI
Weight (approx.): 14.5 oz (410 g) with SBR-12LI, antenna and belt clip

Receiver
Circuit Type: Double-conversion superheterodyne
IFs: 47.25 MHz & 450 kHz
Sensitivity: Better than 0.8 µV (for 6 dB S/N with 1 kHz, 30 % modulation)
Selectivity: >8 kHz/–6 dB
Adjacent CH. Selectivity: <25 kHz/–60 dB
AF Output (@7.4 V): 0.8 W @ 16 Ohms, 10 % THD

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 Specifications
Transmitter
Power Output (@ 7.4 V): 5.0 W (PEP), 1.5 W (Carrier Power)
Frequency Stability: Better than ±1 ppm (+14 ºF to + 140 ºF [–10 ºC to +60 ºC])
Modulation System: Low Level Amplitude Modulation
Spurious Emission: >70 dB below carrier
Int. Microphone Type: Condenser
Ext. Mic. Impedance: 150 Ohms

GPS Unit (FTA-750L only)

Receiver Channels 66 Channels
Sensitivity Less than –147 dBm
Time to First Fix 1 minute typical (@ Cold Start)
5 seconds typical (@ Hot Start)
Geodetic Datum WGS84

Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

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 Troubleshooting for Headset Connection
Question Answer
When connecting the SCU-15 headset adapter This happens when the plug on the SCU-15 headset adapter cable is simply in-
cable between the radio and a headset, the “TX” serted into the MIC/SP jack.
icon appears on the display and the radio cannot To make proper contacts within the radio, the plug must be pushed all the way
be operated. in the MIC/SP jack and be fixed with the two screws.
Can I purchase the optional PTT Switch from Contact your Aviation dealer for details on purchasing an aftermarket Push-To-
Yaesu? Talk switch.
Will my headset work with this radio? The SCU-15 headset adapter cable is made to operate with most headsets; how-
ever to be concretely sure to check with the headset manufacturer providing the
wiring shown below. Please confirm the connections and connector sizes are
correct.

3.5mm plug
Speaker
PTT
Microphone
Speaker
Ground PJ-055
(accepts 0.25” phone plug)

Microphone
PJ-068
SCU-15 (accepts 0.206” phone plug)

Headset specification requirements for SCU-15

Earphone (speaker) impedance: 8 Ω or above
Microphone impedance: 150 Ω ±20%
PTT pressed: Ground
PTT not pressed: Open
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 Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser)
gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type
and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for
successful communication.
Conformément à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d’un type
et d’un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l’émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouil-
lage radioélectrique à l’intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d’antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance
isotrope rayonnée quivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépassepas l’intensité nécessaire à l’établissement d’une communication satisfaisante.

This radio transmitter (identify the device by certification number, or model number if Category II) has been approved by Industry
Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for
each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for
that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
Le présent émetteur radio (identifier le dispositif par son numéro de certification ou son numéro de modèle s’il fait partie du
matériel de catégorie I) a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d’antenne énumérés ci-dessous
et ayant un gain admissible maximal et l’impédance requise pour chaque type d’antenne. Les types d’antenne non inclus dans
cette liste, ou dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué, sont strictement interdits pour l’exploitation de l’émetteur.

Part 15.21: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by YAESU MUSEN could void the user’s authoriza-
tion to operate this device.

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 Quick Reference

(Cut Here)

Saving the Frequency to Memory

1. In the COMM mode screen, set
the frequency to be stored with
FTA-750L the DIAL selector knob or the key-
pad.
FTA-550 2. Press the [SAVE] key.
3. To save the data with a specific
FTA-450 name or attribute, press and hold
Quick Reference Card the [SAVE] key.

YAESU MUSEN CO., LTD.

Recalling the Previous Frequencies Receiving the Weather Channels

1. In the COMM mode screen, press 1. Press the [MENU] key to display
the [ENT] key. the MENU screen.
2. Press the [◄] or [►] key to select 2. Press the [◄] or [►] key to se-
the desired channel from the list, lect “WEATHER”, then press the
then press the [ENT] key. [ENT] key.
3. Press the [◄] or [►] key to select
Recalling the Memory Channels the desired channel from the list.
1. Press the [MENU] key to display 4. Press the [ENT] key.
the MENU screen.
2. Press the [◄] or [►] key to select Locking the Dial and Keys
“MEMORY”, then press the [ENT] Press and hold the [ ] key.
key. Press and hold the [ ] key again to
unlock.

Selecting the Operation Mode

3. Press the [◄] or [►] key to se-
lect a group including the desired 1. Press the [MENU] key to display
channel from the list, then press the MENU screen.
the [ENT] key. 2. Press the [◄] or [►] key to select
4. After switching to the MR mode the mode, then press the [ENT] key.
screen, press the [ENT] key. 3. To return to the screen displayed
5. Press the [◄] or [►] key to select before pressing the [MENU] key,
the desired channel from the list, press the [BACK] key several
then press the [ENT] key. times.
OBS Setting on the VOR CDI Screen Waypoint Navigation (FTA-750L only)
(FTA-750L/FTA-550 only) 1. Press the [MENU] key to display
1. In the VOR CDI on the NAV band the MENU screen.
screen, press the [◄] or [►] key 2. Press the [◄] or [►] key to select
to select “OBS”. “NAVI”, then press the [ENT] key.
2. Press the appropriate keys on 3. Press the [◄] or [►] key to select
the keypad to enter numbers, or “HISTORY” or “MEMORY”, then
rotate the DIAL selector knob to press the [ENT] key.
select a degree. 4. Press the [◄] or [►] key to select
the desired destination from the
list, then press the [ENT] key.
3. Press the [ENT] key with “GOTO”
reversed.
GPS Activation (FTA-750L only) Entering and Editing Characters
1. Press the [MENU] key to display 1. Rotate the DIAL selector knob to
the MENU screen. select letters and/or numerics,
2. Press the [◄] or [►] key to select then press the [ENT] key to set
“SETUP”, then press the [ENT] the character.
key. 2. Press the appropriate keys on the
3. Select “GPS SETUP”, then press keypad to enter numbers.
the [ENT] key. 3. Press the [◄] or [►] key to move
4. Select “GPS ON/OFF”, then press the cursor.
the [ENT] key. 4. Press the [BACK] key to delete
5. Select “ON”, then press the [ENT] one character.
key. 5. Press and hold the [BACK] key to
6. To return to the screen displayed clear all the characters in the in-
before pressing the [MENU] key, put field.
press the [BACK] key several
times.
 EU Declaration of Conformity
We, Yaesu Musen Co. Ltd of Tokyo, Japan, hereby declare that this
radio equipment FTA-750/FTA-550/FTA-450 is in full compliance
with EU Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of
the Declaration of Conformity for this product is available to view at
http://www.yaesu.com/jp/red

ATTENTION – Conditions of usage

This transceiver works on
frequencies that are regulated and
not permitted to be used without
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authorisation in the EU countries DK ES EE FI FR UK
shown in this table. Users of this GR HR HU IE IT LT
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equipment should check with RO SK SI SE CH IS
their local spectrum management LI NO – – – –
authority for licensing conditions applicable for this equipment.

Disposal of Electronic and Electrical Equipment

Products with the symbol (crossed-out wheeled bin) cannot be disposed
of as household waste.
Electronic and Electrical Equipment should be recycled
at a facility capable of handling these items and their
waste by products.
Please contact a local equipment supplier
representative or service center for information about
the waste collection system in your country.
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YAESU MUSEN CO., LTD.
All rights reserved.
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