FT-450 - Yaesu

HF/50 MHz All Mode TransceiverFT-450

HF/50 MHz 100 W All Mode TransceiverFT-450 Automatic Antenna Tuner ATU-450 optionalFT-450AT With Built-in ATU-450 Automatic Antenna TunerThe Real DX Receiver!The 67.899 MHz 4 pole roofing filter (MCF)and 8 band-pass filters at the RF stateprovide excellent suppressions of out-ofbandinterference.The interference-filtering begins in the "RF" stages, with adouble conversion superhetrodyne (1st IF 67.899 MHz / 2nd IF24 kHz) system. And the 8 band-pass filters at the RF inputthat help eliminate out-of-band interference, followed by the RFAMP (2SK520 x 2) to led into the active DBM (1st local) willpromise its excellent dynamic range. At its 1st IF stage, a powerfuland excellent shape factor 4 pole roofing filter with a bandwidthof 10 kHz substantially reduces adjacent signal interference.Then, YAESU’s high performance DSP at the 2nd IF stage / 24kHz permits easy management of AGC, interference rejection,audio tone control, and noisereduction, for clear and quietreception. The 20 dB ATT(Attenuator) and IPO (InterceptPoint Optimization) featureallow the operator to optimizethe characteristics of thereceiver front end to improveits dynamic range.BPFMCF20dBATTBPFReceiver Block DiagramIPO "ON"RFAMP2SK520x2J-FETActiveDBM1stLocalWorld-Class Performance in an easy-tooperateHF/50 MHz transceiver packagewith Yaesu's unique IF DSP.The legendary YAESU IF DSP system, well reputedamong top and world class DX operators, is nowavailable in an easy to operate package. The newIF DSP system uses an ADSP-BF531SBST IC,ANALOG DEVICE, with high speed 16-bit floatingpoint architecture.Designed and programmed with unique objective of"Enhanced Transmit Signal Quality" and "AdvancedReceiving Interference Suppression". These futuresnow come in one easy to operate HF/50 MHzTransceiver, ideal for everyone, new licensee orserious DX operator.1st IF67.899 MHzROOFINGFILTER1st AMP3SK151MOS FET10 kHz2ndLocalAGCADC2nd IF DSP24 kHzFILTER(WIDTH)AGCIndependent Fast IF SHIFT ControlVary the IF SHIFT higher orlower for effective interferenceelimination.DETDACIF SHIFT Conceptual Diagram20 Hz Step ±1kHzIF SHIFTStandard PassbandModified PassbandFunctions for eliminating interferencetogether with IF SHIFTChoose one of the functions by the DSP buttonand operate to adjust by the DSP/SEL knob.•CONTOUR Control OperationYaesu’s unique CONTOUR filter provides a gentleshaping of the passband. Specific frequencycomponents may be suppressed or enhances toimprove the sound CONTOUR Filter Conceptual Diagramand readability of thereceived signal withthe DSP system.•MANUAL NOTCHHighly effective systemthat can remove aninterfering beat toneor signal.•Digital Noise Reduction (DNR)The DNR systemanalyzes the profileof the noise found onthe HF and 50 MHzbands. Random noiseis reduced and thesound and readabilityof the object signal isenhanced.•IF WIDTHIF NOTCH PerformanceDSP IF WIDTH Tuning provides selectable IFpassband widths to fight QRM.(SSB -1.8 / 2.4 / 3.0 kHz) (CW - 0.5 / 1.8 / 2.4 kHz)1050-5-10-15-20-25-30-35-40-45START:10HzPMFIR Log MagnitudeFREQUENCY kHzDigital Noise Reduction PerformanceMKR(250):1.555kHzA MAGOUTPUT 0.0dBmIF WIDTH Conceptual DiagramStandard PassbandModified PassbandSSB1.8kHz/CW 500HzSSB2.4kHz/CW 1.8kHzDNR ONDNR OFFSTOP:3.1kHzSWT230sIRG0dBmRBW10HzVBW100HzDRG400msSSB3.0kHz/CW 2.4kHz

Outstanding CW FeaturesBuilt-in Electronic KeyerSpeed adjustable between 4 WPM and 60 WPMWeight (Dot:Dash Ratio) adjustableCW T/R Recovery Delay programmable from 30 ms to 3000 msCW Beacon - Up to 118 characters using CW message keyer’s3 memory banksCW Pitch Adjustment (between 400 to 800 Hz, in 100 Hz steps)CW Spotting (Zero-Beating) functionCW Reverse - provides BFO injection from LSB-side instead ofdefault USB-sideCW Sidetone GeneratorCW Keying on SSB modesCW Keying using Up/Down keys on the optional microphones(MH-31A8J or MH-36E8J)CW Training feature sends random Morse Code via the built-insidetone generatorOperate anywhere using optional internal orexternal antenna tuning systems!(The ATU-450 Antenna Tuner is included in the FT-450AT)The FT-450’s ATU (Automatic AntennaTuner) includes 100 memories for quicktuning during field operation when usinga folded dipole, etc. YAESU’s originaland unique Antenna Tuning systems,such as External Automatic AntennaTuner FC-40 or Active Tuning AntennaSystem ATAS-120 for mobiles, areready to be automatically operated withthe FT-450 front panel controls.Digital Microphone EqualizerFT-450 has a unique Digital MicrophoneEqualizer with 10 preset functions. The customsettings match your voice characteristics formaximize power and punch, designed foroptimal DX operation.DSP VOX OperationVOX operation is controlled by the DSP system!Enjoy smooth and seamless Voice OperatedTX/RX control with this latest technology!Actual Size / 9" x 3.3" x 8.5" (229 x 84 x 217 mm) (w/o knob)Large informative Front Panel Display withconvenient Control knobs and SwitchesEven though it is a convenient compact size(9"x3.3"x8.5" / 229 x 84 x 217 mm), the FT-450 hasa large and bright display, almost 25 % of the frontpanel. The original LCD negative type display showsthe Frequency, S-meter, a Graphical indication of RFto IF settings, and the DSP Interference Eliminationsettings (Contour, Notch, DNR, Width and Shift).The Icons and large character key buttons are easyto identify and operate. KEY, MIC and PHONE jacksare provided on the front panel for handy access.The Rugged aluminum die-cast chassis withlarge cooling fan is made for your heavy-duty,long and high power operation.The newly designed push-pull power MOSFET(RDF100HHF1) amplifiers guarantee powerful andreliable 100 W output operation. The FT-450’srugged 490 cc aluminum die-cast chassis, with alarge 2.8" x 2.8" (70 x 70 mm) quiet thermostaticallycontrolled cooling fan, is a solid foundation of thepower amplifier during long hours of field use orhome contesting operation.Additional features to supportthe FT-450's operation• Large, Easy-to-read digital S-meter with peak holdcapability • QMB (Quick Memory Bank) • VersatileMemory System, up to 500 memory channels thatmay be separated into as many as 12 MemoryGroups • TXW to monitor the transmit frequencywhen split frequency operation is engaged •• ClarifierBuilt-in TCXO for incredible ±1 ppm/hour(@+77deg F / 25° C, after warm up) • 20 secondDigital Voice Recorder • Dedicated Data Jack forDATA operation (FSK RTTY available) • CTCSSOperation (FM) • My Band/My Mode functions -to recall your favorite operating environments• Lock function • CS Switch to recall a favoriteMenu Selection directly • TOT (Transmitter TimeOut Timer) • Various Scan functions • CATSystem (D-sub 9 pin) for Computer Programming• Cloning capability • Hand microphone MH-67A8JincludedTwo Voice Memories (SSB/AM/FM)Store up to 10 seconds of audio in each memory,for contesting and portable field operation. TheDSP system now makes this feature easy tooperate.Digital Voice Announcement functionFT-450 Voice Announcement Feature will announcethe Frequency, Mode and S-meter readings.