Yaesu FT2
Yaesu FT2 is a portable C4FM digital-analog radio amateur transceiver for VHF and UHF bands: 140-174 and 420-470 MHz. The radio has a touch screen with a diagonal of 1.7 inches, and works both in analog AM and FM, and in digital C4FM mode. AMS - automatic mode selection allows you to determine the type of the received signal and instantly switch to it.
C4FM radio station Yaesu FT2 can recive from 0.5 to 999 MHz. Transmission is possible in radio amateur bands - 140-174 and 420-470 MHz with an output power of up to 5 watts. The radio station has a high sensitivity of 0.16 mKv at 12 dB SINAD. Support for C4FM WIRES-X, GPS, APRS significantly expand the capabilities of the radio station, and the touch screen allows you to conveniently and easily manage all functions.
With the built-in GPS receiver, the Yaesu FT2 can quickly establish a location, showing the direction and distance to another operator. It is possible to purchase a microfon with a built-in camera, and transmit the photo to the air.
The Yaesu FT2 has a pager function for calling certain stations. The function allows to make individual calls of certain subscribers. The radio station also has a graphical spectrum analyzer with indication of signal levels.
Yaesu FT2 price ≈ $500
Yaesu FT2 specifications:
• Received frequencies: 0.5-999 MHz• Transmission frequencies: 140-174; 420-470 MHz
• Output power: up to 5 watts
• Number of cells: 1266
• Modulation: F1D, F2D, F3E, F7W
• Type of digital modulation: C4FM 4FSK FDMA
• Built-in GPS module with antenna
• Receiver type: superheterodyne with double conversion
• Two independent receivers
• Automatic detection of the type of modulation
• Monochrome touch screen 160x160 pixels
• Spectrum analyzer function
• Slot for microSD memory cards (from 2 to 32 GB)
• Picture function (optional with MH-85A11U tangent)
• Input of frequency from the touch keyboard
• WIRES-X function
• Programmable scanning algorithms
• Battery 2200 mAh
• APRS 1200 / 9600bps
• Self-timer on / off timer
• Built-in LED flashlight
• Unique personal calling codes
• Adjusting the microphone gain
• Vibrate alert function
• Step of the grid, kHz: 5/6.25/8.33/10/12.5/15/20/25/50/100
• Type of squelch: adjustable SQ
• Power supply, V: 7,4
• Maximum current consumption, mA: 1800 Max TX
• Connector type for antenna: SMA-female
• Dynamic power, mW: 700
• IPX5 Compliance Standards
• Operating temperature range, ° С: -20 ... +60
• The sizes, mm: 62х110х32,5
• Weight, g: 310
Yaesu FT2 digital manuals
Amateur Radio Digital Standards ( 997.05 KB )FT2DE French Instruction Manual (APRS Edition) 1509-A0 ( 22.50 MB )
FT2DE Spanish Operating Manual ( 36.35 MB )
FT2DR/DE Instruction Manual (GM Edition) 9/26/17 ( 3.75 MB )
FT2DR/DE Instruction Manual (WIRES-X Edition) 12/20/17 ( 9.41 MB )
FT2DR/DE Operating Manual (Including the DG-ID function information) 9/20/17 ( 38.03 MB )
FT2DR/DE Quick Guide ( 2.30 MB )
FT2DR/DE WIRES-X Node Operation Instruction Sheet (12/21/17) ( 585.53 KB )
WIRES-X Portable Digital Node Function Instruction Manual (2205-I) ( 12.57 MB )
Yaesu FT2 manuals
FT2DR Instruction Manual (APRS Edition) ( 22.48 MB )FT2DR Instruction Manual (GM Edition) ( 6.80 MB )
FT2DR/DE Operating Manual ( 37.21 MB )
Soft and firmware for Yaesu FT2
ADMS-8 Programming Software with FT2DR/DE MAIN firmware “Ver. 2.02” or later ( 65.67 MB )FT2DR/DE ADMS-8 Programming Software Ver.1.0.0.2 (4/1/16) ( 65.30 MB )
FT2DR/DE DSP Firmware Update Instruction Manual [1705-B] 9/7/17 ( 5.36 MB )
FT2DR/DE Main/Sub Firmware Update Instruction Manual [1804D] 4/23/18 ( 8.67 MB )
FT2DR/DE Update Firmware Information adds the DG-ID function (Rev 4) 9/13/17 ( 43.82 KB )
FT2DR/DE WiRES-X Portable Node Station Function (FT2D_Firmware_Update_0103.zip) 1/3/19 ( 50.72 MB )
Yaesu FT2 accessories
 E-DC-6 - Charging cable |
 MH-34B4B - Mic with speaker |
 PA-48C - Charging |
 CD-41 - Charging cradle |
 FNB-101LI - 1100mAh Li-Ion |
 SDD-13 - Charging |
 SSM-57A - Headset with PTT |
 SSM-63A - Headset PTT+VOX |