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YAESU FTM-150RASP S-DX/ASP Mini Review: S-DX Feature on Weak Signal @W4KWS
Great propagation night from Key West to central Florida this video focuses on SARnet.
Dear SARnet Team,
I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for the incredible work you do to keep the SARnet repeaters running smoothly across Florida. Your dedication to maintaining this vital network ensures reliable communication for the amateur radio community, which plays such an essential role in emergencies and everyday operations alike.
Your hard work and commitment do not go unnoticed, and the value SARnet brings to the amateur radio community is immeasurable. Thanks to your efforts, we can all stay connected, share knowledge, and be prepared when it matters most.
Please know that your contributions are deeply appreciated by myself and countless others who rely on this outstanding network.
Thank you once again for your exceptional service to the ham radio community.
73,
Tony Garcia
W4KWS
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How it all works.
YAESU FTM-150RASP S-DX/ASP Mini Review: S-DX Feature on Weak Signal @W4KWS
In this video, I’ll be reviewing the Yaesu FTM-150RASP and testing its S-DX feature on weak signals. The repeater used for testing is located in Florida, and the owner, MACO WB4TWQ, has kindly allowed me to conduct propagation tests and provides valuable feedback. I’d like to take this opportunity to thank WB4TWQ for their support.
The purpose of this video is to demonstrate how the S-DX feature functions and what you can expect from it. Overall, I’m impressed with the feature and believe the Yaesu FTM-150RASP sounds great, especially with its two-speaker system. There’s a lot to like about this radio, and I’m excited to share my thoughts with you.
A commenter on one of my previous videos explained the technology behind the S-DX feature, and I encourage you to watch that video as well for more details.
I’m a huge Yaesu fan and own many of their products, so I’m happy to share my experiences with you.
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55/50W 144/430MHz FM Dual Band Mobile Transceiver
With the New Evolving Super-DX and Audio Digital Signal Processor
The FTM-150RASP provides true dual band operation with two different receivers on different bands or within the same band (V+V, U+U, V+U, U+V). Full Dot-Matrix display is graphically visible and provides a clear and crisp view of the radio operating status. Front panel is detachable, and by attaching the optional swing-head - SJMK-500, flexible angle adjustment is possible to accommodate easy mobile operation.
The power output is 55W on VHF and 50W on UHF (55W / 50W, 25W, 5W is selectable). Heavy Duty Heat Sink with FACC (Funnel Air Convection Conductor) ensures stable and reliable transmit power.
A front speaker is furnished inside the control-head. The front speaker, in combination with the main body speaker, provides a total of 6W high quality audio (3W: Front Speaker / 3W: Main Body Speaker). Volume level of the main body speaker is adjustable (0 - 100%) relative to the front panel speaker for users’ preference.
The Super-DX function increases the receiver sensitivity and improves weak signal reception. The new ASP: Audio Digital Signal Processing Unit is also activated when the Super-DX key is pressed. The Super-DX with the ASP ensures reliable audio quality for weak signals and expands the communication range.
Some remarkable and convenient features of the FTM-150RASP are:
PMG (Primary Memory Group)
Up to 5 VFO or Memory Channel frequencies may be assigned to the PMG (Primary Memory Group). The reception status of the PMG channels is displayed in real time with a bar graph in the PMG screen.
The AUTO or MANUAL mode is switchable by pressing and holding the Main VFO knob during PMG operation. The AUTO mode simultaneously shows up to two channels when signals are received. Transmit is automatically moved to the received channel.
In the MANUAL mode, transmit and receive stays on the manually selected channel. The signal received on the other channel is shown on the screen and the audio can be heard.
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​​Thank you to all the SARnet folks that keep it going.73