[Yaesu] FT 50 R Questions

[Ray Brown]

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From: "W2WU" <w2wurjj@verizon.net>

> (1) Extended Reception problem.
> Squelch remains open without input signal only in the 400-540 MHz. range
> Works fine on 440.

  Your radio may think that it's in a band that's defined as Wide FM, not
the usual Narrow FM?

> (2) Rig will not retain low power settings if:
> (a) powered down
> (b) Switch channel.
> Probable cause each problem.

  Hmmm... now it's starting to sound as if your lithium cell is old and
needs to be replaced. If you've ever opened up your radio, you can
find the cell easily enough.

> Can I avoid "factory" or dealer service?

  How well can you handle a #0 Phillips screwdriver? :-)

  Good luck!

                _Ray_        KB�STN