Yaesu FTM-3100E

Technical description FTM-3100E

The FTM-3100E is a VHF-FM mobile transceiver with very compact dimensions of only 155 x 42 x 145.5 mm at 1.3 kg. It offers up to 65 watts of transmit power, reducible to 5 or 30 watts. Thanks to the very robust construction with a FACC (Funnel Air-Convection Conductor), only a small fan is needed for cooling, operation from -20 to 60°C is possible.

The unit offers an easy-to-read LC display. The 220 memory channels can be given alphanumeric designations, and the display can be switched to show either the frequency or the channel name.

DCS and CTCSS encoders and decoders are built in. The receiver is equipped with a tuned pre-filter for excellent large-signal immunity. A power cord, a USB cord, the MH-48A6JA DTMF microphone and a mounting bracket are already included.

Application description FTM-3100E

The FTM-3100E offers VHF mobile radio at the highest power level: with 65 W transmitting power, the transceiver can deliver directly what others can only offer with a separate power amplifier. With 3 watts AF power, operation is no problem even in noisy environments, whether mobile in a car or portable at an event.

CTCSS and DCS filter functions ensure undisturbed operation and targeted addressing of individual participants or entire groups. Tuning is possible in steps of 5, 10, 12.5, 15, 20, 50 or 100 kHz, providing a sensible solution for every country and every band plan. Reception is also possible far beyond the 2 m band from 136 to 174 MHz.

With a width of 155 mm, a height of 42 mm and a depth of 145.5 mm as well as 1.3 kg, the FTM-3100E is very handy and yet not too small. The power supply of 13.8 V / 13 A is possible with a mains adapter, but also by battery mobile or on a field day or expedition.