FT2000 UPDATE WATH'S NEW??

ALL UPGRADES CONTAIN ALL PREVIOUS UPGRADES
SO JUST DO THE LATEST UPGRADE TO HAVE ALL THE FIXES SHOWN BELOW.

 

They notices of the differences and of the changes in the various FWs however that oddly they are not documented in the original readme texts! Strange!

 

Original YAESU Note:

The software updates will work with all versions (AF, AS, EU, NA, OC, SA or all Countries) of the FT-2000 and FT-2000D.

 

FW Ver 0121
1.DVR noise burst
2.DNF update
3.Noise Blanker update
4.60 Meter mode data corruption
5.SSB talk power
6.Speech Processor update

 

FW Ver 0124
1.This fixes the ADJ. ERR problem.
 

FW Ver 0127
1.Changes Tot timer default and a Equalizer default
 

FW Ver 0129
1.Permit full break-in QSK operation up to 40 WPM.
2.Permit CAT command EX1205 acknowledgement to 20 khz.
3.The 139 tUad PE3 LVL default is changed from +6 to+3.

 

FW Ver 0131
1.Permits monitoring the recording contents in DVS during the transmission of a message that was deleted after v o124

 

FW Ver 0133
1.MENU116 add 5Hz step to tuning dial steps

2.The software version can be displayed on the radio

   Old the three buttons GEN+50+ENT then turn the RADIO ON

   the software versione wil be displayed for 2 seconds as XX.XX Y.YY

   XX.XX as DSP version and Y.YY as FW: 10.24 1.33

 

EDSP Ver 10.29  (for > V.120 only)
1.Improve the FM audio (check exactly procedure)

 

FW Ver 0134
1.MENU053/055 correct keyer bug

2.Permit monitoring DVS on the internal/external audio speacker during TX that was affected

   by v0133 on some radios

3.not explained on the readme: changed the GEN-50-ENT routine with "BLACK LCD" during EDSP/FW release info

 

FW Ver 0135
1.Upgrade for customer service nd factory allignement only!

   Without change from 1.34  !?!

   ndr.: RIDICOLOUS!!!!!!!

 

FW Ver 0137
• Addition of CAT command "RI" (To turn "TX""RX" on and off in PCC)
• The QMB marker 014 diSP QMB MKR is corrected to center.
• Change MIC-SEL 073 F3E MIC SEL so the Front is not chosen for DATA/PC in-put.
• PITCH and SPEED will be displayed for two seconds when the control is adjusted. It is no longer necessary to hold the Keyer or Monitor button.
• Provide a more noticeable change for MENU SHAPE and PASSBAND.
  SHAPE: 093 rdSP CW SHAP, 096 rdSP PKT SHP, 099 rdSP RTY SHP, 102 rdSP SSB SHP
  PASSBAND: 094 rdSP CW SLP, 097 rdSP PKT SLP, 100 rdSP RTY SLP, 103 rdSP SSB SLP
• Output value of the MENU SHAPE DSP is reversed.
093 rdSP CW SHAP, 096 rdSP PKT SHP, 099 rdSP RTY SHP, 102 rdSP SSB SHP
• The Carrier Point frequency is optimized for CW reception.
• Correct WIDTH indication to show correctly during Antenna Tune operation.
• Correct the Tuning Offset Indicator during Power On at PITCH 300Hz CW mode.

 

FW Ver 0138
- Corrected a “bug” of version 0137. In split frequency operation, which caused incorrect

   mode change between the sub VFO-B and the main VFO-A on RX

- Reduce the response time of the main & sub S meter, for more suitable readings.

 

FW Ver 0139
-Implement 50 ms hold time for SSB TX Power meter. 

-Eliminate crackling noise from CW full break in monitor.

-Roofing filter Auto selection no longer reverts to 15 kHz when NB is enabled. 

-Permit AF (MONI) monitor in the Packet mode (PKT). 

-DMU monitor MENU name changes:  

  No.116 MAIN DIAL STEP → DIAL STEP 

  No.117 MAIN DIAL CW FINE → DIAL CW FINE

-Add a curve to NB GAIN control (a curve same as RF-GAIN).

-Also includes all previous updates.

 

FW Ver 0140
-Corrects a bug (CAT on RX MAIN VFO-A) found in Ver.0139.
-Also includes all previous updates.

 

FW Ver 0142
-Add MENU #031 CAT IND. CAT data activity Indicator ENABLE/DISABLE (C/S button LED)

-Add MENU #015 LVL IND. Values are now indicated on the VFD display for

 PITCHSPEED CONTOUR NOTCH DNRCW DELAY VOX DELAY

(Press the [ENT] key to set the command to “ON” or “OFF”)

-The AGC HOLD TIME default values are changed.

-Corrected a bug during TX; now the MIC-EQ is updated by PCC-2000 commands. 

-Changed MENU PRMTRC EQ LEVEL range of values to -20 ~ 0 ~ +10.

-Changed the default values of MENU PRMTRC (LVL)

-Added the CAT Command (CO) for APF, ON

-Improve the ACS operation.

-Changed the VOX DELAY time settings to approximate the “CW Semi-break-in” DELAY setting on the front panel knob.

 

* After installation of Ver. 0142, you may find that computer operation with PCC-2000 may not be possible for setting

proper MENU items. We will release the updated PCC-2000 software when it becomes available.

* The updated Menu Mode List is available on our web site. Click on the Files tab in the FT-2000

section and the FT-2000/D “PEP2000” Menu Mode List (1/01/09) is located under Software. 

* The updated FT-2000/D Operating Manual will be posted on the website around mid January.

 

EDSP Ver 11.29

- Implements the FTdx9000 (PEP9000) DSP technology

- DNR… superior SSB mode noise reduction

- DNF…greater reduction of beat tones

- AGC… attack time fine-tuned

- SSB speech processor audio augmented

- Activate RTTY monitor while transmitting

- DELAY characteristic of AGC close to analog AGC

 

EDSP Ver 11.39

- It has improved RX-TX switching noise and an important engineering change

- No operational changes are included.

 

FW 0143 - EDSP Ver 11.45

Ver. 0143 MAIN CPU implements improvements (also includes previous Ver. 0142 updates):

• Added values are now indicated on the VFD display for MIC, PROC and RF PWR. (Press the [ENT]

key to set the command to “Enable” or “Disable” MENU #015 LVL IND).

• Changed the position and the set point of the PROC knob. The 10 o’clock setting provides 5 to 10 db

compression. (*It is recommended that you utilize the monitor function and adjust the [PROC] knob

suitable audio, between 9:00 to 12:00 o’clock position).

Ver. 11.45 EDSP implements improvements (also includes previous Ver. 11.39 updates):

• The characteristic of the CONT LEVEL is changed.

• The characteristic of the MIC and PROC LEVEL is changed.

• Detection frequency precision of CW-DET.

*If you already have software Ver. 0143 and 11.45 it is not necessary to update the FT-2000/D again.

* The updated FT-2000/D Operating Manual will be posted on the website around mid February.

* After installation of Ver. 0142 or 143, you may find that computer operation with PCC-2000 may not be

possible for setting proper MENU items. We will release the updated PCC-2000 software when it becomes

available.

 

FW 0144 - EDSP Ver 11.50

Ver. 0144 MAIN CPU implements improvements (also includes all previous updates):

• Corrects the CAT-CO01 command problem found in Ver. 0143.

Ver. 11.50 EDSP implements improvements (also includes all previous updates):

• Corrects a low audio problem found in Ver. 11.45.

• Corrects the CW-DET indication problem found in Ver. 11.45.

*The updated FT-2000/D Operating Manual will be posted on the website around end of February.

*After installation of Ver. 0142, 0143 or 0144, you may find that computer operation with PCC-2000 may

not be possible for setting proper MENU items. We will release the updated PCC-2000 software when it

becomes available.

 

FW 0145 - EDSP Ver 11.50

Ver. 0145 MAIN CPU implements improvements (also includes all previous updates):

• Level Indications are added for the SHIFT and WIDTH.

• The CW-DET indication is improved

• Corrects the CAT BP command

• Falsing of LEVEL INDICATORS is improved

• Frequency or Level display is shown instantly when the VFO knob or level adjustment knob is rotated

  (Level items turned on listed in MENU 015)

 Ver. 11.50 EDSP implements improvements (also includes all previous updates):

• Corrects a low audio problem found in Ver. 11.45.

• Corrects the CW-DET indication problem found in Ver. 11.45.

*After installation of Ver. 0142 ~ 0145 you may find that computer operation with PCC-2000 may not be

possible for setting proper MENU items. We will release the updated PCC-2000 software when it becomes

available.

 

FW 0146 - EDSP Ver 11.50

Ver. 0146 MAIN CPU implements improvements (also includes all previous updates):

• Correct the PC keying.

• Corrected the TX power level indication.

NOTE:

The level indication requires a quicker knob rotation to activate, before making fine adjustments. A slow

knob rotation may not activate the display.

Ver. 11.50 EDSP implements improvements (also includes all previous updates):

• Corrects a low audio problem found in Ver. 11.45.

• Corrects the CW-DET indication problem found in Ver. 11.45.

*After installation of Ver. 0142 ~ 0146 you may find that computer operation with PCC-2000 may not be

possible for setting proper MENU items. We will release the updated PCC-2000 software when it becomes

available.

 

FW 0147 - EDSP Ver 11.53

Ver. 0147 MAIN CPU implements improvements (also includes all previous updates):

• Improve response time of the values indicated on the VFD display.

• Correct the PC-keying.

• Correct the INDICATOR VOX-DELAY.

• Correct the AM reception GAIN.

• Correct the MEMORY KEYER output.

• Eliminate the "MIC EQ "indication in CW mode.

• Change the VFD indication of MENU #34 TRACKING from "FrE9" to "FrEq".

Ver. 11.53 EDSP implements improvements (also includes all previous updates):

• The DNR algorithm is not reset between TX/RX, to eliminate the increased receive noise after a

transmission.

• Increase the response of the compression level meter in conjunction with the PROC knob. (Max up to

12dB).

NOTES:

*Rotate the [METER] switch to select “COM” (Compression). We recommend setting the PROC level within the 5dB

to 10dB range.

*When menu settings are saved on the DMU-2000 CF card and transferred to the new version, some previous versions

may not transfer correctly. Please check your menu, update the settings, and then save the new settings to the CF card.

*After installation of Ver. 0142 ~ 0147 you may find that computer operation with PCC-2000 may not be possible for

setting proper MENU items. We will release the updated PCC-2000 software when it becomes available.

 

FW 0148 - EDSP Ver 11.53

Ver. 0148 MAIN CPU implements improvements (also includes all previous updates):

• Corrects the INDICATOR (NOTCH, CONT and uTUNE).

 

FW 0149 - EDSP Ver 11.53

Ver. 0149 MAIN CPU implements improvements (also includes all previous updates):

• The REC (Record Function) setting will be recalled when the power is turned on if REC was

turned on before power was turned off.

• The CAT MW command is corrected.

• In the QMB-MT mode, when the VFO frequency is moved, the memory channel indication is

cleared to 0.000.

• The DSP firmware write mode may be accessed by pressing [CONT] + [DNR] while pressing

Power On.

• Holding of the []F6 or []F7 keys will permit scrolling through the DMU Memory Channel

List, when the DMU-2000 is installed.

• The FH-2 [UP][DW]keys are made the same function as the MIC-UP/DN keys.

• Corrected the CW FULL BKIN keying when used with the VL-1000 Quadra Amplifier System.

• Corrected the RX in CW FULL BKIN 30wpm.

Ver. 11.53 EDSP implements improvements (also includes all previous updates):

• The DNR algorithm is not reset between TX/RX, to eliminate the increased receive noise after a

transmission.

• Increase the response of the compression level meter in conjunction with the PROC knob. (Max

up to 12dB).

NOTES:

*Rotate the [METER] switch to select “COM” (Compression). We recommend setting the PROC level within the 5dB

to 10dB range.

 

FW 0150 - EDSP Ver 11.53

The software updates will work with all versions (AF, AS, EU, NA, OC, SA or all Countries) of the FT-2000 and FT2000D.
Ver. 0150 MAIN CPU implements improvements (also includes all previous updates):
• The FH-2 [<-][->] keys are made to increment the frequency at 100kHz up or down.
• CW carrier is corrected to change LSB <> USB when the indication is changed on VFO B.
• Correct the CW Auto Mode.
• DMU Band scope Display Signal Peak Frequency is centered.

Ver. 11.53 EDSP implements improvements (also includes all previous updates):
• The DNR algorithm is not reset between TX/RX, to eliminate the increased receive noise after a transmission.
• Increase the response of the compression level meter in conjunction with the PROC knob. (Max up to 12dB).
 

FW 0150 - EDSP Ver 11.54

Ver. 0150 MAIN CPU implements improvements (also includes all previous updates):

• The FH-2 [<-][->] keys are made to increment the frequency at 100kHz up or down.

• CW carrier is corrected to change LSB USB when the indication is changed on VFO B.

• Correct the CW Auto Mode.

• DMU Band scope Display Signal Peak Frequency is centered.

Ver. 11.54 EDSP implements improvements (also includes all previous updates):

• Corrected FM TX for a slight frequency offset.

NOTES:
*Rotate the [METER] switch to select “COM” (Compression). We recommend setting the PROC level within the 5dB to 10dB range.
*When menu settings are saved on the DMU-2000 CF card and transferred to the new version, some previous versions may not transfer correctly. Please check your menu, update the settings, and then save the new settings to the CF card.

 

FW 0151 - EDSP Ver 11.54

Ver. 0151 MAIN CPU implements improvements (also includes all previous updates):

• AGC: Corrected the AGC in the “OFF” position; if an AGC MENU SET item was changed, the AGC

would sometimes turn “ON”.

• KEYER: The extraneous “dot” memory is eliminated during rapid keying when the dash output starts.

• CAT: Corrected the 1.5 kHz shift when the CAT “FA” command is used to change the frequency on

the 5MHz band.

• SCOPE: The right edge signal position on the display is corrected.

• SCOPE: The left edge signal is corrected when the frequency is changed on the display.

Ver. 11.54 EDSP implements improvements (also includes all previous updates):

• Corrected FM TX for a slight frequency offset.

NOTES:

*Rotate the [METER] switch to select “COM” (Compression). We recommend setting the PROC level within the 5dB

to 10dB range.

*When menu settings are saved on the DMU-2000 CF card and transferred to the new version, some previous versions

may not transfer correctly. Please check your menu, update the settings, and then save the new settings to the CF card.

 

FW 0152 - EDSP Ver 11.54

Ver. 0151 MAIN CPU implements improvements (also includes all previous updates):

• Stabilize initial power on display.
 

FW 0155 - EDSP Ver 11.54

FT-2000 and FT-2000D.

The latest versions are listed below with the release dates.

MAIN Software Version 0155 (9/29/11)

EDSP Software Version 11.54 (4/23/10)

Ver. 0155MAIN CPU implements improvements (also includes all previous updates):

Long press the [RX-B] button, to access TRACKING MENU; long press the [RX-B], again to toggle back to normal.

The beacon setting MENU time is changed. The new setting is up to

690 seconds.

Corrected the DMU (SCP) FIX mode, upper band limit out of range.

Note: Ver. 11.54 EDSP implements improvements (also includes all previous updates):

 

FW 0157 - EDSP Ver 11.54

FT-2000 and FT-2000D.

Ver. 0157 MAIN CPU implements improvements (10/22/12)

 The KEYER BUG-key [REV] setting, when the DASH side was pressed, produced two dots, is corrected.

 The intermittent VOX operation at AF-GAIN minimum setting of VFO-B CW mode is corrected.

 

Ndr.: Nice features added in this upgrade (THANKS YAESU!!) but none of the list of "real" known issues are fixed.

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... and then???


FOR ALL FW UPDATE: Also includes previous updates!!