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FTM-6000R / E

Yaesu
FTM-6000R / E

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50 Watts VHF/UHF dual band FM mobile Transceiver. The FTM-6000 is a basic feature packed rig employing a new User Operating Interface, detachable front panel, supports to Bluetooth wireless operation by installing the optional BU-4 unit. Some of the features are: Wide-range receive coverage from 108 MHz to 1 GHz, 1100 Memory channels with alphanumeric tags, DTMF Microphone, Scanning functions as VFO / Memory / PMG / Programmable scan. Ideated in Japan, year of introduction 2021.

Reference market : amateur-radio

FTM-6000R / E specifications

General

Frequency coverage
Receive	108.0000 ~ 999.9950 MHz [1]
Transmit	144.0000 ~ 148.0000 MHz [2] 144.0000 ~ 146.0000 MHz [3] 430.0000 ~ 450.0000 MHz [2] 430.0000 ~ 440.0000 MHz [3]
Mode
AM [4] / FM
Tuning step
5 / 6.25 / 8.33 [5] / 10 / 12.5 / 15 / 20 / 25 / 50 / 100 KHz

Receiver

Sensitivity
AM	0.8 uV (108~137 MHz, 10dB S/N) 0.8 uV (300~336 MHz, 10dB S/N)
FM	0.2 uV (137~140 MHz, 12dB SINAD) 0.2 uV (140~150 MHz, 12dB SINAD) 0.25 uV (150~174 MHz, 12dB SINAD) 0.3 uV (174~222 MHz, 12dB SINAD) 0.25 uV (222~300 MHz, 12dB SINAD) 0.25 uV (336~420 MHz, 12dB SINAD) 0.2 uV (420~470 MHz, 12dB SINAD) 0.2 uV (470~540 MHz, 12dB SINAD) 0.8 uV (540~800 MHz, 12dB SINAD) 0.4 uV (800~900 MHz, 12dB SINAD) 0.8 uV (900~1000 MHz, 12dB SINAD)
Selectivity
AM / FM	12 KHz (-6dB) 30 KHz (-60dB)
Frequency stability
±2.5 ppm max with temperature from -20°C to +60°C
IF (Intermediate Frequency)
1°	58.05 MHz
2°	450 KHz

Transmitter

Output power
144 MHz	5 / 25 / 50 W
430 MHz	5 / 25 / 50 W
Spurious emission
<-60 dBc
Maximum deviation (FM)
±5 KHz
Microphone
2kΩ 10kΩ (data jack input)

Features

Memory
999 regular memories 50 pairs for scan limits 1 home channel
Display
sub-kHz frequency resolution 8-segments signal meter bar
Selective calling
CTCSS DCS DTMF 1750 Hz tone
Antenna
SO239 50Ω
Power supply
13.8 VDC nominal
Power consumption
500mA RX 10A TX (50W on VHF) 10A TX (50W on UHF)
Audio power
3 W on 8Ω (13.8 VDC)
Audio output
Jack 3.5 mm (external speaker)
Connections
Jack (DATA) 6-pin mini-DIN (DATA / Clone)

Mechanical and environmental data

Operating temperature
from -20°C to +60°C
Dimensions
Front panel	140 (W) x 40.5 (H) x 35 (D) mm without knobs
Radio unit	139 (W) x 42 (H) x 132 (D) mm without fan
Weight
1.1 kg

USA cellular blocked.
USA version (FTM-6000R)
EUR version (FTM-6000E).
Receive only.
AIR-band only.

FTM-6000R / E use :

New sequence of operation E2O-III for ease of use. One most often used function may be assigned the highest priority and accessed with a simple press of the "F1" key. Second priority items may be assigned and accessed by pressing "F/MENU" and rotating the dial. All the additional SET-MODE-LIST items may be accessed with a long press of "F/MENU" and then rotating the dial. Also, it is easy to cancel a setting function or change the assignment by simply pressing and holding the "F1", "F/MENU" or "BACK" key.

Yaesu FTM-6000 E2O-III Layered Structure for Ease of use

The "F1" key will immediately execute the priority function. Press and hold the key, and then select the highest priority function or item from the FUNCTION-LIST and assign it to "F1". After assignment, simply press the key to instantly recall that function, regardless of the current operating mode. To change the function registered to "F1", select the desired function or item from the FUNCTION-LIST, then press and hold the key. Update "F1" to the most frequently needed function according to the operation mode.

FTM-6000R / E flexible installation :

The Front panel can be attached or detached from the main unit, making it possible to mount it at the most desirable operating position. The supplied 10ft (3 meters) control cable or the optional 20ft (6m) cable, permit flexible installation and comfortable operation.

FTM-6000R / E memory system :

The transceiver makes available a wide variety of memory resources, including 999 basic memories, one Home channel for favorite frequencies and 50 sets of memories for PMS (Programmable Memory Scan). The channel Tags are programmable with 6 alpha-numeric characters for easy recognition.

FTM-6000R / E scanning capabilities :

The Yaesu FTM6000 supports efficient scanning capabilities. In addition to VFO scan and memory scan, it is equipped with PMG scan that monitors the receive status of channels registered in the PMG (Primary Memory Group). Also, the PMS (Programmable Memory Scan) that scans only within a specified frequency range and enables quickly searching for band activity and signals.

FTM-6000R / E stable output :

FACC wind tunnel construction gathers cool air through the wide-open front and side air intakes and directs it to the final amplifier (PA) area and then out the rear cooling fan. This efficient cooling system ensures stable transmit power for sustained long distance communications.

Yaesu FTM-6000 FACC: Funnel Air-Convection Conductor

FTM-6000R / FTM-6000E control panel :

FTM-6000R / FTM-6000E control panel

DATA jack; when updating the panel firmware, connect to the PC with the supplied USB cable. CONTROL jack; plug the control cable into this jack to connect with the main body.

FTM-6000R / FTM-6000E main body :

Yaesu FTM-6000R FTM-6000E main radio body

FTM-6000R / FTM-6000E main radio body, front and rear

CONTROL jack; plug the control cable into this jack to connect with the control panel. MIC jack; connect the cable of the included DTMF microphone SSM-85D or the optional microphone MH-42C6J. DATA jack; when updating the main firmware, connect to the PC with the supplied USB cable. Firmware Update switch; this switch is used when updating the main firmware - normally set to "Normal" position.

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FTM-6000R / E price

We have collected for your convenience the Yaesu FTM6000 sale price (US Dollar) and its trend over time. Useful to guarantee a cheaper purchase of this radio and to put it for sale in the second-hand market. Of course offers, accessories, warranty terms and conditions can lead to different figures.

Price	Date	Condition
USD 269.95	2023-mar	Brand-new
USD 319.95	2022-mar	Brand-new

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