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What is APRS
®
?
APRS (Automatic Packet Reporting System) is a packet communication protocol on
amateur radios that is advocated by Bob Bruninga (WB4APR).
The APRS function of this device is a data communication system for messages and
position data using the APRS format.
A partner amateur radio station using a GPS receiver can send an APRS message
including GPS position information of the partner station. The direction, distance speed
etc. of the partner station in relation to your own station will appear on the display of
the FTM-400DR transceiver. The position information can be used in the same way by
connecting the external GPS antenna unit or entering the position data manually.
APRS Initial Settings
This sets the various information of your own station prior to commencing APRS
operation.
Setting the position information of your own station
The position information can be set automatically or manually depending on the situation
and the location where the device is used.
Using the GPS function
Data from the in-built GPS antenna unit or an external GPS device connected to the
device can be downloaded automatically. The GPS function is recommended to be used
when operating mobile.
1
Press
for one second or longer.
The set-up menu will be displayed.
2
Turn the DIAL, select
[10 APRS]
, then press
.
The menu list will be displayed.
3
Turn the DIAL, select
[19 MY POSITION SET]
, then
press
.
The screen for selecting the setting method of the
position information will be displayed.
