December 13, 2016

Azden AZ-61 6m FM HT - Tip #9 - Scanning

This is an article in a series regarding the vintage Azden AZ-61 6m FM Transceiver.

The AZ-61 has two scanning modes: VFO mode scanning and memory mode scanning.  The various functions on the vintage AZ-61 are a challenge to operate without instructions.  Hope the information below helps AZ-61 owners master scanning on their AZ-61.

Scanning Overview

  • VFO mode scanning is between two frequencies and is programmable
    • A-bank scanning - scanning is conducted between the receiving frequencies stored in memory channels A19 and A20 using the configured frequency step.
    • B-bank scanning - scanning is conducted between the receiving frequencies stored in memory channels B19 and B20 using the configured frequency step.
  • Note: VFO mode scanning is from low frequency to high frequency.  Be sure to program the lower frequency in A19 when setting up A-bank scanning.  Be sure to program the lower frequency in B19 when setting up B-bank scanning.
  • Memory mode scanning allows scanning of memory channels and is programmable
    • A-bank scanning - scans the memory channels A01 to A20.
    • B-bank scanning - scans the memory channels B01 to B20.
    • A-B bank scanning - alternates scanning of the memory channels, A01 - A20 and B01 - B20.
    • Memory channel skill (lock-out) is possible on all memory channels.

VFO Mode Scanning

  • Make sure the radio is in VFO mode.  If the radio is not in memory mode, press the VFO key.
  • To start scanning, press the SCAN key.
  • When a signal is received, scanning stops.

Memory Mode Scanning

  • Make sure the radio is in memory mode.  M.MODE will blink on the display when in memory mode.  If the radio is not in memory mode, press the MEM key.
  • To start scanning, press the SCAN key.
  • When a signal is received, scanning stops.
Photo of the Azden AZ-61 hand held transceiver
Azden AZ-61 HT


Good DX and 73, NJ2X



Other related articles on NJ2X.COM:
Azden AZ-61 6m FM HT - Tip #1 - How to program the radio
Azden AZ-61 6m FM HT - Tip #2 - disabling "the beep"
Azden AZ-61 6m FM HT - Tip #3 - 1993 review article
Azden AZ-61 6m FM HT - Tip #4 - rebuilding the battery pack
Azden AZ-61 6m FM HT - Tip #5 - how to reset the radio
Azden AZ-61 6m FM HT - Tip #6 - Automatic Power-Off
Azden AZ-61 6m FM HT - Tip #7 - VFO Mode
Azden AZ-61 6m FM HT - Tip #8 - Frequency Step
Azden AZ-61 6m FM HT - Tip #9 - Scanning
Azden AZ-61 6m FM HT - Tip #10 - Dual Watch
Azden AZ-61 6m FM HT - Tip #11 - Battery Saver
Azden AZ-61 6m FM HT - Tip #12 - Optional Accessories

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2 comments:

Rattinox said...

Just thought I'd mention that the Diamond RH-205 telescoping HT antenna works extremely well with my pair of Azden AZ-61's. The antenna must be fully extended of course, and at 53" it can certainly be a bit unwieldy, but for me that's not a problem. I've found that 6m FM/ vertical polarization is just superb for comms in heavily forested areas of Minnesota........beats the livin' daylights out of 2m HT comm range!
TNX&73
Rob
KC0BIN

NJ2X said...

Hi Rob,

Thank you for the tip on the Diamond RH-205 antenna. 6m definitely has its advantages.

73,

Michael
NJ2X