From: "Yaesu Tech Support" <amateurtech@yaesuusa.com>
To: <editor@qrz.com>
Sent: Thursday, April 27, 2000 2:56 PM
Subject: FT-920 Modification


Greetings,

We have received many calls regarding the frequency expansion modification
for the Yaesu FT-920 which is currently posted on your web site. The zip
archive contains an executable file that is meant to "flash" the EPROM of
the transceiver to allow the transmitter to operate outside of the amateur
bands.

This software will cause irreversible damage the EPROM in US version
transceivers. Replacing this EPROM is quite costly and is not covered under
warranty. Unfortunately, many FT-920 owners have found this out the hard
way.

To help prevent additional damage to the ever-growing fleet of FT-920s, we
request that this modification information be removed from your site. We
appreciate your assistance, and would be happy to answer any questions you
may have in this regard.


73,
Mike Krueger, N6MIK
Technical Support, Amateur Products Division
Yaesu U.S.A.
562-404-2700 Ext. 242

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From: "chris hays" <w0kdx@hotmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, February 07, 2001 11:06 AM
Subject: FT-920 Frequency Transmission/Expansion Mod


The following is a mod to the Yaesu FT-920 to expand transmit frequency 
coverage.  Do this mod at your own risk !
 
 
1.  Remove top and bottom covers.
2.  Remove the DSP unit, and cut or remove the Green wire that connects 
    between R2544 and Q2510.
3.  Replace the DSP Unit.
4.  Press and Hold STEP and LOCK buttons when powering on.
5.  Enter the following code:  1-9-8-4-1-2-9
6.  Test the radio for proper operation.
7.  Turn the radio off and replace the top and bottom covers.
8.  Mod is complete.
 
 
Note:  This mod is for Lot 8 and up.
 
This mod will allow transmission on MARS and other frequencies.
If you do not operate MARS, then don't do the mod.
 
 73
 
 Chris