* Unique recessible controls for VOX GAIN, DELAY, MIC GAIN, processor COMP, NB LEVEL and FM SQL are normally flush with the front panel. Just touch the knob and it pops out for adjustment, and press it back in out of the way when set. * The NB LEVEL control actually adjusts the width of the noise blanking pulse, giving incredible versatility to remove a wide variety of noise. * The NAR button conveniently selects the optional narrow filters for the mode (SSB or CW) selected by the MODE selector. * The RF AMP button can be pressed when band noise is high or strong signals are being worked, bypassing the RF amplifier and pushing the dynamic range over 100dB. * Press the MON I button to monitor the IF of the transmitter when tuning up or adjusting microphone audio response. You can precisely adjust the RF processor while listening to the actual processor output. * While speaking into the microphone, press a button to activate the ALC Peak Hold system, causing the ALC meter needle to stop right at peak ALC automatically and allowing truly accurate transmit level setting. * Dual meters allow much more all round operating convenience, and become indispensible for truly precise adjustment and monitoring of the RF speech processor. * An IF Notch system and a Audio Peak Filter are selected and tuned independently. Both can be used at the I same time, if desired. * Friction-ganged IF Shift/Width controls allow the operator to select the optimum bandwidth for band conditions and mode, and then to tune this "window" across the incoming signal. Say goodbye to QRM. * Novel chassis design and rugged cabinet constructed so that the FT-102 is more compact than any other transceiver/ power supply combination in its class (only 310 mm deep).