INSTRUCTION MANUAL
1T44/H440 M-HDz FM7DUAAL BANDER
1T44/H430 M-HDz FM7DUEAL BANDER
STA CON
PACKET96BCONDUP
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7
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KENWOOD CORPORATION
B62-1004-00 (K,E) (A)
09 08 07 06 05 04 03 02 01 00
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NOTICES TO THE USER
PRECAUTIONS
ATTENTION (U.S.A. Only)
Nickel-Cadmium batteries must be replaced or
disposed of properly.
Please observe the following precautions to prevent
fire, personal injury, or transceiver damage:
State laws may vary regarding the handling and
disposal of Nickel-Cadmium batteries.
•
•
•
Do not transmit with high output power for
extended periods. The transceiver may overheat.
Please contact your authorized KENWOOD dealer for
more information.
Do not modify this transceiver unless instructed by
this manual or by KENWOOD documentation.
One or more of the following statements may be
applicable:
When using a regulated power supply, connect the
specified DC cable (option) to the DC IN jack on
the transceiver. The supply voltage must be
between 5.5 V and 16 V to prevent damaging the
transceiver.
FCC WARNING
This equipment generates or uses radio frequency energy. Changes or
modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless
the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The
user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an
unauthorized change or modification is made.
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•
•
•
When connecting the transceiver to a cigarette
lighter socket in a vehicle, use the specified
cigarette lighter cable (option).
INFORMATION TO THE DIGITAL DEVICE USER REQUIRED BY THE
FCC
Do not expose the transceiver to long periods of
direct sunlight nor place the transceiver close to
heating appliances.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can generate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
Do not place the transceiver in excessively dusty
areas, humid areas, wet areas, nor on unstable
surfaces.
If an abnormal odor or smoke is detected coming
from the transceiver, turn OFF the power
immediately and remove the battery case or the
battery pack from the transceiver. Contact your
authorized KENWOOD dealer, customer service,
or service station.
•
•
•
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
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Consult the dealer for technical assistance.
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CONTENTS
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ...................................... 1
CONVENTIONS FOLLOWED IN THIS MANUAL....... 1
CHAPTER PREPARATION
CHAPTER
5
MENU SET-UP
MENU ACCESS ...................................................... 16
MENU CONFIGURATION ....................................... 17
1
INSTALLING THE NiCd BATTERY PACK .................. 2
CHARGING THE NiCd BATTERY PACK ................... 2
INSTALLING THE ANTENNA .................................... 3
INSTALLING THE HAND STRAP/ BELT HOOK......... 3
INSTALLING ALKALINE BATTERIES ........................ 4
CHAPTER
6
OPERATING THROUGH REPEATERS
PROGRAMMING OFFSET ...................................... 21
Selecting Offset Direction .................................... 21
Selecting Offset Frequency ................................. 21
Activating Tone Function ..................................... 22
Selecting a Tone Frequency ................................ 22
AUTOMATIC REPEATER OFFSET ......................... 23
CONNECTING WITH A REGULATED POWER
SUPPLY .................................................................... 5
REVERSE FUNCTION ............................................ 24
AUTOMATIC SIMPLEX CHECK (ASC).................... 24
TONE FREQ. ID ...................................................... 25
CONNECTING WITH A CIGARETTE LIGHTER
SOCKET.................................................................... 5
CHAPTER
CHAPTER
2
3
FIRST QSO
OPERATING BASICS
CHAPTER
7
MEMORY CHANNELS
SWITCHING POWER ON/OFF ................................. 7
ADJUSTING VOLUME .............................................. 7
SELECTING A BAND ................................................ 7
SELECTING A FREQUENCY .................................... 7
ADJUSTING SQUELCH ............................................ 8
SIMPLEX & REPEATER OR
ODD-SPLIT MEMORY CHANNEL? ......................... 26
STORING SIMPLEX FREQUENCIES OR
STANDARD REPEATER FREQUENCIES ............... 27
STORING ODD-SPLIT REPEATER
FREQUENCIES....................................................... 27
RECALLING A MEMORY CHANNEL ....................... 28
CLEARING A MEMORY CHANNEL......................... 28
NAMING A MEMORY CHANNEL............................. 29
CALL CHANNEL (TH-D7A ONLY) ............................ 30
Recalling the Call Channel .................................. 30
Reprogramming the Call Channel ....................... 30
MEMORY-TO-VFO TRANSFER .............................. 31
CHANNEL DISPLAY ................................................ 31
TRANSMITTING........................................................ 9
Selecting Output Power ........................................ 9
CHAPTER
4
GETTING ACQUAINTED
ORIENTATION......................................................... 10
INDICATORS........................................................... 11
CURSOR KEYS ...................................................... 12
BAND A & B ............................................................. 12
BASIC TRANSCEIVER MODES.............................. 13
KEYPAD DIRECT ENTRY ....................................... 15
PARTIAL OR FULL RESET?.................................... 32
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CHAPTER
8
SCAN
CHAPTER 12
AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS
1
2
SELECTING SCAN RESUME METHOD ................. 34
DIRECT FREQUENCY ENTRY ............................... 45
CHANGING FREQUENCY STEP SIZE ................... 46
PROGRAMMABLE VFO.......................................... 46
TONE ALERT .......................................................... 47
BEEP ON/OFF ........................................................ 47
ADJUSTING VOLUME BALANCE ........................... 48
LAMP FUNCTION ................................................... 48
ADJUSTING DISPLAY CONTRAST ........................ 48
BLANKING A BAND DISPLAY ................................. 48
AUTOMATIC POWER OFF (APO)........................... 49
BATTERY SAVER.................................................... 49
POWER-ON MESSAGE .......................................... 50
TRANSCEIVER LOCK ............................................ 50
TX INHIBIT .............................................................. 51
SWITCHING AM/FM MODE (TH-D7A ONLY) .......... 51
ADVANCED INTERCEPT POINT (AIP) ................... 51
SWITCHING TX DEVIATION (TH-D7E ONLY) ......... 51
VFO SCAN .............................................................. 35
MEMORY SCAN...................................................... 35
Locking Out a Memory Channel .......................... 36
MHz SCAN .............................................................. 36
PROGRAM SCAN ................................................... 37
Setting Scan Limits ............................................. 37
Using Program Scan........................................... 38
CALL/VFO SCAN (TH-D7A ONLY) .......................... 38
CALL/MEMORY SCAN (TH-D7A ONLY) .................. 38
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CHAPTER
9
CONTINUOUS TONE CODED SQUELCH
SYSTEM (CTCSS)
SELECTING A CTCSS FREQUENCY ..................... 39
USING CTCSS ........................................................ 40
CTCSS FREQ. ID .................................................... 40
CHAPTER 10
DUAL TONE MULTI-FREQUENCY (DTMF)
FUNCTIONS
MANUAL DIALING .................................................. 41
TX Hold .............................................................. 41
AUTOMATIC DIALER .............................................. 42
Storing a DTMF Number in Memory.................... 42
Transmitting a Stored DTMF Number.................. 43
CHAPTER 13
PACKET OPERATION
CONNECTING WITH A PERSONAL COMPUTER .. 53
OPERATING TNC ................................................... 53
PREPARATION FLOW ............................................ 54
SELECTING DATA BAND ........................................ 55
FULL DUPLEX......................................................... 55
CHAPTER 11
MICROPHONE CONTROL
CHAPTER 14
DX PACKETCLUSTERS MONITOR
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CHAPTER 15
SLOW-SCAN TELEVISION (SSTV) WITH
VC-H1
CHAPTER 18
WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL
(TH-D7A ONLY)
ENTERING CALL SIGN/ MESSAGE/ RSV .............. 58
SELECTING COLOR FOR CALL SIGN/
MESSAGE/ RSV ..................................................... 59
EXECUTING SUPERIMPOSITION .......................... 59
VC-H1 CONTROL ................................................... 60
PREPARATION ....................................................... 81
CONTROL OPERATION.......................................... 82
CHAPTER 19
SKY COMMAND 2 (TH-D7A ONLY)
CONNECTING THE TRANSPORTER WITH
THE HF TRANSCEIVER ......................................... 84
CHAPTER 16
AUTOMATIC PACKET/ POSITION REPORTING
SYSTEM®
PREPARATION FLOW ............................................ 85
PROGRAMMING CALL SIGNS ............................... 86
PROGRAMMING A TONE FREQUENCY ................ 86
CONTROL OPERATION.......................................... 87
OPERATION FLOW ................................................ 62
RECEIVING APRS DATA......................................... 63
ACCESSING RECEIVED APRS DATA .................... 64
PROGRAMMING A CALL SIGN............................... 66
SELECTING YOUR STATION ICON........................ 67
ENTERING LATITUDE/ LONGITUDE DATA ............ 68
SELECTING A POSITION COMMENT .................... 69
ENTERING STATUS TEXT ...................................... 70
PROGRAMMING A GROUP CODE ......................... 71
PROGRAMMING A PACKET PATH ......................... 72
SELECTING BEACON TRANSMIT METHOD ......... 74
SELECTING BEACON TRANSMIT INTERVAL........ 75
RESTRICTING RECEPTION OF APRS DATA ......... 75
CHAPTER 20
MAINTENANCE
GENERAL INFORMATION ...................................... 89
SERVICE................................................................. 89
SERVICE NOTE ...................................................... 89
CLEANING .............................................................. 89
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................. 90
CHAPTER 21
CHAPTER 22
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
EQUIPMENT CONNECTIONS
CONNECTING EQUIPMENT FOR
REMOTE CONTROL ............................................... 96
CONNECTING OTHER EXTERNAL
EQUIPMENT ........................................................... 96
CHAPTER 17
APRS® MESSAGE
CHAPTER 23
APPENDIX
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
INDEX
SPECIFICATIONS
OPERATION FLOW ................................................ 76
RECEIVING A MESSAGE ....................................... 77
ACCESSING RECEIVED APRS MESSAGES ......... 78
ENTERING A MESSAGE......................................... 79
TRANSMITTING A MESSAGE ................................ 80
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SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
CONVENTIONS FOLLOWED IN THIS MANUAL
The writing conventions described below have been
followed to simplify instructions and avoid unnecessary
repetition.
Accessory
Part Number
Quantity
Antenna
T90-0634-XX
1
NiCd battery pack
For TH-D7A 1
Instruction
Press [KEY].
What to Do
W09-0911-XX
W09-0909-XX
1
1
For TH-D7E 2
Press and release KEY.
Press
[KEY] (1 s).
Press and hold KEY for
1 second or longer.
Battery charger
For TH-D7A
For TH-D7E
W08-0437-XX
W08-0440-XX
Press KEY1 momentarily,
release KEY1, then press
KEY2.
Press
[KEY1], [KEY2].
Belt hook
J29-0631-XX
J69-0342-XX
1
1
Hand strap
Press
[KEY1]+[KEY2].
Press and hold KEY1, then
press KEY2.
Cable with a 2.5 mm (1/10")
3-conductor plug 3
E30-3374-XX
1
With transceiver power OFF,
press and hold KEY, then
press the POWER switch.
Press
[KEY]+ POWER ON.
Warranty card
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1
Instruction manual
B62-1004-XX
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PB-39 (9.6 V, 600 mAh)
PB-38 (6 V, 650 mAh)
Use this accessory to modify the cable end of your GPS
receiver {page 61}.
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3
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PREPARATION
1
INSTALLING THE NiCd BATTERY PACK
CHARGING THE NiCd BATTERY PACK
1 Position the two grooves on the inside bottom corners
of the battery pack over the corresponding guides on
the back of the transceiver.
After installing the NiCd battery pack, charge the battery
pack. The battery pack is provided uncharged.
1 Confirm that the transceiver power is OFF.
•
While charging the battery pack, leave the transceiver
power OFF.
2 Insert the DC plug from the charger into the DC IN
jack on the transceiver.
Guide
DC IN jack
2 Slide the battery pack along the back of the
transceiver until the release latch on the base of the
transceiver locks the battery pack in place.
3 Insert the charger AC plug into an AC wall outlet.
•
Charging starts and will take approximately 16 hours for
PB-38 or 15 hours for PB-39.
4 After 16 hours (PB-38) or 15 hours (PB-39), remove
the charger DC plug from the transceiver DC IN jack.
3 To remove the battery pack, push up the release
5 Remove the charger AC plug from the AC wall outlet.
latch, then slide the battery pack back.
Release latch
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◆
Exceeding the specified charge period shortens the useful life of
the NiCd battery pack.
The provided charger is designed to charge only the provided
PB-38 or PB-39 NiCd battery pack. Charging other models
of battery packs will damage the charger and battery pack.
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The following table shows the approximate battery life
(hours) relative to the transmit output power.
INSTALLING THE HAND STRAP/ BELT HOOK
If desired, attach the provided hand strap and/ or belt
hook.
1
VHF Band
UHF Band
Batteries
Belt hook
H
3
L
6
7
EL
9
H
3
4
L
6
7
EL
9
Hand strap
PB-39 NiCd
PB-38 NiCd
4.5
10
10
Note:
◆
Charge the NiCd battery pack within an ambient temperature of
between 5°C and 40°C (41°F and 104°F). Charging outside this
range may not fully charge the pack.
To remove the belt hook, pull the belt hook downward
while pushing its tabs from both sides.
◆
Repeatedly recharging a fully charged NiCd battery pack, or almost
fully charged pack, shortens its operating time. To resolve this
problem, use the pack until it is completely discharged. Then
recharge the pack to full capacity.
◆
If the operating time of a fully charged NiCd battery pack is much
shorter than before, the battery life is over. Replace the pack.
INSTALLING THE ANTENNA
To lock the cable of an optional speaker microphone,
first position the cable over the left groove on the
transceiver. Then install the belt hook. Last, position the
cable over the right groove.
Hold the provided antenna at its base, and screw the
antenna into the connector on the top panel of the
transceiver until it is snug.
PC
PC
PC
GPS
GPS
GPS
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4 To install the battery case onto (or remove from) the
transceiver, follow steps 1 to 3 for INSTALLING THE
NiCd BATTERY PACK {page 2}.
INSTALLING ALKALINE BATTERIES
With an optional BT-11 battery case, you can use
commercially available alkaline batteries in such
occasions as camping or emergency operations.
1
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◆
Do not install the batteries in a hazardous environment where
sparks could cause an explosion.
1 To open the battery case cover, push on the locking
tab, then pull the cover.
Never discard old batteries in fire because extremely high
temperatures can cause batteries to explode.
Locking tab
Note:
◆
It is recommended to use high quality alkaline batteries rather than
manganese batteries to enjoy longer periods of battery life. Do not
use commercially available NiCd batteries.
◆
If you will not use the transceiver for a long period, remove the
batteries from the battery case.
2 Insert four AA (LR6) alkaline batteries.
◆
◆
Do not use different kinds of batteries together.
•
Be sure to match the battery polarities with those
marked on the bottom of the battery case.
When the battery voltage is low, replace all four old batteries with
new ones.
The following table shows the approximate battery life
(hours) relative to the transmit output power.
VHF Band
UHF Band
Batteries
H
L
EL
H
L
EL
Alkaline
14
22
33
14
22
30
3 Align the two tabs on the battery case cover, then
close the cover until the locking tab clicks.
Tab
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CONNECTING WITH A REGULATED POWER SUPPLY
CONNECTING WITH A CIGARETTE LIGHTER SOCKET
To connect the transceiver with an appropriate regulated
power supply, use an optional PG-2W DC cable.
To connect the transceiver with the cigarette lighter
socket in your vehicle, use an optional PG-3J Cigarette
Lighter cable.
1
1 Confirm that the power switches of both the
transceiver and power supply are OFF.
DC IN jack
To cigarette
2 Connect the optional PG-2W DC cable to the power
supply; red lead to positive (+) terminal, and black
lead to negative (–) terminal.
lighter
socket
Black
Red
To connect with an external 24 V power source via a DC-DC
converter, only use the optional PG-3J Cigarette Lighter cable.
Using the PG-2W DC cable in this situation may cause a fire.
Regulated power supply
Fuse
DC-DC converter
3 Connect the barrel plug on the DC cable to the DC IN
PG-3J
24V
24V
24V
12V
jack on the side of the transceiver.
Cigarette lighter socket
DC IN jack
PG-3J
12V
DC-DC converter
12V
PG-2W
Note:
Note: If input voltage exceeds approximately 18 V, warning beeps sound
and a warning message appears.
◆
Only use the power supplies recommended by your authorized
KENWOOD dealer.
◆
The supply voltage must be between 5.5 V and 16 V to prevent
damaging the transceiver. If input voltage exceeds approximately
18 V, warning beeps sound and a warning message appears.
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FIRST QSO
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The 7 steps given here will get you on the air in your first
QSO right away. So, you can enjoy the exhilaration that
comes with opening a brand new transceiver.
4
5
6
Press [UP]/ [DWN] or
turn the Tuning control
to select a frequency.
1
Press the POWER
switch for 1 second or
longer.
Press and hold the
PTT switch, then speak
into the microphone in
a normal tone of voice.
2
Turn the VOL control
clockwise to the 11
o’clock position.
Release the PTT switch
to receive.
3
Press [A/B] to select
band A or B.
7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 to continue
communication.
Note: When received signals are too weak to recognize, press and
hold [MONI] to hear clearer signals. You will, however, also hear
background noise.
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OPERATING BASICS
SWITCHING POWER ON/OFF
SELECTING A BAND
1 Press the POWER switch (1 s) to switch ON the
Press [A/B] to select band A or B.
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transceiver.
•
The cursor indicates the current band.
•
A double beep sounds.
SELECTING A FREQUENCY
2 To switch OFF the transceiver, press the POWER
switch (1 s) again.
Press [UP]/ [DWN] or turn the Tuning control to select a
frequency.
ADJUSTING VOLUME
Turn the VOL control clockwise to increase the audio
level and counterclockwise to decrease the audio level.
•
•
Pressing and holding [UP]/ [DWN] causes the frequency to
step repeatedly.
To change frequencies in steps of 1 MHz, press [MHz] first.
The 1 MHz digit blinks. Pressing [MHz] again cancels this
function.
•
If background noise is inaudible because of the Squelch
function, press and hold [MONI], then adjust the VOL
control. While pressing [MONI], you will hear background
noise.
•
You can also select frequencies by directly entering digits
from the keypad. See “DIRECT FREQUENCY ENTRY”
{page 45}.
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1 Press [F], [MONI].
ADJUSTING SQUELCH
•
The SQL meter indicates the current squelch level. The
default is level 2; 4 segments are visible.
Selecting the correct squelch level relieves you from
listening to background noise output from the speaker
when no signals are present. The appropriate squelch
level depends on ambient noise conditions. You can
program a different level for band A and B.
3
2 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select from 6 squelch levels.
•
Select the level at which the background noise is just
eliminated when no signal is present.
•
The higher the level selected, the stronger the signals
must be to receive.
Noise
(Squelch opened)
The current squelch level is incorrect.
3 Press [OK] to complete the setting.
No speaker
Audio
output
(Squelch closed)
(Squelch opened)
The current squelch level is correct.
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TRANSMITTING
1 To transmit, press and hold the PTT switch and speak
◆
◆
The recommended duty cycle is 1 minute of transmission and
3 minutes of reception. Extended transmissions in the high
power mode may cause the back of the transceiver to get hot.
into the microphone in a normal tone of voice.
•
•
Indicator A or B lights red depending on which band you
have selected.
Transmitting with the supplied antenna near other electronic
equipment can interfere with that equipment. Also, transmitting
near a poorly regulated power supply, that is not recommended
by KENWOOD, may cause the power supply to output an
extremely high voltage. This voltage could damage both your
transceiver and any other equipment connected to the power
supply.
3
The battery meter appears to show the current relative
battery charge.
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Note: If input voltage exceeds approximately 18 V while using an
external power source, warning beeps sound and a warning message
appears.
■ Selecting Output Power
•
Speaking too close to the microphone, or too loudly,
may increase distortion and reduce intelligibility of your
signal at the receiving station.
Selecting lower transmit power is a wise method to
reduce battery consumption, if communication is still
reliable. You can program a different power for band
A and B.
2 When you finish speaking, release the PTT switch.
Time-Out Timer: Holding down the PTT switch for more than 10
minutes causes the transceiver to generate a beep and stop transmitting.
Release, then press the PTT switch to resume transmitting. You cannot
switch this function OFF.
Press [F], [MENU] to select high (default), low, or
economic low power (lowest).
•
“H”, “L”, or “EL” appears to show the current selection.
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GETTING ACQUAINTED
ORIENTATION
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Antenna
TX/RX indicator
Tuning control
VOL control
SP jack
Display
PTT switch
MIC jack
PC jack
POWER
switch
LAMP key
MONI key
GPS jack
Speaker/
Microphone
Cursor
keys
Keypad
DC IN jack
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INDICATORS
On the upper section of the display you will see various
indicators that show what you have selected.
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1
TH-D7E only
9
7
5
Shows the strength of received signals. While
transmitting, shows the current relative battery charge.
Note: Electromagnetic fields, such as those produced by static
electricity, may occasionally cause the display to function abnormally.
However, the display will typically return to normal operation within a
couple of minutes.
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CURSOR KEYS
BAND A & B
This transceiver employs 4 cursor keys so that you can
program most of the functions with only one hand.
In this manual, bands recalled beside “ ” and “ ” are
referred to as band A and band B. The band A default is
VHF (144 MHz) and the band B default is UHF. In band
A you can also recall a 118 MHz sub-band (TH-D7A
only). In band B you can also recall a VHF (144 MHz)
sub-band.
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This transceiver is capable of simultaneously receiving
on 2 bands (A and B). So, for example, it is possible to
receive packet data on one VHF frequency while
receiving audio on another VHF frequency. To transmit,
you must select either band. “ ” indicates the current
data band {page 55}.
UP/ DWN keys
The UP/ DWN keys function in the exact same way as
the Tuning control. These keys change frequencies,
memory channels, or other selections, depending on the
current transceiver mode.
The following diagram should help you understand how
to select or recall the desired band.
Note: You can use the Tuning control instead of the UP/ DWN keys in
each operation step. This manual often omits the Tuning control to
simplify descriptions.
OK key
Press to move to the next step or to complete the setting
in various selection modes such as Function Select or
TH-D7A only
Menu mode.
ESC key
Press to move back to the previous step or to quit the
setting in various selection modes such as Function
Note:
Select or Menu mode.
◆
You cannot recall another band by pressing [F], [A/B] in Memory
Recall mode. First press [VFO] to select VFO mode.
◆
The 118 MHz band cannot be used for transmitting.
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Function Select mode
BASIC TRANSCEIVER MODES
Press [F] to select. In this mode you can scroll F–1
through F–8 (except F–6) by pressing [UP]/ [DWN]; to
access F–6, first select the 118 MHz band {page 51}.
After accessing the desired function, press [OK], then
press [UP]/ [DWN] to select the desired parameter.
Last, press [OK] again to complete the setting. After
recalling a memory channel, you can also access F–0
and F–9. On the TH-D7E you cannot access F–6.
This section introduces you to the basic modes you can
select on this transceiver.
VFO mode
Press [VFO] to select. In this mode you can change the
operating frequency by pressing [UP]/ [DWN] or entering
digits directly from the keypad {page 45}.
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Memory Recall mode
Pressing [F], [0] ~ [9] is a much simpler method than the
above. For example, pressing [F], [1] switches the Tone
function ON or OFF. This method is described in the
appropriate sections in this manual.
Press [MR] to select. In this mode you can recall the
desired memory channel by pressing [UP]/ [DWN] or
entering digits directly from the keypad {page 28}. For
further information, refer to “MEMORY CHANNELS”
{page 26}.
Menu mode
Press [MENU] to select. In this mode you can access
the desired menu item by pressing [UP]/ [DWN] and
[OK] or entering digits directly from the keypad. For
further information, refer to “MENU SET-UP” {page 16}.
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Full Duplex mode
Press [DUP] to select. In this mode the transceiver is
capable of simultaneously transmitting and receiving
signals. So, it is possible to transmit audio on the
current band while receiving packet data on another
band. For further information, refer to “FULL DUPLEX”
{page 55}.
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Packet mode
Press [TNC] twice to select. In this mode, you can send
commands to the built-in TNC from a personal computer
{page 54}.
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You can also use the keypad to program a memory
channel name {pages 29 and 42}, Power-ON message
{page 50}, or other character strings. For example, each
press of [TNC] switches entry as A, B, C, a, b, c, then 2.
Press [DUAL] to switch 0 and space. Press [ENT] to
switch among the special ASCII characters.
KEYPAD DIRECT ENTRY
The keypad allows you to make various entries
depending on which mode the transceiver is in.
In VFO or Memory Recall mode, use the keypad to
select a frequency {page 45} or memory channel number
{page 28}. Press [ENT] first.
4
The selectable special characters are listed below:
In Menu mode, use the keypad to select a menu item.
For example, pressing [1], [4], [1] in sequence selects
Menu 1–4–1 (DATA BAND).
?
(
!
’
.
,
;
–
:
/
&
#
)
<
>
"
@
Note: Pressing [UP]/ [DWN] allows you to select more special ASCII
characters than above.
To manually send a DTMF number, press and hold the
PTT switch, then press the keys on the keypad
{page 41}.
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MENU SET-UP
The Menu system on this transceiver consists of 3
levels.
3 Press [OK].
•
The current level 2 No. blinks.
Level 1
Level 2
1
2
4 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select the appropriate level 2
No.
1
2
3
4
5
1 2 3 4
5
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5
7
Level 3 1 2 1 2 1 2 3 4 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Menu 1–3–1
MENU ACCESS
•
•
To move back to level 1, press [ESC] instead.
1 Press [MENU] to enter Menu mode.
To exit Menu mode, press [MENU].
•
The current level 1 No. blinks.
5 Press [OK].
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9
5
7
level 3.
7 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select a parameter.
•
The procedure in this step differs depending on which
menu item you selected. See the appropriate sections
in this manual.
2 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select the appropriate level 1
No.
8 Press [OK] to complete the setting.
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9
5
7
After pressing [MENU] in step 1, you can also enter level
Nos. to quickly select a menu item. For example,
pressing [1], [4], [1] in sequence selects
Menu 1–4–1 (DATA BAND). This method is described in
the appropriate sections in this manual.
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MENU CONFIGURATION
Ref.
page
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Selections
Default
1
2
Power-ON Message
Contrast
See reference page.
HELLO !!
Level 8
50
48
1
2
DISPLAY
SAVE
Level 1 (min.) ~ 16 (max.)
0.2/ 0.4/ 0.6/ 0.8/ 1.0/ 2.0/
3.0/ 4.0/ 5.0 sec./ OFF
5
1
Battery Saver Interval
1.0 sec.
49
2
1
2
3
Automatic Power Off (APO) 30/ 60 minutes/ OFF
30 minutes
—
49
42
43
41
Number Store
TX speed
TX Hold
See reference page.
Fast/ Slow
Fast
3
4
DTMF
TNC
ON/ OFF
OFF
100/ 250/ 500/ 750/ 1000/
1500/ 2000 msec.
4
1
2
1
2
Pause
500 msec.
Band A
43
55
55
23
34
Data band select
DCD sense
Band A/ Band B
1
RADIO
Both bands/ Data band
only
Data band
only
Automatic Repeater Offset ON/ OFF
ON
Time-Operated/
Carrier-Operated/ Seek
Time-
Operated
Scan Resume
Beep function
OFF/ KEY/ KEY+NEW
DATA/ ALL
47,56,
63,77
3
ALL
5
AUX
4
5
Tuning Enable
TX Inhibit
ON/ OFF
ON/ OFF
OFF
OFF
50
51
Advanced Intercept Point
(TH-D7A)
6
ON/ OFF
OFF
51
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Ref.
page
Level 1
RADIO
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Selections
ON/ OFF
Default
TX Hold, 1750 Hz
(TH-D7E)
Reset (TH-D7A)
VHF band narrow TX
deviation (TH-D7E)
Advanced Intercept Point
(TH-D7E)
6
7
7
OFF
—
22
32
51
Partial (VFO)/ Full/ No
ON/ OFF
5
1
5
AUX
OFF
8
9
ON/ OFF
OFF
—
51
32
Reset (TH-D7E)
Partial (VFO)/ Full/ No
Selections
Ref.
page
Level 2
Default
1
2
3
4
5
6
My call sign
See reference page.
Not used/ NMEA
—
66
62
68
69
67
70
GPS receiver
Not used
Latitude/ longitude data
Position comment
Station icon
See reference page.
See reference page.
See reference page.
See reference page.
—
—
—
—
Status text
.5/ 1/ 2/ 3/ 5/ 10/ 20/ 30
minutes
7
Beacon transmit interval
5 minutes
75
2
APRS
8
9
A
Packet path
See reference page.
Manual/ PTT/ Auto
See reference page.
—
Manual
—
72
74
71
Beacon transmit method
Group code
10 ~ 2500 in steps of
10/ OFF
Mile and °F/ Kilometer
and °C
B
C
Reception restriction distance
Unit
OFF
75
65
Mile and °F
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Ref.
page
Level 1
Level 2
Selections
Default
1
2
3
4
5
6
My call sign
See reference page.
—
58
59
58
59
58
59
White/ Black/ Blue/ Red/
Magenta/ Green/ Cyan/
Yellow
Color for call sign
Message
White
—
5
See reference page.
White/ Black/ Blue/ Red/
Magenta/ Green/ Cyan/
Yellow
Color for message
RSV report
White
—
3
SSTV
See reference page.
White/ Black/ Blue/ Red/
Magenta/ Green/ Cyan/
Yellow
Color for RSV report
White
7
8
9
1
2
3
Superimposition Execute
SSTV mode
See reference page.
See reference page.
ON/ OFF
—
—
59
57
60
86
86
86
VC-H1 Control
OFF
—
Commander call sign
Transporter call sign
Tone frequency select
See reference page.
See reference page.
See reference page.
SKY
—
CMD
(TH-D7A
only)
4
—
Commander/ Transporter/
OFF
4
Sky Command mode select
OFF
85
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OPERATING THROUGH REPEATERS
Repeaters, which are often installed and maintained by
Offset Programming Flow
radio clubs, are usually located on mountain tops or
other elevated locations. Generally they operate at
higher ERP (Effective Radiated Power) than a typical
station. This combination of elevation and high ERP
allows communications over much greater distances
than communications without using repeaters.
q
Select a band.
w
Select a receive frequency.
6
Most repeaters use a receive and transmit frequency
pair with a standard or non-standard offset (odd-split). In
addition, some repeaters must receive a tone from the
transceiver to allow it to access. For details, consult
your local repeater reference.
e Select an offset direction.
r
Select an offset frequency.
(Only when programming odd-split
repeater frequencies)
t
y
Activate the Tone function.
(If necessary)
Select a tone frequency.
(If necessary)
If you store the above data in a memory channel, you
need not reprogram every time. See “MEMORY
CHANNELS” {page 26}.
TX: 144.725 MHz
TX tone: 88.5 Hz
RX: 145.325 MHz
TX: 144.725 MHz
TX tone: 88.5 Hz
RX: 145.325 MHz
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■ Selecting Offset Frequency
PROGRAMMING OFFSET
To access a repeater which requires an odd-split
frequency pair, change the offset frequency from the
default which is used by most repeaters. The default
offset frequency on the VHF band is 600 kHz no
matter which market version; the default on the UHF
band is 5 MHz (TH-D7A) or 1.6 MHz (TH-D7E).
First select band A or B by pressing [A/B]. Then, if
necessary, press [F], [A/B] to recall the sub-band.
■ Selecting Offset Direction
Select whether the transmit frequency will be higher
(+) or lower (–) than the receive frequency.
1 Press [F], [5] to select “F–5 (OFFSET)”.
6
Press [F], [MHz] to switch the offset direction.
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“+” or “–” appears to indicate which offset direction is
selected.
9
5
7
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5
7
2 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select the appropriate offset
frequency.
•
The selectable range is from 0.00 MHz to 29.95 MHz
in steps of 50 kHz.
•
To program –7.6 MHz offset on the TH-D7E (UHF only),
repeatedly press [F], [MHz] until “ ” appears.
3 Press [OK] to complete the setting.
If the offset transmit frequency falls outside the
allowable range, transmitting is inhibited. Use one of
the following methods to bring the transmit frequency
within the band limits:
TH-D7E Only: If you have selected “ ” for the offset direction, you
cannot change the default (7.6 MHz).
Note: After changing the offset frequency, the new offset frequency
will also be used by Automatic Repeater Offset.
•
•
Move the receive frequency further inside the band.
Change the offset direction.
Note: While using an odd-split memory channel or transmitting, you
cannot change the offset direction.
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2 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select the appropriate tone
■ Activating Tone Function
frequency.
Press [F], [1] to switch the Tone function ON (or
OFF).
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5
7
•
“
” appears when the Tone function is ON.
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5
7
6
3 Press [OK] to complete the setting.
Freq.
(Hz)
Freq.
(Hz)
Freq.
(Hz)
Freq.
(Hz)
No.
No.
No.
No.
Note: You cannot use the Tone and CTCSS functions
simultaneously. Switching the Tone function ON after activating the
CTCSS deactivates the CTCSS.
01 67.0 11 97.4 21 136.5 31 192.8
02 71.9 12 100.0 22 141.3 32 203.5
03 74.4 13 103.5 23 146.2 33 210.7
04 77.0 14 107.2 24 151.4 34 218.1
05 79.7 15 110.9 25 156.7 35 225.7
06 82.5 16 114.8 26 162.2 36 233.6
07 85.4 17 118.8 27 167.9 37 241.8
08 88.5 18 123.0 28 173.8 38 250.3
09 91.5 19 127.3 29 179.9
TH-D7E Only: When you access repeaters that require 1750 Hz
tones, you need not activate the Tone function. No matter which
selection you make here, simply pressing [CALL] without pressing
the PTT switch causes the transceiver to transmit a 1750 Hz tone.
■ Selecting a Tone Frequency
1 Press [F], [2] to select “F–2 (TONE FREQ)”.
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5
7
10 94.8 20 131.8 30 186.2
TH-D7E Only: To transmit a 1750 Hz tone, simply press [CALL]
without pressing the PTT switch. Release [CALL] to quit
transmitting. You can also make the transceiver remain in the
transmit mode for 2 seconds after releasing [CALL]. Access Menu
1–5–6 (1750 Hz HOLD) and select “ON”.
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1 Press [MENU] to enter Menu mode.
AUTOMATIC REPEATER OFFSET
2 Press [1], [5], [1] to select “1–5–1 (AUTO OFFSET)”.
This function automatically selects an offset direction,
according to the frequency that you select on the VHF
band. The transceiver is programmed for offset direction
as shown below. To obtain an up-to-date band plan for
repeater offset direction, contact your national Amateur
Radio association.
U.S.A. and Canada versions
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3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to switch the function ON
This complies with the standard ARRL band plan.
(default) or OFF.
144.0
145.5
146.4
147.0
147.6
148.0 MHz
145.1
146.0
146.6
147.4
–
–
–
+
+
S
S
S
S
S: Simplex
European versions
144.0
4 Press [OK] to complete the setting.
145.6 145.8 146.0 MHz
5 Press [MENU] to exit Menu mode.
S
S
–
S: Simplex
Note: Automatic Repeater Offset does not function when Reverse is ON.
However, pressing [REV] after Automatic Repeater Offset has selected
an offset (split) status, exchanges the receive and transmit frequencies.
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REVERSE FUNCTION
AUTOMATIC SIMPLEX CHECK (ASC)
The reverse function exchanges a separate receive and
transmit frequency. So, while using a repeater, you can
manually check the strength of a signal that you receive
directly from the other station. If the station’s signal is
strong, both stations should move to a simplex frequency
and free up the repeater.
While using a repeater, ASC periodically monitors the
strength of a signal that you receive directly from the
other station. If the station’s signal is strong enough to
allow direct contact without a repeater, the ASC indicator
on the display begins blinking.
Press [REV] (1 s) to switch the function ON.
6
•
“
” appears when the function is ON.
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5
7
REV ON
TX: 144.725 MHz TX: 144.725 MHz TX: 144.725 MHz TX: 145.325 MHz
RX: 145.325 MHz RX: 145.325 MHz RX: 145.325 MHz RX: 144.725 MHz
•
•
While direct contact is possible, the ASC indicator blinks.
Press [REV] to switch the Reverse function ON (or
To quit the function, press [REV] momentarily.
OFF).
Note:
•
“R” appears when the function is ON.
◆
◆
Pressing the PTT switch causes the ASC indicator to quit blinking.
ASC does not function if your transmit and receive frequencies are
the same (simplex operation).
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5
7
◆
◆
◆
ASC does not function while scanning.
Activating ASC while using Reverse switches Reverse OFF.
If you recall a memory channel or the Call channel that contains
Reverse ON status, ASC is switched OFF.
Note:
◆
ASC causes receive audio to be momentarily intermitted every 3
seconds.
◆
If pressing [REV] places the transmit frequency outside the allowable
range, then pressing the PTT switch causes an error beep to sound;
transmission is inhibited.
◆
If pressing [REV] places the receive frequency outside the allowable
range, an error beep sounds and no reversal occurs.
◆
◆
Automatic Repeater Offset does not function while Reverse is ON.
You cannot switch Reverse ON or OFF while transmitting.
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TONE FREQ. ID
This function scans through all tone frequencies to
identify the incoming tone frequency on a received
signal. You may use the function to find which tone
frequency is required by your local repeater.
1 Press [F], [2] (1 s) to activate the function.
•
The Tone function is switched ON.
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5
7
•
•
If you access “F–2 (TONE FREQ)” using [UP]/ [DWN] in
Function Select mode, press [OK] (1 s) to activate the
function.
To reverse scan direction, press [UP] (upward scan) or
[DWN] (downward scan).
•
To quit the function, press [ESC].
•
When the tone frequency is identified, the identified
frequency appears and blinks.
2 Press [OK] to program the identified frequency in
place of the currently set tone frequency.
•
The previous frequency display is restored with the Tone
function remained ON. You may press [F], [1] to switch
the Tone function OFF.
•
•
Press [ESC] if you do not want to program the identified
frequency.
Press [UP]/ [DWN] while the identified frequency is
blinking, to resume scanning.
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MEMORY CHANNELS
In memory channels, you can store frequencies and
The data listed below can be stored in each memory
channel:
related data that you often use. Then you need not
reprogram those data every time. You can quickly recall
a programmed channel by simple operation. A total of
200 memory channels are available for bands A and B.
Simplex &
Repeater
Parameter
Odd-split
Receive frequency
Transmit frequency
Tone frequency
Tone ON
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
N/A
N/A
N/A
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
SIMPLEX & REPEATER OR ODD-SPLIT MEMORY
CHANNEL?
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Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
You can use each memory channel as a simplex &
repeater channel or odd-split channel. Store only one
frequency to use as a simplex & repeater channel or two
separate frequencies to use as an odd-split channel.
Select either application for each channel depending on
the operations you have in mind.
CTCSS frequency
CTCSS ON
Offset direction
Offset frequency
Reverse ON
Simplex & repeater channel allows:
•
•
Simplex frequency operation
Frequency step size
Memory channel lockout
Memory channel name
Repeater operation with a standard offset
(If an offset direction is stored)
Odd-split channel allows:
•
Repeater operation with a non-standard offset
AM/FM mode selection
(TH-D7A only)
Note:
Yes
Yes
◆
Not only can you store data in memory channels, but you can also
overwrite existing data with new data.
Yes: Can be stored in memory.
N/A: Cannot be stored in memory.
◆
If you have recalled a memory channel on the non-current band
(A or B), you cannot select the same channel on the current band to
program data.
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STORING SIMPLEX FREQUENCIES OR STANDARD
REPEATER FREQUENCIES
STORING ODD-SPLIT REPEATER FREQUENCIES
Some repeaters use a receive and transmit frequency
pair with a non-standard offset. If you store two separate
frequencies in a memory channel, you can operate on
those repeaters without programming the offset
frequency and direction.
1 Select the desired band.
2 Press [VFO].
3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select the desired frequency.
1 Store the desired receive frequency and related data
by using the procedure given for simplex or standard
repeater frequencies.
•
You can also directly enter digits from the keypad. See
page 45.
4 If storing a standard repeater frequency, select the
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2 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select the desired transmit
following data:
frequency.
•
•
•
Offset direction {page 21}
Tone ON, if necessary {page 22}
Tone frequency, if necessary {page 22}
3 Press [F], [MR].
4 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select the memory channel
If storing a simplex frequency, you may select other
related data (CTCSS ON, CTCSS freq., etc.).
programmed in step 1.
5 Press [PTT]+[OK].
5 Press [F], [MR].
•
The transmit frequency is stored in the memory channel.
•
•
A memory channel number appears and blinks.
Note:
“
” indicates the current channel is empty; “ ” appears
◆
When you recall an odd-split memory channel, “+” and “–” appear on
instead, if the channel contains data.
the display. To confirm the transmit frequency, press [REV].
◆
Transmit Offset status and Reverse status are not stored in an odd-
split memory channel.
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5
7
6 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select the desired memory
channel.
7 Press [OK].
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RECALLING A MEMORY CHANNEL
1 Select the desired band.
CLEARING A MEMORY CHANNEL
Use the following procedure to clear an individual
memory channel. Full Reset {page 32} is a quick way to
clear all memory channels.
2 Press [MR] to enter Memory Recall mode.
•
The memory channel used last is recalled.
1 Recall the desired memory channel.
2 Switch OFF the power to the transceiver.
3 Press [MR]+ POWER ON.
•
A confirmation message appears.
7
3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select the desired memory
channel.
•
•
You cannot recall an empty memory channel.
To restore VFO mode, press [VFO].
•
To quit clearing the memory channel, press [ESC].
You can also recall a memory channel by direct entry
from the keypad. In Memory Recall mode press [ENT],
then enter the channel number. To recall channel 3, for
example, press [ENT], [0], [0], [3].
4 Press [MR] again.
•
The contents of the memory channel are erased.
Note: If you have recalled a memory channel on the non-current band (A
or B), you cannot select the same channel on the current band to clear.
Note:
◆
◆
When you recall an odd-split memory channel, “+” and “–” appear on
the display. Press [REV] to display the transmit frequency.
After recalling a memory channel, you may program data such as
Tone or CTCSS. These settings, however, are cleared once you
select another channel or the VFO mode. To permanently store the
data, overwrite the channel contents {page 27}.
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After storing a memory name, pressing [MN<->f]
switches the display between the memory name and
frequency.
NAMING A MEMORY CHANNEL
You can name memory channels using up to 8
alphanumeric characters. When you recall a named
memory channel, its name appears on the display
instead of the stored frequency. Names can be call
signs, repeater names, cities, names of people, etc.
You can also use the keypad to enter alphanumeric
characters in step 3. For example, each press of [TNC]
switches entry as A, B, C, a, b, c, then 2. Press [DUAL]
to switch 0 and space. Press [ENT] to switch among the
special ASCII characters.
1 Recall the desired memory channel.
Note:
2 Press [F], [9] to select “F–9 (MEMORY NAME)”.
◆
You can also name the Program Scan {page 37} and DTMF
{page 42} channels, but you cannot name the Call channel
{page 30}.
•
The first digit blinks.
7
◆
You can assign names only to memory channels in which you have
stored frequencies and related data.
◆
◆
The stored names can be overwritten by repeating steps 1 to 5.
The stored names also are erased by clearing memory channels.
3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select the first digit.
•
You can enter alphanumeric characters plus special
ASCII characters.
4 Press [OK].
•
The cursor moves to the next digit.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to enter up to 8 digits.
•
•
•
•
Pressing [OK] after selecting the 8th digit completes the
programming.
To complete programming after entering less than
8 digits, press [OK] twice.
Each press of [ESC] causes the cursor to move
backward.
Pressing [A/B] deletes the digit at which the cursor is
blinking.
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■ Reprogramming the Call Channel
1 Select the desired band.
2 Press [VFO].
CALL CHANNEL (TH-D7A ONLY)
The Call channel can always be selected quickly no
matter what mode the transceiver is in. For instance,
you may use the Call channel as an emergency
channel within your group. In this case, the Call/VFO
scan {page 38} will be useful.
3 Select the desired frequency and related data
(Tone, CTCSS, etc.).
•
When you program the Call channel as an odd-split
channel, select a receive frequency.
The default frequency stored in the Call channel is
144.000 MHz for the VHF band and 440.000 MHz for the
UHF band. The Call channel can be reprogrammed
either as a simplex & repeater or odd-split channel.
4 Press [F], [CALL].
7
•
The selected frequency and related data are stored
in the Call channel.
Note: Unlike channels 0 to 199 the call channel cannot be cleared.
•
The previous mode is restored.
■ Recalling the Call Channel
To also store a transmit frequency, proceed to the
next step.
1 Select the desired band.
2 Press [CALL] to recall the Call channel.
5 Select the desired transmit frequency.
6 Press [F].
•
•
“C” appears.
7 Press [PTT]+[CALL].
•
The transmit frequency is stored in the Call channel,
and the previous mode is restored.
Note:
◆
Transmit Offset status and Reverse status are not stored in an
odd-split Call channel.
To restore the previous mode, press [CALL] again.
◆
To store data other than frequencies, select the data in step 3 not
step 5.
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MEMORY-TO-VFO TRANSFER
CHANNEL DISPLAY
You may sometimes want to search for other stations or
a clear frequency, near the frequency stored in a
memory channel or the Call channel. In this case first
transfer the contents of a memory channel or the Call
channel to the VFO.
When in this mode, the transceiver displays only
memory channel numbers (or memory names if stored)
instead of frequencies.
Press [A/B]+ POWER ON to switch the function ON (or
OFF).
1 Recall the desired memory channel or the Call
channel.
2 Press [F], [VFO].
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Note: You cannot switch this function ON if you have not used both
bands A and B to store frequencies.
When in Channel Display mode, you can use only the
following functions:
•
The entire contents of the memory channel or the Call
channel are copied to the VFO.
Power ON/OFF
Squelch Level Adjust
Transmit
Band Select
Monitor
Note:
Transmit Power Select
Direct Memory Channel
Entry
Lamp ON Latch
Reverse
◆
A transmit frequency from an odd-split memory channel or odd-split
Call channel is not transferred to the VFO. To transfer a transmit
frequency, press [REV], then press [F], [VFO].
Memory Channel Select
◆
◆
Lockout status and memory names are not copied from a memory
channel to the VFO.
Lamp ON
If you recall the Call channel in step 1, simply pressing [UP]/ [DWN]
also transfers the contents to the VFO. The frequency, however, is
changed by one step.
Offset Direction Select
Full Duplex
Memory Scan
Partial/ Full Reset
Transceiver Lock
Band Display Blank
DTMF Number (Stored)
Transmit
Tone Alert
Audio Balance Select
1750 Hz Tone (TH-D7E)
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1 Press [F]+ POWER ON.
PARTIAL OR FULL RESET?
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“RESET?” appears.
If your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning,
initializing the transceiver may resolve the problem.
Use Full Reset to initialize all settings that you have
customized. Partial (VFO) Reset does not initialize the
following settings:
Memory channels
DTMF channels
Call channel
•
You can also use Menu 1–5–7 (TH-D7A) or Menu 1–5–9
(TH-D7E).
Memory channel lockout
Menu 3–1 ~ 3–6 (SSTV)
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Power-ON message
2 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select Partial (VFO) Reset or
Menu 2–1/ 2–3 ~ 2–8/ 2–A/ 2–B (APRS)
Menu 4–1 ~ 4–3 (SKY CMD)(TH-D7A only)
Full Reset.
Note: While using the Transceiver Lock function, you cannot perform
Partial Reset nor Full Reset.
VHF Band Defaults
Freq.
Step Size
Tone
Freq.
Version
VFO Freq.
3 Press [OK].
TH-D7A
TH-D7E
144.000 MHz
144.000 MHz
5 kHz
88.5 Hz
88.5 Hz
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A confirmation message appears.
12.5 kHz
UHF Band Defaults
Freq.
Step Size
Tone
Freq.
Version
VFO Freq.
TH-D7A
TH-D7E
440.000 MHz
430.000 MHz
25 kHz
25 kHz
88.5 Hz
88.5 Hz
4 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select Yes (or No).
5 Press [OK].
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SCAN
Scan is a useful feature for hands-off monitoring of your
favorite frequencies. Becoming comfortable with all
types of Scan will increase your operating efficiency.
This transceiver provides the following types of scans:
Scan Type
Scan Range
All frequencies tunable on the
band
VFO Scan
Frequencies stored in the
memory channels
Memory Scan
MHz Scan
All frequencies within a 1 MHz
range
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All frequencies in the range
selected on the band
Program Scan
Call/VFO Scan 1
Call channel plus the current
VFO frequency
Call channel plus the selected
memory channel
Call/Memory Scan 1
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TH-D7A only
Stop
Note:
◆
Adjust the squelch level before using Scan. Selecting a squelch level
too low could cause Scan to stop immediately.
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◆
You cannot start Scan while Tone Alert is ON.
While using CTCSS, Scan stops for any signal received; however,
you will hear audio only when the signal contains the same CTCSS
tone that you selected.
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Starting Scan switches OFF the Automatic Simplex Check.
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1 Press [MENU] to enter Menu mode.
SELECTING SCAN RESUME METHOD
2 Press [1], [5], [2] to select “1–5–2 (SCAN
The transceiver stops scanning at a frequency (or
memory channel) on which a signal is detected. It then
continues scanning according to which resume mode
you select. You can choose one of the following modes.
The default is Time-operated mode.
RESUME)”.
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Time-Operated mode
The transceiver remains on a busy frequency (or
memory channel) for approximately 5 seconds, and
then continues to scan even if the signal is still
present.
3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select Time-Operated (default),
Carrier-Operated, or Seek.
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Carrier-Operated mode
The transceiver remains on a busy frequency (or
memory channel) until the signal drops out. There is
a 2 second delay between signal drop-out and scan
resumption.
4 Press [OK] to complete the setting.
Seek mode
5 Press [MENU] to exit Menu mode.
The transceiver remains on a busy frequency (or
memory channel) even after the signal drops out and
does not automatically resume scanning.
Note: To temporarily stop scanning and monitor weak signals, press and
hold [MONI]. Release the key to resume scanning.
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VFO SCAN
MEMORY SCAN
VFO Scan monitors all frequencies tunable on the band,
using the current frequency step size.
Use Memory Scan to monitor all memory channels
programmed with frequency data.
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1 Select the desired band.
1 Select the desired band.
2 Press [VFO] (1 s).
2 Press [MR] (1 s).
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Scan starts at the frequency currently displayed.
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Scan starts with the channel last recalled.
The 1 MHz decimal blinks while scanning is in progress.
The 1 MHz decimal blinks while scanning is in progress.
To reverse scan direction, press [UP] (upward scan) or
To reverse scan direction, press [UP] (upward scan) or
[DWN] (downward scan).
[DWN] (downward scan).
3 To quit VFO Scan, press [ESC].
3 To quit Memory Scan, press [ESC].
Note:
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On the current band at least 2 or more memory channels must
contain data and must not be locked out.
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The L0 to L9 and U0 to U9 memory channels are not scanned.
You can also start Memory Scan when in Channel Display mode.
While Scan is being interrupted, the channel number blinks.
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■ Locking Out a Memory Channel
MHz SCAN
Select memory channels that you prefer not to
monitor while scanning.
MHz Scan monitors a 1 MHz segment of the band, using
the current frequency step size. The current 1 MHz digit
determines the limits of the scan. For example, if the
current frequency is 145.400 MHz, then the scan range
would be from 145.000 MHz to 145.995 MHz. The exact
upper limit depends on the current frequency step size.
1 Recall the desired memory channel.
2 Press [F], [0] to switch Lockout ON (or OFF).
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A star appears above the channel number when the
channel is locked out.
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Note:
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The L0 to L9 and U0 to U9 memory channels cannot be locked
out.
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If you have recalled a memory channel on the non-current band
(A or B), you cannot select the same channel on the current band
to lock out.
1 Select the desired band.
2 Press [VFO] to select VFO mode.
3 Select a frequency within the desired 1 MHz
segment.
4 Press [MHz] (1 s) to start MHz Scan.
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Scan starts at the frequency currently displayed.
The 1 MHz decimal blinks while scanning is in progress.
To reverse scan direction, press [UP] (upward scan) or
[DWN] (downward scan).
5 To quit MHz Scan, press [ESC].
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6 Press [OK].
PROGRAM SCAN
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The lower limit is stored in the channel.
Program Scan is identical with VFO Scan except that
you select the frequency range of the scan.
7 Select the desired frequency as the upper limit.
8 Press [F], [MR].
9 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select a matching channel
in the range U0 to U9.
•
If you have selected for example L3 in step 5, select
U3.
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■ Setting Scan Limits
10 Press [OK].
You can store up to 10 scan ranges in memory
channels L0/U0 to L9/U9.
•
The upper limit is stored in the channel.
To confirm the stored scan limits, press [MR], then
select the L and U channels.
1 Select the desired band.
2 Press [VFO].
Note:
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The lower limit must be lower in frequency than the upper limit.
The lower and upper frequency step sizes must be equal.
The lower and upper limits must be selected on the same band.
3 Select the desired frequency as the lower limit.
4 Press [F], [MR].
5 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select a channel in the
range L0 to L9.
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■ Using Program Scan
1 Select the appropriate band.
2 Press [VFO] .
CALL/VFO SCAN (TH-D7A ONLY)
Use Call/VFO Scan to monitor both the Call channel and
the current VFO frequency on the selected band.
1 Select the desired band.
3 Select a frequency equal to or between the
programmed scan limits.
2 Press [VFO].
4 Press [VFO] (1 s).
3 Select the desired frequency.
4 Press [CALL] (1 s) to start Call/VFO Scan.
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•
Scan starts at the frequency currently displayed.
The 1 MHz decimal blinks while scanning is in
progress.
•
The 1 MHz decimal blinks while scanning is in progress.
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5 To quit Call/VFO Scan, press [ESC].
•
To reverse scan direction, press [UP] (upward scan)
or [DWN] (downward scan).
5 To quit Program Scan, press [ESC].
CALL/MEMORY SCAN (TH-D7A ONLY)
Note:
Use Call/Memory Scan to monitor both the Call channel
and the desired memory channel.
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◆
◆
If the step size of the current VFO frequency differs from that of
the programmed frequencies, you cannot use Program Scan.
If the step size differs between the lower limit and the upper limit,
you cannot use Program Scan.
1 Recall the desired memory channel.
If the current VFO frequency is within more than one
programmed scan range, the range stored in the smallest
channel number is used.
2 Press [CALL] (1 s) to start Call/Memory Scan.
•
•
The 1 MHz decimal blinks while scanning is in progress.
The Call channel on the same band as of the selected
memory channel is used for Scan.
3 To quit Call/Memory Scan, press [ESC].
Note: The memory channel last used is scanned even if it has been
locked out.
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CONTINUOUS TONE CODED SQUELCH SYSTEM (CTCSS)
You may sometimes want to hear calls from only specific
SELECTING A CTCSS FREQUENCY
persons. The Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System
(CTCSS) allows you to ignore (not hear) unwanted calls
from other persons who are using the same frequency.
First select the same CTCSS tone as selected by the
other persons in your group. A CTCSS tone is
subaudible and is selectable from among the 38
standard tone frequencies.
1 Press [A/B] to select band A or B.
•
If necessary, press [F], [A/B] to recall the sub-band.
2 Press [F], [4] to select “F–4 (CTCSS FREQ)”.
Note: CTCSS does not cause your conversation to be private. It only
relieves you from listening to unwanted conversations.
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3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select the appropriate CTCSS
frequency.
•
The selectable frequencies are the same as for the tone
frequency. See the table given in “Selecting a Tone
Frequency” {page 22}.
CTCSS frequency:
82.5 Hz
CTCSS frequency:
100.0 Hz
4 Press [OK] to complete the setting.
CTCSS frequency:
82.5 Hz
CTCSS: OFF
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USING CTCSS
CTCSS FREQ. ID
1 Press [A/B] to select band A or B.
This function scans through all CTCSS frequencies to
identify the incoming CTCSS frequency on a received
signal. You may find it useful when you cannot recall the
CTCSS frequency that the other persons in your group
are using.
•
If necessary, press [F], [A/B] to recall the sub-band.
2 Press [F], [3] to switch the CTCSS function ON (or
OFF).
•
“CT” appears when CTCSS is ON.
1 Press [F], [4] (1 s) to activate the function.
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The CTCSS function is switched ON.
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You will hear calls only when the selected tone is
received. To answer the call, press and hold the PTT
switch, then speak into the microphone.
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If you access “F–4 (CTCSS FREQ)” using [UP]/ [DWN]
in Function Select mode, press [OK] (1 s) to activate the
function.
Note:
To reverse scan direction, press [UP] (upward scan) or
[DWN] (downward scan).
◆
You cannot use the CTCSS and Tone functions simultaneously.
Switching the CTCSS function ON after activating the Tone function
deactivates the Tone function.
•
To quit the function, press [ESC].
◆
If you select a high CTCSS frequency, receiving audio or noise that
contains the same frequency portions may cause CTCSS to function
incorrectly. To prevent noise from causing this problem, select an
appropriate squelch level {page 8}.
•
When the CTCSS frequency is identified, the identified
frequency appears and blinks.
2 Press [OK] to program the identified frequency in
place of the currently set CTCSS frequency.
•
•
•
The previous frequency display is restored with the
CTCSS function remained ON.
Press [ESC] if you do not want to program the identified
frequency.
Press [UP]/ [DWN] while the identified frequency is
blinking, to resume scanning.
Note: Received signals are audible while scanning is in progress.
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DUAL TONE MULTI-FREQUENCY (DTMF) FUNCTIONS
The keys on the keypad also function as DTMF keys; the
■ TX Hold
This function makes the transceiver remain in
12 keys found on a push-button telephone plus 4
additional keys (A, B, C, D). This transceiver provides
10 dedicated memory channels. You can store a DTMF
number (16 digits max.) with a memory name (8 digits
max.) in each of the channels to recall later for a quick
call.
transmit mode for 2 seconds after you release each
key. So you can release the PTT switch after
beginning to press keys.
1 Press [MENU] to enter Menu mode.
Some repeaters in the U.S.A. and Canada offer a
service called Autopatch. You can access the public
telephone network via such a repeater by sending DTMF
tones. For further information, consult your local
repeater reference.
2 Press [1], [3], [3] to select “1–3–3 (TX HOLD)”.
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MANUAL DIALING
3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to switch the function ON (or
Manual Dialing requires only two steps to send DTMF
tones.
OFF).
1 Press and hold the PTT switch.
2 Press the keys in sequence on the keypad to send
DTMF tones.
•
The corresponding DTMF tones are transmitted.
Freq. (Hz)
697
1209
1336
1477
1633
A
4 Press [OK] to complete the setting.
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
5 Press [MENU] to exit Menu mode.
B
770
C
852
D
941
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7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 to enter up to 8 digits.
AUTOMATIC DIALER
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Pressing [OK] after selecting the 8th digit causes the
cursor to move to the start of the next field.
If you use the 10 dedicated memory channels to store
DTMF numbers, you need not remember a long string of
digits.
■ Storing a DTMF Number in Memory
Note: Audible DTMF tones from other transceivers near you (or from
your own speaker) may be picked up by your microphone. If so, you
may fail to correctly program a DTMF number.
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•
•
To complete programming the name after entering
less than 8 digits, press [OK] twice.
1 Press [MENU] to enter Menu mode.
2 Press [1], [3], [1] to select “1–3–1 (STORE)”.
3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select from channel 0 to 9.
4 Press [OK].
Each press of [ESC] causes the cursor to move
backward.
Pressing [A/B] deletes the digit at which the cursor
is blinking.
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The display for entering a memory name appears;
the first digit blinks.
8 Press the keys in sequence on the keypad to
enter a DTMF number with up to 16 digits.
•
To skip naming the channel, press [OK] again. You
can jump to step 8.
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You may press [UP]/ [DWN] then [OK] to select
each digit. Select a space if you want to put a
pause.
9 Press [OK] to complete the programming.
10 Press [MENU] to exit Menu mode.
You can confirm the stored DTMF number by using
steps 1 to 3.
5 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select a character.
You can also use the keypad to enter alphanumeric
characters in step 5. For example, each press of
[TNC] switches entry as A, B, C, a, b, c, then 2.
Press [ENT] to switch among the special ASCII
characters.
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You can enter alphanumeric characters plus special
ASCII characters.
6 Press [OK].
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The cursor moves to the next digit.
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This transceiver allows you to switch the DTMF
number transmission speed between Fast (default)
and Slow. If a repeater cannot respond to the fast
speed, access Menu 1–3–2 (TX SPEED) and select
“Slow”.
■ Transmitting a Stored DTMF Number
1 Press [PTT]+[MENU].
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2 Release only [MENU], then press [UP]/ [DWN] to
select the desired DTMF memory channel.
You can also change pause duration stored in
memory channels; the default is 500 msec. Access
Menu 1–3–4 (PAUSE). The selectable pauses are
100, 250, 500, 750, 1000, 1500, and 2000 msec.
3 While still holding [PTT], press [MENU] again.
•
The number stored in the channel scrolls across the
display accompanied by DTMF tones from the
speaker.
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•
After transmission, the frequency display is restored.
If you need not confirm the memory channel
contents, press [0] to [9] instead of [UP]/ [DWN] in
step 2 to select a channel number. The stored DTMF
number will be immediately transmitted. You need
not press [MENU] in step 3.
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MICROPHONE CONTROL
The optional SMC-33 or SMC-34 speaker microphone
The key functions you can assign are shown below:
has 3 Programmable Function (PF) keys on its top. You
can assign these keys the transceiver key functions that
you frequently use. First connect the optional speaker
microphone to this transceiver.
LANP
MONI
The defaults on the PF keys are as follows:
Mic [1]: [A/B]
Mic [2]: VFO/ Memory Recall mode switch
Mic [3]: [CALL]
Press [F] first.
Press [ENT] first.
LANP
SQL
1 Press Mic [1], [2], or [3]+ POWER ON depending on
which key you want to reprogram.
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“PF 1”, “PF 2”, or “PF 3” appears.
Press [F] first.
Memory Channel
Lockout ON/ OFF
[0]
[5] Offset freq. select
[1] Tone ON/ OFF
[6] AM/ FM switch 1
2 Press a key on the transceiver depending on the
Programmable VFO
range select
[2] Tone freq. select
[7]
function you want to assign.
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Pressing a single key on the keypad assigns only the
function printed on the top of the key.
Freq. step size
select
[3] CTCSS ON/ OFF
[8]
To assign the second function (printed in purple), press
[F] first (ex. [F], [VFO]).
[4] CTCSS freq. select
[9] Memory name store
1
Pressing the PTT switch assigns the function that
switches between VFO and Memory Recall mode.
TH-D7A only
Note:
Press [F], [0] to [9] to assign the functions that are
selectable in Function Select mode.
◆
Turn OFF the transceiver power before connecting the optional
speaker microphone.
◆
If the LOCK on the speaker microphone is ON, you cannot
reprogram the Programmable Function keys.
Pressing [ENT], [0] to [9] allows you to recall memory
channel 0 to 9.
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AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS
If you press [VFO] while entering a frequency, the new
data is accepted for the digits entered and the previous
data remains unchanged for the digits not yet entered.
DIRECT FREQUENCY ENTRY
If the desired operating frequency is far from the current
frequency, using the keypad is the quickest way to
change frequency.
Previous freq.:
145.350 MHz
1 Press [A/B] to select band A or B.
•
If necessary, press [F], [A/B] to recall the sub-band.
Note: The 1 kHz and subsequent digits may be corrected depending on
combinations of the previous frequency and the current frequency step
size.
2 Press [VFO].
3 Press [ENT].
If you press [ENT] while entering a frequency, the new
data is accepted for the digits entered and 0 is
programmed for the digits not yet entered.
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The display for Direct Frequency Entry appears.
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Previous freq.:
145.350 MHz
To omit entry of the 100 MHz digit, enter for the 10 MHz
and 1 MHz digits and press [MHz]. The previous data
remains unchanged for the 100 MHz digit.
4 Press the numeric keys in sequence on the keypad.
•
You can also enter a different band frequency from the
current band. For example, you may enter a VHF
frequency on band B where a UHF band is in use.
Previous freq.:
145.350 MHz
Note:
To omit entry of the 100 MHz and 10 MHz digits, enter
for the 1 MHz digit and press [MHz]. The previous data
remains unchanged for the 100 MHz and 10 MHz digits.
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◆
◆
The 1 kHz and subsequent digits are corrected according to which
key is pressed for the 1 kHz digit.
Entering a digit that is outside the allowable range causes the nearest
digit within range to be displayed.
You cannot enter a frequency in a band which cannot be recalled on
the current band.
Previous freq.:
145.350 MHz
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CHANGING FREQUENCY STEP SIZE
PROGRAMMABLE VFO
Choosing the correct step size is essential in order to
select your exact receive frequency using the Tuning
control or [UP]/ [DWN]. The default step size on the
VHF band is 5 kHz (TH-D7A) or 12.5 kHz (TH-D7E).
The default on the UHF band is 25 kHz no matter which
market version.
If you always check frequencies within a certain range,
set upper and lower limits for frequencies that are
selectable using the Tuning control or [UP]/ [DWN]. For
example, if you select 145 MHz for the lower limit and
146 MHz for the upper limit, the tunable range will be
from 145.000 MHz to 146.995 MHz.
1 Press [A/B] to select band A or B.
1 Press [A/B] to select band A or B.
•
If necessary, press [F], [A/B] to recall the sub-band.
•
If necessary, press [F], [A/B] to recall the sub-band.
2 Press [F], [8] to select “F–8 (STEP)”.
2 Press [VFO].
3 Press [F], [7] to select “F–7 (PROGRAM VFO)”.
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The current lower frequency limit blinks.
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4 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select the desired lower
frequency limit.
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3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select the desired step size.
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The selectable step sizes are 5, 6.25, 10, 12.5, 15, 20,
25, 30, 50, and 100 kHz.
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The current upper frequency limit blinks.
6 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select the desired upper
frequency limit.
7 Press [OK].
4 Press [OK] to complete the setting.
Note:
Note: Changing between step sizes may correct the displayed
frequency. For example, if 144.995 MHz is displayed with a 5 kHz step
size selected, changing to a 12.5 kHz step size corrects the displayed
frequency to 144.9875 MHz.
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You cannot program the 100 kHz and subsequent digits.
The exact 100 kHz and subsequent digits of the upper limit depend
on the frequency step size selected.
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TONE ALERT
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While Tone Alert is ON, there is no speaker output when a signal is
received. To hear receive audio, press and hold [MONI].
When Tone Alert is ON, APO does not turn the power OFF.
When Tone Alert is ON, you can use only the following functions:
Tone Alert provides an audible alarm when signals are
received on the frequency you are monitoring. In
addition, it shows the number of hours and minutes
elapsed after signals were received. If you use Tone
Alert with CTCSS, it alarms only when a received
CTCSS tone matches the tone you selected.
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Lamp ON
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Lamp Latch ON
Band A/B Select
Monitor
Squelch Level Select
1 Press [A/B] to select band A or B.
•
If necessary, press [F], [A/B] to recall the sub-band.
BEEP ON/OFF
2 Press [F], [ENT] to switch Tone Alert ON (or OFF).
The transceiver beeps each time you press a key on the
keypad. You can also switch this function OFF. Access
Menu 1–5–3 (BEEP) and select “OFF”. The default is
“ALL”.
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A bell icon appears when Tone Alert is ON.
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When a signal is received, an alarm sounds and the bell
icon starts blinking.
Pressing the PTT switch while the bell icon is blinking
switches Tone Alert OFF.
In Menu 1–5–3 you can also select “KEY” and
“KEY+NEW DATA”. Those settings are described in
“APRS” sections {pages 63 and 77}.
When 99 hours and 59 minutes pass after a signal is
received, counting stops.
Each time a new signal is received, the time resets to
00.00.
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ADJUSTING VOLUME BALANCE
ADJUSTING DISPLAY CONTRAST
While simultaneously receiving on 2 bands, you may
sometimes feel that audio output on either band is too
noisy. You can adjust the volume on the noisy band.
The display visibility changes depending on ambient
conditions, for example between daytime and nighttime.
When you find the display is not clear, use this function
to select the optimum display contrast.
1 Press [BAL].
Access Menu 1–1–2 (CONTRAST) and select the
contrast from 16 levels. The default is level 8.
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The balance scale appears with a blinking cursor.
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2 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to change the setting.
BLANKING A BAND DISPLAY
If you have no plans to use band A or B, quit frequency
display on the unused band. This saves power
consumption and makes it simpler to read the
information you need.
Max: Maximum
Mute: Muted
Att: Attenuated
Band A Max
Band B Mute
Max
Att
Max
Max
Att
Max
Mute
Max
3 Press [OK] to complete the setting.
1 Press [A/B] to select band A or B.
2 Press [DUAL] to switch the function ON (or OFF).
LAMP FUNCTION
•
The non-current band will be blanked.
You can illuminate the transceiver display and keypad by
pressing [LAMP]. Approximately 5 seconds after
releasing [LAMP], the light goes OFF if no other key is
pressed. Pressing any key other than [LAMP] while the
display is lit restarts the 5 second timer; pressing
[LAMP] turns OFF the light immediately.
To latch the light ON, press [F], [LAMP]. The light
remains ON until you press [F], [LAMP] again.
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AUTOMATIC POWER OFF (APO)
BATTERY SAVER
Automatic Power Off is a background function that
monitors whether any keys have been pressed, or
whether any control has been turned. After the
predetermined time passes with no operations, APO
turns OFF the power. However, 1 minute before the
power turns OFF, “APO” blinks and a series of warning
tones sound.
Battery Saver repeats switching the receive circuit ON
and OFF at a certain interval when no signal is present
and no key is pressed for approximately 10 seconds.
This function becomes passive whenever a signal is
received or any key is pressed.
Access Menu 1–2–1 (BAT SAVER) to select the desired
interval (power OFF duration). The default is 1.0
second.
Access Menu 1–2–2 (APO) and select 30 minutes
(default), 60 minutes, or OFF.
•
The selectable intervals are 0.2, 0.4, 0.6, 0.8, 1.0, 2.0, 3.0,
4.0, and 5.0 seconds plus OFF; selecting OFF switches the
function OFF.
12
Note:
◆
If a signal is received while APO is ON, the timer begins counting
again from 0.
◆
The APO timer does not operate while Tone Alert or any scan is being
used.
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6 Press [MENU] to exit Menu mode.
POWER-ON MESSAGE
You can also use the keypad to enter alphanumeric
characters in step 3. For example, each press of [TNC]
switches entry as A, B, C, a, b, c, then 2. Press [DUAL]
to switch 0 and space. Press [ENT] to switch among the
special ASCII characters.
Each time you switch the transceiver ON, “HELLO !!”
appears and stays for approximately 1 second. You can
program your favorite message in place of the factory
default.
1 Press [MENU] to enter Menu mode.
2 Press [1], [1], [1] to select “1–1–1 (PWR ON MSG)”.
TRANSCEIVER LOCK
•
The display for entering a message appears; the first
digit blinks.
This function prevents accidental changes, or
unauthorized individuals from changing the transceiver
settings.
Press [F] (1 s) to switch the function ON (or OFF).
12
•
A key icon appears when the function is ON.
STA CON
PACKET96BCONDUP
9
5
7
3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select a character.
•
You can enter alphanumeric characters plus special
ASCII characters.
4 Press [OK].
You may want to use the Tuning control or [UP]/ [DWN]
in Transceiver Lock mode. Access Menu 1–5–4 (TUNE
ENABLE) and select “ON”.
•
The cursor moves to the next digit.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to enter up to 8 digits.
•
•
•
•
Pressing [OK] after selecting the 8th digit completes the
programming.
To complete programming the message after entering
less than 8 digits, press [OK] twice.
Each press of [ESC] causes the cursor to move
backward.
Pressing [A/B] deletes the digit at which the cursor is
blinking.
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TX INHIBIT
ADVANCED INTERCEPT POINT (AIP)
You can disable the transmit function to prevent
unauthorized individuals from transmitting, or to
eliminate the risk of accidentally transmitting by yourself.
The VHF band is often crowded in urban areas. AIP
helps eliminate interference and reduce audio distortion
caused by intermodulation. You may use this function
when operating on the VHF band. Access Menu 1–5–6
(TH-D7A) or Menu 1–5–8 (TH-D7E) and select “ON”.
Access Menu 1–5–5 (TX INHIBIT) and select “ON”.
•
Pressing the PTT switch after switching TX Inhibit ON
causes the transceiver to generate an error beep and
display “TX INHIBIT!”.
Note:
12
◆
◆
This transceiver does not allow you to use the AIP on the UHF band.
Switching ON the AIP also affects the VHF sub-band on band B.
SWITCHING AM/FM MODE (TH-D7A ONLY)
SWITCHING TX DEVIATION (TH-D7E ONLY)
This transceiver allows you to select AM or FM mode to
receive on the 118 MHz band. The default is AM.
This transceiver is capable of switching the VHF band to
narrow transmit deviation. Access Menu 1–5–7 (144Tx
NARROW) and select “ON”.
1 Select the 118 MHz band.
2 Press [F], [6] to switch between AM and FM.
•
The 1 MHz decimal becomes long when AM mode is
selected.
Note: When using the VHF band to transmit packets, do not switch the
function ON.
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PACKET OPERATION
Packet is a unit of data transmitted as a whole from one
PBBS
computer to another on a network. Packets can be
transmitted on radio waves as well as on
communications lines. Besides a transceiver and a
computer, all you need is a terminal node controller
(TNC). A TNC converts packets to audio tones and vice
versa as one of its tasks. This transceiver has a built-in
TNC.
Mail box
Bulletin board
A variety of packet applications developed by hams
include packet bulletin board systems (PBBSs). PBBSs
are created and maintained by volunteers called a
System Operator (SysOp). You may access one of your
local PBBSs to send e-mail, download a file, or obtain
various useful information. Thousands of PBBSs, which
have formed a worldwide network, relay e-mail to its
intended destination around the world. First find out the
call signs and frequencies used by your local PBBSs.
Reference material for starting packet operation should
be available at any store that handles Amateur Radio
equipment.
Data library
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Note:
◆
◆
Not all functions available via conventional TNCs are supported by
the TNC built in this transceiver.
Packet operation, easily affected by transmit and receive conditions,
requires a full-scale S-meter reading for reliable communication.
When the S-meter reads less than maximum during 9600 bps
operation, communication errors are frequent.
◆
◆
This transceiver is incapable of functioning as a digipeater.
“
” indicates packets to be transmitted still remain in the buffer.
TH-D7E Only: When using the VHF band to transmit packets, do not
select the narrow transmit deviation {page 51}.
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CONNECTING WITH A PERSONAL COMPUTER
OPERATING TNC
You can use an optional PG-4W cable to connect the
transceiver with a personal computer. For this cable,
contact your authorized KENWOOD dealer.
This transceiver has a built-in TNC which conforms to
the AX.25 protocol. This protocol is used for
communications between TNCs. The TNC accepts data
from your personal computer and assembles it into
packets. It then converts packets to audio tones which
the transceiver can transmit. The TNC also takes audio
tones from the transceiver, converts them to data for the
computer, and checks for errors in the data.
Note: Turn OFF the transceiver power before making the connection.
To PC jack
The TNC mainly functions in Command or Converse
mode. First learn the difference between these two
modes.
PG-4W
To COM port
•
Command mode
13
When you select Packet mode, the TNC enters this
mode. A “cmd:” prompt appears on the computer
screen. You can type commands from the computer
keyboard to change the settings on the TNC. When
in Converse mode, press [Ctrl]+[C] on the keyboard
to restore the Command mode.
2.5 mm (1/10")
DB-9 connector
Pin No. Pin Name
3-conductor plug
RXD2
GND
TXD
RXD
t
e
w
•
Converse mode
TXD1 GND3
The TNC enters this mode when a linkage with the
target station is established. On the computer
keyboard, type an appropriate command and if
necessary a message, then press [Enter] or
[Return]. What you type is converted into packets
and transmitted over the air. When in Command
mode, type CONVERSE to restore the Converse
mode; you can also type CONV or K instead.
1
To RXD on PC
2
To TXD on PC
3
To GND on PC
Note: When the built-in TNC is ON, some internal frequency
relationships may induce an internal heterodyne and cause the squelch
to be opened unexpectedly. Shifting the interference will solve this
problem. Press [TNC]+ POWER ON to access “BEAT SHIFT”. Press
[UP]/ [DWN] to select “UPPER”. Press [OK] to complete the setting.
The default is “NORMAL”.
For the commands supported by the built-in TNC, see
“TNC COMMANDS LIST” on page 99.
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PREPARATION FLOW
y To select 9600 bps as the transfer rate from/to the
target station, type HBAUD (or HB) 9600 and
press [Enter] or [Return]. The default is
1200 bps.
The following steps should guide you to a good start of
packet operation. The shaded steps indicate operations
on your personal computer. First connect the
transceiver to the personal computer {page 53}.
•
You must select the same transfer rate as the target
station.
Note: You may switch Battery Saver OFF {page 49} to prevent the initial
portion of a received packet from being missed.
u Type MYCALL (or MY) then your call sign (9 digits
max.) and press [Enter] or [Return] to set your
call sign on the TNC.
q Install an appropriate communications program on
the personal computer.
•
A variety of freeware or shareware programs can be
obtained in various ways. Consult your reference
material or other “packeteers”.
•
You cannot use the default setting (NOCALL).
i Tune to an appropriate frequency.
13
•
First you may want to monitor packets which are
transmitted among other stations. When packets
are received, text appears and the computer screen
scrolls.
w Initiate the communications program and set the
following parameters on the personal computer:
• Transfer rate (TNC <–> Computer): 9600 bps
• Data length: 8 bit
• Stop bit: 1 bit
• Parity: Non
• Flow control: Xon/Xoff
o To connect with the target station, type
CONNECT (or C) then its call sign and press
[Enter] or [Return].
•
When a linkage is established, a message which
informs you of it appears on the computer screen;
e Access Menu 1–4–1 to select band A or B as the
data band {page 55}.
on the transceiver display, “
” appears.
•
If packets from other stations keep your squelch
open, adjust the squelch level in advance. The TNC
cannot transmit in such a situation.
r Press [TNC] to switch ON the TNC.
•
“
” appears.
!
0
Send appropriate commands and, if necessary,
messages to the target station via the TNC.
t Press [TNC] again to enter Packet mode.
•
“PACKET” also appears.
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SELECTING DATA BAND
FULL DUPLEX
This transceiver is capable of receiving packet data on
one band (data band) while receiving audio on another
band. Select band A or B as the data band for receiving
or transmitting packets. “ ” indicates the current data
band; the default is band A.
This transceiver is also capable of simultaneously
transmitting and receiving signals. So, it is possible to
transmit audio on the current band while receiving
packet data on another band (data band).
Press [DUP] to enter Full Duplex mode.
Access Menu 1–4–1 (DATA BAND) and select band A or
B.
•
“DUP” appears.
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PACKET96BCON
9
5
7
13
To exit Full Duplex mode, press [DUP] again.
You can also select the method for inhibiting the built-in
TNC from transmitting. Access Menu 1–4–2 (DCD
SENSE) and select one of the two methods.
Note:
◆
◆
You cannot use the Full Duplex function after recalling the VHF band
on band B or blanking one band.
When using the Full Duplex function, connect an earphone to the SP
jack. Using an earphone will prevent feedback that can cause the
transceiver to emit a howling sound.
D BAND ONLY:
The TNC does not transmit when signals are present on
the data band.
BOTH BANDS:
The TNC does not transmit when signals are present on
the data band or another band.
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DX PACKETCLUSTERS MONITOR
DX PacketClusters are networks which consist of nodes
Each time new DX cluster data is received, the frequency
display is interrupted to show information as below:
and stations who are interested in DXing and contesting.
If one station finds a DX station on the air, he (or she)
sends a notice to his (or her) node. Then this node
passes the information to all its local stations besides
another node. This transceiver can display received DX
information and hold the latest information on up to 10
DX stations. Use this function to monitor the latest DX
information in your local area. You cannot send DX
information to a node, using the function.
STA CON
96BCONDUP
9
5
7
Frequency
Time
•
•
The transceiver restores the frequency display after
approximately 10 seconds pass or when you press any key.
When duplicate DX cluster data is received, the frequency
display is not interrupted. “dD” and a call sign will appear at
the bottom of the display.
14
To scroll through up to 10 sets of DX information, press
[LIST] twice, then press [UP]/ [DWN].
Node
Node
•
Press [OK] to access an attached comment (20 characters
Node
max.).
Station
1 Access Menu 1–4–1 (DATA BAND) to select band A or B.
2 Tune to the frequency of the target PacketCluster node.
3 Press [TNC] to switch ON the TNC.
Comment
Press [LIST] to restore the frequency display.
•
Note:
•
“
” appears.
◆
◆
The information is cleared when the transceiver power is turned OFF.
This transceiver beeps each time it receives new or duplicate DX
cluster data. You may access Menu 1–5–3 (BEEP) to change this
setting. The default is “ALL”. See the table on page 63.
STA CON
96BCONDUP
9
5
7
◆
Before tuning to a PacketCluster node, switch the APRS Beacon
function OFF {page 74}; otherwise, unintentional APRS packet
transmission will annoy PacketCluster nodes and stations.
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SLOW-SCAN TELEVISION (SSTV) WITH VC-H1
Slow-scan Television (SSTV) is a popular application for
Use the following Menu Nos. to program information and
select its color.
transmitting still images over the air from one station to
another. The VC-H1 is an optional portable unit which
includes all requirements for SSTV; a slow-scan
converter, a CCD camera, and a LCD monitor. You can
transmit or receive full-color images just by connecting
the VC-H1 to this transceiver. For further information on
the VC-H1, see the instruction manual for the VC-H1.
3–1 MY CALL
Call sign (8 digits max.)
Color for call sign
3–2 MY CALL COL
3–3 MESSAGE
Message (9 digits max.)
3–4 MESSAGE COL Color for message
From this transceiver you can enter and superimpose a
message, an RSV report, and a call sign onto an image
on the VC-H1 monitor. You can also select colors for
those information.
3–5 RSV
RSV report (10 digits max.)
Color for RSV report
3–6 RSV COLOR
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In addition, you can use Menu 3–8 (TX MODE) to
program a SSTV mode for the VC-H1. First connect the
transceiver to the VC-H1 and switch ON both the
transceiver and VC-H1. Press [MENU], [3], [8]. The
SSTV mode currently set on the VC-H1 appears. Press
[UP]/ [DWN] to select the desired mode, then press
[OK] to change the setting on the VC-H1. The
selectable SSTV modes are as follows:
Note: Use an optional PG-4V cable to connect the VC-H1 to this
transceiver. For this cable, contact your authorized KENWOOD dealer.
The cable that comes with the VC-H1 allows only image transfer from/ to
other stations.
•
•
•
•
•
Robot (color) 36
AVT 90
Scottie S1
Martin M1
Fast FM
•
•
•
•
Robot (color) 72
AVT 94
Scottie S2
Martin M2
Note:
PG-4V
◆
Switch OFF both the transceiver and VC-H1 before making the
connection.
◆
When the VC-H1 is too close to the transceiver, transmitting at high
power using the provided antenna may cause malfunction. This is
caused by unwanted feedback.
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5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to enter up to 8 digits (call
ENTERING CALL SIGN/ MESSAGE/ RSV
sign), 9 digits (message), or 10 digits (RSV report).
Use the following procedures to enter a call sign, a
message, or an RSV report. RSV stands for readability,
signal strength, and video. If you receive a clear image
free from noise, the RSV report should be 595.
•
•
•
•
Pressing [OK] after selecting the last digit completes the
programming.
To complete programming after entering less than the
maximum digits, press [OK] twice.
Note: The only difference among Menus 3–1, 3–3, and 3–5 is the
maximum number of digits that you can enter. So you may enter another
message using Menu 3–5, for example.
Each press of [ESC] causes the cursor to move
backward.
Pressing [A/B] deletes the digit at which the cursor is
blinking.
1 Press [MENU] to enter Menu mode.
6 Press [MENU] to exit Menu mode.
2 Press [3], [1] to select “3–1 (MY CALL)”, or [3], [3] to
select “3–3 (MESSAGE)”, or [3], [5] to select “3–5
(RSV)”.
You can also use the keypad to enter alphanumeric
characters in step 3. For example, each press of [TNC]
switches entry as A, B, C, then 2. Press [DUAL] to
switch 0 and space. Press [ENT] to switch among the
special ASCII characters.
•
The display for entering characters appears; the first
digit blinks.
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STA CON
STA CON
PACKET96BCONDUP
PACKET96BCONDUP
Readability
1 Unreadable
Video
1 Unrecognizable
2 Barely recognizable
9
9
5
7
5
7
2 Barely readable
Readable with considerable
difficulty
Readable with practically no
difficulty
Recognizable with
3
3
STA CON
PACKET96BCONDUP
considerable difficulty
9
5
7
Recognizable with
practically no difficulty
4
4
5 Perfectly readable
5 Perfectly recognizable
Signal Strength
1 Faint signals barely perceptible 6 Good signals
3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select a character.
•
You can enter 0 to 9, A to Z, space, !, ?, –, and /.
Moderately strong
signals
2 Very weak signals
7
4 Press [OK].
3 Weak signals
4 Fair signals
8 Strong signals
•
The cursor moves to the next digit.
9 Extremely strong signals
5 Fairly good signals
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SELECTING COLOR FOR CALL SIGN/ MESSAGE/ RSV
EXECUTING SUPERIMPOSITION
You can select white (default), black, blue, red, magenta,
green, cyan, or yellow to color the call sign, message, or
RSV report.
After connecting the VC-H1 to this transceiver, use the
following procedure to execute superimposition. First
recall the desired image on the VC-H1.
1 Press [MENU] to enter Menu mode.
1 Press [MENU] to enter Menu mode.
2 Press [3], [2] to select “3–2 (MY CALL COL)”, or [3],
[4] to select “3–4 (MESSAGE COL)”, or [3], [6] to
select “3–6 (RSV COLOR)”.
2 Press [3], [7] to select “3–7 (SUPERIMPOSE)”.
STA CON
PACKET96BCONDUP
9
5
7
STA CON
STA CON
PACKET96BCONDUP
PACKET96BCONDUP
9
9
5
7
5
7
15
•
“EXECUTING” appears and data transfer starts.
STA CON
PACKET96BCONDUP
9
5
7
3 Press [MENU] to exit Menu mode.
Note: Switch OFF both the transceiver and VC-H1 before making the
connection.
3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select the color.
4 Press [OK] to complete the setting.
5 Press [MENU] to exit Menu mode.
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1 Press [MENU] to enter Menu mode.
VC-H1 CONTROL
2 Press [3], [9] to select “3–9 (VC SHUTTER)”.
If you have another transceiver that has the Tone
function, you can use it as a remote control for the
VC-H1. Transmit a subaudible tone from the remote
control to this transceiver connected with the VC-H1 for
more than 1 second. Then this transceiver causes the
VC-H1 to capture an image, executes the
superimposition, and transmits the image to the target
station. You must select the same tone frequency on
both transceivers; on this transceiver, program a CTCSS
frequency {page 39}.
STA CON
PACKET96BCONDUP
9
5
7
3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to switch the function ON (or OFF).
STA CON
PACKET96BCONDUP
Note:
9
5
7
◆
◆
If you have made no entry for superimposition, superimposition will
not be executed.
15
“EXECUTING” appears and blinks on this transceiver while a series
of operations is in progress.
4 Press [OK] to complete the setting.
•
Switching the function ON activates the CTCSS; “CT”
appears.
5 Press [MENU] to exit Menu mode.
The following table concludes the settings you must confirm:
TH-D7 and
remote control
The current frequency is the
same as the target station.
TH-D7 and
remote control
1
The tone frequencies match .
Remote control
VC-H1
The Tone function is ON.
2
The power is ON .
1
2
For the TH-D7, use F–4 (CTCSS FREQ) {page 39}.
The camera and LCD monitor must not be left ON.
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AUTOMATIC PACKET/ POSITION REPORTING SYSTEM
The Automatic Packet/ Position Reporting System
(APRS ) is a software program and registered
This transceiver includes a TNC and a program for
dealing with data formats supported by the APRS. Its
display shows information each time correct APRS data
is received; you do not need a computer. It also allows
you to manually enter position data (latitude/ longitude)
to transmit; use this function if you do not have a GPS
receiver. Besides position data this transceiver can
receive or transmit the following information:
trademark of Bob Bruninga, WB4APR. He has made
packet communications much more exciting than before.
This program allows you to track mobile stations on a
map which you recall on a computer screen. Imagine
seeing one mobile station moving on the map which can
be scaled from .5 to 2000 miles. You also may be
tracked on the computer screen of another station.
Stations to be tracked must transmit beacons at certain
intervals. To track other stations, you usually need a
computer running the APRS, a transceiver, and a TNC.
To have them track you, you also need a GPS receiver.
It receives signals from the satellites to inform you of
your current geographical position. GPS stands for
Global Positioning System. The APRS interprets the
National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) data
strings coming from the GPS receiver. For further
information, consult Internet Web pages relating to the
APRS. You may use one of the Internet search engines
to find correct URLs.
1
Station icon
Weather reporting
Status text
Position comment
2
2
Moving speed
Moving direction
16
1
2
Receive only
Can be transmitted only when using a GPS receiver.
This transceiver has a PC jack and GPS jack to connect
with a personal computer and a GPS receiver. This
manual, however, does not describe APRS
communications which require these equipment.
Note:
◆
Turn OFF the transceiver power before making the connections.
◆
The GPS jack also accepts a 2.5 mm (1/10") 3-conductor plug. You
may use the provided cable {page 1} to modify the cable end of your
GPS receiver. The connection of each conductor (TXD/ RXD/ GND)
is the same as the plug on the PG-4W {page 53}.
To COM port
GPS receiver
PG-4W
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OPERATION FLOW
u Access Menu 2–3 to enter latitude and longitude
data {page 68}.
The following steps should guide you to a good start of
APRS operation.
i Access Menu 2–4 to select from 8 position
q Press [TNC] to switch ON the TNC.
comments {page 69}.
•
“
” appears.
o If you want, access Menu 2–6 to enter status
text using up to 20 alphanumeric characters
{page 70}.
w Access Menu 1–4–1 to select band A or B as the
data band {page 55}.
e On the data band select the same frequency as
!
!
!
!
0
1
2
3
If you want, access Menu 2–A to program a group
code {page 71}.
other stations in your group.
•
You may tune to the frequency of an appropriate
digipeater {page 72}.
If necessary, access Menu 2–8 to program a
packet path {page 72}.
Now you are ready to receive APRS data from other
stations. Refer to “RECEIVING APRS DATA”
{page 63}. To transmit your APRS data, proceed to
step r.
Access Menu 2–9 to select the operation method
for transmitting beacons {page 74}.
If you selected “PTT” or “AUTO” in step !
access Menu 2–7 to select the interval for
transmitting beacons {page 75}.
2,
16
r Access Menu 2–1 to program your call sign
(9 digits max.) {page 66}.
t If you have connected a GPS receiver, access
Menu 2–2 and select “NMEA”. The default is
“NOT USED”.
!
4
Press [BCON]. If you selected “PTT” in step !
then press and release the PTT switch. See
page 74.
2,
y Access Menu 2–5 to select your station icon
Note: When using your personal computer, set the same communication
parameters as Packet Operation {page 54}. On the transceiver, press
[TNC] twice to enter Packet mode; “PACKET” should appear.
{page 67}.
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RECEIVING APRS DATA
Indicator
Meaning
What is Included?
Each time new APRS data is received, the frequency
display is interrupted to show information as below:
Same comment as the
previous one from the
same station
Duplicate position
comment
dP
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5
7
Duplicate status Status text already
dS
>P
text
received
Position
comment
Data from a station
outside the selected
range {page 75}
(or status text)
Beyond position
limit
•
•
The received APRS data may include information on an
object such as a hurricane or tornado. In this case, the
name of the object appears instead of a call sign.
Request for sending
information
Q ?1
??
Query
The transceiver restores the frequency display after
approximately 10 seconds pass or when you press any key.
Packet that cannot be decoded
16
1
The transceiver automatically transmits the appropriate
information in approximately 2 minutes after receiving a
request.
Note: When you receive APRS data that you transmitted, the frequency
display is not interrupted. “MY PACKET” will appear at the bottom of the
display. This could happen when one or more digipeaters {page 72} are
used.
Note: The APRS programs for PCs have entry fields for a position
comment and status text. The data entered to these two fields are
transmitted as separate packets.
If a received packet does not include new (or proper)
APRS data, the frequency display is not interrupted. An
indicator such as “dP” appears depending on the types
of data. See the table.
This transceiver beeps each time it receives new or
duplicate APRS data. You may access Menu 1–5–3
(BEEP) to change this setting. The default is “ALL”.
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New APRS
Data
Duplicate
APRS Data
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Selections Key Pressed
OFF
KEY
No beep
Beep
No beep
No beep
No beep
No beep
No beep
Beep
KEY+NEW
DATA
Beep
Beep
Beep
Beep
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4 Press [OK] repeatedly until you can access the
ACCESSING RECEIVED APRS DATA
desired information.
This transceiver is capable of receiving and storing
APRS data from up to 40 stations in memory. You can
select the desired station and access the desired
information, by switching the display.
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1 Press [LIST].
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The display for selecting a station appears.
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You may press [ESC] to restore the previous display.
The numbers beside the call signs indicate the order in
which data is received. The data received last is
assigned 1.
5 Press [LIST] twice to restore the frequency display.
You may want to delete all information of the desired
station. Press [A/B] instead of [OK] in step 3 or 4.
“DELETE?” appears. Press [OK] to delete the
information.
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To delete the information of all stations, press [A/B] (1 s)
in step 2. “DELETE ALL?” appears. Press [OK]. Then
“ARE YOU OK?” appears. Press [OK] again to delete
the information.
2 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select the desired station.
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The types of information accessible in step 4 differ
depending on the types of stations. For details, see the
next page.
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5
7
Note:
◆
◆
◆
When data from the 41st station is received, the oldest data in
memory is replaced by that data.
3 Press [OK].
Each time new APRS data is received from the same station, the old
data from that station (in memory) is replaced by new data.
•
The display for accessing the desired information
appears.
When APRS data is received with a GPS receiver connected,
included position data is sent to the receiver; the NMEA-0183
($GPWPL) format is used. This data is registered in the Waypoint
List of the receiver; the right 6 digits of the call sign is used as a name
(ex. for KJ6HC-3, J6HC-3).
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This transceiver is capable of displaying the following 18
icons as station IDs. When icon data other than these is
received, the display will show an icon code such as /$ or \$.
Some icons may appear with characters if the received
icon data includes them. The following are examples:
The following icons show the directions of stations relative
to your position. For example, “ ” indicates the other
station is located at the northeast relative to your position.
q Position
q Grid square locator q Latitude/ longitude
comment
w Distance from
the station
data
(or status text)
N: North S: South
W: West E: East
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(mile or km)
Mobile station
Fixed station
Fixed station 1
0.0 to 9999 miles (or km) are shown for distances from
other stations. “xxxxmi” (or “xxxxkm”) is shown for
distances over 9999 miles (or km).
q Moving direction
w Moving speed
m: Mile/hour
q Transmit power
w Height of antenna
(elevation)
’ : Feet M: Meter
e Antenna gain
r Antenna directivity
omni: Omnidirectional
q Transmit range
(mile or km)
1
k: km/hour
Using compressed
APRS data format
On this transceiver the default units for distance and
temperature are mile and °F. You can also change these
units to kilometer and °C. Access Menu 2–C (UNIT) and
select “km, °C”.
Weather station
Object {page 63}
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q Wind direction
w Wind speed
m: Mile/hour
q Call sign
k: km/hour
e Temperature
F: ° F c: °C
r
Amount of rainfall in
Note: You cannot separately change the units of distance and
temperature.
the past hour (" or mm)
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You can also use the keypad to enter alphanumeric
characters in step 3. For example, each press of [TNC]
switches entry as A, B, C, then 2. Press [ENT] to enter
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PROGRAMMING A CALL SIGN
To transmit APRS data, first program your call sign using
a maximum of 9 alphanumeric characters.
1 Press [MENU] to enter Menu mode.
Note: Unless you program a call sign, you cannot transmit APRS data.
2 Press [2], [1] to select “2–1 (MY CALL)”.
•
The display for entering characters appears; the first
digit blinks. The default is “NOCALL”.
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3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select a character.
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You can enter 0 to 9, A to Z, and –.
4 Press [OK].
•
The cursor moves to the next digit.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to enter up to 9 digits.
•
•
•
•
Pressing [OK] after selecting the 9th digit completes the
programming.
To complete programming after entering less than 9
digits, press [OK] twice.
Each press of [ESC] causes the cursor to move
backward.
Pressing [A/B] deletes the digit at which the cursor is
blinking.
6 Press [MENU] to exit Menu mode.
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SELECTING YOUR STATION ICON
KENWOOD
Jogger
SSTV
Triangle
Jeep
Select an icon which will be displayed on the monitors of
other stations as your ID. You may select an icon
depending on your current location.
Aircraft
Recreation
vehicle
Home
Boat
1 Press [MENU] to enter Menu mode.
Portable
(tent)
Car
Truck
Van
2 Press [2], [5] to select “2–5 (ICON)”.
Yacht
Motorcycle
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APRS supports approximately 200 icons. It allows users
to select each icon by specifying a combination of two
ASCII codes, for example, / and !. One is a symbol
code, and the other is a table identification code (either /
or \). If you select “OTHERS” in step 3, you can proceed
to steps for specifying combinations of two codes. This
method is described in the separate manual (document
file) that comes with an optional PG-4W cable. This
manual describes the APRS in further details.
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3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select from 15 icons plus
“OTHERS”.
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The following 15 icons are selectable:
4 Press [OK].
5 Press [MENU] to exit Menu mode.
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8 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to switch between west longitude
ENTERING LATITUDE/ LONGITUDE DATA
(default) and east longitude.
This transceiver allows you to manually enter latitude
and longitude data to transmit to other stations.
9 Press [OK].
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The degree digits blink.
1 Press [MENU] to enter Menu mode.
10 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select data for degrees.
•
You may press [POS] instead. Then you can skip
step 2.
11 Press [OK].
2 Press [2], [3] to select “2–3 (My Pos)”.
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The minute digits blink.
12 Repeat steps 10 and 11 to select data for minutes
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5
7
Grid square
locator
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3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to switch between north latitude
(default) and south latitude.
4 Press [OK].
13 Press [MENU] to exit Menu mode.
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The degree digits blink.
Note:
◆
◆
◆
If have selected “NMEA” in Menu 2–2, pressing [POS] does not allow
you to access the display for entering latitude/ longitude data. The
position data received via the GPS receiver most lately will be
displayed.
5 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select data for degrees.
6 Press [OK].
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The minute digits blink.
If using a GPS receiver, you can also copy the measured data to the
position entry display for Menu 2–3. Press [POS] to display the
measured data, then press [OK]. “COPY to MENU?” appears.
Press [OK] again.
7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 to select data for minutes
(down to one hundredth digit).
Grid squares were developed to shortly identify locations anywhere
on the Earth. The world is first divided into 324 areas (AA ~ RR)
called “fields”. Each field is then divided into 100 “squares” (00 ~ 99).
Each square is further divided into 576 “sub-squares” (AA ~ XX).
The world is eventually divided into 18, 662, 400 grids; each grid is
expressed with 6 digits.
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The selectable comments are listed below:
SELECTING A POSITION COMMENT
Off Duty (default)
En Route
Committed
The APRS data which you transmit always include one
of the 8 predetermined position comments. Select an
appropriate comment depending on your situation.
1
Special
1
In Service
Priority
1 Press [MENU] to enter Menu mode.
2
Returning
Emergency!
2 Press [2], [4] to select “2–4 (POS COMMENT)”.
1
2
Selecting these comments will highlight your station on all
other APRS computer displays.
Select this comment only when absolutely necessary. You
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3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select the desired comment.
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4 Press [OK] to complete the setting.
5 Press [MENU] to exit Menu mode.
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5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to enter up to 20 digits.
ENTERING STATUS TEXT
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•
•
•
Pressing [OK] after selecting the 20th digit completes
the programming.
You can also transmit any comment (status text) with the
latitude/ longitude data. If you want, enter a desired
comment using a maximum of 20 alphanumeric
characters.
To complete programming a comment after entering less
than 20 digits, press [OK] twice.
Each press of [ESC] causes the cursor to move
backward.
Note: Attaching a long comment can double the size and length of the
packet. Enter a comment only if necessary.
Pressing [A/B] deletes the digit at which the cursor is
blinking.
1 Press [MENU] to enter Menu mode.
2 Press [2], [6] to select “2–6 (STATUS TEXT)”.
6 Press [MENU] to exit Menu mode.
•
The display for entering a comment appears; the first
digit blinks.
You can also use the keypad to enter alphanumeric
characters in step 3. For example, each press of [TNC]
switches entry as A, B, C, a, b, c, then 2. Press [DUAL]
to switch 0 and space. Press [ENT] to switch among the
special ASCII characters.
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5
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3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select a character.
•
You can enter alphanumeric characters plus special
ASCII characters.
4 Press [OK].
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The cursor moves to the next digit.
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Note: Menu 2–A allows you to enter up to 9 digits (not 6 digits) because
of possible future enhancement of the group code system.
PROGRAMMING A GROUP CODE
Using a group code relieves you from receiving
unwanted packets. The APRS on this transceiver
supports the following three types of group codes.
1 Press [MENU] to enter Menu mode.
2 Press [2], [A] to select “2–A (UNPROTOCOL)”.
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The display for entering characters appears; the first
digit blinks. The default is APK001 (All calls).
All calls:
Program a 6-digit code that always starts with AP. You
will receive all APRS packets which include AP in group
codes. It does not matter whether or not the subsequent
4 digits match. The default on this transceiver is
APK001; K001 stands for KENWOOD Ver.1.
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Note: APRS packets, which are generated via various methods, include
various codes instead of group codes. Using “All calls” allows you to
receive packets which include the following codes.
3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select a character.
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You can enter 0 to 9, A to Z, and –.
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GPS
ALL
SYM
QST
CQ
ID
BEACON
SPCL
4 Press [OK].
•
The cursor moves to the next digit.
SKYWRN MAIL
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to enter up to 9 digits.
Special:
•
•
•
•
Pressing [OK] after selecting the 9th digit completes the
programming.
Enter “SPCL”. You will receive only APRS packets that
include SPCL as a group code. This code is generally
programmed by all stations at a special event.
To complete programming after entering less than
9 digits, press [OK] twice.
Each press of [ESC] causes the cursor to move
backward.
Alternate net:
Pressing [A/B] deletes the digit at which the cursor is
blinking.
Program any other code with a maximum of 6 digits.
You will receive only APRS packets that include the
exact same code. In order to reject other packets, this
code should not include characters specified by the
above two types.
6 Press [MENU] to exit Menu mode.
You can also use the keypad to enter alphanumeric
characters in step 3. For example, each press of [TNC]
switches entry as A, B, C, then 2. Press [ENT] to enter
–.
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1 Press [MENU] to enter Menu mode.
PROGRAMMING A PACKET PATH
2 Press [2], [8] to select “2–8 (PACKET PATH)”.
A packet path specifies how APRS data should be
transferred via one or more repeaters. A repeater, which
is used for packet transfer, is commonly called a
digipeater. This came from a digital repeater. A
digipeater is usually located on a mountain top or high
building. Unlike a voice repeater, it operates on a
simplex frequency. Each volunteer who installs a
digipeater declares his (or her) digipeater to be a “wide”
type or “relay” type. Generally a wide-type digipeater
transmits packets over much greater distances than a
relay-type one.
•
The display for entering characters appears; the first
digit blinks.
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3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select a character.
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You can enter 0 to 9, A to Z, , (comma), and –.
The APRS supports various methods for specifying a
packet path. Some of those methods are described on
4 Press [OK].
the next page. This transceiver allows you to edit a path
using a maximum of 32 alphanumeric characters. The
•
The cursor moves to the next digit.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to enter up to 32 digits.
default is “RELAY,WIDE” that is one of the common
settings. A comma must be put between each
parameter.
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•
•
•
•
Pressing [OK] after selecting the 32nd digit completes
the programming.
To complete programming after entering less than 32
digits, press [OK] twice.
Note: This transceiver is incapable of functioning as a digipeater.
Each press of [ESC] causes the cursor to move
backward.
Pressing [A/B] deletes the digit at which the cursor is
blinking.
6 Press [MENU] to exit Menu mode.
You can also use the keypad to enter alphanumeric
characters in step 3. For example, each press of [TNC]
switches entry as A, B, C, then 2. Press [ENT] to switch
between , and –.
Wide-type
Relay-type
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Let us describe four basic methods for editing a packet
path.
Number of
digipeaters
Parameter
Direction
Method 1 (Specific path):
1
2
1
All
All
Program the call signs of one or more digipeaters in the
sequence of transfer relay; ex. “KD6ZZV,KF6RJZ”.
2
3
3
All
Method 2 (Generic path):
4
4
All
Program “RELAY” and/or “WIDE”; ex. “RELAY,WIDE”. In
this example, APRS data is transferred to any relay-type
digipeater near your position first, then to any wide-type
digipeater. You can also program more than one
“WIDE”. If you enter “WIDE,WIDE” for example, APRS
data will be transferred to any wide-type near your
position first, then to another wide-type. This method
relieves you from specifying the call signs of digipeaters.
5
5
All
6
6
All
7
7
All
8
2 (or more) 1
2 (or more) 1
2 (or more) 1
North
South
East
West
North
South
East
West
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Method 3 (WIDEN-N path):
10
11
12
13
14
15
1
Program “WIDEN-N”, where both Ns indicate the number
of wide-type digipeaters to be used for relay. If you enter
“WIDE3-3” for example, APRS data will be relayed by
three digipeaters in any direction.
2 (or more)
Many 2
Many 2
Many 2
Many 2
Note: This method is supported only by advanced APRS networks.
Method 4 (SSID path):
1
2
Program a single number 1 to 15. You can easily specify
the number of digipeaters that will be used for relay. You
can also specify which directions of digipeaters relative
to your position will be used. See the table.
The first digipeater which receives your APRS data specifies
the entire route to the destination before forwarding; often 2
digipeaters are used in total.
The digipeater which receives your APRS data specifies the
call sign of the next digipeater before forwarding. This is
repeated until your APRS data reaches the destination.
Note: This method is supported only by advanced APRS networks.
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SELECTING BEACON TRANSMIT METHOD
Each press of [BCON] transmits the APRS
data.
MANUAL
Select the operation method for transmitting APRS data.
The table concludes how operations differ depending on
the selection:
1 Press [BCON] to switch the function
ON.
•
“BCON” appears and blinks.
1 Press [MENU] to enter Menu mode.
2 Press and hold the PTT switch, then
2 Press [2], [9] to select “2–9 (DATA TX)”.
speak into the microphone.
3 Release the PTT switch.
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Releasing the switch transmits the
APRS data.
PTT
•
You cannot retransmit the APRS data
unless the time selected in Menu 2–7
(TX INTERVAL) passes. Wait until
“BCON” starts blinking to indicate
transmitting is ready.
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3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select Manual (default), PTT, or
Auto.
4 To switch the function OFF, press
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5
7
1 Press [BCON] to switch the function
ON.
•
•
“BCON” appears.
Switching the function ON transmits the
APRS data once. After that, APRS data
is automatically transmitted at intervals
of the period selected in Menu 2–7 (TX
INTERVAL).
4 Press [OK] to complete the setting.
AUTO
5 Press [MENU] to exit Menu mode.
2 To switch the function OFF, press
[BCON] again.
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SELECTING BEACON TRANSMIT INTERVAL
RESTRICTING RECEPTION OF APRS DATA
Select an interval for automatically transmitting APRS
data. The default is 5 minutes.
If APRS is popular in your country, you may receive too
many APRS packets for a short period. If this disturbs
your APRS activities, specify a distance from your
location. You will not receive APRS data from stations
beyond this distance.
1 Press [MENU] to enter Menu mode.
2 Press [2], [7] to select “2–7 (TX INTERVAL)”.
1 Press [MENU] to enter Menu mode.
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2 Press [2], [B] to select “2–B (POS LIMIT)”
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3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select the desired interval.
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The selectable intervals are .5, 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 20, and 30
minutes.
3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select the desired distance.
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The selectable range is from 10 to 2500 in steps of 10,
plus OFF. The unit is mile or kilometer depending on the
selection in Menu 2–C (UNIT) {page 65}.
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5
7
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4 Press [OK] to complete the setting.
5 Press [MENU] to exit Menu mode.
Note:
◆
With “AUTO” in Menu 2–9 and Beacon ON, pressing [OK] in step 4
causes the APRS data to be immediately transmitted. After that, the
APRS data is transmitted at intervals of the selected period.
4 Press [OK] to complete the setting.
5 Press [MENU] to exit Menu mode.
◆
While signals are present, APRS data is not transmitted after the
interval. Approximately 2 seconds after signals drop, transmitting is
executed.
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APRS MESSAGE
The APRS supports a function for transmitting and
r Access Menu 2–1 to program your call sign
receiving a message independent of position reports.
You can transmit a message to a single station only or a
bulletin to all other stations in your group. If you specify
a station, the entered message is transmitted up to 5
times until a reception acknowledgment is returned.
(9 digits max.) {page 66}.
Now you are ready to receive a message from other
stations. Refer to “RECEIVING A MESSAGE”
{page 77}. To transmit a message, proceed to
step t.
Each message which you transmit can consist of up to
45 alphanumeric characters. A maximum of 16 incoming
or outgoing messages can be held in the message
memory.
t If necessary, access Menu 2–8 to program a
packet path {page 72}.
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y Enter a message (or bulletin) using up to 45
alphanumeric characters {page 79}.
The following steps should guide you to a good start of
APRS Message operation.
Completing step y causes the transceiver to automatically
transmit the message (or bulletin). If you send a message
(not a bulletin), a reception acknowledgment should be
returned; “ack” appears.
q Press [TNC] to switch ON the TNC.
•
“
” appears.
w Access Menu 1–4–1 to select band A or B as the
data band {page 55}.
e On the data band select the same frequency as
other stations in your group.
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You may tune to the frequency of an appropriate
digipeater {page 72}.
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When a duplicate message from the same station is
received, an error beep sounds. In addition, “dM” and a
call sign appear on the display.
RECEIVING A MESSAGE
Each time a proper message is received, the frequency
display is interrupted to show information as below:
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Indicator
•
When a message to other stations is received, “oM”
appears at the bottom left of the display.
•
•
The display shows only the first 24 characters of the message.
The transceiver restores the frequency display after
approximately 10 seconds pass or when you press any key.
This transceiver beeps each time it receives a new or
duplicate message. You may access Menu 1–5–3
(BEEP) to change this setting. The default is “ALL”.
•
“
” appears and stays at the bottom left of the display until
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you use the List function {page 78}.
New
Message
Duplicate
Message
Selections
Key Pressed
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OFF
KEY
No beep
Beep
No beep
No beep
Beep
No beep
No beep
No beep
Beep
KEY+NEW DATA
ALL
Beep
Beep
Beep
The following indicators appear depending on types of
received messages:
Note:
◆
This transceiver allows you to receive a message also when the
SSID does not match. However, it will not return a reception
acknowledgment.
0~9 1 A personal message to you
1
1
0~9 , A~Z A bulletin to all stations in your group
◆
When a message addressed to you is received, the transceiver
display and keypad are illuminated. If you do not press any key in
approximately 5 seconds, the light goes off.
!
A report by the National Weather Service
Reception acknowledgment to your
message
1
Sequence of message (or bulletin) packets from the same
station
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Besides the call sign and message, the display will show
the following types of information:
ACCESSING RECEIVED APRS MESSAGES
This transceiver is capable of storing a maximum of 16
messages in memory. You can access the desired
massage by switching the display.
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1 Press [MSG].
Message
2 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select “LIST”.
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e
9
5
7
q Message Type
A personal message to you
0~9 , A~Z A bulletin to all stations in your group
1
0~9
1
1
3 Press [OK].
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4 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select the desired station.
!
A report by the National Weather Service
•
Press [OK] to see the 25th and subsequent digits of the
message.
w RX or TX?
•
“ ” indicates the end of the message.
<–
A received message
A message for transmitting
5 Press [ESC] twice to restore the frequency display.
2
–>
Pressing [MSG] in step 4 allows you to enter a message
to be returned to the station. You can skip steps 1 to 6 in
“ENTERING A MESSAGE” {page 79}.
e Status
A message (or bulletin) not yet
transmitted 5 times
2
Note:
◆
The dedicated memory is used for storing both received messages
and messages for transmitting. Receiving a new message when the
memory is full causes the oldest message to be deleted. A message
A message for which a reception
acknowledgment was returned
2
not yet transmitted 5 times may be unexpectedly deleted. If “
”
A message (or bulletin) transmitted 5
times (For a message, a reception
acknowledgment was not returned.)
stays at the bottom left of the display when memory is full, a new
message does not replace the oldest message. This transceiver
returns a reject command and shows “rM” and a call sign at the
bottom of the display.
2
.
1
2
Sequence of message (or bulletin) packets from the same
station
These indicators appear for outgoing messages {page 80}.
◆
A message already transmitted can be easily sent to the same
station. Select the message in step 4 and press [MSG]. The call
sign and message are copied to the recalled entry display {page 79}.
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•
You may use the keypad. For example, each press of
[TNC] switches entry as A, B, C, then 2. Press [ENT] to
enter –.
ENTERING A MESSAGE
You can enter a message or bulletin using up to 45
alphanumeric characters. To transmit a message, first
enter the call sign of the target station. To transmit a
bulletin to all other stations in your group, enter “BLN
as the call sign; where must be any single
alphanumeric character. When the length of your
bulletin exceeds 45 digits, you may transmit more than
5 Press [OK].
•
The cursor moves to the next digit.
”
6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 to enter up to 9 digits.
•
Pressing [OK] after selecting the 9th digit causes the
cursor to move to the start of the next field.
one packet to send the entire bulletin. You can use to
indicate the sequence of the bulletin portions. For
example, you may program “BLN0” (or “BLNA”) to send
the first packet, then “BLN1” (or “BLNB”) to send the
second packet.
STA CON
96BCONDUP
9
5
7
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1 Press [MSG].
•
•
•
To complete programming the call sign after entering
less than 9 digits, press [OK] twice.
2 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select “INPUT”.
Each press of [ESC] causes the cursor to move
backward.
STA CON
96BCONDUP
9
5
7
Pressing [A/B] deletes the digit at which the cursor is
blinking.
7 Press [UP]/ [DWN], then [OK] to select the first digit
of a message (or bulletin).
•
3 Press [OK].
You may use the keypad. For example, each press of
[TNC] switches entry as A, B, C, a, b, c, then 2. Press
[ENT] to switch among the special ASCII characters.
•
The display for entering a call sign appears; the first digit
blinks.
STA CON
96BCONDUP
9
5
7
8 Repeat step 7 to enter a message (or bulletin) with up
to 45 digits.
•
•
To complete programming after entering less than 45
digits, press [OK] twice.
Completing step 8 causes the transceiver to
automatically transmit the message (or bulletin). If you
send a message (not a bulletin), a reception
acknowledgment should be returned; “ack” appears.
4 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select a character.
•
You can enter alphanumeric characters plus special
ASCII characters.
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The table given on page 78 also shows indicators that
appear for outgoing messages (or bulletins). “+” is
assigned to messages (or bulletins) that have not yet
been transmitted 5 times. You can also manually
transmit all of those regardless of the 5-minute timer.
TRANSMITTING A MESSAGE
When entry of a message (or bulletin) is completed, this
transceiver automatically transmits it 5 times (max.) at
intervals of 1 minute.
For a message:
1 Press [MSG].
The transceiver repeats transmitting up to 5 times until a
reception acknowledgment is returned.
2 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select “TRANSMIT”.
STA CON
96BCONDUP
9
5
7
STA CON
96BCONDUP
9
5
7
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3 Press [OK] to start transmitting.
For a bulletin:
•
After transmission, the frequency display is restored.
The transceiver always repeat transmitting 5 times. A
reception acknowledgment is not returned.
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WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL (TH-D7A ONLY)
If you also have a KENWOOD multi-band mobile
PREPARATION
transceiver, you can control one of its bands by sending
DTMF tones from this handy transceiver. You will find
this function useful when you want to control your mobile
transceiver from a location outside your vehicle.
Let us assume the VHF band of the mobile transceiver
will be controlled.
On the handy transceiver:
Note:
1 Press [PTT]+[VFO]+ POWER ON.
◆
◆
You can remotely control only the mobile transceivers that have both
the DTSS and Remote Control functions.
•
The current secret access code number appears. The
default is 000.
The FCC rules permit you to send control codes only on the 440 MHz
band.
STA CON
96BCONDUP
9
5
7
18
2 Press a numeric key 0 to 9 to enter a 3-digit secret
number.
•
You can also press [UP]/ [DWN] to select each digit.
Press [OK] (or [ESC]) to move the cursor to the next (or
previous) digit.
3 Press [OK] to complete the setting.
4 Select the UHF band.
5 Select the transmit frequency.
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6 Turn the transceiver power OFF.
CONTROL OPERATION
7 Press [PTT]+[MR]+ POWER ON.
When in Remote Control mode, the keys of the handy
transceiver will function as below. Each time you press
the desired key, the handy transceiver will automatically
enter transmit mode and send the corresponding
command to the mobile transceiver.
•
The transceiver enters Remote Control mode. “MOBILE
CTRL” appears.
STA CON
96BCONDUP
9
5
7
•
To exit Remote control mode, repeat steps 6 and 7.
On the mobile transceiver:
1
TM-V7A: REV ON/ OFF
Switches Cross-band Repeater ON/ OFF if the mobile
transceiver has the function.
2
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8 Program the DTSS code on the UHF band as the
secret number.
•
•
Select the same number as you selected in step 2.
To change the transmit/ receive frequency:
For the programming method, refer to the instruction
manual for the mobile transceiver.
([VFO] ➡ [ENT] ➡ [0] ~ [9] (enter the necessary digits)
➡ [ENT]) or ([VFO] ➡ [UP]/ [DWN])
9 Select the receive frequency on the UHF band.
To recall a memory channel:
•
Mate this frequency with the transmit frequency on the
handy transceiver.
([MR] ➡ [ENT] ➡ [0] ~ [9] (enter the necessary digits) ➡
[ENT]) or ([MR] ➡ [UP]/ [DWN])
10 Make the transceiver enter Remote Control mode.
To change the tone (or CTCSS) frequency:
•
For the method, refer to the instruction manual for the
mobile transceiver. If not described, consult your
authorized KENWOOD dealer, customer service, or
service center.
([TONE SEL] ➡ [0] ~ [9] (enter 2 digits; ex. [0], [5]) ➡
[TONE SEL])
•
•
Use Nos. 01 to 38 shown in the table in page 22.
Your mobile transceiver may require you to first activate the
Tone or CTCSS function. It may also allow you to program
a separate tone and CTCSS frequency. Check the
instruction manual for the mobile transceiver.
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SKY COMMAND 2 (TH-D7A ONLY)
The Sky Command 2 allows remote control of a
Both the Commander and Transporter use Full Duplex
function to transfer audio and commands as below:
TS-570D, TS-570S, or TS-870S HF transceiver. This
system requires two TH-D7As and the optional cables
which connect one TH-D7A to the HF transceiver. You
will use one TH-D7A as both a remote control and
speaker microphone. This TH-D7A is called
“Commander”. The TH-D7 connected with the HF
transceiver is called “Transporter”. It will function as an
interface between the Commander and the HF
transceiver. The Sky Command System allows you, for
example, to watch for and hunt DX while working around
the house, or to operate the HF transceiver while
relaxing in the living room or patio, instead of in the
shack.
VHF freq.
Audio
UHF freq.
Audio
Audios
Control commands
tResponse
Control commands
tResponse
Commander
Transporter
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Your shack
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CONNECTING THE TRANSPORTER WITH THE HF
TRANSCEIVER
You can use the optional cables (PG-4R) to connect the
Transporter with the HF transceiver. For these cables,
contact your authorized KENWOOD dealer.
I/O
unit
Note:
◆
◆
Switch OFF both the Transporter and HF transceiver before making
the connection.
2.5 mm (1/10")
3.5 mm (1/8")
The Transporter automatically transmits its call sign in Morse at
regular intervals because of the legal requirement; therefore, transmit
sidetone must be output from the HF transceiver. On TS-570D or
TS-570S, do not select “OFF” in Menu 21. On TS-870S, use the
MONI control to adjust the volume of sidetone.
I/O unit
GPS
◆
◆
When the Transporter is too close to the HF transceiver, unwanted
feedback may cause malfunction.
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Do not share a regulated power supply between the Transporter and
the HF transceiver. Unwanted feedback may cause malfunction.
You need not worry about
which end goes to which side
HF transceiver
COM connector
EXT SP jack
MIC connector
3.5 mm (1/8")
2-conductor plug
You may install appropriate noise
filters at the shown positions to
prevent unwanted feedback from
causing malfunction.
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PREPARATION FLOW
y On the Commander Access Menu 4–3 and select
and Transporter
the tone frequency {page 86}.
The following steps should guide you to a good start of
Sky Command operation. First connect the Transporter
to the HF transceiver {page 84}.
• Select the same tone frequency
on both transceivers.
• For the selectable frequencies,
see the table given on page 22.
q On the Commander Select the same VHF and UHF
and Transporter
frequencies.
u On the Commander Access Menu 4–4 and select
“COMMANDER”.
w On the Commander Access Menu 4–1 to program
a call sign (9 digits max.) for
• “PUSH [ 0 ] KEY TO START
COMMANDER!!” appears.
the Commander {page 86}.
• You may enter your exact call
sign; ex. WD6BQD.
i On the Transporter Access Menu 4–4 and select
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“TRANSPORTER”.
e On the Commander Access Menu 4–2 to program
a call sign (9 digits max.) for
• “TRANSPORTER” appears.
the Transporter {page 86}.
Now the Commander and Transporter are in Sky
Command mode. For operations in this mode, see
“CONTROL OPERATION” on page 87. First switch ON
the HF transceiver and press [SYNC] on the
Commander. To exit the Sky Command mode, access
Menu 4–4 and select “OFF”; press [F], [1] to switch the
Tone function OFF, and press [DUP] to exit Full Duplex
mode.
• This call sign must be different
from the one for the
Commander. So you may add
SSID characters; ex.
WD6BQD-1.
r On the Transporter
Access Menu 4–1 to program
the same call sign as you
entered in step w {page 86}.
Note:
◆
◆
◆
Unless you program call signs, you cannot select “COMMANDER” or
“TRANSPORTER” using Menu 4–4 .
On the HF transceiver, select 9600 bps and 1 stop bit (default) using
the Menu Setup function.
t On the Transporter
Access Menu 4–2 to program
the same call sign as you
entered in step e {page 86}.
Adjust the audio level on both the Transporter and HF transceiver.
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4 Press [OK].
PROGRAMMING CALL SIGNS
•
The cursor moves to the next digit.
The built-in TNCs of the Commander and Transporter
communicate each other when you send a control
command from the Commander. So you must program
different call signs (9 digits max.) on these transceivers
as the IDs of the TNCs.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to enter up to 9 digits.
•
•
•
•
Pressing [OK] after selecting the 9th digit completes the
programming.
To complete programming after entering less than 9
digits, press [OK] twice.
Use the following Menu Nos. to program call signs:
Each press of [ESC] causes the cursor to move
backward.
On Commander
Pressing [A/B] deletes the digit at which the cursor is
4–1
4–2
CMD CALL
TRP CALL
Call sign for Commander
Call sign for Transporter
blinking.
6 Press [MENU] to exit Menu mode.
On Transporter
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You can also use the keypad to enter alphanumeric
characters in step 3. For example, each press of [TNC]
switches entry as A, B, C, then 2. Press [ENT] to
enter –.
4–1
4–2
CMD CALL
TRP CALL
Call sign for Commander
Call sign for Transporter
1 Press [MENU] to enter Menu mode.
PROGRAMMING A TONE FREQUENCY
2 Press [4], [1] to select “4–1 (CMD CALL)”, or [4], [2]
On receiving a tone from the Commander, the
Transporter causes the HF transceiver to enter Transmit
mode. On both the Commander and Transporter,
access Menu 4–3 (TONE FREQ) and select the desired,
same tone frequency.
to select “4–2 (TRP CALL)”.
•
The display for entering characters appears; the first
digit blinks. The default is “NOCALL”.
STA CON
STA CON
96BCONDUP
96BCONDUP
9
9
5
7
5
7
STA CON
96BCONDUP
9
5
7
3 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select a character.
•
You can enter 0 to 9, A to Z, and –.
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CONTROL OPERATION
Key
Function
When in the Sky Command mode, the keys of the
Commander will function as below. Only the functions of
[LAMP], [MONI], and the VOL control will not change.
First switch ON the HF transceiver and press [SYNC] on
the Commander.
Tuning Frequency or memory channel number
control change
UP/ DWN RIT offset or XIT offset change
In VFO mode: VFO A/ VFO B switch
A/B
In Memory Recall mode: no change
POWER 1 Power ON/ OFF
Tuning
control
RX 1
MODE 1 Modulation mode switch
HF frequency receive ON/ OFF
RIT 1
XIT 1
RIT ON/ OFF
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XIT ON/ OFF
CLR 1
RIT offset or XIT offset clear
SPLIT 1 Split-frequency ON/ OFF
M ➧ V 1
Transfer from Memory to VFO
Each time you press the desired key, the Commander
will automatically enter transmit mode and send the
corresponding control command to the Transporter.
In LSB, USB, or CW mode: 10 Hz/ 1 kHz
switch
In FM or AM mode: 1 kHz/ 10 kHz switch
FAST
To switch ON/ OFF the HF
Press [POWER].
transceiver
Current settings retrieve (from HF
transceiver)
SYNC 1
Press and hold the PTT
To transmit audio on a HF
switch, then speak into the
frequency
In VFO mode: frequency entry ON
In Memory Recall mode: channel number
entry ON
microphone.
ENT
M/V
To receive audio on a HF
Press [RX].
frequency
VFO/ Memory Recall mode switch
To monitor the UHF band
Press and hold [MONI].
on the Commander
1
After pressing [ENT], you can use these keys as numeric
keys to enter a frequency or memory channel number.
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When [SYNC] is pressed, the Commander shows the
current settings of the HF transceiver as below:
w
t
q
e
y
r
u
q HF frequency
w A (VFO A), B (VFO B),
00 ~ 99 (memory channel number)
e RIT, XIT
r OFF, –9.99 ~ +9.99
t “FS” appears when [FAST] is ON.
y LSB, USB, CW, FM, or AM
u SPLIT–A: VFO A is used for transmitting.
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SPLIT–B: VFO B is used for transmitting.
SPLIT–M: A memory channel is used for transmitting.
Note:
◆
On the Transporter, only [LAMP], [MONI], and [MENU] will function.
Pressing any other key will simply cause the Transporter to generate
an error beep.
◆
◆
After pressing [MENU], you can access only Menu 4–4.
The Transporter will transmit its call sign in Morse every 10 minutes,
using the 144 MHz band.
◆
The APO timer does not operate on the transceiver with Transporter
ON.
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MAINTENANCE
GENERAL INFORMATION
SERVICE NOTE
This product has been factory aligned and tested to
specification before shipment. Attempting service or
alignment without factory authorization can void the
product warranty.
If you desire to correspond on a technical or operational
problem, please make your note legible, short, complete,
and to the point. Help us help you by providing the
following:
•
•
•
Model and serial number of equipment
Question or problem you are having
SERVICE
Other equipment in your station pertaining to the problem
When returning this product to your dealer or service
center for repair, pack it in its original box and packing
material. Include a full description of the problem(s)
experienced. Include your telephone number along with
your name and address in case the service technician
needs to call you; if available, include also your fax
number and e-mail address. Don’t return accessory
items unless you feel they are directly related to the
service problem.
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Do not pack the equipment in crushed newspapers for shipment!
Extensive damage may result during rough handling or shipping.
Note:
◆
◆
◆
Record the date of purchase, serial number and dealer from whom
this product was purchased.
For your own information, retain a written record of any maintenance
performed on this product.
You may return this product for service to the authorized
KENWOOD dealer from whom you purchased it, or any
authorized KENWOOD service center. Please do not
send subassemblies or printed circuit boards. Send the
complete product. A copy of the service report will be
returned with the product.
When claiming warranty service, please include a photocopy of the
bill of sale, or other proof-of-purchase showing the date of sale.
CLEANING
To clean the case of this product, use a neutral detergent
(no strong chemicals) and a damp cloth.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
The problems described in this table are commonly encountered operational malfunctions and are usually not caused
by circuit failure.
Problem
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Ref. Page
Nothing appears on the 1 Low supply voltage
display when the
1 Recharge the battery pack or replace
2, 4
the batteries.
transceiver is switched
ON, or the display is
blinking ON and OFF.
2 If using the optional DC cable:
2
a) Bad power cable or connections
b) Open (blown) power supply fuse
a) Check the power cable and
connections, then correct/replace
as necessary.
b) Investigate the cause for the
open fuse. Replace the fuse.
5
—
50
31
47
—
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Most keys and the
Tuning control do not
function.
1 Transceiver Lock is ON (Key icon is 1 Press [F] (1 s) to switch OFF
visible).
Transceiver Lock.
2 The transceiver is in Channel
2 Press [A/B]+ POWER ON to exit
Channel Display mode.
3 Press [F], [ENT] to switch OFF Tone
Display mode.
3 Tone Alert is ON (Bell icon is
visible).
Alert.
4 Packet data was being transmitted 4 Operate the keys or the Tuning
using the data band.
control after transmitting of packet
data is completed.
Select the appropriate frequency step
You cannot select the
The current frequency step size does
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exact desired frequency not allow the frequency to be selected. size.
using the [UP]/ [DWN]
or Tuning control.
You cannot recall any
memory channels.
You have stored no data in any of the Store the desired frequencies in
memory channels using the current
band.
memory channels using the current
band.
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Problem
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Ref. Page
You cannot transmit by 1 You selected a frequency outside 1 Select a frequency within the
7
pressing the PTT
switch.
the allowable transmit frequency
range.
2 You selected a transmit offset that 2 Press [F], [MHz] repeatedly so neither
places the transmit frequency
outside the allowable range.
3 TX Inhibit is ON.
allowable transmit frequency range.
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“+” nor “–” is visible.
3 Access Menu 1–5–5 and select “OFF”.
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4 Tone Alert is ON.
4 Press [F], [ENT] to switch OFF Tone
Alert.
5 Packet data was being transmitted 5 Press the PTT switch after transmitting
—
20
using the data band.
The Automatic Power Off (APO)
function is ON.
of packet data is completed.
Switch OFF the APO function.
The transceiver
switches OFF for no
apparent reason.
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Turning the VOL control The speaker for the band you wanted Press [BAL], then [UP]/ [DWN] to
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8
does not allow you to
hear audio.
to monitor was muted.
correctly adjust the volume balance
between the two bands.
1 Select the correct squelch level so that
the squelch is opened only when
signals are present.
Packet operation results 1 The squelch is open.
in no connects with
other stations.
2 You did not select the same
2 Use HBAUD command to select the
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transfer rate as the target station.
appropriate transfer rate.
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Problem
Operating the
Commander simply
causes it to output an
error beep and does not
allow you to control the
HF transceiver.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Ref. Page
1 Too large distance between the
Commander and Transporter
prevents correct data
1 Operate the Commander within a
distance that allows the two
transceivers to show a full-scale
S-meter reading.
—
communications.
2 Bad radio wave conditions prevent 2 Press [SYNC] occasionally to read the
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40
control commands from being
correctly transmitted.
status of the HF transceiver.
You cannot hear audio You switched ON the CTCSS on the Press [F], [3] to switch OFF the CTCSS.
received by the HF
transceiver.
144 MHz band of the Commander.
You cannot
superimpose
You failed to correctly enter
information to be superimposed.
Use Menu 3–1 to 3–6 to correctly enter
the desired information.
58, 59
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information onto the
VC-H1 monitor.
You cannot program
the VC-H1 with a SSTV
mode.
Bad cable connections.
Refer to the instruction manual for the
VC-H1 and correctly connect the VC-H1
to the transceiver.
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Note: When two received frequencies have relationships per the equation below or other similar relationships, an internal heterodyne may be heard.
This is not a defect.
2 (fU – 45.05) – 4 (fV + 38.85) = 38.85 or 45.05
(fU – 45.05) – 2 (fV + 38.85) = 38.85
n (fSV – 45.05) – n (fV + 38.85) = 38.85 or 45.05 where n = 3, 4, or 5.
fV = VHF frequency (band A)
fU = UHF frequency (band B)
fSV = VHF frequency (band B)
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
SMC-32
Speaker
Microphone
SMC-33
Remote Control
Speaker Microphone
SMC-34
HMC-3
Head Set with VOX/PTT
Remote Control Speaker Microphone
(with Volume Control)
EMC-3
PB-38
PB-39
BT-11
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Clip Microphone
with Earphone
Standard Battery Pack
High-power Battery Pack
(9.6 V/ 600 mAh)
Battery Case
(6 V/ 650 mAh)
BC-17
Wall Charger
BC-19
Rapid Charger
SC-40
Soft Case
PG-2W
DC Cable
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PG-3J
Filtered Cigarette
Lighter Cable
VC-H1
Interactive Visual
Communicator
PG-4V
Connection Cable
to VC-H1
PG-4R
Sky Command Cable Kit
(U.S.A./ Canada only)
PG-4W
Connection Cable to Computer
(With a memory store program 1
and a separate manual
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1
This software is mainly used to
program memory channels via a
personal computer.
This manual gives further detailed
information on specialized
communications including Packet
and APRS.
(document file) 2)
2
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EQUIPMENT CONNECTIONS
CONNECTING EQUIPMENT FOR REMOTE CONTROL
CONNECTING OTHER EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT
Make connections as shown when remotely controlling
equipment.
When connecting an external speaker, an external
microphone, or other equipment such as a TNC for
packet radio to the SP jack or MIC jack, refer to the
diagram below.
Speaker
Ground
External
speaker,
TNC RX, etc.
SP
Ø2.5
plug
External
speaker
100 Ω 3.5 V
Ø2.5
Ø3.5
plug
3.5 V
SP jack
plug
MIC
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MIC
PTT
External
microphone,
TNC TX, etc.
Ø3.5
plug
PTT
MIC jack
Note 1
Note 2 10µF
External
microphone
Note 1: Voltage is developed across the 100 Ω resistor in the 3.5 V line
in the transceiver. When 2 mA flows, approximately 3.3 V is
developed.
Note 1
Note 2 10 µF
Note 1: Voltage is developed across the 100 Ω resistor in the 3.5 V line
in the transceiver. When 2 mA flows, approximately 3.3 V is
developed.
Note 2: A 10 µF capacitor is not required in the following cases:
•
•
When the other equipment has DC blocking capacitors.
When a 2-terminal electret condenser microphone is used.
Note 2: A 10 µF capacitor is not required in the following cases:
•
•
When the other equipment has DC blocking capacitors.
When a 2-terminal electret condenser microphone is used.
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SPECIFICATIONS
General
TH-D7A
TH-D7E
VHF Band
UHF Band
144 ~ 148 MHz
144 ~ 146 MHz
438 ~ 450 MHz
430 ~ 440 MHz
Frequency range
Mode
F3E (FM), F1D (GMSK), F2D (FSK)
–20°C ~ +60°C (–4°F ~ +140°F)
5.5 ~ 16.0 V (13.8 V)
4.5 ~ 15.0 V (6.0 V)
Usable temperature range
External power supply (DC IN)
Battery terminals
Rated voltage
Receive with no signals 1
Approx. 90 mA
Average 25 mA
Approx. 115 mA
Battery Saver ON 2
TNC ON
Transmit with H, 13.8 V (DC IN)
Transmit with H, 9.6 V (battery terminals)
Transmit with H, 6.0 V (battery terminals)
Transmit with L, 6.0 V (battery terminals)
Transmit with EL, 6.0 V (battery terminals)
Approx. 1.6 A
Approx. 1.6 A
Approx. 1.3 A
Approx. 1.7 A
Approx. 1.7 A
Approx. 1.4 A
Current
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Approx. 500 mA
Approx. 300 mA
Negative
Ground method
TH-D7A (with a PB-39 installed)
TH-D7E (with a PB-38 installed)
TH-D7A (with a PB-39 installed)
TH-D7E (with a PB-38 installed)
–10 ~ +50 °C
54.0 x 119.5 x 43.5 mm/ 2.13" x 4.70" x 1.71"
54.0 x 119.5 x 35.5 mm
Approx. 380 g/ 13.4 oz
Approx. 340 g/ 12.0 oz
Within ±10 ppm
Dimensions
(W x H x D) 3
Weight 4
Frequency stability
–20 ~ +60 °C
Within ±15 ppm
Microphone impedance
Antenna impedance
2 kΩ
50 Ω
1
2
3
4
With one band blanked (TNC OFF): Approx. 45 mA
With one band blanked (TNC OFF): Approx. 25 mA
Projections not included
Antenna, belt hook, and hand strap included
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Transmitter
H, 13.8 V
H, 9.6 V
H, 6.0 V
L, 6.0 V
EL, 6.0 V
VHF Band
UHF Band
6 W
5.5 W
Approx. 5 W
Power output
Modulation
Approx. 2.5 W
Approx. 2.2 W
Approx. 0.5 W
Approx. 50 mW
Reactance
Within ±5 kHz
–60 dB or less
Maximum frequency deviation
Spurious emissions (at high transmit power)
Receiver
VHF Band
UHF Band
Circuitry
Double conversion superheterodyne
1st intermediate frequency
2nd intermediate frequency
Sensitivity (12 dB SINAD) 1
Squelch sensitivity
Selectivity (–6 dB)
Selectivity (–40 dB)
38.85 MHz
450 kHz
45.05 MHz
455 kHz
23
0.18 µV or less
0.1 µV or less
12 kHz or more
28 kHz or less
9.6 V (battery terminals)
6.0 V (battery terminals)
450 mW or higher (8 Ω load)
300 mW or higher (8 Ω load)
Audio output
(10% distortion)
1
VHF sub-band: 0.28 µV or less
Specifications are subject to change without notice due to advancements in technology.
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APPENDIX
TNC COMMANDS LIST
The commands supported by the built-in TNC are listed below. You must enter a space between a command name (or
short-form) and a parameter, or between two parameters; ex. AU OFF, BEACON EVERY 18.
Command Name
Short
Default
Parameter
Description
When ON, sends a line feed (LF) to the computer after each
carriage return (CR).
AUTOLF
AU
ON
ON/ OFF
If set to EVERY, sends a beacon packet at intervals of the
specified period (n). If set to AFTER, sends a beacon packet
only once after the specified period (n). The unit of n is
10 seconds.
EVERY/
AFTER n
(n = 0 ~ 250)
BEACON
B
EVERY 0
0 ~ 159
characters
BTEXT
CALIBRAT
CHECK
BT
CAL
CH
—
—
30
Specifies the content of the data portion of a beacon packet.
Sends a space/mark square wave (50/50 ratio). Enter Q to
exit Calibrate mode and restore the Command mode.
Specifies the interval from signal drop-out until execution of
disconnection. The unit of the parameter is 10 seconds.
Sends a connect request. Call1 is the call sign of the station
—
0 ~ 250
Call1 (VIA
CONNECT
C
—
call2, call3, ... to be connected to. Call2 to call9 are call signs of stations to
call9)
be digipeated through.
CONV
or K
Causes the TNC to enter Converse mode. Press [Ctrl]+[C] to
restore the Command mode.
When ON and in Converse mode, sends a packet at intervals
of the period determined by PACTIME.
When ON, appends a carriage return (CR) to all packets to be
sent.
CONVERSE
CPACTIME
—
—
CP
OFF
ON/ OFF
CR
CR
D
ON
—
ON/ OFF
—
DISCONNE
Sends a disconnect request.
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Command Name
Short
Default
Parameter
Description
Causes the TNC to display the current status of all the
commands. You can also specify a class identifier A, C, H, I,
L, M, or T to display the status of only the desired command
class. Enter a space between the command name and a
class identifier; ex. DISPLAY H.
A (ASYNC): RS-232C port parameters
C (CHAR): Special TNC characters
DISPLAY
DISP
—
—
H (HEALTH): Counter parameters
I (ID): ID parameters
L (LINK): TNC-to-TNC link status
M (MONITOR): Monitor parameters
T (TIMING): Timing parameters
Specifies the interval from no carrier detection until execution
of transmission. The unit of the parameter is 10 milliseconds.
When ON, causes the TNC to echo received characters to the
computer.
DWAIT
ECHO
DW
E
30
0 ~ 250
ON
ON/ OFF
The other station sends a notice (packet) to you if it is not
ready to receive data. When ON, receiving such a notice
causes the TNC to suspend transmission until it receives a
“ready” notice.
FIRMRNR
FIR
OFF
ON/ OFF
When ON, starting key entry causes the computer to stop
displaying received packets.
Specifies the interval from one transmission until retry of
transmission. The unit of the parameter is 1 second.
Selects 4800 or 9600 bps as the transfer rate between the
TNC and the GPS receiver.
FLOW
FRACK
GBAUD
F
ON
3
ON/ OFF
0 ~ 250
FR
GB
4800
4800/ 9600
Specifies the content of data to be output to the GPS receiver;
this data is used to program the default settings on the
receiver. The output data is not stored in memory.
0 ~ 159
characters
GPSSEND
GPSS
GPST
—
0 ~ 6
characters
GPSTEXT
$PNTS
Specifies the type of a message to be determined by LTEXT.
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Command Name
Short
Default
Parameter
Description
Selects 1200 or 9600 bps as the transfer rate between packet
stations.
HBAUD
HB
1200
1200/ 9600
EVERY/
AFTER n
If set to EVERY, sends GPS data at intervals of the specified
period (n). If set to AFTER, sends GPS data only once after
LOCATION
LOC
EVERY 0
(n = 0 ~ 250) the specified period (n). The unit of n is 10 seconds.
Call1 (VIA Specifies call signs to send GPS data. Call1 is the call sign of
call2, call3, ... the destination. Call2 to call9 are call signs of stations to be
LPATH
LTEXT
LTMON
MCOM
LPA
LT
GPS
—
call9)
digipeated through.
0 ~ 159
Specifies the content of a message to be included in GPS
characters data.
Specifies the interval for displaying a message determined by
LTEXT on the screen; a message appears like a received
beacon packet. The unit of the parameter is 1 second.
LTM
0
0 ~ 250
When ON, causes the TNC to also monitor control packets.
When OFF, causes it to monitor only information packets.
MCOM
OFF
ON/ OFF
When ON, causes the TNC to monitor other stations while in
connection with the target station.
MCON
MONITOR
MRPT
MC
M
OFF
ON
ON/ OFF
ON/ OFF
ON/ OFF
When ON, causes the TNC to monitor packets.
When ON, causes the TNC to display the entire digipeat list
for monitored packets.
MR
ON
6 characters +
SSID
MYCALL
PACLEN
MY
P
NOCALL
128
Specifies your call sign.
0 ~ 255
Specifies the maximum length of the data portion of a packet.
EVERY/
AFTER n
If set to EVERY, sends a packet at intervals of the specified
period (n). If set to AFTER, sends a packet only once after
PACTIME
PACT AFTER 10
(n = 0 ~ 250) the specified period (n). The unit of n is 100 milliseconds.
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Command Name
Short
Default
Parameter
Description
Specifies a parameter to calculate probability for the
PERSIST/SLOTTIME method.
PERSIST
PE
128
0 ~ 255
Causes the TNC to use the PERSIST/SLOTTIME method
when ON, or the DWAIT method when OFF.
PPERSIST
RESET
PP
ON
—
5
ON/ OFF
—
RESET
RES
Restores the default status for all the commands.
Specifies the acknowledgment packet transmission delay.
The unit of the parameter is 100 milliseconds.
RESPTIME
RESTART
0 ~ 250
—
RESTART
—
Causes the TNC to function as if it is switched OFF then ON.
Specifies the number of transmission retries. If packets are
not correctly accepted while in connection, a connect request
is sent again after the specified number of retries.
RETRY
RE
SE
SL
10
$0D
3
0 ~ 15
0 ~ $7F
0 ~ 250
SENDPAC
SLOTTIME
Specifies a character which forces a packet to be sent.
Specifies the period of random number generation intervals
for the PERSIST/SLOTTIME method. The unit of the
parameter is 10 milliseconds.
When ON, causes the TNC to display all received packets in
their entirety.
TRACE
TRIES
TRAC
TRI
OFF
0
ON/ OFF
0 ~ 15
Specifies the number of transmission retries programmed in
the retry counter.
Specifies the time delay between PTT ON and start of
transmission. The unit of the parameter is 10 milliseconds.
TXDELAY
TX
50
0 ~ 120
Call1 (VIA
Specifies call signs to send a packet in Unprotocol mode.
U
X
UNPROTO
XFLOW
CQ
ON
call2, call3, ... Call1 is the call sign of the destination. Call2 to call9 are call
call9)
signs of stations to be digipeated through.
Causes the TNC to perform software flow control when ON, or
hardware flow control when OFF.
ON/ OFF
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Ref.
Page
Note: Not all functions are covered by this guide.
Function
Ref.
Key Operation
POWER OFF ➡
[F]+ POWER ON ➡
[UP]/ [DWN] ➡ [OK] ➡
[UP]/ [DWN] ➡ [OK]
Function
Key Operation
Page
Reset (Partial/ Full)
32
AIP ON/ OFF
(TH-D7A)
[MENU], [1], [5], [6] ➡
[UP]/ [DWN] ➡ [OK]
51
51
49
AIP ON/ OFF
(TH-D7E)
[MENU], [1], [5], [8] ➡
[UP]/ [DWN] ➡ [OK]
Scan Start
Call/Memory
(TH-D7A only)
Recall a memory channel
➡ [CALL] (1 s)
Select band ➡ [VFO] ➡
[CALL] (1 s)
[MENU], [1], [2], [2] ➡
[UP]/ [DWN] ➡ [OK]
38
APO ON/ OFF
Call/VFO
(TH-D7A only)
Automatic Repeater [MENU], [1], [5], [1] ➡
38
35
36
35
34
23
24
49
Offset ON/ OFF
[UP]/ [DWN] ➡ [OK]
Memory
Select band ➡ [MR] (1 s)
ASC ON
[REV] (1 s)
Select band ➡ [VFO] ➡
[MHz] (1 s)
Battery Saver
Interval Select
[MENU], [1], [2], [1] ➡
[UP]/ [DWN] ➡ [OK]
MHz
VFO
Select band ➡ [VFO] (1 s)
[MENU], [1], [5], [3] ➡
[UP]/ [DWN] ➡ [OK]
Beep ON/ OFF
47
31
55
48
48
Scan Resume
Method Select
Squelch Level
Adjust
[MENU], [1], [5], [2] ➡
[UP]/ [DWN] ➡ [OK]
[F], [MONI] ➡
[UP]/ [DWN] ➡ [OK]
Channel Display
ON/ OFF
POWER OFF ➡
[A/B]+ POWER ON
8
[MENU], [1], [4], [1] ➡
[UP]/ [DWN] ➡ [OK]
Data Band Select
Transceiver Lock
ON/ OFF
Display Contrast
Adjust
[MENU], [1], [1], [2] ➡
[UP]/ [DWN] ➡ [OK]
F (1 s)
50
50
Tuning Control
Enable
[MENU], [1], [5], [4] ➡
[UP]/ [DWN] ➡ [OK]
Lamp Latch
ON/ OFF
[F], [LAMP]
TX Deviation Switch [MENU], [1], [5], [7] ➡
[MENU], [1], [1], [1] ➡
[UP]/ [DWN] ➡ [OK] ➡
Enter up to 8 digits
51
51
Power-ON
Message Enter
(TH-D7E only)
[UP]/ [DWN] ➡ [OK]
50
[MENU], [1], [5], [5] ➡
TX Inhibit ON/ OFF
[UP]/ [DWN] ➡ [OK]
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First select the desired band.
Press [MENU] first to access the APRS Menu Nos.
Ref.
Page
Ref.
Page
Key Operation
Selection
My Call Sign
Key Operation
Function
[2], [1] ➡ [UP]/ [DWN] ➡
[OK] ➡ Enter up to 9 digits
[2], [2] ➡ [UP]/ [DWN] ➡
Recall a memory channel Memory Channel
➡ [F], [0]
66
62
68
69
67
36
22
22
Lockout ON/ OFF
[F], [1]
Tone ON/ OFF
GPS Receiver
[OK]
Tone Frequency
Select
[F], [2] ➡ [UP]/ [DWN] ➡
[2], [3] ➡
See reference page
[2], [4] ➡ [UP]/ [DWN] ➡
Latitude/
Longitude Data
[OK]
[F], [2] (1 s)
Tone Freq. ID Start
CTCSS ON/ OFF
25
40
Position Comment
Station Icon
[OK]
[F], [3]
[2], [5] ➡ [UP]/ [DWN] ➡
CTCSS Frequency
Select
CTCSS Freq. ID
Start
Offset Frequency
Select
[F], [4] ➡ [UP]/ [DWN] ➡
39
40
21
51
[OK]
[OK]
[2], [6] ➡ [UP]/ [DWN] ➡
[OK] ➡
Enter up to 20 digits
[F], [4] (1 s)
Status Text
70
75
72
[F], [5] ➡ [UP]/ [DWN] ➡
[2], [7] ➡ [UP]/ [DWN] ➡ Beacon Transmit
[OK]
[OK]
Interval
AM/FM Mode
Select 118 MHz band ➡
[2], [8] ➡ [UP]/ [DWN] ➡
[OK] ➡
Enter up to 32 digits
Switch 1
[F], [6]
Packet Path
[VFO] ➡ [F], [7] ➡
[UP]/ [DWN] ➡ [OK] ➡
[UP]/ [DWN] ➡ [OK]
Lower/ Upper Freq.
Limit Select
46
46
[2], [9] ➡ [UP]/ [DWN] ➡ Beacon Transmit
74
71
75
65
[OK]
Method
[F], [8] ➡ [UP]/ [DWN] ➡ Frequency Step Size
[2], [A] ➡ [UP]/ [DWN] ➡
[OK] ➡ Enter up to 9 digits
[2], [B] ➡ [UP]/ [DWN] ➡ Reception
[OK]
Select
Group Code
Recall a memory channel
➡ [F], [9] ➡ [UP]/ [DWN] Naming a Memory
➡ [OK] ➡
Enter up to 8 digits
29
[OK]
Restriction Distance
Channel
[2], [C] ➡ [UP]/ [DWN] ➡
Unit
[OK]
1
TH-D7A only
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INDEX
Accessories
Optional ........................................ 94
Supplied .......................................... 1
Advanced Intercept Point (AIP) ......... 51
DTMF
Reset
Full ................................................ 32
Partial (VFO) ................................. 32
Reverse Function .............................. 24
Making Calls ................................. 41
Storing Numbers ........................... 42
Transmitting Stored Numbers ........ 43
TX Hold ......................................... 41
Frequency, Selecting .....................7, 45
Frequency Step Size ......................... 46
Full Duplex .........................................55
Lamp Function ...................................48
Lock, Transceiver .............................. 50
APRS
Scan
Programming .......................... 66~75
Receiving ...................................... 63
Transmitting .................................. 74
APRS Message
Call/Memory .................................. 38
Call/VFO ....................................... 38
Memory ......................................... 35
MHz .............................................. 36
Program ........................................ 37
Resume Method............................ 34
VFO .............................................. 35
Sky Command 2 (TH-D7A only) ...... 83
Slow-Scan Television (SSTV)............ 57
Specifications..................................... 97
Squelch, Adjusting ............................... 8
TNC.................................................... 53
Tone
Activating ...................................... 22
Freq. ID ......................................... 25
Frequency, Selecting ..................... 22
Tone Alert ........................................... 47
Transmit Power, Selecting ................... 9
Troubleshooting ................................. 90
TX Deviation (TH-D7E only) .............. 51
TX Inhibit............................................ 51
Volume Balance, Adjusting ................ 48
Entering ........................................ 79
Receiving ...................................... 77
Transmitting .................................. 80
Memory Channels
Clearing ........................................ 28
Initializing ...................................... 32
Locking Out ................................... 36
Naming ......................................... 29
Recalling ....................................... 28
Storing, Odd-split .......................... 27
Storing, Simplex ............................ 27
Transfer to VFO ............................ 31
Menu .................................................. 16
Automatic Power Off (APO) .............. 49
Automatic Simplex Check (ASC) ...... 24
Band, Selecting .............................7, 12
Battery Saver ..................................... 49
Beep ON/OFF .................................... 47
Call Channel
Contents, Changing ...................... 30
Recalling ....................................... 30
Channel Display ................................ 31
Microphone Control ...........................44
Offset
CTCSS
Automatic Repeater ...................... 23
Offset Direction ............................. 21
Offset Frequency........................... 21
Packet Operation ............................... 52
Power-ON Message .......................... 50
Programmable VFO...........................46
Repeater Access ............................... 20
Freq. ID ......................................... 40
Frequency, Selecting ..................... 39
Using ............................................ 40
Data Band ..........................................55
Display Contrast, Adjusting ............... 48
Wireless Remote Control
(TH-D7A only) ....................................81
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