Kenwood TM-271A, TM-271E Weather Alert K Market Models only, WX1 WX2 WX3 WX4 WX5 WX6 WX7

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Note:

◆When you recall an odd-split Call Channel, Ò+Ó and ÒÐÓ appear on the display.

◆Transmit offset status and Reverse status are not stored in an odd-split Call Channel.

WEATHER ALERT (K MARKET MODELS ONLY)

Any of the NOAA Weather Radio channels can be programmed to the AL memory channel of the transceiver. The transceiver can be configured to check the NOAA Weather Alert tone (1050 Hz) and will automatically alert you by recalling and monitoring the Weather Radio frequency when the Weather Alert tone is broadcasted, and the ÒWXÓ icon will blink.

7PROGRAMMING THE WEATHER RADIO FREQUENCY

The transceiver is preprogrammed to 162.550 MHz (WX1). You can store a different frequency to the AL channel to use this function. Refer to the NOAA channel frequency directory for your local weather channel frequency before you use the Weather Alert function. The latest Weather Radio information can be obtained from http://www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr/.

1Press [VFO].

2Select your local NOAA Weather Radio channel frequency using the Tuning control or Mic [UP]/ [DWN].

3Press [F].

¥ A Memory Channel number appears and blinks.

4Turn the Tuning control or press Mic [UP]/[DWN] to select the Alert Channel (ÒALÓ).

5Press [MR].

Weather Radio Frequencies (MHz)

	WX1	WX2	WX3	WX4	WX5	WX6	WX7
	162.550	162.400	162.475	162.425	162.450	162.500	162.525

Note:

◆When you perform Full Reset {page 63}, the Weather Radio frequency recovers the factory default frequency (162.550 MHz).

◆When you clear the Weather Radio (AL) Channel {page 31} (the same as clearing a Memory Channel), the factory default frequency (162.550 MHz) will not be recovered.

◆The Weather Radio (AL) Channel can be programmed with a Channel Name {page 32}.

◆You can also transfer the AL Memory Channel data to the VFO or another Memory Channel.

ENABLING A WEATHER ALERT

You can monitor the Weather Radio frequency continuously or in the background while receiving on another frequency.

To monitor the Weather Radio frequency continuously:

1Press [F], [MENU] and turn the Tuning control to select Menu No. 42 (WXA).

2Press [MENU] and turn the Tuning control to select ÒONÓ or ÒOFFÓ (default).

3Press [MENU] to store the setting. ¥ ÒWXÓ appears on the display.

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Contents TM-271A Page Market Codes FeaturesThank YOU Models Covered by this ManualOne or more of the following statements may be applicable When condensation occurs inside the transceiverContents Iii MHz ScanMicrophone Control Supplied Accessories Preparation Mobile InstallationDC Power Cable Connection Fixed Station Operation Antenna Connection Transceiver 15 a Supplied Accessory 20 a DC Power CableFuse Location Fuse Current Rating Microphone hanger Microphone hanger screw 3 mm x 10 mm Accessory ConnectionsPin No Pin Name Function Connecting to a TNC E Market Models onlyYour First QSO Press Power briefly to switch the transceiver power onFront Panel Getting AcquaintedKey DisplayMR key REV keyPage Microphone Rear PanelPF/D key CALL/A keyVFO/B key MR/C keyOperating Basics Switching the Power ON/OFFAdjusting the Volume Adjusting the SquelchWhen you finish speaking, release Mic PTT Selecting a Frequency VFO ModeTransmitting ¥ You must be in VFO mode to make a direct frequency entry Enter ExampleEnter Mic VFO Turn the Tuning control to select your desired Menu Menu SetupWhat is a MENU? Menu AccessMenu Function List Menu Function Selections Default DisplayCall key Varies see 25,35 Reference Time-out Timer 10 minPower-on message Characters Beep Tuning control lockAutomatic display brightness Reset selectionData TX speed 1200/ 9600 bps Display brightness Maximum levelOffset Programming Flow Operating Through RepeatersProgramming AN Offset To activate Tone, press F, Call Available Tone FrequenciesTone Frequencies Hz Automatic Repeater Offset Call Channel default settingsMarket version only Automatic Simplex Check ASC Reverse FunctionPressing PTT causes the Ò Ó icon to quit blinking Tone Frequency ID ScanOdd-split channels allow Memory ChannelsNumber of Memory Channels Simplex & Repeater or ODD-SPLIT Memory CHANNEL?Parameter Simplex Odd-Split Data listed below can be stored in each Memory ChannelYes DCS code Press MR 1s Recalling a Memory ChannelPress MR to erase the channel data Clearing a Memory ChannelPress Menu Naming a Memory ChannelPress MR Press F, VFO to copy the Memory Channel data to the VFO Memory Channel Transfer Mic UP /DWN Channel 0 ~ Press Call to recall the Call Channel Call ChannelWX1 WX2 WX3 WX4 WX5 WX6 WX7 Weather Alert K Market Models onlyChannel Display Page Scan Type Purpose ScanScans the Call Channel Normal Scan Turn the Tuning control or press Mic UP/DWNStoring a Program Scan Frequency Range Press MR to store the end frequency in the Memory Channel Press any key other than F or Power to stop Program ScanPress any key other than F or Power to stop MHz Scan Performing Program ScanChannels Press any key other than F or Power to stop Group ScanMemory Scan Press Menu 1sPress Call 1s to start the Call Scan Press any key other than F or Power to stop Call ScanCall Scan Priority ScanIcon disappears Memory Channel LockoutScan Resume Method Time-Operated Mode defaultCarrier-Operated Mode Seek ModeRejected Selective CallCtcss and DCS CtcssAvailable Ctcss Tone Frequencies Ctcss DCSDCS Codes DCS Code ID ScanFreq. Hz 1209 1336 1477 1633 Dual Tone MULTI-FREQUENCY Dtmf FunctionsManual Dialing Dtmf MonitorPress Menu Turn the Tuning control to select a Dtmf codeDtmf TX Hold Automatic Dialer10 4 Press any key other than REV or Menu to exit Press REVRelease Mic PTT Dtmf Lock Meter Squelch APO Auto Power OFFAuxiliary Functions Beat ShiftÒoffó Beep FunctionFrequency Step Size Busy Channel LockoutKHz Default step size for each model is as followsDisplay Backlight Market CodePress F 1s Tune EnableLock Function Data Communication SpeedProgrammable Functions Microphone PF Keys Keypad Models onlyNarrow Band FM Operation POWER-ON MessageProgrammable VFO Turn the Tuning control to select a characterPress MR to move to the next digit TIME-OUT Timer Storing Power-on Key RX Mode TX ModeMicrophone Control Key MIC LockSpace MCP-1A can be downloaded at PS-33/53 SP-50BKMC-30 KMC-32 MC-60A KPG-46Maintenance TroubleshootingPress F again to reset the transceiver Resetting the TransceiverFull Reset Method With the transceiver power OFF, press F+ PowerPress VFO again to reset the transceiver VFO ResetVFO Reset Method With the transceiver power OFF, press VFO+ PowerTroubleshooting PTT Problem Probable Cause Corrective ActionGeneral SpecificationsNarrow 0.22 ∝V or less Transmitter