Kenwood TH-D7A instruction manual Menu Configuration, Level Selections Default

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MENU CONFIGURATION

Level 1

 

Level 2

 

Level 3

Selections

Default

Ref.

 

 

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1

DISPLAY

1

Power-ON Message

See reference page.

HELLO !!

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2

Contrast

Level 1 (min.) ~ 16 (max.)

Level 8

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1

Battery Saver Interval

0.2/ 0.4/ 0.6/ 0.8/ 1.0/ 2.0/

1.0 sec.

49

 

 

2

SAVE

3.0/ 4.0/ 5.0 sec./ OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

Automatic Power Off (APO)

30/ 60 minutes/ OFF

30 minutes

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1

Number Store

See reference page.

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2

TX speed

Fast/ Slow

Fast

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3

DTMF

 

 

 

 

 

3

TX Hold

ON/ OFF

OFF

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4

Pause

100/ 250/ 500/ 750/ 1000/

500 msec.

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1500/ 2000 msec.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

RADIO

 

 

1

Data band select

Band A/ Band B

Band A

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4

TNC

 

 

 

 

 

2

DCD sense

Both bands/ Data band

Data band

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only

only

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

Automatic Repeater Offset

ON/ OFF

ON

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2

Scan Resume

Time-Operated/

Time-

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Carrier-Operated/ Seek

Operated

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

Beep function

OFF/ KEY/ KEY+NEW

ALL

47,56,

 

 

5

AUX

DATA/ ALL

63,77

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

Tuning Enable

ON/ OFF

OFF

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5

TX Inhibit

ON/ OFF

OFF

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6

Advanced Intercept Point

ON/ OFF

OFF

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Contents TH-D7A Models Covered by this Manual FeaturesThank YOU One or more of the following statements may be applicable PrecautionsContents Microphone Control ScanSystem Ctcss FunctionsOptional Accessories Wireless Remote Control TH-D7A onlySKY Command 2 TH-D7A only MaintenanceKEY2 Supplied AccessoriesKEY+ Power on Conventions Followed in this ManualInsert the charger AC plug into an AC wall outlet Latch, then slide the battery pack backPreparation PB-39 NiCd PB-38 NiCd Installing the AntennaInstalling the Hand STRAP/ Belt Hook BatteriesAlkaline Installing Alkaline Batteries10 2 Insert four AA LR6 alkaline batteries Connecting with a Cigarette Lighter Socket Connecting with a Regulated Power SupplyFirst QSO Selecting a Band Switching Power ON/OFFAdjusting Volume Operating BasicsPress UP/ DWN to select from 6 squelch levels Adjusting SquelchPress OK to complete the setting Press F, MoniReliable. You can program a different power for band When you finish speaking, release the PTT switchSelecting lower transmit power is a wise method to Reduce battery consumption, if communication is stillGetting Acquainted Indicators OK key Cursor KeysBand a & B UP/ DWN keysMenu mode Function Select modeVFO mode Memory Recall modePress TNC twice to select. In this mode, you can send Full Duplex modePacket mode Commands to the built-in TNC from a personal computerKeypad Direct Entry Menu SET-UP Menu AccessLevel Selections Default Menu ConfigurationOFF Radio AUXLevel Selections AprsCMD SstvSKY Offset Programming Flow Operating Through RepeatersWithin the band limits Programming OffsetPress UP/ DWN to select the appropriate offset Frequency Following methods to bring the transmit frequency67.0 97.4 136.5 192.8 Press F, 1 to switch the Tone function on or OFFPress UP/ DWN to select the appropriate tone frequency A. and Canada versions Automatic Repeater OffsetAutomatic Simplex Check ASC Press REV to switch the Reverse function on or 13 OFFPress REV 1 s to switch the function on Reverse FunctionTone FREQ. ID Ctcss on Memory ChannelsCHANNEL? ParameterPress PTT+OK Press UP/ DWN to select the desired memory channel Press OKPress UP/ DWN to select the desired memory Channel Press MR+ Power onRecalling a Memory Channel Clearing a Memory ChannelRepeat steps 3 and 4 to enter up to 8 digits Naming a Memory ChannelPress UP/ DWN to select the first digit Press PTT+CALL Call Channel TH-D7A onlyPress VFO Channel Display MEMORY-TO-VFO TransferUHF Band Defaults Partial or Full RESET?Press F+ Power on VHF Band Defaults Version VFO Freq ToneScan Type Scan Range ScanThis transceiver provides the following types of scans Selecting Scan Resume Method Time-Operated modeCarrier-Operated mode Seek modePress MR 1 s VFO ScanMemory Scan Press VFO 1 sTo quit MHz Scan, press ESC MHz ScanPress F, MR Program ScanSelect the desired frequency as the lower limit Recall the desired memory channel CALL/VFO Scan TH-D7A onlyCALL/MEMORY Scan TH-D7A only Press UP/ DWN to select the appropriate Ctcss frequency Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System CtcssSelecting a Ctcss Frequency Press F, 4 to select F-4 Ctcss FreqOFF Using CtcssPress F, 3 to switch the Ctcss function on or Ctcss FREQ. IDFreq. Hz 1209 1336 1477 1633 Dual Tone MULTI-FREQUENCY Dtmf FunctionsManual Dialing Press OK Automatic DialerPress UP/ DWN to select a character Press PTT+MENU Transmitting a Stored Dtmf NumberCtcss ON/ OFF Microphone ControlProgrammed for the digits not yet entered Auxiliary FunctionsDirect Frequency Entry Data is accepted for the digits entered and 0 isProgrammable VFO Changing Frequency Step SizeBeep ON/OFF Press F, ENT to switch Tone Alert on or OFFTone Alert Blanking a Band Display Adjusting Volume BalanceAdjusting Display Contrast Lamp FunctionBattery Saver Automatic Power OFF APO15 4 Press OK POWER-ON MessageTransceiver Lock 13 3 Press UP/ DWN to select a characterAdvanced Intercept Point AIP Switching AM/FM Mode TH-D7A onlySwitching TX Deviation TH-D7E only TX InhibitEquipment Packet OperationReference material for starting packet operation should Be available at any store that handles Amateur RadioOperating TNC Connecting with a Personal ComputerCommand mode Converse modeOn your personal computer. First connect Preparation FlowFollowing steps should guide you to a good start Packet operation. The shaded steps indicate operationsBoth Bands Selecting Data BandFull Duplex Band onlyDX Packetclusters Monitor Comment Press List to restore the frequency displaySLOW-SCAN Television Sstv with VC-H1 22 4 Press OK Entering Call SIGN/ MESSAGE/ RSV20 3 Press UP/ DWN to select a character Selecting Color for Call SIGN/ MESSAGE/ RSV Executing SuperimpositionVC-H1 Power is onVC-H1 Control Automatic PACKET/ Position Reporting System Operation Flow KEY Indicator Meaning What is Included?Receiving Aprs Data New Aprs Duplicate18 3 Press OK Accessing Received Aprs DataPress List 12 2 Press UP/ DWN to select the desired stationTemperature 15 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to enter up to 9 digits Programming a Call Sign11 3 Press UP/ DWN to select a character 13 4 Press OKKenwood Sstv Press OK Press Menu to exit Menu modeSelecting Your Station Icon Press UP/ DWN to select from 15 icons plus OthersPress 2, 3 to select 2-3 My Pos Press Menu to enter Menu modeEntering LATITUDE/ Longitude Data Press UP/ DWN to select the desired comment Selecting a Position Comment17 4 Press OK Entering Status TextPress UP/ DWN to select a character Alternate net Programming a Group CodeAll calls SpecialRepeat steps 3 and 4 to enter up to 32 digits Programming a Packet PathMethod 4 Ssid path Method 1 Specific pathMethod 2 Generic path Method 3 WIDEN-N pathBcon again Selecting Beacon Transmit MethodPress 2, 9 to select 2-9 Data TX Press UP/ DWN to select the desired distance Selecting Beacon Transmit IntervalRestricting Reception of Aprs Data Press UP/ DWN to select the desired intervalAprs Message KEY+NEW Data Status Accessing Received Aprs MessagesPress MSG Message TypeRepeat to enter a message or bulletin with up to 45 digits Entering a MessageRepeat steps 4 and 5 to enter up to 9 digits Press OK to start transmitting Transmitting a MessagePress a numeric key 0 to 9 to enter a 3-digit secret number Wireless Remote Control TH-D7A onlyPress PTT+VFO+ Power on PreparationENT or VFO UP/ DWN To recall a memory channel Press PTT+MR+ Power onControl Operation SKY Command 2 TH-D7A only Contact your authorized Kenwood dealer TransceiverYou can use the optional cables PG-4R to connect Transporter with the HF transceiver. For these cablesOn the Commander Access Menu 4-4 and select Commander On Transporter On CommanderProgramming Call Signs Programming a Tone FrequencyCLR PowerUP/ DWN ModePage Cleaning MaintenanceService Service NotePress A/B+ Power on to exit TroubleshootingProblem Probable Cause Corrective Action Press BAL, then UP/ DWN to Page Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action EMC-3 PB-38 PB-39 BT-11 Optional AccessoriesSMC-32 SMC-33 SMC-34 HMC-3PG-4R PG-3JPG-4W VC-H1 PG-4VEquipment Connections Connecting Other External EquipmentGeneral VHF Band UHF Band SpecificationsTransmitter VHF Band UHF Band Appendix TNC Commands ListShort Default Parameter Description Flow ON/ OFF DwaitEcho ON/ OFF Firmrnr FIR OFF ON/ OFFLtext HbaudLocation LOC Every Lpath LPA GPSPpersist ON/ OFF ResetTxdelay PersistQuick Reference Guide VFO F Key Operation Function1 s Index
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TH-D7A specifications

The Kenwood TH-D7A is a sophisticated handheld transceiver designed especially for amateur radio enthusiasts. It combines advanced features with user-friendly operation, making it a popular choice among both beginners and seasoned operators.

One of the standout features of the TH-D7A is its dual-band capability, allowing users to operate on both the 2-meter (144 MHz) and 70-centimeter (440 MHz) bands. This dual-band functionality gives operators increased flexibility and access to a wider range of communication channels. Additionally, the transceiver supports the simultaneous transmission and reception of two different frequencies, allowing for efficient monitoring of multiple communications.

The TH-D7A is equipped with an impressive 1,000 memory channels, which can be organized into 100 memory groups. This allows users to store a vast amount of frequencies and access them easily when needed. The transceiver also provides a wide frequency coverage, extending from 144 to 148 MHz and from 430 to 450 MHz in the VHF and UHF bands, respectively.

Another remarkable feature of the TH-D7A is its built-in Automatic Packet Reporting System (APRS) capabilities. This technology enables users to share real-time location data, send and receive messages, and provide status updates, making it an invaluable tool for outdoor activities and emergency communication.

In terms of construction, the TH-D7A features a durable and compact design, making it suitable for both portable and mobile use. The large, easy-to-read LCD display provides clear visibility in various lighting conditions. Additionally, the transceiver supports a variety of advanced voice modes, including FM, AM, and SSB (Single Side Band), offering a versatile communication experience.

The TH-D7A also incorporates a wide range of digital modes, enhancing its operational capabilities. With the included programming software, users can easily customize their settings, manage memory channels, and update firmware, ensuring the transceiver remains compatible with evolving technologies.

Power management is another highlight, as the TH-D7A provides adjustable output power levels, enabling users to conserve battery life when needed. Overall, the Kenwood TH-D7A is a feature-rich handheld transceiver that combines robust performance with innovative technology, making it a top choice for amateur radio operators seeking reliable communication in diverse environments. Its versatility, combined with its intuitive design, ensures it meets the needs of users across all experience levels.
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