Kenwood TS-480SAT Portable Bracket E-TYPE only, Fuses, Fuse Location Fuse Current Rating

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1 INSTALLATION

PORTABLE BRACKET (E-TYPE ONLY)

Using the supplied Portable Bracket, you can carry the Remote Control panel and TX/ RX unit together.

Two TX/ RX unit positions are available. If you do not use the EXT.SP, REMOTE and DATA connectors, place the TX/ RX unit in front position. If you use the EXT.SP, REMOTE or DATA connector, place the TX/ RX unit to the back position. You can also attach the handle as shown if necessary. Use the supplied short cable (RJ11/ 20 cm) to connect the Remote Control panel and the TX/ RX unit.

SEMS screw (M4 x 10 mm)

Binding head screw (M4 x 8 mm)

RJ11/ 20 cm

SEMS screw

(M4 x 10 mm)

	AT
2	1
	DC 2 13.8V

DC 1 13.8V

GND

	Flat-head screw	Carrying handle
	(M4 x 12 mm)	Carrying handle
	(M4 x 12 mm)

FUSES

The following fuses are used in the TS-480HX/ SAT transceiver. If a fuse blows, determine the cause then correct the problem. Only after the problem has been resolved, replace the blown fuse with a new one with the specified ratings. If newly installed fuses continue to blow, disconnect the power plug and contact a KENWOOD service center or your dealer for assistance.

1Remove 7 screws at the bottom of the TX/ RX unit.

2Remove 8 screws inside of the TX/ RX unit.

3Lift the shield cover.

4Replace 4 A fuse.

	Fuse Location	Fuse Current Rating

	TS-480HX/ SAT	4 A
	(TX/ RX unit)	(For an external antenna tuner)

	Supplied DC power	25 A
	cable	25 A
	cable

		KEY	ADDLEP
COM
		ANEL P
REMOTE			MIC
REMOTE	ATAD
	ATAD	SP.EXT
		SP.EXT

		KEY	DDLEPA
COM
		ANEL P
REMOTE			MIC
REMOTE	ATAD
	ATAD	SP.EXT
		SP.EXT

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Contents TS-480HX TS-480SAT Before Starting Supplied Accessories FeaturesQuantity Accessory Thank YOUMarket Codes Models Covered by this ManualWriting Conventions Followed Thank YOUPrecautions Contents Contents Optional Accessories TroubleshootingSpecifications IndexMobile Installation InstallationInstallation Example Remote Control Panel Installation Antenna Connection Installation DC Power Cable Connection Ground Connection Ignition NoiseDC Power Supply Connection Fixed Station InstallationInstallation TS-480SATGround Connection Antenna ConnectionLightning Protection Fuses Portable Bracket E-TYPE onlyFuse Location Fuse Current Rating TS-480HX/ SATPanel and Microphone Connection Panel and Microphone Connection Using PG-4Z OptionRemote Control Panel Accessory ConnectionsTX/ RX Unit Reception Your First QSOTransmission Your First QSOGetting Acquainted Remote Control Panel@3LED Getting Acquainted#0QMR/ MsVFO key @9QMI/ M.IN key#1A/B / M/V key #2A=B/ Split key2AGC OFF LCD Display5FINE @5DNL @4M.SCR@8AUTO #4RITEXT.SP jack TX/ RX UnitPaddle and KEY jacks Plastic coverCooling Fans GND postMicrophone Remote Control Panel RearUP/ DWN keys Adjusting Volume Switching Power ON/ OFFOperating Basics Selecting VFO a or VFO BAdjusting Squelch Selecting a ModeSelecting a Band Selecting a FrequencyWhat Is Measured? Selecting Transmission PowerMULTI-FUNCTION Meter TransmittingPress MIC/ 5/ RF.G Operating Basics Microphone GainWhat is a MENU? Menu SetupMenu Access Quick MenuFunction Menu ConfigurationDSP Group Menu Function Selections Default Menu SetupTOT FSKAPO Function Menu Alphabetical Function ListSSB Transmission Basic CommunicationsFM Transmission Narrow Bandwidth for FM AM TransmissionNarrow Bandwidth for AM Basic CommunicationsAuto ZERO-BEAT CW TransmissionTX SIDETONE/ RX Pitch Frequency Enhanced Communications Press MENU/ F.LOCK 1 s to lock the Tuning controlSPLIT-FREQUENCY Operation TF-SET Transmission Frequency SETEnhanced Communications FM Repeater OperationTone FREQ. ID Scan Enhanced Communications Transmitting a ToneActivating the Tone Function Selecting a Tone FrequencyCtcss FREQ. ID Scan FM Ctcss OperationFreq Reception Communicating AidsSelecting Your Frequency Communicating Aids RIT Receive Incremental TuningAGC Automatic Gain Control VOX VOICE-OPERATED Transmit TransmissionCommunicating Aids Speech Processor XIT Transmit Incremental TuningCharacteristics Communicating Aids Customizing Transmission SignalTransmit Inhibit Busy LockoutAuto Weighting Using Semi BREAK-IN or Full BREAK-INCW BREAK-IN Electronic KeyerStoring CW Messages CW Message MemoryChecking CW Messages without Transmitting Transmitting CW MessagesMIC UP/ DWN KEY Paddle Mode Auto CW TX in SSB ModeFrequency Correction for CW Swap DOT and Dash Paddle PositionRadio Teletype Rtty Specialized CommunicationsA./ Canada ARU Region Specialized Communications Packet RadioSlow Scan TV/ Facsimile Rejecting Interference Mode If filter bandwidthIf Filter Changing the if Filter BandwidthDSP Filters Adjust ModeRejecting Interference Changing the DSP Filter BandwidthNoise Blanker Rejecting Interference Beat Cancel SSB/ FM/ AMDigital Noise Limiter DNL Noise Reduction ALL ModesDSP RX Monitor DSP Filter for Data Communication SSB/ FMCenter Attenuator PRE-AMPLIFIERCW Reverse Reception Memory Channels Memory FeaturesStoring Data in Memory Simplex ChannelsMemory Recall and Scroll Memory FeaturesSplit-Frequency Channels Memory RecallMemory Scroll Memory TransferMemory \ VFO Transfer Temporary Frequency ChangesConfirming Start/ End Frequencies Storing Frequency RangesChannel 00 ~ Channel 90 ~ Memory Channel Name Memory Channel LockoutProgrammable VFO Available alpha-numeric charactersStoring Into Quick Memory Quick MemoryRecalling Quick Memory Channels Temporary Frequency ChangesNormal Scan ScanVFO Scan Program ScanProgram Scan Partially Slowed ScanScan Hold Carrier-Operated mode co Time-Operated mode toMemory Scan Scan Resume MethodMemory Group Scan Group ScanScan Group Select Performing Group ScanAntennas Operator ConveniencesAutomatic Antenna Tuner Presetting Auto ModeOperator Conveniences External Antenna Tuner typeBeep Function Mode Morse Code OutputBeeps What it means Linear Amplifier Control DisplayLock Functions PF KEY Microphone PF KeysRX DSP Equalizer RX MonitorTX Power TIME-OUT TimerTransverter TX MonitorUsing Quick Transfer Setting UPTX Tune Quick Data TransferCommunication Parameters Computer ControlOptional Remote Controlling the TS-480 onOperator Conveniences Controlling the TS-480 from PC NetworkConstant Recording Operator Conveniences Message PlaybackLock MenuQMI/ M.IN ENTCrossband Repteater Voice Guide Announcement VolumeVoice Guide Announcement Speed OperationOperator Conveniences DX Packetcluster Tune SKY Command II Diagram Operator Conveniences SKY Command II K-TYPE onlyPreparation Control OperationTH-D7A Commander Setup Using TH-D7A AS a CommanderMic Key Function DWN PowerMode CLRCompatible Transceiver ComputerRtty Operation Connecting Peripheral EquipmentRemote terminal pin assignment 8-pin mini DIN Pin No FunctionAntenna Tuner Data connector pin assignment 6-pin mini DINMCP and TNC Crossband Repeater DX Packetcluster TuneTM-D700A Connecting Peripheral Equipment SKY Command II K-TYPE onlyRemoving the TOP Cover Installing OptionsVGS-1 Voice Guide & Storage Unit YF-107C/ CN/ SN if Filters and SO-3 TcxoReference Frequency Calibration Installing OptionsTS-480 transceiver without SO-3 TS-480 transceiver with SO-3General Information TroubleshootingTroubleshooting TroubleshootingProblem Probable Cause Corrective Action Press MENU/ F.LOCK 1 s to switchPress Mode or Mode 1 s to select Press ATT/PRE/ ANT1/2 to switchPress ATT/PRE/ ANT1/2 until ATT Press ATT/PRE/ ANT1/2 1 s toFM Repeater Operation VGS ERR DC ErrorDemonstration Mode Microprocessor ResetInitial Settings Partial ResetOperation Notices DC Power SupplyFAN Noises Internal BeatsPG-4Z Optional AccessoriesVGS-1 F1B FSK SpecificationsReceiver SpecificationsCtcss IndexRtty IndexVFO