Kenwood TS-480HX, TS-480SAT instruction manual Before Starting

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NOTICE TO THE USER

One or more of the following statements may be applicable for this equipment.

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.

INFORMATION TO THE DIGITAL DEVICE USER REQUIRED BY THE FCC

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:

•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.

•Consult the dealer for technical assistance.

BEFORE STARTING

Amateur radio regulations vary from country to country. Confirm your local amateur radio regulations and requirements before operating the transceiver.

Depending on the size and type of vehicle, the maximum transmission output power for the mobile operation will vary. The maximum transmission output power is usually specified by the car manufacturer to avoid interference with other electric devices used in the vehicle. Consult your car manufacturer and amateur radio equipment dealer for the requirements and installation.

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Contents TS-480HX TS-480SAT Before Starting Quantity Accessory FeaturesSupplied Accessories Thank YOUWriting Conventions Followed Models Covered by this ManualMarket Codes Thank YOUPrecautions Contents Contents Specifications TroubleshootingOptional Accessories IndexInstallation Example InstallationMobile Installation Remote Control Panel InstallationGround Connection Installation DC Power Cable ConnectionAntenna Connection Ignition NoiseInstallation Fixed Station InstallationDC Power Supply Connection TS-480SATLightning Protection Antenna ConnectionGround Connection Fuse Location Fuse Current Rating Portable Bracket E-TYPE onlyFuses TS-480HX/ SATPanel and Microphone Connection Using PG-4Z Option Panel and Microphone ConnectionTX/ RX Unit Accessory ConnectionsRemote Control Panel Your First QSO ReceptionYour First QSO TransmissionRemote Control Panel Getting AcquaintedGetting Acquainted @3LED#1A/B / M/V key @9QMI/ M.IN key#0QMR/ MsVFO key #2A=B/ Split key5FINE LCD Display2AGC OFF @8AUTO @4M.SCR@5DNL #4RITPaddle and KEY jacks TX/ RX UnitEXT.SP jack Plastic coverGND post Cooling FansUP/ DWN keys Remote Control Panel RearMicrophone Operating Basics Switching Power ON/ OFFAdjusting Volume Selecting VFO a or VFO BSelecting a Band Selecting a ModeAdjusting Squelch Selecting a FrequencyMULTI-FUNCTION Meter Selecting Transmission PowerWhat Is Measured? TransmittingOperating Basics Microphone Gain Press MIC/ 5/ RF.GMenu Access Menu SetupWhat is a MENU? Quick MenuDSP Menu ConfigurationFunction TOT Menu SetupGroup Menu Function Selections Default FSKAPO Alphabetical Function List Function MenuFM Transmission Basic CommunicationsSSB Transmission Narrow Bandwidth for AM AM TransmissionNarrow Bandwidth for FM Basic CommunicationsTX SIDETONE/ RX Pitch Frequency CW TransmissionAuto ZERO-BEAT SPLIT-FREQUENCY Operation Press MENU/ F.LOCK 1 s to lock the Tuning controlEnhanced Communications TF-SET Transmission Frequency SETFM Repeater Operation Enhanced CommunicationsActivating the Tone Function Enhanced Communications Transmitting a ToneTone FREQ. ID Scan Selecting a Tone FrequencyFreq FM Ctcss OperationCtcss FREQ. ID Scan Selecting Your Frequency Communicating AidsReception AGC Automatic Gain Control RIT Receive Incremental TuningCommunicating Aids Transmission VOX VOICE-OPERATED TransmitXIT Transmit Incremental Tuning Communicating Aids Speech ProcessorTransmit Inhibit Communicating Aids Customizing Transmission SignalCharacteristics Busy LockoutCW BREAK-IN Using Semi BREAK-IN or Full BREAK-INAuto Weighting Electronic KeyerChecking CW Messages without Transmitting CW Message MemoryStoring CW Messages Transmitting CW MessagesFrequency Correction for CW Auto CW TX in SSB ModeMIC UP/ DWN KEY Paddle Mode Swap DOT and Dash Paddle PositionA./ Canada ARU Region Specialized CommunicationsRadio Teletype Rtty Packet Radio Specialized CommunicationsSlow Scan TV/ Facsimile If Filter Mode If filter bandwidthRejecting Interference Changing the if Filter BandwidthRejecting Interference Adjust ModeDSP Filters Changing the DSP Filter BandwidthDigital Noise Limiter DNL Rejecting Interference Beat Cancel SSB/ FM/ AMNoise Blanker Noise Reduction ALL ModesCenter DSP Filter for Data Communication SSB/ FMDSP RX Monitor CW Reverse Reception PRE-AMPLIFIERAttenuator Storing Data in Memory Memory FeaturesMemory Channels Simplex ChannelsSplit-Frequency Channels Memory FeaturesMemory Recall and Scroll Memory RecallMemory \ VFO Transfer Memory TransferMemory Scroll Temporary Frequency ChangesChannel 00 ~ Channel 90 ~ Storing Frequency RangesConfirming Start/ End Frequencies Programmable VFO Memory Channel LockoutMemory Channel Name Available alpha-numeric charactersRecalling Quick Memory Channels Quick MemoryStoring Into Quick Memory Temporary Frequency ChangesVFO Scan ScanNormal Scan Program ScanScan Hold ScanProgram Scan Partially Slowed Memory Scan Time-Operated mode toCarrier-Operated mode co Scan Resume MethodScan Group Select Scan Group ScanMemory Group Performing Group ScanAutomatic Antenna Tuner Operator ConveniencesAntennas Operator Conveniences Auto ModePresetting External Antenna Tuner typeBeeps What it means Mode Morse Code OutputBeep Function Lock Functions DisplayLinear Amplifier Control RX DSP Equalizer Microphone PF KeysPF KEY RX MonitorTransverter TIME-OUT TimerTX Power TX MonitorTX Tune Setting UPUsing Quick Transfer Quick Data TransferComputer Control Communication ParametersOperator Conveniences Controlling the TS-480 from PC Remote Controlling the TS-480 onOptional NetworkOperator Conveniences Message Playback Constant RecordingQMI/ M.IN MenuLock ENTVoice Guide Announcement Speed Voice Guide Announcement VolumeCrossband Repteater OperationOperator Conveniences DX Packetcluster Tune Preparation Operator Conveniences SKY Command II K-TYPE onlySKY Command II Diagram Control OperationMic Key Function Using TH-D7A AS a CommanderTH-D7A Commander Setup Mode PowerDWN CLRComputer Compatible TransceiverRemote terminal pin assignment 8-pin mini DIN Connecting Peripheral EquipmentRtty Operation Pin No FunctionMCP and TNC Data connector pin assignment 6-pin mini DINAntenna Tuner DX Packetcluster Tune Crossband RepeaterConnecting Peripheral Equipment SKY Command II K-TYPE only TM-D700AVGS-1 Voice Guide & Storage Unit Installing OptionsRemoving the TOP Cover YF-107C/ CN/ SN if Filters and SO-3 TcxoTS-480 transceiver without SO-3 Installing OptionsReference Frequency Calibration TS-480 transceiver with SO-3Troubleshooting General InformationProblem Probable Cause Corrective Action TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Press MENU/ F.LOCK 1 s to switchPress ATT/PRE/ ANT1/2 until ATT Press ATT/PRE/ ANT1/2 to switchPress Mode or Mode 1 s to select Press ATT/PRE/ ANT1/2 1 s toFM Repeater Operation DC Error VGS ERRInitial Settings Microprocessor ResetDemonstration Mode Partial ResetFAN Noises DC Power SupplyOperation Notices Internal BeatsVGS-1 Optional AccessoriesPG-4Z Specifications F1B FSKSpecifications ReceiverIndex CtcssVFO IndexRtty