Kenwood TS-480SAT, TS-480HX CW Transmission, Auto ZERO-BEAT, TX SIDETONE/ RX Pitch Frequency

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6 BASIC COMMUNICATIONS

CW TRANSMISSION

CW operators know that this mode is very reliable when communicating under worst conditions. It may be true that newer digital modes rival CW as being equally as useful in poor conditions. These modes, however, do not have the long history of service nor the simplicity that CW provides.

This transceiver has a built-in electronic keyer that supports a variety of functions. For details on using these functions, refer to ÒELECTRONIC KEYERÓ {page 39}.

If necessary, refer to ÒOPERATING BASICSÓ, beginning on page 18, for details on how to receive.

1Select the operating frequency.

2Press [MODE] until ÒCWÓ or ÒCWRÓ appears.

¥To precisely tune in another station, use Auto Zero-beat. Refer to ÒAUTO ZERO-BEATÓ {below}.

3Press [VOX/ 8] to activate the CW break-in function.

¥ÒVOXÓ appears.

¥Refer to ÒCW BREAK-INÓ for further information on automatic TX/ RX switching {page 39}.

4Begin sending the message.

¥As you transmit, you should hear a sidetone that lets you monitor your own transmission.

¥The LED lights red as you send the message.

5Stop sending the message to return to Reception mode.

¥The LED lights green or turns off, depending on the SQL control setting.

AUTO ZERO-BEAT

Use Auto Zero-beat before transmitting to tune in a CW station. Auto Zero-beat automatically and exactly matches your transmit frequency with the station you are receiving. Neglecting to do this will reduce your chances of being heard by the other station.

1Tune to the CW signal using the Tuning control.

2Press [BC/ CW.T] (1 s) to start Auto Zero-beat while CW is selected for the operating mode.

¥ÒCW TUNEÓ appears.

¥Your reception frequency automatically changes so that the pitch (tone) of the received signal exactly matches the TX sidetone/ RX pitch frequency that you have selected. Refer to ÒTX SIDETONE/ RX PITCH FREQUENCYÓ {below}.

¥When matching is completed, ÒCW TUNEÓ disappears.

¥If matching is unsuccessful, the previous frequency is restored.

3To quit Auto Zero-beat, press [CLR/ MTR] or press [BC/ CW.T] again.

Note:

◆You cannot start Auto Zero-beat if you have selected 1.0 kHz or wider for the DSP filter bandwidth {page 46}.

◆When using Auto Zero-beat, the matching error is within ±50 Hz in most cases.

◆Auto Zero-beat may fail if the keying speed of the target station is too slow or some interference is present.

◆When the RIT function is ON, only RIT frequencies change to make the Auto Zero-beat adjustment.

TX SIDETONE/ RX PITCH FREQUENCY

As you send CW, you will hear tones from the transceiver speaker. These are called TX (transmission) sidetones. Listening to these tones, you can monitor what you are transmitting. You may also use the tones to ensure that your key contacts are closing, the keyer is functioning, or to practice sending without actually putting a signal on the air.

RX (reception) pitch refers to the frequency of CW that you hear after tuning in a CW station.

On this transceiver, the frequency of the sidetone and RX pitch are equal and selectable. Access Menu No. 34 to select the frequency that is most comfortable for you. The selectable range is from 400 Hz to 1000 Hz in steps of 50 Hz (default is 800 Hz).

To change the volume of the TX sidetone, access Menu No. 13. The selections range from 1 to 9 and OFF (default is 5).

Note: The position of the AF control does not affect the volume of the TX sidetone.

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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 InstallationAntenna Connection Installation DC Power Cable ConnectionGround 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
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