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13 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES

TIME-OUT TIMER

The Time-out Timer limits the time of each transmission. It is also useful to prevent a long accidental transmission.

1Press [MENU/ F.LOCK], then turn the MULTI control to access Menu No. 22.

2Press []/ [] to select ÒoFFÓ, Ò3Ó, Ò5Ó, Ò10Ó, Ò20Ó, or Ò30Ó minutes.

3Press [MENU/ F.LOCK] to store the settings and exit Menu mode.

TRANSVERTER

If you have a transverter that converts the TS-480 operating frequencies to other frequencies, you can use this TS-480 transceiver as a transverter exciter. Consult the instruction manual that came with the transverter for interfacing to the TS-480 transceiver.

■Frequency Display

1Connect the transverter to the ANT 1 or ANT 2 connector from the TX/ RX unit.

2Select the exciter operating frequency on the transceiver.

¥The transverter will use this frequency as the reference for converting frequencies.

3Access Menu No. 23, and select ÒonÓ.

¥The output power is automatically set to the lowest power for that frequency (default). Refer to ÒTX POWERÓ {below}.

4Press [MENU/ F.LOCK] to store the setting and exit the Menu mode.

5Press [ENT], then set the target converting frequency using the numeric keys.

6Press [ENT] to complete the entry.

7The transceiver displays the target transverter frequency instead of the actual operating frequency.

Note: When using a transverter, not all the functions of this transceiver are available.

■Transmission Output Power

If Menu No. 23 is selected ÒonÓ {above}, the transceiver automatically decreases the output power to 5 watts. However, if you do not wish to decrease the output power, you can turn this function OFF. Access Menu No. 24 and select ÒoFFÓ. The transceiver transmits at full power even if Menu No. 23 is ON {above}.

TX MONITOR

TX monitor allows you to monitor the on-going transmission sound. This is convenient when you want to check the modulation sound quality of the transmission. In FSK mode, you can monitor the FSK signal that the transceiver is transmitting.

1Press [PWR/ 4/ TX MON] (1 s).

2The current TX monitor setting appears on the sub-display.

3Turn the MULTI control to select the monitor sound level from ÒoFFÓ, and Ò1Ó to Ò9Ó.

4Press [MTR/ CLR] to store the selected TX monitor level.

Note:

◆We recommend you use headphones when you monitor SSB, AM, or FM mode, in order to avoid howling.

◆The CW transmission signal cannot be monitored using the TX monitor function. Use the TX sidetone function to monitor CW transmissions (Menu Nos. 13 and 34).

TX POWER

You can adjust the transmission output power by pressing [PWR/ 4/ TX MONI] and turning the MULTI control. If more precise power adjustment is required, access Menu No. 21 and select ÒonÓ. When this function is activated, the power adjustment steps change as shown in the table below.

TS-480SAT

Band

Mode

Menu No. 21

Menu No. 21

OFF

ON

 

 

 

SSB/ CW/

5 ~ 100 W

5 ~ 100 W

HF band

FM/ FSK

in steps of 5

in steps of 1

AM

5 ~ 25 W

5 ~ 25 W

 

 

in steps of 5

in steps of 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SSB/ CW/

5 ~ 100 W

5 ~ 100 W

50 MHz

FM/ FSK

in steps of 5

in steps of 1

AM

5 ~ 25 W

5 ~ 25 W

 

 

in steps of 5

in steps of 1

 

 

TS-480HX

Band

Mode

Menu No. 21

Menu No. 21

OFF

ON

 

 

 

SSB/ CW/

5 ~ 200 W

5 ~ 200 W

HF band

FM/ FSK

in steps of 5

in steps of 1

AM

5 ~ 50 W

5 ~ 50 W

 

 

in steps of 5

in steps of 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SSB/ CW/

5 ~ 100 W

5 ~ 100 W

50 MHz

FM/ FSK

in steps of 5

in steps of 1

 

 

 

AM

5 ~ 25 W

5 ~ 25 W

 

 

in steps of 5

in steps of 1

 

 

Note:

 

 

 

◆The output power settings are stored independently for HF and 50 MHz. As shown in the table above, you can also store different output power settings for AM and other modes for HF bands and the 50 MHz band.

◆If the TS-480HX transceiver is connected to the AT-300 external antenna tuner, the TX power is automatically reduced to 100 W (AM mode: 25 W).

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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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