Kenwood TS-480SAT, TS-480HX Operator Conveniences Message Playback, Constant Recording

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13 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES

MESSAGE PLAYBACK

You can play back the message in channel 1, 2, or 3 to check or to send. It is also possible to make a longer message by consecutively playing back the messages of more than one channel, linking them together.

You can even repeatedly send a longer, linked message by using the Repeat function. To switch this function ON, access Menu No. 31 and select ÒonÓ (default is OFF). Then, select the repeat interval time in Menu No. 32 (default is 10 seconds).

Note:

Pressing [ ] (POWER) cancels playback in progress.

The settings in Menu Nos. 31 and 32 are shared with CW Message Playback described in “CW MESSAGE MEMORY” {page 40}.

Checking Messages

1Select SSB, FM, or AM mode.

¥Select the same mode when you recorded the message.

¥Confirm the VOX function is OFF.

2Press [CH1/ 1/ REC], [CH2/ 2/ REC], or [CH3/ 3/ REC], depending on which channel you want to check.

¥For example, ÒAP 1Ð ÐÓ appear while playing back the message in channel 1.

¥To interrupt playback, press [MTR/ CLR].

3To play back another message in sequence, press the corresponding key ([CH1/ 1/ REC], [CH2/ 2/ REC], or [CH3/ 3/ REC]) while the first message is being played.

¥Up to 3 channels can be queued.

Sending Messages

1Select SSB, FM, or AM.

¥Select the same mode when you recorded the message.

2Press [VOX/ 8] to switch VOX ON or OFF.

¥If you switched VOX ON, skip step 3.

3Press and hold Mic [PTT].

4Press [CH1/ 1/ REC], [CH2/ 2/ REC], or [CH3/ 3/ REC], depending on which channel you want to use.

¥For example, ÒAP 1Ð ÐÓ appear while playing back the message in channel 1.

¥To interrupt playback, press [MTR/ CLR].

5To play back another message in sequence, press the corresponding key ([CH1/ 1/ REC], [CH2/ 2/ REC], or [CH3/ 3/ REC]) while the first message is being played.

¥Up to 3 channels can be queued.

6Release Mic [PTT].

Erasing a Recorded Message

1Press [CH1/ 1/ REC] (1 s) or

[CH2/ 2/ REC] (1 s) or [CH3/ 3/ REC] (1 s) to select the message which you want to erase.

¥ÒAPn Ð ÐÓ appear, where ÒnÓ represents the channel number.

2To erase the recorded message, press and hold the same key as in step 1 ([CH1/ 1/ REC], [CH2/ 2/ REC], or [CH3/ 3/ REC]), while simultaneously pressing [MTR/ CLR].

¥A beep sounds and the message is erased.

Changing Inter-message Interval Time

For repetitive message playback, you can change the interval between each series of messages. Use Menu No. 32, and select the time in the range of 0 to 60 seconds.

Changing Message Playback Volume

Turning the AF control does not change the volume for the message playback. To change the message playback volume , access Menu No. 14 to select the playback volume level from Ò1Ó to Ò9Ó or ÒoFFÓ.

CONSTANT RECORDING

By utilizing the digital recording capability of the VGS-1, you can configure the VGS-1 to store the last 30-second of the incoming reception signal to the VGS-1. It is similar to a flight recorder that is used in an aircraft. You can play back the last 30 seconds of the reception signal to confirm what has been heard.

To activate the Constant Recording function, access Menu No. 30 and select ÒonÓ. ÒÓ appears and the the transceiver starts recording the signal in background. When you press [CH3/ 3/ REC] (1 s), the VGS-1 stores a maximum of last 30-second of the reception audio signal to the flash memory. While writing the audio signal data to flash memory, ÒFLASH WRÓ appears for a while. To playback the stored reception signal, press [CH3/ 3/ REC].

To play back the stored reception sound, press [CH3/ 3/ REC]. To quit, press [MTR/ CLR].

Note:

While the Menu No. 30 is ON, you cannot use the Channel 3 (CH3) message memory to record and playback your voice message. However, the message in CH3 is not erased. When the Constant Recording function is turned OFF (Menu No.30 is OFF), you can playback the message on Channel 3 (CH3).

While the “” icon disappears, such as the VGS-1 is playing back a message or the Voice Guide function is working, the Constant Recording function temporarily pauses.

When you record a new message to the VGS-1, 30-second Constant Recording buffer is cleared.

You cannot transmit a stored audio signal that is recorded with the Constant Recording function.

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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-480SATLightning Protection Antenna ConnectionGround Connection Fuses Portable Bracket E-TYPE onlyFuse Location Fuse Current Rating TS-480HX/ SATPanel and Microphone Connection Panel and Microphone Connection Using PG-4Z OptionTX/ RX Unit Accessory ConnectionsRemote Control Panel 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 key5FINE LCD Display2AGC OFF @5DNL @4M.SCR@8AUTO #4RITEXT.SP jack TX/ RX UnitPaddle and KEY jacks Plastic coverCooling Fans GND postUP/ DWN keys Remote Control Panel RearMicrophone 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 MenuDSP Menu ConfigurationFunction Group Menu Function Selections Default Menu SetupTOT FSKAPO Function Menu Alphabetical Function ListFM Transmission Basic CommunicationsSSB Transmission Narrow Bandwidth for FM AM TransmissionNarrow Bandwidth for AM Basic CommunicationsTX SIDETONE/ RX Pitch Frequency CW TransmissionAuto ZERO-BEAT 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 FrequencyFreq FM Ctcss OperationCtcss FREQ. ID Scan Selecting Your Frequency Communicating AidsReception AGC Automatic Gain Control RIT Receive Incremental TuningCommunicating Aids 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 PositionA./ Canada ARU Region Specialized CommunicationsRadio Teletype Rtty 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 ModesCenter DSP Filter for Data Communication SSB/ FMDSP RX Monitor CW Reverse Reception PRE-AMPLIFIERAttenuator 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 ChangesChannel 00 ~ Channel 90 ~ Storing Frequency RangesConfirming Start/ End Frequencies 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 ScanScan Hold ScanProgram Scan Partially Slowed Carrier-Operated mode co Time-Operated mode toMemory Scan Scan Resume MethodMemory Group Scan Group ScanScan Group Select Performing Group ScanAutomatic Antenna Tuner Operator ConveniencesAntennas Presetting Auto ModeOperator Conveniences External Antenna Tuner typeBeeps What it means Mode Morse Code OutputBeep Function Lock Functions DisplayLinear Amplifier Control 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 OperationMic Key Function Using TH-D7A AS a CommanderTH-D7A Commander Setup DWN PowerMode CLRCompatible Transceiver ComputerRtty Operation Connecting Peripheral EquipmentRemote terminal pin assignment 8-pin mini DIN Pin No FunctionMCP and TNC Data connector pin assignment 6-pin mini DINAntenna Tuner 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 BeatsVGS-1 Optional AccessoriesPG-4Z F1B FSK SpecificationsReceiver SpecificationsCtcss IndexVFO IndexRtty