Kenwood TS-480HX, TS-480SAT Using TH-D7A AS a Commander, TH-D7A Commander Setup, Mic Key Function

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Mic Key

Function

 

 

1Power OFF

2HF frequency receive ON/ OFF

3Modulation mode switch

4RIT ON/ OFF

5XIT ON/ OFF

6RIT offset or XIT offset clear

7Split-frequency ON/ OFF

8Transfer from Memory to VFO

9In VFO mode: VFO A/ VFO B switch

In Memory Recall mode: No change

0Current settings retrieve (from HF transceiver)

BVFO/ Memory Recall mode switch

CXIT/ RIT offset frequency increase

DXIT/ RIT offset frequency decrease

 

In LSB, USB, or CW mode:

1

10 Hz/ 1 kHz switch

 

 

In FM or AM mode: 1 kHz/ 10 kHz switch

 

 

# 2

In VFO mode: Frequency entry ON

In Memory Recall mode: Channel number

 

entry ON

1ÒFSÓ appears when you select 1 kHz step (LSB/ USB/ CW) or 10 kHz step (FM/ AM).

2After pressing Mic [#], press Mic [0] to [9] to enter a frequency or memory channel number.

When Mic [0] is pressed, the Commander shows the current settings of the HF transceiver:

 

w

q

u

 

e r t y

qHF frequency

w VFO: A, VFO: B,

MR: 00 ~ 99 (memory channel number) e RIT, XIT

r OFF, Ð9.99 ~ +9.99

t LSB, USB, CW, FM, or AM

y SPLITÐA: VFO A is used for transmitting. SPLITÐB: VFO B is used for transmitting.

SPLITÐM: A memory channel is used for transmitting. u ÒFSÓ appears when Mic [] is pressed.

Note:

After pressing [MENU], you can access only Menu 4–4.

The Transporter will transmit its call sign in Morse code every 10 minutes, using the 144 MHz band.

The APO timer will not operate on the transceiver while the Transporter is ON.

USING TH-D7A AS A COMMANDER

To use a TH-D7A transceiver as a ÒCommanderÓ (an external remote control unit), follow the steps below. Basically, it is the same as using a TM-D700A as a ÒCommanderÓ (described on the previous page).

TS-480 + TH-D7A/ TM-D700A (Transporter) Setup:

1Configure the TH-D7A or TM-D700A as a ÒTransporterÓ and connect all the necessary cables to the TS-480 transceiver.

2Select a frequency (HF/ 50 MHz band) on the TS-480 transceiver.

3On the TS-480, press [MENU/ F.LOCK], then turn the MULTI control to access Menu No. 56.

4Select the same communication parameters that you selected for the TH-D7A or TM-D700A transceiver.

5Press [MENU/ F.LOCK] to complete.

6Start the Transporter mode on the TH-D7A or TM-D700A transceiver.

TH-D7A (Commander) Setup:

1Access Menu 4Ð1 to enter the same callsign that you entered for the Commander (ex: WD6DJY).

2Access Menu 4Ð2 to enter the same callsign that you entered for the Transporter (ex: WD6DJY-1).

3Access Menu 4Ð3 to select the same CTCSS tone frequency that you selected for the Transporter.

4Set the same frequencies that you selected for the ÒTransporterÓ for the VHF and UHF bands.

Note: Refer to Chapter 19, Sky Command II, of the TH-D7A instruction manual for details on how to enter the callsign and CTCSS tone frequency.

CONTROL OPERATION

First, switch the TS-480 and TH-D7A or TM-D700A transceivers (Transporter) ON. Configure the TH-D7A or TM-D700A to enter the ÒTransporterÓ mode.

Then, access Menu 4Ð4 on the TH-D7A and select

ÒCOMMANDERÓ. ÒPUSH [0] KEY TO START COMMANDER!!Ó appears.

Press [0] on the TH-D7A to start Sky Command II mode.

When in Sky Command II mode, the keys of the TH-D7A (Commander) will function as described below. Only [LAMP], [MONI], and the VOL control functions will not change.

Each time you press the desired key, the Commander will automatically enter Transmission mode and send the corresponding control command to the Transporter.

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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-480SATGround Connection Antenna ConnectionLightning Protection Fuse Location Fuse Current Rating Portable Bracket E-TYPE onlyFuses TS-480HX/ SATPanel and Microphone Connection Using PG-4Z Option Panel and Microphone ConnectionRemote Control Panel Accessory ConnectionsTX/ RX Unit 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 key2AGC OFF LCD Display5FINE @8AUTO @4M.SCR@5DNL #4RITPaddle and KEY jacks TX/ RX UnitEXT.SP jack Plastic coverGND post Cooling FansMicrophone Remote Control Panel RearUP/ DWN keys 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 MenuFunction Menu ConfigurationDSP TOT Menu SetupGroup Menu Function Selections Default FSKAPO Alphabetical Function List Function MenuSSB Transmission Basic CommunicationsFM Transmission Narrow Bandwidth for AM AM TransmissionNarrow Bandwidth for FM Basic CommunicationsAuto ZERO-BEAT CW TransmissionTX SIDETONE/ RX Pitch Frequency 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 FrequencyCtcss FREQ. ID Scan FM Ctcss OperationFreq Reception Communicating AidsSelecting Your Frequency Communicating Aids RIT Receive Incremental TuningAGC Automatic Gain Control 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 PositionRadio Teletype Rtty Specialized CommunicationsA./ Canada ARU Region 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 ModesDSP RX Monitor DSP Filter for Data Communication SSB/ FMCenter Attenuator PRE-AMPLIFIERCW Reverse Reception 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 ChangesConfirming Start/ End Frequencies Storing Frequency RangesChannel 00 ~ Channel 90 ~ 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 ScanProgram Scan Partially Slowed ScanScan Hold Memory Scan Time-Operated mode toCarrier-Operated mode co Scan Resume MethodScan Group Select Scan Group ScanMemory Group Performing Group ScanAntennas Operator ConveniencesAutomatic Antenna Tuner Operator Conveniences Auto ModePresetting External Antenna Tuner typeBeep Function Mode Morse Code OutputBeeps What it means Linear Amplifier Control DisplayLock Functions 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 OperationTH-D7A Commander Setup Using TH-D7A AS a CommanderMic Key Function Mode PowerDWN CLRComputer Compatible TransceiverRemote terminal pin assignment 8-pin mini DIN Connecting Peripheral EquipmentRtty Operation Pin No FunctionAntenna Tuner Data connector pin assignment 6-pin mini DINMCP and TNC 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 BeatsPG-4Z Optional AccessoriesVGS-1 Specifications F1B FSKSpecifications ReceiverIndex CtcssRtty IndexVFO