TM-V7A
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Features
Models Covered by this Manual
One or more of the following statements may be applicable
When condensation occurs inside the transceiver
Contents
Selecting Scan Resume Method
Partial Reset VFO Full Reset Memory
Selecting the Number of Channels Using Visual Scan
Setting Scan Limits Using Program Scan
Transceiver Lock All Lock
1200/ 9600 bps Operation Data Connector Pin Functions
Squelch Hang Time
Conventions Followed in this Manual
Supplied Accessories
Preparation for Mobile and Fixed Station Operation
Mobile Installation
Installation Example
Installation Steps
Mobile Operation
DC Power Cable Connection
PS-33 20.5 A, 25% duty cycle
Fixed Station Operation
Fuse Location Fuse Current Rating
Transceiver 15 a Supplied Accessory 20 a DC Power Cable
Antenna Connection
Replacing Fuses
Microphone
Accessory Connections
Packet Equipment Connections
External Speakers
Ewweww
Your First QSO
Basic Transceiver Modes
Getting Acquainted
Control Band
TX-Band
Front Panel
LOW button
Function button
Tone button
REV button
Rear Panel
3MNU button Selects the Menu mode
Microphone
Indicators
To exit Guide mode, press MNU again
Transceiver Guide
Function Index
VFO Scan Transmit Stored
Turn the VOL control clockwise to increase the audio level
Switching Power ON/OFF Adjusting Squelch
Selecting a Band Adjusting Volume
Press Band SEL to select the VHF or UHF band
Selecting Frequencies
Tuning Control
Microphone UP/DWN Buttons
Transmitting
Selecting Output Power
When you finish speaking, release Mic PTT
High Medium Low No Indicator
Menu Access
What is a MENU?
Select the desired band
Memory Channel Lockout
Menu Configuration
Description Selections
Multi-function Button Label See reference
Item No Description Selections Default
Not applicable
Operating Through Repeaters
Compared to simplex communication, you can usually
+600 kHz +5 MHz +1.6 MHz
Simplex
Selecting Offset Direction
Activating Tone Function
Selecting Offset Frequency
Freq
Selecting a Tone Frequency
Press s, then select Item No Auto Offset
Automatic Repeater Offset A./ Canada/ Europe Only
This complies with the standard Arrl band plan
European versions
Reverse Function
To cancel ASC, press REV
Automatic Simplex Checker ASC
Channel
Memory Channels
Simplex or Split Memory CHANNEL?
Parameter Simplex Split
Press SET again
VHF/UHF Memory Channel Ratio
VHF Band UHF Band
Press SET, then select the desired ratio
Storing Data in Split Channels
Storing Data in Simplex Channels
31, or the Call channel
Press MR again
Press MHz+ Power on
Recalling Memory Channels
Clearing Memory Channels
Naming Memory Channels
Call Channel
Changing Call Channel Contents Simplex
Recalling the Call Channel
Channel Display Function
Changing Call Channel Contents Split
Full Reset Memory
Partial Reset VFO
Initializing Memory
Programmable Information
Programmable Memory PM
Application Examples
Solution
Transceiver default environment. You will not lose
Contents of any memory channels
Press 1 to 4 corresponding to the desired PM Channel
Storing Data in PM Channels
Confirm that the following conditions have been Satisfied
Press 1 to 4 corresponding to the desired PM channel
Press s, then select Item No PM Auto Store
Resetting Programmable Memory
Press CALL+ Power on
Auto PM Channel Storing
Scan Type Scan Range
Scan
Selecting the Number of Channels
Visual Scan
Using Visual Scan
Selecting Scan Resume Method
Scan Resume Methods
VFO Scan allows you to scan all frequencies from
Memory Scan
Current frequency step size is used
Locking Out Memory Channels
Press SET to toggle Lockout on or OFF default
Press s, then select item No Lock Out
Program Scan
Setting Scan Limits
MHz Scan
Using Program Scan
CALL/VFO Scan
Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System Ctcss
Using Ctcss
When you are called
When you make a call Press and hold Mic PTT
Repeat Steps 4 and 5 to select the second and third
Dual Tone Squelch System Dtss
Storing Dtss Codes
Press s
Press and hold Mic PTT to transmit your Dtss code
Using Dtss
When you make a call
Select the appropriate Dtss code
Dtss and Repeaters
Press MNU to enter Menu mode Select Menu No Code Squelch
Press s, then select Item No CSQ Delay
Press MNU again to exit Menu mode
Ch. a 222 333 444 789
Code Memory
Communication Network Example
Member
Channel a Control or Mic UP/DWN to select
To switch Page OFF, press F, Dtss
15 4 Use the Tuning
Storing page Codes
Receiving
Calling
Locking OUT page Codes
Dtss and Repeaters page 52. This setting is
Shared with Dtss
Press s, then select Item No Answer Back
Auto page Cancel
Press s, then select Item No PAG Cancel
Answer Back U.S.A./ Canada only
Autopatch U.S.A. and Canada
Dual Tone MULTI-FREQUENCY Dtmf Functions
Mic Keypad Confirmation Tones
Press SET to complete setting
Press MNU to enter Menu mode Select Menu No Dtmf Memory
Press Mic 0 to 9 to select the desired channel
Confirming Stored Dtmf Numbers
Transmitting Stored Dtmf Numbers
Press Mic PTT + PF
Auxiliary Functions
TIME-OUT Timer TOT
Press MNU to enter Menu mode Select Menu No APO
Press SET to toggle the function on or OFF default
Manually selecting the correct band
C. will temporarily switch the RX only band to the TX
Advanced Intercept Point AIP
Band. This function allows you to reply to a caller without
UHF and UHF
Configuration
Dual Band RX
VHF and UHF VHF or UHF VHF and VHF
Programmable VFO
Switching AM/FM Mode Some Versions only
00, 05, 10 20, 25, 30 40, 45, 50 60, 65, 70 80, 85, 90
Changing Frequency Step Size
10, 15, 20 or 50 kHz 25, 12.5 or 25 kHz
Displayed Frequency
Press s, then select Item No
Changing Beep Volume
Press s, then select Item No Beep Volume
Labels after Pressing F
Press F, MHz to toggle Transceiver Lock on or OFF
Lock
Transceiver Lock
All Lock
Squelch Hang Time
Meter Squelch
Press VFO
POWER-ON Message
Display Demonstration Mode
Press s, then select Item No Power On Msg
Display Dimmer
Changing Display Conditions
Auto Dimmer Change
Positive/Negative Reversal
Press s , then select Item No Reverse Mode
Press SET to toggle Negative default or Positive
Display Contrast
Default Function
Configuring Program Function Keys
+ Mic KEY PWR switch Tuning control VOL control SQL control
Voice
User Setting
Monitor
Enter
12.5 62.5 37.5 87.5
Keypad Direct Entry
Operating Frequency Entry
Use the Mic keypad to enter the desired frequency
Tone Frequency Number Entry
Memory Channel Number Entry
Use the Mic keypad to enter 2 or 3 digits
VOL SQL
Key Function
Key Function Squelch Adjustment2
Microphone Control
Key
Press s, then select Item No Mic Control
Activating Microphone Control
9600 bps
Packet Operation
Connect this transceiver to your personal computer via a
1200 bps
Pin Function
Data Connector Pin Functions
TX Hold
Repeater Function U.S.A./ Canada only
CROSS-BAND Repeater
LOCKED-BAND Repeater
Menu
Key Pressed New Mode Announcement
VS-3 Voice Synthesizer Optional
Call Channel Programmable Memory
Page
Replace the upper cover 5 screws
Installing Options
When the release switch clicks, the front panel is secured
DFK-3C
Installation Examples
Cleaning
Maintenance
Service
Service Note
Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action
Troubleshooting
Securely to the main unit by using the same
PTT
General
Specifications
Receiver
Transmitter
Index