Changing Frequency Step Size, Displayed Frequency

CHANGING FREQUENCY STEP SIZE

Choosing the correct step size is essential in order to select your exact receive frequency using the Tuning control or Mic [UP]/[DWN]. The default step size on the VHF band is 5 kHz (U.S.A./ Canada) or 12.5 kHz (Europe/ General). The default on the UHF band is 25 kHz no matter which market version.

1Select the desired band.

2Press [F] (1 s), [STEP].

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3Turn the Tuning control, or press Mic [UP]/[DWN], to select the desired step size.

4Press [OFF] to complete the setting.

Changing between step sizes may result in a change of the displayed frequency. For example, assume 144.995 MHz is displayed with a 5 kHz step size selected. Changing to a

12.5kHz step size alters the displayed frequency. See the accompanying tables.

5, 10, 15, 20 or 50 kHz	➡	6.25, 12.5 or 25 kHz
Step Size		Step Size

Displayed Frequency		Displayed Frequency
(10 kHz/ 1 kHz)		(10 kHz/ 1 kHz)

00, 05, 10, 15		00
20, 25, 30, 35		25
40, 45, 50, 55		50
60, 65, 70, 75,		75
80, 85, 90, 95


6.25, 12.5 or 25 kHz	➡	5, 10, 15, 20 or 50 kHz
Step Size		Step Size
Displayed Frequency		Displayed Frequency
(10 kHz/ 1 kHz)		(10 kHz/ 1 kHz)

00, 6.25		00
12.5, 18.75		10
25		20
31.25, 37.5		30
43.75		40
50, 56.25		50
62.5, 68.75		60
75		70
81.25, 87.5		80
93.75		90

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TM-V7A specifications

The Kenwood TM-V7A is a sophisticated dual-band transceiver that has garnered the attention of amateur radio enthusiasts worldwide. Designed for VHF and UHF operations, it offers a plethora of features that enhance communication capabilities and provide a robust user experience.

One of the standout characteristics of the TM-V7A is its dual-vfo (variable frequency oscillator) configuration, which allows users to monitor two frequencies simultaneously. This feature is particularly useful for coordinating communications across different bands or for listening to two channels at once. The large, bright LCD display provides clear visibility of the operating frequency, with the ability to monitor a wealth of information, including received signal strength and battery voltage.

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Kenwood TM-V7A Changing Frequency Step Size, 10, 15, 20 or 50 kHz 25, 12.5 or 25 kHz

Models: TM-V7A

CHANGING FREQUENCY STEP SIZE

1Select the desired band.

2Press [F] (1 s), [STEP].

5, 10, 15, 20 or 50 kHz

6.25, 12.5 or 25 kHz

Displayed Frequency

00, 05, 10, 15

20, 25, 30, 35

40, 45, 50, 55

60, 65, 70, 75,

80, 85, 90, 95

12.5, 18.75

31.25, 37.5

43.75

62.5, 68.75

81.25, 87.5

93.75

TM-V7A specifications