LCD Display, 2AGC OFF, 5FINE | Kenwood TS-480SAT, TS-480HX instruction

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LCD DISPLAY

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qMETER

While receiving, serves as an S-meter to measure and display the received signal strength. While transmitting, serves as a power meter plus an ALC meter, an SWR meter, or a Speech Processor compression meter. The Peak Hold function holds each reading for approximately half a second.

wRtATsT

Appears while the internal antenna tuner {page 60} or an external antenna tuner is in-line for the operation.

e1tANTs2

Either Ò1tANTÓ or ÒANTs2Ó appears, depending on which antenna connector is selected for the operation {page 60}.

rATT

Appears when the receiverÕs attenuator (approx. 12 dB) is ON {pages 49, 61}.

tPRE

Appears when the receiver pre-amplifier (approx. 6 dB) is ON {page 49}.

yVOX

Appears when the VOX (Voice Operated Transmission) function is ON or the Break-in function is ON for the CW mode {pages 36, 39}.

uPROC

Appears when the Speech Processor function is ON {page 37}.

iMENU

Appears when configuring the parameters in the Menu mode {page 22}.

o

Reserved for future updates.

!0

Appears while the Constant Recording function is working {page 69}.

!1NB

Appears when the Noise Blanker is ON {page 47}.

!2AGC OFF

ÒAGC - FÓ (fast) or ÒAGCÓ (slow) appears when the AGC (Automatic Gain Control) function is ON. ÒAGC OFFÓ appears when the AGC is OFF {page 35}.

!3NAR 2

ÒNARÓ appears when the narrow IF filter is selected for the operating mode. If 2 optional IF filters are installed and the transceiver selects the secondary IF filter, ÒNAR 2Ó appears {page 45}.

!4MHz

Appears when the MHz Up/ Down mode using the MULTI control is ON {page 34}. It also appears when the Quick Menu function is ON {page 22}.

!5FINE

Appears when the Fine function is ON {page 35}.

!6

Appears when the selected Menu No. is in the Quick Menu list. It also appears when the transceiver is scanning the frequencies between the slow down frequency points {page 57}.

!7

Appears when the split-frequency operation is ON {page 30}.

!8

Appears when the Tuning control Lock function is ON {page 63}.

!9

Appears when the Frequency Lock function is ON {page 63}.

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Kenwood TS-480SAT, TS-480HX instruction manual LCD Display, 2AGC OFF, 5FINE

Contents

TS-480HX TS-480SAT Before Starting Supplied Accessories FeaturesQuantity Accessory Thank YOU Market Codes Models Covered by this ManualWriting Conventions Followed Thank YOU Precautions Contents Contents Optional Accessories TroubleshootingSpecifications Index Mobile Installation InstallationInstallation Example Remote Control Panel Installation Antenna Connection Installation DC Power Cable ConnectionGround Connection Ignition Noise DC Power Supply Connection Fixed Station InstallationInstallation TS-480SAT Antenna Connection Ground ConnectionLightning Protection Fuses Portable Bracket E-TYPE onlyFuse Location Fuse Current Rating TS-480HX/ SAT Panel and Microphone Connection Panel and Microphone Connection Using PG-4Z Option Accessory Connections Remote Control PanelTX/ RX Unit Reception Your First QSO Transmission Your First QSO Getting Acquainted Remote Control Panel @3LED Getting Acquainted #0QMR/ MsVFO key @9QMI/ M.IN key#1A/B / M/V key #2A=B/ Split key LCD Display 2AGC OFF5FINE @5DNL @4M.SCR@8AUTO #4RIT EXT.SP jack TX/ RX UnitPaddle and KEY jacks Plastic cover Cooling Fans GND post Remote Control Panel Rear MicrophoneUP/ DWN keys Adjusting Volume Switching Power ON/ OFFOperating Basics Selecting VFO a or VFO B Adjusting Squelch Selecting a ModeSelecting a Band Selecting a Frequency What Is Measured? Selecting Transmission PowerMULTI-FUNCTION Meter Transmitting Press MIC/ 5/ RF.G Operating Basics Microphone Gain What is a MENU? Menu SetupMenu Access Quick Menu Menu Configuration FunctionDSP Group Menu Function Selections Default Menu SetupTOT FSK APO Function Menu Alphabetical Function List Basic Communications SSB TransmissionFM Transmission Narrow Bandwidth for FM AM TransmissionNarrow Bandwidth for AM Basic Communications CW Transmission Auto ZERO-BEATTX SIDETONE/ RX Pitch Frequency Enhanced Communications Press MENU/ F.LOCK 1 s to lock the Tuning controlSPLIT-FREQUENCY Operation TF-SET Transmission Frequency SET Enhanced Communications FM Repeater Operation Tone FREQ. ID Scan Enhanced Communications Transmitting a ToneActivating the Tone Function Selecting a Tone Frequency FM Ctcss Operation Ctcss FREQ. ID ScanFreq Communicating Aids ReceptionSelecting Your Frequency RIT Receive Incremental Tuning Communicating AidsAGC Automatic Gain Control VOX VOICE-OPERATED Transmit Transmission Communicating Aids Speech Processor XIT Transmit Incremental Tuning Characteristics Communicating Aids Customizing Transmission SignalTransmit Inhibit Busy Lockout Auto Weighting Using Semi BREAK-IN or Full BREAK-INCW BREAK-IN Electronic Keyer Storing CW Messages CW Message MemoryChecking CW Messages without Transmitting Transmitting CW Messages MIC UP/ DWN KEY Paddle Mode Auto CW TX in SSB ModeFrequency Correction for CW Swap DOT and Dash Paddle Position Specialized Communications Radio Teletype RttyA./ Canada ARU Region Specialized Communications Packet Radio Slow Scan TV/ Facsimile Rejecting Interference Mode If filter bandwidthIf Filter Changing the if Filter Bandwidth DSP Filters Adjust ModeRejecting Interference Changing the DSP Filter Bandwidth Noise Blanker Rejecting Interference Beat Cancel SSB/ FM/ AMDigital Noise Limiter DNL Noise Reduction ALL Modes DSP Filter for Data Communication SSB/ FM DSP RX MonitorCenter PRE-AMPLIFIER AttenuatorCW Reverse Reception Memory Channels Memory FeaturesStoring Data in Memory Simplex Channels Memory Recall and Scroll Memory FeaturesSplit-Frequency Channels Memory Recall Memory Scroll Memory TransferMemory \ VFO Transfer Temporary Frequency Changes Storing Frequency Ranges Confirming Start/ End FrequenciesChannel 00 ~ Channel 90 ~ Memory Channel Name Memory Channel LockoutProgrammable VFO Available alpha-numeric characters Storing Into Quick Memory Quick MemoryRecalling Quick Memory Channels Temporary Frequency Changes Normal Scan ScanVFO Scan Program Scan Scan Program Scan Partially SlowedScan Hold Carrier-Operated mode co Time-Operated mode toMemory Scan Scan Resume Method Memory Group Scan Group ScanScan Group Select Performing Group Scan Operator Conveniences AntennasAutomatic Antenna Tuner Presetting Auto ModeOperator Conveniences External Antenna Tuner type Mode Morse Code Output Beep FunctionBeeps What it means Display Linear Amplifier ControlLock Functions PF KEY Microphone PF KeysRX DSP Equalizer RX Monitor TX Power TIME-OUT TimerTransverter TX Monitor Using Quick Transfer Setting UPTX Tune Quick Data Transfer Communication Parameters Computer Control Optional Remote Controlling the TS-480 onOperator Conveniences Controlling the TS-480 from PC Network Constant Recording Operator Conveniences Message Playback Lock MenuQMI/ M.IN ENT Crossband Repteater Voice Guide Announcement VolumeVoice Guide Announcement Speed Operation Operator Conveniences DX Packetcluster Tune SKY Command II Diagram Operator Conveniences SKY Command II K-TYPE onlyPreparation Control Operation Using TH-D7A AS a Commander TH-D7A Commander SetupMic Key Function DWN PowerMode CLR Compatible Transceiver Computer Rtty Operation Connecting Peripheral EquipmentRemote terminal pin assignment 8-pin mini DIN Pin No Function Data connector pin assignment 6-pin mini DIN Antenna TunerMCP and TNC Crossband Repeater DX Packetcluster Tune TM-D700A Connecting Peripheral Equipment SKY Command II K-TYPE only Removing the TOP Cover Installing OptionsVGS-1 Voice Guide & Storage Unit YF-107C/ CN/ SN if Filters and SO-3 Tcxo Reference Frequency Calibration Installing OptionsTS-480 transceiver without SO-3 TS-480 transceiver with SO-3 General Information Troubleshooting Troubleshooting TroubleshootingProblem Probable Cause Corrective Action Press MENU/ F.LOCK 1 s to switch Press 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 to FM Repeater Operation VGS ERR DC Error Demonstration Mode Microprocessor ResetInitial Settings Partial Reset Operation Notices DC Power SupplyFAN Noises Internal Beats Optional Accessories PG-4ZVGS-1 F1B FSK Specifications Receiver Specifications Ctcss Index Index RttyVFO