Installing Options, Removing the TOP Cover | Kenwood TS-480SAT

INSTALLING OPTIONS

You will require a #1 Philips screwdriver to install the VGS-1. To install the YF-107 IF filter(s) and/ or SO-3 TCXO, you will also need a soldering iron (approx.

30 watts).

REMOVING THE TOP COVER

When installing the optional VGS-1, YF-107 IF filters or SO-3 TCXO, remove the top cover of the transceiver:

1Remove the 8 screws.

		VGS-1 connector
	VGS-1
	EXT.SP DATA	REMOTE
MIC		REMOTE
MIC
	PANEL
		COM
P
ADDLE	KEY

5Replace the shield cover and tighten the 4 screws.

6Replace the top case (8 screws).

Note: After the installation, you can adjust the VGS-1 playback volume by selecting Menu Nos. 14 and 15.

YF-107C/ CN/ SN IF FILTERS AND SO-3 TCXO

EXT.SP	DATA	REMOTE
MIC		REMOTE
PANEL
		COM

P
ADDLE	KEY

2Lift off the top cover.

VGS-1 VOICE GUIDE & STORAGE UNIT

SWITCH OFF THE POWER AND UNPLUG THE DC POWER CABLE BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION.

1Remove the top case (8 screws) {above}.

2Loosen the 4 screws to remove the shield cover.

VGS-1 connector

EXT.SP

DATA

REMOTE

MIC

PANEL

COM

PADDLE

KEY

3There are 5 rubber cushions in the VGS-1 package. Use the 2 rubber cushions shown below and attach them to the VGS-1. The remaining cushions are not used.

4Plug the VGS-1 into the VGS-1 connector of the PC board, pressing down on the top of the VGS-1

until secure.

SWITCH OFF THE POWER AND UNPLUG THE DC POWER CABLE BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION.

Three different types of IF filters (YF-107C, YF-107CN, and YF-107SN) are available for the TS-480 transceiver. You can install a maximum of 2 IF filters in the transceiver. Refer to page 90 for the bandwidth information on each filter. As for the SO-3 option improves the transceiver frequency stability to

±0.5 ppm.

1Remove the top case (8 screws).

2Locate the filter and TCXO PCB and loosen the 3 screws.

IF filter/ TCXO PCB

EXT.SP	DATA	REMOTE
MIC		REMOTE
PANEL
		COM

PADDLE

KEY

3Unlatch the connectors by pressing the connector tabs upwards.


OPTION		FILTER1
OPTION	FILTER2

EXT.SP	DATA	REMOTE
MIC		REMOTE
MIC
PANEL
		COM

PADDLE	KEY

4Insert the IF filter(s) and/ or SO-3 TCXO.

Calibration hole

			SO-3
Secondary IF filter			Primary IF filter
			Primary IF filter
		NIO	O
		XO	O
OPTION		FILTER1
OPTION	FILTER2
	FILTER2

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Kenwood TS-480SAT, TS-480HX instruction manual Installing Options, Removing the TOP Cover, VGS-1 Voice Guide & Storage Unit

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 Lightning Protection Antenna ConnectionGround Connection 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 TX/ RX Unit Accessory ConnectionsRemote Control Panel 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 5FINE LCD Display2AGC OFF @5DNL @4M.SCR@8AUTO #4RIT EXT.SP jack TX/ RX UnitPaddle and KEY jacks Plastic cover Cooling Fans GND post UP/ DWN keys Remote Control Panel RearMicrophone 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 DSP Menu ConfigurationFunction Group Menu Function Selections Default Menu SetupTOT FSK APO Function Menu Alphabetical Function List FM Transmission Basic CommunicationsSSB Transmission Narrow Bandwidth for FM AM TransmissionNarrow Bandwidth for AM Basic Communications TX 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 SET Enhanced Communications FM Repeater Operation Tone FREQ. ID Scan Enhanced Communications Transmitting a ToneActivating the Tone Function Selecting a Tone Frequency Freq FM Ctcss OperationCtcss FREQ. ID Scan Selecting Your Frequency Communicating AidsReception AGC Automatic Gain Control RIT Receive Incremental TuningCommunicating Aids 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 A./ Canada ARU Region Specialized CommunicationsRadio Teletype Rtty 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 Center DSP Filter for Data Communication SSB/ FMDSP RX Monitor CW Reverse Reception PRE-AMPLIFIERAttenuator 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 Channel 00 ~ Channel 90 ~ Storing Frequency RangesConfirming Start/ End Frequencies 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 Hold ScanProgram Scan Partially Slowed Carrier-Operated mode co Time-Operated mode toMemory Scan Scan Resume Method Memory Group Scan Group ScanScan Group Select Performing Group Scan Automatic Antenna Tuner Operator ConveniencesAntennas Presetting Auto ModeOperator Conveniences External Antenna Tuner type Beeps What it means Mode Morse Code OutputBeep Function Lock Functions DisplayLinear Amplifier Control 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 Mic Key Function Using TH-D7A AS a CommanderTH-D7A Commander Setup DWN PowerMode CLR Compatible Transceiver Computer Rtty Operation Connecting Peripheral EquipmentRemote terminal pin assignment 8-pin mini DIN Pin No Function MCP and TNC Data connector pin assignment 6-pin mini DINAntenna Tuner 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 VGS-1 Optional AccessoriesPG-4Z F1B FSK Specifications Receiver Specifications Ctcss Index VFO IndexRtty