4 OPERATING BASICS

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MULTI-FUNCTION METER

The multi-function meter measures the parameters in

the table below. The S-meter scale appears when

the transceiver is in reception mode, and the PWR

meter appears when it is in transmission mode.

Each time you press [MTR/ CLR], it cycles between

the ALC, SWR, and COMP meters. Peak readings

for the S-meter, ALC, SWR, COMP, and PWR

functions are held momentarily.

NAR
1 REC 2 REC
5 RF.G
0 OFF
8
3 REC
9
4
7
TX MONI
6
DELAY
HF/50MHz ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER TS-480
CLR STEP SG.SEL
CW.T
F.LOCK
M/V
SPLIT
MVFO
M.IN
TF-SET
MULTI IF
SHIFT
AF SQL
PF
AT
CH1 CH2 CH3
PWR MIC KEY
VOX
PROC
AGC
ENT
A / B
A=B
MODE
MHz
QMI
QMR
MENU
MTR
NB/T
ANT 1/2
FINE SCAN
DNL
BC
NR FIL
RIT
XIT
CL
ATT/PRE

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Note:
The COMP meter functions only when the Speech Processor is
ON for SSB, FM, or AM mode.
Peak Hold readings cannot be deactivated.
The S-meter responds differently in FM mode, compared to other
modes. This is not a malfunction.

TRANSMITTING

For voice communications, press and hold Mic [PTT],

then speak into the microphone in your normal tone

of voice. When you finish speaking, release Mic

[PTT] to receive.

To transmit CW, press [VOX/ 8] to switch the Break-in

function ON. “VOX” appears. Close the key or keyer

paddle. Connect a key or keyer paddle {pages 7, 15},

then select CW using [MODE] {page 19}.

NAR
1 REC 2 REC
5 RF.G
0 OFF
8
3 REC
9
4
7
TX MONI
6
DELAY
HF/50MHz ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER TS-480
CLR STEP SG.SEL
CW.T
F.LOCK
M/V
SPLIT
M VFO
M.IN
TF-SET
MULTI IF
SHIFT
AF SQL
PF
AT
CH1 CH2 CH3
PWR MIC KEY
VOX
PROC
AGC
ENT
A / B
A=B
MODE
MHz
QMI
QMR
MENU
MTR
NB/T
ANT 1/2
FINE SCAN
DNL
BC
NR FIL
RIT
XIT
CL
ATT/PRE

For a detailed explanation on transmitting, refer to

“BASIC COMMUNICATIONS”, beginning on page 27.

SELECTING TRANSMISSION POWER

It is wise to select a lower transmission power if

communication is still reliable. This lowers the risk of

interfering with others on the band. When operating

from battery power, selecting a lower transmission

power allows you more operating time before

recharging is necessary. This transceiver allows you

to change the transmission power even while

transmitting.

1Press [PWR/ 4/ TX MONI].

The current transmission power appears.

NAR
1 REC 2 REC
5 RF.G
0 OFF
8
3 REC
9
4
7
TX MONI
6
DELAY
HF/50MHz ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER TS-480
CLR STEP SG.SEL
CW.T
F.LOCK
M/V
SPLIT
M VFO
M.IN
TF-SET
MULTI IF
SHIFT
AF SQL
PF
AT
CH1 CH2 CH3
PWR MIC KEY
VOX
PROC
AGC
ENT
A / B
A=B
MODE
MHz
QMI
QMR
MENU
MTR
NB/T
ANT 1/2
FINE SCAN
DNL
BC
NR FIL
RIT
XIT
CL
ATT/PRE
4

2Turn the MULTI control counterclockwise to

reduce the power or clockwise to increase the

power.

NAR
1 REC 2 REC
5 RF.G
0 OFF
8
3 REC
9
4
7
TX MONI
6
DELAY
HF/50MHz ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER TS-480
CLR STEP SG.SEL
CW.T
F.LOCK
M/V
SPLIT
MVFO
M.IN
TF-SET
MULTI IF
SHIFT
AF SQL
PF
AT
CH1 CH2 CH3
PWR MIC KEY
VOX
PROC
AGC
ENT
A / B
A=B
MODE
MHz
QMI
QMR
MENU
MTR
NB/T
ANT 1/2
FINE SCAN
DNL
BC
NR FIL
RIT
XIT
CL
ATT/PRE

The selectable range differs, depending on the

transceiver model, the current band, and the

mode.

3Press [PWR/ 4/ TX MONI] to complete the setting.

Note:
You may access Menu No. 21, and select “on” to change the
step size from 5 W to 1 W {page 65}.