Kenwood TM-G707A, TM-G707, TM-G707E User Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

144/440 MHz FM DUAL BANDER

TM-G707A

144/430 MHz FM DUAL BANDER

TM-G707A

144/430 MHz FM DUAL BANDER

TM-G707E

KENWOOD CORPORATION

© B62-1509-00 (K,E,M)

09 08 07 06 05 04 03 02 01 00

THANK YOU!

We are grateful you decided to purchase this KENWOOD FM transceiver. This series of mobile transceivers was developed to satisfy the requirement for a compact rig that’s simple to operate yet contains numerous sophisticated features. The dual band operation will be appreciated by hams who want access to VHF and UHF bands with a transceiver smaller than some single banders.

KENWOOD believes that the compact size, coupled with the reasonable cost, will meet your satisfaction.

MODELS COVERED BY THIS MANUAL

The models listed below are covered by this manual.

TM-G707A: 144/440 MHz FM Dual Bander

(U.S.A./ Canada)

TM-G707A: 144/430 MHz FM Dual Bander

(General market)

TM-G707E: 144/430 MHz FM Dual Bander

(Europe)

FEATURES

This transceiver has the following main features.

Enhanced Programmable Memory (PM) channels store virtually entire current operating environments for your quick recall.

Contains a total of 180 memory channels programmable with separate receive and transmit frequencies as well as simplex frequencies, and other various data.

Allows each memory channel to be named using up to 7 alphanumeric characters; you may assign a name such as a callsign or repeater name.

Provides Easy Operation mode for hams who want to use only the basic functions for now.

If programmed, the built-in Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System (CTCSS) rejects unwanted calls from other persons who are using the same frequency.

Equipped with an easy-to-read large LCD with alpha-numeric display capability.

The compact front panel is detachable from the main unit. If used with an optional front panel kit, the separated panel can be mounted in a convenient different place.

The dedicated DATA connector is available for 1200 bps or 9600 bps Packet Operation.

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NOTICES TO THE USER

One or more of the following statements may be applicable:

FCC WARNING

This equipment generates or uses radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.

INFORMATION TO THE DIGITAL DEVICE USER REQUIRED BY THE FCC

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can generate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer for technical assistance.

When condensation occurs inside the transceiver:

Condensation possibly occurs inside the transceiver in such a case where the room is warmed using a heater on cold days or where the transceiver is quickly moved from a cold room to a warm room. When condensation occurs, the microcomputer and/or the transmit/receive circuits may become unstable, resulting in transceiver malfunction. If this happens, turn OFF the transceiver and just wait for a while. When the condensed droplets disappear, the transceiver will function normally.

PRECAUTIONS

Please observe the following precautions to prevent fire, personal injury, and transceiver damage:

When operating mobile, do not attempt to configure your transceiver while driving because it is simply too dangerous.

Be aware of local laws pertaining to the use of headphones/headsets while driving on public roads. If in doubt, do not wear headphones while mobiling.

Do not transmit with high output power for extended periods. The transceiver may overheat.

Do not modify this transceiver unless instructed by this manual or by KENWOOD documentation.

Do not expose the transceiver to long periods of direct sunlight nor place the transceiver close to heating appliances.

Do not place the transceiver in excessively dusty areas, humid areas, wet areas, nor on unstable surfaces.

If an abnormal odor or smoke is detected coming from the transceiver, turn OFF the power immediately. Contact a KENWOOD service station or your dealer.

The transceiver is designed for a 13.8 V power source. Never use a 24 V battery to power the transceiver.

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CONTENTS

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ......................................

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CONVENTIONS FOLLOWED IN THIS MANUAL.......

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PREPARATION FOR MOBILE AND FIXED

 

 

 

STATION OPERATION

 

MOBILE INSTALLATION ...........................................

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Installation Example ..............................................

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Installation Steps ..................................................

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DC POWER CABLE CONNECTION..........................

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Mobile Operation ..................................................

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Fixed Station Operation ........................................

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Replacing Fuses ...................................................

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ANTENNA CONNECTION .........................................

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ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS .................................

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External Speaker ..................................................

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Microphone

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PACKET EQUIPMENT CONNECTIONS....................

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YOUR FIRST QSO

 

CHAPTER

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GETTING ACQUAINTED

 

BASIC TRANSCEIVER MODES ................................

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BUTTON FUNCTION DISPLAY .................................

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FRONT PANEL ........................................................

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REAR PANEL ..........................................................

 

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MICROPHONE ........................................................

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INDICATORS ...........................................................

 

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OPERATING BASICS

 

SWITCHING POWER ON/OFF ...............................

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ADJUSTING VOLUME ............................................

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ADJUSTING SQUELCH ..........................................

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SELECTING A BAND ..............................................

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SELECTING FREQUENCIES ..................................

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Tuning Control ....................................................

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Microphone [UP]/ [DWN] Buttons ........................

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TRANSMITTING ......................................................

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Selecting Output Power ......................................

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EASY OPERATION

 

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MENU SET - UP

 

WHAT IS A MENU?..................................................

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MENU ACCESS ......................................................

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MENU CONFIGURATION .......................................

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OPERATING THROUGH REPEATERS

 

REPEATER ACCESS ..............................................

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Selecting Offset Direction ....................................

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Selecting Offset Frequency .................................

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Activating Tone Function .....................................

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Selecting a Tone Frequency ................................

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Automatic Repeater Offset

 

(U.S.A./ Canada/ Europe Only) ...........................

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REVERSE FUNCTION ............................................

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MEMORY CHANNELS

 

SIMPLEX & REPEATER OR ODD-SPLIT MEMORY

 

CHANNEL?

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STORING SIMPLEX FREQUENCIES OR

 

STANDARD ...............REPEATER FREQUENCIES

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STORING ODD-SPLIT REPEATER

 

FREQUENCIES .......................................................

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RECALLING .......................MEMORY CHANNELS

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CLEARING .........................MEMORY CHANNELS

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NAMING MEMORY CHANNELS .............................

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SWITCHING MEMORY NAME/

 

FREQUENCY DISPLAY ..........................................

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CALL CHANNEL......................................................

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Recalling the Call Channel ..................................

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Changing Call Channel Contents ........................

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MEMORY VFO TRANSFERS ..............................

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CHANNEL DISPLAY FUNCTION .............................

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INITIALIZING MEMORY ..........................................

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Partial Reset (VFO).............................................

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Full Reset (Memory) ...........................................

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PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY (PM)

 

PROGRAMMABLE INFORMATION.........................

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APPLICATION EXAMPLES .....................................

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STORING DATA IN PM CHANNELS ........................

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RECALLING PM CHANNELS ..................................

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AUTO PM CHANNEL STORAGE ............................

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RESETTING PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY ............

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SCAN

 

SCAN RESUME METHODS ....................................

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Selecting Scan Resume Method .........................

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VFO SCAN

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MEMORY SCAN......................................................

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Locking ...........................Out Memory Channels

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MHz SCAN ..............................................................

 

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PROGRAM ...................................................SCAN

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Setting Scan .............................................Limits

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Using Program ...........................................Scan

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CALL/VFO SCAN ....................................................

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CALL/MEMORY SCAN ............................................

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PRIORITY SCAN .....................................................

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Storing Frequency in Priority Channel .................

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Selecting Priority Scan Method ...........................

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Using Priority Scan .............................................

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CONTINUOUS TONE CODED SQUELCH

 

 

 

SYSTEM (CTCSS)

 

USING CTCSS ........................................................

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Automatic Tone Frequency ID .............................

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DUAL TONE MULTI - FREQUENCY (DTMF)

 

 

 

FUNCTIONS (U.S.A./ CANADA ONLY)

 

MAKING DTMF CALLS ...........................................

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Autopatch

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Mic Keypad ..........................Confirmation Tones

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STORING DTMF NUMBERS FOR AUTOMATIC

 

DIALER

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CONFIRMING ............STORED DTMF NUMBERS

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TRANSMITTING .........STORED DTMF NUMBERS

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PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTION (PF) KEYS

 

ASSIGNING ......FRONT PANEL KEY FUNCTIONS

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ASSIGNING ...............SPECIAL KEY FUNCTIONS

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AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS

 

TIME-OUT .........................................TIMER (TOT)

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AUTOMATIC ...........................POWER OFF (APO)

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PROGRAMMABLE ..........................................VFO

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KEYPAD DIRECT ENTRY

 

(U.S.A./ CANADA ONLY) .........................................

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Frequency Entry .................................................

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Memory Channel Number Entry ..........................

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Tone Frequency Number Entry ...........................

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CHANGING FREQUENCY STEP SIZE ...................

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DISPLAY DIMMER ..................................................

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Manual Dimmer Change .....................................

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Auto Dimmer Change .........................................

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BEEP VOLUME CHANGE .......................................

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DISPLAY DEMONSTRATION ..................................

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LOCK

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Transceiver Lock ................................................

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All Lock ...............................................................

 

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POWER ..........................................-ON MESSAGE

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S-METER ..............................................SQUELCH

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Squelch ............................................Hang Time

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ADVANCED ...................INTERCEPT POINT (AIP)

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SWITCHING AM/FM MODE

 

(U.S.A./ .........................................CANADA ONLY)

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MICROPHONE CONTROL

 

 

 

(U.S.A./ CANADA ONLY)

 

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PACKET OPERATION

 

1200/ 9600 ...................................bps OPERATION

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DATA ...........................Connector Pin Functions

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VS-3 VOICE SYNTHESIZER (OPTIONAL)

 

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CROSS-BAND OPERATION

 

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CLONE

 

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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

 

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INSTALLING OPTIONS

 

INSTALLING THE VS-3 VOICE SYNTHESIZER

 

UNIT ........................................................................

 

 

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INSTALLING A DETACHABLE FRONT PANEL KIT

 

(DFK-3C/ DFK-4C/ DFK-7C) ....................................

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Installation Examples ..........................................

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MAINTENANCE

 

GENERAL INFORMATION ......................................

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SERVICE .................................................................

 

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SERVICE NOTE ......................................................

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CLEANING ..............................................................

 

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TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................

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SPECIFICATIONS

 

 

POWER ON FUNCTIONS SUMMARY

 

INDEX

 

 

 

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

Accessory

Part Number

Quantity

 

 

 

Microphone

 

 

U.S.A./ Canada: MC-53DM 1

T91-0586-XX

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Europe/ General: MC-45 1

T91-0396-XX

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DC power cable

E30-3452-XX

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Transceiver fuse (15 A)

F52-0017-XX

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Mounting bracket

J29-0632-XX

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Microphone hanger 2

J19-1526-XX

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(U.S.A./ Canada only)

 

 

 

 

 

Screw set (U.S.A./ Canada) 2

N99-0382-XX

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Screw set (Europe/ General)

N99-0331-XX

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Warranty card (U.S.A./

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Canada/ Europe only)

 

 

 

 

 

Instruction manual

B62-1509-XX

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1The MC-53DM and MC-45 microphones are also sold as optional accessories {page 66}.

2Attach the microphone hanger at an appropriate position.

Microphone hanger

Microphone hanger screw

CONVENTIONS FOLLOWED IN THIS MANUAL

The writing conventions described below have been followed to simplify instructions and avoid unnecessary repetition.

ATTENTION: MOST PROCEDURES REQUIRE THAT YOU PRESS AN

APPROPRIATE KEY IN EACH STEP WITHIN APPROXIMATELY 10 SECONDS, OR THE PREVIOUS MODE WILL BE RESTORED.

 

 

Instruction

 

 

What to do

 

 

 

 

 

 

Press [KEY].

Press and release KEY.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Press

Press and hold KEY for 1 second or

[KEY] (1 s).

longer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Press [KEY1],

Press KEY1 momentarily, release

[KEY2].

KEY1, then press KEY2.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

With transceiver power OFF, press

Press [KEY]+

and hold KEY, then turn ON the

[

 

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transceiver power by pressing

 

 

 

 

 

[

 

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Press [F],

Press [F] momentarily, release [F],

then press and hold KEY for 1 second

[KEY] (1 s).

or longer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Press

Press and hold [F], then press KEY.

[F]+[KEY].

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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PREPARATION FOR MOBILE AND FIXED STATION OPERATION

MOBILE INSTALLATION

Install the transceiver in a safe, convenient position inside your vehicle that minimizes danger to your passengers and yourself while the vehicle is in motion.

For example, consider installing the transceiver under the dash in front of the passenger seat so that knees or legs will not strike the radio during sudden braking of your vehicle. Try to pick a well-ventilated location that is

shielded from direct sunlight.

Installation Example

Use the supplied mounting bracket to install the transceiver inside your vehicle. To enjoy the best viewing angle, you can position the transceiver in the bracket in a number of ways as shown below.

Installation Steps

1Install the mounting bracket in the vehicle using the supplied flat washers and self-tapping screws. There are 4 washers and 4 screws supplied.

The bracket can be mounted with the bracket opening for the transceiver facing down for underdash mounting, or with the opening facing up.

The bracket must be installed so that the 4 screw holes on the edge of each bracket side are facing forward.

Flat washer

Self-tapping screw

2Position the transceiver, then insert and tighten the supplied hexagon SEMS screws and washers. There are 2 screws and 2 washers supplied for each side of the bracket.

Double check that all hardware is tightened to prevent vehicle vibration from loosening the bracket or transceiver.

KENWOOD

FM

 

 

DUAL

BANDERTM-

 

 

SEMS screw

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DC POWER CABLE CONNECTION

LOCATE THE POWER INPUT CONNECTOR AS CLOSE TO THE

TRANSCEIVER AS POSSIBLE.

Mobile Operation

The vehicle battery must have a nominal rating of 12 V. Never connect the transceiver to a 24 V battery. Be sure to use a 12 V vehicle battery that has sufficient current capacity. If the current to the transceiver is insufficient, the display may darken during transmission, or transmit output power may drop excessively.

1Route the DC power cable supplied with the transceiver directly to the vehicle’s battery terminals using the shortest path from the transceiver.

If using a noise filter, it should be installed with an insulator to prevent it from touching metal on the vehicle.

It is not recommended to use the cigarette lighter socket since some cigarette lighter sockets introduce an unacceptable voltage drop.

The entire length of the cable must be dressed so it is isolated from heat, moisture, and the engine secondary (high voltage) ignition system/ cables.

2After the cable is in place, wind heat-resistant tape around the fuse holder to protect it from moisture. Tie down the full run of cable.

3To prevent the risk of short circuits, disconnect other wiring from the negative (–) battery terminal before connecting the transceiver.

4Confirm the correct polarity of the connections, and attach the power cable to the battery terminals; red connects to the positive (+) terminal, black connects to the negative (–) terminal.

Use the full length of the cable without cutting off excess even if the cable is longer than required. In

particular, never remove the fuse holders from the cable.

Red

 

Fuse holder

Black

5Reconnect any wiring removed from the negative terminal.

6Connect the DC power cable to the transceiver’s power supply connector.

• Press the connectors firmly together until the locking tab clicks.

Press firmly.

Fuse holder

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Fixed Station Operation

In order to use this transceiver for fixed station operation, you will need a separate 13.8 V DC power supply that must be purchased separately. The recommended current capacity of your power supply is 12 A.

1Connect the DC power cable to the regulated DC power supply and check that polarities are correct (Red: positive, Black: negative).

DO NOT directly connect the transceiver to an AC outlet!

Use the supplied DC power cable to connect the transceiver to a regulated power supply.

Do not substitute a cable with smaller gauge wires.

Fuse holder

Regulated DC power supply

Red (+) Black (–)

To AC outlet

2Connect the transceiver’s DC power connector to the connector on the DC power cable.

Press the connectors firmly together until the locking tab clicks.

Press firmly.

Fuse holder

Note:

For your transceiver to fully exhibit its performance capabilities, the following optional power supply is recommended:

PS-33 (20.5 A, 25% duty cycle).

Before connecting the DC power supply to the transceiver, be sure to switch the transceiver and the DC power supply OFF.

Do not plug the DC power supply into an AC outlet until you make all connections.

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Replacing Fuses

If the fuse blows, determine the cause then correct the problem. After the problem is resolved, replace the fuse. If newly installed fuses continue to blow, disconnect the power cable and contact your dealer or nearest Service Center for assistance.

Fuse Location

Fuse Current Rating

 

 

Transceiver

15 A

 

 

Supplied Accessory

20 A

DC Power Cable

 

 

 

CAUTION: ONLY USE FUSES OF THE SPECIFIED TYPE AND

RATING.

Note: If you use the transceiver for a long period when the vehicle battery is not fully charged, or when the engine is OFF, the battery may become discharged, and will not have sufficient reserves to start the vehicle. Avoid using the transceiver under these conditions.

ANTENNA CONNECTION

Before operating, you must first install an efficient, well-tuned antenna. The success of your installation will depend largely on the type of antenna and its correct installation. The transceiver can give excellent results if the antenna system and its installation is given careful attention.

You should choose a 50 Ω impedance antenna to match the transceiver input impedance. Use low-loss coaxial feed line that also has a characteristic impedance of

50 Ω. Coupling the antenna to the transceiver via feed lines having an impedance other than 50 Ω reduces the efficiency of the antenna system, and can cause interference to nearby broadcast television receivers, radio receivers, and other electronic equipment.

CAUTION:

TRANSMITTING WITHOUT FIRST CONNECTING AN ANTENNA

OR OTHER MATCHED LOAD MAY DAMAGE THE TRANSCEIVER.

ALWAYS CONNECT THE ANTENNA TO THE TRANSCEIVER BEFORE TRANSMITTING.

ALL FIXED STATIONS SHOULD BE EQUIPPED WITH A LIGHTNING ARRESTER TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,

ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND TRANSCEIVER DAMAGE.

Antenna connector

To antenna

Feed line connector

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ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS

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2External Speaker

3If you plan to use an external speaker, choose a speaker with an impedance of 8 Ω. The external

4speaker jack accepts a 3.5 mm (1/8") diameter mono

5(2-conductor) plug. Recommended speakers include the SP-50B and SP-41.

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Microphone

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14To communicate in the voice modes, plug a 600 Ω microphone equipped with an 8-pin modular

15connector into the modular socket on the front panel

16of the transceiver. Press firmly on the plug until the

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locking tab clicks.

 

 

KENWOOD

 

 

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FM

 

 

DUAL

BANDERTM-

 

 

 

 

 

G707

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PACKET EQUIPMENT CONNECTIONS

If you intend to use this transceiver for Packet operation, you will need the following equipment.

Personal computer with communications software

Terminal Node Controller (TNC)

TNC power supply

RS-232C cable

6-pin mini DIN plug (optional PG-5A)

For the DATA connector pins, refer to “PACKET OPERATION” {page 61}.

Note:

Do not share a single power supply between the transceiver and the TNC.

Keep as wide a separation between the transceiver and computer as practical to reduce noise-pickup by the transceiver.

One end of the optional PG-5A cable has not been connectorized. Attach the appropriate connector that mates with the TNC connector.

RS-232C cable

KENWOOD FMDUAL

Transceiver TNC power power supply

supply

 

KENWOOD FMDUALBANDERTM-G707

TNC

TM-G707

PG-5A cable

 

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Kenwood TM-G707A, TM-G707, TM-G707E User Manual

YOUR FIRST QSO

If you tend to discard instruction manuals along with the packaging material .....please don’t. The 7 steps given here will get you on the air in your first QSO right away. So, you can enjoy the exhilaration that comes with opening a brand new transceiver.

After trying the rig for a while, settle back in your most comfortable operating chair with this manual and your favorite drink for an hour or two. The time spent will be worthwhile.

MC-53DM

Switch ON the DC power supply, then press the switch.

Turn the VOL and SQL controls to approximately 9 o’clock.

Press [BAND] to select the VHF or UHF band.

Turn the Tuning control to select a frequency.

Press and hold Mic [PTT], then speak in a normal tone of voice.

Release Mic [PTT] to receive.

Repeat steps and to continue communication.

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GETTING ACQUAINTED

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2BASIC TRANSCEIVER MODES

3This section introduces you to the basic modes you can

4select.

5VFO mode

6Press [VFO] to select. In this mode you can change the

7operating frequency using the Tuning control or Mic

8[UP]/ [DWN].

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14Memory Recall mode

15Press [MR] to select. In this mode you can change memory channels, using the Tuning control or Mic [UP]/

16[DWN], where you stored frequencies and related data.

17For further information, refer to “MEMORY CHANNELS” {page 27}.

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Programmable Memory (PM) mode

Press [PM] to select. In this mode you can select the transceiver environment, by pressing [1] to [4], that you stored in PM channels {page 36}.

Menu mode

Press [MNU] to select. In this mode you can change Menu Nos. using the Tuning control or Mic [UP]/ [DWN]. For further information, refer to “MENU SET-UP”

{page 19}.

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Easy Operation mode

Press [MNU]+[] to select. In this mode only the basic functions are available and the memory storing procedures are simplified. You may prefer this mode if you seldom use functions other than the basic ones. For further information, refer to “EASY OPERATION”

{page 18}.

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BUTTON FUNCTION DISPLAY

The lower portion of the display has labels that indicate the current function of each of the 5 front panel buttons. The Italic font is used to show these 5 buttons in the description of each operation step. After pressing [F], pressing [F] again or waiting for 10 seconds restores the basic state.

Basic State

Display Lavels

Labels after

Pressing [F]

Labels after

Pressing [PM]

Note: After pressing [F], press the appropriate key within approximately

10 seconds, or the Basic State display will be restored.

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FRONT PANEL

Note: This section describes only the main functions of the front panel controls and buttons. For the functions not described here, you will find explanations in the appropriate sections of this manual.

qCALL button

Recalls the Call channel {page 31}. Also starts or stops Call/VFO Scan {page 43} when in VFO mode, or Call/Memory Scan {page 43} when in Memory Recall mode.

wVFO button

Selects the VFO mode. In this mode you can change the operating frequency, using the Tuning control or Mic [UP]/ [DWN]. Also provides:

VFO Scan start/stop to scan the entire VFO range {page 40}.

Program Scan start/stop to scan a programmed range of frequencies {page 43}.

eMR button

Selects the Memory Recall mode {page 29}. In this mode you can change memory channels, using the Tuning control or Mic [UP]/ [DWN]. Also starts or stops Memory Scan {page 40}.

rTuning control

Selects:

Operating frequencies when in VFO mode {page 16}.

Memory channels when in Memory Recall mode {page 29}.

Menu Nos. when in Menu mode {page 19}.

This control is used for various other selections.

tMHz button

Selects the MHz mode. In this mode you can change the operating frequency in 1 MHz steps or 10 MHz steps {page 16}, using the Tuning control or Mic [UP]/ [DWN]. Also starts or stops MHz Scan

{page 41}.

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yF (Function) button

Allows you to select the different functions that are available using the multifunction buttons.

uTONE button

Switches the Tone function {page 24} or CTCSS function {page 46} ON or OFF. Also activates or deactivates Automatic Tone frequency ID {page 47}.

iREV button

Switches the transmit frequency and receive frequency when operating with a standard transmit offset {page 23} or an odd-split memory channel {page 28}.

oLOW button

Selects High, Medium, or Low transmit output power {page 17}.

!0BAND button

Selects the VHF or UHF band. On some versions, also selects the 118 MHz band.

!1DIM button

Selects the display illumination from 5 levels, including OFF {page 56}.

!2VOL control

When turned, adjusts the level of receive audio from the speaker {page 15}.

!3SQL control

When turned, adjusts the squelch threshold level {page 15}. This allows you to mute speaker output while no stations are being received

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8Selects the Menu mode {page 19}.

9!5PM button

10Selects the Programmable Memory mode {page 36}.

11!6 (POWER) switch

12Switches the transceiver ON or OFF {page 15}.

13!7Microphone connector

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Insert the 8-pin modular connector plug until the

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locking tab “clicks”.

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UP

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DC 8 V, 200 mA max.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GND

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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STBY (PTT)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GND (MIC)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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MIC

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NC: No connection

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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DWN

 

21!8DATA connector

22Connect a Terminal Node Controller (TNC) for Packet operation. Accepts a 6-pin mini DIN plug {page 6}.

REAR PANEL

qAntenna connector

Connect an external antenna {page 5}. When making test transmissions, connect a dummy load in place of the antenna. The antenna system or load should have an impedance of 50 Ω. The TM-G707E accepts a male N-type connector and other versions accept a male PL-259 connector. This transceiver has only one antenna connector because of a built-in duplexer.

wPower Input 13.8 V DC cable

Connect a 13.8 V DC power source. Use the supplied DC power cable {pages 3 and 4}.

eSpeaker jack

If you wish, connect an optional external speaker for clearer audio. This jack accepts a 3.5 mm (1/8") diameter, 2-conductor plug. See page 6 for more information. The right jack is unavailable.

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MICROPHONE

 

MC-53DM

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t CALL key y VFO key

 

MC-45

 

u MR key

 

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Identical to the front panel CALL, VFO and MR

 

DWN UP

 

 

 

 

 

buttons. These keys can be re-programmed, if

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desired {page 50}.

 

 

 

 

 

MIC

 

 

 

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i PF key

 

CALL VFO MR PF

 

 

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LOCK

 

Depending on which function you select by accessing

 

 

MADE IN JAPAN

 

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ELECTRET CONDENSER MIC

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“PF1” in Menu No. 20 {page 51}, the function of this

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

key differs. Refer to “PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTION

 

 

 

 

(PF) KEYS” {page 50}.

q UP button

wDWN button

Raises or lowers the operating frequency, the memory channel number, the menu number, etc. Holding either button down causes the action to be repeated. Also, switches between values for functions with multiple choices.

ePTT (Push-to-talk) switch

Press and hold to transmit, then release to receive.

r LOCK switch

oDTMF keypad (MC-53DM only)

The 16-key keypad is used for DTMF functions {page 48}, or to directly enter a frequency or a memory channel number {page 54}.

Locks all microphone keys except [PTT] and the DTMF keypad, if equipped.

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INDICATORS

1On the display you will see various indicators that show

2what you have selected. Sometimes you may not recall what those indicators mean or how you can cancel the

3current setting. In such a case, you will find this table

4very useful.

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Indicator

What You Selected

What You Press to

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Cancel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Transceiver Lock

[F], [MHz]

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All Lock

[MHz]+ POWER

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(Blinking)

ON then [F], [MHz]

 

 

 

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AM mode

Use Menu No. 0.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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CTCSS

[TONE]

 

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Tone function

[TONE], [TONE]

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[F], [SHIFT]

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Minus offset direction

(TM-G707E: one

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

more [F], [SHIFT])

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Minus offset direction

[F], [SHIFT]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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(–7.6 MHz)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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[F], [SHIFT], [F],

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[SHIFT]

 

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Plus offset direction

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(TM-G707E: one

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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more [F], [SHIFT])

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Reverse

[REV]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Priority Scan

[F], [MNU]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Cross-band

[F], [

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Operation

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U.S.A./ Canada only

 

 

 

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TM-G707E only

 

 

Indicator

What You Selected

What You Press to

Cancel

 

 

 

 

 

Automatic Power

Use Menu No. 12.

 

 

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

9600 bps transfer

Use Menu No. 19.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Advanced Intercept

[F], [DIM]

 

 

 

 

Point

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Locked-out memory

Use Menu No. 3.

 

 

channel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Memory channel

 

 

containing data

 

 

 

 

 

Transmit mode

Release Mic [PTT].

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

High transmit power

Default

 

 

 

 

 

 

Medium transmit

[LOW], [LOW] to

 

 

select the default

 

 

power

 

 

(High)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Low transmit power

[LOW] to select the

 

 

default (High)

 

 

 

When you receive a signal:

“BUSY” appears when the squelch {page 15} is open.

The S-meter shows the strength of received signals.

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OPERATING BASICS

SWITCHING POWER ON/OFF

1Switch ON the DC power supply.

• If operating mobile, skip this step.

2Press the (POWER) switch to switch ON the transceiver.

3To switch OFF the transceiver, press the (POWER) switch again.

In a fixed installation, after the transceiver has been switched ON, it can then be switched OFF or ON by using only the power switch on the DC power supply.

ADJUSTING VOLUME

Turn the VOL control clockwise (or counterclockwise) to increase (or decrease) the audio level.

ADJUSTING SQUELCH

The purpose of the Squelch function is to silence background noise output from the speaker (squelch closed) when no signals are present. When the squelch level is set correctly, you will hear sound (squelch opened) only while a station is actually being received.

Turn the SQL control to just eliminate the background noise when no signal is present.

As you turn the control clockwise, stronger signals are required to open the squelch.

Note: The point at which ambient noise on a frequency just disappears, called the squelch threshold, depends on the frequency.

SELECTING A BAND

Press [BAND] to select the VHF or UHF band.

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SELECTING FREQUENCIES

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2Tuning Control

3Using the Tuning control is convenient when you are within easy reach of the transceiver front panel, and

4the frequencies to be selected are near the current

5frequency.

61 Press [VFO] to select VFO mode.

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13frequency.

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18• You can also select frequencies via the microphone

19keypad (MC-53DM only). See “KEYPAD DIRECT ENTRY” {page 54}.

20• To change frequencies in steps of 1 MHz, press

21[MHz] first. Pressing [MHz] again cancels the

1 MHz function.

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To change frequencies in steps of 10 MHz, press [F]+[MHz] first; do not press [F] for longer than

1 second. Pressing [F] cancels the 10 MHz function; pressing [MHz] starts the 1 MHz function.

Note: If you cannot select a particular frequency, you need to change the frequency step size. See “CHANGING FREQUENCY

STEP SIZE” {page 55} for further information.

Microphone [UP]/ [DWN] Buttons

Using Mic [UP]/ [DWN] for frequency selection is useful when mobiling or any time you are not immediately in front of the transceiver.

Press Mic [UP] or [DWN] once to change the frequency by one step in the direction indicated by the button.

Pressing and holding the button causes the frequency to step repeatedly. Release it to stop the frequency change.

To change frequencies in steps of 1 MHz (or 10 MHz), press [MHz] (or [F]+[MHz]) first.

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TRANSMITTING

1When ready to begin transmitting, press and hold Mic [PTT] and speak in a normal tone of voice.

• “ON AIR” and the RF power meter appear.

Speaking too close to the microphone, or too loudly, may increase distortion and reduce intelligibility of your signal at the receiving station.

The RF power meter shows the relative transmit output power.

2 When you finish speaking, release Mic [PTT].

MC-53DM

Selecting Output Power

It’s wise, and required by law, to select the lowest power that allows reliable communication. If operating from battery power, lower transmit power will give you more operating time before a charge is necessary. Reducing power lowers the risk of interfering with others on the band.

Press [LOW] to select high (“H”), medium (“M”), or low (“L”) power. The default is high.

CAUTION:

DO NOT TRANSMIT WITH HIGH OUTPUT POWER FOR EXTENDED PERIODS. THE TRANSCEIVER MAY OVERHEAT AND MALFUNCTION.

CONTINUOUS TRANSMISSION CAUSES THE HEAT SINK TO

OVERHEAT. NEVER TOUCH THE HEAT SINK WHEN IT MAY BE

HOT.

Note: When the transceiver overheats because of ambient high temperature or continuous transmission, the protective circuit may function to lower transmit output power.

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EASY OPERATION

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2If you are a person who has just acquired a ham license and wants to use only the basic functions

3for now, use Easy Operation mode. Only the

4basic functions are available in this mode so you

need not worry about studying other functions.

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When in this mode, you can store a simplex

 

frequency in up to 3 memory channels by just

 

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pressing a single key; the channels are shared by

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Press [MNU]+[

 

] to enter (or exit) Easy Operation

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Press

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switch ON (or OFF) the transceiver.

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CALL

recall the Call channel.

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CALL

store the currently selected frequency in the

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Call channel.

 

 

 

VFO

select VFO mode.

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MR

select Memory Recall mode.

 

 

 

 

 

MHz

change the frequency in steps of 1 MHz.

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Tuning

change the frequency.

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control

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 (1 s)

store the currently selected frequency in

 

 

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memory channel 1, 2, or 3; ex. [1] (1 s) to

 

3 (1 s)

store in channel 1.

 

 

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recall memory channel 1, 2, or 3, if data

 

 

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stored; ex. [1] to recall channel 1.

 

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LOW

switch the transmit output power.

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BAND

change the current band.

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DIM

change the display illumination.

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Mic DWN

lower the operating frequency.

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Mic UP

raise the operating frequency.

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Mic PTT

transmit.

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Mic CALL

recall the Call channel.

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Mic VFO

select VFO mode.

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Mic MR

select Memory Recall mode.

 

 

 

 

 

Mic PF

change the current band.

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MENU SET-UP

WHAT IS A MENU?

Many functions on this transceiver are selected or configured via a software-controlled Menu instead of physical controls on the transceiver. Once familiar with the Menu system, you will appreciate the versatility it offers.

MENU ACCESS

1Select the desired band.

For some Menu Nos., you can select a different setting on each band.

2Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.

The last Menu No. used appears.

3Turn the Tuning control, or press Mic [UP]/ [DWN], to select the Menu No.

• “ESC” and “OK” appear as button labels.

• To cancel the selection and restore the previous display, press [ESC].

4 Press [OK].

• Depending on Menu Nos., “s” also appears. For the subsequent steps, see the appropriate sections in this manual.

5Turn the Tuning control, or press Mic [UP]/ [DWN], to switch the selection.

6Press [OK] again to complete the setting and exit Menu mode.

Note: As required, operate keys or the Tuning control in each step within approximately 10 seconds, or the previous mode will be restored.

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MENU CONFIGURATION

Note: For the shaded Menu functions, select the appropriate band (VHF or UHF) before entering Menu mode.

Menu

Description

Selections

Default

Ref.

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AM/ FM Mode Switch

AM/ FM

See reference page

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(U.S.A./ Canada only)

 

 

 

 

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Power-On Message

See reference page

KENWOOD

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Auto Dimmer Change

ON/ OFF

OFF

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Memory Channel Lockout 1

ON/ OFF

OFF

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Memory Recall Method

All bands (ALL)/ Single band (ONE)

All bands

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Memory Channel Name 1

See reference page

 

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Auto PM Channel Storage

ON/ OFF

OFF

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Automatic Repeater Offset

ON/ OFF

ON

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Offset Frequency

00.00 MHz ~ 29.95 MHz in steps of 50 kHz

See reference page

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Programmable VFO

 

Upper/lower RX

 

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Frequencies selectable on the band

frequency limits on

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(Upper/ lower limits)

 

 

the band

 

 

 

 

 

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Scan Resume Method

Time-Operated (TO)/ Carrier-Operated (CO)

Time-Operated

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Priority Scan Method

Mode A/ Mode B

Mode A

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Automatic Power Off (APO)

ON/ OFF

OFF

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Time-Out Timer (TOT)

3/ 5/ 10 minutes

10 minutes

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S-meter Squelch

ON/ OFF

OFF

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S-meter Squelch Hang Time 2

125 ms/ 250 ms/ 500 ms/ OFF

OFF

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1Menu No. 3 and No. 5 are selectable only after a memory channel has been recalled.

2Menu No. 15 is selectable only when S-meter Squelch is ON.

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