JVC KENWOOD 28451110 Users Manual

THANK YOU!

We are grateful you decided to purchase this KENWOOD FM transceiver. KENWOOD always provides Amateur Radio products which surprise and excite serious hobbyists. This transceiver is no exception. This time KENWOOD presents a mobile with a built-in TNC to make data communications much more convenient than before. KENWOOD believes that this product will satisfy your requests on both voice and data communications.

MODELS COVERED BY THIS MANUAL

The models listed below are covered by this manual. TM-D700A: 144/440 MHz FM Dual Bander

(U.S.A./ Canada)

TM-D700E: 144/430 MHz FM Dual Bander

(Europe)

TM-D700A: 144/430 MHz FM Dual Bander

(General market)

FEATURES

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 T O 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:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

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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.

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

CONVENTIONS FOLLOWED IN THIS MANUAL

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PREPARATION

MOBILE INSTALLATION

This transceiver asks you to install the front panel and main unit at separate positions. Select safe, convenient locations inside your vehicle that minimize danger to your passengers and yourself while the vehicle is in motion. For example, consider installing the front panel under the dash in front of the passenger seat so that knees or legs will not strike the panel during sudden braking of your vehicle. Try to pick well-ventilated locations that are shielded from direct sunlight.

Note: Unlike the previous KENWOOD mobile transceivers, this transceiver does not allow the front panel and main unit to be joined.

■ Installation Example

■ Installation Steps

MODULAR PLUG CABLE CONNECTION

Use the supplied modular plug cable to connect the front panel to the main unit.

DC POWER CABLE CONNECTION

■ 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.

1 Route 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.

• If the power cable must be routed through a hole in the vehicle chassis or body, for example in the firewall at the front of the passenger compartment, use a rubber grommet to protect the cable from abrasion. Dismantle the fuse holder to pass the cable through the firewall.

2 After 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.

3 To prevent the risk of short circuits, disconnect

other wiring from the negative (–) battery terminal before connecting the transceiver.

4 Confirm 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.

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5 Reconnect any wiring removed from the negative

terminal.

6 Connect the DC power cable to the transceiver’s

power supply connector.

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

• 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.

■ 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.

1 Connect 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.

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2 Connect the transceiver’s DC power connector to

the connector on the DC power cable.

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

Note:

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For your transceiver to fully exhibit its performance capabilities, the following optional power supply is recommended: PS-33 (20.5 A, 25% duty cycle).

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

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

■ 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.

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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.

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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.

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Transmitting without first connecting an antenna or other matched load may damage the transceiver. Always connect the antenna to the transceiver before transmitting.

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All fixed stations should be equipped with a lightning arrester to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and transceiver damage.

ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS

■ External Speakers

If you plan to use external speakers, choose speakers with an impedance of 8 Ω. The external speaker jacks accept a 3.5 mm (1/8") mono (2conductor) plug. Recommended speakers include the SP-50B and SP-41.

■ Microphone

To communicate in the voice modes, connect a 600 Ω microphone equipped with an 8-pin modular plug into the modular socket on the front of the main unit. Press firmly on the plug until the locking tab clicks.

For the U.S.A./ Canada version, a microphone hanger is supplied. Attach the hanger at an appropriate position using the screws included in the screw set.

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.

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

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

Press [BAND SEL] 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.

GETTING ACQUAINTED

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.

q CALL button

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

e MR button

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

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Selects:

• Operating frequencies when in VFO mode {page XX}.

• Memory channels when in Memory Recall mode {page XX}.

• Menu Nos. when in Menu mode {page XX}.

This control is used for various other selections. When an up-arrow ( ) and down-arrow ( ) are visible

as button labels, the Tuning control functions in the exact same way as the up- and down-arrow keys.

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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 to scan the entire VFO range {page XX}.

• Program Scan start to scan a programmed range of frequencies {page XX}.

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

y F (Function) button

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

u TONE button

Activates the Tone {page XX}, CTCSS {page XX}, or DCS function {page XX}.

i REV button

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

o LOW button

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

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Mutes the speaker allocated to the control band {page XX}.

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!1 CTRL button

!1!1

Selects the band that you can control using the front panel buttons or the microphone keys {page XX}.

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!2 VOL controls/ BAND SEL buttons

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When turned, adjusts the level of receive audio from the speaker {page XX}. Turn the left control (band A) or the right control (band B) depending on which band you want to operate.

When pressed, these buttons select the desired TX band. Press the left button (band A) or the right button (band B) depending on which band you want to select.

For band A and B, see page XX.

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When turned, adjusts the squelch level {page XX}. This allows you to mute speaker output while no signals are present.

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!4 MNU button

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Selects the Menu mode {page XX}.

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!5 PM button

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Selects the Programmable Memory (PM) mode {page XX}.

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!6 PWR switch

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Switches the transceiver ON or OFF {page XX}.

MAIN UNIT- FRONT

q COM connector

Accepts a 9-pin female RS-232-C connector for connecting to a computer {page XX}.

w GPS jack

Accepts a 2.5 mm (1/10") 3-conductor plug for connecting to a GPS receiver {page XX}.

e DATA connector

Accepts a 6-pin mini DIN plug for connecting to an external TNC {page XX}.

r PANEL connector

Insert one end of the supplied modular plug cable for connecting the front panel.

t MIC connector

Insert the modular plug on the microphone cable until the locking tab clicks {page XX}.

y RESET button

Press momentarily to perform Partial Reset, or press for 1 second or longer to perform Full Reset {page XX}. No confirmation message appears. Use this switch when the microcomputer and/or the memory chip malfunction because of ambient factors.

MAIN UNIT- REAR

q Antenna connector

Connect an external antenna {page X}. 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-D700E 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.

w Power Input 13.8 V DC cable

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

e Speaker jacks

If you wish, connect an optional external speaker for clearer audio. These jacks accept a 3.5 mm (1/8") mono (2-conductor) plug. See page X.

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Press and hold to transmit, then release to receive.

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Identical to the front panel CALL, VFO and MR buttons. These keys can be re-programmed, if desired {page XX}.

i PF key

Depending on which function you select in Menu 1– 8–1 (PF1) {page XX}, the function of this key differs. Refer to “PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTION (PF) KEYS” {page XX}.

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The 16-key keypad is used for DTMF functions {page XX}, or to directly enter a frequency or a memory channel number {page XX}. The keypad is also available to program a memory channel name {pages XX and XX}, Power-ON message {page XX}, or other character strings.

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

INDICATORS

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When you receive a signal:

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

• The S-meter shows the strength of received signals.

BASIC TRANSCEIVER MODES

This section introduces you to the basic modes you can select.

VFO mode

Press [VFO] to select. You can change the operating frequency using the Tuning control or Mic [UP]/ [DWN].

Memory Recall mode

Press [MR] to select. You can change memory channels, using the Tuning control or Mic [UP]/ [DWN], where you stored frequencies and related data. Refer to “MEMORY CHANNELS” {page XX}.

Programmable Memory (PM) mode

Press [PM] to select. You can select the transceiver environment, by pressing [1] to [5], that you stored in PM channels. Refer to “PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY” {page XX}.

Menu mode

Press [MNU] to select. You can change Menu Nos. using the Tuning control or [UP]/ [DWN]. Refer to “MENU SET-UP” {page XX}.

Packet mode

Press [F] (1 s), [TNC] to select. You can send commands to the built-in TNC from a personal computer. Refer to “PACKET OPERATION” {page XX}.

BUTTON FUNCTION DISPLAY

The functions of the 6 buttons below the display can be identified through the labels shown at the bottom of the display. After pressing [F] or [F] (1 s), pressing [F] ([OFF]) again restores the basic state.

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When selecting Programmable Memory (PM) mode, you will see different labels. See “Programmable Memory (PM) mode” {page X}.

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You can also select different combinations of buttons labels. See “CHANGING MULTI-FUNCTION BUTTON LABELS ” {page XX}.

The labels of the 5 buttons beside the display are shown at the left end or right end of the display. These labels will change depending on the current mode.

BAND A & B

TX BAND AND CONTROL BAND

In this manual, the band recalled at the left hand on the display is referred to as band A, and the band at the right hand is called band B. The band A default is VHF (144 MHz) and the band B default is UHF (440 or 430 MHz). In band A you can also recall a 118 MHz or UHF subband. In band B you can also recall a VHF (144 MHz) sub-band.

This transceiver is capable of simultaneously receiving on 2 bands (A and B). So, for example, it is possible to receive packet data on one VHF frequency while receiving audio on another VHF frequency. “ ” indicates the current data band {page XX}.

Press the left or right [BAND SEL] to select band A or B. To recall the sub-band, press [F], then the same [BAND SEL]. The following diagram should help you understand how to select or recall the desired band.

What confuses you on this radio first could be the ideas of the TX band and Control band. Learn the differences between these bands.

TX Band

Press the left [BAND SEL] (band A) or the right [BAND SEL] (band B) to select. “PTT” on the display shows

which band (A or B) is currently selected as the transmit (TX) band. You can use the TX band to transmit signals or to control the transceiver.

Control Band

Press [CTRL] to select. On the display “Ctrl” appears to show which band (A or B) is currently selected as the Control band. Use this function when you want to control the band which is not currently used for transmitting. After selecting the Control band, you cannot control the TX band.

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You cannot recall a sub-band in Memory Recall mode. First press [VFO] to select VFO mode.

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You cannot recall the UHF sub-band in band A and the VHF subband in band B at the same time.

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The 118 MHz band cannot be used for transmitting.

MIC KEYPAD DIRECT ENTRY (U.S.A./ CANADA ONLY)

The keypad on the MC-53DM allows you to make various entries depending on which mode the transceiver is in.

In VFO or Memory Recall mode, use the Mic keypad to select a frequency {page XX} or memory channel number {page XX}. In Tone or CTCSS freq. Select mode, use the Mic keypad to select a Tone frequency {page XX} or CTCSS frequency {page XX}. First press the Mic PF key programmed as the ENTER key {page XX}.

You can also use the Mic keypad to program a memory channel name {pages XX and XX}, Power-ON message {page XX}, or other character strings. Each press of a Mic key switches entry of characters as below:

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OPERATING BASICS

SWITCHING POWER ON/OFF

1 Switch ON the DC power supply.

• If operating mobile, skip this step.

2 Press the PWR switch to switch ON the transceiver.

3 To switch OFF the transceiver, press the PWR switch

again.

4 If operating as a fixed station, switch OFF the DC

power supply.

• You may skip step 3. After switching ON the transceiver, you can switch it OFF or ON using only the power switch on the DC power supply.

ADJUSTING VOLUME

Turn the VOL control clockwise to increase the audio level and counterclockwise to decrease the audio level.

• If background noise is inaudible because of the Squelch function, press the Mic PF key assigned the Monitor function {page XX}, then adjust the VOL control. Press the PF key again to cancel the Monitor function.

SELECTING A BAND

Press the right [BAND SEL] to select band A, or the left [BAND SEL] to select band B.

• “PTT” moves to the selected band.

• For band A and B, see page XX.

SELECTING A FREQUENCY

ADJUSTING SQUELCH

1 Press [VFO] to select VFO mode.

2 To increase the frequency, turn the Tuning control

clockwise or press Mic [UP]. To decrease the frequency, turn the Tuning control

counterclockwise or press Mic [DWN].

The current squelch level is incorrect.

• Pressing and holding Mic [UP]/ [DWN] causes the frequency to step repeatedly.

• To change frequencies in steps of 1 MHz, press [MHz] first. Pressing [MHz] again cancels this function.

• 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.

You can also select frequencies via the microphone keypad. See “DIRECT FREQUENCY ENTRY” {page XX}.

The current squelch level is correct.

The purpose of the Squelch it to mute the speaker when no signals are present. With the squelch level correctly set, you will hear sound only when actually receiving signals. The higher the squelch level selected, the stronger the signals must be to receive. The appropriate squelch level depends on ambient noise conditions.

Turn the SQL control when no signals are present. Select the squelch level at which the background noise is just eliminated.

TRANSMITTING

1 To transmit, press and hold Mic [PTT] and speak into

the microphone 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 signals at the receiving station.

• The RF power meter shows the relative transmit output power.

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

Time-Out Timer: Holding down Mic [PTT] for more than 10 minutes

causes the transceiver to generate a beep and stop transmitting. Release, then press Mic [PTT] to resume transmitting. You may change the time-out time to 3 or 5 minutes {page XX}.

■ Selecting Output Power

It’s wise to select lower transmit power if communication is still reliable. This lowers the risk of interfering with others on the band. When operating from battery power, you will enjoy more operating time before a charge is necessary.

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

• You can program a different power for band A and B.

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Do not transmit at high output power for an extended period of time. The transceiver could overheat and malfunction.

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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.

MENU SET-UP

The Menu system on this transceiver consists of 3 levels.

MENU ACCESS

1 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.

• The current level 1 No. blinks.

2 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select the appropriate level 1

No.

3 Press [OK].

• The current level 2 No. blinks.

4 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select the appropriate level

2 No.

• To move back to level 1, press [BACK] instead.

• To exit Menu mode, press [ESC].

5 Press [OK]. 6 For Menu 1–1 to 1–9 and 1–A, repeat steps 4 and

5 to select level 3.

7 Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select a parameter.

• The procedure in this step differs depending on which menu item you selected. See the appropriate sections in this manual.

8 Press [OK] to complete the setting. 9 Press [MENU] to exit Menu mode.

MENU CONFIGURATION

The shaded Menu Nos. are described in the separate manual, “SPECIALIZED COMMUNICATIONS”.

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