Kenwood TM-V7E, TM-V7A User Manual

5 (1)

144/440 MHz FM DUAL BANDER

TM-V7A

144/430 MHz FM DUAL BANDER

TM-V7A

144/430 MHz FM DUAL BANDER

TM-V7E

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

KENWOOD CORPORATION

© B62-0678-20 (K,E,M) 09 08 07 06 05 04 03 02

THANK YOU!

We are grateful you decided to purchase this KENWOOD FM transceiver. This series of mobile transceivers were 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 guarantee your satisfaction with this product.

MODELS COVERED BY THIS MANUAL

The models listed below are covered by this manual.

TM-V7A: 144/440 MHz FM Dual Bander

(U.S.A./ Canada)

TM-V7A: 144/430 MHz FM Dual Bander

(General market)

TM-V7E: 144/430 MHz FM Dual Bander

(Europe)

FEATURES

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

A maximum of 280 memory channels are available, 140 each for VHF and UHF. Up to 180 memory channels can be assigned desired names.

“Visual Scan” graphically and simultaneously shows the conditions of up to 147 frequency channels.

The Dual Band RX feature allows two frequencies to be simultaneously received. Simultaneous RX configurations include VHF/UHF, VHF/VHF, and UHF/UHF.

Transceiver Guide shows how to use the basic functions.

A large, dot matrix LCD with alpha-numeric display capability is positive and negative reversible.

Save space with the compact front panel which easily detaches from the main unit and can be mounted in a different place.

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

A data transfer band is selectable separately from a voice communication band.

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 ......................................

1

 

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

1

1 PREPERATION FOR MOBILE AND FIXED STATION OPERATION

 

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

2

 

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

2

 

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

2

 

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

3

 

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

3

 

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

4

 

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

5

 

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

5

 

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

6

 

External Speakers ................................................

6

 

Microphone ...........................................................

6

 

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

6

2

YOUR FIRST QSO

 

3

GETTING ACQUAINTED

 

 

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

8

 

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

9

 

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

10

 

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

12

 

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

13

 

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

14

 

TRANSCEIVER GUIDE ...........................................

15

4

OPERATING BASICS

 

 

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

16

 

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

16

 

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

16

 

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

16

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

17

 

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

17

 

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

17

 

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

18

 

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

18

5

MENU SET-UP

 

 

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

19

 

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

19

 

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

20

6

OPERATING THROUGH REPEATERS

 

 

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

22

 

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

23

 

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

24

 

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

24

 

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

25

 

Automatic Repeater Offset

 

 

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

26

 

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

27

 

Automatic Simplex Checker (ASC) ......................

27

7 MEMORY CHANNELS

 

 

SIMPLEX OR SPLIT MEMORY CHANNEL? ...........

28

 

VHF/UHF MEMORY CHANNEL RATIO ...................

29

 

STORING DATA IN SIMPLEX CHANNELS..............

30

 

STORING DATA IN SPLIT CHANNELS ...................

30

 

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

31

 

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

31

 

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

32

 

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

33

 

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

33

Changing Call Channel Contents (Simplex) ........

33

Changing Call Channel Contents (Split) ..............

34

MEMORY VFO TRANSFER ................................

34

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

34

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

35

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

35

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

35

8 PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY (PM)

 

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

36

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

37

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

38

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

38

AUTO PM CHANNEL STORING .............................

39

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

39

9 SCAN

 

VISUAL SCAN .........................................................

41

Selecting the Number of Channels ......................

41

Using Visual Scan ...............................................

42

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

43

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

43

VFO SCAN ..............................................................

44

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

44

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

45

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

46

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

46

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

47

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

47

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

48

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

48

10 CONTINUOUS TONE CODED SQUELCH SYSTEM (CTCSS)

 

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

49

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

49

11 DUAL TONE SQUELCH SYSTEM (DTSS)

 

STORING DTSS CODES ........................................

50

USING DTSS...........................................................

51

DTSS and Repeaters ..........................................

52

12 PAGE

 

PAGE CODE MEMORY ...........................................

53

STORING PAGE CODES ........................................

54

CALLING .................................................................

55

RECEIVING .............................................................

55

Page and Repeaters ...........................................

56

LOCKING OUT PAGE CODES ................................

56

AUTO PAGE CANCEL .............................................

57

PAGE ANSWER BACK (U.S.A./ CANADA ONLY) ....

57

13 DUAL TONE MULTI-FREQUENCY (DTMF) FUNCTIONS

 

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

58

Autopatch (U.S.A. and Canada) ..........................

58

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

58

STORING DTMF NUMBERS FOR AUTOMATIC

 

DIALER ...................................................................

59

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

60

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

60

14 AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS

 

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

61

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

61

AUTOMATIC BAND CHANGE (A.B.C.)....................

62

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

62

DUAL BAND RX ......................................................

63

BLANKING A BAND DISPLAY .................................

63

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

64

SWITCHING AM/FM MODE

 

(SOME VERSIONS ONLY) ......................................

64

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

65

CHANGING MULTI-FUNCTION BUTTON LABELS . 66

CHANGING BEEP VOLUME ...................................

66

LOCK ......................................................................

67

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

67

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

67

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

68

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

68

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

69

DISPLAY DEMONSTRATION MODE ......................

69

CHANGING DISPLAY CONDITIONS .......................

70

Display Dimmer ..................................................

70

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

70

Display Contrast .................................................

71

Positive/Negative Reversal .................................

71

CONFIGURING PROGRAM FUNCTION KEYS ......

72

KEYPAD DIRECT ENTRY .......................................

74

Operating Frequency Entry .................................

74

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

75

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

75

CHANGING SPEAKER CONFIGURATIONS ...........

76

15 MICROPHONE CONTROL

 

ACTIVATING MICROPHONE CONTROL ................

78

16 PACKET OPERATION

 

ACTIVATING DATA TX/RX BAND ............................

79

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

79

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

80

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17

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

 

 

LOCKED-BAND REPEATER ...................................

81

 

CROSS-BAND REPEATER .....................................

81

 

TX HOLD .................................................................

81

18

VS-3 VOICE SYNTHESIZER (OPTIONAL)

 

19

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

 

20

INSTALLING OPTIONS

 

 

INSTALLING THE VS-3 VOICE SYNTHESIZER

 

 

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

84

 

INSTALLING A DETACHABLE FRONT PANEL KIT

 

 

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

84

 

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

86

21

MAINTENANCE

 

 

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

87

 

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

87

 

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

87

 

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

87

 

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

88

 

SPECIFICATIONS

 

 

INDEX

 

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

Accessory

Part Number

Quantity

Microphone

 

 

U.S.A./ Canada/

T91-0568-XX

1

General (some): MC-53DM 1

Europe/

T91-0396-XX

1

General (some): MC-45 1

DC power cable

E30-2111-XX

1

 

 

 

Transceiver fuse (15 A)

F51-0017-XX

1

 

 

 

Mounting bracket

J29-0632-XX

1

 

 

 

Mounting bracket screws

N99-0331-XX

1 set

 

 

 

Microphone hanger 2

J19-1526-XX

1

(U.S.A./ Canada only)

 

 

 

 

 

Microphone hanger screws 2

N46-3010-XX

2

(U.S.A./ Canada only)

 

 

 

 

 

Warranty card

1

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

 

 

 

 

 

Instruction manual

B62-0678-XX

1

 

 

 

1The MC-53DM and MC-45 microphones are also sold as optional accessories {page 83}.

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 until the

[KEY] (1 s).

function begins.

Press

Press KEY1 momentarily,

[KEY1], [KEY2].

release KEY1, then press

 

KEY2.

Press

With transceiver power OFF,

[KEY]+ POWER ON.

press and hold KEY, then turn

 

ON the transceiver power by

 

pressing [PWR].

Press

Press and hold [F] for 1

[F] (1 s), [KEY].

second or longer, then press

 

KEY.

Press

Press [F] momentarily, release

[F], [KEY] (1 s).

[F], then press and hold KEY

 

for 1 second or longer.

Press

Press and hold [F] down, then

[F] + [KEY].

press KEY.

 

 

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PREPARATION FOR MOBILE AND FIXED STATION OPERATION

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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.

M4

×8MAX

M4

×8M

AX

 

M4×8MAX

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.

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EN

 

 

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FM

 

 

DUAL

BAND

 

 

ERTM-

SEMS screw

2

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.

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.

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.

The entire length of the cable must be dressed so it is isolated from heat and moisture.

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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2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

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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

12A.

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.

4

Replacing Fuses

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

1

 

well-tuned antenna. The success of your installation will

2

depend largely on the type of antenna and its correct

3

installation. The transceiver can give excellent results if the

 

antenna system and its installation is given careful

4

attention.

5

Your choice of antenna should have a 50 Ω impedance to

6

match the transceiver input impedance. Use low-loss

coaxial feed line that also has a characteristic impedance of

7

50 Ω. Coupling the antenna to the transceiver via feed

 

lines having an impedance other than 50 Ω reduces the

8

efficiency of the antenna system, and can cause

9

interference to nearby broadcast television receivers, radio

receivers, and other electronic equipment.

10

 

CAUTION:

11

TRANSMITTING WITHOUT FIRST CONNECTING AN ANTENNA

 

OR OTHER MATCHED LOAD MAY DAMAGE THE TRANSCEIVER.

12

ALWAYS CONNECT THE ANTENNA TO THE TRANSCEIVER

 

BEFORE TRANSMITTING.

13

ALL FIXED STATIONS SHOULD BE EQUIPPED WITH A

 

LIGHTNING ARRESTER TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,

14

ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND TRANSCEIVER DAMAGE.

 

 

15

Antenna

16

connector

 

 

17

 

18

 

19

To antenna

20

Feed line connector

 

21

5

ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS

1

2 External Speakers

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

4accept a 3.5 mm (1/8") diameter mono (2-conductor)

5plug. Recommended speakers include the SP-50B and SP-41.

6

 

 

 

 

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8

 

 

 

 

9

 

 

 

 

10

 

 

 

 

11

 

 

 

 

12

Microphone

 

 

 

 

 

13

 

To communicate in the voice modes, plug a 600 Ω

 

 

14

 

microphone equipped with an 8-pin modular connector

15

 

into the modular socket on the front panel of the

 

transceiver. Press firmly on the plug until the locking tab

 

 

16

 

clicks.

 

 

 

 

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FM

 

 

 

DUAL

V7

 

 

 

 

BANDERTM-

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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 79}.

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-000

TNC

TM-V7

PG-5A cable

 

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Kenwood TM-V7E, TM-V7A User Manual

YOUR FIRST QSO

 

 

 

 

1

 

 

 

 

2

 

If you tend to discard instruction manuals along with the packaging

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

q Switch ON the DC power supply,

 

 

material .....please don’t. The 6 steps given here will get you on the

 

3

 

air in your first QSO right away. So, you can enjoy the exhilaration

 

then press the PWR switch.

4

 

that comes with opening a brand new transceiver.

 

 

 

 

 

5

 

 

 

 

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

 

 

6

 

 

w Turn the VOL and SQL controls to

 

two. The time spent will be worthwhile.

 

 

 

 

approximately 9 o'clock.

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8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

q 9

 

 

e Press [BAND SEL] to select the

10

 

 

VHF or UHF band.

CALL

PWR

 

11

 

 

 

12

 

 

r Turn the Tuning control to select

13

 

VOL SQL

a frequency.

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r t

ewweww

t Press and hold Mic [PTT], then

16

 

speak in a normal tone of voice.

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y Release Mic [PTT] to receive.

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MC-53DM

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1

 

GETTING ACQUAINTED

 

 

2

BASIC TRANSCEIVER MODES

Programmable Memory (PM) mode

3This section introduces you to the basic modes you can select, and differences between the TX band and the Control band.

VFO mode

Press [VFO] to select. In this mode you can change the operating frequency using the Tuning control or Mic

[UP]/[DWN].

CALL

 

PWR

VOL SQL

Memory Recall mode

Press [MR] to select. In this mode you can change memory channels, using the Tuning control or Mic [UP]/[DWN], where you stored frequencies and related data. For further information, refer to "MEMORY CHANNELS" {page 28}.

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}.

CALL

PWR

VOL SQL

Menu mode

Press [MNU] to select. In this mode you can change Menu Nos. using the Tuning control or Mic [UP]/[DWN].

CALL

PWR

VOL SQL

2

CALL

 

PWR

VOL SQL

8

TX-Band

 

BUTTON FUNCTION DISPLAY

1

Press the left [BAND SEL] (VHF) or the right [BAND SEL]

The lower portion of the display has labels that indicate the

 

(UHF) to select. "PTT" on the display shows which band

current function of each of the 4 front panel buttons. The

2

(VHF or UHF) is currently selected as the transmit (TX)

italic font is used to show these 4 buttons in the description

3

band. You can use the TX band to transmit signals or to

of each operation step. After pressing [F] or [F] (1 s),

 

control the transceiver.

 

pressing [F] again or waiting for 10 seconds restores the

4

 

 

basic state.

 

5

CALL

PWR

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic State

s

6

 

 

 

7

VOL

SQL

 

Display Labels

 

 

 

 

 

8

Control Band

 

 

 

 

9

Press [CONT SEL] to select. On the display "Ctrl" appears

 

Labels after

s

10

to show which band (VHF or UHF) is currently selected as

 

11

 

Pressing [F]

the Control band. Use this function when you want to

 

 

 

 

 

control the band that is not currently used for TX. After

 

 

 

12

selecting the Control band, you cannot control the TX

 

 

 

13

band.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CALL

PWR

 

 

 

14

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Labels after

s

15

 

 

 

Pressing [F] (1 s)

16

VOL

SQL

 

 

 

 

 

Note:

 

17

 

 

 

18

 

 

When selecting Program Memory mode, you will also see different

 

 

 

labels. See "Programmable Memory mode" {page 8}.

19

 

 

 

You can also select different combinations of button labels. Refer to

 

 

 

"CHANGING MULTI-FUNCTION BUTTON LABELS" {page 66}.

20

 

 

After pressing [F] or [F] (1 s), press the appropriate key within

 

 

 

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

21

 

 

 

 

 

9

FRONT PANEL

1

Note: This section describes only the main functions of the front panel 2 controls and buttons. For the functions not described here, you will find

explanations in the appropriate sections of this manual.

3

4

 

 

5

CALL

PWR

 

 

6

 

 

7

 

 

8

 

 

9

 

 

10

q CALL button

 

11

Recalls the Call channel {page 33}. Also starts or stops

12

Call/VFO Scan {page 48} when in VFO mode, or

Call/Memory Scan {page 48} when in Memory Recall

 

13mode.

14w VFO button

15Selects the VFO mode {page 8}. In this mode you can change the operating frequency, using the Tuning control

16or Mic [UP]/[DWN]. Also provides:

17• VFO Scan start/stop to scan the entire VFO range {page 44}.

18• Program Scan start/stop to scan a programmed range of frequencies {page 46}.

19

20

21

e MR button

Selects the Memory Recall mode {page 31}. In this mode you can change memory channels, using the Tuning control or Mic [UP]/[DWN]. Also starts or stops Memory Scan {page 44}.

r Tuning control

Selects:

Operating frequencies when in VFO mode.

Memory channels when in Memory Recall mode {page 31}.

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

This control is used for various other selections.

t MHz button

Selects the MHz mode. In this mode you can change the operating frequency in 1 MHz steps or 10 MHz steps {page 17}, using the Tuning control or Mic [UP]/[DWN]. Also starts or stops MHz Scan {page 47}.

10

CALL

PWR

y F (Function) button

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

u TONE button

Switches the Tone function {page 24} or CTCSS function {page 49} ON or OFF. Also activates or deactivates Automatic Tone frequency ID {page 49}.

i REV button

Switches the transmit frequency and receive frequency when operating with a transmit offset or a split memory channel {page 27}.

o LOW button

Selects High, Mid, or Low transmit output power {page 18}.

!0SQL controls

Adjusts the squelch threshold level {page 16}. This allows you to mute speaker output while no stations are being received. Turn the left control (VHF) or the right control (UHF) depending on which band you want to operate.

!1VOL controls/ BAND SEL buttons

When turned, these controls adjust the level of receive audio from the speaker {page 16}. Turn the left control (VHF) or the right control (UHF) depending on which band you want to operate.

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

!2CONT SEL button

Selects the band that you can control using the front panel buttons or the microphone keys.

1 2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20 21

11

1

 

 

2

CALL

PWR

 

 

3

 

 

4

 

 

5

 

 

6

 

 

7

!3MNU button

 

8

 

Selects the Menu mode {page 19}.

 

 

 

9

!4PM button

 

 

 

10Selects the Programmable Memory mode {page 36}.

11!5PWR switch

12 Switches the transceiver ON or OFF {page 16}.

13!6Microphone connector

14Insert the 8-pin modular connector plug until the locking tab

15

"clicks".

UP

 

16

DC 8 V, 200 mA max.

 

GND

17

STBY (PTT)

 

GND (MIC)

18

MIC

NC: No connection

 

19

DWN

!7DATA connector

20

 

Connect a Terminal Node Controller (TNC) for Packet

21operation. Accepts a 6-pin mini DIN plug {page 6}. 12

REAR PANEL

q Antenna 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-V7E 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 to a 13.8 V DC power source. Use the supplied DC power cable {pages 3 and 4}.

e Speaker jacks

If you wish, connect an optional external speaker for clearer audio. These jacks accept a 3.5 mm (1/8") diameter, 2-conductor plug. See page 6 for more information.

MICROPHONE

 

MC-53DM

 

MC-45

 

2

 

1

2

 

1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DWN UP

 

 

 

3

7

8

3

7

8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MIC

 

 

 

5

 

 

5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CALL VFO MR

PF

 

 

6

 

6

6

 

LOCK

 

 

 

4

 

ELECTRET CONDENSER MIC

4

 

 

 

 

MADE IN JAPAN

q UP button w DWN 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.

e PTT (Push-to-talk) switch

Press to transmit; release to receive. Also used to cancel various functions such as Scan {page 40} or Automatic Band Change {page 62}.

r LOCK switch

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

t CALL key

 

y VFO key

1

u MR key

2

Identical to the front panel CALL, VFO, and MR buttons.

3

These keys can be re-programmed, if desired {page 72}.

i PF key

4

Depending on which function you select by accessing

5

"PF1" in Menu No. 16 {page 21}, the function of this key

6

differs. Refer to "CONFIGURING PROGRAM FUNCTION

 

KEYS" {page 72}.

7

o DTMF keypad (MC-53DM only)

8

 

The 16-key keypad is used for DTMF functions, or to

9

directly enter a frequency or a memory channel number.

 

 

10

 

11

 

12

 

13

 

14

 

15

 

16

 

17

 

18

 

19

 

20

 

21

13

1

INDICATORS

 

Indicator

What You Selected

What You Press to Cancel

 

 

 

On the display you will see various indicators that show

 

Plus offset direction

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

2

 

what you have selected. Sometimes you may not recall

 

 

[SHIFT] ( TM-V7E: one

3

what those indicators mean or how you can cancel the

 

 

more [F], [SHIFT] )

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

 

Minus offset direction [F], [SHIFT] (TM-V7E:

 

 

4

useful.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

one more [F], [SHIFT] )

5

Indicator

What You Selected

What You Press to Cancel

 

Minus offset direction [F], [SHIFT]

 

(TM-V7E) (–7.6 MHz)

 

6

 

TX (Transmit) band

Always visible on either

 

 

 

Split memory

[VFO]

7

 

 

band

 

 

 

 

channel

 

 

Control band

[CONT SEL]

 

 

8

 

 

Automatic Band

[F], [MNU]

 

 

 

 

9

 

Call channel

[CALL]

 

Change (A.B.C.)

 

 

Medium transmit

[LOW], [LOW] to select

 

Transceiver Lock

[F], [MHz]

10

 

 

 

power

the default (High)

 

All Lock

[MHz]+ POWER ON

11

 

 

 

 

 

Low transmit power

[LOW] to select the

 

 

then [F], [MHz]

12

 

 

default (High)

When you receive a signal:

 

 

DTSS

[F], [DTSS], [F],

 

13

 

 

 

 

 

 

[DTSS]

 

 

 

14

 

Page

[F], [DTSS]

 

 

 

15

 

Tone function

[TONE], [TONE]

 

 

 

16

 

CTCSS

[TONE]

 

 

 

17

 

Reverse

[REV]

• "BUSY" appears when the squelch {page 16} is open.

18

 

Automatic Simplex

[REV]

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

19

 

Checker (ASC)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

20

21

14

TRANSCEIVER GUIDE

When you cannot recall how to use a function and you do not have this manual with you, you need not worry. This transceiver shows you the steps for operating the functions that you will often use.

Note: Not all functions are supported by Transceiver Guide.

1Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.

2Select Menu No. 1 (Guide).

CALL

 

PWR

 

 

 

 

 

 

VOL SQL

3Press [SET], then turn the Tuning control to select the desired function.

• You can also press Mic [UP]/[DWN] to select a function.

CALL

PWR

VOL SQL

2

1

4 To exit Guide mode, press [MNU] again.

The following table lists the function indexes that you will see on the display.

Function Index

Ref. Page

Function Index

Ref. Page

VFO Scan

44

Transmit Stored

60

 

 

DTMF

 

MHz Scan

47

Store Simplex

30

 

 

Memory

 

Memory Scan

44

Store Split Memory

30

Call Scan

48

Store Simplex Call

33

 

 

Ch

 

 

 

 

 

MR Ch Clr

31

Store Split Call Ch

34

Ch Disp

34

Assign PF1 key

72

All Reset

35

Assign PF2 key

72

VFO Reset

35

Assign PF3 key

72

 

 

 

 

PM Reset

39

Assign PF4 key

72

Repeater1

81

 

 

 

 

 

 

1U.S.A./ Canada only

1 2

3

4

5 6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20 21

15

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

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.

CALL

 

 

PWR

 

 

 

 

VOL SQL

3To switch OFF the transceiver, press the PWR 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 to increase the audio level and counterclockwise to decrease the audio level.

CALL

 

PWR

 

 

 

ADJUSTING SQUELCH

The purpose of squelch is to silence audio output from the speaker when no signals are present. When squelch is set correctly, you will hear sound only while a station is actually being received. The point at which ambient noise on a frequency just disappears, called the squelch threshold, depends on the frequency.

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

CALL

PWR

 

 

VOL SQL

SELECTING A BAND

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

"PTT" appears above the VHF or UHF frequency to show which band you selected.

CALL

PWR

VOL SQL

VOL SQL

16

SELECTING FREQUENCIES

Tuning Control

Using the Tuning control is convenient when you are within easy reach of the transceiver front panel, and the frequencies to be selected lie near the current frequency.

1 Press [VFO] to select VFO mode.

CALL

 

PWR

VOL SQL

2Turn the Tuning control to select a receive frequency.

CALL

PWR

VOL SQL

2

Clockwise rotation increases the frequency one frequency step at a time.

Counterclockwise rotation decreases the frequency one step at a time.

To change frequencies in steps of 1 MHz, press [MHz] first. Pressing [MHz] again cancels the 1 MHz function. To change in steps of 10 MHz, press

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

If you cannot select a particular receive frequency, the

frequency step size needs to be changed. See

1

"CHANGING FREQUENCY STEP SIZE" {page 65} for

 

further information.

2

• You can also select frequencies via the microphone

3

keypad (MC-53DM only). See "KEYPAD DIRECT

 

ENTRY" {page 74}.

4

Microphone [UP]/[DWN] Buttons

5

6

Using Mic [UP]/[DWN] for frequency selection is useful

7

when mobiling or any time you are not immediately in

front of the transceiver.

8

 

Press [UP] or [DWN] once to change the receive

9

frequency by one frequency step in the direction

 

indicated by the button.

10

• Pressing and holding either button causes the frequency

11

to step repeatedly in one direction until the button is

 

released.

12

• To change frequencies in steps of 1 MHz (or 10 MHz),

13

press [MHz] (or [F] + [MHz]) first.

 

 

14

 

15

 

16

 

17

 

18

 

19

MC-53DM

20

 

21

17

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

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 the transmit power you require.

CALL

PWR

VOL SQL

Each time you press [LOW], the transmit power is changed as shown below.

High

Medium

Low

(No Indicator)

("M")

("L")

CAUTION:

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

CONTINUOUS TRANSMISSIONS CAUSE THE RADIATOR TO OVERHEAT. NEVER TOUCH THE RADIATOR IN SUCH A SITUATION.

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

18

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.

CALL

PWR

VOL SQL

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

• "CLR" and either "s" or "SET" appear as button labels.

To cancel the selection and restore the previous display,

press [CLR].

CALL

PWR

VOL SQL

The subsequent steps differ depending on which Menu No. you selected. See the appropriate sections in this manual.

Note:

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

After selecting for an Item No. under a Menu No., pressing [t] stores

the setting and allows you to select for another Item No.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

19

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

MENU CONFIGURATION

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

Menu No.

Item No.

Description

Selections

Default

Ref. Page

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

––

Transceiver Guide

See reference page

 

15

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

1

Number of Channels for Visual

25/ 49/ 73/ 147

49

41

 

 

Scan

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

Power-ON Message

See reference page

"KENWOOD"

69

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

Multi-function Button Label

See reference page

F/TONE/REV/LOW

66

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

1

Display Reverse

Positive/ negative

Negative

71

 

2

Display Contrast

Level 1 (min.) ~ level 16 (max.)

8

71

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

Display Dimmer

Level 1 (max.) ~ level 4 (min.)/

1

70

 

 

 

OFF

 

 

 

4

Auto Dimmer Change

ON/ OFF

OFF

70

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

1

Memory Channel Lockout

ON/ OFF

OFF

45

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

VHF/UHF Memory Channel Ratio

90:90/ 110:70/ 130:50/ 50:130/

90:90

29

 

 

 

70:110/ 140:140

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

Memory Channel Name

See reference page

 

32

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

Auto PM Channel Storing

ON/ OFF

OFF

39

5

1

Automatic Repeater Offset

ON/ OFF

ON

26

 

 

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

Offset Frequency

00.00 MHz ~ 29.95 MHz in

See reference

24

 

 

 

steps of 50 kHz

page

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

1750 Hz Tone Transmit Hold

ON/ OFF

OFF

73

 

 

(TM-V7E only)

 

 

 

20

Menu No.

Item No.

Description

Selections

Default

Ref. Page

 

 

 

 

 

 

6

––

Programmable VFO (Upper/ lower

Frequencies selectable on the

Upper/lower RX

64

 

 

limits)

band

frequency limits

 

 

 

 

 

on the band

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7

––

DTMF Number Storing

See reference page

 

59

 

 

 

 

 

 

8

––

Scan Resume Methods

Time-Operated/ Carrier-Operated

Time-Operated

43

9

––

Advanced Intercept Point (AIP)

ON/ OFF

OFF

62

 

 

 

 

 

 

10

––

Automatic Power Off (APO)

ON/ OFF

OFF

61

 

 

 

 

 

 

11

––

Time-Out Timer (TOT)

3/ 5/ 10 minutes

10 minutes

61

12

1

DTSS/ Page Code Transmit Delay

350 ms/ 550 ms

350 ms

52,56

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

Auto Page Cancel

Auto (ON)/ manual (OFF)

Manual

57

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

Page Answer Back

ON/ OFF

OFF

57

 

 

(U.S.A./ Canada only)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

13

1

S-meter Squelch

ON/ OFF

OFF

68

 

2

S-meter Squelch Hang Time

125 ms/ 250 ms/ 500 ms/ OFF

OFF

68

14

1

Beep Volume

Level 1 (min.) ~ 7 (max.) / OFF

Level 5

66

 

2

Speaker Configuration

Mode 1/ mode 2

Mode 1

76

 

3

Voice Synthesizer

English/ Japanese/ OFF

English

82

 

 

(Only when the optional VS-3 is installed.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

15

1

Data Transfer Rate

1200 bps/ 9600 bps

1200 bps

79

 

2

Data TX/RX Band

ON/ OFF

OFF

79

16

1

Microphone Control

ON/ OFF

OFF

77

 

2 ~ 5

Programmable Function Keys

See reference page

 

73

 

6

DTMF Monitor

ON/ OFF

OFF

58

17

––

Repeater TX Hold

ON/ OFF

ON

81

 

 

(U.S.A./ Canada only)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

21

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

OPERATING THROUGH REPEATERS

Compared to simplex communication, you can usually transmit over much greater distances by using a repeater. Repeaters are typically located on a mountain top or other elevated location. Often they operate at higher ERP (Effective Radiated Power) than a typical station. This combination of elevation and high ERP allows communications over considerable distances.

Repeaters are often installed and maintained by radio clubs, sometimes with the cooperation of local businesses involved in the communications industry. During emergencies, repeater networks can be a valuable aid to officials responsible for coordinating communications in a community.

TX: 144.73 MHz

TX tone: 88.5 Hz

RX: 145.33 MHz

TX: 144.73 MHz

TX tone: 88.5 Hz

RX: 145.33 MHz

REPEATER ACCESS

Most Amateur Radio voice repeaters use a separate receive and transmit frequency. The transmit frequency may be higher or lower than the receive frequency but the difference in frequencies will be a standard amount, or "standard split". You can set a separate receive and transmit frequency by selecting the offset frequency and offset direction with respect to the receive frequency.

In addition, some repeaters may require the transceiver to transmit a tone before the repeater can be used. To transmit this required tone, activate the Tone function and select a tone frequency. The required tone frequency depends on the repeater you are accessing.

Most repeater configurations fall into one of the following categories:

Offset

TM-V7A/ E

TM-V7A

TM-V7E

Direction

VHF

UHF

UHF

+

+600 kHz

+5 MHz

+1.6 MHz

–600 kHz

–5 MHz

–1.6 MHz

 

 

 

 

– (" ")

N/A

N/A

–7.6 MHz

N/A: Not applicable

22

Flow Chart for Repeater Access

Select a band.

Select a receive frequency.

Select an offset direction.

Select an offset frequency.

Activate the Tone function, if necessary.

Select a tone frequency, if necessary.

Press Mic [PTT].

Selecting Offset Direction

Select whether the transmit frequency will be higher (+) or lower (–) than the receive frequency.

Press [F], [SHIFT].

Each time you repeat this key operation, the offset direction changes as shown below.

TM-V7A/E

Simplex

 

+

 

 

 

 

(VHF)

 

 

 

 

TM-V7A

 

 

 

 

(UHF)

 

 

 

 

TM-V7E

Simplex

+

(UHF)

 

 

 

 

If the offset transmit frequency falls outside the allowable transmit frequency range, transmitting is inhibited until the transmit frequency is brought within the band limits

by one of the following methods:

• Move the receive frequency further inside the band.

• Change the offset direction.

Note: While using a split memory channel or transmitting, you cannot change the offset direction.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

23

1

Selecting Offset Frequency

 

Select how much the transmit frequency will be offset

 

2

from the receive frequency.

 

3

1 Select the desired band.

 

4

2 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.

5

3 Select Menu No. 5 (Repeater).

 

 

 

6

CALL

PWR

7

 

 

8

VOL

SQL

 

2

 

9

 

 

104 Press [s], then select Item No. 2 (VHF Offset or UHF Offset).

11

• The current offset frequency appears.

 

12

 

 

 

 

CALL

 

PWR

13

 

 

 

14

 

VOL

SQL

15

2

 

 

 

1

 

16

17

18

19

20

21

5Press [SET], then select the appropriate offset frequency.

The selectable range is from 00.00 MHz to 29.95 MHz in steps of 50 kHz.

CALL

PWR

VOL SQL

2

1

6Press [SET] again to complete the setting.

7Press [MNU] again to exit Menu mode.

TM-7VE only: If you have selected " " for the offset direction, you cannot change the default (7.6 MHz).

Note: After changing the offset frequency, the new offset frequency will also be used by Automatic Repeater Offset.

Activating Tone Function

Press [TONE] to activate the Tone function.

Each time you press [TONE], the selection changes as shown below.

No Indicator

Tone

CTCSS

 

("T")

("CT")

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