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    INSTRUCTION MANUAL FM DUAL BANDER TH-F7 144/ 430 MHz FM DUAL BANDER TH-F7A © B62-1899-00 (M) 09 08 07 06 05 04 03 02 01 00
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    KENWOOD TH-F7A transceiver. It has been developed by a team of engineers determined to continue the tradition of excellence and innovation in KENWOOD the transceiver in the future. Accessory Belt hook Antenna Strap Battery case (BT-13) Instruction Manual Part Number J29-0623-XX T90-0789-XX J69-0342
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    THE ANTENNA 1 ATTACHING THE HAND STRAP 1 INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP 1 CONNECTING TO A REGULATED POWER SUPPLY 2 CHARGING THE OPTIONAL Li-ion BATTERY PACK (PB-42L 2 CONNECTING TO A CIGARETTE LIGHTER SOCKET 2 CHAPTER 2 YOUR FIRST QSO FIRST QSO 3 CHAPTER 3 GETTING ACQUAINTED KEYS AND CONTROLS
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    DCS CODE 28 DCS CODE ID SCAN 29 CHAPTER 9 DTMF FUNCTIONS MANUAL DIALING 30 DTMF TX HOLD 30 AUTOMATIC DIALER 30 STORING A 42 PC 43 CHAPTER 14 TROUBLESHOOTING GENERAL INFORMATION 44 SERVICE 44 SERVICE NOTE 44 CLEANING 44 BACKUP BATTERY 44 TROUBLESHOOTING 45 MICROPROCESSOR RESET 47 INITIAL
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    PACK" {page 2}. 1 Position the two grooves on the edge and two hooks at the bottom of the battery pack over the corresponding guides on the back of the transceiver. a ATTACHING THE HAND STRAP If desired, you can attach the supplied hand strap to the transceiver. Strap INSTALLING THE
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    wall outlet. • Charging starts and 2 LEDs on the top panel lights orange. 4 It takes approximately 6.5 hours to charge an empty PB-42L Li-ion battery pack. When charging completes, the LEDs unlight; remove the charger plug from the transceiver DC IN jack. 5 Unplug the charger from the AC wall outlet
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    should get your voice on the air right away. The instructions below are intended only for a quick guide. If you encounter problems or there is something you would like to know more, read the detailed explanations given later in this manual. r Press [BAND] until you select the amateur radio band you
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    GETTING ACQUAINTED KEYS AND CONTROLS Antenna PTT switch LAMP Key Multi-scroll Key MONI Key Power Switch FM DUAL BANDER TH-F7 Tuning Control VOL Control Display SP/MIC jack Speaker/ Mic. DC IN jack Keypad Battery release M A/ B-band status LEDs Green : Busy Red : Transmitting Orange: Charging 4
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    DISPLAY 3 GETTING ACQUAINTED 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 21 22 15 16 17 18 19 20 q EL Appears when the transmit output power is set to Low ("L") or Economic Low ("EL") {pages 7, 39}. w H Appears when the transmit output power is set to High ("H") {pages 7, 39}. e LSB Appears when lower
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    3 GETTING ACQUAINTED BASIC OPERATION SWITCHING POWER ON/ OFF 1 Press [ ] (POWER) briefly to switch the transceiver power ON. • Upon power up, a high pitched double beep sounds, followed by the frequencies and other indicators. 2 To switch the transceiver OFF, press [ ] (POWER) again. • When you turn
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    PTT switch again to resume transmitting {pages 38, 48}. ■ Selecting Output Power Selecting lower transmission power is the best way to reduce the battery consumption, if communication is still reliable. You can configure different power levels for transmission {page 39}. Press [LOW]. • Each time you
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    3 GETTING ACQUAINTED Example 1 (100 MHz < f < 1000 MHz) To enter 438.320 MHz: Key in Display [ENT] --- --- [4], [3], [8] 4 3 8. - - - [3], [2], [0] 4 3 8. 3 2 0 Note: You do not have to press [MHz] when you are entering 3-digit MHz number. Example 2 To enter 439.000 MHz: Key in
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    MENU SETUP WHAT IS A MENU? Many functions on this transceiver are selected or configured via a software-controlled Menu, rather than through the physical controls of the transceiver. Once familiar with the Menu system, you will appreciate the versatility it offers. You can customize the various
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    VOX DELAY CALL KEY 1750 HOLD BEAT SHIFT BAR ANT LANGUAGE PACKET FM NARROW BATTERY RESET? 19 Beep function ON/ OFF ON 35 20 Allow VOX transmission when 9600 bps 1200 bps 42 29 FM narrow band operation 30 Select a battery type 31 Select a reset mode ON/ OFF OFF 37 LITHIUM/ ALKALINE LITHIUM 34
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    ALPHABETICAL FUNCTION LIST On the Display Menu No. Selections APO 18 AUTO OFFSET 5 BAR ANT 26 BATTERY 30 BAT SAVER 17 BEAT SHIFT 25 CALL KEY 23 CONTRAST 16 DTMF HOLD 12 DTMF LOCK 14 DTMF PAUSE 13 DTMF SPD 11 DTMF
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    above data in a memory channel, you need not reprogram every time. See "MEMORY CHANNELS" {page 15}. • To program -7.6 MHz offset on the TH-F7A (430 MHz only), repeatedly press [F], [REV] until " " appears. If the offset transmit frequency falls outside the allowable range, transmitting is inhibited
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    ■ Activating Tone Function Press [TONE] to switch the Tone function ON (or OFF). • " " appears when the Tone function is ON. Note: ◆ You cannot use the Tone and CTCSS/ DCS functions at the same time. Switching the Tone function ON after activating the CTCSS/ DCS deactivates the CTCSS/ DCS function.
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    MHz 5 OPERATING THROUGH REPEATERS REVERSE FUNCTION The reverse function exchanges a separate receive and transmit frequency. So, while using a repeater, you can manually check the strength of a signal that you receive directly from the other station. If the station's signal is strong, both stations
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    MEMORY CHANNELS In memory channels, you can store frequencies and related data that you often use. Then you need not reprogram those data every time. You can quickly recall a programmed channel through simple operation. A total of 400 memory channels are available for storing the frequencies, modes
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    6 MEMORY CHANNELS ◆ When you revise only the transmission frequency for the oddsplit channel, the frequency step size must be the same as the original odd-split channel memory data. RECALLING A MEMORY CHANNEL There are 2 ways of recalling the desired memory channel. ■ Using the Tuning Control or /
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    NAMING A MEMORY CHANNEL You can name memory channels using up to 8 alphanumeric characters. When you recall a named memory channel, its name appears on the display in place of the stored frequency. Names can be call signs, repeater names, cities, names of people, etc. 1 Press [MR] to recall your
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    6 MEMORY CHANNELS MEMORY CHANNEL GROUPS 400 memory channels have been divided into 8 groups of 50. Group 0 contains memory channel numbers 0 ~ 49, group 1 is 50 ~ 99, group 2 is 100 ~ 149, and so on. You can categorize each group to store similar data, same frequency bands or same modes for ease of
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    Channel 0 ~ 399 ➡ Channel 0 ~ 399 Receive frequency ➡ Receive frequency Transmit frequency ➡ Transmit frequency Tone frequency ➡ Tone frequency Offset direction ➡ Offset direction CTCSS frequency ➡ CTCSS frequency DCS code ➡ DCS code Tone/ CTCSS/ DCS ON/ OFF status ➡ Tone/ CTCSS/ DCS
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    6 MEMORY CHANNELS INFORMATION CHANNELS 10 Information channels are available for storing radio broadcasting service frequencies, such as community FM broadcasting stations. For your conveniences, pressing [INFO] instantly recalls the Information channel to B-band. REPROGRAMMING THE INFORMATION
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    SCAN Scan is a useful function for hands-off monitoring of your favorite frequencies. By becoming comfortable with all types of Scan, you will increase your operating efficiency. This transceiver provides the following types of scans. Scan Type Purpose Band Scan Scans the entire band of the
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    7 SCAN PROGRAM SCAN You can limit the scanning frequency range. There are 10 memory channel pairs (L0/U0 ~ L9/U9) available for specifying the start and end frequencies. It monitors the range between the start and end frequencies that you have stored in memory channels L0/U0 to L9/U9. Before
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    MEMORY SCAN Memory Scan monitors all memory channels in which you have stored frequencies (All-Channel Scan) or only a desired group of memory channels (Group Scan). ALL-CHANNEL SCAN The transceiver scans all of the memory channels in which you have stored frequencies. 1 Press [MR] (1 s). • Scan
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    7 SCAN CALL SCAN A Call channel can be stored for each amateur radio band, such as the 2 m, 70 cm bands {page 19}. You can monitor one of these Call channels and the current operating frequency alternatively. 1 Select the frequency (in VFO, Memory Recall, or Information Channel mode) you want to
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    Note: ◆ The signal being received on the B-band may become intermittent because the Priority Scan uses the B-band receiver to check the priority channel(s) activities. ◆ When a signal is received on a Priority channel with a CTCSS or DCS code programmed, the Priority channel is recalled even if a
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    7 SCAN USING VISUAL SCAN (MEMORY CHANNEL) 1 Press [MR] to enter Memory Recall mode. 2 Turn the Tuning control or press [ ]/ [ ] to select your desired center memory channel. 3 Press [F], [INFO] to start the Visual Scan. • The transceiver start scanning the 5 upper memory channels and 5 lower memory
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    receiving audio or noise that contains the same frequency portions may cause CTCSS to function incorrectly. To prevent noise from causing this problem, select an appropriate squelch level {page 6}. ◆ While transmitting the 1750 Hz tone by pressing [CALL] {page 13} , the transceiver does not transmit
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    8 SELECTIVE CALL CTCSS FREQ. ID SCAN This function scans through all CTCSS frequencies to identify the incoming CTCSS frequency on the received signal. You may find this useful when you cannot recall the CTCSS frequency that the other persons in your group are using. 1 While the CTCSS function is ON
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    DCS CODE ID SCAN This function scans through all DCS codes to identify the incoming DCS code on the received signal. You may find this useful when you cannot recall the DCS code that the other persons in your group are using. 1 While in DCS mode, press [F], [TONE] (1 s) to start the DCS Code ID Scan
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    can store a DTMF number (16 digits max.) with a memory name (8 digits max.) in each of the channels to recall later for speed dialing. MANUAL DIALING Manual Dialing requires only two steps to send DTMF tones. 1 Press and hold the PTT switch to transmit. 2 While transmitting, press the keys in
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    • Pressing [ ] after selecting the 8th digit completes the programming. • To complete programming a name with less than 8 digits, press [MNU] or [ ] twice. • Each press of [ ] causes the cursor to move backward. 9 Press the keys in sequence on the keypad to enter a DTMF number with up to 16 digits.
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    UTILIZING THE B-BAND ABOUT THE B-BAND Usually you can communicate with other amateur radio stations using A-band frequencies for receiving and transmitting. This transceiver also features another receiver in addition to the A-band transceiver. The frequency for the B-band appears on the bottom part
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    SELECTING A MODE FOR THE B-BAND When using the B-band receiver, the following receiving mode is available. Receiving Mode LSB/ USB Available Frequency Ranges 100 kHz ≤ f < 470 MHz CW 100 kHz ≤ f < 470 MHz AM 100 kHz ≤ f < 1.3 GHz FM WFM 100 kHz ≤ f < 1.3 GHz 29.7 MHz ≤ f < 1.3 GHz LSB/ USB/
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    to transmit at high power ("H" position) even if the battery remaining indicator shows low battery power. BATTERY TYPE Before estimating the remaining battery capacity, set the battery type in Menu No. 30 (BATTERY) to the same type of battery that your are using (either Lithium or alkaline). 1 Press
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    time of the transceiver. It automatically activates when the squelch is closed and no key is pressed for more than 10 seconds. To reduce the battery consumption, it shuts the receiver circuit OFF for the programmed time then momentarily turn it back ON to detect a signal. To program the receiver
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    11 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES The default step size for the amateur radio bands are as follows. Band A-band B-band Amateur Radio Band 2m 70 cm 2m 1.25 m 70 cm 23 cm Step Size 12.5 kHz 25 kHz 12.5 kHz 12.5 kHz 25 kHz 25 kHz For the B-band, refer to page 32 for the default frequency step size in the
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    [KEY] LAMP REV MONI MNf LOW MHz BAND FINE A/B VFO INFO MR SQL CALL3 BAL 1750 Hz3 TONE / 1 MNU / [F] + [KEY] LAMP2 MN.IN BATT L.OUT MODE STEP DUAL VISUAL M>V VOX M.IN PRI C.IN T.SEL ATT SHIFT 1 Tuning control (Up or Down) can be also programmed. 2 The light stays ON
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    11 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES Menu No. 4 (PROG VFO). • The current programmable frequency range for the band appears. 6 Press [ ] or [MNU]. 7 Turn the Tuning control or press [ ]/ [ ] to select the lower limit frequency in MHz. 8 Press [ ] or [MNU] to store the lower limit frequency. To cancel, press [ ]
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    shows the approximate output power when the transceiver operates with different types of battery or DC power source. Battery Type BT-13 (6.0 V) PB-42L (7.4 V) DC IN (13.8 VOX (VOICE-OPERATED TRANSMIT) VOX eliminates the necessity of manually switching to the transmit mode each time you want to
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    11 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES 2 While speaking into the microphone using your normal tone of voice, adjust the VOX Gain by pressing [ ]/ [ ] until the transceiver reliably switches to transmit mode each time you speak. • The setting should not allow background noise to switch the transceiver to transmit
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    Case (4 AA/ LR6) EMC-3 Clip Microphone with Earphone HMC-3 KHS-21 Headset (with VOX/ PTT) Headset PB-42L Li-ion Battery Pack (7.4 V, 1550 mAh) PG-2W DC Power Cable PG-3J Cigarette Lighter Power Cable SMC-32 Speaker Microphone SMC-33 SMC-34 Speaker Microphone (with
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    SP/MIC jack. 8 Press [ ] (POWER) to turn the transceiver ON. 42 SP TH-F7A MIC 2.5 mm Plug 3.5 mm Plug PTT Speaker 3.5 V Note 1 10 µF Microphone Note GND on the transceiver SP/MIC jack terminal. In addition, if your TNC supports 9600 bps packet (G3RUH/ GMSK 9600 bps modem), access Menu No. 28
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    , you need an interface cable. You will also need the supported software to download, upload, and edit the memory channel contents cable TH-F7A For your information, the following diagram shows how the TH-F7A communicates to the PC using a serial (COM) port. Level converter COM port TH-F7A SP
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    items unless you feel they are directly related to the service problem. You may return your transceiver for service to the authorized KENWOOD dealer from whom you purchased it or any authorized KENWOOD service center. A copy of the service report will be returned with the transceiver. Please do not
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    problems are usually not caused by circuit failure. Please review this table, and the appropriate section(s) of this instruction manual ON. 4 Press [F], [ENT] to switch OFF Tone Alert. 5 The battery pack voltage is too 5 Charge or replace the battery pack. low to transmit. 2 2 2 2 36 20 38 35 33
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    14 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action Ref. Page Repeater cannot be 1 Wrong tone frequency is selected. 1 Press [F], [TONE] to select a 13 accessed. proper repeater access tone. 2 Wrong
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    be malfunctioning, resetting the microprocessor may solve the problem. The following 3 reset modes are available. When control or press [ ]/ [ ]. If you select "NO", the transceiver exits the reset mode. 14 TROUBLESHOOTING 4 Press [ ] or [MNU] to proceed. • If you press any keys, other than [LAMP]
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    TROUBLESHOOTING 53}, this transceiver operates on a DC voltage from 5.5 V ~ 7.5 V DC (battery terminal) or 12.0 V ~ 16.0 V DC (DC IN jack). If you find the crowded band. To best tune in to a SSB signal, follow the instruction below. When you receive signals in USB mode: 1 Turn the Fine Tuning function
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    14 TROUBLESHOOTING ■ Internal Beats Frequency Formula When you receive a signal on the A-band within the 2 m band; (A-band receive freq. + 59.85 MHz) x 4 - (70 cm band receive freq.
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    (DC IN) Transmit with H, 7.4 V (PB-42L) Transmit with L, 7.4 V (PB-42L) Transmit with EL, 7.4 V (PB-42L) Receive (no signal) Battery Saver ON (Average) Usable temperature range Frequency stability Dimensions (W x H x D Projections not included) Weight 400 channels + 34 special function memories
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    Receive mode Circuit type Receiver A-band B-band LSB/ USB/ CW/ AM/ FM WFM A-band Frequency range B-band Intermediate Frequency (IF) A-band B-band A-band Sensitivity (single band operation mode) B-band Squelch sensitivity Selectivity Audio output (10% distortion) 15 SPECIFICATIONS F3E (FM)/
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    APPENDIX TV CHANNELS (VHF) U. S. A. CH No. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 V Freq. (MHz) 55.25 61.25 67.25 77.25 83.25 175.25 181.25 187.25 193.25 199.25 205.25 211.25 A Freq. (MHz) 59.75 65.75 71.75 81.75 87.75 179.75 185.75 191.75 197.75 203.75 209.75 215.75 France CH No. A B C1 C 1 2 3 4 5 6 V
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    TV CHANNELS (UHF) U. S. A. / Japan CH No. CH No. (U.S.A.) (Japan) 14 13 15 14 16 15 17 16 18 17 19 18 20 19 21 20 22 21 23 22 24 23 25 24 26 25 27 26 28 27 29 28 30 29 31 30 32 31 33 32 34 33 35 34 36 35 37 36 38 37 39 38 40 39 41 40 42 41
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    16 APPENDIX MARINE CHANNELS (VHF) International CH No. Frequency (MHz) TX RX 1 156.050 160.650 2 156.100 160.700 3 156.150 160.750 4 156.200 160.800 5 156.250 160.850 6 156.300 7 156.350 160.950 8 156.400 9 156.450 10 156.500 11 156.550 12 156.600 13 156.650 14 156.700
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    a Menu ......... 9 Lamp 36 Li-ion Battery Pack Installing 1 Charging 2 Lock Function 36 Manual Dialing 30 Marine Channels, VHF 54 Memory Transmit a 1750 Hz 13 Transmitting 7 Transmit Power, Selecting ....... 7, 39 Troubleshooting 45, 46 Tune Enable 36 TV Channels 52, 53 TX Inhibit 38
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© B62-1899-00 (M)
09 08 07 06 05 04 03 02 01 00
144/ 430 MHz FM DUAL BANDER
TH-F7A
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
FM
DUAL BANDER
TH-F7