Kenwood RC-2000 User manual

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KENWOOD CORPORATION
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MOBILE CONTROLLER
RC-2000
MOBILE CONTROLLER RC-2000

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
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CHAPTER 5CYCLING THE KEY GROUPS
OVERVIEW .............................................................13
DIAGRAM .......................................................... 13
GROUP AKEYS ......................................................14
GROUP B KEYS......................................................18
GROUP C KEYS ..................................................... 21
CHAPTER 6SATELLITE MODE
SATELLITE OPERATION ........................................ 31
ENTERING THE SATELLITE MODE ................31
GROUP A–2 KEYS ............................................ 31
BASIC OPERATION.......................................... 32
STORING SATELLITE
MEMORY CHANNELS ...................................... 32
RECALLING A SATELLITE
MEMORY CHANNEL ........................................ 32
SATELLITE CHANNEL NAME .......................... 33
QUICK MEMORY IN SATELLITE MODE.......... 33
CHECKING THE UPLINK FREQUENCY.......... 33
USING XIT/ RIT IN SATELLITE MODE............. 33
CHANGING THE FREQUENCY BAND ............33
CHAPTER 7EASY VIEWING MODE
OVERVIEW .............................................................34
OPERATION ......................................................34
KEYS (F1 ~ F6) ................................................. 34
KEYS (L1 ~ L3).................................................. 35
CHANGING THE FONT STYLE........................ 36
CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL
BEFORE YOU BEGIN ............................................... 1
PREPARATION (Pages 2 ~ 6) .............................. 1
QUICK START (Page 7) ....................................... 1
KEYSAND CONTROLS (Pages 8 ~ 12) ............... 1
CYCLINGTHE KEY GROUPS (Pages 13 ~ 30) ... 1
SATELLITE MODE (Pages 31 ~ 33) ..................... 1
EASY VIEWING MODE (Pages 34 ~ 36) .............. 1
PACKET CLUSTER TUNE (Pages 37 ~ 38) ......... 1
VISUAL SCAN (Pages 39 ~ 40)............................ 1
PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY (Pages 41 ~ 43) .... 1
SKY COMMAND II+ (Pages 44 ~ 46).................... 1
QUICK KEY REFERENCE (Pages 47 ~ 51) ......... 1
CHAPTER 2PREPARATION
INSTALLATION.......................................................... 2
TRANSCEIVER INSTALLATION........................... 2
FRONT PANEL INSTALLATION ........................... 3
SPEAKERAND MIC CABLE INSTALLATION ....... 4
MODULAR PLUG CABLE CONNECTION............ 4
DC POWER CABLE INSTALLATION......................... 5
CHECKING THE CONNECTIONS............................. 6
CHAPTER 3QUICK START
PREPARATION ......................................................... 7
OPERATION.............................................................. 7
CHAPTER 4KEYS AND CONTROLS
FRONT PANEL OVERVIEW ...................................... 8
DISPLAY AND KEY FUNCTIONS ............................ 10
CONTENTS

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CHAPTER 13 MAINTENANCE
GENERAL INFORMATION ...................................... 52
SERVICE................................................................. 52
SERVICE NOTE ......................................................52
CLEANING .............................................................. 52
CHAPTER 14 SPECIFICATIONS
RC-2000 MOBILE CONTROLLER...........................53
EXTERNAL SPEAKER ............................................ 53
CHAPTER 15 APPENDIX
RESETTING MEMORY DATA ................................. 54
DEMONSTRATION MODE...................................... 54
CONFIGURING
THEAUTO MODE FREQUENCY TABLE ................ 54
CONCERNING THE TM-D700A/E PANEL............... 54
NOTICES TO USER ................................................55
CAUTIONS.............................................................. 55
CHAPTER 8PACKET CLUSTER TUNE
PACKET CLUSTER TUNE FUNCTION ................... 37
NORMAL P.C.T. MODE ...................................... 37
LIST FUNCTION IN P.C.T. MODE....................... 38
NEW PACKET CLUSTER DATA.........................38
CHAPTER 9VISUAL SCAN
OVERVIEW .............................................................39
SELECTING THE NUMBER OF CHANNELS .......... 39
USING VISUAL SCAN .............................................40
CHAPTER 10 PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY (PM)
PROGRAMMABLE INFORMATION.........................41
APPLICATION EXAMPLES ..................................... 42
PM CHANNELDEFAULT VALUES .......................... 42
STORING IN PM CHANNELS ................................. 43
RECALLING A PM CHANNEL ................................. 43
AUTO PM CHANNEL SAVE .................................... 43
CHAPTER 11 SKY COMMAND II+ (K-TYPE ONLY)
PROGRAMMING CALL SIGNS ............................... 44
PROGRAMMINGA TONE FREQUENCY ................45
PROGRAMMING COMMUNICATION SPEED.........45
CONFIGURINGATNC BAND ................................. 45
STARTING SKY COMMAND II+ OPERATION .........46
TO EXIT SKY COMMAND II+ OPERATION ............ 46
CHAPTER 12 QUICK KEY REFERENCE
USB/ LSB mode ......................................................47
CW mode ................................................................48
FM mode ................................................................. 49
FSK mode ...............................................................50
AM mode ................................................................. 51

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
This manual was created to show you how to access the
functions you want to operate, and how to quickly
configure the transceiver, through the use of the
RC-2000. If you are operating the TS-2000(X)/
TS-B2000 transceiver for the first time, we recommend
you read the TS-2000(X)/ TS-B2000 instruction manual
before operating the RC-2000. Since this manual does
not cover the functions in detail, make sure you have the
TS-2000(X)/ TS-B2000 instruction manual handy for
reference.
PREPARATION (Pages 2 ~ 6)
When you are getting ready to install the brackets and
cables, read this chapter.
QUICK START (Page 7)
If you are operating the RC-2000 for the first time, read
this chapter and follow the instructions for a trial run.
KEYS AND CONTROLS (Page 8 ~ 12)
CYCLING THE KEY GROUPS (Pages 13 ~ 30)
These chapters describe how to access and configure
the various functions available on the RC-2000. Refer to
the page that explains your desired key control.
SATELLITE MODE (Pages 31 ~ 33)
This chapter describes how to control the functions while
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
you are operating in the Satellite mode.
EASY VIEWING MODE (Pages 34 ~ 36)
This chapter describes how to control the functions while
you are in the Easy Viewing mode.
PACKET CLUSTER TUNE (Pages 37 ~ 38)
This chapter describes how to control the functions when
you activate the Packet Cluster Tune mode.
VISUAL SCAN (Pages 39 ~ 40)
This chapter describes how to control the functions when
you activate the Visual Scan function.
PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY (Pages 41 ~ 43)
This chapter describes how to store and recall the
Programmable Memory function that is available on the
RC-2000.
SKY COMMAND II+ (K-TYPE ONLY) (Pages 44 ~ 46)
This chapter describes how to control the Sky
Command II+ functions.
QUICK KEY REFERENCE (Pages 47 ~ 51)
Alphabetical listing of the key functions in each operating
mode. A Quick look-up table for referring to the page(s)
in this guide as well as the TS-2000(X)/ TS-B2000
instruction manual.

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Install the bracket securely onto the vehicle, using 6 sets
of the supplied screws (N99-2024-XX).
Then, prepare the transceiver by loosely screwing in the
rear screws. Hook those screws onto the rear guide rail
of the mounting bracket, then adjust the transceiver to
your desired angle before tightening the screws. Insert
and tighten the front screws to secure the transceiver in
place.
To remove the transceiver from the bracket, first remove
the front screws, then loosen the rear screws slightly and
pull the transceiver forward to unlatch it from the bracket.
Do not install the transceiver so that it is vertically on its side.
PREPARATION
INSTALLATION
When using the RC-2000 in your vehicle, you can install
the transceiver in the trunk, under the seat or under the
dash board. On the transceiver, install the DC cable
(7 m/ 23.1 ft), the microphone extension cable
(5 m/ 16.5 ft), a cable for the speaker (5 m/ 16.5 ft), a
cable to the RC-2000 (5 m/ 16.5 ft), and coaxial cable(s)
to the antenna (not supplied in this package). Make sure
all cable lengths are adequate before installing the
brackets.
TRANSCEIVER INSTALLATION
When installing the metal plates, first attach the plastic
spacers (G11-2698-XX) to the transceiver. This is
necessary to protect the TS-2000(X)/ TS-B2000 from
scratches.
Note: The plastic spacers (G11-2698-XX) are supplied accessories for
the TS-2000(X)/ TS-B2000 transceiver.
Front screws
Rear screws
Spacers (G11-2698-XX)
The tab faces out
The tab faces out
Bracket
Vehicle chassis
Spring washer
Flat washer
Nut 6 mm x 20 mm
4 mm x 10 mm
3 mm x 4 mm

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FRONT PANEL INSTALLATION
1Assemble the mounting brackets using the 2 supplied
hexagon SEMS screws and the 2 flat washers.
• Do not completely tighten the screws in this step.
2Peel off the paper backing from the base of the
bracket.
3Position the bracket in the vehicle, then install it
securely using the 3 supplied self-tapping screws and
the 3 flat washers.
4Align the grooves on the front panel over the bracket
tabs.
5Slide the front panel down until it locks in place.
• The tab on the front panel must be completely
locked by the bracket otherwise vehicle vibration
may cause the front panel to become dislodged.
6Position the front panel at your desired angle, then
completely tighten the 2 SEMS screws on the
bracket.
SEMS screw
Self-tapping screw
Flat washer
Bracket tab
Locking tab
SEMS screw
4 mm x 10 mm
4 mm x 14 mm

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SPEAKER AND MIC CABLE INSTALLATION
Connect the speaker extension cable plug to the
EXT.SP1 or EXT.SP2 connector {TS-2000 page 78}.
Then connect a plug from the speaker to the jack as
shown below. Connect the microphone extension cable
between the microphone jack on the front of the
transceiver and the microphone connector, as shown
below.
MODULAR PLUG CABLE CONNECTION
Use the supplied modular plug cable to connect the front
panel to the main unit. Connect the 4-pin plug to the
front panel and 6-pin plug to the main unit.
Note: It is easy to identify between the plugs, as the 6-pin plug is slightly
wider than the 4-pin plug.
4-pin plug
6-pin plug
Microphone extention cable
Noise filter
(large)
Speaker extension cable
Noise filter (small)
Noise filter
(small)
TS-2000/TS-2000X
TS-B2000

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DC POWER CABLE INSTALLATION
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 you are using a noise filter, it should be installed with
an insulator to prevent it from touching any metal on the
vehicle.
• We recommend you do not 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, moisture, and the engine secondary
(high voltage) ignition system/ cables.
2After the cable is in place, wind heat-resistant tape
around the fuse holder to protect it from moisture and
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, then
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 any
excess, even if the cable is longer than required. In
particular, never remove the fuse holders from the cable.
5Reconnect any wiring you may have removed from
the negative battery terminal.
6Connect the DC power cable to the transceiver’s
power supply connector.
• Press the connectors firmly together until the locking tab
clicks.
Fuse (25 A)
Red
Black

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CHECKING THE CONNECTIONS
After installing the brackets and cables, make sure all the connections have been made in accordance with the
following diagram.
EXT. SP2
8W
PANELCOM
ANT 2 ANT 1
ANT
144
AT ANT 1.2G
DC
13.8V
ANT
430
EXT. SP1
8W ACC2
EXT. CONT REMOTE
HF
RX ANT
PADDLE KEY
GND
21
RC-2000 panel External speaker
Microphone
To antenna
Microphone extension cable DC Power cable
Speaker extension cableRC-2000 cable
Mounting bracket
Vehicle battery (12 V)

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PREPARATION
1Make sure that the RC-2000, the speaker, and the
cables are connected as shown {page 6}.
2Connect the transceiver to a DC power supply or
12 V vehicle battery {page 5}.
OPERATION
QUICK START
1Press [ ] (POWER) briefly to switch the transceiver
ON.
• Upon power up, “KENWOOD MOBILE
CONTROLLER HELLO!!” momentarily appears,
followed by the current operating frequencies and
other indicators.
MOBILE CONTROLLER RC-2000
• Assuming you want to operate the HF band on the
main transceiver and VHF band on the sub-
receiver.
2Turn the SUB SQL (right outer ring) and MAIN and
SUB AF (both center knobs) controls to
approximately the 9 o’clock position. Turn the MAIN
SQL (left outer ring) control fully counterclockwise.
3Press the MAIN AF (left) or SUB AF (right) control to
select the operating band.
• The “PTT” icon moves to indicate which band is
currently selected for the TX band. The frequency
information shown in a large font is selected for
the current control band.
4Press [F1] until you select group A–1 {page 13}.
5Press [DOWN] or [UP] to select your desired band.
6Press [MODE] to select your desired operating mode
{page 15}.
7Turn the Tuning control to adjust the frequency.
• The frequency shown in a large font changes.
8Press and hold Mic [PTT], then speak in your normal
tone of voice.
9Release Mic [PTT] to receive.
10 Repeat steps 8 and 9 to continue communication.
Note: You may have to adjust the AF and SQL controls further in step 6.

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KEYS AND CONTROLS
FRONT PANEL OVERVIEW
There are 12 keys on the front panel. These keys are denoted as follows: L1 ~ L3 are the 3 keys to the left of the
display (from top to bottom); F1 ~ F6 are the 6 keys below the display (from left to right); the top most key to the right of
the display is the Power switch; R1 ~ R2 are the two keys below the Power switch, to the right of the display (from top
to bottom).
q L1 ~ L3 key
Press to activate or select the function shown on the
display to the right of each key.
w Tuning / MULTI/CH / RIT/SUB control
Normally, it is used to adjust the frequency. Press this
control to change the control mode. The current tuning
control mode status appears on the top right of the
display where “TUN” is Tuning control, “MLTI” is
MULTI/ CH control, and “RIT” is RIT/ SUB control.
MOBILE CONTROLLER RC-2000

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e F1 key
Press momentarily to cycle within each group (for
example,A–1 a A–2 a A–3 a A–4 a A–1). Press
and hold to cycle among groups (Group A a Group B a
Group C a Group A) {page 13}. The selected group
and corresponding number appear on the display above
this key.
r F2 ~ F6 key
Press to activate or select the function shown on the
display above each key {page 13 ~ 30}.
tMAIN AF control
Functions the same as the MAIN AF control on the
transceiver. If you press this control, it functions the
same as [MAIN] on the transceiver {TS-2000 page 12}.
yMAIN SQL control
Functions the same as the MAIN SQL control on the
transceiver {TS-2000 page 12} .
uSUB AF control
Functions the same as the SUB AF control on the
transceiver. If you press this control, it functions the
same as [SUB] on the transceiver {TS-2000 page 12}.
iSUB SQL control
Functions the same as the SUB SQL control on the
transceiver {TS-2000 page 12}.
o (POWER) switch
Press to switch the transceiver ON or OFF {TS-2000
page 8}.
!0 R1 ~ R2 key
Press to activate or select the function shown on the
display to the left of each key.

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q“AT” appears when you operate HF ~ 50 MHz band.
Press [L1] to activate the automatic antenna tuner.
While it is in-line, “AT IN” or “AT R IN” appears (when
Menu No. 27 is “ON”). “CALL” appears when you
operate 144 MHz ~ 1.2 GHz bands. Press [L1] to
recall the CALL channel for the band or press and
hold [L1] to store the new CALL channel data.
wWhile “Q.IN” appears, press [L2] to store the current
frequency and other data to the Quick Memory.
e“EASY” appears when you operate the normal
VFO/ Memory Recall mode. Press [L3] to enter Easy
Viewing mode {page 34}.
rDisplays the current key group and its suffix number.
Press [F1] to move to next suffix number or press
and hold [F1] to move to next group {page 13}.
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The available function name appears. Press [F2] ~
[F6] or press and hold the key to activate the function
{pages 13 ~ 30}.
!0 The assigned function of [R2] appears. Normally,
“RIT” appears. Press [R2] to switch RIT ON or OFF.
Press and hold the key to clear the RIT offset
frequency.
!1 The assigned function of [R1] appears. Normally,
“PM” appears. Press to enter Programmable Memory
function {page 41}.
!2 The main transceiver operating frequency display.
!3 When the main transceiver receives a signal or the
main transceiver’s squelch is open, “BSY” appears.
When you transmit on the main transceiver, “TX”
appears.
!4 The memory name appears when you recall the
memory channel. “CALL” appears when you recall
the CALL channel. “SCAN–P1” (slowest scan
speed) ~ “SCAN–P9” (fastest scan speed) appears
while in Scan mode.
!5 “S” appears when the main transceiver is in receive
mode. “PWR” (output power), “SWR” (SWR ratio), or
“ALC” (Automatic Level Control) appears when you
select the meter function.
!6 The memory channel number appears (3 digits) when
you recall the Memory channel. The memory group
number “0–” ~ “9–” also appears. When the channel
is locked out, “— — —” appears above the memory
channel number. “Q01” ~ “Q09” appears when you
recall a Quick Memory channel. The Satellite
memory channel number “0” ~ “9” appears in the
Satellite mode. If no data is stored “s” appears
along with the memory channel number.
DISPLAY AND KEY FUNCTIONS
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!7 Works as an S-meter in the receive mode. Works as
the meter you selected while transmitting.
!8 “” appears when the internal TNC is assigned to the
main transceiver.
!9 The Hz digits of the main transceiver operating
frequency appears.
@0 Appears when the frequency point of Program Scan
Partially Slowed is selected on the main transceiver.
@1 When the sub-receiver is switched ON, it shows the
operating frequency for the sub-receiver. However, if
you are controlling the main transceiver functions,
such as RIT, XIT or SPLIT, it displays the frequency
information for these functions.
@2 Serves as an S-meter for the sub-receiver. It also
displays the relative output power when the sub-band
is selected for transmission.
@3 Appears when the MHz Up/ Down mode is selected.
@4 Appears when the Fine tuning function is selected.
@5 “PKT” appears when the internal TNC is operating in
Packet mode.
@6 “tM” or “Ms” appears while a simplex memory
channel is selected. “tMs” appears while a split
frequency memory channel is selected.
@7 “tB” or “Bs” appears while VFO B is selected. “B”
appears while Menu B is being accessed.
@8 “tA” or “As” appears while VFO A is selected. “A”
appears while Menu Ais being accessed.
@9 “DSP” appears when one of the DSP functions is
activated.
#0 “AGC” appears when the AGC function is ON. “R”
(Reverse function), “[R]” (Automatic Simplex Check),
or the Repeater shift direction (“–”, “+”, or “=”)
appears.
Note: “=” appears only for E-types.
#1 “ATT” appears when the attenuator function is ON.
“PRE” appears when the preamplifier function is ON.
“P/A” appears when both functions are ON.
#2 “RtEQ” appears when the RX Equalizer function of
the main transceiver is ON. “EQsT” appears when
the TX equalizer function is ON.
#3 “EXT” appears while the HF RX ANT connector is
enabled to receive HF band signals.
#4 “NB” appears when the Noise Blanker function is ON.
#5 “A” appears when Auto mode selection is activated.
#6 The current operating mode for the main transceiver
appears.
#7 “PROC” appears when the Speech Processor
function is ON.
#8 “PTT” appears when the main transceiver is selected
for the transmission band. “Ctrl” appears when the
main transceiver is selected for the Control band.
#9 “VOX” appears when the VOX function is ON.

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$0 “TRC” appears when the Trace function is ON in the
Satellite mode. “TRCR” appears when the Reverse
Trace function is ON in the Satellite mode.
$1 “SATL” appears while operating in Satellite mode.
$2 “PTT” appears when the sub-band is selected for the
transmission band. “Ctrl” appears when the sub-
band is selected for the Control band.
$3 The current operating mode for the sub-receiver
(sub-band) appears.
$4 “RIT” appears while the RIT function is ON. “XIT”
appears while the XIT function is ON.
$5 “SPL” appears while SPLIT operation is enabled.
$6 “DCS” (DCS function), “CT” (CTCSS function), or “T”
(Tone function) appears when one of the FM mode
selective calls is activated for the sub-receiver.
$7 “ATT” appears when the attenuator function is ON.
“PRE” appears when the preamplifier function is ON.
“P/A” appears when both functions are ON.
$8 “R” (Reverse function), “[R]” (Automatic Simplex
Check), or the Repeater shift direction (“–”, “+”, or “=”)
appears.
Note: “=” appears only for E-types.
$9 “N.R.1” appears when the Noise Reduction 1 function
is ON for the sub-receiver.
%0 “TUN” (Tuning control), “MLTI” (MULTI/ CH control),
“RIT” (RIT/ SUB control), or “SPED” (Scanning speed
control) appears, indicating which control mode is
currently assigned to the Tuning control.
%1 Appears when the Programmable Memory function is
ON. “PM1” ~ “PM5” appear to indicate which
Programmable Memory channel is selected.
%2 “PC” appears when the TS-2000(X)/ TS-B2000 is
controlled by an external PC.
%3 “” appears when the internal TNC is assigned to the
sub-receiver.
%4 The sub-receiver operating frequency display.
%5 The memory channel number appears (3 digits) when
you recall the Memory channel on the sub-receiver.
(Same as !6.)
%6 “S” appears when the sub-receiver’s squelch opens.
“PWR” appears to display the relative output power
level when you transmit on the sub-band.
%7 When a memory channel is recalled to the sub-
receiver, the memory name appears. (Same as !4.)
%8 When the sub-receiver receives a signal or the sub-
receiver’s squelch is open, “BSY” appears. When
you transmit on the sub-band, “TX” appears.
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OVERVIEW
The TS-2000(X)/ TS-B2000 transceiver has many
function controls. However, the RC-2000 mobile
controller has only 12 keys and 5 controls. In order to
access all the available functions of the transceiver from
the RC-2000 mobile controller, the functions are divided
into 3 groups: A, B, and C. Group A is a primary
function group with most of the commonly used keys.
Group B is a secondary function group. Group C is a
special group whose functions change, depending on
the current operating mode.
Within each group, there are several sub-groups, each
identified by their suffix numbers. Momentarily press
[F1] to cycle through each sub-group within your
selected group (A, B, or C). The suffix numbers change
to reflect the currently selected sub-group. To change
the main group (A, B, or C), press and hold [F1].
As you change the group and sub-group, the available
functions for [F2] ~ [F6] change. Press one of [F2] ~
[F6] to activate the function which appears on the
display above each key.
To access your desired function, first select the
appropriate group by pressing and holding [F1]. Next,
cycle within the group to the appropriate sub-group by
continuously pressing [F1]. The selected group and
corresponding number appears on the display above the
[F1] key.
The following diagram illustrates how to access each
group and sub-group.
For further information on each function, refer to the
TS-2000(X)/ TS-B2000 instruction manual. A Quick
look-up table of each operating mode is available,
starting on page 47.
DIAGRAM
CYCLING THE KEY GROUPS
A–1
A–2
B–1
B–2
B–3
C–1
C–2
(1 s)
(1 s) (1 s)
[F1]
Press [F1]
Press [F1] (1 s)
B–4
[F1]
A–3
[F1]
A–4
[F1]
(A–5)
[F1]
C–3
[F1]
(C–4)
[F1]
GROUPA GROUP B GROUP C
[F1]
[F1]
[F1] [F1]
[F1]
[F1]
[F1][F1][F1]
• A–5 appears only when recalling
Memory Channels 290~299.
• C–4 appears only in FM mode.

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GROUP A KEYS
Group A–5 appears only when you recall Memory Channel 290 ~ 299. Detailed explanations of each function are
provided on the following pages:
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dnasserP :yekehtdloh 1–BpuorgotevoM —————
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dnasserP :yekehtdloh 1–BpuorgotevoM evobaehtllaraelC stniop.qerf ————

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GROUP A-1
MODE
Press to change the operating mode pair. There are 3
pairs: USB/ LSB, FM/ AM, and CW/ FSK. Press and
hold to toggle the mode within each pair: USB LSB,
FM AM, or CW FSK.
FINE
Press to toggle the FINE tuning function ON or OFF. “F”
appears on the display when this function is ON.
1MHz
Press to toggle the 1MHz Up/ Down function ON or OFF.
“M” appears on the display when this function is ON.
Press and hold to change the 1MHz Up/ Down frequency
step size. Press the [c]/ [d]keys or turn the
MULTI/ CH control to change the frequency step size,
then press either [EXIT] or the MULTI/ CH control to
accept the new setting.
DOWN
Press to move down the amateur radio band one step.
Press and hold to continuously cycle down through the
amateur radio bands.
UP
Press to move up the amateur radio band one step.
Press and hold to continuously cycle up through the
amateur radio bands.
GROUP A–2
A/B
Press to alternate between VFO A and VFO B on the
main transceiver.
SPLIT
Press to activate SPLIT operation on the main
transceiver.
TF SET
When SPLIT operation is activated, press and hold this
key, then turn the Tuning control to adjust the TX
frequency. Press the Tuning control to toggle between
the Tuning control and MULTI/ CH control mode. “TUN”
or “MLTI” appears on the display to indicate the selected
control mode.
A=B
Press to copy the data of the currently selected VFO to
another VFO.
XIT
Press to switch the Transmit Incremental Tuning function
ON or OFF. When it is ON, “XIT” appears on the display,
along with the offset frequency. Press and hold to clear
the XIT offset frequency.

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GROUP A-3
MENU
Press to enter the Menu mode. Menu mode is used to
activate and configure the various functions of the
TS-2000(X)/ TS-B2000 {TS-2000 page 21}. Press
[ADD] to add the current Menu No. to the Quick Menu.
“” appears on the display when the Menu No. is added
to the Quick Menu. Press [MNU SEL] to activate the
Quick Menu function.
STEP
Press to change the frequency step size used for the
MULTI/ CH control {TS-2000 page 37}. Select the
desired step size using the [c]/ [d]keys or by turning
MULTI/ CH control, then press either [EXIT] or the
MULTI/ CH control to accept the new setting.
NB
Press to switch the Noise Blanker function ON or OFF.
When it is ON, “NB” appears on the display. Press and
hold to change the Noise Blanker Level. Select the
desired level using the [c]/ [d]keys or by turning the
MULTI/ CH control, then press either [EXIT] or the
MULTI/ CH control to accept the new setting.
AGC
Press to switch the AGC function ON or OFF. When it is
ON, “AGC” appears on the display. Press and hold to
change the AGC Level {TS-2000 page 38}. Select the
desired time constant using the [b]/ [a]keys or by
turning the MULTI/ CH control, then press either [EXIT]
or the MULTI/ CH control to accept the new setting.
PF
Press to activate the PF (Programmable Function) key
assignment. The default assignment is VOICE1
{TS-2000 page 77}.
GROUP A–4
CLR
Press to exit from, abort, or reset various functions. Also
used for erasing memory channels {TS-2000 page 62} or
locking memory channels out of the scan list {TS-2000
page 62}.
M>V
Press to transfer data from a memory channel to a VFO
{TS-2000 page 61}.
MG SEL
Press to enter Memory Group Select mode {TS-2000
page 64}. The selected group numbers are highlighted.
You can select your desired group numbers using the
[b]/ [a]keys, or by turning or pressing the MULTI/ CH
control, then press [SEL] to toggle the selection. You
can also press [ALL] to unselect all the group numbers.
Press [OK] to save the setting or [CLR] to cancel the
selection.