Kenwood TS-60S User manual

TS-60S
50
MHz
ALL
MODE
TRANSCEIVER
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
KENWOOD CORPORATION
©PRINTED IN JAPAN B62-0410-00 (K, E} (MC)
9412 1110987654321 93121
GOO/ANA

IMPORTANT
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read all safety and operating instructions before
using this unit. For best results, be aware of all
warnings on the unit and follow the provided operating
instructions. Retain these safety and operating
instructions for future reference.
Thank you for purchasing this new
transceiver.
Notice to the user:
One or more of the following statements
may be applicable to this equipment.
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.
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 into an
outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
-- Consult the dealer for technical
assistance.
Information to the digital device user i
1
Power Sources
Connect this unit only to the power source
described in the operating instructions or as
marked on the unit itself.
Power Cable Protection
Route all power cables safely. Ensure the power
cables can neither be walked upon nor pinched by
items placed near or against the cables. Pay
particular attention to Jocations near AC
receptacles, AC extension bars and points of entry
to the unit.
Abnormal Odors
The presence ot an unusual odor or smoke is
often a sign of trouble. immediately turn the
power OFF and remove the power cable. Contact
a dealer or the nearest service center for advice.
Electrical Shocks
Take care not to drop objects or spill liquids into
the unit through enclosure openings. Metal
objects, such as hairpins or needles, inserted into
the unit may contact voltages resulting in serious
electrical shocks. Never permit children to insert
any objects into this unit.
Grounding and Polarization
Do not attempt to defeat methods used for
grounding and electrical polarization in the unit,
particularly involving the input power cable.
Ventilation
Locate the unit so as not to interfere with its
ventilatian. Do not place books or other
equipment on the unit that may impede the free
movement of air. Allow a minimum of 4 inches
(10 cm} between the rear of the unit and the wall
or operating desk shelf.
Water and Moisture
Do not use the unit near water or sources of
moisture, For example, avoid use near bathtubs,
sinks, Swimming pools, and in damp basements
and attics.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Outdoor
Antenna
Grounding
14
Damage
Requiring
Service
2
10
11
12
13
Adequately ground all outdoor antennas used with
this unit using approved methods. Grounding
helps protect against voltage surges caused by
lightning. It aiso reduces the chance of a build-up
of static charges. Section 810 of the National
Electrical Cade, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides
information with respect to proper grounding of the
mast and supporting structure, grounding of the
lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna-
discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding
electrode. See the accompanying illustration.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER.
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
pb ANTENNA
"T DISCHARGE UNIT
PNEG SECTION B10-201
‘GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
ANEC SECTION 810-211
GROUNO CLAMPS
——" POWER SERVICE GROUNDING,
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE IMEC ART 250, PART Hi
"Power Lines
Minimum recommended distance for an outdoor
antenna from power lines is one and one-half
times the vertical height of the associated antenna
support Structure. This distance allows adequate
clearance from the power lines if the support
structure should fall for any reason.
Heat
Locate the unit away from heat sources such as
radiators, stoves, amplifiers or other devices that
produce substantial amounts of heat.
Cleaning
Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol, paint
thinner, gasoline or benzene to clean the cabinet.
Use a clean dry cloth.
Periods of Inactivity
Disconnect the input power cable from the power
source when the unit is not used for long periods
of time.
Servicing
Remove the unit’s enclosure only to do accessory
installations described by this manual or accessory
manuals. Follow provided instructions carefully to
avoid electrical shocks. If unfamiliar with this type
of work, seek assistance from an experienced
individual, or have a professional technician do the
task.
Enlist the services of qualified personnel in the
following cases:
a) The power supply cable or plug is damaged.
b) Objects have fallen, or liquid has spilled into the
unit.
c) The unit has been exposed to rain.
d) The unit is operating abnormally or performance
has degraded seriously.
e) The unit has been dropped, or the enclosure
damaged.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Thank
you
far
purchasing
this
new
KENWOOD
compact
transceiver.
This
transceiver
has
many
powerful
features.
To
gat
the
most
out
of
these
features,
we
suggest
you
read
this
instruction
manual
carefully,
and
keep
it
handy
for
further
reference.
This
transceiver
provides
these
main
features:
1 This radio is so compact that you can easily
transport, install and operate from either a
portable, mobile or fixed station installation.
2 Setting-up transceiver functions is simple with
the easy-to-use Menu System. The transceiver
delivers dozens of functions required by hams.
3 The Busy-Frequency Stop automatically stops
scan on a busy frequency. Time Operated and
Carrier Operated modes are provided for this
function.
4 The tuning control automatically changes the
frequency step, depending on how fast the control
is rotated. (Achieved by a “fuzzy logic" control
technique).
5 The TF-SET function allows changing the transmit
frequency while still listening to your received
signal.
6 The Automatic Power Off function switches off
the power if the transceiver has not been operated
for approximately three hours.
7 The MC-47 microphone allows assigning four
control functions to the microphone PF
(Programmed Function) keys.
In addition, this transceiver offers many other
transceiver functions, even though it is very compact.
Information:
1
Noise entering from the DC power supply, or static
electricity may disable the buttons or the tuning
control. If this occurs, determine the source of the
interference and take appropriate measures to
reduce or eliminate the offending noise. If the
transceiver still does not function normally, reset
the microprocessor. (For the reset procedure, reter
to page 45.)
Resetting the transceiver will clear the memory
channels and return the menu settings (described
later) to their default values.
This transceiver contains a cooling fan. As the
heat sink temperature rises because of continuous
transmission, the fan speed accelerates to its
maximum speed, and the sound of the fan will
become more noticeable. If the heat sink
temperature becomes excessively high, the
temperature protection circuit will trip to reduce the
transmission output.
For extended transmit periods, or when operating
EM or RTTY, we recommend selecting 50 W or 10
W transmitter output power.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER
1
INSTALLATION
AND
CHAPTER
4
MEMORY
FEATURES
CONNECTION
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BACKUP
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FOR
MOBILE
OPERATION
....
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Connection
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PREPARATION
FOR
FIXED
STATION
OPERATION
9
MEMORY
CONTENTS
CONFIRMATION
.....
33
DC
Power
Supply
Connection
...........
9
MEMORY
TRANSFER
..............-...
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2
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QUICK
MEMORY
CHANNEL
SELECT
.......
36
FRONT
PANEL
CONTROLS
..............
12
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a
Channel
Containing
Data...
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36
REAR
PANEL
CONNECTORS
............
18
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an
Empty
Channel
...........
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CHAPTER
3
COMMUNICATION
CHAPTER
5
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CONFIRMATION
BEFORE
OPERATION
....,
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Amateur
Sub-band
Switching
..........
41
RIT
Operation
............20..000..
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CHAPTER
10
OPTIONS
INSTALLATION
DUAL
DIGITAL
VFOs
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FILTER
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AUTOMATIC
POWER
OFF
(APO)
..........
42
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AND
NOISE
ELIMINATION
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43
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FEATURES
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Confirmation
Tone
Output
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1
INSTALLATION
AND
CONNECTION
PREPARATION
FOR
MOBILE
OPERATION
When
you
use
this
transceiver
for
mobile
operation,
do
not
attempt
to
perform
any
kind
of
configuration
or
menu
set-up
operation
while
driving
your
car,
simply
because
it
is
too
dangerous.
Stop
the
car
and
then
perform
transceiver
configuration.
In
addition,
be
aware
of
local
laws
regarding
use
of
headphones
while
driving.
MOBILE
INSTALLATION
You
should
install
the
transceiver
in
a
safe
and
convenient
position
inside
your
vehicle
so
as
not
to
subject
yourself
to
danger
white
driving.
For
example,
install
the
transceiver
under
the
dash
in
front
of
the
passenger
seat
so
that
knees
or
legs
will
not
strike
the
transceiver
if
you
brake
suddenly.
® Installation example
1
Install
the
mounting
bracket
using
the
supplied
flat
washers
and
self-tapping
screws.
2
Position
the
transceiver
in
the
bracket
to
determine
the
best
viewing
angle.
3
Insert
and
tighten
the
supplied
SEMS
screws
and
washers.
Flat washer
You
can
also
use
the
optional
MB-13
mounting
bracket.
For
the
correct
mounting
procedure,
refer
to
the
instructions
packaged
with
the
MB-13.
elf you decide fo mount the
transceiver in a horizontal plane
instead of angling it up or down, use
the top or middle row of mounting
holes on the bracket. The bottom
row of holes cannot be used to
mount the transceiver horizontally.
DC
POWER
CABLE
CONNECTION
Connect
the
DC
power
cable
directly
to
the
vehicle’s
battery
terminals
using
the
shortest
route.
Do
not
use
the
cigarette
lighter
socket.
12 V battery
Make sure the polarities
are correct.
Fuse holder
Supplied DC power cable
Be
sure
to
use
a
12
V
vehicle
battery
which
has
sufficient
current
capacity.
If
the
current
to
the
transceiver
is
insufficient,
the
display
may
darken
during
transmission
{at
audio
peaks
during
SSB
operation),
or
transmitter
output
power
may
drop
excessively.
Note:
if
you
use
the
transceiver
for
a
Jong
period
when
the
vehicle
battery
has
not
been
fully
charged,
or
when
the
engine
has
been
stopped,
the
battery
may
become
discharged,
and
will
noi
have
sufficient
reserves
to
start
the
vehicle.
Avoid
using
the
transceiver
under
these
conditions.
ANTENNA
CONNECTION
Use
a
whip
antenna
with
a
strong
and
rigid
mount
for
mobile
operation.
The success of your mobile installation will depend
largely
on
the
type
of
antenna
and
its
correct
installation.
The
transceiver
can
give
excellent
results
if
the
antenna
system
and
its
installation
is
given
careful attention.
The
performance
requirements
of
a
mobile
antenna
are
the
same
as
those
for
a
fixed
station
installation.
(Refer
to
page
10.)

i
INSTALLATION
AND
CONNECTION
GROUND CONNECTION
The
ground,
which
is
the
other
half
of
the
antenna
system,
is
very
important
when
using
a
mobile
whip
antenna.
Connect
the
feed
line
ground
for
the
antenna
securely
to
the
vehicle’s
chassis,
and
be
certain
to
bond
(electrically
connect)
the
vehicle
body
to
the
chassis.
The
sheet
metal
will
provide
the
primary
ground
plane,
so
be
sure
to
establish
a
good
RF
connection
from
the
feed
line
to
both
the
chassis
and
the
body.
For
comprehensive
information
on
mobile
antennas
and
their
successful
installation
and
optimization,
refer
to
the
ARRL
Handbook
or
similar
publication.
if
your
car
has
plastic
bumpers,
make
sure
to
ground
the
antenna
mount
to
the
body
and
the
chassis
of
the
car,
IGNITION NOISE
This
transceiver
has
been
designed
with
a
Noise
Blanker
to
filter
ignition
noise.
However,
some
cars
may
generate
excessive
ignition
noise.
If
there
is
excessive
noise,
use
suppressor
spark
plugs
(with
resistors),
or
perform
other
countermeasures
as
may
be
required
to
reduce
these
undesired
electrically
generated
noises.
The
ARRL
Handbook,
or
other
similar
reference,
has
a
wealth
of
information
regarding
this
topic.
Note:
1
The
negative
lead
from
the
battery
must
remain
disconnected
until
ail
connections
are
completed,
in
arder
to
prevent
the
possibility
of
an
accidental
short
circuit
during
installation.
2
After
instaitation
and
wiring,
confirm
that
all
work
has
been
performed
correctly,
then
reconnect
the
negative
battery
lead.
3
if
the
fuse
blows,
check
that
the
power
cable
has
not
been
damaged
or
short
circuited,
is
not
pinched
or
squashed,
eic.
Alter
resolving
the
problem,
replace
the
fuse
with
one
of
the
same
type
and
rating.
4
After
the
wiring
is
finished,
wrap
the
fuse
holder-with
heat-
resistant
tape
to
protect
the
fuse
against
heat
and
moisture.
5
DO
NOT
remove
the
fuse
holder
even
if
the
power
cable
is
toa
jong.

1
INSTALLATION
AND
CONNECTION
PREPARATION
FOR
FIXED
STATION
OPERATION
The
following
figure
illustrates
how
the
cables
must
be
connected
on
the
rear
of
the
transceiver.
Connect
the
cables
securely
so
they
will
not
come
loose
if
they
are
pulled.
Speaker
DC 13.8 V
DC
POWER
SUPPLY
CONNECTION
in
order
to
use
this
transceiver
for
fixed
station
operation,
you
will
need
a
separate
13.8
V
DC
power
supply
which
may
be
purchased
separately.
DQ
NOT
attempt
to
directly
connect
the
transceiver
to
an
AC
outlet!
Make sure the
polarities are correct.
Fuse holder
DC power cable (supplied)
AC
This
transceiver
draws
less
than
20.5
A
when
transmitting
at
full
power
output.
Kenwood
recommends
you
use
the
optional
DC
power
supply,
model
PS-33,
which
matches
the
electrical
and
cosmetic
features
of
this
transceiver.
Note:
1
Before
connecting
the
DC
pawer
supply
to
the
transceiver,
be
Sure
to
switch
the
transceiver
and
the
DC
pawer
supply
off.
2
Do
nat
plug
the
DC
power
supply
into
an
AC
outlet
until
you
make
all connections.
3
if
the
power
supply
voltage
exceeds
78
V,
the
transceiver
protection
circuit
will
turn
the
power
off
automatically.
The
transceiver
resumes
operation
automatically
when
the
input
voltage
drops
to
13.8
V,
@ Installation example
External speaker
(option)
External DC power
supply (option)
For
a
deluxe
installation,
take
the
tirne
to
install
the
transceiver
in
the
mounting
bracket.
The
diagram
offers
some
mounting
suggestions.
Added
benefits
of
using
the
mounting
bracket
in
your
fixed
station
include
the
following:
*
You
can
angle
the
transceiver
for
best
visibility
from
your
operating
position.
¢
The
transceiver
remains
stationary
when
you
attach
connectors
or
use
any
of
the
controls.
«
The
transceiver
is
quickly
detachable
from
the
bracket
if
you
want
to
move
it
to
your
mobile
or
any
other
alternate
operating
position.
¢
The
bracket
eliminates
the
risk
of
anybody
bumping
the
transceiver
off
your
operating
desk.
If
you
decide
to
mount
the
transceiver
in
a
horizontal
plane
instead
of
angling
it
up
or
down,
use
the
top
or
middle
row
of
mounting
holes
on
the
bracket.
The
bottom
row
of
holes
cannot
be
used
to
mount
the
transceiver
horizontally.

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INSTALLATION
AND
CONNECTION
ANTENNA
CONNECTION
The
type
of
the
antenna
system,
consisting
of
the
antenna,
ground,
and
feed,
will
greatly
affect
the
successful
performance
of
the
transceiver.
Use
a
properly
adjusted
antenna
of
good
quality
to
let
your
transceiver
perform
at
its
best.
Use
a
good
quality
50
ohm
coaxial
cable
and
a
first
quality
connector
for
the
connection.
Match
the
impedance
of
the
coaxial
cable
and
antenna
so
that
the
SWR
is
1.5:1
or
less.
All
connections
must
be
clean
and
tight.
While
the
transceiver’s
protection
circuit
will
activate
if
the
SWR
is
greater
than
2.5:1,
do
not
rely
on
Protection
to
compensate
for
a
poorly
functioning
antenna
system.
High
SWR
will
cause
the
transmitter
output
to
drop,
and
may
lead
to
radio
frequency
interference
to
both
consumer
products
(such
as
stereo
receivers
and
televisions),
and
RF
interference
to
the
transceiver
itself.
Reports
that
your
signal
is
garbled
or
distorted,
especially
at
peak
modulation,
may
indicate
that
your
antenna
system
is
not
efficiently
tadiating
the
transceiver's
power.
If,
when
you
modulate,
you
feel
a
tingle
from
the
transceiver’s
cabinet
or
the
microphone’s
metal
fittings,
you
can
be
certain
that
at
the
least,
your
coax
connector
is
loose
at
the
rear
of
the
radio,
and
at
the
worst,
your
antenna
system
is
not
efficiently
radiating
power.
Caution:
in
a
fixed
station
installation,
use
a
lightning
arrester
to
prevent
fire,
electric
shock,
or
damage
to
the
transceiver.
GROUND CONNECTION
At
the
minimum,
a
good
DC
ground
is
required
to
prevent
such
dangers
as
electric
shock.
For
superior
communications
results,
a
good
RF
ground
is
required,
against
which
the
antenna
system
can
operate.
Both
of
these
conditions
can
be
met
by
providing
a
good
earth
ground
for
your
station.
Bury
one
or
more
ground
rods,
or
a
large
copper
plate
under
the
ground,
and
connect
this
to
the
transceiver
GND
terminal.
Use
heavy
gauge
wire
or
a
copper
strap,
cut
as
short
as
possible,
for
this
connection.
Just
as
for
antenna
work,
all
connections
must
be
clean
and
tight.
Caution:
00
NOT
attempt
to
use
a
gas
pipe
(which
is
clearly
dangerous},
an
electrical
conduit
(which
has
the
whole
house
wiring
atlached
and
may
act
like
an
antenna),
or
a
Diastic
water
pipe
for
a
ground.
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AND
CONNECTION
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CONNECTIONS
External Speaker
Ensure
any
external
speaker
used
has
an
impedance
from
8
to
16
ohms.
Use
a
3.5
mm
mono
(two
conductor)
plug.
Headphones
Use
headphones
having
4
to
32
ohms
impedance.
You
can
also
use
stereo
headphones.
When
headphones
are
used,
no
sound
is
heard
from
the
internal
{or
optional
external)
speaker,
Use
a
3.5
mm
mona
(two
conductor)
or
stereo
(three
conductor)
plug.
Microphone
To communicate in the voice modes, connect a
microphone
having
an
impedance
of
600
ohms
to
the
MIC
jack.
Optional
microphones
include
the
MC-43S,
MC-60A,
MC-80,
and
MG-85.
Do
not
use
the
MC-44,
MC-44DM, MC-45, MC-45E, MC-45DM or MC-45DME
microphone.
Key or Electronic Keyer
Connect your key or electronic keyer to the KEY jack
on the rear panel. Use a 3.6 mm mono (two
conductor) plug.
When using an electronic keyer, ensure the keyer
wiring polarity is correct.
Plug wiring
+7V,
Contact current approximately 1 mA.
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IF-10D Interface Connector
The
IF-10D
interface
is
an
optional
accessory
used
to
control
the
TS-60S
transceiver
from
a
computer.
The
interface
connector
access
hole
is
located
in
the
bottom
cover
of
the
transceiver.
The
hole
is
covered
by
a
circular
protective
patch
that
can
be
removed
easily
by
prying
up
on
the
patch's
edge
with
a
fingernail.
Use
care
not
to
scratch
the
bottom
cover
if
any
tool
is
used
to
remove
the
patch.
Removing
the
patch
cover
exposes
the
6-pin
male
connector
(CN6)
to
which
the
IF-10D
Interface
can
be
connected.
Refer
to
the
IF-10D
Instruction
Manual
for
further
information
on
using
this
interface.

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AND
CONNECTORS
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Press
for
approximately
1
second
to
switch
the
transceiver
on
or
off.
After
the
power
is
switched
on,
"HELLO"
appears
on
the
display
for
one
second,
followed
by
the
frequency
and
other
information
such
as
mode
and
VFO
A
or
B.
Note:
When
you
switch
the
DC
power
supply
on,
you
will
not
Switch
the
transceiver
on.
Press
the
transceiver
POWER
switch
to
control
its
power.
® MENU button
Press to access the Menu Set-up mode.
Menu Set-up allows configuration of numerous
parameters
such
as
RF
output
power,
AGC,
frequency
Step
size,
etc.
Refer
to
"MENU
SET-UP"
on
pages
46 and 47.
@® AIP/ATT button
Activates the AIP (Advanced Intercept Point) or ATT
{Attenuator) function, or both simultaneously. Initially,
or after a partial or full CPU reset, AIP and ATT are
off. With each press, the setting changes in
sequence.
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The status displays at the LCD top left. (Nothing
displays when both functions are off.)
AIP
helps
eliminate
radio
interference,
and
moderates
receiver
audio
distortion
which
sometimes
occurs
when
receiving
a
strong
signal.
ATT
attenuates
all
received
signals
by
20
dB
{1/10)
to
maderate
interference
by
strong
signals
on
adjacent
frequencies.
The MC-47 microphone allows separate ATT and AIP
selection. For PF (Programmable Function} key
information, refer to “Programmable Function Keys"
on pages 48 and 49.
@© NB button
Toggles the noise blanker.
The
noise
blanker
attenuates
pulse
noise,
such
as
that
caused
by
automobile
ignitions
or
a
sparking
electric
motor.
For details, refer to “Noise Bianker" on page 43.
@® PHONES jack
Insert the headphones plug into this jack. Any
headphones with an impedance of 4 to 32 ohms,
including stereo headphones, may be used. Use a
3.5 mm mono (two conductor) or stereo (three
conductor) plug.
When using headphones, no sound will be heard from
the internal (or external} speaker.
Note: When connecting headphones, insert the plug straight
into the jack without applying sideways force thal could damage
the jack.
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AND
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Connect the microphone securely.
@ AF control
Adjusts the receiver audio volume.
Note:
The
“beep”
(audio
annunciator)
and
sidetone
levels
are
not
affected
by
the
position
of
the
AF
control.
SQL control
Turn
to
just
eliminate
the
background
noise
when
no
signal
is
present,
or
set
and
forget
at
full
counterclockwise
rotation.
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Noise is heard. Noise disappears.
When
the
Squeich
control
is
adjusted
correctly,
you
will
hear
sound
only
when
the
other
station
is
transmitting.
The
point
at
which
ambient
noise
just
disappears
(the
threshold)
depends
on
the
modulation
mode
and
frequency.
When
receiving
a
weak
signal,
turn
the
contral
fully
counterclockwise.
Note:
ifthe
Squeich
control
is
turned
fully
clockwise,
you
may
mistakenly
think
that
receiver
sensitivity
is
low
or
the
transceiver
is
failing
to
output
sound.
Normally,
the
Squetch
contro!
should
be
set
at
the
fully
counterclockwise
position
unless
in
the
FM
or
AM
mode.
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® RIT control
The
Receiver
tncremental
Tuning
control
has
two
functions:
© Receiver frequency shift
® Scan speed change
(1) Receiver frequency shift
With
the
RIT
on,
the
receiver
frequency
is
adjustable without affecting the transmitter
frequency.
Turn
the
RIT
control
clockwise,
and
the frequency will shift up.
For
details,
refer
to
"RIT
Operation"
on
page
41.
(2) Scan speed change
Using the RIT control, the scan speed can be
changed
during
memory
or
program
scan.
Turn
the RIT control counterclockwise, and the scan
speed will increase. When exiting scan, center the
RIF control.
For details, refer to page 40.
Note:
Remember
that
the
RIT
control
affects
both
the
receiver
frequency shift, and scan speed. If you switch the AIT on after
using the scan, the receiver frequency may be shifted.
@® IF SHIFT control
Allows
shifting
of
an
interfering
signat
outside
the
filter
pass
band
to
reduce
or
eliminate
the
adjacent
signal
interference.
Normally, set the control to the center (detent)
position.
For details, refer to "IF Shift" on page 43.
Note: The IF SHIFT conirol functions in the SSB and CW
modes, and does not function in the AM and FM modes.

@ RIT button
Toggles
the
Receive
Incremental
Tuning
function.
The
RIT
control
adjusts
the
receiver
frequency
without
affecting
the
transmitter
frequency.
For RIT operation, refer to page 41.
® SCAN button
This button provides three functions:
@ Memory scan start
© Program scan start
® Scan stop
For
Memory
scan,
refer
to
page
37.
For
Program
scan,
refer
to
page
38.
(1) Memory scan start
Press
the
SCAN
button
in
the
Memory
Channel
mode to scan the memory channels.
{2) Program scan start
Press
the
SCAN
button
in
the
VFO
mode,
and
the
transceiver
scans
within
the
range
you
have
preset
and
stored
in
memory
channel
99.
{f
nothing
has
been
preset
in
memory
channel
99,
scan
ascends
from
the
displayed
frequency
and
scans
the
full
receiver range.
(3) Memory or program scan stop
Press
the
SCAN,
CLR
or
microphone
PTT
button
to stop scan.
@® CLR button
The
CLR
button
provides
six
functions,
depending
on
how
you
are
operating:
® Memory or program scan stop
@ Memory Scroll mode exit
@ Memory channel lock-out
® Memory channel clear
® Menu Set-up exit
© Automatic Power Off reset
(1) Memory or program scan stop
Press
the
CLR
button
to
stop
Memory
or
Program
scan.
For
Memary
scan,
refer
to
page
37.
For
Program
scan, refer to page 39.
(2) Memory Scrall mode exit
Press the CLR button to exit the Memory Scroll
mode.
(3) Memory channel lock-out
During Memory scan, loaded channels can be
skipped without erasing their contents. For details,
refer to page 38.
Note:
Press
the
CLR
button
for
more
than
2
seconds
to
erase
the
contents
of
a
memory
channel.
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CONTROLS
AND
CONNECTORS
(4) Memory channel clear
A
memory
channel
which
contains
unwanted
data
can
be
cleared.
Select
the
memory
channel
to
be
cleared
and
press
the
CLR
button
for
more
than
2 seconds.
if you have set Memory Protect 1 or 2 on, you
cannot
clear
memory
channels,
For
details,
refer
to page 35.
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Menu Set-up exit
Press
the
CLR
button
to
exit
from
the
Menu
Set-
up
mode,
and
return
to
the
previous
mode.
For
Menu
Set-up
functions,
refer
to
pages
46
and
47.
(6) Automatic Power Off reset
Press
the
CLR
button
to
reset
the
timer
for
the
Automatic
Power
Off
function
to
0.
{If
you
do
not
operate any of the transceiver’s controls for
approximately
180
minutes,
the
power
is
automatically switched off.)
For details, refer to page 42.
@ M.IN button
This button provides these two functions:
® Memory channel storage
® Memory Scroll mode
(1) Memory channel storage
in
the
VFO
or
Memory
Channel
made,
stores
the
currently displayed data (e.g. frequency,
modulation mode) into a memory channel. For
details, refer to page 31.
(2) Memory Scroll mode
Press the M.1N button to enter the Scroll mode,
and select a memory channel with the UP or
DOWN button.
For details, refer to page 33.
@ M>V button
Transfers the currently displayed memory contents
(frequency, modulation mode, etc.) to the VFO.
For details, refer to “MEMORY TRANSFER” on
page 33.
@ MAN button
Switches the transceiver between the VFO and
Memory Channel modes. In the VFO mode, either
A VFO or VFO B will appear at the display top center,
depending on the last VFO used. When the Memory
Channel mode is selected, M.CH appears at the
display left.
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® ON AIR indicator
Lights when the transceiver is both in the transmit
mode and tuned to a frequency within the transmit
band. If the microphone PTT switch is pressed while
tuned to a frequency outside the transmit band, no
signal can be transmitted. The PTT must be released
first, a frequency tuned within the transmit band, and
the PTT pressed again before transmission is
possible.
@® BUSY indicator
Lights when the squelch is opened, either by the SQL
control or by a received signal.
® F.LOCK button
Locks or unlocks the tuning control and these buttons:
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Press this button momentarily, and "F.LOCK" appears
on the display top right, to indicate that lock is on.
Release lock by again pressing the button.
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@ MHz button
Toggles the function of the UP and DOWN buttons.
The "1 MHz" indicator appears at the top right of the
LCD to indicate status.
Switch the MHz button on:
in the VFO mode, to change the operating frequency
in 1 MHz steps (1 MHz on).
In the Memory Channel mode, to select either from
only loaded memory channels (on), or fram all memory
channels (off). For details, refer to "QUICK MEMORY
CHANNEL SELECT" on page 36.
In the Memory Scroll mode, to select only from empty
memory channels. For details, refer to "QUICK
MEMORY CHANNEL SELECT" on page 36.
@ UP and DOWN buttons
The UP and DOWN buttons have these five functions:
® Amateur sub-band select
@ Frequency up or down in 1 MHz steps
©@ Memory channel select
® Menu setting select
® Start and end frequency recall (when memory
channel 99 is selected)
(1) Amateur sub-band select
In the VFO mode, with the 1 MHz indicator off,
step through the Amateur sub-bands (page 41).
Press the UP button, and the next higher band will
be selected, Select the next lower band by
pressing the DOWN button. Hold down either
bution for rapid change.
(2) Frequency up or down in 1 MHz steps
In the VFO mode, with the 1 MHz indicator on,
step the frequency up or down in 1 MHz steps.
Press the UP button to increase, or the DOWN
button to decrease the frequency. Hold down
either button for rapid change.
Note: The frequency step may be changed from 1 MHz
to 500 kHz. Far details, refer to Menu Set-up (Menu B,
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2 CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS
(3) Memory channel select
in the Memory Channel or Memory Scroll mode,
select a memory channel with the UP or DOWN
button.
Press the UP button to select the next higher
memory channel, or the DOWN button for the next
lower memory channel. Hold dawn either button
for rapid change.
For details, refer to page 33.
(4) Menu setting select
Change the settings of Menu items using the UP
or DOWN button. With each button press, the
transceiver steps through the available selections.
Hold down either button for rapid change.
For details, refer to Menu Set-up on pages 46 and
47.
(5) Start and end frequency recall
In the Memory Channel mode, switch the display
between the program scan start and end
frequencies when memory channel.99 is selected.
For example, to display the scan end frequency,
press the F.LOCK button, then the UP button to
see the end frequency. Then, press the DOWN
button ta switch to the start frequency. For
details, refer to page 38.
® Tuning control
The tuning control provides two functions:
® Frequency change
®@ Menu number select
The turning torque can be adjusted by using the drag
contro! lever located at the bottom of the tuning
control. Move the lever to the left to decrease drag,
or to the right to increase drag.
(1) Frequency change
In the VFO mode, turn the tuning controt to
change the operating frequency.
Fuzzy logic control
The frequency step changes automatically,
depending on how fast the control is turned. At
the slowest turning speed, the minimum step is
§ Hz. The frequency step during rapid tuning can
be up to 200 Hz. In the FM mode, the range is
from 50 Hz to 2 kHz.
(2) Menu number select
in the Menu Set-up mode, choose the menu
number with the tuning control.
For Menu Set-up, refer to pages 46 and 47.
@ A/B button
Pravides three functions, depending upon current
operation:
© A VFO or VFO B select
® Transceiver Partial reset
® Menu A or Menu B select
(For Menu Set-up, refer to pages 46 and 47.)
(1) A VFO or VFO B select
In the VFO mode, select either A or B as the
active VFO. Either A VFO or VFO B appears at
the display top center.
(2) Transceiver Partial reset
If the transceiver will not respond to its controls,
you may restore normal operation with the A/B
button.
With the power supply on, and the transceiver
power off, hold down the A/B button and switch
the transceiver power on,
Note: if the transceiver still does not function properly,
do a full reset using the A=B button. Full reset is
described later.
For details, refer to “MICROPROCESSOR
RESET" on page 45.
@ SPLIT button
Permits use of the inactive (alternate) VFO for the
transmit frequency.
Press this button, and the SPLIT indicator wilt appear
at the display top center to show that the alternate
VFO will be used for the transmit frequency.
With the SPLIT button on, switch the F.LOCK on to
activate the TF-SET function.
For split-frequency and TF-SET function details, refer
to page 30.
@ A=B button
This button provides two functions:
© A=B (equalize)
# Transceiver Full reset
(1) A=B
In the VFO mode, copy the contents of the active
VFO to the inactive (alternate) VFQ.
(2) Transceiver Full reset
All user specified data (memory channels and
Menu items) will be initialized (reset to the factory
defaults).
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With the power supply on, and the transceiver
power off, hald down the A=B button, and switch
the transceiver power on. Refer to
“MICROPROCESSOR RESET" on page 45.
@ SSB/CW button
Switches the transceiver between SSB and CW
modes, with a choice of two setup configurations.
By setting Menu A, No. 04, you can select either two-
step switching (SSB and CW) or three-step switching
(USB, LSB, and CW). Two-step switching is the
default.
For details, refer to Menu Set-up (Menu A, No. 04) on
page 46.
A Two-step switching:
Press the SSB/CW button, and switch between
USB and CW.
B - Three-step switching:
Press the SSB/CW button, and step through USB,
LSB, and CW.
Note: in the Memory Channel mode, if the modulation mode is
changed after selecting a channel, the change is temporary, and
the previous dala in thal channel remains unchanged. However,
if the made is changed with memory channel 99 selected, the
Previous data is overwritien in memory channel 99.
@ FM/AM button
Toggles the transceiver between FM and AM. Switch
to other modulation modes only while in receive mode.
Nate: in the Memory Channel mode, if the modulation mode
is changed after selecting a channel, the change is temporary,
and the previous data in that channel remains unchanged.
However, if the mode is changed with memory channel 99
selected, the previous data is overwritten in memory channel 99.
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FAAS
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@® ALC
Input for an external ALC signal from a linear amplifier.
Requires a standard audio (phono) plug.
@ RELAY
During transmit, used to key a linear amplifier by
providing a switch to ground from a built-in relay.
Requires a standard audio (phono) plug.
@® ANT
Connect to an external antenna, an antenna tuner, or a
dummy load. Use a 50 ohm antenna and feed system
with a PL-259 (M type) coaxial connector.
@ KEY
Connect a key for CW operation. Use a 3.5 mm
diameter plug.
Turn the transceiver power off before inserting the
plug.
The transceiver will momentarily transmit if the key is
inserted with the power on.
® EXT SP
Connect an optional external speaker, using a 3.6 mm
diameter plug. This will disconnect the internal
speaker.
© Power Input DC 13.8 V
Connect to a 13.8 V DC supply to power the
transceiver. Use the supplied DC cable. This
transceiver draws less than 20.5 A at maximum
transmitter output.
@ GND
Connect a heavy gauge wire or copper strap between
the ground terminal and the nearest earth ground. Do
not connect the ground wire to either your house
electrical wiring, or gas or water pipes. A welt
grounded transceiver will reduce the risk of
interference to television or broadcast radio receivers.
It can also reduce receiver noise caused by static
discharges.
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DISPLAY
ML M.SCR PRG SCAN
LSB USB CW-N FMAM TONE
@ MENU
Appears when entering the MENU Set-up mode.
® AIP
Appears when the Advanced Intercept Point function
is selected with the AIP/ATT button.
@ ATT
Appears when the ATTenuator is selected with the
AIP/ATT button.
@ NB
Appears when the Noise Blanker is on.
@ AVFOB
Either A VEO or VEO B appears, depending on which
VFO is selected with the A/B button. "A" appears if
Menu A is selected. "B" appears if Menu B is
selected.
© SPLIT
Appears when the SPLIT frequency function is on,
@ FAST/SLOW
Either FAST or SLOW appears, depending on which
AGC speed is selected, (No indicator appears in the
FM mode.)
F.LOCK
Appears when the Fraquency LOCK function is on.
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@ 1MHz
Appears when the MHz function is on. Also appears
in the Memory Channel mode when selecting from
only programmed channels, or the Memory Scroll
mode when choosing empty memory channels,
@ M.CH
Appears after switching to the Memory CHannel mode
using the M/V button or Memory Scroll made using the
N.IN button.
@ Memory channel display
Displays the selected memory channel number.
@ Dot
Appears when memory channels are locked-out.
Refer to Memory Channel Lock-out, on page 38.
® Digital frequency display
Displays the operating frequency and menu selections.
® RIT
Appears when Receiver Incremental Tuning is on.
® Digital RIT display
Displays the amount of frequency shift with the RIT
on, the scan speed value during scan, or the one and
ten Hertz frequency digits when using the MC-47.

@ Meter
Appears as the Peak Hold S meter (S1 to 60 dB)
during reception, and as the Peak Hold RF meter (to
10) during transmission. The peak hold characteristic
can be disabled by menu selection if required.
The RF meter also can deflect times four (4X) when
low power is selected. For details, refer to "Menu
Set-up" (Menu A, No. 14 and Menu B, No. 55) on
pages 46 and 47.
@® BUSY
Appears when the squelch is opened, either by the
SQL control or by a received signal.
@® M/L
Appears when Medium or Low transmitter output
power is selected using the Menu Set-up. No
designator indicates full power.
® M.SCR/PRG/SCAN
Appears when the M.IN button is pressed to activate
the Memory SCRoll function. PRG appears after
selecting memory channel 99. PRG and SCAN both
appear during program scan. SCAN appears during
memory scan.
@ -N
Appears when an optional Narrow filter is selected
using the Menu Set-up. For details, refer to "IF Filter"
on page 43.
@ LSB/USB/CW/FM/AM
A modulation mode appears depending upon which
you select using the SSB/CW or FM/AM button.
@ TONE
Appears when either the burst, or continuous
subaudible TONE is on. Both the FM mode and
SPLIT transmit/receive operation must be selected to
use the tone encoder.
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