INSTRUCTION MANUAL CL HF/50MHz ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER TS-480 XIT PF ANT RIT 1/2 ATT/PR E AT AF SQL 1 REC 2 REC 3 REC CH1 CH2 CH3 4 TX MONI 5 RF.G 7 8 KEY NR VOX 0 OFF MTR AGC FIL QMI MODE M VFO F.LOCK QMR BC CW.T A/B STEP SG.SEL SPLIT FINE SCAN PROC ENT TF-SET MULTI IF SHIFT M/V MENU 9 NB/T CLR NAR 6 DELAY MIC PWR M.
NOTICE TO THE USER BEFORE STARTING One or more of the following statements may be applicable for this equipment. Amateur radio regulations vary from country to country. Confirm your local amateur radio regulations and requirements before operating the transceiver. 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.
THANK YOU THANK YOU SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES Thank you for choosing this KENWOOD TS-480HX/ SAT transceiver. It has been developed by a team of engineers determined to continue the tradition of excellence and innovation in KENWOOD transceivers. After carefully unpacking the transceiver, identify the items listed in the table below. We recommend you keep the box and packing materials in case you need to repack the transceiver in the future.
THANK YOU MODELS COVERED BY THIS MANUAL The models listed below are covered by this manual.
PRECAUTIONS Please observe the following precautions to prevent fire, personal injury, and transceiver damage: • Connect the transceiver only to a power source described in this manual or as marked on the transceiver itself. • Route all power cables safely. Ensure the power cables can neither be stepped upon nor pinched by items placed near or against the cables. Pay particular attention to locations near AC receptacles, AC outlet strips, and points of entry to the transceiver.
CONTENTS NOTICE TO USER BEFORE STARTING THANK YOU ............................................................. i FEATURES ............................................................... i SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ..................................... i MODELS COVERED BY THIS MANUAL ................. ii MARKET CODES .................................................... ii WRITING CONVENTIONS FOLLOWED ................. ii PRECAUTIONS ....................................................... iii CONTENTS ...........
CONTENTS TX Filter Bandwidth (SSB/ AM) ..................... 38 TX Equalizer (SSB/ FM/ AM) ......................... 38 TRANSMIT INHIBIT ........................................... 38 BUSY LOCKOUT .............................................. 38 CHANGING FREQUENCY WHILE TRANSMITTING ................................................ 38 CW BREAK-IN ....................................................... 39 USING SEMI BREAK-IN OR FULL BREAK-IN ................................................
CONTENTS TIME-OUT TIMER ................................................. 65 TRANSVERTER .................................................... 65 FREQUENCY DISPLAY .................................... 65 TRANSMISSION OUTPUT POWER .................. 65 TX MONITOR ........................................................ 65 TX POWER ........................................................... 65 TX TUNE ............................................................... 66 QUICK DATA TRANSFER .......................
INSTALLATION MOBILE INSTALLATION When you use this transceiver for mobile operation, do not attempt to perform any kind of configuration or menu setup configuration while driving your car; it is simply too dangeous. Stop the car and then perform transceiver configuration. In addition, do not wear headphones while driving. You should install the transceiver in a safe and convenient position inside your vehicle so as not to subject yourself to danger while driving.
1 INSTALLATION 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! The current rating of the cigarette lighter socket is too small to operate the transceiver. Ensure to use a 12 V vehicle battery which has sufficient current capacity. If the current is insufficient, the display may darken during transmission or the trasceiver may work intermittiently.
1 INSTALLATION FIXED STATION INSTALLATION When you use the transceiver at a fixed location, the transceiver requires 13.8 V DC power supply (The TS-480HX requires 2 DC power supplies). REMOTE CONTROL PANEL INSTALLATION 1 Attach the oval-shaped base to the front panel mounting bracket using two SEMS screws (M4 x 10 mm) as shown below. 2 Slide the Remote Control panel along the mounting bracket rails until secure.
1 INSTALLATION ANTENNA CONNECTION An antenna system consists of an antenna, feed line, and ground. The transceiver can give excellent results if the antenna system and its installation are given careful attention. Use a properly adjusted 50 Ω antenna of good quality, a high-quality 50 Ω coaxial cable, and first-quality connectors. All connections must be clean and tight. After making the connections, match the impedance of the coaxial cable and antenna so that the SWR is 1.5:1 or less.
1 INSTALLATION PORTABLE BRACKET (E-TYPE ONLY) Using the supplied Portable Bracket, you can carry the Remote Control panel and TX/ RX unit together. Two TX/ RX unit positions are available. If you do not use the EXT.SP, REMOTE and DATA connectors, place the TX/ RX unit in front position. If you use the EXT.SP, REMOTE or DATA connector, place the TX/ RX unit to the back position. You can also attach the handle as shown if necessary.
1 INSTALLATION PANEL AND MICROPHONE CONNECTION Plug the microphone plug to the MIC jack (8-wire/ RJ45), then connect the Remote Control panel to the TX/ RX unit with the supplied cable (2 m/ 6-wire/ RJ11). Microphone EXT.SP DATA REMOTE MIC To MIC PANEL COM PADD m 3c LE KEY To PANEL Line filter PANEL AND MICROPHONE CONNECTION USING PG-4Z (OPTION) Use the cables and connectors to connect the Remote Control panel and TX/ RX unit with the PG-4Z cable kit as shown below.
1 INSTALLATION ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS TX/ RX UNIT ■ Microphone (MIC) Connect a microphone having an impedance between 250 and 600 Ω. As for the supplied microphone, fully insert the modular connector into the MIC jack until the locking tab clicks. You can still utilize 8-pin metal type plug microphones, such as MC-43S, MC-47, and MC-60A with the optional MJ-88 adaptor (optional) if necessary. However, do not use the MC-44, MC-44DM, MC-45, MC-45E, MC-45DM, MC-45DME, or MC-53DM condensor-type microphones.
YOUR FIRST QSO RECEPTION w CL HF/50MHz ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER TS-480 XIT PF ANT RIT 1/2 t ATT/PR E r AT AF SQL 1 REC 2 REC 3 REC CH1 CH2 CH3 4 TX MONI 5 RF.G 7 8 NB/T qu KEY CLR 0 OFF MTR AGC FIL PROC ENT BC TF-SET QMI M VFO F.LOCK QMR MULTI IF SHIFT M/V MENU 9 VOX NR MODE NAR 6 DELAY MIC PWR M.IN DNL CW.T A/B STEP SG.
2 YOUR FIRST QSO TRANSMISSION ti CL HF/50MHz ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER TS-480 XIT PF ANT RIT 1/2 ATT/PR E we AT AF SQL 1 REC 2 REC CH1 CH2 4 TX MONI 5 RF.G 8 NB/T KEY 9 VOX CLR 0 OFF MTR AGC M.IN CH3 DNL PROC NR FIL BC STEP ENT ro FINE QMI MODE NAR 6 DELAY MIC PWR 7 3 REC M VFO F.LOCK QMR MENU M/V TF-SET MULTI IF SHIFT A/B CW.T SPLIT SG.SEL A=B MHz SCAN t q Turn the Tuning control to tune in a desired station or to select an unused frequency.
GETTING ACQUAINTED REMOTE CONTROL PANEL i o !0 q u CL HF/50MHz ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER TS-480 XIT w e r PF ANT RIT 1/2 ATT/PR E AT 1 REC 2 REC CH1 CH2 AF 4 TX MONI 5 RF.G SQL 7 8 NB/T M.IN CH3 DNL KEY NR 9 VOX CLR 0 OFF MTR AGC NAR 6 DELAY MIC PWR t 3 REC FIL BC PROC STEP ENT FINE M VFO F.LOCK QMR MENU M/V MULTI IF SHIFT A/B CW.T SPLIT SG.
3 GETTING ACQUAINTED !9 @0 @1 @2 @3 CL HF/50MHz ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER TS-480 XIT PF ANT RIT 1/2 ATT/PR E AT AF SQL 1 REC 2 REC CH1 CH2 4 TX MONI 5 RF.G 8 NB/T KEY 9 VOX CLR 0 OFF MTR AGC M.IN CH3 DNL NAR 6 DELAY MIC PWR 7 3 REC PROC NR FIL BC STEP ENT FINE !4 !5 !6 !7 M VFO F.LOCK QMR MENU M/V MULTI IF SHIFT A/B CW.T SPLIT SG.SEL SCAN TF-SET QMI MODE A=B MHz !8 @4 @5 @6 @7 @8 !4 MTR/ CLR key @2 BC/ CW.
3 GETTING ACQUAINTED #8 #7 #6 CL HF/50MHz ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER TS-480 #9 XIT PF ANT RIT 1/2 ATT/PR #5 E AT AF SQL 1 REC 2 REC 3 REC CH1 CH2 CH3 4 TX MONI 5 RF.G 7 8 NB/T KEY 9 VOX CLR 0 OFF MTR AGC DNL NAR 6 DELAY MIC PWR M.IN PROC NR FIL BC STEP ENT FINE QMI MODE M VFO F.LOCK QMR MENU M/V MULTI IF SHIFT A/B CW.T #4 SPLIT SG.SEL SCAN TF-SET A=B MHz @9 #0 #1 #2 #3 @9 QMI/ M.IN key #6 CL key Press to store data to the Quick Memory.
3 GETTING ACQUAINTED LCD DISPLAY q w e r t y u i o !0 !1 !2 !3 !4 !5 !6 !7 !8!9 q METER !0 While receiving, serves as an S-meter to measure and display the received signal strength. While transmitting, serves as a power meter plus an ALC meter, an SWR meter, or a Speech Processor compression meter. The Peak Hold function holds each reading for approximately half a second. Appears while the Constant Recording function is working {page 69}.
3 GETTING ACQUAINTED #7 #6 #5 #4 @0@1@2 @3@4 @5 @6 @7 @8 @9 #0 #1#2#3 @0 RtEQsT @9 “RtEQ” appears when the RX Equalizer function is ON {page 64}. “EQsT” appears when the TX Equalizer function is ON {page 38}. The transceiver operating frequency display. In Menu mode, it displays the parameters. @1 1tBCs2 #0 “1tBC” or “BCs2” appears, as you select the DSP Beat Cancel 1 or Beat Cancel 2 {page 47}.
3 GETTING ACQUAINTED TX/ RX UNIT i q w e EXT.SP MIC PADDLE PANEL r DATA t y REMOTE COM KEY u q MIC connector Connect a cable from the supplied microphone to this connector {page 6}. w PANEL connector Connect a cable from the Remote Control panel to this connector {page 6}. e EXT.SP jack Mate with a 3.5 mm (1/8"), 2-conductor (mono) plug for connecting an external speaker {page 7}.
3 GETTING ACQUAINTED ANT 2 ANT 1 q e r w t q ANT 1 and ANT 2 connectors Connect your primary HF/ 50 MHz antenna to ANT 1 connector. If you are using 2 antennas for the HF/ 50 MHz band, connect the secondary antenna to the ANT 2 connector. w GND post Connect a heavy gauge wire or copper strap between the ground post and the nearest earth ground or vehicle body {pages 2, 4}. e Cooling Fans The TS-480SAT is equipped with 1 cooling fan. The TS-480HX is equipped with 2 cooling fans.
3 GETTING ACQUAINTED REMOTE CONTROL PANEL (REAR) q q Speaker When the headphones are connected, the speaker mutes. If you wish to use a commercially available 3rd party angle or mount, there are 4 screw holes available on the rear of the Remote Control panel so that you can mount it to the angle or mount. Use 3 mm x 8 mm tapping screws to mount the panel securely to the angle or mount. (The tapping screws are not supplied).
OPERATING BASICS SWITCHING POWER ON/ OFF RF (RADIO FREQUENCY) GAIN 1 Switch the DC power supply(s) ON if you are using a DC power supply(s). The RF gain is normally configured to the maximum level regardless of the operating modes. The transceiver has been configured to the maximum level at the factory. However, you may decrease the RF gain slightly when you have trouble hearing the desired signal because of excessive atmospheric noise or interference from other stations.
4 OPERATING BASICS SELECTING A BAND ADJUSTING SQUELCH Press [ ]/ [ ] to select your desired band. • Holding down either key changes the bands continuously. The purpose of the Squelch is to mute the speaker when no signals are present. With the squelch level correctly set, you will hear sound only while actually receiving signals. The higher the selected squelch level, the stronger the signals must be to receive. The appropriate squelch level depends on the ambient RF noise conditions.
4 OPERATING BASICS MULTI-FUNCTION METER TRANSMITTING The multi-function meter measures the parameters in the table below. The S-meter scale appears when the transceiver is in reception mode, and the PWR meter appears when it is in transmission mode. Each time you press [MTR/ CLR], it cycles between the ALC, SWR, and COMP meters. Peak readings for the S-meter, ALC, SWR, COMP, and PWR functions are held momentarily.
4 OPERATING BASICS MICROPHONE GAIN The microphone gain must be adjusted when SSB or AM mode is selected without using the speech processor {pages 27, 28}. 1 Press [MIC/ 5/ RF.G]. • The current microphone gain level appears. The range is from 0 to 100 with a default of 50. CL HF/50MHz ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER TS-480 XIT PF ANT RIT 1/2 ATT/PRE 1 REC AT AF 2 REC CH1 SQL 8 KEY DNL NR CLR 0 OFF MTR AGC NAR MODE BC ENT QMR CW.T STEP SG.
MENU SETUP WHAT IS A MENU? QUICK 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 timings, settings, and programming functions on this transceiver to meet your needs without using many controls and switches.
5 MENU SETUP MENU CONFIGURATION Group Operator Interface Tuning Control Memory Channel Scan Operation Monitor Sound IF Filter Menu No. Function Selections Default Ref.
5 MENU SETUP Group Menu No. Function Selections Default Ref. Page oFF/ Hb1/ Hb2/ FP/ bb1/ bb2/ c/ U oFF 38 2.0/ 2.4 kHz 2.
5 MENU SETUP Group Menu No. Function Selections Default Ref.
5 MENU SETUP ALPHABETICAL FUNCTION LIST Function 9 kHz frequency step size for the MULTI control in AM mode on the AM broadcast band AF input level for Data communications AF output level for Data communications APO (Auto Power Off) function Auto CW TX in SSB mode Auto Mode operation Beep output level Bug key function Busy lockout (TX) COM port communication speed Constant recording Control method for the external AT CW keying dot, dash weight ratio CW RX pitch/ TX sidetone frequency Display brightness DSP
BASIC COMMUNICATIONS SSB TRANSMISSION FM TRANSMISSION SSB is the most commonly-used mode on the HF Amateur radio bands. Compared with other voice modes, SSB requires only a narrow bandwidth for communications. SSB also allows long distance communications with minimum transmission power. FM is a common mode for communicating on VHF or UHF frequencies. As for HF and the 6 m band, 29 MHz and 51-54 MHz bands are commonly used for FM operation.
6 BASIC COMMUNICATIONS AM TRANSMISSION NARROW BANDWIDTH FOR FM Each mode used on the HF Amateur bands has its own advantages. Although long distance DX contacts may be less common while using AM, the superior audio quality characteristic of AM operation is one reason why some hams prefer this mode. Select wide band or narrow band TX deviation depending on whether the other station is using wide band or narrow band filter for FM mode.
6 BASIC COMMUNICATIONS CW TRANSMISSION AUTO ZERO-BEAT CW operators know that this mode is very reliable when communicating under worst conditions. It may be true that newer digital modes rival CW as being equally as useful in poor conditions. These modes, however, do not have the long history of service nor the simplicity that CW provides. Use Auto Zero-beat before transmitting to tune in a CW station.
ENHANCED COMMUNICATIONS SPLIT-FREQUENCY OPERATION TF-SET (TRANSMISSION FREQUENCY SET) Usually you can communicate with other stations using a single frequency for receiving and transmitting. In this case, you select only one frequency on either VFO A or VFO B. However, there are cases where you must select one frequency for receiving and a different frequency for transmitting. This requires the use of 2 VFOs. This is referred to as “split-frequency operation”.
7 ENHANCED COMMUNICATIONS 1 Press [A/B / M/V] to select VFO A or VFO B. FM REPEATER OPERATION Most Amateur radio voice repeaters use a separate reception and transmission frequency. The transmission frequency may be higher or lower than the reception frequency. In addition, some repeaters may require the transceiver to transmit a subtone before the repeater can be used. Compared to simplex communication, you can usually transmit over much greater distances by using a repeater.
7 ENHANCED COMMUNICATIONS TRANSMITTING A TONE In general, FM repeaters require the transceiver to transmit a sub-audible tone to prevent other repeaters on the same frequency from locking each other up. The required tone frequency differs among repeaters. Repeaters also differ in their requirements for either continuous or burst tones. For the appropriate selections for your accessible repeaters, consult your local repeater reference. No. Freq. (Hz) No. Freq. (Hz) No. Freq. (Hz) No. Freq.
7 ENHANCED COMMUNICATIONS FM CTCSS OPERATION You may sometimes want to hear calls only from specific persons. When using FM mode, the Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System (CTCSS) allows you to ignore (not hear) unwanted calls from other persons who are using the same frequency. A CTCSS tone is sub-audible and is selectable from among the 42 tone frequencies. Select the same CTCSS tone as the other stations in your group. You will not hear calls from stations other than those using the same CTCSS tone. No.
COMMUNICATING AIDS RECEPTION SELECTING YOUR FREQUENCY In addition to turning the Tuning control or pressing Mic [UP]/ [DWN], there are several other ways to select your frequency. This section describes additional methods of frequency selection that may save you time and effort. ■ Direct Frequency Entry When the desired frequency is far removed from the current frequency, directly entering a frequency from the numeric keypad is usually the fastest method. 1 Press [ENT]. • “ - - . - - - . - - ” appears.
8 COMMUNICATING AIDS ■ Fine Tuning The default frequency step size when turning the Tuning control to change the frequency is 10 Hz for SSB, CW, and FSK modes, and 100 Hz for FM and AM modes. However, you can change the frequency step size to 1 Hz for SSB, CW, and FSK modes, and 10 Hz for FM and AM modes. step size becomes 1 Hz. RIT works equally well with all modulation modes and while using VFO or Memory Recall mode. 1 Press [RIT]. • “RIT” and the RIT offset appear. 1 Press [FINE/ STEP].
8 COMMUNICATING AIDS TRANSMISSION VOX (VOICE-OPERATED TRANSMIT) VOX eliminates the necessity of manually switching to the transmission mode each time you want to transmit. The transceiver automatically switches to transmission mode when the VOX circuitry senses that you have begun speaking into the microphone. When using VOX, develop the habit of pausing between thoughts to allow the transceiver to drop back to reception mode briefly.
8 COMMUNICATING AIDS SPEECH PROCESSOR XIT (TRANSMIT INCREMENTAL TUNING) The Speech Processor levels out large fluctuations in your voice while you speak. When using SSB, FM, or AM mode, this leveling action effectively raises the average TX power, resulting in a more understandable signal. The amount of voice compression is fully adjustable. You will notice that using the Speech Processor makes it easier to be heard by distant stations.
8 COMMUNICATING AIDS CUSTOMIZING TRANSMISSION SIGNAL CHARACTERISTICS Frequency Response Curves Amplitude The quality of your transmission signal is important, regardless of which on-air activity you pursue. However, it is easy to be casual and overlook this fact since you don’t listen to your own signal. The following sub-sections provide information that will help you tailor your transmission signal.
8 COMMUNICATING AIDS CW BREAK-IN CHANGING KEYING SPEED Break-in allows you to transmit CW without manually switching between transmission and reception modes. Two types of Break-ins are available: Semi Break-in and Full Break-in. The keying speed of the electronic keyer is fully adjustable. Selecting the appropriate speed is important in order to send error-free CW that other operators can copy solidly. Selecting a speed that is beyond your keying ability will only result in mistakes.
8 COMMUNICATING AIDS BUG KEY FUNCTION The built-in electronic keyer also can be used as a semi-automatic key. Semi-automatic keys are also known as “Bugs”. When this function is ON, dots are generated in the normal manner by the electronic keyer. Dashes, however, are manually generated by the operator by holding the keyer paddle closed for the appropriate length of time. To switch this function ON, access Menu No. 37 and select “on”. The default is OFF.
8 COMMUNICATING AIDS ■ Changing the Inter-message Interval Time AUTO CW TX IN SSB MODE For the message playback repeat, access Menu No. 31 and select “on”. You can also change the interval playback time of the message. Access Menu No. 32 and select the time in the range of 0 to 60 seconds in steps of 1 second.
SPECIALIZED COMMUNICATIONS RADIO TELETYPE (RTTY) RTTY is the data communications mode with the longest history. It was originally designed for use with mechanical teletypewriters which were often used before personal computers became common. Now you can easily start operating RTTY with a personal computer and MCP. Unlike Packet, each time you type a letter, it is transmitted over the air. What you typed is transmitted and displayed on the computer screen of the recipient.
9 SPECIALIZED COMMUNICATIONS AMTOR/ PacTOR/ CLOVER/ G-TOR/ PSK31 PACKET RADIO Besides RTTY, digital modes which have been used among hams include AMTOR, PacTOR, CLOVER, GTOR, and PSK31. For details, consult reference books about the digital mode communications of amateur radio. Packet is a unit of data transmitted as a whole from one computer to another, on a network. Packets can be transmitted on radio waves as well as on communications lines.
9 SPECIALIZED COMMUNICATIONS SLOW SCAN TV/ FACSIMILE Slow-scan Television (SSTV) is a popular application for transmitting still images over the air, from one station to another. Instead of trying to describe your station, simply showing it is much faster. Transmitting images over the air requires a scan converter, besides a transceiver. A scan converter transforms images taken with a video camera into audio signals that can be fed into your transceiver.
REJECTING INTERFERENCE IF FILTER The IF filters are designed for selecting the exact range of intermediate frequencies that are sent to the next stage in the receive circuit. Interference adjacent to the desired signal can be reduced by selecting a narrow bandwidth filter and/ or shifting the center frequency of the filter. To more effectively remove interference, combine the IF filtering and the DSP filtering (AF) described on pages 46 and 47.
10 REJECTING INTERFERENCE DSP FILTERS Adjust KENWOOD digital signal processing (DSP) technology is adapted to this transceiver. Using DSP filtering (AF), you can control the bandwidth, cancel the multiple jamming beat, and reduce the noise level using DSP filtering technology. HI ■ SSB/ FM/ AM 1 Press [MODE] to select SSB, FM, or AM mode. 2 Press [FIL/ NAR].
10 REJECTING INTERFERENCE BEAT CANCEL (SSB/ FM/ AM) NOISE BLANKER Two types of Beat Cancel DSP filters are available. Beat Cancel 1 (BC1) is effective for removing a weak beat or continuous beat signals. Beat Cancel 2 (BC2) is effective for removing intermittent beat signals, such as CW signals. Noise Blanker was designed to reduce pulse noise such as that generated by automobile ignitions. Noise Blanker does not function in FM mode.
10 REJECTING INTERFERENCE DSP FILTER FOR DATA COMMUNICATION (SSB/ FM) The DSP filter for Data Communication is designed to improve the reception tone readability, especially for PSK31 and other new digital modes. 1 Press [MENU/ F.LOCK] and turn the MULTI control to select Menu No. 45. 2 Press [ OFF).
10 REJECTING INTERFERENCE PRE-AMPLIFIER CW REVERSE (RECEPTION) Switching the pre-amplifier OFF may help reduce interference from adjacent frequencies. This function pivots the BFO from the default position (USB) to another position (LSB) in CW mode. It is sometimes effective to remove the interfering signals from the IF passband by pivoting the BFO. Press [ATT/PRE/ ANT1/2] to cycle through “ATT” / “PRE” / “ ” (OFF) then return to “ATT”. Select “PRE” to turn the pre-amplifier ON.
MEMORY FEATURES MEMORY CHANNELS STORING DATA IN MEMORY The transceiver provides you with 100 memory channels, numbered 00 to 99, for storing operating frequency data, modes and other information. Memory channels 00 to 89 are called Conventional Memory Channels. Memory channels 90 to 99 are designed for programming VFO tuning ranges and scan ranges. The data you can store is listed below.
11 MEMORY FEATURES ■ Split-Frequency Channels MEMORY RECALL AND SCROLL 1 Press [A/B / M/V] to select VFO A or VFO B. • “tA” or “tB” appears to show which VFO is selected. There are 2 modes which allow you to retrieve frequencies and associated data that you stored in a memory channel: Memory Recall and Memory Scroll. 2 Select the frequency, mode, etc. to be stored. • This frequency and mode will be used for transmitting.
11 MEMORY FEATURES ■ Memory Scroll 1 Press [QMI/ M.IN] (1 s) to enter Memory Scroll mode. • The memory channel that was last selected appears. MEMORY TRANSFER ■ Memory \ VFO Transfer After retrieving frequencies and associated data from Memory Recall mode, you can copy the data to the VFO. This function is useful, for example, when the frequency you want to monitor is near the frequency stored in a memory channel. 1 Recall the desired memory channel {page 51}.
11 MEMORY FEATURES Channel 00 ~ 89 a Channel 90 ~ 99 RX frequency a TX frequency a TX/ RX frequency (simplex) Mode for RX a Mode for TX a RX frequency step a TX frequency step a TX/ RX frequency step (simplex) Tone frequency a Tone frequency CTCSS frequency Tone/ CTCSS ON/ OFF status Memory Name Memory Channel Lockout ON/ OFF a CTCSS frequency Tone/ CTCSS ON/ OFF status Memory Name Memory Channel Lockout OFF Channel 90 ~ 99 TX/ RX frequency Mode for TX/ RX a a a Mode for TX/ RX (sim
11 MEMORY FEATURES ■ Programmable VFO Using the start and end frequencies that you stored in channels 90 to 99, Programmable VFO restricts the frequency range that you can tune with the Tuning control. One application of this function is to help you operate within the authorized frequency limits of your license. 1 Press [A/B / M/V] (1 s) to enter Memory Recall mode. 2 Turn the MULTI control, or press Mic [UP]/ [DWN] to select a memory channel from 90 to 99.
11 MEMORY FEATURES • QUICK MEMORY Quick Memory is designed to quickly and temporarily save data without specifying a particular memory channel. Use Quick Memory to store data you will not use in future operating sessions. For example, as you tune across the band looking for DX, it is convenient to store stations that you want to contact. You can quickly jump between several different memory channels as you monitor them.
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. 1 Press [SCAN/ SG.SEL] (1 s) in VFO mode. • “VGROUP -- n” (where n represents a VGROUP number from 0 to 9) appears on the sub-display. This transceiver provides the following types of scans. 2 Turn the MULTI control to select the Program Scan memory (VGROUP–0 to VGROUP–9).
12 SCAN VGROUP–9). As you select the Memory Channel, “on” or “oFF” appears on the main frequency display. “on” signifies that the memory channel is active for the Program Scan and “oFF” signifies that the memory channel group is inactive for the Program Scan. 4 To activate the Program Scan frequency range, select the desired VGROUP number by turning the MULTI control. Then, press [ ] to select “on” for the VGROUP (channel). When a channel is activated for the Program Scan, “on” appears on the display.
12 SCAN MEMORY SCAN ALL-CHANNEL 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). Use the following procedure to scan all the memory channels that contain frequency data in sequence, ignoring the Memory Group number. Scan automatically stops at a channel where a signal is present, regardless of the operating mode.
12 SCAN GROUP SCAN ■ Performing Group Scan 100 memory channels are divided into 10 groups so that you can select one or more groups to be scanned, depending on the situation. Group Scan starts with the smallest group number and repeats the sequence. For example, if you selected “on” for MGROUP–3, MGROUP–5, and MGROUP–7, the transceiver scans the channels in MGROUP–3 / MGROUP–5 / MGROUP–7 / MGROUP–3 and so on.
OPERATOR CONVENIENCES ANTENNAS Two antenna connectors are available for the HF/ 50 MHz band on the TX/ RX unit rear panel {page 16}. Press [ATT/PRE/ ANT1/2] (1 s) to select ANT 1 or ANT 2. • “1tANT” or “ANTs2” appears to indicate which antenna is selected. The ANT 1/ ANT 2 setting will automatically be stored in the antenna band memory. Next time you select the same band, the same antenna will be automatically selected. Antenna Selection Frequency Range (MHz) 0.03 ~ 2.5 2.5 ~ 4.1 4.1 ~ 6.9 6.9 ~ 7.5 7.
13 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES ■ Presetting After each successful tuning session, the AT Preset memory function stores the position of the tuning capacitor in the memory. The position of the capacitor is stored for each of the antenna tuner bands (see the following table) and for each antenna connector (ANT 1 and ANT 2). Press [AT] momentarily. • “ATsT” will appear, showing that the antenna tuner is in-line (not bypassed).
13 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES The table below is an example of how to add the frequency border of 1.62 MHz/ AM into memory. With this set up, the transceiver selects AM mode below 1.62 MHz, LSB mode from 1.62 MHz to 9.5 MHz and USB mode from 9.5 MHz to 60.0 MHz. Channel No. Data 1.62 MHz AM 9.5 MHz LSB 9.5 MHz LSB 9.5 MHz LSB • • 9.5 MHz LSB 0 1 2 3 • • 31 Operating mode 0.03 MHz ≤ AM < 1.62 MHz 1.62 MHz ≤ LSB < 9.5 MHz 9.5 MHz ≤ USB < 60.
13 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES DISPLAY LOCK FUNCTIONS BRIGHTNESS FREQUENCY LOCK FUNCTION The brightness of the LCD display can be selected from OFF, and 1 to 4 by accessing Menu No. 00. Frequency Lock disables some keys and controls to prevent you from accidentally activating a function or changing the current settings. 1 Press [MENU/ F.LOCK], then turn the MULTI control to access Menu No. 00. 2 Press [ ]/ [ ] to select “oFF”, “1”, “2”, “3”, or “4”. 3 Press [MENU/ F.
13 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES MICROPHONE PF KEYS RX DSP EQUALIZER When using the optional MC-47 microphone with the MJ-88 plug adaptor, you can customize the functions of the Microphone PF1 (CALL), PF2 (VFO), PF3 (MR), and PF4 (PF) keys. You can assign the following types of functions to these keys via Menu Nos. 49 ~ 52: • Directly select a Menu No. without pressing [MENU/ F.LOCK] and turning the MULTI control. • Activate the same function as one of the Remote Control panel keys.
13 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES TIME-OUT TIMER TX MONITOR The Time-out Timer limits the time of each transmission. It is also useful to prevent a long accidental transmission. TX monitor allows you to monitor the on-going transmission sound. This is convenient when you want to check the modulation sound quality of the transmission. In FSK mode, you can monitor the FSK signal that the transceiver is transmitting. 1 Press [MENU/ F.LOCK], then turn the MULTI control to access Menu No. 22.
13 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES TX TUNE QUICK DATA TRANSFER The TX Tune function allows you to adjust the antenna length, or tune the linear amplifier while transmitting a continuous CW signal. This transceiver has the capability to quickly and conveniently transfer the reception frequency and mode to another compatible transceiver.
13 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES 1 Switch ON the Transfer function of each transceiver. • On the TS-480HX/ SAT, access Menu No. 53 and select “on”. For the compatible transceiver, refer to the instruction manual that came with the transceiver. 2 On the Slave, access Menu No. 54 and select either “oFF” (QUICK MEMO channel 0) or “on” (the VFO). • The default is OFF (QUICK MEMO). 3 On the Master, perform the appropriate operation to send data.
13 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES CONTROLLING THE TS-480 FROM PC If a PC and the TS-480HX/ SAT are connected using a serial cable {page 76}, you can remotely control the functions of the TS-480 from a PC. Download the free ARCP-480 software from the following URL. http://www.kenwood.com/i/products/info/amateur.html The detailed remote controlling instructions are available in accompanied documents and help file.
13 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES 5 To play back another message in sequence, press the corresponding key ([CH1/ 1/ REC], [CH2/ 2/ REC], or [CH3/ 3/ REC]) while the first message is being played. • Up to 3 channels can be queued. MESSAGE PLAYBACK You can play back the message in channel 1, 2, or 3 to check or to send. It is also possible to make a longer message by consecutively playing back the messages of more than one channel, linking them together.
13 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES VOICE GUIDE 2 When the optional VGS-1 is installed, each time you change the transceiver mode such as VFO A/ B or Memory Recall, the transceiver automatically announces the new mode. In addition, you can program the Remote Control panel [PF] key so that pressing it makes the transceiver announce the displayed information. If you have the optional MC-47 microphone with MJ-88 plug adaptor, you can program one of the Mic [PF] keys for this function as well.
13 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES ■ Voice Guide Announcement Volume CROSSBAND REPTEATER Turning the AF control does not change the volume for the Voice Guide announcement volume. To change the announcement volume , access Menu No. 15 to select the volume level from “1” to “7” or “oFF”. If you have a TM-D700 transceiver and another VHF or UHF transceiver, you can set up the TS-480 transceiver and TM-D700 transceiver as a crossband repeater.
13 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES DX PACKETCLUSTER TUNE If you have the TM-D700 transceiver, you can connect the TM-D700 to the TS-480HX/ SAT transceiver to use the DX PacketCluster Tune function. Connect the 2 transceivers with a crosswired DB-9 cable as shown on page 79. 1 Press [MENU/ F.LOCK] and turn MULTI control to select Menu No. 56 on the TS-480 transceiver. 2 Press [ ]/ [ ] to select the same communication baud rate that the TM-D700 transceiver is configured.
13 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES SKY COMMAND II (K-TYPE ONLY) Starting Sky Command II operation: The Sky Command II allows you to remotely control the TS-480HX/ SAT transceiver from a separate location. After you have completed the following setups, you can start Sky Command II operation. Without programming these parameters, you cannot perform Sky Command II operation.
13 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES Mic Key Power OFF 2 HF frequency receive ON/ OFF 3 Modulation mode switch 4 RIT ON/ OFF 5 XIT ON/ OFF 6 RIT offset or XIT offset clear 7 Split-frequency ON/ OFF 8 B Transfer from Memory to VFO In VFO mode: VFO A/ VFO B switch In Memory Recall mode: No change Current settings retrieve (from HF transceiver) VFO/ Memory Recall mode switch C XIT/ RIT offset frequency increase D XIT/ RIT offset frequency decrease In LSB, USB, or CW mode: 10 Hz/ 1 kHz switch In FM or AM
13 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES Note: To switch the HF transceiver OFF Press [POWER]. To transmit audio on an HF frequency Press and hold the PTT switch, then speak into the microphone. To receive audio on an HF frequency Press [RX]. ◆ On the Transporter, only [LAMP], [MONI], and [MENU] will function. Pressing any other key will simply cause the Transporter to generate an error beep. ◆ After pressing [MENU], you can access only Menu 4–4.
CONNECTING PERIPHERAL EQUIPMENT COMPUTER The COM connector allows you to directly connect a computer or dumb terminal by using a straight-wired cable, having a DB-9 female connector at each end. No external hardware interface is required between your computer and the transceiver. To COM port EXT.
14 CONNECTING PERIPHERAL EQUIPMENT RTTY OPERATION Use the REMOTE and DATA connectors to interface with your MCP. If your MCP supports RTTY keying output, connect the output to pin 8 of the REMOTE connector. Connect the demodulation input line of the MCP to pin 5 of the DATA connector {page 78}. Also, connect the transmission control line of the MCP to pin 3 of the REMOTE terminal. Select “FSK” or ”FSR” when you operate the RTTY mode.
14 CONNECTING PERIPHERAL EQUIPMENT ANTENNA TUNER Use the ANT 1 and AT connectors to connect an AT-300 external antenna tuner. If you connect the external antenna tuner to the ANT 2 connector, it will not function. Note: When the AT-300 is used with the TS-480HX transceiver, the TX output power is automatically reduced to 100 W (AM mode: 25 W). Also, the AT-300 cannot be used for 50 MHz operation. AT 2 1 V DC 2 13.8 DC 1 13.
14 CONNECTING PERIPHERAL EQUIPMENT DX PACKETCLUSTER TUNE If you have a TM-D700 transceiver, you can connect the TM-D700 to the TS-480 transceiver to use the DX PacketCluster Tune function. Connect the 2 transceivers with a cross-wired RS-232C cable as shown below. Configure the TM-D700 transceiver to the DX PacketCluster node frequency. TS-480 transceiver EXT.SP DATA TM-D700 transceiver REMOTE MIC PANEL COM COM PAD DATA DLE KEY GPS PANEL MIC RESET Cross-wired cable 1 Press [MENU/ F.
14 CONNECTING PERIPHERAL EQUIPMENT SKY COMMAND II (K-TYPE ONLY) ■ TM-D700A In order to connect the TS-480 transceiver to the TM-D700A transceiver, you need to prepare 3 cables by yourself. For the connection between the COM connectors on the 2 transceivers, you may use a commercially available RS-232C crosswired cable. TM-D700A transceiver TS-480 transceiver COM connector COM connector Note: ◆ Switch OFF both the TM-D700 and TS-480 transceiver before making the connection.
INSTALLING OPTIONS You will require a #1 Philips screwdriver to install the VGS-1. To install the YF-107 IF filter(s) and/ or SO-3 TCXO, you will also need a soldering iron (approx. 30 watts). VGS-1 connector VGS-1 TCXO OPTION OPTION FILTER1 OPTION FILTER2 EXT.SP DATA REMOTE MIC PANEL COM REMOVING THE TOP COVER When installing the optional VGS-1, YF-107 IF filters or SO-3 TCXO, remove the top cover of the transceiver: 1 Remove the 8 screws.
15 INSTALLING OPTIONS • • SO-3: The calibration hole must be on the right side, looking from the front panel. IF filters: Insert a primary IF filter in the OPTION FILTER1 location, and a secondary IF filter in the OPTION FILTER2 location. The transceiver automatically detects what optional IF filter(s) is installed when it is turned ON. 5 Solder all pins on the reverse side of the PCB. • SO-3: Cut the 2 wires marked as R103 and R104, as shown below.
TROUBLESHOOTING GENERAL INFORMATION Your transceiver has been factory aligned and tested to specification before shipment. Under normal circumstances, the transceiver will operate in accordance with these operating instructions. All adjustable trimmers, coils and resistors in the transceiver were preset at the factory. They should only be readjusted by a qualified technician who is familiar with this transceiver and has the necessary test equipment.
16 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING The problems described in this table are commonly encountered operational malfunctions. These types of difficulties are usually caused by improper hook-up, accidental incorrect control settings, or operator error due to incomplete programming. These problems are usually not caused by circuit failure. Please review this table, and the appropriate section(s) of this instruction manual, before assuming your transceiver is defective.
16 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem No signals are received or receive sensitivity seems poor. Probable Cause 1 The SQL control is fully clockwise. 2 The Attenuator function is ON. 3 Mic [PTT] is pressed. 4 The IF filter bandwidth was incorrectly set. 5 The wrong antenna connector (ANT 1 or ANT 2) was selected. 6 The preamplifier is OFF. Corrective Action 1 Turn the SQL control counterclockwise. 2 Press [ATT/PRE/ ANT1/2] until “ATT” and “PRE” disappear. 3 Release Mic [PTT].
16 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action Page Ref. Attempting to 1 The antenna is not connected transmit results in correctly. the “HELLO” 2 The impedances of the antenna and message appearing transceiver are not properly matched. and the reception mode being 3 The input voltage is outside 13.8 V restored. DC ±15% (11.7 to 15.8 V DC). 4 The current rating of the DC power supply is not enough. 1 Check the antenna connection. Correct as necessary.
16 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action Page Ref. “TEMP–HI” appears A sensor in the transceiver detected and “CHECK” in high temperature. Morse code sounds. Stop transmitting and let the transceiver cool down for a while. Contact a KENWOOD authorized service center to clean the internal air filters. – “PA ERROR” and “CHECK” in Morse code sounds, then the transmission stops (TS-480HX only). Let the transceiver cool down for a while, then perform the Full reset.
16 TROUBLESHOOTING MICROPROCESSOR RESET DEMONSTRATION MODE If your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning, resetting the microprocessor default settings may resolve the problem. There are 2 levels of resetting the microprocessor of the TS-480 transceiver: Partial Reset and Full Reset. The transceiver can be configured to enter the demonstration mode for display purposes.
16 TROUBLESHOOTING OPERATION NOTICES The transceiver has been designed and engineered to avoid possible hardware glitches. However, you may notice the following symptoms when you operate the transceiver. These symptoms are not malfunctions. DC POWER SUPPLY As stated in the SPECIFICATIONS {page 91}, this transceiver requires a supplied DC voltage source of 13.8 V ±15%.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ARCP-480/ ARHP-10 HS-5 HS-6 LF-30A Remote control software Delux Headphones Small Headphones Low-pass Filter Refer to page 68 for details. TS-480SAT only MC-43S MC-47 MC-60A MJ-88 Microphone Multi-function Microphone Desk-top Microphone Plug adaptor (8-pin metal to RJ45) MJ-88 is required. MJ-88 is required. MJ-88 is required. PG-20 PG-4Z PS-53 SO-3 DC cable (7 m/ 23 ft) Extension cable kit (4 m/ 13 ft) Regulated DC Power Supply (22.
SPECIFICATIONS General TS-480SAT TS-480HX Mode J3E (LSB, USB)/ A1A (CW)/ A3E (AM)/ F3E (FM)/ F1B (FSK) Number of memory channels 100 + 10 (Quick memory channels) Antenna impedance 160 m ~ 6 m band 50 Ω (with built-in antenna tuner 16.7 ~ 150 Ω ) Supply Voltage DC 13.8 V ±15% Grounding method Negative ground Transmit (max.) 20.5 A or less Receive (no signal) 1.5 A or less 50 Ω 41.
20 SPECIFICATIONS Transmitter TS-480SAT 160 m ~ 10 m band –50 dB or less 6 m band –60 dB or less TS-480HX Spurious emissions Carrier suppression (SSB) 40 dB or more Unwanted sideband suppression (modulation frequency 1.0 kHz) 40 dB or more Wide Maximum frequency deviation (FM) Narrow ±5 kHz or less ±2.5 kHz or less XIT shift frequency range ±9.99 kHz Microphone impedance 600 Ω Receiver TS-480SAT TS-480HX Circuit type SSB/ CW/ AM/ FSK: Double conv.
INDEX AF Gain ...................................... 18 AGC ...................................... 35, 89 AM Narrow Bandwidth for ............. 28 Transmission ......................... 28 Amplifier, HF/ 50 MHz Linear Amp. REMOTE connector ............... 77 AMTOR ...................................... 43 Antenna ANT 1/ ANT 2 ......................... 60 Connection .......................... 2, 4 Antenna Tuner ............................ 60 Anti-VOX Adjustment .................. 36 Attenuator .............
19 INDEX Connections ........................... 79 Equipment, Needed .......... 66, 79 Using ..................................... 66 Quick Menu Programming the ................... 22 Using the ............................... 22 Quick QSY .................................. 34 Radio Teletypewriting .... (See RTTY) Reference Frequency Calibration .............................................. 82 Repeater Operation .................... 31 Reset Full ........................................ 88 Partial ........
ADDENDUM This supplement provides information not available at the time the instruction manual was printed and/or corrects erroneous information appearing in the instruction manual. Pages 71 and 79 < CROSSBAND REPTEATER >: Pege 71: 6 Press [MENU/ F. LOCK] on the TS-480, then turn MULTI control to access Menu Nos. 57 and 58. 7 Press [ ] to select “on”. Pege 79: After connecting the 2 transceivers with the cable, access Menu No.
SUPPLEMENTO Questo supplemento fornisce informazioni non disponibili quando è stato stampato il manuale di istruzioni e/o contiene correzioni su informazioni errate pubblicate sul manduale di istruzioni. Pagine 71 e 79 < RIPETITORE DI BANDA TRASVERSALE >: Pagina 71: 6 Premere [MENU/ F.LOCK] sul TS-480, quindi ruotare il selettore MULTI per accedere al Menu N. 57 e 58. 7 Premere [ ] per selezionare “on” (attivato). Pagina 79: Dopo aver collegato i 2 ricetrasmettitori con il cavo, accedere al Menu N.
