Kenwood Th-d7a/e Dual Bander Instruction Manual

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Both the Commander and Transporter use Full Duplex
function to transfer audio and commands as below:
SKY COMMAND 
2 22 2
2 (TH-D7A ONLY)
The Sky Command 2 allows remote control of a
TS-570D, TS-570S, or TS-870S HF transceiver.  This
system requires two TH-D7As and the optional cables
which connect one TH-D7A to the HF transceiver.  You
will use one TH-D7A as both a remote control and
speaker microphone.  This TH-D7A is called
ÒCommanderÓ.  The TH-D7 connected with the HF
transceiver is called ÒTransporterÓ.  It will function as an
interface between the Commander and the HF
transceiver.  The Sky Command System allows you, for
example, to watch for and hunt DX while working around
the house, or to operate the HF transceiver while
relaxing in the living room or patio, instead of in the
shack.
VHF freq.
Audio
Audios
Control commands
tResponseAudio UHF freq.
Control commands
tResponse
Commander
Transporter
VHF freq.
UHF freq.
Your shack
HF freq.
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84CONNECTING THE TRANSPORTER WITH THE HF
TRANSCEIVERYou can use the optional cables (PG-4R) to connect the
Transporter with the HF transceiver.  For these cables,
contact your authorized KENWOOD dealer.Note:u
Switch OFF both the Transporter and HF transceiver before making
the connection.
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The Transporter automatically transmits its call sign in Morse at
regular intervals because of the legal requirement; therefore, transmit
sidetone must be output from the HF transceiver.  On TS-570D or
TS-570S, do not select ÒOFFÓ in Menu 21.  On TS-870S, use the
MONI control to adjust the volume of sidetone.
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When the Transporter is too close to the HF transceiver, unwanted
feedback may cause malfunction.
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Do not share a regulated power supply between the Transporter and
the HF transceiver.  Unwanted feedback may cause malfunction.
GPS
COM connector
EXT SP jack
MIC connectorI/O unit
HF transceiver
2.5 mm (1/10)
3.5 mm (1/8)
You need not worry about
which end goes to which sideI/O
unit
You may install appropriate noise
filters at the shown positions to
prevent unwanted feedback from
causing malfunction.
3.5 mm (1/8)
2-conductor plug
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PREPARATION FLOWThe following steps should guide you to a good start of
Sky Command operation.  First connect the Transporter
to the HF transceiver {page 84}.
yOn the Commander
and Transporter
uOn the Commander
iOn the TransporterAccess Menu 4Ð3 and select
the tone frequency {page 86}.
¥ Select the same tone frequency
on both transceivers.
¥ For the selectable frequencies,
see the table given on page 22.Access Menu 4Ð4 and select
ÒCOMMANDERÓ.¥ ÒPUSH [ 0 ] KEY TO START
COMMANDER!!Ó appears.Access Menu 4Ð4 and select
ÒTRANSPORTERÓ.¥ ÒTRANSPORTERÓ appears.
Select the same VHF and UHF
frequencies.
Access Menu 4Ð1 to program
a call sign (9 digits max.) for
the Commander {page 86}.¥ You may enter your exact call
sign; ex. WD6BQD.Access Menu 4Ð1 to program
the same call sign as you
entered in step w {page 86}.
Access Menu 4Ð2 to program
the same call sign as you
entered in step e {page 86}. qOn the Commander
and Transporter
eOn the Commander wOn the Commander
rOn the Transporter
tOn the TransporterAccess Menu 4Ð2 to program
a call sign (9 digits max.) for
the Transporter {page 86}.¥ This call sign must be different
from the one for the
Commander.  So you may add
SSID characters; ex.
WD6BQD-1.
Now the Commander and Transporter are in Sky
Command mode.  For operations in this mode, see
ÒCONTROL OPERATIONÓ on page 87.  First switch ON
the HF transceiver and press [SYNC] on the
Commander.  To exit the Sky Command mode, access
Menu 4Ð4 and select ÒOFFÓ; press [F], [1] to switch the
Tone function OFF, and press [DUP] to exit Full Duplex
mode.Note:u
Unless you program call signs, you cannot select ÒCOMMANDERÓ or
ÒTRANSPORTERÓ using Menu 4Ð4 .
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On the HF transceiver, select 9600 bps and 1 stop bit (default) using
the Menu Setup function.
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Adjust the audio level on both the Transporter and HF transceiver.
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r e d n a m m o C n O
1 Ð 4LL A C D M Cre d n a m m o C r o f n g i s l l a C
2 Ð 4LL A C P R Tre t r o p s n a r T r o f n g i s l l a Cr e t r o p s n a r T n O
1 Ð 4LL A C D M Cre d n a m m o C r o f n g i s l l a C
2 Ð 4LL A C P R Tre t r o p s n a r T r o f n g i s l l a C
PROGRAMMING CALL SIGNSThe built-in TNCs of the Commander and Transporter
communicate each other when you send a control
command from the Commander.  So you must program
different call signs (9 digits max.) on these transceivers
as the IDs of the TNCs.
Use the following Menu Nos. to program call signs:
1Press [MENU] to enter Menu mode.
2Press [4], [1] to select Ò4Ð1 (CMD CALL)Ó, or [4], [2]
to select Ò4Ð2 (TRP CALL)Ó.
¥ The display for entering characters appears; the first
digit blinks.  The default is ÒNOCALLÓ.
3Press [UP]/ [DWN] to select a character.
¥ You can enter 0 to 9, A to Z, and Ð.
STACON
96BCON
DUP
9
75
STACON
96BCON
DUP
9
75
4Press [OK].
¥ The cursor moves to the next digit.
5Repeat steps 3 and 4 to enter up to 9 digits.
¥ Pressing [OK] after selecting the 9th digit completes the
programming.
¥ To complete programming after entering less than 9
digits, press [OK] twice.
¥ Each press of [ESC] causes the cursor to move
backward.
¥ Pressing [A/B] deletes the digit at which the cursor is
blinking.
6Press [MENU] to exit Menu mode.
You can also use the keypad to enter alphanumeric
characters in step 3.  For example, each press of [TNC]
switches entry as A, B, C, then 2.  Press [ENT] to
enter Ð.PROGRAMMING A TONE FREQUENCYOn receiving a tone from the Commander, the
Transporter causes the HF transceiver to enter Transmit
mode.  On both the Commander and Transporter,
access Menu 4Ð3 (TONE FREQ) and select the desired,
same tone frequency.
STACON
96BCON
DUP
9
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1After pressing [ENT], you can use these keys as numeric
keys to enter a frequency or memory channel number.
CONTROL OPERATIONWhen in the Sky Command mode, the keys of the
Commander will function as below.  Only the functions of
[LAMP], [MONI], and the VOL control will not change.
First switch ON the HF transceiver and press [SYNC] on
the Commander.
Each time you press the desired key, the Commander
will automatically enter transmit mode and send the
corresponding control command to the Transporter.
Tuning
control
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88When [SYNC] is pressed, the Commander shows the
current settings of the HF transceiver as below:qHF frequency
wA (VFO A), B (VFO B),
00 ~ 99 (memory channel number)
eRIT, XIT
rOFF, Ð9.99 ~ +9.99
tÒFSÓ appears when [FAST] is ON.
yLSB, USB, CW, FM, or AM
uSPLITÐA: VFO A is used for transmitting.
SPLITÐB: VFO B is used for transmitting.
SPLITÐM: A memory channel is used for transmitting.Note:u
On the Transporter, only [LAMP], [MONI], and [MENU] will function.
Pressing any other key will simply cause the Transporter to generate
an error beep.
u
After pressing [MENU], you can access only Menu 4Ð4.
u
The Transporter will transmit its call sign in Morse every 10 minutes,
using the 144 MHz band.
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The APO timer does not operate on the transceiver with Transporter
ON.
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MAINTENANCE
GENERAL INFORMATIONThis product has been factory aligned and tested to
specification before shipment.  Attempting service or
alignment without factory authorization can void the
product warranty.SERVICEWhen returning this product to your dealer or service
center for repair, pack it in its original box and packing
material.  Include a full description of the problem(s)
experienced.  Include your telephone number along with
your name and address in case the service technician
needs to call you; if available, include also your fax
number and e-mail address.  DonÕt return accessory
items unless you feel they are directly related to the
service problem.
You may return this product for service to the authorized
KENWOOD dealer from whom you purchased it, or any
authorized KENWOOD service center.  Please do not
send subassemblies or printed circuit boards.  Send the
complete product.  A copy of the service report will be
returned with the product.
SERVICE NOTEIf you desire to correspond on a technical or operational
problem, please make your note legible, short, complete,
and to the point.  Help us help you by providing the
following:¥ Model and serial number of equipment
¥ Question or problem you are having
¥ Other equipment in your station pertaining to the problem
Do not pack the equipment in crushed newspapers for shipment!
Extensive damage may result during rough handling or shipping.
Note:
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Record the date of purchase, serial number and dealer from whom
this product was purchased.
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For your own information, retain a written record of any maintenance
performed on this product.
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When claiming warranty service, please include a photocopy of the
bill of sale, or other proof-of-purchase showing the date of sale.
CLEANINGTo clean the case of this product, use a neutral detergent
(no strong chemicals) and a damp cloth.
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Problem
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Ref. Page
Nothing appears on the
display when the
transceiver is switched
ON, or the display is
blinking ON and OFF.1Low supply voltage1Recharge the battery pack or replace
the batteries.2, 4
5
— 2If using the optional DC cable:2
a)
b)Bad power cable or connections
Open (blown) power supply fusea)
b)Check the power cable and
connections, then correct/replace
as necessary.
Investigate the cause for the
open fuse.  Replace the fuse.
Most keys and the
Tuning control do not
function.1Transceiver Lock is ON (Key icon is
visible).1Press[F] (1 s) to switch OFF
Transceiver Lock.50
2The transceiver is in Channel
Display mode.2Press[A/B]+ POWER ON to exit
Channel Display mode.31
3Tone Alert is ON (Bell icon is
visible).3Press[F],[ENT] to switch OFF Tone
Alert.47
4Packet data was being transmitted
using the data band.4Operate the keys or theTuning
control after transmitting of packet
data is completed.—
You cannot select the
exact desired frequency
using the[UP]/[DWN]
orTuning control.The current frequency step size does
not allow the frequency to be selected.Select the appropriate frequency step
size.46
You cannot recall any
memory channels.You have stored no data in any of the
memory channels using the current
band.Store the desired frequencies in
memory channels using the current
band.27
TROUBLESHOOTINGThe problems described in this table are commonly encountered operational malfunctions and are usually not caused
by circuit failure.
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Problem
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Ref. Page
You cannot transmit by
pressing thePTT
switch.1You selected a frequency outside
the allowable transmit frequency
range.1Select a frequency within the
allowable transmit frequency range.7
2You selected a transmit offset that
places the transmit frequency
outside the allowable range.2Press[F],[MHz] repeatedly so neither
“+” nor “–” is visible.21
3TX Inhibit is ON.3Access Menu 1–5–5 and select “OFF”. 51
4Tone Alert is ON.4Press[F],[ENT] to switch OFF Tone
Alert.47
5Packet data was being transmitted
using the data band.5Press thePTT switch after transmitting
of packet data is completed.—
The transceiver
switches OFF for no
apparent reason.The Automatic Power Off (APO)
function is ON.Switch OFF the APO function. 49
Turning theVOL control
does not allow you to
hear audio.The speaker for the band you wanted
to monitor was muted.Press[BAL], then[UP]/ [DWN] to
correctly adjust the volume balance
between the two bands.48
Packet operation results
in no connects with
other stations.1The squelch is open.1Select the correct squelch level so that
the squelch is opened only when
signals are present.8
2You did not select the same
transfer rate as the target station.2Use HBAUD command to select the
appropriate transfer rate.54
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