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Manual for the Kenwood TH-G71A
(Scanned, edited, and proof-read by KB0HAE)
(If you find any errors in this file, please E-mail me at kb0hae@usa.net)
(Notice: As this plain text manual is intended mainly for visually impaired persons who
depend on speech synthesizers, and use screen reader software, all non-text information has
been left out. Also, instructions that rely on non-text information have been edited
from their original form or left out)

NOTICES TO THE USER

ATTENTION (U.S.A. Only)
Nickel-Cadmium batteries must be replaced or disposed of properly

State laws may vary regarding the handling and disposal of Nickel-Cadmium batteries.
Please contact your authorized KENWOOD dealer for more information.

One or more of the following statements may be applicable:

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.

INFORMATION TO THE DIGITAL DEVICE USER 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 to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
Consult the dealer for technical assistance.

Please observe the following precautions to prevent tire, personal injury, or transceiver
damage:

Do not transmit with high output power for extended periods. The transceiver may overheat.
Do not modify this transceiver unless instructed by this manual or by KENWOOD
documentation.

When using a regulated power supply, connect the specified DC cable (option) to the DC
jack on the transceiver. The supply voltage must be between 6 V and 16 V
to prevent damaging the transceiver.

When connecting the transceiver to a cigarette lighter socket in a vehicle, use the specified
cigarette lighter cable (option).

Do not expose the transceiver to long periods of direct sunlight nor place the transceiver close
to heating appliances.

Do not place the transceiver in excessively dusty areas, humid areas, wet areas, nor on
unstable surfaces.

! If an abnormal odor or smoke is detected coming from the transceiver, turn OFF the
power immediately and remove the battery case or the battery pack from the transceiver.
Contact a KENWOOD service station or your dealer.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
NICAD battery pack
PB-38 (6 V, 650 mAh)1W09-0909-XX1
PB-39 (9.6 V, 600 mAh)1W09-091 1 -XX1
Battery case (BT-1 1)1A02-2078-XX1
Battery charger
U.S.A./ Canada W08-0437-XX 1
United kingdom W08-0438-XX 1
Europe W08-0440-XX 1
General W08-0441-XX 1
AC plug adapter E19-0254-XX 1
Belt hook J29-0631 -XX1
Hand strap J69-0339-XX 1
Warranty card
U.S.A./ Canada Europe only 1
Instruction manual B62-0739-XX 1

1 Depending on the markets, PB-38,
Some General market versions only
PB-39, or BT-1 1 is provided

CONVENTIONS FOLLOWED IN THIS MANUAL
The writing conventions described below have been followed to simplify instructions and
avoid unnecessary repetition.
ATTENTION:
MOST PROCEDURES REQUIRE THAT YOU PRESS AN APPROPRIATE KEY IN
EACH STEP WITHIN APPROXIMATELY 10 SECONDS, OR THE PREVIOUS MODE
WILL BE RESTORED.
Press Press KEY momentarily
Press [KEY] (1 s) Press and hold KEY until function begins.

Press [KEY1], [KEY2]Press and release KEY1, then press KEY2.

Press [KEY1]+[KEY2] Press and hold KEY1 ,then press KEY2.

Press with power OFF,[KEY]+ POWER ON. press and hold KEY, then press the PWR
switch.

INSTALLING THE NICAD BATTERY PACK

Note:Because the battery pack is provided uncharged, charge the battery pack before using
it with the transceiver For the method of charging the battery pack, refer to "CHARGING
THE NICAD BATTERY PACK"

1 Position the two grooves on the inside bottom corners of the battery pack over the
corresponding guides on the back of the transceiver.

2 Slide the battery pack along the back of the transceiver until the release latch on the
baseof the transceiver locks the battery pack in place.

3 To remove the battery pack, push up the release latch, then slide the battery pack
back.

INSTALLING ALKALINE BATTERIES
WARNING!
DO NOT INSTALL THE BATTERIES IN A HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENT WHERE
SPARKS COULD CAUSE AN EXPLOSION.

NEVER DISCARD OLD BATTERIES IN FIRE BECAUSE
EXTREMELY HIGH TEMPERATURES CAN CAUSE BATTERIES TO EXPLODE

Note:
It is recommended to use high quality alkaline batteries rather than manganese batteries to
enjoy longer periods of battery life. Do not use commercially available NICAD batteries.

If you will not use the transceiver for a long period, remove the batteries from the battery
case.
Do not use different quality of batteries together
When the battery voltage is low, replace all four old batteries with new ones.
Be sure to match the battery polarities with those marked on the bottom of the battery case.

1 To open the battery case cover, push on the locking tab, then pull the cover up


2 Insert (or remove) four AA (LR6) alkaline batteries.


3Align the two tabs on the battery case cover, then close the cover until the locking tab
clicks.


4 To install the battery case onto (or remove from) the transceiver, follow steps 1 to 3
for

INSTALLING THE ANTENNA
Hold the provided antenna at its base, and screw the antenna into the connector on the top
panel of the transceiver until it is snug.


INSTALLING THE BELT HOOK

Install the provided belt hook onto the back of the NICAD pack or the battery case.

To lock the cable of an optional speaker microphone, I position the cable over the left
groove on the transceiver then install the belt hook. Last position the cable over right
groove.

ATTACHING THE HAND STRAP

If you want, attach the provided hand strap to the belt hook before installing the hook onto
the transceiver. Thread a loop of the small cord on the end of the hand strap through the
hole in the top of the belt clip. Pull the hand strap through the loop, and pull tight.


To remove the belt hook, pull the belt hook downwards while pushing its tabs from both
sides.

GETTING ON THE AIR

The 7 steps given here will get you on the air in your first QSO right away. So, you can
enjoy the exhilaration that comes with opening a brand new transceiver.


Press the PWR switch for 1 second or longer

Turn the VOL control clockwise to the 11 o=clock position.

Press [BAND] to select the VHF or UHF band.

Turn the Tuning control to select a frequency
Press and hold the PTT switch, then speak in a normal tone of voice


Release the PTT switch to receive. Repeat the previous steps to continue


Note:

When received signals are too weak to recognize, press and hold [MONI] to hear clearer
signals. You will, however, also hear background noise.

CAUTION:
$ THE RECOMMENDED DUTY CYCLE IS 1 MINUTE OF TRANSMISSION AND
3 MINUTES OF RECEPTION. LONGER TRANSMISSIONS OR EXTENDED
OPERATION IN THE HIGH POWER MODE MAY CAUSE THE BACK OF THE
TRANSCEIVER TO GET HOT

$ TRANSMITTING WITH THE SUPPLIED ANTENNA NEAR OTHER ELECTRONIC
EQUIPMENT CAN INTERFERE WITH THAT EQUIPMENT ALSO, TRANSMITTING
NEAR A REGULATED POWER SUPPLY THAT IS NOT RECOMMENDED BY
KENWOOD, MAY CAUSE THE POWER SUPPLY TO OUTPUT AN EXTREMELY
HIGH VOLTAGE. THIS VOLTAGE COULD DAMAGE BOTH YOUR TRANSCEIVER
AND ANY OTHER EQUIPMENT CONNECTED TO THE POWER SUPPLY

Note:
If input voltage exceeds approximately 18 V warning beeps sound and "DC ERR" appears
on the display

ORIENTATION

BASIC TRANSCEIVER MODES

This section introduces you to the basic modes you can select on this transceiver.

VFO mode

Press [VFO] to select. In this mode you can change the operating frequency using the
Tuning control.

MEMORY RECALL MODE

Press [MR] to select. In this mode you can change memory channels, using the Tuning
control, where you stored frequencies and related data. You cannot enter this mode unless
you program one memory channel at least. For further information, refer to
"MEMORY CHANNELS"


Menu mode
Press [F], [BAND] to select. In this mode you can change Menu Numbers. using the
Tuning control. On the display you will see various indicators that show what you have
selected. Sometimes you may not recall what those indicators mean or how you can cancel
the current setting. In such a case, you will find the following table very useful.

The six digit numerical display (center of the LCD panel) shows various alphanumeric
information such as an operating frequency. or menu selection. To the right of this display
you may see a 75, a 5 , or a 25. You will only see these one of these
numbers if the frequency does not end with an even number. To the right of this
the current three digit memory channel number is displayed when in Memory
Recall mode.

A bar graph display (bottom center, under the frequency display) shows the strength of
received signals. While transmitting, the bar graph display shows the current relative
battery charge.

Other functions are described later.


SELECTING A BAND

Press [BAND] to select the VHF or UHF band.

Note: If in Memory Recall mode {page 6}, press [VFO], then press
[BAND] to select a band.


SELECTING FREQUENCIES
Turn the Tuning control clockwise to increase the frequency or counterclockwise to
decrease the
frequency.

To change frequencies in steps of 1 MHZ, press [MHZ] first. 1 MHZ digit blinks.
Pressing [MHZ] again cancels this function.

If you cannot select a particular frequency, the frequency step size needs to be changed.
See "CHANGING FREQUENCY STEP SIZE".

You can also select frequencies with the numeric keys. See
"KEYPAD DIRECT ENTRY".

TRANSMITTING

1 When ready to begin transmitting, press and hold the PTT switch and speak in a normal
tone of voice. The On Air lamp lights red and the battery meter appears. Speaking too
close to the microphone, or too loudly, may increase distortion and reduce intelligibility of
your signal at the receiving station. The battery meter shows the current relative battery
charge.

2 When you finish speaking, release the PTT switch.

Time-Out Timer: Holding down the PTT switch for more than 10 minutes causes the
transceiver to generate a beep and stop transmitting. Release, then press the PTT switch to
resume transmitting. You cannot switch this function OFF.

E Selecting Output Power
Press [LOW] to select high (default), low, or economic low power (lowest).

"HI", "LO", or "EL" appears to show the current selection.

Note: Selecting lower transmit power is a wise method to reduce battery consumption if
communication is still reliable.







WHAT IS A MENU?

Many functions on this transceiver are selected or configured via a software-controlled
Menu instead of physical controls on the transceiver. Once familiar with the Menu system,
you will appreciate the versatility it offers.

MENU ACCESS

1 Press [F], [BAND] to enter Menu mode. The last Menu Number used appears.
Depending on Menu Nos., press [BAND], then turn Tuning control to select numeric
values. Press [BAND] again to complete the setting.

4 Press any key other than [BAND], [LAMP], and [MONI] to exit Menu mode.

2 Turn the Tuning control to select the desired Menu number.

3 Press [BAND] to switch the selection

MENU CONFIGURATION
In the following numbered list, the menu options are given, and at the end of each menu
item in the list the default value is given, if there is one.

1 Scan resume method

Time-Operated (TO), Carrier-Operated (CO), Seek (SE) Time-Operated (TO)

2 Memory recall method

All bands (ALL) Single band (ONE) All bands

3 Programmable VFO
Frequencies selectable on the upper/lower receive Upper/lower limits) band frequency
limits on the band

4 Battery Saver ON/OFF ON

5 Automatic Power Off ON/OFF ON

6 Beep function ON/OFF ON

7 Automatic Repeater Offset ON/OFF ON

8 Offset frequency 00.000 MHZ to 29.950 MHZ See reference page.

9 Tuning Control Enable ON/OFF OFF

10 DTMF number storing! confirming see reference page.

11 Priority Scan method Mode N Mode B Mode A

12 TX Inhibit ON/OFF OFF

13 DTMF Tone TX Hold ON/OFF OFF

14 Speaker configuration single speaker (ONE), Two speakers (BOTH) Single speaker


15 Transceiver Controll ON/OFF OFF


16(U.S.A./Canada only) AM mode FM mode AM mode

1 This menu item is used for controlling the transceiver using a personal
computer. For further information, consult your dealer.
2 This menu item is accessible only after selecting the 118 MHZ band.

Operating Through Repeaters

Repeaters are often installed and maintained by radio clubs, sometimes with the
cooperation of local businesses involved in the communications industry.

Compared to simplex communication, you can usually transmit over much greater
distances by using a repeater. Repeaters are typically located on a mountain top or other
elevated location. Often they operate at higher ERP (Effective Radiated Power) than a
typical station. This combination of elevation and high ERP allows communications over
considerable distances.

REPEATER ACCESS

Most amateur radio voice repeaters use a separate receive and transmit frequency. You can
set a separate transmit frequency by selecting the offset frequency offset direction with
respect to the receive frequency addition, some repeaters may require the transceiver
transmit a tone before the repeater can be used. T(transmit this required tone, activate the
Tone function and select a tone frequency.

The required offset direction, offset frequency, and frequency depend on the
repeater you are accessing Consult your local repeater reference.

Flow Chart for Repeater Access

Select a band.

Select a receive frequency.

Select an offset direction.

Select an offset frequency.

Selecting Offset direction

Select whether the transmit frequency will be higher
(+) or lower (-) than the receive frequency.

1 Select the desired band.

2 Press [F], [REV].
Each time you repeat this key operation, the offset direction changes.

If the offset transmit frequency falls outside the allowable transmit frequency range,
transmitting is
inhibited until the transmit frequency is brought within the band limits by one of the
following methods;

Move the receive frequency further inside the band.

Change the offset direction.

Note: While using an odd-split memory channel or transmitting, you cannot change the
offset direction. Select how much the transmit frequency will be offset from the receive
frequency. The default offset frequency on the VHF band is 600 kHz no matter which
market version; the default on the UHF band is 5 MHZ (TH-G71A) or 1.6 MHZ (TH-
G71E).

1 Select the desired band.

2 Press [F], [BAND] to enter Menu mode.

3 Select Menu No.8 (OFFSET).

4 Press [BAND], then select the appropriate offset frequency.

The selectable range is from 00.000 MHZ to 29.950 MHZ in steps of 50 kHz.

5 Press [BAND] again to complete the setting.

6 Press any key other than [BAND], [LAMP], and [MONI] to exit Menu mode.
TH-G71E only: If you have selected "-" for the offset direction, you cannot change the
default (-76 MHZ).

Note: After changing the offset frequency the new offset frequency will also be used by
automatic Repeater Offset.


Activating Tone Function

1 Select the desired band.

2 Press [F], [LOW] to switch the Tone function ON(or OFF)
"T" appears when the Tone function is ON.

Note: You cannot use the Tone and CTCSS functions simultaneously Switching the Tone
function ON after activating the CTCSS deactivates the CTCSS.

TH-G71E only: When you access repeaters that require 1750Hz tones, you need not
activate the Tone function. No matter which selection you make here, pressing [LOW]
while pressing
the PTT
switch or simply pressing [LOW] causes the transceiver to transmit 1750Hz tones.





SELECTING A TONE FREQUENCY

1 Select the desired band.

2 Press [F], [LOW] to activate the tone function.
"T" appears.

3 Press [F], [9].
The current tone frequency appears and blinks.

4 Turn the Tuning control to select a tone frequency.

5 Press any key other than [LAMP] and [MONI] to complete the setting.
Here is a list of possible tone settings. Frequencies are in hertz.
67.0
71.9
74.4
77.0
79.7
82.5
85.4
88.5
91.5
94.8
97.4
100
103.5
107.2
110.9
114.8
118.8
123
127.3
131.8
136.5
141.3
146.2
151.4
156.7
162.2
167.9
173.8
179.9
186.2
192.8
203.5
210.7
218.1
225.7
233.6
241.8
250.3

TH-G71E only: To transmit 1750 Hz tones, press and hold the PTT switch, then press
[LOW], or simply press and hold [LOW]. Releasing [LOW] quits transmitting 1750Hz
tones.


Automatic Repeater Offset
(U.S.A.) Canada Europe Only)

This function automatically selects an offset direction and activates the Tone function,
according to the frequency that you select on the VHF band. The transceiver is
programmed for offset direction as shown below. To obtain an up-to-date band plan for
repeater offset direction, contact your national Amateur Radio association.

1 Press [F], [BAND] to enter Menu mode.

2 Select Menu No.7 (ARO).

3 Press [BAND] to switch the function ON (default) or OFF.

4 Press any key other than [BAND], [LAMP], and (MONI] to exit Menu mode.

Note: Automatic Repeater Offset does not function when Reverse is ON. However,
pressing (REV] after Automatic Repeater Offset has selected an offset (split) status,
exchanges the receive and transmit frequencies.

REVERSE FUNCTION

When used while monitoring a repeater, the Reverse function allows you to manually
check the signal strength of a station accessing the repeater. If the station's signal is
strong, it is best to move to a simplex frequency to continue the contact and free up the
repeater.

Press [REV] to switch the Reverse function ON (or OFF).

The receive frequency and transmit frequencies are exchanged

"R" appears when the function is ON.


Note:
If pressing [REV] places the transmit frequency outside the allowable transmit frequency
range, an error beep sounds when [PTT] is pressed, and transmission is inhibited.

If reversal would place the receive frequency outside the receive frequency range, an error
beep sounds when [REV] is pressed. No reversal occurs.

Automatic Repeater Offset does not function while Reverse is ON. You cannot switch
Reverse ON or OFF while transmitting

MEMORY CHANNELS

In memory channels, you can store frequencies and related data that you often use. Then
you need not reprogram those data every time. You can quickly recall wanted channels by
simple operation.
A total of 200 memory channels are available for VHF and UHF. You can also store a
name for each memory channel. For more information, see "NAMING MEMORY
CHANNELS" {page 20}.

SIMPLEX&REPEATER OR ODD-SPLIT MEMORY CHANNEL?
You can use each memory channel as a simplex and repeater channel or odd-split channel.
Store only one frequency to use as a simplex and repeater channel or two separate
frequencies to use as an odd-split channel.

Select either application depending on the operations you have in mind.

Simplex&repeater channel allows:
Simplex frequency operation
Repeater operation with a standard offset
(If an offset direction and offset frequency are stored)

Odd-split channel allows:
Repeater operation with a non-standard offset

Note: Not only can you store data in memory channels, but you can also overwrite
existing data with new data.

STORING SIMPLEX FREQUENCIES OR STANDARD REPEATER FREQUENCIES

1 Press [VFO] to select VFO mode.

2 Press [BAND] to select the desired band.

3 Turn the Tuning control to select the desired frequency.

You can also enter digits directly from the keypad. See "KEYPAD DIRECT ENTRY".

4 If storing a standard repeater frequency, select the following data:

Offset direction
Tone ON, if necessary
Tone frequency, if necessary
If storing a simplex frequency, you may select other related data (CTCSS ON, CTCSS
freq., etc.)

5 Press [F].
A memory channel number appears on the right and blinks. A triangle icon appears below
the memory channel number if the channel already contains data.

6 Within 10 seconds, turn the Tuning control to select the desired memory channel.

7 Press(MR]
The selected frequency and related data are stored in the memory channel. If the memory
channel selected in the previous step already contained data, the new data overwrites the
previous data.
STORING ODD-SPLIT REPEATER FREQUENCIES

Some repeaters use a receive and transmit frequency pair with a non-standard offset. To
access those repeaters, it is necessary to store two separate frequencies in a single memory
channel. The following steps will allow you to operate on those repeaters without having
to alter the offset programming in the Menu.

1 Store the appropriate receive frequency by using steps 1 to 7 given for simplex or
standard repeater frequencies. If necessary, select Tone ON and tone frequency

2 Select the appropriate transmit frequency.

3 Press [F].

4 Within 10 seconds, turn the Tuning control to select the same memory channel that you
selected in step 1 above.

5 Press [PTT]+[MR].
_
The selected transmit frequency is stored in the memory channel.

Note:
When you recall an odd-split memory channel A+" and "-"appear on the display To
confirm the transmit frequency press [REV].

Transmit Offset status and Reverse status are not stored in an odd- split memory channel


RECALLING MEMORY CHANNELS
1 Press [MR] to enter Memory Recall mode.
The memory channel used last is recalled.

2 Turn the Tuning control to select the desired memory channel.
You cannot recall empty memory channels.
To restore VFO mode, press [VFO].

You may want to recall only memory channels that store
frequencies of the current band. Access Menu No.2 (MR)
to select "ONE". The default is "ALL".

ONE: Recalls only memory channels of the current band.

ALL: Recalls all programmed memory channels. For example, allows you to recall a
VHF frequency channel when operating the UHF band.

**rew
Note:
You can also recall memory channels by directly entering numeric keys. See "Memory
Channel Number Entry" (page 40).


When you recall an odd-split memory channel "+" and "-"appear on the display Press
[REV] to display the transmit frequency

After recalling a memory channel, you may program data such as Tone or CTCSS. These
settings, however are cleared once you select another channel or the VFO mode. To
permanently store the
data, overwrite the channel contents (page 18}.

CLEARING MEMORY CHANNELS

1 Recall the desired memory channel.

2 Switch OFF the power to the transceiver.

3 Press [MR]+ POWER ON

A confirmation message appears.

4 Press [MR] again.

The contents of the selected memory channel are erased.

NAMING MEMORY CHANNELS

You can name memory channels using up to 6 alphanumeric characters. When you recall a
named
memory channel, its name appears on the display instead of the stored frequency. Names
can be
callsigns, repeater names, cities, names of people, etc.

Note: You can also name the Program Scan and Priority channels, but you cannot name
the Call channel.

1 Recall the desired memory channel.

2 Press [F], [4] to enter Memory Naming mode. The first digit blinks.

If you recall a memory channel that has a name stored, the last digit blinks.

3 Turn the Tuning control to select the first digit.

You can select "0" to "9", "A" to "Z", "-", "I", or a space.

4 Press [MR].

The second digit blinks.

5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to enter up to 6 digits.

After selecting the 6th digit, you need not press [MR]. To erase and re-enter the
preceding digits, press [VFO] as many times as required.

6 Press [F] to complete the setting.

Note:
Names can be assigned only to memory channels h which you have stored frequencies and
related data.

The stored names can be overwritten by repeating steps 1 to 6.

The stored names can be erased by repeatedly pressing [VFO] in step 2 then pressing
[F].

The stored names also are erased by clearing memory channels.

SWITCHING MEMORY NAME/ FREQUENCY DISPLAY

After storing memory names, you can switch the display between memory names and
frequencies. You may sometimes want to confirm frequencies stored in name memory
channels.

1 Press [MR] to enter Memory Recall mode.

2 Press [F], [5] to switch between memory name any frequency display.

CALL CHANNEL

The Call channel can be used to store any frequency and related data that you will recall
often. The Call channel also can be programmed either as a simplex&repeater or odd-split
channel. No matter what mode the transceiver is in, the Call channel can always be
selected quickly. You may want to dedicate the Call channel as an emergency channel
within your group. In this case, the Call/VFO scan {page 29}will be useful.

The default frequency stored in the Call channel is shown below:


U.S.A./Canada; VHF 144.000 MHZ, UHF 440.000 MHZ
Europe/General; VHF 144.000 MHZ, UHF 430.000 MHZ

The contents of the Call channel cannot be deleted; however, you can overwrite old data
with new data as described in the following section.

Recalling the Call Channel

1 Select the desired band.

2 Press [CALL] to recall the Call channel.

AC" appears.

Changing Call Channel Contents

1 Select the desired band.

2 Select the desired frequency and related data (Tone, CTCSS, etc.) using VFO mode or
Memory Recall {page 1 9}.

When you program the Call channel as an odd-split channel, select a receive frequency.

3 Press [F], [CALL].
The selected frequency and related data are stored in the Call channel.
The previous mode is restored.
To also store a transmit frequency, proceed to the next step.

4 Select the desired transmit frequency.
5 Press [F].

6 Press [PTT]+[CALL].
The selected transmit frequency is stored in the Call channel, and the previous mode is
restored.

Note:
Transmit Offset status and Reverse status are not stored h an odd-spilt Call channel.

Lockout status and memory names are not copied from a memory channel to the Call
channel.

To restore the previous mode, press [CALL] again. To store data other than frequencies,
select the data in step 2, not step 4.

MEMORY - VFO TRANSFERS

Transferring the contents of a memory channel or the Call channel to the VFO can be
useful if you want to search for other stations or a clear frequency, near the selected
memory channel or Call channel frequency.

1 Recall the desired memory channel or the Call channel.

2 Press [F], [VFO].

The entire contents of the memory channel or the Call channel are copied to the VFO.
VFO mode is selected after the transfer is completed.

Note:
A transmit frequency from an odd-split memory channel or odd-split Call channel is not
transferred to the VFO. To transfer a transmit frequency press [REV] then press [F],
[VFO].

Lockout status and memory names are not copied from a memory channel to the VFO.

If you recall the Call channel in step 1, simply turning the Tuning control also transfers
the contents to the VFO. The frequency however; is changed by one step.

CHANNEL DISPLAY FUNCTION

When this function is switched ON, the transceiver displays only a memory channel
number instead of a frequency.

Press [BAND]+ POWER ON to switch this function ON (or OFF).



When in Channel Display mode, you cannot use the following functions:

VFO Select

Memory Channel Store

Memory Channel Clear

Memory Name! Frequency
Display Switch

Priority Scan

Partial/Full Reset

Band Select

Call Channel Recall

Memory Name Store

Memory VFO Transfer
Call Channel Store

Call/Memory Scan

Note:
You cannot switch this function ON if you have stored frequencies in no memory
channels.

When in Channel Display mode, you may want to recall only memory channels of the
desired band. Before pressing [BAND]+ POWER ON, select "ONE" in Menu No.2
(MR), then select the desired band.


INITIALIZING MEMORY

If your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning, initializing the transceiver may resolve the
problem.

Remember that you need to re-program memory channels after initialization. On the other
hand,
initialization is a quick way to clear all memory channels.

Note: While using the Channel Display or Transceiver Lock function, you cannot do
Partial Reset nor Full Reset

VHF Band Defaults

U.S.A./Canada 144.000MHz, 5 kHz Spacing 88.5 Hz Tone

Europe/General MHZ 144.000MHz, 12.5 kHz Spacing, 88.5 Hz Tone

UHF Band Defaults

U.S.A./Canada. 440.000MHz 25 kHz Spacing, 88.5 Hz Tone

Europe/General 430.000 MHZ 25 kHz Spacing, 88.5 Hz Tone

Partial Reset (VFO)

Use to initialize all settings except the memory channels, the Call channel, the DTMF
channels, and Memory Channel Lockout.

1 Press [VFO]+ POWER ON.
A confirmation message appears.

2 Press [VFO] again.
To quit resetting, press any key other than [VFO].

Full Reset (Memory)

Use to initialize all settings.

1 Press [F]+ POWER ON.
A confirmation message appears.

To quit resetting, press any key other than [F].
2 Press [F] again.

SCANNING
Scan is a useful feature for hands-off monitoring of your favorite frequencies. After
becoming comfortable with how to use all types of Scan, the monitoring flexibility gained
will increase your operating efficiency.

Note:
Remember to adjust the squelch threshold level before using Scan.
You cannot start Scan while Tone Alert is ON.
While using CTCSS, Scan stops for any signal received; however, the squelch opens only
for signals that contain the same CTCSS tone that is selected on your transceiver.

This transceiver provides the following conventional cans in addition to "Priority Scan"
that may
be new to you:

VFO Scan; Scans all frequencies tunable on the band
Memory Scan; Scans frequencies stored in the memory channels
MHZ Scan; Scans all frequencies within 1 MHZ range
Program Scan; Scans all frequencies in the range selected on the band
Call/VFO Scan; Scans Call channel plus the current VFO frequency
Call/Memory Scan; Scans Call channel plus the memory channel last used


SCAN RESUME METHODS
Before using Scans other than Priority Scan, it's necessary to decide under what condition
you want your transceiver to continue scanning after detecting and stopping for a signal.
You can choose one of the following modes. The default is Time-Operated mode.

Time-Operated mode
Your transceiver stops scanning when detecting a signal, remains there for approximately 5
seconds, and then continues to scan even if the signal is still present.

Carrier-Operated mode
Your transceiver stops scanning when detecting a signal and remains on the same
frequency until the signal drops out. There is a 2 second delay between signal drop-out
and scan resumption to allow time for any responding stations to begin transmitting.

Seek mode
Your transceiver stops scanning when detecting a signal and remains on the same
frequency; the transceiver stays on this frequency even after the signal drops out and does
not automatically resume scanning.

Selecting Scan Resume Method
1 Press [F], [BAND] to enter Menu mode.

2 Select Menu No.1 (SCAN).

3 Press [BAND] to select Time-Operated (TO), Carrier-Operated (CO), or Seek (SE)
mode.

4 Press any key other than [BAND], [LAMP], and [MONI] to exit Menu mode.

Note:
Pressing and holding [MONI] causes the transceiver to stop scanning; releasing [MONI]
causes it to resume scanning.

VFO SCAN
I
VFO Scan allows you to scan all frequencies from the lowest frequency to the highest
frequency on the band. The current frequency step size is used.

1 Select the desired band.

2 Press [VFO] (1 s).
The 1 MHZ decimal blinks while scanning is in progress. Scan starts at the frequency
currently displayed.

To reverse the scan direction, turn the Tuning control clockwise (upward scan) or
counterclockwise (downward scan).

3 To quit VFO Scan, press any key other than [LAMP], [MONI], and [F).

Note: The squelch must be closed for Scan to function.

MEMORY SCAN

Memory Scan allows all memory channels containing data to be scanned.

1 Press (MR] (1 s).

The 1 MHZ decimal blinks while scanning is in progress. Scan starts with the channel last
recalled.

To reverse the scan direction, turn the Tuning control clockwise (upward scan) or
counterclockwise (downward scan).

2 To quit Memory Scan, press any key other than
[LAMP], [MONI], and [F].

Note:
At least 2 or more memory channels must contain data and must not be locked out. The
squelch must be closed for Scan to function.
The L0 to L9 and UO to U9 memory channels and the priority channel are not scanned.
You can also start Memory Scan when in Channel Display mode. While Scan is being
interrupted, the channel number blinks.

If you select "ONE" using Menu No.2 (MR), memory channels on only the current band
will be scanned; otherwise, memory channels on both VHF and UHF bands will be
scanned.


Locking Out Memory Channels
Memory channels that you prefer not to monitor while scanning can be locked out.

1 Recall the desired memory channel.

2 Press [F], [0] to switch Lockout ON (or OFF).

A star appears below the memory channel number to indicate that the channel has been
locked out.

Note: The LO to L9 and UO to U9 memory channels and the priority channel cannot be
locked out.

MHZ SCAN

MHZ Scan allows you to scan a 1 MHZ segment of the band. The current 1 MHZ digit
determines the limits of the scan. For example, if the current frequency is 438.400 MHZ,
then MHZ Scan would scan from 438.000MHz to 438.975 MHZ. The exact upper limit
depends on the step size selected.

1 Press [VFO] to select VFO mode.

2 Select the desired band.

3 Press [MHZ] (1 S) to start MHZ Scan.
The 1 MHZ decimal blinks while scanning is in progress. Scan starts at the frequency
currently displayed. To reverse the scan direction, turn the Tuning control clockwise
(upward scan) or counterclockwise (downward scan).

4 To quit MHZ Scan, press any key other than [LAMP], [MONI], and [F].

PROGRAM SCAN

Program Scan is similar to VFO Scan except that you select the frequency range of the
scan.

Setting Scan Limits

You can store up to 10 scan ranges in memory channels LO/UO to L9/U9.

1 Select the desired band.

2 Turn the Tuning control to display the desired lower limit.

3 Press [F].

4 Turn the Tuning control to select a channel in the range LO to L9.

5 Press [MR].
The lower limit is stored in the channel.

6 Turn the Tuning control to display the desired upper limit.

7 Press [F).

8 Turn the Tuning control to select a matching channel in the range UO to U9.

If you have selected for example L3 in step 4, select U3.

9 Press [MR).
The upper limit is stored in the channel.

10 To confirm the stored scan limits, press [MR], select the L and U channels.

Note: The lower limit must be lower in frequency than the upper limit
The lower and upper frequency steps must be equal.
The lower and upper limits must be selected on the same band

Using Program Scan

1 Press [VFO] to select VFO mode.

2 Select the desired band.

3 Select a frequency equal to or between the programmed scan limits.

4 Press [VFO] (1 S).
The 1 MHZ decimal blinks while scanning is in progress. Scan starts at the frequency
currently displayed. To reverse the scan direction, turn the Tuning control clockwise
(upward scan) or counterclockwise (downward scan).

5 To quit Program Scan, press any key other than [LAMP], (MONI], and [F].

Note: The squelch must be closed for Scan to function.

If the frequency step of the current VFO frequency differs from that of the programmed
frequencies, you cannot use Program Scan.

If the frequency steps of the lower limit and upper limit differ; you cannot use Program
Scan.

If the current VFO frequency is within more than one programmed scan range, the range
stored in the smallest channel numbers is used.

CALL/VFO SCAN

Use CaII/VFO Scan to monitor both the Call channel and the current VFO frequency on
the selected band.

1 Press [VFO] to select VFO mode.
2 Select the desired band.

3 Select the desired frequency.


4 Press [CALL] (1 s) to start CaII/VFO Scan.
The 1 MHZ decimal blinks while scanning is in progress.

5 To quit CaII/VFO Scan, press any key other than [LAMP], [MONI], and [F].


CALL/MEMORY SCAN

Use Call/Memory Scan to monitor both the Call channel and the desired memory channel.

1 Recall the desired memory channel.

2 Press [CALL] (1 s) to start Call/Memory Scan.
The 1 MHZ decimal blinks while scanning is in progress. The Call channel on the same
band as of the selected memory channel is used for Scan.

3 To quit Call/Memory Scan, press any key other than [LAMP], [MONI], and [F].

Note: The memory channel last used is scanned even if it has been locked out.

Selecting Priority Scan Method .
This transceiver has the following two modes for Priority Scan. Use mode B when you do
not want Priority Scan to disrupt your current QSO.

Mode A: Monitors the Priority channel every 3 seconds no matter whether or not signals
are being received on the current operating frequency.

Mode B: Monitors the Priority channel every 3 seconds only when no signals are present
on the current operating frequency.

1 Press [F], [BAND] to enter Menu mode.

2 Select Menu No.11 (PRI).


3 Press [BAND] to select mode A (default) or mode

4 Press any key other than [BAND], [LAMP], and [MONI] to exit Menu mode.

Using Priority Scan

1 Press [F], [8] to activate Priority Scan.
"PRI" appears. When signals are received on the Priority channel, a beep sounds and the
Priority channel frequency appears. In addition, "Pr" appears and blinks.

2 Press the PTT switch to transmit on the Priority channel and release the PTT switch to
receive.
Approximately 3 seconds after signals drop, Priority Scan resumes.

3 To quit Priority Scan, press [F], [8] again.

Note: When signals are received on the Priority channel programmed with CTCSS, the
Priority channel is recalled; however, the squelch does not open unless the signals contain
the matching
CTCSS tone.

You can simultaneously use Priority Scan and any other type of Scan; however Priority
Scan does not function while the other scan is being paused.

Pressing and holding [MONI] while using Priority Scan allows you to monitor the current
operating frequency; releasing [MONI] resumes Priority Scan.


You may sometimes want to hear calls from only specific persons. The Continuous Tone
Coded Squelch System (CTCSS) allows you to ignore (not hear) unwanted calls from other
persons who are using the same frequency. Simply select the same CTCSS tone as
selected by the other persons in your group. A CTCSS tone is subaudible and is selectable
from among the 38
standard tone frequencies.

Note: CTCSS does not cause your conversation to be private. It only relieves you of
listening to unwanted conversations.




USING CTCSS
1 Select the desired band.

2 Press [F], [6] to switch the CTCSS function ON (or OFF).
"CT" appears when CTCSS is ON.

3 Press [F], [9].
The current CTCSS frequency appears and blinks.

4 Turn the Tuning control to select a tone frequency

5 Press any key other than [LAMP] and [MON I] to complete the setting.

6 When you are called:

The squelch of your transceiver opens only when 1 selected tone is received.

When you make a call:

Press and hold [PTT].

Note: Skip steps 3 to 5 if you have already programmed the appropriate CTCSS
frequency
You can select a separate tone frequency for the CTCSS and Tone functions.
You cannot use the CTCSS and Tone functions simultaneously
Switching the CTCSS function ON after activating the Tone function deactivates the Tone
function.
If you select a high tone frequency receiving audio or noise that contains the same
frequency portions may cause CTCSS to function incorrectly To prevent noise from
causing this problem, select an appropriate noise squelch level.


Automatic Tone Frequency Id

This function automatically identifies the incoming tone frequency on a received signal.

1 Select the desired band.

2 Press [F], [6] (1 s) to activate the function.

The current tone frequency appears and the 1 Hz decimal blinks.

When a signal is received, the transceiver begins scanning through all tone frequencies in
order to
identify the incoming tone frequency.

When the tone frequency is identified, the identified frequency appears and blinks. To
continue
scanning, turn the Tuning control.

The identified frequency is programmed in place of the currently set CTCSS frequency.

3 Press any key other than [LAMP] and [MONI] to quit the function.

Note: Received signals are audible while scanning is in progress.

USING DTMF TONES

You can send DTMF tones by using the DTMF keys on the keypad. The keypad includes
the 12 keys found on a push-button telephone plus 4 additional keys (A, B, C, D). These
additional keys are required for various control operations by some repeater systems.

MAKING DTMF CALLS

1 Press and hold the PTT switch.

2 Press the keys in sequence on the keypad to send DTMF tones.
The corresponding DTMF tones are transmitted.

DTMF Tone TX Hold
This function makes the transceiver remain in the transmit mode for 2 seconds after you
release each key. So you can release the PTT switch after beginning to press keys.

1 Press [F], [BAND] to enter Menu mode.

2 Select Menu No.13 (2S).

3 Press [BAND] to switch the function ON or OFF (default).

4 Press any key other than [BAND], [LAMP], and [MONI] to exit Menu mode.

Autopatch (U.S.A. and Canada)
Some repeaters in the U.S.A. and Canada offer a service called Autopatch. Autopatch
allows you to access the public telephone network by sending DTMF tones. Some
repeaters require a special key sequence to activate Autopatch. Check with the repeater
control operator.

STORING DTMF NUMBERS FOR AUTOMATIC DIALER

To store a DTMF number with a maximum of 16 digits in any of 10 dedicated DTMF
memory channels, follow the procedure below.

Note: Audible DTMF tones from other transceivers near you may be picked up by your
microphone. If so, this could prevent the function from working correctly.

1 Press [F], [BAND] to enter Menu mode.

2 Select Menu No.10 (DTMF MR).

3 Press [BAND].

4 Use the keypad to enter the digits of the number to be stored.

The corresponding DTMF tones are heard.

If you enter incorrect digits, press [LOW] to erase all digits entered.

5 Press [BAND] to complete entry.

The display for entering a channel number appears

6 Press a single key [0] to [9] to select the desired channel.
The entered number is stored in the selected channel.

7 Press any key other than [BAND], [LAMP], [MONI], and [0] to [9] to exit Menu
mode.

CONFIRMING STORE) DTMF NUMBERS
The display for entering a DTMF number appears.

1 Press [F], [BAND] to enter Menu mode.

2 Select Menu No.10 (DTMF MR).

3 Press a single key [0] to [9] to select the desired channel.

The number stored in the channel scrolls across the display accompanied by DTMF tones
from the speaker.

4 Press any key other than [BAND], [LAMP], [MON I], and [0] to [9] to exit Menu
mode.

TRANSMITTING STORED DTMF NUMBERS
To transmit a stored DTMF number, follow the procedure below.

1 Press [PTT]+[BAND].
The first 4 DTMF digits of the channel used last and the channel number appear.

2 Release only [BAND], then press (0] to [9] to select the desired channel.
The number stored in the channel scrolls across the display accompanied by DTMF tones
from the speaker.

After the transmission, the frequency display is restored.

Note: In step 2 you may forget the channel number you should select.
After releasing only [BAND], turn the Tuning control to find the desired channel, then
press [BAND] again. While turning the Tuning control, you will confirm the first 4 digits
stored in each channel.

TX INHIBIT
You can disable the TX function to prevent unauthorized individuals from transmitting, or
to eliminate the risk of accidentally transmitting by yourself.

Access Menu No.12 (TXS) to switch TX Inhibit ON or OFF (default).

Pressing the PTT switch after switching TX Inhibit ON causes the transceiver to generate
an error beep and display 'TX STOP".



TRANSCEIVER LOCK
This function prevents unauthorized individuals from changing the transceiver settings.

Press [F] (1 s) to switch the function ON (or OFF). A key icon appears when the function
is ON.


You may want to use the Tuning control when in Transceiver Lock mode. Access Menu
No.9 (ENG) to switch the Tuning Control Enable function ON or OFF(default)

AUTOMATIC POWER OFF (APO)
Automatic Power Off is a background function that monitors whether any keys have been
pressed, or whether any control has been turned. After 1 hour passes with no operations,
APO turns OFF the power. However, 1 minute before the power turns OFF,
"APO"blinks and a series of warning tones sound.

Access Menu No.5 (APO) to switch the function ON(default) or OFF.

Note: If the squelch opens or any settings are changed during the 1 hour period while
APO is ON, the timer resets. When the squelch closes or you stop changing the settings,
the timer begins
counting again from 0.

The APO timer does not operate while Tone Alert or any scan other than Priority Scan is
being used.

BATTERY SAVER
Battery Saver becomes active when the squelch is closed and no key is pressed for more
than 10 seconds. This function becomes passive whenever the squelch is opened or any
key is pressed.

Access Menu No.4 (SAV) to switch the function ON(default) or OFF.


LAMP FUNCTION
You can illuminate the transceiver display by pressing (LAMP). Approximately 5 seconds
after releasing [LAMP], the light goes OFF if no other key is pressed Pressing any key
other than [LAMP] while the display is lit restarts the 5 second timer; pressing [LAMP]
turns OFF the light immediately.

To latch the light ON, press (F], [LAMP]. The light remains ON until you press [F],
[LAMP] again.

BEEP ON/OFF
The transceiver beeps each time you press a key on the keypad. You can also switch this
function OFF.

Access Menu No.6 (BP) to switch the function ON(default) or OFF.


SWITCHING AM/FM MODE
(U.S.A./ CANADA ONLY)

Your transceiver can also receive in AM mode.

Select the 118 MHZ band, then access Menu No.16(F/A) to select FM or AM (default).

A spade icon appears when you select AM mode.

TONE ALERT
Tone Alert provides an audible alar~ to indicate when signals are received on the
frequency you are monitoring. If used with CTCSS, the transceiver beep only when
receiving the same CTCSS tones as you selected.

Select the desired band, then press (F], (7] to switch Tone Alert ON (or OFF)
A bell icon appears when Tone Alert is ON.

When receiving correct signals, an alarm sounds and the bell icon starts blinking. Press the
PTT switch to quit Tone Alert.

The display shows the number of hours and minutes elapsed after signals were received.
After 99 hours and 59 minutes pass, counting stops. When the next signal received, the
time resets to 00.00 and counting continues. Each time a new signal is received, the time
resets to 00.00.
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Note: While Tone Alert is ON, there is no speaker output when a signal is received. To
hear receive audio, press [MON].
When Tone Alert is ON, APO does not turn the power OFF

When Tone Alert is ON, you can use only the following functions

Lamp ON
Lamp Latch ON
Monitor
Squelch Level Select

PROGRAMMABLE VFO
If you want, you can set limits for the minimum and maximum frequencies that are
selectable using the Tuning control. For example, if you select 436 MHZ for the lower
limit and 437 MHZ for the upper limit, the tunable range will be from 436.000 MHZ to
437.975 MHZ.
This function will be useful it you always check frequencies within a certain range.

Note: You cannot program the 100 kHz and subsequent digits. The exact 100 kHz and
subsequent digits of the upper limit depend on the step size selected.

You can select the lower and upper limits within the allowable receive frequency range
that differs depending on the markets.

1 Press [VFO] to select VFO mode.

2 Select the desired band.

3 Press [F], [BAND] to enter Menu mode.

4 Select Menu No.3 (PRO VFO).

5 Press [BAND], then select the lower frequency limit using the Tuning control.

6 Press [BAND] again, then select the upper frequency limit using the Tuning control.


7 Press [BAND] once again to complete the setting.

8 Press any key other than [BAND], [LAMP], and [MONI] to exit Menu mode.


CHANGING SPEAKER CONFIGURATIONS
If using an optional speaker microphone, you can select whether you will hear audio from
only the speaker microphone or both the speaker microphone and transceiver. The default
is "speaker microphone only".

1 Press [F], [BAND] to enter Menu Mode.

2 Select Menu No.14 (SP).

3 Press [BAND] to select "ONE" (default) or "BOTH".

4 Press any key other than [BAND], [LAMP], and [MONI] to exit Menu mode.

KEYPAD DIRECT ENTRY
You can select the desired operating frequency or memory channel by entering digits
directly from the keypad. Enter the next digit within 10 seconds.

Frequency Entry

1 Press [VFO] to select VFO mode.

2 Select the desired band.

3 Press the numeric keys in sequence on the keypad.

Enter the digits in order from the most significant down to the least significant.

Note: When the current step size is 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 50, or 100 kHz, the 1 kHz digit
is corrected according to which key is pressed for the 1 kHz digit. Pressing [0] [4] selects
"0" and
pressing [51 [9] selects "5".

When the current step size is &25 kHz or 12.5 kHz, the 1 kHz and subsequent digits are
corrected according to which keys are pressed for the 10 kHz and 1 kHz digits.

Memory Channel Number Entry

1 Press [MR] to enter Memory Recall mode.
The memory channel used last is recalled.

2 Press the numeric keys to enter a 3-digit memory channel number.

To recall channel 3, for example, enter "003".
If you enter a memory channel that does not contain data, an error beep sounds.
Note: You cannot recall a Program Scan channel nor the Priority
channel with keypad direct entry

CHANGING FREQUENCY STEP SIZE
Choosing the correct step size is essential in order to select your exact receive frequency
using the Tuning control. The default step size on the VHF band is 5 kHz
(U.S.A./Canada) or 12.5 kHz (Europe/General). The default on the UHF band is 25 kHz
no matter which market version.

1 Press [VFO] to select VFO mode.

2 Select the desired band.

3 Press [F), [MHZ].
The current step size appears

4 Turn the Tuning control to select the desired step size.
The selectable step sizes are 5, 6.25,10,12.5, 15, 20, 25, 30, 50, and 100kHz.

5 Press any key other than [LAMP] and [MONI) to complete the setting.

Note: Changing between step sizes may correct the displayed
frequency For example, it 144.995 MHZ is displayed with a 5 kHz
size selected, changing to a 12.5 kHz step size corrects the displayed frequency to
144.9875 MHZ.


MICROPHONE CONTROL
After connecting the optional SMC-33 or SMC-34 speaker microphone, you can change
numerous transceiver settings without using the transceiver keys or controls. The 1, 2, and
3 keys located on the top of the microphone are programmable with the transceiver key (or
key combination) function. The assigned default functions are as follows:

[1]: Band select
[2]: VFO/ Memory Recall mode switch
(3]: Call channel recall (TH-G71 E: Transmit power select)

Note: Turn OFF The transceiver power before connecting the optional speaker
microphone.
If the LOCK switch located on the rear of the microphone is ON, you cannot re-program
the Programmable Function keys.

1 Press one of the following key combinations depending on which key you want to re-
program:

Mic [1]+ POWER ON ("PF 1" appears)
Mic [2]+ POWER ON (APF 2" appears)
Mic [3]+ POWER ON ("PF 3" appears)

2 Press a key or key combination on the transceiver that you want to assign. To assign
the Up function, rotate the Tuning control clockwise. To assign the Down function, rotate
the Tuning control counterclockwise. Pressing the PTT switch assigns the VFO/MR
switch. Pressing [0] to [9] allows you to recall a memory channel number 0 to 9.
You can assign the following key combinations:

[LAMP]; Lamp Latch ON/OFF

[BAND] Menu mode select

[LOW] Tone ON/OFF

[1]Squelch level select

[4]Memory name store

[5]Memory name/frequency

[6] CTCSS ON/OFF

[7] TONE ALERT ON/OFF

[8] Priority Scan ON/OFF

[9] Tone frequency select

[0]Memory Channel Lockout ON/OFF

[VFO] Memory ~ VFO transfer

[MR] Memory channel store

[CALL] Call channel store

[MHZ] Frequency step size select

[REV] select Offset direction

GENERAL INFORMATION SERVICE NOTE
Your transceiver has been factory aligned and tested to specification before shipment. 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. Attempting service or alignment without factory
authorization can void the transceiver warranty.
SERVICE
When returning the equipment to your dealer or service center for repair, pack the
transceiver in its original box and packing material. Include a full description of the
problems experienced. Include both your telephone number and fax number (if available)
along with your name and address in case the service technician needs to call you. Don't
return accessory items unless you feel they are directly related to the service problem. You
may return your transceiver for service to the authorized KENWOOD dealer from whom
you purchased it or any authorized KENWOOD service center. A copy of the service
report will be returned with the transceiver. Please do not send subassemblies or printed
circuit boards. Send the complete transceiver.

Tag all returned items with your name and call sign for identification. Please mention the
model and serial number of the transceiver in any communication regarding the problem.
If you desire to correspond on a technical or operational problem, please make your note
short, complete, and to
the point. Help us help you by providing the following:

1 Model and serial number of equipment

2 Question or problem you are having

3 Other equipment in your station pertaining to the problem

4 Meter readings

5 Other information (Menu setup, mode, frequency, button sequence to induce
malfunction, etc.)

CAUTION: DO NOT PACK THE EQUIPMENT IN CRUSHED NEWSPAPERS FOR
SHIPMENT! EXTENSIVE DAMAGE MAY RESULT DURING ROUGH HANDLING
OR SHIPPING.
Note:
Record the date of purchase, serial number and dealer from whom the transceiver was
purchased.

For your own information, retain a written record of any maintenance performed on the
transceiver When claiming warranty service, please include a photocopy of the bill of
sale, or other proof-of-purchase showing the date of sale.


CLEANING
Remove the controls from the transceiver when they become soiled and clean them with a
neutral detergent and warm water. Use a neutral detergent (no strong chemicals) and a
damp cloth to clean the case.

CHARGING THE NiCad BATTERY PACK
You must charge the battery pack before using it with the transceiver, or after storing the
pack removed from the transceiver for more than 2 months. It takes several charge
discharge cycles before achieving the full battery pack capacity.

CAUTION:
EXCEEDING THE SPECIFIED CHARGE PERIOD SHORTENS THE USEFUL LIFE
OF THE NiCad BATTERY PACK.

THE PROVIDED CHARGER IS DESIGNED TO CHARGE ONLY THE PROVIDED
PB-38 OR PB-39 NiCad BATTERY PACK CHARGING OTHER MODELS OF
BATTERY PACKS WILL DAMAGE THE CHARGER AND BATTERY PACKS.
Note:
Charging should be done within an ambient temperature between 5EC and 40EC (41E F
and 104EF). Charging outside this range may not fully charge the battery

Always switch OFF the transceiver equipped with the NiCad battery pack before charging
the transceiver. Using the transceiver while charging its battery pack will interfere with
correct charging.

Repeatedly recharging a fully charged battery pack; or almost fully charged pack, shortens
its operating time. To resolve this problem, use the pack until it is completely discharged.
Then recharge the pack to full capacity

If the operating time of a battery pack decreases although the battery pack is fully and
correctly charged, the battery pack life is over. Replace the battery pack.

CHARGING STEPS

1 Install the NiCad battery pack onto the transceiver

Confirm that the transceiver power is OFF.

2 Insert the DC plug from the charger into the DC IN jack on the transceiver.

3 Insert the charger AC plug into an AC wall outlet.

Charging starts and will take approximately 16 hours for PB-38 or 15 hours for PB-39.

4 After 16 hours (PB-38) or 15 hours (PB-39), remove the charger DC plug from the
transceiver DC IN jack.

5 Remove the charger AC plug from the AC wall outlet.

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.

Note: Unmodulated carriers may be received due to internal frequency relationships.
















Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action
Nothing appears on1 Low supply voltage 1 Recharge the battery pack
or
the display when the replace the batteries.
transceiver is 2 If using the optional DC cable: 2
switched ON, or the a) Bad power cable or connectionsa)check the power cord and
display is blinking connections, then
correct/replace
ON and OFF. . as necessary
b) Open (blown) power supply fuse b) Investigate the cause for
the
open fuse. Replace the fuse.

Most keys and the1 Transceiver Lock is ON (Key icon 1 Press (F] (1 s) to switch
OFF
Tuning control do is visible). Transceiver Lock.
not function. 2 The transceiver is in Channel2 Press (BAND]+ POWER
ON Display mode. . to exit Channel Display mode


3 Tone Alert is ON (Bell icon is3 Press (F], (7] to switch
OFF visible). Tone Alert.

Memory channels There is no data stored in any of theStore the desired frequencies

cannot be recalled.memory channels. memory channels.in 1 or more memory
channels

You cannot selectThe current frequency step size needsSelect the appropriate
frequency the exact desired to be changed. step
size
frequency
using the
Tuning Control

You cannot transmit1 You selected a frequency outside the1 Select a frequency
within the 9
even though you allowable transmit frequency range.allowable transmit frequency
press the PTT range.
switch. 2 You selected a transmit offset that2 Press [F], [REV]
repeatedly
places the transmit frequency outsideneither "+" nor "-"is
visible.
the allowable transmit frequency
range.
3 The TX Inhibit function is ON.3 Switch OFF the TX
Inhibit function.
4 The Tone Alert function is ON.4 Switch OFF the Tone
Alert function.
The transceiver The Automatic Power Off (APO)Switch OFF the APO
function switches OFF for no function is ON.
apparent reason.

Packet operation1 Physical connections between the1 Recheck all connections
using
results in no transceiver, computer, and TNC arethis manual your TNC
manual,
connects with otherincorrect, or software settings in thecomputer hardware manual
as
stations. TNC are wrong. reference.
2 Different transmit and receive2 If using VFO mode, switch
frequencies are being used. Usually,OFF the transmit offset. If
using you must use the same transmit andMemory Recall, select a
simplex receive frequency for packet.memory channel.



3 The modulation level from the TNC3 Adjust the TNC
modulation is incorrect. level according to the TNC
manual
.
4 There is multi-path distortion.4 Reorient the antenna. The
strongest signal does not alwaysprovide the best
operation on packet

5 The squelch is open. 5 Close the squelch.8

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

SMC-32 Speaker Microphone
SMC-33 Remote Control Speaker Microphone
SMC-34 Remote Control Speaker Microphone (with Volume Control)
HMC-3 Head Set with VOX/PTT
EMC-3 Clip Microphone with Earphone
PB-38 Standard Battery Pack (6 V! 650 mAh)
PB-39 High-power Battery Pack (9.6 V! 600 mAh)
BT-11 Battery Case
BC-17 Wall Charger
BC-19 Rapid Charger
PG-2W DC Cable
PG-3J Filtered Cigarette Lighter Cable
SC-45 Soft Case

CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL POWER SOURCE
You can connect the transceiver to a regulated power supply via an optional PG-2W cable,
or to the cigarette lighter socket in your vehicle via an optional PG-3J cable.

Note:
If input voltage exceeds approximately 18 V warning beeps sound and "DC ERR" appears
on the display

Using a Regulated Power Supply
Note:
Switch OFF the transceiver and power supply before making any connections.

Only use the power supplies recommended by your authorized KENWOOD dealer. The
supply voltage must be between 6 V and 16 V to prevent damaging the transceiver.

1 Connect the red lead of the optional PG-2W DC cable to the positive (+) terminal on
the power
supply. Connect the black lead of this cable to the negative (-) terminal.

2 Connect the barrel plug on the DC cable to the DC IN jack on the side of the
transceiver.

Using a Cigarette Lighter Socket
Connect the transceiver to the cigarette lighter socket in your vehicle using the optional
PG-3J Cigarette Lighter cable.
CAUTION: TO CONNECT AN EXTERNAL 24 V ROWER SOURCE VIA A DC-DC
CONVERTER, ONLY USE THE PG-3J CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE USING THE
PG-2W DC CABLE IN THIS SITUATION MAY CAUSE A FIRE.


Specifications
Specifications are subject to change without notice due to advancements in technology.
General VHF Band UHF Band
U.S.A./Canada 144 to 148 MHZ 438 to 450 MHZ
General Market 144 to 148 MHZ 430 to 440 MHZ
Europe 144 to 146 MHZ 430 to 440 MHZ
Mode F3E (FM)
Usable temperature range -20EC to +60EC (-4EF to +140EF)
External power supply (DC IN)5.5 to 16.0 V (13.8 V)
Rated voltage Battery terminals 4.5 to 15.0 V (6.0 V)
Receive with no signals Approx. 70 mA
Battery Saver ON Average 30 mA
Transmit with HI, 13.8 V (DC IN) 1.7 A Approx. 2.1 A
Current Transmit with HI, 9.6 V (battery terminals) 1.7 A Approx. 1.8
A
Transmit with HI, 6.0 V (battery terminals) 1.3 A Approx. 1.5 A
Transmit with LO, 6.0 V (battery terminals) Approx. 500 mA
Transmit with EL, 6.0 V (battery terminals) Approx. 300 mA
Ground method Negative
Dimensions (W x H x D, projections not included) 1 54 x 112 x 33.5 mm/ 2.13 x 4.41 x
1.32 in
Weight 1,2 Approx. 330g/ 11.6oz
Microphone impedance 2 kê
Antenna impedance 50ê

Transmitter VHF Band UHF Band
Power output
HI, 13.8V 6W 5.5W
HI, 9.6 V Approx. 5W Approx. 5W
HI, 6.0 V Approx. 2.5 W Approx. 2.2 W
LO, 6.0 V Approx. 0.5 W
Approx. 0.5 W
EL, 6.0 V Approx. 50 mW
Approx. 50 mW
Modulation Reactance
Maximum frequency deviationWithin 15 kHz
Spurious emissions -60 dB or less

Receiver VHF Band UHF Band
Circuitry Double conversion superheterodyne
1st intermediate frequency 38.85 MHZ
2nd intermediate frequency 450 kHz
Sensitivity (12 dB SINAD) 0.18 ~V or less
Squelch sensitivity 0.1 uV or less
Selectivity (-6dB) 12 kHz or more
Selectivity (-40 dB) 28 kHz or less
Audio output9.6 V (battery terminals) 500 mW or higher (8ê load)
(10O/o distortion) 6.0 V (battery terminals) 300 mW or
higher (8ê load)
1 With a PB-38 Installed
2 PB-38, antenna, and belt hook included

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