■ Functions for transmit
ï Transmit power selection
The transceiver has 3 selectable power output levels.
High power allows longer distance communications
and low power reduces power consumption.
q Push [I/O] to enter the Quick set mode while trans-
ceiver’s power is ON.
w Push [
∫∫
] or [
√√
] to select ‘TX PWR.’
e Push [
ΩΩ
CLR] or [OK
≈≈
] to select the desired out-
put power.
• Output power is selectable in 3 steps (LOW, MID and
HI).
r Push [I/O] to exit the Quick set mode and return to
the normal operating mode.
ï Microphone compressor
IC-F7000 has a built-in, low distortion Mic compres-
sor circuit. This circuit increases your average talk
power in SSB mode and is especially useful when the
receiving station is having difficulty copying your sig-
nal.
q While pushing and holding [OK
≈≈
], turn power ON
to enter the Initial set mode.
w Push [
√√
] to select ‘GENERAL,’ then push [OK
≈≈
].
e Push [
√√
] to select ‘COMP,’ then push [
ΩΩ
CLR] or
[OK
≈≈
] to turn the mic compressor ON.
r Turn power OFF and ON, then select USB or LSB
mode.
t Push and hold [PTT] on the microphone, and
speak into the microphone at a normal voice level.