Kenwood TM-V708A User Manual

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KENWOOD CORPORATION
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
144/440 MHz FM DUAL BANDER
TM-V708A
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TM-V708

Kenwood TM-V708A Specifications

General

Frequency Range	144-148 MHz / 430-450 MHz
Mode	FM
CTCSS	Yes
DCS	Yes
Power Requirement	13.8V DC
Channels	200
Operating Temperature Range	-20°C to +60°C

Summary

Notices to the User

FCC WARNING

Warnings from the FCC regarding radio frequency energy.

Information to the Digital Device User Required by the FCC

FCC compliance information for digital devices.

Precautions

Chapter 1 Preparation

Supplied Accessories

List of items included with the transceiver.

Conventions Followed in this Manual

Explains writing conventions used in the manual.

Mobile Installation

Instructions for installing the transceiver in a vehicle.

DC Power Cable Connection

Instructions for connecting the DC power cable.

Replacing Fuses

Procedure for replacing blown fuses in the transceiver.

Antenna Connection

Instructions for connecting an antenna to the transceiver.

Accessory Connections

Details on connecting external accessories like speakers and microphones.

Fixed Station Installation

Instructions for setting up the transceiver for fixed station use.

Modular Plug Cable Connection

How to connect the front panel to the main unit using a modular cable.

Chapter 2 Your First QSO

Chapter 3 Getting Acquainted

Front Panel

Description of the transceiver's front panel controls and keys.

Main Unit

Overview of the front and rear connections of the main unit.

Microphone

Details about the microphone and its keys.

Indicators

Explanation of the indicators displayed on the transceiver.

Basic Transceiver Modes

Introduction to the basic operating modes like VFO and Memory Recall.

Key Function Display

How to interpret the key function labels on the display.

Band A & B

Explanation of how bands A and B are used and recalled.

TX Band and Control Band

Clarification of TX band vs. Control band concepts.

Mic Keypad Direct Entry (MC-58DM Only)

Using the microphone keypad for direct data entry.

Chapter 4 Operating Basics

Switching the Power On/Off

How to turn the transceiver on and off.

Adjusting the Volume

How to control the audio output level.

Selecting a Band

How to choose between band A and band B for operation.

Selecting a Frequency

How to tune to a desired operating frequency.

Adjusting the Squelch

How to set the squelch level to minimize background noise.

Transmitting

Steps for transmitting audio signals using the microphone.

Selecting Output Power

How to choose between high, medium, and low transmit power.

Chapter 5 Menu Setup

Menu Access

How to enter and navigate the transceiver's menu system.

Menu Configuration

Details on the available menu items and their settings.

Chapter 6 Operating Through Repeaters

Offset Programming Flow

Steps for programming repeater offsets for communication.

Programming Offset

How to set transmit frequency offsets for repeater access.

Selecting Offset Frequency

How to choose the specific offset frequency value.

Activating Tone Function

How to enable the tone function for repeater access.

Selecting a Tone Frequency

How to choose a specific tone frequency.

Automatic Repeater Offset

Function that automatically selects offset direction based on frequency.

Transmitting a 1750 Hz Tone

Procedure for transmitting a 1750 Hz tone for repeater access.

Chapter 7 Memory Channels

Simplex & Repeater or Odd-Split Memory Channel?

Explains memory channel types and their capabilities.

Storing Simplex Frequencies or Standard Repeater Frequencies

How to store simplex and standard repeater frequencies in memory.

Storing Odd-Split Repeater Frequencies

How to store odd-split repeater frequencies in memory.

Recalling a Memory Channel

How to retrieve stored frequencies and data from memory.

Clearing a Memory Channel

How to delete stored memory channel data.

Naming a Memory Channel

How to assign alphanumeric names to memory channels.

Call Channel

How to access and reprogram the dedicated Call channel.

Memory-to-VFO Transfer

Transferring memory contents to the VFO for editing.

Channel Display

Mode that displays memory channel numbers instead of frequencies.

Partial or Full Reset?

Options for resetting transceiver settings to default.

Chapter 8 Programmable Memory (PM)

Programmable Information

Details on settings that can be stored in Programmable Memory (PM).

Application Examples

Practical scenarios demonstrating the use of Programmable Memory.

Storing in PM Channels

How to save current transceiver settings into PM channels.

Recalling a PM Channel

How to load saved PM channel configurations.

Auto PM Channel Store

Function to automatically overwrite PM channels with current settings.

PM Channel Reset

Resets all PM channels to factory defaults.

Chapter 9 Scan

Scan Types

Overview of different scan modes available on the transceiver.

Visual Scan

Graphical display of frequency activity, showing busy channels.

Selecting the Number of Channels

How to configure the number of channels for Visual Scan.

Using Visual Scan

Detailed steps for operating the Visual Scan feature.

Call/VFO Scan

Monitors Call channel and current VFO frequency simultaneously.

Call/Memory Scan

Monitors Call channel and a selected memory channel simultaneously.

Selecting Scan Resume Method

Choosing how scanning resumes after detecting a signal.

VFO Scan

Scans all tunable frequencies on the band.

Memory Scan

Scans all programmed memory channels.

Locking Out a Memory Channel

Prevents specific memory channels from being scanned.

Group Scan

Scans memory channels organized into groups.

Program Scan

Scans a user-defined frequency range.

MHz Scan

Scans a 1 MHz segment of the band around the current frequency.

Chapter 10 Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System (CTCSS)

Using CTCSS

How to use CTCSS to filter calls based on tone frequency.

CTCSS Frequency ID

Scans frequencies to identify the correct CTCSS frequency.

Chapter 11 Digital Code Squelch (DCS)

Using DCS

How to use DCS to filter calls based on digital codes.

DCS Code ID

Scans frequencies to identify the correct DCS code.

Chapter 12 Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Functions (With MC-58DM Only)

DTMF Monitor

Monitors DTMF tones transmitted by the microphone.

Manual Dialing

Steps for sending DTMF tones manually.

Automatic Dialer

Stores and dials DTMF numbers automatically.

Transmitting a Stored DTMF Number

How to send a pre-stored DTMF number.

Selecting TX Speed

Adjusts the speed of DTMF number transmission.

Selecting Pause Duration

Sets the pause time between DTMF digits.

Chapter 13 Programmable Function (PF) Keys

Programmable Function (PF) Keys

Explains how to assign functions to PF keys.

Chapter 14 Auxiliary Functions

Advanced Intercept Point (AIP)

Helps reduce interference and audio distortion on the VHF band.

Intermodulation and Sensitivity Adjustments

Feature to reduce RF interference from high intermodulation.

Power-On Message

How to program a custom message displayed on power-on.

Display Demonstration

Shows preprogrammed displays for demonstration.

Display Dimmer

Adjusts display brightness for different lighting conditions.

Display Contrast Adjust

Adjusts display contrast for optimal visibility.

Auto Dimmer Change

Automatically adjusts display brightness temporarily.

Positive/ Negative Reversal

Changes display color scheme between positive and negative.

Blanking a Band Display

Turns off the display for an unused band to save power.

Automatic Band Change (ABC)

Temporarily switches RX band to TX band for replying to callers.

Transceiver Lock

Disables most functions to prevent accidental changes.

All-Control Lock

Disables all functions except power ON/OFF.

S-Meter Squelch

Opens squelch only for signals meeting a specific S-meter setting.

Squelch Hang Time

Adjusts delay before squelch closes after signal loss.

Key Beep On/Off

Enables or disables audible feedback for key presses.

Changing Beep Volume

Adjusts the volume of key press beeps.

Switching FM/AM Mode

Selects FM or AM mode for reception on specific bands.

Time-Out Timer (TOT)

Limits transmission time to prevent repeater time-outs or conserve battery.

Automatic Power Off (APO)

Automatically turns off the transceiver after a period of inactivity.

Changing Speaker Configurations

Sets up how internal and external speakers function.

Speaker Mute

Mutes audio on the non-TX band.

Chapter 15 Microphone Control (With MC-58DM Only)

Microphone Control

How to change transceiver settings using the microphone keys.

Chapter 16 Packet Operation

Packet Operation

Introduction to sending and receiving data packets.

Connecting with a TNC and Personal Computer

How to connect a TNC and computer for packet communication.

Selecting a Data Transfer Rate

Sets the data transfer speed for packet communication.

Chapter 17 Wireless Remote Control

Preparation

Steps to prepare for wireless remote control operation.

Control Operation

How to operate the transceiver remotely using a handheld.

Chapter 18 Repeater Function

Repeater Function

Enables receiving on one band and transmitting on another.

Chapter 19 VS-3 Voice Synthesizer (Optional)

VS-3 Voice Synthesizer (Optional)

Adds voice announcements for transceiver modes and settings.

Chapter 20 Optional Accessories

Chapter 21 Installing Options

Installing the VS-3 Voice Synthesizer Unit

Step-by-step guide to installing the VS-3 voice synthesizer.

Installing the PG-4X Extension Cable Kit

Instructions for installing the extension cable kit.

Chapter 22 Maintenance

General Information

General advice on product maintenance and service.

Service

Procedures for returning the product for repair or service.

Service Note

Guidelines for contacting service with problem descriptions.

Cleaning

Instructions on how to clean the transceiver's case.

Troubleshooting

Specifications