Ten-Tec PARAGON - Page 5

INTRODUCTION
The PARAGON is a microprocessor
controlled HF transceiver designed for the
active, serious amateur. Incorporating the
latest digital technology, the PARAGON fea-
tures direct keypad frequency entry, dual digi-
tal VFOs, 62 memories (which store fre-
quency, mode, VFO selection, I-F bandwidth,
and a seven digit alphanumeric tag), memory
scan (with channel lockout), memory tune vía
the main tuning knob, and all solid state design
including the broadband "no tune" final power
amplifier.
The PARAGON covers all amateur
bands using CW (with full or semi break-in),
SSB (with built-in speech processor), RTTY
(true FSK or AFSK), and optional FM.
The general coverage receiver tunes
from 100 kHz to 29.999 MHz and includes
AM reception.
Chapters 1 and 2 of this manual cover in-
stallation and basic operation of the trans-
ceiver in order to quickly place the PARA-
GON into operation. Chapters 3 and 4 provide
a more detailed description of the
PARAGON's features, controls, and
operation. Chapter 5 describes the options
available for the PARAGON and how they
should be installed. Chapter 6 is the technical
reference section and contains detailed circuit
descriptions, circuit board pictorials and sche-
matic diagrams.
UNPACKING
Examine your Model 585 PARAGON
for signs of shipping damage. Should any
damage be apparent, notify the delivering
carrier or dealer immediately, stating the full
extent of the damage. Retain all damaged
cartons. Liability for shipping damage rests
with the carrier.
It is recommended that you keep the
shipping carton and fillers in the event that
storage, moving or reshipment becomes nec-
essary. Ап accessory packet, warranty card,
and manual are packed with the PARAGON.
Make sure that you have not overlooked any-
thing.