TH-D7A_TH-79AKSS_Sky_command_user.pdf

KENWOOD SKY COMMAND SYSTEM Operation Manual KENWOOD COMMINICATIONS CORPORATION KENWOOD COMMUNICATIONS CORPORATION This operation manual is used for the KENWOOD SKY COMMAND SYSTEM (hereinafter referred to as KSS), which is compatible with the TH-79AKSS and TH-D7A, which is available for sale on a limited basis. KENWOOD SKY COMMAND SYSTEM TH-D7A: Refer to the TH-D7A Instruction manual (page 83) for instructions on how to use the KSS with the TH-D7A transceiver. Notes: PG-4R modification necessary when KSS II operation with the TH-D7A. Please cut the white wire carefully (TH-D7A ONLY). TH-79AKSS:(Does not work on the other TH-79 series) KSS provides a system wherein the portable transceiver is used as a wireless remote control, microphone, and repeater used in operation with the TS-570S(G)/D(G) and/or TS-870S HF transceivers. Wireless remote control operation has been achieved through the utilization of the portable transceivers DTMF and CTCSS functions, and the HF transceivers PC control functions. This system is capable of transmitting and receiving HF radio signals, changing over from transmit to receive, setting frequencies, switching memory channels, and other functions. KSS provides a wireless microphone system over a short distance. Accordingly, KSS is very useful in the following situations: Watching for DX, schedules, or tuning the bands while working around the house. Operating HF radio while relaxing in your living room, instead of in the shack. Operate without carrying a wired microphone around the shack. Operate HF while camping, picnicking, or at local sporting events (HF in the mobile). At present, KSS is capable of communication in voice mode. Please use SSB/AM/FM modes. To get the most out of this system, KSS allows HF memory channel operation, and fixed frequency operation, even if VFO is used. It is more effective if you operate by selecting HF operation frequencies and modes beforehand. KSS can control RIT, if required. In addition, KSS can operate VFO and can change the frequency in steps. Therefore, the conventional operating method of tuning the VFO is not suitable in this system. Downloaded by? RadioAmateur.EU 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS KSS OPERATION. 2 SUPPLIED EQUIPMENT. 3 OPERATION. 3 Outline. 3 Equipment Interface. 3 Setting the Mode. 3 CMD SYSTEM . 3 Setup Procedure. 3 Setup Cancellation . 3 Other Limits in CMD Mode. 3 KSS KEYPAD FUNCTIONS. 4 EXPLANATION OF FUNCTIONS . 4 TRP SYSTEM. 5 Setup Procedure. 5 Setup Cancellation . 5 RS-232C SETUP . 5 HF TRANSCEIVER SETUP. 5 COMMON ITEMS FOR TRANSMISSION/RECEPTION. 5 Confirmation of Preparation. 5 System Initial Set Up. 5 RECEPTION OPERATION. 6 AF Volume Control Set Up on the HF Transceiver. 6 TRANSMISSION OPERATION. 6 HF TRANSCEIVER FREQUENCY SELECTION. 6 VFO Operation. 6 Memory Channel Operation. 6 MODE CHANGEOVER. 7 OTHER FUNCTIONS . 7 RIT Function. 7 Voice Frequency Read-Back. 7 BUSY Control Function. 7 OPERATING HINTS. 7 2 440MHz band: Voice signal to the HF transceiver 440MHz band: Control signal to the HF transceiver COMMANDER (CMD) TH-79AKSS 440 MHz 144 MHz The operator controls the HF transceiver from the portable COMMANDER (CMD) TH-79AKSS. The received HF signal is re-transmitted by the TRANSPORTER (TRP) TH-79AKSS on the 144 MHz band. Voice is transmitted from the CMD unit on the 440 MHz band. The control signals, for frequency and functions of the HF transceiver, are sent from the CMD unit on the 440 MHz band. With the (optional) VS-3 voice unit installed in the HF transceiver, the operator can confirm the HF frequency. 144 MHz band: HF receive audio TRANSPORTER (TRP) TH-79AKSS 440 MHz 144 MHz I /O UNITHF TRANSCEIVER TS-570D(G)/S(G) or TS-870S RS-232C MIC IN SP OUT HF ANT Note: NCarefully select a frequency in the 440 MHz band for transmission from the CMD to the TRP (according to FCC regulations). NThis system uses duplex operation. N440 MHz (UHF) voice identification. FCC Rule 97.119, Station Identification. Each amateur station, except a space station or telecommand station, must transmit its assigned call sign on its transmitting channel at the end of each communication, and at least every 10 minutes during a communication, for the purpose of clearly making the source of the transmissions from the station known to those receiving the transmissions. No station may transmit unidentified communications or signals, or transmit as the station call sign, any call sign not authorized to the station. TH-79AKSS TRP MODE 2.5mm (1/10”) SP 3.5mm (1/8”) MIC 3.5mm(1/8”) 2-conductor plug TS-570D(G)/S(G) or TS-870S (Rear) This 2.5mm (1/10”) jack is for use only with the TH-D7A transceiver. TS-570D(G)/S(G) or TS-870S (Front) 3 ITEMQUANTITY I/O UNIT1 ?2.5mm Stereo Cable1(use for TH-D7A only) Operation Manual1 OPERATION IOutline To operate the system, follow these basic procedures. 1) Connect the two TH-79AKSSs, the I/O UNIT, and the HF transceiver (TS-570D(G)/S(G) or TS-870S). 2) Place one of the TH-79AKSSs in CMD mode, and the other in TRP mode. 3) Set up your HF transceiver. 4) Start your operation. IEquipment Interface Connect the equipment as shown on page 2. Be sure to turn OFF the HF power source and the two TH-79AKSSs before beginning. ISetting the Mode Note: The security code for your KSS consists of both your DTSS code and your CTCSS frequency. This system is set up to operate only if the DTSS code, and CTCSS frequency is matched on the 440 MHz band, between the two portable transceivers. You must decide these two settings. The same frequencies and DTMF code MUST be used when setting up the TRP mode. The received HF signal is transmitted from the TRP to the CMD on the 144 MHz band. Choose a frequency which does not interfere with local stations. The transmit (TX) voice signal and control signals for HF are transmitted from the CMD to the TRP on the 440 MHz band. Choose a frequency which does not interfere with other local stations. MEMO DTSS CODE CTCSS FREQUENCY FREQUENCY IN THE 144 MHz BAND FREQUENCY IN THE 440 MHz BAND ISetup Procedure 1) Turn the power ON for the portable transceiver being used for CMD. 2) Set up its DTSS code and CTCSS frequency on the 440 MHz band, its operating frequency on the 144 MHz band, and its operating frequency on the 440 MHz band. (For operation of the TH-79AKSS, refer to its Operation Manual). 3) Turn off the transceivers power. 4) Press and hold the PTT and VFO buttons, then turn on the transceivers power. The following display appears when the CMD mode is setup successfully. Note: N Turn OFF the following functions: transmit inhibit, DTSS, paging, bell, and ABC. NUsing a high CTCSS frequency may cause an audible tone to be output from the speaker of the HF transceiver. If this happens, select a lower CTCSS frequency which does not cause the problem. ISetup Cancellation 1) Turn OFF the CMD transceivers power. 2) Push and hold the PTT and VFO buttons, then turn ON the transceivers power. Cancellation is successful when “Sky” and “Cmd” no longer appear on the screen. CMD mode provides the set-up for sending “orders” to the HF transceiver, and receiving band activity from the HF transceiver. When you push the PTT button on the CMD, it transmits. At the same time, the HF transceiver also transmits. The received volume can be controlled on the CMD. Several of the DTMF keys have specific purposes in controlling the HF transceiver. (See the diagram on page 4). IOther Limits in CMD Mode While the HF transceiver is in CMD mode, extra functions such as lamp, monitor, and power change-over will operate along with the functions mentioned above. All other functions are inhibited. For example, in order to change the frequency, you must first return to the conventional operation mode. 4 EXPLANATION OF FUNCTIONS 1) HF PWR ON Turns ON the HF transceiver. Enters the number 1 in VFO or MR Enter mode. 2) RX ON Allows you to listen to the received signal from the HF transceiver. (The TRP transmits the received HF signals on the 2 m band, to the CMD). Enters the number 2 in VFO or MR Enter mode. 3) RIT ON Turns ON the HF transceiver RIT. Enters the number 3 in VFO or MR Enter mode. 4) HF POWER OFF Turns OFF the HF transceiver. Enters the number 4 in VFO or MR Enter mode. 5) RX OFF Stops retransmitting the received signal from the HF transceiver. (The TRP discontinues transmission of the received HF signals on the 144 MHz band, to the CMD). Enters the number 5 in VFO or MR Enter mode. 6) RIT OFF Turns OFF the HF transceiver RIT. Enters the number 6 in VFO or MR Enter mode. 7) RIT DOWN Lowers the RIT frequency by one step if the RIT is ON. Enters the number 7 in VFO or MR Enter mode. 8) RIT CLR When RIT is ON, this function clears the RIT frequency and resets it. Enters the number 8 in VFO or MR Enter mode. 9) RIT UP Increases the RIT frequency by one step when the RIT is ON. Enters the number 9 in VFO or MR Enter mode. *)DOWN When the HF transceiver is in VFO mode, this function decreases the VFO frequency by one step. When the HF transceiver is in M. CH mode, it decreases (decrements) the memory channel by one. O) MODE Changes the HF transceiver mode. Select between USB and LSB. Enters the number 0 in VFO or MR Enter mode. Note: This function does not operate with other modes of operation. # #) UP When the HF transceiver is in VFO mode, this function increases the VFO frequency by one step. When the HF transceiver is in M. CH mode, it increases (increments) the memory channel by one. A) VFO A When the HF transceiver is in VFO B, pressing this key will change over to VFO A. B) VFO B When the HF transceiver is in VFO A, pressing this key will change over to VFO B. C) MR When the HF transceiver is in VFO mode, it changes over to M. CH operation. D) VOICE Allows you to listen to and confirm the HF frequency. The (optional) VS-3 must be installed in the HF transceiver. A1 D#0 9 654 D O W NM O D EU PV O I C E RIT DOWN HF PWR OFF HF PWR ON V F O R X O NR I T O NV F O A V F O B M RRIT CLRR I T U P R X O F FRIT OFF M R 23 78 * B C 5 ISetup Procedure 1) Turn ON the transceiver being used for TRP. 2) Set up its DTSS code and CTCSS frequency on the 440 MHz band, its operation frequency on the 144 MHz band, and its operation frequency on the 440 MHz band. (These settings must be the same as those in the CMD mode). 3) Turn OFF the transceivers power. 4) Press and hold the PTT and CALL buttons, and then turn ON the transceivers power. The following display appears when TRP mode is set up successfully. Note: Using a high CTCSS frequency may cause an audible tone to be output from the speaker of the HF transceiver. If this happens, select a lower CTCSS frequency which does not cause the problem. ISetup Cancellation 1) Turn OFF the transceiv