Kenwood Two Way Radio TH G71A User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
144/440 MHz FM DUAL BANDER  
TH-G71A  
144/430 MHz FM DUAL BANDER  
TH-G71A  
144/430 MHz FM DUAL BANDER  
TH-G71E  
KENWOOD CORPORATION  
© B62-0739-20 (K,E,T,M)  
09 08 07 06 05 04 03 02  
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NOTICES TO THE USER  
MICROPHONE CONTROL  
PRECAUTIONS  
ATTENTION (U.S.A. Only):  
The RBRC Recycle seal found on KENWOOD  
nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery packs indicates  
KENWOOD’s voluntary participation in an industry  
program to collect and recycle Ni-Cd batteries after  
their operating life has expired. The RBRC program  
is an alternative to disposing Ni-Cd batteries with  
your regular refuse or in municipal waste streams,  
which is illegal in some areas.  
Please observe the following precautions to prevent  
fire, 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.  
For information on Ni-Cd battery recycling in your area, call (toll free)  
1-800-8-BATTERY (1-800-822-8837).  
KENWOOD’s involvement in this program is part of our commitment  
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.  
to preserve our environment and conserve our natural resources.  
One or more of the following statements may be  
applicable:  
FCC WARNING  
When connecting the transceiver to a cigarette  
lighter socket in a vehicle, use the specified  
cigarette lighter cable (option).  
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.  
Do not expose the transceiver to long periods of  
direct sunlight nor place the transceiver close to  
heating appliances.  
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:  
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.  
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.  
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CONTENTS  
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ..................................... 1  
CONVENTIONS FOLLOWED IN THIS MANUAL .... 1  
CHAPTER PREPARATION  
CHAPTER  
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MENU SET-UP  
WHAT IS A MENU? ................................................ 10  
MENU ACCESS...................................................... 10  
MENU CONFIGURATION ...................................... 11  
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BATTERY OPERATING TIME .................................. 2  
INSTALLING THE NiCd BATTERY PACK ................ 2  
INSTALLING ALKALINE BATTERIES ...................... 3  
INSTALLING THE ANTENNA ................................... 4  
ATTACHING THE HAND STRAP ............................. 4  
INSTALLING THE BELT HOOK ............................... 4  
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OPERATING THROUGH REPEATERS  
REPEATER ACCESS ............................................. 12  
Selecting Offset Direction .................................. 13  
Selecting Offset Frequency ............................... 13  
Activating Tone Function ................................... 14  
Selecting a Tone Frequency .............................. 14  
Automatic Repeater Offset  
CHAPTER  
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FIRST QSO  
(U.S.A./ Canada/ Europe Only) ......................... 15  
GETTING ACQUAINTED  
REVERSE FUNCTION ........................................... 16  
ORIENTATION .......................................................... 6  
BASIC TRANSCEIVER MODES .............................. 6  
DISPLAY ................................................................... 7  
CHAPTER  
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MEMORY CHANNELS  
SIMPLEX&REPEATER OR ODD-SPLIT  
MEMORY CHANNEL? ........................................... 17  
CHAPTER  
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OPERATING BASICS  
STORING SIMPLEX FREQUENCIES OR  
STANDARD REPEATER FREQUENCIES ............. 18  
SWITCHING POWER ON/OFF ................................ 8  
ADJUSTING VOLUME ............................................. 8  
ADJUSTING SQUELCH ........................................... 8  
SELECTING A BAND ............................................... 9  
SELECTING FREQUENCIES .................................. 9  
STORING ODD-SPLIT REPEATER  
FREQUENCIES ...................................................... 18  
RECALLING MEMORY CHANNELS ..................... 19  
CLEARING MEMORY CHANNELS........................ 19  
NAMING MEMORY CHANNELS............................ 20  
TRANSMITTING ....................................................... 9  
Selecting Output Power ....................................... 9  
SWITCHING MEMORY NAME/ FREQUENCY  
DISPLAY ................................................................. 20  
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CALL CHANNEL..................................................... 21  
Recalling the Call Channel ................................ 21  
Changing Call Channel Contents ...................... 21  
CHAPTER  
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CONTINUOUS TONE CODED  
SQUELCH SYSTEM (CTCSS)  
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USING CTCSS ....................................................... 32  
Automatic Tone Frequency ID ........................... 33  
MEMORY VFO TRANSFERS ............................ 22  
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DUAL TONE MULTI-FREQUENCY  
(DTMF) FUNCTIONS  
CHANNEL DISPLAY FUNCTION ........................... 22  
INITIALIZING MEMORY ......................................... 23  
Partial Reset (VFO) ........................................... 23  
Full Reset (Memory) .......................................... 23  
MAKING DTMF CALLS .......................................... 34  
DTMF Tone TX Hold .......................................... 34  
Autopatch (U.S.A. and Canada) ........................ 34  
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SCAN  
STORING DTMF NUMBERS FOR AUTOMATIC  
DIALER ................................................................... 35  
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SCAN RESUME METHODS .................................. 25  
Selecting Scan Resume Method ....................... 25  
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CONFIRMING STORED DTMF NUMBERS .......... 35  
TRANSMITTING STORED DTMF NUMBERS....... 36  
VFO SCAN.............................................................. 26  
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MEMORY SCAN ..................................................... 26  
Locking Out Memory Channels ......................... 27  
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AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS  
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TX INHIBIT ............................................................. 37  
TRANSCEIVER LOCK ........................................... 37  
AUTOMATIC POWER OFF (APO) ......................... 37  
BATTERY SAVER................................................... 37  
LAMP FUNCTION .................................................. 38  
BEEP ON/OFF........................................................ 38  
MHz SCAN.............................................................. 27  
PROGRAM SCAN .................................................. 28  
Setting Scan Limits ............................................ 28  
Using Program Scan ......................................... 29  
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11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
CALL/VFO SCAN ................................................... 29  
CALL/MEMORY SCAN........................................... 29  
PRIORITY SCAN .................................................... 30  
Storing Frequency in Priority Channel .............. 30  
Selecting Priority Scan Method ......................... 31  
Using Priority Scan ............................................ 31  
SWITCHING AM/FM MODE  
(U.S.A./ CANADA ONLY) ....................................... 38  
TONE ALERT.......................................................... 38  
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PROGRAMMABLE VFO......................................... 39  
CHANGING SPEAKER CONFIGURATIONS ......... 39  
CONNECTING OTHER EXTERNAL  
EQUIPMENT........................................................... 48  
SPECIFICATIONS  
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE  
INDEX  
KEYPAD DIRECT ENTRY ...................................... 40  
Frequency Entry ................................................ 40  
Memory Channel Number Entry ........................ 40  
CHANGING FREQUENCY STEP SIZE ................. 40  
CHAPTER  
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MICROPHONE CONTROL  
MAINTENANCE  
GENERAL INFORMATION..................................... 42  
SERVICE ................................................................ 42  
SERVICE NOTE ..................................................... 42  
CLEANING.............................................................. 42  
CHARGING THE NiCd BATTERY PACK ............... 43  
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................ 44  
CHAPTER  
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES  
EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION AND  
CONNECTION  
CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL POWER  
SOURCE................................................................. 47  
Using a Regulated Power Supply...................... 47  
Using a Cigarette Lighter Socket....................... 47  
CONNECTING EQUIPMENT FOR REMOTE  
CONTROL .............................................................. 48  
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SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES  
CONVENTIONS FOLLOWED IN THIS MANUAL  
The writing conventions described below have been  
followed to simplify instructions and avoid unnecessary  
repetition.  
Accessory  
Quantity  
Part Number  
1
Antenna  
T90-0634-XX  
NiCd battery pack  
ATTENTION: MOST PROCEDURES REQUIRE THAT YOU PRESS AN  
APPROPRIATE KEY IN EACH STEP WITHIN APPROXIMATELY  
10 SECONDS, OR THE PREVIOUS MODE WILL BE RESTORED.  
PB-38 (6 V, 650 mAh)1  
1
1
W09-0909-XX  
W09-0911-XX  
PB-39 (9.6 V, 600 mAh)1  
Battery case (BT-11)1  
1
A02-2078-XX  
Instruction  
Press [KEY].  
What to do  
Battery charger  
U.S.A./ Canada  
United Kingdom  
Europe  
Press and release KEY.  
1
1
1
1
W08-0437-XX  
W08-0438-XX  
W08-0440-XX  
W08-0441-XX  
Press and hold KEY until  
the function begins.  
Press  
[KEY] (1 s).  
Press  
[KEY1], [KEY2].  
General  
Press KEY1 momentarily,  
release KEY1, then press  
KEY2.  
AC plug adapter2  
1
1
1
E19-0254-XX  
J29-0631-XX  
J69-0339-XX  
Belt hook  
Press  
[KEY1]+[KEY2].  
Press and hold KEY1, then  
press KEY2.  
Hand strap  
With transceiver power OFF,  
press and hold KEY, then  
press the PWR switch.  
Warranty card  
Press  
[KEY]+ POWER ON.  
1
U.S.A./ Canada/ Europe only  
1
Instruction manual  
B62-0739-XX  
1 Depending on the markets, PB-38, PB-39, or BT-11 is provided.  
2 Some General market versions only  
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PREPARATION  
2 Slide the battery pack along the back of the  
transceiver until the release latch on the base of the  
transceiver locks the battery pack in place.  
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BATTERY OPERATING TIME  
The following table shows the approximate battery life  
(hours) relative to the transmit output power.  
VHF Band  
UHF Band  
Batteries  
HI  
LO  
10  
8
EL  
13  
14  
40  
HI  
LO  
EL  
12  
14  
30  
4.5  
3.5  
14  
4.5  
8
PB-38 NiCd  
PB-39 NiCd  
Alkaline  
3.2 7.2  
14 27  
28  
INSTALLING THE NiCd BATTERY PACK  
Release latch  
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 NiCd BATTERY  
PACK” {page 43}.  
3 To remove the battery pack, push up the release  
latch, then slide the battery pack back.  
1 Position the two grooves on the inside bottom corners  
of the battery pack over the corresponding guides on  
the back of the transceiver.  
Release latch  
Guide  
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2 Insert (or remove) four AA (LR6) alkaline batteries.  
Be sure to match the battery polarities with those  
marked on the bottom of the battery case.  
INSTALLING ALKALINE BATTERIES  
WARNING!  
1
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 NiCd batteries.  
3 Align the two tabs on the battery case cover, then  
close the cover until the locking tab clicks.  
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.  
Tab  
When the battery voltage is low, replace all four old batteries with  
new ones.  
1 To open the battery case cover, push on the locking  
tab, then pull the cover.  
Locking tab  
4 To install the battery case onto (or remove from) the  
transceiver, follow steps 1 to 3 for INSTALLING THE  
NiCd BATTERY PACK {page 2}.  
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INSTALLING THE ANTENNA  
INSTALLING THE BELT HOOK  
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.  
Install the provided belt hook onto the back of the battery  
pack or the battery case.  
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To lock the cable of an optional speaker microphone, first  
position the cable over the left groove on the transceiver.  
Then install the belt hook. Last position the cable over the  
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.  
To remove the belt hook, pull the belt hook downward  
while pushing its tabs from both sides.  
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FIRST QSO  
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CAUTION:  
THE RECOMMENDED DUTY CYCLE IS  
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.  
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.  
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Press the PWR switch for 1 second or  
longer.  
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  
Turn the VOL control clockwise to the  
11 o’clock position.  
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Press [BAND] to select the VHF or  
UHF band.  
EQUIPMENT CONNECTED TO THE POWER  
SUPPLY.  
Turn the Tuning control to select a  
frequency.  
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Note: If input voltage exceeds approximately 18 V,  
warning beeps sound and “DC ERR” appears on  
the display.  
Press and hold the PTT switch, then  
speak in a normal tone of voice.  
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Release the PTT switch to receive.  
Repeat steps t and y to continue  
communication.  
Note: When received signals are too weak to recognize,  
press and hold [MONI] to hear clearer signals. You will,  
however, also hear background noise.  
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GETTING ACQUAINTED  
BASIC TRANSCEIVER MODES  
ORIENTATION  
This section introduces you to the basic modes you can  
select on this transceiver.  
VFO mode  
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Press [VFO] to select. In this mode you can change the  
operating frequency using the Tuning control.  
Antenna  
Tuning control  
VOL control  
PTT  
switch  
On Air/Busy  
lamp  
Memory Recall mode  
LAMP  
key  
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” {page 17}.  
Display  
MONI  
key  
Speaker/  
Microphone  
BAND  
key  
SP jack  
MIC jack  
Keypad  
LOW  
key  
PWR  
switch  
DC IN  
jack  
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Menu mode  
Ref.  
What You Press  
to Cancel  
What You Selected  
Indicator  
Page  
Press [F], [BAND] to select. In this mode you can  
change Menu Nos. using the Tuning control.  
Second function select  
mode  
[F]  
[F], [6]  
CTCSS  
32  
14  
2
[F], [LOW]  
Tone function  
Plus offset direction  
[F], [REV],  
[F], [REV]  
(TH-G71E: one  
more [F], [REV])  
3
13  
1
DISPLAY  
[F], [REV]  
(TH-G71E: one  
more [F], [REV])  
Minus offset direction  
13  
13  
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.  
Minus offset direction  
(–7.6 MHz)1  
[F], [REV]  
[REV]  
Reverse function  
Priority Scan  
Tone Alert  
16  
31  
38  
38  
[F], [8]  
[F], [7]  
AM mode  
Use Menu No.16  
Default setting  
High transmit power  
9
9
Low transmit power  
[LOW], [LOW]  
to restore default  
Economic low transmit [LOW] to restore  
9
power  
default  
Displays various alphanumeric information such as an  
operating frequency or menu selection.  
Battery Saver  
Automatic Power Off  
Transceiver Lock  
37  
37  
37  
Use Menu No. 4  
Use Menu No. 5  
[F] (1 s)  
Memory Channel  
Lockout  
Displays the current memory channel when in Memory  
Recall mode.  
[F], [0]  
27  
18  
Memory channel  
containing data  
1 TH-G71E only  
Shows the strength of received signals. While  
transmitting, shows the current relative battery charge.  
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OPERATING BASICS  
SWITCHING POWER ON/OFF  
ADJUSTING SQUELCH  
1 Press the PWR switch (1 s) to switch ON the  
transceiver.  
The purpose of the Squelch function is to silence  
background noise output from the speaker (squelch  
closed) when no signals are present. When the squelch  
level is set correctly, you will hear sound (squelch  
opened) only while a station is actually being received.  
A beep sounds.  
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1 Press [F], [1].  
The current squelch level appears. The default is level  
2.  
1s  
1
2
2 To switch OFF the transceiver, press the PWR switch  
(1 s) again.  
2 Turn the Tuning control to select the squelch level in  
the range 0 to 5.  
ADJUSTING VOLUME  
Turn the VOL control clockwise to increase the audio  
level and counterclockwise to decrease the audio level.  
Select just the level at which the background noise is  
eliminated when no signal is present.  
The larger the level number you select, the stronger the  
signals you need to receive to hear.  
If background noise is inaudible because of the Squelch  
function, press and hold [MONI], then turn the VOL control.  
While pressing [MONI], you will hear background noise.  
3 Press any key other than [LAMP] and [MONI] to  
complete the setting.  
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SELECTING A BAND  
TRANSMITTING  
Press [BAND] to select the VHF or UHF band.  
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.  
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Note: If in Memory Recall mode {page 6}, press [VFO], then press  
[BAND] to select a band.  
Speaking too close to the microphone, or too loudly,  
may increase distortion and reduce intelligibility of your  
signal at the receiving station.  
SELECTING FREQUENCIES  
The battery meter shows the current relative battery  
charge.  
Turn the Tuning control clockwise to increase the  
frequency or counterclockwise to decrease the  
frequency.  
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.  
n Selecting Output Power  
Press [LOW] to select high (default), low, or  
economic low power (lowest).  
To change frequencies in steps of 1 MHz, press [MHz] first.  
1 MHz digit blinks. Pressing [MHz] again cancels this  
function.  
“HI”, “LO”, or “EL” appears to show the current selection.  
If you cannot select a particular frequency, the frequency  
step size needs to be changed. See “CHANGING  
FREQUENCY STEP SIZE” {page 40}.  
You can also select frequencies with the numeric keys. See  
“KEYPAD DIRECT ENTRY” {page 40}.  
Note: Selecting lower transmit power is a wise method to reduce  
battery consumption if communication is still reliable.  
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MENU SET-UP  
3 Press [BAND] to switch the selection.  
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.  
Depending on Menu Nos., press [BAND], then turn the  
Tuning control to select numeric values. Press [BAND]  
again to complete the setting.  
MENU ACCESS  
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4 Press any key other than [BAND], [LAMP], and  
[MONI] to exit Menu mode.  
1 Press [F], [BAND] to enter Menu mode.  
The last Menu No. used appears.  
2
1
2 Turn the Tuning control to select the desired Menu  
No.  
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MENU CONFIGURATION  
Ref.  
Menu  
Selections  
Default  
Description  
Page  
No.  
Time-Operated (TO)/ Carrier-  
Operated (CO)/ Seek (SE)  
1
Scan resume method  
Memory recall method  
25  
19  
Time-Operated  
All bands  
All bands (ALL)/  
Single band (ONE)  
2
3
Programmable VFO  
(Upper/ lower limits)  
Frequencies selectable on the  
band  
Upper/lower receive  
frequency limits on the band  
39  
5
37  
37  
38  
15  
13  
37  
35  
31  
37  
34  
4
5
Battery Saver  
ON/OFF  
ON  
Automatic Power Off  
Beep function  
ON/OFF  
ON  
6
ON/OFF  
ON  
7
Automatic Repeater Offset  
Offset frequency  
ON/OFF  
ON  
8
00.000 MHz to 29.950 MHz  
ON/OFF  
See reference page.  
OFF  
9
Tuning Control Enable  
DTMF number storing/ confirming  
Priority Scan method  
TX Inhibit  
10  
11  
12  
13  
See reference page.  
Mode A/ Mode B  
ON/OFF  
Mode A  
OFF  
ON/OFF  
DTMF Tone TX Hold  
OFF  
Single speaker (ONE)/  
Two speakers (BOTH)  
Speaker configuration  
Transceiver Control1  
AM/FM selection2  
14  
15  
16  
39  
38  
Single speaker  
ON/OFF  
OFF  
AM mode  
AM mode/ FM mode  
(U.S.A./Canada only)  
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.  
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OPERATING THROUGH REPEATERS  
Repeaters are often installed and maintained by radio  
clubs, sometimes with the cooperation of local  
businesses involved in the communications industry.  
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 and  
offset direction with respect to the receive frequency. In  
addition, some repeaters may require the transceiver to  
transmit a tone before the repeater can be used. To  
transmit this required tone, activate the Tone function  
and select a tone frequency.  
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.  
The required offset direction, offset frequency, and tone  
frequency depend on the repeater you are accessing.  
Consult your local repeater reference.  
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Flow Chart for Repeater Access  
Select a band.  
Select a receive frequency.  
Select an offset direction.  
Select an offset frequency.  
TX: 144.725 MHz  
TX tone: 88.5 Hz  
RX: 145.325 MHz  
Activate the Tone function, if necessary.  
Select a tone frequency, if necessary.  
Press the PTT switch.  
TX: 144.725 MHz  
TX tone: 88.5 Hz  
RX: 145.325 MHz  
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Selecting Offset Direction  
Selecting Offset Frequency  
Select whether the transmit frequency will be higher  
(+) or lower (–) than the receive frequency.  
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], [REV].  
Each time you repeat this key operation, the offset  
direction changes as shown below.  
1 Select the desired band.  
2 Press [F], [BAND] to enter Menu mode.  
3 Select Menu No. 8 (OFFSET).  
+
Simplex  
TH-G71A/E  
(VHF)  
TH-G71A  
(UHF)  
6
+
Simplex  
TH-G71E  
(UHF)  
4 Press [BAND], then select the appropriate offset  
frequency.  
: Programs –7.6 MHz offset.  
The selectable range is from 00.000 MHz to  
29.950 MHz in steps of 50 kHz.  
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:  
2
1
Move the receive frequency further inside the band.  
Change the offset direction.  
5 Press [BAND] again to complete the setting.  
Note: While using an odd-split memory channel or transmitting, you  
cannot change the offset direction.  
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 (–7.6 MHz).  
Note: After changing the offset frequency, the new offset frequency  
will also be used by Automatic Repeater Offset.  
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4 Turn the Tuning control to select a tone  
frequency.  
Activating Tone Function  
1 Select the desired band.  
5 Press any key other than [LAMP] and [MONI] to  
complete the setting.  
2 Press [F], [LOW] to switch the Tone function ON  
(or OFF).  
“T” appears when the Tone function is ON.  
Freq. (Hz)  
Freq. (Hz)  
Freq. (Hz)  
Freq. (Hz)  
67.0  
71.9  
74.4  
77.0  
79.7  
82.5  
85.4  
88.5  
91.5  
94.8  
97.4  
100.0  
103.5  
107.2  
110.9  
114.8  
118.8  
123.0  
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  
2
1
Note: You cannot use the Tone and CTCSS functions  
simultaneously. Switching the Tone function ON after activating the  
CTCSS deactivates the CTCSS.  
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TH-G71E only: When you access repeaters that require 1750 Hz  
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  
1750 Hz tones.  
Selecting a Tone Frequency  
1 Select the desired band.  
2
Press [F], [LOW] to activate the Tone function.  
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 1750 Hz tones.  
“T” appears.  
3 Press [F], [9].  
The current tone frequency appears and blinks.  
1
2
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1 Press [F], [BAND] to enter Menu mode.  
Automatic Repeater Offset  
(U.S.A./ Canada/ Europe Only)  
2 Select Menu No. 7 (ARO).  
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.  
3 Press [BAND] to switch the function ON (default)  
or OFF.  
U.S.A. and Canada versions  
This complies with the standard ARRL band plan.  
144.0  
145.5  
146.4  
147.0  
147.6  
148.0 MHz  
6
145.1  
146.0  
146.6  
147.4  
+
+
S
S
S
S
4 Press any key other than [BAND], [LAMP], and  
S: Simplex  
[MONI] to exit Menu mode.  
European versions  
144.0  
146.0 MHz  
145.6  
145.8  
S
S
S: Simplex  
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.  
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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 the transmit frequency are  
exchanged.  
“R” appears when the function is ON.  
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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.  
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MEMORY CHANNELS  
In memory channels, you can store frequencies and  
The data listed below can be stored in each memory  
channel:  
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.  
Simplex&  
Repeater  
Odd-split  
Parameter  
You can also store a name for each memory channel.  
For more information, see “NAMING MEMORY  
CHANNELS” {page 20}.  
Receive frequency  
Transmit frequency  
Tone frequency  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
N/A  
N/A  
N/A  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
SIMPLEX&REPEATER OR ODD-SPLIT MEMORY  
CHANNEL?  
Tone ON/OFF  
CTCSS frequency  
CTCSS ON/OFF  
Frequency step size  
Offset direction  
You can use each memory channel as a simplex&  
repeater channel or odd-split channel. Store only one  
frequency to use as a simplex&repeater channel or two  
separate frequencies to use as an odd-split channel.  
Select either application depending on the operations  
you have in mind.  
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Offset frequency  
Reverse ON/OFF  
Memory channel lockout  
Memory channel name  
Simplex&repeater channel allows:  
Simplex frequency operation  
Repeater operation with a standard offset  
(If an offset direction and offset frequency are stored)  
AM/FM mode selection  
(U.S.A./Canada only)  
Yes  
Yes  
Odd-split channel allows:  
Repeater operation with a non-standard offset  
Yes: Can be stored in memory.  
N/A: Not applicable  
Note: Not only can you store data in memory channels, but you can also  
overwrite existing data with new data.  
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7 Press [MR].  
STORING SIMPLEX FREQUENCIES OR STANDARD  
REPEATER FREQUENCIES  
The selected frequency and related data are stored in  
the memory channel.  
1 Press [VFO] to select VFO mode.  
If the memory channel selected in the previous step  
already contained data, the new data overwrites the  
previous data.  
2 Press [BAND] to select the desired band.  
3 Turn the Tuning control to select the desired  
frequency.  
STORING ODD-SPLIT REPEATER FREQUENCIES  
You can also enter digits directly from the keypad. See  
“KEYPAD DIRECT ENTRY” {page 40}.  
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.  
4 If storing a standard repeater frequency, select the  
following data:  
Offset direction {page 13}  
Tone ON, if necessary {page 14}  
Tone frequency, if necessary {page 14}  
If storing a simplex frequency, you may select other  
related data (CTCSS ON, CTCSS freq., etc.)  
1 Store the appropriate receive frequency by using  
steps 1 to 7 given for simplex or standard repeater  
frequencies.  
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5 Press [F].  
If necessary, select Tone ON {page 14} and tone  
frequency {page 14}.  
A memory channel number appears on the right and  
blinks.  
2 Select the appropriate transmit frequency.  
A triangle icon appears below the memory channel  
number if the channel already contains data.  
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.  
6 Within 10 seconds, turn the Tuning control to select  
the desired memory channel.  
Note:  
When you recall an odd-split memory channel, “+” 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.  
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RECALLING MEMORY CHANNELS  
CLEARING MEMORY CHANNELS  
1 Press [MR] to enter Memory Recall mode.  
1 Recall the desired memory channel.  
The memory channel used last is recalled.  
2 Switch OFF the power to the transceiver.  
3 Press [MR]+ POWER ON.  
A confirmation message appears.  
2
2 Turn the Tuning control to select the desired memory  
channel.  
1
You cannot recall empty memory channels.  
4 Press [MR] again.  
To restore VFO mode, press [VFO].  
The contents of the selected memory channel are  
erased.  
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”.  
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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.  
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}.  
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5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to enter up to 6 digits.  
NAMING MEMORY CHANNELS  
After selecting the 6th digit, you need not press [MR].  
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.  
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 in which you have  
stored frequencies and related data.  
Note: You can also name the Program Scan and Priority channels , but  
you cannot name the Call channel.  
The stored names can be overwritten by repeating steps 1 to 6.  
1 Recall the desired memory channel.  
The stored names can be erased by repeatedly pressing [VFO] in  
step 2 then pressing [F].  
2 Press [F], [4] to enter Memory Naming mode.  
The first digit blinks.  
The stored names also are erased by clearing memory channels.  
1
SWITCHING MEMORY NAME/ FREQUENCY DISPLAY  
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2
After storing memory names, you can switch the display  
between memory names and frequencies. You may  
sometimes want to confirm frequencies stored in named  
memory channels.  
If you recall a memory channel that has a name stored,  
the last digit blinks.  
1 Press [MR] to enter Memory Recall mode.  
3 Turn the Tuning control to select the first digit.  
You can select “0” to “9”, “A” to “Z”, “–”, “/, or a space.  
2 Press [F], [5] to switch between memory name and  
frequency display.  
4 Press [MR].  
The second digit blinks.  
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Changing Call Channel Contents  
CALL CHANNEL  
1 Select the desired band.  
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.  
2 Select the desired frequency and related data  
(Tone, CTCSS, etc.) using VFO mode or Memory  
Recall {page 19}.  
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 default frequency stored in the Call channel is  
shown below:  
The previous mode is restored.  
Version  
UHF  
VHF  
To also store a transmit frequency, proceed to the  
next step.  
144.000 MHz  
144.000 MHz  
440.000 MHz  
430.000 MHz  
U.S.A./ Canada  
Europe/ General  
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4 Select the desired transmit frequency.  
5 Press [F].  
The contents of the Call channel cannot be deleted;  
however, you can overwrite old data with new data as  
described in the following section.  
6 Press [PTT]+[CALL].  
The selected transmit frequency is stored in the Call  
channel, and the previous mode is restored.  
Recalling the Call Channel  
Note:  
1 Select the desired band.  
Transmit Offset status and Reverse status are not stored in an  
odd-split Call channel.  
2 Press [CALL] to recall the Call channel.  
Lockout status and memory names are not copied from a  
memory channel to the Call channel.  
To store data other than frequencies, select the data in step 2,  
not step 4.  
“C” appears.  
To restore the previous mode, press [CALL] again.  
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MEMORY VFO TRANSFERS  
CHANNEL DISPLAY FUNCTION  
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.  
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).  
1 Recall the desired memory channel or the Call  
channel.  
1
2
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.  
When in Channel Display mode, you cannot use the  
following functions:  
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].  
Band Select  
VFO Select  
7
Call Channel Recall  
Memory Name Store  
Memory VFO Transfer  
Memory Channel Store  
Memory Channel Clear  
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.  
Memory Name/ Frequency  
Display Switch  
Call Channel Store  
Priority Scan  
Call/ Memory Scan  
Partial/ Full Reset  
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.  
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Partial Reset (VFO)  
INITIALIZING MEMORY  
Use to initialize all settings except the memory  
channels, the Call channel, the DTMF channels, and  
Memory Channel Lockout.  
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.  
1 Press [VFO]+ POWER ON.  
A confirmation message appears.  
Note: While using the Channel Display or Transceiver Lock function,  
you cannot do Partial Reset nor Full Reset.  
2
VHF Band Defaults  
1
Frequency  
Step  
Tone  
VFO  
Version  
Frequency  
Frequency  
To quit resetting, press any key other than [VFO].  
2 Press [VFO] again.  
U.S.A./  
Canada  
144.000  
MHz  
⦆⦆⦆5 kHz  
88.5 Hz  
88.5 Hz  
7
Europe/  
General  
144.000  
MHz  
Full Reset (Memory)  
12.5 kHz  
Use to initialize all settings.  
UHF Band Defaults  
Version  
1 Press [F]+ POWER ON.  
A confirmation message appears.  
Frequency  
Step  
Tone  
VFO  
Frequency  
Frequency  
U.S.A./  
Canada  
440.000  
MHz  
25 kHz  
25 kHz  
88.5 Hz  
88.5 Hz  
2
Europe/  
General  
430.000  
MHz  
1
To quit resetting, press any key other than [F].  
2 Press [F] again.  
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SCAN  
This transceiver provides the following conventional  
scans in addition to “Priority Scan” {page 30} that may  
be new to you:  
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.  
Scan Type  
Scan Range  
All frequencies tunable on the band  
VFO Scan  
Frequencies stored in the memory  
channels  
Memory Scan  
MHz Scan  
All frequencies within 1 MHz range  
All frequencies in the range  
selected on the band  
Program Scan  
Call channel plus the current VFO  
frequency  
Call/VFO Scan  
Call/Memory  
Scan  
Call channel plus the memory  
channel last used  
8
Stop  
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.  
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SCAN RESUME METHODS  
Selecting Scan Resume Method  
1 Press [F], [BAND] to enter Menu mode.  
2 Select Menu No. 1 (SCAN).  
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.  
3 Press [BAND] to select Time-Operated (TO),  
Carrier-Operated (CO), or Seek (SE) mode.  
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.  
4 Press any key other than [BAND], [LAMP], and  
[MONI] to exit Menu mode.  
Seek mode  
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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.  
Note: Pressing and holding [MONI] causes the transceiver to stop  
scanning; releasing [MONI] causes it to resume scanning.  
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VFO SCAN  
MEMORY SCAN  
VFO Scan allows you to scan all frequencies from the  
lowest frequency to the highest frequency on the band.  
The current frequency step size {page 40} is used.  
Memory Scan allows all memory channels containing  
data to be scanned.  
1 Press [MR] (1 s).  
1 Select the desired band.  
The 1 MHz decimal blinks while scanning is in progress.  
Scan starts with the channel last recalled.  
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).  
8
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].  
3 To quit VFO 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.  
Note: The squelch must be closed for Scan to function.  
The squelch must be closed for Scan to function.  
The L0 to L9 and U0 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.  
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Locking Out Memory Channels  
MHz SCAN  
Memory channels that you prefer not to monitor while  
scanning can be locked out.  
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  
438.000 MHz to 438.975 MHz. The exact upper limit  
depends on the step size selected.  
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.  
1
2
Note: The L0 to L9 and U0 to U9 memory channels and the priority  
channel cannot be locked out.  
8
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].  
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5 Press [MR].  
PROGRAM SCAN  
The lower limit is stored in the channel.  
Program Scan is similar to VFO Scan except that you  
select the frequency range of the scan.  
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 U0 to U9.  
If you have selected for example L3 in step 4,  
select U3.  
Setting Scan Limits  
You can store up to 10 scan ranges in memory  
channels L0/U0 to L9/U9.  
9 Press [MR].  
8
The upper limit is stored in the channel.  
1 Select the desired band.  
10 To confirm the stored scan limits, press [MR], then  
select the L and U channels.  
2 Turn the Tuning control to display the desired  
lower limit.  
Note:  
3 Press [F].  
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.  
4 Turn the Tuning control to select a channel in the  
range L0 to L9.  
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Using Program Scan  
CALL/VFO SCAN  
1 Press [VFO] to select VFO mode.  
2 Select the desired band.  
Use Call/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 a frequency equal to or between the  
programmed scan limits.  
4 Press [VFO] (1 s).  
3 Select the desired frequency.  
The 1 MHz decimal blinks while scanning is in  
progress.  
4 Press [CALL] (1 s) to start Call/VFO Scan.  
The 1 MHz decimal blinks while scanning is in progress.  
Scan starts at the frequency currently displayed.  
5 To quit Call/VFO Scan, press any key other than  
[LAMP], [MONI], and [F].  
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].  
CALL/MEMORY SCAN  
Use Call/Memory Scan to monitor both the Call channel  
and the desired memory channel.  
8
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.  
1 Recall the desired memory channel.  
2 Press [CALL] (1 s) to start Call/Memory Scan.  
If the frequency steps of the lower limit and upper limit differ, you  
cannot use Program 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.  
If the current VFO frequency is within more than one  
programmed scan range, the range stored in the smallest  
channel numbers is used.  
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.  
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Storing Frequency in Priority Channel  
1 Select the desired band.  
PRIORITY SCAN  
You may sometimes want to monitor your favorite  
frequency on one band while operating on another band.  
Use Priority Scan. This Scan always monitors your  
favorite frequency in the background. When receiving  
signals on your specific frequency, the transceiver  
immediately recalls that frequency on the display and  
allows you to use it for QSO. First store your favorite  
frequency in the Priority channel and select one of the  
two Priority Scan methods.  
2 Select the desired frequency.  
3 Press [F].  
A memory channel number appears and blinks.  
4 Turn the Tuning control to select the Priority  
channel.  
“Pr” appears when you select the Priority channel.  
Note: If you do not operate any control or key for 3 seconds after signals  
drop, the transceiver resumes Priority Scan.  
5 Press [MR].  
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Note: Not only can you store data in the Priority channel, but you  
can also overwrite existing data with new data.  
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Selecting Priority Scan Method  
Using Priority Scan  
This transceiver prepares the following two modes for  
Priority Scan. Use mode B when you do not want  
Priority Scan to disrupt your current QSO.  
1 Press [F], [8] to activate Priority Scan.  
“PRI” appears.  
1
Mode A: Monitors the Priority channel every 3 seconds no  
matter whether or not signals are being received  
on the current operating frequency.  
2
Mode B: Monitors the Priority channel every 3 seconds  
only when no signals are present on the current  
operating frequency.  
When signals are received on the Priority channel, a  
beep sounds and the Priority channel frequency  
appears. In addition, “Pr” appears and blinks.  
1 Press [F], [BAND] to enter Menu mode.  
2 Select Menu No. 11 (PRI).  
8
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 Press [BAND] to select mode A (default) or mode  
B.  
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.  
4 Press any key other than [BAND], [LAMP], and  
[MONI] to exit Menu mode.  
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.  
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CONTINUOUS TONE CODED SQUELCH SYSTEM (CTCSS)  
You may sometimes want to hear calls from only specific  
USING CTCSS  
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.  
1 Select the desired band.  
2 Press [F], [6] to switch the CTCSS function ON (or  
OFF).  
“CT” appears when CTCSS is ON.  
1
Note: CTCSS does not cause your conversation to be private. It only  
relieves you of listening to unwanted conversations.  
2
Received  
3 Press [F], [9].  
The current CTCSS frequency appears and blinks.  
1
CTCSS frequency:  
82.5 Hz  
9
2
4 Turn the Tuning control to select a tone frequency.  
5 Press any key other than [LAMP] and [MONI] to  
complete the setting.  
CTCSS frequency:  
100.0 Hz  
6 When you are called:  
CTCSS frequency:  
82.5 Hz  
The squelch of your transceiver opens only when the  
selected tone is received.  
When you make a call:  
CTCSS: OFF  
Press and hold [PTT].  
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Note:  
Automatic Tone Frequency ID  
Skip steps 3 to 5 if you have already programmed the appropriate  
CTCSS frequency.  
This function automatically identifies the incoming  
tone frequency on a received signal.  
You can select a separate tone frequency for the CTCSS and Tone  
functions.  
1 Select the desired band.  
You cannot use the CTCSS and Tone functions simultaneously.  
Switching the CTCSS function ON after activating the Tone function  
deactivates the Tone function.  
2 Press [F], [6] (1 s) to activate the function.  
The current tone frequency appears and the 1 Hz  
decimal blinks.  
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 {page 8}.  
1
2
Freq. (Hz)  
Freq. (Hz)  
Freq. (Hz)  
Freq. (Hz)  
67.0  
71.9  
74.4  
77.0  
79.7  
82.5  
85.4  
88.5  
91.5  
94.8  
97.4  
100.0  
103.5  
107.2  
110.9  
114.8  
118.8  
123.0  
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  
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.  
9
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.  
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DUAL TONE MULTI-FREQUENCY (DTMF) FUNCTIONS  
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.  
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.  
MAKING DTMF CALLS  
1 Press [F], [BAND] to enter Menu mode.  
1 Press and hold the PTT switch.  
2 Select Menu No. 13 (2S).  
2 Press the keys in sequence on the keypad to send  
DTMF tones.  
The corresponding DTMF tones are transmitted.  
Freq. (Hz)  
697  
1336  
1477  
1633  
1209  
3 Press [BAND] to switch the function ON or OFF  
(default).  
1
2
5
8
0
3
A (CALL)  
B (VFO)  
C (MR)  
D (F)  
770  
4
6
9
4 Press any key other than [BAND], [LAMP], and  
[MONI] to exit Menu mode.  
852  
7
941  
(MHz)  
(REV)  
10  
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.  
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5 Press [BAND] to complete entry.  
The display for entering a channel number appears.  
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.  
6 Press a single key [0] to [9] to select the desired  
channel.  
1 Press [F], [BAND] to enter Menu mode.  
The entered number is stored in the selected channel.  
2 Select Menu No. 10 (DTMFMR).  
7 Press any key other than [BAND], [LAMP], [MONI],  
and [0] to [9] to exit Menu mode.  
CONFIRMING STORED DTMF NUMBERS  
1 Press [F], [BAND] to enter Menu mode.  
2 Select Menu No. 10 (DTMFMR).  
3 Press [BAND].  
The display for entering a DTMF number appears.  
10  
3 Press a single key [0] to [9] to select the desired  
channel.  
4 Use the keypad to enter the digits of the number to  
be stored.  
The number stored in the channel scrolls across the  
display accompanied by DTMF tones from the speaker.  
The corresponding DTMF tones are heard.  
If you enter incorrect digits, press [LOW] to erase all  
digits entered.  
4 Press any key other than [BAND], [LAMP], [MONI],  
and [0] to [9] to exit Menu mode.  
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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.  
1
2
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.  
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AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS  
TX INHIBIT  
AUTOMATIC POWER OFF (APO)  
You can disable the TX function to prevent unauthorized  
individuals from transmitting, or to eliminate the risk of  
accidentally transmitting by yourself.  
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. 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 “TXSTOP”.  
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.  
TRANSCEIVER LOCK  
This function prevents unauthorized individuals from  
changing the transceiver settings.  
The APO timer does not operate while Tone Alert or any scan other  
than Priority Scan is being used.  
Press [F] (1 s) to switch the function ON (or OFF).  
A key icon appears when the function is ON.  
BATTERY SAVER  
1s  
11  
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.  
You may want to use the Tuning control when in  
Transceiver Lock mode. Access Menu No. 9 (ENC) to  
switch the Tuning Control Enable function ON or OFF  
(default).  
Access Menu No. 4 (SAV) to switch the function ON  
(default) or OFF.  
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LAMP FUNCTION  
TONE ALERT  
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.  
Tone Alert provides an audible alarm to indicate when  
signals are received on the frequency you are  
monitoring. If used with CTCSS, the transceiver beeps  
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).  
To latch the light ON, press [F], [LAMP]. The light  
remains ON until you press [F], [LAMP] again.  
A bell icon appears when Tone Alert is ON.  
1
BEEP ON/OFF  
2
The transceiver beeps each time you press a key on the  
keypad. You can also switch this function OFF.  
When receiving correct signals, an alarm sounds and the  
bell icon starts blinking. Press the PTT switch to quit Tone  
Alert.  
Access Menu No. 6 (BP) to switch the function ON  
(default) or OFF.  
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 was  
received, the time resets to 00.00 and counting continues.  
Each time a new signal is received, the time resets to 00.00.  
SWITCHING AM/FM MODE  
(U.S.A./ CANADA ONLY)  
11  
Your transceiver can also receive in AM mode.  
Note:  
Select the 118 MHz band, then access Menu No. 16  
(F/A) to select FM or AM (default).  
While Tone Alert is ON, there is no speaker output when a signal is  
received. To hear receive audio, press [MONI].  
When Tone Alert is ON, APO does not turn the power OFF.  
When Tone Alert is ON, you can use only the following functions:  
A spade icon appears when you select AM mode.  
Lamp ON  
Lamp Latch ON  
Monitor  
Squelch Level Select  
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6 Press [BAND] again, then select the upper frequency  
limit using the Tuning control.  
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.  
2
1
This function will be useful if you always check  
frequencies within a certain range.  
7 Press [BAND] once again to complete the setting.  
8 Press any key other than [BAND], [LAMP], and  
[MONI] to exit Menu mode.  
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.  
CHANGING SPEAKER CONFIGURATIONS  
You can select the lower and upper limits within the allowable receive  
frequency range that differs depending on the markets.  
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 [VFO] to select VFO mode.  
2 Select the desired band.  
3 Press [F], [BAND] to enter Menu mode.  
4 Select Menu No. 3 (PROVFO).  
1 Press [F], [BAND] to enter Menu Mode.  
2 Select Menu No. 14 (SP).  
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5 Press [BAND], then select the lower frequency limit  
using the Tuning control.  
2
1
3 Press [BAND] to select “ONE” (default) or “BOTH”.  
4 Press any key other than [BAND], [LAMP], and  
[MONI] to exit Menu mode.  
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KEYPAD DIRECT ENTRY  
CHANGING FREQUENCY STEP SIZE  
You can select the desired operating frequency or  
memory channel by entering digits directly from the  
keypad. Enter the next digit within 10 seconds.  
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.  
Frequency Entry  
1 Press [VFO] to select VFO mode.  
2 Select the desired band.  
1 Press [VFO] to select VFO mode.  
2 Select the desired band.  
3 Press [F], [MHz].  
3 Press the numeric keys in sequence on the  
keypad.  
Enter the digits in order from the most significant  
down to the least significant.  
The current step size appears.  
1
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 [5] ~ [9] selects “5”.  
2
When the current step size is 6.25 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.  
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 100 kHz.  
Memory Channel Number Entry  
11  
1 Press [MR] to enter Memory Recall mode.  
5 Press any key other than [LAMP] and [MONI] to  
complete the setting.  
The memory channel used last is recalled.  
2 Press the numeric keys to enter a 3-digit memory  
channel number.  
Note: Changing between step sizes may correct the displayed  
frequency. For example, if 144.995 MHz is displayed with a 5 kHz step  
size selected, changing to a 12.5 kHz step size corrects the displayed  
frequency to 144.9875 MHz.  
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.  
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MICROPHONE CONTROL  
2 Press a key or key combination on the transceiver  
that you want to assign.  
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:  
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.  
[1]: Band select  
[2]: VFO/ Memory Recall mode switch  
[3]: Call channel recall (TH-G71E: Transmit power  
select)  
You can assign the following key combinations:  
Press [F], then press  
Note:  
Lamp Latch  
ON/OFF  
Priority Scan  
ON/OFF  
[LAMP]  
[BAND]  
[LOW]  
[1]  
[8]  
[9]  
Turn OFF the transceiver power before connecting the optional  
speaker microphone.  
Menu mode  
select  
Tone frequency  
select  
Memory Channel  
Lockout ON/OFF  
Memory VFO  
transfer  
If the LOCK switch located on the rear of the microphone is ON, you  
cannot re-program the Programmable Function keys.  
[0]  
Tone ON/OFF  
1 Press one of the following key combinations  
depending on which key you want to re-program:  
Squelch level  
select  
Memory name  
store  
Memory name/  
frequency change  
[VFO]  
[MR]  
[CALL]  
Mic [1]+ POWER ON (“PF 1” appears)  
Mic [2]+ POWER ON (“PF 2” appears)  
Mic [3]+ POWER ON (“PF 3” appears)  
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Memory channel  
store  
[4]  
Call channel  
store  
[5]  
Frequency step  
size select  
[6]  
CTCSS ON/OFF [MHz]  
Tone Alert  
[REV]  
Offset direction  
select  
[7]  
ON/OFF  
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MAINTENANCE  
GENERAL INFORMATION  
SERVICE NOTE  
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:  
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.  
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.)  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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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.  
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.  
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1 Install the NiCd battery pack onto the transceiver  
{page 2}.  
CHARGING THE NiCd 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.  
Confirm that the transceiver power is OFF.  
2 Insert the DC plug from the charger into the DC IN  
jack on the transceiver.  
DC IN jack  
CAUTION:  
EXCEEDING THE SPECIFIED CHARGE PERIOD SHORTENS THE  
USEFUL LIFE OF THE NiCd BATTERY PACK.  
THE PROVIDED CHARGER IS DESIGNED TO CHARGE ONLY  
THE PROVIDED PB-38 OR PB-39 NiCd BATTERY PACK.  
CHARGING OTHER MODELS OF BATTERY PACKS WILL  
DAMAGE THE CHARGER AND BATTERY PACKS.  
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.  
Note:  
Charging should be done within an ambient temperature between  
5°C and 40°C (41°F and 104°F). Charging outside this range may  
4 After 16 hours (PB-38) or 15 hours (PB-39), remove  
not fully charge the battery.  
the charger DC plug from the transceiver DC IN jack.  
Always switch OFF the transceiver equipped with the NiCd battery  
pack before charging the transceiver. Using the transceiver while  
charging its battery pack will interfere with correct charging.  
5 Remove the charger AC plug from the AC wall outlet.  
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.  
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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.  
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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.  
Page  
Ref.  
Probable Cause  
1 Low supply voltage  
Corrective Action  
Problem  
Nothing appears on  
the display when the  
transceiver is  
1 Recharge the battery pack or  
replace the batteries.  
2
3, 43  
2 If using the optional DC cable:  
switched ON, or the  
display is blinking  
ON and OFF.  
a) Bad power cable or connections  
a) Check the power cable and  
connections, then correct/replace  
as necessary.  
b) Investigate the cause for the  
open fuse. Replace the fuse.  
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b) Open (blown) power supply fuse  
Most keys and the  
Tuning control do  
not function.  
1 Transceiver Lock is ON (Key icon is  
visible).  
2 The transceiver is in Channel Display  
mode.  
3 Tone Alert is ON (Bell icon is visible).  
1 Press [F] (1 s) to switch OFF  
Transceiver Lock.  
2 Press [BAND]+ POWER ON to exit  
Channel Display mode.  
3 Press [F], [7] to switch OFF Tone  
Alert.  
37  
22  
38  
13  
Memory channels  
cannot be recalled.  
There is no data stored in any of the  
memory channels.  
Store the desired frequencies in  
memory channels.  
18  
40  
You cannot select  
the exact desired  
frequency using the  
Tuning control.  
The current frequency step size needs to  
be changed.  
Select the appropriate frequency step  
size.  
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Page  
Ref.  
Probable Cause  
Corrective Action  
Problem  
You cannot transmit  
even though you  
press the PTT  
switch.  
1 You selected a frequency outside the  
allowable transmit frequency range.  
2 You selected a transmit offset that  
places the transmit frequency outside  
the allowable transmit frequency  
range.  
1 Select a frequency within the  
allowable transmit frequency range.  
2 Press [F], [REV] repeatedly so  
neither “+” nor “–” is visible.  
9
13  
3 The TX Inhibit function is ON.  
4 The Tone Alert function is ON.  
3 Switch OFF the TX Inhibit function.  
4 Switch OFF the Tone Alert function.  
37  
38  
The transceiver  
switches OFF for no  
apparent reason.  
The Automatic Power Off (APO) function  
is ON.  
Switch OFF the APO function.  
37  
Packet operation  
results in no  
connects with other  
stations.  
1 Physical connections between the  
transceiver, computer, and TNC are  
incorrect, or software settings in the  
TNC are wrong.  
1 Recheck all connections using this  
manual, your TNC manual and your  
computer hardware manual as  
reference.  
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2 Different transmit and receive  
frequencies are being used. Usually,  
you must use the same transmit and  
receive frequency for packet.  
3 The modulation level from the TNC is  
incorrect.  
2 If using VFO mode, switch OFF the  
transmit offset. If using Memory  
Recall, select a simplex memory  
channel.  
3 Adjust the TNC modulation level  
according to the TNC manual.  
4 Reorient the antenna. The  
strongest  
13, 17  
13  
4 There is multi-path distortion.  
signal does not always provide the  
best operation on packet.  
5 The squelch is open.  
8
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES  
SMC-33  
Remote Control  
Speaker Microphone  
SMC-32  
Speaker  
Microphone  
SMC-34  
Remote Control Speaker  
Microphone (with Volume Control)  
HMC-3  
Head Set with  
VOX/PTT  
PB-38  
Standard Battery Pack  
(6 V/ 650 mAh)  
PB-39  
High-power Battery Pack  
(9.6 V/ 600 mAh)  
BT-11  
Battery Case  
EMC-3  
Clip Microphone  
with Earphone  
14  
BC-17  
Wall Charger  
BC-19  
Rapid Charger  
PG-2W  
DC Cable  
PG-3J  
Filtered Cigarette  
Lighter Cable  
SC-45  
Soft Case  
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EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION  
CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL POWER SOURCE  
Using a Cigarette Lighter Socket  
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.  
Connect the transceiver to the cigarette lighter socket  
in your vehicle using the optional PG-3J Cigarette  
Lighter cable.  
DC IN jack  
To Cigarette  
lighter  
socket  
Note: If input voltage exceeds approximately 18 V, warning beeps sound  
and “DC ERR” appears on the display.  
Using a Regulated Power Supply  
PG-3J cable  
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.  
CAUTION: TO CONNECT AN EXTERNAL 24 V POWER 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.  
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.  
DC-DC converter  
PG-3J  
24V  
24V  
24V  
12V  
15  
2 Connect the barrel plug on the DC cable to the DC  
Cigarette lighter socket  
IN jack on the side of the transceiver.  
PG-3J  
12V  
DC-DC converter  
DC IN jack  
PG-2W  
cable  
12V  
PG-2W  
Red  
Black  
To  
AC outlet  
Fuse  
Regulated power supply  
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CONNECTING OTHER EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT  
CONNECTING EQUIPMENT FOR REMOTE CONTROL  
When connecting an external speaker, an external  
microphone, or other equipment such as a TNC for  
packet radio to the SP jack or MIC jack, refer to the  
diagram below.  
Make connections as shown when remotely controlling  
equipment.  
Speaker  
Ground  
External  
speaker,  
TNC RX, etc.  
SP  
Ø2.5  
plug  
External  
speaker  
3.5 V  
MIC  
Ø2.5  
SP jack  
plug  
Ø3.5  
plug  
3.5 V  
MIC  
PTT  
External  
microphone,  
TNC TX, etc.  
Ø3.5  
plug  
PTT  
MIC jack  
Note 1  
Note 2 10µF  
External  
microphone  
Note 1: Voltage is developed across the 100 resistor in the 3.5 V line  
in the transceiver. When 2 mA flows, approximately 3.3 V is  
developed.  
Note 1  
Note 2 10 µF  
Note 1: Voltage is developed across the 100 resistor in the 3.5 V line  
in the transceiver. When 2 mA flows, approximately 3.3 V is  
developed.  
Note 2: A 10 µF capacitor is not required in the following cases:  
When the other equipment has DC blocking capacitors.  
When a 2-terminal electret condenser microphone is used.  
Note 2: A 10 µF capacitor is not required in the following cases:  
15  
When the other equipment has DC blocking capacitors.  
When a 2-terminal electret condenser microphone is used.  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
Specifications are subject to change without notice due to advancements in technology.  
VHF Band  
UHF Band  
General  
U.S.A./ Canada  
General Market  
Europe  
144 to 148 MHz  
144 to 148 MHz  
144 to 146 MHz  
438 to 450 MHz  
430 to 440 MHz  
430 to 440 MHz  
Frequency range  
Mode  
F3E (FM)  
Usable temperature range  
–20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F)  
5.5 to 16.0 V (13.8 V)  
4.5 to 15.0 V (6.0 V)  
Approx. 70 mA  
External power supply (DC IN)  
Battery terminals  
Rated voltage  
Receive with no signals  
Battery Saver ON  
Average 30 mA  
Transmit with HI, 13.8 V (DC IN)  
Transmit with HI, 9.6 V (battery terminals)  
Transmit with HI, 6.0 V (battery terminals)  
Transmit with LO, 6.0 V (battery terminals)  
Transmit with EL, 6.0 V (battery terminals)  
Approx. 1.7 A  
Approx. 1.7 A  
Approx. 1.3 A  
Approx. 2.1 A  
Approx. 1.8 A  
Approx. 1.5 A  
Current  
Approx. 500 mA  
Approx. 300 mA  
Ground method  
Negative  
Dimensions (W x H x D, projections not included) 1  
Weight 1, 2  
54 x 112 x 33.5 mm/ 2.13 x 4.41 x 1.32 in  
Approx. 330 g/ 11.6 oz  
Microphone impedance  
2 kΩ  
50 Ω  
Antenna impedance  
1 With a PB-38 installed  
2 PB-38, antenna, and belt hook included  
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VHF Band  
UHF Band  
Transmitter  
HI, 13.8 V  
6 W  
5.5 W  
HI, 9.6 V  
HI, 6.0 V  
LO, 6.0 V  
EL, 6.0 V  
Approx. 5 W  
Power output  
Modulation  
Approx. 2.5 W  
Approx. 2.2 W  
Approx. 0.5 W  
Approx. 50 mW  
Reactance  
Maximum frequency deviation  
Spurious emissions  
Within ±5 kHz  
–60 dB or less  
VHF Band  
UHF Band  
Receiver  
Double conversion superheterodyne  
38.85 MHz  
Circuitry  
1st intermediate frequency  
2nd intermediate frequency  
Sensitivity (12 dB SINAD)  
Squelch sensitivity  
450 kHz  
0.18 µV or less  
0.1 µV or less  
12 kHz or more  
Selectivity (–6 dB)  
Selectivity (–40 dB)  
28 kHz or less  
9.6 V (battery terminals)  
6.0 V (battery terminals)  
500 mW or higher (8 load)  
300 mW or higher (8 load)  
Audio output  
(10% distortion)  
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE  
Note:  
Ref.  
Page  
This guide covers only the  
Key Operation  
Function  
functions that require a small  
number of operation steps.  
Automatic Power Off  
(APO) ON/OFF  
[F], [BAND] Tuning control (Menu No. 5)  
[BAND] [F]  
[F], [BAND] Tuning control (Menu No. 4)  
[BAND] [F]  
37  
37  
Some functions ask you to press  
any key other than a couple of  
keys to complete the setting or to  
stop operation. In such a case,  
one recommended key is given in  
the table.  
Battery Saver ON/OFF  
Beep ON/OFF  
[F], [BAND] Tuning control (Menu No. 6)  
38  
22  
[BAND] [F]  
Channel Display ON/OFF  
CTCSS  
POWER OFF [BAND]+ POWER ON  
ON/OFF  
32  
33  
Select band [F], [6]  
Automatic Tone  
Frequency ID ON  
Select band [F], [6] (1 s)  
Frequency Select  
Frequency Step Size Select  
Lamp Latch ON/OFF  
Repeater  
Switch CTCSS ON [F], [9] Tuning control [F]  
Select band [F], [MHz] Tuning control [F]  
[F], [LAMP]  
32  
40  
38  
[F], [BAND] Tuning control (Menu No. 7)  
[BAND] [F]  
Automatic Offset (U.S.A./  
Canada/ Europe only)  
15  
Offset Direction Select  
Select band [F], [REV]  
13  
13  
Select band [F], [BAND] Tuning control (Menu  
No. 8) [BAND] Tuning control [BAND] [F]  
Offset Frequency Select  
Tone ON/OFF  
Select band [F], [LOW]  
14  
14  
Tone Frequency Select  
Switch Tone ON [F], [9] Tuning control [F]  
Continued  
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Page  
Key Operation  
Function  
Reset  
Full (memory)  
Partial (VFO)  
Reverse ON/OFF  
Scan Start  
Call/Memory  
Call/VFO  
23  
23  
16  
POWER OFF [F]+ POWER ON [F]  
POWER OFF [VFO]+ POWER ON [VFO]  
Select band [REV]  
29  
29  
26  
27  
26  
Select band [MR] [CALL] (1 s)  
[VFO] Select band [CALL] (1 s)  
[MR] (1 s)  
Memory  
MHz  
[VFO] Select band [MHz] (1 s)  
VFO  
Select band [VFO] (1 s)  
[CALL], [VFO], [MR], or [MHz] (last key you pressed  
to start Scan)  
26,  
27, 29  
Scan Stop  
[F], [BAND] Tuning control (Menu No. 1)  
[BAND] [F]  
25  
39  
Scan Resume Method  
[F], [BAND] Tuning control (Menu No. 14)  
[BAND] [F]  
Speaker Configuration  
Change  
Squelch Level Adjust  
8
[F], [1] Tuning control [F]  
Tone Alert  
38  
Select band [F], [7]  
Transceiver Lock  
ON/OFF  
37  
37  
9
[F] (1 s)  
[F], [BAND] Tuning control (Menu No. 9)  
[BAND] [F]  
Tuning Control Enable  
Transmit Power Select  
TX Inhibit ON/OFF  
Select band [LOW]  
[F], [BAND] Tuning control (Menu No. 12)  
[BAND] [F]  
37  
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INDEX  
Accessories  
Optional ........................................ 46  
Supplied .......................................... 1  
Automatic Power Off (APO) ..............37  
Automatic Tone Frequency ID ........... 33  
Autopatch (U.S.A. and Canada)........34  
Installation  
Scan  
Call/Memory .................................. 29  
Antenna .......................................... 4  
Belt hook ......................................... 4  
Hand strap ...................................... 4  
Keypad Direct Entry  
Frequency ..................................... 40  
Memory Channel Number ............. 40  
Lamp Function ................................... 38  
Lock, Transceiver .............................. 37  
Maintenance ...................................... 42  
Call/VFO ....................................... 29  
Memory ......................................... 26  
MHz .............................................. 27  
Priority........................................... 30  
Program ........................................ 28  
VFO .............................................. 26  
Scan Resume  
Carrier-Operated ........................... 25  
Seek ............................................. 25  
Time-Operated .............................. 25  
Specifications..................................... 49  
Battery  
Charging ....................................... 43  
Installing, Alkaline ............................ 3  
Installing, NiCd ................................ 2  
Battery Saver .....................................37  
Memory Channels  
Clearing ........................................ 19  
Direct Number Entry ...................... 40  
Initializing ...................................... 23  
Locking Out ................................... 27  
Naming ......................................... 20  
Recalling ....................................... 19  
Storing, Odd-split .......................... 18  
Storing, Simplex&Repeater ........... 18  
Transfer to VFO ............................ 22  
Menu .................................................. 10  
Band, Selecting ................................... 9  
Beep ON/OFF .................................... 38  
Call Channel  
Contents, Changing ...................... 21  
Recalling ....................................... 21  
Channel Display Function ................. 22  
Squelch, Adjusting ............................... 8  
Time-Out Timer (TOT) ......................... 9  
Tone  
Activating ...................................... 14  
Frequency, Selecting ..................... 14  
Tone Alert ........................................... 38  
Transmit Power, Selecting ................... 9  
Troubleshooting ................................. 44  
TX Inhibit............................................ 37  
Volume, Adjusting ................................ 8  
Connection  
Cigarette Lighter............................ 47  
Regulated Power Supply ............... 47  
Continuous Tone Coded  
Microphone Control ...........................41  
Offset  
Squelch System (CTCSS)  
Automatic Tone Frequency ID ....... 33  
Using ............................................ 32  
Dual Tone Multi-Frequency  
Automatic Repeater ...................... 15  
Offset Direction ............................. 13  
Offset Frequency........................... 13  
Power, ON/OFF ................................... 8  
Programmable VFO...........................39  
Repeater Access ............................... 12  
(DTMF) Functions  
Confirming Stored Numbers .......... 35  
Making Calls ................................. 34  
Storing Numbers ........................... 35  
Tone TX Hold ................................ 34  
Transmitting Stored Numbers ........ 36  
Frequency, Selecting .....................9, 40  
Reset  
Full (Memory) ................................ 23  
Partial (VFO) ................................. 23  
Reverse Function .............................. 16  
Frequency Step Size .........................40  
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