Kenwood Two Way Radio TM G707 User Manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
144/440 MHz FM DUAL BANDER  
TM-G707A  
TM-G707A  
144/430 MHz FM DUAL BANDER  
144/430 MHz FM DUAL BANDER  
TM-G707E  
KENWOOD CORPORATION  
© B62-1509-00 (K,E,M)  
09 08 07 06 05 04 03 02 01 00  
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NOTICES TO THE USER  
One or more of the following statements may be  
applicable:  
PRECAUTIONS  
Please observe the following precautions to prevent  
fire, personal injury, and transceiver damage:  
FCC WARNING  
•
When operating mobile, do not attempt to configure  
your transceiver while driving because it is simply  
too dangerous.  
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.  
•
Be aware of local laws pertaining to the use of  
headphones/headsets while driving on public  
roads. If in doubt, do not wear headphones while  
mobiling.  
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.  
•
•
•
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.  
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 expose the transceiver to long periods of  
direct sunlight nor place the transceiver close to  
heating appliances.  
•
•
Do not place the transceiver in excessively dusty  
areas, humid areas, wet areas, nor on unstable  
surfaces.  
•
•
•
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.  
If an abnormal odor or smoke is detected coming  
from the transceiver, turn OFF the power  
immediately. Contact a KENWOOD service station  
or your dealer.  
•
Consult the dealer for technical assistance.  
When condensation occurs inside the transceiver:  
Condensation possibly occurs inside the transceiver in such a case  
where the room is warmed using a heater on cold days or where the  
transceiver is quickly moved from a cold room to a warm room. When  
condensation occurs, the microcomputer and/or the transmit/receive  
circuits may become unstable, resulting in transceiver malfunction. If this  
happens, turn OFF the transceiver and just wait for a while. When the  
condensed droplets disappear, the transceiver will function normally.  
•
The transceiver is designed for a 13.8 V power  
source. Never use a 24 V battery to power the  
transceiver.  
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CONTENTS  
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ...................................... 1  
SELECTING A BAND .............................................. 15  
SELECTING FREQUENCIES .................................. 16  
Tuning Control .................................................... 16  
Microphone [UP]/ [DWN] Buttons ........................ 16  
TRANSMITTING...................................................... 17  
Selecting Output Power ...................................... 17  
CONVENTIONS FOLLOWED IN THIS MANUAL....... 1  
CHAPTER  
1
PREPARATION FOR MOBILE AND FIXED  
STATION OPERATION  
MOBILE INSTALLATION ........................................... 2  
Installation Example .............................................. 2  
Installation Steps .................................................. 2  
DC POWER CABLE CONNECTION.......................... 3  
Mobile Operation .................................................. 3  
Fixed Station Operation ........................................ 4  
Replacing Fuses ................................................... 5  
ANTENNA CONNECTION ......................................... 5  
ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS ................................. 6  
External Speaker .................................................. 6  
Microphone........................................................... 6  
PACKET EQUIPMENT CONNECTIONS.................... 6  
CHAPTER  
CHAPTER  
5
6
EASY OPERATION  
MENU SET-UP  
WHAT IS A MENU?.................................................. 19  
MENU ACCESS ...................................................... 19  
MENU CONFIGURATION ....................................... 20  
CHAPTER  
7
OPERATING THROUGH REPEATERS  
REPEATER ACCESS .............................................. 22  
Selecting Offset Direction .................................... 23  
Selecting Offset Frequency ................................. 23  
Activating Tone Function ..................................... 24  
Selecting a Tone Frequency ................................ 24  
Automatic Repeater Offset  
CHAPTER  
CHAPTER  
2
3
YOUR FIRST QSO  
GETTING ACQUAINTED  
(U.S.A./ Canada/ Europe Only) ........................... 25  
BASIC TRANSCEIVER MODES................................ 8  
BUTTON FUNCTION DISPLAY ................................. 9  
FRONT PANEL ........................................................ 10  
REAR PANEL .......................................................... 12  
MICROPHONE ........................................................ 13  
INDICATORS........................................................... 14  
REVERSE FUNCTION ............................................ 26  
CHAPTER  
8
MEMORY CHANNELS  
SIMPLEX & REPEATER OR ODD-SPLIT MEMORY  
CHANNEL? ............................................................. 27  
STORING SIMPLEX FREQUENCIES OR  
STANDARD REPEATER FREQUENCIES ............... 28  
CHAPTER  
4
OPERATING BASICS  
STORING ODD-SPLIT REPEATER  
FREQUENCIES....................................................... 28  
SWITCHING POWER ON/OFF ............................... 15  
ADJUSTING VOLUME ............................................ 15  
ADJUSTING SQUELCH .......................................... 15  
RECALLING MEMORY CHANNELS ....................... 29  
CLEARING MEMORY CHANNELS ......................... 29  
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NAMING MEMORY CHANNELS ............................. 30  
CALL/VFO SCAN .................................................... 43  
CALL/MEMORY SCAN ............................................ 43  
1
2
SWITCHING MEMORY NAME/  
FREQUENCY DISPLAY .......................................... 30  
PRIORITY SCAN ..................................................... 44  
Storing Frequency in Priority Channel ................. 44  
Selecting Priority Scan Method ........................... 45  
Using Priority Scan ............................................. 45  
3
CALL CHANNEL...................................................... 31  
Recalling the Call Channel .................................. 31  
Changing Call Channel Contents ........................ 31  
4
5
MEMORY ➡ VFO TRANSFERS .............................. 32  
CHANNEL DISPLAY FUNCTION ............................. 32  
INITIALIZING MEMORY .......................................... 33  
Partial Reset (VFO)............................................. 33  
Full Reset (Memory) ........................................... 33  
CHAPTER 11  
CONTINUOUS TONE CODED SQUELCH  
SYSTEM (CTCSS)  
6
7
USING CTCSS ........................................................ 46  
Automatic Tone Frequency ID ............................. 47  
8
CHAPTER 12  
DUAL TONE MULTI-FREQUENCY (DTMF)  
FUNCTIONS (U.S.A./ CANADA ONLY)  
9
CHAPTER  
9
PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY (PM)  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
MAKING DTMF CALLS ........................................... 48  
Autopatch ........................................................... 48  
Mic Keypad Confirmation Tones .......................... 48  
PROGRAMMABLE INFORMATION......................... 34  
APPLICATION EXAMPLES ..................................... 35  
STORING DATA IN PM CHANNELS........................ 36  
RECALLING PM CHANNELS.................................. 36  
AUTO PM CHANNEL STORAGE ............................ 37  
RESETTING PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY ............ 37  
STORING DTMF NUMBERS FOR AUTOMATIC  
DIALER ................................................................... 49  
CONFIRMING STORED DTMF NUMBERS ............ 49  
TRANSMITTING STORED DTMF NUMBERS ......... 49  
CHAPTER 10  
SCAN  
CHAPTER 13 PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTION (PF) KEYS  
ASSIGNING FRONT PANEL KEY FUNCTIONS ...... 50  
SCAN RESUME METHODS.................................... 39  
Selecting Scan Resume Method ......................... 39  
VFO SCAN .............................................................. 40  
MEMORY SCAN...................................................... 40  
Locking Out Memory Channels ........................... 41  
MHz SCAN .............................................................. 41  
PROGRAM SCAN ................................................... 42  
Setting Scan Limits ............................................. 42  
Using Program Scan........................................... 43  
ASSIGNING SPECIAL KEY FUNCTIONS ............... 51  
CHAPTER 14  
AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS  
TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT) ......................................... 52  
AUTOMATIC POWER OFF (APO)........................... 52  
PROGRAMMABLE VFO.......................................... 53  
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KEYPAD DIRECT ENTRY  
CHAPTER 20  
CHAPTER 21  
INSTALLING THE VS-3 VOICE SYNTHESIZER  
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES  
INSTALLING OPTIONS  
(U.S.A./ CANADA ONLY) ......................................... 54  
Frequency Entry ................................................. 54  
Memory Channel Number Entry .......................... 54  
Tone Frequency Number Entry ........................... 55  
UNIT ........................................................................ 67  
INSTALLING A DETACHABLE FRONT PANEL KIT  
(DFK-3C/ DFK-4C/ DFK-7C) .................................... 67  
Installation Examples .......................................... 69  
CHANGING FREQUENCY STEP SIZE ................... 55  
DISPLAY DIMMER .................................................. 56  
Manual Dimmer Change ..................................... 56  
Auto Dimmer Change ......................................... 56  
BEEP VOLUME CHANGE ....................................... 56  
DISPLAY DEMONSTRATION .................................. 56  
CHAPTER 22  
MAINTENANCE  
GENERAL INFORMATION ...................................... 70  
SERVICE................................................................. 70  
SERVICE NOTE ...................................................... 70  
CLEANING .............................................................. 70  
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................. 71  
SPECIFICATIONS  
LOCK ...................................................................... 57  
Transceiver Lock ................................................ 57  
All Lock ............................................................... 57  
POWER-ON MESSAGE .......................................... 57  
S-METER SQUELCH .............................................. 58  
Squelch Hang Time ............................................ 58  
ADVANCED INTERCEPT POINT (AIP) ................... 59  
POWER ON FUNCTIONS SUMMARY  
INDEX  
SWITCHING AM/FM MODE  
(U.S.A./ CANADA ONLY) ......................................... 59  
CHAPTER 15  
MICROPHONE CONTROL  
(U.S.A./ CANADA ONLY)  
CHAPTER 16  
PACKET OPERATION  
1200/ 9600 bps OPERATION................................... 61  
DATA Connector Pin Functions ........................... 62  
CHAPTER 17  
CHAPTER 18  
CHAPTER 19  
VS-3 VOICE SYNTHESIZER (OPTIONAL)  
CROSS-BAND OPERATION  
CLONE  
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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  
Part Number Quantity  
Microphone  
U.S.A./ Canada: MC-53DM 1  
Europe/ General: MC-45 1  
T91-0586-XX  
T91-0396-XX  
1
1
ATTENTION: MOST PROCEDURES REQUIRE THAT YOU PRESS AN  
APPROPRIATE KEY IN EACH STEP WITHIN APPROXIMATELY  
10 SECONDS, OR THE PREVIOUS MODE WILL BE RESTORED.  
DC power cable  
E30-3452-XX  
F52-0017-XX  
J29-0632-XX  
1
1
1
Transceiver fuse (15 A)  
Instruction  
What to do  
Mounting bracket  
Microphone hanger 2  
(U.S.A./ Canada only)  
Press [KEY]. Press and release KEY.  
J19-1526-XX  
1
Press  
[KEY] (1 s).  
Press and hold KEY for 1 second or  
longer.  
Screw set (U.S.A./ Canada) 2  
N99-0382-XX  
N99-0331-XX  
1
1
Press [KEY1], Press KEY1 momentarily, release  
Screw set (Europe/ General)  
[KEY2].  
KEY1, then press KEY2.  
Warranty card (U.S.A./  
Canada/ Europe only)  
—
1
1
With transceiver power OFF, press  
Press [KEY]+ and hold KEY, then turn ON the  
Instruction manual  
B62-1509-XX  
[
].  
transceiver power by pressing  
] (POWER).  
1
[
The MC-53DM and MC-45 microphones are also sold as  
optional accessories {page 66}.  
Attach the microphone hanger at an appropriate position.  
Press [F] momentarily, release [F],  
then press and hold KEY for 1 second  
or longer.  
2
Press [F],  
[KEY] (1 s).  
Microphone  
hanger  
Press  
[F]+[KEY].  
Press and hold [F], then press KEY.  
Microphone  
hanger screw  
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PREPARATION FOR MOBILE AND FIXED STATION OPERATION  
1
■ Installation Steps  
MOBILE INSTALLATION  
1 Install the mounting bracket in the vehicle using  
the supplied flat washers and self-tapping screws.  
There are 4 washers and 4 screws supplied.  
Install the transceiver in a safe, convenient position  
inside your vehicle that minimizes danger to your  
passengers and yourself while the vehicle is in motion.  
For example, consider installing the transceiver under  
the dash in front of the passenger seat so that knees or  
legs will not strike the radio during sudden braking of  
your vehicle. Try to pick a well-ventilated location that is  
shielded from direct sunlight.  
•
The bracket can be mounted with the bracket  
opening for the transceiver facing down for  
underdash mounting, or with the opening facing up.  
•
The bracket must be installed so that the 4 screw  
holes on the edge of each bracket side are facing  
forward.  
■ Installation Example  
Use the supplied mounting bracket to install the  
transceiver inside your vehicle. To enjoy the best  
viewing angle, you can position the transceiver in the  
bracket in a number of ways as shown below.  
Flat washer  
Self-tapping  
screw  
2 Position the transceiver, then insert and tighten  
the supplied hexagon SEMS screws and washers.  
There are 2 screws and 2 washers supplied for  
each side of the bracket.  
•
Double check that all hardware is tightened to  
prevent vehicle vibration from loosening the bracket  
or transceiver.  
KENWOOD  
FM DUAL BANDER TM-G707  
SEMS screw  
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2 After the cable is in place, wind heat-resistant tape  
around the fuse holder to protect it from moisture.  
Tie down the full run of cable.  
DC POWER CABLE CONNECTION  
1
3 To prevent the risk of short circuits, disconnect  
other wiring from the negative (–) battery terminal  
before connecting the transceiver.  
LOCATE THE POWER INPUT CONNECTOR AS CLOSE TO THE  
TRANSCEIVER AS POSSIBLE.  
■ Mobile Operation  
4 Confirm the correct polarity of the connections,  
and attach the power cable to the battery  
terminals; red connects to the positive (+)  
terminal, black connects to the negative (–)  
terminal.  
The vehicle battery must have a nominal rating of 12 V.  
Never connect the transceiver to a 24 V battery. Be  
sure to use a 12 V vehicle battery that has sufficient  
current capacity. If the current to the transceiver is  
insufficient, the display may darken during transmission,  
or transmit output power may drop excessively.  
•
Use the full length of the cable without cutting off  
excess even if the cable is longer than required. In  
particular, never remove the fuse holders from the  
cable.  
1 Route the DC power cable supplied with the  
transceiver directly to the vehicle’s battery  
terminals using the shortest path from the  
transceiver.  
Red  
•
•
•
If using a noise filter, it should be installed with an  
insulator to prevent it from touching metal on the  
vehicle.  
Black  
Fuse holder  
5 Reconnect any wiring removed from the negative  
terminal.  
It is not recommended to use the cigarette lighter  
socket since some cigarette lighter sockets introduce  
an unacceptable voltage drop.  
6 Connect the DC power cable to the transceiver’s  
power supply connector.  
The entire length of the cable must be dressed so it  
is isolated from heat, moisture, and the engine  
secondary (high voltage) ignition system/ cables.  
•
Press the connectors firmly together until the locking  
tab clicks.  
Press  
firmly.  
Fuse holder  
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2 Connect the transceiver’s DC power connector to  
the connector on the DC power cable.  
■ Fixed Station Operation  
1
In order to use this transceiver for fixed station  
operation, you will need a separate 13.8 V DC power  
supply that must be purchased separately. The  
recommended current capacity of your power supply  
is 12 A.  
•
Press the connectors firmly together until the locking  
tab clicks.  
1 Connect the DC power cable to the regulated DC  
power supply and check that polarities are correct  
(Red: positive, Black: negative).  
Press  
firmly.  
•
•
•
DO NOT directly connect the transceiver to an AC  
outlet!  
Fuse holder  
Use the supplied DC power cable to connect the  
transceiver to a regulated power supply.  
Note:  
◆
For your transceiver to fully exhibit its performance capabilities,  
the following optional power supply is recommended:  
PS-33 (20.5 A, 25% duty cycle).  
Before connecting the DC power supply to the transceiver, be  
sure to switch the transceiver and the DC power supply OFF.  
Do not substitute a cable with smaller gauge wires.  
◆
◆
Fuse holder  
Regulated DC power  
supply  
Do not plug the DC power supply into an AC outlet until you  
make all connections.  
Red (+)  
Black (–)  
To AC outlet  
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■ Replacing Fuses  
ANTENNA CONNECTION  
1
If the fuse blows, determine the cause then correct  
the problem. After the problem is resolved, replace  
the fuse. If newly installed fuses continue to blow,  
disconnect the power cable and contact your dealer  
or nearest Service Center for assistance.  
Before operating, you must first install an efficient,  
well-tuned antenna. The success of your installation will  
depend largely on the type of antenna and its correct  
installation. The transceiver can give excellent results if  
the antenna system and its installation is given careful  
attention.  
Fuse Location  
Fuse Current Rating  
You should choose a 50 Ω impedance antenna to match  
the transceiver input impedance. Use low-loss coaxial  
feed line that also has a characteristic impedance of  
50 Ω. Coupling the antenna to the transceiver via feed  
lines having an impedance other than 50 Ω reduces the  
efficiency of the antenna system, and can cause  
interference to nearby broadcast television receivers,  
radio receivers, and other electronic equipment.  
Transceiver  
15 A  
Supplied Accessory  
DC Power Cable  
20 A  
CAUTION: ONLY USE FUSES OF THE SPECIFIED TYPE AND  
RATING.  
Note: If you use the transceiver for a long period when the vehicle  
battery is not fully charged, or when the engine is OFF, the battery  
may become discharged, and will not have sufficient reserves to start  
the vehicle. Avoid using the transceiver under these conditions.  
CAUTION:  
◆
TRANSMITTING WITHOUT FIRST CONNECTING AN ANTENNA  
OR OTHER MATCHED LOAD MAY DAMAGE THE TRANSCEIVER.  
ALWAYS CONNECT THE ANTENNA TO THE TRANSCEIVER  
BEFORE TRANSMITTING.  
◆
ALL FIXED STATIONS SHOULD BE EQUIPPED WITH A  
LIGHTNING ARRESTER TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,  
ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND TRANSCEIVER DAMAGE.  
Antenna  
connector  
To antenna  
Feed line connector  
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ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS  
PACKET EQUIPMENT CONNECTIONS  
1
If you intend to use this transceiver for Packet operation,  
you will need the following equipment.  
■ External Speaker  
If you plan to use an external speaker, choose a  
speaker with an impedance of 8 Ω. The external  
speaker jack accepts a 3.5 mm (1/8") diameter mono  
(2-conductor) plug. Recommended speakers include  
the SP-50B and SP-41.  
• Personal computer with communications software  
• Terminal Node Controller (TNC)  
• TNC power supply  
• RS-232C cable  
• 6-pin mini DIN plug (optional PG-5A)  
For the DATA connector pins, refer to “PACKET  
OPERATION” {page 61}.  
Note:  
◆
◆
◆
Do not share a single power supply between the transceiver and the  
TNC.  
Keep as wide a separation between the transceiver and computer as  
practical to reduce noise-pickup by the transceiver.  
One end of the optional PG-5A cable has not been connectorized.  
Attach the appropriate connector that mates with the TNC connector.  
■ Microphone  
To communicate in the voice modes, plug a 600 Ω  
microphone equipped with an 8-pin modular  
connector into the modular socket on the front panel  
of the transceiver. Press firmly on the plug until the  
locking tab clicks.  
KENWOOD  
RS-232C cable  
Transceiver  
power supply  
TNC power  
supply  
KENWOOD  
FM DUAL BANDER TM-G707  
KENWOOD  
FM DUAL BANDER TM-G707  
TNC  
PG-5A cable  
TM-G707  
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YOUR FIRST QSO  
2
If you tend to discard instruction manuals along with the  
Switch ON the DC power supply, then  
press the switch.  
packaging material .....please don’t. 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.  
Turn the VOL and SQL controls to  
approximately 9 o’clock.  
After trying the rig for a while, settle back in your most  
comfortable operating chair with this manual and your favorite  
drink for an hour or two. The time spent will be worthwhile.  
Press [BAND] to select the VHF or  
UHF band.  
Turn the Tuning control to select a  
frequency.  
Press and hold Mic [PTT], then speak  
in a normal tone of voice.  
Release Mic [PTT] to receive.  
Repeat steps  
and  
to continue  
communication.  
MC-53DM  
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GETTING ACQUAINTED  
Programmable Memory (PM) mode  
BASIC TRANSCEIVER MODES  
Press [PM] to select. In this mode you can select the  
transceiver environment, by pressing [1] to [4], that you  
stored in PM channels {page 36}.  
3
This section introduces you to the basic modes you can  
select.  
VFO mode  
Press [VFO] to select. In this mode you can change the  
operating frequency using the Tuning control or Mic  
[UP]/ [DWN].  
Menu mode  
Press [MNU] to select. In this mode you can change  
Menu Nos. using the Tuning control or Mic [UP]/ [DWN].  
For further information, refer to “MENU SET-UP”  
{page 19}.  
Memory Recall mode  
Press [MR] to select. In this mode you can change  
memory channels, using the Tuning control or Mic [UP]/  
[DWN], where you stored frequencies and related data.  
For further information, refer to “MEMORY CHANNELS”  
{page 27}.  
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Easy Operation mode  
BUTTON FUNCTION DISPLAY  
Press [MNU]+[ ] to select. In this mode only the basic  
functions are available and the memory storing  
procedures are simplified. You may prefer this mode if  
you seldom use functions other than the basic ones. For  
further information, refer to “EASY OPERATION”  
{page 18}.  
The lower portion of the display has labels that indicate  
the current function of each of the 5 front panel buttons.  
The Italic font is used to show these 5 buttons in the  
description of each operation step. After pressing [F],  
pressing [F] again or waiting for 10 seconds restores the  
basic state.  
3
2
1
Basic State  
Display Lavels  
Labels after  
Pressing [F]  
Labels after  
Pressing [PM]  
Note: After pressing [F], press the appropriate key within approximately  
10 seconds, or the Basic State display will be restored.  
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e MR button  
FRONT PANEL  
Selects the Memory Recall mode {page 29}. In this  
mode you can change memory channels, using the  
Tuning control or Mic [UP]/ [DWN]. Also starts or  
stops Memory Scan {page 40}.  
Note: This section describes only the main functions of the front panel  
controls and buttons. For the functions not described here, you will find  
explanations in the appropriate sections of this manual.  
3
r Tuning control  
Selects:  
•
•
Operating frequencies when in VFO mode {page 16}.  
Memory channels when in Memory Recall mode  
{page 29}.  
•
Menu Nos. when in Menu mode {page 19}.  
This control is used for various other selections.  
q CALL button  
t MHz button  
Recalls the Call channel {page 31}. Also starts or  
stops Call/VFO Scan {page 43} when in VFO mode,  
or Call/Memory Scan {page 43} when in Memory  
Recall mode.  
Selects the MHz mode. In this mode you can change  
the operating frequency in 1 MHz steps or 10 MHz  
steps {page 16}, using the Tuning control or Mic  
[UP]/ [DWN]. Also starts or stops MHz Scan  
{page 41}.  
w VFO button  
Selects the VFO mode. In this mode you can change  
the operating frequency, using the Tuning control or  
Mic [UP]/ [DWN]. Also provides:  
•
VFO Scan start/stop to scan the entire VFO range  
{page 40}.  
•
Program Scan start/stop to scan a programmed range of  
frequencies {page 43}.  
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! BAND button  
Selects the VHF or UHF band. On some versions,  
also selects the 118 MHz band.  
3
! DIM button  
Selects the display illumination from 5 levels,  
including OFF {page 56}.  
! VOL control  
y F (Function) button  
When turned, adjusts the level of receive audio from  
the speaker {page 15}.  
Allows you to select the different functions that are  
available using the multifunction buttons.  
! SQL control  
u TONE button  
When turned, adjusts the squelch threshold level  
{page 15}. This allows you to mute speaker output  
while no stations are being received  
Switches the Tone function {page 24} or CTCSS  
function {page 46} ON or OFF. Also activates or  
deactivates Automatic Tone frequency ID {page 47}.  
i REV button  
Switches the transmit frequency and receive  
frequency when operating with a standard transmit  
offset {page 23} or an odd-split memory channel  
{page 28}.  
o LOW button  
Selects High, Medium, or Low transmit output power  
{page 17}.  
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REAR PANEL  
3
! MNU button  
q Antenna connector  
Selects the Menu mode {page 19}.  
! PM button  
Connect an external antenna {page 5}. When making  
test transmissions, connect a dummy load in place of  
the antenna. The antenna system or load should  
have an impedance of 50 Ω. The TM-G707E accepts  
a male N-type connector and other versions accept a  
male PL-259 connector. This transceiver has only  
one antenna connector because of a built-in duplexer.  
Selects the Programmable Memory mode {page 36}.  
!
(POWER) switch  
Switches the transceiver ON or OFF {page 15}.  
! Microphone connector  
w Power Input 13.8 V DC cable  
Insert the 8-pin modular connector plug until the  
locking tab “clicks”.  
Connect a 13.8 V DC power source. Use the  
supplied DC power cable {pages 3 and 4}.  
UP  
DC 8 V, 200 mA max.  
GND  
STBY (PTT)  
GND (MIC)  
MIC  
e Speaker jack  
If you wish, connect an optional external speaker for  
clearer audio. This jack accepts a 3.5 mm (1/8")  
diameter, 2-conductor plug. See page 6 for more  
information. The right jack is unavailable.  
NC: No connection  
DWN  
! DATA connector  
Connect a Terminal Node Controller (TNC) for Packet  
operation. Accepts a 6-pin mini DIN plug {page 6}.  
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t CALL key  
y VFO key  
u MR key  
MICROPHONE  
MC-53DM  
MC-45  
2
1
2
1
Identical to the front panel CALL, VFO and MR  
buttons. These keys can be re-programmed, if  
desired {page 50}.  
DWN  
UP  
3
3
7
7
8
8
3
MIC  
5
5
i PF key  
CALL VFO  
MR  
PF  
6
LOCK  
6
6
ELECTRET CONDENSER MIC  
MADE IN JAPAN  
Depending on which function you select by accessing  
“PF1” in Menu No. 20 {page 51}, the function of this  
key differs. Refer to “PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTION  
(PF) KEYS” {page 50}.  
4
4
o DTMF keypad (MC-53DM only)  
q UP button  
w DWN button  
The 16-key keypad is used for DTMF functions  
{page 48}, or to directly enter a frequency or a  
memory channel number {page 54}.  
Raises or lowers the operating frequency, the  
memory channel number, the menu number, etc.  
Holding either button down causes the action to be  
repeated. Also, switches between values for  
functions with multiple choices.  
e PTT (Push-to-talk) switch  
Press and hold to transmit, then release to receive.  
r LOCK switch  
Locks all microphone keys except [PTT] and the  
DTMF keypad, if equipped.  
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INDICATORS  
What You Press to  
Cancel  
Indicator  
What You Selected  
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 this table  
very useful.  
Automatic Power  
OFF  
Use Menu No. 12.  
Use Menu No. 19.  
[F], [DIM]  
3
9600 bps transfer  
Advanced Intercept  
Point  
What You Press to  
Indicator  
What You Selected  
Transceiver Lock  
All Lock  
Locked-out memory  
channel  
Cancel  
Use Menu No. 3.  
—
[F], [MHz]  
[MHz]+ POWER  
ON then [F], [MHz]  
Memory channel  
containing data  
(Blinking)  
1
Transmit mode  
Release Mic [PTT].  
AM mode  
CTCSS  
Use Menu No. 0.  
[TONE]  
High transmit power Default  
Tone function  
[TONE], [TONE]  
[F], [SHIFT]  
[LOW], [LOW] to  
select the default  
(High)  
Medium transmit  
power  
Minus offset direction (TM-G707E: one  
more [F], [SHIFT])  
[LOW] to select the  
default (High)  
Low transmit power  
2
Minus offset direction  
(–7.6 MHz)  
[F], [SHIFT]  
When you receive a signal:  
[F], [SHIFT], [F],  
[SHIFT]  
Plus offset direction  
(TM-G707E: one  
more [F], [SHIFT])  
[REV]  
Reverse  
Priority Scan  
[F], [MNU]  
Cross-band  
Operation  
•
•
“BUSY” appears when the squelch {page 15} is open.  
The S-meter shows the strength of received signals.  
[F], [  
]
1
2
U.S.A./ Canada only  
TM-G707E only  
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OPERATING BASICS  
SWITCHING POWER ON/OFF  
ADJUSTING SQUELCH  
1 Switch ON the DC power supply.  
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.  
•
If operating mobile, skip this step.  
4
2 Press the (POWER) switch to switch ON the  
transceiver.  
Turn the SQL control to just eliminate the background  
noise when no signal is present.  
•
As you turn the control clockwise, stronger signals are  
required to open the squelch.  
3 To switch OFF the transceiver, press the (POWER)  
switch again.  
•
In a fixed installation, after the transceiver has been  
switched ON, it can then be switched OFF or ON by  
using only the power switch on the DC power supply.  
Note: The point at which ambient noise on a frequency just disappears,  
called the squelch threshold, depends on the frequency.  
ADJUSTING VOLUME  
SELECTING A BAND  
Turn the VOL control clockwise (or counterclockwise) to  
increase (or decrease) the audio level.  
Press [BAND] to select the VHF or UHF band.  
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•
To change frequencies in steps of 10 MHz, press  
[F]+[MHz] first; do not press [F] for longer than  
1 second. Pressing [F] cancels the 10 MHz function;  
pressing [MHz] starts the 1 MHz function.  
SELECTING FREQUENCIES  
■ Tuning Control  
Using the Tuning control is convenient when you are  
within easy reach of the transceiver front panel, and  
the frequencies to be selected are near the current  
frequency.  
Note: If you cannot select a particular frequency, you need to  
change the frequency step size. See “CHANGING FREQUENCY  
STEP SIZE” {page 55} for further information.  
4
■ Microphone [UP]/ [DWN] Buttons  
1 Press [VFO] to select VFO mode.  
Using Mic [UP]/ [DWN] for frequency selection is  
useful when mobiling or any time you are not  
immediately in front of the transceiver.  
Press Mic [UP] or [DWN] once to change the  
frequency by one step in the direction indicated by  
the button.  
•
Pressing and holding the button causes the frequency to  
step repeatedly. Release it to stop the frequency  
change.  
2 Turn the Tuning control clockwise to increase the  
frequency or counterclockwise to decrease the  
frequency.  
•
To change frequencies in steps of 1 MHz (or 10 MHz),  
press [MHz] (or [F]+[MHz]) first.  
•
•
You can also select frequencies via the microphone  
keypad (MC-53DM only). See “KEYPAD DIRECT  
ENTRY” {page 54}.  
To change frequencies in steps of 1 MHz, press  
[MHz] first. Pressing [MHz] again cancels the  
1 MHz function.  
MC-53DM  
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■ Selecting Output Power  
TRANSMITTING  
It’s wise, and required by law, to select the lowest  
power that allows reliable communication. If  
operating from battery power, lower transmit power  
will give you more operating time before a charge is  
necessary. Reducing power lowers the risk of  
interfering with others on the band.  
1 When ready to begin transmitting, press and hold Mic  
[PTT] and speak in a normal tone of voice.  
•
“ON AIR” and the RF power meter appear.  
4
Press [LOW] to select high (“H”), medium (“M”), or  
low (“L”) power. The default is high.  
•
•
Speaking too close to the microphone, or too loudly,  
may increase distortion and reduce intelligibility of your  
signal at the receiving station.  
The RF power meter shows the relative transmit output  
power.  
CAUTION:  
2 When you finish speaking, release Mic [PTT].  
◆
DO NOT TRANSMIT WITH HIGH OUTPUT POWER FOR  
EXTENDED PERIODS. THE TRANSCEIVER MAY OVERHEAT  
AND MALFUNCTION.  
◆
CONTINUOUS TRANSMISSION CAUSES THE HEAT SINK TO  
OVERHEAT. NEVER TOUCH THE HEAT SINK WHEN IT MAY BE  
HOT.  
Note: When the transceiver overheats because of ambient high  
temperature or continuous transmission, the protective circuit may  
function to lower transmit output power.  
MC-53DM  
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EASY OPERATION  
If you are a person who has just acquired a ham  
license and wants to use only the basic functions  
for now, use Easy Operation mode. Only the  
basic functions are available in this mode so you  
need not worry about studying other functions.  
Page  
Ref.  
15  
Press  
To  
switch ON (or OFF) the transceiver.  
recall the Call channel.  
CALL  
31  
5
CALL  
(1 s)  
store the currently selected frequency in the  
Call channel.  
31  
When in this mode, you can store a simplex  
frequency in up to 3 memory channels by just  
VFO  
select VFO mode.  
8
pressing a single key; the channels are shared by  
both bands.  
MR  
select Memory Recall mode.  
change the frequency in steps of 1 MHz.  
—
16  
MHz  
Press [MNU]+[ ] to enter (or exit) Easy Operation  
mode.  
Tuning  
control  
change the frequency.  
16  
2
1
1 (1 s) store the currently selected frequency in  
2 (1 s) memory channel 1, 2, or 3; ex. [1] (1 s) to  
3 (1 s) store in channel 1.  
—
1
2
3
recall memory channel 1, 2, or 3, if data  
stored; ex. [1] to recall channel 1.  
—
Note: Settings made in Easy Operation mode are independent  
LOW  
BAND change the current band.  
DIM change the display illumination.  
switch the transmit output power.  
17  
15  
56  
16  
16  
17  
31  
8
of settings in the normal mode.  
The available keys and functions in this mode are  
listed in the table. The VOL and SQL controls  
also function.  
Mic DWN lower the operating frequency.  
Mic UP raise the operating frequency.  
Mic PTT transmit.  
14  
18  
19  
13  
1
2
15  
3
4
5
16  
17  
Mic CALL recall the Call channel.  
Mic VFO select VFO mode.  
Mic MR select Memory Recall mode.  
Mic PF change the current band.  
—
15  
6
7
8
9
10  
12  
11  
MC-53DM  
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MENU SET-UP  
3 Turn the Tuning control, or press Mic [UP]/ [DWN], to  
select the Menu No.  
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.  
•
•
“ESC” and “OK” appear as button labels.  
To cancel the selection and restore the previous display,  
press [ESC].  
6
MENU ACCESS  
1 Select the desired band.  
•
For some Menu Nos., you can select a different setting  
on each band.  
4 Press [OK].  
•
Depending on Menu Nos., “s” also appears. For the  
subsequent steps, see the appropriate sections in this  
manual.  
2 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.  
•
The last Menu No. used appears.  
5 Turn the Tuning control, or press Mic [UP]/ [DWN], to  
switch the selection.  
6 Press [OK] again to complete the setting and exit  
Menu mode.  
Note: As required, operate keys or the Tuning control in each step within  
approximately 10 seconds, or the previous mode will be restored.  
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MENU CONFIGURATION  
Note: For the shaded Menu functions, select the appropriate band (VHF or UHF) before entering Menu mode.  
Menu  
Ref.  
Description  
AM/ FM Mode Switch  
Selections  
Default  
No.  
Page  
0
AM/ FM  
See reference page 59  
(U.S.A./ Canada only)  
1
2
3
4
5
6
Power-On Message  
See reference page  
ON/ OFF  
KENWOOD  
OFF  
57  
56  
41  
29  
30  
37  
6
Auto Dimmer Change  
Memory Channel Lockout 1  
Memory Recall Method  
Memory Channel Name 1  
Auto PM Channel Storage  
ON/ OFF  
OFF  
All bands (ALL)/ Single band (ONE)  
See reference page  
ON/ OFF  
All bands  
OFF  
ON  
Automatic Repeater Offset  
7
8
ON/ OFF  
25  
(U.S.A./ Canada/ Europe only)  
Offset Frequency  
00.00 MHz ~ 29.95 MHz in steps of 50 kHz See reference page 23  
Upper/lower RX  
Frequencies selectable on the band  
Programmable VFO  
(Upper/ lower limits)  
9
frequency limits on  
the band  
53  
10 Scan Resume Method  
11 Priority Scan Method  
12 Automatic Power Off (APO)  
13 Time-Out Timer (TOT)  
14 S-meter Squelch  
Time-Operated (TO)/ Carrier-Operated (CO) Time-Operated  
39  
45  
52  
52  
58  
58  
Mode A/ Mode B  
ON/ OFF  
Mode A  
OFF  
3/ 5/ 10 minutes  
ON/ OFF  
10 minutes  
OFF  
15 S-meter Squelch Hang Time 2  
125 ms/ 250 ms/ 500 ms/ OFF  
OFF  
1
2
Menu No. 3 and No. 5 are selectable only after a memory channel has been recalled.  
Menu No. 15 is selectable only when S-meter Squelch is ON.  
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Menu  
No.  
16  
17  
18  
19  
Ref.  
Description  
Selections  
Default  
Level 5  
Page  
Beep Volume  
Level 1 (min.) ~ 7 (max.) / OFF  
English/ Japanese/ OFF  
DIM/ VOICE  
56  
63  
63  
61  
51  
Voice Synthesizer 1  
DIM/ VOICE Function Switch 1  
English  
DIM  
Data Transfer Rate  
1200 bps/ 9600 bps  
See reference page  
1200 bps  
User setting  
20 ~ 23 Programmable Function Keys  
24, 25 Not currently used  
6
1750 Hz Tone Transmit Hold  
(TM-G707E only)  
26  
ON/ OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
51  
60  
48  
49  
Microphone Control  
27  
ON/ OFF  
(U.S.A./ Canada only)  
Mic Keypad Confirmation Tones  
(U.S.A./ Canada only)  
28  
ON/ OFF  
DTMF Number Storage  
29 ~ 38  
See reference page  
(U.S.A./ Canada only)  
1
Menu No. 17 and No. 18 are selectable only when the optional VS-3 is installed.  
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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.  
7
The required offset direction, offset frequency, and tone  
frequency depend on the repeater you are accessing.  
Consult your local repeater reference.  
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 and hold Mic [PTT].  
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 (TM-G707A) or 1.6 MHz (TM-G707E).  
1 Select the desired band.  
2 Press [F], [SHIFT].  
•
Each time you repeat this key operation, the offset  
direction changes as shown below.  
1 Select the desired band.  
2 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.  
3 Select Menu No. 8 (OFS).  
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TM-G707A/E  
(VHF)  
+
−
Simplex  
Simplex  
TM-G707A  
(UHF)  
+
−
− −  
TM-G707E  
(UHF)  
4 Press [OK], then select the appropriate offset  
frequency.  
Note:  
◆
If the offset transmit frequency falls outside the allowable transmit  
frequency range, transmitting is inhibited. Use one of the  
following methods to bring the transmit frequency into the  
allowable range:  
•
The selectable range is from 00.00 MHz to  
29.95 MHz in steps of 50 kHz.  
•
•
Move the receive frequency further inside the band.  
Change the offset direction.  
◆
While using an odd-split memory channel or transmitting, you  
cannot change the offset direction.  
2
TM-G707E Only: If you select “- -” for the offset direction, you cannot  
change the default offset frequency (7.6 MHz).  
1
5 Press [OK] again to complete the setting and exit  
Menu mode.  
Note: After changing the offset frequency, the new offset frequency  
will also be used by Automatic Repeater Offset.  
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5 Press [OK] to complete the setting.  
■ Activating Tone Function  
TM-G707E Only: To transmit a 1750 Hz tone, assign the 1750 Hz  
Tone function to one of the Programmable Function (PF) keys of the  
microphone {page 51}.  
1 Select the desired band.  
2 Press [TONE] to activate the Tone function.  
Note: If you store tone settings in memory channels, you need not  
make the settings every time. Recalling the memory channels will  
restore the tone settings which you make this time. Refer to  
“MEMORY CHANNELS” {page 27}.  
•
Each time you press [TONE], the selection changes  
as shown below.  
No Indicator  
Tone  
(“T”)  
CTCSS  
(“CT”)  
Freq.  
(Hz)  
Freq.  
(Hz)  
Freq.  
(Hz)  
Freq.  
(Hz)  
No.  
No.  
No.  
No.  
7
01 67.0 11  
97.4 21 136.5 31 192.8  
02 71.9 12 100.0 22 141.3 32 203.5  
03 74.4 13 103.5 23 146.2 33 210.7  
04 77.0 14 107.2 24 151.4 34 218.1  
05 79.7 15 110.9 25 156.7 35 225.7  
06 82.5 16 114.8 26 162.2 36 233.6  
07 85.4 17 118.8 27 167.9 37 241.8  
08 88.5 18 123.0 28 173.8 38 250.3  
09 91.5 19 127.3 29 179.9  
TM-G707E 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 the Mic PF key assigned the  
1750 Hz Tone function {page 51} causes the transceiver to transmit  
1750 Hz tones.  
■ Selecting a Tone Frequency  
1 Select the desired band.  
2 Press [TONE] to activate the Tone function.  
3 Press [F], [T.SEL].  
•
The current tone frequency appears and blinks. The  
default is 88.5 Hz.  
10 94.8 20 131.8 30 186.2  
U.S.A./ Canada Only: Use Nos. 01 to 38 shown in the table above  
when selecting tone frequencies via Keypad Direct Entry {page 55}.  
1
2
4 Turn the Tuning control, or press Mic  
[UP]/ [DWN], to select a tone frequency.  
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1 Select the VHF band.  
■ Automatic Repeater Offset  
(U.S.A./ Canada/ Europe Only)  
2 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.  
3 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.  
7
U.S.A. and Canada versions  
This complies with the standard ARRL band plan.  
4 Press [OK], then switch the function ON (default)  
or OFF.  
144.0  
145.5  
146.4  
147.0  
147.6  
148.0 MHz  
145.1  
146.0  
146.6  
147.4  
−
−
−
+
+
S
S
S
S
S: Simplex  
European versions  
144.0  
2
1
5 Press [OK] again to complete the setting and exit  
Menu mode.  
145.6 145.8 146.0 MHz  
S
S
–
S: Simplex  
Note: Automatic Repeater Offset does not function when Reverse or  
CTCSS 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  
After setting a separate receive and transmit frequency,  
you can exchange these frequencies using the Reverse  
function. While using a repeater, this function allows you  
to check the signal strength of a station accessing the  
repeater. If the station’s signal is strong, move to a  
simplex frequency to continue the contact and free up  
the repeater.  
Press [REV] to switch the Reverse function ON  
(or OFF).  
7
•
“R” appears when the function is ON.  
Note:  
◆
If pressing [REV] places the transmit frequency outside the allowable  
transmit frequency range, then pressing Mic [PTT] causes an error  
beep to sound; transmission is inhibited.  
◆
If pressing [REV] places the receive frequency outside the receive  
frequency range, an error beep sounds and 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  
180 memory channels are available for VHF and UHF.  
Simplex &  
Repeater  
Parameter  
Odd-split  
Receive frequency  
Transmit frequency  
Tone frequency  
Tone ON  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
N/A  
N/A  
Yes  
Yes  
You can also store a name for each memory channel.  
For more information, see “NAMING MEMORY  
CHANNELS” {page 30}.  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
8
SIMPLEX & REPEATER OR ODD-SPLIT MEMORY  
CHANNEL?  
CTCSS frequency  
CTCSS ON  
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 for each channel depending on  
the operations you have in mind.  
Frequency step size  
Offset direction  
Reverse ON  
Memory channel lockout  
Memory channel name  
Simplex & repeater channel allows:  
•
•
Simplex frequency operation  
Yes: Can be stored in memory.  
N/A: Not applicable  
Repeater operation with a standard offset  
(If an offset direction is stored)  
Odd-split channel allows:  
•
Repeater operation with a non-standard offset  
Note: Not only can you store data in memory channels, but you can also  
overwrite existing data with new data.  
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STORING SIMPLEX FREQUENCIES OR STANDARD  
REPEATER FREQUENCIES  
STORING ODD-SPLIT REPEATER FREQUENCIES  
Some repeaters use a receive and transmit frequency  
pair with a non-standard offset. To access those  
repeaters, store two separate frequencies in a memory  
channel. You then can operate on those repeaters  
without changing the offset programming in the Menu.  
1 Press [VFO] to select VFO mode.  
2 Press [BAND] to select the desired band.  
3 Turn the Tuning control, or press Mic [UP]/ [DWN], to  
select the desired frequency.  
1 Select the appropriate receive frequency by using  
steps 1 to 6 (not 7) given for simplex or standard  
repeater frequencies.  
•
You can also enter digits directly from the microphone  
keypad (MC-53DM only). See page 54.  
•
If necessary, select Tone ON {page 24} and tone  
frequency {page 24}.  
4 If storing a standard repeater frequency, select the  
following data:  
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2 Press [MR] (1 s).  
Offset direction {page 23}  
Tone ON, if necessary {page 24}  
Tone frequency, if necessary {page 24}  
•
“–” and “+” appear.  
•
If storing a simplex frequency, you may select other  
related data (CTCSS ON, CTCSS freq. etc.).  
5 Press [F].  
•
•
A memory channel number appears.  
A triangle icon appears above the memory channel  
number if the channel already contained data.  
3 Select the appropriate transmit frequency (within  
approx. 10 seconds).  
6 Turn the Tuning control, or press Mic [UP]/ [DWN], to  
select the desired memory channel (within approx.  
10 seconds).  
4 Press [MR].  
•
The selected transmit frequency is stored in the memory  
channel.  
7 Press [MR].  
Note:  
•
The selected frequency and related data are stored in  
the memory channel.  
◆
◆
◆
When you recall an odd-split memory channel, “–” and “+” appear on  
the display. Press [REV] to display the transmit frequency.  
In step 2 you cannot use Mic [MR], nor Mic [PF] programmed with  
Memory Recall.  
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 Recall the desired memory channel.  
2 Switch OFF the power to the transceiver.  
3 Press [MHz]+[ ].  
1 Press [MR] to enter Memory Recall mode.  
•
The memory channel used last is recalled.  
•
A confirmation message appears.  
2
2 Turn the Tuning control, or press Mic [UP]/ [DWN], to  
select the desired memory channel.  
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1
•
You can also recall memory channels by directly  
entering numeric digits via the microphone keypad  
(MC-53DM only). See page 54.  
4 Press [OK].  
•
The contents of the selected memory channel are  
erased.  
•
•
You cannot recall empty memory channels.  
To restore VFO mode, press [VFO].  
You may want to recall only memory channels that store  
frequencies of the current band. Access Menu No. 4  
(MR) to select “ONE”. The default is “ALL”.  
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:  
◆
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 28}.  
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•
•
You can select “0” to “9”, “A” to “Z”, “–”, “/”, or a space.  
NAMING MEMORY CHANNELS  
To enter a dot after the digit, press [MR]. Pressing [MR]  
again clears the dot.  
You can name memory channels using up to  
7 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.  
6 Press [s].  
•
The second digit blinks.  
7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 to enter up to 7 digits.  
Note: You can also name the Priority channel, but you cannot name the  
Call, L1 to L6, nor U1 to U6 channels.  
•
•
•
After selecting the 7th digit, you need not press [s].  
To re-enter the preceding digit, press [t].  
1 Recall the desired memory channel.  
2 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.  
3 Select Menu No. 5 (MEM.NAME).  
To clear all digits and move back to the first digit, press  
[VFO].  
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8 Press [OK] to complete the setting and exit Menu  
mode.  
Note:  
◆
You can assign names only to memory channels in which you have  
stored frequencies and related data.  
◆
◆
The stored names can be overwritten by repeating steps 1 to 8.  
The stored names also are erased by clearing memory channels.  
4 Press [OK].  
•
The first digit blinks.  
SWITCHING MEMORY NAME/ FREQUENCY DISPLAY  
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.  
1 Press [MR] to enter Memory Recall mode.  
•
If you recall a memory channel that has a name stored,  
the last digit blinks.  
2 Press [MHz] to switch between memory name and  
frequency display.  
5 Turn the Tuning control, or press Mic [UP]/ [DWN], to  
select the first digit.  
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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 43} will be useful.  
2 Select the desired frequency and related data  
(Tone, CTCSS, etc.).  
•
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.  
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When programming as an odd-split channel, press  
[F], [CALL] (1 s) instead. “–” and “+” appear.  
Version  
VHF  
UHF  
U.S.A./ Canada  
Europe/ General  
144.000 MHz 440.000 MHz  
144.000 MHz 430.000 MHz  
To use as an odd-split channel, proceed to the next  
step.  
The contents of the Call channel cannot be deleted;  
however, you can overwrite old data with new data as  
described in the following section.  
4 Turn the Tuning control, or press Mic [UP]/  
[DWN], to select the desired transmit frequency.  
5 Press [CALL] again.  
■ Recalling the Call Channel  
•
The selected transmit frequency is stored in the Call  
channel, and the previous mode is restored.  
1 Select the desired band.  
Note:  
2 Press [CALL] to recall the Call channel.  
◆
Transmit Offset status and Reverse status are not stored in an  
odd-split Call channel.  
•
“C” appears.  
◆
To store data other than frequencies, select the data in step 2  
not step 4.  
•
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 [LOW]+[ ] to switch this function ON (or OFF).  
1 Recall the desired memory channel or the Call  
channel.  
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.  
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1
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].  
•
•
VFO Select  
•
•
MHz Function Select  
◆
Lockout status and memory names are not copied from a memory  
channel to the VFO.  
Programmable Memory  
Recall  
Programmable Memory  
Store  
•
•
•
•
•
Memory Channel Store  
Memory ➞ VFO Transfer  
Freq. Step Size Change  
Easy Operation Select  
•
•
•
•
Call Channel Store  
Memory Channel Clear  
VFO Scan  
Partial/ Full reset  
Programmable Memory  
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 [LOW]+[ ], select  
“ONE” in Menu No. 4 (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 PM channels, and  
Memory Channel Lockout.  
If your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning,  
initializing the transceiver may resolve the problem.  
In addition, doing Full Reset is a quick way to clear all  
memory channels; however, you then need to  
re-program memory channels after initialization.  
1 Press [VFO]+[ ].  
•
A confirmation message appears.  
Note: While using the Channel Display or All Lock function, you cannot  
do Partial Reset nor Full Reset.  
2
1
VHF Band Defaults  
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Frequency  
Step  
Tone  
Version  
VFO Frequency  
Frequency  
•
To quit resetting, press any key other than [OK].  
U.S.A./  
Canada  
144.000 MHz  
5 kHz  
88.5 Hz  
88.5 Hz  
2 Press [OK].  
Europe/  
General  
144.000 MHz 12.5 kHz  
■ Full Reset (Memory)  
Use to initialize all settings that you have customized.  
UHF Band Defaults  
1 Press [MR]+[ ].  
Frequency  
Step  
Tone  
Frequency  
Version  
VFO Frequency  
•
A confirmation message appears.  
U.S.A./  
2
440.000 MHz  
430.000 MHz  
25 kHz  
25 kHz  
88.5 Hz  
88.5 Hz  
Canada  
Europe/  
General  
1
•
To quit resetting, press any key other than [OK].  
2 Press [OK].  
Note: You can also do Partial Reset or Full Reset by pushing the RESET  
switch on the transceiver {page 73}.  
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PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY (PM)  
Programmable Memory (PM) allows you to store virtually  
The following settings can be separately stored for the  
VHF and UHF bands:  
all settings currently set on the transceiver. So you can  
quickly recall exactly the same environment later. This  
transceiver provides 4 PM channels. If you are the type  
of person who likes the many features offered by modern  
transceivers, but dislikes remembering how to make all  
the necessary settings, you will find Programmable  
Memory particularly useful.  
VFO frequency  
Memory Recall mode  
Frequency step size  
Tone frequency  
Tone ON  
VFO mode  
Call Channel mode  
Transmit output power  
CTCSS frequency  
CTCSS ON  
PROGRAMMABLE INFORMATION  
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Offset direction  
Offset frequency  
The following programmable settings are shared by the  
VHF and UHF bands:  
Automatic Repeater Offset Reverse ON  
Upper frequency limit  
Lower frequency limit  
Band Select  
Memory Recall method  
Automatic Power Off  
Display Dimmer  
(for Programmable VFO)  
(for Programmable VFO)  
AM/ FM mode  
(U.S.A./ Canada only)  
Prioriy Scan method  
Time-Out Timer  
Advanced Intercept Point  
Auto Dimmer Change  
Beep volume  
1750 Hz Tone Transmit  
Hold (TM-G707E only)  
Data transfer rate  
Scan resume method  
S-meter Squelch  
Microphone keypad  
confirmation tone (U.S.A./  
Canada only)  
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APPLICATION EXAMPLES  
The following are examples of how you might use Programmable Memory. These examples may not represent  
applications useful to you, but you will understand the flexibility of this function.  
Solution  
Solution  
Situation 1  
Because 4 PM channels are available, up to 4  
persons can separately program the transceiver and  
store their customized environment. Then each  
person can quickly change to his or her favorite  
settings, simply by recalling a PM channel.  
It is too much trouble to change back the settings  
after somebody else has reconfigured them. So this  
application may avoid having a feature-rich  
You share your transceiver with other members in  
your family or club. However, each individual has  
personal preferences for how they like to set various  
functions. You have to keep changing many settings  
each time you use the transceiver.  
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transceiver but never using many useful features.  
Situation 2  
Solution  
Solution  
While operating mobile on the way to work every  
morning, you prefer a silent transceiver that does not  
interrupt the morning calm. In addition, you feel that a  
bright display is a waste of electricity in sunlight.  
At night when driving home, you realize the Beep  
function truly serves a purpose and you acknowledge  
it is nice to see a bright display after dark.  
In two PM channels, store the same operating data  
such as frequency, offset, tone, etc., and store  
different settings for the Display Dimmer and Beep  
functions. Then you can quickly recall the best  
settings for day or night operating.  
Solution  
Solution  
Situation 3  
You cannot figure out how you can make the  
transceiver exit the current mode.  
Simply recall PM channel 1 that contains an exact  
copy of the transceiver default environment. You will  
not lose the contents of any memory channels.  
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STORING DATA IN PM CHANNELS  
RECALLING PM CHANNELS  
1 Confirm that the following conditions have been  
satisfied:  
1 Press [PM].  
•
The PM channel numbers appear.  
•
•
•
The transceiver is in the receive mode.  
Scan is not being used.  
Microphone Control is OFF.  
2 Select the desired band.  
3 Select the desired frequency and related data (Tone,  
CTCSS, etc.) using VFO mode.  
2 Press [1] to [4] corresponding to the desired PM  
channel.  
4 If required, select another band, then select the  
desired frequency and related data.  
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•
•
The contents of the selected channel are recalled.  
The selected channel number appears and slowly  
blinks.  
5 Press [F], [PM].  
•
The PM channel numbers appear and blink.  
2
1
•
To exit PM Recall mode, press [PM], [PM OFF].  
6 Press [1] to [4] corresponding to the desired PM  
channel.  
Note: You cannot recall a PM memory channel while transmitting.  
•
The selected frequency and related data are stored in  
the PM channel.  
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AUTO PM CHANNEL STORAGE  
RESETTING PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY  
After you recalled a PM channel, this function  
automatically overwrites the current PM channel with the  
present operating environment when:  
Use this procedure to reset the PM channels to the  
factory defaults.  
1 Press [CALL]+[ ].  
•
•
•
You recall another PM channel.  
You press [PM], [PM OFF].  
•
A confirmation message appears.  
1
2
You switch OFF the transceiver.  
Use the following procedures to activate this function:  
1 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.  
2 Select Menu No. 6 (PM.AT).  
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•
To quit resetting, press any key other than [OK].  
2 Press [OK].  
3 Press [OK], then switch the function ON (or OFF).  
2
1
4 Press [OK] again to complete the setting and exit  
Menu mode.  
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SCAN  
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.  
This transceiver provides the following conventional  
scans in addition to “Priority Scan” {page 44} that may  
be new to you:  
Scan Type  
VFO Scan  
Scan Range  
All frequencies tunable on the  
band  
-
G
7
0
7
D
U
A
L B  
A
N
D
E
R T  
M
FM  
Frequencies stored in the memory  
channels  
KENWOOD  
Memory Scan  
MHz Scan  
D
E
R T  
M
-
G
7
0
7
F
M D  
U
A
L B  
A
N
KENWOOD  
All frequencies within 1 MHz range  
All frequencies in the range  
selected on the band  
Call channel plus the current VFO  
frequency  
Call channel plus the memory  
channel last used  
Program Scan  
10  
Call/VFO Scan  
Call/Memory  
Scan  
Stop  
Note:  
◆
Remember to adjust the squelch threshold level before using Scan.  
◆
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.  
◆
When using S-meter Squelch, Scan stops when the received signal  
strength matches or exceeds the S-meter setting. Scan resumes  
2 seconds after the signal level drops below the S-meter setting.  
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■ Selecting Scan Resume Method  
1 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.  
2 Select Menu No. 10 (SCAN).  
SCAN RESUME METHODS  
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 Time-Operated  
mode or Carrier-Operated mode. 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 [OK], then select Time-Operated (default)  
or Carrier-Operated.  
•
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.  
10  
2
1
Note: To temporarily stop scanning and monitor weak signals, press and  
hold the Mic PF key assigned the Monitor function {page 51}. Release  
the key to resume scanning.  
4 Press [OK] again to complete the setting and exit  
Menu mode.  
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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 55} is used.  
Memory Scan allows all memory channels containing  
data to be scanned.  
1 s  
1 s  
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.  
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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), or press Mic [UP]/ [DWN].  
To reverse the scan direction, turn the Tuning control  
clockwise (upward scan) or counterclockwise  
(downward scan), or press Mic [UP]/ [DWN].  
2 To quit Memory Scan, press any key other than Mic  
[UP]/ [DWN].  
Note:  
3 To quit VFO Scan, press any key other than [MHz]  
and Mic [UP]/ [DWN].  
◆
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 L1 to L6 and U1 to U6 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. 4 (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 [MNU] to enter Menu mode.  
3 Select Menu No. 3 (MR.L.O.).  
1 s  
10  
4 Press [OK], then switch Lockout ON (or OFF).  
1 Select the desired band.  
2 Press [VFO] (1 s) to start VFO Scan first.  
3 Press [MHz] to start MHz Scan.  
2
•
•
•
The 1 MHz decimal blinks while scanning is in progress.  
Scan starts at the frequency currently displayed.  
1
5 Press [OK] again to complete the setting and exit  
Menu mode.  
To reverse the scan direction, turn the Tuning control  
clockwise (upward scan) or counterclockwise  
(downward scan), or press Mic [UP]/ [DWN].  
When you recall a locked out memory channel, a star  
appears above the memory channel.  
4 To quit MHz Scan, press any key other than [MHz]  
and Mic [UP]/ [DWN].  
Note: The L1 to L6 and U1 to U6 memory channels and the priority  
channel cannot be locked out.  
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8 Select a matching channel in the range from U1 to  
U6.  
PROGRAM SCAN  
Program Scan is identical with VFO Scan except that  
you select the frequency range of the scan.  
•
If you have selected, for example, L3 in step 4,  
select U3.  
1 s  
9 Press [MR].  
■ Setting Scan Limits  
•
The upper limit is stored in the channel.  
You can store up to 6 scan ranges in memory  
channels L1/U1 to L6/U6.  
10 To confirm the stored scan limits, press [MR], then  
select the L and U channels.  
10  
1 Select the desired band.  
Note:  
◆
◆
◆
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.  
2 Select the desired frequency as the lower limit.  
3 Press [F].  
4 Select a channel in the range from L1 to L6.  
5 Press [MR].  
•
The lower limit is stored in the channel.  
6 Select the desired frequency as the upper limit.  
7 Press [F].  
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■ Using Program Scan  
CALL/VFO SCAN  
1 Select a frequency equal to or between the  
programmed scan limits.  
Use Call/VFO Scan to monitor both the Call channel and  
the current VFO frequency on the selected band.  
2 Press [VFO] (1 s).  
1 Press [VFO] to select VFO mode.  
2 Select the desired band.  
•
The 1 MHz decimal blinks while scanning is in  
progress.  
3 Select the desired frequency.  
•
•
Scan starts at the frequency currently displayed.  
To reverse the scan direction, turn the Tuning  
control clockwise (upward scan) or counterclockwise  
(downward scan), or press Mic [UP]/ [DWN].  
4 Press [CALL] (1 s) to start Call/VFO Scan.  
•
The 1 MHz decimal blinks while scanning is in progress.  
5 To quit Call/VFO Scan, press any key other than Mic  
[UP]/ [DWN].  
3 To quit Program Scan, press any key other than  
[MHz] and Mic [UP]/ [DWN].  
10  
Note:  
◆
The squelch must be closed for Scan to function.  
CALL/MEMORY SCAN  
◆
If the frequency step of the current VFO frequency differs from  
that of the programmed frequencies, you cannot use Program  
Scan.  
Use Call/Memory Scan to monitor both the Call channel  
and the desired memory channel.  
◆
◆
If the frequency steps of the lower limit and upper limit differ, you  
cannot use Program Scan.  
If the current VFO frequency is within more than one  
programmed scan range, the range stored in the smallest  
channel numbers is used.  
1 Recall the desired memory channel.  
2 Press [CALL] (1 s) to start Call/Memory 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.  
3 To quit Call/Memory Scan, press any key other than  
Mic [UP]/ [DWN].  
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.  
2 Select the desired frequency.  
3 Press [F].  
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.  
•
A memory channel number appears.  
4 Select the Priority channel (“Pr”).  
Note: If you do not operate any control or key for 3 seconds after signals  
drop, the transceiver resumes Priority Scan.  
10  
5 Press [MR].  
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], [MNU] to start Priority Scan.  
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“PRI” appears.  
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.  
1
•
When signals are received on the Priority channel, a  
beep sounds and the Priority channel is recalled. In  
addition, “PRI” blinks.  
1 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.  
2 Select Menu No. 11 (PRI).  
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2 Press and hold Mic [PTT] to transmit on the  
Priority channel and release Mic [PTT] to receive.  
•
Approximately 3 seconds after signals drop, Priority  
Scan resumes.  
3 Press [OK], then select mode A (default) or  
mode B.  
3 To quit Priority Scan, press [F], [MNU] again.  
Note:  
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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.  
2
1
◆
◆
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.  
4 Press [OK] again to complete the setting and exit  
Menu mode.  
To monitor the current operating frequency while using Priority  
Scan, press and hold the Mic PF key assigned the Monitor  
function {page 51}. Release the key to resume 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 [TONE] to activate the CTCSS function.  
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Each time you press [TONE], the selection changes as  
shown below:  
No Indicator  
Tone  
(“T”)  
CTCSS  
(“CT”)  
Note: CTCSS does not cause your conversation to be private. It only  
relieves you of listening to unwanted conversations.  
3 Press [F], [T.SEL].  
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The current CTCSS frequency appears and blinks.  
CTCSS frequency:  
82.5 Hz  
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4 Turn the Tuning control, or Mic [UP]/ [DWN], to  
select a CTCSS frequency.  
CTCSS frequency:  
82.5 Hz  
5 Press [OK] to complete the setting.  
CTCSS frequency:  
100.0 Hz  
6 When you are called:  
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The squelch of your transceiver opens only when the  
selected tone is received.  
When you make a call:  
CTCSS: OFF  
Press and hold Mic [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.  
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◆
You cannot use the CTCSS and Tone functions simultaneously.  
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 15}.  
2 Press [TONE] (1 s) to activate the function.  
•
The current tone frequency appears and the 1 Hz  
decimal blinks.  
Freq.  
(Hz)  
Freq.  
(Hz)  
Freq.  
(Hz)  
Freq.  
(Hz)  
No.  
No.  
No.  
No.  
01  
02  
03  
04  
05  
06  
07  
08  
09  
10  
67.0  
71.9  
74.4  
77.0  
79.7  
82.5  
85.4  
88.5  
91.5  
94.8  
11  
97.4  
21 136.5 31 192.8  
22 141.3 32 203.5  
23 146.2 33 210.7  
24 151.4 34 218.1  
25 156.7 35 225.7  
26 162.2 36 233.6  
27 167.9 37 241.8  
28 173.8 38 250.3  
29 179.9  
12 100.0  
13 103.5  
14 107.2  
15 110.9  
16 114.8  
17 118.8  
18 123.0  
19 127.3  
20 131.8  
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1 s  
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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.  
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The identified frequency is programmed in place of  
the currently set CTCSS frequency.  
Note: Use Nos. 01 to 38, shown in the table above, when selecting tone  
frequencies via Keypad Direct Entry {page 55} (U.S.A./ Canada only).  
3 Press any key to quit the function.  
Note: Received signals are audible while scanning is in progress.  
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DUAL TONE MULTI-FREQUENCY (DTMF) FUNCTIONS (U.S.A./ CANADA ONLY)  
You can send DTMF tones by using the DTMF keys on  
the MC-53DM microphone. The keypad includes the  
■ Autopatch  
Some repeaters in the U.S.A. and Canada offer a  
12 keys found on a push-button telephone plus  
service called Autopatch. Autopatch allows you to  
access the public telephone network by sending  
4 additional keys (A, B, C, D). These additional keys are  
required for various control operations by some repeater  
systems.  
DTMF tones. Some repeaters require a special key  
sequence to activate Autopatch. Check with the  
repeater control operator.  
MAKING DTMF CALLS  
■ Mic Keypad Confirmation Tones  
1 Press and hold Mic [PTT].  
When pressing the desired keys on the microphone  
keypad, this function produces feedback tones for  
your confirmation.  
2 Press the keys in sequence on the keypad to send  
DTMF tones.  
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•
The corresponding DTMF tones are transmitted.  
1 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.  
Your transceiver remains in the transmit mode for  
2 seconds after you release each key. So you can  
release Mic [PTT] after beginning to press keys.  
2 Select Menu No. 28 (DT.MN).  
Freq. (Hz)  
697  
1209  
1336  
1477  
1633  
A
1
4
7
2
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8
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6
9
B
770  
3 Press [OK], then turn the Tuning control to switch  
the function ON or OFF (default).  
C
852  
D
941  
4 Press [OK] again to complete the setting and exit  
Menu mode.  
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STORING DTMF NUMBERS FOR AUTOMATIC DIALER  
CONFIRMING STORED DTMF NUMBERS  
To store a DTMF number with a maximum of 16 digits in  
any of 10 dedicated DTMF memory channels, follow the  
procedure below.  
1 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.  
2 Select Menu No. 29 to 38 (DTMF) corresponding to  
the desired memory channel.  
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.  
3 Press [MR].  
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The number stored in the channel scrolls across the  
display accompanied by DTMF tones from the speaker.  
1 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.  
2 Select Menu No. 29 to 38 (DTMF) corresponding to  
the desired memory channel .  
4 Press [MNU] to exit Menu mode.  
TRANSMITTING STORED DTMF NUMBERS  
To transmit a stored DTMF number, follow the procedure  
below.  
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1 Press Mic [PTT]+ Mic [PF].  
3 Press [OK].  
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The display for entering a DTMF number appears.  
2 Press a single key [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.  
4 Use the keypad to enter the digits of the number to  
be stored.  
After the transmission, the frequency display is restored.  
•
•
The corresponding DTMF tones are heard.  
If you enter an incorrect digit, press [VFO] to erase all  
digits entered.  
5 Press [OK] to complete the entry and exit Menu  
mode.  
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PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTION (PF) KEYS  
The Programmable Function keys are [PF], [MR],  
ASSIGNING FRONT PANEL KEY FUNCTIONS  
[VFO], and [CALL] located on the face of the  
microphone. If you prefer, you can change the default  
functions assigned to these keys.  
1 Press one of the following key combinations  
depending on which key you want to re-program:  
Mic [PF]+[ ] (“PF1” appears)  
Mic [MR]+[ ] (“PF2” appears)  
Mic [VFO]+[ ] (“PF3” appears)  
Mic [CALL]+[ ] (“PF4” appears)  
Programmable Function Key  
[PF] (PF1)  
Default Function  
Band Select  
[MR] (PF2)  
Memory Recall  
VFO Select  
[VFO] (PF3)  
2 Press the key or key combination on the front panel  
that you want to assign.  
[CALL] (PF4)  
Call Channel Select  
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The following types of front panel key functions cannot  
be assigned:  
(POWER)  
switch  
[KEY]+[ ]  
[F]  
[KEY] (1 s)  
SQL control  
Tuning control  
VOL control  
•
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The front panel key will still function normally after  
“copying” its function to a Programmable Function key.  
To restore the default functions, do a Full Reset  
{page 33}.  
Note:  
◆
If the LOCK switch located on the rear of the microphone is ON, you  
cannot re-program the Programmable Function keys.  
◆
Pressing the PTT switch in step 2 assigns the VFO/Memory Recall  
Switch function.  
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User Setting:  
Selects the front panel key function you assigned  
{page 50}.  
ASSIGNING SPECIAL KEY FUNCTIONS  
1 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.  
2 Select Menu No. 20 (PF1) to No. 23 (PF4).  
Monitor:  
Makes the squelch open and allows you to monitor  
activity on the current frequency. This function is useful  
when adjusting the volume or when receiving weak  
signals.  
•
Pressing the re-programmed Mic key switches Monitor ON  
or OFF.  
Scan will not function if Monitor is ON (squelch open).  
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3 Press [OK], then turn the Tuning control to select the  
desired function.  
Enter (U.S.A./ Canada only):  
Allows you to enter digits from the MC-53DM  
microphone. Refer to “KEYPAD DIRECT ENTRY”  
{page 54}.  
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As you turn the Tuning control clockwise the selection  
changes as shown below:  
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User Setting ➞ Monitor ➞ Enter (U.S.A./ Canada only)  
➞ Voice ➞ PWR switch (PF 1 only) ➞ 1750 Hz Tone  
(TM-G707E only)  
Voice:  
Activates or deactivates function that announces the  
current frequency using beeps of different frequencies.  
Press any key to stop the beeps.  
4 Press [OK] again to complete the setting and exit  
Menu mode.  
(POWER) switch:  
Turns the transceiver ON or OFF. This function can be  
assigned only to PF 1.  
1750 Hz Tone (TM-G707E only):  
After releasing the re-programmed Mic key with Transmit  
Hold ON, the transceiver remains in the transmit mode for  
2 seconds; a 1750 Hz tone is not continuously transmitted  
for 2 seconds. A 1750 Hz tone is continuously transmitted  
only while the re-programmed Mic key is being held.  
•
You can also use Transmit Hold to continuously send a  
1750 Hz tone for 2 seconds after releasing the  
re-programmed Mic key. To activate this function, access  
Menu No. 26 (T.HLD) and select ON.  
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AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS  
TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT)  
AUTOMATIC POWER OFF (APO)  
It is sometimes necessary or desirable to restrict a single  
transmission to a specific maximum time. This feature  
can be useful when accessing repeaters to prevent  
repeater time-outs, or when trying to conserve battery  
power.  
Automatic Power Off is a background function that  
monitors whether any buttons or keys have been  
pressed, or whether the Tuning control has been turned.  
After 3 hours pass with no operations, APO turns OFF  
the power. However, 1 minute before the power turns  
OFF, “APO” appears and blinks, and a series of warning  
tones sound.  
When TOT times out, the transceiver generates beeps  
and automatically returns to receive mode. To resume  
transmitting, release and then press Mic [PTT] again.  
Note: If the squelch opens or any settings are changed during the 3 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.  
You can change the default TOT time (10 minutes).  
1 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.  
2 Select Menu No. 13 (TOT).  
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1 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.  
2 Select Menu No. 12 (APO).  
3 Press [OK], then turn the Tuning control to switch the  
function ON (or OFF).  
3 Press [OK], then turn the Tuning control to select the  
desired TOT time .  
•
The selectable time are 3, 5, and 10 minutes.  
4 Press [OK] again to compete the setting and exit  
Menu mode.  
4 Press [OK] again to complete the setting and exit  
Menu mode.  
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6 Press [OK] again, then select the upper frequency  
limit.  
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 145 MHz for  
the lower limit and 146 MHz for the upper limit, the  
tunable range will be from 145.000 MHz to  
2
146.995 MHz. This function will be useful if you always  
check frequencies within a certain range.  
1
7 Press [OK] once again to complete the setting and  
exit Menu mode.  
Note:  
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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.  
◆
You can select the lower and upper limits within the allowable receive  
frequency range that differs depending on the markets.  
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1 Press [VFO] to select VFO mode.  
2 Select the desired band.  
3 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.  
4 Select Menu No. 9 (PROG.VFO).  
5 Press [OK], then select the lower frequency limit.  
2
1
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Note:  
◆
KEYPAD DIRECT ENTRY (U.S.A./ CANADA ONLY)  
When the current step size is 6.25, 12.5, or 25 kHz, entering the  
10 kHz digit completes frequency setting. The 10 kHz and  
subsequent digits are corrected according to which key is  
pressed for the 10 kHz digit.  
You can select the desired operating frequency, memory  
channel, or tone frequency by entering numbers directly  
from the MC-53DM microphone. To use this function,  
assign the Enter function to any Programmable Function  
key first {page 51}.  
◆
◆
◆
If you press any key other than [0] ~ [9] or [Enter], or if you do  
not make the next entry within 10 seconds, direct entry is  
canceled and the VFO mode is restored.  
If you press Mic [Enter] while entering a frequency, the new data  
is accepted for the digits entered and the previous data remains  
unchanged for the digits not yet entered.  
Except for the 1 kHz digit, entering a digit that is outside the  
allowable range causes the nearest digit within range to be  
displayed. For the 1 kHz digit, pressing [0] ~ [4] selects “0” and  
pressing [5] ~ [9] selects “5”.  
■ Frequency Entry  
1 Press [VFO] to select VFO mode.  
2 Select the desired band.  
3 Press the Mic key re-programmed with Enter.  
■ Memory Channel Number Entry  
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The display for Direct Frequency Entry appears.  
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1 Press [MR] to enter Memory Recall mode.  
2 Press the Mic key re-programmed with Enter.  
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“1 - -” appears.  
4 Use the Mic keypad to enter the desired  
frequency.  
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•
Enter the digits in order from the most significant to  
the least significant.  
3 Use the Mic keypad to enter 3 digits.  
When the current step size is 5, 10, 15, 20, or  
50 kHz, enter numeric values to the 1 kHz digit.  
Enter either 0 or 5 for the 1 kHz digit.  
•
•
To recall channel 3, for example, enter “003”.  
If you press any key other than [0] ~ [9], or if you do  
not make the next entry within 10 seconds, the  
previous frequency display will be restored.  
•
On versions with receiver coverage wider than  
10 MHz, enter from the 10 MHz digit. For other  
versions, begin entering from the 1 MHz digit.  
•
If you enter a memory channel that does not contain  
data, an error beep sounds.  
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■ Tone Frequency Number Entry  
CHANGING FREQUENCY STEP SIZE  
1 Select the desired band.  
Choosing the correct step size is essential in order to  
select your exact receive frequency using the Tuning  
control or Mic [UP]/ [DWN]. The default step size on the  
VHF band is 5 kHz (U.S.A./ Canada) or  
2 Press [TONE] to activate the Tone or CTCSS  
function.  
3 Press [F], [T.SEL].  
12.5 kHz (Europe/ General). The default on the UHF  
band is 25 kHz no matter which market version.  
•
The current tone frequency appears.  
1 Press [VFO] to select VFO mode.  
2 Select the desired band.  
3 Press [F], [STEP].  
4 Press the Mic key re-programmed with Enter.  
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“- -” appears.  
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The current step size appears.  
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5 Use the Mic keypad to enter the Tone No.  
corresponding to the desired tone frequency.  
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Consult the tables given in pages 24 and 47 to find  
out how the Tone Nos. correspond to the tone  
frequencies.  
1
2
4 Turn the Tuning control, or press Mic [UP]/ [DWN], to  
select the desired step size.  
•
•
To select Tone No. 3 (74.4 Hz), for example, enter  
“03”.  
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The selectable step sizes are 5, 6.25, 10, 12.5, 15, 20,  
25, and 50 kHz.  
If you press any key other than [0] ~ [9], or if you do  
not make the next entry within 10 seconds, the  
previous frequency display will be restored.  
5 Press [OK] to complete the setting.  
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 144.975 MHz.  
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DISPLAY DIMMER  
BEEP VOLUME CHANGE  
The transceiver beeps each time you press a front panel  
button or Mic key. You can change the beep volume or  
turn it off.  
■ Manual Dimmer Change  
You can manually change the display illumination to  
suit the lighting conditions where you are operating.  
1 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.  
Press [DIM] to select from 5 levels, including OFF.  
2 Select Menu No. 16 (BEEP).  
Note: Selecting OFF automatically switches Auto Dimmer Change  
ON.  
■ Auto Dimmer Change  
This function increases the display intensity one step  
brighter for approximately 5 seconds when you press  
a front panel button or Mic key, or turn the Tuning  
control. No change occurs if you have selected the  
brightest level.  
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3 Press [OK], then turn the Tuning control to select the  
volume from levels 1 to 7 and OFF.  
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The default is level 5.  
1 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.  
4 Press [OK] again to complete the setting and exit  
Menu mode.  
2 Select Menu No. 2 (A.DIM).  
DISPLAY DEMONSTRATION  
By initiating this function, various pre-programmed  
displays appear. You still can normally use the  
transceiver in this mode. Pressing a front panel button  
or Mic key, or turning the Tuning control restores the  
operating display immediately. If there is no button/key  
entry or Tuning control adjustment for approximately  
12 seconds, the transceiver reverts back to  
Demonstration mode.  
3 Press [OK], then turn the Tuning control to switch  
the function ON (or OFF).  
4 Press [OK] again to complete the setting and exit  
Menu mode.  
Press [F]+[ ] to switch the function ON (or OFF).  
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LOCK  
POWER-ON MESSAGE  
Each time you switch the transceiver ON, the factory-  
default message appears and stays for approximately  
2 seconds. You can program your favorite message in  
place of “KENWOOD”.  
■ Transceiver Lock  
Transceiver Lock is suitable for a typical mobile  
installation where you alter most functions with your  
microphone. This Lock disables all functions  
excluding the following:  
1 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.  
2 Select Menu No. 1 (P-ON).  
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•
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(POWER) switch  
[F], [MHz]  
VOL controls  
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•
[F]  
SQL controls  
Microphone keys  
Press [F], [MHz] to switch Transceiver Lock ON  
(or OFF).  
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A key icon appears when the function is ON.  
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3 Press [OK].  
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The current message appears and the last digit blinks.  
4 Press [VFO] to clear all digits and move back to the  
first digit.  
5 Turn the Tuning control, or press Mic [UP]/ [DWN], to  
select the first digit.  
■ All Lock  
All Lock is ideal when you have no plans to transmit  
•
To enter a dot after the digit, press [MR]. Pressing [MR]  
again clears the dot.  
but you want to monitor a specific channel. This Lock  
disables all functions excluding the following two:  
6 Press [s].  
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(POWER) switch  
•
[MHz]+[ ]  
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The second digit blinks.  
1 Switch Transceiver Lock ON.  
7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 to enter up to 7 digits.  
2 Switch OFF the power to the transceiver.  
3 Press [MHz]+[ ] to switch All Lock ON (or OFF).  
•
•
After entering the 7th digit, you need not press [s].  
To re-enter the preceding digit, press [t].  
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The key icon slowly blinks when the function is ON.  
8 Press [OK] again to complete the setting and exit  
Menu mode.  
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■ Squelch Hang Time  
S-METER SQUELCH  
When using S-meter Squelch, you may want to adjust  
the time interval between when the received signals  
drop and when the squelch closes.  
By activating S-meter Squelch, the squelch does not  
open until a signal with the same or greater strength  
than the S-meter setting is received. This function is  
useful to eliminate constantly resetting the squelch when  
receiving weak stations that you have no interest in.  
1 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.  
2 Select Menu No. 15 (HNG.T).  
1 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.  
2 Select Menu No. 14 (S.SQL).  
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3 Press [OK], then turn the Tuning control to select  
from OFF (default), 125 ms, 250 ms and 500 ms.  
3 Press [OK], then turn the Tuning control to switch the  
function ON (or OFF).  
4 Press [OK] again to complete the setting and exit  
Menu mode.  
4 Press [OK] again to complete the setting and exit  
Menu mode.  
Note: Menu No. 15 is selectable only when the S-meter Squelch is  
ON.  
•
The S-meter setting segments appear.  
5 Turn the SQL control to select the desired S-meter  
setting from the 7 levels.  
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1 Select the desired band.  
ADVANCED INTERCEPT POINT (AIP)  
2 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.  
3 Select Menu No. 0 (F/A).  
AIP helps eliminate interference and reduce audio  
distortion caused by intermodulation. This problem is  
often apparent in urban areas when the band is  
extremely crowded.  
1 Select the desired band.  
2 Press [F], [DIM] to switch the function ON (or OFF).  
•
“AIP” appears when the function is selected.  
4 Press [OK], then select FM or AM mode.  
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Note: You can make a separate AIP setting between the VHF and UHF  
2
bands.  
1
5 Press [OK] once again to complete the setting and  
exit Menu mode.  
SWITCHING AM/FM MODE (U.S.A./ CANADA ONLY)  
This transceiver is also capable of receiving in AM mode.  
The default mode for the 118 MHz band is AM; the  
default for the 144 MHz or 440 MHz band is FM. You  
can select either mode for each band.  
When you select AM mode, a spade icon appears.  
Note: The AM mode is available to receive only. You cannot use AM  
mode to transmit.  
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MICROPHONE CONTROL (U.S.A./ CANADA ONLY)  
You can change numerous transceiver settings by using  
the MC-53DM microphone keys. DTMF tones are used  
for this remote control operation. First switch  
Key  
Function  
Key  
Function  
1 Priority Scan  
B Dimmer Level Change  
Microphone Control ON using Menu Set-up.  
2 Tone/ CTCSS  
3 Reverse  
C
—
Note:  
◆
D [F] key  
Down 4  
Up 4  
Audible DTMF tones from other transceivers near you may be picked  
up by your MC-53DM microphone. If so, this could prevent the  
function from working correctly.  
4 1 MHz Step Change  
5 Monitor  
◆
U.S.A. only: It is illegal to transmit control codes on the VHF band.  
Transmit control codes only on the UHF band.  
Frequency Readout  
6
2 Tone Select2, 5, 6  
by Beeps 1  
1 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.  
7 Volume Change 2, 3  
3 Offset Direction Select  
2 Select Menu No. 27 (MC.RM).  
15  
8 Cross-band Operation 5 DTMF Keypad Lock  
9 Squelch Adjustment2, 3  
0 TX Power Change  
A Enter  
6 DTMF Keypad Unlock  
Frequency Step  
0
Change 2, 6  
B AIP  
1
2
3
4
Transceivers equipped with the optional VS-3 unit announce  
the displayed information {page 63}.  
3 Press [OK], then turn the Tuning control to switch the  
function ON (or OFF).  
After entering the selection mode, press [ ] or [#] to change  
the level or selection.  
4 Press [OK] again to complete the setting and exit  
Menu mode.  
Both Volume Change and Squelch Adjustment cannot be  
activated at the same time.  
The following table shows what function is switched ON  
and OFF or which setting is changed. For the shaded  
items, press [D] first (ex. [D], then [2]).  
Both Volume Change and Squelch Adjustment must be OFF  
to change the tone or frequency step using this key.  
5
6
First press [2] to activate the Tone or CTCSS function.  
Press [OK] on the front panel of the transceiver to complete  
the setting.  
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PACKET OPERATION  
Connect this transceiver to your personal computer via a  
1 Press [MNU] to enter Menu mode.  
Terminal Node Controller (TNC) {page 6}. You can send  
E-mail to far away stations or obtain a variety of  
information via your local bulletin boards, or you may  
enjoy other Packet applications. Reference material for  
starting Packet operation should be available at any  
store that handles Amateur Radio equipment.  
2 Select Menu No. 19 (BPS).  
1200/ 9600 bps OPERATION  
3 Press [OK], then switch 1200 bps (default) or  
9600 bps.  
Select 1200 bps or 9600 bps for the data transfer rate,  
depending on the type of your TNC.  
16  
1200 bps:  
The Transmit data input (PKD) sensitivity is 40 mVP-P  
,
and the input impedance is 10 kΩ. This is suitable for a  
typical 1200 bps TNC.  
2
9600 bps:  
1
The Transmit data input (PKD) sensitivity is 2 VP-P, and  
the input impedance is 10 kΩ. This is suitable for most  
9600 bps TNCs. Select 9600 bps if using a TNC with  
dual speed capability that only has a 2 VP-P output.  
4 Press [OK] again to complete the setting and exit  
Menu mode.  
If you select 9600 bps, “9600” appears.  
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Note:  
Pin No. Pin Name  
Function  
Packet data input  
• TX data from TNC to transceiver  
Ground for PKD  
◆
If the TX delay of your TNC is not long enough, connection errors  
may occur. If connection errors frequently occur, it is recommended  
to set the TX delay parameter on the TNC to 300 ms by using your  
computer.  
1
2
PKD  
DE  
◆
Using a modulator input level that is far different from the optimum  
40 mVP-P or 2 VP-P specifications may result in deterioration of the  
S/N ratio or signal distortion. This could result in increased errors or  
a complete failure to connect with other stations.  
Packet standby  
• TNC can use this pin to inhibit the  
transceiver microphone input while  
transmitting packet signals.  
Output of detected 9600 bps data  
(500 mVP-P, 10 kΩ)  
• Also functions as a common pin for  
1200 bps and 9600 bps data output.  
Output of detected 1200 bps data  
(500 mVP-P, 10 kΩ)  
3
PKS  
◆
◆
If the modulator input level exceeds approximately 3 VP-P, the limiter  
circuit functions to maintain the same transmit bandwidth as that of  
3 VP-P  
.
Packet operation, easily affected by transmit and receive conditions,  
requires a full-scale S-meter reading for reliable communication.  
When the S-meter reads less than maximum during 9600 bps  
operation, communication errors are frequent.  
4
5
PR9  
PR1  
◆
Inputting 9600 bps GMSK signals at too high a level or inputting  
significantly distorted signals into the transceiver can cause errors  
and a wide transmit bandwidth that may interfere with other stations.  
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Squelch control output  
• Inhibits TNC data transmitting while  
transceiver squelch is open.  
• Prevents interference to voice  
communications on the same  
frequency. Also prevents retries.  
• Output Level  
Open squelch: +5 V (High)  
Closed squelch: 0 V (Low)  
■ DATA Connector Pin Functions  
This section describes each pin of the DATA  
connector equipped on this transceiver.  
6
SQC  
DATA connector  
Note:  
◆
If your TNC has a common pin for 1200 bps and 9600 bps data input,  
connect this pin to the DATA connector PR9 pin. Shorting the PR9  
and PR1 pins will cause the TNC to malfunction.  
◆
When DC voltage is input to the PR1 pin, the TNC may not function.  
If this problem happens, add a 10 µF capacitor between the PR1 pin  
and the TNC. Be careful with the polarity of the capacitor.  
E (GND)  
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VS-3 VOICE SYNTHESIZER (OPTIONAL)  
Install the optional VS-3 unit to use this function  
In addition, the transceiver announces the displayed  
information as follows when pressing Mic [6] in  
Microphone Control mode {page 60} or the PF key  
programmed with Voice {page 51}.  
{page 67}. Each time you change the transceiver mode,  
such as VFO or Memory Recall, the transceiver  
automatically announces the new mode.  
•
In VFO mode, announces the VFO frequency on the current  
band beginning with the 100 MHz digit. For the MHz  
decimal point, announces “point”.  
The table below shows what the transceiver  
automatically announces when it enters a new mode.  
•
In Memory Recall mode, announces the channel number,  
“channel”, and the frequency. For the L or U channels,  
announces “low” or “up”, the channel number, and the  
frequency. For the Priority channel, announces “PR” and  
the frequency.  
Key Pressed  
[VFO]  
New Mode  
VFO  
Announcement  
“VFO”  
[MR]  
Memory Recall  
Call Channel  
“MR”  
17  
•
In Channel Display mode, announces the channel number  
and “channel”. For the L or U channels, announces “low” or  
“up” and the channel number. For the Priority channel,  
announces only “PR”.  
[CALL]  
“Call”  
Programmable  
Memory  
[PM]  
[MNU]  
[BAND]  
“PM”  
Menu  
“Menu”  
•
•
In Call Channel mode, announces “call” and the frequency.  
New operating  
band  
Current  
frequency  
While a tone frequency is being selected, announces the  
tone frequency.  
Mic PF key  
After installing the optional VS-3 unit, you can also  
reprogram the DIM button on the front panel with Voice.  
Access Menu No. 18 (KEY), and select Voice (VOIC).  
Keypad Direct  
Entry  
programmed with  
“Enter”  
Enter {page 51} 1  
1
When pressed in VFO or Memory Recall mode.  
Note:  
◆
To deactivate the Voice Synthesizer function after installing the  
optional VS-3 unit, access Menu No. 17, and select OFF.  
◆
While using Transceiver Lock, the transceiver makes an  
announcement only when pressing Mic [6] in Microphone Control  
mode or the PF key programmed with Voice. When in All Lock mode,  
pressing these keys simply causes an error beep to sound; the  
transceiver does not make an announcement in any case.  
◆
The Voice Synthesizer function does not work while transmitting or  
scanning.  
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CROSS-BAND OPERATION  
This transceiver is capable of receiving signals on one  
1 Press [BAND] to select the band for transmitting.  
2 Select the appropriate transmit frequency.  
3 Press [BAND] to select another band.  
band and transmitting signals on another band. This  
function, however, is neither Cross-band Repeater nor  
Full Duplex. Cross-band Operation does not repeat  
signals originating from one band, using another band,  
and it does not receive and transmit signals  
•
This band will be used for receiving.  
4 Select the appropriate receive frequency.  
simultaneously. This function is useful, for example,  
when joining in a group talk via a Cross-band Repeater.  
Participants in a group talk need to set a receive and  
transmit frequency on different bands so as not to miss  
any conversations within the group.  
5 Press [F], [ ] to enter Cross-band Operation mode.  
•
A cross icon appears.  
Note: It is illegal to use Cross-band Repeater in some countries. Check  
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with your local regulations.  
Cross-band  
Repeater  
6 To exit Cross-band Operation mode, press [F], [  
again.  
]
Note:  
◆
You can use only 144 MHz and 430/ 440 MHz bands to perform  
Cross-band operation.  
◆
When in Cross-band Operation mode, pressing [BAND] switches the  
receive and transmit band.  
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A
L
B
D
M
F
D
O
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N
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K
TX: 146.500 MHz  
RX: 443.500 MHz  
TM-G707  
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CLONE  
Clone is used to copy exactly all transceiver settings to  
another TM-G707 transceiver. Everything set or stored  
in one transceiver is copied into another transceiver at  
one time. The cable for connecting the two TM-G707  
transceivers is available as an option (E30-3326-05);  
contact a KENWOOD service center.  
5 On the target transceiver, press [F]+[REV]+[ ].  
•
“CLONE” appears.  
6 On the source transceiver, press [CALL].  
•
•
Data transfer starts.  
“SEND” appears.  
Note:  
◆
◆
◆
Before connecting the cable, switch off the power to the two  
transceivers.  
The two TM-G707 transceivers must be the same market versions to  
use the Clone function.  
If “ERROR” appears on the display, you might have performed  
incorrect operations. Switch off the power to the two transceivers  
and exactly follow the procedures given in this manual.  
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•
•
When data transfer finishes, “END” appears on the  
source transceiver.  
1 Connect one end of the appropriate cable to the  
DATA connector of one transceiver.  
If data transfer fails, “ERROR” appears on the source  
transceiver.  
2 Connect the other end of the cable to the DATA  
connector of another transceiver.  
7 Switch the two transceivers off.  
3 Configure one transceiver as required.  
8 Disconnect the cable from the two transceivers.  
•
This transceiver is referred to as the “source  
transceiver” hereafter.  
The connection cable equipped with 6-pin mini DIN plugs  
is wired as below:  
4 On the source transceiver, press [F]+[REV]+[ ].  
DATA connector  
DATA connector  
•
“CLONE” appears.  
PKD (NC)  
PKD (NC)  
3
DE  
DE  
PKS/RxD  
PKS/RxD  
PR9  
PRI  
PR9  
PRI  
SQC/TxD  
E (GND)  
SQC/TxD  
E (GND)  
NC: No connection  
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1
2
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES  
MC-45  
Multi-function  
Microphone  
MC-53DM  
Multi-function  
Microphone with DTMF  
MC-80  
Desktop Microphone  
(MJ-88 required)  
PS-33  
Regulated DC Power  
Supply  
DFK-3C  
Detachable Front  
Panel Kit (3 m)  
DFK-4C  
Detachable Front  
DFK-7C  
Detachable Front  
PG-2N  
DC Power Cable  
PG-3G  
DC Line Noise Filter  
PG-3B  
DC Line Noise Filter  
VS-3  
Voice Synthesizer Unit  
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Panel Kit (4 m)  
Panel Kit (7 m)  
SP-41  
Mobile Speaker  
SP-50B  
Communications  
Speaker  
PG-5A  
Data Cable  
MJ-88  
Microphone Plug  
Adapter  
MJ-89  
Modular Plug  
Microphone Switch  
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INSTALLING OPTIONS  
INSTALLING THE VS-3 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT  
INSTALLING A DETACHABLE FRONT PANEL KIT  
(DFK-3C/ DFK-4C/ DFK-7C)  
CAUTION: ALWAYS SWITCH OFF THE POWER AND UNPLUG THE  
DC POWER CABLE FIRST.  
CAUTION: ALWAYS SWITCH OFF THE POWER AND UNPLUG THE  
DC POWER CABLE FIRST.  
1 Remove the five screws from the upper cover of the  
transceiver.  
1 While sliding the spring-loaded release switch on the  
rear of the front panel, remove the front panel from  
the main unit.  
•
Be careful not to drop the front panel when releasing it.  
FM DUAL BANDER TM-G707  
D
O
O
W
Release switch  
N
E
K
7
0
7
-G  
M
T
R
E
D
N
A
B
L
A
U
D
M
F
D
O
O
W
N
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K
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KENWOOD  
F
M D  
U
A
L B  
A
N
D
E
R T  
M
-
V
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2 Hold the VS-3 unit with the component side facing  
inward, and insert the VS-3 connector into the  
corresponding transceiver connector.  
2 Hang the connector of the connectorized front panel  
cable onto the catch on the main unit, and secure the  
connector using the supplied screw.  
Component side  
•
If the screw is loose, the transceiver may not function  
properly.  
Viewed with the front  
panel removed  
3 Replace the upper cover (5 screws).  
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3 Connect the other end of the connectorized front  
panel cable to the One Touch panel.  
5 Assemble the mounting brackets, and install the front  
panel on the appropriate place in the vehicle.  
•
The cut-away corners of the connector should be  
inserted first into the space such that the corners mate  
with the positioning tab.  
•
•
•
When installing the front panel in the vehicle, use a  
cushion under the bracket to protect the vehicle.  
Adjust the angle of the front panel before firmly  
tightening the two Allen screws.  
Positioning tab  
Route the cable so neither the connections nor the cable  
are under stress.  
Self-tapping screw  
(3 mm x 14 mm)  
Cut-away corner  
14 mm  
One Touch panel  
Flat washer  
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Bracket  
Screw  
Allen screw  
Flat washer  
4 Install the front panel onto the One Touch panel by  
first positioning the left rear edge of the front panel,  
then pressing the right side of the front panel firmly  
against the One Touch panel.  
Cushion  
6 mm  
•
When the release switch clicks, the front panel is  
secured.  
Allen  
wrench  
Self-tapping screw  
(3 mm x 6 mm)  
Allen screw  
Cushion  
Onto the  
appropriate place  
in the vehicle  
Note: Consider the safety of driver and passengers when deciding  
where to install the front panel. Tighten all screws firmly.  
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■ Installation Examples  
DFK-3C  
DFK-7C  
Main unit DC  
power cable  
(6 m)  
Main unit DC  
power cable  
Main unit  
Main unit  
Power  
source  
Power  
source  
Microphone  
One Touch panel  
One Touch panel  
(3 m)  
Microphone  
(7 m)  
(7 m)  
KENWOOD  
F
M D  
U
A
L B  
A
N
D
E
R T  
M
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G
7
0
7
KENWOOD  
F
M D  
U
A
L B  
A
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M
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7
0
7
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To install the microphone cable included with DFK-4C  
or DFK-7C, secure the microphone socket at the  
appropriate position in your vehicle using the long  
self-tapping screw (3 mm x 25 mm).  
DFK-4C  
Main unit DC  
power cable  
Self-tapping screw  
Microphone cable  
Main unit  
Power  
source  
Microphone  
One Touch panel  
(4 m)  
(4 m)  
KENWOOD  
FM D  
U
A
L B  
A
N
D
E
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M
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7
0
7
Microphone socket  
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MAINTENANCE  
GENERAL INFORMATION  
SERVICE NOTE  
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.  
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:  
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  
SERVICE  
5 Other information (Menu setup, mode, frequency,  
button sequence to induce malfunction, etc.)  
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.  
CLEANING  
22  
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.  
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.  
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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.  
Page  
Ref.  
Problem  
Probable Cause  
Corrective Action  
The transceiver will not  
power up after connecting  
a 13.8 V DC power supply  
and pressing the  
(POWER) switch.  
Nothing appears on the  
display.  
1 The power cable was connected 1 Connect the supplied DC power cable  
3, 4  
backwards.  
correctly:  
Red → ( + ); Black → ( – ).  
2 One or more of the power cable  
2 Look for the cause of the blown fuse(s).  
After inspecting and correcting any  
problems, install a new fuse(s) with the  
same ratings.  
5
fuses are open.  
22  
3 The front panel was not  
connected securely to the main  
unit of the transceiver.  
3 Separate the front panel from the main  
unit by using the release switch on the  
rear of the front panel, then lock the front  
panel securely to the main unit by using  
the same switch.  
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4 The connectorized cable was not 4 Connect the connectorized cable  
3, 4  
—
correctly connected.  
correctly.  
The way the transceiver  
functions or displays  
information is strange.  
The electrical contacts on the front  
panel and main unit were soiled.  
Clean the electrical contacts on both the  
front panel and the main unit using a clean  
damp cloth.  
Continued  
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Page  
Ref.  
Problem  
Probable Cause  
Corrective Action  
The display is too dim,  
even though you selected a  
high dimmer level.  
The supply voltage is too low.  
The supply voltage requirement is  
13.8 V DC 15% (11.7 V to 15.8 V DC).  
If the input voltage is outside this range,  
recharge your battery, adjust your regulated  
power supply, and/or check all power cable  
connections.  
3, 4  
The frequency cannot be  
selected by turning the  
Tuning control or by  
Memory Recall was selected.  
Press [VFO].  
8
pressing Mic [UP]/ [DWN].  
Most buttons/keys and the 1 One of the Lock functions is ON. 1 Unlock all of the Lock functions.  
57  
67  
Tuning control do not  
function.  
22  
2 The front panel was not  
connected securely to the main  
unit of the transceiver.  
2 Separate the front panel from the main  
unit by using the release switch on the  
rear of the front panel, then lock the front  
panel securely to the main unit by using  
the same switch.  
Memory channels cannot  
No data has been stored in any  
Store data in some memory channels.  
be selected by turning the memory channels, or stored data  
Tuning control or by  
was erased by Full Reset.  
28  
pressing Mic [UP]/ [DWN]  
when using Memory Recall.  
Continued  
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Page  
Ref.  
6
Problem  
Probable Cause  
Corrective Action  
You cannot transmit even 1 The microphone plug was not  
though you press Mic  
1 Switch OFF the power, then insert the  
microphone plug until the locking tab  
clicks in place.  
inserted completely into the front  
panel connector.  
[PTT].  
2 You selected a transmit offset  
that places the transmit frequency  
outside the allowable transmit  
frequency range.  
2 Press [F], [SHIFT] repeatedly so neither  
23  
“+” nor “–” is visible.  
Packet operation results in 1 Your frequency differs from the  
1 Adjust your frequency using the Tuning  
16  
no connects with other  
stations.  
target station’s frequency.  
control.  
2 The modulation level from the  
2 Adjust the TNC modulation level according 61  
TNC is incorrect.  
to the TNC instruction manual.  
22  
3 There is multi-path distortion.  
3 Reorient or relocate the antenna. The  
strongest signal does not always provide  
the best operation on packet.  
—
4 The TX delay of your TNC may  
4 It is recommended to set the TX delay  
parameter on the TNC to 300 ms by  
using your computer.  
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not be long enough.  
Note: You can also use the RESET switch to initialize settings. Push the switch momentarily to do Partial Reset or press it for 1 second or longer to do  
Full Reset {page 33}. No confirmation message appears. Use this switch when the microcomputer and/or the memory chip malfunction because of  
ambient factors.  
Viewed with the front  
panel removed  
RESET switch  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
Specifications are subject to change without notice due to advancements in technology.  
General  
VHF Band  
UHF Band  
Frequency range  
U.S.A./ Canada  
General  
144 ~ 148 MHz  
144 ~ 148 MHz 1  
144 ~ 146 MHz  
438 ~ 450 MHz  
430 ~ 440 MHz  
430 ~ 440 MHz  
Europe  
Mode  
F3E (FM)  
Antenna impedance  
50 Ω  
Usable temperature range  
Power supply  
–20 C ~ +60 C (–4 F ~ +140 F)  
13.8 V DC 15% (11.7 ~ 15.8 V)  
Negative ground  
Grounding method  
Current  
Transmit (max.)  
11.0 A or less  
10.0 A or less  
Receive (at 2 W output)  
1.0 A or less  
Within 3 ppm  
Frequency stability (–10 C ~ +50 C)  
Dimensions (W x H x D projections not included)  
Weight  
140 x 40 x 189 mm / 5.51" x 1.57" x 7.44"  
1.2 kg / 2.6 lb  
1 Taiwan: 144 ~ 146 MHz  
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Transmitter  
VHF Band  
UHF Band  
50 W 1  
35 W 1  
Power output  
High  
Medium  
Low  
Approx. 10 W  
Approx. 5 W  
Reactance  
–60 dB or less  
5 kHz  
Modulation  
Spurious emissions  
Maximum frequency deviation  
Audio distortion (at 60% modulation)  
Microphone impedance  
3% or less  
600 Ω  
1 Taiwan: 25 W (both bands)  
Receiver  
VHF Band  
UHF Band  
Circuitry  
Double conversion superheterodyne  
38.85 MHz/ 450 kHz  
0.16 V or less 1  
12 kHz or more  
28 kHz or less  
Intermediate frequency (1st/ 2nd)  
Sensitivity (12 dB SINAD)  
Selectivity (–6 dB)  
Selectivity (–60 dB)  
Squelch sensitivity  
0.1 V or less 2  
Audio output (8 ohms, 5% distortion)  
Audio output impedance  
2 W or higher  
8 Ω  
1 U.S.A./ Canada (VHF band): 0.22 µV or less  
2 U.S.A./ Canada (VHF band): 0.11 µV or less  
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POWER ON FUNCTIONS SUMMARY  
This table concludes the functions  
that you can initiate using the  
(POWER) switch. After switching  
OFF the transceiver, press and hold  
the appropriate key, then press the  
(POWER) switch.  
Ref.  
Function  
Key Combination  
Page  
All Lock ON/ OFF 1  
[MHz]  
[LOW]  
[F]  
57  
32  
56  
18  
1
2
Channel Display ON/ OFF  
3
4
Display Demonstration ON/ OFF  
Easy Operation ON/ OFF  
[MNU]  
Mic [PF]  
5
6
5
6
8
7
Mic [MR]  
+[  
Program Function Keys 2  
]
50  
7
Mic [VFO]  
8
Mic [CALL]  
[MR]  
MC-53DM  
9
12 11  
9
Full Reset (Memory)  
33  
29  
33  
37  
Memory Channel Clear 3  
Partial Reset (VFO)  
[MHz]  
10  
11  
12  
[VFO]  
Programmable Memory Reset  
[CALL]  
1
2
3
First press [F], [MHz] to switch Transceiver Lock ON.  
Then press the key or key combination on the front panel that you want assign.  
First recall the memory channel that you want to clear.  
1
4
2
10  
3
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INDEX  
Advanced Intercept Point  
(AIP) .................................... 59  
Installation  
Menu  
Access ............................. 19  
Scan  
Call/Memory ..................... 43  
Call/VFO .......................... 43  
Antenna.............................. 5  
DC Power Cable, Fixed  
Station ................................ 4  
Configuration .................... 20  
Microphone  
Automatic Power Off  
(APO) .................................. 52  
Carrier-Operated  
Resume............................ 39  
DC Power Cable, Mobile .... 3  
DFK 3C/ 4C/ 7C ............... 67  
External Speaker ................ 6  
Microphone ........................ 6  
Packet Equipment .............. 6  
VS-3 ................................. 67  
Keypad Direct Entry  
Connection ......................... 6  
Control ............................. 60  
Offset  
Autopatch ............................ 48  
Channel Display Function .... 32  
Clone .................................. 65  
Memory ............................ 40  
MHz ................................. 41  
Priority .............................. 44  
Program ........................... 42  
Time-Operated Resume ... 39  
VFO ................................. 40  
Automatic Repeater .......... 25  
Direction ........................... 23  
Frequency ........................ 23  
Packet Operation ................. 61  
Continuous Tone Coded  
Squelch System (CTCSS) ... 46  
Cross-band Operation.......... 64  
Display  
Squelch  
Frequency ........................ 54  
Memory Channel  
Number ............................ 54  
Tone Frequency  
Power-ON Message ............ 57  
Demonstration mode ........ 56  
Dimmer, Changing............ 56  
Adjusting .......................... 15  
S-meter ............................ 58  
Switching AM/FM ................. 59  
Programmable Function  
(PF) keys ............................. 50  
Dual Tone Multi-Frequency  
(DTMF) Functions  
Confirming Stored  
Number ............................ 55 Programmable Memory (PM)  
Time-Out Timer (TOT).......... 52  
Auto Storing ..................... 37  
Recalling .......................... 36  
Resetting .......................... 37  
Storing.............................. 36  
Programmable VFO ............. 53  
Lock  
All Lock ............................ 57  
Tone  
Numbers .......................... 49  
Activating.......................... 24  
Automatic ID..................... 47  
Direct Number Entry ......... 55  
Selecting .......................... 24  
Transmit Output Power ........ 17  
Making Calls..................... 48  
Storing Numbers .............. 49  
Transmitting Stored  
Transceiver Lock .............. 57  
Memory Channels  
Call Channel, Changing.... 31  
Numbers .......................... 49  
Call Channel, Recalling .... 31 Repeater Access.................. 22  
Easy Operation .................... 18  
Clearing............................ 29  
Direct Number Entry ......... 54  
Locking Out ...................... 41  
Naming............................. 30  
Recalling .......................... 29  
Storing, Odd-split .............. 28  
Storing, Simplex ............... 28  
Transfer to VFO ................ 32  
Reset  
Full (Memory) ................... 33  
Partial (VFO) .................... 33  
Voice Synthesizer (VS-3) ..... 63  
Frequencies, Selecting  
Volume  
Microphone [UP]/ [DWN] .. 16  
Tuning Control .................. 16  
Frequency Step Size............ 55  
Audio ................................ 15  
Beep ................................ 56  
Programmable Memory  
(PM) ................................. 37  
Reverse Function................. 26  
Fuses, Replacing ................... 5  
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