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KENWOOD HF TRANSCEIVER TS-870S instruction manual

1. 20 USING 1 MHz STEPS 20 QUICK CHANGES 21 Changing Step Sizes 21 FINE TUNING 21 DIRECT FREQUENCY ENTRY 22 FRONT PANEL METER 22 TRANSMITTING 23 SELECTING TRANSMIT POWER 23 TRANSMIT CARRIER LEVEL 23 MICROPHONE GAIN 23 CHAPTER 5 MENU SETUP 24 WHAT IS A MENU 24 MENU ACCESS 24 MENU A MENU B 24 QUICK MENU FUNCTION 24 Programming the Quick Menu 24 Using the Quick Menu 24 TEMPORARY MENU RESETTING 24 MENU CONFIGURATION 25 CROSS REFERENCE FOR MENU FUNCTIONS 28 CHAPTER 6 COMMUNICATING 29 SSB TRANSMISSION 29 SLOW SCAN TV FACSIMILE 29 CW TRANSMISSION 30 TX SIDET
2. 57 Lockout 62 Quick Recalling 59 Quick Storing 59 Quick Transfers to VFO 59 Quick Tunable 59 Recalling 55 Resetting 57 Scanning All Channel 61 Scanning Group 62 Scrolling 56 Searching Programmed 55 Searching Vacant 55 Start End Frequencies 58 Storing Scan Limits 58 Storing Simplex 54 Storing Split Frequency 55 Transfer To Memory 57 Transfer To VFOs 56 Tunable 56 Memory Scan 61 Menu Access 24 Configuration 25 Cross Reference 28 Description 24 Quick Programming 24 Quick Using 24 Resetting Temporary 24 Meter Functions 22 Peak Hold 22 Microphone AGC 47 Compatible 4 Connector MIC 4 Gain 23 Operation
3. 63 PARTIAL RESET 63 FULL RESET 63 SWITCHING ANT 1 ANT 2 63 PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTION BUTTONS 63 ASSIGNING FUNCTIONS 64 USING THE PROGRAMMED BUTTONS 64 LOCK FUNCTION 64 BEEP FUNCTION 64 BUTTON CONFIRMATION 65 ALARM NOTIFICATION 65 DISPLAY DIMMER 65 QUICK DATA TRANSFER 65 SETTING UP 65 Equipment Needed 65 Connections 66 USING QUICK TRANSFER 66 Transferring Data 66 Receiving Data 66 DRU 3 DIGITAL RECORDING SYSTEM OPTIONAL 67 RECORDING MESSAGES 67 MESSAGE PLAYBACK 67 Checking Messages 67 Transmitting Messages VOX 67 Tr
4. 76 SPECIFICATIONS 77 APPENDICES 79 APPENDIX A LEARNING ABOUT DSP 79 APPENDIX B PROPAGATION INFORMATION 80 STANDARD TIME AND INFORMATION STATIONS 80 NCDXF IARU BEACON NETWORK 80 HF BEACONS 80 APPENDIX C GENERAL COVERAGE RECEIVER FOR SWLING 82 APPENDIX D COM CONNECTOR PROTOCOL 83 HARDWARE DESCRIPTION 83 CONTROL OPERATION 83 COMMANDS 83 COMMAND DESCRIPTION 83 PARAMETER DESCRIPTION 84 TERMINATOR 85 TYPES OF COMMANDS 85 COMPUTER CONTROL COMMANDS 85 ERROR MESSAGES 86 COMMAND USE PRECAUTIONS 86 MENU SELECTION TABLE FOR EX COMMAND PARAMETER 36 87 READING COMMAND TABLES 89 COMMAND TABLES 89 INDEX 96 CHAPTER 11 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES 63 MICROPROCESSOR RESET 63 INITIAL SETTINGS
5. 6 Frequencies Popular 41 Operation 41 Antenna Connection 2 External receiver EXT RX ANT 2 Feed Line Loss 2 1 2 2 63 Antenna Tuner External Connection 6 External Operation 50 Operation 49 Preset Bands 49 Presetting 49 Appendices COM Connector Protocol 83 General Coverage Receiver for SWLing 82 HF Beacons 80 Learning About DSP 79 NCDXF IARU Beacons 80 Standard Time Stations 80 ATT 53 Attenuator RF 53 Automatic Gain Control 44 Automatic Mode 48 Auto Notch 52 Backup Memory 54 Bands Changing 20 Beacons see Appendices Beat Cancel 52 Beep Function 64 Break in Full Semi see CW Busy Frequency Stop 61 Button Confirmation 65 Carrier Level 23 Carrier Operated Scan Resume 61 CHE
6. 14 Mode Automatic Selecting 48 Automatic Overriding 48 Selecting 20 Morse see CW Morse Alarms 65 Noise Blanker 53 Reduction 53 Optional Accessories Available 74 Installation 75 Orientation Display 16 Front Panel 10 Rear Panel 15 OVER Alarm 65 Packet Connection ACC 2 6 Frequencies Popular 42 Operation 41 PacTOR Connection ACC 2 6 Operation 41 Partial Reset 63 Power Connecting DC 3 Switching ON OFF 19 Transmit Output 23 Precautions Safety i Program Scan 60 Programmable Buttons Assigning 64 Buttons Using 64 VFO 58 QSO Your First 8 Quick Memory see Memory Channels Quick Rear Panel 15 Receiving Bandwidth 52 IF Shift
7. 56 MEMORY TRANSFER 56 Memory VFO Transfers 56 Channel to Channel Transfers 57 ERASING MEMORY CHANNELS 57 Full Reset 57 STORING SCAN LIMITS IN CH 99 58 Confirming Start End Frequencies 58 Programmable VFO Function 58 QUICK MEMORY 59 STORING INTO QUICK MEMORY 59 RECALLING FROM QUICK MEMORY 59 TEMPORARY FREQUENCY CHANGES 59 QUICK MEMORY VFO 59 CHAPTER 10 SCAN 60 PROGRAM SCAN 60 SCAN HOLD 60 CONFIRMING START END LIMITS 60 MEMORY SCAN 61 BUSY FREQUENCY STOP 61 Scan Resume Methods 61 ALL CHANNEL SCAN 61 GROUP SCAN 62 MEMORY CHANNEL LOCKOUT 62 SETTING SCAN SPEED 62 iv VS 2 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT 75 SO 2 TEMPERATURE COMPENSATED CRYSTAL OSCILLATOR TCXO
8. 30 Data Transfer Function see Transfer Function Digital Recording System optional Installation 75 Message Interval 68 Playback Single Time 67 Playback Multiple Times 68 Recording 67 Digital Signal Processing see DSP Display 16 Display Dimmer 65 DRS see Digital Recording System DSP Adaptive Filters 52 Auto Notch 52 Beat Cancel 52 Introduction 1 Learning About DSP 79 Line Enhance 53 Noise Reduction 53 SPAC Filter 53 External Speaker EXT SP 4 FAX Facsimile Connection 6 Frequencies Popular 29 Operation 29 FCC Information Inside Front Cover Features 1 First QSO Your 8 FM Band Plan 39 Repeaters 38 Subtone Frequency 39 Subtone Type 39 Transmitting 38 97 Memory Channels Channel 99 54 Conventional 54 Erasing
9. 34 Messages Storing 34 Options Emulation 33 Options Serial Number 37 Linear Amplifier Connection REMOTE 5 Line Enhance 53 Lock Function 64 Lockout Memory Channels 62 LSB see SSB Maintenance 69 Memory Backup 54 Channels see Memory Channels Quick see Memory Channels Reset Full 63 Reset Partial 63 Cleaning 69 Clover Connection ACC 2 6 Operation 41 Computer Control Commands 85 Communication Parameters 50 Connection 5 Connector COM 83 Contents ii Conventions Writing Inside Front Cover Correlation Automatic 53 CW Break in Full 31 Break in Semi 31 Pitch 30 Reverse 31 Sidetone Frequency 30 Sidetone Volume 30 Time Decay 31 Time Rise 31 Transmitting 30 Zero Beating
10. 51 Recording Digital System see Digital Recording System Reset Full 63 Menu 24 Partial 63 RF Attenuator 53 RIT 44 RTTY Connection RTTY ACC 2 5 7 Frequencies Popular 41 Operation 40 Reverse 41 Safety Precautions i Satellite Operation 43 Scan Busy Frequency Stop 61 Hold 60 Memory All Channel 61 Memory Group 62 Lockout 62 Program 60 Resume Carrier Operated 61 Resume Time operated 61 Speed 62 Start End Frequencies 60 Service Information 69 Single Sideband see SSB Slope Tuning 51 SPAC Filter 53 Speaker External EXT SP 4 Specifications 77 Speech Processor 23 46 Split Frequency Operation 42 Squelch 19 SSB Transmitting 29 SSTV Connection 6 Fr
11. O O T T T O O T T T T 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 N N 38 FM AGC AUTO FM AGC AUTO FM TRANSMISSION FM operation on HF frequencies solves the problem of how to have long distance voice communication with the finest audio quality When combined with the full quieting aspect of FM signals that suppress background noise on the frequency FM can be the best method for maintaining regular schedules with friends And when conditions are unusually good allowing simplex FM contacts over intercontinental paths you may feel as though you are using your local VHF repeater to talk across town instead of using the HF spectrum for multi hop communication Refer if necessary to OPERATING BASICS beginning on page 19 for complete receiving details for any mode Note Switch ON Menu No 12 FM S MET if you prefer This function applies a correction for the S meter when operating on FM This correction will adjust S meter readings to be equal with other KENWOOD HF transceivers 1 Select the operating frequency 2 Press FM AM to select FM mode 3 Press MONI to switch the Monitor function ON MONI lights 4 Press and hold down the Microphone PTT switch or press SEND The ON AIR indicator lights Refer to VOX page 45 for information on automatic TX RX switching 5 Speak into
12. Memory Lock Out OFF ON Note The Subtone selected via Menu No 57 SUB TONE is automatically stored but the stored Subtone can only be used if the TX and RX modes are FM Channel 99 can store the following Frequency and mode simplex only Start frequency and mode End frequency Memory Lock Out OFF ON MEMORY CHANNEL STORAGE Memory channels can be either simplex or split frequency Simplex channels use the stored frequency for receiving and transmitting Split frequency channels use a different frequency for transmitting and receiving Also even if RIT or XIT is ON with a frequency offset selected this offset will not be added to the frequency when it is stored Simplex Channels 1 Press RX A or RX B to select simplex mode The indicators in the RX A and TX A buttons or the indicators in the RX B and TX B buttons must be ON 2 Select the frequency mode etc to be stored 3 Press M IN to select Memory Scroll mode To exit from Memory Scroll mode and abort the storage process press CLR 4 Turn the M CH VFO CH control to select a memory channel 5 Press M IN to store the frequency and associated data in the selected memory channel Pressing M IN overwrites your new data on any previous data in that channel 55 M CH USB AGC AUTO USB AGC AUTO SPLIT RIT M CH USB M SCR AGC AUTO M CH M SCR AGC AUTO
13. 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 AUTO NOTCH BEAT CANCEL N R TX EQ LO WIDTH FILTER HI SHIFT MIC ATT ANT DOWN UP VOX FULL SEMI AT TUNE SEND THRU AUTO AIP PHONES PROC MONI MIC PWR AF RF NB SQL M IN REC F LOCK CH 4 CLR CH 3 SCAN CH 2 M gt VFO CH 1 M IN ENTER TF SET MODE LSB USB FSK R CW R FM AM FINE 1MHz DOWN UP A B MENU RIT RIT XIT M CH VFO CH XIT CLEAR NB A B M CH QUICK MEMO MR SLOW FAST 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR HF TRANSCEIVER TS 870 ON AIR AT TUNE q w e r t u i o y 0 2 1 3 11 3 GETTING ACQUAINTED 8 MONI control When using the Transmit Monitor function adjusts the volume level of the monitored transmit audio Also adjusts the volume of the CW sidetone Turning the control clockwise increases the volume pages 30 46 9 MIC connector Connect a compatible microphone then snugly screw down the connector locking ring page 4 0 CAR control In CW FSK or AM mode adjusts the carrier level pages 23 30 40 41 When using the Speech Processor in SSB mode adjusts the processor output page 46 Turning the control clockwise increases the carrier level or the processor output 1 DELAY control When using the VOX function or the CW Break in function adjusts
14. 17 18 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Range MHz Band No Range MHz Band No 50 CW AGC AUTO from another room or when coupled with other commercially available products and where lawful from another city via a telephone connection The list of applications is large and expanding and is limited only by the imagination of software programmers In short the COM connector adds a new level of flexibility and opportunity to enjoy Amateur radio when a transceiver control application that supports the TS 870S and a computer are used Before using a computer for transceiver control you should be aware of a few points After you manually switch OFF the transceiver power you can then switch ON the transceiver power using commands from the computer Similarly after switching OFF the power from the computer it is then possible to switch ON the power from the Front Panel You can use the Front Panel controls while using computer control Settings done from the Front Panel are effective immediately After power is switched OFF from the computer all values and settings per the Front Panel controls are restored COMMUNICATION PARAMETERS In order to control the transceiver with your computer you must first choose the communication parameters that you require Configure your transceiver control application for 8 data bits and no parity The communication speed and number of stop bits must match the set
15. 3 1 1 1 3 4 8 4 3 1 4 22 24 27 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 Represented using 0000 min 0030 max Relative values are output 0 No selection 1 SWR 2 COMP 3 ALC 0 Not playing back A Set command cancels playback 1 Channel 1 2 Channel 2 3 Channel 3 4 Channel 4 0 Antenna tuner thru 1 Antenna tuner in line Represented using 000 min 255 max 0 AI OFF 1 IF command outputs its Answer command periodically 2 For parameter changes the corresponding Answer command is output 3 Both 1 and 2 1 ANT 1 2 ANT 2 1 Semi break in ON 2 Full break in ON Represented using 000 068 See table on page 87 Represented using 00000000 FFFFFFFDh Represented in units of 10 Hz using 0000 9999 Represented using 000 min 255 max 000 005 OFF Upward freq shift or _ Not used error occurs Represented in Hz using 0000 9999 For mat No Name Format No of Digits SW MODE FUNCTION FREQUENCY RIT XIT FREQUENCY MEMORY CHANNEL MEMORY CHANNEL SPLIT DATA MEMORY LOCKOUT TX RX TONE NUMBER MODEL NUMBER 1 1 1 11 5 2 1 1 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 7 9 10 11 14 16 0 OFF 1 ON 0 VFO A 1 VFO B 2 MEMORY Represented in Hz Ex 00014230000 is 14 230 MHz The first digit is or
16. 6 dB 2 3 kHz 60 dB 3 3 kHz 6 dB 200 Hz 60 dB 450 Hz 6 dB 500 Hz 60 dB 1000 Hz 6 dB 9 kHz 60 dB 12 kHz 6 dB 14 kHz 60 dB 18 kHz 80 dB or more 80 dB or more 40 dB or more 9 99 kHz 2 V or less 20 V or less 2 V or less 0 25 V or less 1 5 W or more 8 1 705 MHz Canada U S A Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation due to ongoing technological developments SSB CW FSK at 10 dB S N N AM at 10 dB S N N FM at 12 dB SINAD 100 kHz 500 kHz 500 kHz 1 62 MHz 1 62 MHz 24 5 MHz 24 5 MHz 30 MHz 100 kHz 500 kHz 500 kHz 1 62 MHz 1 62 MHz 24 5 MHz 24 5 MHz 30 MHz 28 MHz 30 MHz SSB Lo 300 Hz Hi 2600 Hz CW Width 200 Hz FSK Width 500 Hz AM Lo 100 Hz Hi 4000 Hz FM Width 14 kHz 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 79 APPENDICES that different signal and band conditions can produce different results Try not to come to any conclusions about which settings are best at this early stage Keep an open mind until you ve done a lot more experimenting on various bands with different propagation conditions Widen the receive pass band by turning the LO WIDTH control counterclockwise and the HI SHIFT control clockwise Try to find a QSO in progress between two stations who are experiencing interference from a third station that may be tuning slightly off frequency
17. 9 MEMORY FEATURES Split Frequency Channels 1 Using VFO A select a receive frequency and mode 2 Using VFO B select a transmit frequency and mode 3 Press RX A TX B to select split frequency mode The indicators in the RX A and TX B buttons must be ON 4 Press M IN to select Memory Scroll mode To exit from Memory Scroll mode and abort the storage process press CLR 5 Turn the M CH VFO CH control to select a memory channel 6 Press M IN to store the frequencies and associated data in the selected memory channel Pressing M IN writes your new data on any previous data in that channel Note If you prefer you can store the transmit data in VFO A and the receive data in VFO B instead MEMORY CHANNEL RECALL Once a frequency with associated data is stored in a memory channel this procedure allows you to retrieve that frequency and data 1 Press RX M CH to select Memory Recall mode 2 Turn the M CH VFO CH control or press Mic UP or DWN to select the memory channel that you want After ascending to the maximum memory channel number continuing to step in the same direction returns you to the lowest channel in a circular manner This is also true when descending through the channels Continuously holding down Mic UP or DWN steps the transceiver through the memory channels until the button is released You cannot change memory channels
18. QUICK MEMO MR SLOW FAST 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR HF TRANSCEIVER TS 870 ON AIR AT TUNE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 15 3 GETTING ACQUAINTED REAR PANEL q GND post with wing nut Connect a heavy gauge wire or copper strap between the ground post and the nearest earth ground page 3 Do not connect the ground wire to either your house electrical wiring or gas or water pipes A well grounded transceiver will reduce the risk of interference to television broadcast radio receivers and other electronic devices A good ground can also reduce receiver noise caused by static discharges w ANT 1 and ANT 2 connectors Connect the feed lines from your antennas to these connectors Refer to pages 2 and 63 for details e Power Input DC 13 8 V connector Connect a 13 8 V DC power source page 3 Use the supplied cable with a regulated DC power supply The TS 870S draws less than 20 5 A at maximum transmit output r AT connector Mates with the connector on the cable supplied with the AT 300 antenna tuner Refer to the instruction manual supplied with this tuner for more information t EXT RX ANT jack Mates with an RCA pin plug for connecting a separate receiver Menu No 53 enables this jack Never transmit into this jack Signals received by the TS 870S are distributed via a power divider to the TS 870S receive stage and t
19. S meter output Not connected Chassis ground Transceiver PTT line control Connect to TNC or MCP transmit receive switching pin for digital operation Microphone audio input is muted when the transceiver is switched to transmit Not connected Microphone audio input Connect to TNC or MCP transmit data pin for digital operation Shield for Pin 11 PTT control in parallel with MIC jack for connecting a footswitch or other external controller Function Pin No Pin Name TNC MCP power supply TNC MCP TS 870S PS 52 Personal computer dumb terminal ACC 2 Connector Rear Panel view 13 9 10 11 12 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 Black Red YOUR FIRST QSO 8 RECEIVING 3 GETTING ACQUAINTED Note Only those buttons and controls required to briefly try the transceiver are explained in this section q Set the following as specified AF gain control Fully counterclockwise RF gain control Fully clockwise SQL control Fully counterclockwise w Switch ON the DC power supply then press and hold the POWER switch briefly The transceiver switches ON Indicators and frequency digits should light on the Display e VFO A should already be selected for receive and transmit as shown by the lit indicators in the RX A button and the TX A button If not press the RX A button r Increase the AF gain control slowly clockwise until you hear a suitab
20. The Attenuator prevents distortion by reducing the level of the receive signal The function is also useful to reduce interference from adjacent frequencies Press ATT DOWN or ATT UP to select the desired attenuation The selected attenuation units of dB lights ATT 6 ATT 12 or ATT 18 The status of ATT is stored independently for each ATT band When the ATT band is changed the last setting used on the band is recalled Note The lower limit is inside the band in each case the higher limit is inside the next higher band For example 4 49 MHz is in Band 3 whereas 7 49 MHz is in Band 4 exception 30 MHz is in Band 9 8 REJECTING INTERFERENCE Lowest freq 2 49 2 49 4 49 4 49 7 49 7 49 10 49 10 49 14 49 14 49 20 99 20 99 21 99 21 99 25 49 25 49 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ON ON ON OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF Band No Frequency Range MHz Default AIP Setting Default ATT Setting 54 M CH M SCR AGC AUTO M CH M SCR AGC AUTO MEMORY FEATURES MICROPROCESSOR MEMORY BACKUP This transceiver uses a lithium battery to retain the user specified memory items Switching OFF the power will not erase the Menu Setups or memory channels Lithium battery life is approximately 5 years If you find the transcei
21. and the remaining four digits indicate the frequency in Hz Ex 5320 is 5 32 kHz _ can be used for Represented using 00 99 0 Receive 1 Transmit 0 Not locked out 1 Locked out 0 Receive 1 Transmit Represents the Tone number 01 39 See the Subtone Table on page 85 Represents the type of transceiver The TS 870S number is 015 Note Applicable to Single Beep and Morse abbreviation modes 5 AM 6 FSK 7 CW R 8 No Mode 9 FSK R 0 No mode 1 LSB 2 USB 3 CW 4 FM 85 APPENDICES TYPES OF COMMANDS Commands can be classified as shown below For example note the following in the case of the FA command Frequency of VFO A To set the frequency to 7 MHz the following command is sent from the computer to the transceiver FA00007000000 Set Command To read the frequency of VFO A the following command is sent from the computer to the transceiver FA Read Command When the Read Command above has been sent the following command is returned to the computer FA00007000000 Answer Command COMPUTER CONTROL COMMANDS A summary of the command library for communication between a computer and the TS 870S is included in this section This information can be used if you are developing your own transceiver control program or you are troubleshooting an existing control application SUBTONE TABLE FOR FORMAT NO 14 TERMINATOR
22. 10 25 50 FILTER ALC 3 10 2 1 5 1 0 20 40 100 60 W dB dB 20 COMP M CH USB CW R FSK FM AM LSB AUTO FULL VOX SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI HF TRANSCEIVER TS 870 ON AIR AT TUNE 20 4 OPERATING BASICS SELECTING FREQUENCY There are two methods to select a frequency that are explained in the following sections A Manual Tuning Change to the correct band or use the 1MHz Step function to get close to the desired frequency Then use the M CH VFO CH control for coarse tuning and the Tuning control or the Mic UP and DWN buttons for selecting the exact frequency B Direct Frequency Entry Keypad Enter the desired frequency directly using the numeric keypad CHANGING BANDS 1 If MHz is illuminated on the Display first press 1MHz to exit from the 1MHz Step mode MHz goes out 2 Press UP or DOWN Holding down either button consecutively steps the transceiver to each band USING 1 MHz STEPS The default step size for the 1MHz Step function is 1 MHz however you can also select 500 or 100 kHz steps via Menu No 52 1M 500k Menu selections are explained in more detail beginning on page 24 1 Press 1MHz to enter the 1MHz mode MHz lights 2 Press UP or DOWN The frequency changes up or down in 1 MHz steps or 500 or 100 kHz steps each time UP or DOWN is pressed Holding down either but
23. 3 3 3 63 54 Inside Front Cover 64 63 24 64 44 25 51 52 Problem Symptom The transceiver will not power up after connecting a 13 8 V DC power supply and pressing POWER Nothing appears on the Display and no receiver noise is heard After switching ON the power the transceiver does not function normally For example no digits or incorrect digits appear on the Display After switching ON the transceiver 14 000 00 MHz USB is displayed when you have NOT done a Full Reset The transceiver does not respond correctly after you press button or key combinations or turn controls per instructions in this manual Menu Nos cannot be selected in Menu mode The frequency cannot be changed Turning the RIT XIT control has no affect on the receive frequency SSB audio quality is very poor the high or low audio frequencies are absent Probable Cause 1 The DC power supply is not switched ON 2 The power cable is faulty 3 The power cable is not connected securely 4 A power cable fuse is open 1 The input voltage is outside 13 8 V DC 15 11 7 to 15 8 V DC 2 The microprocessor has malfunctioned The backup lithium battery voltage is too low 1 Procedures are not being followed precisely 2 The Lock function is ON 3 The microprocessor and its memory need resetting The Quick Menu function is ON MHz is lit The Lock function
24. 3 5 200 300 400 500 1 6 1 8 2 1 2 4 2 6 1 7 1 9 2 2 2 6 2 6 1 8 2 0 2 3 2 6 2 6 1 8 2 0 2 3 2 6 2 6 1 8 2 0 2 3 2 6 2 6 1 8 2 0 2 3 2 6 2 6 TX Bandwidth Setting kHz Menu No 29 BANDWIDTH BANDSHIFT TABLE 48 USB AUTO CW AUTO CW AUTO 7 OPERATING AIDS 3 Press ENTER then enter the frequency via the keypad Alternatively you can enter the frequencies by using the Tuning control or Mic UP DWN Pressing UP or DOWN on the Front Panel changes the frequency in 1 MHz steps 0 00 appears if ENTER is pressed The 10 kHz digit is the least significant that can be entered therefore boundaries must be multiples of 10 kHz Four digits must be entered However if ENTER is pressed after beginning to enter digits 0 is entered automatically for the remaining un entered digits and frequency entry is completed If you enter a wrong digit press CLEAR ENTER then re enter the entire frequency 4 Press LSB USB or CW R or FSK R or FM AM to select the mode for this boundary 5 Repeat Steps 2 4 for each boundary that you want to change 6 Press CLR to exit from this mode Switching the power OFF before pressing CLR results in loss of the entered data USING AUTOMATIC MODE Toggle Automatic Mode ON or OFF via Menu No 34 AUT MOD
25. 30 30 1 TUNE THRU IN Answer Only TUNE THRU IN TUNE OFF ON 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 A C P2 P3 A C P1 P2 P3 A C 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 q u i o 0 w r t y e 90 APPENDICES 1 Sets or reads carrier gain CG CARRIER GAIN 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 31 CARRIER GAIN 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 C G P1 C G 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 P1 C G 1 Microphone DOWN UP function DN 2 Parameter Format Parameter function 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 DN UP 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 UP DOWN UP 1 Sets or reads CW Break in BI BREAK IN Note The setting for P1 is not linked with the VOX OFF ON parameter 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 34 BREAK IN OFF ON 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 B I P1 B I P1 B I 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Reads Busy signals BY BUSY 2 Parameter
26. LO WIDTH FILTER HI SHIFT AF RF NB SQL ENTER TF SET MODE LSB USB FSK R CW R FM AM FINE 1MHz DOWN UP A B MENU RIT RIT XIT M CH VFO CH XIT CLEAR NB A B M CH 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR USB CW R FSK FM AM M SCR PRG SCAN F LOCK FINE MHz LSB AUTO FULL SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI MENU A B SPLIT RIT TONE XIT NB WIDTH CTRL SHIFT ON AIR AT TUNE MODE LSB USB FSK R CW R FM AM RX TX AUTO NOTCH BEAT CANCEL N R TX EQ LO WIDTH FILTER HI SHIFT AF RF NB SQL ENTER TF SET MODE LSB USB FSK R CW R FM AM FINE 1MHz DOWN UP A B MENU RIT RIT XIT M CH VFO CH XIT CLEAR NB A B M CH 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR USB CW R FSK FM AM M SCR PRG SCAN F LOCK FINE MHz LSB AUTO FULL SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI MENU A B SPLIT RIT TONE XIT NB WIDTH CTRL SHIFT ON AIR AT TUNE A B RX TX AUTO NOTCH BEAT CANCEL N R TX EQ LO WIDTH FILTER HI SHIFT AF RF NB SQL ENTER TF SET MODE LSB USB FSK R CW R FM AM FINE 1MHz DOWN UP A B MENU RIT RIT XIT M CH VFO CH XIT CLEAR NB A B M CH 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 DIGITAL
27. To signal the end of a command it is necessary to use a semicolon The digit where this special character must appear differs depending on commands Function Command AC AG AI AN BC BI BY CG DN EQ EX FA Antenna Tuner THRU IN LINE and tuning START CANCEL Sets or reads AF gain Auto information OFF ON Selects antenna connector ANT 1 ANT 2 Sets or reads Beat Cancel Sets or reads CW Break in Reads Busy signals Sets or reads carrier gain MIC DOWN function Sets or reads Transmit Equalizer Sets or reads Menu Sets or reads VFO A frequency 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 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 97 4 100 0 103 5 107 2 110 9 114 8 118 8 123 0 127 3 131 8 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 136 5 141 3 146 2 151 4 156 7 162 2 167 9 173 8 179 9 186 2 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 192 8 203 5 210 7 218 1 225 7 233 6 241 8 250 3 1750 Freq Hz No No No No Freq Hz Freq Hz Freq Hz Commands Input Command Input to the transceiver Output Command From the transceiver Set Command Sets a particular condition Read Command Reads an answer Answer Command Transmits a condition For mat No Name
28. 2 1 1 1 Accessory Part Number Quantity France Holland B52 0607 XX 1 2 INSTALLATION ANTENNA CONNECTION The type of the antenna system consisting of the antenna ground and feed line will greatly affect the successful performance of the transceiver Use a properly adjusted 50 antenna of good quality to let your transceiver perform at its best Use a good quality 50 coaxial cable and a first quality connector for the connection Match the impedance of the coaxial cable and antenna so that the SWR is 1 5 1 or less All connections must be clean and tight While the transceiver s protection circuit will activate if the SWR is greater than 2 5 1 do not rely on protection to compensate for a poorly functioning antenna system High SWR will cause the transmit output to drop and may lead to radio frequency interference to consumer products such as stereo receivers and televisions You may even interfere with your own transceiver Reports that your signal is garbled or distorted especially at peak modulation may indicate that your antenna system is not efficiently radiating the transceiver s power If you feel a tingle from the transceiver s cabinet or the microphone s metal fittings when you modulate you can be certain that at the least your coax connector is loose at the rear of the radio and at the worst your antenna system is not efficiently radiating power Connect your antenna feed line to
29. 4 Press M IN to select the Memory Scroll mode To exit from Memory Scroll mode and abort the storage process press CLR 5 Turn the M CH VFO CH control to select channel 99 6 Press M IN to store the frequency limits Pressing M IN overwrites new data on any previous data in that channel Note On some General market versions the frequency limits must be on the same band or they cannot be stored Confirming Start End Frequencies The following allows you to check the programmed Start and End frequencies 1 Press RX M CH to select Memory Recall mode 2 Turn the M CH VFO CH control to select channel 99 3 Press DOWN to check the Start frequency and press UP to check the End frequency Programmable VFO Function This function restricts the range of the Tuning control to those frequencies included by the Start and End frequencies that were programmed above One application of this function is to keep your operating within the authorized frequency limits of your license 1 Press RX M CH to select Memory Recall mode 2 Turn the M CH VFO CH control to select channel 99 3 Turn the Tuning control and you will notice that you can only tune from the Start frequency to the End frequency After reaching the End frequency the transceiver reverts back to the Start frequency again 59 M CH CW AGC AUTO M CH CW AGC AUTO M CH FSK AGC AUTO M CH FSK
30. ATT ANT DOWN UP VOX FULL SEMI AT TUNE SEND THRU AUTO AIP PHONES PROC MONI MIC PWR M IN REC F LOCK CH 4 CLR CH 3 SCAN CH 2 M gt VFO CH 1 M IN ENTER TF SET FINE 1MHz QUICK MEMO MR SLOW FAST 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 SWR PWR S 9 7 5 3 1 10 25 50 FILTER ALC 3 10 2 1 5 1 0 20 40 100 60 W dB dB 20 COMP M CH USB CW R FSK FM AM LSB AUTO FULL VOX SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI HF TRANSCEIVER TS 870 ON AIR AT TUNE 5 0 4 9 3 8 2 7 1 6 REC F LOCK CH 4 CLR CH 3 SCAN CH 2 M gt VFO CH 1 M IN ENTER USB AGC AUTO 23 For more specific procedures refer to instructions for each mode in COMMUNICATING beginning on page 29 MICROPHONE GAIN The MIC gain control must be adjusted any time the SSB LSB or USB or AM mode is used without speech processing Set the MIC gain control so that the ALC meter reads within the limits of the ALC zone at all times When Speech Processing is used the microphone gain is fixed as shown in the table below regardless of the MIC gain control setting The MIC gain control has no affect in FM mode Menu No 61 FM MIC switches the microphone gain between low L and high H in this mode Refer to specific procedures in COMMUNICATING beginning on page 29 4 OPERATING BASICS TRANSMITTING Methods for t
31. CH 3 SCAN CH 2 M gt VFO CH 1 M IN ENTER TF SET MODE LSB USB FSK R CW R FM AM FINE 1MHz DOWN UP A B MENU RIT RIT XIT M CH VFO CH XIT CLEAR NB A B M CH QUICK MEMO MR SLOW FAST 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR PWR 9 7 5 3 1 10 25 50 FILTER ALC 0 20 40 100 60 W dB USB AGC HF TRANSCEIVER TS 870 ON AIR AT TUNE w w y e r t u w w i i q 10 3 GETTING ACQUAINTED FRONT PANEL q POWER switch Press and hold down briefly to switch the transceiver power ON Press again to switch OFF the power page 19 w ATT DOWN UP buttons Press either button to step up or down through the available receive signal attenuator selections The attenuator is OFF when all three selections of 6 12 and 18 dB are not lit page 53 e ANT button Press to select Antenna 1 or Antenna 2 that are connected to their respective antenna connectors on the Rear Panel pages 2 63 r VOX button In the voice modes press to switch the Voice Operated Transmit function ON or OFF page 45 In CW mode switches the Break in function ON or OFF page 31 t FULL SEMI button In CW mode press to select Full or Semi Break in operation which affects the transmit receive recovery time after sending stops page 31 y AIP button P
32. Display Release POWER when you see HELLO After the HELLO message the frequency and other indicators light Pressing POWER too long switches the power OFF If the TS 870S has not been used for an extended period HELLO may not appear immediately To switch OFF the transceiver press POWER 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 ADJUSTING VOLUME AUDIO FREQUENCY AF GAIN Turn the AF gain control clockwise to increase the audio level and counterclockwise to decrease the level lt lt lt 6 9L gt gt gt Note The position of the AF gain control does not affect the volume of beeps caused by pressing buttons nor the CW transmit sidetone Also the audio level for Packet operation is independent of the AF gain control setting RADIO FREQUENCY RF GAIN Usually set the RF gain control maximum clockwise If you are having trouble hearing the desired signal due to excessive atmospheric noise or interference from other stations it may help to reduce the RF gain To do this take note of the peak S meter reading of the desired signal then turn the RF gain control counterclockwise to match this peak reading with the illuminated S meter segments Signals that are weaker than the level set with the RF gain control will be attenuated Reception of the station is easier OPERATING
33. Edmonton Bologna Crowborough St Petersburg FL Tyler TX California Argentina Spain Arlington TX Natal Germany Mt Predigtstuhl Pickens SC Sarasota FL Venice FL Marlboro MA Staten Is NY 14100 24192 05 28050 28175 28191 28191 28195 28200 28200 28200 28200 28201 28201 5 28202 28202 5 28204 28205 28206 28207 5 28207 5 28208 28209 See page 80 KK6TG PY2GOB VE3TEN 5B4ZL VE6YF IY4M GB3SX KF4MS KG5YB W6WX LU8ED EA7PS KE5GY ZS5VHF DL IGI DL IGI KJ4X KE4NL W8FKL WA1IOB NX2O A1A F1A A1A F1A A1A F1A A1A A1A 100 0 03 15 10 10 10 20 8 75 3 100 1 5 5 100 100 2 5 10 75 10 81 APPENDICES Freq kHz Call Sign Location Emis ERP 28255 28255 28257 5 28259 28260 28260 28262 28263 28264 28265 28266 28268 28268 5 28270 28270 28272 5 28275 28275 28277 5 28280 28280 28280 28281 28282 28282 28283 28283 5 28285 28285 28286 28286 28286 28286 28286 6 28287 28287 28288 28290 28290 28292 5 28294 28294 5 28295 28296 28297 28299 28299 28300 28300 28303 28315 28888 28890 28992 LU1UG WB4JHS DK TEN WB9FVR KA1NSV VK5WI VK2RSY N6PEQ VK6RWA N9JL VK6RTW KB4UPI W9KFO VK4RTL ZS6PW 9L1FTN AL7GQ ZS1LA DF AAB KB2BBW LU8EB YV5AYV VE1MUF OK EG VE2HOT WD4LWG EA7RCC N2JNT VP8ADE KA1YE KE2DI KK4M N3GPP KK4M H44SI W8OMV W2NZH
34. Format No of Digits KEYER SPEED KEYER MESSAGE KEYER BUFFER LOAD MESSAGE LEVEL POWER CONTROL RF ATTENUATOR SEMI BREAK IN DELAY TIME SYSTEM RESET VOX DELAY TIME 3 24 1 1 3 3 2 4 1 4 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 Represented in words per minute using 001 min 100 max Contains the CW message 0 Buffer space available 1 Buffer space not available 0 Not recording A Set command cancels recording 1 Channel 1 2 Channel 2 3 Channel 3 4 Channel 4 Represented using 000 min 255 max Represented in watts using 010 min 100 max 00 0 dB 01 6 dB 02 12 dB 03 18 dB Represented in msec using 0050 0800 1 VFO Reset RX A 2 MR Reset A B Represented in msec using 0150 2700 86 APPENDICES ERROR MESSAGES In addition to the Answer Command the transceiver can send the following error messages COMMAND USE PRECAUTIONS 1 Do not use the control characters 00 to 1Fh since they are either ignored or cause a answer 2 Program execution may be delayed while turning the Tuning control rapidly 3 Receive data is not processed if the frequency is entered from the keypad Function Command RT RU RX SC SD SM SQ SR TX UP VD VR VX XT Sets or reads RIT OFF ON Raises RIT frequency Selects receive mode Sets or reads Scan OFF ON S
35. L P1 N L 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Sets Noise Reduction OFF ON or reads status NR NOISE REDUCTION 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 1 NOISE REDUCTION OFF ON 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 N R P1 N R P1 N R 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Sets or reads Notch Filter NT NOTCH 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 1 NOTCH OFF ON 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 N T P1 N T P1 N T 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Sets AIP OFF ON or reads status MX MIXER 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 1 AIP OFF ON 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 M X P1 M X P1 M X 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 94 APPENDICES 1 Sets RIT OFF ON or reads status RT RIT 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 1 RIT OFF ON 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 R T P1 R T P1 R T 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Sets
36. PROC MONI MIC PWR M IN REC F LOCK CH 4 CLR CH 3 SCAN CH 2 M gt VFO CH 1 M IN ENTER TF SET FINE 1MHz QUICK MEMO MR SLOW FAST 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 SWR PWR S 9 7 5 3 1 10 25 50 FILTER ALC 3 10 2 1 5 1 0 20 40 100 60 W dB dB 20 COMP M CH USB CW R FSK FM AM LSB AUTO FULL VOX SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI HF TRANSCEIVER TS 870 ON AIR AT TUNE ALC 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 MIC PWR 24 MENU SETUP 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 No longer is the number and complexity of features restricted by the physical controls and switches on the Front Panel MENU ACCESS The following procedure explains how to check or change any of the Menu items 1 Press MENU 2 Turn the M CH VFO CH control to select the desired Menu No 3 Press UP or DOWN or Mic UP or Mic DWN to change the current selection for this Menu item 4 Press MENU or CLR to exit Menu mode If the power is switched OFF before this step is completed the selection just made will be canceled MENU A MENU B The TS 870S has two menus These menus are called Menu A and Menu B The menus contain iden
37. Rear Panel view REMOTE connector Speaker output Common terminal Standby when grounded the transceiver enters TX mode When connected with the common terminal the amplifier enters TX mode When connected with the common terminal the amplifier enters RX mode 1 2 3 4 5 ALC input from amplifier Approx 12 V DC is output when in TX mode 10 mA max 6 7 Pin No Function 6 2 INSTALLATION Antenna Tuner AT If using an external AT 300 antenna tuner connect it here using the cable supplied with the antenna tuner The AT 300 must be connected to ANT 1 it will not function if connected to ANT 2 SM 230 Station Monitor IF OUT 1 Connect a cable from the IF OUT 1 jack to the IF IN jack on the SM 230 Station Monitor This cable couples the 8 83 MHz IF from your TS 870S for pan display on the Station Monitor Accessory Equipment ACC 2 If you intend to use this transceiver for any of the digital modes connect the input output connections from a Terminal Node Controller TNC for Packet operation a Multimode Communications Processor MCP for operation on Packet PacTOR AMTOR G TOR or FAX or a Clover interface to this connector SSTV and phone patch equipment can also be connected to ACC 2 SSTV operation is possible by connecting the input output from a computer sound card to ACC 2 then running an SSTV application on the computer To operate on the digital modes you will need the
38. such as that generated by automobile ignitions Press NB to toggle the Noise Blanker ON or OFF To change the level of blanking adjust the NB control Always use the minimum necessary blanking This reduces the chances of blanking your desired signal NB lights when the function is ON When receiving a strong signal while the Noise Blanker is ON receive audio may sound distorted Eliminate the distortion by reducing the Noise Blanker level or by switching OFF the function AIP ADVANCED INTERCEPT POINT AIP helps eliminate interference and reduce audio distortion that is sometimes caused by the presence of strong signals AIP is especially useful during contest type conditions on an extremely crowded band or when propagation is at a peak and all signals are local quality Press AIP to toggle the AIP function ON or OFF AIP lights when the function is ON By default AIP switches ON for all frequencies below 7490 kHz However the status of AIP is stored independently for each AIP band When a different AIP band is selected the last setting OFF ON used on that band is recalled Note If you are concerned about precise S meter readings switch ON Menu No 11 AIP GAIN when using this function AIP GAIN does not change the S meter sensitivity but due to the increased gain the noise level increases even while receiving no signals AIP GAIN does not work in FM or AM ATTENUATOR
39. then continue scanning Starting the Program Scan function switches OFF the RIT and XIT functions RIT and XIT are not switched ON again when Program Scan stops and the RIT XIT offset frequency is not cleared Operating mode can be changed while scanning If Automatic Mode is switched ON it will function with the Program Scan function Use the following procedure to activate Program Scan 1 Select the VFO mode using VFO A or VFO B 2 Press SCAN 3 To stop scanning press SCAN or CLR or SEND or Mic PTT SCAN HOLD While using Program Scan if Menu No 65 PG S HOLD is switched ON then turning the Tuning or M CH VFO CH control stops the transceiver from scanning for approximately five seconds This is also true if Mic UP or DWN is pressed Program Scan resumes after the five second pause The default is OFF CONFIRMING START END LIMITS 1 Recall memory channel 99 2 Press DOWN to check the Start frequency and press UP to check the End frequency Jumps to Start frequency End Relationship Start frequency LOWER THAN End frequency Start frequency EQUAL TO End frequency Start frequency HIGHER THAN End frequency Within Scan range Lower or higher than Scan range Start End frequency Lower or higher than Start End frequency Within Scan range Lower or higher than Scan range Up Jumps to Start frequency then scans up Monitors Start End fre
40. to return to the receive mode CONTINUOUS MULTI CHANNEL PLAYBACK You can also play back messages one after the other in any order to make longer messages You could for example first play channel 3 followed by channel 1 then channel 4 then channel 2 If the Repeat function is activated while playing back messages the remainder of the selected messages are played back then playback begins again from the beginning of the series of messages The cycle repeats until you manually interrupt 1 Press CH 1 or CH 2 or CH 3 or CH 4 to begin playing back a stored message 2 While the first message is still playing press another memory channel button CH 1 or CH 2 or CH 3 or CH 4 to queue the next message For example AP 1 2 3 appears while Messages 1 2 and 3 are queued to play The same memory that was played back in Step 1 may be queued in this step To interrupt playback press CLR To toggle the Repeat function ON or OFF access Menu No 39 REPEAT The default is OFF ALTERING INTER MESSAGE INTERVAL The inter message interval refers to the time period between each message if only one message is played back or between series of messages if more than one message is played back Example 1 Ch 2 Interval Ch 2 Interval Example 2 Ch 3 Ch 2 Ch 1 Ch 4 Interval Ch 3 Ch 2 Ch 1 Ch 4 Interval Select the t
41. 10 11 12 13 14 P1 P L P2 46 PROCESSER OUTPUT LEVEL P2 P2 1 Sets Speech Processor OFF ON or reads status PR SPEECH PROCESSOR 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 1 SPEECH PROCESSOR OFF ON 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 P R P1 P R P1 P R 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Sets Power OFF ON or reads status PS POWER SWITCH 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 1 POWER OFF ON 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 P S P1 P S P1 P S 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Sets Noise Blanker OFF ON or reads status NB NOISE BLANKER 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 1 NOISE BLANKER OFF ON 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 N B P1 N B P1 N B 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Sets or reads Noise Blanker level NL NOISE BLANKER LEVEL 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 46 NOISE BLANKER LEVEL 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 N L P1 N
42. 31 32 33 34 P8 P7 P5 35 P6 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 P4 P1 P3 Note For a vacant channel the Answer command sends 0 for all parameters except the memory channel number P1 must be 0 to read the CH 99 Start frequency and 1 to read the End frequency 1 Sets or reads modes MD MODE 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 2 MODE 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 M D P1 M D P1 M D 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Sets or reads MIC gain MG MIC GAIN 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 31 MIC GAIN 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 M G P1 M G 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 P1 M G 1 Writes into memory Note All parameters must be entered The memory channel becomes a vacant channel if all frequency digits are 0 Other parameters are ignored P1 must be 0 to store a Start frequency and 1 to store an End frequency MW MEMORY WRITE 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 9 7 4 2 10 1 14 SPLIT DATA NOT USED MEMORY CHANNEL FREQUENCY MODE MEMORY LOCKOUT TONE OFF ON TONE NUMBER NOT USED 3
43. 5 107 2 110 9 114 8 118 8 123 0 127 3 131 8 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 136 5 141 3 146 2 151 4 156 7 162 2 167 9 173 8 179 9 186 2 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 192 8 203 5 210 7 218 1 225 7 233 6 241 8 250 3 1750 Freq Hz No No No No Freq Hz Freq Hz Freq Hz CW RTTY Packet Beacons Phone AM Satellite downlinks Repeater inputs FM simplex calling Repeater outputs 28000 28070 28070 28150 28120 28189 28190 28300 28300 29300 29000 29200 29300 29510 29510 29590 29600 29610 29700 Frequency Range kHz Mode Activity 1 1 40 FSK AGC AUTO S 9 7 5 3 1 10 25 50 FILTER ALC 0 20 40 100 60 W dB AM AGC AUTO 6 COMMUNICATING AM TRANSMISSION Each mode used on the HF Amateur bands has its own advantages Although long distance DX contacts may be less common while using AM the superior audio quality characteristic of AM operation is one reason why some prefer this mode When looking for others using AM check the following frequencies first 3885 7290 14286 21390 and 29000 29200 kHz Refer if necessary to OPERATING BASICS beginning on page 19 for complete receiving details for any mode 1 Select the operating frequency 2 Press FM AM to select AM mode 3 Select the ALC meter functio
44. 62 memory channels from the scan list 5 AGC control Turn to adjust the AGC time constant after selecting the manual AGC mode page 44 6 KEY SPEED control In CW mode turn clockwise to increase the internal electronic keyer speed and counterclockwise to decrease the speed page 32 7 PROC control When using the Speech Processor in SSB or AM mode adjusts the compression level Turning the control clockwise increases compression pages 23 46 5 0 4 9 3 8 2 7 1 6 RX TX OFF CAR DELAY AGC KEY SPEED METER PROC MONI 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 AUTO NOTCH BEAT CANCEL N R TX EQ LO WIDTH FILTER HI SHIFT MIC ATT ANT DOWN UP VOX FULL SEMI AT TUNE SEND THRU AUTO AIP PHONES PROC MONI MIC PWR AF RF NB SQL M IN REC F LOCK CH 4 CLR CH 3 SCAN CH 2 M gt VFO CH 1 M IN ENTER TF SET MODE LSB USB FSK R CW R FM AM FINE 1MHz DOWN UP A B MENU RIT RIT XIT M CH VFO CH XIT CLEAR NB A B M CH QUICK MEMO MR SLOW FAST 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR HF TRANSCEIVER TS 870 ON AIR AT TUNE 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 12 3 GETTING ACQUAINTED 6 Programmable Function buttons The functions of these four buttons are selected and assigne
45. 7 49 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Range MHz Band No Range MHz Band No 64 USB F LOCK AGC AUTO ASSIGNING FUNCTIONS 1 Press MENU 2 Turn the M CH VFO CH control to select Menu No 45 46 47 or 48 3 Press UP or DOWN or Mic UP or Mic DWN to change the current selection for this Menu item 4 Press MENU or CLR to exit from Menu mode If the power is switched OFF before this step is completed the selection just made will be canceled USING THE PROGRAMMED BUTTONS Press one of the buttons labeled ENTER TF SET 1MHz or FINE The assigned function activates Note After a Partial or Full Reset the settings of the PF keys are reset to default values LOCK FUNCTION The Lock function disables some buttons to prevent you from accidentally activating a function or disturbing current settings Press F LOCK to toggle the Lock function ON or OFF F LOCK lights when the Lock function is ON The following buttons and controls are NOT affected by activating the Lock function Note Even after Lock has been activated you can still use the Tuning control with TF SET to change your transmit frequency when operating split frequency BEEP FUNCTION The purpose of the Beep function is to provide an audible signal that conveys information There are two types of signals To confirm
46. BASICS Furthermore using a faster AGC setting page 44 will help eliminate the blocking affect of the large AGC voltage that is developed due to a strong adjacent station Depending on the type and gain of your antenna and the condition of the band you may prefer leaving the RF gain control turned counterclockwise by some amount instead of turning it fully clockwise ADJUSTING SQUELCH The purpose of squelch is to silence audio output from the speaker when no signals are present Setting the squelch threshold too high causes the squelch to remain closed while a weak signal is present Setting the threshold too low allows noise to be heard between transmissions from other stations Many operators prefer leaving the squelch control fully counterclockwise unless operating full carrier modes such as FM or AM Turn the SQL control to just eliminate the background noise when no signal is present or set and forget at full counterclockwise rotation DUAL DIGITAL VFOs The A and B VFOs function independently so that different or the same frequencies can be selected by each VFO The following sections explain how to select a VFO and how to copy frequency data from one VFO to the other SELECTING VFOs RX A RX B Press RX A to select VFO A Press RX B to select VFO B 1 Assume that you are presently using VFO A 2 Press RX B VFO B is selected and the frequency currently selected by VFO B is displayed 3
47. C OFF ON L 170 Hz OFF 2125 Hz OFF OFF ON OFF 63 56 65 5 20 2 66 66 50 39 39 38 40 40 40 60 61 61 61 OFF 00 73 OFF ON L H OFF 1 2 100 500 1000 kHz OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON 12 1 24 1 48 1 48 2 96 1 192 1 384 1 576 1 Note To reliably use the 38400 or 57600 bps transfer rates the serial port of your computer must support these high speed communications parameters See page reference B C OFF ON OFF ON L H 170 200 425 850 Hz OFF ON 1275 2125 Hz OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON Programmable Function button lower left Fixed OFF or tunable ON memory channel frequencies Display brightness controls LCD and LED brightness L Low H High Linear amplifier relay response time 1 Fast 2 Slow 1 MHz button frequency step External RX jack EXT RX ANT enable for external receiver Data transfer function enable Method of receiving transferred data OFF Transfer to Quick memory ON Transfer directly to VFO Communication parameters for COM connector Setting Baud Rate bps Stop Bits 12 1 1200 1 24 1 2400 1 48 1 4800 1 48 2 4800 2 96 1 9600 1 192 1 19200 1 384 1 38400 1 576 1 57600 1 Subaudible Tone frequency for FM mode Type of subtone B Burst C Continuous Low frequency boost for FM receive mode Wide band FM deviation enable OFF Narrow 2 5 kHz
48. CW R FM AM FINE 1MHz DOWN UP A B MENU RIT RIT XIT M CH VFO CH XIT CLEAR NB A B M CH QUICK MEMO MR SLOW FAST 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR HF TRANSCEIVER TS 870 ON AIR AT TUNE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 14 3 GETTING ACQUAINTED 7 M CH VFO CH control In VFO mode turn to step the frequency up or down page 21 In memory channel mode turn to select the desired memory channel page 55 The control is also used for selecting boundaries for the Automatic Mode function page 48 and for selecting Menu numbers when accessing the Menu page 24 MICROPHONE q UP DWN buttons Use these buttons to step the VFO frequency or memory channels up or down The selected frequency or channel will change continuously in the direction of the button label if a button is pressed and held down w PTT Push to Talk switch The transceiver is placed in transmit mode when this non locking switch is held down Releasing the switch returns the transceiver to receive mode 1 NB button Press to switch the analog Noise Blanker function ON or OFF This function works best against short duration pulse noise page 53 2 AF gain control Adjusts the audio frequency gain Turn the control clockwise to increase the gain counterclockwise to decrease the gain page 19 3 RF gain control Adjust
49. Format Parameter function P1 1 BUSY OFF ON 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 B Y P1 B Y 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Sets or reads Beat Cancel BC BEAT CANCEL 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 1 BEAT CANCEL OFF ON 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 B C P1 B C P1 B C 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Sets or reads Transmit Equalizer EQ EQUALIZER 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 1 TRANSMIT EQUALIZER 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 E Q P1 E Q P1 E Q 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Sets or reads Menu EX EXTENSION MENU 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 35 MENU NUMBER 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 E X P1 E X 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 P1 E X P2 P2 P2 36 MENU SELECTION 1 Sets or reads VFO A VFO B frequency FA FREQUENCY VFO A VFO B 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 4 FREQUENCY 3 4 5 6 7 8
50. Inquire Weight Inquire Zeros and Nines Inquire Message 1 2 3 or 4 The keyer responds by sending ON or OFF as appropriate The keyer sends the amount of free memory available for message storage The keyer sends the current function speed setting in wpm The keyer sends the current compensation in milliseconds The keyer responds by sending C if in Character mode or R if in Real Time mode The keyer plays the current contest serial number but does not increment it The keyer responds with ON or OFF as appropriate The keyer sends the current operating speed in wpm The keyer sends the current emulation See Emulation Options page 33 The current weight percentage is sent by the keyer as 2 digits The keyer responds with the option number 0 9 currently in effect Message 1 2 3 or 4 is played 36 6 COMMUNICATING Function Commands Commands to the keyer are entered in Morse code using your paddle The keyer disables output keying When the function is complete output keying is enabled and the previous operating speed is restored 1 Press CH 1 CH 2 The keyer will send F 2 Send a Function command from the table If an incorrect command is input a multi dit error tone will be sent A D F dd H K dd L N dddd Q RV S dd SU d SD d V d W dd X Z d Auto space Decrement Function spe
51. RIT and XIT functions RIT and XIT are not switched ON again when Memory Scan stops and the RIT XIT offset frequency is not cleared Attempting to use Memory Scan when no data has been programmed in any memory channels or when all channels are locked out causes an alarm Scan will not start To scan channel 99 cancel Memory Channel Lockout page 62 for that channel Note Remember to adjust the squelch threshold level page 19 before using Memory Scan BUSY FREQUENCY STOP The transceiver automatically stops Memory scanning when a signal is detected if Busy Frequency Stop is ON The transceiver remains on the same channel for either a short time or until the signal drops depending on which Scan Resume method is selected see below The squelch must be adjusted to the noise threshold point with no signals present for Busy Frequency Stop to work Toggle Busy Frequency Stop OFF or ON via Menu No 67 BSY STOP The default is ON Note Busy Frequency Stop cannot be used with Program Scan Scan Resume Methods Scan Resume controls when the transceiver continues Memory scanning after stopping due to a busy channel Neither of the following two modes function if Menu No 67 BSY STOP is switched OFF These modes cannot be used with Program Scan Time operated mode After stopping Scan checks the busy channel approximately three seconds later If the channel is still busy Scan waits another three seconds the
52. Radio Packetized data used per AX 25 protocol Packet Teleprinting Over Radio Golay coded Teleprinting Over Radio Characteristic shape of an accurately tuned signal as viewed on a monitor Meaning Mode TM IARU Region 1 Europe Africa Frequency kHz U S A Canada Frequency kHz 1838 1842 3580 3620 7035 7045 10140 10150 14080 14099 5 18101 18109 21080 21120 24920 24929 28050 28150 1800 1840 3605 3645 DX 3590 7080 7100 DX 7040 10140 10150 14070 14099 5 18100 18110 21070 21100 24920 24930 28070 28150 42 USB AGC AUTO SPLIT RIT Shown below are the data rates and types of modulation used for HF Packet operation Note In some countries F2 modulation at 1200 bps may be used on the 10 meter band Consult your national Amateur radio organization to obtain band plans that specify where in each band various modes are used PACKET FREQUENCIES AMTOR activity can be found on or near 14075 and 3637 5 kHz These would also be good starting places when searching for PacTOR G TORTM or Clover stations This completes the DIGITAL OPERATION section Refer to OPERATING AIDS beginning on page 44 for information about additional useful functions for operating 6 COMMUNICATING SPLIT FREQUENCY OPERATION Split frequency operation uses one VFO for the receive frequency and the other VFO for the transmit frequency While operating split the VFO
53. SEND The receive audio is muted Holding down Microphone PTT also switches between receive and transmit 3 Send CW 4 When finished sending release SEND or PTT CW TRANSMISSION CW operators know that this mode is a reliable method of communicating under the worst conditions Although it s true that newer digital modes rival CW as being equally as useful in poor conditions these modes do not have the long history of service yet nor the simplicity that CW can have Therefore functions required by CW operators were given serious consideration from the start of the TS 870S design Refer if necessary to OPERATING BASICS beginning on page 19 for complete receiving details for any mode 1 Select the operating frequency 2 Press CW R to select CW mode 3 Select the ALC meter function by pressing METER 4 Press SEND The ON AIR indicator lights Refer to SEMI BREAK IN page 31 or FULL BREAK IN page 31 for information on automatic TX RX switching 5 With a key down condition adjust the CAR control so that the meter reads in the ALC zone but doesn t exceed the upper ALC zone limit 6 After completing your transmission press SEND again to return to the receive mode The ON AIR indicator goes out TX SIDETONE RX PITCH FREQUENCY The transmit sidetone is the monitor tone you hear from your transceiver as you send CW It is n
54. active again Yes No Carrier level is fixed Yes No CW AM FSK FM Speech Processor ON Speech Processor OFF USB LSB Mode Adjust CAR Control 28 dB 34 dB 34 dB Transmit Equalizer ON Transmit Equalizer OFF USB LSB Mode Speech Processor ON Microphone Gain Fixed AM 5 0 4 9 3 8 2 7 1 6 OFF CAR DELAY AGC KEY SPEED METER PROC MONI 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 MIC ATT ANT DOWN UP VOX FULL SEMI AT TUNE SEND THRU AUTO AIP PHONES PROC MONI MIC PWR M IN REC F LOCK CH 4 CLR CH 3 SCAN CH 2 M gt VFO CH 1 M IN ENTER TF SET FINE 1MHz QUICK MEMO MR SLOW FAST 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 SWR PWR S 9 7 5 3 1 10 25 50 FILTER ALC 3 10 2 1 5 1 0 20 40 100 60 W dB dB 20 COMP M CH USB CW R FSK FM AM LSB AUTO FULL VOX SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI HF TRANSCEIVER TS 870 ON AIR AT TUNE VOX AT TUNE SEND 5 0 4 9 3 8 2 7 1 6 OFF CAR DELAY AGC KEY SPEED METER PROC MONI 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 MIC ATT ANT DOWN UP VOX FULL SEMI AT TUNE SEND THRU AUTO AIP PHONES PROC MONI MIC PWR M IN REC F LOCK CH 4 CLR CH 3 SCAN CH 2 M gt VFO CH 1 M IN ENTER TF SET FI
55. appears This is the same channel that would be selected if RX M CH were pressed 2 Turn the M CH VFO CH control or press Mic UP or DWN to step through the memory channels 3 To exit Memory Scroll press CLR or SEND or Mic PTT The transceiver re displays the memory channel or VFO frequency that was selected before you activated Memory Scroll This is true even if you scrolled through some memory channels Another way to exit is to close your CW key while the VOX function is ON Simplex channel Simplex channel Simplex channel Simplex channel Simplex channel Split frequency channel Split frequency channel Split frequency channel Split frequency channel Split frequency channel M CH M CH M CH VFO A VFO B M CH M CH M CH VFO A VFO B VFO A or B VFO B VFO A VFO A VFO B VFO A VFO B VFO A VFO A VFO B VFO A or B VFO A VFO B VFO B VFO A VFO B VFO A VFO B VFO B VFO A Type of Memory Channel Before Pressing M gt VFO After Pressing M gt VFO RX TX RX TX 1 M CH VFO A VFO B M CH M CH M CH VFO A VFO B M CH M CH Memory channel contents are transferred to the last receive VFO that was selected 1 Simplex channels Split frequency channels Channel data RX data TX data 57 M CH CW AGC AUTO M CH FSK M SCR AGC A
56. are drawn in the 1st and 2nd columns there is no Read command y The format of the command output from the transceiver is shown When oblique lines are drawn in the 1st and 2nd columns there is no Answer command u The number of command digits is shown i Corresponds to the parameter of the command format o Corresponds to the Format number in the Parameter Table For the parameter formats refer to the Parameter Table page 84 0 Indicates the function of the parameter COMMAND TABLES Note Parameters that have a Parameter Function of NOT USED are not supported by the TS 870S Any character except the ASCII control codes 00 to 1Fh and the terminator may be entered for those parameters 1 Auto information OFF ON AI AUTO INFORMATION 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 32 AI NUMBER 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 A I P1 A I P1 A I 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Note For other commands controls whether changing a parameter will or will not trigger the corresponding Answer command to be output Ex For IF the Answer command is output if the step frequency or RIT XIT frequency is changed 1 Sets or reads AF gain AG AF GAIN 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 31 AF GAIN 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Outp
57. bandwidth for SSB and AM modes TX bandshift for SSB and AM modes TX equalizer for SSB mode H High boost C Comb filter B Bass boost Transceiver status after tuning with the antenna tuner OFF Transmit status maintained ON Receive status restored Note If OFF is selected the transmit status can be aborted by pressing AT TUNE OFF may be selected if using a linear amplifier Allowable SWR range for Antenna Tuner Tuning stops if OFF SWR 1 2 1 approx ON SWR 1 6 1 approx Automatic Mode Button confirmation Alarm tone enable OFF No Confirmation or Alarm tones ON Confirmation and Alarm tones audible Morse code enable for the operating mode OFF Single beep ON Morse code Error message enable for alarm notification OFF Triple beep ON Morse error message Beep output level 0 minimum level 9 maximum level Playback repeat Interval between repeated playbacks Frequency change for one revolution of the Tuning control in SSB CW FSK FINE OFF 9 kHz step enable for the M CH VFO CH control in the AM Broadcast band for AM mode OFF 10 kHz steps ON 9 kHz steps Frequency step size outside the AM broadcast band for the M CH VFO CH control Alters the function of the M CH VFO CH control if you are operating in VFO mode OFF M CH VFO CH steps the VFO frequency from the current frequency without rounding ON M CH VFO CH steps t
58. broadcast channels Set Menu No 44 STEP ADJ to ON so that rounding will occur on the next use of the M CH VFO CH control This allows you to use the Tuning control to tune across a station then later continue stepping up the band from channel to channel with the M CH VFO CH control Consider using the COM connector to control the TS 870S from a computer Software databases are available that can be used to quickly select the correct station frequencies for different broadcasters This lets the computer keep track of where broadcasters are located you only decide which stations that you want to hear 10 or 12 m 15 m 15 or 17 m 17 or 20 m 20 m 20 m 20 or 30 m 30 or 40 m 40 m 40 m 80 m 80 m 80 m 80 or 160 m 11 m 25600 26100 kHz 13 m 21450 21750 kHz 15 m 18900 19020 kHz 16 m 17480 17900 kHz 19 m 15100 15800 kHz 22 m 13500 13870 kHz 25 m 11600 12100 kHz 31 m 9400 9990 kHz 41 m 7100 7350 kHz 49 m 5900 6200 kHz 60 m 4750 5060 kHz 75 m 3900 4000 kHz 90 m 3200 3400 kHz 120 m 2300 2495 kHz Amateur Band Antenna Shortwave Broadcast Band 83 APPENDICES CONTROL OPERATION Most computers handle data in the form of bits and bytes A bit is the smallest piece of information that the computer can handle A byte is composed of eight bits This is the most convenient form for most computer data This data
59. gt VFO Note If a memory channel is recalled then the recalled data is changed but not saved to the memory channel pressing M gt VFO transfers the new data to the VFO This table illustrates how memory channel data transfers to the VFOs and which VFOs are selected for receive and transmit after the transfer 9 MEMORY FEATURES Temporary Frequency Changes After recalling a memory channel it is possible to change the displayed frequency without altering the frequency that is actually stored in that memory channel After changing the frequency you could then store the new frequency in a memory channel if you wanted to save it for future use 1 Set Menu No 49 CH SHIFT to ON 2 Recall a memory channel 3 Turn the Tuning control to select the frequency that you want You can change operating mode by pressing LSB USB or CW R or FSK R or FM AM This is true whether Menu No 49 CH SHIFT is ON or OFF Note Memory channels can be tuned in this manner while using the TF SET function MEMORY CHANNEL SCROLL Memory Scroll allows you to check memory channels without changing your current receive frequency Only the display changes the receiver doesn t alter its receive frequency This function could be useful if while monitoring a frequency you wanted to consult the frequencies stored in your programmed memory channels 1 Press M IN The memory channel that was last selected
60. high frequency response TX Inhibit MENU A B AUT MAN AGC SSB AGC CW AGC FSK AGC AM AF AGC AF AGC LV RX AT P HOLD FREQ AIP GAIN FM S MET LINE ENH LINE ENH SPAC SP BEAT SP NOTCH TRACK PKT FIL PKT IN PKT OUT MIC AGC CW RISE PITCH PROC LOW PROC HI TX INH A B OFF ON OFF 1 20 OFF 1 20 OFF 1 20 OFF 1 20 0 1 2 0 1 2 3 4 OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON 0 1 2 3 4 2 5 10 17 ms 0 1 2 3 4 0 1 2 3 4 OFF ON OFF 1200 300 P 0 1 2 0 9 0 1 2 2 4 6 8 ms 400 450 500 550 600 650 700 750 800 850 900 950 1000 Hz 6 3 0 3 6 dB 6 3 0 3 6 dB OFF ON 5 MENU SETUP Page Ref Default Selections Function Menu Item Menu No Note For SSB and AM modes LO WIDTH and HI SHIFT controls are enabled and the filter bandwidth is displayed only when OFF is selected Note While operating in SSB mode the following is displayed in each case 1200 P FIL WID 300 P FIL NAR P P FIL PSK MENU CONFIGURATION A OFF 7 12 14 5 1 1 OFF ON OFF OFF ON ON 4 17 ms 2 2 ON OFF 2 4 1 4 ms 800 Hz 3 dB 3 dB OFF 24 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 49 22 43 10 53 38 53 52 53 52 52 52 41 41 41 47 31 30 23 46 23 46 45 26 VOX gain 0 minimum gain 7 maximum gain TX
61. in the pass band Press FINE to reduce the tuning step to make tuning easier Listen to the quality of the chosen signal Can you believe the bandwidth displayed on the Front Panel There are other functions to help you fight CW interference such as IF Shift but this example is to illustrate the benefits that DSP offers when using extremely narrow bandwidths After reading this manual you should be equipped with the basic knowledge to begin learning how to use DSP to your advantage The DSP benefits that you enjoy will be related to the amount of time that you spend experimenting with DSP while operating APPENDIX A LEARNING ABOUT DSP First time users of a DSP transceiver may feel bewildered by the quantity of functions that they have never encountered on previous transceivers When combined with the collection of new terminology that accompanies DSP even an experienced operator may become frustrated The purpose of this section is to offer a few examples that help you to begin learning about the effects and benefits of DSP It s best to read this section after you are comfortable with using the Menu system and after you are fully familiar with the controls and buttons on the TS 870S This manual will not make you an expert on using the DSP functions that knowledge will come as a result of hands on experience with the TS 870S Regardless what style of operating you prefer DSP can help you What operator doesn t want the quie
62. memory channels is ON page 55 3 Shows the Menu Items while accessing Menu mode page 24 Also shows frequency information transmit receive or difference while operating split frequency page 42 and the RIT XIT frequency offset if these functions are activated pages 44 45 3 GETTING ACQUAINTED 2 ON AIR Lights while the transceiver is in the transmit mode page 23 3 AT TUNE Lights while the internal antenna tuner is actually tuning for a correct match between the antenna system and the transceiver Also lights while the transceiver is presetting the antenna tuner capacitors according to previously stored data page 49 4 FSK Lights while in Frequency Shift Keying RTTY mode page 20 5 FM Lights while in the FM operating mode page 20 6 AM Lights while in the AM operating mode page 20 7 M SCR Lights while in Memory Scroll mode page 56 SWR PWR S 9 7 5 3 1 10 25 50 FILTER ALC 3 10 2 1 5 1 0 20 40 100 60 W dB dB 20 COMP M CH USB CW R FSK FM AM M SCR PRG SCAN F LOCK FINE MHz LSB AUTO FULL VOX SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI MENU A B SPLIT RIT TONE XIT NB WIDTH CTRL SHIFT HF TRANSCEIVER TS 870 ON AIR AT TUNE 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 19 SWITCHING POWER ON OFF Switch ON the DC power supply then press and hold down POWER until HELLO appears on the
63. plus an ALC meter an SWR meter or a Speech Processor compression meter A Peak Hold function can be activated that holds each reading for about 2 5 seconds page 22 w Either z or x lights while Antenna 1 or Antenna 2 is selected respectively Only one antenna can be selected at a time pages 2 63 e M CH Lights while the memory channel mode is selected Also lights while using the Memory Scroll function page 56 r VOX Lights while the Voice Operated Transmit function page 45 is ON For CW operation lights while the Break in function page 31 is ON t Lights when a Menu item is added to the Quick Menu page 24 y FULL Lights while CW Full Break in is selected page 31 u SEMI Lights while CW Semi Break in is selected page 31 i AIP Lights while the Advanced Intercept Point function is ON page 53 DISPLAY SWR PWR S 9 7 5 3 1 10 25 50 FILTER ALC 3 10 2 1 5 1 0 20 40 100 60 W dB dB 20 COMP M CH USB CW R FSK FM AM M SCR PRG SCAN F LOCK FINE MHz LSB AUTO FULL VOX SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI MENU A B SPLIT RIT TONE XIT NB WIDTH CTRL SHIFT HF TRANSCEIVER TS 870 ON AIR AT TUNE q we r t y ui o 0 1 2 3 4 17 3 GETTING ACQUAINTED 5 MENU Lights while Menu mode is being accessed Flashes when the Menu has been temporarily reset page 24 6 A B A lights while
64. release time To switch OFF the AGC completely turn the AGC control fully counterclockwise Changing AF AGC The TS 870S offers further control of your receiver AGC for the FM and AM modes For these two modes you may adjust the AGC release time and level in the AF stage OPERATING AIDS RECEIVING RIT RECEIVE INCREMENTAL TUNING RIT provides the ability to change your receive frequency by 9 99 kHz in steps of 10 Hz without changing your transmit frequency If the Fine Tuning FINE function is ON the step size is 1 Hz RIT works equally well with all modulation modes and while using VFO mode or Memory Recall mode It s a good habit to switch OFF the RIT function after a contact is finished This returns the receive frequency to the transmit frequency It ensures that you don t listen by mistake on a different frequency from your transmit frequency on the next contact When using Memory Recall mode RIT only functions with a memory channel containing stored data Since an empty channel contains no receive frequency RIT cannot function 1 Press RIT RIT and the RIT frequency display appear 2 Press CLEAR to reset if required the RIT offset to 0 3 Turn the RIT XIT control to change your receive frequency 4 To cancel the RIT function press RIT Note The frequency shift set by the RIT XIT control is also used by the XIT function AGC AUTOMATIC GAIN CONTROL The AGC
65. the terminator to signal the end of the command EXAMPLE Command to set VFO A to 7 MHz COMMAND DESCRIPTION A command may consist of either lower or upper case alphabetical characters APPENDIX D COM CONNECTOR PROTOCOL HARDWARE DESCRIPTION The TS 870S uses a full duplex asynchronous serial interface for communicating through the male 9 pin RS 232C COM connector Bytes are constructed with 1 start bit 8 data bits and 1 stop bit 4800 bps can be configured for 1 or 2 stop bits No parity is used The pinout and the pin functions of the COM connector are as shown below COM CONNECTOR RXD The transmit data is the serial data transferred from the transceiver to the computer The output uses negative logic TXD The receive data is the serial data transferred from the computer to the transceiver The input uses negative logic GND This is the signal ground pin RTS This signal is applied to the transceiver It is used to inhibit transmit data from the transceiver when the computer is not ready to receive the data The input uses positive logic Inhibit is requested when the level is low CTS This signal is applied from the transceiver It is used to inhibit transmit data from the computer when the transceiver is not ready to receive the data The output uses positive logic Transmit data is stopped when the level is low FA 00007000000 Command Parameters Terminator 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
66. the time period that the transceiver waits before changing from the transmit mode back to the receive mode Turning the control clockwise increases the delay pages 31 45 2 MIC gain control In SSB or AM mode adjusts the level of microphone gain Turning the control clockwise increases the gain pages 23 29 40 3 PWR control Adjusts the transmit output power in all modes Turning the control clockwise increases the output power page 23 4 QUICK MEMO M IN button Press to write data into Quick memory page 59 5 QUICK MEMO MR button Press to recall data from Quick memory page 59 4 Multi purpose keypad Consists of 10 buttons that are used for inputting numeric data Also used for other functions M IN Writes data into memory channels page 54 selects Memory Scroll mode page 56 and adds items to the Quick Menu page 24 M gt VFO Transfers data from a memory channel to a VFO page 56 SCAN Starts and stops Scan functions page 60 CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 CH 4 Selects functions associated with the internal electronic keyer page 32 and the DRU 3 Digital Recording Unit page 67 REC Selects the record mode for the DRU 3 Digital Recording Unit page 67 F LOCK Controls the Frequency Lock function page 64 CLR Used to exit from abort or reset various functions Also used for erasing memory channels page 57 or locking out page
67. while transmitting If you recalled a memory channel excluding CH 99 for the transmit frequency you must set Menu No 49 CH SHIFT to ON to use TF SET to change the frequency of the memory channel Furthermore you can turn the M CH VFO CH control or press Mic UP or DWN to switch to a different memory channel An RIT frequency shift is not added however an XIT frequency shift is added to the transmit frequency TF SET is also enabled while operating with the same TX RX frequency non split SATELLITE OPERATION Though not as common as VHF UHF satellite operation HF satellite operation is possible depending on which satellites are currently in orbit around the Earth When HF propagation is poor satellite operation can provide an incentive to get back on the air Since this communications mode is so reliable you may discover you actually prefer satellite operation over the hunt and miss method of communicating via the ionosphere An example of a Mode K satellite that has uplink and downlink frequencies that are both on HF is the Radio Sputnik 12 RS 12 Launched in the early 1990s this satellite is in a low Earth orbit and provides brief windows of opportunity for use as it passes quickly over your location This satellite accepts SSB or CW signals on the 15 meter band and outputs them on 10 meters Contacts are possible on bands that might otherwise be vacant during low periods of the solar cycle Y
68. while using Full Break in If using Full Break in CW the internal antenna tuner can be bypassed completely or can be in line for both transmitting and receiving To protect the antenna tuner relay the tuner cannot be used only for transmitting CW REVERSE RECEIVE This function switches receive from the default upper sideband to the lower sideband therefore interference that is heard may be eliminated When your receive frequency is identical to the transmit frequency of the other station the CW Reverse function has no effect on receive tone or your transmit frequency Press CW R to select CW Reverse CW and R light RISE DECAY TIMES The rise time of a CW signal is the time for the RF output to rise to its maximum power after the key is closed This time excludes the make delay that occurs after closing the key but before the RF output actually begins to increase You can adjust the CW rise time for the TS 870S via Menu No 23 CW RISE The default is 4 ms This adjustment also affects the decay time The decay time excludes the short break delay from the moment when the key opens to when the RF output begins to fall The default setting is fine for low to moderate keying speeds and normal weighting dot dash ratios The 2 ms setting is good for higher CW speeds or when operating with unusual dot dash ratios The available rise time selections include 2 4 6 and 8 ms SEMI BREAK IN Semi
69. 0S to respond in a manner that is outside its set of defined parameters The alarm may be configured for either three beeps or a Morse code message via Menu No 37 WARN BP The messages that you will hear include DISPLAY DIMMER The Display illumination can be switched between two levels Menu No 50 DIMMER selects either High H or Low L intensity The default is High H 11 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES QUICK DATA TRANSFER The TS 870S has the capability to quickly and conveniently transfer the receive frequency receive mode computer command 0B and the transceiver ID computer command ID over to another compatible transceiver Compatible transceivers include TS 870S TS 950SDX TS 850S TS 690S TS 450S This function could be useful while contesting A spotting station that is searching for new contest multipliers can quickly transfer a frequency over to the running main station Even as a single operator with a little practice you could use this Transfer function for transferring frequencies from a spotting transceiver over to your running transceiver In this way you get part of the benefit of a multi operator team while still operating as a single operator entry an easy way to give a significant boost to your score The Transfer function is fast efficient and increases your chances of working multipliers that you might miss otherwise due to holding a frequency by calli
70. 1 Reverse function in Multiple Button Function table page 33 Emulation Options procedure and table page 33 Storing CW Messages procedures page 34 CW Message Playback procedure page 34 Erasing CW Messages procedure page 35 Multiple Button Functions table page 33 Multiple Button Functions page 33 and Inquiry Functions procedure and table page 35 Multiple Button Functions page 33 and Function Commands procedure and table page 36 Embedded Functions procedure and table page 37 Serial Number Options table page 37 Function Default Speed Weight Auto space Load mode Input queue Serial number Number option Emulation Function speed 20 wpm 50 OFF Character ON 001 0 K 1 Logikey Equals paddle speed CAUTION After pressing SEND to select the transmit mode be aware that all characters or tones generated while programming the keyer will accompany the transmitted signal 33 6 COMMUNICATING Function Name Buttons Description Decrement Function Hand key Inquiry Kill Playback in progress Reset Reverse Tune The keyer acknowledges with D then decrements the serial number The keyer acknowledges with F then waits for paddle entry of the desired command The keyer acknowledges with H then enters hand key mode until another button closure occurs The keyer acknowledges with then waits
71. 1 or CH 2 or CH 3 or CH 4 for approximately two seconds until you hear a tone The keyer will send the letter C This stands for Character mode If the keyer sends R for Real Time you must switch to Character mode by using the Function mode page 36 2 Send the first word of your message then pause The keyer will send the letter I indicating it has accepted your word 3 Repeat Step 2 pausing to hear the I before sending the next word until all words of your message are entered If you make a sending mistake send seven or more dits to signal an error then wait for the keyer to respond with the last correct word You can then send the next word that you want in the message Each time that you send the 7 dit error signal you erase one more word 4 Press the same button as pressed in Step 1 Using Real Time mode Real Time mode captures exactly what you send without altering your spacing This mode cannot use Embedded Functions page 37 Also you cannot correct words by using the 7 dit error signal as in Character mode Before beginning switch to Real Time mode by using the Function mode page 36 1 Press CH 1 or CH 2 or CH 3 or CH 4 for approximately two seconds until you hear a tone The keyer will send the letter R This stands for Real Time mode 2 Send your entire message 3 Press the same button as pressed in Step 1 M
72. 100 5 10 20 40 60 100 25 50 100 150 500 600 800 1000 1200 1400 0 10 20 50 1 Sets or reads AGC time constant GT AUTO GAIN CONTROL TIME CONSTANT 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 39 AGC TIME CONSTANT 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 G T P1 G T 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 P1 G T 1 Reads Model number of the transceiver ID IDENTIFICATION 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 16 MODEL NUMBER 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 I D P1 I D 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Converts input characters into Morse code KY CW KEYING 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 43 KEYER MESSAGE KEYER BUFFER 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Input commands Function Output commands Set command Read command Answer command 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 1 2 3 4 5 6 K P1 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 P2 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 K K Y Y Y P2 44 Note The Set command requires a ASCII code 20h
73. 2 1 384 1 576 1 Menu No 56 Setting Baud Rate bps Stop Bits 51 CW AGC AUTO CTRL SHIFT DSP TOOLS SLOPE TUNING SSB AM Changing the positions of the LO WIDTH and HI SHIFT controls while in SSB or AM mode changes the cut off frequencies for the receive pass band Controlling the pass band in this way allows you to eliminate adjacent frequency interference Turn the LO WIDTH control clockwise to raise the high pass filter cut off frequency turn it counterclockwise to lower the cut off frequency This is effective in removing interference from frequencies lower than your current operating frequency Turn the HI SHIFT control clockwise to raise the low pass filter cut off frequency turn it counterclockwise to lower the cut off frequency This is effective in removing interference from frequencies higher than your current operating frequency Using only these controls you can eliminate a great deal of interference on the phone bands By using both controls together carefully you will increase your ability to pick out weak signals from the interference IF SHIFT CW For CW the center frequency of the filter pass band can be shifted without changing the current receive frequency This is an additional method of fighting adjacent frequency interference Change the CW center frequency by adjusting the HI SHIFT control When the control is adjusted SHIFT and the newly selected center frequency appears o
74. 2 VOICE SYNTHESIZER OPTIONAL When equipped with the VS 2 Voice Synthesizer unit the TS 870S can announce displayed information A Programmable Function PF button must be assigned the VOICE function to use the Voice Synthesizer Refer to PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTION BUTTONS page 64 for more information When the VOICE PF button is pressed while an announcement is in progress the announcement stops immediately Similarly changing the parameter that is being announced such as tuning to another frequency automatically halts the announcement Frequencies are announced beginning with the 10 MHz digit and continuing through to the 10 Hz digit for VFO or memory channel frequencies If the memory channel has no data stored then OPEN is announced In addition to frequencies Menu numbers and their settings are also announced with a short pause 100 ms between the Menu number and the setting Refer to the following table for the cross reference between the displayed and the announced information VOICE SYNTHESIZER ANNOUNCEMENTS Transmitting Messages Manual TX RX Use this procedure to transmit the contents of a message memory 1 Select SSB FM or AM mode by pressing LSB USB or FM AM The transmit and receive modes must be the same 2 Press SEND or Mic PTT 3 Press CH 1 or CH 2 or CH 3 or CH 4 to play back the message in the respective memory 4 Press SEND again or release Mic PTT
75. 28230 28231 28232 28232 5 28235 28237 28237 28237 5 28240 28240 28240 5 28242 5 28244 28244 28244 5 28245 28246 28247 5 28248 28249 28250 28250 28250 28250 28250 5 28252 28252 3B8MS K4KMZ KC4DPC EA6RCM ZD9GI GB3RAL KA9SZX LU4XI GB3RAL N6UGR VE2TEN WB9VMY 5 W8UR PT8AA 5B4CY KB9DJA LU4XS PY2GOB W9UXO HG2BHA KA9UEX EA1EVE KW7Y PY2AMI FX5TEN EA6AU EA6AU N2ECB ZL2MHF N4LMZ W7JPI KD4EC VP9BA NV6A YO2KHP LA5TEN KB8JVH OA4CK 5Z4ERR ZS1CTB WA6APQ WT8D KB DJJ A92C N8KHE EA2HB K1BZ PI7BQC K HTF N4MW WJ9Z Z21ANB 4N3ZHK WB4JHS WJ7X A1A F1A F1A A1A A1A A1A F1A A1A F1A A1A A1A F1A F1A A1A A1A A1A A1A F1A A1A F1A A1A A1A F1A F1A A1A 20 4 20 1 20 10 4 2 0 5 5 26 10 2 15 10 10 1 4 5 8 10 10 25 50 2 5 7 10 0 5 20 10 5 10 20 30 10 10 0 05 6 5 2 2 5 10 15 15 1 7 10 Freq kHz Call Sign Location Emis ERP Mauritius Elizabethtown KY Wilmington NC Palma de Mallorca Gough Island Slough Champaign IL Cape Horn Slough Berkshire California Chicoutimi Oklahoma OK Mackinac Is MI Rio Branco Zyyi Mooresville IN Tierra del Fuego Sao Paulo Chicago IL Tapolca West Bend IN Spain Everett WA Sao Paulo Toulouse Mallorca Mallorca Spr
76. 3 By default a short condition generates a space an open generates a mark However this can be reversed via Menu settings Do not share a single power supply between the transceiver and the RTTY equipment Keep as wide a separation as possible between the transceiver and the RTTY equipment as practical to reduce noise pickup by the transceiver Linear Amplifier REMOTE The REMOTE connector allows connection of an external transmit power amplifier If using an amplifier confirm that Menu No 51 LINEAR is set to 1 Fast or 2 Slow pages 24 27 This Menu item controls the linear amplifier TX RX relay response time Use the Fast setting unless you experience switching problems when using your amplifier for semi break in operation Note The TX RX control method differs depending on external amplifier models Some amplifiers enter the TX mode when the control terminal is grounded For those amplifiers connect pin 2 of the REMOTE connector to the GND terminal of the amplifier and connect pin 4 of the connector to the control terminal of the amplifier 2 INSTALLATION COM connector Personal computer dumb terminal RS 232C serial port TS 870S MCP power supply TS 870S RTTY ACC 2 MCP Demod input RX RTTY key output TX Personal computer dumb terminal 2 4 1 6 7 3 5 TS 870S Black Red AC LINE RF OUTPUT Linear amplifier Control relay R T GND REMOTE Connector
77. 300 400 and 500 Hz The default is 300 Hz Consult the Bandwidth Bandshift Table for additional data When the Speech Processor is switched ON the bandwidth changes as shown in this table however displayed values do not change Equalizing Transmit Audio Press TX EQ to toggle the transmit equalizer ON or OFF To change transmit frequency characteristics access Menu No 31 TX EQ The available selections include High boost H Comb filter C Bass boost B The default is High Boost Microphone AGC While transmitting Microphone AGC helps to prevent distortion due to overly high audio input It is disabled while using CW or FSK 7 OPERATING AIDS Function Selections Default Menu No Microphone AGC Release Time 22 0 Slow 1 Med 2 Fast 1 Med Speech Processor OFF TX Bandshift Setting Hz Menu No 30 New Lower Cutoff Freq Hz Resulting Upper Cutoff Freq kHz New Band width kHz Speech Processor ON 1 8 2 0 2 3 2 6 3 0 1 8 2 0 2 3 2 6 3 0 1 8 2 0 2 3 2 6 3 0 1 8 2 0 2 3 2 6 3 0 1 8 2 0 2 3 2 6 3 0 1 8 2 0 2 3 2 6 3 0 0 100 200 300 400 500 1 8 2 0 2 3 2 6 3 0 1 9 2 1 2 4 2 7 3 1 2 0 2 2 2 5 2 8 3 2 2 1 2 3 2 6 2 9 3 3 2 2 2 4 2 7 3 0 3 4 2 3 2 5 2 8 3 1
78. 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Input commands Function Output commands Set command Read command Answer command 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 1 2 3 4 5 6 M W P1 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 P3 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 P8 P7 P5 35 P6 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 P4 93 APPENDICES 1 DRS playback PB PLAY BACK 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 27 PLAYBACK 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 P B P1 P B P1 P B 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Sets or reads transmit power PC POWER CONTROL 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 47 POWER CONTROL 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 P C P1 P C 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 P1 P C 1 Sets or reads Speech Processer level PL SPEECH PROCESSOR LEVEL 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 46 PROCESSER INPUT LEVEL 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 P L P1 P L 4 5 6 7 8 9
79. 5 40 45 50 55 60 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 400 450 500 550 600 650 700 750 800 850 900 950 1000 0 100 200 300 400 500 ON High 88 APPENDICES 96 1 192 1 384 1 576 1 0000 Slow 1000 48 1 425 0001 48 2 850 0005 0006 0007 0008 0009 0010 0011 0012 0013 0014 0015 Menu Item Menu No 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 LINEAR 1M 500k kHz EXT RX TRNSFER DIRECT COM RATE SUB TONE SUB TONE FM BOOST FM WIDE FM MIC FSK SHFT Hz MARK POL FSK TONE Hz PG S HOLD GRP SCAN BSY STOP CAR SCAN OFF 100 OFF OFF OFF 12 1 Sub Tone Nos 01 39 0001 0039 B OFF OFF Low 170 OFF 1275 OFF OFF OFF OFF Fast 500 ON ON ON 24 1 C ON ON High 200 ON 2125 ON ON ON ON 0002 0003 0004 1 1To reliably use the 38400 or 57600 bps transfer rates the serial port of your computer must support these high speed communications parameters 89 APPENDICES READING COMMAND TABLES q Command w Name e Function of the command r The format of the command is shown When oblique lines are drawn in the 1st and 2nd columns there is no Set command t The format of the command for reading the transceiver s current status is shown When oblique lines
80. 8 9 Transmit data Receive data Signal ground Receive enable Transmit enable Output Input Input Output COM Pin No COM Pin Name Ref Computer Function Reference TS 870S I O NC RXD TXD NC GND NC RTS CTS NC TS 870S Rear panel view 1 2 3 4 5 9 8 7 6 84 APPENDICES PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Parameters are used to specify information necessary to implement the desired command The parameters to be used for each command are predetermined The number of digits assigned to each parameter is also predetermined If a particular parameter is not applicable to the TS 870S the parameter digits should be filled using any character except the ASCII control codes 00 to 1Fh and the terminator BAD COMMAND EXAMPLES IS1000 Not enough parameters specified No direction given for the IF shift IS 100 Not enough digits Only three frequency digits given IS_ _1000 Unnecessary characters between parameters IS 10000 Too many digits Five frequency digits given PARAMETER TABLE For mat No Name Format No of Digits METER VALUE METER SWITCH PLAYBACK CHANNEL ANTENNA TUNER GAIN AI NUMBER ANTENNA NUMBER CW BREAK IN MENU NUMBER MENU SELECTION RECEIVE FILTER DISPLAY FILTER WIDTH AGC TIME CONSTANT IF SHIFT DIRECTION IF SHIFT FREQUENCY 4 1 1 1
81. 8 2 0 2 2 2 4 2 6 2 8 3 0 3 4 4 6 6 0 kHz 2 5 3 0 4 0 5 0 6 0 7 0 kHz LO WIDTH Control high pass filter cutoff HI SHIFT Control low pass filter cutoff SSB AM SSB AM Frequency Selections Adjust Mode Default Freq 300 Hz 100 Hz 2 6 kHz 6 0 kHz 500 800 1100 900 Hz pitch 200 500 800 900 Hz pitch 52 CW AGC AUTO NB WIDTH AUTO NOTCH SSB Auto Notch automatically locates and attenuates interfering tones within the receive pass band This function operates digitally at the IF level hence it can affect your S meter reading and may affect slightly attenuate your desired signal If interfering tones are weak you may find that Beat Cancel eliminates them more effectively Also Auto Notch may not notch out signals inside the pass band if signals just outside the pass band limits are stronger After switching ON the function selecting a mode other than SSB will switch OFF the Auto Notch function LED goes out Changing back to SSB re activates the function automatically LED lights If strong steady interference is present switching Menu No 18 TRACK to OFF may improve the notching capability To block CW interference switch TRACK to ON then switch TRACK to OFF to lock the adaptive filter Press AUTO NOTCH to toggle the Auto Notch function ON or OFF The LED indicator in the button lights when the function is ON Note The effect of Auto Notc
82. 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 FT FUNCTION RX FUNCTION TX R T R T 1 Reads status of the transceiver IF INFORMATION 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10 P11 P12 P13 P14 P15 4 5 1 1 7 11 2 3 1 1 1 14 FREQUENCY NOT USED RIT XIT FREQUENCY RIT OFF ON XIT OFF ON NOT USED MEMORY CHANNEL TX RX MODE FUNCTION SCAN OFF ON SPLIT OFF ON TONE OFF ON TONE NUMBER NOT USED 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Input commands Function Output commands Set command Read command Answer command 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 1 2 3 I F 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 1 2 3 4 5 6 I F P1 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 P7 P4 P3 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 P8 P9 P10 P11 P12 P13 35 P14 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 P5 1 Fine function OFF ON FS FINE STEP 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 1 FINE OFF ON 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 F S P1 F S P1 F S 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Sets or reads IF shift For SSB and AM sets or reads the low pass filter cut off frequency IS I
83. 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Input commands Function Output commands Set command Read command Answer command 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 1 2 3 4 5 6 F P1 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 P1 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 FB F F A B A B A B 1 Reads RX filter dot display FD RX FILTER DOT DISPLAY 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 37 RX FILTER DISPLAY 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 F D P1 F D 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Note The 8 digit hex data is converted to 32 bit binary data Each bit corresponds to a single dot on the 30 dot display When the bit is ON the display dot is ON and vice versa Bit 32 MSB corresponds to the left most dot bit 3 corresponds to right most dot Bits 1 and 2 are always OFF not used 91 APPENDICES 1 Sets RX TX VFO A B memory channel FR 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 3 FUNCTION 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 F P1 F P1 F R T 4 5 6 7
84. AGC AUTO M CH CW AGC AUTO 9 MEMORY FEATURES QUICK MEMORY Quick memory stores a maximum of five frequencies in a stack arrangement As each new frequency is stored all previously stored frequencies are bumped to their next respective Quick memory channel When all five channels contain frequencies storing one more frequency then bumps all frequencies to the next channel and the frequency in Quick memory channel 5 is bumped off the stack and erased Due to the stack configuration it is not necessary to specify a memory channel when you save a frequency to Quick memory Quick memory can only be programmed or accessed if the VFOs are selected for transmitting and receiving That is Conventional memory channels cannot be used simultaneously with Quick memory channels STORING INTO QUICK MEMORY Press QUICK MEMO M IN while in VFO mode Each time M IN is pressed the current VFO data is written to Quick memory Quick memory channels can store the same types of data as Conventional memory channels 00 98 RECALLING FROM QUICK MEMORY 1 Press QUICK MEMO MR The current Quick memory channel number appears If there is no data stored in any Quick memory channels then this step will not access Quick memory 2 Turn the M CH VFO CH control to select the Quick memory channel 1 5 that you want 3 To exit press QUICK MEMO MR TEMPORARY FREQUENCY CHANGES 1 Press QUICK MEMO M
85. ANT 1 If you are using two antennas connect the second antenna to ANT 2 The EXT RX ANT jack can be used to connect a separate receiver Note that this jack must be enabled by Menu configuration pages 24 27 before it can be used CAUTION Transmitting without first connecting an antenna or other matched load may damage the transceiver Always connect the antenna to the transceiver before transmitting Use a lightning arrestor to prevent fire electric shock or damage to the transceiver APPROX LOSS dB PER 30 METERS 100 FEET OF CORRECTLY MATCHED 50 LINE Use only as a general guide Specifications may vary between cable manufacturers 6 4 2 6 2 3 2 3 2 1 2 0 1 4 1 2 1 0 0 90 0 90 0 72 0 70 0 68 0 54 0 45 0 48 0 40 0 39 0 32 0 26 4 3 1 6 1 5 1 5 1 4 1 0 0 93 0 80 0 80 0 60 0 60 0 50 0 48 0 48 0 37 0 33 0 29 0 26 0 25 0 21 0 16 2 3 0 75 0 80 0 65 0 70 0 50 0 45 0 38 N A 0 29 0 29 0 24 0 24 N A N A N A 0 13 0 12 lt 0 10 lt 0 10 lt 0 10 RG 174 174A RG 58A 58C 3D 2V RG 58 58B RG 58 Foam RG 8X 5D 2V RG 8 8A 9 9A 9B 213 214 215 5D FB RG 8 Foam 8D 2V 10D 2V 9913 8D FB 10D FB 12D FB RG 17 17A 1 2 Hardline 20D 2V 3 4 Hardline 7 8 Hardline Transmission Lin
86. Break in allows you to transmit without manually switching between transmit and receive modes When the key contacts open the transceiver automatically waits for the time period to pass that you have selected via the DELAY control The transceiver then returns to the receive mode 1 Select CW mode by pressing CW R CW lights 2 Press VOX to switch ON the Break in function VOX and either SEMI or FULL lights depending on whether Semi or Full Break in was last selected 3 If FULL lights press FULL SEMI to toggle to the SEMI status SEMI lights 4 Send CW The transceiver switches automatically to transmit and mutes the receiver each time the key closes After the key opens the transceiver returns to receive mode after a delay Setting Delay Time The delay time is the length of time that the transceiver remains in transmit mode after the key is opened This time should be set based on your keying speed and your personal preference While sending using Semi Break in adjust the DELAY control for the delay you prefer The control has a range from 50 ms 800 ms in steps of 50 ms Note The range and step size of the DELAY control differ depending on the operating mode selected Setting the delay time by computer overrides any setting of the DELAY control The control then has no effect To restore functionality to the DELAY control tur
87. CK depending on the Menu No 37 WARN BP setting RX lights on the Display even if Menu No 08 RX AT is OFF Each time after changing frequency or after removing then restoring the power you must press AT TUNE since there is no Preset data stored when using the external tuner COMPUTER TRANSCEIVER INTERFACE The TS 870S interfaces easily with a computer Computer interfaces on transceivers have encouraged the development of software applications by many companies Now available are electronic logbook applications that are partially self completing Information transferred between the transceiver and the computer is written into the logbook These applications can automatically track awards and look up callbook information too Imagine using a mouse click to change your TS 870S to the correct DX frequency and mode of a DX station after the arrival of a report from your local DX packetcluster Efficient operating technique is the key to winning in pileups and is essential when operating contests Other applications can change your computer into an electronic console from which you can remotely control functions on the TS 870S without physically touching its Front Panel This capability makes possible remote operation of your transceiver from across the room 1200 2400 4800 4800 9600 19200 38400 57600 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 12 1 24 1 48 1 48 2 96 1 19
88. CK Alarm 65 Frequency Difference Display 43 Fine Tuning 21 Keypad Entry 22 Modulation see FM Rounding 21 Step Size 21 Tuning 21 Front Panel 10 FSK see RTTY Full Reset 63 Fuses Replacing 3 70 Gain AF 19 RF 19 G TOR Connection ACC 2 6 Operation 41 Headphones Jack PHONES 4 Hold Peak Meter 22 Scan 60 Installation Antenna Connection 2 DC Power Connection 3 Ground Connection 3 Lightning Protection 3 Internal Adjustments 70 Key Connection 4 Jack PADDLE KEY 4 Keyer Electronic Commands Function 36 Defaults 32 Features 32 Functions Embedded 37 Functions Inquiry 35 Functions Multiple Button 33 Learning Outline 32 Messages Erasing 35 Messages Playing
89. E The default is OFF When Automatic Mode is ON you can always change the mode manually by pressing a Front Panel MODE button An Automatic Mode boundary must be crossed for the mode to automatically change Automatic Mode does not work if you change bands by pressing UP or DOWN Instead the mode last used on the newly selected band will be recalled from the band memory Switching ON the 1MHz Step function will allow Automatic Mode to work when using UP or DOWN In SSB mode when Automatic Mode is OFF the transceiver automatically selects LSB for frequencies lower than 9 5 MHz and selects USB for 9 5 MHz or higher frequencies if the Tuning control or Mic UP DWN is used to cross the frequency of 9 5 MHz This is also true if using the Front Panel UP or DOWN button In all modes the RIT or XIT frequency shift is not taken into account by Automatic Mode Also Automatic Mode will not function if a frequency is entered via the keypad on the Front Panel AUTOMATIC MODE Automatic Mode automatically selects the operating mode according to a set of frequency and mode data that you input The purpose of Automatic Mode is for the transceiver to select the correct mode for you as you tune within a band For Automatic Mode to work you must first program the frequency mode relationships that you want AUTOMATIC MODE BOUNDARIES The defaults for all boundaries are 30 MHz USB Boundaries may only be changed not de
90. ENTAL TUNING 44 AGC AUTOMATIC GAIN CONTROL 44 Changing AGC 44 Changing AF AGC 44 TRANSMITTING 45 VOX VOICE OPERATED TRANSMIT 45 Microphone Input Level Adjustment 45 Delay Time Adjustment 45 TRANSMIT INHIBIT 45 XIT TRANSMIT INCREMENTAL TUNING 45 SPEECH PROCESSOR SSB AM 46 CHANGING FREQUENCY WHILE TRANSMITTING 46 TRANSMIT MONITOR 46 CUSTOMIZING TRANSMIT SIGNAL CHARACTERISTICS SSB AM 47 Changing Transmit Bandwidth 47 Transmit Bandshift 47 Equalizing Transmit Audio 47 Microphone AGC 47 AUTOMATIC MODE 48 AUTOMATIC MODE BOUNDARIES 48 USING AUTOMATIC MODE 48 AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER 49 PRESETTING INTERNAL TUNER ONLY 49 INTERNAL TUNER 49 AT 300 EXTERNAL TUNER OPTIONAL 50 COMPUTER TRANSCEIVER INTERFACE 50 C
91. F SHIFT Note If P2 is positive or zero P1 can be or Allowable data in units of Hz SSB 1400 1600 1800 2000 2200 2400 2600 2800 3000 3400 4600 6000 AM 2500 3000 4000 5000 6000 7000 CW 400 1000 50 Hz steps 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 P2 40 41 IF SHIFT DIRECTION IF SHIFT FREQUENCY 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 I S P1 P2 I S P1 P2 I S 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Sets or reads keying speed while using the KY command KS KEYER SPEED 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 42 KEYER SPEED 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 K S P1 K S 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 P1 K S 1 Sets or reads filter bandwidth For SSB and AM sets or reads the high pass filter cut off frequency FW FILTER WIDTH 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 38 FILTER WIDTH 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 F W P1 F W 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 P1 F W Note Allowable data units of 10 Hz SSB CW FSK FM AM 0 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 80
92. GNAL PROCESSING Adaptive filtering Auto Notch response time Beat Cancel and response time Line Enhance function Line Enhance response time SPAC time 29 USB AGC AUTO S 9 7 5 3 1 10 25 50 FILTER ALC 0 20 40 100 60 W dB SLOW SCAN TV FACSIMILE SSTV complements SSB operating since a voice contact is established first before pictures are exchanged Though once a specialty mode involving a very small percentage of Amateurs slow scan television is now increasing in popularity as a result of the capability of computers No longer is it necessary to squint at an old CRT to view a continuously fading image It isn t necessary to invest in a large amount of additional equipment anymore either SSTV can be a convenient method of adding interest to otherwise routine voice contacts Instead of trying to describe your station just show it Many Amateurs are only lacking a little application software that uses your computer sound card for transmitting and receiving monochrome or full color SSTV images SSTV FREQUENCIES The high resolution that is possible using facsimile FAX can allow you to exchange more detailed graphics than SSTV allows Due to the longer transmission times required for FAX it s best to use this mode when band conditions are stable with strong signals Popular FAX frequencies include the following 7245 14245 21345 Intern Net 28945 kHz Operation on S
93. GROUND CONNECTION At the minimum a good DC ground is required to prevent such dangers as electric shock For superior communications results a good RF ground is required against which the antenna system can operate Both of these conditions can be met by providing a good earth ground for your station Bury one or more ground rods or a large copper plate under the ground and connect this to the transceiver GND terminal Use heavy gauge wire or a copper strap cut as short as possible for this connection Just as for antenna work all connections must be clean and tight LIGHTNING PROTECTION Consider carefully how to protect your equipment and your home from lightning Even in areas where lightning storms are less common there is usually a limited number of storms each year Take the time to study the best way to protect your installation from the effects of lightning by consulting reference material on the subject The installation of a lightning arrestor is a start but there is more that you can do For example terminate your antenna system transmission lines at an entry panel that you install outside your home Ground this entry panel to a good outside ground and then connect appropriate feed lines between the entry panel and your transceiver When a lightning storm occurs you can ensure added protection by disconnecting the feed lines from your transceiver CAUTION DO NOT attempt to use a gas pipe which is clearly dangero
94. IGNAL MINIMUM NOISE 1 FEATURES 1 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES 1 CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION 2 ANTENNA CONNECTION 2 GROUND CONNECTION 3 LIGHTNING PROTECTION 3 DC POWER SUPPLY CONNECTION 3 REPLACING FUSES 3 ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS 4 FRONT PANEL 4 Headphones PHONES 4 Microphone MIC 4 REAR PANEL 4 External Speaker EXT SP 4 Keys and Keyboards for CW Operation PADDLE and KEY 4 Computer Interface COM 5 RTTY Equipment RTTY and ACC 2 5 Linear Amplifier REMOTE 5 Antenna Tuner AT 6 SM 230 Station Monitor IF OUT 1 6 Accessory Equipment ACC 2 6 CHAPTER 3 GETTING ACQUAINTED 8 YOUR FIRST QSO 8 RECEIVING 8 TRAN
95. K CH 4 CLR CH 3 SCAN CH 2 M gt VFO CH 1 M IN ENTER TF SET MODE LSB USB FSK R CW R FM AM FINE 1MHz DOWN UP A B MENU RIT RIT XIT M CH VFO CH XIT CLEAR NB A B M CH QUICK MEMO MR SLOW FAST 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR S 9 7 5 3 1 10 25 50 FILTER ALC 0 20 40 100 60 W dB USB AGC HF TRANSCEIVER TS 870 ON AIR AT TUNE q q qr t e y w u 9 YOUR FIRST QSO TRANSMITTING 3 GETTING ACQUAINTED The tuner should stop in less than approximately 20 seconds and ON AIR and AT TUNE should go out If the tuner continues to search for a match and cannot match the transceiver with your antenna system correctly stop and check your antenna system before continuing y Press the METER button to select the ALC meter u Press the SEND button ON AIR lights i Begin speaking into the microphone or sending CW with your key Adjust the MIC gain control for SSB or the CAR control for CW to keep the ALC meter moving in the ALC zone but no higher while transmitting Press the SEND button again when you want to return to the receive mode This completes your introduction to the TS 870S but there is a great deal more to know Continue reading the remainder of this chapter
96. Manual OFF Automatic ON Automatic AGC release time for SSB mode 1 Slow 20 Fast Automatic AGC release time for CW mode 1 Slow 20 Fast Automatic AGC release time for FSK mode 1 Slow 20 Fast Automatic AGC release time for AM mode 1 Slow 20 Fast AF AGC release time for FM and AM modes 0 Slow 1 Med 2 Fast AF AGC level for FM and AM modes 0 OFF 1 Min 2 Med 3 High 4 Max Auto Tuner active while receiving Peak Hold for multifunction meter TX RX frequency difference for split operation S meter correction for AIP excluding FM AM S meter correction for FM mode Line Enhance function Line Enhance response time 0 Fast 4 Slow SPAC time Beat Cancel response time 0 Fast 4 Slow Auto Notch response time 0 Fast 4 Slow Adaptive filtering Filter bandwidth for digital operation OFF Bandwidth selectable via LO WIDTH and HI SHIFT controls 1200 For wide shift P FIL WID displayed while operating 300 For narrow shift 2310 or 2110 Hz 200 bps P For PSK modems AF input level for Digital operation MCP TNC TX 0 100 mV 1 30 mV 2 10 mV AF output level for Digital operation MCP TNC RX 0 minimum level 9 maximum level Microphone AGC release time 0 Slow 1 Med 2 Fast CW rise and decay times CW RX pitch TX sidetone frequency Speech Processor low frequency response Speech Processor
97. Menu A is being accessed B lights while Menu B is being accessed page 24 7 SPLIT Lights while a different transmit and receive frequency are selected for split frequency page 42 8 RIT Lights while the Receive Incremental Tuning function is ON page 44 9 TONE In FM mode lights while the subaudible Tone function is ON while operating split frequency page 39 0 XIT Lights while the Transmit Incremental Tuning function is ON page 45 1 NB Lights while the Noise Blanker is ON page 53 2 WIDTH In all modes except SSB and AM lights after the LO WIDTH control is adjusted Indicates that the number reported below it on the Display is the receive bandwidth page 52 3 CTRL Lights while data is being exchanged between a computer and the transceiver during computer control page 50 or between two transceivers during Quick Data Transfer page 65 4 SHIFT In CW lights after the HI SHIFT control is adjusted Indicates that the number reported below it on the Display is the shift of the receive pass band page 51 5 Shows the selected memory channel page 55 Menu No page 24 and Automatic Mode boundary numbers page 48 The dot lights while a memory channel is locked out This indicates that the channel will be skipped during Memory Scan page 62 6 AUTO Lights while Automatic Mode is ON page 48 Automatic Mode automatically controls the operating mode according to ins
98. N UP A B MENU RIT RIT XIT M CH VFO CH XIT CLEAR NB A B M CH 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR USB CW R FSK FM AM M SCR PRG SCAN F LOCK FINE MHz LSB AUTO FULL SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI MENU A B SPLIT RIT TONE XIT NB WIDTH CTRL SHIFT ON AIR AT TUNE NB SQL 0 2 4 8 1 0 6 RX TX AUTO NOTCH BEAT CANCEL N R TX EQ LO WIDTH FILTER HI SHIFT AF RF NB SQL ENTER TF SET MODE LSB USB FSK R CW R FM AM FINE 1MHz DOWN UP A B MENU RIT RIT XIT M CH VFO CH XIT CLEAR NB A B M CH 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR USB CW R FSK FM AM M SCR PRG SCAN F LOCK FINE MHz LSB AUTO FULL SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI MENU A B SPLIT RIT TONE XIT NB WIDTH CTRL SHIFT ON AIR AT TUNE RX TX A B 5 0 4 9 3 8 2 7 1 6 OFF CAR DELAY AGC KEY SPEED METER PROC MONI 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 MIC ATT ANT DOWN UP VOX FULL SEMI AT TUNE SEND THRU AUTO AIP PHONES PROC MONI MIC PWR M IN REC F LOCK CH 4 CLR CH 3 SCAN CH 2 M gt VFO CH 1 M IN ENTER TF SET FINE 1MHz QUICK MEMO MR SLOW FAST 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 SWR PWR S 9 7 5 3 1
99. NE 1MHz QUICK MEMO MR SLOW FAST 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 SWR PWR S 9 7 5 3 1 10 25 50 FILTER ALC 3 10 2 1 5 1 0 20 40 100 60 W dB dB 20 COMP M CH USB CW R FSK FM AM LSB AUTO FULL VOX SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI HF TRANSCEIVER TS 870 ON AIR AT TUNE PWR 10 25 50 0 100 W 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 MIC PWR 5 0 4 9 3 8 2 7 1 6 OFF CAR DELAY AGC KEY SPEED METER PROC MONI 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 MIC ATT ANT DOWN UP VOX FULL SEMI AT TUNE SEND THRU AUTO AIP PHONES PROC MONI MIC PWR M IN REC F LOCK CH 4 CLR CH 3 SCAN CH 2 M gt VFO CH 1 M IN ENTER TF SET FINE 1MHz QUICK MEMO MR SLOW FAST 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 SWR PWR S 9 7 5 3 1 10 25 50 FILTER ALC 3 10 2 1 5 1 0 20 40 100 60 W dB dB 20 COMP M CH USB CW R FSK FM AM LSB AUTO FULL VOX SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI HF TRANSCEIVER TS 870 ON AIR AT TUNE ALC CAR DELAY 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 5 0 4 9 3 8 2 7 1 6 OFF CAR DELAY AGC KEY SPEED METER PROC MONI 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 MIC ATT ANT DOWN UP VOX FULL SEMI AT TUNE SEND THRU AUTO AIP PHONES
100. OMMUNICATION PARAMETERS 50 CHAPTER 8 REJECTING INTERFERENCE 51 DSP TOOLS 51 SLOPE TUNING SSB AM 51 IF SHIFT CW 51 CHANGING RECEIVE BANDWIDTH CW FSK FM 52 ADAPTIVE FILTERS 52 AUTO NOTCH SSB 52 BEAT CANCEL SSB AM 52 NOISE REDUCTION SSB CW FSK AM 53 SETTING SPAC TIME 53 NOISE BLANKER 53 AIP ADVANCED INTERCEPT POINT 53 ATTENUATOR 53 CHAPTER 9 MEMORY FEATURES 54 MICROPROCESSOR MEMORY BACKUP 54 CONVENTIONAL OR QUICK MEMORY 54 CONVENTIONAL MEMORY 54 MEMORY CHANNEL DATA 54 MEMORY CHANNEL STORAGE 54 Simplex Channels 54 Split Frequency Channels 55 MEMORY CHANNEL RECALL 55 Quick Channel Search 55 Temporary Frequency Changes 56 MEMORY CHANNEL SCROLL
101. ON ON ON Step Adjust Menu No 44 Channel Step Menu No 43 Rounding Effect Fine Tuning Menu No 41 10 kHz SSB CW FSK Tuning Steps AM FM Tuning Steps OFF ON 10 Hz 1 Hz 100 Hz 10 Hz 5 0 4 9 3 8 2 7 1 6 OFF CAR DELAY AGC KEY SPEED METER PROC MONI 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 MIC ATT ANT DOWN UP VOX FULL SEMI AT TUNE SEND THRU AUTO AIP PHONES PROC MONI MIC PWR M IN REC F LOCK CH 4 CLR CH 3 SCAN CH 2 M gt VFO CH 1 M IN ENTER TF SET FINE 1MHz QUICK MEMO MR SLOW FAST 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 SWR PWR S 9 7 5 3 1 10 25 50 FILTER ALC 3 10 2 1 5 1 0 20 40 100 60 W dB dB 20 COMP M CH USB CW R FSK FM AM LSB AUTO FULL VOX SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI HF TRANSCEIVER TS 870 ON AIR AT TUNE ENTER TF SET FINE 1MHz USB FINE AGC AUTO 22 FRONT PANEL METER The multifunction meter measures the parameters in the following table Peak readings for the S meter ALC SWR COMP and PWR functions are held for approximately 2 5 seconds if Menu No 09 P HOLD is ON Pressing the METER button cycles through the functions as shown below Receive Mode Note While receiving the scales for the S meter and the receive pass band function are always visible Transmit Mode No
102. ON Wide 5 kHz Microphone gain for FM mode L Low H High Note Front Panel MIC gain control has no effect when using the FM mode FSK shift Key down polarity for FSK OFF Space ON Mark FSK tone Scan hold Group Scan enable for memory channels OFF All channel Scan ON Group Scan Busy Stop for Memory Scan Carrier operated Scan Resume enable for Memory Scan OFF Time operated ON Carrier operated PF KEY LL CH SHIFT DIMMER LINEAR 1M 500k EXT RX TRNSFER DIRECT COM RATE SUB TONE SUB TONE FM BOOST FM WIDE FM MIC FSK SHFT MARK POL FSK TONE PG S HOLD GRP SCAN BSY STOP CAR SCAN Function 28 5 MENU SETUP CROSS REFERENCE FOR MENU FUNCTIONS Use this table arranged by subject to help you locate the function that you are interested in checking or changing Consult MENU CONFIGURATION page 25 for more detail for each function Function Menu No 60 59 61 57 58 43 42 44 41 52 63 62 64 49 00 34 20 21 19 45 48 46 47 56 53 11 12 66 67 65 68 25 26 30 29 31 27 28 FM Deviation Low frequency receive boost loudness Microphone gain Subtone selection Subtone type FREQUENCY STEPS M CH VFO CH control M CH VFO CH control AM broadcast only M CH VFO CH control step rounding Tuning control one revolution 1MHz button FSK Polarity space mark Shift Tone MEMORY CHANNELS Fix
103. ONE RX PITCH FREQUENCY 30 ZERO BEATING 30 SWITCHING TX RX MANUALLY 30 SEMI BREAK IN 31 Setting Delay Time 31 FULL BREAK IN 31 CW REVERSE RECEIVE 31 RISE DECAY TIMES 31 ELECTRONIC KEYER 32 Learning Outline 32 Multiple Button Functions 33 Emulation Options 33 Storing CW Messages 34 CW Message Playback 34 Erasing CW Messages 35 Inquiry Functions 35 Function Commands 36 Embedded Functions 37 Serial Number Options 37 APPLICABLE MODEL Inside Front Cover WRITING CONVENTIONS FOLLOWED Inside Front Cover NOTICE TO THE USER Inside Front Cover PRECAUTIONS i CONTENTS ii CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1 THANK YOU 1 DSP MAXIMUM S
104. Press RX A to select VFO A again RX TX AUTO NOTCH BEAT CANCEL N R TX EQ LO WIDTH FILTER HI SHIFT AF RF NB SQL ENTER TF SET MODE LSB USB FSK R CW R FM AM FINE 1MHz DOWN UP A B MENU RIT RIT XIT M CH VFO CH XIT CLEAR NB A B M CH 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR USB CW R FSK FM AM M SCR PRG SCAN F LOCK FINE MHz LSB AUTO FULL SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI MENU A B SPLIT RIT TONE XIT NB WIDTH CTRL SHIFT ON AIR AT TUNE AF RF 0 2 4 8 1 0 6 RX TX AUTO NOTCH BEAT CANCEL N R TX EQ LO WIDTH FILTER HI SHIFT AF RF NB SQL ENTER TF SET MODE LSB USB FSK R CW R FM AM FINE 1MHz DOWN UP A B MENU RIT RIT XIT M CH VFO CH XIT CLEAR NB A B M CH 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR USB CW R FSK FM AM M SCR PRG SCAN F LOCK FINE MHz LSB AUTO FULL SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI MENU A B SPLIT RIT TONE XIT NB WIDTH CTRL SHIFT ON AIR AT TUNE 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 AF RF S 9 7 5 3 1 20 40 60 dB RX TX AUTO NOTCH BEAT CANCEL N R TX EQ LO WIDTH FILTER HI SHIFT AF RF NB SQL ENTER TF SET MODE LSB USB FSK R CW R FM AM FINE 1MHz DOW
105. R 2 Turn the M CH VFO CH control to select the Quick memory channel 1 5 that you want 3 Turn the Tuning control to change the frequency You can change operating mode by pressing LSB USB or CW R or FSK R or FM AM It is possible to change the frequency then press QUICK MEMO M IN to store the new frequency in the same Quick memory channel This action bumps the old frequency to the next higher Quick memory channel in the stack etc but does not affect the Quick memory channels that are lower than the current channel 4 To exit press QUICK MEMO MR Note Quick memory channels can be tuned in this manner while using the TF SET function QUICK MEMORY VFO The current Quick memory channel contents including the frequency data plus VFO A and or B status are transferred to the VFO s by this function In Quick Memory Recall mode press M gt VFO Note If a Quick memory channel is recalled then you change the recalled data pressing M gt VFO transfers the new data to the VFO 24 911 14 235 18 111 7 082 3 545 21 200 24 911 14 235 18 111 7 082 10 103 Memory 1 Memory 2 Memory 3 Memory 4 Memory 5 Memory 1 Memory 2 Memory 3 Memory 4 Memory 5 Memory 1 Memory 2 Memory 3 Memory 4 Memory 5 21 200 24 911 14 235 18 111 60 Scan is a useful feature for hands off monit
106. S 450S 690S press M IN select memory channel 00 then press M IN again The displayed receive data is stored in Quick memory channel 1 on the Master transceiver TS 450S 690S channel 00 and transferred to the Slave transceiver w e t u i w e t u i TS 870S TS 870S TS 870S Cross wired cable Cross wired cable See IF 232C manual IF 232C Straight cable COM Connector cable TS 450S 690S 850S 950SDX ANT DIN 6P RS 232C 25P DIN 6P COM 9P COM 9P COM 9P EXT RX ANT EXT RX ANT 67 USB VOX AGC AUTO USB AGC AUTO 11 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES DRU 3 DIGITAL RECORDING SYSTEM OPTIONAL The DRU 3 DRS unit allows you to record approximately 15 seconds of audio per channel on up to 4 channels The audio is input via your transceiver microphone Once recorded the audio can then be transmitted It is also possible to make longer messages by consecutively sending the contents of message memories Finally you can even send this longer linked message repeatedly by using the Repeat function accessible via Menu No 39 REPEAT The DRU 3 is useful in many situations DX chasing or contest operation where repeated calls are necessary for extended periods of time Checking interference complaints to other equipment lets you be in two places at one time Checking or adjusting your transmit signal or your antennas if it s not convenient to be sit
107. SB 29 SSTV 29 Troubleshooting 71 Tuning Slope 51 USB see SSB VFO Equalizing A B 20 Programmable 58 Selecting A B 19 Voice Operated Transmit see VOX Voice Synthesizer optional Installation 75 Using 68 Volume AF Gain 19 RF Gain 19 VOX Adjusting Delay 45 Adjusting Microphone Level 45 XIT 45
108. SIGNAL PROCESSOR USB CW R FSK FM AM M SCR PRG SCAN F LOCK FINE MHz LSB AUTO FULL SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI MENU A B SPLIT RIT TONE XIT NB WIDTH CTRL SHIFT ON AIR AT TUNE 1MHz DOWN UP USB MHz AGC AUTO 21 Changing Step Sizes Select the step size that you prefer for the M CH VFO CH control via Menu No 43 CH STEP Available step sizes are 1 kHz 5 kHz and 10 kHz The default is 10 kHz Within the AM broadcast band the step size automatically defaults to 9 kHz U S A Canada versions 10 kHz for the AM mode This step size can be switched between 9 ON and 10 kHz OFF via Menu No 42 BC STEP Selecting OFF in Menu No 42 allows you to use the step size specified via Menu No 43 1 5 or 10 kHz While in the AM broadcast band changing the step size via Menu No 42 will change the selected frequency to the nearest broadcast channel on the next use of the M CH VFO CH control If you enjoy listening to international shortwave broadcasters the M CH VFO CH control is also the best way to manually scan these bands Select the 5 kHz step size via Menu No 43 CH STEP since most shortwave broadcasters are spaced 5 kHz apart Set Menu No 44 to ON To listen to a broadcaster on a channel that is not a 5 kHz multiple use the Tuning control to zero in to the exact frequency FINE TUNING For SSB CW and FSK modes the Tuning control normally tunes through 10 kHz per revoluti
109. SMITTING 9 FRONT PANEL 10 MICROPHONE 14 REAR PANEL 15 DISPLAY 16 CHAPTER 4 OPERATING BASICS 19 SWITCHING POWER ON OFF 19 ADJUSTING VOLUME 19 AUDIO FREQUENCY AF GAIN 19 RADIO FREQUENCY RF GAIN 19 ADJUSTING SQUELCH 19 iii FM TRANSMISSION 38 FM REPEATER OPERATION 38 Selecting Subtone Frequency 39 Continuous or Burst Subtones 39 AM TRANSMISSION 40 DIGITAL OPERATION 40 RTTY FREQUENCY SHIFT KEYING 40 ERROR CHECKING MODES AMTOR PACKET PACTOR G TOR CLOVER 41 SPLIT FREQUENCY OPERATION 42 TF SET TRANSMIT FREQUENCY SET 43 SATELLITE OPERATION 43 CHAPTER 7 OPERATING AIDS 44 RECEIVING 44 RIT RECEIVE INCREM
110. SSB CW FSK AM Menu No 13 LINE ENH determines whether the Line Enhance function an adaptive filter or the SPAC filter is used When using the Line Enhance function switch Menu No 18 TRACK to ON The SPAC filter works better for reducing noise and is effective for eliminating various types of noise However audio quality will deteriorate since only the audio portion is selected This filter may induce pulse noises One difference between the digital Line Enhance function and the conventional analog based Noise Blanker is that the digital function works at audio frequencies whereas the blanker acts at IF Press N R to toggle the Noise Reduction function ON or OFF The LED indicator in the button lights when the function is ON When the S N ratio is reasonably good in SSB using Line Enhance will improve the S N further When receiving a CW signal with a poor S N ratio using SPAC will improve the S N For AM signals received audio may become intermittent SETTING SPAC TIME SPAC is a DSP term that literally means Speech Processing using Automatic Correlation This is one method of digitally filtering out noise Using Menu No 15 SPAC select the correlation time that provides the highest quality reception for SSB When receiving CW choose the longest time that allows reliable reception The longer the correlation time the better the S N NOISE BLANKER The Noise Blanker was designed to reduce pulse noise
111. STV or FAX mainly involves learning the functionality of your computer application or accessory hardware that supports these modes Consult the documentation that comes with your software or accessory equipment Note When operating either SSTV or FAX use a fast AGC setting and switch OFF your Speech Processor for best results This completes the SSB TRANSMISSION section Refer to OPERATING AIDS beginning on page 44 for information about additional useful functions for operating COMMUNICATING SSB TRANSMISSION SSB is now the most commonly used mode on the HF Amateur bands This popularity is not surprising due to its narrow bandwidth requirements and its good long distance communications capability that demands minimum transmit power when compared with other voice modes These reasons combined with the fact that modern Amateur transceivers deliver reasonably good audio quality make SSB the mode that most prefer on HF Due to this popularity you will want to use the technology available on the TS 870S as explained in this and later sections to make your transmitted signal the best possible Refer if necessary to OPERATING BASICS beginning on page 19 for complete receiving details for any mode 1 Select the operating frequency 2 Press LSB USB to select either upper or lower sideband mode 3 Select the ALC meter function by pressing METER 4 Press and hold down the Microphone PTT switch or p
112. SUB TONE The available choices are shown in the table Continuous or Burst Subtones In addition to selecting the frequency of the Subtone you must choose the correct Subtone duration The Continuous selection sends the Subtone continuously as long as the transceiver is transmitting The Burst selection sends a 500 ms Subtone burst each time the transceiver begins transmitting Select either Continuous or Burst via Menu No 58 SUB TONE The default is Continuous This selection cannot be stored in a memory channel ARRL 10 METER BAND PLAN 1 Repeater frequency pairs input output 29520 29620 29540 29640 29560 29660 29580 29680 This completes the FM TRANSMISSION section Refer to OPERATING AIDS beginning on page 44 for information about additional useful functions for operating 6 COMMUNICATING 6 Select the receive frequency 7 Press TX B or TX A to select split operation This must be the same VFO as selected in Step 1 The Tone function automatically switches ON 8 Select the Subtone frequency via Menu No 57 SUB TONE and Menu No 58 SUB TONE See Selecting Subtone Frequency and Continuous or Burst Subtones for more details on the Subtone To store data selected in Steps 1 8 in a memory channel 9 Press M IN 10 Turn the M CH VFO CH control to select a channel excluding channel 99 11 Press M IN To send a Subtone that is stored
113. THRU AUTO or AT TUNE If the Preset tuning is aborted by pressing AT TUNE the new temporary data will be used but this new data does not update the stored Preset data Also the new temporary data will be lost if the operating band is changed Return to the stored Preset data by pressing THRU AUTO OFF and then ON again AT TUNE lights and stays lit while the tuner tunes When the light goes out the tuner has successfully matched the transceiver to the antenna system with an SWR less than the value set in Menu No 33 TUN WIDE You can begin operating If tuning doesn t finish within about 20 sec an alarm sounds You may stop the alarm and the tuning by pressing AT TUNE The alarm can be either a triple beep or the Morse code CHECK depending on the Menu No 37 WARN BP setting After each successful tuning the Preset data is updated Note While receiving with Menu No 08 RX AT ON on frequencies outside the Amateur bands sensitivity is lowered It s a good practice to press AT TUNE after changing bands to ensure the tuner has tuned for minimum SWR AT TUNE 7 49 10 49 10 49 14 1 14 1 14 49 14 49 20 99 20 99 21 15 21 15 21 99 21 99 25 49 25 49 29 29 30 0 030 1 85 1 85 2 01 2 01 3 525 3 525 3 575 3 575 3 725 3 725 4 49 4 49 7 03 7 03 7 1 7 1 7 49 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
114. TS 870S HF TRANSCEIVER B62 1536 00 K P E X M MC 09 08 07 06 05 04 03 02 01 00 KENWOOD CORPORATION INSTRUCTION MANUAL Intelligent Digital Enhanced Communications System WRITING CONVENTIONS FOLLOWED The writing conventions described below have been followed to simplify instructions and avoid unnecessary repetition This format is less confusing for the reader Reviewing the following information now will reduce your learning period That means less time will be spent reading this manual more time will be available for operating Furthermore a system of advisories is used as follows CAUTION Possibility of equipment damage Note Important information or operating tip Note Basic procedures are numbered sequentially to guide you step by step Additional information pertaining to a step but not essential to complete the procedure is provided in bulleted form following many steps for further guidance NOTICE TO THE USER One or more of the following statements may be applicable to this equipment INFORMATION TO THE DIGITAL DEVICE USER REQUIRED BY THE FCC This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can generate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in acc
115. U AUTO AIP PHONES PROC MONI MIC PWR M IN REC F LOCK CH 4 CLR CH 3 SCAN CH 2 M gt VFO CH 1 M IN ENTER TF SET FINE 1MHz QUICK MEMO MR SLOW FAST 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 SWR PWR S 9 7 5 3 1 10 25 50 FILTER ALC 3 10 2 1 5 1 0 20 40 100 60 W dB dB 20 COMP M CH USB CW R FSK FM AM LSB AUTO FULL VOX SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI HF TRANSCEIVER TS 870 ON AIR AT TUNE 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 PROC MONI 10 dB 20 COMP 47 CUSTOMIZING TRANSMIT SIGNAL CHARACTERISTICS SSB AM The quality of your transmitted signal is important regardless which on the air activity you pursue However it s easy to be casual and overlook this fact since you don t listen to your own signal The following sub sections provide information that will help you tailor your transmitted signal Changing Transmit Bandwidth Transmit bandwidth is modified via Menu No 29 TX WIDTH The available selections include 1800 2000 2300 2600 and 3000 Hz The default is 2300 Hz Consult the Bandwidth Bandshift Table for additional data When the Speech Processor is switched ON the bandwidth changes as shown in this table however displayed values do not change Transmit Bandshift Transmit bandshift is modified via Menu No 30 TX SHIFT The available selections include 0 100 200
116. UTO M CH USB AGC AUTO Note If a memory channel is recalled then the recalled data is changed but not saved to the memory channel pressing M IN in Step 5 transfers the new data to the destination memory channel In the FM mode when channel 99 is copied to another memory channel 00 98 a Tone frequency of 88 5 Hz is stored automatically in the destination channel ERASING MEMORY CHANNELS This procedure erases all data from the selected memory channel 1 Press RX M CH to select Memory Recall mode 2 Select the memory channel that contains the data that you want to erase 3 Press CLR for approximately two seconds A beep sounds to confirm that the channel data is erased Full Reset Do a Full Reset if you want to erase all data in all memory channels or if a Partial Reset page 63 does not correct a problem Remember that a Full Reset requires that you re enter any memory channel data again after the initialization if you want to use those channels A Full Reset also initializes all electronic keyer settings to their default values Press A B 9 MEMORY FEATURES Channel to Channel Transfers 1 Press RX M CH to select Memory Recall mode 2 Select the memory channel that contains the data to be transferred 3 Press M IN to select Memory Scroll mode 4 Select the destination memory channel 5 Press M IN These tables illustrate how data is transf
117. VS6TEN W3SV LU2FFV WC8E KE UL WB8UPN W3VD WA4DJS N8CGY PY2AMI KF4MS ZS1LA PT7AAC ZS6DN W6IRT WD9GOE DL NF G ral Pico Durham NC Arbeitsgen Pemb Pines FL Hyannis MA Adelaide Sydney Tustin CA Perth East Alton IL Albany Birmingham AL Eaton IN Townsville Pretoria Freetown Denver CO Stillbay Kiel Rutherford NJ Argentina Caracas New Brunswick Hradec Kralove Beaconsfield Tampa FL Cordova Troy NY Antarctica Henrietta NY Rochester NY Las Vegas NV Lancaster PA Las Vegas NV Solomon Islands Asheville NC Moorestown NJ Mt Matilda Elverson PA San Jorge Deerpark OH Greeley CO Cincinnati OH Laurel MD Ft Lauderdale FL Michigan Sao Paulo St Petersburg FL Still Bay Fortaleza Irene N Hollywood CA Freeburg IL Germany F1A A1A A1A A1A A1A A1A A1A A1A F1A F1A A1A A1A A1A A1A A1A F1A A1A A1A 5 7 40 1 80 10 25 2 1 20 0 75 10 10 1 5 10 10 5 5 10 10 5 2 10 1 8 2 5 5 1 5 15 5 3 10 10 5 10 5 10 1 5 10 5 10 5 20 5 100 5 1 28210 28210 28210 28212 5 28212 5 28215 28215 28215 28216 28216 8 28217 5 28217 5 28218 28219 28220 28220 28220 28221 28222 28222 5 28224 5 28225 28225 28225 28227 28227 5 28229 28230
118. W FSK FM AM Transmit max Receive no signal SSB FM AM Unwanted sideband suppression modulation frequency 1 0 kHz Maximum frequency deviation FM Transmit frequency characteristics 6 dB TX lower cutoff 300 Hz TX bandwidth 2 3 kHz XIT shift frequency range Microphone impedance 50 dB or more 5 kHz or less 2 5 kHz or less 300 2600 Hz 9 99 kHz 600 Wide Narrow 1 2 3 4 5 1 81 MHz Europe France Holland 1 83 MHz Belgium Spain 1 85 MHz Belgium France Holland Spain 3 8 MHz Europe Belgium France Holland Spain 7 1 MHz Europe Belgium France Holland Spain Belgium Spain 10 W fixed on 160 m band 1 2 3 4 5 78 SPECIFICATIONS RECEIVER SSB CW FSK AM FM 100 kHz 500 kHz 500 kHz 1 62 MHz 1 62 MHz 30 MHz 28 30 MHz Circuit type Frequency range Intermediate frequency Sensitivity Selectivity Image rejection 1 8 MHz 30 MHz 1st IF rejection 1 8 MHz 30 MHz Notch filter attenuation RIT shift frequency range Squelch sensitivity Audio output 8 10 distortion Audio output impedance Quadruple conversion superheterodyne 100 kHz 30 MHz 1st 73 05 MHz 2nd 8 83 MHz 3rd 455 kHz 4th 11 3 kHz 1 V or less 4 V or less 0 2 V or less 0 13 V or less 2 V or less 31 6 V or less 2 V or less 2 V or less 0 25 V or less
119. X GAIN TX WIDTH Hz TX SHIFT Hz TX EQ AUTO RET TUN WIDE AUT MODE BEEP BP MODE WARN BP BP LV REPEAT REP TIME sec F STEP kHz BC STEP CH STEP kHz STEP ADJ PF KEY UL PF KEY UR PF KEY LR PF KEY LL CH SHIFT DIMMER 0000 A OFF OFF 0016 16 Slow OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF 0 Fast 2 0 Fast 0 Fast OFF OFF 100 Slow 2 6 6 OFF 0 Min 1800 High OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF 5 OFF 1 OFF OFF 0000 Menu Nos 00 68 0001 0069 Function Nos 69 73 0070 0074 OFF Low 0002 0018 18 Fast Med 2 10 2 2 300 10 Fast 6 0 0 2 2300 Bass 0001 B ON 0017 17 Med Min ON ON ON ON ON ON 1 5 1 1 ON 1200 30 Med 4 3 3 ON 1 2000 Comb ON ON ON ON ON ON ON 10 ON 5 ON 0004 0020 20 Max 4 Slow 4 Slow 4 Slow 6 6 4 3000 0003 0019 19 High 3 17 3 3 P 8 3 3 3 2600 0005 5 0006 6 0007 7 Max 0008 0009 0010 0011 0012 0013 0014 0015 Menu Item Menu No Parameter 36 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 10 15 20 25 30 3
120. Your receive frequency will be the current frequency selected by VFO A by VFO B or by the current memory channel respectively If you press RX M CH then that memory channel must contain a split channel unless you select a VFO for the transmit frequency in the next step See MEMORY CHANNEL STORAGE Split frequency Channels page 55 2 Press TX A or TX B or TX M CH Your transmit frequency will be the current frequency selected by VFO A by VFO B or by the current memory channel respectively If you pressed either RX A or RX B in Step 1 then you must select the other VFO in this step or press TX M CH When you recall a split memory channel to select a transmit frequency the transmit frequency stored in that channel will be used Mode USB amp LSB USB amp LSB FM 300 bps AFSK 1200 bps PSK 1200 bps AFSK F1 F1 F2 Data Rate Modulation Type 1800 1830 3620 3635 7080 7100 10140 10150 14095 14099 5 18105 18110 21090 21100 28120 28189 3590 3600 Digital band Digital band 14089 14099 14101 14112 Digital band 21100 21120 Digital band 28120 28150 29200 29300 U S A Canada Frequency kHz IARU Region 1 Europe Africa Frequency kHz 43 USB AGC AUTO SPLIT RIT 6 COMMUNICATING TF SET TRANSMIT FREQUENCY SET TF SET allows you to quickly check or adjust your transmit frequency wit
121. an While scanning turn the RIT XIT control to select the desired weight value Memory Scan 1 Select OFF for Menu No 67 BSY STOP 2 Press SCAN to start the Memory Scan function 3 Turn the RIT XIT control to select the desired weight value 10 SCAN MENU No 67 is OFF 1 n 01 n 02 n 03 n 04 n 05 n 06 n 07 n 08 n 09 8 13 21 3 34 7 56 6 92 2 150 4 245 3 400 0 4 1 8 3 2 4 6 6 0 7 5 9 0 10 5 12 0 Weight Value Pn Program Scan sec 10 kHz Memory Scan sec channel 1 GROUP SCAN For the purpose of Group Scan the 100 Conventional memory channels are divided into 10 groups each containing 10 channels The channels are grouped as follows 00 09 10 19 20 29 90 99 The transceiver only scans memory channels that belong to the specified group and contain frequency data 1 Recall a Conventional memory channel 2 Switch ON Menu No 66 GRP SCAN 3 Press Mic UP or DWN to select any memory channel belonging to the channel group that you want to scan Select the correct group before starting to scan you cannot change groups while scanning 4 Adjust the SQL control while no signal is present The squelch must be closed before scanning starts 5 Press SCAN to start scanning 6 To stop scanning press SCAN or CLR or SEND or Mic PTT MEMORY CHANNEL LOCKOUT Memory
122. annels On the other hand a Full Reset is a quick way to return all transceiver parameters back to their factory settings including all electronic keyer settings Press A B to do a Full Reset HELLO appears on the Display and all parameters are reset SWITCHING ANT 1 ANT 2 The antenna that you use for transmission reception with the TS 870S can be selected via the ANT button on the Front Panel There are two choices ANT 1 and ANT 2 ANT 1 selects the antenna connected to the ANT 1 connector on the Rear Panel ANT 2 selects the ANT 2 connector Selecting one of the antenna positions will automatically store that selection for that band Each time you select the same band in the future the same antenna will be selected OPERATOR CONVENIENCES Note The lower limit is inside the band in each case the higher limit is inside the next higher band For example 14 1 MHz is in Band 12 whereas 14 49 MHz is in Band 13 exception 30 MHz is in Band 18 Connect an AT 300 external antenna tuner only to the ANT 1 connector After connecting this tuner correctly the internal tuner will always be bypassed when ANT 1 is selected PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTION BUTTONS The Programmable Function provides a method for customizing the functions of four Front Panel buttons handily located around the Tuning control If your operating habits or activities change you can also easily change the functions that you assign This funct
123. ansmitting Messages Manual TX RX 68 CONTINUOUS MULTI CHANNEL PLAYBACK 68 ALTERING INTER MESSAGE INTERVAL 68 VS 2 VOICE SYNTHESIZER OPTIONAL 68 CHAPTER 12 MAINTENANCE 69 GENERAL INFORMATION 69 SERVICE 69 SERVICE NOTE 69 CLEANING 69 INTERNAL ADJUSTMENTS 70 REFERENCE FREQUENCY CALIBRATION 70 DRU 3 DIGITAL RECORDING UNIT OPTIONAL 70 AT 300 EXTERNAL TUNER OPTIONAL 70 TROUBLESHOOTING 71 CHAPTER 13 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 74 CHAPTER 14 INSTALLING OPTIONS 75 REMOVING THE CASE 75 TOP CASE 75 BOTTOM CASE 75 DRU 3 DIGITAL RECORDING UNIT 75 1 INTRODUCTION THANK YOU The TS 870S Intelligent Digital Enhanced Communications System was developed by a team of engineers determined to continue the tradition of excellence and innovation in KENWOOD HF transceivers Taking maximum advantage of Digital Signal Process
124. between 1200 and 57600 bps inclusive Streamlines function setup by presenting an intuitive Menu System for function configuration and control Conveniently allows ANTENNA1 ANTENNA2 selection from the Front Panel Directly addresses CW operators interests by including a full function K 1 Logikey complete with test mode semi automatic mode and popular keyer emulations The Rear Panel is equipped with a PADDLE jack and a KEY jack for connecting a paddle an external keyer or a keyboard Provides an antenna tuner that can easily be inserted into or removed from the transmit and receive paths SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES You can effectively lengthen the front feet of the TS 870S Remove the screws that fasten the front feet to the transceiver As shown install the supplied spacers and the front feet by using the supplied screws The removed screws are not required but save them in case you decide to remove the spacers in future These sides must face the TS 870S case Supplied spacer Supplied screw 1 Microphone DC power cable 7 pin DIN plug 13 pin DIN plug Fuse 25 A Fuse 4 A Spacer Screw Instruction manual Schematic block diagrams Warranty card U S A Canada and Europe only T91 0352 XX E30 3157 XX E07 0751 XX E07 1351 XX F05 2531 XX F06 4029 XX J02 0479 XX N91 3016 XX B62 1536 XX B52 0606 XX 1 1 1 1 1 1 2
125. but within your pass band Press BEAT CANCEL You may think the tuning station stopped transmitting Press BEAT CANCEL again to switch OFF the function The station is still tuning and you can hear it again Beat Cancel can be so effective at automatically finding and canceling tones that are audible in the pass band that you may not be aware of the interfering stations at all With Beat Cancel ON experiment by changing the Beat Cancel response time via Menu No 16 The response time of the function decreases as the setting number increases selection 0 has the fastest response time Press AUTO NOTCH Since Auto Notch functions in the IF stages it may work better or worse than Beat Cancel for a given situation Compare the effect of Auto Notch versus Beat Cancel with the same interfering tone or tones Change Menu No 17 to try different response times for Auto Notch while that function is activated Experiment and listen If you are a CW operator switch to the CW section of a band and search for a crowded portion With the CW mode selected and the LO WIDTH control turned clockwise to select a 1 kHz bandwidth tune to a frequency where two or more stations are audible Now turn the LO WIDTH control counterclockwise to reduce the bandwidth Forget old ideas associated with analog filters for how narrow you like the bandwidth when operating CW With the minimum bandwidth you may need to tune a little to center the desired signal
126. channels that you prefer not to monitor while scanning can be locked out Lock out any memory channel with the following procedure 1 Press RX M CH to select Memory Recall 2 Select the memory channel to be locked out 3 Press CLR Release CLR immediately since pressing it for more than about 2 seconds erases the contents of the memory channel A dot lights beside the right most digit of the memory channel number to indicate the channel has been locked out Repeatedly pressing CLR adds and removes the channel from the scan list 63 MICROPROCESSOR RESET If your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning initializing the microprocessor and its memory may resolve the problem INITIAL SETTINGS These are the factory default settings for each VFO and the memory channels PARTIAL RESET Do a partial reset if a button or control does not function according to the instructions in this manual The following are not erased by a Partial Reset Memory channel data Menu settings Antenna tuner preset data ANT1 ANT2 data Automatic Mode frequency ranges Electronic keyer settings Press RX A to do a Partial Reset HELLO appears on the Display FULL RESET Do a Full Reset if you want to erase all data in all memory channels and reset all parameters to factory defaults After a Full Reset you must re enter memory channel data if you want to use those ch
127. current VFO s data is unaffected page 20 This button is also used for the Full Reset function pages 57 63 0 MENU button Press to select or cancel the Menu mode that is used for activating and configuring functions page 24 This button is also used for changing the Automatic mode boundaries page 48 5 0 4 9 3 8 2 7 1 6 RX TX OFF CAR DELAY AGC KEY SPEED METER PROC MONI 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 AUTO NOTCH BEAT CANCEL N R TX EQ LO WIDTH FILTER HI SHIFT MIC ATT ANT DOWN UP VOX FULL SEMI AT TUNE SEND THRU AUTO AIP PHONES PROC MONI MIC PWR AF RF NB SQL M IN REC F LOCK CH 4 CLR CH 3 SCAN CH 2 M gt VFO CH 1 M IN ENTER TF SET MODE LSB USB FSK R CW R FM AM FINE 1MHz DOWN UP A B MENU RIT RIT XIT M CH VFO CH XIT CLEAR NB A B M CH QUICK MEMO MR SLOW FAST 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR HF TRANSCEIVER TS 870 ON AIR AT TUNE 6 8 9 0 7 13 3 GETTING ACQUAINTED 1 VFO Memory channel buttons Press to select VFO A VFO B or a memory channel for receive or transmit If a receive button is pressed the same VFO or memory channel is selected for transmit and receive However pressing a transmit button selects only that VFO or mem
128. d by you so you can customize the transceiver as you like page 63 The factory default assignments are as follows ENTER button Used when entering frequencies via the keypad page 22 TF SET Transmit Frequency Set button While operating split frequency press to monitor the transmit frequency Also while holding this button down in split frequency mode the transmit frequency can be changed without altering the receive frequency page 43 FINE button Press to reduce the Tuning control step size by one tenth to allow more precise tuning page 21 1MHz button Press to switch between the 1MHz mode and the Amateur band mode page 20 This button also activates the Programmed channel and Vacant channel search modes page 55 7 Tuning control Turn to select the desired frequency Use the convenient finger tip cavity for continuous tuning page 21 8 Mode buttons Press these buttons to select your operating mode page 20 LSB USB button Selects Lower Sideband or Upper Sideband mode for voice page 29 or digital operation page 41 CW R button Selects CW page 30 or CW Reverse mode page 31 FSK R button Selects Frequency Shift Keying page 40 or Frequency Shift Keying Reverse mode for RTTY operation page 41 FM AM button Selects FM page 38 or AM mode page 40 9 A B button Press to equalize the data in both VFOs The data in the currently selected VFO is copied to the other VFO the
129. d run a utility program to test the computer serial port Loop back the computer serial port transmit and receive pins to test the port fully 1 The MIC gain control and or CAR control is set too low 2 Poor antenna system connections are causing high SWR The VOX gain is set too low 1 The LINEAR Menu setting is incorrect 2 The REMOTE connector wiring is wrong or faulty The Transmit Incremental Tuning function is switched OFF 1 The repeater requires a Tone frequency for access 2 You are not operating split frequency 1 Physical connections between the transceiver computer and TNC or MCP are incorrect or software settings in the TNC or MCP are wrong 2 Different transmit and receive frequencies are being used 3 The levels between the transceiver and the TNC MCP are incorrect 4 Your transmitted signal or the incoming receive signal is too weak 5 The TX delay time parameter in your TNC MCP is set incorrectly 1 Your RS 232C cable that connects the transceiver with the computer is wired incorrectly 2 Communications parameters set in your terminal program do not match the parameters in the transceiver 3 If using a third party terminal program not supplied by KENWOOD on your computer it is not accurately interfacing with the transceiver COM port protocol 4 The serial port on your computer is not functioning correctly The transceiver has low transmit power VOX does not
130. d to start memory scanning when it wasn t possible You attempted to use Quick Channel Search to locate either a programmed or a vacant memory channel when it wasn t possible You accessed the Quick Menu and attempted to change to a different Menu No when the Quick Menu was not defined there are no items in the Quick Menu CHECK OVER Morse Message Reason You attempted to directly enter a frequency that is outside the allowable range 66 11 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES Receiving Data There are two ways that the Slave can receive the data from the Master Quick memory 1 TS 450S 690S channel 00 or VFO This choice is made on the Slave transceiver On the TS 870S Menu No 55 DIRECT can be set to OFF to receive data into Quick memory or to ON to receive data in a VFO Check your Instruction Manual for other transceivers Set Menu No 27 TX INH to ON for a Slave TS 870S When receiving data at the Slave transceiver in the VFO the data is transferred to the TX side of the VFO that is currently selected If the transferred frequency is simplex both the RIT and XIT on the Slave are set to OFF if a split frequency is transferred then XIT is set to OFF but RIT is not changed on the Slave The IF filter is determined by the transferred mode AIP status is determined by the transferred receive frequency according to the AIP band memory If the Slave transceiver has a Quick or Co
131. e 3 5 MHz 14 MHz 30 MHz N A Not available Connect all accessories to the transceiver page 4 Accessories include the following Microphone Antenna Tuner CW Key Computer TNC Multimode Communications Processor nstall and connect an antenna system page 2 Install a ground system that satisfies DC and RF grounding requirements page 3 Install lightning protection to protect the antenna system your personal safety and your property page 3 Install and connect a DC power supply page 3 Headphones External Speaker RTTY Equipment Linear Amplifier 3 First connect the DC power cable to the regulated DC power supply and check that polarities are correct Red positive Black negative Then connect the connectorized end of the DC power cable to the DC 13 8 V power connector on the transceiver Rear Panel Press the DC power cable connector firmly into the connector on the transceiver until the locking tab clicks REPLACING FUSES If the fuse blows determine the cause then correct the problem After the problem is resolved only then replace the fuse If newly installed fuses continue to blow disconnect the power plug and contact your dealer or nearest Service Center for assistance CAUTION Replace blown fuses only after investigating and correcting the cause of the failed fuse Always replace a blown fuse by a new fuse with the specified ratings 2 INSTALLATION
132. e HI SHIFT control clockwise Page Ref 72 19 53 23 23 51 52 63 2 53 19 20 19 62 54 61 62 58 60 61 60 4 45 20 25 63 2 2 3 3 1 Turn the SQL control counterclockwise 2 Press ATT DOWN repeatedly until the Attenuator function is OFF 3 Press SEND to return to the receive mode 4 Release the Microphone PTT switch 5 Review the sections SLOPE TUNING IF SHIFT and CHANGING RECEIVE BANDWIDTH Set the controls correctly 6 Press ANT to select the other antenna connector 7 Switch ON Menu No 53 EXT RX 8 Press AIP to switch OFF the function Turn the RF gain control fully clockwise Press LSB USB CW R FSK R or FM AM to select the correct modulation mode 1 Adjust the SQL control to just eliminate background noise 2 Unlock some memory channels 3 Store data in more memory channels Select All channel Scan by switching OFF Menu No 66 GRP SCAN or change to the group that contains the memory channel that you want to scan Group changes are done by pressing Mic UP or DWN Store different Start and End frequencies Switch ON Busy Frequency Stop via Menu No 67 BSY STOP Review the Scan Hold function if you want to stop scanning when you hear a station while using Program Scan 1 Turn OFF the power ensure the microphone connector on the Front Panel has no foreign objects in it then plug i
133. e of the Line Enhance function What do you notice Maybe little change can be heard with this signal or maybe you hear an important change The longer you allow DSP to monitor the signal the better the adaptive filters can determine how to fight the noise that is present But there are tradeoffs Monitoring a particular signal for too long will mean that the transceiver responds too slowly Experiment and listen Switch OFF Menu No 13 You are now using the SPAC filter Listen for a change in audio quality as you switch Menu No 13 OFF and ON While Menu No 13 is OFF change the setting for Menu No 15 to select a different correlation time for the SPAC mode If you can t hear a significant difference for the current receiving situation then select a longer SPAC time for better audio quality Although you may prefer the audio produced when for example the Line Enhance function is ON remember 80 APPENDICES APPENDIX B PROPAGATION INFORMATION STANDARD TIME AND INFORMATION STATIONS Besides providing an extremely accurate time source and other information stations WWV and WWVH in the continental U S A and Hawaii respectively deliver propagation announcements every hour in addition to acting as powerful beacons themselves The announcements include information on geophysical alerts solar activity and more that all affects how well your signals will propagate to the DX station you re trying to catch If you can t hea
134. e the small switch on the SO 2 board in the direction of the SO 2 arrow Note This switch must be positioned correctly for the SO 2 unit to function 7 Re install the SO 2 board in the transceiver in the same location from which it was removed 8 Re position Cover B install only 6 screws and replace CN407 that was unplugged in Step 4 9 Re position the speaker bracket assembly install its screws 4 screws and plug the speaker cable into CN404 10 Replace the top case and re install its screws 10 screws Note For more information refer to the Instruction Manual provided with the SO 2 unit 14 INSTALLING OPTIONS 5 Orient the VS 2 unit with the large IC IC1 facing down then install this unit on the two threaded posts using the 2 screws 6 Re install Cover A 7 screws 7 Replace the bottom case and re install its screws 12 screws Note For more information refer to the Instruction Manual provided with the VS 2 unit The supplied screws and cushion are not used Keep them for future use SO 2 TEMPERATURE COMPENSATED CRYSTAL OSCILLATOR TCXO CAUTION Switch OFF the power and unplug the DC power cable before beginning installation EQUIPMENT REQUIRED Large Phillips screwdriver Small Phillips screwdriver Pencil soldering iron 25 W 1 Remove the top case 10 screws 2 Unplug the speaker cable from the 2 pin connector CN404 Remove the speaker bracke
135. e what you want from what you don t want While receiving you hear the most signal and the least noise While transmitting you emit only the desired audio components of the modulation without adding distortion The transmit equalizer combines high boost bass boost and comb filter functions to further improve your signal With DSP you will hear clear receive signals that are covered by noise on conventional equipment The enhancement of the receive signal is due to the reduction of atmospheric and white noise and to rejection of adjacent frequency interference including heterodynes This capability of DSP to clean up the environment surrounding the desired signal has a significant effect The signal you are trying to receive will seem stronger and clearer even though the S meter reads the same Those tired of listening to interference of all kinds while operating may think a little magic is being used FEATURES Employs Digital Signal Processing DSP techniques to significantly improve the quality of received and transmitted signals Includes extensive user adjustable digital and analog filtering functions for combating all forms of received interference Allows total customization of transmitted audio through use of functions such as Transmit Equalizer Introduces a built in RS 232C port for directly interfacing to a computer Supports computer control of functions at a user selectable transfer rate
136. ecessary so you can hear what you are transmitting It is also useful for checking that your key contacts are closing the keyer is functioning or for sending practice without putting a signal on the air The volume of the sidetone is adjusted by the MONI control Receive pitch refers to the frequency of the CW note that you hear after tuning your receiver for maximum receive signal strength On the TS 870S the frequency of the sidetone and receive pitch are equal and selectable You can select the frequency that is most comfortable for you via Menu No 24 PITCH The default is 800 Hz 6 COMMUNICATING 31 CW R AGC AUTO CW AGC AUTO VOX SEMI CW AGC AUTO 1 Select CW mode by pressing CW R CW lights 2 Press VOX to switch ON the Break in function VOX and either SEMI or FULL lights depending on whether Semi or Full Break in was last selected 3 If SEMI lights press FULL SEMI to toggle to the FULL status FULL lights 4 Send CW The transceiver switches automatically to transmit each time the key closes however it returns to receive mode immediately when the key opens Note Full Break in cannot be used with the TL 922 922A amplifier During split frequency Full Break in operation you may hear clicks depending on the transmit and receive frequency relationship The position of the DELAY control is ignored
137. ed Hand key Keying Compensation Load mode Number Queue Reverse Speed Speed Up Slow Down Emulation Weight Xmit tune Zeros and Nines Function Command Command Name Description Toggles the automatic character spacing feature ON or OFF The keyer confirms the new state by sending ON or OFF Auto spacing helps form properly spaced characters within a word Character crowding is prevented by forcing at least 3 space elements whenever more than one space is detected This effect is especially noticeable at low speeds Without auto spacing character spaces are determined by the operator Decrements the serial number by 1 effectively canceling the automatic increment applied when last played from a message The decrement function accommodates re sending the last serial number as might be needed when a repeat of a contest exchange is requested Sets the speed used for function entry to dd wpm where dd are two digits in the range 06 30 This speed is used to enter commands and load messages It is independent of operating speed and is unaffected by the analog speed control Alternatively dd 00 makes the function speed track the operating speed Causes the keyer to enter the Hand key mode Keying output will follow closures of the dot and dash paddle levers allowing hand sent code Normal iambic keyer operation is regained by any button closures Increases keying on time and decreases keying off time by dd millisec
138. ed tunable frequency MENU A B selection MODE Automatic SSB CW FSK FM AM OFF ON PACKET DIGITAL OPERATION AF input MCP TNC TX AF output MCP TNC RX Filter bandwidth PROGRAMMABLE BUTTONS ENTER button upper left FINE button lower left TF SET button upper right 1MHz button lower right REAR PANEL COM communication parameters EXT RX ANT enable for external receiver S METER AIP function correction FM mode correction SCAN All Group Scan Memory Scan Busy Stop Memory Scan Hold Program Scan Resume Time or Carrier for Memory Scan SPEECH PROCESSOR Low frequency response High frequency response TX Bandshift SSB and AM Bandwidth SSB and AM Equalizer SSB Inhibit VOX Gain Function Menu No 51 08 33 32 06 07 05 01 03 04 22 02 37 38 35 36 23 24 24 55 54 50 09 10 39 40 18 17 16 13 14 15 AMPLIFIER Linear amplifier relay ANTENNA TUNER AT RX enable disable SWR range TX RX status after tuning AUTOMATIC GAIN CONTROL AGC AF AF Level AM Manual Automatic CW FSK Microphone SSB BEEP FUNCTIONS Alarm type message beep Beep level Confirmation tones OFF ON Confirmation tone type Morse beep CW Rise and decay times RX pitch TX sidetone DATA TRANSFER Method of transfer Transfer enable OFF ON DISPLAY Dimmer Peak Hold meter f for TX RX split operation DRU 3 DIGITAL RECORDING SYSTEM DRS Playback repeat Playback repeat interval DIGITAL SI
139. equencies Popular 29 Operation 29 Standard Time Stations 80 Station Monitor Connection 6 Supplied Accessories 1 SWLing 82 TCXO optional Installation 76 TF Set 43 Thank You 1 Time Operated Scan Resume 61 Time Stations 80 Transfer Function Equipment Compatible 65 Equipment Connection 66 Equipment Needed 65 Using 66 Transmitting AM 40 AMTOR 41 Audio Equalizer 47 Bandshift 47 Bandwidth 47 Bandwidth Bandshift Table 47 Clover 41 CW 30 FM 38 Frequency Changing 46 FSK 40 G TOR 41 Inhibit 45 Methods 23 Monitor 46 Packet 41 PacTOR 41 RTTY 40 S
140. erred between memory channels RX frequency RX mode TX frequency TX mode Subtone frequency Channel lockout OFF Channel 00 98 RX frequency RX mode TX frequency TX mode Subtone frequency Channel lockout OFF ON Channel 00 98 Channel 99 Channel 00 98 TX RX frequency Start frequency TX RX mode End frequency Channel lockout OFF RX frequency RX mode TX frequency TX mode Subtone frequency Channel lockout OFF ON Channel 00 98 Channel 99 TX RX frequency TX mode Channel lockout OFF ON RX frequency TX frequency RX mode TX mode Subtone frequency Channel lockout OFF 58 M CH CW AGC AUTO M CH USB PRG AGC AUTO M CH FSK AGC AUTO M CH USB PRG AGC AUTO M CH M SCR PRG AGC AUTO M CH USB M SCR AGC AUTO USB AGC AUTO USB AGC AUTO 9 MEMORY FEATURES STORING SCAN LIMITS IN CH 99 Although the Scan function is discussed fully in the next chapter here you will learn how to store the frequency limits that must be saved first before Scan can be used 1 Select the Start frequency limit and mode using VFO A This frequency can also be used for receiving and transmitting after completion of this procedure 2 Select the End frequency limit using VFO B 3 Press RX A
141. esn t exceed the upper ALC zone limit 6 Begin sending data from the keyboard 7 When finished transmitting enter the key sequence from the RTTY keyboard to return to receive mode The ON AIR indicator goes out If you are manually switching between transmit and receive press SEND to return to receive Use Menu No 21 PKT OUT to select the appropriate AF output level The AF gain control cannot be used for this adjustment Traditionally the lower sideband is used for FSK operation Pressing FSK R reverses the transceiver to the upper sideband RTTY FREQUENCIES ERROR CHECKING MODES AMTOR PACKET PACTOR G TOR CLOVER Due to their error handling capability and speed of transmission these modes are more efficient than earlier forms of digital communication by machine In the case of G TORTM it was developed specifically to handle the adverse conditions of communicating across the solar system with spacecraft during their missions 6 COMMUNICATING On most HF bands audio frequency shift keying AFSK is used This method of modulation uses audio tones therefore either the LSB or USB mode should be selected Traditionally LSB is used similar to RTTY with the exception of AMTOR which is normally operated using USB In some countries the licensing authorities permit F2 operation on some frequencies in the 10 meter band For this type of operation select the FM mode Note When usin
142. essage recording begins at the moment the first character is sent and continues until this step is completed Any pause between the last character and this step is recorded as part of the message CW Message Playback Messages may be transmitted using the VOX function or manual TX RX switching The procedure below uses the VOX function Simply tap the paddle at any time to stop a message while it is playing back or press any two of CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 or CH 4 to stop the message without transmitting an extra character Resuming playback after such an interruption replays the message from the beginning Switching OFF the power while playing back a message could delete the message You cannot play back messages if you are operating split mode transmit mode different than receive mode To check a message without transmitting 1 Press VOX to switch OFF the VOX function 2 Press the memory channel button CH 1 or CH 2 or CH 3 or CH 4 that contains the message that you want to check The message plays To play back up to 8 messages press the corresponding memory channel buttons in sequence during playback To transmit a message 1 Press VOX to switch ON the VOX function 2 Press the memory channel button CH 1 or CH 2 or CH 3 or CH 4 that contains the message that you want to transmit The message is transmitted To transmit up to 8 messages press the correspondi
143. ets or reads Semi Break in delay time S meter and TX RF meter readings Sets or reads squelch level Resets the transceiver Selects transmit mode MIC UP function Sets or reads VOX delay time Triggers the Voice Synthesizer for message output Sets VOX OFF ON Sets or reads XIT OFF ON RM Selects a meter function or reads meter values Error Message Reason for Error Command syntax was incorrect Command was not executed due to the current status of the transceiver even though the command syntax was correct A communication error occurred such as an overrun or framing error during a serial data transmission Receive data was sent but processing was not completed E O Note Occasionally this message may not appear due to microprocessor transients in the transceiver Function Command FB FD FR FS FT FW GT ID IF IS KS KY LK LM MC MD MG ML MN MR MW MX NB NL NR NT PB PC PL PR PS RA RC RD RG Sets or reads VFO B frequency Reads RX filter dot display Sets RX VFO A B memory channel Fine function OFF ON Sets TX VFO A B memory channel Sets or reads filter bandwidth For SSB and AM sets or reads the high pass filter cut off frequency Sets or reads AGC time constant Reads model number of the transceiver Reads status of the transceiver Sets or reads IF shift For SSB and AM sets or reads the low pass filter cut off freq
144. following equipment Personal computer with communications software alternatively a dumb terminal capable of sending ASCII commands TNC Terminal Node Controller or MCP Multimode Communications Processor TNC or MCP power supply RS 232C cable 13 pin DIN plug and cable Connect your TNC or MCP to the ACC 2 connector on the transceiver Rear Panel using a cable equipped with a 13 pin DIN plug Do not share a single power supply between the transceiver and the TNC or MCP Keep as wide a separation between the transceiver and computer as practical to reduce noise pickup by the transceiver Refer to the accompanying table for connection information TS 870S AT 300 TS 870S SM 230 To Antenna 7 2 INSTALLATION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 NC NC ANO GND PSQ SMET NC GND PKS NC PKD GND SS Not connected Not connected Audio output from receiver Connect to TNC or MCP receive data pin for digital operation Audio level is independent of AF gain control setting Audio level can be changed via Menu No 21 PKT OUT page 25 Output impedance 4 7 k Shield for Pin 3 Squelch control Connect to TNC or MCP squelch control pin for digital operation Prevents the TNC from transmitting while the receiver squelch is open Squelch open Low impedance Squelch closed High impedance
145. for paddle entry of the desired option The keyer immediately halts and stops transmitting the message No dit is transmitted The keyer speed is reset to 20 wpm at the current knob position the function entry speed is defaulted to follow the KEY SPEED control setting then the keyer acknowledges with OK The keyer acknowledges with RV then reverses the paddles The keyer acknowledges with X then keys the output continuously until a paddle closure occurs CH 2 CH 3 CH 1 CH 2 CH 1 CH 3 CH 3 CH 4 Any two buttons CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 CH 4 CH 1 CH 4 CH 2 CH 4 Note Press all keys simultaneously A transceiver Full Reset page 63 also resets the keyer speed to 20 wpm Multiple Button Functions Emulation Options This parameter allows the keyer timing to mimic that of other keyers making the feel more comfortable for operators used to different timing parameters The default is V To check or change the emulation you must briefly use the Inquiry or Function mode You will learn more about these modes beginning on page 35 To check Emulation option 1 Press CH 3 CH 4 The keyer will send 2 Send a V The keyer will send the current emulation e g V To change Emulation option 1 Press CH 1 CH 2 The keyer will send F 2 Send a Vd where d represe
146. function selects the time constant for the automatic gain control circuit Selecting a slow time constant will cause the receiver gain and S meter readings to react slowly to large input changes A fast time constant causes the receiver gain and the S meter to react quickly to changes in the input signal A fast AGC setting is particularly useful in the following situations Tuning rapidly Receiving weak signals Receiving high speed CW SSB CW FSK AM 02 03 04 05 7 12 14 5 Menu No Mode Default Selections OFF 1 20 OFF 1 20 OFF 1 20 OFF 1 20 Menu No Default AF AGC Release Time AF AGC Level 06 07 0 Slow 1 Med 2 Fast 0 OFF 1 Min 2 Med 3 High 4 Max 1 Med 1 Min Function Selections 45 USB AGC AUTO TONE XIT USB AGC AUTO TONE XIT USB VOX AGC AUTO 7 OPERATING AIDS TRANSMITTING VOX VOICE OPERATED TRANSMIT VOX eliminates the necessity of manually switching to the transmit mode each time that you want to transmit The transceiver automatically switches to transmit when the VOX circuitry senses that you have begun speaking into the microphone When using VOX get into the habit of pausing between thoughts to let the transceiver drop back to receive briefly You will then hear if anybody wants to interrupt plus you will have a short period to gather your thoughts before speaking again Your
147. g the SSB mode for digital operation use a fast AGC setting and switch OFF your Speech Processor Also take advantage of the different filter bandwidths available via Menu No 19 PKT FIL Remember to set Menu No 19 to OFF for voice operation since the filters available are too narrow for voice 1 Select the operating frequency 2 Press LSB USB to select upper or lower sideband mode For F2 operation select the FM mode by pressing FM AM Switching Menu No 59 FM BOOST to ON may lower error rates for FM operation The Menu No 19 PKT FIL filters for digital operation cannot be used when the FM mode is selected 3 Select the ALC meter function by pressing METER 4 Following the instructions provided with your TNC or MCP enter the calibrate mode so you can generate a mark condition The ON AIR indicator lights 5 Select the correct setting for Menu No 20 PKT IN so that the meter reads in the ALC zone but doesn t exceed the upper ALC zone limit 6 Exit the calibrate mode The ON AIR indicator goes out 7 Send commands and data The transceiver will briefly transmit each time it sends your commands and data or when it acknowledges transmissions from other stations Use Menu No 21 PKT OUT to select the appropriate AF output level The AF gain control cannot be used for this adjustment AMTOR Packet PacTOR G TOR Clover AMateur Teleprinting Over
148. git last digit is entered the digit 0 is entered automatically for the 1 Hz digit and frequency entry is completed The 1 Hz digit is not displayed If ENTER is pressed after beginning to enter digits 0 is entered automatically for the remaining un entered digits and frequency entry is completed Attempting to enter a frequency that is outside the TS 870S frequency range causes an alarm to be generated The entered frequency is rejected If an incorrect digit is pressed restore the previous frequency by pressing CLEAR or SEND or Mic PTT When an entered frequency is accepted RIT page 44 and XIT page 45 are switched OFF but the RIT or XIT frequency is not changed lt lt lt 9L gt gt gt 1 Press ENTER appears 2 Press the numeric buttons 0 9 to enter the frequency you desire The transceiver changes to the entered frequency after the 10 Hz digit is pressed Note After recalling memory channel 99 that has Start and End frequencies stored page 58 the receive frequency can be changed by using Direct Frequency Entry When using the keypad to directly enter a frequency you can never enter a frequency outside the frequency range programmed in memory channel 99 5 0 4 9 3 8 2 7 1 6 OFF CAR DELAY AGC KEY SPEED METER PROC MONI 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 MIC
149. h may differ under different receiving conditions even when using the same response time BEAT CANCEL SSB AM Beat Cancel also attenuates unwanted tones within the pass band but it is more capable than Auto Notch at removing low level tones Also this function works at the AF level therefore you will notice there is no S meter signal loss although the S N ratio may be lowered in the AM mode After switching ON the function selecting a mode other than SSB or AM will switch OFF the Beat Cancel function LED goes out Changing back to SSB or AM re activates the function automatically LED lights Press BEAT CANCEL to toggle the Beat Cancel function ON or OFF The LED indicator in the button lights when the function is ON Note The effect of Beat Cancel may differ under different receiving conditions even when using the same response time CHANGING RECEIVE BANDWIDTH CW FSK FM The width of the receive pass band can be changed without altering the current receive frequency Change the bandwidth by adjusting the LO WIDTH control When the control is adjusted WIDTH and the newly selected bandwidth appear on the Display ADAPTIVE FILTERS The Auto Notch Beat Cancel and Noise Reduction functions accomplish their design purposes by modifying the characteristics of adaptive filters Adaptive filters adapt or change their characteristics according to the nature of the signal being received at a given moment Men
150. he VFO frequency but first rounds off the current frequency Programmable Function button upper left Programmable Function button upper right Programmable Function button lower right 45 47 47 47 _ 49 48 64 65 65 64 67 68 21 21 21 21 63 63 63 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 4 2300 Hz 300 Hz H ON OFF OFF ON ON ON 4 OFF 5 sec 10 kHz See page reference 10 kHz ON 69 ENTER 70 TF SET 71 1MHz 5 MENU SETUP Page Ref Default Selections Function Menu Item Menu No 0 7 1800 2000 2300 2600 3000 Hz 0 100 200 300 400 500 Hz H C B OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON 0 9 OFF ON 1 2 3 4 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 sec 5 10 kHz OFF ON 1 5 10 kHz OFF ON OFF 00 73 OFF 00 73 OFF 00 73 VOX GAIN TX WIDTH TX SHIFT TX EQ AUTO RET TUN WIDE AUT MODE BEEP BP MODE WARN BP BP LV REPEAT REP TIME F STEP BC STEP CH STEP STEP ADJ PF KEY UL PF KEY UR PF KEY LR 27 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 5 MENU SETUP Page Ref Default Selections Menu Item Menu No 72 FINE OFF H 1 1000 kHz OFF OFF OFF 96 1 88 5 Hz
151. he antenna tuners will not tune outside the authorized transmit limits of Amateur bands If an external AT 300 tuner is connected the internal tuner is bypassed when the ANT 1 connector is selected The AT 300 cannot be used with the ANT 2 connector When tuning in CW mode the SWR meter may deflect upscale momentarily This is not a fault If using Full Break in CW the internal antenna tuner can be bypassed completely or can be in line for both transmitting and receiving Even when OFF is selected via Menu No 08 RX AT received signals pass through the antenna tuner To protect the antenna tuner relay the tuner cannot be used only for transmitting PRESETTING INTERNAL TUNER ONLY After each successful tuning session the Preset function stores the data for the position of the tuning capacitors on each band Then if the frequency is changed while the internal tuner is switched ON this function automatically positions the capacitors without need for retuning After changing bands the Preset function activates for the newly selected band A different set of data is stored for each of the 18 antenna tuner bands see table and for each antenna connector ANT 1 and ANT 2 Therefore enabling the other antenna connector by pressing the ANT button may also cause the Preset function to activate If no Preset data exists for a particular band antenna combination then the default data for 50 is stored Preset
152. he external receiver Therefore connecting an external receiver reduces the signal level y IF OUT 1 jack Mates with an RCA pin plug for connecting the 8 83 MHz IF for pan display of an SM 230 Station Monitor page 6 u REMOTE connector Mates with a 7 pin male DIN connector for connecting a linear amplifier page 5 i EXT SP jack Mates with a 3 5 mm 1 8 diameter 2 conductor mono plug for connecting an external speaker page 4 Connecting an external speaker cuts off the audio automatically to the internal speaker o ACC 2 connector Mates with a 13 pin male DIN connector for connecting various accessory equipment page 6 0 PADDLE and KEY jacks Mates with a 6 0 mm 1 4 3 conductor plug and a 3 5 mm 1 8 2 conductor plug for connecting a key paddle for the internal electronic keyer and another key for CW operation respectively Read Keys and Keyboards for CW Operation page 4 before connecting to these jacks 1 RTTY jack Mates with an RCA pin plug for connecting the RTTY key output from RTTY equipment to operate true frequency shift keying direct keying page 5 2 COM connector Mates with a 9 pin female RS 232C connector for connecting a computer via one of its serial communication ports page 83 Functions on the transceiver can be controlled remotely by using a communications program on the computer pages 5 83 Also used with the Quick Data Transfer function page 65 Note Befo
153. hout changing your receive frequency 1 Press and hold TF SET Without changing your receive frequency you are now receiving on your transmit frequency 2 To select the transmit frequency that you want turn the Tuning control the M CH VFO CH control or press Mic UP or DWN 3 Release TF SET You are now receiving again on your original receive frequency Note Switching ON Menu No 10 FREQ allows you to see the frequency difference between your transmit and receive frequencies when TF SET is pressed Successfully contacting a DX station in a pileup often depends on making a well timed call on a clear frequency The best way to know if your intended transmit frequency is clear is to use TF SET Press TF SET and listen Had you transmitted at that moment would you have transmitted simultaneously with other stations or the station that you are calling After using TF SET a couple of times in this manner you will learn the rhythm of the DX station and the pileup Use the information to select a relatively clear transmit frequency and to transmit at the exact instant when the DX station is listening but the majority of the group aren t transmitting The more proficient you become at using this function the more DX you will contact Note If you press F LOCK before using TF SET you will eliminate the risk of changing your receive frequency accidentally TF SET is disabled
154. ild up your knowledge of its operation bit by bit Don t try to memorize everything at one time Points to know before beginning Although the sidetone can be heard while using any mode CW mode must be selected to set functions on the keyer When pressing two or more keys on the keypad to select a keyer function press the correct keys as instructed then release them You know you ve held them down too long if you hear a continuous tone before releasing the keys In this case a rapid multi dit error alarm sounds when you release the keys to confirm the error Learning Outline To help you learn the keyer the table below offers suggestions for how to proceed Consult the indicated tables and procedures for specific information Activity Consult Set the keyer speed range to suit your keying ability Also set the keyer speed Confirm that correct right or left handed orientation is selected Select the emulation that suits you best If unsure use the default Learn how to load messages into memory Learn how to play back memory messages Learn how to erase memory messages Learn how to initiate Hand key and Tune modes Explore the Inquiry mode Explore the Function mode Explore Embedded Functions Study the different method of sending serial numbers in contests Range Reset function in Multiple Button Functions table page 33 Speed KEY SPEED control page 1
155. ime interval between playbacks via Menu No 40 REP TIME The default interval is 5 seconds OFF ON Numeral B C L H P Zero One The numeral is announced Two Three Four Five Six Displayed Announcement 1 1 VS 2 announces B when you switch from Menu A to B via Menu No 00 MENU A B 69 MAINTENANCE SERVICE NOTE Dear YL OM 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 5 Other related information Menu setup mode frequency button sequence to induce malfunction etc 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 CLEANING The buttons controls and case of the transceiver are likely to become soiled after extended use Remove the cont
156. in memory 12 Press RX M CH 13 Turn the M CH VFO CH control to select the channel 14 Press PTT or SEND Note When operating through a repeater over deviation caused by speaking too loudly into the microphone can cause your signal to talk off break up through the repeater When Subtones can be transmitted TONE lights on the Display Memory Transfer does not copy the stored Subtone frequency data to the VFO The Subtone transmitted is the tone associated with the memory channel or the VFO frequency that is used for the transmit function When you transmit using a VFO frequency or the channel 99 frequency the Subtone selected via Menu No 57 SUB TONE and Menu No 58 SUB TONE will be used however when transmitting using a memory channel the Subtone stored in that channel will be transmitted Selecting Subtone Frequency Some 10 meter FM repeaters use CTCSS Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System to prevent other repeaters on the same frequency from keying thus locking each other up This repeater access system is also referred to as Tone or PL Private Line If CTCSS is used by a repeater in your area set the Subtone frequency The default is 88 5 Hz 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 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 97 4 100 0 103
157. in the third byte position Insert for bytes that have no characters to make a 28 byte fixed length command The bytes will not send any character Supported characters include Letters numbers The internal buffer allows approximately 5 times 28 characters 140 characters to be continuously keyed For programs that convert to Morse code immediately after entry more continuous keying is possible Ex CQ CQ CQ DE WD6DJY WD6DJY WD6DJY K KY_CQ_CQ_ CQ_DE_ WD6DJY_ WD6DJ KY_Y_ WD6DJY_K_______________ 92 APPENDICES 1 Sets or reads transmit monitor level ML TRANSMIT MONITOR LEVEL 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 46 TRANSMIT MONITOR LEVEL 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 M L P1 M L P1 M L 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Sets Lock OFF ON or reads status LK LOCK 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 1 LOCK OFF ON 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 L K P1 L K P1 L K 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 DRS recording LM LOAD MESSAGE 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 45 LOAD MESSAGE 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input F
158. ing speed is set to dd wpm where dd are two digits in the range 6 60 Increases the operating speed by d wpm where d is a single digit in the range 0 9 Decreases the operating speed by d wpm where d is a single digit in the range 0 9 Sets the ultra speed mode for a message Range is 70 990 words per minute where dd are two digits representing the first two numbers of the speed setting desired For example 07 is 70 wpm 77 is 770 wpm This command is used primarily for meteor scatter work Note that Weighting W and Compensation K settings are disabled during Ultraspeed message transmission Message 1 is played followed by resumption of the current message If the current message is 1 a continuous loop is created The same is true for the other messages Embedded Functions Certain functions can be embedded within character messages The command strings are prefixed by a and are entered as a separate word The letters following a that are contained within a word are not interpreted as an embedded function For example the keyer understands that WD6DJY VE7 does not include an embedded command since VE7 is not sent as a separate word These commands must be stored in CH 1 CH 4 they cannot be manually sent Description Command Name Com mand B D Gd N Pdd R Break Decre ment Gap Number Pause Resume Message play pauses for manua
159. ing technology the TS 870S introduces operating tools like Auto Notch Beat Cancel and Noise Reducer When coupled with its IF Shift Noise Blanker and Advanced Intercept Point functions you will enjoy a critical edge as you fight QRM and QRN in the new solar cycle In addition the convenience of a built in RS 232C connector can transport your shack into the world of remote transceiver control via computer But first tame your ego and enthusiasm temporarily read every page of this book Consider this manual to be a personal tutorial from the designers allow it to guide you through the learning process now then act as a reference in the coming years Though user friendly the TS 870S is technically sophisticated and some features may be new to you Your reward for your diligence will be mastery of the TS 870S in the shortest time possible with maximum fun As you continue exploring Amateur radio thank you for allowing the KENWOOD family to join you in this chapter of your adventure DSP MAXIMUM SIGNAL MINIMUM NOISE The TS 870S design includes a 2 channel Sigma delta A D converter two 2 channel Sigma delta D A converters and a 2 channel advanced single bit D A converter Operating at a clock rate of 40 MHz DSP works for you whether you use SSB CW FM or any other mode The adaptive filter functions include Auto Notch Line Enhance and Beat Cancel DSP is the most effective way of using current technology to separat
160. ingfield NJ Mt Climie Mobile AL Sonoita AZ Jupiter FL Hamilton San Diego CA Timisoara Oslo Newark OH Lima Kenya Capetown Long Beach CA Hilton Head SC Omaha NB Bahrain Mackinaw MI San Sebastian Belfast ME Haarlem Des Moines IA Memphis TN St Francis WI Bulawayo Mt Kum Durham NC Victoria MN 82 APPENDICES APPENDIX C GENERAL COVERAGE RECEIVER FOR SWLING The path that led many Amateurs to their first license included hours spent scanning the international shortwave broadcast bands Often inferior receivers that were readily available were used in those days With your TS 870S you now have the opportunity to re visit those same crowded broadcast bands but truly enjoy the myriad of stations that can be heard For those who have never explored the shortwave broadcast bands try listening and discover a world quite different from the Amateur bands Even if you have no interest in the transmission content from international broadcasters noting which stations are present on which bands is another way to stay in touch with current propagation Also listening to native speakers of foreign languages is the best way to improve your listening comprehension of that foreign language This could all help your Amateur activities Erecting a new antenna specifically for the broadcast bands is probably not necessary Just use your Amateur antennas Having a high gain antenna is usually not important using
161. ion gives you the capability to assign any of the functions from Menu Nos 00 68 to certain buttons on the Front Panel The programmable buttons are labeled ENTER TF SET 1MHz and FINE Or you can assign functions Nos 69 73 to these buttons If you want to keep the Front Panel as simple as possible you can assign OFF to each button in which case the buttons will have no function Although the four buttons are automatically assigned with the labeled functions by default you may prefer to re assign these buttons for example with four of the DSP functions Menu Nos 13 18 This would allow you to experiment and learn how the different DSP settings affect received signals Or you could assign some of the AGC functions Menu Nos 01 07 Then you could make quick AGC changes and choose the optimum settings to best match receive conditions There is a great deal of flexibility available with this function Think about your operating priorities then start assigning VFO A VFO B Memory Channels 00 99 14 000 00 14 000 00 USB USB Method of Frequency Selection Frequency MHz Modulation Mode BANDS FOR ANT 1 ANT 2 SELECTION 7 49 10 49 10 49 14 1 14 1 14 49 14 49 20 99 20 99 21 15 21 15 21 99 21 99 25 49 25 49 29 29 30 0 030 1 85 1 85 2 01 2 01 3 525 3 525 3 575 3 575 3 725 3 725 4 49 4 49 7 03 7 03 7 1 7 1
162. is activated The Receive Incremental Tuning function is switched OFF 1 The filter for Digital operation is selected 2 The LO WIDTH control or HI SHIFT control is set incorrectly Corrective Action 1 Switch ON the DC power supply 2 Inspect the power cable Confirm polarities are correct Red positive Black negative 3 Confirm the power connector is locked against the transceiver Rear Panel Confirm the connections to the DC power supply are secure 4 Look for the cause of the blown fuse After inspecting and correcting any problems install a new fuse with the same rating 1 Correct the input voltage Use a step up transformer if necessary to raise the input line voltage to the DC power supply Or use a 12 to 16 V battery 2 Review MICROPROCESSOR RESET After understanding what data will be lost do a Partial Reset If the problem remains do a Full Reset Obtain a new battery from your dealer or a KENWOOD Service Center 1 Review WRITING CONVENTIONS FOLLOWED 2 Press F LOCK to turn OFF the Lock function 3 Review MICROPROCESSOR RESET After understanding what data will be lost do a Partial Reset If the problem remains do a Full Reset Press 1MHz to cancel the Quick Menu function Press F LOCK to switch OFF the function Press RIT to switch ON the function 1 Switch Menu No 19 PKT FIL to OFF 2 Turn the LO WIDTH control counterclockwise and th
163. ive filter pass band If a CW signal becomes inaudible shift the pass band by adjusting the HI SHIFT control Refer to IF SHIFT page 51 ZERO BEATING Zero beating means matching your transmit frequency with the station that you are receiving This is important if you expect other stations to hear you without them retuning their receivers Zero beating also saves space on the band since only a single frequency is used by you and the other station for your contact If you are part of a roundtable where more than two stations are participating but each is on a different frequency it s frustrating to keep retuning to a different frequency each time one of the roundtable stations begins sending Learn to zero beat accurately and quickly 1 Press VOX and press RIT to switch OFF the VOX and RIT functions respectively VOX and RIT go out 2 With CW mode selected turn the Tuning control to tune in a CW station for maximum signal strength 3 Close your key to activate the sidetone You will hear a steady tone 4 Turn the Tuning control until the note from the received CW signal matches the sidetone note then release the key To double check that you are zero beat press CW R to switch to the opposite sideband You should hear no difference in tone of the received CW signal SWITCHING TX RX MANUALLY 1 Select CW mode by pressing CW R CW lights 2 Press
164. l text insertion One or more words may be inserted via the paddle Once paddle input has begun the break is canceled when inactivity exceeding a word space is detected and the interrupted message resumes A break may also be aborted by pressing any button causing the corresponding message to play immediately Decrements contest serial number by 1 The normal 7 element interword space is modified to 3 d where d is a digit in the range 0 9 It is used to exaggerate inter character or interword spacing For example a call like W EJ can be entered with slight lengthening of the space between the E and the J for emphasis making it easier to copy Note that G0 yields a normal character space while G4 yields a normal word space The current value of a contest serial number is played Its value is then automatically increased by 1 See Serial Number Options A speed independent pause of d d seconds is inserted where dd are two digits in the range 00 99 For example P35 will result in a delay of 3 5 seconds Pauses longer than 9 9 seconds are obtained by using consecutive commands that total the value desired Stops playback to allow hand sent entry When manual keying is completed press the button for the message being played and the message will resume transmitting Multiple R commands are permitted Option d Other Zeros Nines Leading Zeros 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
165. l counterclockwise one step changes the frequency to 14 260 00 MHz and one more step changes the frequency to 14 250 00 MHz Again the rounding took place on the first step Example 2 Menu No 44 STEP ADJ is OFF Menu No 43 CH STEP 10 kHz step size Selected frequency 14 261 73 MHz Turning the M CH VFO CH control clockwise one step changes the frequency to 14 271 73 MHz and one more step changes the frequency to 14 281 73 MHz No rounding occurs With 14 261 73 MHz selected turning this control counterclockwise one step changes the frequency to 14 251 73 MHz and one more step changes the frequency to 14 241 73 MHz Again no rounding occurs 4 OPERATING BASICS RX TX AUTO NOTCH BEAT CANCEL N R TX EQ LO WIDTH FILTER HI SHIFT AF RF NB SQL ENTER TF SET MODE LSB USB FSK R CW R FM AM FINE 1MHz DOWN UP A B MENU RIT RIT XIT M CH VFO CH XIT CLEAR NB A B M CH 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR USB CW R FSK FM AM M SCR PRG SCAN F LOCK FINE MHz LSB AUTO FULL SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI MENU A B SPLIT RIT TONE XIT NB WIDTH CTRL SHIFT ON AIR AT TUNE M CH VFO CH 1 kHz 100 Hz and 10 Hz digits change to 0 1 kHz digit changes to 0 or 5 and 100 Hz and 10 Hz digits change to 0 100 Hz and 10 Hz digits change to 0 10 kHz 5 kHz 1 kHz
166. le level of background noise t Select an Amateur band by pressing the UP or DOWN button First pressing the 1MHz button before pressing the UP or DOWN button lets you step up or down in 1 MHz increments instead of stepping between Amateur bands y Select an operating mode by pressing the LSB USB or CW R button Press the same button again to toggle to the second function on the button For example repeatedly pressing the LSB USB button switches between LSB and USB modes u Turn the Tuning control to tune in a station If no stations are heard but you have an antenna connected possibly the wrong antenna connector is selected Pressing the ANT button toggles between the Antenna 1 and the Antenna 2 connectors YOUR FIRST QSO Since you ve now installed the TS 870S why not try it The instructions below are abbreviated They are intended only to act as a quick introduction If you encounter problems or there s something you don t understand you can read about the subject in more detail later AGC USB 5 0 4 9 3 8 2 7 1 6 RX TX OFF CAR DELAY AGC KEY SPEED METER PROC MONI 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 AUTO NOTCH BEAT CANCEL N R TX EQ LO WIDTH FILTER HI SHIFT MIC ATT ANT DOWN UP VOX FULL SEMI AT TUNE SEND THRU AUTO AIP PHONES PROC MONI MIC PWR AF RF NB SQL M IN REC F LOC
167. leted The mode assigned to a boundary will be selected while operating on all frequencies below that boundary down to and including the next lower boundary Each boundary is numbered As the boundary numbers get larger so must the boundary frequencies Example If Boundary No 09 is 14 100 MHz then Boundary No 10 must be a frequency larger by at least 10 kHz than 14 100 MHz The lowest frequency that could be stored in Boundary No 10 is 14 110 MHz A lower frequency will not be accepted Frequencies larger than the maximum receive frequency cannot be stored There is a maximum of 19 boundary frequencies Automatic Mode is always OFF in the range from the highest boundary to the maximum transceiver frequency Example If 18 MHz CW is stored in Boundary No 14 tuning to 18 MHz or higher selects USB since the boundary default of 30 MHz USB is stored in Boundary No 15 Whereas if 18 MHz CW is stored in Boundary No 18 highest boundary tuning to a frequency lower than 18 MHz selects CW but tuning to 18 MHz or higher will not change the mode still CW Use the following procedure to change a boundary 1 Press MENU Boundary No 00 appears 2 Turn the M CH VFO CH control to select the boundary that you want to change 49 AGC AUTO LSB AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER You have the choice of using the internal tuner an external AT 300 tuner or both Note T
168. listener will appreciate your consideration as well as respect your more articulate conversation Press VOX to toggle the VOX function ON or OFF VOX lights when the function is ON Microphone Input Level Adjustment To enjoy the VOX mode take time to set the gain of the VOX circuit to the correct level 1 Select a voice mode switch ON the VOX function and begin speaking into your microphone using your normal level of voice 2 Access Menu No 28 VOX GAIN then select different settings default is 4 until the transceiver reliably switches to transmit each time you speak The best setting will allow the transceiver to switch between receive and transmit however background noises near your operating position should not falsely switch the transceiver This Menu item is configurable even if the VOX function is OFF or while you are transmitting Note This transceiver does not have an ANTI VOX control DSP is able to automatically lower the input sensitivity for received audio that is output from the speaker Delay Time Adjustment 1 Select a voice mode switch ON the VOX function and begin speaking into your microphone using your normal level of voice 2 Adjust the DELAY control so that the transceiver changes back to receive a brief time after you stop talking The DELAY control has a range from 150 2700 ms Each step equals 10 6 ms Note Setting the delay time by comp
169. lows you to change your receive frequency without affecting your transmit frequency page 44 8 CLEAR button Press to reset the RIT XIT frequency offset to zero pages 44 45 Also erases entered digits at any time the keypad is being used to enter data page 22 48 9 XIT button Press to switch the Transmit Incremental Tuning function ON or OFF The XIT function allows you to change your transmit frequency without affecting your receive frequency page 45 0 UP DOWN buttons Press to step through all Amateur bands consecutively page 20 If the 1MHz Step function is ON then pressing these buttons steps the transceiver in 1 MHz increments page 20 These buttons are also used to make selections from the Menu page 24 and to check Start and End frequencies for the Scan function page 60 Note Only Auto Notch 2 or Beat Cancel 3 or Noise Reduction 4 can be used at one time They cannot be activated at the same time 5 0 4 9 3 8 2 7 1 6 RX TX OFF CAR DELAY AGC KEY SPEED METER PROC MONI 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 AUTO NOTCH BEAT CANCEL N R TX EQ LO WIDTH FILTER HI SHIFT MIC ATT ANT DOWN UP VOX FULL SEMI AT TUNE SEND THRU AUTO AIP PHONES PROC MONI MIC PWR AF RF NB SQL M IN REC F LOCK CH 4 CLR CH 3 SCAN CH 2 M gt VFO CH 1 M IN ENTER TF SET MODE LSB USB FSK R
170. m the RIT XIT control 1 Sets Scan OFF ON or reads status SC SCAN 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 1 SCAN OFF ON 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 S C P1 S C P1 S C 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Sets or reads RF gain RG RF GAIN 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 31 RF GAIN 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 R G P1 R G 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 P1 R G 1 Sets or reads Semi Break in delay time SD SEMI BREAK IN DELAY TIME 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 49 SEMI BREAK IN DELAY TIME 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 S D P1 S D 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 P1 S D 1 Selects a meter function or reads meter values RM READ METER 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 24 METER SWITCH 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 R M P1 R M 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 P1 R M P2 P2 22 METER VALUE 1 S meter and TX RF meter
171. m to the Quick Menu press M IN The star lights indicating that the item has been added to the Quick Menu Each press of M IN toggles the item into or out of the Quick Menu 4 Press MENU or CLR to exit Menu mode Using the Quick Menu 1 Press MENU 2 Press 1MHz MHz lights 3 Turn the M CH VFO CH control to select the desired Quick Menu No If the Quick Menu has not been programmed yet see previous section then turning the M CH VFO CH control causes an alarm to be emitted either CHECK in Morse code or a triple beep 4 Press UP or DOWN or Mic UP or Mic DWN to change the current selection for this Quick Menu item 5 Press MENU or CLR to exit Quick Menu mode TEMPORARY MENU RESETTING This convenient function allows you to temporarily reset all Menu items to their factory default selections This can be useful to verify whether a Menu setting is causing undesirable operation 1 Press CLR to temporarily reset all Menu items to factory default values The MENU indicator flashes 2 To change all Menu items back to your own programmed values switch OFF the transceiver then switch it back ON AGC AUTO MENU A B MHz AGC AUTO MENU A B 25 00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Menu A or B selection AGC mode
172. may be sent in the form of either serial or parallel data strings The parallel method is faster but more complicated while the serial method is slower and requires less complicated equipment The serial form is therefore a less expensive alternative Serial data transmission uses time division methods over a single line Using a single line also offers the advantage of reducing the number of errors due to line noise Only 3 lines are required theoretically for control of the transceiver via the computer Transmit data Receive data Ground From a practical standpoint it is also necessary to incorporate some means of controlling when this data transfer will occur The computer and transceiver cannot be allowed to send data at the same time The required control is achieved by using the RTS and CTS lines For example the transceiver is placed into the transmit mode whenever the character string TX is sent from the computer The character string TX is called a command It tells the transceiver to do something There are numerous commands available for control of the transceiver These commands may be incorporated into a computer program written in any high level language Programming methods vary from computer to computer therefore refer to the instruction manuals provided with the terminal program and computer COMMANDS A command is composed of 2 alphabetical characters various parameters and
173. means of monitoring the beacon frequencies then assemble the recorded signal levels into a meaningful database for later consultation Call sign long dash long dash long dash long dash 100 100 10 1 0 1 CW Message Transmitted Beacon Power Level W The following table shows some of the stations involved in this program Note As a courtesy to other Amateurs avoid transmitting on the 14100 kHz beacon frequency Also plans are in progress to expand the beacon network to include 18110 21150 24930 and 28200 kHz When operation begins on these new frequencies avoid transmitting on them as well HF BEACONS Beacon stations transmit from locations in many countries Often they operate 24 hours per day and if you can hear a particular beacon you know there is some propagation to that area of the world Consult reference books such as the ARRL Repeater Directory for detailed information on active beacons The table below lists some beacons that you may hear United Nations New York Stanford University California Kane ohe Hawaii Mt Asama Japan Tel Aviv University Israel Helsinki Technical University Finland Funchal Madeira Island Transvaal South Africa Buenos Aires Argentina 4U1UN B W6WX B KH6O B JA2IGY 4X6TU OH2B CT3B ZS6DN B LU4AA Location Station Freq kHz Call Sign Location Emis ERP NCDXF IARU beacon network St Helena Sao Paulo Ottawa Cyprus
174. mode being used 2 Check antenna connections Confirm that the antenna tuner is reporting a low SWR Increase Menu No 28 VOX GAIN 1 Set Menu No 51 LINEAR according to instructions in INSTALLATION 2 Inspect the REMOTE connector wiring and correct Press XIT to switch ON the function Using the XIT function does not change the main frequency display XIT only changes the RIT XIT display 1 Review FM REPEATER OPERATION and select the correct frequency and type of Tone 2 You must transmit on the repeater s input frequency and receive on the repeater s output frequency Refer to FM REPEATER OPERATION 1 Re check all connections using this manual your TNC MCP manual and your computer hardware manual as references 2 Confirm that the RIT and XIT functions are switched OFF Confirm that you are NOT operating split frequency 3 Adjust TX and RX levels using Menu Nos 20 PKT IN and 21 PKT OUT and level controls on your TNC MCP 4 Reorient relocate your antenna or increase your antenna gain 5 Set the TNC MCP TX delay time to more than 300 ms 1 Correct the cable 2 Use the same parameters in the terminal program and the transceiver Refer to COMMUNICATION PARAMETERS 3 Obtain a terminal program that fully supports the TS 870S protocol If designing your own program refer to information in COMPUTER CONTROL COMMANDS 4 Disconnect the computer from the transceiver an
175. n the microphone connector Secure the connector with the locking ring 2 Switch Menu No 27 TX INH to OFF 3 Press LSB USB or FM AM to select a voice mode 4 Switch Menu No 19 PKT FIL to OFF 5 Press ANT to select the other antenna connector 1 Check the antenna connection Correct as necessary 2 Reduce the SWR of the antenna system 3 Correct the input voltage 4 Use the provided or an optional DC power cable 1 The SQL control is fully clockwise 2 The Attenuator function is ON 3 The transceiver is in the transmit mode since the SEND switch was pressed 4 The Microphone PTT switch is pressed 5 The LO WIDTH control or HI SHIFT control is set incorrectly 6 The wrong antenna connector is selected 7 If using a separate receiver that is connected to the EXT RX ANT connector the connector is not enabled 8 The Advanced Intercept Point function is ON The RF gain control is set too low The wrong modulation mode is selected 1 The SQL control is not set correctly 2 You have fewer than two memory channels that are not locked out 3 You have fewer than two memory channels programmed With Group Scan selected the channel you want to scan is in a different group The Start and End frequencies are identical Busy Frequency Stop is not activated This is normal operation 1 The microphone plug is not inserted completely in the Front Panel connector 2 The Tran
176. n by pressing METER 4 Press and hold down the Microphone PTT switch or press SEND The ON AIR indicator lights Refer to VOX page 45 for information on automatic TX RX switching 5 Without speaking adjust the CAR control so that the ALC meter just begins to indicate 6 Speak into the microphone and adjust the MIC gain control so that only a few segments on the ALC meter light Speak in a normal tone and level of voice Speaking too close to the microphone or too loudly may increase distortion and reduce intelligibility 7 If you want to use speech processing press PROC to switch on the Speech Processor and adjust as described on page 46 8 Release the Microphone PTT switch or press SEND again to return to the receive mode The ON AIR indicator goes out This completes the AM TRANSMISSION section Refer to OPERATING AIDS beginning on page 44 for information about additional useful functions for operating DIGITAL OPERATION Since Multimode Communications Processors MCP have become popular many Amateurs enjoy operating using a number of digital modes The power and variety of Amateur radio increased greatly with the development of MCP that can use your TS 870S transceiver as the communications link For example it s possible to take advantage of the camaraderie found on RTTY then move to Packet to access an RBBS Radio Bulletin Board Sys
177. n resumes scanning If the channel is not busy three seconds after stopping Scan resumes immediately Carrier operated mode Scan resumes approximately two seconds after the signal drops Select your preferred Scan Resume method via Menu No 68 CAR SCAN The default is Time operated OFF ALL CHANNEL SCAN The All channel Scan function scans all memory channels containing frequency data 1 Recall a Conventional memory channel 2 Switch OFF Menu No 66 GRP SCAN 3 Adjust the SQL control while no signal is present The squelch must be closed before scanning starts 4 Press SCAN to start scanning 5 To stop scanning press SCAN or CLR or SEND or Mic PTT 62 M CH USB AGC AUTO SETTING SCAN SPEED Scan speed can be changed through 9 steps using the RIT XIT control A weight value of the form Pn appears on the Display during Scan n is a number from 1 to 9 that acts as a speed reference number Turning the RIT XIT control clockwise decreases the scan speed and counterclockwise increases the speed The Program Scan and Memory Scan speeds can be independently set as explained below The table below shows the time required for one frequency step Program Scan or one memory channel step Memory Scan For Memory Scan if Menu No 67 BSY STOP is ON the weight value is locked at 1 However if Menu No 67 is OFF the stop time on each channel is as shown below Program Sc
178. n the Display REJECTING INTERFERENCE Be aware that shifting the CW center frequency does not automatically adjust the receive CW pitch Therefore it is possible to shift the CW pass band such that the selected CW pitch frequency falls outside the pass band Doing this makes the CW signal inaudible Example Before adjusting IF Shift CW pitch 900 Hz IF Shift 800 Hz center frequency CW Width 600 Hz In this example the pass band would lie from 500 1100 Hz from 300 Hz below the center frequency of 800 Hz to 300 Hz above the center frequency If the CW pitch was set for 900 Hz the signal would be audible After adjusting IF Shift CW pitch 900 Hz IF Shift 500 Hz center frequency CW Width 600 Hz Now the pass band would lie from 200 800 Hz With the CW pitch set for 900 Hz the signal would not be audible since the pitch frequency is 100 Hz above the upper edge of the pass band In this case to make the signal audible lower the CW pitch frequency by at least 100 Hz f f HI SHIFT HI SHIFT USB pass band USB pass band f f LO WIDTH LO WIDTH USB pass band USB pass band CW 800 Frequency Selections Hz Mode Default Freq Hz 400 450 500 550 600 650 700 750 800 850 900 950 1000 Center frequency Freq Filter Relationship 0 50 100 200 300 400 500 600 800 1000 Hz 0 100 200 500 Hz 1 4 1 6 1
179. n the control The newly selected setting becomes effective FULL BREAK IN Full Break in returns the transceiver to the receive mode as soon as the key contacts open It s possible to hear if another station wants to interrupt and it also allows you to hear interference that may begin after you start sending 6 COMMUNICATING 32 6 COMMUNICATING ELECTRONIC KEYER The keyer supplied with the TS 870S is a full featured K 1 Logikey keyer that will delight anybody that respects a good keyer A great deal of information on using this keyer is provided in this manual not because it is difficult to use but because it has an incredible number of features Some of the features of your keyer include Iambic operation with dot and dash memories Programmable via commands sent from your key Emulation modes for other keyer types you won t have to re train yourself if you re used to a keyer with different timing Soft sectored messages that can call each other and can contain embedded functions Automatic contest serial number generation Digital and linear speed control 6 60 wpm Adjustable weight for code elements 25 75 Tune function for continuous key down Selectable automatic character spacing Message loop capability for continuous replay It is probably best to learn the keyer s basic functions first then use it on the air Over time you will bu
180. nd Menu No 26 PROC HI You can customize the low and high ranges of the speech envelope from 6 to 6 dB 3 Press PROC to switch ON the processor PROC lights 4 Press METER to select the COMP function 5 While speaking at your normal voice level adjust the PROC control for a level of 10 dB or less Using higher compression will not improve your signal clarity or apparent signal strength Excessively compressed signals are more difficult to understand due to distortion and are less pleasant to hear than signals with less compression 6 Press METER to select the ALC function 7 The compression level affects the ALC setting for SSB therefore while continuing to speak into the microphone adjust the CAR control for a reading within the ALC zone Keep the meter inside the ALC zone for the cleanest transmit signal and to avoid interfering with other stations on adjacent frequencies Mode SSB CW FSK AM FM Unmixed AF Keyed output from DSP with sidetone OFF AF corresponding to the shift and mark space Unmixed AF Unmixed AF Transmit Sampling Point dB 6 3 0 3 6 Lower Raise Low range High range 800 Hz 1 6 kHz 5 0 4 9 3 8 2 7 1 6 OFF CAR DELAY AGC KEY SPEED METER PROC MONI 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 MIC ATT ANT DOWN UP VOX FULL SEMI AT TUNE SEND THR
181. ng CQ Besides contest operation the Transfer function can also prove useful if you enjoy monitoring more than one frequency simultaneously during day to day operating Even if monitoring another band you can quickly transfer any frequency over to your main transceiver and be ready to make a call fast enough to beat the DX packetcluster crowd SETTING UP Equipment Needed TS 870S transceiver Compatible transceiver Interconnecting cable IF 232C only necessary if transferring data to a transceiver other than the TS 870S The cable ends must be terminated with a 9 pin RS 232C female connector to mate with the TS 870S COM connector and a 6 pin DIN male connector to mate with the ACC 1 connector on any of the other transceivers If using two TS 870S transceivers then both ends need a 9 pin RS 232C female connector The cable must also have the TXD RXD and CTS RTS wires crossed respectively so the cable will act as a null modem when connected between the transceivers If two TS 870S transceivers are connected together the same COM connector baud rate must be used on each transceiver If transferring to or from other KENWOOD transceivers select 4800 bps and 2 stop bits on the TS 870S LSB USB CW CW R FSK FSK R AM FM _ L _ U _ _ C _ _ _ CR _ R _ _ RR _ A _ F Morse Code Output Mode You attempte
182. ng memory channel buttons in sequence during playback The Q Function command page 36 allows you to queue several messages to form a longer message Example Q Function status ON Channel 1 contents CQ Channel 2 contents de DF TK In this example pressing the button sequence CH 1 CH 1 CH 1 CH 2 would send CQ CQ CQ de DF TK 35 6 COMMUNICATING Erasing CW Messages 1 To erase a memory channel s message press its associated button CH 1 or CH 2 or CH 3 or CH 4 until you hear a tone The keyer will send the letter C or R depending whether you are in Character or Real Time mode 2 Press the same memory channel button again The message in that memory is now erased Inquiry Functions Inquiry functions report the current state of the keyer Information is played to the operator in Morse code with the monitor automatically enabled and keying output disabled To check an Inquiry function 1 Press CH 3 CH 4 The keyer will send 2 Send an Inquiry command from the table Description Command Name Inquiry Command A C F K L N Q S V W Z 1 2 3 or 4 Inquire Auto space Inquire Capacity Inquire Function Speed Inquire Keying Compensation Inquire Load Mode Inquire Number Inquire Queue Inquire Speed Inquire Emulation Setting
183. nts the emulation number see table that you desire Option Description V V1 V2 V3 V4 V5 V6 V7 V8 V9 Normal with dot and dash memory Normal with dot memory only Normal with dash memory only Accukeyer timing with dot and dash memory Accukeyer timing with dot memory only Accukeyer timing with dash memory only Curtis A timing with dot and dash memory Curtis A timing with dot memory only Curtis A timing with dash memory only Iambic timing with no dot or dash memory Note If the buttons are pressed for an extended time or if an incorrect command is input a multi dit error tone will be sent 34 6 COMMUNICATING Storing CW Messages The two modes available for storing messages are Character mode and Real Time mode Each message may be as long as you want provided that the total of all four messages including spaces does not exceed about 220 characters You must use the internal keyer to use the message storage function If you happen to turn OFF the power while storing a message the last letters input may be deleted You cannot store messages if you are operating split mode transmit mode different than receive mode Using Character mode default This mode uses message memory most efficiently Each Morse character uses one byte of memory When you play back your recorded messages they will be sent with precise intercharacter and interword spacing 1 Press CH
184. nventional memory channel recalled for transmit when the transfer is done the data will be rejected To receive data into a VFO select TX and RX using VFOs Pin Name 1 2 3 4 5 6 GND TX RX TX RX CTS RTS NC Pin No r e w t y q Rear Panel view on TS 450S 690S 850S 950SDX ACC 1 Connections Connect each end of the interconnecting cable to the COM connector or the ACC 1 connector on the transceivers DSP 100 Users You may continue using your DSP 100 DSP Unit with the Transfer function Connect the interconnecting cable to either the CONT IN or CONT OUT connector on the DSP 100 then connect the unused CONT connector on the DSP 100 to the ACC 1 connector on the transceiver The transceiver connected to the CONT IN becomes the Master the transceiver connected to the CONT OUT connector is the Slave USING QUICK TRANSFER Note While transmitting data other functions may work more slowly Transferring Data The Master is the transceiver that sends data to the Slave transceiver If the Master has the RIT function switched ON the RIT offset frequency is added to the receive frequency to be transferred 1 Switch ON the Transfer function on each transceiver On the TS 870S activate Menu No 54 TRNSFER function For the compatible transceiver check your Instruction Manual for the correct method 2 On the Master transceiver press QUICK MEMO M IN If the Master is a T
185. on of the control For FM and AM modes one revolution of the Tuning control changes the frequency by 100 kHz These tuning rates can be halved via Menu No 41 F STEP In addition the Fine Tuning function reduces the step size of the Tuning control further which allows you to tune more slowly and precisely Press FINE FINE lights The Fine Tuning function toggles ON and OFF each time FINE is pressed QUICK CHANGES To move up or down in frequency quickly use the M CH VFO CH control Turn the M CH VFO CH control clockwise to increase the frequency counterclockwise to decrease the frequency Due to the large step sizes available you can quickly move across the band When the minimum or maximum receive frequency for the transceiver is reached turning the M CH VFO CH control will not decrease or increase respectively the frequency Menu No 44 STEP ADJ affects how the M CH VFO CH control tunes When Menu No 44 is ON default rounding occurs on the first step click of the M CH VFO CH control as shown below Example 1 Menu No 44 STEP ADJ is ON Menu No 43 CH STEP 10 kHz step size Selected frequency 14 261 73 MHz Turning the M CH VFO CH control clockwise one step changes the frequency to 14 270 00 MHz and one more step changes the frequency to 14 280 00 MHz The rounding occurred on the first step Similarly with 14 261 73 MHz selected turning this contro
186. onds where dd are two digits in the range 00 25 Although similar to increasing weight this adjustment is independent of speed This setting is used primarily to correct keying distortion introduced by the transceiver using Break in operation Toggles the load mode between Character and Real Time The keyer confirms the new mode by sending C or R as appropriate Initializes the contest serial number to dddd where dddd are four digits in the range 0000 9999 Four digits must be entered with leading zeros if needed Toggles the input queue ON or OFF The keyer confirms the new mode by sending ON or OFF as appropriate When OFF message button activations are acted upon immediately canceling any message in progress When ON up to eight button presses are remembered in order and acted upon in succession as each message completes Reverses the dot and dash paddles as may be desired for left handed operators Sets the current operating speed to dd wpm where dd are two digits in the range 06 60 The speed function establishes the current knob position at the entered speed The knob can then be employed to vary the speed faster or slower over a total range of 3 1 Control via the knob is linear and increases speed clockwise Increases the operating speed by d wpm d is a single digit in the range 0 9 Decreases the operating speed by d wpm d is a single digit in the range 0 9 Allows an operator to select emulation of the timing characte
187. operate Linear amplifier does not operate Turning the RIT XIT control has no affect on the transmit frequency You cannot access and use 10 meter band repeaters Digital operation results in few or no connects or contacts with other stations Attempts at controlling the transceiver by a computer have failed 74 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES MC 80 Desktop Microphone MC 85 Multi function Desktop Microphone MC 90 DSP compatible Desktop Microphone AT 300 Automatic Antenna Tuner HS 5 Deluxe Headphones HS 6 Small Headphones SP 31 External Speaker DRU 3 Digital Recording Unit SO 2 Temperature compensated Crystal Oscillator TCXO SW 2100 SWR Power Meter IF 232C Interface Unit LF 30A Low pass Filter PG 2Z DC Cable VS 2 Voice Synthesizer Unit PC 1A Phone Patch Controller SM 230 Station Monitor PS 52 HEAVY DUTY Power Supply 22 5 A MC 43S Hand Microphone MC 60A Deluxe Desktop Microphone Using PC 1A with the transceiver does not comply with the European EMC standard Microphone sensitivity is low in FM mode 75 VS 2 ENGLISH CN6 Cover A INSTALLING OPTIONS REMOVING THE CASE TOP CASE 1 Remove the screws 10 screws 2 Lift off the top case BOTTOM CASE 1 Remove the screws 12 screws 2 Lift off the bottom case DRU 3 DIGITAL RECORDING UNIT CAUTION Switch OFF the power and unplug the DC power cable before beginning installation Note Refe
188. ophone or disconnect your microphone while recording MESSAGE PLAYBACK This section explains how to play back the contents of a single message memory Whether checking or actually transmitting messages press CLR any time you want to cancel playback Also you cannot change the transceiver frequency while playing back messages Note Pressing the POWER switch while recording or playing back messages may cause previously recorded messages or recordings in progress to be erased Checking Messages Use this procedure to verify the contents of a message memory 1 Switch OFF the VOX function by pressing VOX 2 Select SSB FM or AM mode by pressing LSB USB or FM AM The transmit and receive modes must be the same 3 Press CH 1 or CH 2 or CH 3 or CH 4 to play back the message in the respective memory For example AP 1 appears while Message 1 is playing back Transmitting Messages VOX Use this procedure to transmit the contents of a message memory 1 Switch ON the VOX function by pressing VOX 2 Select SSB FM or AM mode by pressing LSB USB or FM AM The transmit and receive modes must be the same 3 Press CH 1 or CH 2 or CH 3 or CH 4 to play back the message in the respective memory After the message is transmitted the transceiver automatically returns to the receive mode 68 11 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES VS
189. or reads RF ATT attenuator RA RF ATTENUATOR 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 48 ATTENUATOR 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 R A P1 R A 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 P1 R A 1 Sets the RIT frequency shift to 0 RC 2 Parameter Format Parameter function 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 R 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 RIT CLEAR C Note This command also clears the XIT frequency same as RIT shift The command functions independently from the RIT XIT control 1 Selects receive transmit mode RX 2 Parameter Format Parameter function 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 TX RX TX RX TX RX TX 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Lowers raises RIT frequency RD 2 Parameter Format Parameter function 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 R 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 RU RIT DOWN UP D U Note This command also affects the XIT frequency same as RIT shift The command functions independently fro
190. ordance 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 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer for technical assistance FCC WARNING 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 APPLICABLE MODEL This manual applies to the following model TS 870S HF Transceiver Intelligent Digital Enhanced Communications System Instruction What to do Press and release KEY Press and hold KEY1 down then press KEY2 If there are more than two keys press and hold down each key in turn until the final key has been pressed Press KEY1 momentarily release KEY1 then press KEY2 With the tran
191. oring 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 types of Scan PROGRAM SCAN The Program Scan function scans the range between the Start frequency and End frequency stored in memory channel 99 If Program Scan is used before you store a Start and an End frequency then the lower and upper frequency limits of the transceiver are automatically stored for the Start and End frequencies respectively Some General market versions substitute the lower and upper frequencies for the current band in place of the frequency limits of the transceiver Program Scan direction is controlled by the Start and End frequency relationship The following table summarizes the way that Program Scan functions SCAN For a refresher on how to store the Program Scan Limits refer to STORING SCAN LIMITS IN CH 99 page 58 The following are additional important points regarding the Program Scan function Starting a transmission by closing the CW key by sending a packet or by triggering the VOX circuit by voice or the DRU 3 Digital Recording Unit stops Program Scan however transmission does not begin immediately When the Program Scan range is smaller than a single step of the M CH VFO CH control turning this control causes Scan to jump to the lower of the Start End frequencies
192. ory channel for transmit page 42 RX A button Selects VFO A for receive and transmit page 19 TX A button Selects VFO A for transmit page 42 RX B button Selects VFO B for receive and transmit page 19 TX B button Selects VFO B for transmit page 42 RX M CH button Selects memory channel mode for receive and transmit page 55 TX M CH button Selects memory channel mode for transmit page 42 2 AUTO NOTCH button In SSB mode press to switch the Auto Notch function ON or OFF Auto Notch can automatically locate and remove interfering signals from the receive IF pass band page 52 3 BEAT CANCEL button In SSB or AM mode press to switch the Beat Cancel function ON or OFF Beat Cancel works at AF to remove interfering signals page 52 4 N R button In SSB CW FSK or AM mode press to switch the Noise Reduction function ON or OFF This function offers a choice of digital filtering methods for reception page 53 5 TX EQ button In SSB or AM mode press to switch the Transmit Equalizer function ON or OFF This equalizer function includes high boost low boost and comb filter functions page 47 6 FILTER LO WIDTH and HI SHIFT controls These controls allow total flexibility in all modes for digitally changing the receive pass band characteristics for optimum reception pages 51 52 7 RIT button Press to switch the Receive Incremental Tuning function ON or OFF The RIT function al
193. oth with warm water or a mild detergent 12 Periods of Inactivity Disconnect the input power cable from the power source when the transceiver is not used for long periods of time 13 Servicing Remove the transceiver s enclosure only to do accessory installations described by this manual or accessory manuals Follow provided instructions carefully to avoid electrical shocks If unfamiliar with this type of work seek assistance from an experienced individual or have a professional technician do the task 14 Damage Requiring Service Enlist the services of qualified personnel in the following cases a The power supply or plug is damaged b Objects have fallen or liquid has spilled into the transceiver c The transceiver has been exposed to rain d The transceiver is operating abnormally or performance has degraded seriously e The transceiver has been dropped or the enclosure damaged EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM ii CONTENTS DUAL DIGITAL VFOs 19 SELECTING VFOS RX A RX B 19 EQUALIZING VFO FREQUENCIES A B 20 SELECTING MODE 20 SELECTING FREQUENCY 20 CHANGING BANDS
194. our TS 870S can also be used with Mode A satellites those that use a VHF uplink and an HF downlink if you also have an SSB CW VHF transceiver If you re interested in pursuing Mode K operation contact AMSAT Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation This group of satellite operators located all over the world support the construction and operation of satellites AMSAT can provide you with the latest information regarding Mode K and Mode A satellites that are currently in orbit 44 USB AGC AUTO SPLIT RIT USB AGC AUTO SPLIT RIT The TS 870S will take charge of setting the AGC using independent release times that you specify for each mode Or you can have total control by manually adjusting the AGC yourself from the Front Panel When receiving strong signals in AM mode with the AGC OFF the clipping action will make reception difficult or impossible To select whether you want Automatic or Manual control use Menu No 01 AUT MAN Select OFF for Manual control and ON for Automatic control The default is Manual OFF Changing AGC Automatic Menu No 01 AUT MAN is ON The following Menu items are available to change the AGC release time in Automatic mode Manual Menu No 01 AUT MAN is OFF With Menu No 01 AUT MAN set to OFF adjust the AGC control to set the AGC release time as you prefer Turning the control clockwise selects a faster release time and counterclockwise selects a slower
195. quency Jumps to Start End frequency and monitors it Down Jumps to Start frequency then scans down Start End Frequency Relationship Current Frequency Program Scan Action General update of activity on the entire band or a sub section of the band while in VFO mode Quick activity update of all programmed Conventional memory channels Quick activity update of a selected group of Conventional memory channels All channel Scan Group Scan Memory Scan Program Scan Scan Type Purpose 61 10 SCAN MEMORY SCAN Memory Scan scans all memory channels containing data All channel Scan or only a group of channels specified by you Group Scan This type of scan always ascends up through the channel numbers the direction of scan cannot be changed While scanning if you want to skip over some programmed channels turn the M CH VFO CH control Pressing Mic UP or DWN will also skip over channels but only during All channel Scan All channel Scan or Group Scan can be selected via Menu No 66 GRP SCAN The default is All channel Scan OFF The following are additional important points regarding the Memory Scan function Starting a transmission by closing the CW key by sending a packet or by triggering the VOX circuit by voice or the DRU 3 Digital Recording Unit stops Memory Scan however transmission does not begin immediately Starting the Memory Scan function switches OFF the
196. r WWV WWVH then consult references such as the World Radio TV Handbook for information on some of the other standard time stations located closer to your area Check 2500 5000 10000 15000 and 20000 kHz at 18 minutes after each hour WWV and 2500 5000 10000 and 15000 kHz at 45 minutes after each hour WWVH to hear the propagation forecasts NCDXF IARU BEACON NETWORK The Northern California DX Foundation and the International Amateur Radio Union are cooperating to support this particularly useful on the air tool The network is monitored by scientists students etc as well as Amateur operators This group of stations are located in North America the Pacific eastern Asia the Middle East Europe southern Africa and South America and more stations continue to be added to the network They transmit beacon signals on 14100 kHz consecutively in sequence at power levels from 100 watts down to 100 milliwatts You can listen to each station transmit with a known power from a known direction and location With minimal effort in a brief time you can compile a customized and accurate profile of HF propagation conditions at your location This information will help you decide where to point your antenna to look for DX or to call CQ You could even distribute the information via packetcluster to local friends for their benefit Or because of the very precise timing used for each transmission possibly you could develop an automatic
197. r to INTERNAL ADJUSTMENTS page 70 for information on adjusting the recording level EQUIPMENT REQUIRED Large Phillips screwdriver Small Phillips screwdriver 1 Remove the bottom case 12 screws 2 Remove Cover A see diagram 7 screws 3 Locate the CN5 connector in the transceiver Remove the paper backing from one side of the supplied cushion then install the cushion Remove the paper backing from the other side of the installed cushion then plug the DRU 3 connector CN901 into CN5 4 Re install Cover A 7 screws 5 Replace the bottom case and re install its screws 12 screws VS 2 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT CAUTION Switch OFF the power and unplug the DC power cable before beginning installation EQUIPMENT REQUIRED Large Phillips screwdriver Small Phillips screwdriver 1 Confirm that the small switch on the VS 2 unit is in the ENGLISH position 2 Remove the bottom case 12 screws 3 Remove Cover A 7 screws 4 Locate the CN6 cable in the transceiver and plug this cable into the VS 2 unit CN5 CN5 q CN901 DRU 3 w Cover A VS 2 CN6 Threaded post Threaded post 76 4 Unplug CN407 wired to the AT connector on the Rear Panel from the circuit board Lift up Cover B and remove the small SO 2 board from the compartment below 5 Insert the SO 2 unit into the SO 2 board Solder the five pins on the unit to the board 6 Slid
198. ransmitting include the following Press SEND Press and hold down Microphone PTT Connect a key or keyer paddle select the CW mode press VOX to switch ON the Break in function and close the key or keyer paddle lt lt lt 9L gt gt gt Refer to sections in COMMUNICATING beginning on page 29 for detailed explanations for transmitting Note You cannot transmit while the internal antenna tuner is presetting page 49 SELECTING TRANSMIT POWER It s wise and required by law to select the lowest transmit power that allows reliable communication Reducing power lowers the risk of interfering with others on the band On the TS 870S it is possible to change output power while transmitting To change your output power turn the PWR control counterclockwise to reduce power and clockwise to increase power The PWR scale on the Front Panel meter provides an indication of your output power in watts while you are transmitting TRANSMIT CARRIER LEVEL The CAR control must be used for adjusting the carrier level for CW AM and FSK modes The control also adjusts the Speech Processor output level when this function is used in the SSB mode In general set the CAR control so that the ALC meter reads within the limits of the ALC zone If the carrier level is set via the computer interface the position of the CAR control on the Front Panel is ignored After turning the CAR control the control becomes
199. re using the REMOTE ACC 2 and COM connectors remove the protective covers GND EXT RX ANT IF OUT 1 REMOTE EXT SP 8 ACC 2 ANT 2 ANT 1 KEY PADDLE RT TY COM DC 13 8V 20 5A AT q w e r t y u o i 0 1 2 16 o AGC Lights while the Automatic Gain Control function is ON page 44 0 AUTO Lights while Automatic is selected for the Automatic Gain Control function page 44 1 PROC Lights while the Speech Processor is ON pages 23 46 2 MONI Lights while the Transmit Monitor function is ON page 46 3 lights while the internal antenna tuner is configured for use while transmitting only light while the tuner is configured for use while transmitting and receiving If neither are lit the antenna tuner is switched OFF page 49 If using Full Break in CW the internal tuner can be either bypassed completely or can be in line for both transmitting and receiving 4 n 2 or 8 lights while the attenuator is switched ON The numbers indicate the amount in dB of receive attenuation that is selected If no numbers are lit the attenuator is switched OFF page 53 3 GETTING ACQUAINTED q METER While receiving serves as an S meter to measure and display the received signal strength Also while receiving a 30 segment display represents the width and relative shift of the currently selected receive pass band While transmitting serves as a calibrated power meter
200. readings SM S METER 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 22 S METER VALUE 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 S M P1 S M 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 95 APPENDICES 1 Sets XIT OFF ON XT XIT 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 1 XIT OFF ON 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 X T P1 X T P1 X T 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Sets or reads squelch level SQ SQUELCH LEVEL 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 46 SQUELCH LEVEL 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 S Q P1 S Q 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 P1 S Q 1 Resets the transceiver SR SYSTEM RESET 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 50 SYSTEM RESET 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 S R P1 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Sets or reads VOX delay time VD VOX DELAY TIME 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 51 VOX DELAY TIME 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input F
201. rence is the shift from the 20 MHz reference frequency 4 Close your CW key and you will hear a transmit sidetone of approximately 800 Hz This sidetone produces a double beat tone when it combines with the received signal Adjust the AF gain control and the MONI control so you can hear the double beat clearly For 800 Hz fsidetone 800 Hz x 20 x 106 freference 20 x 106 where freference is the shift from the 20 MHz reference frequency 5 Adjust the TC 800 trimmer to minimize the frequency difference between the received 800 Hz tone and the 800 Hz sidetone Remove the top case TC 800 Remove the bottom case VR3 Fuse for AT 300 Remove the top case 71 12 MAINTENANCE 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 problem symptoms are not caused by circuit failure Please review this table and the appropriate section s of this instruction manual before assuming your transceiver is defective Note Due to frequency relationships of some circuits in this transceiver beat tones may be heard on the following frequencies 10 000 MHz 20 000 MHz 30 000 MHz This is not a fault Placing a powered handy transceiver near this transceiver may cause noise in the TS 870S 19 3
202. ress SEND The ON AIR indicator lights Refer to VOX page 45 for information on automatic TX RX switching 5 Speak into the microphone and adjust the MIC gain control so that the meter reads in the ALC zone but doesn t exceed the upper ALC zone limit Speak in a normal tone and level of voice Speaking too close to the microphone or too loudly may increase distortion and reduce intelligibility The ALC level is more restricted than previous KENWOOD transceivers due to the added benefit of the DSP controlled Microphone AGC function page 47 With the Speech Processor switched OFF the CAR control has no function in this mode 6 If you want to use speech processing press PROC to switch on the Speech Processor and adjust as described on page 46 7 Release the Microphone PTT switch or press SEND again to return to the receive mode The ON AIR indicator goes out IARU Region 1 Europe Africa Frequency kHz U S A Canada Frequency kHz 3730 3740 7035 7045 14225 14235 21335 21345 28675 28685 3845 7171 14230 21340 28680 30 CW AGC AUTO S 9 7 5 3 1 10 25 50 FILTER ALC 0 20 40 100 60 W dB CW AGC AUTO The following selections are available 400 1000 Hz inclusive in 50 Hz steps Note Changing the RX pitch frequency does not shift the center frequency of the rece
203. ress to switch the Advanced Intercept Point function ON or OFF When activated the AIP function reduces interference caused by the presence of very strong signals The function lowers the receive sensitivity by about 10 dB and the default is ON when frequencies below 7490 kHz are selected page 53 u AT TUNE button After enabling the internal antenna tuner via the THRU AUTO button press to activate the tuner The tuner will attempt to match the transceiver with the antenna system page 49 i SEND button Press to switch the transceiver between receive and transmit page 23 o PHONES jack Connect headphones to this jack Inserting a plug into this jack automatically mutes the audio from the speaker page 4 0 THRU AUTO button Press to enable the internal antenna tuner This button does not start the tuning action see u The tuner can be configured so that it is only in line while transmitting or it can be in line while both transmitting and receiving page 49 1 METER button Press to switch between the available functions on the Front Panel meter page 22 2 PROC button In SSB or AM mode press to switch the Speech Processor ON or OFF pages 23 46 3 MONI button Press to switch the Transmit Monitor function ON or OFF so you can monitor your transmitted signal page 46 5 0 4 9 3 8 2 7 1 6 RX TX OFF CAR DELAY AGC KEY SPEED METER PROC MONI 0 2 4 6 8
204. 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 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 70 DRU 3 DIGITAL RECORDING UNIT OPTIONAL RECORD LEVEL ADJUSTMENT AT 300 EXTERNAL TUNER OPTIONAL FUSE LOCATION 12 MAINTENANCE INTERNAL ADJUSTMENTS REFERENCE FREQUENCY CALIBRATION Note The transceiver is adjusted at the factory prior to shipping Unless necessary DO NOT perform this adjustment 1 Remove the top case 10 screws from the transceiver 2 Set the following on the transceiver Mode CW MONI control Center AF gain control Center Menu No 24 CW PITCH 800 Hz HI SHIFT control 800 Hz LO WIDTH control 1000 Hz RIT function OFF Break in Function VOX OFF 3 Tune in a standard frequency station such as WWV or WWVH at for example 10 000 or 15 000 MHz Adjust the transceiver Tuning control so the Display reads the exact frequency of the station You should hear a beat tone of approximately 800 Hz For 800 Hz faf fdisplay 20 000 x freference 800 Hz where frefe
205. ristics of other keyers Sets code weight to dd percent where dd are two digits in the range 25 75 Weight is the duty cycle of a continuous string of dots which is 50 for perfect code A higher weight produces a heavier sound and a lower weight causes characters to sound lighter Once set weight remains constant and independent of speed Continuously keys the output for purposes of transmitter and amplifier adjustment Tuning is stopped by simply tapping either the dot or dash paddle Controls the way that zeros and nines are sent in the serial number See Serial Number Options 37 Note You can play back a message to listen to the Embedded function by simply pressing CH 1 or CH 2 or CH 3 or CH 4 for the channel that contains the Embedded function Serial Number Options The Zd command selects 1 of 10 options for sending zeros and nines in a contest serial number Zeros may be replaced by O or T nines replaced by N and leading zeros suppressed Note For numbers less than 1000 the first zero is always suppressed This completes the CW TRANSMISSION section Refer to OPERATING AIDS beginning on page 44 for information about additional useful functions for operating 6 COMMUNICATING Description Command Name Com mand Sdd SUd SDd Udd 1 2 3 or 4 Speed Speed Up Slow Down Ultra speed Message 1 2 3 or 4 The operat
206. rols from the transceiver 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 GENERAL INFORMATION Your transceiver has been factory aligned and tested to specification before shipment Under normal circumstances the transceiver will operate in accordance with these operating instructions 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 When operated properly the transceiver will provide years of service and enjoyment without requiring further realignment The information in this section gives some general service procedures requiring little or no test equipment SERVICE If it is ever necessary to return 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 for further explanation while investigating your problem Don t return accessory items unless you feel they are directly related to the service problem You may
207. rophone having an impedance between 250 and 600 Insert the connector from your microphone fully then screw the retaining ring clockwise until snug Compatible microphones include the MC 43S MC 60A MC 80 MC 85 and MC 90 Do not use the MC 44 MC 44DM MC 45 MC 45E MC 45DM or MC 45DME microphone REAR PANEL External Speaker EXT SP Ensure any external speaker used has an impedance of 8 Use a 3 5 mm 1 8 diameter 2 conductor mono plug When an external speaker is used no sound is heard from the internal speaker WARNING Do not connect headphones to this jack The high audio output at this jack could damage your hearing Keys and Keyboards for CW Operation PADDLE and KEY For CW operation using the internal electronic keyer connect a keyer paddle to the PADDLE jack For CW operation without using the internal electronic keyer connect a straight key semi automatic key bug electronic keyer or the CW keyed output from a Multimode Communications Processor MCP to the KEY jack The jacks mate with a 6 0 mm 1 4 3 conductor plug and a 3 5 mm 1 8 2 conductor plug respectively External electronic keyers or MCPs must use positive keying to be compatible with this transceiver Use a shielded cable between the key and the transceiver Note Due to the full featured functionality of the internal electronic keyer you may decide it s unnecessary to connect both a paddle and another type of key
208. s switch automatically when you switch from receive to transmit and vice versa This allows you to move either VFO frequency independently without affecting the other When a rare or desirable station is heard he or she may immediately get many responses all at the same time It quickly becomes difficult to separate and identify both the original calling station usually a DX station and the many responding stations This DX pileup is exciting but it is also very inefficient and frustrating Often the DX station is lost under the noise and confusion of many calling stations If things grow out of hand it is the DX station s responsibility to take control by announcing that he will be listening up 5 kHz from his present transmit frequency or listening down between 5 and 10 kHz This usually means the DX station will not change his transmit frequency but will begin split operation in order to tune among the calling stations pick out a call sign or two and begin working those stations Since for the moment the DX station is holding his transmit frequency you should not change your receive frequency If you find that you are suddenly being called as that rare or desirable station your ability to control the situation and complete contacts is much improved by going to split The following procedure explains how to operate split frequency on the TS 870S 1 Press RX A or RX B or RX M CH
209. s the radio frequency gain Turn the control clockwise to increase the gain counterclockwise to decrease the gain page 19 4 RIT XIT control After switching ON the RIT or XIT function turn to select the desired frequency offset with respect to the current frequency pages 44 45 5 NB control When using the Noise Blanker function turn to adjust the noise blanking level page 53 To prevent distorting your receive signal use the minimum blanking level necessary 6 SQL control The Squelch control can be used for muting the receiver during no signal periods The more clockwise that the control is turned the higher the noise threshold level Therefore the stronger the received signal must be to open the squelch Leave fully counterclockwise for weak signal reception page 19 PTT DWN UP q w 5 0 4 9 3 8 2 7 1 6 RX TX OFF CAR DELAY AGC KEY SPEED METER PROC MONI 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 AUTO NOTCH BEAT CANCEL N R TX EQ LO WIDTH FILTER HI SHIFT MIC ATT ANT DOWN UP VOX FULL SEMI AT TUNE SEND THRU AUTO AIP PHONES PROC MONI MIC PWR AF RF NB SQL M IN REC F LOCK CH 4 CLR CH 3 SCAN CH 2 M gt VFO CH 1 M IN ENTER TF SET MODE LSB USB FSK R CW R FM AM FINE 1MHz DOWN UP A B MENU RIT RIT XIT M CH VFO CH XIT CLEAR NB A B M CH
210. sceiver power OFF press and hold KEY then switch ON the transceiver power by pressing POWER Press KEY Press KEY1 KEY2 Press KEY1 KEY2 Press KEY i PRECAUTIONS Please read all safety and operating instructions before using this transceiver For best results be aware of all warnings on the transceiver and follow the provided operating instructions Retain these safety and operating instructions for future reference 1 Power Sources Connect this transceiver only to the power source described in the operating instructions or as marked on the transceiver itself 2 Power Cable Protection Route all power cables safely Ensure the power cables can neither be walked upon nor pinched by items placed near or against the cables Pay particular attention to locations near AC receptacles AC extension bars and points of entry to the transceiver 3 Electrical Shocks Take care not to drop objects or spill liquids into the transceiver through enclosure openings Metal objects such as hairpins or needles inserted into the transceiver may contact voltages resulting in serious electrical shocks Never permit children to insert any objects into this transceiver 4 Grounding and Polarization Do not attempt to defeat methods used for grounding and electrical polarization in the transceiver particularly involving the input power cable 5 Outdoor Antenna Grounding Adequately ground all o
211. smit Inhibit function is ON 3 You have selected CW or FSK instead of a voice mode 4 The filter for Digital operation is selected 5 The wrong antenna connector ANT 1 2 is selected 1 The antenna is not connected correctly 2 The antenna is not matched correctly with the transceiver 3 The input voltage is outside 13 8 V DC 15 11 7 to 15 8 V DC 4 An inappropriate DC power cable is being used 12 MAINTENANCE No signals are received or receive sensitivity seems poor No signals are received or receive sensitivity seems poor S meter is reading full scale Received signals are totally unintelligible Memory Scan won t start scanning Memory Scan will not scan one of the stored channels the desired channel is NOT locked out Program Scan won t start scanning Memory Scan never stops scanning even when a station is found Program Scan never stops scanning even when a station is found You cannot transmit even though you press PTT or transmissions result in no contacts Attempting to transmit results in the HELLO message appearing and the Receive mode being restored 73 12 MAINTENANCE 29 30 38 40 41 49 45 5 5 45 38 38 6 7 44 45 25 41 83 50 85 89 1 Increase the MIC gain control and or CAR control clockwise depending on the mode being used Review the appropriate section of the COMMUNICATING chapter for the
212. t low noise pass band offered by DSP operating in the IF stages Who doesn t want to effortlessly eliminate interfering tones caused by others tuning up near their operating frequency Why wouldn t anybody want to narrow their CW bandwidth to a razor thin slice of spectrum if they can still listen to a pleasing CW note without analog filter ringing These are only a few examples where DSP shines To begin with the default Menu values chosen for the DSP functions on the TS 870S Menu have been carefully considered by the design engineers They are good starting points If you have already changed many Menu items as you ve experimented with your new transceiver do a Temporary Menu Reset page 24 or a Full Reset page 63 so that you know you are starting with the default Menu values Switch over to an Amateur band with lots of activity Tune in an SSB station with reasonable signal strength Press N R to activate Noise Reduction You will hear a drop in the background noise that makes listening to the signal much more pleasant If your station is located in an electrically noisy city this function alone may make you a DSP believer Assuming the default Menu values are selected due to the reset above you are now using the Line Enhance function Menu No 13 is ON This function is tracking Menu No 18 is ON the signal as the unwanted noise is removed Try changing Menu No 14 to reduce and increase the response tim
213. t screws 4 screws then lift out the entire speaker assembly 3 Remove the remaining screws 6 screws from Cover B Speaker bracket screws Speaker assembly CN404 Cover B SO 2 board Cover B SO 2 SO 2 unit SO 2 board SO 2 77 SPECIFICATIONS TRANSMITTER GENERAL Mode Number of memory channels Antenna impedance Supply voltage Grounding method Current Usable temperature range Frequency stability 10 C 50 C Frequency accuracy at room temperature Dimensions W x H x D Projections included Weight Frequency range Output power Modulation Spurious emissions Carrier suppression J3E LSB USB A1A CW A3E AM F3E FM F1D FSK 100 50 with Antenna Tuner 20 150 DC 13 8 V 15 Negative ground 20 5 A 2 A 10 C 50 C 14 F 122 F Within 10 PPM Within 10 PPM 330 x 120 x 334 mm 13 0 x 4 72 x 13 1 in 339 x 135 x 375 mm 13 3 x 5 31 x 14 8 in Approx 11 5 kg 25 lbs 1 8 2 0 MHz 3 5 4 0 MHz 7 0 7 3 MHz 10 1 10 15 MHz 14 0 14 35 MHz 18 068 18 168 MHz 21 0 21 45 MHz 24 89 24 99 MHz 28 0 29 7 MHz 100 W 20 W or less 25 W 20 W or less Balanced Reactance Low level 60 dB or less 50 dB or more 160 m band 80 m band 40 m band 30 m band 20 m band 17 m band 15 m band 12 m band 10 m band Max Min Max Min SSB C
214. te While transmitting the transmit power meter is always visible The COMP meter functions only when the Speech Processor is ON in SSB or AM mode 4 OPERATING BASICS S RX FILTER PWR ALC SWR COMP Received signal strength Width and shift of the receive pass band Transmit output power Automatic level control status Antenna system standing wave ratio Speech compression when using the Speech Processor Receive Receive or Transmit plus METER ON Transmit Transmit plus METER ON Transmit plus METER ON Transmit plus SSB AM plus PROC ON plus METER ON Displays Scale Functional Condition COMP SWR ALC d c OFF b Receive pass band SWR ALC d c b COMP Note After recalling memory channel 99 that has Start and End frequencies stored page 58 the receive frequency can be changed like a VFO by using the Tuning control DIRECT FREQUENCY ENTRY Entering a frequency directly from the numeric keypad can be the fastest method to change to a specific frequency that is far removed from your current frequency The following points will help you enter a frequency correctly Only the digits 0 1 2 or 3 can be entered for the 10 MHz digit first digit Pressing any digit 4 9 will cause the digit to be entered in the 1 MHz position Therefore to select a frequency of 3 MHz or lower enter 0 for the 10 MHz digit When the 10 Hz di
215. tem to download a recent shareware program you ve heard about and then move again to AMTOR or PacTOR to deposit mail in a regional mailbox for forwarding After that you may switch to G TORTM or Clover for a lightning fast file transfer with a friend Consult ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS pages 5 7 before proceeding if you need installation information It is assumed here that you have all hardware and software if necessary already correctly installed RTTY FREQUENCY SHIFT KEYING Important Menu items to be aware of before beginning to operate RTTY include the following Menu No 62 FSK SHFT Selects 170 200 425 or 850 Hz shift The 170 Hz shift default is used on the Amateur bands Menu No 63 MARK POL Allows reversal of the key down polarity between mark and space The default is space OFF Menu No 64 FSK TONE Switches between a high tone 2125 Hz and a low tone 1275 Hz The default is 2125 Hz The high tone is commonly used nowadays 1 Select the operating frequency 2 Press FSK R to select FSK mode 3 Select the ALC meter function by pressing METER 41 4 Following the instructions provided with your MCP or RTTY equipment enter the key sequence at your RTTY keyboard to select the transmit mode The ON AIR indicator lights You may instead press SEND to manually select transmit 5 Adjust the CAR control so that the meter reads in the ALC zone but do
216. that a button has been pressed To report an error condition The volume of the beep output can be selected via Menu No 38 BP LV If you prefer not to hear any beeps the function can be silenced via Menu No 35 BEEP The following paragraphs explain more about each type of signal 11 OPERATOR CONVENIENCES OFF 00 68 69 70 71 72 73 Menu Function No Function Page Ref No function assigned See MENU CONFIGURATION ENTER TF SET 1MHz FINE VOICE _ 25 22 43 20 21 68 ANT ATT DOWN ATT UP AIP AT TUNE AUTO NOTCH BEAT CANCEL CLEAR FULL SEMI METER N R POWER RIT SEND TF SET THRU AUTO TX EQ VOICE if assigned to a PF key VOX XIT AF AGC CAR DELAY KEY SPEED MIC MONI NB PROC PWR RF RIT XIT SQL Buttons NOT Locked Controls NOT Locked 65 BUTTON CONFIRMATION This handy function audibly alerts you each time a button is pressed In most cases a single beep is emitted However when selecting an operating mode you have the choice of choosing via Menu No 36 BP MODE either a single beep or a Morse code abbreviation for the mode selected If Morse code is chosen then the abbreviation shown in the table for that mode is sent ALARM NOTIFICATION An alarm will automatically alert you any time that your action requires the TS 87
217. the correct selectivity is the key to enjoying your listening Writing for many different program schedules is probably not necessary There are numerous sources of scheduling information Check your local packetclusters packet networks telephone BBS nodes and interactive computer networks Local newsstands may carry copies of SWL magazines and comprehensive books such as the World Radio TV Handbook or Passport to World Band Radio Or simply listen on the broadcast bands and you may find SWL programs that announce current frequencies and languages being used by different broadcasters To handle the extremely crowded broadcast bands you have many tools available on the TS 870S For example Store frequencies into consecutive memory channels for a broadcaster that is using parallel frequencies for a single transmission so you can quickly compare conditions on different bands Try the LSB or USB mode and zero beat instead of using the AM mode This will increase the intelligibility of some stations on crowded bands Try different positions of the LO WIDTH and HI SHIFT controls to maximize sound quality but minimize interference Dedicate either Menu A or Menu B as an SWL profile so you can quickly switch between Amateur and SWL settings Switch ON the AIP function to reduce interference Set Menu No 43 CH STEP for 5 kHz steps so the M CH VFO CH control will step conveniently between
218. the microphone FM microphone gain can be switched between low L or high H via Menu No 61 FM MIC The default is low L Low is usually appropriate however select high if the monitored audio or reports from other stations indicate that your audio is weak The Front Panel MIC gain control has no affect in the FM mode Speak in a normal tone and level of voice Speaking too close to the microphone or too loudly may increase distortion and reduce intelligibility The CAR control does not need to be adjusted since the carrier level is fixed at the best setting for the FM mode 6 Release the Microphone PTT switch or press SEND again to return to the receive mode The ON AIR indicator goes out Note When using the optional MC 90 in FM mode the microphone sensitivity is low and this may cause insufficient modulation Use Menu No 61 to select high microphone gain When the target station is using FM wide band deviation you also must select wide band deviation Menu No 60 If you transmit using the narrow band against this rule the target station will receive your audio less clearly 6 COMMUNICATING FM REPEATER OPERATION Compared to the usual simplex method of FM communications on HF which is radio to radio with antennas at or slightly above average terrain you can often transmit much farther through repeaters Repeaters are typically located on a mountain top or o
219. ther elevated location Most often they operate at a higher ERP Effective Radiated Power than the average mobile or fixed amateur station This combination of elevation and high ERP allows communications over wider and longer distances than can be achieved by the average station HF repeaters operate only in the 29 MHz FM sub band This special service combines the advantages of FM operation good fidelity with noise and interference immunity with the excitement of HF DX long distance communications Even on a quiet day 10 meter FM provides reliable around town communications with the potential for sudden DX from across the country or around the world Note Switch ON Menu No 12 FM S MET if you prefer This function applies a correction for the S meter when operating on FM This correction will adjust S meter readings to be equal with other KENWOOD HF transceivers 1 Press RX B or RX A The VFO selected in this step will be used for the transmit frequency 2 Select the transmit frequency 3 Press FM AM to select FM mode 4 Press A B 5 Press RX A or RX B This must be the VFO that was not selected in Step 1 29 520 MHz 88 5 Hz 29 520 MHz 88 5 Hz 29 620 MHz 29 620 MHz 39 FM AGC AUTO SPLIT RIT TONE XIT FM AGC AUTO European Operation In Europe a 1750 Hz tone is generally used to access repeaters Select the Subtone frequency you require via Menu No 57
220. tical functions however each menu can be configured independently For example you may enjoy two different kinds of operating activities but you like to configure the transceiver differently for each activity Menu A could be configured with one set of transmit signal characteristics DSP settings programmable buttons frequency steps etc Menu B could be configured completely differently By switching from Menu A to Menu B you could instantly change Menu configuration and button assignment to suit your current operating style Or two operators may share a single transceiver By dedicating one Menu per operator each would always enjoy the best configuration With a little thought you can determine the best setups for each Menu for your personal situation Once you ve decided your strategy select via Menu No 00 MENU A B the Menu that you want to set up first Then use the information in this chapter and on the referenced pages to configure your ultimate operating environments QUICK MENU FUNCTION The Quick Menu function complements the Menu A B selection capability by allowing you to create your own customized but abbreviated Menu Copying Menu items to the Quick Menu has no effect on the Menu You should add only those Menu items to the Quick Menu that you use frequently Programming the Quick Menu 1 Press MENU 2 Turn the M CH VFO CH control to select the desired Menu No 3 To add the selected Menu ite
221. ting does not activate while transmitting For split band operation even if Menu No 08 RX AT is ON the antenna tuner is bypassed while receiving Also at all times presetting is only done for transmit frequencies PRESET BANDS FOR INTERNAL TUNER Note The lower limit is inside the band in each case the higher limit is inside the next higher band For example 14 1 MHz is in Band 12 whereas 14 49 MHz is in Band 13 exception 30 MHz is in Band 18 7 OPERATING AIDS INTERNAL TUNER Note Setting Menu No 33 TUN WIDE to OFF to select an SWR 1 2 1 reduces internal tuner losses This setting is best 1 Press THRU AUTO AT TX lights If Menu No 08 RX AT is ON then AT TX RX lights indicating that the tuner is in line while transmitting and receiving In this case prior to tuning in Step 2 received signals are attenuated and the receiver sensitivity is lowered If the tuner has not adjusted itself yet for the selected frequency then AT TUNE lights and Preset tuning begins Signals pass through the antenna tuner during this time If Menu No 08 RX AT is OFF the antenna tuner is bypassed The AT TUNE light goes out when presetting is completed You cannot transmit while presetting is in progress If Preset data exists the next step cannot be done until the transceiver completes the Preset tuning 2 Press AT TUNE To cancel tuning for any reason press
222. ting in front of your microphone Helping a friend adjust his antenna or receiver when he needs repeated test transmissions from you Once you begin using the unit you ll likely discover other applications RECORDING MESSAGES To record a message you must select the same mode for transmit and receive The selected mode must be SSB FM or AM Note Pressing the POWER switch while recording or playing back messages may cause previously recorded messages or recordings in progress to be erased Refer to INTERNAL ADJUSTMENTS page 70 for information on adjusting the recording level 1 Switch OFF the VOX function by pressing VOX 2 Press REC to activate the Record Standby mode AP appears Press CLR to exit from the Record Standby mode and to abort recording your message This does not erase any previously recorded messages 3 Press and hold down CH 1 or CH 2 or CH 3 or CH 4 and begin speaking into your microphone There are four memories for recording messages Press the button that corresponds to the message memory that you want to use 4 Release the button pressed in Step 3 when you have finished recording your message Recording continues until you release the key or the maximum recording time passes about 15 seconds whichever occurs first Note To erase a message use the above recording procedure without speaking into the micr
223. tings in the TS 870S The transceiver is configured via Menu No 56 COM RATE After changing Menu No 56 the TS 870S must be switched OFF and then ON again for the new parameters to become effective The defaults in the TS 870S are 9600 bps and 1 stop bit Note Before connecting the TS 870S to a computer switch OFF the power to the TS 870S and the computer To reliably use the 38400 or 57600 bps transfer rates the serial port of your computer must support these high speed communications parameters More information on controlling the TS 870S by a computer is included in Appendix D COM CONNECTOR PROTOCOL page 83 7 OPERATING AIDS AT 300 EXTERNAL TUNER OPTIONAL Note The AT 300 must be connected while the transceiver power is switched OFF There is a 4 A fuse inside the TS 870S for the AT 300 Antenna Tuner 1 Press ANT to select Antenna 1 2 Press THRU AUTO This places the tuner in the bypass state until tuning begins in the next step If tuning fails the tuner returns to the bypass state AT TUNE is disabled if THRU AUTO is not pressed 3 Press AT TUNE When tuning completes successfully the AT TUNE light goes out and AT TX RX lights If tuning doesn t finish within about 20 sec an alarm sounds You may stop the alarm and the tuning by pressing AT TUNE The alarm can be either a triple beep or the Morse code CHE
224. to become totally acquainted with the TS 870S The chapters following GETTING ACQUAINTED explain all functions of the transceiver beginning with the most basic commonly used functions After tuning in a few stations as explained in the previous section RECEIVING try making a contact q Assuming you are already on the correct band with the correct mode selected Steps 1 7 above use the Tuning control to tune in a station or to select an unused frequency w Set the following as specified PROC button OFF MONI button OFF PWR control Fully clockwise KEY SPEED control Comfortable keyer for CW only speed e Press the METER button to select the SWR meter r Press the THRU AUTO button lights t Press the AT TUNE button to allow the built in antenna tuner to function ON AIR and AT TUNE light ON AIR SWR 10 25 50 FILTER 3 2 1 5 1 0 100 W S 9 7 5 3 1 20 40 60 dB ON AIR AT TUNE 5 0 4 9 3 8 2 7 1 6 RX TX OFF CAR DELAY AGC KEY SPEED METER PROC MONI 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 0 2 4 6 8 1 0 AUTO NOTCH BEAT CANCEL N R TX EQ LO WIDTH FILTER HI SHIFT MIC ATT ANT DOWN UP VOX FULL SEMI AT TUNE SEND THRU AUTO AIP PHONES PROC MONI MIC PWR AF RF NB SQL M IN REC F LOCK CH 4 CLR
225. ton causes the function to repeat EQUALIZING VFO FREQUENCIES A B Press A B to transfer the frequency and modulation mode of the active VFO to the inactive VFO 1 Assume that you are presently using VFO A 2 Press RX B VFO B is selected and the frequency currently selected by VFO B is displayed 3 Press A B 4 Press RX A This selects VFO A again Note that the VFO B frequency and the modulation mode have been copied to VFO A due to Step 3 SELECTING MODE To change the operating mode simply press the MODE button for the mode that you want to use The second function on each MODE button is accessed by pressing the same button again Example To switch to LSB press LSB USB one time To then switch to USB press LSB USB again lt lt lt 12 9L gt gt gt The CW mode defaults to the upper sideband The R label on CW R indicates that CW may be sent and received using the lower reverse sideband if you want The R label on FSK R indicates that the mark and space signals for RTTY may be reversed by selecting this mode In SSB mode the transceiver automatically selects LSB for frequencies lower than 9 5 MHz and selects USB for 9 5 MHz or higher frequencies if the Tuning control or Mic UP DWN is used to cross the frequency of 9 5 MHz This is also true if using the Front Panel UP or DOWN button RX TX AUTO NOTCH BEAT CANCEL N R TX EQ
226. transmitting 9 To switch OFF the processor press PROC again PROC goes out Note Input audio that is controlled by the AGC will be clipped Therefore when mixing audio with the operator s voice lower the MIC gain control as necessary CHANGING FREQUENCY WHILE TRANSMITTING Moving your frequency while transmitting is usually an unwise practice due to the risk of interference to other stations While transmitting if you select a frequency outside the transmit frequency range the transceiver is automatically forced to receive mode If transmit was selected using the SEND key transmission will not be resumed until you select a frequency inside the transmit frequency range and you transmit again TRANSMIT MONITOR The Transmit Monitor function allows you to hear your own transmitted signal Press MONI to toggle the Monitor function ON or OFF To change the volume of the monitored audio adjust the MONI control 7 OPERATING AIDS SPEECH PROCESSOR SSB AM The speech processor functions by leveling the large fluctuations in your voice when you speak This leveling action effectively raises the average transmit output power resulting in a more understandable signal when operating using SSB or AM You will notice that using the speech processor makes it easier to be heard by distant stations 1 Select SSB or AM mode 2 Select the preferred processor characteristics via Menu No 25 PROC LOW a
227. tructions that you provide 7 Shows the operating frequency to a resolution of 10 Hz page 20 Also shows the Menu selections while in Menu mode page 24 8 LSB Lights while in the Lower Sideband operating mode page 20 9 USB Lights while in the Upper Sideband operating mode page 20 0 CW Lights while in the CW operating mode page 20 1 R Lights while the Reverse function is used with FSK or CW The Reverse function reverses the mark and space frequency relationship for FSK page 20 and uses the opposite sideband for CW page 20 SWR PWR S 9 7 5 3 1 10 25 50 FILTER ALC 3 10 2 1 5 1 0 20 40 100 60 W dB dB 20 COMP M CH USB CW R FSK FM AM M SCR PRG SCAN F LOCK FINE MHz LSB AUTO FULL VOX SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI MENU A B SPLIT RIT TONE XIT NB WIDTH CTRL SHIFT HF TRANSCEIVER TS 870 ON AIR AT TUNE 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 18 8 PRG Lights while Program Scan is activated page 60 or memory channel 99 is selected page 58 9 SCAN Lights while a Scan function is activated page 60 0 F LOCK Lights while the Lock function is ON page 64 1 FINE Lights while the Fine function is ON page 21 2 MHz Lights while the 1MHz Step page 20 or Quick Menu page 24 function is ON Also lights while the Search function for programmed or vacant
228. u No 18 TRACK determines whether the adaptive filters are allowed to change in this manner or not It is also possible to specify how long the received signals will be monitored before determining filter characteristics This monitor period is inversely proportional to the response time The longer the monitor time the slower the response time and vice versa Use Menu No 14 LINE ENH to select a different Line Enhance response time Menu No 16 SP BEAT for the Beat Cancel response time and Menu No 17 SP NOTCH for the Auto Notch response time The adaptive filters may not function correctly with signals that have a poor signal to noise S N ratio Under poor conditions you may find that optimum results are obtained by switching OFF the adaptive filters via Menu No 18 TRACK Note Only Auto Notch or Beat Cancel or Noise Reduction can be used at one time They cannot be activated at the same time Also Menu No 18 changes to its default setting when the TS 870S power is switched OFF and then ON again 50 100 200 400 600 1000 250 500 1000 1500 5 6 8 10 12 14 FM Bandwidth kHz CW Bandwidth Hz FSK Bandwidth Hz Default values 8 REJECTING INTERFERENCE Interfering tone Notch band Receive pass band Interfering tones Receive pass band Receive pass band 53 LSB AGC AUTO CW AIP AGC AUTO USB AGC AUTO NB WIDTH NOISE REDUCTION
229. uency Sets or reads keying speed while using the KY command Converts input characters into Morse code Sets or reads Lock OFF ON DRS recording Sets or reads memory channels Sets or reads modes Sets or reads MIC gain Sets or reads transmit monitor level Sets or reads Transmit Monitor OFF ON Reads memory Writes into memory Sets or reads AIP OFF ON Sets or reads Noise Blanker OFF ON Sets or reads Noise Blanker level Sets or reads Noise Reduction OFF ON Sets or reads Notch Filter DRS playback Sets or reads transmit power Sets or reads Speech Processor level Sets or reads Speech Processor OFF ON Sets or reads power OFF ON Sets or reads RF ATT attenuator Clears RIT frequency Lowers RIT frequency Sets or reads RF gain 87 APPENDICES MENU SELECTION TABLE FOR EX COMMAND PARAMETER 36 00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 MENU A B AUT MAN AGC SSB AGC CW AGC FSK AGC AM AF AGC AF AGC LV RX AT P HOLD FREQ AIP GAIN FM S MET LINE ENH LINE ENH SPAC ms SP BEAT SP NOTCH TRACK PKT FIL PKT IN mV PKT OUT MIC AGC CW RISE ms PITCH Hz PROC LOW PROC HI TX INH VO
230. unction Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 L M P1 L M P1 L M 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Sets Transmit Monitor OFF ON or reads status MN TRANSMIT MONITOR 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 1 TRANSMIT MONITOR OFF ON 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 M N P1 M N P1 M N 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Sets or reads memory channels MC MEMORY CHANNEL 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 _ NOT USED 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 ut Function Set M C MEMORY CHANNEL 7 P2 P2 1 Reads memory MR MEMORY READ 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 9 7 4 2 10 1 14 SPLIT DATA NOT USED MEMORY CHANNEL FREQUENCY MODE MEMORY LOCKOUT TONE OFF ON TONE NUMBER NOT USED 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Input commands Function Output commands Set command Read command Answer command 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 1 2 3 M R 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 1 2 3 4 5 6 M R P1 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 P3 28 29 30
231. unction Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 V D P1 V D 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 P1 V D 1 Triggers the Voice Synthesizer for message output VR VOICE RECALL 2 Parameter Format Parameter function 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 V R 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Sets VOX OFF ON VX VOX FUNCTION 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 1 VOX OFF ON 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 V X P1 V X P1 V X 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 96 INDEX Accessories Connecting 4 Connector ACC 2 7 Optional Available 74 Optional Installing 75 Supplied 1 Adjustments Internal 70 Advanced Intercept Point 53 AGC 44 AIP 53 Alarms 65 AM Frequencies Popular 40 Transmitting 40 Amplifier Linear Connection REMOTE 5 Amplitude Modulation see AM AMTOR Connection ACC 2
232. unless you specifically want to use a keyboard for CW It s recommended that you become familiar with the internal keyer by reading ELECTRONIC KEYER page 32 before making your decision SWR PWR S 9 7 5 3 1 10 25 50 FILTER ALC 3 10 2 1 5 1 0 20 40 100 60 W dB dB 20 COMP M CH USB CW R FSK FM AM M SCR PRG SCAN F LOCK FINE MHz LSB AUTO FULL VOX SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI MENU A B SPLIT RIT TONE XIT NB WIDTH CTRL SHIFT TS 870S Headphones Microphone iGND STBY MICq uGND MIC yNC t8 V 10 mA max PTTw DOWNe UPr MIC connector Front view External speaker TS 870S Paddle Straight key Bug Electronic keyer MCP CW output Ground Ground Dash Dot 5 Computer Interface COM This connector allows you to directly connect a computer or dumb terminal by using an RS 232C cable terminated with a female 9 pin connector No external hardware interface is required between your computer and the transceiver if your computer has an unused RS 232C serial communications port See Appendix D on page 83 for information relating to this connector RTTY Equipment RTTY and ACC 2 To operate Frequency Shift Keyed RTTY connect your RTTY equipment as shown below Connect the RTTY key output from your RTTY equipment to RTTY and connect the demodulation input of your RTTY equipment to ACC 2 Pin
233. us an electrical conduit which has the whole house wiring attached and may act like an antenna or a plastic water pipe for a ground DC POWER SUPPLY CONNECTION In order to use this transceiver you will need a separate 13 8 V DC power supply that must be purchased separately DO NOT directly connect the transceiver to an AC outlet Use the supplied DC power cable to connect the transceiver to a regulated power supply Do not substitute a cable with smaller gauge wires The current capacity of your power supply must be 20 5 A or more CAUTION Before connecting the DC power supply to the transceiver be sure to switch the transceiver and the DC power supply OFF Do not plug the DC power supply into an AC outlet until you make all connections This transceiver has not been tested for use in mobile applications Fuse Location Fuse Current Rating Supplied Accessory Cable 25 A TS 870S 4 A for AT 300 Tuner DC power supply TS 870S Black Red Fuse holders DC 13 8 V 4 2 INSTALLATION ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS FRONT PANEL Headphones PHONES Use headphones having 4 to 32 impedance You can also use stereo headphones When headphones are used no sound is heard from the internal or optional external speaker Use a 6 0 mm 1 4 diameter 2 conductor mono or 3 conductor stereo plug Microphone MIC To communicate in the voice modes connect to the MIC connector a mic
234. ut Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 A G P1 A G 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 P1 A G 1 Selects antenna connector ANT 1 ANT 2 AN ANTENNA NUMBER 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 33 ANTENNA NUMBER 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 A N P1 A N P1 A N 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Antenna Tuner THRU IN LINE and tuning START CANCEL AC ANTENNA TUNER CONTROL Note P1 is used for Answer only Tuning cannot be started if P2 is in the THRU state If P2 0 selecting 1 for P3 does not start tuning P1 RX THRU IN P2 TX THRU IN 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 P2 P3 30 30 1 TUNE THRU IN Answer Only TUNE THRU IN TUNE OFF ON 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Input Function Output Set Read Answer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 A C P2 P3 A C P1 P2 P3 A C 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Antenna Tuner THRU IN LINE and tuning START CANCEL AC ANTENNA TUNER CONTROL Note P1 is used for Answer only Tuning cannot be started if P2 is in the THRU state If P2 0 selecting 1 for P3 does not start tuning P1 RX THRU IN P2 TX THRU IN 2 Parameter Format Parameter function P1 P2 P3
235. utdoor antennas used with this transceiver using approved methods Grounding helps protect against voltage surges caused by lightning It also reduces the chance of a build up of static charges 6 Power Lines Minimum recommended distance for an outdoor antenna from power lines is one and one half times the vertical height of the associated antenna support structure This distance allows adequate clearance from the power lines if the support structure should fail for any reason 7 Ventilation Locate the transceiver so as not to interfere with its ventilation Do not place books or other equipment on the transceiver that may impede the free movement of air Allow a minimum of 4 inches 10 cm between the rear of the transceiver and the wall or operating desk shelf 8 Water and Moisture Do not use the transceiver near water or sources of moisture For example avoid use near bathtubs sinks swimming pools and in damp basements and attics 9 Abnormal Odors The presence of an unusual odor or smoke is often a sign of trouble Immediately turn the power OFF and remove the power cable Contact a dealer or the nearest Service Center for advice 10 Heat Locate the transceiver away from heat sources such as radiators stoves amplifiers or other devices that produce substantial amounts of heat 11 Cleaning Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol paint thinner gasoline or benzene to clean the cabinet Use a clean cl
236. uter overrides any setting of the DELAY control The control then has no effect To restore functionality to the DELAY control turn the control The newly selected setting becomes effective TRANSMIT INHIBIT Transmit Inhibit prevents the transceiver from being placed in the transmit mode No signals can be transmitted if this function is ON When the transceiver is inhibited from transmitting the graduations on the PWR meter go out as a visual reminder TX Inhibit OFF Transmissions are possible TX Inhibit ON Transmissions are not possible Switch the function ON or OFF via Menu No 27 TX INH The default is OFF XIT TRANSMIT INCREMENTAL TUNING Similar to RIT XIT provides the ability to change your transmit frequency by 9 99 kHz in steps of 10 Hz without changing your receive frequency If the Fine Tuning FINE function is ON the step size is 1 Hz 1 Press XIT XIT and the XIT frequency display appear 2 Press CLEAR to reset if required the XIT offset to 0 3 Turn the RIT XIT control to change your transmit frequency 4 To cancel the XIT function press XIT Note The frequency shift set by the RIT XIT control is also used by the RIT function Therefore changing or clearing the XIT frequency also affects the RIT frequency 46 USB AGC AUTO MONI USB AGC AUTO PROC 8 Press METER to select the COMP function to allow you to monitor the compression while
237. ver powers up with default settings and VFO and memory channel data is erased have the lithium battery replaced Contact an authorized KENWOOD Service Facility or dealer CONVENTIONAL OR QUICK MEMORY Memory channels allow you to save various operating parameters receive frequency operating mode etc for recall at a later time You can store this data in Conventional or Quick memory Conventional memory is used for storing data that you may want to recall many times in the future during different operating sessions For example Conventional memory is useful to store the frequency where you regularly meet your club members However Quick memory is meant for quickly saving data without needing to specify a particular memory channel It s likely that you won t need this data during future operating sessions For example as you tune across the band looking for DX it is convenient to store stations that you want to contact into Quick memory You can quickly jump between several different Quick memory channels as you monitor them CONVENTIONAL MEMORY MEMORY CHANNEL DATA There are a total of 100 Conventional memory channels The channels are numbered 00 99 Channels 00 98 have identical characteristics whereas channel 99 is reserved for programming VFO tuning ranges and scan ranges Channels 00 98 can store the following Receive frequency and mode Transmit frequency and mode Subtone frequency
238. while transmitting Note Memory channels can be changed while using the TF SET function Quick Channel Search When looking for a particular programmed memory channel it is quicker to activate the search mode as explained below This mode can also be used to search only for vacant non programmed channels Programmed Channel Search While in Memory channel mode press 1MHz to toggle the search function ON or OFF MHz lights when the function is ON Now only those channels that contain programmed data can be selected Attempting to change channels when there are no programmed channels to select causes an alarm to sound The current channel cannot be changed in this case Vacant Channel Search While in Memory Scroll mode page 56 press 1MHz to toggle the function ON or OFF MHz lights when the function is ON Only those channels that do not contain data can be selected Attempting to change channels when there are no vacant channels to select causes an alarm to sound The current channel cannot be changed in this case 56 M CH USB M SCR AGC AUTO MEMORY TRANSFER Memory VFO Transfers This function transfers the contents of the current memory channel to the currently selected VFO A Tone frequency stored in a memory channel is not transferred to the VFO since the Tone is set via Menu No 57 SUB TONE when in VFO mode In Memory Recall mode press M

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