Kenwood TS-850S User Manual

HF TRANSCEIVERTS-850SINSTRUCTION MANUALKENWOOD CORPORATION©PRINTED IN JAPAN B62-0061-10(K, X)(T)92/12 1110 987654321 91/12 1110 9 8 7 6 5

4. OPERATION4-1. OPERATING CONTROLS 4-1-1. Front PanelNoteAll segments on the Display Panel and Indicators are shown on for this explanation.

@ MeterDuring receive the meter is used as an S-meter. During transmit the meter is used as a POWER meter, and is controlled by t

(i|) RIT/XIT frequency displayShows the amount of RIT/XIT offset to the nearest 10 Hz. Minus “ —” appears in the display when the RIT /

tuner will be engaged and the tuner will try to match the antenna.©PHONES jackOutput terminal for headphones.©MIC jackMicrophone connection.GND (MIC)&

r*“ SWR---------► ALC------► COMP(The PROC switch is ON when the SSB mode.) No in(dicator<-@ M.IN keyUsed to enter data into a memory channel.SWR

TF-SET keyDepressing this key will allow you to rapidly set or check the transmit frequency, during SPLIT operations, without the need

The standard position is with the control turned fully clockwise. As the control is turned counterclockwise, high frequencies are cut.(§)M.CH/VFO CH c

4-1-2. Rear Panel©GND (Ground) terminalTo prevent electric shock, as well as RFI and BCl, connect the transceiver to a good earth ground.(D A

0|) ACC 2 connectorTerminal numbers and their applications are as follows :ACC2 pin assignments©© © ©©'^ 0©0© .0 0©©;View from the rear p

4-2. INITIAL SETTINGPrior to operation ensure the following switches and controls are set as indicated in the figure below:pT| Ensure the POWER switch

Thank you for purchasing this new transceiver._____IMPORTANTPlease read this Instruction Manual carefully before placing the transceiver in service.SA

4-3. SSB OPERATIONAlP switchWhen switched on, it reduces interference from strong signals.VOX/MAN switch Used to operate VOX.THRU/AUTO switch THR

the desired transmit.MODE keyPress the LSB/USB key to alternate between LSB and USB.RIT/XIT switch/controlSQL(Squelch) controlNOTCH switch/con

4-3-1. SSB AUTO mode shiftThis transceiver automatically selects the appropriate sideband when in the SSB mode.30kHz 9.5MHz 30MHzLSBUSBNotes1. USB i

4-4. CW OPERATIONAlP switchWhen switched on, it reduces interference from strong signals.FULL/SEMI switch During CW operation, selects either Full Bre

ER keyto select the desired r function in transmit.ER key ges the tivity.MODE keyPress the CW / FSK key to alternate between CW and FSK.NB sw

4-4-1. CW zero-beat OperationIn CW operation equalizing the receiving frequency with that of your transmit is called “Zero beating”. The

NoteWith either SEMI or FULL break-in operation, cross band / cross mode operation is not possible. Additionally, when you are using FULL

(RECEIVING)rn Turn on the DC power supply and then turn the transceiver’s power switch ON. 0 A frequency is shown in the display.Press the UP/DOWN swi

ey to the If it is set maximum ion for 5 kHz.METER keyUsed to select the desired meter function in transmit.MODE keyPress the FM / AM key

4-6. AM OPERATIONAlP switchWhen switched onitreduces interferencefromstrong signals.VOX/MAN switch Used to operate VOX.THRU/AUTO switch THRU: Antenna

1.V - !BEFORE OPERATIONTO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE AND OTHER INJURY. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:Do not place this unit, where it w

he desired ransmit.MODE keyPress the FM / AM key to alternate between AM and FM.RIT/XIT switch/controlSQL(Squelch) controlRF gain controlThi

4-7. FSK OPERATIONATT switchThis switch allows attenuation of the input signal by 6, 12 or 18 dB.AlP switchWhen switched onitreduces interference

MODE keyPress the CW / FSK key to alternate between CW and FSK.RIT/XIT switch/controlNOTCH switch/controlNB switch/control NB1 : For pulse ty

4-8. PACKET(AFSK) OPERATIONMETER keyUsed to select the d(meter function in transnAlP switchWhen switched onitreduces interferencefromstrong signals.TH

MODE keyPress the LSB/USB key to alternate between LSB and USB.RIT/XIT switch/controlSQL(Squelch) controlNOTCH switch/controlNB switch/control

4-8-1. RTTYRTTY operation requires a demodulator and a teletypewriter. A demodulator including 2125 and 2295 Hz (170 Hz shift) filters, wil

If the transceiver is operated into an antenna with a high SWR, the final stage SWR protection circuit may operate (when SWR is greater t

4-10. OTHER OPERATION 4-10-1. Beep T onesAudible confirmation of various microprocessor functions is provided in the form of a series of audio be

D C n J U3. After the least significant digit has been entered press the ENT key again to signify you want the radio to change frequ

[ II ] Filter keyThe filter bandwidth for the 8.83 MHz and 455 kHz ifs can be selected from the front panel. Up to 3 additional fi

2. SPECIFICATIONS AND ACCESSORIES2-1. SPECIFICATIONS

>NB2 WIDTH controlControls the width of the blanking pulse when NB 2 operates. Adjust the width so that the desired signal can be received most cle

NoteWhen the RIT is ON the transmit frequency may be different from the receive frequency. For normal operation leave the RIT switch OFF.

No. Programmable functionsInitial state23Select the Manual weight (When Auto weight function is OFF.)3.024Bug key: ON(Used)/OFF(Not used)(When the ELE

4-11. MEMORYThe transceiver incorporates a convenient 100 channel memory that can be used to store and recall commonly used frequencies.4-11-1. M

B. Split Memory ChannelC. Programmed Scan Memory Channel1. Select the receive frequency, the mode and the filter.Example:21.200 MHz is selected on

4-11-6. Memory Channel RecallThe following procedure illustrates how to recall amemory channel.1. Select memory channel operation for RX by sim

4-11-11. Mode and Filter Changes during Memory Channel Operation (00- 89ch)Modes and filters can be changed during memory channel operati

Both Memory Scan and Program Scan are possible.4-12-1. Memory ScanDuring memory channel operation, pressing the SCAN key will cause the radio

Memory channel 9114.000 14.010MHz[II] Press Numeric key 2 while holding down the SCAN key. Scanning will proceed thru the range stored

4-13. DRS(Digital Recording System) FUNCTIONCW messages or sound to be transmitted can be recorded and played back. (The optional DRU-2 digital record

Specifications---- ModelTS-850SUnwanted sideband suppression (with 1.5kHz reference)More than 40dBoMaximum frequency deviation (FM)Less than ±5kHzECOF

NoteIf the CLR key is pressed during recording, the recorded data is erased.5. When the REC key is released, recording is terminated, and the

Repeaters permit a very wide coverage area at relatively low power levels using the FM mode. The combination of low noise combined with

4-15. OPERATION WITH A PERSONAL COMPUTER (Requires optional IF- 232C)Control with a personal computer is possible with the optional IF-232C interf

When two TS-850 are connected together, operation data can be transferred from one TS-850S (master) to the other (slave).4-18. Transfer function when

4-18-2. Function settingTurn both transceivers on with the function setting (menu number 32) at power on. (Please refer to Section 4-10

4-19. When used as the master machine for the transverterNotes1. Be sure to unplug the DC power cable before starting work.2. Advanced skills and know

DISPLAY INDICATORThe frequencies corresponding to the 50, 144, and 430 MHz bands can be displayed with the function setting (menu nu

The front panel keys can be operated remotely via the remote control terminal (ACCS) on the rear. The following eleven functions can

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2-2. ACCESSORIESUnpack your TS-850S carefully and confirm that it is supplied with the following accessories.Dynamic microphone ...

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FILTER UNIT (X51-3100-00)NoteCircuit Diagram is subject to change without notice due to advancements in technology.

FINAL UNIT (X54-1470-02)NoteCircuit Diagram is subject to change without notice due to advancements in technology.55

AT UNIT (X53-3340-00)56

SWITCH UNIT A (X41-31 30-00)A/6B/6C N 3 C N 4C/60/6 C N 7-•rtillJ rS 2M C H ____/VFO CHH.CUT L.CUTE/6SWITCH UNIT (X41-3140-00)

vox UNIT (X59-1080-00)IC I : NJM2904M IC 2 : TC4001BF 0 1 : 2SC27l2(Yt 01.2 ; 0AP2O2KJDC-DC UNIT (X59-1100-00)FM MIC AMP UNIT (X59-3000-03)r~“nNoteCir

TRX UNIT (X59-3680-00)AGC UNIT (X59-3820-00)0151.152 : 25AI2I3(Y)0153,154.155 : DTC II4TKSM AMP UNIT (X59-3830-00)1 C 2 0 1DTC12^»EK ,,aR 2--VW-2

3. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION3-1. INSTALLATION FRONT FEETBy extending the front feet, the front panel can be elevated for operating convenie

MIC-SW UNIT(X59-3840-00)DELAY UNIT(X59-3860-00)rnMIC AMP UNIT (X59-3850-00)BREAK-IN UNIT (X59-3870-00)60NoteCircuit Diagram is subject to change witho

BK SWITCH UNIT(X59-3880-00)AlP UNIT(X59-3900-00)PROCK UNIT (X59-3890-00)NB2 UNIT (X59-3910-00)NoteCircuit Diagram is subject to change without notice

6. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS6-1. GENERAL INFORMATIONYour transceiver has been factory aligned and tested to specification before shipment. Under no

6-4. IN CASE OF DIFFICULTYThe problems described in this table are failures caused in general by improper operation or connection of the transceiver,

NoteBeat tones may be heard on the following frequencies. This is due to the internal frequency configuration of the radio and is not an indica

6-6-2. Sidetone LevelVR5Turn VR5 while holding down the key in the CW mode for the desired tone level.6-6-3.Beep Tone LevelTurn VR4 to the desire

linear’s relay control line to pin 4. The relay in this transceiver is capable of handling 100V DC at 500 mA.6-6-6. Adjusting the NOTCHVR166

7. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIESBe sure to unplug the DC power cable before starting work.7-1. FILTER INSTALLATION1. Remove the bottom cover of the tr

7-3. DRU-2 DIGITAL RECORDING UNIT INSTALLATION1. Remove the top cover of the transceiver.1. Remove the case. Refer to Section 6-6-1.2. Remove the CA

7-5. DSP-100 DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR CONNECTIONConnect the cable supplied with the DSP-100.7-6. TL-922/922A LINEAR AMPLIFIER CONNECTIONTL-922/922ACAU

(1) Antenna (4) Key connectionCautionProtect your equipment — Use a LIGHTNING ARRESTER.The type of antenna that is used will greatly af

7-8. AT-850 AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER UNIT INSTALLATION1. Remove the top cover of the transceiver. Refer to Section 6-6-1.2. Remove the shield cover of

7- 10. OTHER ACCESSORIES PS-52 HEAVY DUTY DC POWER SUPPLY Designed to match the TS-850S. Supplies regulated 13.8 VDC at 20.5 A with built-in cooling

HS-6 COMMUNICATIONS HEADPHONES (12.5 OHMS)Deluxe, very light-weight headphones designed for communications equipment. HS-5 COMMUNICATION

8. REFERENCE8-1. ANTENNA INSTALLATION Fixed StationFor HF fixed-station operation, an antenna specifically designed for amateur operation

8-2. RADIO FREQUENCY ALLOCATIONkHz148.5283.51 St 2nd 3rd Zone Zone Zone525160617051800200023002500320034003500380039003950400047505000506059506200L

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B. Front Panel(1) HeadphonesAny low-impedance (4-16 ohms) headphone may be used with the transceiver. Connect the headphones to the front panel P