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TS-870S

HF TRANSCEIVER

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 accordance

with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. However, there is no guarantee that the

interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this

equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television

reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off

and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference

by one or more of the following measures:

•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 transceiver 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]+[ ].

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.

1Power Sources

Connect this transceiver only to the power source

described in the operating instructions or as marked

on the transceiver itself.

2Power 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.

3Electrical 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.

4Grounding and Polarization

Do not attempt to defeat methods used for

grounding and electrical polarization in the

transceiver, particularly involving the input power

cable.

5Outdoor Antenna Grounding

Adequately ground all outdoor 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.

6Power 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.

7Ventilation

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.

8Water 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.

9Abnormal 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 cloth 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

WIREGROUND

CLAMP

ELECTRIC SERVICE

EQUIPMENT

ANTENNA

DISCHARGE UNIT

GROUNDING

CONDUCTORS

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM

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 .......................................... 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 SIDETONE/ 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 SIGNAL/ 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

TRANSMITTING .................................................. 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 INCREMENTAL 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

COMMUNICATION 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 ......................... 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

VS-2 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT ........................ 75

SO-2 TEMPERATURE-COMPENSATED

CRYSTAL OSCILLATOR (TCXO) .......................... 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 ............................................ 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

Transmitting 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

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

Processing 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 separate 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

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

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

—

Accessory Part Number Quantity

France, Holland: B52-0607-XX

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 Ω antenna of good quality to let

your transceiver perform at its best. Use a good-quality

50 Ω 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 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 Ω LINE

•Use only as a general guide. Specifications may vary

between cable manufacturers.

6.4

2.6

2.3

2.1

2.0

1.4

1.2

1.0

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

1.4

1.0

0.93

0.80

0.60

0.50

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

0.24

N/A

0.13

0.12

< 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 Line 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

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

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

dangerous), 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

2 INSTALLATION

ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS

FRONT PANEL

■Headphones (PHONES)

Use headphones having 4 to 32 Ω 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 microphone having an impedance

between 250 Ω and 600 Ω. 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 Ω. 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 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

FILTER

ALC

10 2

100

COMP

M.CH

USBCWRF

SKFMAMM. SCRPRGSCANF. LOCKFINEMHz

LSB

AUTO

FULL

VOXSEMIAIPAGCAUTOPROCMONIMENU

A B

SPLIT

RIT

TONE

XIT

WIDTH

CTRL

SHIFT

TS-870S

Headphones

Microphone

iGND(STBY)

MICquGND(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

■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 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

RTTYACC 2

MCP

Demod

input(RX)

RTTY

key

output

(TX)

Personal computer/

dumb terminal

TS-870S

Black

Red

AC LINE

RF OUTPUT

Linear amplifier

Control relay

GND

REMOTE Connector

(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.

ALC input from amplifier

Approx. +12 V DC is output when in

TX mode (10 mA max.).

No. Function

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 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

2 INSTALLATION

ANO

GND

PSQ

SMET

GND

PKS

PKD

GND

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

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

Ω

TNC/MCP

power

supply

TNC/MCP TS-870S

PS-52

Personal computer/

dumb terminal

ACC 2 Connector

(Rear Panel view)

9101112

56 78

12 34

Black

Red

YOUR FIRST QSO

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 suitable 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

RX TX

OFF

CAR DELAY

AGC KEY SPEED

METER PROC MONI

100

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>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

M.CH

QUICK MEMO

SLOW FAST

DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR

FILTER

ALC

100

USB

AGC

HF TRANSCEIVER TS-870

ON AIR AT TUNE

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 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

FILTER

1.5

100

ON AIR AT TUNE

RX TX

OFF

CAR DELAY

AGC KEY SPEED

METER PROC MONI

100

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>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

M.CH

QUICK MEMO

SLOW FAST

DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR

PWR

FILTER

ALC

100

USB

AGC

HF TRANSCEIVER TS-870

ON AIR AT TUNE

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}.

wATT 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}.

eANT button

Press to select Antenna 1 or Antenna 2 that are

connected to their respective antenna connectors on the

Rear Panel {pages 2, 63}.

rVOX 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}.

tFULL/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}.

yAIP button

Press 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}.

uAT 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}.

iSEND button

Press to switch the transceiver between receive and

transmit {page 23}.

oPHONES 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}.

RX TX

OFF

CAR DELAY

AGC KEY SPEED

METER PROC MONI

100

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>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

M.CH

QUICK MEMO

SLOW FAST

DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR

HF TRANSCEIVER TS-870

ON AIR AT TUNE

!0 !2!1 !3

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 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>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 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}.

RX TX

OFF

CAR DELAY

AGC KEY SPEED

METER PROC MONI

100

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>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

M.CH

QUICK MEMO

SLOW FAST

DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR

HF TRANSCEIVER TS-870 ON AIR AT TUNE

!7 !8

@0 @1 @2 @3 @4 @5

3 GETTING ACQUAINTED

@6 Programmable Function buttons

The functions of these four buttons are selected and

assigned 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 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}.

RX TX

OFF

CAR DELAY

AGC KEY SPEED

METER PROC MONI

100

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>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

M.CH

QUICK MEMO

SLOW FAST

DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR

HF TRANSCEIVER TS-870

ON AIR AT TUNE

@6 @8 @9 #0

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 memory 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 allows 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

can be used at one time. They cannot be activated at the same time.

RX TX

OFF

CAR DELAY

AGC KEY SPEED

METER PROC MONI

100

AUTO

NOTCH

BEAT

CANCEL N.R. TX EQ.

LO/WIDTH

FILTER

HI/SHIFT

MIC

ATT

ANT DOWN UP

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AT TUNE

SEND

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PHONES

PROC MONI

MIC PWR

AF RF

NB SQL

M.IN

REC F.LOCK

CH 4 CLR

CH 3 SCAN

CH 2 M>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

M.CH

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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

qUP/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.

wPTT (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

Adjusts 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

RX TX

OFF

CAR DELAY

AGC KEY SPEED

METER PROC MONI

100

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>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

M.CH

QUICK MEMO

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3 GETTING ACQUAINTED

REAR PANEL

qGND 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.

wANT 1 and ANT 2 connectors

Connect the feed lines from your antennas to these

connectors. Refer to pages 2 and 63 for details.

ePower 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.

rAT 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.

tEXT 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 the external receiver. Therefore,

connecting an external receiver reduces the signal level.

yIF 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}.

uREMOTE connector

Mates with a 7-pin male DIN connector for connecting a

linear amplifier {page 5}.

iEXT 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.

oACC 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:

Before 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

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oAGC

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}.

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.

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

qMETER

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 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}.

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}.

eM.CH

Lights while the memory channel mode is selected.

Also lights while using the Memory Scroll function

{page 56}.

rVOX

Lights while the Voice-Operated Transmit function

{page 45} is ON. For CW operation, lights while the

Break-in function {page 31} is ON.

Lights when a Menu item is added to the Quick Menu

{page 24}.

yFULL

Lights while CW Full Break-in is selected {page 31}.

uSEMI

Lights while CW Semi Break-in is selected {page 31}.

iAIP

Lights while the Advanced Intercept Point function is ON

{page 53}.

DISPLAY

SWR

PWR

FILTER

ALC

10 2

1.5

100

COMP

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!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 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}.

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 instructions that you provide.

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

FILTER

ALC

10 2

1.5

100

COMP

M. CH

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@2 @3@4

@5 @6 @7@8 @9#0#1

#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 memory channels is

ON {page 55}.

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

FILTER

ALC

10 2

1.5

100

COMP

M. CH

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SWITCHING POWER ON/OFF

Switch ON the DC power supply, then press and hold

down [ ] (POWER) until “HELLO” appears on the

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.

<<<#6 (9L) >>>

Note:

The position of the

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

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 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.

1Assume that you are presently using VFO A.

2Press [RX B].

•VFO B is selected and the frequency currently

selected by VFO B is displayed.

3Press [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

M.CH

DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR

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A B

SPLIT

RIT

TONE

XIT NB

WIDTH CTRL

SHIFT

ON AIR AT TUNE

AF RF

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

M.CH

DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR

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A B

SPLIT

RIT

TONE

XIT

WIDTH

CTRL

SHIFT

ON AIR AT TUNE

AF RF

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

M.CH

DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR

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A B

SPLIT

RIT

TONE

XIT

WIDTH

CTRL

SHIFT

ON AIR AT TUNE

NB SQL

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

M.CH

DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR

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A B

SPLIT

RIT

TONE

XIT

WIDTH

CTRL

SHIFT

ON AIR AT TUNE

RX TX

OFF

CAR DELAY

AGC KEY SPEED

METER PROC MONI

100

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>VFO

CH 1 M.IN

ENTER TF-SET

FINE 1MHz

QUICK MEMO

SLOW FAST

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PWR

FILTER

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10 2

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4 OPERATING BASICS

SELECTING FREQUENCY

There are two methods to select a frequency that are

explained in the following sections:

AManual 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.

BDirect Frequency Entry (Keypad)

Enter the desired frequency directly using the

numeric keypad.

CHANGING BANDS

1If “MHz” is illuminated on the Display, first press

[1MHz] to exit from the 1MHz Step mode.

•“MHz” goes out.

2Press [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

1MHz; 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.

1Press [1MHz] to enter the 1MHz mode.

•“MHz” lights.

2Press [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 button

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.

1Assume that you are presently using VFO A.

2Press [RX B].

•VFO B is selected and the frequency currently

selected by VFO B is displayed.

3Press [A=B].

4Press [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.

<<<#12 (9L) >>>

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.

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

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RIT

TONE

XIT

WIDTH

CTRL

SHIFT

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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

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SPLIT

RIT

TONE

XIT

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

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RIT

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USB MHz

AGC AUTO

■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

5kHz 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 revolution 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

control 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

M.CH

DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR

USB CW R FSK FM AM M. SCR PRG SCAN F. LOCK FINE MHzLSBAUTO

FULL SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI MENU

A B

SPLIT

RIT

TONE

XIT

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

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

10 Hz

1Hz

100 Hz

10 Hz

OFF

CAR DELAY

AGC KEY SPEED

METER PROC MONI

100

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>VFO

CH 1 M.IN

ENTER TF-SET

FINE 1MHz

QUICK MEMO

SLOW FAST

SWR

PWR

FILTER

ALC

10 2

100

COMP

M.CH

USB CW R FSK FM AMLSBAUTO

FULLVOX SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI

HF TRANSCEIVER TS-870

ON AIR AT TUNE

ENTER TF-SET

FINE 1MHz

USB FINE

AGC AUTO

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:

Note:

◆

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

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

OFF b

Receive

pass band

SWR \ ALC

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 digit (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.

<<< (9L) >>>

1Press [ENTER].

•“– – . – – – . – –” appears.

2Press 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.

OFF

CAR DELAY

AGC KEY SPEED

METER PROC MONI

100

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>VFO

CH 1 M.IN

ENTER TF-SET

FINE 1MHz

QUICK MEMO

SLOW FAST

SWR

PWR

FILTER

ALC

10 2

100

COMP

M.CH

USB CW R FSK FM AMLSBAUTO

FULLVOX SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI

HF TRANSCEIVER TS-870

ON AIR AT TUNE

REC F.LOCK

CH 4 CLR

CH 3 SCAN

CH 2 M>VFO

CH 1 M.IN

ENTER

USB

AGC AUTO

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 transmitting 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.

<<< (9L) >>>

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 active again.

Yes

(Carrier level is fixed)

Yes

CW, AM, FSK

Speech

Processor ON

Speech

Processor OFF

USB/

LSB

Mode Adjust CAR Control?

–28 dB

–34 dB

Transmit

Equalizer ON

Transmit

Equalizer OFF

USB/

LSB

Mode

(Speech Processor ON)

Microphone

Gain Fixed

OFF

CAR DELAY

AGC KEY SPEED

METER PROC MONI

100

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>VFO

CH 1 M.IN

ENTER TF-SET

FINE 1MHz

QUICK MEMO

SLOW FAST

SWR

PWR

FILTER

ALC

10 2

100

COMP

M.CH

USB CW R FSK FM AMLSBAUTO

FULLVOX SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI

HF TRANSCEIVER TS-870

ON AIR AT TUNE

VOX

AT TUNE

SEND

OFF

CAR DELAY

AGC KEY SPEED

METER PROC MONI

100

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>VFO

CH 1 M.IN

ENTER TF-SET

FINE 1MHz

QUICK MEMO

SLOW FAST

SWR

PWR

FILTER

ALC

10 2

100

COMP

M.CH

USB CW R FSK FM AMLSBAUTO

FULLVOX SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI

HF TRANSCEIVER TS-870

ON AIR AT TUNE

PWR

100

MIC PWR

OFF

CAR DELAY

AGC KEY SPEED

METER PROC MONI

100

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>VFO

CH 1 M.IN

ENTER TF-SET

FINE 1MHz

QUICK MEMO

SLOW FAST

SWR

PWR

FILTER

ALC

10 2

1.5

100

COMP

M.CH

USB CW R FSK FM AMLSBAUTO

FULLVOX SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI

HF TRANSCEIVER TS-870

ON AIR AT TUNE

ALC

CAR DELAY

OFF

CAR DELAY

AGC KEY SPEED

METER PROC MONI

100

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>VFO

CH 1 M.IN

ENTER TF-SET

FINE 1MHz

QUICK MEMO

SLOW FAST

SWR

PWR

FILTER

ALC

10 2

100

COMP

M.CH

USB CW R FSK FM AMLSBAUTO

FULLVOX SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI

HF TRANSCEIVER TS-870

ON AIR AT TUNE

ALC

MIC PWR

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.

1Press [MENU].

2Turn the M.CH/VFO.CH control to select the desired

Menu No.

3Press [UP], or [DOWN], or Mic [UP], or Mic [DWN]

to change the current selection for this Menu item.

4Press [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 identical

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

1Press [MENU].

2Turn the M.CH/VFO.CH control to select the

desired Menu No.

3To add the selected Menu item 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.

4Press [MENU] or [CLR] to exit Menu mode.

■Using the Quick Menu

1Press [MENU].

2Press [1MHz].

•“MHz” lights.

3Turn 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).

4Press [UP], or [DOWN], or Mic [UP], or

Mic [DWN] to change the current selection for

this Quick Menu item.

5Press [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.

1Press [CLR]+[ ] to temporarily reset all Menu items

to factory default values.

•The “MENU” indicator flashes.

2To 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

Menu A or B selection

AGC mode: 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 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

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

0/ 1/ 2

0/ 1/ 2/ 3/ 4

OFF/ON

0/ 1/ 2/ 3/ 4

2/ 5/ 10/ 17 ms

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

OFF/ON

5 MENU SETUP

Page

Ref.

Default

Selections

FunctionMenu Item

No.

Note:

For SSB and AM

modes,

WIDTH

and

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

OFF

17 ms

OFF

4 ms

800 Hz

–3 dB

+3 dB

OFF

10, 53

23, 46

VOX gain

•0 (minimum gain) → 7 (maximum gain)

TX 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 the VFO frequency but

first rounds off the current frequency.

Programmable Function button (upper left)

Programmable Function button (upper right)

Programmable Function button (lower right)

2300 Hz

300 Hz

OFF

5 sec

10 kHz

See page

reference

10 kHz

(ENTER)

(TF-SET)

71 (1MHz)

5 MENU SETUP

Page

Ref.

Default

Selections

FunctionMenu Item

No.

0 ~ 7

1800/ 2000/ 2300/

2600/ 3000 Hz

0/ 100/ 200/ 300/

400/ 500 Hz

H/ C/ B

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

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

5 MENU SETUP

Page

Ref.

Default

Selections

Menu Item

No.

72 (FINE)

OFF

1000 kHz

OFF

96 1

88.5 Hz

OFF

170 Hz

OFF

2125 Hz

OFF

–

OFF, 00 ~ 73

OFF/ON

L/ H

OFF/ 1/ 2

100/ 500/ 1000 kHz

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

L/ H

170/ 200/ 425/ 850 Hz

OFF/ON

1275/ 2125 Hz

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)

•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

FM.BOOST

FM WIDE

FM MIC

FSK.SHFT

MARK.POL

FSK.TONE

PG.S.HOLD

GRP.SCAN

BSY.STOP

CAR.SCAN

Function

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.

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

Fixed/tunable frequency

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

Bandshift (SSB and AM)

Bandwidth (SSB and AM)

Equalizer (SSB)

Inhibit

VOX

Gain

Function Menu

No.

AMPLIFIER

Linear amplifier relay

ANTENNA TUNER (AT)

RX enable/ disable

SWR range

TX/RX status after tuning

AUTOMATIC GAIN CONTROL (AGC)

AF Level

Manual/Automatic

FSK

Microphone

SSB

BEEP FUNCTIONS

Alarm type (message/beep)

Beep level

Confirmation tones (OFF/ON)

Confirmation tone type (Morse/beep)

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 SIGNAL PROCESSING

Adaptive filtering

Auto Notch response time

Beat Cancel and response time

Line Enhance function

Line Enhance response time

SPAC time

USB

AGC AUTO

FILTER

ALC

100

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 SSTV 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.

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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.

1Select the operating frequency.

2Press [LSB/USB] to select either upper or lower

sideband mode.

3Select the ALC meter function by pressing [METER].

4Press 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.

5Speak 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.

6If you want to use speech processing, press [PROC]

to switch on the Speech Processor and adjust as

described on page 46.

7Release 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

AGC AUTO

FILTER

ALC

100

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 receive 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.

1Press [VOX] and press [RIT] to switch OFF the VOX

and RIT functions respectively.

•“VOX” and “RIT” go out.

2With CW mode selected, turn the Tuning control to

tune in a CW station for maximum signal strength.

3Close your key to activate the sidetone.

•You will hear a steady tone.

4Turn 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

1Select CW mode by pressing [CW/–R].

•“CW” lights.

2Press [SEND].

•The receive audio is muted.

•Holding down Microphone [PTT] also switches

between receive and transmit.

3Send CW.

4When 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.

1Select the operating frequency.

2Press [CW/–R] to select CW mode.

3Select the ALC meter function by pressing

[METER].

4Press [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.

5With 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.

6After 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 necessary 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.

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CW R

AGC AUTO

VOX SEMI

AGC AUTO

1Select CW mode by pressing [CW/–R].

•“CW” lights.

2Press [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.

3If “SEMI” lights, press [FULL/SEMI] to toggle to the

FULL status.

•“FULL” lights.

4Send 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 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

2ms 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 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.

1Select CW mode by pressing [CW/–R].

•“CW” lights.

2Press [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.

3If “FULL” lights, press [FULL/SEMI] to toggle to the

SEMI status.

•“SEMI” lights.

4Send 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, turn 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.

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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 build 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 11}

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

001

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.

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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 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 VØ.

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:

1Press [CH 3]+[CH 4].

•The keyer will send “?”.

2Send a “V”.

•The keyer will send the current emulation

(e.g. VØ).

To change Emulation option:

1Press [CH 1]+[CH 2].

•The keyer will send “F”.

2Send a “Vd” where d represents the emulation

number (see table) that you desire.

Option Description

VØ

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.

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■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.

1Press [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 “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}.

2Send the first word of your message then pause.

•The keyer will send the letter “I” indicating it

has accepted your word.

3Repeat 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.

4Press 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}.

1Press [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.

2Send your entire message.

3Press the same button as pressed in Step 1.

•Message 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:

1Press [VOX] to switch OFF the VOX function.

2Press 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:

1Press [VOX] to switch ON the VOX function.

2Press 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

corresponding 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 DFØTK”

In this example, pressing the button sequence

[CH 1], [CH 1], [CH 1], [CH 2] would send “CQ CQ

CQ de DFØTK”.

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■Erasing CW Messages

1To 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.

2Press 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:

1Press [CH 3]+[CH 4].

•The keyer will send “?”.

2Send an Inquiry command from the table.

Description

Command

Name

Inquiry

Command

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

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.

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■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.

1Press [CH 1]+[CH 2].

•The keyer will send “F”.

2Send a Function command from the table.

•If an incorrect command is input, a multi-dit error tone will be sent.

F dd

K dd

N dddd

S dd

SU d

SD d

V d

W dd

Z d

Auto-space

Decrement

Function speed

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 milliseconds,

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 characteristics 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".

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.

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Description

Command

Name

Com-

mand

/Sdd

/SUd

/SDd

/Udd

/1,

/2,

/3,

Speed

Slow

Down

Ultra-

speed

Message

#1,

#2,

#3,

The operating 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

/Gd

/Pdd

Break

Decre-

ment

Gap

Number

Pause

Resume

Message play pauses for manual

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 WØEJ

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

–

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.

1Select the operating frequency.

2Press [FM/AM] to select FM mode.

3Press [MONI] to switch the Monitor function ON.

•“MONI” lights.

4Press 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.

5Speak into 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.

6Release 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

other 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.

1Press [RX B] (or [RX A]).

•The VFO selected in this step will be used for the

transmit frequency.

2Select the transmit frequency.

3Press [FM/AM] to select FM mode.

4Press [A=B].

5Press [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

AGC AUTO SPLIT

RIT

TONE

XIT

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 (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

6Select the receive frequency.

7Press [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.

8Select 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 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.

67.0

71.9

74.4

77.0

79.7

82.5

85.4

88.5

91.5

94.8

97.4

100.0

103.5

107.2

110.9

114.8

118.8

123.0

127.3

131.8

136.5

141.3

146.2

151.4

156.7

162.2

167.9

173.8

179.9

186.2

192.8

203.5

210.7

218.1

225.7

233.6

241.8

250.3

1750

Freq.

(Hz)

No. No. No. No.

Freq.

(Hz)

Freq.

(Hz)

Freq.

(Hz)

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

FSK

AGC AUTO

FILTER

ALC

100

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.

1Select the operating frequency.

2Press [FM/AM] to select AM mode.

3Select the ALC meter function by pressing [METER].

4Press 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.

5Without speaking, adjust the CAR control so that the

ALC meter just begins to indicate.

6Speak 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.

7If you want to use speech processing, press [PROC]

to switch on the Speech Processor and adjust as

described on page 46.

8Release 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 System) 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.

1Select the operating frequency.

2Press [FSK/–R] to select FSK mode.

3Select the ALC meter function by pressing [METER].

4Following 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.

5Adjust the CAR control so that the meter reads in the

ALC zone but doesn’t exceed the upper ALC zone

limit.

6Begin sending data from the keyboard.

7When 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 using 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.

1Select the operating frequency.

2Press [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.

3Select the ALC meter function by pressing [METER].

4Following the instructions provided with your TNC or

MCP, enter the calibrate mode so you can generate

a mark condition.

•The “ON AIR” indicator lights.

5Select 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.

6Exit the calibrate mode.

•The “ON AIR” indicator goes out.

7Send 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 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

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

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 VFOs 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.

1Press [RX A] or [RX B] or [RX M.CH].

•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}.

2Press [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 & LSB

300 bps

(AFSK)

1200 bps

(PSK)

1200 bps

(AFSK)

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

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)

USB

AGC AUTO SPLIT

RIT

6 COMMUNICATING

TF-SET (TRANSMIT FREQUENCY SET)

[TF-SET] allows you to quickly check or adjust your

transmit frequency without changing your receive

frequency.

1Press and hold [TF-SET].

•Without changing your receive frequency, you are

now receiving on your transmit frequency.

2To select the transmit frequency that you want, turn

the Tuning control, the M.CH/VFO.CH control, or

press Mic [UP] or [DWN].

3Release [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 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]

[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. Your

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.

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 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.

1Press [RIT].

•“RIT” and the RIT frequency display appear.

2Press [CLEAR] to reset, if required, the RIT offset

to 0.

3Turn the RIT/XIT control to change your receive

frequency.

4To 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 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

FSK

Menu No.

Mode Default

Selections

OFF, 1 ~ 20

Menu No. Default

AF AGC

Release

Time

AF AGC

Level

0: Slow

1: Med

2: Fast

0: OFF

1: Min

2: Med

3: High

4: Max

1: Med

1: Min

Function Selections

USB

AGC AUTO TONE

XIT

USB

AGC AUTO TONE

XIT

USB

VOX AGC AUTO

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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 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.

1Select a voice mode, switch ON the VOX

function, and begin speaking into your

microphone using your normal level of voice.

2Access 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

1Select a voice mode, switch ON the VOX

function, and begin speaking into your

microphone using your normal level of voice.

2Adjust 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 computer 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.

1Press [XIT].

•“XIT” and the XIT frequency display appear.

2Press [CLEAR] to reset, if required, the XIT offset

to 0.

3Turn the RIT/XIT control to change your transmit

frequency.

4To 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.

USB

AGC AUTO MONI

USB

AGC AUTO PROC

8Press [METER] to select the COMP function to allow

you to monitor the compression while transmitting.

9To 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.

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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.

1Select SSB or AM mode.

2Select the preferred processor characteristics via

Menu No. 25 (PROC.LOW) and Menu No. 26

(PROC.HI).

•You can customize the low and high ranges of

the speech envelope from –6 to +6 dB.

3Press [PROC] to switch ON the processor.

•“PROC” lights.

4Press [METER] to select the COMP function.

5While 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.

6Press [METER] to select the ALC function.

7The 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

FSK

Unmixed AF

Keyed output from DSP with sidetone OFF

AF corresponding to the shift and mark/space

Unmixed AF

Transmit Sampling Point

dB +6

-3

-6

Lower Raise

Low

range

High

range

800 Hz 1.6 kHz

OFF

CAR DELAY

AGC KEY SPEED

METER PROC MONI

100

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>VFO

CH 1 M.IN

ENTER TF-SET

FINE 1MHz

QUICK MEMO

SLOW FAST

SWR

PWR

FILTER

ALC

10 2

100

COMP

M.CH

USB CW R FSK FM AMLSBAUTO

FULLVOX SEMI AIP AGC AUTO PROC MONI

HF TRANSCEIVER TS-870

ON AIR AT TUNE

PROC MONI

COMP

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, 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.

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Function Selections Default

No.

Microphone

AGC Release

Time

22 0: Slow

1: Med

2: Fast

1: Med

Speech Processor

OFF

Bandshift

Setting

(Hz)

(Menu

No. 30)

New

Lower

Cutoff

Freq.

(Hz)

Resulting

Upper

Cutoff

Freq.

(kHz)

New

Band-

width

(kHz)

Speech Processor

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

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

3.5

200

300

400

500

1.6

1.8

2.1

2.4

2.6

1.7

1.9

2.2

2.6

1.8

2.0

2.3

2.6

1.8

2.0

2.3

2.6

1.8

2.0

2.3

2.6

1.8

2.0

2.3

2.6

Bandwidth

Setting

(kHz)

(Menu

No. 29)

BANDWIDTH/ BANDSHIFT TABLE

USBAUTO

CWAUTO

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3Press [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.

4Press [LSB/USB] or [CW/–R] or [FSK/–R] or

[FM/AM] to select the mode for this boundary.

5Repeat Steps 2 ~ 4 for each boundary that you want

to change.

6Press [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.MODE). 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 deleted).

•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.

1Press [MENU]+[ ].

•Boundary No. 00 appears.

2Turn the M.CH/VFO.CH control to select the

boundary that you want to change.

AGC AUTO

LSB

AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER

You have the choice of using the internal tuner, an

external AT-300 tuner, or both.

Note:

◆

The 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 Ω is

stored.

Presetting 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).

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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.

1Press [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.

2Press [AT TUNE].

•To cancel tuning for any reason, press

[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

Range

(MHz)

Band

No.

Range

(MHz)

Band

No.

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 settings 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}.

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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.

1Press [ANT] to select Antenna 1.

2Press [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.

3Press [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 “CHECK”

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

9600

19200

38400

57600

12 1

24 1

48 1

48 2

96 1

192 1

384 1

576 1

Menu No. 56

Setting

Baud Rate

(bps) Stop Bits

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 on 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.

HI/SHIFT

USB pass band

LO/WIDTH

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, 1.8, 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

Frequency SelectionsAdjust 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

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 Notch 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. Menu 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.

100

200

400

600

1000

250

500

1000

1500

Bandwidth

(kHz)

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

LSB

AGC AUTO

AIP AGC AUTO

USB

AGC AUTO NB

WIDTH

NOISE REDUCTION (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

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

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

OFF

Band

No.

Frequency Range

(MHz)

Default AIP

Setting

Default ATT

Setting

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 transceiver 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

•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

1Press [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.

2Select the frequency, mode, etc. to be stored.

3Press [M.IN] to select Memory Scroll mode.

•To exit from Memory Scroll mode and abort

the storage process, press [CLR].

4Turn the M.CH/VFO.CH control to select a

memory channel.

5Press [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.

M. CH

USB

AGC AUTO

USB

AGC AUTO SPLIT

RIT

M. CH

USB M. SCR

AGC AUTO

M. CH

M. SCR

AGC AUTO

9 MEMORY FEATURES

■Split-Frequency Channels

1Using VFO A, select a receive frequency and

mode.

2Using VFO B, select a transmit frequency and

mode.

3Press [RX A], [TX B] to select split-frequency

mode.

•The indicators in the [RX A] and [TX B]

buttons must be ON.

4Press [M.IN] to select Memory Scroll mode.

•To exit from Memory Scroll mode and abort

the storage process, press [CLR].

5Turn the M.CH/VFO.CH control to select a

memory channel.

6Press [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.

1Press [RX M.CH] to select Memory Recall mode.

2Turn 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 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.

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>VFO].

Note:

If a memory channel is recalled, then the recalled data is

changed but not saved to the memory channel, pressing

[M>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.

1Set Menu No. 49 (CH.SHIFT) to ON.

2Recall a memory channel.

3Turn 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.

1Press [M.IN].

•The memory channel that was last selected

appears. This is the same channel that would be

selected if [RX M.CH] were pressed.

2Turn the M.CH/VFO.CH control, or press Mic [UP] or

[DWN], to step through the memory channels.

3To 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

Split-frequency channel

M.CH

VFO

M.CH

VFO

A or B

VFO

A or B

VFO

Type of Memory Channel

Before

Pressing

[M>VFO]

After Pressing

[M>VFO]

RX TX RX TX

M.CH

VFO

M.CH

VFO

M.CH

Memory channel contents are transferred to the last

receive VFO that was selected.

Simplex channels:

Split-frequency

channels:

Channel data

data

M. CH

AGC AUTO

M. CH

FSK M. SCR

AGC AUTO

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

1Press [RX M.CH] to select Memory Recall mode.

2Select the memory channel that contains the data

that you want to erase.

3Press [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

1Press [RX M.CH] to select Memory Recall mode.

2Select the memory channel that contains the data

to be transferred.

3Press [M.IN] to select Memory Scroll mode.

4Select the destination memory channel.

5Press [M.IN].

These tables illustrate how data is transferred

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

M. CH

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.

1Select the Start frequency limit and mode using

VFO A.

•This frequency can also be used for receiving

and transmitting after completion of this

procedure.

2Select the End frequency limit using VFO B.

3Press [RX A].

4Press [M.IN] to select the Memory Scroll mode.

•To exit from Memory Scroll mode and abort the

storage process, press [CLR].

5Turn the M.CH/VFO.CH control to select channel 99.

6Press [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.

1Press [RX M.CH] to select Memory Recall mode.

2Turn the M.CH/VFO.CH control to select

channel 99.

3Press [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.

1Press [RX M.CH] to select Memory Recall mode.

2Turn the M.CH/VFO.CH control to select

channel 99.

3Turn 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.

M. CH

AGC AUTO

M. CH

AGC AUTO

M. CH

FSK

AGC AUTO

M. CH

FSK

AGC AUTO

M. CH

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

1Press 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.

2Turn the M.CH/VFO.CH control to select the Quick

memory channel (1 ~ 5) that you want.

3To exit, press QUICK MEMO [MR].

TEMPORARY FREQUENCY CHANGES

1Press QUICK MEMO [MR].

2Turn the M.CH/VFO.CH control to select the Quick

memory channel (1 ~ 5) that you want.

3Turn 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.

4To 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>VFO].

Note:

If a Quick memory channel is recalled, then you change the

recalled data, pressing

[M>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

21.200 24.911 14.235 18.111

➤➤➤➤

➜➜

Scan is a useful feature for hands-off monitoring of your

favorite frequencies. After becoming comfortable with

how to use all types of Scan, the monitoring flexibility

gained will increase your operating efficiency.

This transceiver provides the following 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, 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.

1Select the VFO mode using VFO A or VFO B.

2Press [SCAN].

3To 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

1Recall memory channel 99.

2Press [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

Jumps to Start

frequency, then

scans up.

Monitors

Start/End

frequency.

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

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

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 then 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.

1Recall a Conventional memory channel.

2Switch OFF Menu No. 66 (GRP.SCAN).

3Adjust the SQL control while no signal is present.

•The squelch must be closed before scanning

starts.

4Press [SCAN] to start scanning.

5To stop scanning, press [SCAN], or [CLR],

or [SEND], or Mic [PTT].

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 Scan:

While scanning, turn the RIT/XIT control to select the

desired weight value.

Memory Scan:

1Select OFF for Menu No. 67 (BSY.STOP).

2Press [SCAN] to start the Memory Scan function.

3Turn the RIT/XIT control to select the desired weight

value.

10 SCAN

MENU No. 67 is OFF

n=01

n=02

n=03

n=04

n=05

n=06

n=07

n=08

n=09

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)

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.

1Recall a Conventional memory channel.

2Switch ON Menu No. 66 (GRP.SCAN).

3Press 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.

4Adjust the SQL control while no signal is present.

•The squelch must be closed before scanning

starts.

5Press [SCAN] to start scanning.

6To stop scanning, press [SCAN], or [CLR],

or [SEND], or Mic [PTT].

MEMORY CHANNEL LOCKOUT

Memory channels that you prefer not to monitor while

scanning can be locked out. Lock out any memory

channel with the following procedure.

1Press [RX M.CH] to select Memory Recall.

2Select the memory channel to be locked out.

3Press [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.

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 channels. 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 function 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

. .

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 ~ 7.49

Range

(MHz)

Band

No.

Range

(MHz)

Band

No.

USB F. LOCK

AGC AUTO

ASSIGNING FUNCTIONS

1Press [MENU].

2Turn the M.CH/VFO.CH control to select Menu

No. 45, 46, 47, or 48.

3Press [UP], or [DOWN], or Mic [UP], or Mic [DWN]

to change the current selection for this Menu item.

4Press [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 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

Menu/

Function No. Function Page

Ref.

No function assigned

See "MENU

CONFIGURATION"

ENTER

TF-SET

1MHz

FINE

VOICE

[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]

AGC

CAR

DELAY

KEY˚SPEED

MIC

MONI

PROC

PWR

RIT/XIT

SQL

Buttons NOT Locked Controls NOT Locked

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-870S 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 calling 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 –R

FSK

FSK –R

. _ . . (L)

. . _ (U)

_ . _ . (C)

_ . _ . . _ . (CR)

. _ . (R)

. _ . . _ . (RR)

. _ (A)

. . _ . (F)

Morse Code Output

Mode

You attempted 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.

•

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■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 Conventional

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

GND

TX/RX

CTS

RTS

No.

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.

1Switch 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.

2On the Master transceiver, press

QUICK MEMO [M.IN].

•If the Master is a TS-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.

TS-870S TS-870S

TS-870S

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)

EXT RX

ANT

EXT RX

ANT

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

4channels. 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 sitting 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.

1Switch OFF the VOX function by pressing [VOX].

2Press [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.

3Press 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.

4Release 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 microphone (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.

1Switch OFF the VOX function by pressing [VOX].

2Select SSB, FM, or AM mode by pressing

[LSB/USB] or [FM/AM].

•The transmit and receive modes must be the

same.

3Press [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.

1Switch ON the VOX function by pressing [VOX].

2Select SSB, FM, or AM mode by pressing

[LSB/USB] or [FM/AM].

•The transmit and receive modes must be the

same.

3Press [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.

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VS-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.

1Select SSB, FM, or AM mode by pressing

[LSB/USB] or [FM/AM].

•The transmit and receive modes must be the

same.

2Press [SEND] or Mic [PTT].

3Press [CH 1], or [CH 2], or [CH 3], or [CH 4] to

play back the message in the respective memory.

4Press [SEND] again or release Mic [PTT] 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.

1Press [CH 1], or [CH 2], or [CH 3], or [CH 4] to

begin playing back a stored message.

2While 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 time interval between playbacks via Menu

No. 40 (REP.TIME). The default interval is 5 seconds.

OFF

Numeral

"Zero"

"One"

The numeral is announced.

"Two"

"Three"

"Four"

"Five"

"Six"

Displayed Announcement

VS-2 announces "B" when you switch from Menu

A to B via Menu No. 00 (MENU.A/B).

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:

1Model and serial number of equipment

2Question or problem you are having

3Other equipment in your station pertaining to the

problem

4Meter readings

5Other 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

controls 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 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.

DRU-3 DIGITAL RECORDING UNIT (OPTIONAL)

RECORD LEVEL ADJUSTMENT

AT-300 EXTERNAL TUNER (OPTIONAL)

FUSE LOCATION

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INTERNAL ADJUSTMENTS

REFERENCE FREQUENCY CALIBRATION

Note:

The transceiver is adjusted at the factory prior to shipping.

Unless necessary, DO NOT perform this adjustment.

1Remove the top case (10 screws) from the

transceiver.

2Set 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

3Tune 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 ∆freference is the shift from the 20 MHz

reference frequency

4Close 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

5Adjust 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.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

The problems described in this table are commonly encountered operational malfunctions. These types of difficulties

are usually caused by improper hook-up, accidental incorrect control settings, or operator error due to incomplete

programming. These 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.

Inside

Front

Cover

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

1The DC power supply is not switched ON.

2The power cable is faulty.

3The power cable is not connected

securely.

4A power cable fuse is open.

1The input voltage is outside 13.8 V DC

±15% (11.7 to 15.8 V DC).

2The microprocessor has malfunctioned.

The backup lithium battery voltage is too

low.

1Procedures are not being followed

precisely.

2The Lock function is ON.

3The microprocessor and its memory

need resetting.

The Quick Menu function is ON (“MHz” is

lit).

The Lock function is activated.

The Receive Incremental Tuning function is

switched OFF.

1The filter for Digital operation is

selected.

2The LO/WIDTH control or HI/SHIFT

control is set incorrectly.

Corrective Action

1Switch ON the DC power supply.

2Inspect the power cable. Confirm

polarities are correct.

Red: positive (+); Black: negative (–).

3Confirm the power connector is locked

against the transceiver Rear Panel.

Confirm the connections to the DC

power supply are secure.

4Look for the cause of the blown fuse.

After inspecting and correcting any

problems, install a new fuse with the

same rating.

1Correct 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.

2Review "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.

1Review "WRITING CONVENTIONS

FOLLOWED".

2Press [F.LOCK] to turn OFF the Lock

function.

3Review "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.

1Switch Menu No. 19 (PKT.FIL) to OFF.

2Turn the LO/WIDTH control

counterclockwise and the HI/SHIFT

control clockwise.

Page

Ref.

51,52

61, 62

58, 60

1Turn the SQL control counterclockwise.

2Press ATT [DOWN] repeatedly until the

Attenuator function is OFF.

3Press [SEND] to return to the receive

mode.

4Release the Microphone PTT switch.

5Review the sections "SLOPE TUNING",

"IF SHIFT", and "CHANGING RECEIVE

BANDWIDTH". Set the controls correctly.

6Press [ANT] to select the other antenna

connector.

7Switch ON Menu No. 53 (EXT RX).

8Press [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.

1Adjust the SQL control to just eliminate

background noise.

2Unlock some memory channels.

3Store 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.

1Turn OFF the power, ensure the

microphone connector on the Front Panel

has no foreign objects in it, then plug in

the microphone connector. Secure the

connector with the locking ring.

2Switch Menu No. 27 (TX INH) to OFF.

3Press [LSB/USB] or [FM/AM] to select a

voice mode.

4Switch Menu No. 19 (PKT.FIL) to OFF.

5Press [ANT] to select the other antenna

connector.

1Check the antenna connection. Correct

as necessary.

2Reduce the SWR of the antenna system.

3Correct the input voltage.

4Use the provided or an optional DC power

cable.

1The SQL control is fully clockwise.

2The Attenuator function is ON.

3The transceiver is in the transmit mode

since the [SEND] switch was pressed.

4The Microphone PTT switch is pressed.

5The LO/WIDTH control or HI/SHIFT

control is set incorrectly.

6The wrong antenna connector is

selected.

7If using a separate receiver that is

connected to the EXT RX ANT

connector, the connector is not enabled.

8The Advanced Intercept Point function is

ON.

The RF gain control is set too low.

The wrong modulation mode is selected.

1The SQL control is not set correctly.

2You have fewer than two memory

channels that are not locked out.

3You 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.

1The microphone plug is not inserted

completely in the Front Panel connector.

2The Transmit Inhibit function is ON.

3You have selected CW or FSK instead

of a voice mode.

4The filter for Digital operation is

selected.

5The wrong antenna connector (ANT 1/2)

is selected.

1The antenna is not connected correctly.

2The antenna is not matched correctly

with the transceiver.

3The input voltage is outside 13.8 V DC

±15% (11.7 to 15.8 V DC).

4An 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.

12 MAINTENANCE

29, 30,

38, 40,

6, 7

44, 45

25, 41

–

85, 89

–

1Increase 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

mode being used.

2Check antenna connections. Confirm

that the antenna tuner is reporting a low

SWR.

Increase Menu No. 28 (VOX.GAIN).

1Set Menu No. 51 (LINEAR) according to

instructions in "INSTALLATION".

2Inspect 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.

2You must transmit on the repeater’s

input frequency and receive on the

repeater’s output frequency. Refer to

"FM REPEATER OPERATION".

1Re-check all connections using this

manual, your TNC/MCP manual, and

your computer hardware manual as

references.

2Confirm that the RIT and XIT functions

are switched OFF. Confirm that you are

NOT operating split frequency.

3Adjust TX and RX levels using Menu

Nos. 20 (PKT.IN) and 21 (PKT.OUT) and

level controls on your TNC/MCP.

4Reorient/relocate your antenna or

increase your antenna gain.

5Set the TNC/MCP TX delay time to

more than 300 ms.

1Correct the cable.

2Use the same parameters in the

terminal program and the transceiver.

Refer to "COMMUNICATION

PARAMETERS".

3Obtain a terminal program that fully

supports the TS-870S protocol. If

designing your own program, refer to

information in "COMPUTER CONTROL

COMMANDS".

4Disconnect the computer from the

transceiver, and 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.

1The MIC gain control and/or CAR

control is set too low.

2Poor antenna system connections are

causing high SWR.

The VOX gain is set too low.

1The LINEAR Menu setting is incorrect.

2The REMOTE connector wiring is wrong

or faulty.

The Transmit Incremental Tuning function is

switched OFF.

1The repeater requires a Tone frequency

for access.

2You are not operating split frequency.

1Physical connections between the

transceiver, computer, and TNC or MCP

are incorrect, or software settings in the

TNC or MCP are wrong.

2Different transmit and receive

frequencies are being used.

3The levels between the transceiver and

the TNC/MCP are incorrect.

4Your transmitted signal or the incoming

receive signal is too weak.

5The TX delay time parameter in your

TNC/MCP is set incorrectly.

1Your RS-232C cable that connects the

transceiver with the computer is wired

incorrectly.

2Communications parameters set in your

terminal program do not match the

parameters in the transceiver.

3If using a third party terminal program

(not supplied by KENWOOD) on your

computer, it is not accurately interfacing

with the transceiver COM port protocol.

4The serial port on your computer is not

functioning correctly.

The transceiver has low

transmit power.

VOX does not 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.

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.

VS-2

ENGLISH

CN6

Cover A

INSTALLING OPTIONS

REMOVING THE CASE

TOP CASE

1Remove the screws (10 screws).

2Lift off the top case.

BOTTOM CASE

1Remove the screws (12 screws).

2Lift off the bottom case.

DRU-3 DIGITAL RECORDING UNIT

CAUTION:

Switch OFF the power and unplug the DC power cable

before beginning installation.

Note:

Refer to “INTERNAL ADJUSTMENTS” {page 70} for

information on adjusting the recording level.

EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:

•Large Phillips screwdriver

•Small Phillips screwdriver

1Remove the bottom case (12 screws).

2Remove Cover A (see diagram) (7 screws).

3Locate 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.

4Re-install Cover A (7 screws).

5Replace 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

1Confirm that the small switch on the VS-2 unit is in

the “ENGLISH” position.

2Remove the bottom case (12 screws).

3Remove Cover A (7 screws).

4Locate the CN6 cable in the transceiver, and plug

this cable into the VS-2 unit.

CN5 CN5

CN901

DRU-3

Cover A

VS-2

CN6

hreaded

ost

Threaded

post

4Unplug 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.

5Insert the SO-2 unit into the SO-2 board. Solder the

five pins on the unit to the board.

6Slide 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.

7Re-install the SO-2 board in the transceiver in the

same location from which it was removed.

8Re-position Cover B, install only 6 screws, and

replace CN407 that was unplugged in Step 4.

9Re-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

5Orient the VS-2 unit with the large IC (IC1) facing

down, then install this unit on the two threaded posts

using the 2 screws.

6Re-install Cover A (7 screws).

7Replace 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-bracket 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

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 Ω

(with Antenna Tuner 20 ~ 150 Ω)

DC 13.8 V ± 15%

Negative ground

20.5 A

2 A

–10°C ~ 50°C (+14°F ~ 122°F)

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, CW,

FSK, FM

Transmit (max.)

Receive (no signal)

SSB

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 Ω

Wide

Narrow

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

SPECIFICATIONS

RECEIVER

SSB, CW,

FSK, AM

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 Ω, 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 µV or less

4 µV or less

0.2 µV or less

0.13 µV or less

2 µV or less

31.6 µV or less

2 µV or less

0.25 µV or less

–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

40 dB or more

±9.99 kHz

2 µV or less

20 µV or less

2 µV or less

0.25 µV or less

1.5 W or more

8 Ω

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)

(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

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 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 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 quiet,

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 time 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

● 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 hear 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

means of monitoring the beacon frequencies, then

assemble the recorded signal levels into a meaningful

database for later consultation.

Call sign

(long dash)

100

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

LocationStation

Freq (kHz) Call Sign Location Emis. ERP

NCDXF/IARU

beacon network

St. Helena

Sao Paulo

Ottawa

Cyprus

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

28195

28200

28201

28201.5

28202

28202.5

28204

28205

28206

28207.5

28208

28209

See

page 80

KK6TG

PY2GOB

VE3TEN

5B4ZL

VE6YF

IY4M

GB3SX

KF4MS

KG5YB

W6WX

LU8ED

EA7PS

KE5GY

ZS5VHF

DLØIGI

KJ4X

KE4NL

W8FKL

WA1IOB

NX2O

A1A

F1A

—

A1A

F1A

—

A1A

—

F1A

—

A1A

—

A1A

100

0.03

100

—

100

APPENDICES ●

Freq (kHz) Call Sign Location Emis. ERP

28255

28257.5

28259

28260

28262

28263

28264

28265

28266

28268

28268.5

28270

28272.5

28275

28277.5

28280

28281

28282

28283

28283.5

28285

28286

28286.6

28287

28288

28290

28292.5

28294

28294.5

28295

28296

28297

28299

28300

28303

28315

28888

28890

28992

LU1UG

WB4JHS

DKØTEN

WB9FVR

KA1NSV

VK5WI

VK2RSY

N6PEQ

VK6RWA

N9JL

VK6RTW

KB4UPI

W9KFO

VK4RTL

ZS6PW

9L1FTN

AL7GQ

ZS1LA

DFØAAB

KB2BBW

LU8EB

YV5AYV

VE1MUF

OKØEG

VE2HOT

WD4LWG

EA7RCC

N2JNT

VP8ADE

KA1YE

KE2DI

KK4M

N3GPP

KK4M

H44SI

W8OMV

W2NZH

VS6TEN

W3SV

LU2FFV

WC8E

KEØUL

WB8UPN

W3VD

WA4DJS

N8CGY

PY2AMI

KF4MS

ZS1LA

PT7AAC

ZS6DN

W6IRT

WD9GOE

DLØNF

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

—

F1A

—

F1A

—

A1A

—

A1A

—

A1A

—

A1A

—

F1A

—

A1A

—

A1A

—

0.75

—

1.5

—

1.5

100

—

28210

28212.5

28215

28216

28216.8

28217.5

28218

28219

28220

28221

28222

28222.5

28224.5

28225

28227

28227.5

28229

28230

28231

28232

28232.5

28235

28237

28237.5

28240

28240.5

28242.5

28244

28244.5

28245

28246

28247.5

28248

28249

28250

28250.5

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

N2ECB

ZL2MHF

N4LMZ

W7JPI

KD4EC

VP9BA

NV6A

YO2KHP

LA5TEN

KB8JVH

OA4CK

5Z4ERR

ZS1CTB

WA6APQ

WT8D

KBØDJJ

A92C

N8KHE

EA2HB

K1BZ

PI7BQC

KØHTF

N4MW

WJ9Z

Z21ANB

4N3ZHK

WB4JHS

WJ7X

—

A1A

—

F1A

A1A

—

A1A

—

F1A

A1A

—

F1A

—

A1A

—

A1A

—

F1A

—

F1A

A1A

—

A1A

—

F1A

A1A

—

F1A

A1A

—

A1A

—

F1A

—

A1A

—

0.5

—

0.5

—

0.05

2.5

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

Springfield, 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

● 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 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 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 or 30 m

30 or 40 m

40 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

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 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 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

1start 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

—

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

RXD

TXD

GND

RTS

CTS

TS-870S Rear panel view

12345

9876

● 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

SELECTION

RECEIVE

FILTER

DISPLAY

FILTER WIDTH

AGC TIME

CONSTANT

IF SHIFT

DIRECTION

IF SHIFT

FREQUENCY

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

MODE

FUNCTION

FREQUENCY

RIT/XIT

FREQUENCY

MEMORY

CHANNEL

MEMORY

CHANNEL

SPLIT DATA

MEMORY

LOCKOUT

TX/RX

TONE NUMBER

MODEL

NUMBER

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 "–",

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

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

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.

FunctionCommand

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.

67.0

71.9

74.4

77.0

79.7

82.5

85.4

88.5

91.5

94.8

97.4

100.0

103.5

107.2

110.9

114.8

118.8

123.0

127.3

131.8

136.5

141.3

146.2

151.4

156.7

162.2

167.9

173.8

179.9

186.2

192.8

203.5

210.7

218.1

225.7

233.6

241.8

250.3

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 Format

No. of

Digits

KEYER SPEED

KEYER

MESSAGE

KEYER

BUFFER

LOAD

MESSAGE

LEVEL

POWER

CONTROL

ATTENUATOR

SEMI BREAK-IN

DELAY TIME

SYSTEM

RESET

VOX DELAY

TIME



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.

● APPENDICES

ERROR MESSAGES

In addition to the Answer Command, the transceiver can

send the following error messages:

COMMAND USE PRECAUTIONS

1Do not use the control characters 00 to 1Fh since

they are either ignored or cause a “?” answer.

2Program execution may be delayed while turning the

Tuning control rapidly.

3Receive data is not processed if the frequency is

entered from the keypad.

FunctionCommand

Sets or reads RIT (OFF/ON).

Raises RIT frequency.

Selects receive mode.

Sets or reads Scan (OFF/ON).

Sets 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.

Note: Occasionally this message may not

appear due to microprocessor transients in the

transceiver.

FunctionCommand

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

frequency.

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.

APPENDICES ●

MENU SELECTION TABLE FOR “EX” COMMAND, PARAMETER 36

02/ 03/

04/ 05

45/ 46/

47/ 48

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

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

VOX.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

OFF

0016:

Slow

OFF

(Fast)

OFF

100

Slow

–6

OFF

(Min)

1800

High

OFF

OFF: 0000

Menu Nos. 00~68: 0001~0069

Function Nos. 69~73: 0070~0074

OFF

Low

0002

0018:

Fast

Med

300

Fast

2300

Bass

0001

0017:

Med

Min

1200

Med

–3

2000

Comb

0004

0020:

Max

(Slow)

3000

0003

0019:

High

2600

0005

0006

0007

(Max)

0008

0009

0010

0011

0012

0013

0014

0015

Item

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 35 40 45 50 55 60

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

400 450 500 550 600 650 700 750 800 850 900 950 1000

0 100 200 300 400 500

High

● 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

No.

LINEAR

1M/500k (kHz)

EXT RX

TRNSFER

DIRECT

COM.RATE

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

12 1

Sub Tone Nos. 01~39: 0001~0039

OFF

Low

170

OFF

1275

OFF

Fast

500

24 1

High

200

2125

0002 0003 0004

1To reliably use the 38400 or 57600 bps transfer rates, the serial port of your computer must support these high-speed

communications parameters.

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 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.

Auto information OFF/ON

AI AUTO INFORMATION

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 32 AI NUMBER

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

P1 ;

AI ;

4567891011121314

;

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.

Sets or reads AF gain.

AG AF GAIN

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 31 AF GAIN

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

AG P1 ;

AG ;

4567891011121314

P1AG ;

Selects antenna connector ANT 1/ ANT 2.

AN ANTENNA NUMBER

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 33 ANTENNA

NUMBER

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

P1 ;

AN ;

4567891011121314

;

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

Parameter Format Parameter function

TUNE THRU/IN

(Answer Only)

TUNE THRU/IN

TUNE OFF/ON

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

AC P2P3 ;

ACP1P2 P3 ;

AC ;

4567891011121314

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

Parameter Format Parameter function

TUNE THRU/IN

(Answer Only)

TUNE THRU/IN

TUNE OFF/ON

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

AC P2P3 ;

ACP1P2 P3 ;

AC ;

4567891011121314

uio!0

● APPENDICES

Sets or reads carrier gain.

CG CARRIER GAIN

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 31 CARRIER GAIN

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

CG P1 ;

CG ;

4567891011121314

P1CG ;

Microphone DOWN/UP function.

Parameter Format Parameter function

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

DN/UP ;

4567891011121314

UP DOWN/UP

Sets or reads CW Break-in.

BI BREAK IN

Note:

The setting for P1 is not linked with the

VOX OFF/ON parameter.

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 34 BREAK-IN

OFF/ON

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

BIP1;

BI ;

4567891011121314

Reads Busy signals.

BY BUSY

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 1 BUSY OFF/ON

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

BYP1

;

BY ;

4567891011121314

Sets or reads Beat Cancel.

BC BEAT CANCEL

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 1 BEAT CANCEL

OFF/ON

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

P1 ;

BC ;

4567891011121314

;

Sets or reads Transmit Equalizer.

EQ EQUALIZER

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 1 TRANSMIT

EQUALIZER

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

P1 ;

EQ ;

4567891011121314

;

Sets or reads Menu.

EX EXTENSION MENU

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 35 MENU

NUMBER

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

EX P1 ;

EX ;

4567891011121314

P1EX ;

P2 36 MENU

SELECTION

Sets or reads VFO A/ VFO B frequency.

FA FREQUENCY VFO A/ VFO B

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 4 FREQUENCY

34567891011121314

Input commands FunctionOutput commands

Set

command

Read

command

Answer command

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28

1234567891011121314

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28

123456

FP1

7891011 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

;

F A/B

A/B

Reads RX filter dot display.

FD RX FILTER DOT DISPLAY

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 37 RX FILTER

DISPLAY

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

FD P1 ;

FD ;

4567891011121314

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).

APPENDICES ●

Sets RX/TX (VFO A/B, memory channel).

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 3 FUNCTION

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

FP1;

F R/T ;

4567891011121314

FT FUNCTION RX, FUNCTION TX

R/T

Reads status of the transceiver.

IF INFORMATION

Parameter Format Parameter function

P10

P11

P12

P13

P14

P15

–

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

34567891011121314

Input commands FunctionOutput commands

Set

command

Read

command

Answer command

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28

123

IF;

4567891011121314

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28

123456

IF P1

7891011 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27

P7P4P3

29 30 31 32 33 34

P8 P9 P10 P11 P12 P13

P14

36 37 38

;

39 40 41 42

Fine function OFF/ON

FS FINE STEP

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 1 FINE OFF/ON

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

FSP1;

FS ;

4567891011121314

Sets or reads IF shift. For SSB and AM, sets or reads the low-pass filter

cut-off frequency.

IS IF 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)

Parameter Format Parameter function

IF SHIFT

DIRECTION

IF SHIFT

FREQUENCY

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

ISP1 P2 ;

IS;

4567891011121314

Sets or reads keying speed while using the KY command.

KS KEYER SPEED

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 42 KEYER SPEED

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

KS P1 ;

KS ;

4567891011121314

P1KS ;

Sets or reads filter bandwidth. For SSB and AM, sets or reads the

high-pass filter cut-off frequency.

FW FILTER WIDTH

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 38 FILTER WIDTH

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

FW P1 ;

FW ;

4567891011121314

FW ;

Note:

Allowable data(units of 10 Hz):

SSB:

CW:

FSK:

FM:

AM:

0, 5, 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 80, 100

5, 10, 20, 40, 60, 100

25, 50, 100, 150

500, 600, 800, 1000, 1200, 1400

0, 10, 20, 50

Sets or reads AGC time constant.

GT AUTO GAIN CONTROL TIME CONSTANT

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 39 AGC TIME CONSTANT

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

GT P1 ;

GT ;

4567891011121314

P1GT ;

Reads Model number of the transceiver.

ID IDENTIFICATION

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 16 MODEL NUMBER

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

ID P1 ;

ID;

4567891011121314

Converts input characters into Morse code.

KY CW KEYING

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 43 KEYER MESSAGE

KEYER BUFFER

34567891011121314

Input commands FunctionOutput commands

Set

command

Read

command

Answer command

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28

1234567891011121314

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28

123456

KP1

7891011 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

;

P2 44

Note:

The Set command requires a " " (ASCII

code 20h) 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_______________ ;

● APPENDICES

Sets or reads transmit monitor level.

ML TRANSMIT MONITOR LEVEL

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 46 TRANSMIT

MONITOR

LEVEL

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

ML P1

ML P1 ;

ML ;

4567891011121314

;

Sets Lock OFF/ON or reads status.

LK LOCK

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 1 LOCK OFF/ON

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

P1 ;

LK ;

4567891011121314

;

DRS recording

LM LOAD MESSAGE

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 45 LOAD

MESSAGE

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

P1 ;

LM ;

4567891011121314

;

Sets Transmit Monitor OFF/ON or reads status.

MN TRANSMIT MONITOR

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 1 TRANSMIT

MONITOR

OFF/ON

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

P1 ;

MN ;

4567891011121314

;

Sets or reads memory channels.

MC MEMORY CHANNEL

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 _NOT USED

34567891011121314

t Function

Set

MC ;

MEMORY CHANNEL

Reads memory.

MR MEMORY READ

Parameter Format Parameter function

–

SPLIT DATA

NOT USED

MEMORY CHANNEL

FREQUENCY

MODE

MEMORY LOCKOUT

TONE OFF/ON

TONE NUMBER

NOT USED

34567891011121314

Input commands FunctionOutput commands

Set

command

Read

command

Answer command

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28

123

MR ;

4567891011121314

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28

123456

7891011 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27

29 30 31 32 33 34

36 37 38 39 40 41 42

;

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.

Sets or reads modes.

MD MODE

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 2 MODE

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

P1 ;

MD ;

4567891011121314

;

Sets or reads MIC gain.

MG MIC GAIN

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 31 MIC GAIN

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

MG P1 ;

MG ;

4567891011121314

P1MG ;

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

Parameter Format Parameter function

–

SPLIT DATA

NOT USED

MEMORY CHANNEL

FREQUENCY

MODE

MEMORY LOCKOUT

TONE OFF/ON

TONE NUMBER

NOT USED

34567891011121314

Input commands FunctionOutput commands

Set

command

Read

command

Answer command

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28

1234567891011121314

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28

123456

7891011 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27

29 30 31 32 33 34

36 37 38 39 40 41 42

;

APPENDICES ●

DRS playback

PB PLAY BACK

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 27 PLAYBACK

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

P1 ;

PB ;

4567891011121314

;

Sets or reads transmit power.

PC POWER CONTROL

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 47 POWER

CONTROL

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

PC P1 ;

PC ;

4567891011121314

P1PC ;

Sets or reads Speech Processer level.

PL SPEECH PROCESSOR LEVEL

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 46 PROCESSER

INPUT LEVEL

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

PL P1 ;

PL ;

4567891011121314

P1PL ;

P2 46 PROCESSER

OUTPUT LEVEL

Sets Speech Processor OFF/ON or reads status.

PR SPEECH PROCESSOR

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 1 SPEECH

PROCESSOR

OFF/ON

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

P1 ;

PR ;

4567891011121314

;

Sets Power OFF/ON or reads status.

PS POWER SWITCH

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 1 POWER

OFF/ON

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

P1 ;

PS ;

4567891011121314

;

Sets Noise Blanker OFF/ON or reads status.

NB NOISE BLANKER

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 1 NOISE

BLANKER

OFF/ON

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

P1 ;

NB ;

4567891011121314

;

Sets or reads Noise Blanker level.

NL NOISE BLANKER LEVEL

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 46 NOISE

BLANKER

LEVEL

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

NL P1

NL P1 ;

NL ;

4567891011121314

;

Sets Noise Reduction OFF/ON or reads status.

NR NOISE REDUCTION

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 1 NOISE

REDUCTION

OFF/ON

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

P1 ;

NR ;

4567891011121314

;

Sets or reads Notch Filter.

NT NOTCH

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 1 NOTCH

OFF/ON

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

P1 ;

NT ;

4567891011121314

;

Sets AIP OFF/ON or reads status.

MX MIXER

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 1 AIP OFF/ON

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

P1 ;

MX ;

4567891011121314

;

● APPENDICES

Sets RIT OFF/ON or reads status.

RT RIT

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 1 RIT OFF/ON

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

P1 ;

RT ;

4567891011121314

;

Sets or reads RF ATT(attenuator).

RA RF ATTENUATOR

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 48 ATTENUATOR

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

RA P1 ;

RA ;

4567891011121314

RA ;

Sets the RIT frequency shift to 0.

Parameter Format Parameter function

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

4567891011121314

RIT CLEAR

Note:

This command also clears the XIT

frequency (same as RIT shift).

The command functions independently

from the RIT/XIT control.

Selects receive/transmit mode.

Parameter Format Parameter function

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

;

TX RX, TX

RX/TX

1234567891011121314

Lowers/raises RIT frequency.

Parameter Format Parameter function

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

4567891011121314

RU RIT DOWN/UP

D/U

Note:

This command also affects the XIT

frequency (same as RIT shift).

The command functions independently

from the RIT/XIT control.

Sets Scan OFF/ON or reads status.

SC SCAN

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 1 SCAN OFF/ON

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

P1 ;

SC ;

4567891011121314

;

Sets or reads RF gain.

RG RF GAIN

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 31 RF GAIN

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

RG P1 ;

RG ;

4567891011121314

P1RG ;

Sets or reads Semi Break-in delay time.

SD SEMI BREAK-IN DELAY TIME

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 49 SEMI BREAK-IN

DELAY TIME

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

SD P1 ;

SD ;

4567891011121314

SD ;

Selects a meter function or reads meter values.

RM READ METER

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 24 METER SWITCH

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

P1 ;

RM ;

4567891011121314

RM ;

P2 22 METER VALUE

S-meter and TX RF meter readings.

SM S-METER

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 22 S-METER

VALUE

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

SM P1 ;

SM ;

4567891011121314

APPENDICES ●

Sets XIT OFF/ON.

XT XIT

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 1 XIT OFF/ON

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

P1 ;

XT ;

4567891011121314

;

Sets or reads squelch level.

SQ SQUELCH LEVEL

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 46 SQUELCH

LEVEL

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

SQ P1 ;

SQ ;

4567891011121314

P1SQ ;

Resets the transceiver.

SR SYSTEM RESET

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 50 SYSTEM

RESET

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

4567891011121314

;

Sets or reads VOX delay time.

VD VOX DELAY TIME

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 51 VOX DELAY

TIME

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

VD P1 ;

VD ;

4567891011121314

VD ;

Triggers the Voice Synthesizer for message output.

VR VOICE RECALL

Parameter Format Parameter function

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

;

4567891011121314

Sets VOX OFF/ON.

VX VOX FUNCTION

Parameter Format Parameter function

P1 1 VOX OFF/ON

34567891011121314

Input FunctionOutput

SetReadAnswer

1234567891011121314

123

P1 ;

VX ;

4567891011121314

;

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

Frequencies, Popular ............. 40

Transmitting ........................... 40

Amplifier, Linear

Connection (REMOTE) .......... 5

Amplitude Modulation (see AM)

AMTOR

Connection (ACC 2) ............... 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

CHECK 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 ................. 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

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 .......................... 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

Band Plan .............................. 39

Repeaters .............................. 38

Subtone, Frequency ............... 39

Subtone, Type ........................ 39

Transmitting ........................... 38

Memory Channels

Channel 99 ............................ 54

Conventional .......................... 54

Erasing .................................. 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

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 ............................... 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 ................................... 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

Frequencies, 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

SSB ....................................... 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

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