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KI6DZU
05-30-2006, 06:57 AM
I have a basic question on this rig. What does the "tone" knob do? There are 4 selections, and Im not exactly sure on the function of this selector. I bought it used on ebay and did not get the owners manual. Any help would be appreciated.
Rick
KI6DZU
W0LPQ
05-30-2006, 11:07 AM
You have a solid radio that is almost immune to any cross mod. Had one for over 30 years.
The tone knob, if the internal accessory is plugged in, will allow to tone to be transmitted, or will open the receiver if the correct tone is received, or both, or none of the above. Off/None is correct position if no board is installed.
If you don't have the manual, get one. They are invaluable.
Bill, W0LPQ
KI6DZU
05-30-2006, 05:25 PM
I see. Is that the PL tone? Or the DTMF thats on the side? Im assuming I should just leave it on off. Do you know of a place that has the manuals? Or am I going to have to buy it?
Rick
KI6DZU
W0LPQ
05-30-2006, 07:25 PM
Yes it is PL. There is NO DTMF available unless you want to add an external TT Pad, which is what I did to mine.
For manuals, you could try the Kenwood site or the BAMA site. There are others as well. Google one.
Bill, W0LPQ
WA2ZDY
06-07-2006, 11:56 AM
If they strike out, try www.manualman.com. #Pete is a good guy, a fellow ham and has a HUGE inventory of stuff.
K0CRX
06-13-2006, 06:58 PM
The internal tone board is good for one tone only and virtually impossible to find. For best results, use an outboard tone generator. They are all over eBay for $20 -$30. I use a Communications Specialists TE-12P and it's a good marriage. IMHO, the TR-7400 is one of the best VHF radios anyone ever produced!
73,
Mike
