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Introduction 

 
DX Engineering Switch Pad 8 Transceiver External Keypad (

DXE-SWP8

) is an eight button 

keypad for use with specific 

Kenwood

 and 

Icom

 transceiver models.  

 
For specific Kenwood transceivers, in addition to voice memory 
keyer access, the 

DXE-SWP8

 can also access a full 

complement of  99 Personal Functions  as described in the 
Kenwood transceiver’s manuals. 
 
With specific Icom transceivers, it provides a method of 
selecting Voice, CW, RTTY and PSK keying memories without 
the need to access the keyer menu on the transceiver's main 
touch screen. This prevents the reduction of the functionality of 
the main screen during contesting. It also enhances transceiver keyer memory access without the 
need to integrate the radio with a computer program.  
 
This convenient keypad connects to the 3.5 mm jack used for an external keypad  on these 
transceivers: 

 

 

 

 

Kenwood TS-890S 

 

 

 

 

Kenwood TS-990S

 

 

 

 

 

Icom IC-7610 

 

 

 

 

Icom IC-7850 

 

 

 

 

Icom IC-7851 

 
Refer to your transceiver’s manual for full functional details of using an external keypad.  
 
 

Features

 

 

Works with specified Kenwood and Icom transceivers  

 

Provides instant access to 99 Personal Functions in specific Kenwood transceivers 

 

Allows instant access to transmit 8 pre-recorded messages stored in your Icom transceiver 

 

Unit is passive - does not require power to operate 

 

Plugs into the rear of the transceiver using a 3.5 mm plug 

 

Eight momentary on push button switches to access eight functions 
 

 
Future Kenwood and Icom  transceivers may work with the 

DXE-SWP8

 - Check the DX 

Engineering website for updates and any 

DXE-SWP8

 manual revisions.

 

 
 
Manual Updates and Information 

 
Every effort is made to supply the latest manual revision with each product. Occasionally a manual 
will be updated between the time your DX Engineering product is shipped and when you receive it. 
Please check the DX Engineering web site (www.dxengineering.com) for the latest revision manual. 

Summary of Contents for DXE-SWP8

Page 1: ...ernal Key Pad DXE SWP8 DXE SWP8 INS Revision 0 DX Engineering 2019 1200 Southeast Ave Tallmadge OH 44278 USA Phone 800 777 0703 Tech Support and International 330 572 3200 Fax 330 572 3279 E mail DXEn...

Page 2: ...ceivers Kenwood TS 890S Kenwood TS 990S Icom IC 7610 Icom IC 7850 Icom IC 7851 Refer to your transceiver s manual for full functional details of using an external keypad Features Works with specified...

Page 3: ...e DXE SWP8 by removing the screws on the case to gain access to the two internal jumpers The two jumpers are labeled KWD ICM KWD Kenwood ICM Icom Set BOTH jumpers to the transceiver brand you are usin...

Page 4: ...turn on the various functions that the external keypad is capable of performing Information about that is in the Icom TS 990S manual Once set up the eight switches on the DXE SWP8 can be programmed wi...

Page 5: ...r item 18 in the ICOM IC 7610 Basic Manual version A7380D 1EX 2 The IC 7610 MENU needs to be accessed to turn on the external keypad Information about that is in the Icom IC 7610 manual Once set up th...

Page 6: ...5 Button Message or Radio Function 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Button Message or Radio Function 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8...

Page 7: ...6 Button Message or Radio Function 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Button Message or Radio Function 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8...

Page 8: ...allation damaged from severe weather including floods or abnormal environmental conditions such as prolonged exposure to corrosives or power surges or by the performance of repairs or alterations outs...

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