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Application Hint for Tuning with the Kenwood TS-480HX
On the Kenwood TS-480HX 200 watt radio, a built in feature of the radio makes it easy to
tune quickly and safely. The TS-480HX has a programmable function key (
PF
key) on the front
panel, that can be programmed to transmit a low power tuning carrier.
To program this key for use as a tuning carrier button, press the
MENU
button on the front
of the TS-480HX. Rotate the
MULTI
knob until menu #48 “
FRONT PANEL PF KEY
ASSIGNMENT
” is showing.
Now press the up or down arrow button above the
MULTI
knob until
67
is showing. Press
the
MENU
button again to return to normal operation.
Pressing the
PF
key on the radio will now begin transmitting a low power tuning carrier
which is suitable for tuning with the AT200ProII. Press the
PF
key again when the tuning cycle
ends, to stop transmitting the carrier.
If the AT200ProII is in fully automatic mode, pressing the
PF
key is all that is required to
begin tuning on a newly selected frequency. In semi-automatic mode, press and hold the
TUNE
button on the tuner for one second, then press the
PF
key to begin transmitting a tuning carrier.
Remember to press the
PF
key again when the tuning cycle is complete, to stop transmitting the
carrier.
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