Kenwood TK-373G Service Manual page 4

TK-373G
2. Programmable keys
The functions the FPU programs to the function keys are
described in the following sections.
1) AUX
If this key is pressed, a dot appears at the extreme right of
the LCD and AUX port which is inside of the transceiver
turns to the active level. If pressed again, the dot disappears
and the AUX ports turns to the deactive level.
2) Display character
This key switches the LCD display between the system/
group number and system/group name.
3) DTMF ID (Begin of TX)
Pressing this key in Conventional mode, automatically sends
the preset DTMF ID (Begin of TX).
4) DTMF ID (End of TX)
Pressing this key in Conventional mode, automatically sends
the preset DTMF ID (End of TX).
5) Group up/down
When the key is pressed each time, the group number to
be selected is incremented/decremented and repeats if held
for one second or longer.
6) Home group
Each pressing of the key selects a preset system/group.
7) Key lock
Pressing this key causes the transceiver to accept entry of
only the [Monitor Toggle], [Key Lock], [PTT], [Lamp], [Monitor
Momentary], [Squelch off Momentary], and [Squelch off
Toggle] keys.
8) Lamp
This key illuminates the LCD and keys on the front panel.
When the key is pressed, the LED lamp goes on.
When it is released, the lamp goes off after about five
seconds. If any key is pressed while the LED lamp is on,
the lamp is kept on for five seconds.
9) Memory
This key allows DTMF memory data to be recalled; up to 32
memories each with a memory dial of up to 16 digits
and an A/N of up to 8 digits per memory.
10) None
An error operation beep sounds, and no action will occur.
Use this function when the transceiver is required to be
operated more simply.
11) Redial
Pressing this key when System/Group is shown, displays
the previously transmitted DTMF code. Pressing [PTT] at
this time, transmits the code that is currently displayed.
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OPERATING FEATURES
12) RF power low
13) Scan
14) Scan Del/Add
15) Scan temporary delete
16) Squelch off
17) System up/down
18) Telephone disconnect
3. Scan Operating
1) System scan
programming the scan feature. When the "Scan" key is pressed
and the "SCN"' mark appears, scan mode in entered. Scanning
starts from the system following the currently displayed system.
When a call is received, scanning stops, and the system and
group are displayed.
during scanning, the scan stops and the revert system or group
can be changed. Scanning resumes one second after the key
is released.
System Scan consists of the following 2 types.
the DEL/ADD feature is assigned to the programmable key, it
can be controlled from the front panel.
Used to temporarily switch transmission output to low power.
Turning the function on enables:
Hi Low, Low Low
Key states are backed up, except in the PC mode when
they are reset.
Pressing this key starts scanning. Pressing this key again
stops scanning.
Used to select whether system scan routines are used during
system scan. Each pressing of the key (to ON) toggles
between lockout and lock. The scan routine is started when
on lock. The DEL indicator flashes when the system is on
lockout.
This key is temporarily deleted a system being scanned. If
you press this key when scan is stopped (when a call is
being received from another station), the system is
temporarily deleted and scanning restarts.
This key operates even when "Scan Type" is set to "List
Type System Scan".
Used to release signalling or squelch when operating in
conventional mode.
When the key is pressed each time, the system number to
be selected is incremented/decremented and repeats if held
for one second or longer.
Pressing this key ends an RIC connection (disconnects the
telephone line).
System scan can be selected with the "Scan" key by
When the system knob or programming key is touched
Fix system scan
All the set systems except locked-out ones are scanned. If