My understanding is the usb generates two serial ports, one for gps and one for tnc. However, the settings, especially the bluetooth connection, are not ever simple. Obviously, i was unable to upload large files using the limited alinco tnc, 9. Kenwood tmd710g transceivers mobile dual band 2m70cm. By utilizing this software, you can enjoy the versatility of the th d72ae transceiver through the memory channel management or edit functions.
Crossband repeat is a feature that didnt exist in the d72, but it would be nice if kenwood would include it in an upcoming radio. Firmware updating program thd72 main firmware update version 1. Previous month next month january february march april may june july august september october november december. The summary of thd7 connections, baud rates and related. If this value is too short, or even zero, it is possible your radio wont transmit complete packets. The d72 is a dual band radio vhf uhf capable of outputting 5w.
Krsd72 software software program memories and other setting of the kenwood thd72 radio. This equipment requires a licence and is intended for use in the countries as below. The trifolded reference card is a laminated card the size of a credit card for easy carrying in a wallet or purse. Setting up a kenwood tmd710g for aprs amateur radio. The software tnc uses the agw packet engine api and emulates the. Thd72a and thd72e data communicator fm dual bander click image to enlarge see the link below for download the brochure in japanese lang.
Contribute to la3qmath d72kenwood development by creating an account on github. View and download kenwood th d72ae user manual online. Thd7 pg4w programming cable diagram well, i just received a very nice kenwood thd7gii portable vhfuhf radio. But that is still not the end of its versatility, as the thd72 has it own built in sirf star iii gps with a 5000 point logger function, as well as the the ability to.
Offering position and weather information, the thd72a opens up broad new vistas of outdoor enjoyment, especially for activities like trekking. With the mcp4a memory control software a free download from the kenwood website, you can use a computer to input, edit and manage data for the th d72as memory channels and aprs functions, for example. Is the tnc over the usb cable, a kenwood type rs232, or some other connectorcable. Enables storage of the startup bitmap images which are retrieved from the th d72 to the pc. There is also a cdrom in the box that contains the complete manual, but of course none of my computers have a. Thd72 radio programming software kenwood radio software. The kenwood thd72 comes with an abbreviated printed manual, which only barely gets you started using the radio. The first part of a packet may be sent from the tnc, as the radio is going from receive to transmit. Kenwood tmd710g 144 430 mhz fm transceiver aprs tnc built in gps echolink ready. Firmware updating program tmd710 rcd710 tnc update version.
Keep in mind that the tx delay allows the tnc to key the radio, before sending any packets. Kenwood thd74a digital triband handheld transceivers thd74a. I really appreciate the extra steps the kenwood engineers took to create such good fidelity from the tiny speaker. You can update the thd74ae firmware by connecting the thd74ae to the pc by using a microusb cable. If you agree with the details listed above, click the following link to download the firmware updating program. With the gps repeater scan, i was on the air in minutes. After you turn on the gps it can find a local dstar repeater. Generic ebay search for thd72 for some other items that may catch my eye. I have programmed my repeaters using mcp but when viewing the list on d74, the ab button does not switch between frequency and name. Featuring the sirfstar iii highperformance gps receiver, kenwoods th d72a dualband transceiver is compatible with aprs data communications. The good news is that it works well as a portable packet station when running in.
The thd74ae firmware has been updated from version 1. View the brochure for tmd710ga view the manual for tmd710ga equipped with gps unit. Bringing smart aprs operation closer the gps unit required for mobile station aprs operation is included in the control panel. Offering position and weather information, the th d72a opens up broad new vistas of outdoor enjoyment, especially for activities like trekking. We are offering the firmware updating program to the th d74ae owners. Firmware updating program thd74 firmware update version 1. Spectrum analyzer updating the firmware 1 measuring range. Whether or not the tnc can be updated upgraded via software update is unknown at this time, but the latest firmware updates didnt provide any new tnc functionality that im aware of. This software does not modify the system registry parameters or system folder. Kenwood thd72a transceivers ht dual band 2m70cm, thd72a. Vhf uhf dual band w tnc for packet and aprs thd7 thd7a thd7e category is a curation of 21 web resources on, vch1 visual communicator, kenwood thd7 tips and tricks, palm iii to kenwood th d7ae.
In addition to the beeline gps transmitter, you will need a suitable receiver and aprs packet decoder tnc. Help with th d72a setup for ariss aprs packet page 2. We are offering the firmware updating program to the thd74ae owners. Krs d72 software software program memories and other setting of the kenwood th d72 radio. The krsd72 radio programming software is designed to give you the ease and convenience of programming the memories and set menu options of your radio from your pc. Kenwood thd72 manuals, drivers, firmware, and software. What sets the d72 apart from most other radios is that it has aprs capabilities with a tnc and gps receiver built right into the radio. Now kenwood has raised the bar even further with the new thd74a digital triband handheld transceivers.
Twentyfour highquality laminated pages, loaded with instructions for everything the thd72 has to offer. In rms express, i start a packet winlink session and configure it as a kenwood thd72 aband session at 9600 baud on the correct com port. Standard signal generator ssg updated using firmware updating program s. Aprsis32 users have used it for both gps and aprs mapping. At a one hertz record rate, more than 2 hours of position data can be logged. You can update the th d74ae firmware by connecting the th d74ae to the pc by using a microusb cable. New kenwood thd72a some basic information saturday, 08 march 2014 15. This is a collection of all manuals, drivers, firmware, software, and modifications for the kenwood th d72 amateur radio. Not all functions available via conventional tnc s are supported by the tnc built in this transceiver. Works with windows 7 32 and 64 bit, windows 8 and 8. Also see my aprs beginner guide in the files area of the yahoo groups for the d700, d7 and.
This transceiver is sure to make ham radio operations easier and more fun for all. The use of the warning symbol means the equipment is subject to restrictions of use in certain countries. Between the volume control and antenna jack is the custom built gps receiver. Be sure to download the latest manual the manual in the box is incomplete. Power can be set independently on the a and b bands. Offering position data and weather information, thd72a hts open up broad new vistas of outdoor enjoyment, especially for activities like trekking, biking, hiking, camping, backpacking and most other outdoor activities. The thf6thf7 seems like a good candidate for that, being on the market around 15 years. Due to the updates above, the memory control program mcp4a also has been updated to ver.
Kenwood thd7ag, kenwood thd7a amateur radio ht thd7. The thd72 has only been on the market for just over 6 years, and kenwood recently released a firmware update for it. The beeline gps has onboard nonvolatile memory that stores coordinates for download after your flight. The mcp4a programming software is available as a free download from the kenwood website. A software tnc that uses a soundcard as a modem and supports ax.
You can send messages or commands to far away stations, obtain a variety of information via your local bulletin boards, or enjoy other packet. The builtin kiss tnc makes packet radio and aprs easy to use. The th d74ae firmware has been updated from version 1. Same as thd72 general new firmware functions internal gps onoff add waypoint waypoint list adding gps on menu same as thd72 gps menu pc output. Marketing code thd72a ktypeusa and canada so checking the website below, it appears my radio needs a firmware update but this e version discussion has my head spinning. Kenwood has in depth manuals for each model for aprs.