Note
The Kenwood TM-V7 is a compact FM dual-band mobile transceiver designed for versatile VHF and UHF operation. These units are engineered to provide sophisticated features in a small form factor, making them ideal for both mobile and fixed-station environments.
When it was released, the TM-V7A was marketed as a high-end, compact dual-bander. It was particularly popular for its detachable front panel, which was only a little larger than a deck of cards, making it one of the most flexible mobile rigs for vehicle installation during that era. It also featured built-in support for 1200/9600 bps packet radio, reflecting the growing interest in digital modes in the late 90s.
It was replaced by the TM-V71A, introduced 2007.
Features
– Dual Band Receive: Allows for the simultaneous reception of two frequencies. Supported configurations include VHF/UHF, VHF/VHF, and UHF/UHF.
– Large Dot-Matrix LCD: Features an alpha-numeric display that is positive/negative reversible for optimal visibility.
– Extensive Memory: Offers a maximum of 280 memory channels (140 for VHF and 140 for UHF). Up to 180 of these channels can be assigned custom names.
– Programmable Memory (PM): Includes four PM channels that can store and quickly recall entire operating environments, including TX band, volume, and frequency settings.
– Visual Scan: Graphically displays the activity levels of up to 147 frequency channels simultaneously.
– Packet Operation Ready: Features a dedicated DATA connector supporting both 1200 bps and 9600 bps packet operations.
– Detachable Front Panel: The compact front panel can be detached from the main body for flexible mounting in vehicles.
– Integrated Transceiver Guide: An on-screen help system that guides users through basic functions and operations.
General Specifications
Frequency Coverage: 144–148, and 438–450 MHz
– Output Power:
VHF: (Hi) 50, (Med), 10, (Low) 5 watts
UHF: (Hi) 35, (Med), 10, (Low) 5 watts
– Antenna Impedance: 50 Ω
– Microphone Impedance: 600 Ω
– Frequency Stability: Within ±10 ppm
– Modulation: FM (Reactance modulation).
– Maximum Frequency Deviation: ±5 kHz.
– Spurious Radiation: Less than -60 dB.
– Receiver Circuitry: Double conversion superheterodyne.
– Intermediate Frequencies (IF): 1st IF: 45.05 MHz (VHF), 38.85 MHz (UHF); 2nd IF: 455 kHz.
– Sensitivity (12dB SINAD): Less than 0.16 µV.
– Squelch Sensitivity: Less than 0.1 µV.
– Audio Output Power: More than 2.0 W (8 Ω, 5% distortion).
– Operating Temperature -20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F)
Power Requirements: 13.8 V DC (±15%)
Current Consumption
Transmit: < 11 amps
Receive: < 1 amp
