The advanced kenwood tmd710a follows in the proud tradition of the popular tmd700a. Ive had my tm d710g connected to rigcat to fldigi on windows via the pg5h cables for a couple weeks now. Diamond az507rsp antenna 27 long, spring mounted comet cp5m so239 lip mount first thing up was figuring out wherehow to put the antenna mount so i could easily route the cable into the cabin. The d710 is set up so that packet sartrack and rms express work with band a. The control panel has a mounting bracket for mobile use which is intended to be attached to a flat surface, but i havent found any description of how large the bracket is so i can tell whether it will fit where i have in mind. The comet cp5m mount has 18 of really thin coax attached to the mount, for easy routing through weather seals and the like.
With a portable computer, allows you to enjoy packet operation quite easily. Set the kenwood tmd710a into packet12 mode for running packet radio. I have a tmd710g the seller reports it as the d710ga, but chirp reports it as the tmd710gp and im trying to work out how difficult it would be to implement support for my radio. The advanced kenwood tmd710ga follows in the proud tradition of the popular tmd710a and tmd700a. Its very simple to interface the tmd710 or tmv71 for remote control via the rrc. I had a tmd710a in my truck for several years and it worked very well. Microphone microphone with keypad memory control program microphone plug adapter. This configuration lets me see stations around me data on the kenwood screen, map locations on the garmin screen. The hf band frequency is displayed, making operation easy. These transceivers are gps and aprs equipped find kenwood tmd710ga 144440 mhz fm dual band mobiles tmd710g and get free standard. Kenwood tmd710g, kenwood tmd710ga aprs mobile radio. The rt systems programming software makes it easy to program memory channels, vfos, programmable memory settings, and other menu settings of the radio. I have been using its predecessor, the tmd700a, for nearly five years, and considered it the finest, most featurerich dual band mobile i had ever used. The update from the tmd710ae to tmd710g was to integrate a gps receiver for the aprs.
Garmins website is not the most helpful with listing their specs for new ones. Tmd710g field programmable vhfuhf dual band mobile radio with gps price includes. As i only have mac and linux systems available, im actually unable to program my radio currently, which is quite inconvenient. Kenwood tmd710g vhfuhf dual band transceiv radioworld. This true dual band radio has many functions built into it that most radios dont have. The krsd710g programmer is designed specifically for the tmd710g with all its new features. Arrl travelplus information can also be import to the tm d710ga. View and download kenwood tmd710ga instruction manual online. The mcp6a program will be available as a free download on the kenwood website from the middle of november 20.
The main category is kenwood tmd710a tmd710e that is about links related to kenwood tmd710a tmd710e. There is a pc connection port on the back of the main body and on the rear of the panel, so you can choose the one that is the fit for your operation style. Krsd710g programming software for the kenwood tmd710g. Setting up a kenwood tmd710g for aprs amateur radio. To configure the tmd700, follow the steps provided in figure 3. I have over 750 listings on ebay, so searching through my ebay store makes finding the cable you need much easier. Use of aprs and gps features with kenwood ham radios. About this software you can use the mcp6a to create data such as memory channels and menus on a pc by connecting the tm d710ga ge to the pc. It adds an integrated gps built right into the head. The use of the warning symbol means the equipment is subject to restrictions of use in certain countries. Specifications covers 144148 and 430450 mhz transmit with 118524 mhz band a 6524 mhz and 8000 mhz band b less cellular receive dual receive, even on same amateur band noaa weather alert memory channels 50105w output on both vhf and. By utilizing this software, you can enjoy the versatility of the tm v71ae, tm d710ae transceivers, and the rcd710 control panel through the memory channel management or. This is the best mobile 2m70cm radio i have ever used and i am very impressed with the ease of use.
Leaning towards a garmin 60csx but they seem a little pricey and have been discontinued by the manufacturer. The aprs method of transmitting data involves each radio sending a package of data figure 3. Welcome to yaac yet another aprs client yaac is a mostly platformindependent java application written by andrew pavlin, ka2ddo, for monitoring and contributing to the automatic packet reporting system aprs network invented and trademarked by bob bruninga, wb4apr yaac is free software. Pin 1 transmit audio pin 2 ground pin 5 received audio the problem, of course, is that the kenwood pg5h data cable does not use pin 3, which leaves tx method e out of our reach. In this video we take a look at the kenwood tm d710g dual band mobile radio. Other useful information would include your experience with similar products, infomation on a product that you would purchase instead of this one, and so on. Tm v71a tm v71e tm d710a tm d710e rcd710 memory control program mcp2a version 3. For the purposes of this question, i am considering purchasing a kenwood tmd710ga or a rcd710. Kenwood specialized communications instruction manual, tmd700.
Buy kenwood tmd710g accessories mics, speakers, software, cables and more at gpscentral. Kenwood tmd710ga 144440 mhz fm dual band mobiles tm. Anyone with aprs experience, whats your favouritebest setup to use as a gps hooked up to the d710. In this video i unbox the d710a and go over everything that is included with the radio. This radio has been nothing but trouble and kenwood support has been much less than helpful. Microphone microphone with keypad memory control program microphone plug. But unfortunately after setting this and saving the change i cannot get the radio to prompt for a password, the radio powers up as normal and is ready for use. Kenwood tmd710g tm d710g tmd710g vhfuhf dual band transceiver dual band mobile radio with with a builtin gps and upgraded firmware, large separate lcd panel, 50 watt output power, dual receive on the same band, memory channels, echolink memo.
You can also use chirp which i didnt have much luck with on the 710, but i recently won a copy of rt systems software for it and i have to say so far im liking it better than kenwoods own software. Chances are the manual is still giving the information for the tmd710ae given the integrated gps is the only difference. Tm d710g a builtin gps receiver unit amateur radio news. Kenwood tmd710ga 144440 mhz fm dual band mobiles are a step up from your average fm mobile. Kenwood tmd710ga ham radio install lots of pics 2018. Kenwood is pleased to announce the much anticipated tmd710g, with new firmware and now with built in gps. Using a packet radio terminal program or other software for running packet radio that can do ax. The kenwoodsupplied pg5h data cable only utilizes three pins in the radios data port. Ive had my tmd710g connected to rigcat to fldigi on windows via the pg5h cables for a couple weeks now. Amateur mobile transceivers features specifications accessories. The kenwood tmd710 and tmv71 is a very nice dual band fmtransceivers with separate control panel which is perfect for remote control via internet.
Ive been running chirp and kenwood mcp6a official programming software repeatedly, as well as doing my own extensive experimentation with raw command lines via putty, all the while using a serial port sniffer to figure out many of the. Describe your experience with the kenwood tm710ga and tell us why you give it the rating you did required. Radio mc59 dtmf keypad microphone 10 dc power cable cable with a 2. The garmin uses an external antenna and is hardwired to the vehicle for power. The rt systems radio programming system includes the rt systems krsd710 programming software for the kenwood tmd710 and tmd710g. This will allow for the radio to sendreceive information packets tofrom other ham radios within range. You will have a full 50105 watts on both vhf and uhf. Krsd710g programming software for the kenwood tmd710g ctcss rx ctcss dcs skip step tx step comment receive frequency transmit frequency offset frequency offset direction operating mode name tone mode memory channel functions left to right the krsd710g programmer is designed to give you the ease and. Trying to get together and price out a parts list for a mobile setup. Memory management is easy with kenwoods mc2 software which is free. Tmd710a 144430 mhz fm dual bander tmd710a tmd710e notification this equipment complies with the essential requirements of directive 19995ec. Kenwood tmd710g transceivers mobile dual band 2m70cm.
Radio programming software for the kenwood tmd710g. The control head is detached and comes with remote cable for easy installation. Kenwood tmd710g 144440 mhz amateur mobile transceiver. This link is listed in our web site directory since sunday may 16 2010, and till today control program for tmd710 has been followed for a total of 1663 times. Quick guide for tmd710 knox county radios d710 panel showing the default configuration general the two sides of the display are termed band a left and band b right. I am not your typical ebay seller, so please take a moment and read on to understand my message to you. View and download kenwood tmd710a service manual online. Kenwood sky command system ii uses a pair of thd72atmd710ga transceivers. My ultimate goal is to organize all of my ebay cable listings. About control program for tmd710 the resource is currently listed in in 2 categories.
In my kenwood tm d710ga in the settings aux menu no. Arrl travelplus information can also be import to the tmd710ga. Unfortunately it got stolen so i bought a tmd710ga. W9rxr7 kenwood tmd 710 which is connected to a garmin gpsmap 276c. This equipment requires a licence and is intended for use in the countries as below. Firmware updating program tm d710g operation panel update version. By utilizing this software, you can enjoy the versatility of the tm d710ga ge transceivers through the memory channel management or edit functions. The krsd710g programmer is designed to give you the ease and convenience of programming the memories and set menu options of your radio from your pc.