02 TS2000 CATALOG - KENWOOD

TS-2000/TS-B2000All-Mode Multibander

Distinctive by Design, Packed for PerformanceAll-mode multibander: HF/50/144/430/1200MHz*in one compact rig offering 100W output (HF/50/144MHz) — ideal for both base station use andmobile operation.Satellite communications: Main-band circuitsare used for satellite mode, which thus benefitsfrom IF-DSP.*With optional UT-20 1200MHz all-mode unit.The UT-20 can only be installed by a qualified technician; do not attemptto install it yourself.Striking design: With its large amber LCD andbacklit keys, the distinctive front panel of the TS2000 improves operating ease.Black box version: The TS-B2000 can be usedexclusively for computer control or in a vehiclewith a remote head*.*Optional RC-2000 mobile controllerDual-channel receive: Featuring an all-modemultiband transceiver (with satellite mode) plus asub 144/430MHz FM/AM receiver, so two frequencies (HF/50/144/430/1200*MHz: ALL MODE 144/430MHz: FM/AM) can be received simultaneously, even on the same band (144/430MHz).* With optional UT-20 1200MHz all-mode unitDigital signal processing: IF-DSP (main band)combines with AF-DSP (sub band) to provideprecision filtering and interference reduction.High-speed processing: Superior performance isassured with two 16-bit DSP chips, double-precisioncomputing and a 100MHz speed CPU, plus 24-bitA/D and D/A converters.Other features include a mobile controller andradio control software (both options), built-in autoantenna tuner, DX cluster tune, and an antennaterminal dedicated to HF low-band reception.

Rugged reliabilityFM FeaturesAs well as switchable Narrow/Wide deviation modes, theTS-2000/B2000 has built-in CTCSS functionality with 38EIA-standard sub-tones settings plus 1750Hz tone burst.Other features include DCS (104 codes) and 1200MHzALT.Data Communication FeaturesPacket filter bandwidth is fully selectable to match packetspeed, and you can also switch ACC2 (PKD) input/outputlevels. For PSK31 mode, the menu offers a 100Hz bandwidth IF-DSP filter.Menu SystemAll of the power and functions of the TS-2000/B2000 canbe accessed through the menu-driven display interface onthe front panel. You may also activate the Quick Menu feature to access only your most commonly used functions.Other FeaturesLarge, amber-colored backlit LCDBacklit front keysCompatible with optional DRU-3A digital recording unitEnhanced Operating EaseAutomatic Antenna TunerThe built-in antenna tuner — which also operates whenthe radio is in receive mode — covers amateur bandsfrom 1.9 to 50MHz, with rapid tuning lock when usingpresets.Key operation announcement with optional VS-3 voicesynthesizer (option)Programmable function keysTransverter (displays up to 19.99999GHz)RF gain controlAll-mode squelchSimple visual scanAuto simplex checkerAuto repeater offset (144MHz)Built-in keyerNoise blanker300 Memory ChannelsThis transceiver provides a bank of 300 memories (plus 1call channel for each band), with 290 assignable by nameand 10 available for programmable scan. The scroll function lets you browse memory contents, memory channelcopy sends the contents of one channel to another, lockout memory changes the scan map to exclude certainchannels, and memory shift alters the frequency stored ina channel. In addition, there are 10 ‘quick’ memories tocapture a current operation on-the-fly — ideal for contestoperation.Multiple Scan FunctionsA full range of scan functions is provided, including MHzscan, memory scan, and call scan. Group scan mode covers all 300 memory channels in groups of 10, and programmable band scan will search a frequency spreadbetween two VFO settings (the scan-hold function stopsthe scanning for 5 seconds). A new feature is programmable slow scan, which will automatically slow down tocheck a frequency range you’re interested in. As well asvarying scan speed, you can choose either time-operated(TO) or carrier-operated (CO) busy-stop-resume.Auto power-off

Compact convenienceExpanded Power and PerformanceDX Cluster (Packet Cluster) TuneThe simple 2-chip TNC is compliant with the AX.25 protocolfor DX cluster tune. DX cluster information received on thesub band is not just displayed on the LCD: it can also beused for instantly setting upthe main band frequency tocluster information. Upto 10 items can be storedin memory.Dual-Channel WatchProvision of main and subbands enables dual-channelwatch. This all-mode multibander can simultaneouslyreceive two frequencies,even on the same band, allowing such combinations asHF V/UHF, VHF VHF, UHF UHF and VHF UHF (the subband is used exclusively for 144/430MHz reception onFM/AM). This means, for instance, that you can pick uplocal information on V/UHF while operating HF on themain band.Satellite CommunicationsSatellite operations are enhanced with the IF-DSP, 10 dedicated memory channels, Doppler effect frequency adjustment (manual) and the ability to choose either normal orreverse shift for the trace.High-duty Transmitter SectionThis transceiver is the perfectchoice for contesting, mobilingand FSK applications, deliveringup to 100 (AM: 25) watts onHF/50/144MHz bands. Output is50 (AM: 12.5) watts on the430MHz band, and 10 (AM:2.5) watts on 1200MHz.*But there’s more than justpower: the built-in TCXOensures excellent frequencystability — 0.5ppm (exceptin FM mode).*Minimum output is 5 watts forHF/50/144/430MHz bands, 1 wattfor 1200MHz .CW FeaturesIn addition to the new Auto Tune function, there is a fullrange of CW features. The full/semi break-in switchingand delay time settings are fully adjustable. In semibreak-in the delay time between key release and activereceive mode can be set for between 50ms and 1000ms.When using VOX operation the delay time can be set forbetween 150ms and 3000ms. Other CW features includepitch control (400-1000Hz), side tone monitor with 10step volume setting, DSP-based rise time adjustment, andCW reverse mode.FSK FeaturesWhen operating in FSK mode, you can select shift frequencies (170, 200, 425 and 850Hz) and switch both KEYpolarity and Hi/Low tones to suit your RTTY device.Additionally, the FSK reverse function lets you matchtransmission methods to the other party if necessary, forexample changing the BFO frequency from LSB (normal)to USB (reverse).

TS-B2000 —Cutting-edge Technologyin a Streamlined PackageKenwood’snewall-modemultibanderbreaks new ground in more ways than one.This TS-B2000 black box version offers thesame functionality and performance as theTS-2000 — minus the controls — so you cancarry it in the boot of your car, or set up onthe desk with your personal computer.

Sleek front panel with powerswitch and mic/headphone terminalsOptional RC-2000 mobile controlleravailable for mobile useEasy ModeARCP-2000 radio control softwaresupplied for PC useHF/50/144/430/1200*MHzAll-mode Multibander* With optional UT-20 1200MHz all-mode unit

A marvel of electronic engineering: Kenwood’sstylish new all-mode multibander is packedwith features yet compact enough to use athome, in your car, or on a DX’pedition.With its contoured front panel, featuring backlit keys and largeamber display, its appearanceis as distinctive as itsperformance.HF/50/144/430/1200*MHzAll-mode Multibander* With optional UT-20 1200MHz all-mode unit

All-Mode, Multiband, Engineered for ExcellenceKenwood’s new TS-2000/B2000 all-mode multibander may be compact, but it’s equipped with all the features you would expect to findin a top-of-the-line rig.IF Digital Signal ProcessingThe TS-2000/B2000 is serious about digital signalprocessing. Kenwood’s advanced digital technologyconverts analogue waveforms into digital data in realtime, enabling such digital processing as IF filtering,slope tune, auto notch and AGC. IF-stage DSP on mainband transmit and receive — including V/UHF bands —allows the greatest range of control and unprecedented performance.DSP DetectionIF-stage DSP means thatthe TS-2000/B2000offers significantly lowerdistortion and higherquality detection in allmodes. (FM: digital AFfilter)Digital FilteringThere is absolutely noneed to purchase optional filters: digital IF filtersare available for eachmode (FM: digital AF filter), offering performance superior to anything possible with analogue circuitry. Whenoperating in SSB/FM/AMmodes, this digital filtering enables both highand low-cut frequencyvariance. Employingslope tune, you canthus cut out noise withminimal effect on soundquality. In AM mode,the high-cut frequencycan reduce interferenceby controlling the IFpass bandwidth — useful for receiving shortwave broadcasts. In CWmode, the WIDTH function is supplemented bycentre frequency shift,allowing adjacent signalinterference to be tunedout. This WIDTH function also provides noisereduction capabilities in FSK with 4 steps available: 250,500, 1000 and 1500Hz. And thanks to AF-stage DSP,independent control of high-cut and low-cut frequencies(12 steps each) provides slope tune capability in FM aswell.IF Auto NotchSince it is working witha digital signal, IF AutoNotch (main band, SSBmode) can provideextremely sharp filtering of carrier frequencies from broadcast and continuous beat sources. Theinterfering beat is removed far more accurately than inconventional analogue systems, and Auto Notch will eventrack changes in the beat signal (tracking speed can bevaried in 5 steps).IF AGCThe digital AGC circuit (main band only) delivers very fastrelease characteristics, surpassing even the best analoguedesigns. You can select a custom release time (20 steps)for each mode, except FM.

Advanced designAF Digital Signal ProcessingDSP is also executed at the AF stage,offering Beat Cancel and CW Auto Tunefunctions. It also enables you to achieveremarkable noise reduction and apply customenhancements to your transmitted voice.Beat CancelAutomatic Beat Cancel,available for the main band(SSB and AM modes), immediately eliminates multiplebeats interfering with adesired signal. It works wellin combination with IFAuto-Notch (SSB).HF Band50MHz BandManual Beat CancelA new Manual Beat Cancelfunction, which operates asa manual AF notch, can beused in all modes — thoughit is particularly effective inCW.CW Auto TuneYou no longer have to adjust the VFO while operating onCW — CW Auto Tune does it for you automatically byadjusting the VFO to your preset pitch at the touch of abutton.144MHz Band430MHz Band1200MHzNoise ReductionThere are 2 types of noise Line Enhancer Methodreduction: LEM (NR1) andSPAC (NR2). LEM (LineEnhancer Method) — available for all modes on themain band and FM/AM on SPAC Methodthe sub band — automatically forms a filter shapearound the target signal fora custom, dynamic noisereduction capability. Thedegree of enhancement canalso be set manually formain-band use. The SPAC (Speech Processing/AutoCorrelation) function utilizes a special statistical/correlation algorithm to pull out weak signals that are burieddeep in noise. Although available for all modes on themain band, it’s especially useful for tough CW conditions.The correlation time setting can be adjusted in 10 stepsbetween 2ms and 20ms.TX Audio ShapingYou have 3 ways to tailor audio quality with DSP: theTX/RX equalizer (SSB/FM/AM), TX filter bandwidth(SSB/AM), and speech processor (SSB/FM/AM). TheTX/RX equalizer offers 4 frequency response settings onSSB, FM and AM: high boost for improved clarity, formantpass to minimize extraneous sounds, bass boost forstronger sound, and conventional mode for an ‘analogue’sound. On SSB and AM transmit you can choose between6 TX filter bandwidth settings according to your microphone and operating requirements. The speech processorworks across three bands (SSB, FM and AM) for highcompression and minimal distortion.

Kenwood’s new TS-2000/B2000 all-mode multibander may be com-pact, but it’s equipped with all the features you would expect to find in a top-of-the-line rig. IF Digital Signal Processing The TS-2000/B2000 is serious about digital signal processing. Kenwood’s advanced digital technolo