KENWOOD TS-480HX HF/50MHz All-Mode Transceiver
Tailor-made for DX’ing, the new TS-480HX HF transceiver raises the bar on portable performance. Despite its compact dimensions, it delivers an astonishing punch: 200W with a DC 13.8V supply. Yet its separate control panel is perfect for base station use. Sharing virtually all the same powerful features is the 100W TS-480SAT, except that it boasts a built-in antenna tuner. Whichever model you choose, you can be sure of enjoying the best of both worlds — first-rate communications at home and on the trail.
Features KENWOOD TS-480HX HF/50MHz All-Mode Transceiver
- Multiple scan functions
- PC-based control
- PSK31 compatible (SSB/FM)
- Voice guide & storage unit (option)
- Transverter display function (up to 999.9999 MHz)
- Wide/Narrow deviation selection (FM TX)
- Direct Frequency Entry
- CTCSS (42 subtone frequencies)
- 1750Hz Tone
- TX Monitor
- 5W Minimum RF Output for QRP Operating
- FSK Reverse
- Noise Blanker
- Auto Power Off
- Time-out Timer
Specifications KENWOOD TS-480HX HF/50MHz All-Mode Transceiver
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TS-480HX |
TS-480SAT |
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General |
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| Transmitter Frequency Range |
1.81 – 20MHz, 3.5 – 3.8MHz, 70 – 71MHz, 10.1 – 10.15MHz, |
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| Receiver Frequency Range |
0.5 – 30MHz, 50 – 54MHz |
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| Mode |
SSB (J3E), CW (A1A), FSK (F1B), FM (F3E), AM (A3E) |
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| Power Requirements |
DC1: 13.8V ±15% |
DC 13.8V ±15% |
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| Current Drain | Transmit |
DC1: Less than 20.5A; |
Less than 20.5A |
| Standby |
Less than 1.5A |
Less than 1.5A |
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| Operating Temperature |
-20°C to +60°C |
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| Frequency Stability | Main Unit |
Within ±5ppm (-20°C to +60°C) |
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| With Optional SO-3 Attached |
Within ±0.5ppm (-20°C to +60°C) |
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| Antenna Impedance |
50 Ω |
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| Microphone Impedance |
600 Ω |
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| Grounding Method |
Negative ground |
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| Dimensions (W x H x D) | Main Unit: without/with projections |
179 x 61 x 258mm / 179 x 69.5 x 278mm |
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| Panel : without/with projections |
180 x 75 x 37mm / 183 x 78 x 68mm |
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| Weight (approx.) |
3.7kg (Main unit 3.2kg / Panel 0.5kg) |
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Transmitter |
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| RF Output Power | HF (AM) |
200W (50W) |
100W (25W) |
| 50MHz (AM) |
100W (25W) |
100W (25W) |
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| Modulation: SSB/FM/AM |
Balanced/Phase/Low Power |
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| Maximum Frequency Deviation: Wide/Narrow |
Less than ±5kHz / Less than ±2.5kHz |
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| Spurious Radiation: HF/50MHz |
Less than -50dB / Less than -60dB |
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| Carrier Suppression |
More than 40dB (SSB) |
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| Unwanted Sideband Suppression |
More than 40dB (SSB) |
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| Transmit Frequency Response |
400 – 2600Hz (within -6dB) |
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| XIT Variable Range |
±9.99kHz |
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| Antenna Tuner Matching Range (1.9MHz – 50MHz) |
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16.7 – 150Ω |
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Receiver |
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| Circuitry | SSB, CW, AM, FSK |
Double superheterodyne |
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| FM |
Triple superheterodyne |
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| Intermediate Frequency: 1st IF / 2nd IF / 3rd IF |
73.095MHz / 10.695MHz / 455kHz (FM only) |
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| Sensitivity | SSB / CW / FSK (S/N 10dB) |
4µV |
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| AM (S/N 10dB) |
31.6µV |
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| FM 12dB SINAD |
0.22µV |
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| Squelch Sensitivity | SSB / CW / FSK / AM |
18µV |
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| FM |
0.2µV |
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| Image Rejection Ratio |
More than 70dB |
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| IF Rejection Ratio |
More than 70dB |
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| Selectivity | SSB / CW / FSK |
More than 2.4kHz (-6dB), Less than 4.4kHz (-60dB) |
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| AM |
More than 5.0kHz (-6dB), Less than 40kHz (-60dB) |
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| FM |
More than 12.0kHz (-6dB), Less than 25.0kHz (-60dB) |
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| RIT Variable Range |
±9.99kHz |
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| Beat Elimination |
More than 40dB (1kHz) |
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| Audio Output Power |
More than 2.0W (8Ω, 10% distortion) |
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*¹ Voltage differential between DC1 and DC2 is within 1V.
*² Two power sources each of more than 20.5A or a single 41A source (20.5 + 20.5A) required.
These specifications are guaranteed for Amateur Bands only.
Datasheet KENWOOD TS-480HX/TS-480SAT HF/50MHz All-Mode Transceiver
