TH-D7A / E

Name: Kenwood TH-D7 transceiver
Brand: Kenwood
SKU: TH-D7
Price: 180.00 USD
Availability: OnlineOnly

Specifications

Prices

144 / 430 MHz FM Dual Bander with High Power output: 6 Watts on VHF band and 5.5 Watts on UHF band. This transceiver has a built-in 1200/9600bps TNC which conforms to the AX.25 protocol, includes a program for dealing with data formats supported by Automatic Packet / Position Reporting System (APRS). Is capable of receiving packet data on one band while receiving audio on another band. Contains 200 memory channels, each channel can be named using up to 8 alphanumeric and special ASCII characters. Employs a 4-way cursor key so that you can program most of the functions with only one hand. Enhances the functions of an optional VC-H1 Interactive Visual Communicator designed for plug-and-play color slow-scan television (SSTV). Ideated in Japan, year of introduction 1999.

Reference market : amateur-radio

TH-D7A / E specifications

General

Frequency coverage
Receive	118.0000 ~ 174.0000 MHz [1] 144.0000 ~ 148.0000 MHz [2] 144.0000 ~ 146.0000 MHz [3] 400.0000 ~ 470.0000 MHz [1] 438.0000 ~ 450.0000 MHz [2] 430.0000 ~ 440.0000 MHz [3]
Transmit	144.0000 ~ 148.0000 MHz [2] 144.0000 ~ 146.0000 MHz [3] 438.0000 ~ 450.0000 MHz [2] 430.0000 ~ 440.0000 MHz [3]
Mode
AM [4] / FSK / FM
Tuning step
5 / 6.25 / 10 / 12.5 / 15 / 20 / 25 / 30 / 50 / 100 kHz 1 MHz

Receiver

Sensitivity
FM (main band)	<0.18 uV (144~148 MHz, 12dB SINAD) <0.18 uV (430~450 MHz, 12dB SINAD)
FM (sub band)	<0.28 uV (VHF, 12dB SINAD)
Selectivity
FM	>12 kHz (-6dB) <28 kHz (-40dB)
RF attenuator
Yes [5]
Frequency stability
±10ppm with temperature from -10°C to +50°C ±15ppm with temperature from -20°C to +60°C
IF (Intermediate Frequency)
1°	38.85 MHz (VHF) 45.05 MHz (UHF)
2°	450 kHz (VHF) 455 kHz (UHF)
Squelch sensitivity
<0.1 uV (144~148 MHz) <0.1 uV (430~450 MHz)

Transmitter

Output power
144 MHz	0.05 / 0.5 / 6 W [6] 0.05 / 0.5 / 5 W [7] 0.05 / 0.5 / 2.5 W [8]
440 MHz	0.05 / 0.5 / 5.5 W [6] 0.05 / 0.5 / 5 W [7] 0.05 / 0.5 / 2.2 W [8]
Spurious emission
<-60 dBc (2.2~5W)
Maximum deviation (FM)
±5.0 kHz
Microphone
2kΩ

Features

Memory
200 regular memories 2 call channels [2] 10 scan ranges
Display
1 kHz frequency resolution 9-segments signal meter bar
Selective calling
CTCSS 38-tones 1750 Hz tone [3] DTMF
Antenna
50Ω
Power supply
5.5~16 VDC (DC IN, 13.8 VDC nominal) 4.5~15 VDC (battery)
Power consumption
25 mA RX (battery saver On, one band blanked, TNC Off). 45 mA RX (no signal, one band blanked, TNC Off). 90 mA RX (no signal, TNC Off) +115 mA RX (TNC On) 0.3A TX (low power) [8] 0.5A TX (mid power) [8] 1.3A TX (high power, 144 MHz) [8] 1.6A TX (high power, 144 MHz) [7] 1.6A TX (high power, 144 MHz) [6] 1.4A TX (high power, 440 MHz) [8] 1.7A TX (high power, 440 MHz) [7] 1.7A TX (high power, 440 MHz) [6]
Audio power
>450 mW on 8Ω [7] >300 mW on 8Ω [8]
Audio output
Jack 2.5 mm (external speaker / TNC)
Connections
Jack 3.5 mm (microphone / TNC) Jack (GPS) Jack (PC)

Mechanical and environmental data

Operating temperature
from -20°C to +60°C
Dimensions
54 (W) x 119.5 (H) x 43.5 (D) mm [7] 54 (W) x 119.5 (H) x 35.5 (D) mm [8]
Weight
380g [7] 340g [8]

Frequency range vary according to rig version and reference market.
TH-D7A and TH-D7AG.
TH-D7E and TH-D7E2.
Only receive on 118-136 MHz.
Advanced Intercept Point (AIP) feature, only for VHF main & sub-band.
At 13.8V power supply.
At 9.6V power supply, PB-39 battery pack.
At 6V power supply, PB-38 battery pack.

TH-D7 series :

This transceiver, first introduced in 1999, was updated with the TH-D7AG and TH-D7E2 models. Enhanced versions with new TNC, TNC firmware, and selective calling features.

TH-D7 legacy :

This portable transceiver in 2010 was replaced by the Kenwood TH-D72, an advanced radio with a built-in GPS receiver unit and GPS Logger.

TH-D7A / E cursor keys :

This transceiver employs 4 cursor keys so that you can program most of the functions with only one hand. The UP/ DWN keys function in the exact same way as the Tuning control. These keys change frequencies, memory channels, or other selections, depending on the current transceiver mode.

Kenwood TH-D7 cursor keys

OK key, press to move to the next step or to complete the setting in various selection modes such as Function Select or Menu mode. ESC key, press to move back to the previous step or to quit the setting in various selection modes such as Function Select or Menu mode.

TH-D7A / E remote control :

Make connections as shown when remotely controlling equipment.

Connecting equipment for remote control of the Kenwood TH-D7

Note 1: 3.5V is present in this line. Note 2: A 10 uF capacitor is not required when the other equipment has DC blocking capacitors or when a 2-terminal electret condenser microphone is used.

TH-D7A / E external equipment :

When connecting an external speaker, an external microphone, or other equipment such as a TNC for packet radio to the SP jack or MIC jack, refer to the diagram below.

Connecting speaker-microphone or TNC to the Kenwood TH-D7

Note 1: Voltage is developed across the 100Ω resistor in the 3.5V line in the transceiver. When 2 mA flows, approximately 3.3V is developed. Note 2: A 10 uF capacitor is not required in the following cases, when the other equipment has DC blocking capacitors, when a 2-terminal electret condenser microphone is used.

TH-D7A / E price

We have collected for your convenience the Kenwood TH-D7 sale price (US Dollar) and its trend over time. Useful to guarantee a cheaper purchase of this radio and to put it for sale in the second-hand market. Of course offers, accessories, warranty terms and conditions can lead to different figures.

Price	Date	Condition
USD 180.00 (155EUR)	2020-jul	Second Hand TH-D7E version. In good condition

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