I have one, and I set it up with the software. (Actually I think I used an opensource software package of some sort, but I don't now remember the name). I have not touched the setup in a while, but I don't remember the issue you were talking about, although I do think you have to use a separate channel for uplink and downlink. But one nice thing (if I remember right): Isn't the data connection a regular USB mini so you don't need to pay huge amounts for a special cable?
Anyway, my main problem is that things seem very hard to find--so much APRS and TNC stuff on the keypad that things like power are hiding in menus.
On Tue, Jan 12, 2016 at 6:26 PM, zach hillerson via AMSAT-BB < amsat-bb@amsat.org> wrote:
I am a new owner of the TH D72 by Kenwood. I'm having a bit of difficulty with a few default settings and was hoping am ore experienced user could pass on a few tips. My understanding is that I cannot save duplex setups into the memory channels. I am manually entering the necessary frequencies for AO 85 and SO 50. Each time I put a new frequency in the radio defaults to a 25khz step and the tone defaults to 88.5 Hz. I want to have 67Hz and 5khz steps as default. There has to be a better way of using the radio for satellites (my only use) then manually entering each frequency and then manually changing each default but I haven't found it in the manual yet. Any help for a smoother experience would be appreciated. I can barely remember to go outside in time for each pass, let alone remember to go through all the keypad functions. Thanks! ZachN4ERZ _______________________________________________ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb