Reference material for starting packet operation should be available at any store that handles amateur. By utilizing this software, you can enjoy the versatility of the thd72ae transceiver through the memory channel management or edit functions. Customize details for other options specific to packet, transmit power, receive aip, weather alert, repeater functions and vox operations on the radio. Moreover, the mcp4a software allows you to manage echolink memory. Krsd72 software software program memories and other setting of the kenwood thd72 radio. The krsd72 radio programming software is designed to give you the ease and convenience of programming the memories and set menu options of your radio from your pc. Indeed, the thd72 has a built in tnc that conforms to the x. Help with th d72a setup for ariss aprs packet qrz forums. Firmware updating program th k20k40 update version 1.
Ive sent the following to kenwood directly but perhaps it might help others. Causes the tnc to perform software flow control when. Feb 25, 2014 i have two kenwood th d72a hts that id like to try using with packet data. Also, this handheld comes with both a com and a usb port which makes it easy to connect external devices or to use the th d72 with many of the available packet radio or aprs software packages. Kenwood thd72a 144440 mhz handheld amateur transceiver w 12009600 bps packet tnc, builtin gps, echolink ready, 5 watts. Data communications can include such information as the radios current position altitude, longitude, etc. The kenwood thd72a data communicator is equipped with a builtin tnc 12009600 and provides aprs automatic packetposition reporting system and includes an integrated gps. The kenwood thd72a data communicator is equipped with a builtin tnc 12009600 and provides aprs automatic packetposition reporting system and there is an integrated gps. Kenwood thd74e with packetengine pro, macbook pro late 20, parallels desktop and windows 10 workaround solution from clive, kf6dma.
Aprs automatic packet reporting system is a registered trademark of wb4apr bob. I have a recently purchased th d74 running firmware 1. Kenwood thd72a using internal tnc in kiss mode, asus netbook hr advertised battery life, win7 pro, outpost pmm, and agwpe pro. Page 1 of 2 1 2 next k8za premium subscriber qrz page.
Between the volume control and antenna jack is the custom built gps receiver. Packets to be transmitted still remain in the buffer. Following the instructions written by algis salys, i have successfully transmitted an aprs packet through ariss. Firmware updating program th d72 main firmware update version 1. Both the d72 and d74 also allow for ve status text elds that can be transmitted with the operators position.
Jun 06, 2014 the tnc in the th d72 can be used to send and receive ax. Amateur radios kenwood thd72 fm dual bander gpscentral. Send me a test message to my winlink address, kq9p. How to winlink radio email central virginia digital. With the mcp4a memory control software a free download from the kenwood website, you can use a computer to input, edit and manage data for the thd72as memory channels and aprs functions, for example. If you have one of the kenwood radios with a builtin tnc ts2000, tmd710, tmd700, thd74a, thd72a then you are all set. View and download kenwood thd72a instruction manual online. While using aprs, in order to prevent packet missdecoding, access menu no. Kenwood thd72a, kenwood thd72a amateur radio handi talkie. Featuring the sirfstar iii highperformance gps receiver, kenwoods thd72a dualband transceiver is compatible with aprs data communications. From what ive heard, if you want to do aprs or packet the d72 or tm710a is the way to go. Nov 24, 2012 winlink vhf packet with a kenwood d72a and the via function for packet radio duration. The kenwood thd72 has a builtin 1200 9600 baud tnc ax.
New kenwood thd72 aprs 2m440 receives fcc certification. Krsd72 software software program memories and other setting of the kenwood th d72 radio. Kenwood has already earned popularity and reputation with the thd72a handheld aprs amateur radio transceiver and now even further with the kenwood thd74a. Kenwood offers free software to program the radio called mcp4a memory control program but their are also other 3rd party companies that produce software for the thd72a radio. Kenwood engineers working closely with bob bruninga wb4apr, who fi rst developed aprs automatic packet reporting system, kenwood has developed system fi rmware for the thd72a that enables easy aprs operation without requiring a computer. Working digipeaters with the kenwood th d72a and th and. Can you access the internal tnc with the usb cable and use it for other digital modes as well. Outpost can now use it as a higher performance drop in replacement for agwpe. I have two kenwood thd72a hts that id like to try using with packet data. You can update the th d72a e main firmware by connecting the th d72a e to the pc by using a usb cable supplied with the th d72a e. Ill await baofeng to come up with something cheap hopefully. You have to configure the connection between rms express and the radio. Leaving it at the kenwood symbol tells others that the device is capable of receiving messages.
If you have a mac or linux computer, youre out of luck. Kind of a quick start guide for the thd72a aprs radio. Software for packet radio use category is a curation of 32 web resources on, packetcluster dx statistics, winafsk, linpac packet radio terminal. After you select packet wl2k, click on open session to go to the next step.
I have owned my thd72a, not the thd72, but the 72a, dont know if there is a difference or not, probably some minor improvements and software upgrades. Sta packets to be transmitted still remain in the buffer. Also, this handheld comes with both a com and a usb port which makes it easy to connect external devices or to use the thd72 with many of the available packet radio or aprs software packages. Any memory channel with all its details can be sent to the radio with a simple keystroke. This software and thd74 transceiver can be connected using a usb 2. Dtmf enter dtmf memories and options, echolink tones and weather channel names. I want to buy a ht with builtin aprs and gps capability. Thd72 radio programming software kenwood radio software.
Sep 18, 2010 do you folks actually read the post you are replying to. Enables display of the model name ft3d when received an aprs position packet from the yaesu ft3dre. Kenwood th d72a 144440 mhz handheld amateur transceiver w 12009600 bps packet tnc, builtin gps, echolink ready, 5 watts. There are lots of ham radio brands and models that fit somewhere in between nothing and something, but none really hit the mark like this kenwood amateur radio. Kenwood thd72 aprs handheld revisited oe6fte amateur radio. The tnc in the thd72 can be used to send and receive ax. I understand i can plug them into a computer both computers will be running windows 8. Mcpd74 memory control program thd74ae kenwood software. The kenwood th d72 has a builtin 1200 9600 baud tnc ax. View online or download kenwood th d72a e user manual. Offering position and weather information, the thd72a opens up broad new vistas. A simple setup for the kenwood d72 for simple aprs operations.
Kenwood th d74e with packet engine pro, macbook pro late 20, parallels desktop and windows 10 workaround solution from clive, kf6dma. No special cables are needed in order to connect the radio to your pc for programming, only a usb mini b cable which is included with the radio, but im sure you can. Basic setup for aprs operations with the kenwood d72 youtube. This software is to create, edit, and administer the data for the memory channels and menus on your pc connected to thd74. View online or download kenwood thd72ae user manual.
Jan 12, 2011 a simple setup for the kenwood d72 for simple aprs operations. If your th d72 isnt connected to the computer yet, now is the time to hook it up. Looking at the station list on, i noticed my location information was missing. Kenwood thd72a transceivers ht dual band 2m70cm, thd72a. Among other things, it has an integrated gps, builtin aprs functionality, full ax.
Working digipeaters with the kenwood th d72a and th and 70. Works with windows 7 32 and 64 bit, windows 8 and 8. Can someone explain how i send packets using a tnc. Connect the appropriate cable between your computer and radio and in winlink express select your radio from the packet tnc type dropdown menu. With the mcp4a memory control software a free download from the kenwood website, you can use a computer to input, edit and manage data for the thd72a s memory channels and aprs functions, for example. By utilizing this software, you can enjoy the versatility of the thd72ae transceiver. It wouldnt necessarily tell them if it was a th d72a, an old th d7a, or the mobile radios tmd700 or tmd710. By utilizing this software, you can enjoy the versatility of the th d72a e transceiver through the memory channel management or edit functions. The kenwood th d72a data communicator is equipped with a builtin tnc 12009600 and provides aprs automatic packet position reporting system and there is an integrated gps. Featuring the sirfstar iii highperformance gps receiver, kenwood thd72a dualband transceivers are compatible with aprs data communications. To set it to 9600bps, use the hb 9600 or hbaud 9600 tnc command. The good news is that it works well as a portable packet station when running in kiss mode with agwpe.
Purchased a kenwood th d72a and just getting into amateur radio on the satellites. About this software you can use the mcp4a to create data such as memory channels and menus on a pc by connecting the th d72a e to the pc by using a usb cable supplied with the th d72a e. Con the tnc is in connection with the target station. The new thd72 is equipped with the highperformance sirfstar iii gps receiver, offering enhanced aprs functionality. Working digipeaters with the kenwood th d72a and th. If your thd72 isnt connected to the computer yet, now is the time to hook it up. The programming software is available on kenwoods download page. Reporting system, kenwood has developed system firmware for the thd72a that enables easy. Kenwood has already garnered an enviable reputation with the thd72a handheld aprs amateur radio transceiver.
Way more full featured than the vx8x or 350 from yaesu which just have the basics. Both include builtin tnc and gps features, and a similar setup. We are offering the firmware updating program to the th d72a e owners. To do that, select packet wl2k in the dropdown menu on the top right next to the open session menu item.
Offering position and weather information, the thd72a opens up broad new vistas of outdoor enjoyment, especially for activities like trekking. D72a and newer thd74a o er several compelling bene ts. It also has aprs, something i wanted to try a couple of years. Kenwood thd72a 144440 mhz handheld amateur transceiver w 12009600 bps packet tnc, builtin gps, echolink ready, 5 watts builtin highperformance gps receiver aprs firmware equipped as standard usb minib port usb pc programming cable included kenwood mcp4a pc programming software kenwood sky command system ii compatible with arrl travel plus for repeaters. Winlink vhf packet with a kenwood d72a and the via function for packet radio duration. Offering position data and weather information, thd72a hts open up broad new vistas of outdoor enjoyment, especially for activities like trekking, biking, hiking, camping, backpacking and most other outdoor activities. The th d72a e main firmware has been updated from version 1. Second, the software to program the rig only works with windows. I am looking for softeware to do packet radio with my thd7. Thd72a kenwood thd72a 2m70cm 5w ht wbuiltin tnc, sky command.
It wouldnt necessarily tell them if it was a thd72a, an old thd7a. Kenwood thd72 aprs handheld revisited oe6fte amateur. Packet is still used in some parts of the country to send messages or for general chitchat. Some amateur radio auxiliary communications group are using packet to handle traffic for served agencies. About this software you can use the mcp4a to create data such as memory channels and menus on a pc by connecting the thd72ae to the pc by using a usb cable supplied with the thd72ae. Ok, i like my d72a, it is a very versatile ht, has full duplex operation, has the sky command feature, which i am dying to try. I have owned my th d72a, not the th d72, but the 72a, dont know if there is a difference or not, probably some minor improvements and software upgrades.