SETUP INSTRUCTIONS: AVMAP G4T GPS AND THE KENWOOD TH-D7A(G) AND TM-D700 RADIOS

Before connecting the Kenwood-AvMap cable to either the radio or GPS, make the necessary changes to the GPS and radio settings. After the settings are entered, turn both the radio and GPS off, then connect the cable.

Insert the 4-pole connector in the GPS TMC port on the back of the GPS.

Insert the 3-pole connector in the GPS port on the Kenwood radio.

On the TM-D700 and TH-D7A(G), check and set these menu items (besides other settings):

NMEA96

9 DIGITS NMEA

AMBIGUITY OFF

On the AvMap G4T, check and set these menu items on the MAIN MENU page (push MENU button twice after turning the GPS on)

General – Regional Setting – Check that USA is selected

Map Page – User Marks – Check that ICON is selected

Date & Time – Offset – Set the offset for your Time Zone

Simulator – Unchecked

Interface – Use RADIOLINK and baud rate 9600

TMC – Unchecked

A successful programming of the GPS and radio for APRS use is indicated by a blinking GPS on the D700 main screen, or a blinking degrees, minutes, seconds symbols on the D7A(G) and appearance of symbols and callsigns on the GPS screen.

Note that the GPS will NOT work with the 1^st generation Kenwood TH-D7A.