Kenwood TS-480 external RX port, revised version

This is a new version of external TS-480 RX port for SAT and HX models. It is intended eg for ext SDR waterfall use.
This external RX port is not affecting transceiver sensitivity, it takes a sample of antenna signal with high input impedance.


SMA female connector installed in the rear panel

Example of a SRD waterfall display in HDSDR software

The add-on board

            
Small 12 x 17mm PCB                                      Parts assembled

Open the top cover and remove the RF shield, 12 screws


Locate the metal relay cover marked green in this picture. SAT model shown.


     Fix the PCB on the relay cover with contact adhesive and make the wirings

Green RF input, tinned wire GND, red +13.8V, grey coax out for SMA connector.

                                        TS-480 SAT schematics

TS-480 SAT connection points


                                        TS-480 HX schematics

TS-480 HX connection points

Downloads
- Schematics
- Layout
- BOM
- Gerber files (Note PCB thickness 0.8mm)

Update 2025-01-18 OH7SV

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