If you have nearby stations, nearby in frequency that are a problem, the 
slope tune, those 2 knobs under the number pad, can be your best friend. The 
noise blanker is one of the better ones I've seen in the TS-2000 if you have 
electrical noise or something like that though if it's set too high strong 
signals will be distorted. Other than that the notch filter to eliminate 
tones is about all I use.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Richard B McDonald" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Sunday, October 12, 2014 1:35 PM
Subject: Some Basic Tips on Reducing QRN with My Kenwood TS-2000, Please


> Hi!
>
>
>
> As a new ham, would you please give me a few basic pointers on how to go
> about reducing QRN when making contacts using my Kenwood TS-2000?
> Essentially, what are the most common ways to go about improving the 
> quality
> of a signal's reception?  What's the "Noise Blanker" all about?  What 
> might
> be the best filter settings to use?  How do you go about "pulling-in" a
> station better?
>
>
>
> 73,
>
> Richard KK6MRH