JVC KENWOOD 478600 UHF FM TRANSCEIVER User Manual 1 of 2

JVC KENWOOD Corporation UHF FM TRANSCEIVER Users Manual 1 of 2

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Users Manual - 1 of 2

INSTRUCTION MANUALTK-3230DXB5A-1297-00 (K)
2CONTENTSFEATURES ....................................................................... 4OPERATING CONDITIONS.....................................................................4NOTICES TO THE USER ....................................................... 5FCC LICENSE INFORMATION ................................................................6PRECAUTIONS ......................................................................................7UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT ................................12SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES...................................................................12PREPARATION .................................................................12INSTALLING/ REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK ..................................12CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK .........................................................13INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP ...............................................................14INSTALLING THE OPTIONAL SPEAKER/ MICROPHONE (OR HEADSET) ....................................................................................14ORIENTATION ..................................................................15DISPLAY .............................................................................................16BASIC OPERATION ............................................................17QUIET TALK/ DIGITAL QUIET TALK .........................................18PRIVACY TALK .................................................................21TRANSMIT POWER ...........................................................21COMPANDER ..................................................................22MONITOR.......................................................................22LOCK FUNCTION ..............................................................23KEY LOCK ..........................................................................................23SUPER LOCK ......................................................................................23SETTING MODE ................................................................24CHANNEL FREQUENCY SETUP ..............................................26SCAN ............................................................................ 27REVERT CHANNEL ..............................................................................28THANK YOUWe are grateful for your purchase of this KENWOOD product and welcome you to the Business Radio Service (BRS).
3SQUELCH LEVEL ..............................................................28VOICE OPERATED TRANSMISSION (VOX) .................................29VOX OPERATION.................................................................................29VOX Gain Level ...............................................................................29VOX Delay Time ..............................................................................30Transmit Inhibit While Receiving .....................................................30VOX Proceed Tone ..........................................................................31FleetSync: ALPHANUMERIC 2-WAY PAGING FUNCTION ................32CALL KEY SETUP ................................................................................32CALL ALERT TONE ..............................................................................33Call Alert Side Tone .........................................................................33SELCALL (SELECTIVE CALLING) ........................................................34Making a Selcall ..............................................................................36Receiving a Selcall ..........................................................................37Data Transmit Modulation Delay Time .............................................38PTT ID .............................................................................................38PTT ID Side Tone ............................................................................39Mute Hold Time...............................................................................39Caller ID Display ..............................................................................40BACKGROUND OPERATIONS ................................................40DISPLAY BACKLIGHT .........................................................................40MIC SENSE .........................................................................................41TIME-OUT TIMER ...............................................................................41BATTERY SAVER .................................................................................42BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR ..............................................................43INCOMING CALL NOTIFICATION .........................................................44BUSY CHANNEL LOCKOUT (BCL) .......................................................44BEEP TONE .........................................................................................45MODE RESET TIMER ..........................................................................45SELECTABLE POWER ON TONE ..........................................................46RESETTING THE TRANSCEIVER .............................................46TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE .................................................47SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................................48
4FEATURES• Lightweight and compact design using a lithium-ion battery pack, with a sturdy, polycarbonate body and a spring-loaded belt clip.• 219 tone/code settings for each channel, allowing you to ignore unwanted calls.• Privacy Talk scrambles all your voice messages, giving you complete privacy for your conversations.• FleetSync operation, allowing a variety of call types.• Automatic battery power saver, providing you with longer battery usage.• Battery power level indicator with low battery power warning.• Key lock and Super Lock prevent you from accidentally changing your transceiver settings.• Ten different calling alert tones allows you to identify yourself to your group before you begin speaking.• Hands free operation when using an optional headset.• Selectable Power ON Tone.OPERATING CONDITIONSOpen locations (no obstructions) Up to 5 miles (8 km)Residential areas (near buildings) Up to 1.5 miles (2.4 km)In steel/ concrete reinforced buildingsUp to 225,000 ft2 (20,900 m2)In high rises Up to 17 fl oorsNote: ◆The listed ranges are based on fi eld testing and may vary with your operating conditions.Firmware CopyrightsThe title to and ownership of copyrights for fi rmware embedded in KENWOOD product memories are reserved for JVC KENWOOD Corporation.
5NOTICES TO THE USER ◆Refer service to qualifi ed technicians only.Safety: It is important that the operator is aware of, and understands, hazards common to the operation of any transceiver.One or more of the following statements may be applicable:FCC WARNINGThis equipment generates or uses radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved by the party responsible/ JVC KENWOOD. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.INFORMATION TO THE DIGITAL DEVICE USER REQUIRED BY THE FCCThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses and can generate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.• Consult the dealer for technical assistance.
6FCC LICENSE INFORMATIONYour KENWOOD transceiver operates on communications frequencies which are subject to FCC (Federal Communications Commission) Rules & Regulations. FCC Rules require that all operators using Private Land Mobile radio frequencies obtain a radio license before operating their equipment. Application for license must be made on FCC form 601, schedules D and H, and Remittance form 159.FAX: Forms can be obtained by fax from the FCC Fax-On-Demand system. Call 1-202-418-0177 from your fax machine and request document number 000601 for the form, schedules, and instructions.MAIL: Forms can be ordered by telephone, and will be sent to you by fi rst class mail. Call the FCC Forms Hotline at 1-800-418-FORM (1-800-418-3676).INTERNET: Form 601 and instructions can be downloaded from the FCC Forms website at http://www.fcc.gov/formpage.htmlBefore fi lling out your Form 601 application Technical Data section, you must decide on which frequencies you will operate. See the frequency charts on page 26.QUESTIONS? Call the FCC for license application questions at 1-888-CALL-FCC (1-888-225-5322).ATTENTION:The RBRC Recycle seal found on KENWOOD lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery packs indicates KENWOOD’s voluntary participation in an industry program to collect and recycle Li-ion batteries after their operating life has expired. The RBRC program is an alternative to disposing Li-ion batteries with your regular refuse or in municipal waste streams, which is illegal in some areas.For information on Li-ion battery recycling in your area, call (toll free) 1-800-8-BATTERY (1-800-822-8837).KENWOOD’s involvement in this program is part of our commitment to preserve our environment and conserve our natural resources.
7PRECAUTIONS• Do not charge the transceiver and battery pack when they are wet.• Ensure that there are no metallic items located between the transceiver and the battery pack.• Do not use options not specifi ed by KENWOOD.• If the die-cast chassis or other transceiver part is damaged, do not touch the damaged parts.• If a headset or headphone is connected to the transceiver, reduce the transceiver volume. Pay attention to the volume level when turning the squelch off.• Do not place the microphone cable around your neck while near machinery that may catch the cable.• Do not place the transceiver on unstable surfaces.• Ensure that the end of the antenna does not touch your eyes.• When the transceiver is used for long transmissions, the radiator and chassis will become hot. Do not touch these locations when replacing the battery pack.• Do not immerse the transceiver in water.• Always switch the transceiver power off before installing optional accessories.• To dispose of batteries, be sure to comply with the laws and regulations in your country or region.WARNINGTurn the transceiver power off in the following locations:• In explosive atmospheres (infl ammable gas, dust particles, metallic powders, grain powders, etc.).• While taking on fuel or while parked at gasoline service stations.• Near explosives or blasting sites.• In aircraft. (Any use of the transceiver must follow the instructions and regulations provided by the airline crew.)• Where restrictions or warnings are posted regarding the use of radio devices, including but not limited to medical facilities.• Near persons using pacemakers.
8CAUTION• Do not disassemble or modify the transceiver for any reason.• Do not place the transceiver on or near airbag equipment while the vehicle is running. When the airbag infl ates, the transceiver may be ejected and strike the driver or passengers.• If an abnormal odor or smoke is detected coming from the transceiver, switch the transceiver power off immediately, remove the battery pack from the transceiver, and contact your KENWOOD dealer.• Use of the transceiver while you are driving may be against traffi c laws. Please check and observe the vehicle regulations in your area.• Do not expose the transceiver to extremely hot or cold conditions.• Do not carry the battery pack with metal objects, as they may short the battery terminals.• Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced; replace only with the same type.• When attaching a commercial strap to the transceiver, ensure that the strap is durable. In addition, do not swing the transceiver around by the strap; you may inadvertently strike and injure another person with the transceiver.• If a commercially available neck strap is used, take care not to let the strap get caught on nearby machine.• When operating the transceiver in areas where the air is dry, it is easy to build up an electric charge (static electricity). When using an earphone accessory in such conditions, it is possible for the transceiver to send an electric shock through the earphone and to your ear. We recommend you use only a speaker/microphone in these conditions, to avoid electric shocks.• Do not expose the transceiver to long periods of direct sunlight, nor place it near heating appliances.
9Information concerning the battery pack:The battery pack includes fl ammable objects such as organic solvent. Mishandling may cause the battery to rupture producing fl ames or extreme heat, deteriorate, or cause other forms of damage to the battery. Please observe the following prohibitive matters.DANGER• Do not disassemble or reconstruct battery!The battery pack has a safety function and protection circuit to avoid danger. If they suffer serious damage, the battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into fl ame.• Do not short-circuit the battery!Do not join the + and – terminals using any form of metal (such as a paper clip or wire). Do not carry or store the battery pack in containers holding metal objects (such as wires, chain-necklaces or hairpins). If the battery pack is short-circuited, excessive current will fl ow and the battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into fl ame. It will also cause metal objects to heat up.• Do not incinerate or apply heat to the battery!If the insulator is melted, the gas release vent or safety function is damaged, or the electrolyte is ignited, the battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into fl ame.• Do not leave the battery near fi re, stoves, or other heat generators (areas reaching over 80°C/ 176°F)!If the polymer separator is melted due to high temperature, an internal short-circuit may occur in the individual cells and the battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into fl ame. • Do not immerse the battery in water or get it wet by other means!If the battery’s protection circuit is damaged, the battery may charge at extreme current (or voltage) and an abnormal chemical reaction may occur. The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into fl ame.• Do not charge the battery near fi re or under direct sunlight!If the battery’s protection circuit is damaged, the battery may charge at extreme current (or voltage) and an abnormal chemical reaction may occur. The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into fl ame.
10DANGER• Use only the specifi ed charger and observe charging requirements!If the battery is charged in unspecifi ed conditions (under high temperature over the regulated value, excessive high voltage or current over regulated value, or with a remodeled charger), it may overcharge or an abnormal chemical reaction may occur. The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into fl ame.• Do not pierce the battery with any object, strike it with an instrument, or step on it!This may break or deform the battery, causing a short-circuit. The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into fl ame.• Do not jar or throw the battery!An impact may cause the battery to leak, generate heat or smoke, rupture, and/or burst into fl ame. If the battery’s protection circuit is damaged, the battery may charge at an abnormal current (or voltage), and an abnormal chemical reaction may occur. The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into fl ame.• Do not use the battery pack if it is damaged in any way!The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into fl ame.• Do not solder directly onto the battery!If the insulator is melted or the gas release vent or safety function is damaged, the battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into fl ame.• Do not reverse the battery polarity (and terminals)!When charging a reversed battery, an abnormal chemical reaction may occur. In some cases, an unexpected large amount of current may fl ow upon discharging. The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into fl ame.• Do not reverse-charge or reverse-connect the battery!The battery pack has positive and negative poles. If the battery pack does not smoothly connect with a charger or operating equipment, do not force it; check the polarity of the battery. If the battery pack is reverse-connected to the charger, it will be reverse-charged and an abnormal chemical reaction may occur. The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into fl ame.
11DANGER• Do not touch a ruptured and leaking battery!If the electrolyte liquid from the battery gets into your eyes, wash your eyes with fresh water as soon as possible, without rubbing your eyes. Go to the hospital immediately. If left untreated, it may cause eye-problems.WARNING• Do not charge the battery for longer than the specifi ed time!If the battery pack has not fi nished charging even after the regulated time has passed, stop it. The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into fl ame.• Do not place the battery pack into a microwave or high pressure container!The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into fl ame.• Keep ruptured and leaking battery packs away from fi re!If the battery pack is leaking (or the battery emits a bad odor), immediately remove it from fl ammable areas. Electrolyte leaking from battery can easily catch on fi re and may cause the battery to generate smoke or burst into fl ame.• Do not use an abnormal battery!If the battery pack emits a bad odor, appears to have different coloring, is deformed, or seems abnormal for any other reason, remove it from the charger or operating equipment and do not use it. The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into fl ame.
12UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENTCarefully unpack the transceiver. If any of the items listed below are missing or damaged, fi le a claim with the carrier immediately.SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES• Battery charger/ AC adapter (KSC-37S) ................................1• Li-ion Battery pack (KNB-46L) ................................................ 1• Belt clip (KBH-14) ................................................................... 1• Screw (M3 x 8 mm) ................................................................2• Warranty card .........................................................................1• Instruction manual ..................................................................1PREPARATIONINSTALLING/ REMOVING THE BATTERY PACKCAUTION ◆Do not short the battery terminals or dispose of the battery by fi re. ◆Never attempt to remove the casing from the battery pack.1 Match the guides of the battery pack with the corresponding grooves on the upper rear of the transceiver, then fi rmly press the battery pack to lock it in place.2 To remove the battery pack, lift the safety catch on the base of the transceiver, then press the release latch underneath the safety catch.
13CHARGING THE BATTERY PACKThe battery pack is not charged at the factory; charge it before use.Average battery pack life: Battery Saver on: 18 hours/ Battery Saver off: 14 hours• Average times are calculated using 5% transmit time, 5% receive time, and 90% standby time.ATTENTION: ◆Always switch OFF a transceiver equipped with a battery pack before inserting the transceiver into the charger.1 Plug the AC adapter cable into the jack located on the rear of the charger.2 Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet.3 Slide a battery pack or a transceiver equipped with a battery pack into the charging slot of the charger.• Make sure the metal contacts of the battery pack mate securely with the charger metal terminals.• The indicator lights red and charging begins.IndicatorCharger metal terminals4 When charging is completed, the indicator fl ashing green. Remove the battery pack or the transceiver from the charging slot of the charger.• It takes approximately 2.5 hours to charge the battery pack.• When the charger will not be used for a long time, unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet.Note: ◆When the indicator blinks red, the battery pack is either defective or the battery pack contacts are not properly mated with those of the charger.
14 ◆The ambient temperature should be between 41°F and 104°F (5°C and 40°C) while charging is in progress. Charging outside this range may not fully charge the battery. ◆The battery pack life is over when its operating time decreases even though it is fully and correctly charged. Replace the battery pack.INSTALLING THE BELT CLIPIf necessary, attach the belt clip using the two supplied M3 x 8 mm screws.INSTALLING THE OPTIONAL SPEAKER/ MICROPHONE (OR HEADSET)1 Open the SP/MIC tabs on the side of the transceiver.2 Insert the accessory’s plugs into the SP/MIC jacks.3 When you remove the accessory from the transceiver, be sure to cover the SP/MIC jacks with the attached tabs, in order to keep dust and dirt away from the contacts.
15ORIENTATIONdfeb ahcgMicrophoneSpeakerAntennaa Power switch/ Volume control Turn clockwise to switch ON the transceiver. To switch OFF the transceiver, turn counterclockwise until a click sounds. Rotate to adjust the volume level.b LED indicator Indicates the transceiver status.c PTT (Push to Talk) switch Press and hold, then speak into the microphone to transmit.d MENU keyPress to perform various functions. Press and hold while switching the power ON to enter Setting Mode.e CAL key Press before making a call to alert the other party members, or press to select a unit ID to make a call.f MON key Press to monitor the current channel for activity.
16g / keys Press to change the operating channel, to select a menu in Setting Mode, and to perform other functions.h Speaker/ microphone jacks Insert the Speaker/ microphone or Headset plug into this jack.DISPLAYIcon DescriptionAppears when VOX is activated.Appears when using low transmit power.Appears when the channel is set up with a DQT code.Appears when making or receiving a selcall.Displays the approximate battery power remaining. Blinks when the battery power is low, while transmitting.Appears when Privacy Talk is activated.Appears when the Caller’s ID is displayed.Displays the channel number along with its QT/DQT setting (if any). Also displays various menus and menu settings.Appears when compander is activated.Appears while monitoring a channel.Appears when the transceiver keys have been locked.
17BASIC OPERATIONSwitch the Power ON Switch the transceiver power ON by turning the Power switch/ Volume control clockwise.• A confi rmation tone sounds, the LCD lights up momentarily, then the current channel number is displayed. To switch the transceiver power OFF, turn the Power switch/ Volume control fully counterclockwise, until a click sounds.Adjust the Volume Set your desired volume level by rotating the Power switch/ Volume control.• Clockwise increases the volume and counterclockwise decreases the volume.Note: ◆To adjust the volume using background noise as a reference, use the Monitor function {page 22}.Select a Channel Select a channel by pressing the or key.• A confi rmation tone sounds each time you press the or key.• When you receive a call on your selected channel, you will hear audio from the speaker and the LED will light green.• To use a signaling code, refer to “QUIET TALK/ DIGITAL QUIET TALK” {page 18}.
18Make a Call1 Press the MON key to make sure the channel is not in use {page 22}.2 Press and release the CAL key to alert the other parties that you are beginning a call.• A call alert tone will sound on the other party’s transceiver.3 Press and hold the PTT switch, then speak into the speaker area to transmit.• The LED lights red while transmitting.• For best sound quality, speak into the speaker area in your normal speaking voice while holding the transceiver approximately 1.5 inches (3 to 4 cm) from your mouth.4 Release the PTT switch when you have fi nished speaking.QUIET TALK/ DIGITAL QUIET TALKQT (Quiet Talk) and DQT (Digital Quiet Talk) are functions that reject signals from undesired parties that are using the same channel as you. You will hear audio from the speaker only when you receive a signal that contains a tone or code matching the one set up on the channel you are using. Likewise, when you transmit on a channel set up with QT or DQT, the receiving station must have a matching tone or code in order to hear your signal.You can select a tone or code for each channel. There are 45 QT tones and 174 DQT codes. After changing the QT/ DQT setting, confi rm that the other members in your group have selected the same tone or code.
19QT No.QT Frq. QT No.QT Frq. QT No.QT Frq. QT No.QT Frq. 167.0 Hz 13 103.5 Hz 25 156.7 Hz 37 241.8 Hz271.9 Hz 14 107.2 Hz 26 162.2 Hz 38 250.3 Hz374.4 Hz 15 110.9 Hz 27 167.9 Hz 39 69.3 Hz477.0 Hz 16 114.8 Hz 28 173.8 Hz 40 67.0 Hz579.7 Hz 17 118.8 Hz 29 179.9 Hz 41 67.0 Hz682.5 Hz 18 123.0 Hz 30 186.2 Hz 42 67.0 Hz785.4 Hz 19 127.3 Hz 31 192.8 Hz 43 67.0 Hz888.5 Hz 20 131.8 Hz 32 203.5 Hz 44 67.0 Hz991.5 Hz 21 136.5 Hz 33 210.7 Hz 45 67.0 Hz10 94.8 Hz 22 141.3 Hz 34 218.1 Hz oF OFF11 97.4 Hz 23 146.2 Hz 35 225.7 Hz12 100.0 Hz 24 151.4 Hz 36 233.6 HzDQT No.DQT Code DQT No.DQT Code DQT No.DQT Code DQT No.DQT Code DQT No.DQT Code1D023N 21 D134N 41 D306N 61 D503N 81 D734N2D025N 22 D143N 42 D311N 62 D506N 82 D743N3D026N 23 D152N 43 D315N 63 D516N 83 D754N4D031N 24 D155N 44 D331N 64 D532N 84 D645N5D032N 25 D156N 45 D343N 65 D546N 85 D023I6D043N 26 D162N 46 D346N 66 D565N 86 D025I7D047N 27 D165N 47 D351N 67 D606N 87 D026I8D051N 28 D172N 48 D364N 68 D612N 88 D031I9D054N 29 D174N 49 D365N 69 D624N 89 D032I10 D065N 30 D205N 50 D371N 70 D627N 90 D043I11 D071N 31 D223N 51 D411N 71 D631N 91 D047I12 D072N 32 D226N 52 D412N 02 D632N 92 D051I13 D073N 33 D243N 53 D413N 73 D654N 93 D054I14 D074N 34 D244N 54 D423N 74 D662N 94 D065I15 D114N 35 D245N 55 D431N 75 D664N 95 D071I16 D115N 36 D251N 56 D432N 76 D703N 96 D072I17 D116N 37 D261N 57 D445N 77 D712N 97 D073I18 D125N 38 D263N 58 D464N 78 D723N 98 D074I19 D131N 39 D265N 59 D465N 79 D731N 99 D114I20 D132N 40 D271N 60 D466N 80 D732N 100 (A0) D115I
20DQT No.DQT Code DQT No.DQT Code DQT No.DQT Code DQT No.DQT Code DQT No.DQT Code101 (A1) D116I 116 (B6) D226I 131 (D1) D351I 146 (E6) D506I 161 (G1) D712I102 (A2) D125I 117 (B7) D243I 132 (D2) D364I 147 (E7) D516I 162 (G2) D723I103 (A3) D131I 118 (B8) D244I 133 (D3) D365I 148 (E8) D532I 163 (G3) D731I104 (A4) D132I 119 (B9) D245I 134 (D4) D371I 149 (E9) D546I 164 (G4) D732I105 (A5) D134I 120 (C0) D251I 135 (D5) D411I 150 (F0) D565I 165 (G5) D734I106 (A6) D143I 121 (C1) D261I 136 (D6) D412I 151 (F1) D606I 166 (G6) D743I107 (A7) D152I 122 (C2) D263I 137 (D7) D413I 152 (F2) D612I 167 (G7) D754I108 (A8) D155I 123 (C3) D265I 138 (D8) D423I 153 (F3) D624I 168 (G8) D645I109 (A9) D156I 124 (C4) D271I 139 (D9) D431I 154 (F4) D627I 169 (G9) D023N110 (B0) D162I 125 (C5) D306I 140 (E0) D432I 155 (F5) D631I 170 (H0) D023N111 (B1) D165I 126 (C6) D311I 141 (E1) D445I 156 (F6) D632I 171 (H1) D023N112 (B2) D172I 127 (C7) D315I 142 (E2) D464I 157 (F7) D654I 172 (H2) D023N113 (B3) D174I 128 (C8) D331I 143 (E3) D465I 158 (F8) D662I 173 (H3) D023N114 (B4) D205I 129 (C9) D343I 144 (E4) D466I 159 (F9) D664I 174 (H4) D023N115 (B5) D223I 130 (D0) D346I 145 (E5) D503I 160 (G0) D703I oF OFF1 Press the MENU key.• The current setting blinks.2 Press the or key to select your desired value.• The values range from 01 to 45 for QT tones, then proceed to 01 to 174 for DQT codes. When selecting a DQT code, the icon appears on the display.• Select “ ” to turn off both QT and DQT. 3 Press the MENU key 4 times, or press the PTT, MON, or CAL key or after mode reset timer has elapsed {page 45} to confi rm the selection and return to operating mode.• In Channel display, If DQT No. is 100 or more, the second digit is displayed by alphabet.
21PRIVACY TALKWhereas the QT and DQT functions allow you to ignore unwanted calls, Privacy Talk allows you to hold a conversation in complete privacy. When this function is activated, any other party that is listening to your channel will be unable to understand your conversation. 1 Press the MENU key 2 times.• The icon appears on the display and blinks.2 Press the or key to select “ ” (privacy on) or “ ” (privacy off).3 Press the MENU key 3 times, or press the PTT, MON, or CAL key or after mode reset timer has elapsed {page 45} to confi rm the selection and return to operating mode.TRANSMIT POWERYou can adjust the transmit power on all channels. Selecting low power will allow longer use of the battery pack. Selecting high power will allow you to transmit further, in case the other party is too far away for low power usage.To change the transmit power:1 Press the MENU key 3 times.• The current setting blinks.2 Press the or key to select “ ” (low power) or “ ” (high power).• The icon appears on the display when low power is selected.3 Press the MENU key 2 times, or press the PTT, MON, or CAL key or after mode reset timer has elapsed {page 45} to confi rm the selection and return to operating mode.
22COMPANDERThe compander (compressor/expander) allows higher clarity of signals, avoiding excessive noise and interference. When activated, transmitted signals are compressed before being sent and received signals are expanded when they arrive.1 Press the MENU key 4 times.• The current setting blinks.2 Press the or key to select “ ” (compander off) or “ ” (compander on).3 Press the MENU key 1 time, or press the PTT, MON, or CAL key or after mode reset timer has elapsed {page 45} to confi rm the selection and return to operating mode.MONITORWhen no signals are present, the squelch on the transceiver automatically mutes the speaker so you will not hear background noise. Using the MON key, you can open the squelch to unmute the speaker. This allows you to:• confi rm the channel activity so you don’t make a call while another party is using the same channel• adjust the volume level without having to wait for a call• listen to an intermittent call (due to a weak signal) without it continuously cutting outTo manually open the squelch, press and hold the MON key.• When squelch is open, the icon appears on the display and the LED lights green.To return to normal operation, release the MON key.
23LOCK FUNCTIONKEY LOCK You can lock the MENU, , and keys to prevent accidentally changing the operating mode and channel settings. The Power switch/ Volume control and PTT, CAL*, and MON still function normally.* The CAL key functions normally only if it has been set up as Call Alert {page 33}.Press and hold the MENU key for 3 seconds to lock or unlock the transceiver keys.• The icon appears on the display when the transceiver keys are locked. No icon appears when they are unlocked.SUPER LOCKYou can lock the MENU, CAL*, , and/or keys, and disable the Setting Mode. The Power switch/ Volume control, PTT and MON still function normally.* The CAL key will not be locked only if it has been set up as Selcall {page 34}.To select the super lock setting:1 With the transceiver power OFF, press and hold the PTT switch and the CAL key while turning the transceiver power ON (for 1 second).2 Press the or key to select “ ” (MENU, CAL, , and keys locked), “ ” (MENU and CAL keys locked), or “ ” (super lock off).3 Press the MENU, PTT, MON, or CAL key to exit Super Lock Setting Mode.• The icon appears on the display when the transceiver keys are locked. No icon appears when they are unlocked.
24SETTING MODEMany functions on this transceiver are selected or confi gured through the Menu instead of physical controls. 1 With the transceiver power OFF, press and hold the MENU key while turning the transceiver power ON (for 1 second).2 Press the or key to select your desired Setting menu.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select your desired value for the Setting menu.4 Press the MENU key to exit the selection.5 Press the PTT, MON, or CAL key to exit Setting Mode.Setting MenuDisplay Name Settings Default Ref. PgChannel 1 Frequency Setting 01 ~ 99 02 26Channel 2 Frequency Setting 01 ~ 99 08 26Channel 3 Frequency Setting 01 ~ 99 09 26Channel 4 Frequency Setting 01 ~ 99 10 26Channel 5 Frequency Setting 01 ~ 99 11 26Channel 6 Frequency Setting 01 ~ 99 12 26Optional Signaling OFF/ FS (FleetSync) OFF 34 1 Individual Selcall Alert OFF/ 1 ~ 10 9 37 1 Group Selcall Alert OFF/ 1 ~ 10 10 37 2 Incoming Call Notifi cation OFF/ ON (Tone) OFF 44Call Key CA (Call Alert)/ SC (Selcall)/ OFF CA 32 3 Call Alert Tone Type 1 ~ 10 1 33
25Display Name Settings Default Ref. PgCall Alert Side Tone OFF/ ON ON 33PTT ID OFF/ bo (BOT)/ 01~ 32 (List 1 ~ 32) OFF 38PTT ID Side Tone OFF/ ON ON 39Data Transmit Modulation Delay Time0/ 5 (500)/ 10 (1000)/ 15 (1500)/ 20 (2000 ms)500 ms 38Mute Hold TimeOFF/ 5 (500)/ 10 (1000)/ 15 (1500)/ 20 (2000)/ 25 (2500 ms)OFF 39Caller ID Display OFF/ ON OFF 40Mode Reset Timer OFF/ 10/ 30 sec 10 sec 45Time-out Timer 3/ 10 min 3 min 41Busy Channel Lockout OFF/ ON OFF 44BacklightOFF/ ON/ A (Auto)Auto 40Battery Level Indicator OFF/ ON ON 43Battery Saver OFF/ ON OFF 42Beep Tone OFF/ ON ON 45Scan Function OFF/ ON OFF 27Squelch Level 0/ 1/ 2 1 28Mic Sense no (Normal)/ HI (High) Normal 41VOX Gain Level OFF/ 1 ~ 5 OFF 30 4 VOX Delay Time 0.1/ 0.3/ 0.5/ 1.0/ 1.5/ 3.0 sec 1.0 sec 30 4 Transmit Inhibit while Receiving OFF/ ON OFF 31 4 VOX Proceed Tone OFF/ ON OFF 31 Selectable Power ON Tone Type 1 ~ 3 Type 1 461 Menus and are not available if the menu is set to OFF.2 Menu is not available if the menu is set to FleetSync.3 Menu is not available if the menu is set to OFF or Selcall.4 Menus , , and are not available if the menu is set to OFF.
26CHANNEL FREQUENCY SETUPYou can change the default frequency of each channel.1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select a channel.• The current frequency table number appears beside the channel number.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select the frequency table number for the channel.4 Press the MENU key to exit the selection, then repeat steps 2 and 3 to set additional channels.Table No.Frq. (MHz)Table No.Frq. (MHz)Table No.Frq. (MHz)Table No.Frq. (MHz)1464.5000 26 462.8375 51 467.8875 76 452.76252 (CH 1)464.5500 27 462.8625 52 467.9125 77 452.86253467.7625 28 462.8875 53 469.4875 78 456.18754 467.8125 29 462.9125 54 469.5125 79 456.23755467.8500 30 464.4875 55 469.5375 80 456.28756 467.8750 31 464.5125 56 469.5625 81 468.21257467.9000 32 464.5375 57 462.1875 82 468.26258 (CH 2) 467.9250 33 464.5625 58 462.4625 83 468.31259 (CH 3)461.0375 34 466.0375 59 462.4875 84 468.362510 (CH 4)461.0625 35 466.0625 60 462.5125 85 468.412511 (CH 5)461.0875 36 466.0875 61 467.1875 86 468.462512 (CH 6)461.1125 37 466.1125 62 467.4625 87 468.512513 461.1375 38 466.1375 63 467.4875 88 468.562514 461.1625 39 466.1625 64 467.5125 89 468.612515 461.1875 40 466.1875 65 451.1875 90 468.662516 461.2125 41 466.2125 66 451.2375 91 456.337517 461.2375 42 466.2375 67 451.2875 92 456.437518 461.2625 43 466.2625 68 451.3375 93 456.537519 461.2875 44 466.2875 69 451.4375 94 456.637520 461.3125 45 466.3125 70 451.5375 95 457.312521 461.3375 46 466.3375 71 451.6375 96 457.412522 461.3625 47 466.3625 72 452.3125 97 457.512523 462.7625 48 467.7875 73 452.5375 98 457.762524 462.7875 49 467.8375 74 452.4125 99 457.862525 462.8125 50 467.8625 75 452.5125
27• The marked CH numbers are the default channel settings.SCANScan is useful for monitoring signals on the transceiver channels. When scanning, the transceiver checks for a signal on each channel and only stops if a signal is present.If the QT/DQT matches, the transceiver stops at the channel and opens the squelch so you can listen to the call. If the QT/DQT does not match, the call is ignored and scanning continues.Before you can use the scan function, ensure that it is activated. You can turn the scan function (the ability to perform scan) ON or OFF in Setting Mode.1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (scan function disabled) or “ ” (scan function enabled).• If you select “ ”, you will no longer be able to perform scan by pressing and holding the key {page 28}. To begin scanning:1 Press and hold the key for 1 second.• “ ” appears on the display.2 When a signal is detected and the QT/ DQT matches, the channel number appears on the display and blinks.3 When the signal is no longer present, the transceiver waits for 5 seconds before scanning continues.• If a new signal appears before the 5 seconds elapse, the transceiver will remain on the channel until the new signal is no longer present, at which time it will again wait for 5 seconds before continuing.
284 To end the scan at any time, press and hold the key for 1 second.• The transceiver returns to the channel you were using before you started scanning.REVERT CHANNELThe revert channel is the channel from which you start scanning. So, for example, if you are on channel 1 when you begin to scan, your revert channel is channel 1.During scan, pressing the PTT switch will automatically select the transceiver’s revert channel (in the above example, channel 1) and you will begin transmitting. However, if you are currently paused on another channel after having received a signal (for example, channel 2), pressing the PTT switch will allow you to transmit on that channel, rather than returning to the revert channel. Scanning will resume after 5 seconds, unless a signal is present on the channel.SQUELCH LEVELYou can adjust the default squelch level of the transceiver.1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (open), “ ” (default setting), or “ ” (tight).
29VOICE OPERATED TRANSMISSION (VOX)Using the VOX feature, you can operate the transceiver hands-free. In order to use this feature, however, you must use an optional headset; VOX will not function with the built-in microphone. For best operation conditions, we recommend you use an optional headset with both an ear piece and a microphone on a boom that rests in front of your mouth.VOX OPERATION1 Set up a VOX gain level from 1 to 5 {page 30}.2 To transmit, speak into the headset microphone.• You do not need to press the PTT switch; the transceiver automatically detects your voice and begins transmitting. The LED lights red.3 To stop transmitting, stop speaking.• Transmission will continue momentarily after you stop speaking. You can select the delay time as described on page 30.4 To exit VOX mode, set the VOX gain level {below} to “ ” (VOX function off).VOX Gain LevelWith VOX activated, your voice level will determine when you transmit. Due to the automatic switching between transmission and reception, we recommend you set the VOX gain level such that it will not activate when in an area with excessive ambient noise.1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (VOX function off) or “ ” (VOX gain level 1) to “ ” (VOX gain level 5).
30• While adjusting the VOX Gain level, speak into the microphone. When an appropriate level is reached, the LED lights orange. • Setting the VOX gain level to OFF deactivates VOX. In order to transmit with VOX turned off, you must use the PTT switch.VOX Delay TimeIf the transceiver returns to receive mode too quickly after you stop speaking, the end of your message may not be transmitted. To avoid this, select an appropriate delay time that allows your entire message to be transmitted. However, do not make the delay overly long.1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (0.1 sec.), “ ” (0.3 sec.), “ ” (0.5 sec.), “ ” (1 sec.), “ ” (1.5 sec.), or “ ” (3 sec.).• While adjusting the VOX Delay Time, speak into the microphone to simulate transmitting. The LED lights orange while speaking, but no signal is transmitted at this time. Transmit Inhibit While ReceivingWhile using VOX, you can set the transceiver to detect when the channel is in use (in place of using the Monitor function). With this function turned on, VOX will not allow you to transmit while the channel is being used. You can transmit only when the channel is free. Setting up the proceed tone function will notify you when the channel is free {below}.1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.
313 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (transmit inhibit while receiving on) or “ ” (transmit inhibit while receiving off).VOX Proceed ToneYou can set the transceiver to sound an alert tone when you are able to transmit (transmission is no longer inhibited). 1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (VOX proceed tone on) or “ ” (VOX proceed tone off).• You can speak into the microphone at this time to simulate transmitting. The LED lights orange while speaking if your voice is at an appropriate level, but no signal is transmitted at this time.
32FleetSync: ALPHANUMERIC 2-WAY PAGING FUNCTIONFleetSync is an Alphanumeric 2-way Paging Function, and is a protocol owned by JVC KENWOOD Corporation. Each transceiver has a unique ID which is used to decode signals from other callers.CALL KEY SETUPYou can set up the transceiver CAL key to perform 1 of 2 functions, or you can turn the CAL key off (unused):Call Alert: Press the CAL key before making a call will send your call alert tone to your party members, identifying yourself before speaking.Selcall: Press the CAL key then select from a list of IDs to make calls to specifi c transceivers.To set up the CAL key:1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (call alert), “ ” (selcall), or “ ” (off).
33CALL ALERT TONECall alert tones are used to identify yourself to your party members. You can set up a call alert tone to one of 10 types. If each party member uses a different call alert tone, it is easy to know who is making the call. Pressing the CAL key before making a call will send your call alert tone to your party members.To set up your own call alert tone:1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (call alert tone 1) to “ ” (call alert tone 10).• Each time you press or to select a call alert tone, the new tone sounds.Call Alert Side Tone When the CAL key is pressed, the call alert tone will sound through your own speaker as well. To turn the Call Alert Side Tone on or off, on your own transceiver:1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (Call Alert Side Tone is on) or “ ” (Call Alert Side Tone is off).
34SELCALL (SELECTIVE CALLING)A Selcall is a voice call to a particular station or group of stations. Each transceiver is set up with an individual ID number for use with selcalls. There are several types of Selcalls available: Individual, Group, and Broadcast.• Individual Calls are calls made to individual parties.• Group Calls are calls made to all parties within a group.• Broadcast Calls are calls made to all parties in all groups.The default status of the transceiver does not allow you to make a Selcall. Use the following procedures to set up your transceiver to allow Selcalls:Step 1: Activate the FleetSync Optional Signaling1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ” (Optional Signaling).3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (FleetSync).• After setting the Optional Signaling to FleetSync, you will no longer be able to receive calls except selcalls.Step 2: Set up the CAL key1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (selcall).Step 3: Set up your own ID (ID List Setting Mode for Selcall)1 With the transceiver power OFF, press and hold the CAL key while turning the transceiver power ON (for 1 second).• A beep will sound and the transceiver will enter ID List Setting Mode.2 Press the or key to select a list ID number.
353 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (own ID).• The default own ID setting is 01.• When setting up your own ID, make sure that each member within your group sets up a unique ID number for their own ID. If an own ID number is duplicated, that transceiver cannot perform selcalls.“ ” represents an Individual Call ID.“ ” represents a Group Call ID.“ ” represents a Broadcast Call ID.“ ” represents your own ID number.“ ” clears the selected ID data.4 Press the MENU key to confi rm the selection.5 Press the PTT, MON, or CAL key to return to normal operation.6 Set up your group ID number by repeating steps 1 to 5, above. In step 3, select “ ” (group ID) instead of “ ”.• Ensure that all of your group members set up the same group ID.7 You can also set up a broadcast ID number (“ ”) which is used to make calls to all members of several groups.• Ensure that all members of all groups set up the same broadcast ID.
36Making a Selcall Following are details on how to make individual, group, and broadcast calls. Refer to the diagram below for the examples provided herein.Note: ◆When QT/DQT is set to the receiving side , the call side QT/DQT settings must be set up the same as the receiving side settings. ◆During Scan the CAL key does not operate. Individual Calls:For example, transceiver A is calling transceiver E.1 Press the CAL key.2 Press the or key to select an individual ID number (Id-05 in this example).• “ ” (individual call) represents a single station. 3 Press the PTT switch to transmit the selected ID.• When a call is received, “ ” appears on the display, along with the caller’s ID number.
37Group Calls:For example, transceiver A is calling transceivers D, E, and F.1 Press the CAL key.2 Press the or key to select a group ID number (GP-12 in this example).• “ ” (group call) represents a group of stations.3 Press the PTT switch to transmit the selected group ID.• When a call is received, “ ” appears on the display, along with the caller’s ID number.Broadcast Calls:For example, transceiver A is calling transceivers B ~ F.1 Press the CAL key.2 Press the or key to select a broadcast ID number (AL-15 in this example). “ ” (broadcast call) represents all stations.3 Press the PTT switch to transmit the selected broadcast ID.• When a call is received, “ ” appears on the display, along with the caller’s ID number.Note: ◆If Optional Signaling (menu “ ”) has been set to “ ” (FleetSync), you can also set up an Individual Selcall Alert type (menu “ ”) and Group Selcall Alert type (menu “ ”). Individual and Group Selcall Alert types range from “ ” (off) and “ ” (type 1) to “ ” (type 10). Receiving a Selcall When a selcall is received, the icon and “ ”, “ ” or “ ” appears on the display along with the caller's ID number. Press the PTT switch and speak into the speaker area to respond to the call, then continue the call as normal. When the call is fi nished, press the CAL key to return to operating mode.
38Data Transmit Modulation Delay Time This function normally operates fi ne using the default setting, so it is not necessary to adjust the value. However, there are certain operating environments that will not allow the use of FleetSync (Selcall) functions, such as Scan mode. When you encounter such an environment, readjust the delay time to a longer time by following the procedures. To set up a data transmit modulation delay time:1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (0 ms), “ ” (500 ms), “ ” (1000 ms), “ ” (1500 ms), or “ ” (2000 ms).PTT ID The transceiver can send a PTT ID signal when pressing the PTT switch (beginning of transmission) or when pressing and releasing (beginning of transmission and end of transmission) the PTT switch.1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (PTT ID is off), “ ” (send your own PTT ID at the beginning of transmission), or “ ” to “ ” (send selected list ID number PTT ID at the beginning and end of transmission).Note: ◆Transceiver's individual ID number is not available for selection as PTT ID.
39PTT ID Side Tone When the PTT switch is pressed and/or released, a tone will sound through your own speaker when the PTT ID is transmitted. To turn the PTT ID Side Tone on or off:1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (PTT ID Side Tone is on) or “ ” (PTT ID Side Tone is off).Mute Hold Time Mute Hold Time keeps the speaker muted for a brief moment, after a signal has been received. This prevents interference with the PTT ID signal. To set the hold time:1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (hold time is off), “ ” (500 ms), “ ” (1000 ms), “ ” (1500 ms), “ ” (2000 ms), or “ ” (2500 ms).
40Caller ID Display When the transceiver receives a PTT ID signal, the caller ID of that signal appears on the display, along with the icon, so you know who is making the call.1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (Caller ID Display is on) or “ ” (Caller ID Display is off).BACKGROUND OPERATIONSDISPLAY BACKLIGHTYou can set the display backlight to remain off, remain on, or turn on when you press any key other than the PTT switch (auto). When set to auto, the backlight remains on for 5 seconds after pressing a key, before turning off again. To select the backlight setting:1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (backlight off), “ ” (backlight on), or “ ” (backlight auto).
41MIC SENSEYou can adjust the sensitivity level of the transceiver microphone.To select the mic sense:1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (normal) or “ ” (high).TIME-OUT TIMERThe Time-out Timer prevents you from using a channel for a extended durations. This function is useful, for example, when you accidentally keep the PTT switch pressed. Additionally, by limiting the amount of time you can continuously transmit, this feature helps you save on battery power consumption.If you continuously transmit for 3 minutes (default value), the transceiver will stop transmitting and a tone will sound. To stop the tone, release the PTT switch. You can press the PTT switch again to resume transmitting.To change the default value of 3 minutes:1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (3 minutes) or “ ” (10 minutes).This transceiver is also equipped with a pre-alert tone which sounds 10 seconds before the Time-out Timer expires. This will allow you time to fi nish your message before the transceiver automatically stops transmitting.
42BATTERY SAVERThis transceiver has been designed to give you the most out of your battery power. The battery saver function decreases the amount of power used when a signal is not being received and no operations are being performed.While using the transceiver, battery saver will automatically switch ON after 5 seconds have elapsed with no operations or received calls. Operating the transceiver or receiving a call will switch this feature OFF until 5 seconds of non-operation occurs again.To turn this function on or off:1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (battery saver on) or “ ” (battery saver off).Note: ◆While the Battery Saver is operating, the LED may fl ash green when receiving a QT/DQT signal which does not match the QT/DQT tone/code set up in your transceiver.
43BATTERY LEVEL INDICATORWhen turned ON, the battery level indicator on the display lets you know approximately how much battery life is remaining. When turned OFF, the battery level indicator will appear and blink only when the battery voltage level is low.When the battery voltage becomes too low while transmitting, the transceiver stops transmitting, a tone sounds, and the LED blinks red until you release the PTT switch. Recharge or replace the battery pack at this time. High battery power Medium battery power Low battery power Recharge the battery packTo turn this function on or off:1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (battery level indicator on) or “ ” (battery level indicator off).
44INCOMING CALL NOTIFICATIONNote: ◆To use Incoming Call Notifi cation, you must set up a QT tone or a DQT code {page 18}.Incoming Call Notifi cation is used to inform you of when a call is being received. When activated, a tone is emitted when a busy signal is received and the QT/ DQT signaling matches.• The tone will sound for 15 seconds before turning off.• While the tone sounds, you will not hear any audio from the speaker. Press any key to turn the tone off and listen to the received call.After the call is fi nished, the transceiver will wait for 10 seconds before resetting. If you receive a new call within those 10 seconds, the tone will not sound. If no call is received within 10 seconds, Incoming Call Notifi cation will reset so that the next time a call is received, the tone will sound again.To turn Incoming Call Notifi cation on or off:1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (incoming call notifi cation off), or “ ” (incoming call notifi cation on).BUSY CHANNEL LOCKOUT (BCL)This function is used in order to prevent transmitting on a channel that somebody else is currently using. When turned ON, a beep sounds when you press the PTT switch while another party is using the channel, and you cannot transmit.To turn BCL on or off:1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.
453 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (BCL on) or “ ” (BCL off).BEEP TONEWhen you press a key, a beep will emit from the transceiver.To turn the beep tone on or off:1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (beep tone on) or “ ” (beep tone off).MODE RESET TIMERThis function returns the transceiver to the channel display after a preset timer expires while in Setting mode or ID List mode.To set the mode reset timerr:1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (timer off), “ ” (10 seconds), “ ” (30 seconds).
46SELECTABLE POWER ON TONEYou can set up a tone sound during power on to one of 3 types. To set the power on tone type:1 Enter the Setting Mode {page 24}.2 Press the or key to select “ ”.3 Press the MENU key then press or to select “ ” (type 1), “ ” (type 2), “ ” (type 3).RESETTING THE TRANSCEIVERAt some point in time, you may desire to reset the transceiver settings to their default values. (Default values are listed on pages 24 ~ 25.)To reset the transceiver:1 With the transceiver power OFF, press and hold the , , and MON keys while turning the transceiver power ON.• “ ” (reset) will appear on the display.2 Release the , , and MON keys.• The confi rmation message “ ” (sure) will appear on the display.3 Press the PTT switch to reset the transceiver.• Press any other key to cancel the reset.Note: ◆Reset will function even if Super Lock has been activated.
47TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEProblem SolutionCannot turn the transceiver power ON.• The battery pack may be dead. Recharge or replace the battery pack.• The battery pack may not be installed correctly. Remove the battery pack and install it again.Battery power dies shortly after charging.• The battery pack life is fi nished. Replace the battery pack with a new one.Cannot talk to or hear other members in your group.• Make sure you are using the same frequency and QT/DQT setting as the other group members.• Other group members may be using Privacy Talk. Turn on your transceiver’s Privacy Talk.• Other group members may be too far away. Make sure you are within range of the other transceivers.Other voices (besides group members) are present on the channel.• Change the QT/DQT settings. Make sure all group members change the settings on their transceivers to match the new QT/DQT setting.You cannot make a selcall.• Verify and set your transceiver ID (Own, Group, All).You cannot receive calls except selcalls.You cannot transmit even by pressing the PTT switch.• Optional Signaling is set to "FS (FleetSync)". Change the setting to "oF (OFF)".The transceiver is malfunctioning for no apparent reason.• Reset the transceiver as described on page 46.
48SPECIFICATIONSRF output power High 1.5 WLow 500 mWAudio output power 100 mWFrequency stability ±2.5 ppmOperating voltage 3.7 VDimensions (W x D x H)(projections not included)52 x 29.6 x 103.5 mm(2.05 x 1.17 x 4.07 in)Weight (with KNB-46L) 155 g (5.5 oz)© 2016

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