JVCKENWOOD 36023120 VHF FM Transceiver User Manual

JVC KENWOOD Corporation VHF FM Transceiver Users Manual

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TK-7100INSTRUCTION MANUALVHF FM TRANSCEIVERTK-8100UHF FM TRANSCEIVERTK-7102H E 00 Cover 02.9.30, 1:41 PM1
THANK YOU!We are grateful you chose KENWOOD for your personal mobile applications. Webelieve this easy-to-use transceiver will provide dependable communications tokeep personnel operating at peak efficiency.KENWOOD transceivers incorporate the latest in advanced technology. As aresult, we feel strongly that you will be pleased with the quality and features ofthis product.MODELS COVERED BY THIS MANUALThe models listed below are covered by this manual:•TK-7100:VHF FM Transceiver•TK-8100:UHF FM TransceiverPRECAUTIONSPlease observe the following precautions to prevent fire, personal injury, andtransceiver damage.• Do not attempt to configure the transceiver while driving; it is too dangerous.• Do not modify the transceiver for any reason.• Do not expose the transceiver to long periods of direct sunlight, nor place itnear heating appliances.• Do not place the transceiver in excessively dusty, humid, or wet areas, nor onunstable surfaces.• If an abnormal odor or smoke is detected coming from the transceiver, turnOFF the power immediately. Contact your KENWOOD dealer.TK-7102H E 000 02.9.30, 1:41 PM1
iNOTICES TO THE USER◆Government law prohibits the operation of unlicensed transmitters within the territories undergovernment control.◆Illegal operation is punishable by fine and/or imprisonment.◆Refer service to qualified technicians only.SAFETY: It is important that the operator is aware of, and understands, hazardscommon to the operation of any transceiver.◆EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES (GASES, DUST, FUMES, etc.)Turn OFF your transceiver while taking on fuel or while parked in gasoline service stations. Do notcarry spare fuel containers in the trunk of your vehicle if your transceiver is mounted in the trunk area.◆INJURY FROM RADIO FREQUENCY TRANSMISSIONSDo not operate your transceiver when somebody is either touching the antenna or standing withintwo to three feet of it, to avoid the possibility of radio frequency burns or related physical injury.◆DYNAMITE BLASTING CAPSOperating the transceiver within 500 feet (150 m) of dynamite blasting caps may cause them toexplode. Turn OFF your transceiver when in an area where blasting is in progress, or where“TURN OFF TWO-WAY RADIO” signs have been posted. If you are transporting blasting caps inyour vehicle, make sure they are carried in a closed metal box with a padded interior. Do nottransmit while the caps are being placed into or removed from the container.One or more of the following statements may be applicable:FCC WARNINGThis equipment generates or uses radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to thisequipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in theinstruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorizedchange 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 protectionagainst harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses and can generate radio frequency energy and, if not installed andused 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 thisequipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determinedby turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one ormore 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 isconnected.•Consult the dealer for technical assistance.TK-7102H E 00i-ii 02.9.30, 1:41 PM1
iiCONTENTSUNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT ................................... 1SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ..................................................................... 1PREPARATION .................................................................................. 2TOOLS REQUIRED .............................................................................. 2POWER CABLE CONNECTION ............................................................... 2INSTALLING THE T RANSCEIVER .............................................................. 3ORIENTATION .................................................................................... 4FRONT PANEL ................................................................................... 4DISPLAY............................................................................................ 5REAR PANEL ..................................................................................... 5BASIC OPERATIONS ........................................................................ 6SWITCHING POWER ON/ OFF ............................................................. 6ADJUSTING THE VOLUME ..................................................................... 6SELECTING A CHANNEL ....................................................................... 6TRANSMITTING ................................................................................... 6RECEIVING ........................................................................................ 6SCAN .................................................................................................. 7TEMPORARY DELETE .......................................................................... 7REVERT CHANNEL .............................................................................. 7DTMF CALLS ..................................................................................... 8MANUAL DIALLING ............................................................................. 8STORING DTMF NUMBERS ................................................................. 8DIALLING STORED DTMF NUMBERS .................................................... 8CLEARING STORED DTMF NUMBERS ................................................... 8REDIALLING ....................................................................................... 8CODE SQUELCH (ID CODE) ............................................................ 9RECEIVING ........................................................................................ 9TRANSMITTING ................................................................................... 9ADVANCED OPERATIONS ............................................................. 10TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT) .................................................................... 10BUSY CHANNEL LOCKOUT (BCL) ...................................................... 10TALK-AROUND................................................................................. 10MONITOR ........................................................................................ 10EMERGENCY OPERATION ................................................................... 11KEY LOCK ...................................................................................... 11BEGINNING/ END OF TRANSMISSION ID SIGNAL .................................... 11TK-7102H E 00i-ii 02.9.30, 1:41 PM2
1UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENTNote: The following unpacking instructions are for use by your KENWOOD dealer, an authorizedKENWOOD service facility, or the factory.Carefully unpack the transceiver. We recommend that you identify the itemslisted in the following table before discarding the packing material. If any itemsare missing or have been damaged during shipment, file a claim with the carrierimmediately.SUPPLIED ACCESSORIESmetI rebmuNtraP ytitnauQ)ylnoepytK(enohporciMXX-4260-19T1)ylnoepytK(redlohenohporciMXX-4851-91J1elbacrewopCDXX-9333-03E1esuF•-15F2tekcarbgnitnuoMXX-2660-92J1:teswercSXX-5930-99N1)seceip4(wercsgnippat-fleS•)seceip4(rehsawhtiwwercsdedaeh-xeH•)seceip4(rehsawgnirpS•)seceip4(rehsawtalF•launamnoitcurtsnIXX-6951-26B1DC power cablewith fuses Mounting bracket Screw setMicrophone Microphone holderTK-7102H E 01-11 02.9.30, 1:42 PM1
2Various electronic equipment in your vehicle may malfunction if they are not properly protected fromthe radio frequency energy which is present while transmitting. Electronic fuel injection, anti-skidbraking, and cruise control systems are typical examples of equipment that may malfunction. If yourvehicle contains such equipment, consult the dealer for the make of vehicle and enlist his/her aid indetermining if they will perform normally while transmitting.Note: The following preparation instructions are for use by your KENWOOD dealer, an authorizedKENWOOD service facility, or the factory.TOOLS REQUIREDNote: Before installing the transceiver, always check how far the mounting screws will extend belowthe mounting surface. When drilling mounting holes, be careful not to damage vehicle wiring or parts.The following tools are required for installing the transceiver:• 6 mm (1/4 inch) or larger electric drill• 4.2 mm (5/32 inch) drill bit for the self-tapping screws• Circle cuttersPOWER CABLE CONNECTIONThe transceiver operates in 12 V negative ground systems only! Check the battery polarity andvoltage of the vehicle before installing the transceiver.1Check for an existing hole, conveniently located in the firewall, where thepower cable can be passed through.• If no hole exists, use a circle cutter to drill the firewall, then install a rubbergrommet.2Run the two power cable leads through the firewall and into the enginecompartment, from the passenger compartment.3Connect the red lead to the positive (+) battery terminal and the black lead tothe negative (–) battery terminal.• Locate the fuse as close to the battery as possible.4Coil and secure the surplus cable with a retaining band.• Be sure to leave enough slack in the cables so the transceiver can be removed forservicing while keeping the power applied.PREPARATIONTK-7102H E 01-11 02.9.30, 1:42 PM2
3INSTALLING THE TRANSCEIVERFor passenger safety, install the transceiver securely, using the supplied mounting bracket, so thetransceiver will not break loose in the event of a collision.1Mark the position of the holes in the dash by using the mounting bracket as atemplate. Drill the holes, then attach the mounting bracket using the suppliedself-tapping screws.• Be sure to mount the transceiver in a location where the controls are within easyreach of the user and where there is sufficient space at the rear of the transceiverfor cable connections.2Connect the antenna and the supplied power cable to the transceiver.3Slide the transceiver into the mounting bracket and secure it using thesupplied hex-headed screws.4Mount the microphone hanger in a location where it will be within easy reachof the user.• The microphone and microphone cable should be mounted in a place where theywill not interfere with the safe operation of the vehicle.When replacing the fuse in the DC power cable, be sure to replace it with a fuse of the same value.Never replace a fuse with a fuse that has a higher value.Hex-headedscrewsDC power cableMounting bracketAntennaconnectorPower inputconnectorFuseBlack cableRed cable 12 V vehiclebatterySelf-tapping screwSpringwasherFlat washerMicrophoneTK-7102H E 01-11 02.9.30, 1:42 PM3
4ORIENTATIONFRONT PANELqqqqq (Power) switchPress to switch the transceiver ON. Press and hold for approximately1 second to switch the transceiver OFF.wwwww▲ keyPress to increase the volume level.eeeee▼ keyPress to decrease the volume level.rrrrr● keyPF (Programmable Function) key. The default setting of this key is None (nofunction). The programmable functions available for this key are listed below.ttttt keyPF (Programmable Function) key. The default setting of this key is Monitor(page 10). Other programmable functions available for this key are listed below.yyyyy1/ 2/ 3/ 4 keysPress to select a channel from 1 to 4.uuuuuMicrophone jackInsert the microphone plug into this jack (the microphone is an optionalaccessory).iiiiiSpeakerInternal speaker.oooooPTT switchPress this switch, then speak into the microphone to call a station.Auxiliary Programmable Functions:• Emergency • Scan On/ Off• Key Lock • Talk Around• Monitor • Temporary Delete• None (no function)TK-7102H E 01-11 02.9.30, 1:42 PM4
5DISPLAYREAR PANELExternalspeaker jackPower inputconnectorAntenna connectorrotacidnI noitpircseD.gnittimsnartelihwsthgiL.lennahcdetcelesyltnerrucehtnodetcetedsilangisanehwsthgiLsiyekgnidnopserrocstiotnodemmargorpnoitcnufehtelihwsthgiL .detavitcasiyekgnidnopserrocstiotnodemmargorpnoitcnufehtelihwsthgiL .detavitca.)4~1(lennahcdetcelesyltnerrucehtyalpsidotsthgiLTK-7102H E 01-11 02.9.30, 1:42 PM5
6BASIC OPERATIONSSWITCHING POWER ON/ OFFPress the switch to switch the transceiver ON.Press and hold the switch for approximately 1 second to switch thetransceiver OFF.ADJUSTING THE VOLUMEPress the ▲ key to increase the volume and the ▼ key to decrease the volume.SELECTING A CHANNELSelect your desired channel by pressing a key from 1 to 4.TRANSMITTINGNote: Before transmitting, first monitor the channel to make sure it is not already in use.1Select your desired channel by pressing a channel key (1 ~ 4).• If the channel is busy, wait until it becomes free.2Press the microphone PTT switch and speak into the microphone. Releasethe PTT switch when you have finished speaking.• For best sound quality at the receiving station, hold the microphone approximately1.5 inches (3 ~ 4 cm) from your mouth.RECEIVING1Select your desired channel by pressing a channel key (1 ~ 4).2When you hear a signal, readjust the volume level if necessary.3Respond to the call as described in step 2 of “TRANSMITTING”, above.TK-7102H E 01-11 02.9.30, 1:42 PM6
7SCANTo activate the Scan function, press the key programmed as Scan On/ Off.• The indicator next to the programmed key flashes (“ ” or “ ”).When a signal is detected on a channel, the Scan indicator stops flashing. Atthis time, both the Scan indicator and the Busy indicator light.When the signal is no longer present, Scan resumes and the Scan indicatorflashes again.To stop scanning, press the Scan On/ Off key again.• The transceiver returns to the channel that was selected before Scan started.TEMPORARY DELETEDepending on how your transceiver has been set up, a key may have beenprogrammed with the Temporary Delete function. If so, press and hold thatprogrammed key for approximately 1 second to temporarily remove undesiredchannels from the scanning sequence. This allows you to scan only thosechannels which you desire. After switching the Scan function OFF, or switchingthe transceiver OFF and then ON again, the Scan settings return to normal.Note: In order for Scan to function, there must be at least 2 channels added to the scanningsequence. If there are less channels than this, Scan does not operate.REVERT CHANNELDuring Scan, pressing the PTT switch to transmit will cause the transceiver toselect the revert channel. Your dealer programs the Revert channel for yourtransceiver. Consult your dealer for details.TK-7102H E 01-11 02.9.30, 1:42 PM7
8DTMF CALLSNote: To make DTMF calls, you must have an optional microphone with a DTMF keypad.MANUAL DIALLINGPress and hold the PTT switch, then enter the digits on the microphone keypad.• You can enter the digits 0 ~ 9, A ~ D, , and #. (A ~ D may be disabled by your dealer.)• If programmed by your dealer, you do not need to continuously hold the PTT switch;the transceiver will remain in the transmit state for 2 seconds after releasing each key.• While transmitting DTMF tones, the microphone is muted.STORING DTMF NUMBERSIf Auto Dialling has been activated by your dealer, you can store DTMF numbers(16 digits maximum) in each of the 9 Auto Dial memory locations (1 ~ 9).1Press the microphone # key.2Enter the desired digits on the microphone keypad.• You can enter the digits 0 ~ 9, A ~ D, , and #.• When entering “#”, you must first press the PTT switch.• To cancel, press any key on the transceiver front panel, other than the switch.3Press the microphone # key, then enter a memory location number (1 ~ 9).• If no key is pressed within 10 seconds, the transceiver will return to normal operation.DIALLING STORED DTMF NUMBERS1Press the microphone key.2Enter the desired memory location number (1 ~ 9).3Press the PTT switch.• If programmed by your dealer, no DTMF tone will sound when “D” is transmitted.“D” is used for a pause time. The pause duration is programmed by your dealer.CLEARING STORED DTMF NUMBERS1Press the microphone # key twice.• To cancel the process, press any key other than 1 ~ 9.2Enter the desired memory location number (1 ~ 9).REDIALLING1Press the microphone key, then press the 0 key.2Press the PTT switch.Note: Switching the transceiver power OFF clears the redial memory.TK-7102H E 01-11 02.9.30, 1:42 PM8
9CODE SQUELCH (ID CODE)Code Squelch is enabled or disabled by your dealer. This function turns thetransceiver squelch OFF only when it receives the DTMF code that has been setup in your transceiver. Transceivers that do not transmit the correct code will notbe heard. Consequently, you can communicate with a specific party withoutlistening to other parties using the same channel.Your dealer may also activate Group Call for your transceiver. This is usefulwhen you want to send information to a number of units in a fleet. Ask yourdealer for details.RECEIVINGWhen you receive a signal containing the correct code, Code Squelch turns OFFand you will hear the call.• To mute the speaker after Code Squelch turns OFF, press the key programmed asMonitor.• Your dealer can program Code Squelch to automatically turn back ON after a specifictime period elapses.• If Transpond is programmed, an acknowledgment signal is returned to the callingstation. Transpond does not function when you are called with a Group code.Transpond can send an alert tone or a transceiver ID code.• If Call Alert is programmed, an alert tone will sound when the correct code is received.TRANSMITTING1Press and hold the PTT switch.2Enter the code of the transceiver you want to call or enter a Group code onthe microphone keypad.• If desired, you can send codes the same way you make DTMF calls {page 8}.3Use the transceiver the same as in a regular call; press the PTT switch totransmit and release it to receive.• The called transceiver’s Code Squelch will turn OFF while you are transmitting.After you stop transmitting, the Code Squelch will turn back ON after a pre-set timeperiod elapses. This time period is programmed by your dealer.• When you release the PTT switch, Code Squelch turns OFF. If no signal isreceived for a pre-determined time, Code Squelch turns back ON.• Pressing the key programmed as Monitor at any time will turn the Code Squelchback ON.TK-7102H E 01-11 02.9.30, 1:42 PM9
10ADVANCED OPERATIONSTIME-OUT TIMER (TOT)The purpose of the Time-out Timer is to prevent any caller from using a channelfor an extended period of time. If you continuously transmit for a period of timethat exceeds the programmed time, the transceiver will stop transmitting and analert tone will sound. To stop the tone, release the PTT switch.Your dealer can program a warning function to alert you before the TOT expires.Continuously transmitting for the time specified by your dealer will cause thewarning tone to sound.BUSY CHANNEL LOCKOUT (BCL)The Busy Channel Lockout feature is activated or deactivated by your dealer.When activated, BCL prevents you from interfering with other parties who may beusing the same channel that you selected. Pressing the PTT switch while thechannel is in use will cause your transceiver to emit an alert tone andtransmission will be inhibited (you cannot transmit). Release the PTT switch tostop the tone and return to receive mode.TALK AROUNDYou may occasionally experience an interruption in service (due to a powerfailure, etc.). During such an occurrence, you can continue communication byusing the Talk Around feature, if it has been programmed by your dealer.Talk Around allows you to communicate directly with other transceivers, withoutthe use of a repeater. However, if the station you want to contact is too far away,or there are geographical obstacles in the way, you may not be able to contactthe station.Toggle Talk Around ON and OFF by pressing the key programmed as Talk Around.• The indicator corresponding to the Talk Around key lights while the Talk Around function is ON.• When using Talk Around, the “receive” frequency is used for both transmission andreception, and the QT/DQT “decode” signalling is used for both encoding and decoding.MONITORPress the key programmed as Monitor to turn the transceiver signalling OFF.While signalling is OFF, you can hear all signals received on your currentchannel. With signalling ON, you can hear only signals that match the signallingprogrammed in your transceiver. Press the Monitor key again to return tonormal operation.Press and hold the key programmed as Monitor for 2 seconds to listen to weaksignals that you cannot hear during normal operation, and to adjust the volumewhen no signals are present on your selected channel. Press the Monitor keyagain to return to normal operation.TK-7102H E 01-11 02.9.30, 1:42 PM10
11EMERGENCY OPERATIONPress and hold the key programmed as Emergency to enter Emergency Mode.• The transceiver will beep unless your dealer has activated “Secret” Emergency Mode.• The channel will switch to the pre-programmed emergency channel.While in “Secret” Emergency Mode, the Busy indicator lights every 10 seconds.When your signal has been acknowledged, the Busy indicator will light 2 timesevery 10 seconds.When the transceiver receives an Emergency Reset code, it will return to normaloperation. Or, if you press and hold the Emergency key for more than 10seconds, you can return the transceiver to normal operation.If enabled by your dealer, the transceiver can remain in Emergency Mode evenwhile the transceiver power is OFF.KEY LOCKPress the key programmed as Key Lock to lock the keys of the transceiver.Locking the transceiver keys prevents you from accidentally changing thechannel and channel settings. While key lock is active, you can still use themicrophone PTT switch, the (power) switch, and the Emergency, Monitor, ▲,and ▼ keys.Press the Key Lock key again to turn this function OFF.BEGINNING/ END OF TRANSMISSION ID SIGNALYour dealer can enable or disable the Beginning/ End of Transmissionidentification signals. These signals are used to access and release somerepeaters and telephone systems.A Beginning of Transmission ID Signal is sent when you press the PTT switch.An End of Transmission ID Signal is sent when you release the PTT switch.TK-7102H E 01-11 02.9.30, 1:42 PM11
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MANDATORY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TO INSTALLERS AND USERS • Use only manufacturer or dealer supplied antenna. • Antenna Minimum Safe Distance: 60 cm (24 in.), 50% duty Cycle. • Antenna Gain: 0 dBd referenced to a dipole. The Federal Communications Commission has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to RF (Radio Frequency) energy which is below the OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Act) limits. • Antenna Mounting: The antenna supplied by the manufacturer or radio dealer must not be mounted at a location such that during radio transmission, any person or persons can come closer than the above indicated minimum safe distance to the antenna, i.e. 60 cm (24 in.) , 50% duty Cycle. • To comply with current FCC RF Exposure limits, the antenna must be installed at or exceeding the minimum safe distance shown above, and in accordance with the requirements of the antenna manufacturer or supplier. • Vehicle installation: The antenna can be mounted at the center of a vehicle metal roof or trunk lid, if the minimum safe distance is observed. • Base Station Installation: The antenna should be fixed-mounted on an outdoor permanent structure. RF Exposure compliance must be addressed at the time of installation. Antenna substitution: Do not substitute any antenna for the one supplied or recommended by the manufacturer or radio dealer. You may be exposing person or persons to excess radio frequency radiation. You may contact your radio dealer or the manufacturer for further instructions. Maintain a separation distance from the antenna to person(s) of at least 60 cm (24 in.) , 50% duty Cycle. “This transmitter is authorized to operate with a maximum duty factor of 50%, in typical push-to-talk mode, for satisfying FCC RF exposure compliance requirements.” You, as the qualified end-user of this radio device must control the exposure conditions of bystanders to ensure the minimum separation distance (above) is maintained between the antenna and nearby persons for satisfying RF Exposure compliance. The operation of this transmitter must satisfy the requirements of Occupational/Controlled Exposure Environment, for work-related use, transmit only when person(s) are at least the minimum distance from the properly installed, externally mounted antenna.

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