Kenwood USA 322601 UHF FM Portable Transceiver User Manual Instruction manual

Kenwood USA Corporation UHF FM Portable Transceiver Instruction manual

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Instruction manual

© B62-1476-30 (K)09 08 07 06 05 04 03INSTRUCTION MANUALVHF FM TRANSCEIVERTK-2140TK-3140UHF FM TRANSCEIVER
iWARNING:EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES (GASES, DUST, FUMES, etc.)Tu rn off your transceiver while taking on fuel, or while parked ingasoline service stations.◆Government law prohibits the operation of unlicensed radiotransmitters within the territories under government 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 ofand understands hazards common to the operation ofany transceiver.THANK YOUWe are grateful you chose KENWOOD for your landmobile radio applications. We believe this easy-to-usetransceiver will provide dependable communications tokeep personnel operating at peak efficiency.KENWOOD transceivers incorporate the latest inadvanced technology. As a result, we feel strongly thatyou will be pleased with the quality and features of thisproduct.MODELS COVERED BY THIS MANUAL• TK-2140: VHF FM Transceiver• TK-3140: UHF FM TransceiverNOTICES TO THE USER
iiOne or more of the following statements may beapplicable:ATTENTION (U.S.A. Only):The RBRC Recycle seal found on KENWOODnickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery packs indicatesKENWOOD’s voluntary participation in an industryprogram to collect and recycle Ni-Cd batteries aftertheir operating life has expired. The RBRC programis an alternative to disposing Ni-Cd batteries withyour regular refuse or in municipal waste streams,which is illegal in some areas.For information on Ni-Cd 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 commitmentto preserve our environment and conserve our natural resources.FCC WARNINGThis equipment generates or uses radio frequency energy. Changesor modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interferenceunless the modifications are expressly approved in the instructionmanual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipmentif an unauthorized change or modification is made.INFORMATION TO THE DIGITAL DEVICE USER REQUIRED BYTHE FCCThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limitsfor a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection againstharmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses and can generate radio frequencyenergy and, if not installed and used in accordance with theinstructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in aparticular installation. If this equipment does cause harmfulinterference to radio or television reception, which can be determinedby turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try tocorrect 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 thatto which the receiver is connected.•Consult the dealer for technical assistance.
iiiCONTENTSUNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT ................... 1SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ......................................... 1PREPARATION .................................................. 2BATTERY PACK PRECAUTIONS .................................... 2INSTALLING/ REMOVING THE (OPTIONAL) RECHARGEABLE BATTERYPACK OR ALKALINE BATTERY CASE ............................... 7INSTALLING/ REMOVING ALKALINE BATTERIES ...................... 8INSTALLING THE (OPTIONAL) ANTENNA ............................ 9INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP ....................................... 9INSTALLING THE COVER OVER THE UNIVERSAL CONNECTOR ......... 10INSTALLING THE (OPTIONAL KMC-25) SPEAKER/ MICROPHONE ...10GETTING ACQUAINTED .......................................11DISPLAY ......................................................13PROGRAMMABLE AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS ................14OPERATION OVERVIEW.......................................16TRUNKING FORMAT ............................................16CONVENTIONAL FORMAT ........................................16OPERATING BASICS ...........................................17SWITCHING POWER ON/ OFF ..................................17ADJUSTING THE VOLUME .......................................17SELECTING A SYSTEM/ GROUP/ CHANNEL ........................17TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT) .......................................18TRUNKED OPERATION (Trunking Format) ..................19PLACING A DISPATCH CALL .....................................19RECEIVING A DISPATCH CALL ...................................19
ivCONVENTIONAL OPERATION (Trunking Format) ...........20TRANSMITTING .................................................20RECEIVING ....................................................20SYSTEM SCAN (Trunking Format) ...........................21SCANNING TRUNKED SYSTEMS ..................................21SCANNING CONVENTIONAL SYSTEMS .............................21SCAN LOCKOUT ................................................22SCAN REVERT .................................................22GROUP SCAN (Trunking Format) ............................23CONVENTIONAL OPERATION (Conventional Format) .....24TRANSMITTING .................................................24RECEIVING ....................................................24SCAN (Conventional Format) ................................25PRIORITY SCAN ................................................252-TONE SIGNALLING (Conventional Format) ..............26FleetSync™: ALPHANUMERIC 2-WAY PAGING FUNCTION ... 27KEY FUNCTIONS ...............................................27SELCALL (SELECTIVE CALLING) .................................28STATUS MESSAGE .............................................30OPTIONAL SHORT MESSAGES FEATURE ..........................32AUDIBLE USER FEEDBACK TONES ..........................33
1UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENTNote: The following unpacking instructions are for use by yourKENWOOD dealer, an authorized KENWOOD service facility, or thefactory.Carefully unpack the transceiver. We recommend thatyou identify the items listed in the following table beforediscarding the packing material. If any items are missingor have been damaged during shipment, file a claim withthe carrier immediately.SUPPLIED ACCESSORIESmetI rebmuNtraP ytitnauQpilctleBXX-1070-92J1pacrotcennoclarevinUXX-5260-90B1wercsdesserDXX-8450-80N1dracytnarraW—1launamnoitcurtsnIXX-6741-26B1Belt clip Universalconnector capDressedscrew
2BATTERY PACK PRECAUTIONS◆Do not recharge the battery pack if it is already fully charged.Doing so may cause the life of the battery pack to shorten or thebattery pack may be damaged.◆After recharging the battery pack, disconnect it from the charger.If the charger power is reset (turned ON after being turned OFF),recharging will start again and the battery pack will becomeovercharged.◆Do not use the transceiver while charging the battery pack. Werecommend you switch the transceiver power OFF while chargingis taking place.◆Do not short the battery terminals or dispose of the battery byfire.◆Never attempt to remove the casing from the battery pack.Information concerning the (optional) Li-ion battery pack:The battery pack includes flammable objects such as organic solvent.Mishandling may cause the battery to rupture producing flames orextreme heat, deteriorate, or cause other forms of damage to thebattery. Please observe the following prohibitive matters.•Do not disassemble or reconstruct battery!The battery pack has a safety function and protection circuit toavoid danger. If they suffer serious damage, the battery maygenerate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.•Do not short-circuit the battery!Do not join the + and – terminals using any form of metal (such asa paperclip or wire). Do not carry or store the battery pack incontainers holding metal objects (such as wires, chain-neckless orhairpins). If the battery pack is short-circuited, excessive currentwill flow and the battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, orburst into flame. It will also cause metal objects to heat up.PREPARATIONDANGER
3•Do not incinerate or apply heat to the battery!If the insulator is melted, the gas release vent or safety function isdamaged, or the electrolyte is ignited, the battery may generateheat or smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.•Do not use or leave the battery near fires, stoves, or otherheat generators (areas reaching over 80°C/ 176°F)!If the polymer separator is melted due to high temperature, aninternal short-circuit may occur in the individual cells and thebattery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.•Do not immerse the battery in water or get it wet by othermeans!If the battery’s protection circuit is damaged, the battery maycharge at extreme current (or voltage) and an abnormal chemicalreaction may occur. The battery may generate heat or smoke,rupture, or burst into flame.•Do not charge the battery near fires or under direct sunlight!If the battery’s protection circuit is damaged, the battery maycharge at extreme current (or voltage) and an abnormal chemicalreaction may occur. The battery may generate heat or smoke,rupture, or burst into flame.•Use only the specified charger and observe chargingrequirements!If the battery is charged in unspecified conditions (under hightemperature over the regulated value, excessive high voltage orcurrent over regulated value, or with a remodelled charger), itmay overcharge or an abnormal chemical reaction may occur.The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst intoflame.•Do not pierce the battery with any object, strike it with aninstrument, or step on it!This may break or deform the battery, causing a short-circuited.The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst intoflame.•Do not jar or throw the battery!An impact may cause the battery to leak, generate heat or smoke,rupture, and/or burst into flame. If the battery’s protection circuit isdamaged, the battery may charge at an abnormal current (orvoltage), and an abnormal chemical reaction may occur. Thebattery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.
4•Do not use the battery pack if it is damaged in any way!The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst intoflame.•Do not solder directly onto the battery!If the insulator is melted or the gas release vent or safety functionis damaged, the battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, orburst into flame.•Do not reverse the battery polarity (and terminals)!When charging a reversed battery, an abnormal chemicalreaction may occur. In some cases, an unexpected large amountof current may flow upon discharging. The battery may generateheat or smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.•Do not reverse-charge or reverse-connect the battery!The battery pack has positive and negative poles. If the batterypack does not smoothly connect with a charger or operatingequipment, do not force it; check the polarity of the battery. If thebattery pack is reverse-connected to the charger, it will bereverse-charged and an abnormal chemical reaction may occur.The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst intoflame.•Do not touch a ruptured and leaking battery!If the electrolyte liquid from the battery gets into your eyes, washyour eyes out with fresh water as soon as possible, withoutrubbing your eyes. Go to the hospital immediately. If leftuntreated, it may cause eye-problems.
5•Do not charge the battery for longer than the specified time!If the battery pack has not finished charging even after theregulated time has passed, stop it. The battery may generateheat or smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.•Do not place the battery pack into a microwave or highpressure container!The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst intoflame.•Keep ruptured and leaking battery packs away from fire!If the battery pack is leaking (or the battery emits a bad odor),immediately remove it from flammable areas. Electrolyte leakingfrom battery can easily catch on fire and may cause the battery togenerate smoke or burst into flame.•Do not use an abnormal battery!If the battery pack emits a bad odor, appears to have differentcoloring, is deformed, or seems abnormal for any other reason,remove it from the charger or operating equipment and do notuse it. The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burstinto flame.■Using the Li-ion Battery Pack•Charge the battery pack before using it.•To keep the battery discharge at a minimum, removethe battery pack from the equipment when it is not inuse. Store the battery pack in a cool and dry location.•When storing the battery pack for a long period:1Remove the battery pack from the equipment.2Discharge the battery pack, if possible.3Store the battery pack in a cool (below 25°C/ 77°F)and dry location.
6■Characteristics of the Li-ion Battery Pack•As the battery pack is charged and dischargedrepeatedly, the battery capacity decreases.•Even if the battery pack is unused, the battery packdegrades.•It takes a longer time to charge the battery pack incooler areas.•The life of battery pack is shortened when it is chargedand discharged in hotter areas. When the battery packis stored in a hot location, the battery pack degradesquicker. Do not leave the battery pack in vehicles ornear heating appliances.•When the battery pack operating time becomes short,even if it is fully charged, replace the battery pack.Continuing to charge and discharge the battery packmay result in elecrolyte leakage.■Charging the Li-ion Battery PackWhen charging a transceiver with a Li-ion batterypack, the safety catch of the battery pack may stickout past the battery. When inserting the transceiverwith the battery pack into the charger, the safetycatch will touch the metal contacts of the chargerand the charger LED will momentarily light red. Besure to push the transceiver fully into the batterypack slot so the safety catch no longer touches thecharger terminals. Once in place, the battery packwill begin charging.For charging procedures, refer to the chargerInstruction Manual.
7INSTALLING/ REMOVING THE (OPTIONAL) RECHARGEABLE BATTERYPACK OR ALKALINE BATTERY CASE1Match the guides of thebattery pack with thecorresponding grooves onthe upper rear of thetransceiver, then firmly pressthe battery pack to lock it inplace.2Flip the safety catch intoplace to prevent accidentallypressing the release latchand removing the battery.3To remove the battery pack,lift the safety catch, press therelease latch, then pull thebattery pack away from thetransceiver.Note:◆To lift the battery pack safety catch, use a piece of hardenedplastic or metal, such as a screwdriver, that is no more than6 mm wide and 1 mm thick. It is imperative that you place theimplement under only the lip of the safety catch so that you donot damage the release latch.◆Before charging a battery pack that is attached to the transceiver,ensure that the safety catch is firmly closed.◆While operating the transceiver using a Li-ion or Ni-MH batterypack in areas with an ambient temperature of –10°C/ +14°F andlower, operating time may be shortened.
8INSTALLING/ REMOVING ALKALINE BATTERIES◆Do not install batteries in a hazardous environment where sparkscould cause an explosion.◆Never discard old batteries in fire; extremely high temperaturescan cause batteries to explode.◆Do not short circuit the battery case terminals.◆Do not use commercially available rechargeable batteries.Note:◆If you do not plan to use the transceiver for a long period, removethe batteries from the battery case.◆This battery case has been designed for transmitting at a powerof approximately 1 W (the low power setting on your transceiver).If you want to transmit a stronger signal (using the high powersetting on your transceiver), use an optional rechargeable batterypack.1To open the battery case,press on the two tabs on theupper rear of the case thenpull the two halves apart.2Insert 6 AA (LR 6) alkalinebatteries into the batterycase.•Be sure to match thepolarities with those markedin the bottom of the batterycase.3Align the tabs of the coverwith the base, then pushdown on the cover until itlocks in place.
9Screw the antenna into theconnector on the top of thetransceiver by holding theantenna at its base and turningit clockwise until secure.INSTALLING THE (OPTIONAL) ANTENNAINSTALLING THE BELT CLIPNote: When first installing the belt clip, you must remove the batterypack from the rear of the transceiver.1Remove the two screwsfrom the rear of thetransceiver, then remove thesmall, plastic black coveringthat was held in place.2Insert the belt clip mountinto the space on the rear ofthe transceiver.3Using the 2 screws, affix thebelt clip in place.Note: Do not dispose of the plasticblack covering! If you remove thebelt clip, replace the covering into thespace on the rear of the transceiver.Either this covering or the belt clipmust be in place, otherwise thebattery pack may not remain installedproperly.
10If you are not using the optionalKMC-25 speaker/ microphone,install the cover over theuniveral connector using thesupplied 4 x 6 mm dressedscrew.INSTALLING THE COVER OVER THE UNIVERSAL CONNECTORINSTALLING THE (OPTIONAL KMC-25) SPEAKER/ MICROPHONE1Insert the guide of the speaker/ microphoneconnector into the groove of the universal connector.2Secure the connector in place using the attachedscrew.
11GETTING ACQUAINTEDqqqqqAntenna connectorConnect an (optional) antenna here.wwwwwRotary encoderRotate this encoder to activate its programmablefunction. (System or Group Up/ Down in TrunkingFormat, and Group or Channel Up/ Down inConventional Format.) For further details, contactyour dealer.eeeeePOWER switch/ VOLUME controlTu rn clockwise to switch ON the transceiver. Rotateto adjust the volume. Turn counterclockwise fully toswitch OFF the transceiver.
12rrrrrLED indicatorThis LED lights red during transmission and greenwhile receiving a signal. During Sel Call Alert, theLED flashes orange. If programmed by your dealer,when the battery pack power is low, the LED flashesred during transmission. Replace or recharge thebattery pack at this time.Note: While operating the transceiver using a Li-ion battery pack,the battery low indication time may be much shorter than whenusing other battery packs. The transceiver power may suddenlyswitch OFF at any time after the LED has started to flash.tttttAuxiliary (orange) keyPress to activate its auxiliary function {page 14}.yyyyyBattery pack safety catchFlip this catch to prevent accidentally pressing thebattery pack release latch. See “INSTALLING/ REMOVINGTHE (OPTIONAL) RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK OR ALKALINEBATTERY CASE” on page 7.uuuuuBattery pack release latchPress this latch to release the battery pack. See“INSTALLING/ REMOVING THE (OPTIONAL) RECHARGEABLEBATTERY PACK OR ALKALINE BATTERY CASE” on page 7.iiiiiPTT (Push-To-Talk) switchPress this switch, then speak into the microphone tocall a station.oooooSide 1 and Side 2 keysPress to activate their auxiliary functions {page 14}.!0!0!0!0!0 S, A, tttttB, and Csssss keysPress to activate their auxiliary functions {page 14}.!1!1!1!1!1 Universal connectorConnect the (optional KMC-25) speaker/ microphonehere. Otherwise, keep the supplied cover in place.
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14PROGRAMMABLE AUXILIARY FUNCTIONSKeys w, t, o and !0 {pages 11 and 12} can beprogrammed with the auxiliary functions listed in thefollowing table. The keys can only be programmed withfunctions, depending on whether you are usingConventional Format or Trunking Format. Pleasecontact your dealer for further details on these functions.noitcnuF lanoitnevnoCtamroFgniknurTtamroFenohpeleTotuAoNseYnwoDlennahCseYoNpUlennahCseYoNnwoD/pUlennahC1seYoNretcarahCyalpsiDseYseY)TOB(DIFMTDseYseY)TOE(DIFMTDseYseYycnegremE2seYseYnwoDpuorGseYseYpUpuorGseYseYnwoD/pUpuorG1seYseYlennahCemoHseYoNpuorGemoHoNseYkcoLyeKseYseYpmaLseYseY)OTS/LCR(yromeMseYseY)LCR(yromeMseYseY)OTS(yromeMseYseYedoMegasseM3seYseY
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16OPERATION OVERVIEWYour dealer can program your transceiver for eitherTr unking Format or Conventional Format.TRUNKING FORMATThis format can handle up to 32 systems with up to 250groups in each system. The transceiver can be used inboth trunked mode and conventional mode. Systems,groups, and their functions are programmed by yourdealer.CONVENTIONAL FORMATThis format can handle up to 250 groups with 250channels in each group. The transceiver can be usedonly in conventional mode. Groups, channels, and theirfunctions are programmed by your dealer.
17OPERATING BASICSSWITCHING POWER ON/ OFFTu rn the Power switch/ Volume control clockwise toswitch the transceiver ON.Tu rn the Power switch/ Volume control counterclock-wise to switch the transceiver OFF.ADJUSTING THE VOLUMERotate the Power switch/ Volume control to adjust thevolume. Clockwise increases the volume and counter-clockwise decreases it.SELECTING A SYSTEM/ GROUP/ CHANNELSelect the desired system and group (Trunking Format)using the encoder and the keys programmed withSystem or Group Up/ Down.Select the desired group and channel (ConventionalFormat) using the encoder and the keys programmedwith Group or Channel Up/ Down.
18TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT)The purpose of the Time-out Timer is to prevent anycaller from using a channel for an extended period oftime.If you continuously transmit for a period of time thatexceeds the programmed time, the transceiver will stoptransmitting and an alert tone will sound. To stop thetone, release the PTT switch.Your dealer can program the TOT time in the range of15 seconds to 10 minutes.
19TRUNKED OPERATION (Trunking Format)PLACING A DISPATCH CALL1Select the desired system and group using theencoder and the System or Group keys.2Press the PTT switch, then speak into themicrophone. Release the PTT switch to receive.•For best sound quality at the receiving station, hold themicrophone approximately 1.5 inches (3 ~ 4 cm) fromyour mouth.RECEIVING A DISPATCH CALL1Select the desired system and group using theencoder and the System or Group keys. (If theScan function has been programmed, you can switchit ON or OFF as desired.)2When you hear the dispatcher’s voice, readjust thevolume as necessary.
20CONVENTIONAL OPERATION (Trunking Format)TRANSMITTING1Select the desired system and group using theencoder and the System or Group keys.2Press the key programmed as Monitor to checkwhether or not the channel is free.•If the channel is busy, wait until it becomes free.3Press the PTT switch and speak into themicrophone. Release the PTT switch to receive.•For best sound quality at the receiving station, hold themicrophone approximately 1.5 inches (3 ~ 4 cm) fromyour mouth.RECEIVING1Select the desired system and group using theencoder and the System or Group keys. (If theScan function has been programmed, you can switchit ON or OFF as desired.)2When you hear the dispatcher’s voice, readjust thevolume as necessary.
21SYSTEM SCAN (Trunking Format)If the Scan function is programmed, systems can bescanned by pressing the key programmed as Scan.When the Scan key is pressed, the SCN indicator and“-SCAN-” or the revert system/ group number, appear onthe display and scanning starts. The systems not lockedout of the scanning sequence are scanned.When a call is received, scanning stops and the systemand group digits appear. Press the PTT switch andspeak into the microphone to respond to the call. Thetransceiver will continue scanning after a predeterminedtime delay if the PTT switch is released and no furthersignal is received.SCANNING TRUNKED SYSTEMSWhen scanning trunked systems, the revert groups andthe groups not locked out of the scanning sequence arescanned. See “GROUP SCAN” on page 23.SCANNING CONVENTIONAL SYSTEMSWhen scanning conventional systems, the revert groupsand the groups not locked out of the scanning sequenceare scanned. See “GROUP SCAN” on page 23.
22SCAN LOCKOUTIf a programmable auxiliary key is programmed withScan Del/Add, each system can be locked out of thescan sequence manually. The delete indicator ( s ) willappear on the display when the selected system islocked out.SCAN REVERTYou can select revert systems and groups using theencoder and the System or Group keys.Six types of Scan Reverts which can be programmed byyour dealer are available:•Last Called Revert: The last system/ group received isassigned as the new revert system and group.•Last Used Revert: The last system/ group responded tois assigned as the new revert system and group.•Selected: The last system/ group selected is assigned asthe new revert system and group.•Selected + Talkback: If the system/ group has beenchanged during Scan, the newly selected system/ group isassigned as the new revert system and group. Thetransceiver “talks back” on the current receive group.•Priority: If your dealer has programmed a Prioritychannel, this channel is the revert system and group.•Priority + Talkback: If your dealer has programmed aPriority channel, this channel is the revert system andgroup. The transceiver “talks back” on the current receivegroup.
23GROUP SCAN (Trunking Format)Group Scan is available for both trunked andconventional systems. This feature is useful when morethan one group is programmed in a system. GroupScan is set by your dealer on request. It scans therevert groups as well as groups that are allowed to bescanned.When a call is received, the group indicator shows thegroup number, and that group becomes the revert group.Simply press the PTT switch to respond to the call.You can also perform Group Scan while using a prioritychannel. Please contact your dealer for informationconcerning Priority Scan.
24CONVENTIONAL OPERATION (Conventional Format)TRANSMITTING1Select the desired group and channel using theencoder and the Group or Channel keys.2Press the key programmed as Monitor to checkwhether or not the channel is free.•If the channel is busy, wait until it becomes free.3Press the PTT switch and speak into themicrophone. Release the PTT switch to receive.•For best sound quality at the receiving station, hold themicrophone approximately 1.5 inches (3 ~ 4 cm) fromyour mouth.RECEIVING1Select the desired group and channel using theencoder and the Group or Channel keys. (If theScan function has been programmed, you can switchit ON or OFF as desired.)2When you hear a caller’s voice, readjust the volumeas necessary.
25SCAN (Conventional Format)If the Scan function is programmed, groups or channelscan be scanned by pressing the key programmed asScan. Scan can be used as either Single Scan or MultiScan. Single Scan monitors only the channels of asingle group. Multi Scan monitors all channels of everygroup. When the Scan key is pressed, the SCNindicator and “-SCAN-” or the revert group/ channelnumber, appear on the display and scanning starts.When a call is received, scanning stops and the groupand channel digits appear. Press the PTT switch andspeak into the microphone to respond to the call. Thetransceiver will continue scanning after an adjustabletime delay, if the PTT switch is released, and no furthersignal is received.When the displayed group is not locked out of thescanning sequence, the add indicator ( ) will appear onthe display.PRIORITY SCANThe priority channel must be programmed in order forPriority Scan to function.The transceiver will automatically change to the prioritychannel when a signal is received on it, even if a signalis being received on a normal channel.The indicator appears when the displayed channel isthe priority channel.
262-TONE SIGNALLING (Conventional Format)2-Tone Signalling is either activated or deactivated byyour dealer.2-Tone Signalling only opens the squelch when thetransceiver receives two tones corresponding to thoseset up in the transceiver. When the squelch opens, youwill be able to hear the caller without any further action.After a correct 2-Tone signal is received and the squelchopens, pressing the key programmed as Monitor willcancel the connection.If your dealer programmed Transpond for 2-ToneSignalling, your transceiver will automatically send anacknowledgment signal to the station that called youwith the correct 2-Tone signal. Transpond does notfunction when you are called as a Group call.If your dealer programmed Tone Alert for 2-ToneSignalling, your transceiver will emit a beep when thecorrect 2-Tone signal is received.Note: This transceiver is only capable of decoding 2-Tone Signals. Itcannot encode a 2-Tone Signal.
27FleetSync™ is an Alphanumeric 2-way Paging Function,and is a protocol owned by KENWOOD Corporation.FleetSync™ enables a variety of paging functions on yourtransceiver, some of which depend on dealer programming.KEY FUNCTIONSFleetSync™: ALPHANUMERIC 2-WAY PAGING FUNCTIONSelcall Mode *Status ModeStack ModeNew MessageDisplay ModeNormal Operating ModePress A or receivea SelcallReceivea newmessageHold A for1 secondPress any keyPressAPressAPress AHold A for 1 secondyeK noitcnuFAninwohssaedomreviecsnartehtegnahcotsserP.wolebmargaidehtSehtneewtebelggototedoMkcatSnielihwsserPdnasserP.DIs’rellacehtdnaegassemdeviecerehteteledotdnoces1nahteromrofdloh.egassemdeyalpsidtttttB,Csssss .segassemdeviecergnillorcs-otuapotsotsserP.yllaunamllorcsotsserposlATTP .llacaetaitiniotsserP*Depending on how your dealer programmed the transceiver,Selcall Mode may be skipped or the transceiver may exit SelcallMode automatically (as shown by the dash arrow).
28SELCALL (SELECTIVE CALLING)A Selcall is a voice call to a particular station or to agroup of stations.■Transmitting1Select your desired system and group (or groupand channel).2Press the A key to enter Selcall Mode.3Press the tttttB key or Csssss key to select the ID ofthe station you want to call.4Press the PTT switch and begin yourconversation.■ReceivingAn alert tone will sound, the transceiver willautomatically enter Selcall Mode, and the callingstation’s ID will appear when a Selcall is received.To respond to the call, press the PTT switch andspeak into the microphone.
29■View the Caller IDs in the Stack MemoryIf programmed by your dealer, the mail icon ( ) willflash when a Selcall call is received and stacked.1Press and hold the A key for more than 1 secondto enter Stack Mode.•The last received Caller ID is displayed with theCaller ID number. “I” (ID) appears with the number.2Press the tttttB key or Csssss key to select the ID youwant to view (if more than one ID is stored in thestack memory).3To erase the ID, press and hold the S key formore than 1 second.■Identification CodesAn ID code is a combination of a 3-digit Fleetnumber and a 4-digit ID number. Each transceivermust have its own Fleet and ID number.•Enter a Fleet number (100 ~ 349) to make a group call.•Enter an ID number (1000 ~ 4999) to make anindividual call in your fleet.•Enter a Fleet number followed by an ID number tomake an individual call in your desired fleet(Inter-fleet call).•Select “ALL” Fleet and “ALL” ID to make a call to allunits (Broadcast call).•Select “ALL” Fleet and enter an ID number to make acall to the selected ID in all fleets (Supervisor call).Note: The ID range may be limited by programming.
30STATUS MESSAGEYou can send and receive 2-digit Status messages(10 ~ 79) which may be decided in your talk group.Messages can contain up to 16 alphanumericcharacters.A maximum of 9 received messages can be stored inthe stack memory of your transceiver. These savedmessages can be reviewed after reception. If the stackmemory is full, the oldest message will be erased whena new message is received. The mail icon ( ) lightswhen a message is stored in the stack memory.Note: All stored messages will be cleared when the transceiverpower is turned OFF.■ Transmitting1Select your desired system and group (or groupand channel).2Press the A key to enter Selcall Mode.3Press the tttttB key or Csssss key to select the ID ofthe station you want to call.4Press the A key to enter Status Mode.5Press the tttttB key or Csssss key to select the statusyou want to transmit.6Press the PTT switch to initiate the Status call.•“COMPLETE” is displayed when the call has beensuccessfully transmitted.
31■ReceivingThe mail icon ( ) will flash and a calling ID or textmessage will appear when a Status call is received.•The display alternates between the caller ID and themessage.Press any key to return to Normal Operation Mode.■Reviewing the Messages in the Stack Memory1Press and hold the A key for more than 1 secondto enter Stack Mode.•The last received message is displayed with themessage number. “S” (Status) appears with thenumber.2Press the tttttB key or Csssss key to select themessage you want to view (if more than onemessage is stored in the stack memory).3Press the S key to toggle between the messageand the caller’s ID.4To erase the message, press and hold the S keyfor more than 1 second.
32■Automatic Status ResponseIf you pre-select a status number and then leave thetransceier in Status Mode, the transceiver willautomatically respond with that status number whena request from the base station is received. (Thebase station request function is optional.)OPTIONAL SHORT MESSAGES FEATUREReceived short messages (maximum of 48 characters)are displayed the same as Status messages {page 29},however only four (4) short messages can be stored inthe stack memory. “M” (Message) and the messagenumber appear with the message.
33AUDIBLE USER FEEDBACK TONESThe transceiver emits various tones to indicate thetransceiver’s operating status. Contact your dealer forfurther information on these tones.enoT lanoitnevnoCtamroFgniknurTtamroFtrelAseYseYysuBseYseYyaleDoNseYyneDoNseYrotacoLfonoitaruDseYseY/edoMkcaBgniRmetsySeerFedoMhcraeSmetsyS oNseYllaCpuorGseYseYllaClaudividnIseYseYtpecretnIoNseYrorrEtupnIyeKseYseY]A[sserPyeKseYseY]B[sserPyeKseYseY]C[sserPyeKseYseYtnemeergAdrowssaPseYseYNOrewoPseYseYtrelAerPseYoNdeecorPoNseYeueuQoNseYgnigniRoNseYrevOlloRseYseYhcraeSmetsySoNseYdnEhcraeSmetsySoNseY
Radio FRequency eneRgy SaFety inFoRmationThis Kenwood transceiver has been tested and complies with the standards listed below, in regards to Radio Frequency (RF) energy and electromagnetic energy (EME) generated by the transceiver.• FCC RF exposure limits for Occupational Use Only. RF Exposure limits adopted by the FCC are generally based on recommendations from the National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements, & the American National Standards Institute.• FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 Supplement C• American National Standards Institute (C95.1 – 1992)• American National Standards Institute (C95.3 – 1992)This Kenwood transceiver generates RF EME while transmitting. RF EME (Radio Frequency Electric & Magnetic Energy) has the potential to cause slight thermal, or heating effects to any part of your body less than the recommended distance from this radio transmitter’s antenna. RF energy exposure is determined primarily by the distance to and the power of the transmitting device. In general, RF exposure is minimized when the lowest possible power is used or transmission time is kept to the minimum required for consistent communications, and the greatest distance possible from the antenna to the body is maintained. The transceiver has been designed for and is classied for Occupational Use Only. Occupational/ controlled exposure limits are applicable to situations in which persons are exposed to RF energy as a consequence of their employment, and such persons have been made aware of the potential for exposure and can exercise control over their exposure. This means you can use the transceiver only if you are aware of the potential hazards of operating a transceiver and are familiar in ways to minimize these hazards. This transceiver is not intended for use by the general public in uncontrolled environments. Uncontrolled environment exposure limits are applicable to situations in which the general public may be exposed to RF energy, or in which the persons who are exposed as a consequence of their employment may not be fully aware of the potential for exposure or cannot exercise control over their exposure.The following list provides you with the information required to ensure that you are aware of RF exposure and of how to operate this transceiver so that the FCC RF exposure limitations are not exceeded.• While transmitting (holding the PTT switch or speaking with VOX enabled), always keep the antenna and the radio at least 3 cm (1 3/16 inches) from your body or face, as well as from any bystanders. A LED on the top of the radio shows red when the transmitter is operating in both PTT and VOX modes.• Do not transmit for more than 50% of the total transceiver use time; transmitting over 50% of the total use time may exceed the limits in accordance to the FCC RF exposure requirements. Nominal transceiver operation is 5% transmission time, 5% reception time, and 90% stand-by time.• Use only the specied antenna for this transceiver; this may be either the antenna provided with the transceiver or another antenna authorized by Kenwood.Use only Kenwood authorized accessories (antennas, battery packs, belt clips, Speaker/ Mics or headsets etc.): When worn on the body, always place the radio in a Kenwood recommended clip or carrying case meant for this product. The use of other than recommended or approved body- worn accessories may result in RF exposure levels which exceed the FCC’s occupational/ controlled environment RF exposure limits.To ensure that your exposure to RF EME is within the FCC limits for occupational use, you must observe and adhere to the above points.Electromagnetic Interference CompatibilityElectronic devices are susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI) if they are not adequately shielded or designed for electromagnetic compatibility. Because this transceiver generates RF energy, it can cause interference to such equipment.• Turn OFF your transceiver where signs are posted to do so. Hospitals and health care facilities use equipment that is sensitive to electromagnetic radiation.• Turn OFF your transceiver while on board an aircraft when so instructed. Use of the transceiver must be in accordance with airline regulations and/or crew instructions. B59-2546-00

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