Kenwood USA 32273110 VHF FM Transceiver User Manual PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Kenwood USA Corporation VHF FM Transceiver PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Manual
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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．TK-7150:
VHF FM Transceiver
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NOTICES TO THE USER
WARNING:
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◆ GOVERNMENT LAW PROHIBITS THE OPERATION OF UNLICENSED RADIO TRANSMITTERS WITHIN THE
TERRITORIES UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL.
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◆ ILLEGAL OPERATION IS PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND /OR INPRISONMENT.
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◆ REFER SERVICE TO QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS ONLY.
SAFETY:
It is important that the operator is aware of、and understands、hazards common to the operation of any
transceiver.
WARNING:
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◆ EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES (GASES, DUST, FUMES, etc.)
Turn off your transceiver while taking on fuel, or while parked in gasoline service stations. Do not carry spare
fuel containers in the trunk of your vehicle if your transceiver is mounted in the trunk area.
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◆ INJURY
FROM
RADIO
FREQUENCY
TRANSMISSIONS
Do not operate your transceiver when somebody is either touching the antenna or standing within two to three
feet of it, to avoid the possibility of radio frequency burns or related physical injury.
◆ DYNAMITE
BLASTING CAPS
Operating the transceiver within 500 feet (150m) of dynamite blasting caps may cause them to explode.
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 in your vehicle, make sure they are
carried in a closed metal box with a padded interior. Do not transmit while the caps are being placed into or
removed from the container.
PRECAUTIONS
Please observe the following precautions to prevent fire, personal injury, and transceiver 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 it near heating appliances.
．Do not place the transceiver in excessively dusty, humid , or wet areas, nor on unstable surfaces.
．If an abnormal odor or smoke is detected coming from the transceiver, turn OFF the power immediately.
Contact your KENWOOD
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FCC WARNING
This equipment generates or uses radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause
harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could
lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.
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INFORMATION TO THE DIGITAL DEVICE USER REQUIRED BY THE FCC
This 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:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
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Consult the dealer for technical assistance.
UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT
Note: The following unpacking instructions are for use by your
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Carefully unpack the transceiver. We recommend that you identify the items listed in the following table before
discarding the packing material. If any items are missing or have been damaged during shipment, file a claim
with the carrier immediately.
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◆ Supplied
Accessories
Quantity
Item Part Number K
Instruction Manual B62-××××-×× 1
DC power cable E30-××××-×× 1
Fuse F15-××××-×× 1
Mounting bracket J29-××××-×× 1
Screw Set N99-××××-×× 1
PREPARATION
PREPARATIONPREPARATION
PREPARATION
WARNING
Various electronic equipment in your vehicle may malfunction if they are not properly protected from radio
frequency nergy.
which is present while transmitting. Electronic fuel injection, anti-skid braking, and cruise control systems are
typical examples of equipment that may malfunction. If your vehicle contains such equipment,
consult the dealer for that make of vehicle and enlist their aid in determining if the equipment will perform while
transmitting.
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Note: The following preparation instructions are for use by your KENWOO
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TOOLS REQUIRED
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Note: Before installing the transceiver, always check how far the mounting screws will extend below the mounting
surface. When drilling mounting holes, be careful not to damage vehicle wiring or parts.
The following tools are required for installing the transceiver:
・ 6mm (1/4 inch) or larger electriic drill
・ 4.2mm (5/32 inch) drill bit for the self-tapping screws
・ Circle cutters
POWER CABLE CONNECTION
CAUTION
The transceiver operates in 12V negative ground systems only! Check the battery polarity and voltage of the
vehicle before installing transceiver.
1 Check for an existing hole, conveniently located in the firewall, where the power cable can be passed
through.
・ If no hole exists ,use a circle cutter to drill the firewall,then install a rubber grommet.
2 Run the two power cable leads through the firewall and into the engine compartment, from the passenger
compartment.
3 Connect the red lead to the positive (+) battery terminal and the black lead to the negative (-) battery
terminal.
・ Locate the fuse as close to the battery as possible.
4 Coil and secure the surplus cable with a cable tie.
5 Be sure to leave enough slack in the cables so the transceiver can be removed for servicing while keeping the
power applied.
INSTALLING THE TRANSCEIVER
WARNING
For passenger safety, install the transceiver securely, using the supplied mounting bracket, so the transceiver
will not break loose in the event of a collision.
1 Mark the position of the holes in the dash by using the mounting bracket as a templete. Drill the holes, then
attach the mounting bracket using the supplied self-tapping screws.
・ Be sure to mount the transceiver in a location where the controls are within easy reach of the user and where
there is sufficient space at the rear of the transceiver for cable connections and ventilation.
2 Connect the antenna and the supplied power cable to the transceiver.
3 Slide the transceiver into the mounting bracket and secure it using the supplied hex-head and ventilation.
screws.
4 Mount the microphone hanger in a location where it will be within easy reach of the user.
・ The microphone and microphone cable should be mounted in a place where they will not interfere with the
safe operation of the vehicle.
CAUTION
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.
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GETTING ACQUAINTED
ORIENTATION
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CALL
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Functional and Operational specifications
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１）Front
Panel
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１）Knob（
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NO. Name Description
１ VOL
Adjust RX Volume, Alert tones and Public Address Level
２ CH Programmable Up/Down Default:Channel /GID Up/Down
３ PO Power key (Push type)
４ MIC Microphone Terminal
５ KEY Key１ to Key ６ （Push type）
６ TX IND TX Indication
７ BUSY BUSY Indication
８ CALL Call display
９ SP Speaker display
VOL KNOB CH KNOB
POWER KEY
MICROPHONE TERMINAL
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KEY1 KEY2 KEY3 KEY4 KEY5 KEY6 TX INDICATION
⑥
BUSY INDICATION
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２）Switch（
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No. Name Description
１ POWER Power ON/OFF
２ KEY1 Programmable Default:：Zone Up
３ KEY2 Programmable Default： Zone Down
４ KEY3 Programmable Default： None
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３）DISPLAY
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NO. Name Description
１ Alphanumeric display Channel/GID display Zone display
２ Channel/GID display Zone display
３ CALL Call display
４ MON Monitor ON display
５ SCN Monitor ON display
６ SP Speaker B display
７ OP Option ON display
８ A AUX A display
９ B AUX B display
１０ OS Operator selectable tone display
１１ Message display
１２ ▼ ADD display
１３ − Not used
１４ −
Not used
１５ − Not used
OPERATING BASICSATING
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◆ Switching Power ON/OFF
Press the switch to switch the transceiver ON.
Press and hold the switch for approximately 1 second to switch the transceiver OFF.
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◆ Adjusting the Volume
Rotate the Volume
Volume Volume
Volume control to adjust the volume. Clockwise increases the volume and counterclockwise decreases
it.
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◆ Selecting a Channel
Rotate the Channel selector
Channel selector Channel selector
Channel selector to select a channel.
Clockwise increases the channel number and counterclockwise decreases it.
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◆ Transmitting
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Note: Before transmitting, first monitor the channel to make sure it is not already in use.
1 Select your desired channel.
・If the channel is busy, wait until it becomes free.
2 Press the microphone PTT
PTTPTT
PTT switch and speak into the microphone. Release the PTT
PTTPTT
PTT switch when you have
finished speaking.
・For best sound quality at the receiving station, hold the microphone approximately 1.5 inches (3~4cm) from
your mouth.
◆ Receiving
1 Select your desired channel.
2 When you hear a signal, readjust the volume level if necessary.
3 Respond to the call as described in step 2 of “TRANSMITTING” ,above.
AUXILIARY FEATURES
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◆ Time-out Timer (TOT)
The purpose of the Time-out Timer is to prevent any caller from using a channel for an extended period of time. If
you continuously transmit for a period of time that exceeds the programmed time, the transceiver will stop
transmitting and an alert tone will sound. To stop the tone, release the PTT
PTTPTT
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 the warning tone to sound.
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