Kenwood USA 36423110 UHF FM Transceiver User Manual INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Kenwood USA Corporation UHF FM Transceiver INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Instruction Manual
KENWOOD CORPORATION FCC ID: ALH36413110/ALH36423110
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
TK-2160/TK-3160-1
THANK YOU!
We are grateful you chose KENWOOD for your land mobile radio applications. We believe this easy-to-use transceiver
will provide dependable communications to keep personnel operating at peak efficiency.
KENWOOD transceivers incorporate the latest in advanced technology. As a result, we feel strongly that you will be
pleased with the quality and features of this product.
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 OR IMPRISONMENT OR BOTH.
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◆ REFER SERVICE TO QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS ONLY.
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◆ DO NOT OPERATE YOUR TRANSCEIVER IN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES (GASES, DUST, FUMES, ETC.).
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◆ TURN OFF YOUR TRANSCEIVER WHILE TAKING ON FUEL, OR WHILE PARKED IN GASOLINE SERVICE
STATIONS.
SAFETY:
It is important that the operator is aware of and understands hazards common to the operation of any transceiver.
WARNING:
EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES (GASES, DUST, FUMES, etc.)
Turn off your transceiver while taking on fuel, or while parked in gasoline service stations.
One or more of the following statements may be applicable:
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.
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:
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.
KENWOOD CORPORATION FCC ID: ALH36413110/ALH36423110
ATTENTION (U.S.A. Only):
The RBRC Recycle seal found on KENWOOD nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery packs
indicates KENWOOD’s voluntary participation in an industry program to collect and
recycle Ni-Cd batteries after their operating life has expired. The RBRC program is an
alternative to disposing Ni-Cd batteries with your 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 commitment to preserve our environment and conserve our natural
resources.
UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT
Note:
The following unpacking instructions are for use by your
KENWOOD dealer, an authorized KENWOOD service facility, or the factory.
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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◆ Accessories
Quantity
Item Part Number K
Instruction Manual B62 -1716 - *0 1
Belt Hook J29 –0701-05 1
Screw N35-3004-45 1
Cap B09 - 0676 - *3 1
Hardware Fixture J21 – 8464 - 04 1
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Installing/ Removing the Optional Battery Pack PREPARATION
The battery pack is not charged at the factory; charge it before use.
CAUTION:
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◆ 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 THE BATTERY PACK MAY BE DAMAGED.
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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 BECOME OVERCHARGED.
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◆ DO NOT SHORT THE BATTERY TERMINALS OR DISPOSE OF THE BATTERY BY FIRE.
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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 firmly
press the battery pack t
2 Flip the safety catch into place to prevent accidentally pressing the release latch and removing the battery.
3 To remove the battery pack, lift the safety catch, press the release latch,then pull the battery pack away from the
transceiver.
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Installing the Antenna
Screw the antenna into the connector on the top of the transceiver by holding the antenna at its base and
turning it clockwise until secure.
Installing the Belt Clip
1 Remove the two screws from the rear of the transceiver, then remove the small, plastic black covering that was
held in place.
2 Insert the belt clip mount into the space on the rear of the transceiver.
3 Using the 2 screws, affix the belt clip in place.
Note: Do not dispose of the plastic black covering.
If you remove the belt clip, replace the covering into the space on the rear of the transceiver.
Either this covering or the belt clip must be in place, otherwise the battery pack may not remain installed properly.
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Installing the Cap over the Speaker/Microphone Jacks
If you are not using an optional speaker/ microphone, install the cap over the SP/MIC jacks using the supplied screw.
Note:
To keep the transceiver water resistant, you must cover the SP/MIC jacks with the cap or the cap or the
speaker/microphone connector.
Installing the Optional Speaker/ Microphone
1 Insert the guide of the speaker/ microphone plugs into the SP/MIC jacks.
2 Install the speaker/microphone locking Hardware Fixture over the plugs using the supplied screw.
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GETTING ACQUAINTED
Knob
NO． Name Lock/
Non Lock Description
1 Power switch/
Volume control
Lock/
Non Lock
Power SW (CCW：Power OFF)
Audio Volume adjuster
2 Selector switch Lock Channel Selector
Switch
Fig. 1 Left Side Fig.2 Front
＜Left side＞
NO． Name Lock/
Non Lock Description
1 PTT Non Lock
TX ON/OFF
2 Side 1 Non Lock Programmable default：No Function
3 Side 2 Non Lock Programmable default：Monitor Momentary
4 AUX(Orange) Non Lock Programmable default：No Function
LED
NO． Name Description
1 LED
The LED is three colors．
Lights green while receiving at user mode．Light red while transmitting，
flashes red when the battery power is low while transmitting．Lights
orange when individual called．
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TERMINAL
SP/MIC jacks
SP/MIC covering for blindfold mode of resin is possible．
NO． Name Description I/O
1 PTT/RXD PTT input / Serial data input I
2 MIC MIC input I
3 MIC IN To internal MIC -
4 OPTDET Option Detect I
5 5MS 5V output O
6 AE Audio Earth -
7 TXD Serial data output O
8 NC No Connect -
9 SPI To internal SP -
10 SPO AF power output O
Battery Terminal
It’s type of spring plate. The minus terminal connect to chassis ground
It’s mounted rear side of radio and mounting instruction is slide method．
OTHER
Rear
A rail and a hook for battery installation．
Space which affixes name plate．Model name plate
Screw hole for belt hook installation．
Bottom
Battery release lever
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Appearance
Appearance with KNB-24L
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OPERATING BASICSATING BASICS
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◆ Switching Power ON/OFF
Turn the Power switch/ Volume control clockwise to switch the transceiver ON.
Turn the Power switch/ Volume control counterclockwise to switch the transceiver OFF.
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◆ Adjusting the Volume
Rotate the Power switch/ Volume control to adjust the volume.
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◆ Selecting a Channel
Rotate the Channel selector to select a channel.
Clockwise increases the channel number and counterclockwise decreases it.
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◆ Making a Call
1 Select the desired channel.
2 Press and hold the Monitor key (Programmed function `Monitor`) to determine whether or not the current channel is
being used.
• If the channel is busy, wait until it becomes free.
3 Press and hold the PTT switch, then speak into the microphone in your normal voice.
• For best results, hold the microphone approximately 3 to 4 cm (1 1/2 inches) from your lips.
4 Release the PTT switch to receive.
AUXILIARY FEATURES
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◆ Time-out Timer (TOT)
The TOT is used to automatically inhibit transmission after a specified time elapse. If the PTT switch is held down for
longer than specified time, the transceiver will stop transmitting and a tone will sound. Release the PTT switch, then
press it again to continue transmitting.