Kenwood USA 37683110 VHF FM Handheld Transceiver User Manual INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Kenwood USA Corporation VHF FM Handheld Transceiver INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Contents
- 1. Instruction Manual
 - 2. Revised Instruction Manual
 
Revised Instruction Manual
KENWOOD CORPORATION    TK-2212-1 FCC ID: ALH37683110 / IC: 282D-37683110 
TK-3212-1 FCC ID: ALH37693110 / IC: 282D-37693110 
TK-3212-2 FCCID: ALH37693120
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 
TK-2212-1/TK-3212-1/TK-3212-2 
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: 
•    GOVERNMENT LAW PROHIBITS THE OPERATION OF UNLICENSED RADIO TRANSMITTERS WITHIN THE 
TERRITORIES UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. 
•ILLEGAL OPERATION IS PUNISHABLE BY FINE OR IMPRISONMENT OR BOTH. 
•REFER SERVICE TO QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS ONLY. 
•DO NOT OPERATE YOUR TRANSCEIVER IN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES (GASES, DUST, FUMES, ETC.). 
•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. 
•  I ncrease 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    TK-2212-1 FCC ID: ALH37683110 / IC: 282D-37683110 
TK-3212-1 FCC ID: ALH37693110 / IC: 282D-37693110 
TK-3212-2 FCCID: ALH37693120
ATTENTION (U.S.A. Only): 
The RBRC Recycle seal found on KENWOOD nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) battery packs 
indicates KENWOOD’s voluntary participation in an industry program to collect and recycle 
Ni-MH batteries after their operating life has expired. The RBRC program is an alternative to 
disposing Ni-MH batteries with your regular refuse or in municipal waste streams, which is illegal 
in some areas. 
For information on Ni-MH 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. 
•   Accessories 
Quantity 
Item  Part Number  TK-2212-1 TK-3212-1 TK-3212-2 
Instruction Manual  B62 –1817 - *0  1  1  1 
Instruction Manual  B62 –1846 - *0  1  1  1 
Belt Hook   J29 –0712 - *5  1 1 1 
Screw Set  N99-2043 - *5  1  1  1 
Cap  B09 – 0680 - *3  1  1  1 
Holder  J19 – 5472 - *3  1  1  1 
Helical Antenna  T90 –1036 - *5  1     
Whip Antenna  T90 –1039 - *5    1   
Whip Antenna  T90 –1040 - *5      1 
Battery Assy.  W09 –1000 - *5  1  1  1 
Charger  W08 –0969 - *5  1  1  1 
AC Adapter  W08 –0970 - *5  1  1  1 
Pamphlet  B59 –2391 - *0  1  1  1 

KENWOOD CORPORATION    TK-2212-1 FCC ID: ALH37683110 / IC: 282D-37683110 
TK-3212-1 FCC ID: ALH37693110 / IC: 282D-37693110 
TK-3212-2 FCCID: ALH37693120
Installing/ Removing the Optional Battery Pack PREPARATION 
The battery pack is not charged at the factory; charge it before use. 
CAUTION: 
•        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. 
•    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. 
•      DO NOT SHORT THE BATTERY TERMINALS OR DISPOSE OF THE BATTERY BY FIRE. 
•    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 To remove the battery pack, lift the safety catch, press the release latch, then pull the battery pack away from the transceiver. 

KENWOOD CORPORATION    TK-2212-1 FCC ID: ALH37683110 / IC: 282D-37683110 
TK-3212-1 FCC ID: ALH37693110 / IC: 282D-37693110 
TK-3212-2 FCCID: ALH37693120
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 
Using the 2 screws, affix the belt clip in place. 

KENWOOD CORPORATION    TK-2212-1 FCC ID: ALH37683110 / IC: 282D-37683110 
TK-3212-1 FCC ID: ALH37693110 / IC: 282D-37693110 
TK-3212-2 FCCID: ALH37693120
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 speaker/ microphone plugs into the SP/MIC jacks. 
2 Install the speaker/microphone locking Holder over the plugs using the supplied screw. 

KENWOOD CORPORATION    TK-2212-1 FCC ID: ALH37683110 / IC: 282D-37683110 
TK-3212-1 FCC ID: ALH37693110 / IC: 282D-37693110 
TK-3212-2 FCCID: ALH37693120
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 
< Front > 
NO. Name  Lock/ 
Non Lock  Description 
1  S Non Lock 
Programmable                             default : No Function 
2  A Non Lock 
Programmable                             default : No Function 
3   <B  Non Lock  Programmable                             default : Channel Up 
4  C> Non Lock 
Programmable                             default : Channel Down 
PTT 
PF1 
PF2 
Selectable knob 
V
olume 
S
A
 <B 
C

KENWOOD CORPORATION    TK-2212-1 FCC ID: ALH37683110 / IC: 282D-37683110 
TK-3212-1 FCC ID: ALH37693110 / IC: 282D-37693110 
TK-3212-2 FCCID: ALH37693120
LED 
NO. Name  Description 
1    LED 
The LED is three colors. 
Lights green while receiving at user mode. Lights red while transmitting, flashes 
red when the battery power is low while transmitting. Lights orange when 
individual called. 
LCD Display  
 Icon  Function 
 Monitor  
  Call Indicator 
 Talk Around  
 Scan  
  Message Stack  ( FleetSync ) 
P 
 Priority Channel 
 Scrambler 
L  RF Power Low 
 (Left)  Zone Add  
 (Right)  Channel Add 
 (Left)  VOX 
 (Right)  AUX 
 Battery Indicator 

KENWOOD CORPORATION    TK-2212-1 FCC ID: ALH37683110 / IC: 282D-37683110 
TK-3212-1 FCC ID: ALH37693110 / IC: 282D-37693110 
TK-3212-2 FCCID: ALH37693120
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  SPO  AF power output  O 
10  SPI  To internal SP  - 
Battery Terminal 
It’s type of spring plate. The minus terminal connect to chassis ground 
It’s mounted to 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 holes for belt hook installation. 
Bottom 
Battery release lever 

KENWOOD CORPORATION    TK-2212-1 FCC ID: ALH37683110 / IC: 282D-37683110 
TK-3212-1 FCC ID: ALH37693110 / IC: 282D-37693110 
TK-3212-2 FCCID: ALH37693120
Appearance 
KENWOOD CORPORATION    TK-2212-1 FCC ID: ALH37683110 / IC: 282D-37683110 
TK-3212-1 FCC ID: ALH37693110 / IC: 282D-37693110 
TK-3212-2 FCCID: ALH37693120
OPERATING BASICSATINGBASICS 
•         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. 
•         Adjusting the Volume 
Rotate the Power switch/ Volume control to adjust the volume.  
•         Selecting a Channel 
Rotate the Channel selector to select a channel. 
Clockwise increases the channel number and counterclockwise decreases it. 
•         Making a Call 
1 Select the desired channel. 
2 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 
•        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. 

RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY SAFETY INFORMATION
This KENWOOD transceiver has been evaluated 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 classified 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 specified 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 Compatibility
Electronic 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-XXXX-00
RF Safety Info A6 (B59-XXXX-00) 05.2.3, 11:31 AM1