Kenwood USA 409001 900MHz Digital Transceiver User Manual Instruction Manual
Kenwood USA Corporation 900MHz Digital Transceiver Instruction Manual
Instruction Manual

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NX-410/ NX-411
800MHz DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER
900MHz DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR NUMÉRIQUE 
800MHz
ÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR NUMÉRIQUE 
900MHz
MODE D’EMPLOI
TRANSCEPTOR DIGITAL 800MHz
TRANSCEPTOR DIGITAL 900MHz
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES


800MHz DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER
900MHz DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER
NX-410/ NX-411
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ENGLISH
Terminal Descriptions
Universal connector
  It is possible to use a resin-based cover for the Universal connector.
NO. Name Description Impedance I/O
1 SSW Ext/Int Speaker Switch Input High Impedance I
2 SP+ BTL Output + for External Speaker
 8 Ω/ 16 Ω
O
3 SP- BTL Output - for External Speaker O
4 MSW  Ext/Int MIC Switch Input  High Impedance I
5 EMC  External MIC Input 1.8 kΩI
6 ME  External MIC GND  GND -
7 PTT External PTT Input High Impedance I
8 PF Programable Function Key Input  High Impedance I
9 OPT Man Down Input High Impedance I
10 E GND GND -
11 5V 5V power supply output 5V O
12 TXD Serial Data Output CMOS O
13 RXD Serial Data Input CMOS I
14 NC Not used - -
Antenna Terminal
 50 Ω impedance
Battery Terminal
  The battery terminal uses a spring plate. The negative terminal connects to the 
chassis ground.  The battery is mounted on the rear side of the transceiver using 
a sliding mounting method.

THANK YOU
We are grateful you have chosen KENWOOD for your land 
mobile radio applications.
This instruction manual covers only the basic operations of your 
NEXEDGE portable radio.  Ask your dealer for information on any 
customized features they may have added to your radio.
NOTICES TO THE USER
◆  Government law prohibits the operation of unlicensed radio 
transmitters 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 of and 
understands hazards common to the operation of any 
transceiver.

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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.

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The RBRC Recycle seal found on KENWOOD 
lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery packs indicates 
KENWOOD’s voluntary participation in an industry 
program to collect and recycle Li-ion batteries 
after their operating life has expired.  The RBRC 
program is an alternative to disposing Li-ion 
batteries with your regular refuse or in municipal 
waste streams, which is illegal in some areas.
For information on Li-ion 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.
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.
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.

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PRECAUTIONS
•  Do not charge the transceiver and battery pack when they are wet.
•  Ensure that there are no metallic items located between the 
transceiver and the battery pack.
•  Do not use options not specified by KENWOOD.
•  If the die-cast chassis or other transceiver part is damaged, do not 
touch the damaged parts.
•  If a headset or headphone is connected to the transceiver, reduce 
the transceiver volume.  Pay attention to the volume level when 
turning the squelch off.
•  Do not place the microphone cable around your neck while near 
machinery that may catch the cable.
•  Do not place the transceiver on unstable surfaces.
•  Ensure that the end of the antenna does not touch your eyes.
•  When the transceiver is used for transmission for many hours, the 
radiator and chassis will become hot.  Do not touch these locations 
when replacing the battery pack.
•  Always switch the transceiver power off before installing optional 
accessories.
•  The charger is the device that disconnects the unit from the AC 
mains line. The AC plug should be readily accessible.

iv
Turn the transceiver power off in the following locations:
•  Near explosives or blasting sites.
•  In aircrafts.  (Any use of the transceiver must follow the 
instructions and regulations provided by the airline crew.)
•  Where restrictions or warnings are posted regarding the use of 
radio devices, including but not limited to medical facilities.
•  Near persons wearing pacemakers.
Turn the transceiver power off in the following locations, 
unless the model is specifically qualified for such use 
(Intrinsically Safe such as approved by Factory Mutual, CSA):
•  In explosive atmospheres (inflammable gas, dust particles, 
metallic powders, grain powders, etc.).
•  While taking on fuel or while parked at gasoline service stations.
•  The orange seal on the reverse side of the transceiver is 
important with respect to the waterproof efficiency of the 
transceiver. Do not place stickers or other materials on or 
around the seal shown in the figure, or on the reverse side of 
the battery pack. Doing so will impair the waterproof efficiency 
of the transceiver and may cause it to break down. Additionally, 
in order to prevent damage to the seal, do not allow it to come 
in contact with foreign materials.

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•  Do not disassemble or modify the transceiver for any reason.
•  Do not place the transceiver on or near airbag equipment while 
the vehicle is running.  When the airbag inflates, the transceiver 
may be ejected and strike the driver or passengers.
•  Do not transmit while touching the antenna terminal or if 
any metallic parts are exposed from the antenna covering.  
Transmitting at such a time may result in a high-frequency burn.
•  If an abnormal odor or smoke is detected coming from the 
transceiver, switch the transceiver power off immediately, 
remove the battery pack from the transceiver, and contact your 
KENWOOD dealer.
•  Use of the transceiver while you are driving may be against 
traffic laws.  Please check and observe the vehicle regulations 
in your area.
•  Do not expose the transceiver to extremely hot or cold 
conditions.
•  Do not carry the battery pack (or battery case) with metal 
objects, as they may short the battery terminals.

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INFORMATION CONCERNING THE BATTERY PACK
The battery pack includes flammable objects such as organic solvent.  
Mishandling may cause the battery to rupture producing flames or 
extreme heat, deteriorate, or cause other forms of damage to the 
battery.  Please observe the following prohibitive matters.
•  Do not disassemble or reconstruct battery!
  The battery pack has a safety function and protection circuit to 
avoid danger.  If they suffer serious damage, the battery may 
generate 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 
as a paper clip or wire).  Do not carry or store the battery pack 
in containers holding metal objects (such as wires, chain-
necklace or hairpins).  If the battery pack is short-circuited, 
excessive current will flow and the battery may generate heat 
or smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.  It will also cause metal 
objects to heat up.
•  Do not incinerate or apply heat to the battery!
  If the insulator is melted, the gas release vent or safety function 
is damaged, or the electrolyte is ignited, the battery may 
generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.
•  Do not use or leave the battery near fires, stoves, or other 
heat generators (areas reaching over 80°C/ 176°F)!
  If the polymer separator is melted due to high temperature, 
an internal short-circuit may occur in the individual cells and 
the battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into 
flame.  
•  Avoid immersing the battery in water or getting it wet by 
other means!
  If the battery becomes wet, wipe it off with a dry towel before 
use.  If the battery’s protection circuit is damaged, the battery 
may charge at extreme current (or voltage) and an abnormal 
chemical reaction may occur.  The battery may generate heat or 
smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.

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•  Do not charge the battery near fires or under direct 
sunlight!
  If the battery’s protection circuit is damaged, the battery may 
charge at extreme current (or voltage) and an abnormal 
chemical reaction may occur.  The battery may generate heat or 
smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.
•  Use only the specified charger and observe charging 
requirements!
  If the battery is charged in unspecified conditions (under high 
temperature over the regulated value, excessive high voltage 
or current over regulated value, or with a remodelled charger), 
it may overcharge or an abnormal chemical reaction may occur.  
The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into 
flame.
•  Do not pierce the battery with any object, strike it with an 
instrument, or step on it!
  This may break or deform the battery, causing a short-circuit.  
The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into 
flame.
•  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 is damaged, the battery may charge at an 
abnormal current (or voltage), and an abnormal chemical 
reaction may occur.
•  Do not use the battery pack if it is damaged in any way!
  The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into 
flame.
•  Do not solder directly onto the battery!
  If the insulator is melted or the gas release vent or safety 
function is damaged, the battery may generate heat or smoke, 
rupture, or burst into flame.
•  Do not reverse the battery polarity (and terminals)!
  When charging a reversed battery, an abnormal chemical 
reaction may occur.  In some cases, an unexpected large 
amount of current may flow upon discharging.  The battery may 
generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.

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•  Do not charge the battery for longer than the specified 
time!
  If the battery pack has not finished charging even after the 
regulated time has passed, stop it.  The battery may generate 
heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.
•  Do not place the battery pack into a microwave or high 
pressure container!
  The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into 
flame.
•  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 
leaking from battery can easily catch on fire and may cause the 
battery to generate smoke or burst into flame.
•  Do not use an abnormal battery!
  If the battery pack emits a bad odor, appears to have different 
coloring, is deformed, or seems abnormal for any other reason, 
remove it from the charger or operating equipment and do not 
use it.  The battery may generate heat 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 battery 
pack does not smoothly connect with a charger or operating 
equipment, do not force it; check the polarity of the battery.  If 
the battery pack is reverse-connected to the charger, it will be 
reverse-charged and an abnormal chemical reaction may occur.  
The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into 
flame.
•  Do not touch a ruptured and leaking battery!
  If the electrolyte liquid from the battery gets into your eyes, 
wash your eyes out with fresh water as soon as possible, 
without rubbing your eyes.  Go to the hospital immediately.  If 
left untreated, it may cause eye-problems.

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CONTENTS
UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT ..............................1
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ...............................................................1
PREPARATION  ............................................................................2
INSTALLING/ REMOVING THE (OPTIONAL) BATTERY PACK .................... 2
INSTALLING THE (OPTIONAL) ANTENNA ............................................2
INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP ............................................................ 3
INSTALLING THE CAP OVER THE UNIVERSAL CONNECTOR  ...................3
INSTALLING THE (OPTIONAL) SPEAKER/ MICROPHONE OR HEADSET ......3
GETTING ACQUAINTED  .............................................................4
DISPLAY ..................................................................................... 6
PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS ..................................................7
BASIC OPERATIONS ...................................................................9
SWITCHING POWER ON/ OFF ......................................................9
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME ............................................................... 9
SELECTING A ZONE AND CHANNEL/GROUP ID ................................10
TRANSMITTING ...........................................................................10
RECEIVING................................................................................11
MENU MODE ..............................................................................12
MENU ACCESS .......................................................................... 12
MENU CONFIGURATION ...............................................................12
CHARACTER ENTRY ...................................................................14
SCAN ...........................................................................................15
TEMPORARY CHANNEL LOCKOUT ..................................................15
PRIORITY SCAN .........................................................................15
SCAN REVERT ..........................................................................16
SCAN DELETE/ADD ....................................................................16
PRIORITY-CHANNEL SELECT ........................................................16
FleetSync:  ALPHANUMERIC 2-WAY PAGING FUNCTION ......17
SELCALL (SELECTIVE CALLING) ....................................................17
STATUS MESSAGE .....................................................................18
SHORT/LONG MESSAGES ............................................................19
GPS REPORT ..........................................................................19

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS ........................................................20
DTMF (DUAL TONE MULTI FREQUENCY) CALLS ............................20
TRUNKING CALLS (ANALOG) ........................................................21
EMERGENCY CALLS ...................................................................22
SCRAMBLER .............................................................................. 22
SIGNALING ................................................................................ 23
VOICE OPERATED TRANSMISSION (VOX) ......................................24
BACKGROUND OPERATIONS ..................................................26
CLOCK ..................................................................................... 26
VIBRATOR .................................................................................26
TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT) .............................................................26
BATTERY SAVER ........................................................................27
KEY LOCK ................................................................................27
LOW BATTERY WARNING ............................................................27
SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR .....................................................27
COMPANDER .............................................................................28
BUSY CHANNEL LOCKOUT (BCL) .................................................28
CONTROL CHANNEL HUNT...........................................................28
PTT ID ...................................................................................28
VGS-1 OPTIONAL VOICE GUIDE & STORAGE UNIT ...............29
VOICE RECORDER .....................................................................29
VOICE GUIDE ............................................................................ 30

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UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT
Note:  These 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 list before discarding 
the packing material.  If any items are missing or damaged, file 
a claim with the carrier immediately.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
Belt clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
•  Screws for belt clip (3 x 8 mm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2
Universal connector cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
• Dressing screw  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Instruction manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

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PREPARATION
INSTALLING/ REMOVING THE (OPTIONAL) BATTERY PACK
1  Match the guides of the 
battery pack with the grooves 
on the upper rear of the 
transceiver, then firmly press 
the battery pack in place.
2  Lock the safety catch to 
prevent accidentally releasing 
the battery pack.
3  To remove the battery pack, 
lift the safety catch, press the 
release latch, then pull the 
battery pack away from the 
transceiver.
Note:
◆  For battery pack charging procedures and useage, refer to the 
battery charger Instruction Manual.
 ◆  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 battery pack in 
areas with an ambient temperature of –10°C/ +14°F and lower, 
operating time may be shortened.
INSTALLING THE (OPTIONAL) 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.
1
2
3
Optional
antenna

3
Do not use glue which is designed to prevent screw loosening when 
installing the belt clip.  Acrylic ester, which is contained in these 
glues, may crack the transceiver’s back panel.
INSTALLING THE CAP OVER THE UNIVERSAL CONNECTOR
INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP
Attach the belt clip using the 
supplied 3 x 8 mm screws.
Note:  If the belt clip is not 
installed, its mounting location 
may get hot during continuous 
transmission or when left sitting in 
a hot environment.
Insert the cap into place over the 
universal connector and secure 
it in place using the attached 
screw.
INSTALLING THE (OPTIONAL) SPEAKER/ MICROPHONE OR HEADSET
1  Insert the guide of the 
speaker/ microphone or 
headset connector into place 
over the universal connector.
2  Secure the connector in place 
using the attached screw.
Note:  When not using an optional 
speaker/ microphone or headset, 
install the cap over the universal 
connector.
3 x 8 mm screws
Belt clip
MIC
Optional
speaker/ microphone
MIC
Universal
connector cap

4
GETTING ACQUAINTED

5

6
DISPLAY
Indicator Description
Monitor or Squelch Off is activated.
Blinks when an incoming call matches your Optional 
Signaling.
The current zone (left icon) or CH/GID (right icon) is 
added to scan.
Scan is in progress.  Blinks while scan is paused.
A message is stored in memory.  Blinks when a new 
message has arrived.
The current channel is a Priority channel.
Operator Selectable Tone (OST) is activated.
A Telephone ID call is being received.  Blinks during 
Auto Telephone search.
Signal strength indicator {page 27}.
Battery power indicator {page 27}.
Talk Around is activated.
Site Lock is activated.
Scrambler/ Encryption is activated.
Auto Recording on the VGS-1 option is activated.
Auto Reply Message is activated.
The auxiliary function is activated.
Lone Worker is activated.
The channel is using high transmit power.  “L” 
appears when using low transmit power.
VOX is activated.
The vibrator is activated.  Blinks when inhibited.
Displays the time.
Displays the key functions for  ,  , and  .

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PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS
Following is a list of available programmable functions.  Please 
contact your dealer for further details on those functions which 
have been programmed on your transceiver.
•  Auto Reply Message 2
• Auto Telephone 
3
• Autodial 
4
• Autodial Programming 
4
• AUX
• Backlight
• Broadcast 
5
•  Call 1 ~ 6
• CH/GID Down
• Channel Entry
• CH/GID Recall
• CH/GID Up
• Clock
• Clock Adjustment
• CW Message 
7
•  Direct CH/GID 1 ~ 5
•  Direct CH/GID Select 1 ~ 5
• Display Format
• Emergency 
8
• Fixed Volume
• Forced Search 
5
• Function
•  GPS Position Display
• Group (NXDN) 
7
•  Group + SDM (NXDN) 9
•  Group + Status (NXDN) 9
• Home CH/GID
•  Home CH/GID Select
• Individual (NXDN) 
9
•  Individual + SDM (NXDN) 9
•  Individual + Status (NXDN) 9
• Key Lock
• Lone Worker
• Low Transmit Power
• Maintenance
• Menu
• Monitor 
4
• Monitor Momentary 
4
• OST 
1
• Playback 
2
• Priority-channel Select 
11
• Scan
• Scan Delete/Add
• Scrambler/Encryption
• Scramber/Encryption Code 
9
• SDM (FleetSync/NXDN)
• Selcall (FleetSync) 
10
•  Selcall + SDM (FleetSync) 10
• 
Selcall + Status (FleetSync) 
10
•  Send the GPS data
• Site Down 
5
• Site Lock 
5
• Site Up 
5
• Site Up/Down 
5

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• Voice Memo 
2
• VOX 
11
• Zone Delete/Add
• Zone Down
• Zone Up
1 Available only for Analog Conventional operation.
2 Available only if the VGS-1 optional board has been installed.
3 Available only for Analog Trunking operation.
4 Available only for Analog Conventional, Analog Trunking, and NXDN 
Conventional operation.
5 Available only for NXDN Trunking operation.
6 Can be programmed only on the Selector knob.
7 Available only for NXDN Conventional operation.
8 Can be programmed only on the Auxiliary key and the optional 
speaker/ microphone PF1 (orange) key.
9 Available only for NXDN Conventional and NXDN Trunking operation.
10 Available only for Analog Conventional and Analog Trunking 
operation.
11 Available only for Analog Conventional and NXDN Conventional 
operation.
12 Can be programmed only on the microphone programmable function 
keys.

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BASIC OPERATIONS
SWITCHING POWER ON/OFF
Turn the Power switch/ Volume control clockwise to switch the 
transceiver ON.
Turn the Power switch/ Volume control counterclockwise fully 
to switch the transceiver OFF.
■ Transceiver Password
  If the transceiver is password protected, “PASSWORD” will 
appear on the display when the power is turned ON.  To 
unlock the transceiver, enter the password:
1  Select a character using the DTMF keypad.
• Press   or # to delete a character.  Press and hold   or 
# to delete all characters.
2 Press   or  to confirm the entry.
•  If you enter an incorrect password, an error tone sounds 
and the transceiver remains locked.
•  The password can contain a maximum of 6 digits.
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME
Rotate the Power switch/ Volume control to adjust the volume.  
Clockwise increases the volume and counterclockwise 
decreases it.

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SELECTING A ZONE AND CHANNEL/GROUP ID
 Select the desired zone using  /  (default).  Each zone 
contains a group of channels.
Select the desired channel/group ID using the Selector knob 
(default).  Each channel/group ID is programmed with settings 
for transmitting and receiving.
•  You can toggle the display between the zone and channel/group 
ID names and number by pressing the key programmed as Display 
Format, or by accessing the Menu {page 12}.
Note:  If the default settings for  / and the Selector knob 
have been changed, use the appropriate keys to select the zone 
and channel/group ID.
TRANSMITTING
1  Select the desired zone and channel/group ID.
2  Press the key programmed as Monitor or Squelch Off to 
check whether or not the channel is free.
•  If the channel is busy, wait until it becomes free.
3 Press the PTT switch and speak into the microphone.  
Release the PTT switch to receive.
•  For best sound quality, hold the transceiver approximately 
1.5 inches (3 ~ 4 cm) from your mouth.
■  Making Group Calls (Digital)
  If a key has been programmed with Group or Group + 
Status, you can select a group ID from the list to make a 
call to those parties on a Conventional channel.    
To select a group ID:
1 
Press the key programmed as Group or Group + Status.
2 Press  /  to select a group ID/name from the list.
3  Press and hold the PTT switch to make the call.
•  Speak into the transceiver as you would during a normal 
transmission.

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■  Making Individual Calls (Digital)
  If a key has been programmed with Individual or 
Individual + Status, you can make calls to specific 
persons.
1  Press the key programmed as Individual or 
Individual + Status.
2 Press
  /  
to select a unit ID from the list.
•  You can enter the unit ID directly, using the DMF keypad.
3  Press and hold the PTT switch to make the call.
• Speak into the transceiver as you would during a normal 
transmission.
RECEIVING
Select the desired zone and channel.  If signaling has been 
programmed on the selected channel, you will hear a call only 
if the received signal matches your transceiver settings.
Note:  Signaling allows your transceiver to code your calls.  This will 
prevent you from listening to unwanted calls.  Refer to “SIGNALING” 
on page 23 for details. 
■  Receiving Group Calls (Digital)
  When you receive a group call on a Conventional channel 
and the received group ID matches the ID set up on your 
transceiver, you can hear the caller’s voice.
  When you receive a group call on a Trunking channel, the 
transceiver automatically switches to the communications 
channel to receive the call.
■  Receiving Individual Calls (Digital)
  When you receive an individual call, a ringing tone will 
sound and the caller’s ID will appear on the display.  To 
respond to the call, press and hold the PTT switch and 
speak into the transceiver as you would during a normal 
transmission.

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MENU MODE
Many functions on this transceiver are selected or configured 
through the Menu instead of physical controls.  Once you 
become familiar with the Menu system, you will appreciate the 
versatility it offers.
MENU ACCESS
1  Press the key programmed as Menu.
•  The category list is shown.
•  When there is only 1 category, the function list is shown

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Display Description
BROADCAST Broadcast ON/OFF
CLOCK Clock ON/OFF
CLOCK ADJUST Clock Adjustment mode
DIRECT CH1 SEL Direct CH/GID 1 ~ 5 Select
DISP FORMAT Display Format ON/OFF
FIXED VOLUME Fixed Volume
FORCED SEARCH Forced Search
GPS POS DISP GPS Position Display mode
GROUP Group mode
GROUP+STATUS Group + Status mode
GROUP+SDM Group + SDM mode
HOME CH SEL Home CH/GID Select
INDIVIDUAL Individual mode
INDIV+STATUS Individual + Status mode
INDIV+SDM Individual + SDM mode
LONE WORKER Lone Worker ON/OFF
LOW TX POWER Low Transmission Power ON/OFF
MAINTENANCE Maintenance Display mode
MONITOR Monitor ON/OFF
OST OST ON/OFF
OST LIST OST mode
PLAYBACK Playback mode
PRI CH SEL Priority Channel Select mode
SCAN Scan ON/OFF
SCAN DEL/ADD Scan Delete/Add
SCRAM/ENCRYP Scrambler/Encryption ON/OFF
SCRAM CODE Scrambler/Encryption Code mode
SELCALL Selcall mode
SELCALL+STATUS Selcall + Status mode
SELCALL+SDM Selcall + SDM mode
SEND GPS DATA Transmit your GPS data
SITE LOCK Site Lock ON/OFF
SITE No. Display Site Number
SITE Site Select Mode
SQUELCH LEVEL Squelch Level mode

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Display Description
SQUELCH OFF Squelch Off ON/OFF
STACK Stack mode
STATUS Status mode
SHORT MESSAGE Short Mesage mode
TALK AROUND Talk Around ON/OFF
PASSWORD Transceiver Password mode
VIBRATOR Vibrator ON/OFF
VOICE MEMO Voice Memo mode
VOX LEVEL VOX Level mode
VOX VOX ON/OFF
ZONE DEL/ADD Zone Delete/A dd
CHARACTER ENTRY
There are 2 methods available for entering characters:
1) Pressing the  /  keys
 Press  /  to cycle the characters from A ~ Z, 0 ~ 9, and 
a space (default settings).
  You can also assign a character to an optional key and later 
press that key to recall the assigned character: A ~ Z, a ~ z, 
0 ~ 9, or a space and characters.
2)  Using the DTMF keypad
  Press the keypad keys to enter characters as shown in the 
table below:
DTMF Key Character Cycle
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2 A  B  C  2
3 D  E  F  3
4 G  H  I  4
5 J  K  L  5
6 M  N  O  6
7 P  Q  R  S  7
8 T  U  V  8
9 W  X  Y  Z  9
0 [space]  0

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SCAN
Scan monitors for signals on the transceiver channels.  While 
scanning, the transceiver checks for a signal on each channel 
and only stops if a signal is present.
To begin scanning, press the key programmed as Scan.
• The  icon appears on the display.
•  When a signal is detected on a channel, Scan pauses at that 
channel.  The transceiver will remain on the busy channel until the 
signal is no longer present, at which time Scan resumes.
To stop scanning, press the Scan key again.
Note:  To use Scan, there must be at least 2 channels in the scan 
sequence.
TEMPORARY CHANNEL LOCKOUT
During scan, you can temporarily remove specific channels 
from the scanning sequence by selecting them and pressing 
the key programmed as Scan Delete/Add.
•  The channel is no longer scanned. However, when scanning is 
ended and restarted, the channels are reset and deleted channels 
will again be in the scanning sequence.
PRIORITY SCAN
Note:  To use Priority Scan, a Priority channel must be programmed.
When using a single Priority channel, the transceiver will 
automatically change to the Priority channel when a call is 
received on that channel, even if a call is being received on a 
normal channel.
When using dual Priority channels, Priority channel 1 is given 
precedence over Priority channel 2.  So, if a call is received on 
Priority channel 1 while a call is already on Priority channel 2, 
the transceiver will change to Priority channel 1.

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SCAN REVERT
The Scan Revert channel is the channel selected when you 
press the PTT switch to transmit during scan.  Your dealer can 
program one of the following types of Scan Revert channels:
•  Selected:  The last channel selected before scan.
•  Selected + Talkback:  Same as “Selected”, plus you can 
respond to calls on the channel at which scan is paused.
•  Priority 1/ Priority 2:  The Priority channel (either Priority 1 
or Priority 2) .
•  Priority 1 + Talkback/ Priority2 + Talkback:  Same as 
“Priority 1/ Priority 2”, plus you can respond to calls on the 
channel at which scan is paused.
•  Last Called + Selected:  The last channel on which you 
receive a call.
SCAN DELETE/ADD
 You can add and remove zones and/or channels/group IDs to 
and from your scan list.
1  Select your desired zone and/or channel/group ID.
2  Press the key programmed as Zone Delete/Add (to 
add/remove zones) or Scan Delete/Add (to add/remove 
channels/group IDs).
•  You can also press and hold the key programmed as Scan 
Delete/Add to add/remove zones.
PRIORITY-CHANNEL SELECT
 If the Priority channel has been set as Operator Selectable by 
your dealer, you can reprogram the Priority channels.
1  Select your desired zone and channel/group ID.
2  Press the key programmed as Priority-channel Select.
3 Press  /  to select “NORMAL”, “PRIORITY 1” (   ), 
“PRIORITY 2” (   ), or “PRIORITY 1&2” (   ).
4 Press   to save the setting and exit.

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FleetSync is an Alphanumeric 2-way Paging Function, and is a 
protocol owned by KENWOOD Corporation.
Note:  This function is available only in analog operation.
SELCALL (SELECTIVE CALLING)
 A Selcall is a voice call to a station or group of stations.
■ Transmitting
1  Select your desired zone and channel.
2  Press the key programmed as Selcall or Selcall + 
Status to enter Selcall mode.
3 Press  /  to select the station you want to call.
•  If Manual Dialing is enabled, you can directly enter the 
station ID using the DTMF keypad.
4 Press the PTT switch and begin your conversation.
■ Receiving
  An alert tone will sound and the transceiver will enter 
Selcall mode.  The calling station’s ID will appear when a 
Selcall is received.  You can respond to the call by pressing 
the PTT switch and speaking into the microphone.
■ Identification Codes
  An ID code is a combination of a 3-digit Fleet number and a 
4-digit ID number.  Each transceiver has its own ID.
•  Enter a Fleet number (100 ~ 349) to make a group call.
•  Enter an ID number (1000 ~ 4999) to make an individual call in 
your fleet.
•  Enter a Fleet number to make a call to all units in the selected 
fleet (Fleet call).
•  Enter an ID number to make a call to the selected ID in all 
fleets (Supervisor call).
FleetSync: ALPHANUMERIC 2-WAY PAGING FUNCTION

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•  Select “ALL” Fleet and “ALL” ID to make a call to all units 
(Broadcast call).
STATUS MESSAGE
 You can send and receive 2-digit Status messages which may 
be decided in your talk group.  Messages can contain up to 16 
alphanumeric characters.  Status messages range from 10 to 
99 (80 ~ 99 are reserved for special messages).
 A maximum of 15 received messages (combined status 
messages and short messages) can be stored in the stack 
memory of your transceiver.
■ Transmitting
1  Select your desired zone and channel.
2  Press the key programmed as Status to enter Status 
mode (proceed to step 5) or Selcall + Status to enter 
Selcall mode (proceed to step 3).
3 Press  /  to select the station you want to call.
•  If Manual Dialing is enabled, you can enter a station ID by 
using the DTMF keypad, or by using  /.  When using 
/, cycle through the digits to select a digit, then 
press   to set the digit and move the cursor to the right.  
Repeat this process until the entire ID is entered.
4 Press   to enter Status mode.
5 Press  /  to select the status you want to transmit.
•  If Manual Dialing is enabled, you can enter a status ID by 
using the DTMF keypad, or by using  / (refer to step 
3, above).
6 Press the PTT switch or Side 2 key to initiate the call.
•  “<COMPLETE>” appears on the display when the status 
has been successfully transmitted.

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■ Receiving
 The 
 icon will flash and a calling ID or text message will 
appear when a Status call is received.  Press any key to 
return to normal operation.
■  Reviewing Messages in the Stack Memory
1 
Press the key programmed as Stack, or press and hold 
the key programmed as Selcall, Status, or Selcall + 
Status to enter Stack mode.
•  The last received message is displayed.
2 Press  /  to select the desired message.
•  Message types are identified as follows:
I: Caller ID, S: Status Message, M: Short Message
•  Press and hold   for 1 second to cycle the display 
information as follows:
ID Name > Status/Short Message > CH/GID > Time Stamp
 3 Press   to return to normal operation.
•  To delete the selected message, press   or #.  To confirm 
the deletion, press   or  .
•  To delete all messages, press and hold   or # for 
1 second.  To confirm the deletion, press   or  .
SHORT/LONG MESSAGES
 Received short messages are displayed the same as Status 
messages and are stored in the same stack memory.
To send and receive long messages, you must connect the 
transceiver to a PC.  Ask your dealer for details.
GPS REPORT
To send your location data, you must first connect a GPS unit 
to the transceiver.  GPS data can be manually transmitted by 
pressing the key programmed as Send the GPS data, or by 
accessing the Menu {page 12}.  If set up by your dealer, GPS 
data may be automatically transmitted at a preset time interval.

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS
DTMF (DUAL TONE MULTI FREQUENCY) CALLS
■  Making a DTMF Call
Manual Dialing
1  Press and hold the PTT switch.
2  Enter the desired digits using the DTMF keypad.
•  If you release the PTT switch, transmit mode will end even 
if the complete number has not been sent.
•  If the Keypad Auto PTT function has been enabled by your 
dealer, you do not need to press the PTT swich to transmit; 
you can make the call simply pressing the DTMF keys.
Store & Send
1  Press the key programmed as Autodial.
2  Enter up to 30 digits using the DTMF keypad.
•  Alternatively, you can enter digits by using  / . 
3 Press the PTT switch to make the call.
■ Autodial
  Autodial allows you to quickly call DTMF numbers that have 
been programmed onto your transceiver.
1  Press the key programmed as Autodial, or access the 
Menu {page 12}.
•  The first entry in the Autodial list appears on the display.
2 Press  /  to select your desired Autodial list 
number, or enter the list number directly (01 ~ 32).
•  The stored entry appears on the display.
3 Press the PTT switch to make the call.

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■ Stun Code
  This function is used when a transceiver is stolen or lost.  
When the transceiver receives a call containing a stun 
code, the transceiver becomes disabled.  The stun code is 
cancelled when the transceiver receives a call with a revive 
code.
TRUNKING CALLS (ANALOG)
■  Making a Telephone Call
Manual Dialing
1  Select your desired zone and telephone group ID.
2 Press the PTT switch to start the call.
3  Enter your desired number using the DTMF keys.
Selecting a Number from the List
1  Select your desired zone and telephone group ID.
2  Press the key programmed as Autodial.
•  The last called unit appears on the display.
3 Press  /  to select your desired list number.
4 Press the PTT switch to make the call.
■  Receiving a Telephone Call
  When a call is received, press and hold the PTT switch to 
speak, and release it to receive.
•  Only one person can speak at a time.

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EMERGENCY CALLS
If your transceiver has been programmed with the Emergency 
function, you can make emergency calls.
1  Press and hold the key programmed as Emergency.
•  Ask your dealer for the length of time necessary to hold this 
key before the transceiver enters Emergency mode.
•  When the transceiver enters Emergency mode, it will change 
to the Emergency channel and begin transmitting based on 
how it is set up by your dealer.
2  To exit Emergency mode, press the Emergency key again.
•  If the Emergency mode completes a preset number of cycles, 
Emergency mode will automatically end and the transceiver 
will return to the zone and channel that was in use before 
Emergency mode was entered.
Note:
◆  Your dealer can set the transceiver to emit a tone when 
transmitting in Emergency mode.
◆  Your dealer can set the transceiver to emit tones and received 
signals as normal, or mute the speaker during Emergency 
operation.
SCRAMBLER
Press the key programmed as Scrambler/ Encryption, or 
access the Menu {page 12}, to switch the transceiver to secure 
(encrypted) transmission.
• Pressing the PTT switch after the Scrambler function has been 
turned ON encrypts the transmitted signal.

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SIGNALING
■  Quiet Talk (QT)/ Digital Quiet Talk (DQT)
  Your dealer may have programmed QT or DQT signaling on 
your transceiver channels.  A QT tone/ DQT code  is a 
sub-audible tone/code which allows you to ignore (not hear) 
calls from other parties who are using the same channel.
Operator Selectable Tone (OST)
  If a key has been programmed with OST, you can 
reprogram the QT/DQT settings on each of your channels.
1  Select your desired channel.
2  Press and hold the key programmed as OST for 
1 second.
3 Press  /  to select your desired tone or code.
•  Your dealer can set up to 40 tones/codes.
4 Press   to save your new setting.
5  When you have finished operating using OST, press the 
OST key again to turn the OST function OFF.
■  Radio Access Number (RAN)
  RAN is a new signaling system designed for digital radio 
communications.
  When a channel is set  up with a RAN, squelch will only 
open when a call containing a matching RAN is received.  
If a call containing a different RAN is made on the same 
channel you are using, you will not hear the call.  This 
allows you to ignore (not hear) calls from other parties who 
are using the same channel.

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■ Optional Signaling
  Your dealer may also program several types of optional 
signaling for your transceiver channels.
 DTMF Signaling:  DTMF Signaling opens the squelch only 
when the transceiver receives a call containing a matching 
DTMF code.
 FleetSync Signaling:  Refer to “SELCALL (SELECTIVE 
CALLING)” on page 17.
  NXDN ID Signaling:  NXDN ID is an optional signaling 
system available only for digital communications.
VOICE OPERATED TRANSMISSION (VOX)
VOX can be activated or deactivated by your dealer.  VOX 
operation allows you to transmit hands-free.
Note:  To operate VOX, you must use an optional KHS-11, KHS-14, 
KHS-15-BH, or KHS-15-OH headset.
■  VOX Gain Level
1  Connect the headset to the transceiver.
2  Press the key programmed as VOX.
•  The current VOX Gain level appears on the display.
3 Press  /  to increase or decrease the VOX Gain 
level.
•  The VOX Gain can be adjusted from levels 1 to 10.
4  While adjusting the level, speak into the headset 
microphone to test the sensitivity level.  (Your voice is 
not trasmitted during this test procedure.)
•  When sound is recognized, the LED lights orange.
5 Press   to save the setting.

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■ VOX Operation
1  Connect the headset to the transceiver.
2  Press and hold the key programmed as VOX for 
2 seconds.
3  To transmit, simply speak into the microphone.
•  The transceiver recognizes sound levels depending on 
the VOX Gain level.  If it is too sensitive, it will transmit 
when there is noise in the background.  If it is not sensitive 
enough, it will not pick up your voice when you begin 
speaking.
4  When you finish speaking, transmission ends.
5  To turn the VOX function OFF, press and hold the VOX 
key again, for 2 seconds.
Note:  If a speaker/ microphone is connected to the transceiver 
while VOX is ON, and the VOX Gain Level is set to a sensitive 
level, louder received signals may cause the transceiver to 
transmit.

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BACKGROUND OPERATIONS
Your dealer can activate a variety of transceiver functions to 
perform without any additional operation on your part.
CLOCK
If activated by your dealer, you can view the clock by pressing 
the key programmed as Clock.
Note:  Removing or leaving the battery pack uncharged for 
extended periods will clear the clock time.
To set the clock:
1  Press the key programmed as Clock Adjustment.
•  The current time setting appears.
2 Press  /  to increase or decrease the year setting.
3 Press   to set the year and cycle to the month setting.
4 
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the month, day, hour, and minute.
5 Press   to exit Clock Adjustment mode.
•  You can press   at any time to exit Clock Adjustment mode. 
VIBRATOR
When an optional vibrator is installed, the vibrator function will 
alert you when an optional signaling call is received.  Press the 
key programmed as Vibrator, or access the Menu {page 12}, 
to turn the Vibrator function ON and OFF.
TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT)
The Time-out Timer is used to prevent you from using a 
channel for an extended duration.  If you continuously transmit 
for a preset time, the transceiver will stop transmitting and an 
alert tone will sound.  Release the PTT switch.

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BATTERY SAVER
The Battery Saver can be activated only on Conventional 
channels.  This function decreases the amount of power used 
when a signal is not being received and no operations are 
being performed.
KEY LOCK
Press the key programmed as Key Lock to lock and unlock the 
transceiver keys.
•  The following keys still function when Key Lock is activated:  
Emergency, Backlight, Monitor, Monitor Momentary, Squelch Off, 
Squelch Off Momentary, Function, Key Lock, PTT
LOW BATTERY WARNING
Low Battery Warning alerts you when the battery needs to be 
recharged.  Your dealer can set an alert tone to sound and the 
LED indicator to blink red when the battery power is low.  The 
battery power icon displays the battery power remaining, as 
illustrated below.
High Sufficient Low Very low
When the battery power is very low, recharge or replace the 
battery pack.
SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR
The signal strength indicator displays the strength of received 
calls.
Strong Sufficient Weak Very weak
No icon appears when no signal is available.
 flashes when out of range (NXDN Trunking only).

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COMPANDER
If programmed by your dealer for a channel, the compander 
will remove excessive noise from transmitted signals, to 
provide higher clarity of signals.
Note:  The COMPANDER is used only in analog operation.
BUSY CHANNEL LOCKOUT (BCL)
On Conventional channels, if BCL is set up by your dealer, you 
will be unable to transmit if the channel is already in use.  Use 
a different channel or wait until the channel becomes free.
If BCL Override has been programmed, you can transmit over 
the current signal:
1  Press and hold the PTT switch.
•  If the channel is already in use, a warning tone will sound.
2  Quickly release and then press the PTT switch again.
3  Speak into the transceiver as you would during a normal 
call.
CONTROL CHANNEL HUNT
On digital Trunking channels, the transceiver automatically 
searches for a control channel.
•  While searching for a control channel, the antenna icon will flash 
and no signals can be received.
PTT ID
PTT ID is the transceiver unique ID code which is sent each 
time the PTT switch is pressed and/or released.
Note:  PTT ID can be made only in analog operation.

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VGS-1 OPTIONAL VOICE GUIDE & STORAGE UNIT
VOICE RECORDER
The voice recorder allows you to record conversations and 
create voice memos.
■ Auto Recording
  If activated, the auto recorder will continuously record all 
transmitted and received signals.  The recording storage 
area retains only the last 30 seconds of recording.
■ Voice Memos
  To record a voice memo for later playback:
1  Press the key programmed as Voice Memo, press and 
hold the key programmed as Playback, or access the 
Menu {page 12}.
•  The duration of recording memory will appear on the 
display and begin counting down.
2  Speak into the microphone to record your memo.
3 Press   to end the recording and store it in memory.
•  If the memory becomes full, recording will stop and the 
voice memo will be stored in memory.
■  Auto Reply Message
  You can set the transceiver to automatically respond to 
Individual Calls while using FleetSync/NXDN.
1  Press the key programmed as Auto Reply Message to 
enter Auto Reply Message mode.
2  When you receive an Individual Call, the transceiver will 
send an automatic response to the caller after 
3 seconds, and “GREETING” appears on the display.
•  If you are available to receive the call, press any key to 
cancel the auto response.

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•  If there is memory available on your transceiver, “I am not 
available. Leave your Message.” will be sent to the caller 
and they can leave you a recorded message.  When a 
message is stored on your transceiver, “NEW MESSAGE” 
appears on the display.
•  If no memory is available on your transceiver, “I am not 
available” will be sent to the caller and “MEMORY FULL” 
appears on the display.
■ Playback
  To play back a recorded conversation, memo, or message:
1  Press the key programmed as Playback or access the 
Menu {page 12}.
•  If the last action on your transceiver was to auto record 
your conversation, “STORE?” will appear on the display, 
otherwise a recording channel with the time of the 
recording will appear.
2 Press  /  to select the channel you want to play.
•  “AR” represents auto recorded conversations, “RM” 
represents auto reply messages, and “VM” represents 
voice memos.
3  The transceiver will announce the time and channel, 
then the recording will play back.
•  When the entire recording has been played, “END OF 
MESSAGE” is displayed.  You can also end the recording 
at any time by pressing  .
•  To delete the selected recording, press  .  To clear all the 
recorded data, press and hold  .
VOICE GUIDE
When changing the zone and/or channel, an audio voice will 
announce the new zone and channel.  Additionally, when 
changing a function setting, the new setting will be announced.
Note:  Voice announcements vary by dealer setting.

ÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR NUMÉRIQUE 800MHz
ÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR NUMÉRIQUE 900MHz
NX-410/ NX-411
MODE D’EMPLOI
FRANÇAIS
Borne d’antenne
Impédance de 50 Ω
Borne de la batterie
La borne de la batterie utilise une coupelle de ressort.
La borne négative est raccordée à la masse du châssis.
La batterie est montée à l’arrière de l’émetteur-récepteur en utilisant une méthode
de montage coulissant.
N° Nom Description Impédance
E/
S
1 SSW Entrée de commutateur de haut-
parleur ext/int. Impédance élevée E
2 SP+ Sortie BTL + pour haut-parleur
externe S
3 SP- Sortie BTL - pour haut-parleur
externe S
4 MSW Entrée de commutateur MIC ext/int. Impédance élevée E
5 EMC Entrée MIC externe 1,8 kΩE
6 ME Masse de MIC externe Masse -
7 PTT Entrée PTT externe Impédance élevée E
8PF Entrée de touche de fonction
programmable Impédance élevée E
9 OPT Entrée Man Down Impédance élevée E
10 E Masse Masse -
11 5V Sortie d’alimentation de 5V 5V S
12 TXD Sortie de données en série CMOS S
13 RXD Entrée de données en série CMOS E
14 NC Non utilisé - -
Descriptions de borne
Connecteur universel
Il est possible d’utiliser un cache à base de résine pour le connecteur universel.
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TRANSCEPTOR DIGITAL 800MHz
TRANSCEPTOR DIGITAL 900MHz
NX-410/ NX-411
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
ESPAÑOL


RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY SAFETY INFORMATION
This 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 
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.
 
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. B59-2546-00