Kenwood USA 415000 VHF FM Transceiver User Manual

Kenwood USA Corporation VHF FM Transceiver

User Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VHF FM TRANSCEIVER/
UHF FM TRANSCEIVER
TK-2360/ TK-3360
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Thank You
We are grateful you have chosen Kenwood for your land
mobile radio applications.
noTices To The user
◆ Government law prohibits the operation of unlicensed radio
transmitters within the territories under government control.
◆ Illegaloperationispunishablebyneand/orimprisonment.
◆ Referservicetoqualiedtechniciansonly.
SAFETY: It is important that the operator is aware of and
understands hazards common to the operation of any
transceiver.
Firmware Copyrights
Thetitletoandownershipofcopyrightsforrmwareembeddedin
Kenwood product memories are reserved for Kenwood Corporation.
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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modicationstothisequipmentmaycauseharmful
interferenceunlessthemodicationsareexpresslyapprovedinthe
instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this
equipmentifanunauthorizedchangeormodication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
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.
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.
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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specied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.
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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inates,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
trafc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.
• Dangerofexplosionifthebatteryisincorrectlyreplaced;
replace only with the same type.
Turn the transceiver power off in the following locations:
• Near blasting sites.
• In airplanes. (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 using pacemakers.
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informaTion concerning The baTTerY Pack
Thebatterypackincludesammableobjectssuchasorganicsolvent.
Mishandlingmaycausethebatterytoruptureproducingames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ame.
• 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owandthebatterymaygenerateheat
orsmoke,rupture,orburstintoame.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ame.
• Do not use or leave the battery near res, 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
ame.
• 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ame.
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• Do not charge the battery near res 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ame.
• Use only the specied charger and observe charging
requirements!
 Ifthebatteryischargedinunspecied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
ame.
• 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
ame.
• Do not jar or throw the battery!
An impact may cause the battery to leak, generate heat
orsmoke,rupture,and/orburstintoame.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
ame.
• 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ame.
• 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owupondischarging.Thebatterymay
generateheatorsmoke,rupture,orburstintoame.
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• Do not charge the battery for longer than the specied
time!
 Ifthebatterypackhasnotnishedchargingevenafterthe
regulated time has passed, stop it. The battery may generate
heatorsmoke,rupture,orburstintoame.
• Do not place the battery pack into a microwave or high
pressure container!
The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into
ame.
• Keep ruptured and leaking battery packs away from re!
If the battery pack is leaking (or the battery emits a bad odor),
immediatelyremoveitfromammableareas.Electrolyte
leakingfrombatterycaneasilycatchonreandmaycausethe
batterytogeneratesmokeorburstintoame.
• 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ame.
• 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
ame.
• 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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UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
PREPARATION ..........................................2
ORIENTATION ..........................................7
PROGRAMMABLE AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
BASIC OPERATIONS .................................... 12
SCAN ...............................................13
FleetSync: ALPHANUMERIC 2-WAY PAGING SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . 14
VOICE OPERATED TRANSMISSION (VOX) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
BACKGROUND OPERATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
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Note: These unpacking instructions are for use by your Kenwood
dealer, an authorized Kenwood service facility, or the factory.
Carefully unpack the transceiver. If any items are missing or
damaged, le a claim with the carrier immediately.
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Belt clip ................................................1
Speaker/ microphone jacks cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Speaker/ microphone locking bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Stopper (4-channel: white) ................................. 1
Stopper (8-channel: gray) .................................. 1
Stopper (12-channel: black) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Instruction manual ........................................1
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1 Match the guides of the
battery pack with the grooves
on the upper rear of the
transceiver, then rmly 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 rmly closed.

◆ Do not install batteries in a hazardous environment where
sparks could cause an explosion.
◆ Never discard batteries in re; extremely high temperatures can
cause batteries to explode.
◆ Do not short circuit the battery case terminals.
◆ Do not use rechargeable batteries.
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Note:
◆ If you do not plan to use the transceiver for a long period,
remove the batteries from the battery case.
◆ This battery case has been designed for transmitting at a
power of approximately 1 W (the low power setting on your
transceiver). If you want to transmit a stronger signal (using
the high power setting on your transceiver), use an optional
rechargeable battery pack.
1 To open the battery case, press
on the two tabs on the upper
rear of the case, then pull the
two halvs apart.
2 Insert 6 AA (LR6) Alkaline
batteries into the battery case.
• Be sure to match the polarities
with those marked in the bottom
of the battery case.
3 Align the tabs of the cover with
the base, then push down on
the cover until it locks in place.

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.
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Note: When rst installing the belt clip, you must remove the
battery pack from the rear of the transceiver.
1 Remove the 2 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, afx the belt
clip in place.
• When the belt clip is not installed, leave the plastic covering in
place.
• Do not use glue which is designed to prevent screw loosening
when installing the belt clip, as it may cause damage to the
transceiver. Acrylic ester, which is contained in these glues, may
crack the transceiver’s back panel.

Install the cap over the speaker/ microphone jacks when not
using an optional speaker/ microphone.
Note: To keep the transceiver water resistant, you must cover the
speaker/ microphone jacks with the supplied cap.
1 Place the cap over the jacks so that the
locking tabs insert into the transceiver
grooves.
Plastic
covering
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2 While holding the cap in place, push it
towards the bottom of the transceiver until
the tabs on the cap click into place.
• To remove the cap, hold the top of the cap
in place with your nger while inserting a 3
mm or smaller at blade screwdriver under
the bottom of the cap. Slowly slide the
screwdriver in until its tip touches the tab
inside the cap, then gently pry the cap up
(handle of screwdriver moving away from the
transceiver) to remove the cap.

Note: The transceiver is not fully water resistant when using a
speaker/ microphone or headset.
1 Insert the speaker/ microphone plugs
into the speaker/ microphone jacks of the
transceiver.
2 Place the locking bracket over the speaker/
microphone plugs so that the locking tabs
insert into the transceiver grooves.
3 While holding the locking bracket in
place, push it towards the bottom of the
transceiver until the tabs on the bracket
click into place.
• To remove the locking bracket, push the
bracket up from the base.
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There are 3 types of stoppers available, depending on the
number of channels used (4 channel type: white, 8 channel
type: gray, and 12 channel type: black).
1 Set the Selector knob to channel 1, then pull the Selector
knob off the transciever.
• If the Selector is not positioned at channel 1, the Selector knob
may not install correctly and the channel may be unable to be
changed.
2 Insert the appropriate channel stopper.
3 Reinsert the Selector knob.
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① Channel Selector
Rotate to select a channel.
② Power switch/ Volume control
Rotate to turn the transceiver ON/OFF and to adjust the
volume.
③ Transmit/ Receive/ Battery low indicator
If enabled by your dealer, lights red while transmitting,
green while receiving a call (Conventional channels only),
and orange when receiving an optional signaling call
(2-tone, DTMF signaling, etc.). Blinks red when the battery
power is low while transmitting.
④ Auxiliary key
Press to activate its programmable function {page 8}.
⑤ PTT (Push-To-Talk) switch
Press and hold this switch, then speak into the microphone
to call a station.
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⑥ Side 1 key
Press to activate its programmable function {page 8}.
⑦ Side 2 key
Press to activate its programmable function {page 8}.
⑧ Speaker/ microphone jack
Connect a speaker/ microphone or headset here {page 5}.
Otherwise, keep the supplied cap in place.
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Your dealer can program the Auxiliary, Side 1, and Side 2
keys each with one of the following functions.
n 
No function has been programmed.
n 
Press this key to send the 2-tone code assigned to it.
n 
Press this key to toggle Activity Detection ON and OFF.
If an event occurs while Activity Detection is enabled, for
instance, if the transceiver remains in the tilt or stationary
state or is excessively in motion longer than the
pre-programmed time, the transceiver enters Emergency
mode.
Note:
◆ When Activity Detection has been turned off, and the
transceiver power is then turned off and back on, Activity
Detection is automatically enabled.
◆ When using this function, verify that it operates before
taking the transceiver.
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n 
Press this key to call the DTMF number that has been
programmed onto your selected channel. Your dealer may
program different DTMF numbers on different channels.
n 
Press this key to announce the current battery energy level.
Battery level 4 (green LED) means the battery is full, level
3 (orange LED) is sufcient, level 2 (red LED) is low, and
level 1 (ashing red LED) is very low.
n 
Press and hold this key to enter Emergency mode. When
the transceiver enters Emergency mode, it will change to
the Emergency channel and begin transmitting based on
your dealer settings.
Note: This function can be programmed only on the Auxiliary
key and the optional speaker/ microphone PF1 (orange) key.
n 
Press this key to lock and unlock the transceiver keys.
While Key Lock is activated, you cannot use the Auxiliary,
Side 1, Side 2, and microphone PF keys.
Note: You can still use the following key functions when Key
Lock is activated: Emergency, Lone Worker, Monitor, Monitor
Momentary, Squelch Off, Squelch Off Momentary, Key Lock,
PTT + Autodial, PTT + 2-tone.
n 
Press this key to toggle the Lone Worker function ON or
OFF. If the transceiver is not operated for the
pre-programmed time, it will emit a Lone Worker tone.
Subsequently, if no operation is performed while the tone is
emitted, the transceiver will enter Emergency mode.
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n 
Press this key to change the transmit power on the current
channel to low power, to conserve battery energy.
n 
Press this key to deactivate QT or DQT signaling. Press
this key again to return to normal operation.
n 
Press and hold this key to deactivate QT or DQT signaling.
Release the key to return to normal operation.
n 
After selecting your desired FleetSync channel, press this
key to transmit your PTT List ID, to request a call.
n 
Press this key to set the currently selected channel as
the Priority channel. During Scan, 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.
n 
Press this key to toggle Scan ON and OFF. While
scanning, the transceiver checks for a signal on each
channel and only stops if a signal is present.
n 
When scan pauses at an undesired channel, you can
temporarily remove that channel from the scanning
sequence by pressing this key.
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n 
Press this key to toggle the Scrambler function ON and
OFF. The Scrambler allows you to hold conversations in
complete privacy by encrypting your transmitted signals.
n 
If a GPS unit is connected to your transceiver, you can
manually transmit your GPS data by pressing this key.
n 
Press this key to hear background noise. Press this key
again to return to normal operation.
n 
Press and hold this key to hear background noise. Press
this key again to return to normal operation.
n 
Press the Status 1 or Status 2 key to transmit the status
message assigned to them.
n 
Press this key to toggle the Talk Around function ON and
OFF. Talk Around allows you to communicate directly with
other transceivers without the use of a repeater, as long
they are not too far away or there are no geographical
obstacles in the way.
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

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.

Rotate the Power switch/ Volume control to adjust the volume.
Clockwise increases the volume and counterclockwise
decreases it.

Select your desired channel using the Selector knob. Each
channel is programmed with settings for transmitting and
receiving.

1 Select your desired channel.
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.
• If signaling has been programmed on the channel, you will
hear a call only if the received signal matches your transceiver
settings.
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
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.
• 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.

If a Priority channel has been programmed, 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.
If the Priority channel has been set as Operator Selectable by
your dealer, you can set a new channel as the Priority channel
by selecting your desired channel and pressing the key
programmed as Priority Channel Select.

During scan, you can temporarily remove specic channels
from the scanning sequence by pressing the key programmed
as Scan Temporary Delete while Scan is paused at the
undesired channel.
• 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.
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
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: The Priority channel.
• Priority + Talkback: Same as “Priority”, 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 or the last channel selected before scan,
whichever operation occured latest.

FleetSync is an Alphanumeric 2-way Paging Function, and is a
protocol owned by Kenwood Corporation.
Note: If set up by your dealer, your transceiver may use the
MDC-1200 feature in place of FleetSync. MDC-1200 and FleetSync
cannot be operated simultaneously.

A Selcall is a voice call to a station or group of stations.
n 
1 Select your desired FleetSync channel.
• Your dealer can program different ID codes on different
channels.
2 Press the PTT switch and begin your conversation.
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n 
If enabled by your dealer, an alert tone will sound and the
LED will blink when a Selcall has been received.
To respond to the call, press the PTT switch and speak into
the microphone.
n 
An ID code is a combination of a 3-digit Fleet number and a
4-digit ID number. Each transceiver has its own ID.

1 Select your desired FleetSync channel.
2 Press the key programmed as Paging to transmit your PTT
List ID, to request a call.

You can transmit pre-programmed Status messages by
pressing the keys programmed as Status 1 or Status 2.
Status messages are 2-digit codes ranging from 10 to 99
(80 ~ 99 are reserved for special messages).

If a GPS unit (NMEA-0183 format) is installed on your
transceiver, you can press the key programmed as Send the
GPS data to send your location data.
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
VOX operation allows you to transmit hands-free. This feature
can be activated or deactivated by your dealer.

1 Connect a headset to the transceiver.
2 With the transceiver power off, press and hold the Side 1
key for 2 seconds while turning the transceiver power ON.
• The LED ashes red and green.
3 Press the Side 1 key to increase the VOX Gain level, and
the Side 2 key to decrease the level.
• The VOX Gain can be adjusted from levels 1 to 10 and off.
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 the PTT switch to save the setting.

1 Connect a headset to the transceiver.
2 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.
3 When you nish speaking, transmission ends.
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
Your dealer can activate a variety of transceiver functions to
perform without any additional operation on your part.

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.

The Battery Saver decreases the amount of power used when
a signal is not being received and no operations are being
performed.

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.
Recharge or replace the battery pack at this time.

PTT ID is the transceiver unique ID code which is sent each
time the PTT switch is pressed and/or released.

If programmed by your dealer for a channel, the compander
will remove excessive noise from transmitted signals, to
provide higher clarity of signals.

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.
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
When changing the channel, an audio voice will announce the
new channel and the channel’s VOX and scrambler settings.

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.

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.

Your dealer may also program several types of optional
signaling for your transceiver channels.
2-tone Signaling: 2-tone Signaling opens the squelch only when
your transceiver receives a call containing matching 2 tones.
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 15.
MDC-1200: MDC-1200 is a data system using Audio
Frequency Shift Keying (AFSK).
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
transceiver has been designed for and is classied for
Occupational Use Only
. Occupational/ controlled
exposure limits are applicable to situations in which persons are exposed to RF energy as a consequence
of their employment, and such persons have been made aware of the potential for exposure and can
exercise control over their exposure. This means you can use the transceiver only if you are aware of
the potential hazards of operating a transceiver and are familiar in ways to minimize these hazards. This
transceiver is not intended for use by the general public in uncontrolled environments. Uncontrolled
environment exposure limits are applicable to situations in which the general public may be exposed to RF
energy, or in which the persons who are exposed as a consequence of their employment may not be fully
aware of the potential for exposure or cannot exercise control over their exposure.
The following list provides you with the information required to ensure that you are aware of RF
exposure and of how to operate this transceiver so that the FCC RF exposure limitations are not
exceeded.
• While transmitting (holding the PTT switch or speaking with VOX enabled), always keep the antenna
and the radio at least 3 cm (1 3/16 inches) from your body or face, as well as from any bystanders. A
LED on the top of the radio shows red when the transmitter is operating in both PTT and VOX modes.
• Do not transmit for more than 50% of the total transceiver use time; transmitting over 50% of the total use
time may exceed the limits in accordance to the FCC RF exposure requirements. Nominal transceiver
operation is 5% transmission time, 5% reception time, and 90% stand-by time.
• Use only the specied antenna for this transceiver; this may be either the antenna provided with the
transceiver or another antenna authorized by Kenwood.
Use only Kenwood authorized accessories (antennas, battery packs, belt clips, Speaker/ Mics or
headsets etc.): When worn on the body, always place the radio in a Kenwood recommended clip or
carrying case meant for this product. The use of other than recommended or approved body- worn
accessories may result in RF exposure levels which exceed the FCC’s occupational/ controlled
environment RF exposure limits.
To ensure that your exposure to RF EME is within the FCC limits for occupational use, you must
observe and adhere to the above points.
Electromagnetic Interference 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

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