Kenwood USA 468800 PORTABLE LMR RADIO User Manual USERS MANUAL

Kenwood USA Corporation PORTABLE LMR RADIO USERS MANUAL

USERS MANUAL

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VHF P25 TRANSCEIVER
TK-5210
UHF P25 TRANSCEIVER
TK-5310
700/800MHz P25 TRANSCEIVER
TK-5410
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THANK YOU
We are grateful you have chosen KENWOOD for your land
mobile radio applications.
MODELS COVERED BY THIS MANUAL
The models listed below are covered by this manual:
TK-5210 (K/K2/K3/K7): VHF P25 Transceiver
TK-5310 (K/K2/K3/K4/K5/K6/K7): UHF P25 Transceiver
TK-5410 (K2/K3): 700/800MHz P25 Transceiver
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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Terminal Descriptions
Universal connector
It is possible to use a resin-based cover for the Universal connector.
No. Name Description Specification I/O
1 SSW Ext/Int Speaker Switch Input Hi: INT, Low: EXT I
2 SP+ BTL Output + for External Speaker Standard load 8 ΩO
3 SP- BTL Output – for External Speaker Standard load 8 ΩO
4 MSW Ext/Int MIC Switch Input Hi: INT, Low: EXT I
5 EMC External MIC Input Impedance: 1.8 kΩI
6 ME External MIC GND
7 PTT External PTT Input Low: PTT ON I
8 PF Programable Function Key Input Input voltage: 0 V - 3.3 V I
9 OPT Aux I/O Port (for EXT Option) I: 0 V - 3.3 V
O: Standard load 25 kΩI/O
10 E GND GND
11 5V 5V 5V power supply output
Max output current: 140 mA O
12 TXD Serial Data Output Baud rate: 115200 bps max O
13 RXD Serial Data Input Baud rate: 115200 bps max I
14 NC Not used
Antenna Terminal
50 Ω impedance
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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
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.
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 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.
Do not immerse the transceiver in water.
When water gets into the microphone opening or the speaker
grill, the voice level may become incoherent or distorted. Lightly
shake the transceiver to remove the water from the speaker and/or
microphone before operating the transceiver.
Always switch the transceiver power off before installing optional
accessories.
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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.
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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CONTENTS
UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT....................................1
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES .........................................................1
PREPARATION ...................................................................2
BATTERY PACK PRECAUTIONS ....................................................2
INSTALLING/ REMOVING THE (OPTIONAL) BATTERY PACK ...........................7
INSTALLING THE (OPTIONAL) ANTENNA ............................................8
INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP ....................................................... 8
INSTALLING THE CAP OVER THE UNIVERSAL CONNECTOR............................9
INSTALLING THE (OPTIONAL) SPEAKER/ MICROPHONE OR HEADSET .................9
GETTING ACQUAINTED ....................................................... 10
DISPLAY (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 MODELS ONLY) ................................... 13
PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS ............................................... 15
BASIC OPERATIONS ........................................................... 18
SWITCHING POWER ON/ OFF ................................................. 18
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME ....................................................... 19
SELECTING A ZONE AND CHANNEL .............................................. 19
TRANSMITTING ................................................................ 20
RECEIVING .................................................................... 22
SCAN ............................................................................. 24
TEMPORARY CHANNEL LOCKOUT ................................................ 24
PRIORITY SCAN ............................................................... 25
SCAN REVERT ................................................................. 25
SCAN PROGRAMMING (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 MODELS ONLY)
<TK-5210/ TK-5310 ONLY> ................................................ 26
FleetSync: ALPHANUMERIC 2-WAY PAGING FUNCTION
<TK-5210/ TK-5310 ONLY> ................................................... 28
SELCALL (SELECTIVE CALLING) ................................................. 28
STATUS MESSAGE (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 MODELS ONLY) .......................... 29
SHORT MESSAGES............................................................. 31
LONG MESSAGES .............................................................. 31
GPS REPORT ................................................................. 31
DTMF (DUAL TONE MULTI FREQUENCY) CALLS ......................... 32
MAKING A DTMF CALL ....................................................... 32
AUTODIAL (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 MODELS ONLY) ................................. 33
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STUN CODE <TK-5210/ TK-5310 ONLY> .................................... 33
TRUNKING CALLS .............................................................. 34
MAKING A TELEPHONE CALL ................................................... 34
RECEIVING A TELEPHONE CALL ................................................. 35
MAKING A STATUS CALL ....................................................... 35
EMERGENCY CALLS ........................................................... 36
SCRAMBLER (FM) <TK-5210/ TK-5310 ONLY>/ ENCRYPTION (P25) ... 37
SECURE (ENCRYPTED) TRANSMISSION .......................................... 37
SELECTING THE SCRAMBLER CODE .............................................. 37
SELECTING THE ENCRYPTION KEY ............................................... 38
DELETING THE ENCRYPTION KEY (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 MODELS ONLY) ............ 38
PASSWORD PROTECTION (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 MODELS ONLY) ................... 38
SIGNALING ...................................................................... 39
QUIET TALK (QT)/ DIGITAL QUIET TALK (DQT)................................ 39
OPTIONAL SIGNALING <TK-5210/ TK-5310 ONLY> ........................... 40
VOICE OPERATED TRANSMISSION (VOX) .................................. 41
VOX GAIN LEVEL ............................................................. 41
VOX OPERATION .............................................................. 42
CLOCK (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 MODELS ONLY)................................... 43
CLOCK ADJUSTMENT ........................................................... 43
ADVANCED OPERATIONS ..................................................... 44
BACKGROUND OPERATIONS ................................................. 51
TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT) ...................................................... 51
BATTERY SAVER ............................................................... 51
LOW BATTERY WARNING ...................................................... 52
SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 MODELS ONLY) .............. 52
COMPANDER .................................................................. 53
BUSY CHANNEL LOCKOUT (BCL) .............................................. 53
OUT OF RANGE ................................................................ 53
SITE TRUNKING ............................................................... 54
CONTROL CHANNEL HUNT ...................................................... 54
VOICE ANNUNCIATION .......................................................... 54
PTT ID ...................................................................... 54
VGS-1 OPTIONAL VOICE GUIDE & STORAGE UNIT ....................... 55
VOICE RECORDER (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 MODELS ONLY) .......................... 55
VOICE GUIDE .................................................................. 56
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UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT
Note: The following unpacking instructions are for use by your
KENWOOD dealer, an authorized KENWOOD service facility, or
the factory.
Carefully unpack the transceiver. We recommend that you
identify the items listed in the following table before discarding
the packing material. If any items are missing or have
been damaged during shipment, file a claim with the carrier
immediately.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
Belt clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Screws for belt clip (3 x 8 mm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Universal connector cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Dressing screw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Packing (preassembled) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Quick reference card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Instruction manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Belt clip + screws Universal connector cap
+ Dressing screw
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PREPARATION
BATTERY PACK PRECAUTIONS
Do not use battery packs or battery chargers not recommended
by KENWOOD.
Do not recharge the battery pack if it is already fully charged.
Doing so may cause the life of the battery pack to shorten or the
battery pack may be damaged.
After charging the battery pack, disconnect it from the charger.
If the charger power is reset (turned ON after being turned
OFF), recharging will start again and the battery pack will
become overcharged.
Do not use the transceiver while charging the battery pack.
We recommend you switch the transceiver power OFF while
charging is taking place.
Do not charge the battery pack when the battery pack or
transceiver is wet, to avoid the risk of fire or damage. Wipe
the water from the battery pack or transceiver using a dry cloth
before charging.
Do not short the battery terminals or dispose of the battery by
fire.
Never attempt to remove the casing from the battery pack.
Charging the Battery Pack
For charging procedures, refer to the battery charger
Instruction Manual.
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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 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.
DANGER
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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.
DANGER
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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.
DANGER
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Using the Li-ion Battery Pack
Charge the battery pack before using it.
To keep the battery discharge at a minimum, remove the
battery pack from the equipment when it is not in use. Store
the battery pack in a cool and dry location.
When storing the battery pack for a long period:
1 Remove the battery pack from the equipment.
2 Discharge the battery pack, if possible.
3 Store the battery pack in a cool (below 25°C/ 77°F) and dry
location.
Characteristics of the Li-ion Battery Pack
As the battery pack is charged and discharged repeatedly, the
battery capacity decreases.
Even if the battery pack is unused, the battery pack degrades.
It takes a longer time to charge the battery pack in cooler
areas.
The life of battery pack is shortened when it is charged and
discharged in hotter areas. When the battery pack is stored in
a hot location, the battery pack degrades quicker. Do not leave
the battery pack in vehicles or near heating appliances.
When the battery pack operating time becomes short, even
if it is fully charged, replace the battery pack. Continuing to
charge and discharge the battery pack may result in electrolyte
leakage.
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INSTALLING/ REMOVING THE (OPTIONAL) BATTERY PACK
1 Match the guides of the
battery pack with the
corresponding grooves on the
upper rear of the transceiver,
then firmly press the battery
pack to lock it in place.
Note:
To lift the battery pack safety catch, use a piece of hardened
plastic or metal, such as a screwdriver, that is no more than
6 mm wide and 1 mm thick. It is imperative that you place the
implement under only the lip of the safety catch so that you do
not damage the release latch.
Before charging a battery pack that is attached to the
transceiver, ensure that the safety catch is firmly closed.
2 Lock the safety catch to
prevent accidentally pressing
the release latch and
removing 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.
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Optional
antenna
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.
Binding screws
Belt clip
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.
INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP
If necessary, attach the belt clip
using the two supplied 3 x 8 mm
binding 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.
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INSTALLING THE CAP OVER THE UNIVERSAL CONNECTOR
1 If you are not using an
optional speaker/ microphone
or headset, install the cap
over the universal connector.
2 Secure the cap in place using
the dressing screw.
Universal
connector cap
Dressing
screw
INSTALLING THE (OPTIONAL) SPEAKER/ MICROPHONE OR HEADSET
Optional
Speaker/ Microphone
1 Insert the guide of the
speaker/ microphone or
headset connector into
the groove of 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.
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GETTING ACQUAINTED
A
B
C
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MIC
Microphone Speaker
There are 3 model types available:
K/K4 models: Basic models.
K2/K5/K7 models:
Equipped with a display and 4-key keypad (A, B, <C, and D>).
K3/K6 models: Equipped with a display and full keypad.
The above illustration displays the K3/K6 models.
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q Power switch/ Volume control
Turn clockwise to switch the transceiver ON. Rotate to
adjust the volume. Turn counterclockwise fully to switch the
transceiver OFF.
w Selector knob
Rotate this control to activate its programmable function
{page 15}. The default setting is Channel Select.
e Concentric switch
Rotate this switch to activate one of its programmable
functions {page 15}.
r Transmit/ Receive/ Battery low indicator
Lights red while transmitting, green while receiving (on
Conventional channels only), and orange when receiving
an encoded call (i.e. 2-tone, DTMF signaling, etc.). Flashes
red when the battery power is low while transmitting.
Replace or recharge the battery pack when the battery
power is low.
Note: This indicator can be disabled by your dealer.
t Lever switch
Switch the toggle position to activate its programmable
function {page 15}. The O position turns the function ON.
The position turns the function OFF.
y Auxiliary (orange) key
Press to activate its programmable function {page 15}.
u Safety catch
Lock this catch to avoid accidentally pressing the release
latch and removing the battery pack {page 7}.
i Release latch
Press the release latch to unlock and remove the battery
pack {page 7}.
o Side 1 key
Press to activate its programmable function {page 15}.
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!0 PTT (Push-To-Talk) switch
Press and hold this switch, then speak into the microphone
to call a station.
!1 Side 2 key
Press to activate its programmable function {page 15}. Acts
as an Up key for certain transceiver settings.
!2 Side 3 key
Press to activate its programmable function {page 15}. Acts
as a Down key for certain transceiver settings.
!3 Display (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 models only)
Refer to the display on page 13.
!4 A key (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 models only)
Press to activate its programmable function {page 15}. The
programmed name appears on the bottom of the display.
!5 B key (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 models only)
Press to activate its programmable function {page 15}. The
programmed name appears on the bottom of the display.
!6 <C key (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 models only)
Press to activate its programmable function {page 15}. The
programmed name appears on the bottom of the display.
Also acts as a Down key for certain transceiver settings.
!7 D> key (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 models only)
Press to activate its programmable function {page 15}. The
programmed name appears on the bottom of the display.
Also acts as an Up key for certain transceiver settings.
!8 Keypad (K3/K6 models only)
Press the keys on the keypad to send DTMF tones. The
keypad keys can also be programmed with secondary
functions {page 15} if a programmable function keys is
programmed as Function.
!9 Universal connector
Connect the (optional) speaker/ microphone here.
Otherwise, keep the supplied cap in place.
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DISPLAY (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 MODELS ONLY)
Indicator Description
The number of bars indicates the strength of
incoming signals. The antenna plus 3 bars
represents a strong signal while only the antenna
represents a weak signal. No antenna means
no signal is present. On Trunking channels, the
antenna indicator flashes while searching for a
control channel.
Appears when the current zone (left icon) or
channel (right icon) is added to the scanning
sequence.
Appears when you are using Scan mode.
Appears when the current channel is programmed
as a Priority channel. “P1” represents Priority
channel 1. “P2” represents Priority channel 2.
“PP” represents priority channels 1 and 2.
Appears when low transmit power is selected. “HI”
appears when using high transmit power.
Appears when the key lock function is activated.
Appears when there is a message stored in
the transceiver memory. Flashes when a new
message has arrived.
Displays the current battery power status.
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Indicator Description
Displays various characters depending on dealer
settings.
Appears when the VOX function is activated.
Appears when the Talk Around function is
activated.
Appears when the internal compander function is
active.
Appears when the Operator Selectable Tone
function is activated.
Appears when you have entered a Tactical Group
zone.
Appears when the Monitor or Squelch Off function
is activated.
Appears when the Scrambler/ Encryption function
is activated.
Appears when the vibrator function is activated.
Appears when the auxiliary function is activated.
Appears when the Auto Recording function on the
VGS-1 option is activated.
Displays the operating zone and channel number
or channel name. Also displays various text
messages depending on the function being used.
Displays the functions of the A, B, <C, and D>
keys. Abbreviated function names appear by the
full function names in the descriptions starting on
page 44. Additionally, the following key functions
are available: (up), (down), SET (set),
DEL (delete), ESC (escape), CAN (cancel),
BAK (back), YES (yes), NO (no), MNU (to menu),
and TOP (to top of display).
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PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS
Refer to the following tables to determine which functions are
available for appropriate channels. Function descriptions start
on page 44. Please contact your dealer for further details on
these functions.
Con FM: Channels set up for Conventional FM Operation
Con P25: Channels set up for Conventional P25 Operation
Trunk P25: Channels set up for Trunking P25 Operation
: Available
Mix: Mixed Mode (Con FM and Con P25) only
N/A: Not Available
Programmable Function Con FM Con P25 Trunk
P25
2-tone 1,2 Mix N/A
Autodial 2Mix
AUX ✓✓
Battery Status ✓✓
Call Response Mix N/A
Channel Down ✓✓
Channel Recall ✓✓
Channel Select 3✓✓
Channel Up ✓✓
Clock 2✓✓
Direct Channel 1 ~ 5 ✓✓
Display Character 2✓✓
Emergency 4✓✓
External Speaker ✓✓
Function ✓✓
GPS Position Display ✓✓
Home Channel ✓✓
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Programmable Function Con FM Con P25 Trunk
P25
Individual 2Mix ✓✓
Key Delete 2Mix ✓✓
Key Lock ✓✓
Keyset 2,5 Mix N/A
Light 2✓✓
Low Transmit Power ✓✓
Monitor ✓✓
N/A
Monitor Momentary ✓✓
N/A
None ✓✓
Operator Selectable Tone 2Mix N/A
OST Down 2Mix N/A
OST Up 2Mix N/A
Playback 6✓✓
Regroup Request N/A N/A
Rekey Request 2,5 Mix N/A
Scan ✓✓
Scan Delete ✓✓
Scan Program 1,2 ✓✓
Scrambler/ Encryption ✓✓
Scrambler/ Encryption Code 2✓✓
Selcall 1,2,7 Mix N/A
Selcall + Status 1,2,7 Mix N/A
Send the GPS Data 1,7 Mix N/A
Site Lock N/A N/A
Speaker Attenuation 8✓✓
Squelch Level 2Mix N/A
Squelch Off Mix N/A
Squelch Off Momentary Mix N/A
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Programmable Function Con FM Con P25 Trunk
P25
Status 1,2,7 Mix
System Search N/A N/A
Tactical Group 1Mix N/A
Talk Around ✓✓
Talkgroup 2Mix N/A
Tone ✓✓
Vibrator 1✓✓
VOX ✓✓
Zeroize ✓✓
Zone Down ✓✓
Zone Select 9✓✓
Zone Up ✓✓
1 2-tone, Scan Program, Selcall, Selcall Status, Status, Send the GPS
Data, Tactical Group, and Vibrator are available only on the TK-5210/
TK-5310.
2 2-tone, Autodial, Clock, Display Character, Individual, Key Delete,
Keyset, Light, Operator Selectable Tone, OST Down, OST Up, Rekey
Request, Scan Program, Scrambler/ Encryption Code, Selcall, Selcall
Status, Squelch Level, Status, and Talkgroup are available only on
K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 model transceivers.
3 Channel Select can be programmed only on the Selector knob.
4 Emergency can be programmed only on the Auxiliary (orange) key
and the optional speaker/ microphone PF1 (orange) key.
5 Keyset and Rekey Request can be used when set as P25 OTAR.
6 Playback is available only if the VGS-1 optional board has been
installed.
7 Selcall, Selcall + Status, Send the GPS data, and Status cannot be
used when the transmit mode is set as Conventional P25.
8 Speaker Attenuation can be programmed only on the microphone
programmable function keys.
9 Zone Select can be programmed only on the Selector knob, the
Concentric switch, and the Lever switch.
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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 to
switch the transceiver OFF.
Transceiver Password
K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 model transceivers may be password
protected. If the transciever is protected, “INPUT
PASSWORD” will appear on the display when the power
is turned ON. To unlock the transceiver, enter the correct
password:
1 Enter a character using the Side 2 and Side 3 keys.
On K3/K6 model transceivers, you can enter the password
by pressing the DTMF keys instead.
2 Press SET (D> key) to accept the character.
This step is unnecessary when using the keypad.
3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to enter the entire password.
• Press DEL (B key) to delete an incorrectly entered
character. Press and hold DEL to delete all characters.
4 Press CNF (A key) 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.
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ADJUSTING THE VOLUME
Rotate the Power switch/ Volume control to adjust the volume.
Clockwise increases the volume and counterclockwise
decreases it.
SELECTING A ZONE AND CHANNEL
Select the desired zone using the selector knob or the keys
programmed as Zone Up/ Zone Down. Each zone contains a
group of channels
Select the desired channel using the selector knob or the keys
programmed as Channel Up/ Channel Down. Each channel
is programmed with settings for transmitting and receiving.
The default setting for the selector knob is Channel Select.
K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 model transceivers may have names
programmed for zones and channels. Each name can contain
up to 16 character. While selecting a zone, the zone name will
appear above the channel name for approximately 2 seconds.
If programmed by your dealer, your transceiver will announce the
zone and channel numbers as you change them.
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TRANSMITTING
For Trunking channels, refer to “Making Group Calls” and
“Making Individual Calls” on the following pages.
1 Select the desired zone and channel using the selector
knob and the Zone Up/ Zone Down or Channel Up/
Channel Down keys.
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.
The LED indicator lights red while transmitting and green while
receiving a signal. This indicator can also be disabled by your
dealer.
For best sound quality at the receiving station, hold the
microphone approximately 1.5 inches (3 ~ 4 cm) from your
mouth.
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Making Group Calls (P25)
Channels programmed for Conventional P25 and Trunking
P25 operation already have a Group ID assigned. For
these channels, simply press and hold the PTT switch to
make the call.
On Trunking channels, if the traffic channel is busy, a busy
message appears and the busy tone sounds. Release the
PTT switch and wait for the channel to become free. When the
traffic channel becomes free, a proceed tone sounds.
Otherwise, on K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 model transceivers, if a key
has been programmed with Talkgroup (Conventional P25
only), you can select a group ID from the list to make a call
to those parties. To select a group ID:
1 Press the key programmed as Talkgroup.
2 Press the Side 2 and Side 3 keys or the <C and D>
keys to select a group ID/name from the list that has
been pre-entered into your transceiver.
The target group ID/name appears on the display.
3 Press the Side 1 key to set the selected group ID.
4 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 (P25) (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 models only)
If a key has been programmed with Individual, you can
make calls to specified persons.
1 Press the key programmed as Individual.
2 Press the Side 2 and Side 3 keys to select a unit ID from
the list that has been pre-entered into your transceiver.
On K3/K6 model transceivers, you can enter a unit ID by
pressing the DTMF keypad instead.
The target unit ID/name appears on the display.
3 Press and hold the PTT switch to make the call.
Speak into the transceiver as you would during a normal
transmission.
On Trunking channels, a ringing tone will sound and the
display will alternate between the called unit ID/name and
“CALLING”.
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On Trunking channels, to end the call, press the Side 1
key or the keypad # key.
RECEIVING
1 Select the desired zone and channel using the selector
knob and the Zone Up/ Zone Down or Channel Up/
Channel Down keys. (If the Scan function has been
programmed, you can switch it on or off as desired.)
2 When you hear a caller’s voice, readjust the volume as
necessary.
If the vibrator function is on, the transceiver will vibrate when a
call is received.
If signaling has been programmed on the selected channel,
you will hear a call only if the signal tone matches the tone set
up on your transceiver.
Note: Signaling allows your transceiver to code your calls.
This will prevent you from listening to unwanted calls. It does
not make calls private, it only prevents them from being heard
by transceivers set with a different signaling code. Refer to
“SIGNALING” on page 39 for details.
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Receiving Group Calls (P25)
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 traffic channel to
receive the call.
Readjust the volume as necessary.
If the vibrator function is on, the transceiver will vibrate when a
call is received.
Receiving Individual Calls (P25)
When you receive an individual call on a Conventional
channel, a ringing tone will sound and on K2/K3/K5/K6/K7
model transceivers, the display will show the caller’s ID.
To respond to the call, press and hold the PTT switch and
speak into the transceiver as you would during a normal
transmission.
When you receive an individual call on a Trunking channel,
a ringing tone will sound and on K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 model
transceivers, the display will alternate between the caller’s
ID and “RECEIVING”. To receive the call, press the PTT
switch. To deny the call, press and hold
the Side 1 key or
the keypad # key.
After receiving the call, you can respond
to the call by pressing and holding the PTT switch and
speaking into the transceiver as you would during a normal
transmission. After the call is finished,
press the Side 1 key
or the keypad # key
to end the call.
If the vibrator function is on, the transceiver will vibrate when a
call is received.
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SCAN
Scan is useful for monitoring signals on the transceiver
channels. While scanning, the transceiver checks for a signal
on each channel and only stops on a channel if a signal is
present.
To begin scanning, press the key programmed as Scan.
On K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 model transceivers, the icon appears on
the display.
The channels included in the scan list are scanned.
When a signal is detected on a channel, Scan pauses on that
channel. The transceiver will remain on the busy channel until
the signal is no longer present. When the signal “drops out”, the
transceiver will remain on the channel momentarily before Scan
resumes. This delay time is programmed by your dealer. If a
signal is received during the delay time, the transceiver will remain
on the same channel.
To stop scanning, press the Scan key again.
Note: In order for Scan to operate, there must be at least 2
channels added to the scanning sequence. If there are less
channels than this, Scan will not operate.
TEMPORARY CHANNEL LOCKOUT
If a key is programmed with the Scan Delete function, each
channel can be locked out of the scan sequence manually.
During scan, you can temporarily remove specific channels
from the scanning sequence by selecting them and pressing
the Scan Delete key.
On K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 model transceivers, the icon no longer
appears on the display for that channel.
The channel is no longer scanned. However, when scanning is
ended and restarted, the channels will reset and the channel will
again be in the scanning sequence.
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PRIORITY SCAN
A Priority channel must be programmed in order for Priority
Scan to function.
When using a single Priority channel, the transceiver will
automatically change to the Priority channel when a call is
received on it, 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 automatically change to Priority
channel 1.
On K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 model transceivers, “P1” appears on the
display when the channel is Priority channel 1, “P2” appears when
the channel is Priority channel 2, and “PP” appears when the
channel is both Priority channel 1 and Priority channel 2.
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 Scan Revert channels:
Selected: The last channel selected is assigned as the
new revert channel.
Selected + Talkback: If the channel has been changed,
the newly selected channel is assigned as the new revert
channel. The transceiver “talks back” on the current
channel.
Priority 1/ Priority 2: If your dealer has programmed a
Priority channel (either Priority 1 or Priority 2), this channel
is the revert zone and channel.
Priority 1 + Talkback/ Priority2 + Talkback: If your
dealer has programmed a Priority channel (either Priority 1
or Priority 2), this channel is the revert zone and channel.
The transceiver “talks back” on the current receive channel.
Last Called: The last channel on which you made a call is
assigned as the new revert channel.
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SCAN PROGRAMMING (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 MODELS ONLY)
<TK-5210/ TK-5310 ONLY>
Note: Scan programming is only available when using
Conventional operation.
Conventional Operation
If Scan Type has been programmed for Conventional
operation, you are able to reprogram your scan list.
1 Press the key programmed as Scan Program.
• The icon appears on the display and blinks.
2 Press the Side 2 and Side 3 keys to select the zone or
channel you will add to or remove from the scan list.
• The icon appears on the display for zones/ channels
that are added to the scan list.
• Press the A key to toggle between Zone Select and
Channel Select.
3 Press the <C key to add the selected zone or channel to
the scan list or the B key to remove the selected zone
or channel from the scan list.
• The icon appears on the display when a zone/ channel
is added to the scan list, and disappears when a zone/
channel is removed from the scan list.
4 Press the Side 1 key to exit scan programming.
If the Priority channel has been set as Operator Selectable
by your dealer, you are also able to reprogram the Priority
mode.
1 Press the key programmed as Scan Program.
• The icon appears on the display and blinks.
2 Press and hold the A key for 2 seconds to edit the
Priority channel.
3 Press the Side 2 and Side 3 keys to select the channel
you will set as the Priority channel.
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4 Press the D> key to toggle the selected channel
between Priority and Normal.
“P1”, “P2”, or “PP” appears on the display when Priority
mode is selected.
5 Press the A key again to set the new channel setting.
6 Press the Side 1 key to exit scan programming.
Conventional Operation (Single Zone/ Multi-Zone)
If Scan Type has been programmed for Conventional
Single Zone or Conventional Multi-Zone operation, you are
able to reprogram the Priority mode.
1 Press the key programmed as Scan Program.
• The icon appears on the display and blinks.
2 Press the Side 2 and Side 3 keys to select the channel
you will set as the Priority channel.
3 Press the <C and D> keys to select your desired zone.
4 Press the D> key to toggle the selected channel
between Priority and Normal.
“P1”, “P2”, or “PP” appears on the display when Priority
mode is selected.
5 Press the A key again to set the new channel setting
and exit scan programming.
To exit without saving, press the Side 1 key.
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FleetSync: ALPHANUMERIC 2-WAY PAGING FUNCTION
<TK-5210/ TK-5310 ONLY >
FleetSync is an Alphanumeric 2-way Paging Function, and is
a protocol owned by JVC KENWOOD Corporation. FleetSync
enables a variety of paging functions on your transceiver, some
of which depend on dealer programming.
Note: This function is available only in Conventional FM Operation.
SELCALL (SELECTIVE CALLING)
A Selcall is a voice call to a particular station or to a group of
stations.
Transmitting (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 models only)
1 Select your desired zone and channel.
2 Press the key programmed as Selcall or Selcall +
Status to enter Selcall mode.
3 Press the Side 2 and Side 3 keys to select the ID of the
station you want to call.
On K3/K6 model transceivers, if Manual Dialing is enabled,
you can enter the station ID by using the DTMF keypad.
4 Press the PTT switch and begin your conversation.
Alternatively, you can press the <C key to page the
selected station, rather than making a voice call.
Receiving
An alert tone will sound and the transceiver will
automatically enter Selcall Mode.
On K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 model transceivers, the calling station’s
ID will appear when a Selcall is received. When the call
station’s ID appears on the display, you can respond to
the call by pressing the PTT switch and speaking into the
microphone.
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Identifi cation Codes
An ID code is a combination of a 3-digit Fleet number and
a 4-digit ID number. Each transceiver must have its own
Fleet and ID number.
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).
Select “ALL” Fleet and “ALL” ID to make a call to all units
(Broadcast call).
Note: The ID range may be limited by programming.
STATUS MESSAGE (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 MODELS ONLY)
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 can be stored in the
stack memory of your transceiver. These saved messages
can be reviewed after reception. Depending on your dealer
settings, when the stack memory is full, either the oldest
message will be erased when a new message is received or
the new message will not be stored in the stack memory. The
icon lights when a message is stored in the stack memory.
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Transmitting
1 Select your desired zone and channel.
2 Press the key programmed as Status to enter Status
mode or Selcall + Status to enter Selcall mode.
When using the Status key to enter Status mode, the
station ID is fixed and cannot be selected. Skip to step 5
to continue.
3 In Selcall mode, press the Side 2 and Side 3 keys to
select the ID of the station you want to call.
If Manual Dialing is enabled, you can enter the station ID
by using the DTMF keypad.
4 Press the A key to enter Status Mode.
5 Press the Side 2 and Side 3 keys to select the status ID
you want to transmit.
If Manual Dialing is enabled, you can enter a status ID by
using the DTMF keypad.
6 Press the PTT switch or the <C key to initiate the Status
call.
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.
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Reviewing Messages in the Stack Memory
1 Press and hold the key programmed as Selcall, Status,
or Selcall + Status for 1 second to enter Stack mode.
The last received message is displayed with the message
number.
2 Press the Side 2 and Side 3 keys to select the desired
message.
3 Press the Side 1 key to return to normal operation.
To delete the selected message, press the B or # key. To
confirm the deletion, press the B or # key again.
To delete all messages, press and hold the B or # key for
1 second. To confirm the deletion, press the B or # key
again.
SHORT MESSAGES
To send a short message, you must connect the transceiver to
a PC. Ask your dealer for details.
Short messages can contain a maximum of 48 characters.
On K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 model transceivers, received short messages
are displayed the same as Status messages and are stored in the
same stack memory. A combined maximum of 15 Status calls and
short messages can be stored in the stack memory.
LONG MESSAGES
To send and receive long messages, you must connect the
transceiver to a PC. Ask your dealer for details.
Long messages can contain a maximum of 4096 characters.
GPS REPORT
To send your location data, you must first connect a GPS
microphone to the transceiver. GPS data can be transmitted
using 1 of 5 methods: auto transmission, upon request, manual
transmission, upon pressing/releasing the PTT switch, and
during emergency mode. Ask your dealer for details.
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DTMF (DUAL TONE MULTI FREQUENCY) CALLS
Note: DTMF calls can be made only in Conventional FM
Operation.
MAKING A DTMF CALL
Manual Dialing (K3/K6 models only)
1 Press and hold the PTT switch.
2 Enter the desired digits using the DTMF keypad.
The corresponding DTMF tones sound each time you
press a key.
If you release the PTT switch, transmit mode will end even
if the complete number has not been sent.
Keypad Auto PTT (K3/K6 models only)
If your dealer has activated the Keypad Auto PTT function,
simply press the keys on the keypad to make the call.
The DTMF code will be sent automatically when you press a
key.
Store & Send (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 models only)
1 Enter the desired digits using the DTMF keypad.
The digits appear on the display as you enter them.
On K2/K5/K7 model tranceivers, you can enter digits by
using the Side 2 and Side 3 keys. Press these keys to
cycle through the DTMF digits.
You can enter up to 31 digits before transmitting.
2 After entering the complete number, press the PTT
switch to transmit.
Note: If you switch the power OFF before transmitting the
number, the number will be cleared.
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AUTODIAL (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 MODELS ONLY)
Autodial allows you to quickly call DTMF numbers that have
been programmed onto your transceiver.
1 Press the key programmed as Autodial.
The first entry in the Autodial list appears on the display.
2 Press the Side 2 and Side 3 keys or enter the appropriate
DTMF number (01 ~ 32) to select your desired Autodial list
number.
The stored entry appears on the display.
3 Press the PTT switch to make the call.
Alternatively, you can press the <C key to transmit the selected
DTMF number, rather than making a call.
STUN CODE <TK-5210/ TK-5310 ONLY>
This function is used when a transceiver is stolen or lost.
When the transceiver receives a call containing a stun code,
either transmit mode will be disabled, or both receive mode
and transmit mode will be disabled. The stun code is cancelled
when the transceiver receives a call with a revive code.
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TRUNKING CALLS
MAKING A TELEPHONE CALL
Manual Dialing (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 models only)
1 Press the key programmed as Autodial.
The last called unit appears on the display.
• Press the A key to switch the display between the unit
name and the list number.
2 Press and hold the A key to enter Store & Send mode.
3 Enter your desired number using the DTMF keys.
Alternatively, you can select a digit by using the Side 1
and Side 2 keys or by rotating the selector knob, and then
set the selected digit by pressing the D> key. Repeat this
process to enter the entire number.
4 Press the PTT switch to make the call.
Alternatively, you can press the <C key to page the
selected unit, rather than making a call.
Selecting a Number from the List (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 models
only)
1 Press the key programmed as Autodial.
The last called unit appears on the display.
• Press the A key to switch the display between the unit
name and the list number.
2 Press the Side 2 and Side 3 keys to select your desired
list number.
3 Press the PTT switch to make the call.
Alternatively, you can press the <C key to page the
selected unit, rather than making a call.
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RECEIVING A TELEPHONE CALL
1 When a call is received, a ringing tone will sound and
“PHONE CALL” will appear on the display.
If the vibrator function is on, the transceiver will vibrate when a
call is received.
2 Press and hold the PTT switch to speak, and release it to
receive.
Only one person can speak at a time.
MAKING A STATUS CALL
1 Select your desired zone and channel.
2 Press the key programmed as Status to enter Status
mode.
3 Press the Side 2 and Side 3 keys to select the status ID
you want to transmit.
4 Press the PTT switch or the <C key to initiate the Status
call.
After the status call has been successfully received by the
called unit, “COMPLETE” appears on the display.
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EMERGENCY CALLS
If your transceiver has been programmed with the Emergency
function, you can make emergency calls.
Note: Only the Auxiliary (orange) key and the PF1 (orange) key
of the optional speaker/ microphone can be programmed with the
Emergency function.
1 Press and hold the key programmed as Emergency.
Depending on the delay time programmed into your
transceiver, the length of time you must hold the Emergency
key will vary.
When the transceiver enters Emergency mode, the transceiver
will change to the Emergency channel and begin transmitting
based on how the transceiver is set up by your dealer.
Transmit periods are also set by your dealer.
2 To exit Emergency mode, press and hold 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
Emergency mode starts and stops
Your dealer can set the transceiver to emit tones and received
signals as normal or mute the speaker during Emergency
operation.
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SCRAMBLER (FM) <TK-5210/ TK-5310 ONLY>/
ENCRYPTION (P25)
Note:
The Scrambler function can be used only in Conventional FM
Operation. Additionally, the Voice Scrambler board must be
installed before this function can be activated.
Ask your dealer for details concerning the Voice Scrambler
board and the Encryption DES/AES settings.
SECURE (ENCRYPTED) TRANSMISSION
Press the key programmed as Scrambler/ Encryption to
switch the transceiver to secure (encrypted) transmission.
On K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 model transceivers, the icon appears when
the Scrambler or Encryption function is turned ON.
• Pressing the PTT switch after the Scrambler or Encryption function
has been turned ON encrypts the transmitted signal.
Each group member must activate their respective Scrambler/
Encryption functions to descramble the received signals.
SELECTING THE SCRAMBLER CODE
1 Press the key programmed as Scrambler/ Encryption
Code (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 models only) or press and hold the
key programmed as Scrambler/ Encryption for 1 second,
to enter Code Selection Mode.
2 Press the Side 2 and Side 3 keys or the D> and <C keys to
increase or decrease the Scrambler code.
There are 16 available Scrambler codes (1 ~ 16).
Each group member must use the same code in order for the
transceivers to descramble the received signals.
3 Press the Side 1 key to set the new Scrambler code.
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SELECTING THE ENCRYPTION KEY
1 Press the key programmed as Scrambler/ Encryption
Code (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 models only) or press and hold the
key programmed as Scrambler/ Encryption for 1 second,
to enter Key Selection Mode.
2 Select the new Encryption key using the Side 2 and Side 3
keys or the <C and D> keys.
There are 16 available Encryption keys (1 ~ 16).
When a call is received, the transceiver will descramble the call
as long as the received code is in the encryption list.
3 Press the Side 1 key to set the new Encryption key.
Note: To return the transceiver to the default Encryption key
programmed, select “PRESET”. However, if you delete the
Encryption key (see below), it will not be recovered.
DELETING THE ENCRYPTION KEY (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 MODELS ONLY)
1 Press the key programmed as Key Delete to enter Key
Delete mode.
2 Select the current Encryption key using the Side 2 and
Side 3 keys or the <C and D> keys.
3 Press the B key to delete the Encryption key.
4 Press the Side 1 key to exit Key Delete mode.
Note: To delete all Encryption keys (when more than one key has
been set up), select “ALL”.
PASSWORD PROTECTION (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 MODELS ONLY)
If the transceiver is password protected, entering an incorrect
password successively 15 times will automatically delete all the
Encryption keys.
Turning the transceiver power OFF and the ON again will not reset
the number of attempts for entering an incorrect password.
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SIGNALING
Note: Signaling can be used only in Conventional FM Operation.
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.
When a channel is set up with a QT tone or DQT code, squelch
will only open when a call containing a matching tone or code is
received. Likewise, signals that you transmit will only be heard
by parties whose QT/ DQT signaling matches your transceiver.
If a call containing a different tone or code is made on the
same channel you are using, squelch will not open and you will
not hear the call. This allows you to ignore (not hear) these
calls. Although it may seem like you have your own private
channel while using QT/ DQT, other parties can still hear your
calls if they set up their transceiver with the same tone or code.
Operator Selectable Tone (OST) (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 models only)
If a key has been programmed with Operator Selectable
Tone, you can reprogram the QT tone or DQT code on
each of your channels.
1 Select your desired channel.
2 Press and hold the key programmed as Operator
Selectable Tone for 1 second.
• The icon appears on the display.
3 Press the Side 2 and Side 3 keys or the D> and <C
keys to select your desired tone or code from 1 to 40.
4 Press the Side 1 key to save your new setting.
After selecting and setting up your desired tone or code,
press the Operator Selectable Tone key to activate the OST
function. Press this key again to turn the OST function OFF.
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OPTIONAL SIGNALING <TK-5210/ TK-5310 ONLY>
Your dealer may also program several types of option 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
Refert to “SELCALL (SELECTIVE CALLING)” on page 28.
MDC-1200 Signaling
MDC-1200 is a data system using Audio Frequency Keying
(AFSK).
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VOICE OPERATED TRANSMISSION (VOX)
VOX can be activated or deactivated by your dealer. VOX
operation allows you to transmit hands-free. This feature can
only be used if you are using a supported headset.
When operating VOX, you must set a VOX Gain level. This
setting allows the transceiver to recognize sound levels. If
the microphone is too sensitive, it will begin transmitting when
there is noise in the background. If it is not sensitive enough, it
will not pick up your voice when you begin speaking. Be sure
to adjust the VOX Gain level to an appropriate sensitivity to
allow smooth transmission.
VOX GAIN LEVEL
1 Connect the headset to the transceiver.
The VOX function does not activate when a headset is not
connected to the accessory terminal of the transceiver.
2 Press the key programmed as VOX.
On K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 model transceivers, the current VOX Gain
level appears on the display.
3 Press the Side 2 and Side 3 keys or the D> and <C keys to
increase or decrease the VOX Gain level.
The VOX Gain can be adjusted from levels 1 to 10.
4 While adjusting the gain level, speak into the headset
microphone as you would while under normal operation, to
test the sensitivity level.
When the microphone recognizes a sound, the LED lights
orange. This allows you to determine a suitable level where
background noise will not activate VOX operation while
speaking into the microphone will activate it.
The transceiver does not transmit your voice during this test
procedure.
5 Press the Side 1 key to save the setting.
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VOX OPERATION
1 Connect the headset to the transceiver.
The VOX function does not activate when a headset is not
connected to the accessory terminal of the transceiver.
2 Press and hold the key programmed as VOX for 2 seconds.
On K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 model transceivers, the icon appears
on the display.
3 To transmit, simply speak into the microphone.
The transceiver recognizes sound levels depending on the
VOX Gain level. If the microphone is too sensitive, it will begin
transmitting when there is noise in the background. If it is
not sensitive enough, it will not pick up your voice when you
begin speaking. Be sure to adjust the VOX Gain level to an
appropriate sensitivity to allow smooth transmission.
4 When you finish speaking, the transceiver automatically
returns to receive mode.
Depending on the pre-programmed delay time, it may take a
moment before returning to receive mode. The delay time is
present to ensure that the end of your conversation is not cut
off when you finish speaking.
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
the VOX function is switched ON and the VOX Gain Level is
configured to a higher, more sensitive level, louder received
signals may cause the transceiver to start transmission.
When you operate the VOX function, you must use an optional
KHS-11BL, KHS-14, KHS-15-BH, or KHS-15-OH accessory.
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CLOCK (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 MODELS ONLY)
If activated by your dealer, your transceiver can track the time
with its built-in clock. The time will display momentarily when
the transceiver power is turned ON. Additionally, you can view
the clock any time by pressing the key programmed as Clock.
Note: Removing or leaving the battery pack uncharged for
extended periods will cause the clock time to clear.
CLOCK ADJUSTMENT
To set the time:
1 With the transceiver power OFF, press and hold the
Auxiliary (orange) key and the PTT switch while turning
the transceiver power ON.
The current time setting appears.
2 Release the Auxiliary (orange) key, followed by the PTT
switch.
3 Press the Side 2 and Side 3 keys or the D> and <C keys to
increase or decrease the year setting.
4 Press the A key to set the year.
The transceiver cycles to the month setting.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to set the month, day, hour, and
minute.
6 Turn the transceiver power OFF and then back ON to return
to normal operation.
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ADVANCED OPERATIONS
Your transceiver operations vary according to the functions
that your dealer has programmed onto the transceiver keys.
Following is brief overview of the programmable functions.
Refer to those functions which have been programmed onto
your transceiver.
2-tone (2TN) <TK-5210/ TK-5310 only>
Press this key to display the list of 2-tone codes that has
been pre-stored in your transceiver memory. While viewing
the 2-tone list, press the Side 2 and Side 3 keys to select
your desired code, then press the PTT switch to make the
call.
• Autodial (AD)
Refer to “AUTODIAL” on page 33.
• AUX (AUX)
Press this key to toggle the auxiliary port ON and OFF.
When toggled on, the optional feature connected to the
auxiliary port will be activated, and on K2/K3/K5/K6/K7
model transceivers, the icon will appear on the display.
Battery Status (BAT) <TK-5210/ TK-5310 only>
Press this key to view the battery power status. Battery
status is represented by the number of times the LED
indicator flashes red. Five flashes represents high power,
4 represents medium power, 3 represents low power, and
2 represents very low power. If the LED flashes red only
1 time, recharge or replace your battery pack immediately.
When the Low Battery Warning function is active {page 52}
and the battery power is low, this key will not operate.
Call Response (RES)
Press this key to respond to a private call. When an
Individual Call is received, the Alert tone stops.
Channel Down (CH)
Press this key to decrease the channel number {page 19}.
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• Channel Recall (RCL)
Press this key during Scan to return to the last called zone
and channel.
• Channel Select
Turn the selector clockwise to increase the channel number
and counterclockwise to decrease it {page 19}.
• Channel Up (CH)
Press this key to increase the channel number {page 19}.
• Clock (CLK)
Refer to “CLOCK” on page 43.
Direct Channel 1 ~ 5 (DC1 ~ DC5)
Press 1 of these 5 keys to jump to a frequently used zone
and channel (pre-programmed by your dealer). If activated
by your dealer, you can set your own Direct Channels by
selecting your desired zone and channel, then pressing and
holding the Direct Channel 1 ~ 5 key for 3 seconds.
Display Character (CHR)
Press this key to switch the display between the zone and
channel number and the channel name.
• Emergency
Refer to “EMERGENCY CALLS” on page 36.
External Speaker (ESP)
Press this key to switch the speaker from the transceiver’s
built-in speaker to an optional external speaker.
• Function (FNC)
Press this key, then press a programmable key to activate
its secondary function.
GPS Position Display (GPP)
Press this key when the GPS unit has been installed to
display your location data.
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Home Channel (HOM)
Press this key to jump to your home zone and channel
(pre-programmed by your dealer). If activated by your
dealer, you can set your own Home Channel by selecting
your desired zone and channel, then pressing and holding
the Home Channel key for 3 seconds.
• Individual (IDV)
Refer to “Making Individual Calls” on page 22.
• Keyset (KST)
Press this key to change the Keyset stored in a Secure
Cryptographic Module (SCM).
Key Delete (KDL)
Refer to “DELETING THE ENCRYPTION KEY” on page 38.
Key Lock (LCK)
Press and hold this key for 1 second to lock the transceiver
keys. Press and hold the Key Lock key again to unlock
the keys. The PTT switch, Selector, Concentric switch,
and Toggle switch still function normally, and the following
functions can still be operated: Battery Status, Emergency,
Light, Monitor, Monitor Momentary, Squelch Off, Squelch Off
Momentary, Function, and Speaker Attenuation.
• Light (LIT)
Press this key to turn the display and keypad backlight
on. The backlight remains on for 5 seconds before
automatically turning off. While the backlight is on,
pressing any key other than the PTT switch, the Volume
control, or the Light key will reset the 5 second timer. To
manually turn the backlight off, press the Light key again.
If Auto backlight is activated by your dealer, the backlight
will activate by pressing any key other than the PTT switch
or the Volume control.
Low Transmit Power (LOW)
When using a channel programmed with high power, press
this key to change the output power to low. Press the Low
Transmit Power key again to return to high power.
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• Monitor (MON)
Press this key to turn the transceiver signaling off, to listen
to all calls that are received on the channel. Press the
Monitor key again to turn the transceiver signaling back on.
• Monitor Momentary (MON)
Press and hold this key to momentarily turn the transceiver
signaling off. Releasing this key turns the transceiver
signaling back on. While signaling is off, you can listen to
all calls that are received on the channel.
• None
No function has been programmed on the key.
Operator Selectable Tone (OST)
Refer to “QUIET TALK (QT)/ DIGITAL QUIET TALK (DQT)” on
page 39.
OST Down (OS)
Press this key to decrease the Operator Selectable Tone
number of your selected channel.
OST Up (OS)
Press this key to increase the Operator Selectable Tone
number of your selected channel.
• Playback (PLY)
Refer to “VGS-1 OPTIONAL VOICE GUIDE & STORAGE
UNIT” on page 55.
• Regroup Request (RGP)
Press this key to send a request to the dispatcher to join
the talkgroup set up by the dispatcher. On K2/K3/K5/K6/K7
model transceivers, “Dyn. Regroup” appears on the display
when the transceiver joins the talkgroup.
Rekey Request (RKY)
Press this key to send a Hello Command (Rekey Request).
• Scan (SCN)
Refer to “SCAN” on page 24.
Scan Delete (DEL)
Refer to “TEMPORARY CHANNEL LOCKOUT” on page 24.
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Scan Program (SCP) <TK-5210/ TK-5310 only>
Refer to “SCAN PROGRAMMING” on page 26.
Scrambler/ Encryption (SE)
Refer to “SCRAMBLER (FM) <TK-5210/ TK-5310 only>/
ENCRYPTION (P25)” on page 37.
Scrambler/ Encryption Code (SEC)
Refer to “SCRAMBLER (FM) <TK-5210/ TK-5310 only>/
ENCRYPTION (P25)” on page 37.
Selcall (SEL) <TK-5210/ TK-5310 only>
Refer to “FleetSync: ALPHANUMERIC 2-WAY PAGING
FUNCTION” on page 28.
Selcall + Status (SES) <TK-5210/ TK-5310 only>
Refer to “FleetSync: ALPHANUMERIC 2-WAY PAGING
FUNCTION” on page 28.
Send the GPS data (GPS) <TK-5210/ TK-5310 only>
Press this key when the GPS unit has been installed to
send your positioning data to the base station.
Site Lock (SIT)
Press this key to lock the current site. The transceiver
cannot search for alternate sites, and on K2/K3/K5/K6/K7
model transceivers, “SITE LOCK” appears on the display.
Press and hold the Site Lock key for 2 seconds to unlock
the transceiver to allow roaming again.
• Speaker Attenuation
Press this microphone key to attenuate received voice
signals. This reduces the strength of the speaker output to
cut back any noise and distortion present in the signal.
Squelch Level (SQL)
Press this key to adjust the transceiver squelch level.
When adjusting the squelch level, use the Side 2 and
Side 3 keys or the D> and <C keys to increase and
decrease the squelch level from 0 (open) to 9 (tight). The
default setting is 5.
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Squelch Off (MON)
Press this key to turn the transceiver squelch off, to better
hear weak signals on the channel. Press the Squelch Off
key again to turn the transceiver squelch back on.
Squelch Off Momentary (MON)
Press and hold this key to momentarily turn the transceiver
squelch off. Releasing this key turns the transceiver
squelch back on. While squelch is off, you can better hear
weak signals on the channel.
Status (STS) <TK-5210/ TK-5310 only>
Refer to “FleetSync: ALPHANUMERIC 2-WAY PAGING
FUNCTION” on page 28 and “MAKING A STATUS CALL” on
page 35.
System Search (SRC)
Press this key to view the current Trunking site. With
the site displayed, press and hold the System Search
key again to enter Search mode. The transceiver begins
searching for a new site and on K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 model
transceivers, “SEARCH” appears on the display. When a
site is found, searching ends and the transceiver switches
to the new site.
Tactical Group (TAC) <TK-5210/ TK-5310 only>
Press and hold this key for 1 second to register the
selected channel as a Tactical Group channel. Press and
hold this key for 3 seconds to register all channels within
the current zone as Tactical Group channels.
Talk Around (TA)
Press this key to toggle Talk Around ON and OFF. Talk
Around redirects the transceiver signals directly to other
party members rather than relaying the signals through a
repeater.
• Talkgroup (TGR)
Refer to “MAKING GROUP CALLS” on page 21.
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• Tone (TON)
Press this key to toggle the transceiver audible tones ON
and OFF.
Vibrator (VIB) <TK-5210/ TK-5310 only>
Press and hold this key for 1 second to toggle the vibrator
function ON and OFF. When the vibrator is on, the
transceiver will vibrate when a call is received.
• VOX (VOX)
Refer to “VOICE OPERATED TRANSMISSION (VOX)” on
page 41.
• Zeroize (ZER)
Press and hold this key for the pre-programmed zeroize
delay time, to delete the Encryption key.
Zone Down (ZN)
Press this key to decrease the zone number {page 19}.
• Zone Select
Turn the selector clockwise to increase the zone number
and counterclockwise to decrease it {page 19}.
Zone Up (ZN)
Press this key to increase the zone number {page 19}.
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BACKGROUND OPERATIONS
Your dealer can activate a variety of transceiver functions to
perform without any additional operation on your part.
TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT)
The Time-out Timer can be activated only on Conventional
channels. It is used to prevent any caller from using a channel
for an extended period of time.
If you continuously transmit for a period of time that exceeds
the programmed time, the transceiver will stop transmitting and
an alert tone will sound. To stop the tone, release the PTT
switch. Your dealer can program the TOT time in the range of
15 seconds to 20 minutes.
If programmed by your dealer, a pre-alert tone will sound
before the timer expires. Also, if programmed by your dealer,
you may have to wait for a short duration before you can
continue to transmit. If you press the PTT switch before
the timer has been reset, an alert tone will sound and the
transceiver will not enter transmit mode.
BATTERY SAVER
The Battery Saver function can be activated only on
Conventional channels. When activated, this function
decreases the amount of power used when a signal is not
being received and no operations are being performed (no
keys are being pressed and no switches are being turned).
While the channel is not busy and no operation is performed for
5 seconds, Battery Saver activates. When a signal is received
or an operation is performed, Battery Saver is disabled.
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LOW BATTERY WARNING
Low Battery Warning alerts you when the battery needs to be
recharged.
On all transceivers, your dealer can set an alert tone to sound
and the LED indicator to blink red when the battery power
is low. On K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 model transceivers, 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 (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 MODELS
ONLY)
The signal strength indicator displays the strength of received
calls.
Strong signal
Sufficient signal
Weak signal
Very weak signal
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COMPANDER
The compander can be programmed only for specific
Conventional FM channels. If it has been programmed by your
dealer, transmitted signals are compressed before being sent
and received signals are expanded when they arrive.
Your dealer must set the compander for both the transmit side and
the receive side in order for the compander to operate.
On K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 model transceivers, the icon appears on
the display for when the compader activates.
This background feature allows higher clarity of signals,
avoiding excessive noise and interference. This feature is not
used on digital channels, as they are not susceptible to noise
and interference.
BUSY CHANNEL LOCKOUT (BCL)
On Conventional channels, if BCL is set up by your dealer, you
will be unable to transmit on the channel if it is already in use.
Under these circumstances, use a different channel or wait
until the channel becomes free.
However, if BCL Override has also 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 Release the PTT switch, then press and hold the PTT
switch again within half a second.
3 Speak into the transceiver as you would during a normal
call.
OUT OF RANGE
On Trunking channels, if set up by your dealer, the transceiver
will indicate when it is out of range. When it can no longer
communicate with any site, an out of range tone sounds and
on K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 model transceivers, “OUT OF RANGE”
appears on the display.
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SITE TRUNKING
On Trunking channels, if set up by your dealer, the transceiver
will indicate a network condition on the registered site. On K2/
K3/K5/K6/K7 model transceivers, “SITE TRUNK” appears on
the display when the transceiver receives a network disabled
message.
CONTROL CHANNEL HUNT
On Trunking channels, the transceiver must search for a
control channel. While searching for a control channel, no
signals can be received. The search begins automatically
when you change to a Trunking channel.
On K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 model transceivers, while hunting for a
channel, the antenna icon will flash. When a control channel
has been found, the antenna icon remains on the display without
flashing.
VOICE ANNUNCIATION
When changing the zone and/or channel, an audio voice will
announce the new zone and channel number. The Voice
Annunciation will not function when using the VGS-1 option
{page 55}. (Voice Annunciation can be enabled or disabled by
your dealer.)
PTT ID
PTT ID is the transceiver unique ID code which is sent each
time the PTT switch is pressed.
Note: PTT ID can be made only in FM Operation.
If Beginning of Transmit is set, the ID signal is transmitted
when you press the PTT switch.
If End of Transmit is set, the ID signal is transmitted when you
release the PTT switch.
If both are set, the ID signal is transmitted when you press and
release the PTT switch.
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VGS-1 OPTIONAL VOICE GUIDE & STORAGE UNIT
When using the optional VGS-1 voice guide & storage unit, you
gain access to the voice recorder and voice announcement
functions. Ask your dealer for details.
VOICE RECORDER (K2/K3/K5/K6/K7 MODELS ONLY)
The voice recorder provides you with an auto recorder to
record your conversations and a voice memo function to create
voice memos.
Auto Recording
If activated, the auto recording function will continuously
record all transmitted and received signals. The recording
storage area retains 30 seconds of recording, so all
transmitted and received signals are simultaneously
recorded and erased, leaving only the last 30 seconds of
recording in memory.
• The icon appears on the display when this function is
activated.
Voice Memos
To record a voice memo, for later playback:
1 Press and hold the key programmed as Playback for
1 second.
The duration of recording memory will appear on the
display and begin counting down.
2 Speak into the microphone to record your voice memo.
3 Press the Side 1 key to end the recording at any time
and store it into the transceiver memory.
If the memory becomes full, recording will stop
automatically and store the voice memo to memory.
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Playback
To play back a recorded conversation, memo, or message:
1 Press the key programmed as Playback to enter
Playback mode.
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 the Side 2 and Side 3 keys to select the channel
which you want to play back.
“AR” represents conversation records (auto recording).
“VM” represents voice memos.
3 The transceiver will announce the channel, then the
recording will automatically play back.
When the entire recording has been played, “END OF
MSG” is displayed.
To delete the selected recording, press the <C key. To
clear all the recorded data, press and hold the <C key. A
confirmation message will appear on the display. Press
the A or DTMF key to delete the recording(s) or any
other key to cancel.
VOICE GUIDE
When changing the zone and/or channel, an audio voice will
announce the new zone and channel number. Additionally,
when changing a function setting, an audio voice will announce
the new setting. (Voice announcements vary by dealer
setting.)
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 classified for
Occupational Use Only
. Occupational/ controlled
exposure limits are applicable to situations in which persons are exposed to RF energy as a consequence
of their employment, and such persons have been made aware of the potential for exposure and can
exercise control over their exposure. This means you can use the transceiver only if you are aware of
the potential hazards of operating a transceiver and are familiar in ways to minimize these hazards. This
transceiver is not intended for use by the general public in uncontrolled environments. Uncontrolled
environment exposure limits are applicable to situations in which the general public may be exposed to RF
energy, or in which the persons who are exposed as a consequence of their employment may not be fully
aware of the potential for exposure or cannot exercise control over their exposure.
The following list provides you with the information required to ensure that you are aware of RF
exposure and of how to operate this transceiver so that the FCC RF exposure limitations are not
exceeded.
While transmitting (holding the PTT switch or speaking with VOX enabled), always keep the antenna
and the radio at least 3 cm (1 3/16 inches) from your body or face, as well as from any bystanders. A
LED on the top of the radio shows red when the transmitter is operating in both PTT and VOX modes.
Do not transmit for more than 50% of the total transceiver use time; transmitting over 50% of the total use
time may exceed the limits in accordance to the FCC RF exposure requirements. Nominal transceiver
operation is 5% transmission time, 5% reception time, and 90% stand-by time.
Use only the specified antenna for this transceiver; this may be either the antenna provided with the
transceiver or another antenna authorized by KENWOOD.
Use only KENWOOD authorized accessories (antennas, battery packs, belt clips, Speaker/ Mics
or headsets etc.): When worn on the body, always place the radio in a KENWOOD recommended
clip or carrying case meant for this product. The use of other than recommended or approved
body- worn accessories may result in RF exposure levels which exceed the FCC’s occupational/
controlled environment RF exposure limits.
To ensure that your exposure to RF EME is within the FCC limits for occupational use, you must
observe and adhere to the above points.
Electromagnetic Interference Compatibility
Electronic devices are susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI) if they are not adequately
shielded or designed for electromagnetic compatibility. Because this transceiver generates RF
energy, it can cause interference to such equipment.
Turn OFF your transceiver where signs are posted to do so. Hospitals and health care facilities use
equipment that is sensitive to electromagnetic radiation.
Turn OFF your transceiver while on board an aircraft when so instructed. Use of the transceiver must
be in accordance with airline regulations and/or crew instructions. B59-2687-00

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