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1. Residential areas Up to 1 5 miles near buildings approximately 2 4 km In steel concrete reinforced Up to 200 000 square feet buildings approximately 18 580 m n high rises Up to 15 floors Note The listed ranges are based on field testing and may vary vvith your operating conditions FCC License INFORMATION Your KENWOOD radio operates on communications frequencies which are subject to FCC Federal Communications Commission Rules amp Regulations FCC Rules require that all operators using Private Land Mobile radio frequencies obtain a radio license before operating their equipment Application for license must be made on FCC form 601 FAX Forms can be obtained by fax from the FCC Fax On Demand system Call 1 202 418 0177 from your fax machine to request the documents MAIL Forms can be ordered by telephone and will be sent to you by first class mail Call the FCC Forms Hotline at 1 800 418 FORM 1 800 418 3676 INTERNET Form 601 and instructions can be downloaded from the FCC Forms website at Atto www fcc gov formpage imi Before filling out your Form 601 application Technical Data section you must decide which frequency or frequencies you will operate on Refer to the frequency chart on page 40 Questions Call the FCC for license application questions at 1 888 CALL FCC 1 888 225 5322 CHANNEL SPACING The ProTalk xus uses 12 5 kHz channel spacing as per the regulations of2. SEL 81 paar 2 Icon Description Appears when VOX is activated Appears when using low transmission power Appears when the channel is set up with a code Appears when Privacy Talk is activated This icon is not used on this transceiver Displays the approximate battery power remaining Blinks when the battery power is low Appears when Incoming Call Notification is set to vibrate Displays the channel number along with its QT DQT setting if it has been set Also displays various menus and menu settings Appears while monitoring a channel Appears when the transceiver keys are locked PREPARATION INSTALLING REMOVING THE BATTERY Pack The battery pack is not charged at the factory charge it before use pages 6 and 7 Average battery pack life using low power 12 hours Average battery pack life using high power 10 hours Average times are calculated using 5 transmit time 5 receive time and 90 standby time CAUTION 1 Do not short the battery terminals or dispose of the battery by fire Never attempt to remove the casing from the battery pack 1 Remove the battery cover from the rear of the transceiver by sliding it back and pulling it away from the transceiver body 2 Install the battery pack as shown in the diagram When removing the battery pack pull on the ribbon that is attached to the pack to dislodge the pack fro
3. 3 Press the A or V key to select bt n 4 Press the MENU key to select 0 battery indicator on to bt 2F battery indicator off 28 5 Press the PTT MON or CAL key to exit Setting Mode CaLLING ALERT TONES Calling alert tones are used to identify yourself to your party members You can set up a calling alert tone to one of 6 types If each party member uses a different calling alert tone it is easy to know who is making the call Pressing the CAL key before making a call will send your calling alert tone to your party members To set up your own calling alert tone 1 Turn the transceiver power OFF 2 Press and hold the MENU key while turning the transceiver power ON for 1 second 3 Press the A or V key to select nu r 4 Press the MENU key to select calling r alert tone 1 to 5 calling alert tone 6 Each time you press MENU to select a calling alert tone the new tone sounds 29 5 Press the PTT MON or CAL key to exit Setting Mode INCOMING CALL NOTIFICATION TYPE Note To use Incoming Call Notification you must set up a QT tone or a DQT code page 12 Incoming Call Notification is used to inform you of when a call is being received You can set this function to notify you via a tone or through vibrating When vibration is activated either with the vibration only setting or the vibration and to
4. Change the QT DQT settings Make sure all group members change the settings on their transceivers to match the new QT DQT setting Reset the transceiver as described on page 34
5. OFF Calling Alert Tone Tone 1 2 3 4 5 6 Tone 1 Lamp OFF ON Auto Auto Busy Channel Lockout OFF ON OFF Battery Indicator OFF ON ON Scan Function ON OFF OFF Time out Timer 3 10 minutes 3 minutes Beep ON OFF ON Battery Save ON OFF ON VOX Gain OFF 1 2 3 OFF VOX Delay Time 0 1 0 3 0 5 1 0 1 5 3 0 seconds 0 5 seconds VOX Busy Lockout ON OFF OFF TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Solution Cannot turn the transceiver power ON The batteries or battery pack may be dead Replace the batteries or recharge or replace the battery pack The battery pack may not be installed correctly Remove the battery pack and install it again Battery power dies shortly after charging The battery pack life is finished Replace the battery pack with a new one Cannot talk to or hear other members in your group Make sure you are using the same frequency and QT DQT setting as the other members in your group Other group members may be using Privacy Talk Turn on your transceiver s Privacy Talk Other group members may be too far away Make sure you are within range of the other transceivers Other voices besides group members are present on the channel The transceiver is malfunctioning for no apparent reason 42
6. r IU 1 ORIENTANI 2 PREPARATION NSTALLING REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERIES CHARGING THE BATTERY PAcCK NSTALLING REMOVING THE BELT HOOK INSTALLING REMOVING OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 8 TUS 9 QUIET TALK DIGITAL QUIET TALK 12 SCANNING THE CHANNELS 14 REVERTIC HANNES S EU P 16 MONITORING A 1 2222 17 VOICE ACTIVATED CONTROL VOX ge U VOX GAN 18 VOX DeLay TIME 2 19 OPERATION 20 VOX Busy Lockout 21 22 PERATINGEEATIURES m S 23 RANSMISSISNI e Ee s 23 23 SUBERIDOCKSSES 0006 24 SAP s s A sn 25 iMER 25 SAVE aa S EAE 27 BATMERVAINDIGATOR R S sa 28 GALEINGTATERTIT ONES enor NU sa 29 INCOMING CALL NOTIFICATION TYPE 30 BUSYaGHANNETS EO CK Ui apanan unapuy 32 I PRANSCEIVERIBEEDS I sa 33 RESETTING THE TRANSCEIVER 34 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES NOTICES TO THE USER TONES DQT CODES SPECIFICATIONS
7. UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT Carefully unpack the transceiver We recommend 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 Item Belt hook with screws Part Number J29 0691 XX Quantity KNB 27N battery pack KSC 28 rapid charger with holder and adapter Warranty card Instruction manual 2 Belt hook vvith screvvs KSC 28 rapid charger vvith holder and adapter ORIENTATION Antenna LED Indicator Indicates the E transceiver status Power switch Volume control Turn clockwise to switch the power ON and counter MENU key Press to perform various functions Press and hold while switching the power ON to enter Setting Mode clockwise to switch the power CAL key OFF Rotate to Press before adjust the volume making a call to alert the MON key f other party Press to monitor members the current channell for activity Microphone Speaker A V keys Press to change the operating channel to select a menu in Setting Mode and to perform other functions SP MIC iacks PTT Push to Talk switch Lift the covers Press and hold then speak and insert the into the microphone to accessory s transmit plugs here DisPLAY VOX LOW
8. the FCC Transceivers using 12 5 kHz channel spacing may not have optimal sound quality when used with transceivers using 25 kHz channel spacing PRECAUTIONS e Refer service to qualified technicians only Do not modify or attempt to adjust the transceiver for any reason Do not expose the transceiver to long periods of direct sunlight nor place it close to heating appliances Do not place the transceiver in excessively dusty humid or wet areas nor on unstable surfaces Avoid extremes in exposure to weather heat and cold This transceiver can be used in mild weather conditions but it is not waterproof Turn OFF your transceiver while taking on fuel or while parked in gasoline service stations Do not operate your transceiver or charge your battery pack in an explosive atmosphere gases dust fumes etc If an abnormal odor or smoke is detected coming from the transceiver immediately switch OFF the power and remove the batteries from the transceiver Contact your KENWOOD dealer Government law prohibits the operation of unlicensed radio transmitters within the territories under government control Illegal operation is punishable by fine and or imprisonment SAFETY It is important that the operator is aware of and understands hazards common to the operation of any transceiver CONTENTS UNPACKING AND CHECKING 1 SUPPEIEDJACCESSORIES cos
9. 8 8 Hz 186 2 Hz 79 7 Hz 123 0 Hz 192 8 Hz 82 5 Hz 127 3 Hz 203 5 Hz 85 4 Hz 131 8 Hz 210 7 Hz 88 5 Hz 136 5 Hz 218 1 Hz 91 5 Hz 141 3 Hz 225 7 Hz 94 8 Hz 146 2 Hz 233 6 Hz 97 4 Hz 151 4 Hz 241 8 Hz 38 100 0 Hz 156 7 Hz 250 3 Hz Display Number Digital Quiet Talk Code Display Number Digital Quiet Talk Code Display Number Digital Quiet Ta Code Ik 39 SPECIFICATIONS RF Output Low 500 mW Power High 1 W Audio Output Power 100 mW Frequency Stability 2 5 ppm Operating Voltage Dimensions projections not included 33 V 5 0 V 56 x 28 75 x 117 5 mm 2 13 64 x 1 1 8 x 4 5 8 in Weight with KNB 27N CHANNEL FREQUENCY CHART Frequency Number Transmit Receive Frequency 464 5000 MHz 200g 7 oz Color Code 464 5500 MHz 467 7625 MHz 467 8125 MHz 467 8500 MHz Silver Star 467 8750 MHz Gold Star 467 9000 MHz Red Star 40 467 9250 MHz Blue Star MENUS Display Name Full Name Channel 1 Frequency Setting Settings F1 to F8 Default Setting Channel 2 Frequency Setting F1 to F8 F8 Incoming Call Notification Type OFF 1 Tone 2 Vibration 3 Tone Vibration
10. HANNELS You can scan both channels of the transceiver to search for a signal When the transceiver verifies a signal on a channel it proceeds to check whether or not its QT DQT setting matches that which is set up on your transceiver if you have set a channel with QT DQT If the QT DQT matches the transceiver stops at the channel and opens the squelch so you can listen to the call If the QT DQT does not match the call is ignored and scanning continues Before you can use the scan function ensure that it is activated You can turn the scan function the ability to perform scan ON or OFF in Setting Mode Turn the transceiver power OFF Press and hold the MENU key while turning the transceiver power ON for 1 second 3 Press the A or Y key to select 52 4 Press the MENU key to select 5Z aF scan function off or 51 22 scan function on nu 51 f you select 5 22 you will no longer be able to perform scan by pressing and holding the key see page 15 14 5 Press the PTT MON or CAL key to exit Setting Mode To begin scanning 1 Press and hold the key for 1 second 5 An appears on the display 2 When a signal is detected and the QT matches the channel number appears on the display and blinks 3 When the signal is no longer present the transceiver waits for 5 seconds before scanning continues If anew signal appears before the 5 sec
11. INSTRUCTION MANUAL UHF FM TRANSCEIVER TK 3130 ProTalkxLs KENWOOD CORPORATION B62 1486 20 K 09 08 07 06 05 04 03 02 COO NN3 I THANK You We are grateful for your purchase of this KENWOOD product and welcome you to the Business Radio Service BRS Your KENWOOD 2 way Business Radio is called a transceiver meaning transmitter amp receiver We believe this easy to use transceiver will provide you with dependable and reliable communications This KENWOOD transceiver is a precision device Treat it with care and you will enjoy years of reliable operation FEATURES Compact design with a sturdy polycarbonate body a spring loaded belt hook Can be used with the supplied Ni MH battery pack or 3 batteries 2channels with 121 tone code settings for each channel allowing you to ignore unwanted calls Privacy Talk scrambles all your voice messages giving you complete privacy for your conversations Automatic battery power saver providing you with longer battery usage Battery power level indicator with low battery power warning Key lock and Super Lock prevent you from accidentally changing your transceiver settings Six different calling alert tones allows you to identify yourself to your group before you begin speaking Hands free operation when using an optional KHS 21 headset OPERATING CONDITIONS Open locations Up to 4 miles no obstructions approximately 6 4 km
12. OVING THE BELT Hook If desired attach the belt hook to the rear of the transceiver using the 2 supplied screws INSTALLING REMOVING OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Note Always switch OFF the transceiver power when installing or removing the optional accessories The following accessories can be used with this transceiver 21 Speaker Microphone KHS 21 Headset KHS 1 Headset 3 Clip Microphone with Earphone To install these accessories 1 Open the SP MIC tabs on the side of the transceiver 2 Insert the accessory s plugs into the SP MIC jacks 3 When you remove the accessory from the transceiver be sure to cover the SP MIC jacks with the attached tabs in order to keep dust and dirt away from the contacts Note Refer to the accessory instruction manuals for detailed instructions on each of the accessories GETTING STARTED Switch the Power ON Switch the transceiver power ON by turning the Power switch Volume control clockwise Aconfirmation tone sounds To switch the transceiver power OFF turn the Power switch Volume control fully counterclockwise until a click sounds Adjust the Volume Set your desired volume level by rotating the Power switch Volume control e Clockwise increases the volume and counterclockwise decreases the volume Note To adjust the volume using background noise as a reference use the monitor function page 17 Select a Cha
13. Talk all other members must also activate Privacy Talk on their transceivers This scrambles everybody s voice while transmitting and unscrambles the voice message on your own transceiver when you receive the message Press the MENU key 2 times The icon appears on the display and blinks 2 Press the A or V key to select On on or BF privacy off privacy 3 Press the MENU key 2 times or press the PTT MON or CAL key to confirm the setting 22 OPERATING FEATURES TRANSMWISSION PowER You can adjust the transmission power on all channels Selecting low power will allow longer use of the battery pack refer to pages 4 and 5 Selecting high power will allow you to transmit farther in case the other party is too far away for low power usage To change the transmission power 1 Press the MENU key times nu The Low icon and appear on the display when low power is selected No icon and H appear for high povver 2 Press the A or Y key to select your desired output power Low nu I 110 3 Press the MENU key 1 time confirm the setting Key Lock You can lock the MENU A and Y keys to prevent accidentally changing the operating mode and channel settings The PTT CAL and MON keys still function normally 23 Press and hold the MENU key for 3 seconds to lock or unlock the transceiver keys The icon app
14. ally detects your voice and begins transmitting To stop transmitting stop speaking Transmission will continue momentarily after you stop speaking You can select the delay time as described on page 19 To exit VOX mode set the VOX gain level page 18 to bL BF OFF VOX Busy Lockout While using VOX you can set the transceiver to detect when the channel is busy in use With this function turned on VOX will not allow you to transmit while the channel is being used You can transmit only when the channel is free 1 Turn the transceiver power OFF 2 Press and hold the MENU key while turning the transceiver power ON for 1 second 3 Press the A or Y key to select bu vox q b F 4 Press the MENU key to select 54 25 busy lockout turned on or 54 gF busy lockout turned off nu vox n l bu On 5 Press the PTT MON or CAL key to exit Setting Mode 21 PRIVACY TALK Whereas the Quiet Talk and Digital Quiet Talk functions page 12 allow you to ignore unwanted calls Privacy Talk allows you to hold a conversation in complete privacy When activated any other party listening in on your channel will be unable to understand your conversation The transceiver scrambles your voice so that anybody listening to your conversation will not be able to understand what you are saying In order for members of your own group to understand your call while you are using Privacy
15. e life of the battery pack to shorten or the battery pack may be damaged After recharging the battery pack disconnect it from the charger Charging the battery pack for more than 5 days may reduce the battery pack life due to overcharging Note The ambient temperature should be between 41 F and 104 F 5 C and 40 C while charging is in progress Charging outside this range may not fully charge the battery Always switch OFF the transceiver equipped with a battery pack before charging Using the transceiver while charging its battery pack will interfere with correct charging The battery pack life is over when its operating time decreases even though it is fully and correctly charged Replace the battery pack 1 Plug the AC adapter cable into the adapter jack located on the rear of the charger Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet Slide a battery pack using the supplied holder or a transceiver equipped with a battery pack into the battery pack slot Make sure the metal contacts of the battery pack mate securely with the charger terminals The indicator lights red and charging starts When charging is completed the indicator lights green Remove the battery pack or the transceiver from the battery pack slot t takes approximately 2 5 hours to charge the battery pack When the charger will not be used for a long time unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet INSTALLING REM
16. ears on the display when the transceiver keys are locked No icon appears when they are unlocked Super Lock You can lock the MENU CAL A and Y keys and disable the Setting Mode The PTT and MON keys still function normally To turn Super Lock ON or OFF follow the steps below 1 Turn the transceiver power OFF 2 Press hold the PTT switch and the CAL key while turning the transceiver power ON for 2 seconds 3 Press the A or V key to select 2 lock on or EF super lock off nu 5L Dn 2 4 Press the MENU PTT MON or CAL key to exit Super Lock Setting Mode The icon appears on the display when the transceiver keys are locked No icon appears when they are unlocked super 24 Lamp The lamp is used to illuminate the Liquid Crystal Display You can set the lamp to remain off remain on or turn on when you press any key other than the PTT switch auto When set to auto the lamp remains on for 5 seconds after pressing a key before turning off again To select the lamp setting Turn the transceiver power OFF 2 Press and hold the MENU key while turning the transceiver power ON for 1 second 3 Press the A or V key to select i P 4 Press the MENU key to select i aF lamp off L P 2 lamp on or L lamp auto 5 Press the PTT MON or CAL key to exit Setting Mode 00 TIMER The purpose of the Time out Timer i
17. ected Consult the dealer for technical assistance 36 SAFETY INFORMATION Your wireless hand held portable transceiver has been designed using a low power transmitter When the PTT switch is pressed the transceiver generates radio frequency RF electromagnetic energy EME This transceiver is designed to comply with the FCC Report and Order FCC 96 326 August 1996 Nearrovi Do not transmit for more than 50 of the total operating time Transmitting for over 50 of the operating time may exceed the FCC RF exposure compliance requirements Transmission occurs while you are pressing the PTT switch and is confirmed by the LED that lights red while transmitting To transmit speak into the microphone in your normal voice vvhile holding the transceiver upright and keep the antenna at least 2 inches 5 cm from your head and body VVhen using a headset ensure that the antenna is at least 2 inches 5 cm away from your body whenever you are transmitting Use only KENVVOOD genuine accessories Unauthorized modifications or attachments may damage the transceiver and violate FCC rules and regulations 37 QT TONES D T CODES Display Quiet Talk Display Quiet Talk Display Quiet Talk Number Frequency Number Frequency Number Frequency OFF 103 5 Hz 162 2 Hz 67 0 Hz 107 2 Hz 167 9 Hz 71 9 Hz 110 9 Hz 173 8 Hz 74 4 Hz 114 8 Hz 179 9 Hz 77 0 Hz 11
18. ed with no operations or received calls Operating the transceiver or receiving a call will switch this feature OFF until 10 seconds of non operation occurs again You can turn this function ON or OFF 1 Turn the transceiver power OFF 2 Press and hold the MENU key while turning the transceiver power ON for 1 second 3 Press the or Y key to select b5 4 Press the MENU key to select b5 2 battery save on or 5 2 battery save off 5 Press the PTT MON or CAL key to exit Setting Mode 27 BATTERY INDICATOR When turned ON the battery indicator on the display lets you know approximately how much battery life is remaining When turned OFF the battery indicator will appear and blink only when the battery voltage level is low When the battery voltage becomes too low while transmitting the transceiver stops transmitting and a tone sounds until you release the PTT switch Recharge or replace the battery pack at this time High battery power 1 Medium battery power Low battery power 4 Time to recharge the battery pack Note This feature does not measure the accurate battery voltage when using alkaline batteries When using alkaline batteries in place of the supplied battery pack turn this function OFF You can turn this function ON or OFF 1 Turn the transceiver power OFF 2 Press and hold the MENU key while turning the transceiver power ON for 1 second
19. inished the transceiver will wait for 10 seconds before resetting the Incoming Call Notification To select your Incoming Call Notification type Turn the transceiver power OFF Press and hold the MENU key while turning the transceiver power ON for 1 second Press the A or Y key to select Ct Press the MENU key to select 1 0 incoming call notification type off no tone or vibration E E incoming call notification type 1 you are notified by a tone ft 2 incoming call notification type 2 you are notified by vibration or 3 incoming call notification type 3 you are notified by both a tone and by vibration Press the PTT MON or CAL key to exit Setting Mode Busy CHANNEL Lockout This function is used in order to prevent transmitting on a channel that somebody else is currently using When turned ON a beep sounds when you press the PTT switch while another party is using the channel and you cannot transmit 1 Turn the transceiver power OFF 2 Press and hold the MENU key while turning the transceiver power ON for 1 second 3 Press the Y key to select bt 4 Press the MENU key to select 54 0 busy channel lockout on or bt 2 busy channel lockout off nu 5 Press the CAL key exit Setting Mode 32 TRANSCEIVER BEEP When you turn the transceiver powe
20. m the battery compartment 3 Align the battery cover tabs with the slots on the transceiver then firmly slide the cover into place INSTALLING REMOVING BATTERIES In place of the battery pack you can use 3 AA batteries Use high quality alkaline batteries to enjoy longer periods of battery life Average battery life using low power 8 hours Average battery life using high power 4 hours Average times are calculated using 5 transmit time 5 receive time and 90 standby time 1 Remove the battery cover from the rear of the transceiver by sliding it back and pulling it away from the transceiver body 2 Installor remove 3 AA batteries Be sure to match the battery polarities with those marked in the transceiver casing 3 Align the battery cover tabs with the slots on the transceiver then firmly slide the cover into place Note Do not mix old and new batteries or batteries of different types When you do not use the transceiver for an extended period of time remove the batteries from the transceiver CHARGING THE Battery Pack Initially charging the battery pack after purchase or extended storage greater than 2 months will not bring the battery pack to its normal operating capacity After repeating the charge discharge cycle two or three times the operating capacity will increase to normal N CAUTION Do not recharge the battery pack if it is already fully charged Doing so may cause th
21. ne setting the 3 icon appears on the display 30 When set to notify you via a tone only setting 1 the tone is emitted when a busy signal is received and the QT DQT signalling matches The tone will sound for 15 seconds before turning off While the tone sounds you will not hear any audio from the speaker To turn the tone off and listen to the received call press any key After the call is finished the transceiver will wait for 10 seconds before resetting the Incoming Call Notification If you receive a new call within those 10 seconds the tone will not sound If no call is received within 10 seconds Incoming Call Notification will reset so that the next time a call is received the tone will sound again When set to notify you via vibration only setting 2 the transceiver vibrates when a busy signal is received and the QT DQT signalling matches Audio can be heard from the speaker while the transceiver vibrates To stop the 15 second vibrator press any key After the call is finished the transceiver will wait for 10 seconds before resetting the Incoming Call Notification When set to notify you via both a tone and through vibration setting 3 the tone is emitted and the transceiver vibrates when a busy signal is received and the QT DQT signalling matches As with a tone only you will not hear audio from the speaker until the tone is stopped by pressing a key or the 15 second tone stops After the call is f
22. nnel Select channel 1 or 2 by pressing the A or Y key A confirmation tone sounds each time you press the A or Y key 10 When you receive a call on your selected channel you will hear audio from the speaker and the LED will light green To use a signalling code refer to QUIET TALK DIGITAL QUIET TALK on page 12 You can change the frequency of each channel 1 Turn the transceiver power OFF 2 Press and hold the MENU key while turning the transceiver ON for 1 second um 3 Press the A or V key to select channel 1 or 2 channel 2 and the current frequency number appear beside the channel number 4 Press the MENU key to select F channel 1 frequency number 1 to channel 1 frequency number 8 or 2 I channel 2 frequency number 1 to FB channel 2 frequency number 8 Refer to page 40 for the frequencies available for each channel 5 Pressthe PTT MON or CAL key to exit Setting Mode Make a Call 1 Press the MON key to make sure the channel is not in use refer to page 17 Press and release the CAL key to alert the other parties that you are making a call Acalling alert tone will sound on the other party s transceiver Press and hold the PTT switch then speak into the microphone to transmit LED lights red while transmitting For best sound quality speak into the microphone in you
23. onds elapse the transceiver will remain on the channel until the new signal is no longer present at which time it will again wait for 5 seconds before continuing 4 To end the scan at any time press and hold the A key for 1 second The transceiver returns to the channel you were using before you started scanning 15 REVERT CHANNEL The revert channel is the channel from which you start scanning So for example if you are on channel 1 when you begin to scan your revert channel is channel 1 During scan pressing the PTT switch will automatically select the transceiver s revert channel in the above example channel 1 and you will begin transmitting However if you are currently paused on the other channel after having received a signal in the above example channel 2 pressing the PTT switch will allow you to transmit on that channel rather than returning to the revert channel Scanning will resume after 5 seconds unless a signal is present on the channel 16 MONITORING A CHANNEL When no signals are present the squelch on the transceiver automatically mutes the speaker so you will not hear background noise Using the MON key you can disable the squelch to unmute the speaker at any time This feature is useful for a variety of reasons t allovvs you to confirm the channel activity so that you don t make a call while another party is using the same channel It allows you to adjust the
24. r ON or press a key a beep will emit from the transceiver If desired you can turn this feature off 1 Turn the transceiver power OFF 2 Press and hold the MENU key while turning the transceiver power ON for 1 second 3 Press the or Y key to select bP 4 Press the MENU key to select bP 0n beep on or 5P 8F beep off 5 Press the PTT MON or CAL key to exit Setting Mode 33 RESETTING THE TRANSCEIVER At some point in time you may desire to reset the transceiver settings to their default values The default values of all the menus and channel settings can be found on page 41 To reset the transceiver Turn the transceiver power OFF Press and hold the A Y and MON keys while turning the transceiver power ON r E 5t reset will appear on the display 3 Release the A Y and MON keys to reset the transceiver settings to their default values Note Reset will function even if Super Lock has been activated 34 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES KNB 27N Ni MH battery pack KSC 28 Battery charger KHS 21 Headset 6 1 S 35 NOTICES TO THE USER This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesi
25. r normal speaking voice while holding the microphone approximately 1 5 inches 3 to 4 cm from your lips Release the PTT switch when you have finished speaking 11 QUIET TALK DIGITAL QUIET TALK QT Quiet Talk and DQT Digital Quiet Talk are functions that reject signals from undesired parties that are using the same channel as you You will hear audio from the speaker only when you receive a signal that contains a tone or code matching the one set up on the channel you are using Likewise when you transmit on a channel set up with QT or the receiving station must have a matching tone or code in order to hear your signal You can select a tone or code for each channel There are 38 QT tones 01 to 38 and 83 codes DQTO1 to DQT83 After changing the QT setting confirm that the other members in your group have selected the same tone or code Press the MENU key current setting blinks oF Press the A or Y key to select your desired value The values range from 01 to 38 for QT tones then proceed to 01 to 83 for DQT codes When you use code the icon appears on the display 107 1 1 53 GF means you have turned off both QT and DQT Refer to pages 38 and 39 for the actual QT tones and DQT codes Press the MENU key 3 times or press the PTT MON or CAL key to confirm the setting 13 SCANNING THE C
26. red operation 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 ncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is conn
27. s to prevent you from using a channel for a long time This function is useful for example when you accidentally keep the PTT switch pressed Additionally by limiting the amount of time you can 25 continuously transmit this feature helps you save on battery power consumption If you continuously transmit for 3 minutes default value the transceiver will stop transmitting and a tone will sound To stop the tone release the PTT switch You can press the PTT switch again to resume transmitting This transceiver is also equipped with a pre alert tone which sounds 10 seconds before the Time out Timer expires This will allow you time to finish your message before the transceiver automatically stops transmitting To change the default value of 3 minutes Turn the transceiver power OFF 2 Press and hold the MENU key while turning the transceiver power ON for 1 second 3 Press the A or V key to select ta n t 3 4 Press the MENU key to select 2 3 3 minutes or 0 10 minutes nu n L lu 5 Press the PTT MON or CAL key to exit Setting Mode 26 BATTERY SAVE This transceiver has been designed to give you the most out of your battery power The battery save function decreases the amount of power used when a signal is not being received and no operations are being performed While using the transceiver battery save will automatically switch ON after 10 seconds have elaps
28. volume level without having to wait for a call When receiving a call that is intermittent due to a weak signal disabling the squelch will allow you to listen to the call without it continuously cutting out To manually deactivate the squelch press and hold the MON key When deactivated the icon appears on the display and the LED lights green To return to normal operation simply release the MON key 17 VOICE ACTIVATED CONTROL VOX Using the VOX feature you can operate the transceiver hands free In order to use this feature however you must use an optional headset VOX will not function with the built in microphone For best operation conditions we recommend you use an optional headset with both an ear piece and microphone on a boom that rests in front of your mouth With VOX activated your voice level will determine when the transceiver transmits Because of this you must take care that the ambient noise around you is not so loud that it causes the transceiver to transmit Due to the automatic switching between transmission and reception we recommend you set the VOX gain such that it will not activate transmission when in an area with excessive ambient noise VOX Gain To enjoy the VOX function take the time to properly adjust the VOX Gain This level controls the VOX circuit to detect the presence or absence of your voice Turn the transceiver power OFF Press and hold the MENU key
29. while turning the transceiver power ON for 1 second 3 Press the A or V key to select Si vox Fi uL UF 18 4 Press the MENU key to select di aF VOX function is off or 62 VOX gain level 1 to GL 3 VOX gain level 3 vox nu r uL e While adjusting the VOX Gain the LED lights orange Note Setting the VOX gain to OFF deactivates VOX In order to transmit with VOX turned off you must use the PTT switch 5 Press the PTT MON or CAL key to exit Setting Mode VOX DELAY Time If the transceiver returns to receive mode too quickly after you stop speaking the end of your message may not be transmitted To avoid this select an appropriate delay time that allows your entire message to be transmitted However do not make the delay overly long 1 Turn the transceiver power OFF 2 Press and hold the MENU key while turning the transceiver power ON for 1 second 3 Press the A or V key to select 49 19 4 5 Press the MENU key to select 25 2 delay for 100 ms 49 23 300 ms 43 05 500 ms 25 12 1 second d4 1s 1 5 seconds or d4 25 3 seconds Press the PTT MON or CAL key to exit Setting Mode VOX Operation 20 Set up a VOX gain level from 1 to 3 page 18 To transmit simply speak into the headset microphone You do not need to press the PTT switch the transceiver automatic
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