Kenwood 128 CD Player User Manual
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1. 8 3 2 8 VHF FM TRANSCEIVER UHF FM TRANSCEIVER UHF FM TRANSCEIVER INSTRUCTION MANUAL EMETTEUR RECEPTEUR FM VHF EMETTEUR RECEPTEUR FM UHF EMETTEUR RECEPTEUR FM UHF MODE D EMPLOI TRANSCEPTOR DE FM VHF TRANSCEPTOR DE FM UHF TRANSCEPTOR DE FM UHF MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES KENWOOD CORPORATION B62 1809 10 K 09 08 07 06 05 04 03 02 01 VHF FM TRANSCEIVER UHF FM TRANSCEIVER UHF FM TRANSCEIVER TK 2170 TK 3170 TK 3173 INSTRUCTION MANUAL KENWOOD CORPORATION ENGLISH THANK You We are grateful you have chosen KENWOOD for your land mobile radio applications We believe this easy to use transceiver will provide dependable communications to keep personnel operating at peak efficiency KENWOOD transceivers incorporate the latest in advanced technology As a result we feel strongly that you will be pleased with the quality and features of this product Mopes Coveren By THIS MANUAL TK 2170 VHF FM Transceiver TK 3170 UHF FM Transceiver TK 3173 UHF FM 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 Itis important that the operator is aware of and understands hazards common to the operation of any transceiver One or more of the following statements2. The stored entry appears the display Press and hold the Side 1 key to toggle the display between the list number and the entry name 3 Press the PTT switch to make the call or the Side 2 key to page the selected recipient CLEARING Storen Numeers 1 Press the key programmed as Autodial Programming If programmed by your dealer you can also press hold the key for 1 second 2 Press the lt B and C gt keys rotate the selector or enter an appropriate number using the DTMF keypad 01 16 to select your desired Autodial list number 3 Press the A or key TELETE appears on the display after confirming the entered number 4 Press the S or key to delete the entry from the Autodial list Repiat Keypad Mopets You can redial the last number you transmitted 1 2 3 Press the key or the key programmed as Autodial The first entry in the Autodial list appears on the display Press the key followed by the 0 key to display the last called number Press the PTT switch to make the call or the Side 2 key to page the selected recipient Note Switching OFF the transceiver power clears the redial memory 34 Connect Disconnect IDs Keypad 1 Press the key or the key programmed as Autodial The first entry in the Autodial list appears on the display 2 Connect ID Press the key two times Disconnect ID Press the key followed by the key 3
3. When not using an optional speaker microphone install the cap over the speaker microphone jacks The transceiver is not fully water resistant when using a speaker microphone or headset remove the locking bracket push the bracket up from the base 10 al WV OLY gt GETTING ACQUAINTED Speaker The transceiver is also available without the DTMF keypad 42 Antenna connector Connect an optional antenna here page 9 Selector Rotate to activate its programmable function page 15 9 Power switch Volume control Turn clockwise to switch ON the transceiver Rotate to adjust the volume Turn counterclockwise fully to switch OFF the transceiver 11 LED indicator Lights red while transmitting Lights green while receiving a call Flashes orange while receiving an encoded 2 tone DTMF signaling etc call If programmed by your dealer flashes red when the battery power is low while transmitting 5 Safety Catch Lock this catch to avoid accidentally pressing the release latch and removing the battery pack page 7 Release Latch Press the release latch to unlock and remove the battery pack page 7 Auxiliary orange key Press to activate its programmable function page 15 PTT Push To Talk switch Press this switch then speak into the microphone to call a station Side 1 key Press
4. Note Priority cannot be programmed onto the group ID of a Trunking zone it can be used only on channels of Conventional zones Group Scan TK 3173 Group Scan is useful when more than one group ID is programmed in a zone Group Scan is set by your dealer on request It scans the revert groups as well as groups that are allowed to be scanned When a call is received the group indicator shows the group ID and that group becomes the revert group Simply press the PTT switch to respond to the call 25 Scan REVERT The Revert zone and channel group ID is the zone and channel group ID which the transceiver automatically selects when pressing the PTT switch during Scan to transmit Your dealer can program 1 of 6 types of Scan Reverts for your transceiver Last Called The last zone channel group ID received is assigned as the new revert zone and channel group ID Last Used The last zone and channel group ID responded to is assigned as the new revert zone and channel group ID Selected The last zone and channel group ID selected is assigned as the new revert zone and channel group ID Selected Talkback If the zone channel group ID has been changed during Scan the newly selected zone and channel group ID is assigned as the new revert zone and channel group ID The transceiver talks back on the current receive channel group ID Priority If your dealer has programmed the Priorit
5. VOX for 2 seconds The VOX indicator F appears on the display 3 To turn the VOX function OFF press and hold the VOX key again for 2 seconds Note faspeaker microphone is connected to the transceiver while the VOX function is switched 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 1 KHS 21 or KHS 22 accessory 23 a If the Scan function is programmed zones or channels can be scanned by pressing the key programmed as Scan Scan can be used as either Single Scan Multi Scan or List Scan TK 3173 only Single Scan monitors only the channels of the currently selected zone which have been added to the scanning sequence If set up to scan the Priority channel the Priority channel will be scanned even if it is not within the currently selected zone Multi Scan monitors all channels of every zone which have been added to the scanning sequence List Scan monitors all channels within the specified range of zones which have been added to the scanning sequence If set up to scan the Priority channel the Priority channel will be scanned even if it is not within any of the zones in the list To activate Scan press the key programmed as Scan The 4 icon and SN or the revert zone and channel group ID number appear on the display The zone a
6. can program a key with one of 4 functions Monitor Momentarily press to deactivate DTMF 2 tone or Fleetsync Signaling Press the key again to return to normal operation Monitor Momentary Press and hold to deactivate QT DQT DTMF 2 tone or Fleetsync Signaling Release the key to return to normal operation Squelch Off Momentarily press to hear background noise Press the key again to return to normal operation Squelch Off Momentary Press and hold to hear background noise Release the key to return to normal operation Saquetcu LeveL The squelch level can be adjusted only in Conventional operating mode 1 Press the key programmed as Squelch Level The d icon and the current squelch level appear on the display 2 Press the lt B and C gt keys or rotate the selector to increase tighten or decrease open the squelch level 3 Press the Side 1 S or key to store the new setting and exit the squelch level adjustment 38 SCRAMBLER Although the scrambler function does not offer complete privacy with your calls it does prevent others from easily listening in on your calls When activated the transceiver distorts your voice so that anybody listening to your conversation will not be able to clearly hear what you are saying In order for members of your own group to clearly hear your call while you are using the scrambler all other members must also activate the scrambler functions on their tra
7. 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 At
8. 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 Usine THE Li ion Battery 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 108 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 INSTALLING REMOVING THE OPTIONAL Battery Pack 1 Align the battery pack with the back of the transceiver then press the battery
9. press the Call 1 or Call 2 key to transmit their pre programmed status messages COMPLETE appears on the display when the call has been successfully transmitted RECEIVING M 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 29 Reviewinc Messaces 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 call ID stack number appears on the display Press the lt B and C gt keys or rotate the selector to select the desired message Press and hold the S key to toggle between the call ID status message and the channel name Press the S key to return to normal operation To delete the selected message press the A key confirm the deletion press the 8 or key To delete all messages press and hold the A or key for 1 second To confirm the deletion press the 5 or key Sort 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 Received short messages are displayed the same as Status messages Only 1 short message can be stored in the stack memory along with 5 Status calls and 3 Caller IDs and are stored in the same stack memory Lona MESSAGES To send and receive long messages you
10. the selector to select a digit Press the C gt key to confirm the digit Repeat this operation until the complete name is entered Press the A or key to delete an incorrect character Press and hold the A or key to delete all entered characters 5 Press the key to confirm the entry COIE appears on the display after confirming the entered name 6 Enter the desired DTMF number using the DTMF keypad If enabled by your dealer you can also rotate the selector to select a digit Press the C gt key to confirm the digit Repeat this operation until the complete number is entered Press the A or key to delete an incorrect character Press and hold the A or key to delete all entered characters 7 Press the key to confirm the entry TORE appears on the display after confirming the entered number If you are overwriting a previous entry OV ERMA T appears on the display 8 Press the S or key to store the entered name and number in the Autodial list Press the or key to cancel the entry Storen DTMF 5 1 Press the key programmed as Autodial If programmed by your dealer you can also press the key first entry in the Autodial list appears on the display 33 2 Press the lt B and gt keys rotate the selector or enter an appropriate number using the DTMF keypad 01 16 to select your desired Autodial list number
11. turned While the channel is not busy and no operation is performed for 5 seconds Battery Saver turns ON When a signal is received or an operation is performed Battery Saver turns OFF 41 BATTERY STATUS INDICATOR The battery status indicator displays the battery power remaining when using an optional battery pack as illustrated below The battery status indicator does not appear while using alkaline batteries E 0 0 High Sufficient Low Very Low When the battery power is very low replace or recharge the battery pack If activated by your dealer an alert tone will sound every 30 seconds and the LED indicator will blink red when the battery power is low BecinNING END oF TRANSMIT SIGNAL The Beginning of Transmit and End of Transmit identification signals are used to access and release some repeaters and telephone systems 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 42
12. ED OPERATIONS SELECTING A TRANSMIT POWER Tark AROUND Monitor OFF SCRAMBLER Key Lock TRANSCEIVER BACKLIGHT BACKGROUND OPERATIONS Time out Timer TOT Busy Cyannet Lockout BCL Battery SAVER Battery Status INDICATOR oF TRANSMIT SIGNAL vi 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 CCESSORIES Belt clip Speaker microphone jacks cap Part Number J29 0701 XX B09 0686 XX Quantity Speaker microphone locking bracket J19 5483 XX Instruction manual B62 1809 XX Belt clip Speaker microphone Speaker microphone locking bracket jacks cap 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 recharging the battery pack disconnect it from the charger If the charger power is reset turned ON after being turned OFF recharging will start
13. Each time you press Low Transmit Power the transmit power toggles between high and low The L icon appears while using low transmit power Using low transmit power conserves battery power and reduces the risk of interfering with other communications Note Pressing Low Transmit Power while using a channel programmed with low power causes an error tone to sound ARouND You may occasionally experience an interruption in service due to a power failure etc During such an occurrence you can continue communication by using the Talk Around feature Talk Around allows you to communicate directly with other transceivers without the use of a repeater However if the station you want to contact is too far away or there are geographical obstacles in the way you may not be able to contact the station Toggle Talk Around ON and OFF by pressing the key programmed as Talk Around The icon appears on the display while Talk Around is active When using Talk Around the receive frequency is used for both transmitting and recieving and the decode signaling is used for both encoding and decoding 37 Monitor 50 16 Orr You can use the key programmed as Monitor Squelch Off to listen to weak signals that you cannot hear during normal operation and to adjust the volume when no signals are present on your selected channel The d icon appears on the display while Monitor Squelch Off is activated Your dealer
14. Press the PTT switch to make the call or the Side 2 key to page the selected recipient DTMF SIGNALING DTMF Signaling is either enabled or disabled by your dealer This function opens the squelch only when the transceiver receives the DTMF code programmed in your transceiver Each transceiver is normally programmed with a unique code You will not hear calls from transceivers that are not programmed with a matching code When you receive a signal containing the correct tones squelch opens and you will hear the call indicator appears on the display This indicator will not appear on TK 3173 transceivers if it has been set to store Trunking zone data The LED indicator flashes orange mute the speaker after squelch opens press the key programmed as Monitor Your dealer can program the squelch to close again after a specific time period elapses Transpond for DTMF Signaling is programmed an acknowledgment signal is returned to the calling station If Tone Alert for DTMF Signaling is programmed an alert tone will sound when the correct tones are received STUN 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 Stun is cancelled when the transceiver receives a call with a revive code 35 If your transceiver has been
15. 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 Information concerning the optional Li ion 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 e
16. an electric shock through the earphone and to your ear We recommend you use only a speaker microphone in these conditions to avoid electric shocks CONTENTS UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT SUPPLIED CCESSORIES PREPARATION Battery Pack PRECAUTIONS InsTALLING RemovinG THE OPTIONAL Pack INSTALLING REMOVING ALKALINE BATTERIES INSTALLING THE OPTIONAL ANTENNA INSTALLING THE BELT INSTALLING THE CAP OVER THE SPEAKER MICROPHONE JACKS INSTALLING THE OPTIONAL SPEAKER MICROPHONE GETTING ACQUAINTED DisPLay PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS OPERATING BASICS OVERVIEW Switcuinc Power ON OFF ADJUSTING THE VOLUME SELECTING A ZONE AND CHANNEL Group ID TRUNKING ZONES TK 3173 ONLY a Dispatch CALL Receivine A Dispatch CALL PLACING A TELEPHONE CALL RECEIVING A TELEPHONE CALL CONVENTIONAL ZONES TRANSMITTING RECEIVING Quiet Tark QT Quiet Tark DQT 2 TONE SIGNALING SELECTABLE Tone OST Voice OperaTeD Transmission VOX App Scan DELETE FROM SCAN Priority Scan Group Scan TK 3173 Scan Revert FleetSync ALPHANUMERIC 2 WAY PAGING FUNCTION SELCALL SeLecTIvE CALLING Status MESSAGE Messaces Lonc Messaces DTMF DUAL TONE MULTI FREQUENCY CALLS Manuat Diatine Moners STORE AND SEND AutopiaL Renia 100815 Connect Disconnect IDs Mopets DTMF Sicnatinc ADVANC
17. arties 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 If a call containing a different tone or code is made on the channel you are using squelch will not open and you will not hear the call Although it may seem like you have your own private channel while using DQT other parties can still hear your calls if their transceiver is set up with the same tone or code 20 2 TONE SIGNALING 2 tone Signaling is enabled or disabled by your dealer This function opens the squelch only when the transceiver receives the 2 tones programmed in your transceiver Transceivers that do not transmit the correct tones will not be heard TRANSMITTING 1 Select your desired zone and channel 2 Press the key programmed as 2 tone 3 Press the lt B and C gt keys rotate the selector or enter an appropriate number using the DTMF keypad to select the 2 tone code of the station you want to call 4 Press the PTT switch and begin your conversation Note If Single Tone has been activated only the first tone of the 2 tone signal will be transmitted RecEIviNG When you receive a signal containing the correct tones squelch opens and you will hear the call The d indicator appears on the display This indicator will not appear on TK 3173 transceivers if it has been set to store Trunking zone data The LED indicator
18. dd indicator 777 will appear on the display when the selected zone is added to the scan sequence The channel group ID add indicator will appear on the display when the selected channel group ID is added to the scan sequence When a call is received scanning stops and the zone and channel group ID digits appear Press the PTT switch and speak into the microphone to respond to the call The transceiver will continue scanning after a predetermined time delay if the PTT switch is released and no further signal is received To stop scanning press the Scan key again 24 Scan DELETE FROM SCAN Press the key programmed as Scan Delete Add to add or remove each channel group ID to or from the scan sequence The channel group ID add indicator will appear on the display when the selected channel group ID is added to the scan sequence Press and hold the key programmed as Scan Delete Add to add or remove each zone to or from the scan sequence 6 zone add indicator 777 will appear on the display when the selected zone is added to the scan sequence Priority SCAN The Priority channel must be programmed in order for Priority Scan to function The transceiver will automatically change to the Priority channel when a signal is received on it even if a signal is being received on a normal channel The 9 indicator appears on the display when the selected channel is the Priority channel
19. erating 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 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 Always switch the transceiver power off before installing optional accessories AI Turn the transceiver power off in the following locati
20. ess the Lamp key while the backlight is on 40 Timer TOT The purpose of the Time out Timer is 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 set by your dealer default is 1 minute for Conventional and dispatch Trunking operation and 3 minutes for telephone Trunking operation 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 for Conventional operation and 15 seconds to 10 minutes for Trunking operation Busy Cranner Lockout BCL When activated BCL prevents you from interfering with other parties who may be using the same channel that you selected in Conventional operating mode Pressing the PTT switch while the channel is in use will cause your transceiver to emit an alert tone and transmission will be inhibited you cannot transmit Release the PTT switch to stop the tone and return to receive mode Note Ask your dealer for an explanation on how BCL functions when using QT DQT DTMF 2 tone or FleetSync signaling BATTERY SAVER If activated by your dealer the Battery Saver function will decrease 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
21. flashes orange mute the speaker after squelch opens press the key programmed as Monitor Your dealer can program the squelch to close again after a specific time period elapses Transpond for 2 tone Signaling is programmed an acknowledgment signal is returned to the calling station If Call Alert for 2 tone Signaling is programmed an alert tone will sound when the correct tones are received 21 OPERATOR SELECTABLE OST You can change the preset encode and decode tones for the selected channel Your dealer can program up to 40 tones on your transceiver To turn OST ON or OFF press the key programmed as OST OST indicator appears on the display when this function is activated To change the preset encode decode tones 1 Press and hold the key programmed as OST for approximately 1 second OST name appears on the display 2 Press the lt and C gt keys rotate the selector or enter an appropriate number using the DTMF keypad to select your desired encode decode pair 3 Press the Side 1 S or key to accept the new setting and return to normal operation Voice 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
22. gits the following display will appear 17 TRU A 8 CALL Press and hold the PTT switch If the Proceed tone sounds communication is possible speak into the microphone to make your call Release the PTT switch to receive For best sound quality at the receiving station hold the microphone approximately 1 5 inches 3 4 cm from your mouth Your dealer can deactivate the Proceed tone if necessary Ask your dealer for details Receivine 8 CALL 1 When a dispatch call is received the transceiver will automatically change to the correct group ID and you will hear the call If enabled by your dealer the D indicator appears on the display Readjust the volume as necessary 18 PLACING A TELEPHONE CALL 1 Press the key programmed as Autodial first entry in the Autodial list appears on the display Press the lt B and C gt keys or rotate the selector to select your desired Autodial list number The stored entry appears on the display Press and hold the Side 1 key to toggle the display between the list number and the entry name Press the PTT switch to make the call or the Side 2 key to transmit the DTMF number When the called party responds press the PTT switch and speak into the microphone Release the PTT switch to receive Only one person can speak at a time To end the call press and hold the PTT switc
23. h then press the key programmed as Telephone Disconnect RECEIVING A TELEPHONE CALL 1 When a telephone call is received the transceiver will automatically change to the correct group ID and you will hear the call ringer tone will sound when a call is received Press and hold the PTT switch to speak and release it to receive Only one person can speak at a time To end the call press and hold the PTT switch then press the key programmed as Telephone Disconnect 19 CONVENTIONAL ZONES TRANSMITTING 1 Select the desired zone and channel using the selector and the Zone or CH GID keys 2 Press the key programmed as Monitor or Squelch Off to check whether or not the channel is free Ifthe channel is busy wait until it becomes free 3 Press the PTT switch and speak into the microphone Release the PTT switch to receive For best sound quality at the receiving station hold the microphone approximately 1 5 inches 3 4 cm from your mouth RECEIVING 1 Select the desired zone and channel using the selector and the Zone or CH GID keys Alternatively you can turn the Scan function on if desired 2 When you hear a caller s voice readjust the volume as necessary Quiet Tack QT Dicita Quiet Tack DQT Your dealer have programmed QT or signaling on your transceiver channels A QT tone DQT code isa sub audible tone code which allows you to ignore not hear calls from other p
24. he A key to delete an incorrect character Press and hold the A key to delete all entered characters 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to enter the entire password 4 Press the S key to confirm the password If you enter an incorrect password an error tone sounds and the transceiver remains locked 16 To enter the password using the DTMF keypad keypad models only 1 Press the DTMF keys corresponding to the password Press the or key to delete an incorrect character Press and hold the A or key to delete all entered characters 2 Press the S or key to confirm the password If you enter an incorrect password an error tone sounds and the transceiver remains locked ADJUSTING THE VOLUME Rotate the Power switch Volume control to adjust the volume Clockwise increases the volume and counter clockwise decreases it SELECTING A ZONE AND CHANNEL Group ID Select the desired zone using the selector or the keys programmed as Zone Up Zone Down Select the desired channel or group ID using the selector or the keys programmed as CH GID Up CH GID Down Names can be programmed for zones and channels group IDs with up to 8 characters each Your dealer can set the zone name to a length of 0 to 8 digits Channel group ID names will shorten appropriately to fit in the 8 digit display For example if the channel group ID name is GRP 1 and the zone name is KENWOOD and your dealer sets the zone name to 3 di
25. he transceiver will automatically enter Selcall Mode and the calling station s ID will appear when is received To respond to the call press the PTT switch and speak into the microphone To simply acknowledge the caller press the Side 2 key 27 IDENTIFICATION CODES 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 make 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 55 You can send and receive 2 digit Status messages which may be decided in your talk group Status messages range from 10 to 99 80 99 are reserved for special messages each of which can contain up to 16 alphanumeric characters A maximum of 5 received Status calls 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 s
26. mp Low Transmit Power Monitor Monitor Momentary None OST Scan Scan Delete Add Scrambler Selcall Selcall Status Squelch Level Squelch Off Squelch Off Momentary Status Talk Around Telephone Disconnect Transceiver Password VOX Zone Down Zone Up 1 Auto Telephone and Telephone Disconnect are available only for the TK 3173 transceiver 2 Emergency can be programmed only on the Auxiliary orange key 15 OPERATING BASICS Overview Your dealer can program your transceiver with Conventional zones TK 3173 transceivers can be programmed with Trunking zones and Conventional Zones The transceiver can handle up to 128 zones with up to 128 channels 250 group IDs Zones channels group IDs and their functions are programmed by your dealer Switcuinc Power ON OFF Turn the Power switch Volume control clockwise to switch the transceiver ON A beep sounds and the display momentarily lights up Ifthe Transceiver Password function is programmed PASSWORT appears on the display You must enter the password to unlock the transceiver Refer to Transceiver Password below Turn the Power switch Volume control counterclockwise to switch the transceiver OFF TRANSCEIVER PassworD To enter the password without using the DTMF keypad 1 Rotate the selector to select a digit 2 Press the C gt key to accept the entered digit and move to the next digit Press t
27. must connect the transceiver to a PC Ask your dealer for details Long messages can contain a maximum of 1024 characters 30 DTMF DUAL TONE MULTI FR CY CALLS Manuat Diatinc Keypad Mopets Memo 1 Press and hold the PTT switch then enter the desired digits using the front panel keypad If your dealer has activated the Keypad Auto PTT function you need not press the PTT switch while pressing the keys on the keypad in Conventional systems The DTMF code will be sent automatically when you press a key Meton 2 Enter the desired digits using the front panel keypad maximum of 16 digits After entering the complete number press the PTT switch Conventional systems the DTMF code is transmitted after pressing the PTT switch Trunking systems the DTMF code is transmitted after a connection is established Releasing the PTT switch before a connection is established will stop the transmission from occurring In RIC Repeater Inter Connect Trunking systems the DTMF code is transmitted after a connection with the telephone system is established Press the key programmed as Autodial followed by the Side 2 key to automatically connect to the repeater and transmit the DTMF code Note If you switch the power OFF before sending the number the number will be cleared from memory 31 STORE AND SEND Store and send allows you to make DTMF calls without the need for a DTMF key
28. 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 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
29. nsceivers This distorts everybody s voice while transmitting and corrects the voice message on your own transceiver when you receive the call To activate the scrambler press the key programmed as Scrambler icon appears on the display while the scrambler is active To deactivate the scrambler press the Scrambler key again Note There are 2 options for using the scrambler Your dealer can activate or deactivate the built in scrambler function of the transceiver or they can add a more secure optional scrambler board to your transceiver Ask your dealer for details Key Lock This function is used to help prevent any accidental operation of the transceiver To lock the transceiver keys press and hold the key programmed as Key Lock for 1 second LOCKE TI momentarily appears on the display can continue to use the following programmable functions and or keys if available Auxiliary orange key Key Lock Side 1 key Side 2 key PTT switch and Power switch Volume control To unlock the keys press and hold the Key Lock key again for 1 second 39 TRANSCEIVER BACKLIGHT To turn the transceiver display backlight on press the key programmed as Lamp Pressing any key other than the PTT switch and the Power switch Volume control while the backlight is on will reset the lamp timer allowing the backlight to remain lit for an additional 5 seconds To turn the display backlight off immediately pr
30. ons In explosive atmospheres inflammable gas dust particles metallic powders grain powders etc While taking on fuel or while parked at gasoline service stations Near explosives or blasting sites In aircrafts In medical institutions or near persons using pacemakers caution 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 When operating the transceiver in areas where the air is dry it is easy to build up an electric charge static electricity When using a earphone accessory in such conditions it is possible for the transceiver to send
31. pack and transceiver firmly together until the release latch clicks locking it in place Lock the safety catch into place to prevent accidentally pressing the release latch and removing the battery To remove the battery pack lift the safety catch on the base of the transceiver then press the release latch underneath the safety catch while pulling the battery pack away from the transceiver Note the battery pack safety catch use a piece of hardened plastic or metal such as a screwdriver that is no more than6 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 While operating the transceiver using a Li ion or Ni MH battery pack in areas with an ambient temperature of 10 C 14 F and lower operating time may be shortened INSTALLING RemovinG ALKALINE BATTERIES Do not install batteries in a hazardous environment where sparks could cause an explosion Never discard batteries in fire extremely high temperatures can cause batteries to explode Do not short circuit the battery case terminals Do not use rechargeable batteries Note Ifyou do not plan to use the transceiver for a long period remove the batteries from the battery case This battery case has been designed for tran
32. pad 1 Press the key programmed as Autodial appears on the display 2 Rotate the selector to select a digit Alternatively you can enter the digits by using the DTMF keypad keypad models only 3 Press the C gt key to accept the entered digit and move the next digit Press the A key to delete an incorrect character Press hold the A key to delete all entered characters 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to enter the entire number You can enter up to 16 digits 5 Press the PTT switch to make the call or the Side 2 key to page the selected recipient AuTODIAL Autodial allows you to store 16 names up to 8 characters per name and DTMF numbers up to 16 digits per number These operations can be performed with or without a DTMF keypad 5 08186 DTMF Numeers 1 Press the key programmed as Autodial Programming If programmed by your dealer you can also press hold the key for 1 second The first entry in the Autodial list appears on the display 2 Press the lt and C gt keys rotate the selector or enter an appropriate number using the DTMF keypad 01 16 to select your desired Autodial list number Press and hold the Side 1 key to toggle the display between the list number and the entry name 32 3 Press the or key to confirm the list number 4 Enter the desired name for the list entry using the DTMF keypad If enabled by your dealer you can also rotate
33. programmed with the Emergency function you can make emergency calls Note Only the Auxiliary orange key can be programmed with the Emergency function 1 Press hold the key programmed as Emergency Depending 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 the preset number of cycles Emergency mode will automatically end and the transceiver will return to the 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 36 ADVANCED OPERATIONS SELECTING A TRANSMIT POWER Each channel is programmed with either high or low transmit power by your dealer You can change the transmit power of only channels programmed with high transmit power When you can reliably communicate with other parties without using high transmit power select low transmit power by pressing the key programmed as Low Transmit Power
34. 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 To set the VOX Gain level perform the following steps 1 Connect the headset to the transceiver VOX function does not activate when a headset is not connected to the accessory terminal of the transceiver 22 2 Press the key programmed as VOX The current VOX Gain level appears 3 Press the lt B and C gt keys or rotate the selector 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 The transceiver does not transmit your voice during this test procedure 5 Press the 5 key to save the setting To activate the VOX function 1 Connect the headset to the transceiver The VOX function does not activate when a headset is connected to the accessory terminal of the transceiver 2 Press and hold the key programmed as
35. smitting at a power of approximately 1 W the low power setting on your transceiver If you want to transmit a stronger signal using the high power setting on your transceiver use an optional rechargeable battery pack 1 To open the battery case press on the two tabs on the upper rear of the case then pull the two halvs apart 2 Insert 6 AA LR6 Alkaline batteries into the battery case 86 sure to match the polarities with those marked in the bottom of the battery case 3 Align the tabs of the cover with the base then push down on the cover until it locks in place INSTALLING THE OPTIONAL ANTENNA Screw the antenna into the connector on the top of the transceiver by eed holding the antenna at its base and turning it clockwise until secure Note The antenna is neither a handle a key ring retainer nor a speaker microphone attachment point Using the antenna in these ways may damage the antenna and degrade your transceiver s performance INSTALLING THE Bett Note When first installing the belt clip you must remove the battery pack from the rear of the transceiver 1 Remove the 2 screws from the rear of the transceiver then remove the small plastic black covering that was held in place 2 Insert the belt clip mount into the space on the rear of the transceiver 3 Using the 2 screws affix the belt clip in place Note Do not dispose of the plastic black covering If you remove
36. tack memory The M icon lights when a message is stored in the stack memory TRANSMITTING 1 Select your desired zone channel group ID 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 28 3 Selcall Mode press the lt B and C gt keys rotate the selector or enter an appropriate number using the DTMF keypad to select the ID of the station you want to call Alternatively press and hold the S or key to enter Manual Dialing mode Using Manual Dialing you can enter digits with the DTMF keypad or selector When using the selector rotate it to select a digit then press the C gt key to accept the digit Repeat this process until the entire ID is entered 4 Press the S key to enter Status Mode 5 Press the lt B and C gt keys rotate the selector or enter an appropriate number using the DTMF keypad to select the status ID you want to transmit Alternatively press and hold the S or key to enter Manual Dialing mode Using Manual Dialing you can enter digits with the DTMF keypad or selector When using the selector rotate it to select a digit then press the C gt key to accept the digit Repeat this process until the entire ID is entered 6 Press the PTT switch to make the call or the Side 2 key to page the selected recipient Alternatively
37. tention U S A Only 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 5 voluntary participation in an industry program to collect and recycle Li ion batteries after their op
38. the belt clip replace the covering into the space on the rear of the transceiver Either this covering or the belt clip must be in place otherwise the battery pack may not remain installed properly INSTALLING THE CAP OVER THE SPEAKER MICROPHONE JACKS Install the cap over the speaker microphone jacks when not using an optional speaker microphone 1 Place the cap over the jacks so that the locking tabs insert into the transceiver grooves 2 While holding the cap in place push it towards the bottom of the transceiver until the tabs on the cap click into place Note To keep the transceiver water resistant you must cover the speaker microphone jacks with the supplied cap To remove the cap hold the top of the cap in place with your finger while inserting a 3 mm or smaller flat blade screwdriver under the bottom of the cap Slowly slide the screwdriver in until its tip touches the tab inside the cap then gently pry the cap up handle of screwdriver moving away from the transceiver to remove the cap INSTALLING THE OPTIONAL SPEAKER MICROPHONE 1 Insert the speaker microphone plugs into the speaker microphone jacks of the transceiver 2 Place the locking bracket over the speaker microphone plugs so that the locking tabs insert into the transceiver grooves 3 While holding the locking bracket in place push it towards the bottom of the transceiver until the tabs on the bracket click into place Note
39. to activate its programmable function page 15 Side 2 key Press to activate its programmable function page 15 S A lt B and C gt keys Press to activate their programmable functions page 15 42 DTMF keypad keypad models only Press the keys on the keypad to make DTMF calls page 31 13 Speaker microphone jacks Connect an optional speaker microphone here page 10 Otherwise keep the supplied cap in place 12 Indicator PINTE JAN Description This icon is not used on this transceiver Appears when QT DQT DTMF or 2 tone signaling is deactivated by pressing the Monitor key or when Squelch is open by pressing the Squelch Off key In Conventional zones appears when using 2 tone or DTMF signaling In Trunking zones TK 3173 only appears when receiving dispatch calls with a Fix ID or Group ID if enabled by your dealer For TK 3173 transceivers this icon will not appear in Conventional zones if it is set to appear for Trunking zones Appears when the Talk Around function has been activated Appears while scanning Lights when a message is stored in the stack memory Flashes when you receive anew message Appears when the selected channel is programmed as priority TK 3173 Only Appears when the selected group is programmed as telephone IDs Flashes when performing an auto telephone search Indicator Description Appears
40. ver 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 circuited 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 The battery may generate heat or smoke rupture or burst into flame 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 Do not reverse charge or reverse connect the battery The battery pack has positive and
41. when using low transmit power Appears when the scrambler function is activated Displays the battery status The battery icon with all 3 strength bars represents full power while an empty battery icon represents very low power Appears when the selected zone is added to the scanning sequence Appears when the VOX function has been activated Appears when the AUX function has been activated Appears when the OST function has been activated Appears when the selected group ID or channel is added to the scanning sequence 14 Displays the zone group ID and channel numbers Your dealer can program zone group ID and channel names with up to 8 characters in place of numbers Also displays received FleetSync messages PROGRAMM FUNCTIONS The Auxiliary Side 1 Side 2 S A lt B and C gt keys pages 11 and 12 be programmed with the functions below Please contact your dealer for further details on these functions Note The selector can be programmed as either CH GID Up Down or Zone Up Down Your dealer can also enable the selector to be used when making setting adjustments as an optional method for using the lt B and C gt keys 2 tone e Autodial Autodial Programming Auto Telephone AUX Call1 2 CH GID Down CH GID Up Channel Entry Direct CH GID 1 4 Display Character Emergency 2 Home CH GID Key Lock La
42. xcessive current will flow and the battery may generate heat or smoke rupture or burst into flame It will also cause metal objects to heat up Do not incinerate or apply heat to the battery If the insulator is melted the gas release vent or safety function is damaged or the electrolyte is ignited the battery may generate heat or smoke rupture or burst into flame Do not use or leave the battery near fires stoves or other heat generators areas reaching over 80 C 176 F If the polymer separator is melted due to high temperature an internal short circuit may occur in the individual cells and the battery may generate heat or smoke rupture or burst into flame Do not immerse the battery in water or get it wet by other means 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 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 o
43. y channel this channel is the revert zone and channel Priority Talkback If your dealer has programmed the Priority channel this channel is the revert zone and channel The transceiver talks back on the current receive channel Note Priority and Priority Talkback are not available for Trunking Systems 26 ALPHANUMERIC 2 WAY PAGING FUNCTION FleetSync is an Alphanumeric 2 way Paging Function and is a protocol owned by KENWOOD Corporation FleetSync enables a variety of paging functions on your transceiver some of which depend on dealer programming SELCALL CaLLinG A Selcall is a voice call to a particular station or to a group of stations TRANSMITTING 1 Select your desired zone channel group ID 2 Press the key programmed as Selcall or Selcall Status to enter Selcall Mode 3 Press the lt B and C gt keys rotate the selector or enter an appropriate number using the DTMF keypad to select the ID of the station you want to call Alternatively press and hold the S or key to enter Manual Dialing mode Using Manual Dialing you can enter digits with the DTMF keypad or selector When using the selector rotate it to select a digit then press the C gt key to accept the digit Repeat this process until the entire ID is entered 4 Press the PTT switch to make the call or the Side 2 key to page the selected recipient ReceIviNG An alert tone will sound t
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