TK-2312/ TK-3312
VHF FM TRANSCEIVER/
UHF FM TRANSCEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR FM VHF/
ÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR FM UHF
MODE D’EMPLOI
TRANSCEPTOR FM VHF/
TRANSCEPTOR FM UHF
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
RICETRASMETTITORE FM VHF/
RICETRASMETTITORE FM UHF
MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI
VHF-FM-TRANSCEIVER/
UHF-FM-TRANSCEIVER
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
VHF FM ZENDONTVANGER/
UHF FM ZENDONTVANGER
GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING
VHF FM EL TELSİZİ/
UHF FM EL TELSİZİ
KULLANIM KILAVUZU
ΠΟΜΠΟΔΕΚΤΗΣ VHF FM/
ΠΟΜΠΟΔΕΚΤΗΣ UHF FM
ΟΔΗΓΙΕΣ ΧΡΗΣΗΣ
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THANK YOU
We are grateful you have chosen Kenwood for your land
mobile radio applications.
NOTICES TO THE USER
Government law prohibits the operation of unlicensed radio
transmitters within the territories under government control.
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Illegal operation is punishable by fine and/or imprisonment.
Refer service to qualified technicians only.
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Safety: It is important that the operator is aware of, and
understands, hazards common to the operation of any
transceiver.
Information on Disposal of Old Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Batteries
(applicable for EU countries that have adopted separate waste collection systems)
Products and batteries with the symbol (crossed-out wheeled bin) cannot be
disposed as household waste.
Old electrical and electronic equipment and batteries should be recycled at
a facility capable of handling these items and their waste byproducts.
Contact your local authority for details in locating a recycle facility nearest
to you.
Proper recycling and waste disposal will help conserve resources whilst
preventing detrimental effects on our health and the environment.
Notice: The sign "Pb" below the symbol for batteries indicates that this
battery contains lead.
Firmware Copyrights
The title to and ownership of copyrights for firmware embedded in
Kenwood product memories are reserved for Kenwood Corporation.
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PRECAUTIONS
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Do not charge the transceiver and battery pack when they are wet.
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Ensure that there are no metallic items located between the
transceiver and the battery pack.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Do not immerse the transceiver in water.
Always switch the transceiver power off before installing optional
accessories.
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For safety reasons, we recommend that the AC adapter (for the
battery charger) should be connected to an easily accessible AC
socket.
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Turn the transceiver power off in the following locations:
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In explosive atmospheres (inflammable gas, dust particles, metallic
powders, grain powders, etc.).
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While taking on fuel or while parked at gasoline service stations.
Near explosives or blasting sites.
In aircrafts. (Any use of the transceiver must follow the instructions
and regulations provided by the airline crew.)
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Where restrictions or warnings are posted regarding the use of
radio devices, including but not limited to medical facilities.
Near persons using pacemakers.
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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.
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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.
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Use of the transceiver while you are driving may be against traffic
laws. Please check and observe the vehicle regulations in your
area.
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Do not expose the transceiver to extremely hot or cold conditions.
Do not carry the battery pack with metal objects, as they may short
the battery terminals.
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Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced; replace
only with the same type.
When operating the transceiver in areas where the air is dry, it is
easy to build up an electric charge (static electricity). When using
an earphone accessory in such conditions, it is possible for the
transceiver to send 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.
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Information concerning the battery pack:
The battery pack includes flammable objects such as organic
solvent. Mishandling may cause the battery to rupture
producing flames or extreme heat, deteriorate, or cause other
forms of damage to the battery. Please observe the following
prohibitive matters.
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Do not disassemble or reconstruct battery!
The battery pack has a safety function and protection circuit to
avoid danger. If they suffer serious damage, the battery may
generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.
Do not short-circuit the battery!
Do not join the + and – terminals using any form of metal (such
as a paper clip or wire). Do not carry or store the battery pack in
containers holding metal objects (such as wires, chain-necklace or
hairpins). If the battery pack is short-circuited, excessive current will
flow and the battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst
into flame. It will also cause metal objects to heat up.
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Do not incinerate or apply heat to the battery!
If the insulator is melted, the gas release vent or safety function is
damaged, or the electrolyte is ignited, the battery may generate
heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.
Do not leave the battery near fire, stoves, or other heat
generators (areas reaching over 80°C)!
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.
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Avoid immersing the battery in water or getting it wet by other
means!
If the battery becomes wet, wipe it off with a dry towel before use. If
the battery’s protection circuit is damaged, the battery may charge
at extreme current (or voltage) and an abnormal chemical reaction
may occur. The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or
burst into flame.
Do not charge the battery near fire 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.
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Use only the specified charger and observe charging
requirements!
If the battery is charged in unspecified conditions (under high
temperature over the regulated value, excessive high voltage or
current over regulated value, or with a remodeled charger), it may
overcharge or an abnormal chemical reaction may occur. The
battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.
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Do not pierce the battery with any object, strike it with an
instrument, or step on it!
This may break or deform the battery, causing a short-circuit. The
battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.
Do not jar or throw the battery!
An impact may cause the battery to leak, generate heat or smoke,
rupture, and/or burst into flame. If the battery’s protection circuit
is damaged, the battery may charge at an abnormal current (or
voltage), and an abnormal chemical reaction may occur. The
battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.
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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.
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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 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.
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Do not touch a ruptured and leaking battery!
If the electrolyte liquid from the battery gets into your eyes, wash
your eyes with fresh water as soon as possible, without rubbing
your eyes. Go to the hospital immediately. If left untreated, it may
cause eye-problems.
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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.
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Do not use an abnormal battery!
If the battery pack emits a bad odor, appears to have different
coloring, is deformed, or seems abnormal for any other reason,
remove it from the charger or operating equipment and do not use
it. The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into
flame.
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CONTENTS
UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT .....................................1
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES............................................................1
PREPARATION .....................................................................................2
INSTALLING/ REMOVING THE (OPTIONAL) BATTERY PACK.....2
INSTALLING THE (OPTIONAL) ANTENNA....................................3
INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP.........................................................3
INSTALLING THE SPEAKER/ MICROPHONE JACKS COVER.....4
INSTALLING THE OPTIONAL SPEAKER/ MICROPHONE
(OR HEADSET)...............................................................................4
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK (OPTIONAL BATTERY
CHARGER)......................................................................................5
ORIENTATION.......................................................................................6
DISPLAY..........................................................................................8
PROGRAMMABLE AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS...................................10
BASIC OPERATIONS .........................................................................11
SWITCHING POWER ON/ OFF....................................................11
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME..........................................................11
SELECTING A ZONE AND CHANNEL.........................................12
TRANSMITTING ...........................................................................12
RECEIVING...................................................................................12
SCAN ...................................................................................................13
PRIORITY SCAN...........................................................................13
TEMPORARY CHANNEL LOCKOUT ...........................................13
SCAN DELETE/ADD.....................................................................14
SCAN REVERT.............................................................................14
SIGNALING.........................................................................................15
OPTIONAL SIGNALING ...............................................................15
OPERATOR SELECTABLE TONE (OST) .....................................15
FleetSync............................................................................................16
SELCALL (SELECTIVE CALLING)................................................16
STATUS MESSAGES....................................................................17
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SHORT MESSAGES.....................................................................18
GPS REPORT...............................................................................18
DTMF CALLS ......................................................................................19
AUTODIAL.....................................................................................19
STUN.............................................................................................19
DTMF NUMBER DISPLAY............................................................19
5-TONE SIGNALING...........................................................................20
MY ID ............................................................................................20
SELCALL (SELECTIVE CALLING)................................................20
VOICE OPERATED TRANSMISSION (VOX).....................................22
VOX OPERATION.........................................................................22
VOX GAIN LEVEL.........................................................................22
ADVANCED OPERATIONS ................................................................23
TRANSMIT POWER .....................................................................23
CALLING ALERT (FleetSync/ MDC-1200 ONLY) .........................23
KEY LOCK.....................................................................................23
SEND THE GPS DATA .................................................................23
EMERGENCY CALLS ...................................................................24
TALK AROUND.............................................................................24
VOICE SCRAMBLER....................................................................25
MONITOR/ SQUELCH OFF..........................................................26
TRANSCEIVER BACKLIGHT........................................................26
DIRECT ZONE-CHANNEL............................................................26
BACKGROUND OPERATIONS..........................................................27
TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT) ..............................................................27
BATTERY SAVER .........................................................................27
BATTERY POWER INDICATOR ...................................................27
SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR ................................................27
BUSY CHANNEL LOCKOUT (BCL)..............................................28
COMPANDER ...............................................................................28
PTT ID...........................................................................................28
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UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT
Carefully unpack the transceiver. If any of the items listed
below are missing or damaged, file a claim with the carrier
immediately.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
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Speaker/ microphone jack cover ............................................1
Speaker/ microphone locking bracket ....................................1
Belt clip (KBH-10)...................................................................1
Screw set
M3 x 6 mm (black) ................................................................. 1
M3 x 8 mm............................................................................. 2
Instruction manual ..................................................................1
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Note: Refer to "PREPARATION" {page 2} for accessory installation
instructions.
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PREPARATION
INSTALLING/ REMOVING THE (OPTIONAL) BATTERY PACK
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Do not short the battery terminals or dispose of the battery by
fire.
Never attempt to remove the casing from the battery pack.
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Align the battery pack with the
back of the transceiver, then
press the battery pack and
transceiver firmly together until
the release latch on the base
of the transceiver locks.
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To remove the battery pack, lift
the safety catch on the base of
the transceiver, then press the
release latch underneath the
safety catch.
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While pressing the release
latch, pull the battery pack
away from the transceiver.
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INSTALLING THE (OPTIONAL) ANTENNA
Screw the antenna into the connector
on the top of the transceiver by
holding the antenna at its base and
turning it clockwise until secure.
Antenna
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 BELT CLIP
If necessary, attach the belt clip using
the two supplied M3 x 8 mm screws.
Note: If the belt clip is not installed, its
mounting location may get hot during
continuous transmission or when left
sitting in a hot environment.
Belt clip
Do not use glue which is designed to prevent screw loosening when
installing the belt clip, as it may cause damage to the transceiver.
Acrylic ester, which is contained in these glues, may crack the
transceiver’s back panel.
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INSTALLING THE SPEAKER/ MICROPHONE JACKS
COVER
If you are not using a speaker/
microphone, install the cover over
the speaker/ microphone jacks using
the supplied M3 x 6 mm (black)
screw.
Note: To keep the transceiver water
resistant, you must cover the speaker/
microphone jacks with the supplied
cover.
Speaker/ microphone
jack cover
INSTALLING THE OPTIONAL SPEAKER/ MICROPHONE
(OR HEADSET)
1
Insert the speaker/ microphone
(or headset) plugs into the
speaker/ microphone jacks.
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Attach the locking bracket using
the supplied M3 x 6 mm (black)
screw.
Note: The transceiver is not fully
water resistant while using the
speaker/ microphone.
Speaker/ microphone locking
bracket
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CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK (OPTIONAL BATTERY
CHARGER)
The battery pack is not charged at the factory; charge it before use.
ATTENTION: Always switch OFF a transceiver equipped with a
battery pack before inserting the transceiver into the charger.
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Plug the AC adapter cable into the
jack on the rear of the charger.
Plug the AC adapter into an AC
outlet.
Slide a battery pack or transceiver
equipped with a battery pack into
the charging slot of the charger.
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Make sure the metal contacts of the
battery pack mate securely with the
charger terminals.
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The indicator lights red and
charging begins.
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When charging is complete, the
indicator lights green. Remove the
battery pack or transceiver from the
charger.
Charging slot
Indicator
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It takes approximately 3 hours to
charge the battery pack.
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When the charger will not be used
for a long time, unplug the AC
adapter from the AC outlet.
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When the indicator blinks red, the battery pack is either
defective or the battery pack contacts are not properly mated
with those of the charger.
The ambient temperature should be between 5°C and 40°C
while charging is in progress. Charging outside this range may
not fully charge the battery.
The battery pack life is over when its operating time decreases even
though it is fully and correctly charged. Replace the battery pack.
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ORIENTATION
Antenna
Speaker
Battery pack
Microphone
Selector
Rotate to change the operating zone or channel.
The default setting is [Zone Up/ Down].
LED indicator
Refer to the table on page 7 for the LED indicator status.
Power switch/ Volume control
Turn clockwise to switch the transceiver ON. To switch the
transceiver OFF, turn counterclockwise until a click sounds.
Rotate to adjust the volume level.
PTT (Push to Talk) switch
Press and hold, then speak into the microphone to transmit.
Side 1 key
Press to activate its programmable function.
The default setting is [Squelch Off Momentary].
Side 2 key
Press to activate its programmable function.
The default setting is [Lamp].
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S, A, <B, C> keys
Press to activate their programmable functions.
S key: The default setting is [None] (no function).
A key: The default setting is [None] (no function).
<B key: The default setting is [Channel Down].
C> key: The default setting is [Channel Up].
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keys
Press to activate their programmable functions.
The default setting is [None] (no function).
Speaker/ Microphone jacks
Insert the Speaker/ Microphone or Headset plug into this
jack.
LED Indicator Status
Indicator Color
Lights red
Meaning
Transmitting
Lights green
Blinks red
Receiving a call
Battery power is low while transmitting
Blinks orange/
blue*
Receiving an encoded call (DTMF signaling,
etc.)
* Your dealer can set the LED to blink either orange or blue for
FleetSync, DTMF, or 5-tone operation.
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DISPLAY
Indicator
Description
Displays the strength of received
signals {page 27}.
Appears when the Monitor or Squelch
Off function has been activated.
Appears when using DTMF or QT/DQT
+ Optional Signaling, etc.
Appears while using the Talk Around
function.
Appears while scanning.
Appears when a message is stored in
the transceiver stack memory. Blinks
when a new message has arrived.
The selected channel is set as a
Priority channel.
Appears while using low transmit power
on the selected channel.
Appears when the Scrambler function
has been activated.
Displays the current battery status
{page 27}.
The selected zone is added to the
scanning sequence.
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Indicator
Description
The selected channel is added to the
scanning sequence.
Appears while using the VOX function.
Displays the zone and channel
number or name as well as FleetSync
messages and DTMF codes, etc.
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PROGRAMMABLE AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS
The Side 1, Side 2, S, A, <B, C>,
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, and keys can be
programmed with the functions listed below. Please contact
your dealer for further details on these functions.
Note:
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The Selector can be programmed as either [Zone Up/Down] or
[Channel Up/Down].
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[Emergency] can be programmed only on the Side 1 and
Side 2 key.
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None (No function)
Autodial 1
Call 1
Call 2
Call 3
Calling Alert 1
Channel Down
Channel Up
Direct Zone-Channel
Display Character
Digit 1 x Down 2
Digit 10 x Down 2
Digit 1 x Up 2
Digit 10 x Up 2
Emergency
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Operator Selectable Tone
(OST)
Scan
Scan Delete/Add
Scrambler
Selcall
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Selcall + Status 1
Send the GPS Data
Squelch Level
Squelch Off
Squelch Off Momentary
Status 1
Status 1 1
Status 2 1
Status 3 1
Talk Around
VOX
Zone Down
Zone Up
Key Lock
Lamp
Lone Worker
Low Transmit Power
Monitor
Monitor Momentary
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Available for FleetSync/ MDC-1200 only.
Available for 5-tone only.
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BASIC OPERATIONS
SWITCHING POWER ON/ OFF
Turn the Power switch/ Volume control clockwise to switch the
transceiver ON.
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A beep sounds and the display momentarily lights up.
If the Transceiver Password function is programmed,
“PASSWORD” appears on the display. 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
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If your transceiver is password protected, you must first
enter the password before you can use the transceiver.
1
Rotate the Selector to select the first digit of the
password.
2
Press the C> key to accept the entry and move to the
next digit.
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Press the A key to delete an incorrect digit.
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4
Repeat steps 1 and 2 to enter the entire password.
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The password can contain a maximum of 6 digits.
Press the S key to confirm the entered password.
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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 counterclockwise
decreases it.
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You may need to adjust the volume more precisely while
communicating with other parties.
Note: If your dealer programmed [Squelch Off] or [Squelch
Off Momentary] onto a PF key, you can use that key to hear
background noise while adjusting the volume level.
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SELECTING A ZONE AND CHANNEL
Select the desired zone using the Selector or the keys
programmed as [Zone Up]/ [Zone Down].
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The default setting for the Selector is [Zone Up/ Down].
Select the desired channel using the Selector or the keys
programmed as [Channel Up]/ [Channel Down].
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The default setting for the <B key is [Channel Down].
The default setting for the C> key is [Channel Up].
Names can be programmed for channels, with up to 8
characters each. The transceiver will display either the
channel name or the zone and channel number. Press the key
programmed as [Display Character] to toggle between the
two displays.
TRANSMITTING
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2
Select your desired zone and channel (above).
Press the key programmed as [Monitor] or [Squelch Off]
to check whether or not the channel is free.
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If the channel is busy, wait until it becomes free.
3
Press the PTT switch and speak into the microphone in
your normal speaking voice.
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For best sound quality at the receiving station, hold the
microphone approximately 1.5 inches (3 ~ 4 cm) from your
mouth.
4
Release the PTT switch to receive.
RECEIVING
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Select your desired zone and channel (above).
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Alternatively, you can turn the Scan function on if desired.
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When you hear a caller’s voice, readjust the volume as
necessary.
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SCAN
Scan monitors for signals on the transceiver channels. While
scanning, the transceiver checks for a signal on each channel
and stops only if a matching signal is present.
To start/stop scanning, press the key programmed as [Scan].
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The
indicator appears during Scan.
When a signal is detected, Scan pauses at that channel. The
transceiver will remain on the busy channel until the signal is no
longer present, at which time Scan resumes.
Note: To use Scan, there must be at least 2 channels added to the
scanning sequence.
PRIORITY SCAN
If a Priority channel has been programmed, the transceiver
will automatically change to the Priority channel when a call is
received on that channel, even if a call is being received on a
normal channel.
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The
indicator appears when the selected channel is the Priority
channel (depending on dealer setting).
TEMPORARY CHANNEL LOCKOUT
During scan, you can temporarily remove specific channels
from the scanning sequence by momentarily pressing the key
programmed as [Scan Delete/Add] while Scan is paused at
the undesired channel. To temporarily remove a zone, press
and hold the [Scan Delete/Add] key while Scan is paused at a
channel in the undesired zone.
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The channel/zone is no longer scanned. However, when scanning
is ended and restarted, the Scan settings return to normal.
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SCAN DELETE/ADD
You can add and remove zones and/or channels to and from
your scan list.
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2
Select your desired zone and/or channel.
Press the key programmed as [Scan Delete/Add]
to remove a channel or press and hold the key for
approximately 1 second to remove a zone.
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The channel add indicator (
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selected channel is added to the scan sequence.
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The zone add indicator (
) appears when the
selected zone is added to the scan sequence.
SCAN REVERT
The Scan Revert channel is the channel selected when you
press the PTT switch to transmit during scan. Your dealer can
program one of the following types of Scan Revert channels:
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Selected: The last channel selected before scan.
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Selected + Talkback: Same as “Selected”, plus you can respond
to calls on the channel at which scan is paused.
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Priority: The Priority channel.
Priority + Talkback: Same as “Priority”, plus you can respond to
calls on the channel at which scan is paused.
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Last Called + Selected: The last channel on which you receive
a call. If you have not yet received a call, then the last channel
selected before scan.
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SIGNALING
Quiet Talk (QT)/ Digital Quiet Talke (DQT): Your dealer may
have programmed QT or DQT signaling on your transceiver
channels. QT and DQT signals allow you to ignore (not hear)
calls from other parties who are using the same channel.
MDC-1200: MDC-1200 is a data system using Audio
Frequency Shift Keying (AFSK).
OPTIONAL SIGNALING
Your dealer may also program several types of optional
signaling for your transceiver channels.
5-Tone Signaling: Refer to “5-TONE SIGNALING” on
page 20.
DTMF Signaling: DTMF Signaling opens the squelch only
when the transceiver receives a call containing a matching
DTMF code.
FleetSync Signaling: Refer to “SELCALL (SELECTIVE
CALLING)” on page 16.
OPERATOR SELECTABLE TONE (OST)
You can change the preset encode and decode tones for the
selected channel. Up to 40 OST pairs can be pre-programmed
by your dealer.
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Select your desired channel.
Press the key programmed as [Operator Selectable Tone
(OST)] to enter OST Select Mode.
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“OST” and the current OST number appear.
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Press the <B or C> key to select the desired OST table
number.
Use the transceiver the same as in a regular call; press the
PTT switch to transmit and release it to receive.
To exit OST mode and return to the preset encode and
decode tones, press the S key.
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FleetSync
FleetSync is an Alphanumeric 2-way Paging Function and is a
protocol owned by Kenwood Corporation.
Note:
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Your transceiver functions include either 5-tone Signaling or
FleetSync/ MDC-1200, but not both.
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MDC-1200 and FleetSync cannot be operated simultaneously.
However, they can be programmed for different zones.
SELCALL (SELECTIVE CALLING)
A Selcall is a voice call to a particular station or to a group of
stations.
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2
Select your desired zone and channel.
Press the key programmed as [Selcall] or [Selcall +
Status] to enter Selcall mode.
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The last selected station ID appears on the display.
3
4
Press the <B or C> key to select the ID of the station
you want to call.
Press the PTT switch and begin your conversation.
•
Alternatively, you can press the Side 2 key to page the
selected station, rather than making a voice call.
Receiving
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An alert tone will sound, the transceiver will automatically
enter Selcall Mode, and the calling station’s ID will appear
when a Selcall is received.
To respond to the call, press the PTT switch and speak into
the microphone.
Identification Codes
An ID code is a combination of a 3-digit Fleet number and
a 4-digit ID number. Each transceiver must have its own
Fleet and ID number.
Note: The ID range may be limited by programming.
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STATUS MESSAGES
You can transmit pre-programmed status messages by pressing
the keys programmed as [Status] and [Selcall + Status].
Status messages are 2-digit codes ranging from 10 to 99
(80 ~ 99 are reserved for special messages).
Transmitting
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1
2
Select your desired zone and channel.
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 target
Fleet/ ID is fixed and cannot be selected. Skip to step 5 to
continue.
3
In Selcall mode, press the <B or C> key to select the ID
of the station you want to call.
4
5
Press the S key to enter Status Mode.
Press the <B or C> key to select the status ID you want
to transmit.
6
Press the PTT switch or Side 2 key to initiate the Status
call.
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“COMPLETE” appears when the call has been successfully
transmitted.
Receiving
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The indicator will flash and a calling ID or text message
will appear when a Status call is received.
Press any key to return to normal operation.
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Reviewing Messages in the Stack Memory
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1
Press and hold the key programmed as [Selcall],
[Status], or [Selcall + Status] for 1 second to enter the
Stack memory.
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The last received message is displayed with the message
number.
2
3
Press the <B or C> key to select the desired message.
•
Press and hold the S key to toggle between the call ID/
message and the channel name.
Press the Side 1 key to return to normal operation.
•
To delete the selected message, press the A key. To
confirm the deletion, Press the S key.
•
To delete all messages, press and hold the A key for
1 second. To confirm the deletion, Press the S key.
SHORT MESSAGES
This transceiver can receive short data messages which
contain a maximum of 48 characters.
•
Received short messages are displayed the same as Status
messages. A maximum of 3 short message can be stored in the
stack memory, along with 5 Status messages.
GPS REPORT
To send your location data, you must first connect a GPS
microphone to the transceiver. GPS data can be transmitted
using 2 methods: auto transmission, and upon request only.
Ask your dealer for details.
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DTMF CALLS
AUTODIAL
Autodial allows you to quickly call DTMF numbers that have
been programmed onto your transceiver.
1
Press the key programmed as [Autodial].
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The last called number appears.
2
3
Press the <B or C> key to select your desired Autodial list
number.
Press the PTT switch to make the call.
•
Press the S key to exit without making a call.
STUN
This function is used when a transceiver is stolen or lost.
When the transceiver receives a call containing a stun code,
the transceiver becomes disabled. The stun code is cancelled
when the transceiver receives a call with a revive code.
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“STUN” appears while the transceiver is stunned.
DTMF NUMBER DISPLAY
Note: This features can only be activated when DTMF Signaling is
turned OFF.
When you receive a DTMF code containing at least 3 digits, it
will appear on the display. Each successive digit will continue
to scroll across the display within 1 second of the previous
digit. If no digit is received for more than 1 second, then when
a new digit is received, the display will clear and begin with the
new digit.
Press any key to cancel the DTMF number display.
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5-TONE SIGNALING
5-tone Signaling is enabled or disabled by your dealer. This
function opens the squelch only when the transceiver receives
the 5 tones programmed in your transceiver. Transceivers that
do not transmit the correct tones will not be heard.
Note: Your transceiver functions include either 5-tone Signaling or
FleetSync/ MDC-1200, but not both.
MY ID
Your dealer can program an ID number for your transceiver,
to identify you to other parties when you make a call. If set by
your dealer, you can edit the ID number:
1
2
3
If the ID number can be edited, it will appear on the display
when you turn the transceiver power ON.
To change the ID number, enter the new ID by rotating the
Selector.
Press the S key to complete the entry.
SELCALL (SELECTIVE CALLING)
A Selcall is a voice call to a station or group of stations.
Transmitting
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1
2
Select your desired zone and channel.
Press the key programmed as [Selcall] to enter Selcall
mode.
3
Press the <B or C> key to select the station you want to
call.
4
5
Press the S key to complete the entry.
Press the key programmed as [Call 1] to [Call 3] and
begin your conversation.
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Note: Additionally, you can also use the keys programmed as
[Digit 1x Down], [Digit 1x Up], [Digit 10x Down], and [Digit 10x
Up] to adjust the Selcall number. [Digit 1x Up/Down] increases/
decreases the Selcall number by 1 each time the key is pressed.
[Digit 10x Up/Down] increases/decreases the Selcall number by
10 each time the key is pressed.
Receiving
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When you receive a signal containing the correct tones,
squelch opens and you will hear the call.
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The LED indicator flashes orange.
To mute the speaker after squelch opens, press the key
programmed as [Monitor].
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•
Your dealer can program the Monitor function to close again
after a specific time period elapses.
If Transpond for 5-tone Signaling is programmed, an
acknowledgement signal is returned to the calling station.
If Call Alert for 5-tone Signaling is programmed, an alert tone
will sound when the correct tones are received.
Your dealer can program the transceiver to display the
received Selcall/Status.
To respond to the call, press the PTT switch and speak into
the microphone.
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VOICE OPERATED TRANSMISSION (VOX)
VOX operation allows you to transmit hands-free. This feature
can be activated or deactivated by your dealer.
VOX OPERATION
1
Press and hold the key programmed as [VOX] for
2 seconds to turn the VOX function ON (or OFF).
•
The VOX indicator (
function is ON.
) appears when the VOX
2
3
Connect a headset to the transceiver.
To transmit, simply speak into the microphone.
•
The transceiver recognizes sound levels depending on the
VOX Gain level.
4
When you finish speaking, transmission ends.
VOX GAIN LEVEL
1
Press the key programmed as [VOX] when the VOX
function is ON.
•
The current VOX Gain level appears on the display.
2
Press the <B or C> key to select your desired VOX Gain
level.
•
The VOX Gain can be adjusted from levels 1 (low sensitivity) to
10 (high sensitivity), and off. The default setting is level 5.
3
4
While adjusting the level, speak into the headset
microphone to test the sensitivity level. (Your voice is not
transmitted during this test procedure.)
•
If the VOX Gain is too sensitive, transmission will occur when
there is noise in the background. If it is not sensitive enough, it
will not pick up your voice when you begin speaking.
Press the S key to save the setting.
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ADVANCED OPERATIONS
TRANSMIT POWER
Each channel is programmed with either high or low transmit
power. On high transmit power channels, press the key
programmed as [Low Transmit Power] to change the transmit
power to low power (you cannot change low transmit power
channels to use high power).
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The indicator appears while using low transmit power.
CALLING ALERT (FleetSync/ MDC-1200 ONLY)
The Calling Alert tone alerts party members that you are
making a call. To make a call using Calling Alert:
1
Briefly press and hold the key programmed as [Calling
Alert].
•
Release the key to end the tone transmission.
2
Press the PTT switch and speak into the microphone in
your normal speaking voice.
KEY LOCK
Press and hold the key programmed as [Key Lock] for
2 seconds to lock the transceiver keys. Press and hold the
[Key Lock] key again to unlock the keys.
•
“LOCKED” appears when a key is pressed while the keys
are locked.
Note: You can still use the following keys and functions when Key
Lock is activated: [Emergency], [Lamp], [Monitor], [Monitor
Momentary], [Squelch Off], [Squelch Off Momentary], [Key
Lock], PTT.
SEND THE GPS DATA
Press the key programmed as [Send the GPS Data] when the
GPS unit has been installed, to send your positioning data to
the base station.
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EMERGENCY CALLS
If your transceiver has been programmed with the Emergency
function, you can make emergency calls.
1
Press and hold the key programmed as [Emergency].
•
Depending on the delay time programmed into your
transceiver, the length of time you must hold the Emergency
key will vary.
•
When the transceiver enters Emergency mode, the transceiver
will change to the Emergency channel and begin transmitting
based on how the transceiver is set up.
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 normal.
Lone Worker Mode
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Lone Worker Mode is a safety feature built into the
transceiver. If the transceiver is not operated for a
pre-programmed period of time, the transceiver will emit a
tone and automatically enter Emergency operation.
Press and hold the key programmed as [Lone Worker] for
2 seconds to toggle the Lone Worker function ON or OFF.
TALK AROUND
During interruptions in service (such as a power failure), you
can continue to communicate by using the Talk Around feature.
Talk Around allows you to communicate directly with other
transceivers without the use of a repeater, as long as they are
not too far away or there are no geographical obstacles in the
way.
Press the key programmed as [Talk Around] to toggle the
Talk Around function ON or OFF.
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The indicator appears while Talk Around is activated.
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VOICE SCRAMBLER
The scrambler prevent others from easily listening 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 hear your call while
you are using the scrambler, all members must activate their
scrambler functions.
Press the key programmed as [Scrambler] to toggle the
Scrambler function ON or OFF.
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The indicator appears while the Scrambler is activated.
If necessary, you can change your transceiver scrambler code:
1
Press and hold the key programmed as [Scrambler] for
1 second.
•
The indicator and current scrambler code appear.
2
3
Press the <B or C> key to select your desired scrambler
code.
Press the S key to store the new setting.
•
After changing your scrambler code, be sure to inform all of
your group members of the new code so they can also reset
their transceivers. The scrambler function will not work with
transceivers set up with different scrambler codes.
Note: This function cannot be used in certain countries. Contact
your Kenwood dealer for further information.
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MONITOR/ SQUELCH OFF
You can use the key programmed as [Monitor] or [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.
Your dealer can program a key with one of 4 functions:
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Monitor: Press to deactivate all signaling. Press again to return
to normal operation.
Monitor Momentary: Press and hold to deactivate all signaling.
Release to return to normal operation.
Squelch Off: Press to hear background noise. Press again to
return to normal operation.
Squelch Off Momentary: Press and hold to hear background
noise. Release to return to normal operation.
Squelch Level
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If a key has been programmed as [Squelch Level], you
can readjust your transceiver’s squelch level.
1
Press the key programmed as [Squelch Level].
•
“SQL.LVL” and the current squelch level appear.
2
3
Press the <B or C> key to select the desired squelch
level from 0 (open) to 9 (tight).
Press the S key to store the new setting.
TRANSCEIVER BACKLIGHT
To turn the transceiver display and front panel key backlight on,
press the key programmed as [Lamp].
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The display and keypad remain lit for 5 seconds. Pressing any key
other than the PTT switch and the Power switch/ Volume control
while the backlight is on will reset the timer to 5 seconds.
If Auto Backlight is enabled, you can turn the transceiver
backlight off immediately by pressing the [Lamp] key.
DIRECT ZONE-CHANNEL
Press the key programmed as [Direct Zone-Channel] to
immediately select the lowest channel of the lowest zone.
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BACKGROUND OPERATIONS
TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT)
The Time-out Timer prevents you from using a channel for an
extended duration. If you continuously transmit for a preset
time, the transceiver will stop transmitting and an alert tone will
sound. Release the PTT switch.
BATTERY SAVER
When activated by your dealer, the Battery Saver function
decreases the amount of power used after no signal is present
and no operations are being performed for 5 seconds. When a
signal is received or an operation is performed, Battery Saver
turns off.
Note: While the Battery Saver is operating, the LED may flash
green when receiving a QT/DQT signal which does not match the
transceiver QT/DQT setting.
BATTERY POWER INDICATOR
The battery power indicator displays the battery power
remaining, as illustrated below.
Very Low
(flashing)
High
Sufficient
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 while transmitting.
SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR
The signal strength indicator displays the strength of received
calls, as illustrated below.
Strong
Medium
Weak
Very Weak
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BUSY CHANNEL LOCKOUT (BCL)
If BCL is set up by your dealer, you will be unable to transmit if
the channel is already in use. Use a different channel or wait
until the channel becomes free.
COMPANDER
If programmed by your dealer for a channel, the compander
will remove excessive noise from transmitted signals, to
provide higher clarity of signals.
PTT ID
PTT ID is the transceiver unique ID code which is sent each
time the PTT switch is pressed and/or released.
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