Intek KT-900EE Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI

DUAL BAND AMATEUR RADIO

VHF / UHF FM HANDHELD TRANSCEIVER

144-146 MHz / 128CH / 5W
430-440 MHz / 128CH / 4W

PC PROGRAMMABLE

Declaration of Conformity

With the present declaration, we certify that the following products :

INTEK KT-900EE

comply with all the technical regulations applicable to the above mentioned products
in accordance with the EC Directives 2006/95/EC, 2004/108/EC, 99/5/EC.

Type of product : Amateur Radio Equipment VHF/UHF

Details of applied standards : EN 301 783-2 V1.2.1, EN 301 489-1

EN 301 489-15, EN 60065

Manufacturer : INTEK S.R.L.

16, Via G. Marconi
20090 Segrate, Italy
Tel. [phone] / Fax. [phone]
E-mail : [e-mail]

Contact Reference : Armando Zanni

Tel. 3+3902 2695 0451 / Fax. [phone]
E-mail : [e-mail]

Segrate, 11/02/2011 dr. Vittorio Zanetti

(General Manager)

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

EC Certificate of Conformity

(to EC Directive 2006/95, 2004/108, 99/5)

NOTICE !

It is recommended to carefully read this owner’s manual before using the product. This will also help the user to
prevent using the radio in violation of the regulations valid in the country where the product is used, as well as to
avoid any possible interferences with other services.

RoHS

2002/95/EC

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Unpacking and checking parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Supplied accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Preliminary Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

Getting acquainted with the product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10

Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Menu Shortcut Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-12

Menu Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-19

FM Radio Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

User information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Index - Notice

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NOTICE !

This transceiver is programmable via PC, using the dedicated software and the PC interface
cable (optional items). Any programming or modification of the original default setting must be
made by a specialised technician or by an authorised service centre. Some functions of this
transceiver might be programmed in violation of the technical rules in force for the use of the VHF
and UHF FM bands. It is the user’s responsibility to check that any modification to the
programming will be done in compliance with the current regulations. Any modification to the
product, alteration of the internal circuit, of the external structure of the radio or any programming
in violation of the current regulations will automatically void the product certification and your right
to use the product. INTEK S.R.L. declines any responsibility concerning any modification of the
product, made by the user or by a third party, after delivery of the product.

NOTICE !

This transceiver has been factory programmed, in order to use the product immediately after
purchase. The programming includes the activation of channels/frequencies in the VHF and
UHF FM Amateur Bands, according to the technical rules in force for the use of this bands.

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Thank you !

Thank you for choosing INTEK for your amateur radio applications. This user friendly transceiver will
provide you with clear and reliable communications and will keep your professional activities at peak
efficiency. This transceiver incorporates the latest and most advanced technology, so you will be
pleased with its quality and its technical features.

Important notice !

The use of VHF and UHF FM transceivers is subject to the regulations applied in the country where the
product has to be used. As regulations are usually subject to possible modifications, please check the
current regulations in your country with your dealer or local supplier. INTEK does not take any
responsibility for illegal use and operation of this product not in accordance with the regulation of the
country where the product is used.

Safety notice

The user must know and understand the common risks related to the use of transceivers. Do not use
the transceiver in environments at risk of explosion (where there are gas, dusts, smokes, etc.). Do not
use the transceiver in service areas or fuel stations, on board aircrafts, etc.

Cautions

Please observe the following precautions, in order to avoid causing fire, personal injuries or damage to
the radio:

It is suggested that each transmitted message lasts a few minutes only, since very long
transmissions at the maximum transmitter RF output power may overheat the transmitter.

Do not alter or modify in any way your transceiver.

Do not expose the transceiver for a long time to direct sunlight and do not place it close to
heat sources.

Do not expose the transceiver to excessively dusty or damp places, do not place it on
unstable surfaces.

In case of anomalous smell or smoke that leaks out from the transceiver, turn it off immediately
and remove the battery pack. Please contact an authorised service center.

Please do not dispose off used battery with common garbage. Please use the dedicated
disposal containers.

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General Information

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Unpacking and Checking Parts - Supplied Accessories

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Unpacking and checking parts

Carefully unpack the product. Please identify all the parts listed below, before wasting the packaging. If
any part is missing or if the packaging shows any damage, please contact your dealer immediately.

Supplied accessories

Rubber flexible antenna with SMA connector

7.4V 1200mAh Li-Ion Rechargeable Battery Pack

Electronic Quick Desk Charger

Belt Clip

Speaker-microphone Jack Cover

User Manual

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Rubber flexible antenna

with SMA connector

Quick Desk Charger Li-Ion Battery Pack

Belt Clip Speaker-microphone

Jack Cover

User Manual

Preliminary Steps

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Battery charging

Connect the 230VAC adaptor charger to the desk type battery charger
and to a 230VAC outlet. The red Led will flash to confirm that the charger
is powered.

Insert the empty battery or the transceiver with the battery pack in the
battery charger. Please make sure that the charging contacts of the radio
are connected with the charging contacts of the charger cradle. The Red
Led will light then the device is ready to begin the charging process. The
charging time depends on the battery condition and capacity). When the
charging process has finished, the Red Led lights off and the Green Led
will light. Remove the battery pack or the transceiver from the battery
charger and disconnect it from the AC outlet.

Warning !

The battery is supplied empty and it has to be fully recharged before use.

Some complete cycles of charge/discharge will be necessary in order for the battery to reach a
peak efficiency level.

Please do not charge the battery again when it has just been charged. Otherwise, you may
damage the battery or reduce its life.

The battery charger does not switch OFF automatically when charging is complete, therefore
please remove battery or radio from the charger cradle and disconnect it from the AC outlet.

Do not recharge battery for more than 8 hours, in order to avoid battery overheating.

To install the battery

Place the battery pack on the radio as showed in the drawing (item 1).

Push the battery pack forward (item 2) until it is locked on the radio
(item 3).

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To remove the battery

To remove the battery pack, press the battery lock on the radio (item 1) and
push back the battery pack, as showed in the drawing (item 2).

Warning !

Please do not waste used batteries into the environment and do not trash them with the common
garbage. Please use the dedicated case for the collection of used up batteries at your supplier.

Do not attempt to open or remove the battery casing.

Do not short the battery terminals or throw the used batteries into fire.

Installing the antenna

Connect the antenna to the antenna connector located on the top panel of
the radio. Gently turn the antenna clockwise until locked.

Warning : Do not touch the antenna and do not move it close to a
microphone cable during transmission, as this might cause malfunction
and damage to the radio.

Preliminary Steps

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Preliminary Steps

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To install / to remove the belt clip

If necessary, attach the belt clip to the tranceiver,
making it slide along the fit runner placed on the rear
side of the battery (1) untill the lock will hook. To
remove the belt clip press the lock and slide the belt
clip away from the battery (2).

To install the external microphone (optional)

To install the external microphone, swing the protection cover of the external microphone/speaker jack.
This cover ensures the watertight integrity of the transceiver (spray-guard) that will not be ensured after
its removing. Insert the connector of the external microphone into the right jack.

In order to avoid mulfunction or damage to the transceiver, use only original microphones. Using non
original accessories will authomatically void the warranty.

Warning !

If an external earset-microphone is used, radio will not be splash proof.

Getting Acquainted with the Product

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GETTING ACQUAINTED WITH THE PRODUCT

1. Antenna

Rubber flexible antenna with SMA connector.

2. Power ON Switch and Volume Control

Switch on the transceiver turning the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to switch it off.
To increase the volume, turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to decrease it.

3. RX/TX LED Indicator

The LED indicator will light in green colour when the radio is receiving a signal and in red colour
during transmission.

4. Speaker

Built-in speaker.

5. LCD Display

Backlighted Dot Matrix LCD Display, provides clear reading and full information on every function
and status of the radio

6. UP/DOWN Keys

Frequency/Channels and menu operation selection keys.

7. MENU / CONFIRMATION Key

Press this key to Enter the menu mode. This key is also used to confirm the required function in
the menu mode.

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Getting Acquainted with the Product

8. Keypad

Backlighted rubber Keypad.

9. FUN (Exit) Key

This key is used in combination with other keys for select different functions. It is also used to exit
the programming menu.

10. Microphone

Built-in microphone.

11. PTT key (Push-To-Talk)

To transmit, press and keep pressed the PTT key (11), then speak into the microphone (10) with
your normal voice. To receive release the PTT key (11).

12. Lamp / Call Tone / FM RADIO Key

Quickly press this key to switch ON and OFF the LCD and keypad backlight function.
Press and hold this key to transmit the Call Tone Melody.
Press the FUN key (9) and the LAMP key (12) to enter the FM Radio Mode.

13. MONITOR Key

Press this key to open the Squelch and release it to close the Squelch.
This function opens Squelch in order to listen to the background noise and weak signals.

14. External earset-microphone jack rubber cover

This cover protects the external earset-microphone jack and makes the radio splash proof.

15. Desktop Charger Contacts

16. * Key

Radio has a Dual-Channel/Dual-Frequency LCD Display. The * key (16) is used to select the
desired upper line "A" (W) or lower line "B" (V) Channel/Frequency indication. (Please refer to the
LCD Display drawing). The arrowhead icons (R) indicate the selected Channel/Frequency A (W)
or B (V). For operating the Dual Watch function Dual Watch function, please refer to DW : Dual

Watch at page 18-19.

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Getting Acquainted with the Product

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LCD DISPLAY

A. Signal Digital Bar Meter

Indicates the received signal strenght in the receive mode.

B. FM Icon

Indicates that the receiver is in FM RADIO mode.

C. S Icon

When the dual watch function is OFF, it indicates the secondary receiving frequency.
Please refer to Dual Watch function (MENU 32) at page 18-19.

D. CTS Icon

The CTS indication is lighted when the CTCSS function is enabled.

E. DCS Icon

The DCS indication is lighted when the DCS function is enabled.

F. N Icon

It indicates the Narrow bandwidth mode. Please refer to W/N function (MENU 27) at page 17-18.

G. R Icon

The R icon is lighted when the Reverse function is enabled.

H.

+ -

Icons

The + and - icons indicate if the transmitting frequency is higher (+) or lower (-) than the receiving
frequency on the used channel. Please refer to RPTMOD function (MENU 21) at page 16.

I. SCR Icon

Not available on this model.

L. 1750 Hz tone Icon

1750 Hz tones transmitting indicator.

M. ANI Icon

Non available on this model.

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Getting Acquainted with the Product - Getting Started

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N. Numerical Indication

It shows the selected Channel/Memory Number and the function number in the Menu Mode.

O. Battery Level Indicator

It shows the current battery level condition.

P. Channel Scanning Icon

This Icon is lighed when the selected channel is programmed to the scanning list. Please refer to

SCNADD function (MENU item 24) at page 17.

Q.SSSS Icon

The SSSS icon (Q) is lighted when the power save mode is enabled.
Please refer to SAVE function (MENU 15) at page 15.

R. Selected Frequency/Channel Icon

The arrowhead icon (R) indicates the selected Channel/Frequency A (Upline) or B (Dowline).
Please refer to * Key (16) description at page 8.

S. Frequency Reading (75-25).

It shows the frequency decimals (KHz).

T. Keypad Lock Icon

The Lock icon is lighted when the keypad lock function has been enabled.

U. VOX Icon

The VOX icon is lighted when the VOX function has been enabled.

V. Lower Line Dot Matrix Indication ("B")

It provides full information on channel, frequency and all enabled functions.

W. Upper Line Dot Matrix Indication ("A")

It provides full information on channel, frequency and all enabled functions.

X. RF Digital Meter

It indicates the transmitter RF output power.

Y. H Icon

The H icon is lighted when the transmitter is in HIGH POWER mode.

GETTING STARTED
Power ON

Switch on the transceiver turning the Power/Volume knob (2) clockwise until you hear a click, the
transceiver now is in stand-by mode.

Volume adjustment

To adjust the volume, turn the volume knob (2) while using the MONITOR (13) key to listen to the
background noise of the channels.

Channel Mode

In CHANNEL MODE, press the UP/DOWN keys (6) to choose channels, or use numeric keys (8) to
input the desired channel number (from 1 to128).

Getting Started - Menu Shortcut Keys

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Frequency Mode

In FREQUENCY MODE, press the UP/DOWN keys (6) to select the desired frequancy, or use numeric
keys (8) to manually input the desired frequency number. (NOTE: The defaults frequency step is

12.5KHz. Refer to STEP function at page 16 to select the desired frequency step.

Transmission / Receiving

In order to transmit, press the PTT (11) key and speak with your normal voice, keeping the microphone
at about 4 cm from your mouth. The LED indicator (3) will light in red color. Release the PTT (11) key at
the end of transmission. When receiving a signal, the LED indicator (3) will light in green colour.
In VOX Mode, trasmission is automatically initiated by speaking into the microphone (10) and there is
no need to push the PTT key (11).

Channel Saving

In FREQUENCY MODE, to store the desired frequency in a memory channel, please proceed as follow :

1. Press FUN key (9); the FUNC indication (W) appears on the LCD display (5).

2. Press MENU key (7); the SAVE indication (W) appears on the LCD display (5).

3. Press UP/DOWN keys (6) to select the desired channel number (V), from 1 to 128.

4. Press MENU key (7) to confirm and store channel.

Channel Deletion

To delete a channel, radio must be in CHANNEL-FREQUENCY MODE (CHFREQ).

1. Select the channel to remove and then turn OFF the radio.

2. Hold on the * key while turn on the radio. The LCD will show DEL ? (W) and the selected channel

number (N).

3. Press the MENU key (7) to confirm. After operation, the transceiver will return to CHANNEL­FREQUENCY MODE.

MENU SHORTCUT KEYS

Press the FUN (9) key, then press the numeric key to enter appropriate items. This shortcut function is
same as the items of menu, but they more easy to operate the Two Way Radio.

FUN + 1 High / Low Power selection
FUN + 2 Squelch Level Setup
FUN + 3 Operating Mode : Channel Mode (CH) / Channel-Frequency Mode (CHFREQ) /

Frequency Mode (FREQ) / Name Mode (NAME)

FUN + 4 Single Channel/Frequency / Dual Channel/Frequency Switch
FUN + 5 VOX Function Setup
FUN + 6 Time-out Timer (TOT)
FUN + 7 CTCSS / DCS function in Receiving & Transmitting modes
FUN + 8 CTCSS / DCS in Receiving mode
FUN + 9 CTCSS / DCS in Transmitting mode
FUN + 0 Scan function (Please refer to SCAN Function at page 12)
FUN + # Reverse Frequency Function

(Please refer to REVERSE FREQUENCY Function at page 19)

FUN + * Emergency Channel Recall

(Please refer to MEM-CH function at page 14)

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FUN + MENU Store the frequency on selected channel
FUN Press and Hold the FUN key for 2 Seconds to Unlock the Keypad.
FUN + LAMP FM Radio Mode / Transceiver Mode switch.
MENU + * Keypad lock
LAMP Press and Hold the LAMP key for 2 Seconds to transmit the calling tone.

MENU OPERATION

Menu Sequences

SCAN --> TOT --> VOX --> CAL --> ROG --> BEEP --> KYLOCK --> MEM --> LED --> POW -->
APO --> CTSCAN --> DCSCAN --> SQL --> SAVE --> MODE --> C --> R --> T --> OFFSET -->
RPDMODE --> STEP --> FMR --> SCNADD --> CHNAME --> 1750EN --> W/N --> ARS --> VOXDL -->
TOA --> BCL --> DW --> REP

Menu Operation Details

Press the MENU key (7) to enter the MENU mode. Press the UP/DOWN keys (6) to select the desired
menu item, indicated by the flashing numerical indication (N) (from 01 to 33) and press the MENU key
(7) to confirm; the selected function will be indicated by the arrowhead (R). Press the UP/DOWN keys
(6) to select the desired feature and press the MENU key (7) to confirm and return to MENU mode, or
press the FUN key (9) to confirm and return to Stand-by status.

Note : This radio has a Dual Channel/ Dual Frequency 2-line reading LCD. User can operate on two
separate VHF or UHF frequencies or channels (A and B). The up (A) and down (B) Channel/Frequency
indications (W / V) will display different options/settings that can be set using the menu. The indications
can be selected by pressing the * key (16).

SCAN : Scan Modes (MENU 01)

In MENU mode, select the function 01 (N); the SCAN indication (W) will appear on the LCD display (5).
Press the MENU key (7) to confirm and press the UP/DOWN keys (6) to select the modes CO, TO
or SE.

CO : It is carrier scan mode. Scan stops on a signal until it is no more detected.
TO : Whenever a signal is detected, the radio will suspend the scan function for 5 seconds, and then it

will continue to scan even if the signal is still present.

SE : It is carrier scan mode. If a signal is detected, radio stop scanning and exits the Scan Mode.

Press the MENU key (7) to confirm the operation then press the UP/DOWN keys (6) to select other
functions or press the FUN key (9) to return to standby status.

Press FUN key (9) and 0 key to start automatic Scan function. Press FUN key (9) to stop scanning.

TOT : Time Out Timer Setup (MENU 02)

In MENU mode, select the item 02 (N); the TOT indication (W) will appear on the LCD display (5). Press
MENU key (7) to confirm and press the UP/DOWN keys (6) to select the desired transmitting time from
30 to 240 seconds or select OFF to disable the TOT function. Press the MENU key (7) to confirm the
operation then press the UP/DOWN keys (6) to select other functions or press the FUN key (9) to return
to standby status. This feature sets the maximum transmit time before going back to receive
automatically. The TOT function avoid to transmit for an endless time, in order to prevent overheating or
damage to the transceiver. After a programmable time of 30-240 seconds of uninterrupted transmission,
the transceiver automatically stops the transmission emitting a warning tone .

Menu Operation

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VOX : Handsfree Operation (MENU 03)

In MENU mode, select the item 03 (N); the VOX indication (W) will appear on the LCD display (5). Press
MENU key (7) to confirm and press the UP/DOWN keys (6) to select OFF (function disabled) or the
desired VOX level from 1 (low sensitivity) to 9 (high sensitivity). When the VOX function is enabled, the
VOX icon (U) appears on LCD display (5).
Press the MENU key (7) to confirm the operation then press the UP/DOWN keys (6) to select other
functions or press the FUN key (9) to return to standby status.
In VOX Mode, trasmission is automatically initiated by speaking into the microphone (10) and there is
no need to push the PTT key (11).

WARNING ! Please make sure that the ROGER BEEP function is disabled before enabling the
VOX Mode !

CAL : Call Tone Setting (MENU 04)

In MENU mode, select the item 04 (N); the CAL indication (W) will appear on the LCD display (5). Press
MENU key (7) to confirm and press the UP/DOWN keys (6) to select the desired call tone melodies (1,
2, 3, 4) or OFF (function disabled).
Press the MENU key (7) to confirm the operation then press the UP/DOWN keys (6) to select other
functions or press the FUN key (9) to return to standby status.
Press and hold the LAMP key (12) to transmit the Call Tone melody.

ROG : Roger Beep Tone Setup (MENU 05)

In MENU mode, select the item 05 (N); the ROG indication (W) will appear on the LCD display (5). Press
MENU key (7) to confirm and press the UP/DOWN keys (6) to select the desired Roger Beep tone (1, 2
or 3) or OFF (function disabled).
Press the MENU key (7) to confirm the operation then press the UP/DOWN keys (6) to select other
functions or press the FUN key (9) to return to standby status.
Roger Beep Tone feature enables you to send a Beep Tone at the end of each transmission after every
release of the PTT key (11). This will prompt any receiving unit that your transmission has ended.

BEEP : Keypad Tone (MENU 06)

In MENU mode, select the item 06 (N); the BEEP indication (W) will appear on the LCD display (5).
Press MENU key (7) to confirm and press the UP/DOWN keys (6) to select ON (keypad tone enabled)
or OFF (keypad tone disabled).
Press the MENU key (7) to confirm the operation then press the UP/DOWN keys (6) to select other
functions or press the FUN key (9) to return to standby status.

KYLOCK : Keypad Lock Setup (MENU 07)

In MENU mode, select the item 07 (N); the KYLOCK indication (W) will appear on the LCD display (5).
Press MENU key (7) to confirm and press the UP/DOWN keys (6) to select MANU or AUTO modes.

MANU : The keypad will be locked manually.
AUTO : The keypad will be auto-locked in about 15 seconds after the last key-press.

Press the MENU key (7) to confirm the operation then press the UP/DOWN keys (6) to select other
functions or press the FUN key (9) to return to standby status.

Press MENU key (7) and * key to manually lock the keypad.
Press and Hold the FUN key (9) for 2 Seconds to Unlock the Keypad.

Menu Operation

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