Jvc NX-P500 User Manual

NX-P500

UHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER

USER GUIDE

THANK YOU

We are grateful you have chosen KENWOOD for your Digital Transceiver
applications.

This User guide covers only the basic
operations of your radio. For a detailed
instruction manual, refer to the following
URL or QR code.

http://manual.kenwood.com/files/B5K-0516-00.pdf

Firmware Copyrights

The title to and ownership of copyrights for fi rmware embedded in
KENWOOD product memories are reserved for JVC KENWOOD
Corporation.

FEATURES

• Lightweight compact design using a lithium-ion battery pack, with a
sturdy, polycarbonate body.

LED with 7-selectable colors enables transceiver identifi cation at start-up.

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Digital Encryption / Analog Scrambling masks voice messages for privacy.

• Battery saver function improves battery life.
Button Lock / Super Lock prevent accidental changes to transceiver settings.

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• Equipped with Mixed Mode allowing for simple migration from analog to
digital communications.

• Audio accessory connector conforms to IP54/55/67.

COMMUNICATION DISTANCE

Open locations (no obstructions) Up to 5.6 miles (9 km)

Residential areas (near buildings) Up to 0.6 miles (1 km)

Note:

◆The listed ranges are based on fi eld testing and may vary with your
operating conditions.

B5A-2554-00 (K,P)

PRECAUTIONS

Observe the following precautions to prevent fi re, personal injury, and trans­ceiver damage.

• Do not charge the transceiver and bat tery 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 specifi ed by KENWOOD.

• If the die-cast chassis or other transceiver par t 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 sur faces.

• Ensure that the end of the antenna does not touch your eyes.

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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.

• Always switch the transceiver power off before installing optional accessories.

• The charger is the device that disconnects the unit from the AC mains line. The
AC plug should be readily accessible.

• To dispose of batteries, be sure to comply with the laws and regulations in your
countr y or region.

WARNING

Turn the transceiver power off before entering the following
locations:

• Near explosives or blasting sites.

• In aircraft. (Any use of the transceiver must follow the instructions and
regulations provided by the airline crew.)

• Where restrictions or warnings are posted regarding the use of radio devices,
including but not limited to medical facilities.

• Near persons wearing pacemakers.

• In explosive atmospheres (infl ammable gas, dust par ticles, metallic powders,
grain powders, etc.).

• While pumping fuel or while parked at gasoline service stations.

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 infl ates, the transceiver may be ejected and strike the
driver or passengers.

• Do not transmit while touching the antenna terminal or if any metallic par ts 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 batter y pack from the
transceiver, and contact your KENWOOD dealer.

• Use of the transceiver while you are driving may be against traffi c laws. Please
check and obser ve the vehicle regulations in your area.

• Do not expose the transceiver to extremely hot or cold conditions.

• Do not carry the battery pack (or batter y case) with metal objects, as they may
short the battery terminals.

Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced; replace only with the same t ype.

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INFORMATION CONCERNING THE BATTERY PACK

The battery pack includes fl ammable objects such as organic solvent.
Mishandling may cause the battery to rupture producing fl ames or extreme
heat, deteriorate, or cause other forms of damage to the battery. Please
observe the following prohibitive matters.

DANGER

• Do not disassemble or reconstruct battery.

• Do not short-circuit the bat tery.

• Do not incinerate or apply heat to the battery.

• Do not leave the bat tery near fi res, stoves, or other heat generators (areas
reaching over 80°C/ 176°F).

• Do not immerse the battery in water or get it wet by other means.

• Do not charge the battery near fi res or under direct sunlight.

• Use only the specifi ed charger and observe charging requirements.

• Do not pierce the battery with any object, strike it with an instrument, or
step on it .

• Do not jar or throw the battery.

• Do not use the battery pack if it is damaged in any way.

• Do not solder directly onto the batter y.

• Do not reverse the battery polarity ( and terminals ).

• Do not reverse-charge or reverse -connect the battery.

• Do not touch a ruptur ed and leaking battery.

If the electroly te liquid from the batter y 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 lef t untreated, it may cause eye-problems.

WARNING

• Do not charge the battery for longer than the specifi ed time.

• Do not place the batter y pack into a microwave or high pressure container.

• Keep ruptured and leaking battery packs away from fi re.

• Do not use an abnormal battery.

• Do not change or charge the battery in hazardous locations.

UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT

Carefully unpack the transceiver. We recommend that you identify the items
listed in the following list before discarding the packing material. If any items
are missing or have been damaged during shipment, fi le a claim with the
carrier immediately.

When not using an optional speaker/ microphone or headset, to keep the
transceiver water resistant, you must cover the speaker/ microphone jack
with the cap.

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

• Charger Pocket......................................................................................1

• AC adapter ............................................................................................1

• Li-ion Battery pack ................................................................................1

• Beltclip Holster ......................................................................................1

• Warranty card ........................................................................................1

• User guide .............................................................................................1

ORIENTATION

a

h

f

g

Power switch/ Volume control

a

e

Turn clockwise to switch ON the transceiver. To switch OFF the

transceiver, turn counterclockwise until a click sounds. Rotate to adjust
the volume level.

LED indicator

b

Indicates the transceiver status.

(UP) button

c

Press to change the operating channel, to select a menu in Setting

Mode, and to perform other functions.

(DOWN) button

d

Press to change the operating channel, to select a menu in Setting

Mode, and to perform other functions.

MENU button

e

Select the various functions. Press and hold while switching the power
ON to enter Setting Mode and to perform other functions.

PTT (Push to Talk) switch

f

Press and hold, then speak into the microphone to transmit.

SIDE button

g

Press before making a call to alert the other party members, or press to

select a unit ID to make a call and to perform other functions.

SP/MIC jack

h

Insert the speaker/ microphone or headset plug into this jack.

Antenna

b

Display

c
d

Microphone

Speaker

INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK

CAUTION

• Do not short the battery terminals or dispose of the batter y by fi re.

• Never attempt to remove the casing from the batter y pack.

battery cover

battery pack

a

lock Lever

1 Insert the battery pack into the battery

cover.

• Pay attention to the position of notch
of the battery pack.

2 Align the battery cover with the groove on

the back of the transceiver.

b

3

Slide the Lock lever (both side) to lock it.

• Slide the lock lever to the position
where the red seal will not be visible.
(There will be feedback in the form of
a click.)

BASIC OPERATION

Switch the Power ON

Switch the transceiver power ON by turning the Power
switch/ Volume control clockwise.

• A confi rmation tone sounds, the LCD lights up
momentarily, then the current channel number is
displayed.

Channel number

To switch the transceiver power OFF, turn the Power switch/ Volume control
fully counterclockwise, until a click sounds.

Adjust the Volume

Set your desired volume level by rotating the Power
switch/ Volume control.

• Clockwise increases the volume and counterclockwise
decreases the volume.

Note:

◆To adjust the volume using background noise as a
reference, use the Squelch off Function.

Select a Channel

Select a channel by pressing the

• A confi rmation tone sounds each time you press the
or button.

Make a Call
1 To make a call, press and hold the PTT switch,

then speak around the microphone area using
your normal speaking voice.

• Hold the microphone approximately 1.5
inches (3 to 4 cm) from your lips.

2 Release the PTT switch to receive.

or button.

RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY SAFETY INFORMATION

NOTICES TO THE USER

TERMINAL DESCRIPTIONS

This KENWOOD transceiver has been tested and complies with the
standards listed below, in regards to Radio Frequency (RF) energy and
electromagnetic energy (EME) generated by the transceiver.

• FCC RF exposure limits for Occupational Use Only. RF Exposure limits adopted
by the FCC are generally based on recommendations from the National Council
on Radiation Protection and Measurements, & the American National Standards
Institute.

• FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 Supplement C

• American National Standards Institute (C95.1 – 1992)

• American National Standards Institute (C95.3 – 1992)

WARNING

This KENWOOD transceiver generates RF EME while transmitting. RF
EME (Radio Frequency Electric & Magnetic Energy) has the potential
to cause slight thermal, or heating effects to any part of your body less
than the recommended distance from this radio transmitter’s antenna.
RF energy exposure is determined primarily by the distance to and the
power of the transmitting device. In general, RF exposure is minimized
when the lowest possible power is used or transmission time is kept to
the minimum required for consistent communications, and the greatest
distance possible from the antenna to the body is maintained. The
transceiver has been designed for and is classifi ed for Occupational Use
Only. Occupational/ controlled exposure limits are applicable to situations
in which persons are exposed to RF energy as a consequence of their
employment, and such persons have been made aware of the potential
for exposure and can exercise control over their exposure. This means
you can use the transceiver only if you are aware of the potential hazards
of operating a transceiver and are familiar in ways to minimize these
hazards. This transceiver is not intended for use by the general public in
uncontrolled environments. Uncontrolled environment exposure limits are
applicable to situations in which the general public may be exposed to RF
energy, or in which the persons who are exposed as a consequence of
their employment may not be fully aware of the potential for exposure or
cannot exercise control over their exposure.

The following list provides you with the information required to ensure that
you are aware of RF exposure and of how to operate this transceiver so that
the FCC RF exposure limitations are not exceeded.

• While transmit ting (holding the PTT switch or speaking with VOX enabled), always
keep the antenna and the radio at least 3 cm (1 3 /16 inches) from your body or
face, as well as from any bystanders. A LED on the top of the radio shows red
when the transmitter is operating in both PTT and VOX modes.

• Do not transmit for more than 50% of the total transceiver use time ; transmitting
over 50% of the total use time may exceed the limits in accordance to the FCC RF
exposure requirements. Nominal transceiver operation is 5% transmission time,
5% reception time, and 90 % stand-by time.

• Use only the specifi ed antenna for this transceiver; this may be either the antenna
provided with the transceiver or another antenna authorized by KENWOOD.

Use only KENWOOD authorized accessories (antennas, battery packs,
belt clips, Speaker/ Mics or headsets etc.): When worn on the body, always
place the radio in a KENWOOD recommended clip or carrying case meant
for this product. The use of other than recommended or approved body­worn accessories may result in RF exposure levels which exceed the FCC’s
occupational/ controlled environment RF exposure limits.

CAUTION

To ensure that your exposure to RF EME is within the FCC limits for
occupational use, you must observe and adhere to the above points.

Electromagnetic Interference Compatibility

Electronic devices are susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI)
if they are not adequately shielded or designed for electromagnetic
compatibility. Because this transceiver generates RF energy, it can cause
interference to such equipment.

• Turn OFF your transceiver where signs are posted to do so. Hospitals and health
care facilities use equipment that is sensitive to electromagnetic radiation.

• Turn OFF your transceiver while on board an aircraft when so instructed. Use
of the transceiver must be in accordance with airline regulations and/ or crew
instructions.

◆Refer service to qualifi ed technicians only.

Safety: It is important that the operator is aware of, and understands,
hazards common to the operation of any transceiver.

One or more of the following statements may be applicable:

FCC WARNING

This equipment generates or uses radio frequency energy. Changes or
modifi cations to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the
modifi cations are expressly approved by the party responsible/
JVC KENWOOD. The user could lose the authority to operate this
equipment if an unauthorized change or modifi cation 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.

FCC LICENSE INFORMATION

Your KENWOOD transceiver operates on communications frequencies
which are subject to FCC (Federal Communications Commission) Rules &
Regulations. FCC Rules require that all operators using Private Land Mobile
radio frequencies obtain a radio license before operating their equipment.
Application for license must be made on FCC form 601, schedules D and H,
and Remittance form 159.

FAX: Forms can be obtained by fax from the FCC Fax-On-Demand system.
Call 1-202-418-0177 from your fax machine and request document number
000601 for the form, schedules, and instructions.

MAIL: Forms can be ordered by telephone, and will be sent to you by fi rst
class mail. Call the FCC Forms Hotline at 1-800-418-FORM (1-800-418-

3676).

INTERNET: Form 601 and instructions can be downloaded from the FCC
Forms website at
http://www.fcc.gov/formpage.html

Before fi lling out your Form 601 application Technical Data section, you must
decide on which frequencies you will operate. See the frequency charts on
the USER MANUAL.

QUESTIONS? Call the FCC for license application questions at
1-888-CALL-FCC (1-888-225-5322).

The RBRC Recycle seal found on KENWOOD lithium-ion
(Li-ion) battery packs indicates KENWOOD’s voluntary par­ticipation in an industry program to collect and recycle Li-ion
batteries after their operating life has expired. The RBRC
program is an alternative to disposing Li-ion batteries with
your regular refuse or in municipal waste streams, which is
illegal in some areas.

For information on Li-ion battery recycling in your area, call (toll free)
1-800-8-BATTERY (1-800-822-8837).

KENWOOD’s involvement in this program is part of our commitment to
preserve our environment and conserve our natural resources.

The AMBE+2TM voice coding Technology embodied in this product is protected by
intellectual property rights including patent rights, copyrights and trade secrets of
Digital Voice Systems, Inc. This voice coding Technology is licensed solely for use
within this Communications Equipment. The user of this Technology is explicitly
prohibited from attempting to extract, remove, decompile, reverse engineer, or
disassemble the Object Code, or in any other way convert the Object Code into
a human-readable form. U.S. Patent Nos. #8,315,860, #8,595,002, #6,912,495,
#8,200,497, #7,970,606, and #8,359,197.

Speaker/ Microphone Jack

It is possible to use a resin-based cover for the Speaker/ Microphone jack.

No. Name Description Specifi cation I/O

1 EXT_MICI External MIC Input Impedance: 1.8 k I

2 SPO

PTT/PF

3

RXD/TXD

External Audio
Output

PTT/Programmable
Function Button Input

Serial Data Input

Serial Data Output

Impedance: 8  O

Low: ON I

Impedance: 10 k
Baud rate: 230,400 bps max

4 E GND GND

5 NC No connection − −

6 OPTDET

Option Detect (for
EXT Option)

−−

7 GND GND GND

I/O

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