Kenwood KCH-14, KCH-15, KCH-16 User Manual

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HANDHELD CONTROL HEAD

KCH-16

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

THANK YOU

• Use of the KCH-16/ transceiver while you are driving may be

q Power

switch

Display

We are grateful you have chosen Kenwood for your mobile applications.

against traffic laws. Please check and observe the vehicle

Press to switch the transceiver ON. Press and hold for

We believe this easy-to-use handheld control head will provide dependable

regulations in your area.

approximately 1 second to switch the transceiver OFF.

communications to keep personnel operating at peak efficiency.

• Do not use options not specified by Kenwood.

w Display

Only basic operations are explained in this instruction manual. For a detailed

explanation on the operations, refer to the Transceiver's instruction manual.

UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT

e Right (Zone Up)

key

Press to increase the zone number (Default setting). Also press to

FEATURES

Note: The following unpacking instructions are for use by your

Kenwood

increase setting adjustments.

• The KCH-16 is a full-control optional microphone for use with the

dealer, an authorized Kenwood service facility, or the factory.

r Left (Zone Down)

key

Carefully unpack the Handheld Control Head. We recommend that

TK-5710/ 5810 P25/ FM analog Dual Mode transceiver.

Press to decrease the zone number (Default setting). Also press to

Indicator

Description

• By connecting the KCH-16 to the optional KRK-11 handheld

you identify the items listed in the following table before discarding

decrease setting adjustments.

Displays the operating zone and channel

the packing material. If any items are missing or have been damaged

numbers or zone and channel names. Also

control head interface kit, you can control the transceiver using

during shipment, file a claim with the carrier immediately.

t VOL (Volume) control

displays various text messages depending on

the microphone in the same way that the KCH-14/15 can be used.

Rotate clockwise to increase the volume level. Rotate

the function being used.

NOTICES TO THE USER

Supplied Accessories

counterclockwise to decrease the volume level.

Displays various characters depending on

Item

Part Number

Quantity

y DTMF keypad

dealer settings.

Government law prohibits the operation of unlicensed transmitters within

Hanger

J19-5482-XX

1 set

Press the keys on the keypad to make DTMF calls.

Appears when a received call is using optional

the territories under government control.

(with 4 x 16 mm self-tapping screws)

The default setting is None (no function).

signaling.

Illegal operation is punishable by fine and/or imprisonment.

Instruction manual

B62-2101-XX

u Up (Channel Up)

key : PF 6 (Programmable Function)

Appears when the Monitor function is active

Refer service to qualified technicians only.

and when the transceiver squelch is open.

key

Appears when you are using Scan mode.

One or more of the following statements may be applicable:

SPECIFICATIONS

Press to increase the channel number (Default setting).

Appears when the external speaker function is

FCC WARNING

Your dealer can also enable the CH key to be used when making

Operating temperature range

-30 +60

activated.

This equipment generates or uses radio frequency energy. Changes or

setting adjustments, as an optional method for using the Right

modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless

Microphone impedance

2.2 kΩ (Max)

key.

Appears when the Scrambler or Encryption

the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The

function is activated.

without projections

2.3 × 4.9 × 1.2 inches

i Down (Channel Down)

key :PF 7 (Programmable

Appears when the AUX A function has been

user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized

58 × 125 × 31.5 mm

activated.

change or modification is made.

Dimensions (W × H × D)

68 × 125 × 36 mm

Function) key

with projections

Press to decrease the channel number (Default setting).

Appears when the AUX B function has been

INFORMATION TO THE DIGITAL DEVICE USER REQUIRED BY THE

Cable not included

2.7 × 4.9 × 1.4 inches

Your dealer can also enable the CH key to be used when making

activated.

FCC

Approx. 185 g / 6.5 oz

setting adjustments, as an optional method for using the Left

Appears when the AUX C function has been

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for

Weight

key.

activated.

a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These

Cable included

Approx. 280 g / 9.9 oz

o S / A / B / C / Orange (Programmable Function) keys

Appears when using the Operator Selectable

limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

Press to activate their programmable functions.

Tone function.

interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can generate radio frequency energy

GETTING AQUAINTED

The default setting is None (no function).

Appears when there is a FleetSync message

stored in the transceiver memory. Flashes

and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may

Handheld Control Head

!0TX/ BUSY indicator

when a new FleetSync message has arrived.

cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is

The TX/ BUSY indicator lights red while transmitting and green

Appears when the selected zone (left icon) or

no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television

while receiving.

channel (right icon) is added to the scanning

reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,

PTT (Push-To-Talk) switch

sequence.

the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of

Press and hold this switch, then speak into the microphone to call

Appears when the Auto Recording function on

the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

a station.

the VGS-1 option is activated.

HOOK

Appears when the Auto Reply Message on the

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

VGS-1 option is activated. (The location of this

• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to

icon is the same as the Auto Recording icon.)

which the receiver is connected.

Key name (function) comparison

The numbers of bars indicates the strength

• Consult the dealer for technical assistance.

Microphone

of incoming signals. The antenna plus 3 bars

(in regards to the KCH-14/ KCH-15)

represents a strong signal while only the

PRECAUTIONS

GRP

KCH-14

KCH-15

KCH-16

antenna represents a weak signal. No antenna

GRP

Right (Zone Up)

means no signal is present.

Observe the following precautions to prevent fire, personal injury,

(Zone Up)

Flashes when out of range.

and KCH-16/ transceiver damage.

GRP

Left (Zone Down)

• Do not drop the KCH-16; strong impacts can damage the internal

(Zone Down)

components.

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CH (Channel

CH(Channel

CH (Channel) Up/Down)

Up/Down)

OPERATION

• Do not over stress the KCH-16 cable by pulling on it with

MON

MON (Monitor)

1 Hold the KCH-16 approximately 3 ~ 4 cm (1.5 inches) from your

excessive force.

(Monitor)

mouth when speaking.

• Do not attempt to configure the KCH-16/ transceiver while driving;

SCN (Scan)

2 To hang the KCH-16, use the hook provided on its reverse side.

it is too dangerous.

PF 1

PF 1 (None)

S (None)

• Do not disassemble or modify the KCH-16/ transceiver for any

PF 2

PF 2 (None)

A (None)

reason.

PF 3

PF 3 (None)

B (None)

• Do not expose the KCH-16/ transceiver to long periods of direct

PF 4

PF 4 (None)

C (None)

PF 5

PF 5 (None)

Orange (None)

sunlight, nor place it near heating appliances.

PF 6

PF 6 (None) Up (Channel Up)

• If an abnormal odor or smoke is detected coming from the

PF 7

PF 7 (None)

Down (Channel

KCH-16 or transceiver, switch the KCH-16/ transceiver power off

Down)

immediately, and contact your Kenwood dealer.

PF 8

PF 8 (None)

PF 9

PF 9 (None)