Kenwood NEXEDGE NX-200, NEXEDGE NX-300 Instruction Manual

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NX-200/ NX-300

VHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER/
UHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER

INSTRUCTIoN MANUAL

ÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR NUMÉRIQUE VHF/
ÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR NUMÉRIQUE UHF

MoDE D’EMPLoI

TRANSCEPToR DIGITAL VHF/
TRANSCEPToR DIGITAL UHF

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIoNES

RICETRASMETTIToRE DIGITALE VHF/
RICETRASMETTIToRE DIGITALE UHF

MANUALE DI ISTRUzIoNI

MIC

MIC

2

ABC

5

JKL

0

8

TUV

4

7

PQRS

3

DEF

6

MNO

#

9

WXYZ

1

GHI

VHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER/
UHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER

NX-200/ NX-300

INSTRUCTIoN MANUAL

ENGLISH

NOTIFICATION

This equipment complies with the essential requirements of
Directive 1999/5/EC.
The use of the warning symbol means the equipment is
subject to restrictions of use in certain countries.
This equipment requires a licence and is intended for use in
the countries as below.

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SE CH GB CY Cz EE HU LV

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ISo3166

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.

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Thank You

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

This instruction manual covers only the basic operations of your
NEXEDGE portable radio. Ask your dealer for information on any
customized features they may have added to your radio.

nXDn™

NXDN™ is a protocol name for a new digital communications
system using 4-level FSK technology which has been
co-developed by Kenwood and Icom.

noTices To The user

◆ Government law prohibits the operation of unlicensed radio
transmitters within the territories under government control.

◆ Illegaloperationispunishablebyneand/orimprisonment.

◆ Referservicetoqualiedtechniciansonly.

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

The AMBE+2 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. #5,870,405, #5,826,222, #5,754,974, #5,701,390,
#5,715,365, #5,649,050, #5,630,011, #5,581,656, #5,517,511,
#5,491,772, #5,247,579, #5,226,084 and #5,195,166.

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PrecauTions

• Do not charge the transceiver and battery pack when they are wet.

• Ensure that there are no metallic items located between the
transceiver and the battery pack.

• Donotuseoptionsnotspeciedby

Kenwood.

• If the die-cast chassis or other transceiver part is damaged, do not
touch the damaged parts.

• If a headset or headphone is connected to the transceiver, reduce
the transceiver volume. Pay attention to the volume level when
turning the squelch off.

• Do not place the microphone cable around your neck while near
machinery that may catch the cable.

• Do not place the transceiver on unstable surfaces.

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

• When the transceiver is used for transmission for many hours, the
radiator and chassis will become hot. Do not touch these locations
when replacing the battery pack.

• 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.

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Turn the transceiver power off in the following locations:

• Near explosives or blasting sites.

• In aircrafts. (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.

Turn the transceiver power off in the following locations,
unless the model is specifically qualified for such use
(Intrinsically Safe such as approved by Factory Mutual, CSA):

• Inexplosiveatmospheres(inammablegas,dustparticles,

metallic powders, grain powders, etc.).

• While taking on fuel or while parked at gasoline service stations.

• Do not remove the black sheet from the reverse side of the
transceiver (refer to the illustration below). Removal of this

sheetdecreasesthewaterproofefciencyofthetransceiverand

may cause malfunctions if water seeps into the transceiver.

• The orange seal on the reverse side of the transceiver is

importantwithrespecttothewaterproofefciencyofthe

transceiver. Do not place stickers or other materials on or

aroundthesealshowninthegure,oronthereversesideof
thebatterypack.Doingsowillimpairthewaterproofefciency

of the transceiver and may cause it to break down. Additionally,
in order to prevent damage to the seal, do not allow it to come
in contact with foreign materials.

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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inates,thetransceiver

may be ejected and strike the driver or passengers.

• Do not transmit while touching the antenna terminal or if
any metallic parts are exposed from the antenna covering.
Transmitting at such a time may result in a high-frequency burn.

• If an abnormal odor or smoke is detected coming from the
transceiver, switch the transceiver power off immediately,
remove the battery pack from the transceiver, and contact your
Kenwood dealer.

• Use of the transceiver while you are driving may be against

trafclaws.Pleasecheckandobservethevehicleregulations

in your area.

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

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

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noTificaTion of WaTer-resisTanT MoDel

Water Resistance and Maintenance

This transceiver conforms to the following standards:

IP67:TheIPstandardistheprotectionlevelspeciedbythe
internationalstandardIEC60529.Therstnumeralindicatesthe

“dust-resistant” level and the second numeral indicates the “water­resistant” level

PRECAUTIONS

• The applicable standards listed above do not assure that the
transceiver can be used in water. The transceiver may be
damaged in a situation in which the maximum depth is over
1 meter or the maximum submersion time exceeds 30 minutes.

• Observe the following precautions to maintain the transceiver’s
water-resistant performance:

a) Do not drop or apply strong physical shocks to the transceiver.
b) When you disassemble the transceiver or open the cover

of the option board, IP67 will no longer be maintained. After
disassembling the transceiver or opening the cover of the
option board, if you want to continue maintaining IP67, contact
your dealer or Authorized Service Center.

c) Do not soak the transceiver in water that contains a solvent or

surfactant, such as detergent or alcohol.

• If it is soaked in muddy water or salt water (including sea water),

itmaybecomecorroded.Immediatelyushwithfreshwaterand

then wipe dry with a soft cloth.

• If water is splashed onto the microphone, the battery, or the
antenna terminal, clean and dry them with a soft cloth before
reconnecting to the transceiver.

• When water gets into the microphone opening or the speaker
grill, the voice level may become low or distorted. Lightly shake

thetransceivertoremovethewaterfromthespeakerand/or

microphone before operating the transceiver.

• Useofanyoptiononthetransceivernotspeciedby

Kenwood,
may reduce or void the water resistant and dust resistant
performance.

• When using an option with the transceiver, ensure that it
corresponds with the IP67 standard.

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inforMaTion concerning The li-ion baTTerY Pack

Thebatterypackincludesammableobjectssuchasorganicsolvent.
Mishandlingmaycausethebatterytoruptureproducingamesor

extreme heat, deteriorate, or cause other forms of damage to the
battery. Please observe the following prohibitive matters.

•

Do not disassemble or reconstruct battery!

The battery pack has a safety function and protection circuit to

avoid danger. If they suffer serious damage, the battery may

generateheatorsmoke,rupture,orburstintoame.

•

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, chain­necklace or hairpins). If the battery pack is short-circuited,

excessivecurrentwillowandthebatterymaygenerateheat
orsmoke,rupture,orburstintoame.Itwillalsocausemetal

objects to heat up.

•

Do not incinerate or apply heat to the battery!

If the insulator is melted, the gas release vent or safety function

is damaged, or the electrolyte is ignited, the battery may

generateheatorsmoke,rupture,orburstintoame.

•

Do not use or leave the battery near fires, stoves, or other
heat generators (areas reaching over 80°C/ 176°F)!

If the polymer separator is melted due to high temperature,

an internal short-circuit may occur in the individual cells and
the battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into

ame.

•

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ame.

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• Do not charge the battery near fires or under direct

sunlight!

If the battery’s protection circuit is damaged, the battery may

charge at extreme current (or voltage) and an abnormal
chemical reaction may occur. The battery may generate heat or

smoke,rupture,orburstintoame.

•

Use only the specified charger and observe charging
requirements!

 Ifthebatteryischargedinunspeciedconditions(underhigh

temperature over the regulated value, excessive high voltage
or current over regulated value, or with a remodelled charger),
it may overcharge or an abnormal chemical reaction may occur.
The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into

ame.

•

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

ame.

•

Do not jar or throw the battery!

An impact may cause the battery to leak, generate heat

orsmoke,rupture,and/orburstintoame.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.

•

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

The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into

ame.

•

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ame.

•

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owupondischarging.Thebatterymay
generateheatorsmoke,rupture,orburstintoame.

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• Do not charge the battery for longer than the specified

time!

 Ifthebatterypackhasnotnishedchargingevenafterthe

regulated time has passed, stop it. The battery may generate

heatorsmoke,rupture,orburstintoame.

•

Do not place the battery pack into a microwave or high
pressure container!

The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into

ame.

•

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ammableareas.Electrolyte
leakingfrombatterycaneasilycatchonreandmaycausethe
batterytogeneratesmokeorburstintoame.

•

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ame.

•

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

ame.

•

Do not touch a ruptured and leaking battery!

If the electrolyte liquid from the battery gets into your eyes,

wash your eyes out with fresh water as soon as possible,
without rubbing your eyes. Go to the hospital immediately. If
left untreated, it may cause eye-problems.

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CONTENTS

UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT ...............................1

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upplied AcceSSorieS ...............................................................1

PREPARATION ............................................................................2

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nStAlling/ removing the (optionAl) BAttery pAck ....................2

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nStAlling the (optionAl) AntennA .............................................2

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nStAlling the Belt clip ............................................................3

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nStAlling the cAp over the univerSAl connector ...................3

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nStAlling the (optionAl) SpeAker/ microphone or heAdSet ......3

GETTING ACQUAINTED .............................................................4

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iSplAy .....................................................................................6

PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS ..................................................7

BASIC OPERATIONS ...................................................................9

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witching power on/ oFF ......................................................9

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djuSting the volume ...............................................................9

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electing A Zone And chAnnel/group id ................................10

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rAnSmitting ...........................................................................10

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eceiving................................................................................11

MENU MODE ..............................................................................12

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enu AcceSS ..........................................................................12

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enu conFigurAtion ...............................................................12

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hArActer entry ...................................................................14

SCAN...........................................................................................15

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emporAry chAnnel lockout ..................................................15

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riority ScAn .........................................................................15

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cAn revert ..........................................................................16

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cAn delete/Add ....................................................................16

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riority-chAnnel Select ........................................................16

FleetSync: ALPHANUMERIC 2-WAY PAGING FUNCTION .......17

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elcAll (Selective cAlling) ....................................................17

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tAtuS meSSAge......................................................................18

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hort/long meSSAgeS ............................................................19

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eport ..........................................................................19

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS ........................................................20

dtmF (d

uAl tone multi Frequency) cAllS ............................20

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runking cAllS (AnAlog) ........................................................21

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mergency cAllS ...................................................................22

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crAmBler ..............................................................................22

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ignAling ................................................................................23

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oice operAted trAnSmiSSion (voX) ......................................24

BACKGROUND OPERATIONS ..................................................26

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lock .....................................................................................26

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iBrAtor .................................................................................26

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ime-out timer (tot) .............................................................26

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Attery SAver ........................................................................27

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ey lock ................................................................................27

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ow BAttery wArning.............................................................27

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ignAl Strength indicAtor ......................................................27

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ompAnder .............................................................................28

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uSy chAnnel lockout (Bcl) .................................................28

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ontrol chAnnel hunt ..........................................................28

ptt id ...................................................................................

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VGS-1 OPTIONAL VOICE GUIDE & STORAGE UNIT ...............29

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oice recorder .....................................................................29

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oice guide ............................................................................30

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UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT

Note: These unpacking instructions are for use by your Kenwood
dealer, an authorized Kenwood service facility, or the factory.

Carefully unpack the transceiver. We recommend that you
identify the items listed in the following list before discarding

the packing material. If any items are missing or damaged, le

a claim with the carrier immediately.

Supplied AcceSSorieS

Belt clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

• Screws for belt clip (3 x 8 mm)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Universal connector cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

• Dressing screw (preassembled)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

• Packing (preassembled)

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Instruction manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2