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.
Illegal operation is punishable by fi ne and/or imprisonment.
◆
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.
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.
#5,826,222, #5,754,974, #5,701,390, and #5,715,365.
Firmware Copyrights
The title to and ownership of copyrights for fi rmware embedded in
KENWOOD product memories are reserved for JVC KENWOOD
Corporation.
i
Page 4
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 specifi 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.
• Do not immerse the transceiver in water.
• 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.
Turn the transceiver power off in the following locations:
• While taking on fuel or while parked at gasoline service stations.
• 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 using pacemakers.
ii
Page 5
• 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 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 traffi 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.
• When attaching a commercial strap to the transceiver, ensure
that the strap is durable. In addition, do not swing the transceiver
round by the strap; you may inadvertently strike and injure another
person with the transceiver.
• If a commercially available neck strap is used, take care not to let
the strap get caught on nearby machine.
• 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.
• To dispose of batteries, be sure to comply with the laws and
regulations in your country or region.
iii
Page 6
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.
• 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 fl 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, chain-necklaces or
hairpins). If the battery pack is short-circuited, excessive current will
fl ow and the battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst
into fl 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 fl ame.
• Do not leave the battery near fi re, 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 fl ame.
• Do not immerse the battery in water or get it wet by other
means!
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 fl ame.
• Do not charge the battery near fi re 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 fl ame.
iv
Page 7
• Use only the specifi ed charger and observe charging
requirements!
If the battery is charged in unspecifi ed 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 fl 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 fl 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 fl 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. The
battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into fl ame.
• Do not use the battery pack if it is damaged in any way!
The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into
fl 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 fl 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 fl ow upon discharging. The battery may generate heat or
smoke, rupture, or burst into fl 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 reversecharged and an abnormal chemical reaction may occur. The
battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into fl ame.
v
Page 8
• 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.
• Do not charge the battery for longer than the specifi ed time!
If the battery pack has not fi nished charging even after the
regulated time has passed, stop it. The battery may generate heat
or smoke, rupture, or burst into fl 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
fl ame.
• Keep ruptured and leaking battery packs away from fi re!
If the battery pack is leaking (or the battery emits a bad odor),
immediately remove it from fl ammable areas. Electrolyte leaking
from battery can easily catch on fi re and may cause the battery to
generate smoke or burst into fl 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
fl ame.
vi
Page 9
CONTENTS
UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT .......................... 1
◆ Refer to “PREPARATION” {p. 2} for accessory installation instructions.
1
Page 10
PREPARATION
INSTALLING THE CHANNEL STOPPER
You can set the channel stopper position for channels 2, 4,
6, 8, 10, 12, and 14. Inserting the Channel stopper prevents
unnecessarily selecting channels which do not exist.
• Selecting a channel which does not exist causes a continuous error
tone to sound.
1 Set the Channel selector to channel 1, then pull the
Channel selector knob off the transceiver.
• If the Channel selector is not positioned at channel 1, the knob may
not install correctly and the channel may be unable to change.
2 Insert the channel stopper.
3 Set the arrow of the Channel stopper to the highest channel
number for the transceiver.
4 Reinsert the Channel selector knob.
Channel stopper
Arrow
INSTALLING THE ANTENNA
Antenna
2
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.
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.
Page 11
INSTALLING/ REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK
◆ Do not short the battery terminals or dispose of the battery by fi re.
◆ Never attempt to remove the casing from the battery pack.
1 Align the battery pack with the back
of the transceiver, then press the
battery pack and transceiver fi rmly
together until the release latch on
the base of the transceiver locks.
2 To remove the battery pack, lift the
safety catch on the base of the
transceiver, then press the release
latch underneath the safety catch.
3 While pressing the release latch,
pull the battery pack away from the
transceiver.
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
Belt clip
transmission or when left sitting in a hot
environment.
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.
3
Page 12
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.
1 Plug the AC adapter cable into the jack located on the rear
of the charger.
2 Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet.
3 Match the Holder to the type of battery pack to be charged
so that when inserting the Holder, the battery type name
can be seen on the bottom of the charger. After inserting
the Holder into the charger, press the locking tabs to secure
it in place. <KSC-43 only>
Holder
• To remove the Holder, squeeze the locking tabs
together then pull the Holder out of the charger.
<KSC-43 only>
4 Slide a battery pack or a transceiver equipped with a
battery pack into the charging slot of the charger.
Li-ion battery
charger
Ni-MH battery
charger
Indicator
4
Indicator
Page 13
• Make sure the metal contacts of the battery pack mate securely
with the charger terminals.
• The indicator lights red and charging begins.
5 When charging is completed, the indicator lights green.
Remove the battery pack or the transceiver from the
charging slot of the charger.
• It takes approximately 3 hours to charge the battery pack.
• When the charger will not be used for a long time, unplug the
AC adapter from the AC outlet.
Note:
◆ 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.
◆ When the indicator fl ashes green and orange, the battery pack has
not satisfi ed the charging start temperature. Remove the battery
pack from the charger and wait until it reaches a normal temperature
before charging it again.
◆ 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.
INSTALLING THE CAP OVER THE SPEAKER/
MICROPHONE JACKS
Install the cap over the speaker/ microphone jacks when not
using an optional speaker/ microphone.
Note:
◆ To keep the transceiver water resistant, you must cover the
speaker/ microphone jacks with the supplied cap.
1 Place the cap over the jacks so that the locking tabs
insert into the transceiver grooves.
5
Page 14
2 While holding the cap in place, push it towards the
bottom of the transceiver until the tabs on the cap click
into place.
• To remove the cap, hold the top of the cap in place
with your fi nger while inserting a 2 mm or smaller
fl at blade screwdriver under the bottom of the cap.
Slowly slide the screwdriver in until its tip touches
the tab inside the cap, then gently pry the cap
up (handle of screwdriver moving away from the
transceiver) to remove the cap.
INSTALLING THE OPTIONAL SPEAKER/ MICROPHONE
(OR HEADSET)
Note:
◆ The transceiver is not fully water resistant when using a speaker/
microphone or headset.
1 Insert the speaker/ microphone (or
headset) plugs into the speaker/
microphone jacks of the transceiver.
2 Place the locking bracket over the
speaker/ microphone (or headset) plugs
so that the locking tabs insert into the
transceiver grooves.
• Push down on the locking bracket to
slide it into place.
3 While holding the locking bracket in
place, push it towards the bottom of the
transceiver until the tabs on the bracket
click into place.
• To remove the locking bracket, push
the bracket up from the base.
6
Page 15
ORIENTATION
Microphone
Antenna
Speaker
Battery pack
aChannel selectorRotate to change the operating channel.
bLED indicatorRefer to the LED indicator status. {p. 13}
cPower switch/ Volume controlTurn clockwise to switch ON the transceiver. To switch OFF
the transceiver, turn counterclockwise until a click sounds.
Rotate to adjust the volume level.
dPTT (Push to Talk) switchPress and hold, then speak into the microphone to transmit.
eSide 1 keyPress to activate its programmable function. {page 8}
fSide 2 keyPress to activate its programmable function. {page 8}
gSpeaker/ microphone jacksInsert the Speaker/ microphone or Headset plug into this
jack. {page 6}
7
Page 16
PROGRAMMABLE AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS
Your dealer can program the Side 1 and Side 2 keys each with
one of the functions listed below.
Note:
◆ The duration of pressing a key to activate a function is dependent
on your dealer setting. Your dealer may have set some keys to
be held down for a short duration instead of being momentarily
pressed. Ask your dealer for details on which keys need to be
held down to activate their functions.
None
■
No function has been programmed.
Autodial
■
Autodial allows you to make a private DTMF call to another
party.
Call 1/ Call 2
■
Press to send a FleetSync status, NXDN status, NXDN
individual, 2-tone signaling call.
Calling Alert
■
A calling alert tone allows you to alert party members that
you are making a call. When making a call, fi rst hold down
this key.
• While holding down the key, the calling alert tone will sound.
CW Message
■
Press to transmit the preset Morse code message on your
current channel.
Emergency
■
Press and hold to enter (or exit) Emergency mode.
Key Lock
■
Press to lock/unlock the transceiver keys. Without Status
Memory, when the transceiver power is turned OFF and
then ON again, the Key Lock function will be canceled.
8
1
1
Release the key to end the tone, then hold down the PTT
switch and speak into the microphone to transmit.
2
Page 17
Key Lock with Status Memory
■
This operates the same as Key Lock except that when the
transceiver power is turned OFF and then ON again, the
keys remains locked.
Lone Worker
■
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
this key to toggle the Lone Worker function ON or OFF.
Low Transmit Power
■
Each channel is programmed with either high or low
transmit power. On high transmit power channels, press this
key to change the transmit power to low power (you cannot
change low transmit power channels to use high power).
Monitor
■
Press to deactivate signaling (QT/DQT, FleetSync signaling,
NXDN, etc.). Press this key again to return to normal
operation.
Monitor Momentary
■
Continuously hold down this key to deactivate signaling
(QT/DQT, FleetSync signaling, NXDN, etc.). Release this
key to return to normal operation.
Paging Call
■
Press to send a FleetSync or NXDN paging call to an ID
from the ID list.
Priority Zone-Channel Select
■
If the scan priority type is “Operator Selectable”, press
this key in normal mode to set the current channel as the
Priority channel.
Scan
■
Press to start (or stop) scanning the transceiver channels.
9
Page 18
Scan Temporary Delete
■
When scan pauses at an undesired channel, you can
remove that channel from the scanning sequence by
pressing or holding this key.
Scrambler/Encryption
■
The Scrambler (analog) and Encryption (NXDN) function
allows you to hold a conversation in complete privacy. When
activated, any other party listening in on your channel will
be unable to understand your conversation. Press this key
to toggle the Scrambler/Encryption function ON or OFF.
Send the GPS data
■
With the KMC-48GPS unit is connected, you can press this
key to send your positioning data to the base station.
Squelch Off
■
1
Press to hear background noise. Press this key again to
return to normal operation.
Squelch Off Momentary
■
1
Continuously hold down this key to hear background noise.
Release this key to return to normal operation.
Talk Around
■
The Talk Around function allows you to communicate
directly with other transceivers, without the use of a
repeater. Press this key to toggle the Talk Around function
ON or OFF.
Zone Down
■
Press to select the previous zone.
Zone Up
■
Press to select the next zone.
1 Available only for Analog operation.
2 Available only for NXDN operation.
10
Page 19
BASIC OPERATIONS
SWITCHING POWER ON/OFF
Turn the Power switch/ Volume control clockwise to switch the
transceiver ON.
Turn the Power switch/ Volume control counterclockwise fully
to switch the transceiver OFF.
Transceiver Password
■
If your transceiver is password protected, the LED will light
blue when you turn the transceiver ON. Enter the password
(up to 4 digits) using the following procedure.
1 Set the Channel selector to position “1”.
2 Press the Side 1 or Side 2 key to enter the fi rst digit.
• The Side 1 key increases the digit value and the Side 2
key decreases it. The transceiver announces the digit
number as it changes.
• If there are less than 4 password digits, repeat for only the
number of digits the password contains.
4 Press the PTT switch to confi rm the password.
•
When the correct password is entered, the Blue LED turns off.
•
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.
11
Page 20
SELECTING A ZONE AND CHANNEL
1 Select the desired zone using the key programmed as
[Zone Up] or [Zone Down].
• Each zone contains a group of channels.
2 Select the desired channel using the Channel selector.
• Each channel is programmed with settings for transmitting and
receiving.
TRANSMITTING
1 Select the desired zone and channel.
2 Press the key programmed as [Monitor] or [Squelch Off]
to check whether or not the channel is free.
• If the channel is busy, wait until it becomes free.
3 Press the PTT switch and speak into the microphone.
Release the PTT switch to receive.
• For best sound quality, hold the transceiver approximately
1.5 inches (3 ~ 4 cm) from your mouth.
RECEIVING
Select the desired zone and channel. If signaling has been
programmed on the selected channel, you will hear a call only
if the received signal matches your transceiver settings.
Note:
◆ Signaling allows your transceiver to code your calls. This
will prevent you from listening to unwanted calls. Refer to
“SIGNALING” {p. 17} .
12
Page 21
LED INDICATOR STATUS
Indicator ColorMeaning
Flashes blueDigital mode
Flashes orangeAnalog mode
Lights redTransmitting
Lights greenReceiving a call
Blinks redBattery power is low while transmitting
Blinks greenScanning & site roaming
Blinks orange
or blue *
Blinks red/orange
* Your dealer can set the LED to blink either orange or blue for
FleetSync, DTMF, 2-tone, or NXDN operation.
Receiving an encoded call (FleetSync
signaling, etc.)
The selected channel has not been
programmed and cannot be used.
VOICE OPERATED TRANSMISSION (VOX)
VOX operation allows you to transmit hands-free. This feature
must fi rst be activated by your dealer, and can only be used if
you are using a supported headset. VOX can be turned off for
specifi c channels by your dealer. To activate VOX and set the
VOX Gain level, perform the following steps:
1 Connect a headset to the transceiver.
• The VOX function does not activate when a headset is not
connected to the accessory terminal of the transceiver.
2 With the transceiver power OFF, press and hold the Side 1
key while turning the transceiver power ON.
3 Continue to hold the Side 1 key until a beep sounds.
• The LED indicator lights orange.
• When the Side 1 key is released, the transceiver will announce
the VOX Gain level.
13
Page 22
4 Press the Side 1 key to set the VOX Gain level, from OFF, 1
(least sensitive) to 10 (most sensitive).
• Press the Side 2 key to enable or disable the VOX function for the
current channel (you can change this setting for each channel by
selecting a channel with the Channel selector). When turned ON,
a beep sounds. When turned OFF, a double beep sounds.
• When the sector points to empty channel, pressing Side 2 key will
cause the error tone to sound.
5 Press the PTT switch to save the setting.
• A beep will sound.
• The transceiver announces the new VOX Gain level.
6 Turn the transceiver power OFF and then ON again to
activate VOX.
7 If transceiver password mode is set, the user need to key in
the correct password before entering the VOX setup mode.
Note:
◆ If key lock with status memory is ON, you will be unable to enter
VOX setup mode.
◆ If a headset is connected to the transceiver while the VOX function
is switched ON and the VOX Gain level is confi gured to a higher,
more sensitive level, louder received signals may cause the
transceiver to start transmitting.
◆ If no operation is performed for 20 seconds, the transceiver will exit
VOX setup mode.
14
Page 23
NXDN
NXDN is a general term for the NXDN wireless communication
protocol which uses 4 Level FSK. Various data communications,
including individual and group voice communications, Status
calls, and GPS data transmission, are possible.
INDIVIDUAL/GROUP CALLS
Each channel is set up with an individual or group ID list number.
To make a call, select the channel with the ID list number you
wish to call, then press the PTT switch to start the call.
• Your dealer may also have set Selcall on PTT for Individual or
Group calls, allowing you to make an Individual or Group call when
pressing the PTT switch.
• To page the target transceiver instead of initiating a voice call,
press the key programmed as [Paging Call].
• If PTT Proceed tone is enabled, the Proceed tone will sound. After
the tone ends, you can begin the call.
Receiving
■
When you receive an individual call, a ringing tone will
sound. Respond to the call by pressing the PTT switch.
• If the auto reset timer expires before you respond to the call,
the call will end. Your dealer can set the duration for the auto
reset timer (default is 10 seconds).
When you receive a group call and the received group ID
matches the ID set up on your transceiver, a ringing tone
will sound and you can hear the caller’s voice.
STATUS CALL
You can transmit your status (preset by your dealer) to the
target transceiver by pressing the key programmed as [Call 1]
or [Call 2], if they have been set up with an NXDN Status.
• Channels are set up with ID list numbers by your dealer. Select the
desired channel before sending the status call.
15
Page 24
BACKGROUND OPERATIONS
TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT)
The Time-out Timer prevents callers from using a channel
for an extended duration. If you continuously transmit for the
duration programmed by your dealer (default is 1 minute),
transmission will stop and a warning tone will sound. To stop
the tone, 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 fl ash green
when receiving a QT/DQT signal which does not match the QT/
DQT tone/code set up in your transceiver.
LOW BATTERY WARNING
While operating the transceiver, the Low Battery Warning
sounds until the PTT switch is released and the LED indicator
blinks red when the battery needs recharged or replaced.
BUSY CHANNEL LOCKOUT (BCL)
When activated, BCL prevents you from interfering on a
channel that is already in use. Pressing the PTT switch will
cause an alert tone to sound and the transceiver will not
transmit. Release the PTT switch to stop the tone.
Note:
◆ Ask your dealer for an explanation on how BCL functions when
using QT, DQT, RAN, or Optional signaling.
16
Page 25
If BCL Override has been programmed, you can transmit over
the current signal:
1 Press and hold the PTT switch.
• If the channel is already in use, a warning tone will sound.
2 Quickly release and then press the PTT switch again.
3 Speak into the transceiver as you would during a normal call.
PTT ID
PTT ID is the transceiver unique ID code which is sent each
time the PTT switch is pressed and/or released.
Note:
◆ PTT ID can be made only in analog operation.
SIGNALING
QT/ DQT
■
The Encoder/Decoder function uses QT/ DQT to segregate
talk groups, so users only hear calls from their own group.
Radio Access Number (RAN)
■
RAN is a signaling system designed for digital radio
communications. When a channel is set up with a RAN,
squelch will only open when a call containing a matching
RAN is received. If a call containing a different RAN is
made on the channel you are using, you will not hear the
call. This allows you to ignore (not hear) calls from other
parties who are using the same channel.
NXDN ID
■
NXDN ID is an optional signaling system available only for
digital communications.
DTMF
■
A DTMF PTT ID is included for dispatch operations or
simple remote control applications. The DTMF decode
capabilities include Selective Call ID, Transpond with ID,
and “Wild Card” Group Calling.
17
Page 26
2-Tone
■
2-tone Signaling opens the squelch only when your
transceiver receives a call containing matching 2 tones.
FleetSync
■
Utilizing JVC KENWOOD’s FleetSync digital signaling
protocol, this transceiver has PTT ID and Selective
Calling capabilities for managed dispatch operations. For
hazardous/hostile duty environments, the Side1 or Side 2
key can be programmed for Emergency status to alert the
dispatcher and/or operator in distress.
MDC-1200
■
The following features are available with the built-in MDC
signaling: PTT ID Encode, Emergency Encode, Stun/Revive
Decode, and Radio Check Decode.
Note:
◆ The transceiver cannot decode MDC-1200 when the
respective channel incorporate any FleetSync properties.
(example: PTT-ID, Optional signaling).
COMPANDER
If programmed by your dealer for a channel, the compander will
remove excessive noise from transmitted signals, to provide
higher clarity of signals.
Note:
◆ The compander is used only in analog operation.
VOICE ANNUNCIATION
If enabled by your dealer, when changing the zone and
channel, an audio voice will announce the new zone and
channel number.