Kenwood TK-260-G Schematic

TK-260G/TK-360G

VHF FM TRANSCEIVER/ UHF FM TRANSCEIVER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

TRANSCEPTOR DE FM VHF/ TRANSCEPTOR DE FM UHF

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

KENWOOD CORPORATION

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ENGLISH

TK-260G/TK-360G

VHF FM TRANSCEIVER/ UHF FM TRANSCEIVER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

One or more of the following statements may be applicable:

FCC WARNING

This equipment generates or uses radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification 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:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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Consult the dealer for technical assistance.

ATTENTION (U.S.A. Only):

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

For information on Ni-Cd 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.

MODELS COVERED BY THIS MANUAL

• TK-260G: VHF FM T ransceiver

• TK-360G: UHF FM Transceiver

NOTICES TO THE USER

WARNING:

GOVERNMENT LAW PROHIBITS THE OPERA TION OF UNLICENSED RADIO TRANSMITTERS WITHIN THE TERRITORIES UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL.

ILLEGAL OPERATION IS PUNISHABLE BY FINE OR IMPRISONMENT OR BOTH.

REFER SERVICE TO A QUALIFIED LICENSED OR CERTIFIED TECHNICIAN ONL Y.

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

WARNING:

EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES (GASES, DUST, FUMES, etc.) Turn off and do not operate your transceiver while taking on fuel, or

while parked in gasoline service stations.

PRECAUTIONS

Please observe the following precautions to prevent fire, personal injury , and transceiver damage:

• Do not modify this transceiver for any reason.

• Do not expose the transceiver to long periods of direct sunlight, nor place the transceiver close to heating appliances.

• Do not place the transceiver in excessively dusty areas, humid areas, nor on unstable surfaces.

• If an abnormal odor or smoke is detected coming from the transceiver, switch OFF the power immediately and remove the optional battery pack from the transceiver. Contact your KENWOOD dealer.

CONTENTS

FCC WARNINGS/

BA TTERY ADVISORY ......................Inside Front Cover

MODELS COVERED BY THIS MANUAL......................i

NOTICES TO THE USER .............................................i

PRECAUTIONS...........................................................ii

THANK YOU!.............................................................. 1

UNP ACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT............. 1

Supplied Accessories........................................ 2

PREP ARA TION .......................................................... 3

Installing/Removing the Optional Battery Pack .. 3

Installing the Antenna........................................ 5

Installing the Cap over the Speaker-Mic Jacks .. 6

Installing the Speaker-Microphone .................... 6

Installing the Belt Hook ..................................... 7

GETTING ACQUAINTED............................................ 8

RECEIVING...............................................................11

CALLING .................................................................. 12

Time-Out Timer (T OT)..................................... 13

Busy Channel Lockout .................................... 13

Battery Voltage Level...................................... 14

CHANNEL CHART ................................................... 15

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THANK YOU!

We are grateful you chose KENWOOD for your land mobile applications. We believe this easy-to-use transceiver will provide dependable communications to keep personnel operating at peak efficiency.

KENWOOD transceivers incorporate the latest in advanced technology . As a result, we feel strongly that you will be pleased with this product’s quality and features.

UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT

Note: The following 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 on the following page before discarding the packing material. If any damage has occurred during shipment, file a claim with the carrier immediately .

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