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Terminal Description
ACC (D-SUB 15 Pin Connector)
Pin NO.Pin NameDescriptionSpecificationI/ONotes
1SBDC Power Output
2IGNIgnition signal Input
3PALoudspeaker Output4 ΩO
4DOAudio Output500 mV p-pO
5DIAudio Input5 k ΩI
6FNC1ProgrammableHigh ImpedanceI/O
7FNC2ProgrammableHigh ImpedanceI/O
8FNC3ProgrammableHigh ImpedanceI/O
9FNC4ProgrammableHigh ImpedanceI/O
10FNC5ProgrammableHigh ImpedanceI/O
11FNC6ProgrammableHigh ImpedanceI/O
125CDC Power Output5 V, Max 100 mAO
13HR1Horn Alert Signal OutputMax 3AO
14HR2Horn Alert Signal OutputMax 3AO
15GNDGround Ground
Speaker Jack (3.5 mm phone jack) 4W/ 4 Ω
13.6 V ±15 %
Power ON: more than 8V
Power OFF: less than 6V
Pin NO.Pin NameDescriptionSpecificationI/ONotes
1SPOExternal Speaker Output4 ΩO
3GNDGroundGround
O
I
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DC Input Connector
Pin NO.Pin NameDescriptionSpecificationI/ONotes
RedBDC Power Input
BlackGNDGroundGroundI
Microphone Jack
13.6 V ±15 %
I
Pin NO.Pin NameDescriptionSpecificationI/ONotes
1MBLBacklight of Microphone
2SBDC Power Output
3GND GroundGround
4PTTPTT/ PC Serial Data from radioHigh ImpedanceI
5ME MIC Ground Ground
6MICMIC Signal Input600 ΩI
7HOOKHook / PC Serial Data to radioHigh ImpedanceI
8DMMIC Data DetectionHigh ImpedanceI/O
Antenna Connector
Impedance is 50 Ω.
−
13.6 V ±15 %
O
O
−
−
THANK YOU
We are grateful you have chosen Kenwood for your personal mobile applications.
This instruction manual covers only the basic operations of your mobile radio. Ask your dealer for
information on any customized features they may have added to your radio.
NOTICESTOTHE USER
◆ Government law prohibits the operation of unlicensed transmitters within the territories under
government control.
◆ Illegal operation is punishable by fine and/or imprisonment.
◆ Refer service to qualified technicians only.
SAFETY: It is important that the operator is aware of, and understands, hazards
common to the operation of any transceiver.
◆EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES (GASES, DUST, FUMES, etc.)
Turn OFF your transceiver while taking on fuel or while parked in gasoline service stations. Do
not carry spare fuel containers in the trunk of your vehicle if your transceiver is mounted in the
trunk area.
◆INJURY FROM RADIO FREQUENCY TRANSMISSIONS
Do not operate your transceiver when somebody is either touching the antenna or standing
within 2 to 3 feet (60 to 90 cm) of it, to avoid the possibility of radio frequency burns or related
physical injury.
◆DYNAMITE BLASTING CAPS
Operating the transceiver within 500 feet (150 m) of dynamite blasting caps may cause them
to explode. Turn OFF your transceiver when in an area where blasting is in progress, or where
“TURN OFF TWO-WAY RADIO” signs have been posted. If you are transporting blasting caps
in your vehicle, make sure they are carried in a closed metal box with a padded interior. Do not
transmit while the caps are being placed into or removed from the container.
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:
• 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.
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PRECAUTIONS
Observe the following precautions to prevent fire, personal injury, and transceiver
damage.
• Do not attempt to configure the transceiver while driving; it is too dangerous.
• Do not disassemble or modify the transceiver for any reason.
• Do not expose the transceiver to long periods of direct sunlight, nor place it near heating
appliances.
• If an abnormal odor or smoke is detected coming from the transceiver, switch the
transceiver power off immediately, and contact your Kenwood dealer.
• Use of the transceiver while you are driving may be against traffic laws. Please check
and observe the vehicle regulations in your area.
• Do not use options not specified by Kenwood.
◆ The transceiver operates in 12 V negative ground systems only! Check the battery polarity and
voltage of the vehicle before installing the transceiver.
◆ Use only the supplied DC power cable or a Kenwood optional DC power cable.
◆ Do not cut and/or remove the fuse holder on the DC power cable.
For passenger safety, install the transceiver securely using the supplied mounting bracket and
screw set so the transceiver will not break loose in the event of a collision.
CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED ................................................................................................1
Note: The following instructions are for use by your Kenwood dealer, an authorized Kenwood
service facility, or the factory.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
Carefully unpack the transceiver. We recommend that you identify the items
listed below before discarding the packing material. If any items are missing or
have been damaged during shipment, file a claim with the carrier immediately.
Various electronic equipment in your vehicle may malfunction if they are not properly protected
from the radio frequency energy which is present while transmitting. Typical examples include
electronic fuel injection, anti-skid braking, and cruise control. If your vehicle contains such
equipment, consult the dealer for the make of vehicle and enlist his/her aid in determining if they
will perform normally while transmitting.
■ Power Cable Connection
The transceiver operates in 12 V negative ground systems only! Check the battery polarity and
voltage of the vehicle before installing the transceiver.
1 Check for an existing hole, conveniently located in the firewall, where the
power cable can be passed through.
• If no hole exists, use a circle cutter to drill a hole, then install a rubber grommet.
2 Run the power cable through the firewall and into the engine compartment.
3 Connect the red lead to the positive (+) battery terminal and the black lead
to the negative (–) battery terminal.
• Place the fuse as close to the battery as possible.
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4 Coil the surplus cable and secure it with a retaining band.
• Be sure to leave enough slack in the cables so the transceiver can be removed
for servicing while keeping the power applied.
■ Installing the Transceiver
For passenger safety, install the transceiver securely using the supplied mounting bracket and
screw set, so the transceiver will not break loose in the event of a collision.
Note: Before installing the transceiver, check how far the mounting screws will extend below
the surface. When drilling mounting holes, be careful not to damage vehicle wiring or parts.
1 Mark the position of the holes in the dash, using the mounting bracket as a
template. Using a 4.2 mm (5/32 inch) drill bit, drill the holes, then attach the
mounting bracket using the supplied screws.
• Mount the transceiver within easy reach of the user and where there is sufficient
space at the rear of the transceiver for cable connections.
2 Connect the antenna and the supplied power cable to the transceiver.
3 Slide the transceiver into the mounting bracket and secure it using the
supplied hex-headed screws.
4 Mount the microphone hanger in a location where it will be within easy
reach of the user.
• The microphone and microphone cable should be mounted in a place where they
will not interfere with the safe operation of the vehicle.
When replacing the fuse in the DC power cable, be sure to replace it with a fuse of the same
value. Never replace a fuse with one that is rated with a higher value.
Flat
washer
M4 x 6 mm
Hex-headed screw
Antenna
connector
Power input
connector
Black (–) cable
DC power cable
Spring
washer
5 x 16 mm
Self-tapping screw
Red (+) cable
Microphone
Mounting bracket
Fuse
2
12 V vehicle
battery
FRONT/REAR PANEL
GETTING ACQUAINTED
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ACC.
① (Power) switch
Press to switch the transceiver ON or OFF.
② / keys
Press to activate their programmable functions {page 4}.
③Display
Refer to page 4.
④ / keys
Press to activate their programmable functions {page 4}.
⑤ TX/RX Indicator
Lights red while transmitting. Lights green while receiving a signal. Flashes
orange when receiving an optional signaling call.
⑥ Microphone jack
Insert the microphone plug into this jack.
⑦ Status Indicator
Lights during a specified mode, based on dealer programming.
⑧ S / A / <B / C> / keys
Press to activate their programmable functions {page 4}.
⑨ Speaker
Internal speaker.
⑩ PTT switch
Press this switch, then speak into the microphone to call a station.
⑪ Antenna connector
Connect the antenna to this connector.
⑫ACC connector
Connect the ACC to this connector, via the KCT-60.
⑬ External speaker jack
Connect an external speaker to this jack.
⑭ Power input connector
Connect the DC Power Cable to this connector.
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DISPLAY
The display shows the channel number and the 2 dots show various modes of
operation.
The left and right dots on the display can be programmed to indicate specific
modes of operation, as listed below.
• AUX
• Horn Alert
• Lone Worker
• Priority Channel
• Scan Delete/Add
• Scrambler
• Talk Around
• Zone Delete/Add
The right dot will blink during special operations (such as Autodial and OST).
PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS
The , , , , S, A, <B, C>, and keys can be programmed with the functions
listed below. Ask your dealer for details on these functions.
• None
• 2-tone Encode
• AUX
• Autodial
• Channel Down
• Channel Entry
• Channel Up
• Direct Zone Channel
1
• Display Brightness
• Emergency
2
• Horn Alert
• Lone Worker
• Monitor
• Monitor Momentary
• Operator Selectable Tone
• Paging Call
• Public Address
• Scan Del/Add
• Scan On/Off
• Scrambler
• Send the GPS Data
• Status 1
• Status 2
• Squelch Level
• Squelch Off
• Squelch Off Momentary
• Talk Around
• Volume Down
• Volume Up
• Zone Down
• Zone Up
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Direct Zone Channel can be programmed only on the S, A, <B, C>, and keys.
2
Emergency can be programmed only on the key.
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BASIC OPERATIONS
SWITCHING POWER ON/ OFF
Press to switch the transceiver ON.
• A beep sounds and the display illuminates.
• If the Transceiver Password function is programmed, “PS” will appear on the display
when the power is turned ON. Refer to “Transceiver Password”, below.
Press again to switch the transceiver OFF.
■ Transceiver Password
To enter the password:
1 Press / to select a digit.
• When using a keypad, simply enter the password digits and proceed to step 3.
2 Press C> to accept the entered digit and move to the next digit.
• Press A or # to delete an incorrect digit. Press and hold A or # to delete all
digits.
• Repeat steps 1 and 2 to enter the entire password.
3 Press S or to confirm the password.
• If you enter an incorrect password, the transceiver remains locked.
ADJUSTINGTHE VOLUME
Press the Volume Up key to increase the volume. Press the Volume Down key
to decrease the volume.
If Squelch Off has been programmed onto a key, you can use that function to
listen to background noise while adjusting the volume level.
SELECTINGA ZONEAND CHANNEL
Select the desired zone and channel using the keys programmed as Zone Up/
Zone Down and Channel Up/ Channel Down.
• “G1” (Zone 1) appears on the display.
TRANSMITTING/ RECEIVING
1 Select your desired zone and channel.
2 Press microphone PTT switch and speak into the microphone to transmit.
Release the PTT switch to receive.
• For best sound quality at the receiving station, hold the microphone approximately
1.5 inches (3 ~ 4 cm) from your mouth.
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SCAN
Scan monitors for signals on the transceiver channels. While scanning, the
transceiver checks for a signal on each channel and only stops if a matching
signal is present.
To start/stop scanning, press the key programmed as Scan On/Off.
• “Sc” appears on the display during Scan.
• When a signal is detected, Scan pauses at that channel. The transceiver will remain on
the busy channel until the signal is no longer present, at which time Scan resumes.
Note: To use Scan, there must be at least 2 channels added to the scanning sequence.
PRIORITY SCAN
If a Priority channel has been programmed, the transceiver will automatically
change to the Priority channel when a call is received on that channel, even if call
is being received on a normal channel.
• “P” appears on the display to indicate the Priority channel (depending on dealer setting).
TEMPORARY CHANNEL LOCKOUT
During scan, you can temporarily remove specific channels from the scanning
sequence by pressing the key programmed as Scan Delete/Add while Scan is
paused at the undesired channel. To temporarily remove a zone, press and hold
Scan Delete/Add while Scan is paused at a channel in the undesired zone.
• The channel/zone is no longer scanned. However, when scanning is ended and
restarted, the Scan settings return to normal.
SCAN DELETE/ADD
You can add and remove zones and/or channels to and from your scan list.
1 Select your desired zone and/or channel.
2 Press the key programmed as Scan Delete/Add to remove a channel or press
and hold the key for approximately 1 second to remove a zone.
• When a channel is added to scan, “cA” appears on the display. When it is removed,
“cd” appears on the display.
• When a zone is added to scan, “GA” appears on the display. When it is removed,
“Gd” appears on the display.
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SCAN REVERT
The Scan Revert channel is the channel selected when you press the PTT switch
to transmit during scan. Your dealer can program one of the following types of
Scan Revert channels:
• Selected: The last channel selected before scan.
• Selected + Talkback: Same as “Selected”, plus you can respond to calls on the
channel at which scan is paused.
• Priority: The Priority channel.
• Priority + Talkback: Same as “Priority”, plus you can respond to calls on the channel
at which scan is paused.
• Last Called + Selected: The last channel on which you receive a call or the last
channel selected before scan, whichever operation occured latest.
DTMF CALLS
Note: To make DTMF calls, you must use an optional microphone with a DTMF keypad.
MANUAL DIALING
1 Press and hold the PTT switch.
2 Enter the desired digits using the keypad.
• If Keypad Auto-PTT is enabled by your dealer, you do not need to press the PTT
switch to transmit; you can make the call simply by pressing the keys.
AUTODIAL
Autodial allows you to quickly call DTMF numbers that have been programmed
onto your transceiver.
1 Press the key programmed as Autodial or the microphone key.
• “Ad” appears on the display.
2 Enter the desired memory location number (1 ~ 9).
3 Press the PTT switch to make the call.
REDIALING
1 Press the key programmed as Autodial or the microphone key.
• “Ad” appears on the display.
2 Press the microphone 0 key.
• “rd” appears on the display.
• If there is no data in the redial memory, an error tone will sound.
3 Press the PTT switch to make the call.
Note: Switching the transceiver power OFF clears the redial memory.
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STUN
This function is used when a transceiver is stolen or lost. When the transceiver
receives a call containing a stun code, the transceiver becomes disabled. The
stun code is cancelled when the transceiver receives a call with a revive code.
• “St” appears on the display while the transceiver is stunned.
SIGNALING
QUIET TALK (QT)/ DIGITAL QUIET TALK (DQT)
Your dealer may have programmed QT or DQT signaling on your transceiver
channels. A QT tone/ DQT code is a sub-audible tone/code which allows you to
ignore (not hear) calls from other parties who are using the same channel.
OPTIONAL SIGNALING
Your dealer may also program several types of optional signaling for your
transceiver channels.
2-tone Signaling: 2-tone Signaling opens the squelch only when your
transceiver receives a call containing matching 2 tones.
DTMF Signaling: DTMF Signaling opens the squelch only when the transceiver
receives a call containing a matching DTMF code.
FleetSync Signaling: Refer to “SELCALL (SELECTIVE CALLING)” on page 9.
MDC-1200: MDC-1200 is a data system using Audio
(AFSK). Transceivers communicate
1800 Hz tones.
at a 1200 baud rate, using 1200 Hz and
Frequency Shift Keying
OPERATOR SELECTABLE TONE (OST)
You can change the preset encode and decode tones for the selected channel.
Up to 16 OST pairs can be pre-programmed by your dealer.
1 Select your desired channel.
2 Press the key programmed as Operator Selectable Tone or press and hold
the microphone key.
• “ot” appears on the display, followed by the current OST number.
3 Press <B and C> to select the desired OST number.
4 Use the transceiver the same as in a regular call; press the PTT switch to
transmit and release it to receive.
5 To exit OST mode and return to the preset encode and decode tones, press S.
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FleetSync: ALPHANUMERIC 2-WAY PAGING FUNCTION
FleetSync is an Alphanumeric 2-way Paging Function and is a protocol owned by
JVC KENWOOD Corporation.
Note: If set up by your dealer, your transceiver may use the MDC-1200 feature in place of
FleetSync. MDC-1200 and FleetSync cannot be operated simultaneously.
SELCALL (SELECTIVE CALLING)
A Selcall is a voice call to a particular station or to a group of stations.
■ Transmitting
1 Select your desired zone and channel.
2 Press the microphone PTT switch and begin your conversation.
■ Receiving
If enabled by your dealer, an alert tone will sound and the LED will blink when
a Selcall has been received.
To respond to the call, press the PTT switch and speak into the microphone.
■ Identification Codes
An ID code is a combination of a 3-digit Fleet number and a 4-digit ID number.
Each transceiver must have its own Fleet and ID number.
Note: The ID range may be limited by programming.
PAGING CALL
1 Select your desired zone and channel.
2 Press and hold the key programmed as Paging Call for 1 second to transmit
your PTT List ID, to request a call.
STATUS MESSAGE
You can transmit pre-programmed status messages by pressing the keys
programmed as Status 1 and Status 2.
Status messages are 2-digit codes ranging from 10 to 99 (80 ~ 99 are reserved
for special messages).
• “dt” appears on the display when sending a status message. “Ed” appears on the
display when receiving an acknowledgement. “Er” appears on the display during status
message no reply.
GPS REPORT
If a GPS unit (NMEA-0183 format) is installed on your transceiver, you can press
the key programmed as Send the GPS data to send your location data.
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ADVANCED OPERATIONS
EMERGENCY CALLS
If your transceiver has been programmed with the Emergency function, you can
make emergency calls.
1 Press and hold the key programmed as Emergency.
• Depending on the delay time programmed into your transceiver, the length of time
you must hold the Emergency key will vary.
• When the transceiver enters Emergency mode, the transceiver will change to the
Emergency channel and begin transmitting based on how the transceiver is set up.
2 To exit Emergency mode, press and hold the Emergency key again.
• If the Emergency mode completes the preset number of cycles, Emergency mode
will automatically end and the transceiver will return to normal.
■ Lone Worker Mode
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 and hold the key programmed as Lone Worker for 2 seconds to toggle
the Lone Worker function ON or OFF.
• “Ln” appears on the display while Lone Worker is activated.
TALK AROUND
During interruptions in service (such as a power failure), you can continue to
communicate by using the Talk Around feature. Talk Around allows you to
communicate directly with other transceivers without the use of a repeater, as
long they are not too far away or there are no geographical obstacles in the way.
Press the key programmed as Talk Around to toggle the Talk Around function ON
or OFF.
• “tA” appears on the display while Talk Around is activated.
VOICE SCRAMBLER
Note: Your dealer can activate the built-in scrambler function, or they can add a more secure
optional scrambler board to your transceiver. Ask your dealer for details.
The built-in scrambler prevent others from easily listening in on your calls. When
activated, the transceiver distorts your voice so that anybody listening to your
conversation will not be able to clearly hear what you are saying.
In order for members of your own group to hear your call while you are using the
scrambler, all members must activate their scrambler functions.
Press the key programmed as Scrambler to toggle the Scrambler function ON or
OFF.
• “Sr” appears on the display while the Scrambler is activated.
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