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  • Kenwood NX-1800 | User Manual - Page 1
    NX-1000 series USER MANUAL B5A-4225-00/01_EN
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    CONTENTS MODELS COVERED BY THIS MANUAL 5 PREPARATION 6 CONNECTING THE POWER CABLE 6 INSTALLING THE TRANSCEIVER 7 OPTIONS...9 ORIENTATION 11 FRONT VIEW 11 REAR VIEW 12 MICROPHONE 12 Display...13 BASIC OPERATIONS 15 SWITCHING
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    70 SCAN...71 TEMPORARY CHANNEL LOCKOUT 71 PRIORITY SCAN 72 SCAN REVERT 72 DTMF (DUAL TONE MULTI FREQUENCY) CALLS 73 MAKING A DTMF CALL 73 Manual Dialing 73 Keypad Auto PTT 73 Store & Send 73 Stun Code 73 EMERGENCY CALLS 74 SCRAMBLER (ANALOG)/ ENCRYPTION (NXDN/ DMR 75 SECURE (ENCRYPTED
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    STATUS MESSAGE 80 Receiving 80 SHORT MESSAGES 80 GPS REPORT 80 5-TONE SIGNALING (For E type only 81 SELCALL (SELECTIVE CALLING 81 Transmitting 81 Receiving 81 STATUS MESSAGE 82 Transmitting 82 Receiving 82 BACKGROUND OPERATIONS 83 TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT 83 SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR 83
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    models listed below are covered by this manual: NXDN/ Analog Transceiver NX-1700HNV NX-1700HN NX-1700N NX-1800HNU NX-1800HN NX-1800N VHF TRANSCEIVER VHF TRANSCEIVER VHF TRANSCEIVER UHF TRANSCEIVER UHF TRANSCEIVER
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    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. 6
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    INSTALLING THE TRANSCEIVER WARNING For passenger safety, install the transceiver securely using the supplied or optional 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
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    CAUTION 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. M4 x 8 mm Hex-headed screw Flat washer Spring washer 5 x 16 mm Self-tapping screw Microphone Antenna connector Power input
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    OPTIONS The following options are available for use with this transceiver. Model Name KAS-20 KCT-18 KCT-23M KCT-36 KCT-60 KPG-46U KPG-46X KDI-03 KES-5/ 5A KES-8K KLF-2 KMB-10 KMB-34 KMC-9C KMC-53 KMC-59C KMC-35 KMC-36 KMC-60 KMC-62 KMC-65 KMC-66 KPS-15 KPS-16 GPS 15XL-W GA25MCX Product Name AVL/
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    Model Name Software Options KWD-1200CA KWD-1201CD KWD-1202TD KWD-1300CA KWD-1301CN KWD-1500EE KWD-1501RC Product Name NXDN CONVENTIONAL (for A) (USA/ EU/ UK) NXDN CONVENTIONAL (for D) (USA/ EU/ UK) NXDN TYPE-D TRUNKING (USA/ EU/ UK) DMR CONVENTIONAL (for A) (For USA only.) DMR CONVENTIONAL (for N)
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    FRONT VIEW ORIENTATION [ ] (Power) switch Press to switch the transceiver power ON or OFF. buttons Press to activate their programmable functions. Default Press Press and hold + Volume Up Volume Up (Continuous) Volume Down Volume Down (Continuous) Display Refer to page 13. [ ]/ [ ]
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    Default C> Press Zone Up Speaker Internal speaker. REAR VIEW For K type Press and hold Zone Up (Continuous) For E type Antenna connector Connect the antenna to this connector. ACC connector Connect the ACC to this connector, via the KCT-60. External speaker jack Connect an external speaker
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    Display Icon Description Displays the signal strength. : Strong signal : Moderate signal : Weak signal : Very weak signal : No Carrier The channel is using low transmit power. The GPS position is determined. Blinks when the GPS is unable to determine the position. The Monitor or Squelch Off
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    Icon Description The Internal Speaker function is activated. The current zone is added to the Multi-Zone scanning sequence. The External Speaker function is activated. The AUX function is activated. The current channel is added to the scanning sequence. The Operator Selectable Tone function is
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    BASIC OPERATIONS SWITCHING POWER ON/ OFF Press and hold [ ] to switch the transceiver power ON. • A beep sounds and the display illuminates. • If the Power-on tone select is set to OFF, the beep will not sound. • If the Transceiver Password function is programmed, "PASSWORD" will appear on the
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    TRANSMITTING 1 Select the desired zone and channel. 2 Press the button 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 to the microphone. Release the PTT switch to receive. •
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    Making Individual Calls (NXDN/ DMR) You can select a Unit ID/ name from the list to make a call to those parties on a channel. 1 Press the button programmed as [Individual], [Individual + Short Message] or [Individual + Status] to enter Individual Call Mode. • Alternatively, press the button
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    RECEIVING 1 Select the desired zone and channel. (If the Scan function has been programmed, you can switch it On or Off as desired.) 2 When you hear the caller's voice, readjust the volume as necessary. • If signaling has been programmed on the selected channel, you will hear a call only if the
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    ACCESSIBLE FUNCTIONS FUNCTION MODE Your transceiver operations vary according to the functions that your dealer has programmed to the transceiver buttons. Refer to "FUNCTIONS LIST" {page 21} for the available programmable functions. MENU MODE Many functions on this transceiver are selected or
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    Menu Access 1 Press the button programmed as [Menu]. • The category list is shown. • When there is only one category, the function list is shown (proceed to step 4). 2 Press [ ] buttons to select a category item. 3 Press the [ S ] button to view the function list for the selected
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    FUNCTIONS LIST PF Button : Functions that can be programmed to the transceiver buttons Menu : Functions that can be accessed using the transceiver Menu Analog : Channels set up for Analog NXDN : Channels set up for NXDN DMR : Channels set up for DMR ✔: Available N/A: Not Available Function None 2-
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    Function Digit 1x Down Digit 1x Up Digit 10x Down Digit 10x Up Direct Channel 1 ~ 5 Direct Channel 1 ~ 5 Select Display Format Emergency External Microphone Sense External Speaker Fixed Volume Function GPS Position Display Group Group + Short Message Group + Status High Transmit Power Home Channel
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    Function Lone Worker Low Transmit Power Maintenance Manual Site Hunt Medium Transmit Power Menu Microphone Sense Microphone Type Monitor Monitor Momentary Operator Selectable Tone OST List OVCM Priority-channel Select Public Address Radio
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    Function Menu Display PF Button Menu Analog NXDN DMR Scan Delete/ Add SCAN D/A ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Scrambler/ Encryption SCRENC ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Scrambler/ Encryption Code SCRENC C ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Send the GPS Data SEND GPS ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Short Message SDM MODE ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Speaker
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    Function Zone Down (Continuous) Zone Up Zone Up (Continuous) Menu Display PF Button Menu Analog NXDN DMR - ✔ N/A ✔ ✔ ✔ - ✔ N/A ✔ ✔ ✔ - ✔ N/A ✔ ✔ ✔ 25
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    FUNCTIONS OVERVIEW Following is a brief overview of the functions available on the transceiver accessible using the Menu and/ or programmable to the transceiver buttons. • For details on functions that are not included in "FUNCTIONS OVERVIEW" and "FUNCTION DESCRIPTIONS" {page 70}, please consult
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    AUX [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] This is the function that can control the transceiver by the port input (High/ Low) from the connected external device. PF Button: Press the programmed button to change the AUX On or Off. Menu Mode: Select "AUX" and press the [ S ] button to change the AUX On or Off. • The "
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    Broadcast [DMR] Allows you to make a Broadcast Group Call. Broadcast Group Call can be used to engage in one-way informative group voice calls by initiating a call to a group. PF Button: Press the programmed button, to switch to Broadcast Call. Menu Mode: Select "BROADCAST" and press the [ S ]
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    Call 1 ~ 6 [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to send assigned signaling from Call 1 to Call 6. PF Button: Press the programmed button to send a message or initiate a call. Calling Alert [Analog] Allows you to send a calling alert to the other party. Calling alert tones help identify yourself to party
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    Channel Entry [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] In Channel Entry Mode, channel can be selected by the same operation as List selection. PF Button: 1 Press the programmed button to enter Channel Entry Mode. 2 Press the [ ] buttons to select your desired channel. 3 Press the [ S ] button to confirm
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    To enter 3-digit channel number (example: Channel 123): 1 Press the programmed button to enter Channel Entry Mode. 2 Press the [ ] buttons to select "1" 3 Press the [ S ] button. 4 Press the [ ] buttons to select "2". 5 Press the [ S ] button. 6 Press the [
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    Clear [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to cancel the data (Status Message, Short Message, Remote Control Message, Call Alert, etc.) transmission, reject an incoming call, or disconnect the call. PF Button: Press the programmed button to end a call or cancel a status message transmission. • "CANCEL" is
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    Direct Channel 1 ~ 5 [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to go directly to Direct Channel 1 ~ 5. PF Button: 1 Press the programmed button to jump to a frequently used zone and channel. 2 Press this button again to return to the formerly selected channel. • If activated by your dealer, you can set your
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    Display Format [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to switch the display between the zone-channel number and the channel name. Zone-channel number Channel name PF Button: Press the programmed button to switch the display between the zone-channel number and the channel name. Menu Mode: Select "DISP FMT"
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    Emergency [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] This is for entering Emergency Mode if the transceiver is in standby mode. If the transceiver is in Emergency mode, it exits the emergency mode. In Emergency Mode, the transceiver repeats transmission and reception at regular intervals. PF Button: Press and hold the
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    External Speaker [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] If external speaker connected to the transceiver, select the output of the speaker to the external speaker or internal speaker. PF Button: Press the programmed button to switch the external speaker or internal speaker. Menu Mode: 1 Select "SPEAKER" and press the
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    Fixed Volume [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to change the volume level of the tone. PF Button: Press the programmed button to change Low, High, or Off. Menu Mode: 1 Select "FIXED VOL" and press the [ S ] button. 2 Press the [ ] buttons to select Low, High, or Off. 3 Press the [ S ]
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    GPS Position Display [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] This is the function to show the location information of the own transceiver on the transceiver display. PF Button: Press the programmed button to the displayed in the order of latitude (5 sec) , longitude (5 sec) , altitude (5 sec) , latitude (5 sec) ... .
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    Group [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Activates Group Call Mode. 1 PF Button: Press the programmed button to enter Group Call Mode (NXDN/ DMR) or Selcall Mode (FleetSync/ MDC-1200). Menu Mode: Select "GRP MODE" and press the [ S ] button to enter Group Call Mode (NXDN/ DMR) or Selcall Mode (FleetSync/ MDC-1200
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    Group + Short Message [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to specify a Group ID to send short messages. 1 PF Button: Press the programmed button to enter Group Call Mode (NXDN/ DMR) or Selcall Mode (FleetSync/ MDC-1200). Menu Mode: Select "GRP SDM" and press the [ S ] button to enter Group Call Mode (
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    High Transmit Power [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Turns High Transmit Power On or Off. When using a channel programmed with low or medium power, this allows you to change the output power to high. PF Button: Press the programmed button to change the output power to high or the original setting. Menu Mode:
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    Home Channel Select [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to set the currently selected channel to Home Channel. 1 Select the channel to be set as Home Channel. 2 PF Button: Press and hold the programmed button to set the currently selected channel as the Home Channel. Menu Mode: Select "HOME SEL" and
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    Individual [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Activates Individual Call Mode. 1 PF Button: Press the programmed button to enter Individual Call Mode (NXDN/ DMR) or Selcall Mode (FleetSync/ MDC-1200). Menu Mode: Select "IND MODE" and press the [ S ] button to enter Individual Call Mode (NXDN/ DMR) or Selcall Mode (
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    Individual + Short Message [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to specify a Unit ID to send short messages. 1 PF Button: Press the programmed button to enter Individual Call Mode (NXDN/ DMR) or Selcall Mode (FleetSync/ MDC-1200). Menu Mode: Select "IND SDM" and press the [ S ] button to enter Individual
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    LCD Brightness [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] This is the function to adjust the brightness of the LCD backlight. PF Button: Press the programmed button to change the LCD brightness high, low, or off. High Low Off Menu Mode: Select "LCD BRIGHT" and press the [ S ] button to change the LCD Brightness high, low
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    Lone Worker [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Using Lone Worker function, the transceiver can automatically enter Emergency Mode and notify the base station of the emergency status when the transceiver becomes disabled from operating due to an accident. PF Button: Press the programmed button to change the Lone
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    Low Transmit Power [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Turns Low Transmit Power On or Off. When using a channel programmed with medium or high power, this allows you to change the output power to low. PF Button: Press the programmed button to change the output power to Low or the original setting. Menu Mode: Select
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    Maintenance [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to display the signal strength and Bit Error Rate (BER) on the LCD when constructing the system or during maintenance. 1 PF Button: Press the programmed button to enter Maintenance Display Mode. Menu Mode: Select "MAINT" and press the [ S ] button to enter
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    the same System set in DMR Site Roaming and go to search for repeaters that can detect the synchronization signal. • "SEARCH" is displayed during Manual Site Hunt operation. Medium Transmit Power [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Turns Medium Transmit Power On or Off. When using a channel programmed with low or
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    Microphone Sense [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to change the internal microphone sensitivity. Menu Mode: 1 Select "MIC SENSE" and press the [ S ] button. 2 Press the [ ] buttons to select the microphone sensitivity. • You can select from +6 dB (High sensitivity) to -20 dB (Low
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    Monitor [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to turn the transceiver signaling off, to listen to all calls that are received on the channel. PF Button: Press the programmed button to change the Monitor On or Off. Menu Mode: Select "MONITOR" and press the [ S ] button to change the Monitor On or Off. • The
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    OST List [Analog] Allows you to enter OST List mode. 1 PF Button: Press and hold the programmed button to enter OST List Mode. Menu Mode: Select "OST LIST" and press the [ S ] button to enter OST List Mode. • The " " indicator appears on the display. 2 Press the [ ] buttons to select
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    Priority-channel Select [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] A Priority channel must be programmed in order for Priority Scan to function. When using a single Priority channel, the transceiver will automatically change to the Priority channel when a call is received on it, even if a call is being received on a
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    Public Address [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] This function for enables the transceiver to be used in place of a megaphone. Pressing and holding the PTT switch while Public Address is enabled causes the audio spoken into the microphone to be emitted from the external speaker for Public Address that is
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    Radio Check (MDC-1200) [Analog] This function is for MDC-1200 Radio Check. Radio Check is a function for checking whether a transceiver is available for calling, such as whether the transceiver is on or whether it is within the communication range. Menu Mode: 1 Select "RD CHECK" and press the [ S ]
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    Radio Uninhibit (MDC-1200) [Analog] This is for MDC-1200 Radio Uninhibit. Radio Uninhibit is a function for reviving a transceiver which has been stunned. Menu Mode: 1 Select "UNINHIBIT" and press the [ S ] button to enter Radio Uninhibit Mode. 2 Press the [ ] buttons to select the
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    Remote Control [NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to remotely control a specified transceiver from the transceiver. In the NXDN and DMR systems, it allows you to operate the transceiver directly, send a remote control message and control the target transceiver. Note: ◆ The Remote Control is a software option.
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    Menu Mode: 1 Select "RMT CTRL" and press the [ S ] button to enter Remote Control Mode. 2 Press the [ ] buttons to select Unit ID List. 3 Press the [ S ] button to enter Remote Control Message Selection. 4 Press the [ ] buttons to select Remote Control Message. 5 Press
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    mode. Save Log Data [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] This function saves the operation and communication logs of this transceiver. • This function is for field support use such for your dealer. Scan [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you starting or stopping scan. PF Button: Press the programmed button to start scanning
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    Scan Delete/ Add [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to include or omit each channel in the scan sequence. 1 Select your desired channel. 2 PF Button: Press the programmed button to change the Scan Delete/ Add status of the channel. Menu Mode: Select "SCAN D/A" and press the [ S ] button to activate/
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    Scrambler/ Encryption Code [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to change the Scrambler Code/ Encryption Key used in the transmission. 1 PF Button: Press and hold the programmed button to enter Scrambler/ Encryption Code Mode. Menu Mode: Select "SCRENC C" and press the [ S ] button to enter Scrambler/
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    Send the GPS Data [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to send your positioning data to the base station when the GPS unit has been installed. • When the power is turned ON and/ or the reception condition of the GPS satellite is poor, positioning may take longer to complete. PF Button: Press the
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    Speaker Type [NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to configure the type of the external speaker and speaker/ microphone to be connected to the transceiver and enables the optimal conditions of the audio quality. Menu Mode: 1 Select "SPK TYPE" and press the [ S ] button. 2 Press the [ ] buttons to
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    Squelch Level [Analog] Allows you to adjust the transceiver squelch level. 1 PF Button: Press the programmed button to enter Squelch Level Adjustment Mode. Menu Mode: Select "SQL LEVEL" and press the [ S ] button enter Squelch Level Adjustment Mode. 2 Press the [ ] buttons to increase
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    Stack [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to check the records of received calls and messages received. • The " " indicator lights up when all stacked data is already read. • When there is unread data, The " " indicator blinks. 1 PF Button: Press the programmed button to enter Stack Mode. Menu Mode:
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    3 Press the [ ] buttons to select the List. • Each time press the [ S ] button to change display type (Message → Caller ID → Channel No.→ Message→ ). • Press the [ A ] button, delete confirmation is displayed, press the [ S ] button to delete displayed Caller ID and Message. • Press
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    Surveillance [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to disable the alert tone, backlight and LED functions. The Surveillance function is used when the change of the transceiver status needs to be kept unnoticed, such as while on a Public Safety operation. PF Button: Press the programmed button to activate/
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    TX Audio Equalizer [NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to set the transmission audio characteristic (Flat, High boost, or Low boost). Menu Mode: 1 Select "TX EQ" and press the [ S ] button. 2 Press the [ ] buttons to select the audio characteristic. Type Description FLAT Standard TX audio
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    Zone Delete/ Add [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to include or omit each Zone in the Multi-Zone scan sequence. 1 Select your desired zone. 2 PF Button: Press the programmed button to switch the Zone Delete/ Add status of the channel. Menu Mode: Select "ZONE D/A" and press the [ S ] button to
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    FUNCTION DESCRIPTIONS For details on functions that are not included in "FUNCTIONS OVERVIEW" {page 26} and "FUNCTION DESCRIPTIONS", please consult your dealer. TRANSCEIVER PASSWORD If the transceiver is password protected, "PASSWORD" will appear on the display when the power is turned on. To unlock
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    SCAN Scan is useful for monitoring signals on the transceiver channels. While scanning, the transceiver checks for a signal on each channel and only stops on a channel if a signal is present. To begin scanning, press the button programmed as [Scan]. • The " " indicator appears on the display. • If
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    PRIORITY SCAN A Priority channel must be programmed in order for Priority Scan to function. When using a single Priority channel, the transceiver will automatically change to the Priority channel when a call is received on it, even if a call is being received on a normal channel. When using dual
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    Dialing and Keypad Auto PTT are available only on Mobile transceivers with microphone with keypad. MAKING A DTMF CALL Manual Dialing 1 Press and hold the PTT switch. 2 Enter the desired digits using the DTMF or microphone keypad. • The corresponding DTMF tones sound each time you
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    EMERGENCY CALLS If your transceiver has been programmed with the Emergency function, you can make emergency calls. 1 Press and hold the button programmed as [Emergency]. • Depending on the delay time programmed into your transceiver, the length of time you must hold the Emergency button will vary. •
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    SCRAMBLER (ANALOG)/ ENCRYPTION (NXDN/ DMR) Note: ◆ The following types of encryption are available depending on the protocol used. NXDN : Bit scrambling (built-in encryption function) DMR : Bit scrambling (built-in encryption function) and Enhanced Encryption ◆ The Enhanced Encryption is a software
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    SELECTING THE ENCRYPTION KEY 1 Press the button programmed as [Scrambler/ Encryption Code] to enter Scrambler/ Encryption Code Mode. • Alternatively, press the button programmed as [Menu] to enter Scrambler/ Encryption Code Mode using the Menu Mode. 2 Select the new Encryption key using the [
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    SIGNALING QUIET TALK (QT)/ DIGITAL QUIET TALK (DQT) [ANALOG] 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. When a channel
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    OPTIONAL SIGNALING Your dealer may also program several types of optional signaling for your transceiver channels. 2-tone Signaling [Analog] 2-tone Signaling opens the squelch only when your transceiver receives a call containing a matching 2-tone signal. 1 Press the button programmed as [2-tone]. •
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    FleetSync: ALPHANUMERIC 2-WAY PAGING FUNCTION FleetSync is an Alphanumeric 2-way Paging Function, and is a protocol owned by JVCKENWOOD Corporation. FleetSync enables a variety of paging functions on your transceiver, some of which depend on dealer programming. Note: ◆ This function is available
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    return to normal operation. SHORT MESSAGES This transceiver can receive short data messages which contain a maximum of 48 characters. GPS REPORT GPS data can be manually transmitted by pressing the button programmed as [Send the GPS Data], or by accessing the Menu. If set up by your dealer, GPS data
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    5-TONE SIGNALING (For E type only) 5-tone is the signaling mainly used in Europe. The transceiver can make a Selcall, Group Call, and Status Call by using the consecutive 5 single tones. The transceiver can make the following types of communication using 5-tone signaling. SELCALL (SELECTIVE CALLING)
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    STATUS MESSAGE You can send and receive Status messages which may be decided in your talk group. Status messages are up to 8-digit codes. By configuring a name consisting of a maximum of 10 alphanumeric characters, each message can be displayed on the transceiver like a text message. A received
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    BACKGROUND OPERATIONS TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT) The Time-out Timer is used to prevent any caller from using a channel for an extended period of time. If you continuously transmit for a period of time that exceeds the programmed time, the transceiver will stop transmitting and an alert tone will sound. To
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    BUSY CHANNEL LOCKOUT (BCL) If BCL is set up by your dealer, you will be unable to transmit on the channel if it is already in use. Under these circumstances, use a different channel or wait until the channel becomes free. However, if BCL Override has also been programmed, you can transmit over the
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USER MANUAL
NX-1000 series