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  • Kenwood TH-K2ET | User Manual - Page 1
    INSTRUCTION MANUAL 144MHz FM TRANSCEIVER TH-K2AT TH-K2E TH-K2ET 430MHz FM TRANSCEIVER TH-K4AT TH-K4E © B62-1696-00 (K, K2, E, E3, M, M2) 09 08 07 06 05 04 03 02 01 00
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    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
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    models listed below are covered by this manual. TH-K2AT, TH-K2E, TH-K2ET TH-K4AT, TH-K4E MARKET CODES Kn: The Americas En: Europe Mn: General (Where n represents a variation number.) The market
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    for extended periods. The transceiver may overheat. • Do not modify this transceiver unless instructed by this manual or by KENWOOD documentation. • When using a regulated power supply, connect the specified transceiver. Contact your authorized KENWOOD dealer, customer service, or service station.
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    CONTENTS NOTICE TO THE USER MODELS COVERED BY THIS MANUAL MARKET CODES PRECAUTIONS CONTENTS i THANK YOU vi FEATURES vi SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES vii WRITING CONVENTIONS FOLLOWED x PREPARATION 1 INSTALLING THE PB-43N NI-MH BATTERY PACK 1 INSTALLING
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    MENU SETUP 24 WHAT IS A MENU 24 MENU ACCESS 24 MENU FUNCTION LIST 26 ALPHABETICAL FUNCTION LIST 29 OPERATING THROUGH REPEATERS 31 OFFSET PROGRAMMING FLOW 32 Programming an Offset 32 Selecting an Offset Direction 32 Selecting an Offset Frequency 33 Activating the Tone Function 34 Selecting
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    a CTCSS Frequency 70 CTCSS Freq. ID Scan 72 DCS 73 Using DCS 73 Selecting a DCS Code 74 DCS Code ID Scan 75 DTMF FUNCTIONS 76 MANUAL DIALING (TH-K2AT/ ET/ K4AT ONLY 76 DTMF TX Hold (TH-K2AT/ ET/ K4AT only 77 AUTOMATIC DIALER 77 Storing a DTMF Number in Memory 77
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    PERIPHERALS 104 SP/MIC JACK 104 SP/MIC 104 PC 105 Using the PG-4Y PC Interface Cable 106 Using the MCP-1A Software 107 TROUBLESHOOTING 108 GENERAL INFORMATION 108 Service 108 Service Note 109 Cleaning 110 BACKUP BATTERY 110 iv
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    112 VFO reset 113 Reset using the Menu 114 OPERATION NOTICES 115 Operating Voltage 115 Receiving Signals in Cities 115 Transmission 116 Internal Beats 116 TROUBLESHOOTING 117 INTERNAL BEATS FREQUENCY LIST 121 SPECIFICATIONS 122 INDEX 134 v
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    user friendly, this transceiver is technically sophisticated and some features may be new to you. Consider this manual to be a personal tutorial from the designers. Allow the manual to guide you through the learning process now, then act as a reference in the coming years. FEATURES • Compact design
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    case J69-0342-XX - - 1 1 A02-3817-XX - 1 - 1 Ni-MH battery Charger W09-0991-XX 1 - 1 - W08-0959-XX - - 1 - W08-0960-XX 1 - - - Instruction Manual E B62-1696-XX 1 1 1 1 S B62-1697-XX 1 1 - - G B62-1699-XX - - - - C B62-1695-XX - - - 1 I B62-1702-XX - - - - F B62-1757-XX - - - - D B62-1758
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    A02-3817-XX - - Ni-MH battery W09-0991-XX 1 1 Charger W08-0959-XX 1 1 W08-0960-XX - - E B62-1696-XX 1 1 S B62-1697-XX 1 1 G B62-1699-XX 1 1 Instruction Manual C B62-1695-XX - - I B62-1702-XX 1 1 F B62-1757-XX 1 1 D B62-1758-XX 1 1 Warranty card - 1 1 viii
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    A02-3817-XX 1 - Ni-MH battery W09-0991-XX - 1 Charger W08-0959-XX - 1 W08-0960-XX - - E B62-1696-XX 1 1 S B62-1697-XX - 1 G B62-1699-XX - 1 Instruction Manual C B62-1695-XX 1 - I B62-1702-XX - 1 F B62-1757-XX - 1 D B62-1758-XX - 1 Warranty card - - 1 ix
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    writing conventions described below have been followed to simplify instructions and avoid unnecessary repetition. Instruction What to Do Press [KEY]. Press and release , the following meter band descriptions are used in this manual. • 2 m band: 144 ~ 148 MHz or 144 ~ 146 MHz • 70 cm band: 430
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    (Other than TH-K2AT K2/ M2, TH-K4AT M2)" {page 6}. 1 Unlock (open) the safety catch located at the bottom of the battery pack. 2 Match the guides of the battery pack with the corresponding grooves on the upper rear of the transceiver, then firmly press the battery pack to lock it in
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    4 To remove the battery pack, lift the safety catch, then press the release latch to unlock the battery pack. Lift the battery pack away from the transceiver. INSTALLING ALKALINE BATTERIES 1 To open the BT-14 battery case lid, insert your thumb or finger into the hole on the top of the battery case,
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    2 Insert (or remove) six AA (LR6) Alkaline batteries. • Be sure to match the battery polarities with those marked in the bottom of the battery case. 3 Align the two tabs at the bottom of battery case, then close the cover until the locking tabs on top click. 4 To install the battery case onto (or
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    INSTALLING THE ANTENNA Hold the supplied antenna by its base, then screw it into the connector on the top panel of the transceiver until secure. ATTACHING THE HAND STRAP (OTHER THAN TH-K2AT K/ K2) If desired, you can attach the supplied hand strap to the transceiver. Strap 4
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    INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP If desired, you can install the supplied belt clip to the transceiver. 1 Loosely insert the two supplied screws into the holes on the back panel of the transceiver. 2 Slide the belt hook into position, under the screws. 3 Tighten the screws until secure. Note: When the belt
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    CHARGING THE PB-43N Ni-MH BATTERY PACK (OTHER THAN TH-K2AT K2/ M2, TH-K4AT M2) The Ni-MH battery pack can be charged after it has been installed onto the transceiver. (The battery pack is provided uncharged for safety purposes.) 1 Confirm that the transceiver power is OFF. • While charging the
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    Note: x Never leave the battery pack in direct sunlight. x The transceiver becomes warm while charging the battery pack. x While the battery pack is charged, the ambient temperature must be within 0°C ~ 40°C (32°F ~ 104°F). Otherwise, charging does not start. If the transceiver senses that the
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    CONNECTING TO A CIGARETTE LIGHTER SOCKET To connect the transceiver to the cigarette lighter socket in your vehicle, use an optional PG-3J Cigarette Lighter cable. When the PG-3J is connected to the cigarette lighter plug, the transceiver automatically starts charging the PB-43N Ni-MH battery pack.
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    CONNECTING TO A REGULATED POWER SUPPLY To connect the transceiver to an appropriate regulated DC power supply, use an optional PG-2W DC cable. 1 Confirm that the power of both the transceiver and the DC power supply is OFF. 2 Connect the optional PG-2W DC cable to the DC power supply; the red lead
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    on the air right away. The instructions below are intended only for a quick guide. If you encounter problems or there is something you would like to know more, read the detailed explanations given later in this manual. 1 Press
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    • A high pitched double beep sounds and a Power-ON message appears momentarily. The various indicators and the current operating frequency appear on the LCD. • The transceiver stores the current parameters when it is turned OFF and automatically recalls these parameters the next time you turn the
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    GETTING ACQUAINTED KEYS AND CONTROLS Tuning control Antenna connector PTT switch VOL control LED (TX:Red RX:Green) Display (LCD) SP/MIC jack Power Switch LAMP key MONI/SQL key DC IN jack MENU key Keypad TH-K2AT/ ET/ K4AT 12
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    Tuning control Antenna connector PTT switch VOL control LED (TX:Red RX:Green) Display (LCD) SP/MIC jack Power Switch LAMP key MONI/SQL key MENU key TH-K2E/ K4E DC IN jack Keypad 13
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    DISPLAY qw e r t y u i o !0 !1 !8 !7 !6 !5 !4 !3 !2 q Appears when the CTCSS function is activated {page 69}. w Appears when the Tone function is activated {page 34}. e Appears when the DCS function is activated {page 73}. r Appears when the repeater shift function is activated {pages 31 ~ 34,
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    u Appears when a Priority Scan function is activated {page 65}. i Displays the frequencies, Menu settings, Memory name and other information. o Appears when the Weather Alert function is activated {page 55}. !0 Appears when narrow FM Mode is selected {page 91}. !1 Displays the Menu No., memory
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    !7 Appears when the function key is pressed. !8 appears when high power transmission is selected, appears when medium power is selected, and appears when low power is selected {page 95}. 16
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    BASIC OPERATION Switching the Power ON/OFF 1 Press [ ] (POWER) briefly to switch the transceiver power ON. • A high pitched double beep sounds and a Power-ON message {page 92} appears briefly, followed by the frequency and other indicators. 2 To switch the transceiver OFF, press [ ] (POWER) again. •
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    Adjusting the Squelch The purpose of Squelch is to mute the speaker when no signals are present. With the squelch level correctly set, you will hear sound only while actually receiving signals. The higher the selected squelch level, the stronger the signals must be to receive. The appropriate
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    Transmitting 1 To transmit, hold the transceiver approximately 5 cm (2 inches) from your mouth, then press and hold [PTT] and speak into the microphone in your normal tone of voice. • The LED lights red and the bar-graph meter appears. • If you press [PTT] while you are outside of the transmission
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    Selecting a Frequency s VFO Mode This is the basic mode for changing the operating frequency. Turn the Tuning control clockwise to increase the frequency and counterclockwise to decrease the frequency. s MHz Mode If the desired operating frequency is far away from the current frequency, it is
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    s Direct Frequency Entry (TH-K2AT/ ET/ K4AT only) In addition to turning the Tuning control, there is another way to select the frequency. When the desired frequency is far away from the current frequency, you can directly enter a frequency using the numeric keypad. 1 Press [VFO]. • You must be in
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    Example 2 To enter 145.000 MHz: Key in Display [#] --- --- [1], [4], [5] 1 4 5. - - - [#] 1 4 5. 0 0 0 Example 3 (Short cut) To enter 145.000 MHz: Key in Display 1 4 4. 6 2 5 [#] --- --- [5] 5 - -. - - - [] 1 4 5. - - - [#] 1 4 5. 0 0 0 Example 4 To change 144.650 MHz to 145.
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    Example 5 (Short cut) To change 144.650 MHz to 145.650 MHz: Key in Display 1 4 4. 6 5 0 [#] --- --- [5] 5-- --- [] 1 4 5. - - - [VFO] 1 4 5. 6 5 0 Example 6 To change 145.200 MHz to 145.750 MHz: Key in Display 1 4 5. 2 0 0 [#] --- --- [] 1 4 5. - - - [7], [5], [0] 1 4 5. 7 5 0
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    MENU SETUP WHAT IS A MENU? Many functions on this transceiver are selected or configured via a software-controlled Menu rather than through the physical controls of the transceiver. Once you become familiar with the Menu system, you will appreciate its versatility. You can customize the various
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    3 Press [MENU] to configure the parameter of the currently selected Menu No. 4 Turn the Tuning control to select your desired parameter. 5 Press [MENU] to store the new setting. Otherwise, press any key other than [LAMP], [MONI/SQL] or [ ] (POWER) to cancel. Note: x The [LAMP] and [MONI/SQL] keys
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    MENU FUNCTION LIST On the Display STP1 T.CT.DCS Menu No. Function 1 Frequency step size 2 Tone/ CTCSS/ DCS selection Selections Default Ref. Page 5/ 6.25/ 10/ 12.5/ 15/ 20/ 25/ 30/ 50/ 100 kHz 5/ 12.5/ 25 86 OFF/ TONE/ CTCSS/ DCS OFF 34, 69, 73 T 3 Tone frequency 67.0 ~ 254.1 Hz 88
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    On the Menu Display No. Function Selections Default Ref. Page M.NAME 14 Memory name 6 characters - 48 MDF SAV APO CK1 HLD Memory name/ 15 Frequency MN/ FRQ display MN 49 OFF/ 0.2/ 0.4/ 16 Battery saver 0.6/ 0.8/ 1.0/ 1.0 84 2.0/ 3.0/ 4.0/ 5.0 17 Automatic Power-OFF OFF/ 30/ 60/
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    On the Menu Display No. Function PC 31 PC control Selections Default Ref. Page ON/ OFF OFF 107 DTMF.MR 32 Automatic dialer Up to 16 digits - 77 SPD 33 DTMF TX speed FA/ SL FA 80 DT.H3 PA DT.L 34 DTMF TX hold ON/ OFF OFF 77 35 DTMF pause period 100/ 250/ 500/ 750/ 1000/ 1500/ 2000
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    ALPHABETICAL FUNCTION LIST On the Menu Display No. Selections Default Ref. Page APO 17 OFF/ 30/ 60/ 90/ 120/ 180 min. 30 82 ARO2 9 ON/ OFF ON 37 BCL 24 ON/ OFF OFF 86 BP 27 ON/ OFF ON 85 BS 28 ON/ OFF CK1 18 CALL/ 1750 CT 4 67.0 ~ 254.1 Hz OFF 85 CALL/ 36, 1750 64 88.5 70
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    On the Menu Display No. Selections Default Ref. Page PRI P.VFO RESET SAV SCAN 10 ON/ OFF OFF 66 136 ~ 174 MHz (TH-K2AT) 7 144 ~ 146 MHz (TH-K2E/ ET) 400 ~ 470 MHz (TH-K4AT) 93 430 ~ 440 MHz (TH-K4E) 99 VFO/ FULL VFO 111 16 OFF/ 0.2/ 0.4/ 0.6/ 0.8/ 1.0/ 2.0/ 3.0/ 4.0/ 5.0 1.0 84 11
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    OPERATING THROUGH REPEATERS Repeaters, which are often installed and maintained by radio clubs, are usually located on mountain tops or other elevated locations. They generally operate at higher ERP (Effective Radiated Power) than a typical station. This combination of elevation and high ERP allows
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    OFFSET PROGRAMMING FLOW q Select a receive frequency. w Select an offset direction. e Select an offset frequency (only when programming odd-split repeater frequencies). r Activate the Tone function (if necessary). t Select a tone frequency (if necessary). If you store all the above data in a memory
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    1 Press [MENU]. 2 Turn the Tuning control to select Menu No. 6 (SFT). 3 Press [MENU]. 4 Turn the Tuning control to select "+" or "-". • To program a -7.6 MHz offset (TH-K4E only), select "-7.6" instead. 5 Press [MENU] to store the setting or [PTT] to cancel. • "+" or "-" (or " ") appears above the
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    1 Press [MENU]. 2 Turn the Tuning control to select Menu No. 8 (OFFSET). 3 Press [MENU]. 4 Turn the Tuning control to select the appropriate offset frequency. • The selectable range is from 0.000 MHz to 69.950 MHz in steps of 50 kHz. 5 Press [MENU] to store the setting or [PTT] to cancel. 6 Press
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    3 Press [MENU]. 4 Turn the Tuning control to select "TONE". 5 Press [MENU] to store the setting or [PTT] to cancel. 6 Press any key other than [LAMP], [MONI/SQL], and [MENU] to exit Menu Mode. • "T" appears when the Tone function is ON. Note: You cannot use the Tone and CTCSS/ DCS functions at the
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    Available Tone Frequencies Tone Frequency (Hz) 67.0 82.5 100.0 123.0 151.4 186.2 225.7 69.3 85.4 103.5 127.3 156.7 192.8 229.1 71.9 88.5 107.2 131.8 162.2 203.5 233.6 74.4 91.5 110.9 136.5 167.9 206.5 241.8 77.0 94.8 114.8 141.3 173.8 210.7 250.3 79.7 97.4 118.8 146.2 179.9 218.1 254.1 Note: 42
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    AUTOMATIC REPEATER OFFSET (TH-K2AT/ E/ ET ONLY) This function automatically selects an offset direction, according to the frequency on the 2 m band. The transceiver is programmed for offset direction as shown below. To obtain an up-to-date band plan for repeater offset direction, contact your
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    REVERSE FUNCTION The Reverse function exchanges a separate reception and transmission frequency. So, while using a repeater, you can manually check the strength of a signal that you receive directly from the other station. If the station's signal is strong, both stations should move to a simplex
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    Press [F], [MENU] (1 s) to switch the function ON (or OFF). • " " appears when the function is ON. • While direct contact is possible, " " blinks. Note: x Pressing [PTT] switch causes the " " icon to quit blinking. x ASC can be activated while operating in Simplex mode. However, it does not change
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    3 Press [MENU] (1 s). • When the transceiver receives a signal, scan starts. The decimal point blinks during scan. • While the transceiver is receiving a signal during Tone Freq. ID Scan, the signal is emitted from the speaker. • To reverse the scan direction, turn the Tuning control. • To quit the
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    MEMORY CHANNELS In memory channels, you can store frequencies and related data that you frequently use so that you do not need to reprogram that data every time. You can quickly recall a programmed channel through simple operation. A total of 100 memory channels (50 when using the Memory Name
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    Note: x If you change the memory channel capacity from 100 channels to 50 channels after having stored data in channels 50 to 99, all memory channel data in channels 50 to 99 will be erased. x If you change the memory channel capacity from 50 channels to 100 channels after storing Memory names in
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    The data listed below can be stored in each memory channel: Parameter Reception frequency Transmission frequency Tone frequency Tone ON CTCSS frequency CTCSS ON DCS code DCS ON Offset direction Offset frequency Reverse ON Frequency step size Narrow band FM Beat Shift Memory Channel Lockout Memory
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    Storing Simplex Frequencies or Standard Repeater Frequencies 1 Press [VFO]. 2 Turn the Tuning control to select your desired frequency. • You can also directly enter a desired frequency using the keypad (TH-K2AT/ ET/ K4AT only) {page 21}. 3 If storing a standard repeater frequency, select the
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    Storing Odd-Split Repeater Frequencies Some repeaters use a pair of reception and transmission frequencies with a non-standard offset. If you store two separate frequencies in a memory channel, you can operate on those repeaters without programming the offset frequency and direction. 1 Store the
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    Recalling a Memory Channel s Using the Tuning Control 1 Press [MR] to enter Memory Recall Mode. • The memory channel last used is recalled. 2 Turn the Tuning control to select your desired memory channel. • You cannot recall an empty memory channel. • To restore VFO Mode, press [VFO]. s Using a
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    Note: x You cannot recall an empty memory channel. An error beep sounds. x You cannot recall the Program Scan memory channels (L0/U0 ~ L2/U2), Priority Channel (Pr) and Weather Alert (AL) (TH-K2AT K/ K2 only) using the numeric keypad. x When you recall an odd-split memory channel, "+" and "-" appear
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    Note: x Call Channel data cannot be cleared. x You can also clear the Priority Channel, L0/U0 ~ L2/U2 and Weather Alert data. x While the trasceiver is in Channel Display Mode or Lock function is activated, you cannot clear the channel data. x To clear all memory channels contents at once, perform
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    • You can enter the following alphanumeric characters: 0 ~ 9, A ~ Z, - (hyphen), / (slash), and a space. • Press [MONI/SQL] to delete the character at the current cursor position. 6 Press [MENU]. • The cursor moves to the next digit. 7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 to enter up to 6 digits. • To complete the
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    MEMORY CHANNEL TRANSFER Memory \ VFO Transfer After retrieving frequencies and associated data from Memory Recall Mode, you can copy the data to the VFO. This function is useful, for example, when the frequency you want to monitor is near the frequency stored in a memory channel. 1 Press [MR], then
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    3 Select the memory channel where you would like the data copied, using the Tuning control. 4 Press [MR]. The tables below illustrate how data is transferred between memory channels. Channel 0 ~ 99 a Channel 0 ~ 99 Reception frequency a Reception frequency Transmission frequency a
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    Channel 0 ~ 99 a L0/U0 ~ L2/U2, Pr, AL1 Reception frequency a Reception frequency Transmission frequency a Transmission frequency Tone frequency a Tone frequency Offset direction a Offset direction CTCSS frequency a CTCSS frequency DCS code a DCS code Tone/ CTCSS/ DCS a Tone/ CTCSS/
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    CALL CHANNEL The Call Channel can be recalled instantly no matter what frequency the transceiver is operating on. For instance, you may use the Call Channel as an emergency channel within your group. In this case, Call Scan {page 64} will be useful. The default Call Channel frequencies are 144.000
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    Reprogramming the Call Channel 1 Select your desired frequency and related data (Tone, CTCSS, DCS, or offset direction, etc.). • When you program the Call Channel as an odd-split channel, select a reception frequency first. 2 Press [F], [CALL]. • The selected frequency and related data are stored in
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    WEATHER ALERT (TH-K2AT K/ K2 ONLY) One of the NOAA Weather Radio channels can be programmed to the AL memory channel of the TH-K2AT. The transceiver can be configured to check the NOAA Weather Alert tone (1050 Hz) and will automatically alert you by recalling and monitoring the Weather Radio
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    Note: x When you perform Full Reset {page 111}, the Weather Radio frequency recovers the factory default frequency (162.550 MHz). x When you clear the Weather Radio channel {page 47}, the factory default frequency (162.550 MHz) will not be recovered. x You can also transfer the AL memory channel
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    If you want to monitor another frequency while monitoring the Weather Radio in the background: 1 Perform step 1 ~ 4 above. 2 Press [VFO] or [MR] and turn the Tuning control to select another frequency or memory channel. • "WX" remains on the LCD. 3 When the Weather Alert tone is broadcasted, the
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    While in Channel Display Mode, only the following keys can be operated. [KEY] PTT LAMP MONI/SQL F #1 MR CALL Tuning control 1 TH-K2AT/ ET/ K4AT only [F] then PTT LAMP1 MONI/SQL MENU F 1 The light stays ON until [F], [LAMP] is pressed again {page 88}. [KEY] (1 s) F MR CALL While
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    SCAN Scan is a useful function for hands-off monitoring of your favorite frequencies. By becoming comfortable with all types of scan, you will increase your operating efficiency. This transceiver provides the following types of scans. Scan Type Purpose Normal Scan Band Scan Scans the entire
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    Note: x When the CTCSS or DCS function is activated, the transceiver stops at a busy frequency and decodes the CTCSS tone or DCS code. If the tone or code matches, the transceiver unmutes. Otherwise, it resumes scanning. x Press and hold [MONI/SQL] to pause scan in order to monitor the scanning
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    3 Press [VFO] (1 s) to start Band Scan. 4 To stop Band Scan, press [VFO] or [PTT]. Note: x While scanning, you can change the scan frequency direction by turning the Tuning control. x The transceiver scans the frequency range that is stored in Menu No. 7 (P.VFO) {page 93}. x If you select a
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    4 Press [MR] to store the start frequency in the memory channel. 5 Turn the Tuning control to select your desired end frequency. 6 Press [F], [MR] then turn the Tuning control to select a channel from U0 ~ U2, corresponding to the channel selected in step 4. • For example, if you selected L0 in step
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    x To perform Program Scan, the "L" channel must be lower than the "U" channel. Otherwise, Band Scan starts {page 60}. MEMORY SCAN Memory Scan monitors memory channels in which you have stored frequencies. All-Channel Scan The transceiver scans all of the memory channels in which you have stored
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    CALL SCAN You can alternate between monitoring the Call Channel and the current operating frequency. 1 Select the frequency (in VFO or Memory Recall Mode) you want to monitor. • In VFO Mode, turn the Tuning control to select the desired frequency. • In Memory Recall Mode, turn the Tuning control to
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    PRIORITY SCAN You may sometimes want to check your favorite frequency activities while monitoring other frequencies. In this case, use the Priority Scan function. Priority Scan checks the activities of the Priority Channel every 3 seconds. If the transceiver detects a signal on the Priority Channel,
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    Using Priority Scan 1 Press [MENU] and turn the Tuning control to select Menu No. 10 (PRI). 2 Press [MENU] and turn the Tuning control to select "ON". 3 Press [MENU] to store the setting. • "PRI" appears. 4 Press any key other than [PTT], [LAMP], and [MONI/SQL] to exit Menu Mode. • The transceiver
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    MEMORY CHANNEL LOCKOUT You can lock out memory channels that you prefer not to monitor during All-Channel Memory Scan {page 63}. 1 Press [MR] to enter Memory Recall Mode. 2 Turn the Tuning control to select the memory channel to be locked out. 3 Press [MENU]. 4 Turn the Tuning control and select
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    SCAN RESUME METHOD The transceiver stops scanning at the frequency (or memory channel) where a signal is detected. It then continues or stops scanning according to which Resume Mode you have selected. • Time-Operated Mode (default) The transceiver remains on a busy frequency (or memory channel) for
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    SELECTIVE CALL CTCSS AND DCS You may sometimes want to hear calls from only specific persons or groups. In this case, use the Selective Call. This transceiver is equipped with CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System) and DCS (Digital Coded Squelch). These Selective Calls allow you to ignore (not
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    , receiving audio or noise that contains the same frequency portions may cause CTCSS to function incorrectly. To prevent noise from causing this problem, select an appropriate squelch level {page 18}. x While transmitting the 1750 Hz tone by pressing [CALL] {page 35}, the transceiver does not
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    3 Press [MENU] to store the new setting or [PTT] to cancel. Note: To use the selected CTCSS tone, you must turn the CTCSS function ON {page 69}. Available CTCSS Tone Frequencies Tone Frequency (Hz) 67.0 82.5 100.0 123.0 151.4 186.2 225.7 69.3 85.4 103.5 127.3 156.7 192.8 229.1 71.9 88.5 107.2 131.8
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    CTCSS Freq. ID Scan This function scans through all CTCSS frequencies to identify the incoming CTCSS frequency on the received signal. You may find this useful when you cannot recall the CTCSS frequency that the other persons in your group are using. 1 Press [MENU] and turn the Tuning control to
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    DCS DCS is similar to CTCSS. However, instead of using an analog audio tone, it uses a continuous sub-audible digital waveform that represents a 3-digit octal number. You can select a DCS code from among the 104 DCS codes listed in the table on the next page. Using DCS 1 Press [MENU] and turn the
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    Selecting a DCS Code 1 While in DCS Mode, press [MENU] and turn the Tuning control to select Menu No. 5 (DCS). • The current DCS code appears. 2 Press [MENU] and turn the Tuning control to select your desired DCS code. • The available DCS codes are shown in the following table. 023 065 132 205 255
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    DCS Code ID Scan This function scans through all DCS codes to identify the incoming DCS code on the received signal. You may find this useful when you cannot recall the DCS code that the other persons in your group are using. 1 Press [MENU] and turn the Tuning control to select Menu No. 5 (DCS). 2
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    speed dialing. Many repeaters in the U.S.A. and Canada offer a service called Autopatch. You can access the public telephone network via such phone plus 4 additional keys (A, B, C, D) on the rightmost column. To perform Manual Dialing, follow the steps below. 1 Press and hold [PTT] to transmit. 2
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    • When DTMF TX Hold is activated {page 77}, you do not need to continuously press [PTT] to remain in Transmission Mode. However, Transmission Mode is retained for only 2 seconds after pressing a key, so if the next key is not pressed within this time limit, the transceiver stops transmitting. DTMF
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    5 Press [MENU]. • The DTMF code entry display appears and the last digit blinks. 6 Turn the Tuning control to select a DTMF code. • Press [MONI/SQL] to delete the character at the current cursor position. • On the transceiver display, DTMF code " " is represented by "E" and "#" is represented by "F"
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    Transmitting a Stored DTMF Number 1 While pressing and holding [PTT], press [MENU]. 2 Release [MENU] (continue pressing [PTT]), then turn the Tuning control to select the desired DTMF memory channel number. 3 While still holding [PTT], press [MENU] again to transmit the selected DTMF tones. • The
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    Adjusting the DTMF Tone Transmission Speed This transceiver allows you to configure the DTMF number transmission speed between Fast (default) and Slow. If a repeater cannot respond to the fast speed, adjust this parameter. 1 Press [MENU] to enter Menu Mode. 2 Turn the Tuning control to select Menu
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    DTMF KEY LOCK Assuming you have a transceiver with the optional speaker microphone installed and you are carrying it in the holder or bag, you sometimes may want to disable the keypad to avoid accidental DTMF transmission. In this case, turn the DTMF Key Lock function ON. 1 Press [MENU] to enter
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    OPERATOR CONVENIENCES APO (AUTO POWER OFF) The transceiver switches OFF automatically if no keys or controls are pressed or adjusted for 30 minutes (default). One minute before the transceiver switches OFF, warning beeps sound for a few seconds and "APO" blinks. You can select the APO time from OFF
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    BATTERY LIFE Before you operate the transceiver outside using a battery pack, it is important to know how long the battery pack will last. The operating times listed in the table below are measured under the following cyclic conditions: TX: 6 seconds, RX: 6 seconds, Stand-by: 48 seconds We recommend
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    : High battery power : Medium battery power : Low battery power No display : Recharge or replace the batteries. 3 Release [PTT] to exit. Note: You may not be able to transmit at high power (" " position) if the battery remaining indicator shows low battery power. BATTERY SAVER The Battery
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    x While the transceiver is communicating in PC Mode {page107}, the Battery Saver does not function. x Battery Saver does not function while scanning. BEAT SHIFT Since the transceiver uses a microprocessor to control various functions of the transceiver, the CPU clock oscillator's harmonics or image
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    5 Press [MENU] to store the setting or [PTT] to cancel. The transceiver generates the following warning beeps even if the beep function is turned OFF. • APO warning beeps {page 82} • DC voltage error beep {page 115} • Weather Alert beep {page 55} • Time-Out Timer warning beep {page 94} Note: The
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    5 kHz, 6.25 kHz, 10 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 15 kHz, 20 kHz, 25 kHz, 30 kHz, 50 kHz, 100 kHz. To change the frequency step size: 1 Press [MENU] and turn the Tuning control to select Menu No. 1 (STP). • The current frequency step size appears. 2 Press [MENU] and turn the Tuning control to select your desired
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    LAMP To illuminate the display and keys: Press [LAMP]. • If no other key is pressed, the light turns OFF approximately 5 seconds after releasing [LAMP]. • Press any key (including [PTT]) other than [LAMP] while the display and keys are lit to restart the 5-second timer. • Press [LAMP] while the
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    Note: x The Tuning control is also locked. To unlock the Tuning control while the Lock function is ON, access Menu No. 30 (ENC) {below} and select "ON". x You cannot perform the Microprocessor Reset {page 111} while the Lock function is ON. x Microphone PF keys {below} operate normally even if the
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    Note: x Turn the transceiver OFF before connecting the optional speaker microphone. x While Menu No. 31 (PC) is "ON" {page 107} or the Lock function is ON {page 88}, you cannot program PF keys. x If the LOCK switch on the rear of the microphone is ON, you must move the switch to the OFF position to
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    MONITOR When you are receiving while the squelch function is ON, weak signals may become intermittent. If the CTCSS or DCS function is ON, you may want to disable the squelch function temporarily to monitor the current channel activities. In both of these cases, use the Monitor function to
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    When narrow band FM operation is ON, "N" appears in the top right of the LCD. Note: You can store the narrow band FM operation status to the memory channels {page 41}. POWER-ON MESSAGE You can change the Power-ON Message (a maximum of 6 characters) when the transceiver is turned ON. 1 Press [MENU].
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    • Press [MONI/SQL] to delete the character at the current cursor position. • If no Power-ON Message is programmed, "TH-K2" or "TH-K4" appears as the Power-ON Message. 7 To complete the entry, press [MENU] without selecting a character. Otherwise press [PTT] to cancel the entry. PROGRAMMABLE VFO If
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    • The upper limit frequency blinks. 7 Turn the Tuning control to select the upper limit frequency in MHz. 8 Press [MENU] to store the upper limit frequency or [PTT] to cancel. Note: x You cannot program the 100 kHz or lower digits. x The upper limit frequency cannot be set lower than the selected
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    Note: A warning beep sounds even if you select Menu No. 27 (BP) OFF {page 85}. TX INHIBIT You can inhibit the transmission to prevent unauthorized individuals from transmitting, or to eliminate accidental transmissions while carrying the transceiver. 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Turn the Tuning control to
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    " " icon blinks and the output power is automatically reduced to " " (Medium Power). VOX (VOICE-OPERATED TRANSMISSION) VOX eliminates the necessity of manually switching to the Transmission Mode each time you want to transmit. The transceiver automatically switches to Transmission Mode when the VOX
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    1 Press [MENU] then turn the Tuning control to select Menu No. 20 (VOX). 2 Press [MENU] and turn the Tuning control to select the desired VOX gain level from 1 (least sensitive) to 9 (most sensitive). • To turn OFF the VOX function, select "OFF" in step 2. Note: x While in Menu Mode {page 24}, the
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    • If the transmission does not begin, you must readjust the VOX Gain so that transeiver transmits while you are speaking. To readjust the gain, press and hold [PTT] then turn the Tuning control to select a more sensitive gain level. • While readjusting the gain, you can release [PTT]. The
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    VOX Delay Time If the transceiver returns to Reception Mode too quickly after you stop speaking, the end of your transmission may not be sent. To avoid this, select an appropriate delay time that allows your entire transmission to be sent, before Transmission Mode ends. However, do not make the
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    VOX on Busy You can configure the transceiver to force VOX transmission even if the transceiver is receiving a signal. 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Turn the Tuning control to select Menu No. 21 (VXB). 3 Press [MENU]. 4 Turn the Tuning control to select "ON". • To suppress the VOX transmission when the
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    OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES BC-21 Battery Charger BT-14 Battery Case (6 AA/ LR6) EMC-3 Clip Microphone with Earphone HMC-3 Headset (with VOX/ PTT) KHS-21 Headset KSC-24 Rapid Charger 101
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    MCP-1A Memory Channel Control Software PB-43N Ni-MH Battery Pack (7.2 V/ 1100 mAh) Refer to pages 105 and 107. PG-2W DC Power Cable PG-3J Cigarette Lighter Power Cable PG-4Y PC Interface Cable SMC-32 Speaker Microphone 102
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    SMC-33 Speaker Microphone (with PF keys) SMC-34 Speaker Microphone (with PF keys and VOL control) 103
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    INTERFACING TO PERIPHERALS SP/MIC JACK The SP/MIC jack on the transceiver can be configured to interface to various kind of peripherals available for the transceiver, such as a speaker microphone (SMC-32/ 33/ 34) and PC interface cable (PG-4Y). Access Menu No. 31 (PC) and select "ON" or "OFF". SP/
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    to a PC in order to manage the memory channels in the transceiver, use the PG-4Y PC interface cable. You will also need the supported software to manage the memory channel contents of the transceiver. To download the software, access the following URL: http://www.kenwood.com/i/products/info/amateur
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    s Using the PG-4Y PC Interface Cable Use the PG-4Y PC interface cable to connect between the transceiver and PC. Plug the Speaker/ Microphone connector to the SP/MIC jack and DB-9 connector to one of the COM (serial) ports on your PC. PC 106
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    s Using the MCP-1A Software When the transceiver is connected to a PC in order to use the MCP-1A (Memory Channel Control Program) software, you must configure the SP/MIC jack function prior to using the software. 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Turn the Tuning control to select Menu No. 31 (PC). 3 Press [MENU]. 4
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    technician needs to contact you for further information while investigating your problem. Do not return accessory items unless you feel they are directly related to the service problem. You may return your transceiver for service to the authorized KENWOOD dealer from whom you purchased it or to
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    for identification. Please mention the model and serial number of the transceiver in any communication regarding the problem. Service Note If you desire to correspond on a technical or operational problem, please make your note short, complete, and to the point. Help us help you by providing the
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    Cleaning The keys, controls, and case of the transceiver are likely to become soiled after extended use. Remove the controls from the transceiver and clean them with a neutral detergent and warm water. Use a neutral detergent (no strong chemicals) and a damp cloth to clean the case. BACKUP BATTERY
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    MICROPROCESSOR RESET If your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning, resetting the microprocessor may solve the problem. The following 2 reset Modes are available. When performing the reset, you may lose memory data and stored information. Back up or write down important data
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    Performing Reset There are 2 ways to enter the Reset Mode selection. However, the transceiver's Lock function must be turned OFF {page 88}. When the transceiver is turned OFF: s Full reset 1 Press [F]+[ ] (POWER). • All indicators are lit. 2 Release [F]. • The full reset confirmation message, "FL.
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    s VFO reset 1 Press [VFO]+[ ] (POWER). 2 Release [VFO]. • The VFO reset confirmation message, "VF.RST?", appears. 3 Press [VFO] to proceed. • "SURE ?" appears. • Press any key other than [VFO], [LAMP] and [MONI/SQL] to exit the Reset Mode. 4 Press [VFO] to reset the transceiver. 113
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    Reset using the Menu 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Turn the Tuning control to select Menu No. 99 (RESET). 3 Press [MENU]. 4 Turn the Tuning control to select the Reset Mode, "FULL" or "VFO". 5 Press [MENU] to select the Reset Mode. • "SURE ?" appears. • Press any key other than [MENU], [LAMP] and [MONI/SQL] to
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    OPERATION NOTICES The transceiver has been designed and engineered to avoid possible hardware glitches. However, you may notice the following symptoms when you operate the transceiver. These symptoms are not malfunctions. Operating Voltage As stated in "SPECIFICATIONS" {page 122}, this transceiver
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    Transmission If you continuously transmit for more than 8 minutes at high power (5 W), the transceiver becomes warm. If you continue or repeat the transmission before the transceiver cools down, the thermal protector gradually decreases the output power down to 1.5 W. " " also blinks at the same
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    Please review these tables and the appropriate section(s) of this instruction manual before assuming your transceiver is defective. Note: Placing powered PC peripherals near this transceiver may cause noise in the transceiver. Problem Solution Ref. Page Nothing appears on the • The battery pack
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    Problem Solution Ref. Page You cannot select the exact • The current frequency step 87 desired frequency using the Tuning control. size does not allow the frequency
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    Problem You cannot transmit by pressing [PTT]. Repeater cannot be accessed. DTMF tone cannot be transmitted. Solution Ref. Page • You selected a frequency 20 outside the allowable
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    Problem Solution Ref. Page Repeater does not accept • DTMF tone transmission 80 your DTMF tones. duration is too short. Access Menu No. 33 (SPD) and select "
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    INTERNAL BEATS FREQUENCY LIST TH-K2AT/ E/ ET 140.800 MHz, 153.600 MHz, 166.400 MHz, 168.350 MHz TH-K4AT/ E 453.250 MHz 121
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    SPECIFICATIONS General Market code Number of memory channels Antenna impedance (Connector type) Operating Voltage DC IN jack Battery terminal Grounding method Transmit with H, 13.8 V (DC IN) Current Transmit with H, 7.2 V (PB-43N) Transmit with M, 7.2 V (PB-43N) Transmit with L, 7.2 V (PB-
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    General Market code Current Receive (no signal) Battery Saver ON (Average) Usable temperature range Frequency stability Dimensions (W x H x D including Projections) Weight TH-K2AT K, K2 M, M2 100 mA or less 30 mA or less -20°C ~ 60°C (-4°F ~ 140°F) -10°C ~ 60°C (+14°F ~ 140°F) with PB-43N
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    Transmitter Market code Transmission Mode Frequency range DC IN jack (13.8 V) Output Power PB-43N (7.2 V) BT-14 (9.0 V) Modulation Maximum frequency deviation Spurious emissions Microphone impedance TH-K2AT K, K2 M, M2 F3E (FM)/ F2D (FM) 144 ~ 148 136 ~ 174 MHz MHz H: 5.0 W (approx.)
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    Receiver Market code Reception Mode Frequency range Intermediate Frequency (IF) Circuit type Sensitivity Squelch sensitivity Selectivity Audio output (10% distortion) TH-K2AT K, K2 M, M2 F3E (FM)/ F2D (FM) 136 ~ 174 MHz 1st IF: 38.85 MHz 2nd IF: 450 kHz Double super-heterodyne FM (12 dB SINAD)
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    General Market code Number of memory channels Antenna impedance (Connector type) Operating Voltage DC IN jack Battery terminal Grounding method Transmit with H, 13.8 V (DC IN) Current Transmit with H, 7.2 V (PB-43N) Transmit with M, 7.2 V (PB-43N) Transmit with L, 7.2 V (PB-43N) TH-K2E TH-
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    General TH-K2E TH-K2ET Market code Current Receive (no signal) Battery Saver ON (Average) Usable temperature range Frequency stability Dimensions (W x H x D including Projections) Weight E E3 100 mA or less 30 mA or less -20°C ~ 60°C (-4°F ~ 140°F) -10°C ~ 60°C (+14°F ~ 140°F) with PB-43N
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    Transmitter Market code Transmission Mode Frequency range DC IN jack (13.8 V) Output Power PB-43N (7.2 V) BT-14 (9.0 V) Modulation Maximum frequency deviation Spurious emissions Microphone impedance TH-K2E TH-K2ET E E3 F3E (FM)/ F2D (FM) 144 ~ 146 MHz H: 5.0 W (approx.) M: 1.5 W (approx.)
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    Receiver Market code Reception Mode Frequency range Intermediate Frequency (IF) Circuit type Sensitivity Squelch sensitivity Selectivity Audio output (10% distortion) TH-K2E TH-K2ET E E3 F3E (FM)/ F2D (FM) 144 ~ 146 MHz 1st IF: 38.85 MHz 2nd IF: 450 kHz Double super-heterodyne FM (12 dB SINAD)
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    General Market code Number of memory channels Antenna impedance (Connector type) Operating Voltage DC IN jack Battery terminal Grounding method Transmit with H, 13.8 V (DC IN) Current Transmit with H, 7.2 V (PB-43N) Transmit with M, 7.2 V (PB-43N) Transmit with L, 7.2 V (PB-43N) TH-K4AT TH-
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    General Market code Current Receive (no signal) Battery Saver ON (Average) Usable temperature range Frequency stability Dimensions (W x H x D including Projections) Weight TH-K4AT TH-K4E M2 M 100 mA or less 30 mA or less -20°C ~ 60°C (-4°F ~ 140°F) -10°C ~ 60°C (+14°F ~ 140°F) with PB-43N
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    Transmitter Market code Transmission Mode Frequency range DC IN jack (13.8 V) Output Power PB-43N (7.2 V) BT-14 (9.0 V) Modulation Maximum frequency deviation Spurious emissions Microphone impedance TH-K4AT TH-K4E M2 E F3E (FM)/ F2D (FM) 400 ~ 470 430 ~ 440 MHz MHz H: 5.0 W (approx.)
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    Receiver Market code Reception Mode Frequency range Intermediate Frequency (IF) Circuit type Sensitivity Squelch sensitivity Selectivity Audio output (10% distortion) TH-K4AT TH-K4E M2 E F3E (FM)/ F2D (FM) 400 ~ 470 430 ~ 440 MHz MHz 1st IF: 38.85 MHz 2nd IF: 450 kHz Double super-heterodyne
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    INDEX A All-Channel Scan 63 Alkaline Batteries, Installing 2 APO (Menu No. 17 82 ARO (Menu No. 9 37 ASC (Automatic Simplex Check 38 Automatic Dialer 77 B Band Scan 60 Battery Installing the Alkaline 2 Installing the PB-43N Ni-MH, Pack 1 Life 83 Remaining 83 Saver 84 BCL (Menu No. 24 86
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    . 34 77 DT.L (Menu No. 36 81 DTMF Adjusting the Pause Duration 80 Adjusting the, Tone Transmission Speed 80 Automatic Dialer 77 Key Lock 81 Manual Dialing 76 Storing a, Number in memory 77 Transmitting a Stored, Number 79 TX hold 77 DTMF.MR (Menu No. 32 77 E ENC (Menu No. 30 89
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    PB-43N Ni-MH Battery Pack 1 Internal Beats 116, 121 K Keys and Control 12, 13 L Lamp 88 Lock Function 88 L.OUT (Menu No. 12 67 M Manual Dialing 76 M.CH (Menu No. 13 41 MDF (Menu No. 15 49 Memory Channel Lockout 67 Naming a 48 Recalling 46 Transfer 50 Menu Access 24
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    M.NAME (Menu No. 14 48 N Narrow Band FM Operation 91 Normal Scan 60 O Odd-split Frequency 42 Offset Programming 32 Programming Flow 32 Selecting, Direction 32 Selecting, Frequency 33 OFFSET (Menu No. 8 93 Operating Voltage 115 Optional Accessories 101 P PA (Menu No. 35 80 PC (Menu No. 31
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    Regulated Power Supply 9 Repeater Offset, Automatic 37 Repeater Operation 31 Reprogramming the Call Channel 54 Reset Full 112 VFO 113 RESET (Menu No. 99 114 Reverse Function 38 S SAV (Menu No. 16 84 Scan All-Channel 63 Band 60 Call 64 Carrier-Operated Mode 68 Seek Mode 68 Time-Operated
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    -out Timer 94 Tone Activating, Function 34 Freq. ID Scan 39 Selecting a, Frequency 35 Transmit a 1750 Hz 36 TOT (Menu No. 23 94 Transmitting 19 Troubleshooting 108 Tuning Control Unlock 89 TXI (Menu No. 25 95 TX Inhibit 95 TX Power 95 V VD (Menu No. 22 99 VFO Mode 20 Programmable
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
144MHz FM TRANSCEIVER
TH-K2AT
TH-K2E
TH-K2ET
430MHz FM TRANSCEIVER
TH-K4AT
TH-K4E
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