Kenwood TK-2300-V4P Instruction Manual

Kenwood TK-2300-V4P - Protalk 2Way 2Watt 4Channel Vhf Radio Manual

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    INSTRUCTION MANUAL VHF FM TRANSCEIVER TK-2300 UHF FM TRANSCEIVER TK-3300 © B62-2159-00 (K, K2) 09 08 07 06 05 04 03 02 01 00
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    dependable and reliable communications. This Kenwood transceiver is a precision device. Treat it with care, and you will enjoy years of reliable operation. Models Covered by this Manual TK-2300 (K): 4-channel VHF FM Transceiver TK-3300 (K): 4-channel UHF FM Transceiver TK-2300 (K2): 16-channel VHF
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    based on field testing and may vary with your operating conditions and individual transceiver. Terminal Descriptions Speaker/ Microphone Jacks It is possible to use a resin-based cover for the Speaker/ Microphone jacks. NO. Name 1 PTT / RXD 2 MIC 3 MICIN 4 OPTDET 5 5M 6 AE 7 TXD 8 NC 9 SPO 10
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    Kenwood transceiver operates on communications frequencies which are subject to FCC (Federal Communications Commission) Rules & Regulations. FCC Rules require that all operators using Private Land Mobile radio frequencies obtain a radio INTERNET: Form 601 and instructions can be downloaded from the
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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 your area, call (toll free) 1-800-8-BATTERY (1-800-822-8837). Kenwood's involvement in this program is part of our commitment to
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    radio transmitters within the territories under government control. ◆ Illegal operation is punishable by fine and/or imprisonment. ◆ Refer service Kenwood. • If the die-cast chassis or other transceiver part is damaged, do not touch the damaged parts accessories. • The charger is the device that
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    service stations. • Near explosives or blasting sites. • In aircrafts. (Any use of the transceiver must follow the instructions and regulations provided by the airline crew.) • Where restrictions or warnings are posted regarding the use of radio if any metallic parts are exposed Kenwood
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    Information concerning the battery pack: The battery pack includes flammable objects such as organic solvent. Mishandling may cause the battery to rupture producing flames or extreme heat, deteriorate, or cause other forms of damage to the battery. Please observe the following prohibitive matters. •
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    high voltage or current over regulated value, or with a remodeled charger), it may overcharge or an abnormal chemical reaction may occur. The burst into flame. • Do not use the battery pack if it is damaged in any way! The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into flame. • Do
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    eyes. Go to the hospital immediately. If left untreated, it may cause eye-problems. • Do not charge the battery for longer than the specified time! If the or seems abnormal for any other reason, remove it from the charger or operating equipment and do not use it. The battery may generate heat or smoke
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    KEY ASSIGNMENT MODE 20 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE charger/ AC adapter (KSC-35 1 • Li-ion Battery pack (KNB-45L 1 • Speaker/ microphone jack cover 1 • Speaker/ microphone locking bracket 1 • Belt clip (KBH-10 1 • Screw set • M3 x 6 mm (Black 1 • M3 x 8 mm 2 • Warranty card 1 • Instruction manual
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    PREPARATION Installing/ Removing the Battery Pack ◆ Do not short the battery terminals or dispose of the battery by fire. ◆ Never attempt to remove the casing from the battery pack. 1 Align the battery pack with the back of the transceiver, then press the battery pack and transceiver firmly together
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    at its base and turning it clockwise until secure. Note: The antenna is neither a handle, a key ring retainer, nor a speaker/ microphone attachment point. Using the antenna in these ways may damage the antenna and degrade your transceiver's performance. Installing the Belt Clip If necessary
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    water resistant, you must cover the speaker/ microphone jacks with the supplied cover. Speaker/ microphone jack cover Installing the Optional Speaker/ Microphone (or Headset) 1 Insert the speaker/ microphone (or headset) plugs into the speaker/ microphone jacks. 2 Attach the locking bracket
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    with a battery pack into the charging slot of the charger. • Make sure the metal contacts of the battery pack mate securely with the charger terminals. • The indicator lights red and charging begins. 4 When charging is completed, the indicator lights green. Remove the battery pack or the transceiver
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    SETUP MODE" on page 11. • Channel Announcement: When changing channels, the transceiver will announce the newly selected channel number. LED indicator For the LED indicator status, refer to page 8. Power switch/ Volume control Turn clockwise to switch the transceiver ON. To switch the transceiver
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    its programmable function. The default setting is Scan + Temporary Delete. • For function descriptions and details on how to change the function of the Side 2 key, refer to "KEY ASSIGNMENT MODE" on page 20. Speaker/ microphone jacks Insert the Speaker/ microphone or Headset plug into this jack. 
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    channel. • When you receive an appropriate signal, you will hear audio from the speaker. Adjust the volume as necessary. 3 To make a call, press and hold the every 30 seconds and the LED indicator blinks red. LED Indicator Status Indicator Color Lights red Lights green Blinks red Blinks green
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    hold the Side 1 key until a beep sounds. • The LED indicator lights turn orange. • When the Side 1 key is released, the transceiver will announces the VOX Gain level (the default level is OFF, so, a double beep sounds). 4 Press the Side 1 key to select the VOX Gain level of the radio (from 1~10 or
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    the PTT switch. Low Battery Warning While operating the transceiver, the Low Battery Warning sounds an alert tone every 30 seconds and the LED indicator blinks red when the battery needs recharged or replaced. Channel Announcement When changing the channel, the transceiver will announce the newly
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    QT (Quiet Talk)/ DQT (Digital Quiet Talk) settings. The table below lists the default channel settings. Channel Table Number Number Frequency (MHz) QT/DQT Setting TK-2300 (K) 4 channel model 1 20 154.4900 67.0 Hz 2 21 154.5150 67.0 Hz 3 1 151.6250 67.0 Hz 4 2 151.9550 67.0 Hz
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    467.9250 67.0 Hz 9 461.0375 67.0 Hz 10 461.0625 67.0 Hz TK-3300 (K2) 16 channel model 2 464.5500 67.0 Hz 8 467.9250 67.0 FCC regulations, the default values of TK-2300 (VHF) are different from TK-2200 (VHF) series. Make sure to choose a compatible frequency to interoperate with each
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    power ON. • Continue to hold the PTT switch and Side 1 key until the LED lights orange and the transceiver announces "Self". 2 Release the PTT switch and Side 1 key. • The transceiver announces "Channel". • Pressing the Side 1 key or Side 2 key will toggle between QT, DQT, and Channel setup. 3 Press
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    .7600 152.9450 151.8350 151.8050 151.5125 151.6550 151.6850 151.7150 TK-2300 Table Number 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 151.9250 152.7000 154.4900 154.5150 154.5275 154.5400 153.0050 154.6550 158.4000 158.4075 TK-3300 Table Number 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Operating Frequency (MHz
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    TK-3300 Table Number 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 .3375 466.3625 467.7875 467.8375 467.8625 467.8875 467.9125 469.4875 469.5125 469.5375 469.5625 462.1875 462.4625 TK-3300 Table Number 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80
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    power ON. • Continue to hold the PTT switch and Side 1 key until the LED lights orange and the transceiver announces "Self". 2 Release the PTT switch and Side 1 key. • The transceiver announces "Channel". • Pressing the Side 1 key or Side 2 key will toggle between QT, DQT, and Channel setup. 3 Press
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    6 Press the PTT switch to save the setting. • A beep will sound. • Repeat steps 3 to 6 to set up another channel. 7 Turn the transceiver power OFF and then ON again to activate the new settings. Note: The transceiver will automatically return to normal operation if no action is performed for 5
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    DQT Channel Settings: DQT Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 DQT Code D023N D025N D026N D031N D032N D043N D047N D051N D054N D065N D071N D072N D073N D074N D114N D115N D116N D125N D131N D132N D134N D143N D152N D155N D156N D162N D165N D172N DQT Number
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    power OFF, press and hold the PTT switch while turning the transceiver power ON. • Continue to hold the PTT switch until the LED lights orange and the transceiver announces "Confirm". 2 Release the PTT switch. • Transceiver announces the channel table number, tone number, scrambler and VOX settings
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    page 22. Table Number Function Name 0 None (no function) 1 Calling Alert 2 Key Lock 3 Key Lock with Status Memory 4 Monitor 5 Monitor Momentary 6 Scan 7 Scan + Temporary Delete (Side 2 key default) 8 Scrambler 9 Squelch Off 10 Squelch Off Momentary 11 Temporary Delete 12
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    ON. • Continue to hold the Side 1 and Side 2 keys until the LED lights orange and the transceiver announces "Setup". 2 Continue to press and hold the key to be reprogrammed (either the Side 1 or Side 2 key), while releasing the remaining key. • The transceiver will announce "Table zero". • If you
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    To make a call, press the key programmed as Calling Alert. • Release the key to end the tone, and press and hold the PTT switch to transmit and speak into the microphone. ■ Key Lock Press and hold this key for 1 second to lock/ unlock the transceiver keys. The following keys/ functions can still be
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    listen to the call. If the QT/DQT does not match, the call is ignored and scanning continues. ■ Scan + Temporary Delete (Side 2 key default) Press this key to start scanning the transceiver channels. When Scan pauses at an undesired channel, you can remove that channel from the scanning sequence by
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    Lock, with the transceiver power OFF, press and hold the Side 2 key for 2 seconds while turning the transceiver power ON. • When the LED lights orange, release the Side 2 key. A confirmation tone will sound. ■ Low Transmit Power Press this key to change the transmit power to low power. Each time you
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    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Solution Cannot turn the transceiver power ON. • The battery pack may be dead. Recharge or replace the battery pack. • The battery pack may not be
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    seconds, until the LED lights orange. 2 Release the keys. • The keys must be released within 1 second after the LED lights orange, otherwise All Reset Mode will cancel. • The transceiver announces "Confirm" and returns to normal operation. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES • KMC-21 (Speaker/ microphone) • KMC-45
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
© B62-2159-00 (K, K2)
09 08 07 06 05 04 03 02 01 00
VHF FM TRANSCEIVER
TK-2300
UHF FM TRANSCEIVER
TK-3300