User's Guide

WARNING
Turn the transceiver power off before entering the following
locations:
• 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
devices, including but not limited to medical facilities.
• Near persons wearing pacemakers.
Turn the transceiver power off before entering the following
locations, unless the model is specifically qualified for such use
(Intrinsically Safe such as approved by CSA):
• In explosive atmospheres (inflammable gas, dust particles, metallic
powders, grain powders, etc.).
• While pumping on fuel or while parked at gasoline service stations.
CAUTION
• Do not disassemble or modify the transceiver for any reason.
• Do not place the transceiver on or near airbag equipment while the
vehicle is running. When the airbag inflates, the transceiver may be
ejected and strike the driver or passengers.
• Do not transmit while touching the antenna terminal or if any metallic
parts are exposed from the antenna covering. Transmitting at such a
time may result in a high-frequency burn.
• If an abnormal odor or smoke is detected coming from the transceiver,
switch the transceiver power off immediately, remove the battery pack
from the transceiver, and contact your KENWOOD dealer.
• Use of the transceiver while you are driving may be against traffic
laws. Please check and observe the vehicle regulations in your area.
• Do not expose the transceiver to extremely hot or cold conditions.
• Do not carry the battery pack (or battery case) with metal objects, as
they may short the battery terminals.
• Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced; replace only
with the same type.
• When attaching a commercial strap to the transceiver, ensure that the
strap is durable. In addition, do not swing the transceiver around by
the strap; you may inadvertently strike and injure another person with
the transceiver.
• If a commercially available neck strap is used, take care not to let the
strap get caught on nearby machine.
• When operating the transceiver in areas where the air is dry, it is
easy to build up an electric charge (static electricity). When using
an earphone accessory in such conditions, it is possible for the
transceiver to send an electric shock through the earphone and to
your ear. We recommend you use only a speaker/microphone in these
conditions, to avoid electric shocks.
• Do not expose the transceiver to long periods of direct sunlight, nor
place it near heating appliances.
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.
DANGER
• Do not disassemble or reconstruct battery.
• Do not short-circuit the battery.
• Do not incinerate or apply heat to the battery.
• Do not leave the battery near fires, stoves, or other heat
generators (areas reaching over 80°C/ 176°F).
• Do not immerse the battery in water or get it wet by other means.
• Do not charge the battery near fires or under direct sunlight.
• Use only the specified charger and observe charging
requirements.
• Do not pierce the battery with any object, strike it with an
instrument, or step on it.
• Do not jar or throw the battery.
• Do not use the battery pack if it is damaged in any way.
• Do not solder directly onto the battery.
• Do not reverse the battery polarity (and terminals).
• Do not reverse-charge or reverse-connect the battery.
• Do not touch a ruptured and leaking battery.
If the electrolyte liquid from the battery gets into your eyes, wash your
eyes out with fresh water as soon as possible, without rubbing your
eyes. Go to the hospital immediately. If left untreated, it may cause
eye-problems.
WARNING
• Do not charge the battery for longer than the specified time.
• Do not place the battery pack into a microwave or high pressure
container.
• Keep ruptured and leaking battery packs away from fire.
• Do not use an abnormal battery.
• Do not change or charge the battery in hazardous locations.
This User guide covers only the basic
operations of your radio. For using the
detailed instruction manual, refer to the
following URL or QR code.
https://manual.kenwood.com/files/B5K-0706-00.pdf
The AMBE+2
TM
voice coding Technology embodied in this product is protected
by intellectual property rights including patent rights, copyrights and trade
secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc. This voice coding Technology is
licensed solely for use within this Communications Equipment. The user of
this Technology is explicitly prohibited from attempting to extract, remove,
decompile, reverse engineer, or disassemble the Object Code, or in any other
way convert the Object Code into a human-readable form. U.S. Patent Nos.
#8,315,860, #8,595,002, #6,912,495, #8,200,497, #7,970,606, and #8,359,197.
Firmware Copyrights
The title to and ownership of copyrights for firmware embedded in KENWOOD
product memories are reserved for JVCKENWOOD Corporation.
NOTICES TO THE USER
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Government law prohibits the operation of unlicensed radio transmitters
within the territories under government control.
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Illegal operation is punishable by fine and/or imprisonment.
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Refer service to qualified technicians only.
Safety: It is important that the operator is aware of, and understands,
hazards common to the operation of any transceiver.
PRECAUTIONS
Observe the following precautions to prevent fire, personal injury, and
transceiver damage.
• Do not charge the transceiver and battery pack when they are wet.
• Ensure that there are no metallic items located between the transceiver
and the battery pack.
• Do not use options not specified by KENWOOD.
• If the die-cast chassis or other transceiver part is damaged, do not touch
the damaged parts.
• If a headset or headphone is connected to the transceiver, reduce the
transceiver volume. Pay attention to the volume level when turning the
squelch off.
• Do not place the microphone cable around your neck while near
machinery that may catch the cable.
• Do not place the transceiver on unstable surfaces.
• Ensure that the end of the antenna does not touch your eyes.
• When the transceiver is used for transmission for many hours, the
radiator and chassis will become hot. Do not touch these locations
when replacing the battery pack.
• Always switch the transceiver power off before installing optional
accessories.
• When water gets into the microphone opening or the speaker grill, the
voice level may become low or distorted. Lightly shake the transceiver to
remove the water from the speaker and/or microphone before operating
the transceiver.
• The charger is the device that disconnects the unit from the AC mains
line. The AC plug should be readily accessible.
• To dispose of batteries, be sure to comply with the laws and regulations
in your country or region.
B5A-3224-20 (K)
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
Carefully unpack the transceiver. We recommend that you identify the items
listed in the following list before discarding the packing material. If any items
are missing or have been damaged during shipment, file a claim with the
carrier immediately.
Item
Quantity
Antenna 1
Battery charger/ AC adapter (KSC-35S) 1
Li-ion battery pack
(Full Button Model: KNB-84L)
(Standard Button Model/ Basic Button Model: KNB-45L)
1
Speaker/ microphone jack cap 1
Speaker/ microphone locking bracket 1
Belt clip (KBH-10) 1
Screw (M3 x 8 mm) 2
User guide 1
Note:
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For the speaker/ microphone jack, waterproof performance is guaranteed
by securing the supplied cap. Waterproof performance will not be
guaranteed by connecting an optional speaker/ microphone, etc.
INSTALLING/ REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK
1 Align the battery pack with the back of the
transceiver, then press the battery pack and
transceiver firmly together until the release
latch on the base of the transceiver locks.
2 To remove the battery pack, lift the safety
catch on the base of the transceiver, then
press the release latch underneath the safety
catch.
3 While pressing the release latch, pull the
battery pack away from the transceiver.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
ATTENTION:
◆
Always switch OFF a transceiver equipped with a battery pack before
inserting the transceiver into the charger.
1
Plug the AC adapter cable into the jack located on the rear of the
charger.
2
Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet.
3 Slide a battery pack or a transceiver equipped 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.
Indicator
4 When charging is completed, the indicator flashing green. Remove the
battery pack or the transceiver from the charging slot of the charger.
• It takes approximately 3 hours to charge the battery pack.
• When the charger will not be used for a long time, unplug the AC
adapter from the AC outlet.
Note:
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When the indicator blinks red, the battery pack is either defective or the
battery pack contacts are not properly mated with those of the charger.
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When the indicator flashes green and orange, the battery pack has
not satisfied the charging start temperature. Remove the battery pack
from the charger and wait until it reaches a normal temperature before
charging it again.
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The ambient temperature should be between 5°C and 40°C (41°F and
104°F) while charging is in progress. Charging outside this range may
not fully charge the battery.
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The battery pack life is over when its operating time decreases even
though it is fully and correctly charged. Replace the battery pack.
BASIC OPERATION
PTT switch
Antenna
Battery pack
Display
Microphone
Power switch/ Volume control
Selector
Speaker
Full Button Model Standard Button Model Basic Button Model
Programmable
buttons
Keypad
SWITCHING POWER ON/OFF
Turn the Power switch/ Volume control clockwise to switch the transceiver
ON.
Turn the Power switch/ Volume control counterclockwise fully to switch the
transceiver OFF.
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME
Rotate the Power switch/ Volume control to adjust the volume. Clockwise
increases the volume and counterclockwise decreases it.
SELECTING A ZONE AND CHANNEL
Select the desired zone using the buttons programmed as
[Zone Up]/ [Zone
Down]. Each zone contains a group of channels.
Select the desired channel using the Selector or the buttons programmed
as [Channel Up]/ [Channel Down]. Each channel is programmed with
settings for transmitting and receiving.
TRANSMITTING
1 Select the desired zone and channel.
2 Press the button programmed as
[Monitor] or ƾÇ˻¹¾Ůƿ 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.
• For best sound quality, hold the transceiver approximately 3 ~ 4 cm
(1.5 inches) from your mouth.
RECEIVING
Select the desired zone and channel. If signaling has been programmed on
the selected channel, you will hear a call only if the received signal matches
your transceiver settings.
NX-1000 series
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