KENWOOD PKT-23 UHF FM Transceiver Instruction Manual

: June 17, 2024
: KENWOOD

Table of Contents

PKT-23 UHF FM Transceiver
UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT
PREPARATION
CONNECTING AN EARPHONE/ MICROPHONE
ORIENTATION
BASIC OPERATIONS
VOICE OPERATED TRANSMISSION (VOX)
CHANNEL SETUP MODE
KEY ASSIGNMENT MODE
ALL RESET MODE
Documents / Resources

PKT -23
UHF FM TRANSCEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

PKT-23 UHF FM Transceiver

KENWOOD PKT 23 UHF FM Transceiver - B5A-0647-30 (E, T)

THANK YOU
We are grateful you have chosen KENWOOD for your PMR446 applications.
This Instruction manual covers only the basic operations of your PMR446 (Private Mobile Radio). Ask your dealer for information on any customized features they may have added to your radio.
OPERATING CONDITIONS
Open locations (no obstructions) : Up to 9.0 km
Note: The above range is based on ﬁ eld testing and may vary with your operating conditions and individual transceiver.

NOTICES TO THE USER
Refer service to qualiﬁ ed technicians only.
Safety: It is important that the operator is aware of, and understands, hazards common to the operation of any transceiver.
This equipment complies with the essential requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC.

Information on Disposal of Old Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Batteries (applicable for countries that have adopted separate waste collection systems)
Products and batteries with the symbol (crossed-out wheeled bin) cannot be disposed as household waste.
Old electrical and electronic equipment and batteries should be recycled at a facility capable of handling these items and their waste byproducts.
Contact your local authority for details in locating a recycle facility nearest to you.
Proper recycling and waste disposal will help conserve resources whilst preventing detrimental effects on our health and the environment.
Notice: The sign “Pb” below the symbol for batteries indicates that this battery contains lead.
Firmware Copyrights
The title to and ownership of copyrights for ﬁ rmware embedded in KENWOOD product memories are reserved for JVC KENWOOD Corporation.

PRECAUTIONS

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 speciﬁ ed by KENWOOD.
If any 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 cable of the clip microphone with earphone/hanger around your neck while near machinery that may catch the cable.
Do not place the transceiver on unstable surfaces. If the transceiver switches OFF/ON as a result of falling or hard impact, the volume and channel conﬁ gurations may reset.
Ensure that the end of the antenna does not touch your eyes.
Do not immerse the transceiver in water.
Always switch the transceiver power off before installing optional accessories.
The charger is the device that disconnects the unit from the AC mains line. The AC plug should be readily accessible.
T o dispose of batteries, be sure to comply with the laws and regulations in your country or region.
If a commercially available neck strap is used, take care not to let the strap get caught on nearby machine.

WARNING

Turn the transceiver power off in the following locations:

In explosive atmospheres (inﬂ ammable gas, dust particles, metallic powders, grain powders, etc.).
While taking on fuel or while parked at gasoline service stations.
Near explosives or blasting sites.
In aircraft. (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 using pacemakers.

CAUTION

Do not modify the transceiver for any reason.
Do not place the transceiver on or near airbag equipment while the vehicle is running. When the airbag inﬂ ates, 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. T ransmitting 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 trafﬁ c 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 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. Do not use an earphone/microphone accessory in areas where static electricity can be easily generated.
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.

Information concerning the battery pack:
The battery pack includes ﬂ ammable objects such as organic solvent. Mishandling may cause the battery to rupture producing ﬂ ames 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 the battery!
The battery pack has a safety function and protection circuit to avoid danger. If they suffer serious damage, the battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into ﬂ ame.
Do not short-circuit the battery!
Do not join the + and – terminals using any form of metal (such as a paper clip or wire). Do not carry or store the battery pack in containers holding metal objects (such as wires, chain-necklaces or hairpins). If the battery pack is short-circuited, excessive current will ﬂ ow and the battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into ﬂ ame. It will also cause metal objects to heat up.
Do not incinerate or apply heat to the battery!
If the insulator is melted, the gas release vent or safety function is damaged, or the electrolyte is ignited, the battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into ﬂ ame.
Do not leave the battery near ﬁ re, stoves, or other heat generators (areas reaching over 60°C/ 140°F)!
If the polymer separator is melted due to high temperature, an internal short- circuit may occur in the individual cells and the battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into ﬂ ame.
Do not immerse the battery in water or get it wet by other means!
If the battery’s protection circuit is damaged, the battery may charge at extreme current (or voltage) and an abnormal chemical reaction may occur. The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into ﬂ ame.
Do not charge the battery near ﬁ re or under direct sunlight!
If the battery’s protection circuit is damaged, the battery may charge at extreme current (or voltage) and an abnormal chemical reaction may occur. The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into ﬂ ame.

DANGER

Use only the speciﬁ ed charger and observe charging requirements!
If the battery is charged in unspeciﬁ ed conditions (under high temperature over the regulated value, excessive high voltage or current over regulated value, or with a remodeled charger), it may overcharge or an abnormal chemical reaction may occur. The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into ﬂ ame.
Do not pierce the battery with any object, strike it with an instrument, or step on it!
This may break or deform the battery, causing a short-circuit. The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into ﬂ ame.
Do not jar or throw the battery!
An impact may cause the battery to leak, generate heat or smoke, rupture, and/or burst into ﬂ ame. If the battery’s protection circuit is damaged, the battery may charge at an abnormal current (or voltage), and an abnormal chemical reaction may occur. The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into ﬂ ame.
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 not solder directly onto the battery!
If the insulator is melted or the gas release vent or safety function is damaged, the battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into ﬂ ame.
Do not reverse the battery polarity (and terminals)!
When charging a reversed battery, an abnormal chemical reaction may occur. In some cases, an unexpected large amount of current may ﬂ ow upon discharging. The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into ﬂ ame.
Do not reverse-charge or reverse-connect the battery!
The battery pack has positive and negative poles. If the battery pack does not smoothly connect with a charger or operating equipment, do not force it; check the polarity of the battery. If the battery pack is reverse-connected to the charger, it will be reversecharged and an abnormal chemical reaction may occur.
The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into ﬂame.
Do not touch a ruptured and leaking battery!
If the electrolyte liquid from the battery gets into your eyes, wash your eyes 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 speciﬁ ed time!
If the battery pack has not ﬁ nished charging even after the regulated time has passed, stop it. The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into ﬂ ame.
Do not place the battery pack into a microwave or high pressure container!
The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into ﬂame.
• Keep ruptured and leaking battery packs away from ﬁre!
If the battery pack is leaking (or the battery emits a bad odor), immediately remove it from ﬂ ammable areas. Electrolyte leaking from the battery can easily catch on ﬁ re and may cause the battery to generate smoke or burst into ﬂ ame.
Do not use an abnormal battery!
If the battery pack emits a bad odor, appears to have different coloring, is deformed, 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, rupture, or burst into ﬂame.

UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT

Carefully unpack the transceiver. If any of the items listed below are missing or damaged, ﬁ le a claim with the carrier immediately.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

Battery charger (KSC-44CR)/ AC adapter (KSC-44SL) ………1
Li-ion battery pack (KNB-71L) …………………………………………1
Belt clip (KBH-20) ………………………………………………………….1
Screw (M3 x 6 mm with washer)………………………………………2
Instruction manual E type……………………………………………….2
T type…………………………………………………………………………..1
Note: Refer to “PREP ARA TION” for accessory installation instructions.

PREPARATION

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
The battery pack is not charged at the factory; charge it before use. Average battery pack life (calculated using 5% transmit time, 5% receive time, and 90% standby time) is 15 hours.
Note:

The ambient temperature should be between 32°F and 104°F (0°C and 40°C) while charging is in progress. Charging outside this range may not fully charge the battery.
The battery pack life is over when its operating time decreases even though it is fully and correctly charged (approximately 500 cycles). Replace the battery pack.
While operating the transceiver using a Li-ion battery pack in areas with an ambient temperature close to 32°F (0°C), the operating time may be shortened.

ATTENTION: Switch OFF a transceiver equipped with a battery pack before charging.

Charging with a USB Cable

Use a commercially available USB cable (Micro USB B T ype).
Charge the transceiver through a commercially available PC or AC adapter power source.

KENWOOD PKT 23 UHF FM Transceiver - Micro USB

Plug the USB cable (B T ype) into the Micro USB jack.
Connect the USB cable to your PC or AC adapter.
• The LED indicator lights blue.
• The transceiver power turns OFF automatically.
When charging is complete, the LED indicator turns off.
• It takes approximately 4 hours to charge the battery pack.

Note:

Use a USB cable shorter than 3 meters.
We recommend using a short USB cable (low loss) for charging.

Charging with the KSC-44CR Charger

Plug the AC adapter cable into the jack located on the bottom of the charger.
Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet.
Slide a transceiver equipped with a battery pack into the charging slot of the charger.
• Make sure the metal contacts of the transceiver mate securely with the charger terminals.
• The LED indicator lights blue.
When charging is complete, the LED indicator turns off. Remove the transceiver from the charging slot of the charger.
• It takes approximately 4 hours to charge the battery pack.
• T ransmission is inhibited while charging.
• When the charger will not be used for a long time, unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet.

REPLACING THE BATTERY PACK
Replace an expired battery pack with a newly purchased KNB-71L battery pack.

CAUTION
◆ Do not disassemble the battery pack.
◆ Be sure to follow local laws concerning the disposal of battery packs.

Pull back the battery pack latch, then remove the battery cover from the transceiver.

• When using the belt clip {page 6}, be sure to remove it before removing the battery cover.

Lift the battery pack and its packing away from the transceiver.
• Lift the battery pack cable and remove the connector from the PCB terminal.
Remove the old battery pack from the packing and insert the new battery pack.
• Pass the battery pack cable through the hole in the packing.
Insert the connector of the new battery pack into the PCB terminal by pressing down on it.
• Match the direction of the connector and insert it vertically.
Pull back the battery pack latch, then insert the battery pack into position.
• Failure to pull back the battery pack latch will cause the battery pack to be misaligned.
Replace the battery cover over the battery pack.
• Ensure that the battery pack latch locks the cover in place.

INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP
If necessary, attach the belt clip ﬁ rmly using the two supplied M3 x 6 mm screws (with washers).
Note: If the belt clip is not installed, its mounting location may get hot during continuous transmission or when left sitting in a hot environment.

CAUTION
Do not use glue which is designed to prevent screw loosening when installing the belt clip, as it may cause damage to the transceiver.
Acrylic ester, which is contained in these glues, may crack the transceiver’s back panel.

CONNECTING AN EARPHONE/ MICROPHONE

Connect an earphone/ microphone to the phone jack on the top of the transceiver. KENWOOD PKT 23 UHF FM Transceiver - Phone

Note:

Be sure to connect an earphone/ microphone to the phone jack fully and tightly. If the pin jack of an earphone/ microphone is not inserted fully, a pin contacting error will happen and a noise may occur.
Depending on the sleeve shape of an earphone/ microphone jack foot, it may be difﬁ cult to judge the inserted condition. Before using the radio, conﬁrm the T ransmit/ Receive operation with an earphone/ microphone.
To keep the transceiver water resistant, the phone jack cover must remain closed.

ORIENTATION

3.5 mm phone jack Connect the earphone/microphone plug to this jack.
Micro USB jack (B Type)
Connect a USB cable to this jack to charge the transceiver battery pack.
PF-1 key
Press or hold this key for 1 second to activate its programmable functions. The default settings are Calling Alert and None.
For function descriptions and details on how to change the key functions, refer to “PROGRAMMABLE AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS” on page 20.
PTT (Push to Talk) switch Press and hold, then speak into the microphone to transmit.
Power switch Hold for 1 second to turn the transceiver power ON. Hold for 2 seconds to turn the transceiver power OFF .
Momentarily press this key while the transceiver power is ON to activate the Battery Level Guide.
Refer to the “BA TTERY LEVEL GUIDE” table on page 11.
LED indicator
Refer to the “LED INDICA TOR ST A TUS” table on page 11.
PF-2 key
Press this key to toggle the function of the Up/Down keys between Volume Adjustment mode and Channel Select mode. Hold this key for 1 second to activate its programmable function. The default setting is [Monitor].
• For function descriptions and details on how to change the key functions, refer to “PROGRAMMABLE AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS” on page 20.
Up/Down keys
Press these keys to adjust the volume and change the channel.
• Press the PF-2 key to toggle the function of the Up/Down keys between Volume Adjustment mode and Channel Select mode.
Strap hole
Connect a commercially available strap here.
• When using the belt clip, the strap hole will be covered and cannot be used. Instead, use the strap hole of the belt clip.

BASIC OPERATIONS

POWER AND VOLUME

Hold the Power switch for approximately 1 second to switch the transceiver power ON.
• A beep sounds and the LED indicator blinks blue a number of times as described in the “BA TTERY LEVEL GUIDE” table on page 11.
• T o turn the power OFF , hold the Power switch for 2 seconds.
In Volume Adjustment mode, press the Up/Down keys to adjust the volume.
• Press the key programmed as [Squelch Off] to hear background noise.
• Press the PF-2 key to switch between Volume Adjustment mode and Channel Select mode.

TRANSMITTING AND RECEIVING

In Channel Select mode, press the Up/Down keys to select your desired channel.
• There are two cases to indicate the channel number. They are Voice Announcement enable case and Voice Announcement disable case. Channel number indications are described in the table below.
Ch. No. : Channel Number
Vo. Ann. : Voice Announcement
LED Bl. : Number of times LED blinks
T . So. : Number of times T one sounds| Voice Announcement
---|---
Enable| Disable
Ch. No.| LED| Vo. Ann.| LED Bl.| LED Bl. and T. So.
1|

Yellow

| “One”| 1| 1
2| “Two”| 2| 2
3| “Three”| 3| 3
4| “Four”| 4| 4
| Voice Announcement
---|---
Enable| Disable
Ch. No.| LED| Vo. Ann.| LED Bl.| LED Bl. and T. So.
5|

Blue

| “Five”| 1| 1
6| “Six”| 2| 2
7| “Seven”| 3| 3
8| “Eight”| 4| 4

• After selecting a channel, the channel number is announced when Voice Announcement is enable or the Channel Select Tone sounds when Voice announcement is disable. Regardless of the Voice Announcement conﬁ guration, the LED indicator blinks to indicate the current channel number. For example, to indicate the channel number 5, the LED blinks blue once and a voice announces “Five” when Voice Announcement is enable, and the LED blinks blue once and a Channel Select T one sounds once when Voice Announcement is disable.
• Press the PF-2 key to switch between Volume Adjustment mode and Channel Select mode.

To make a call, press and hold the PTT switch, then speak into the microphone using your normal speaking voice.
• Hold the microphone approximately 1.5 inches (3 to 4 cm) from your mouth.
Release the PTT switch to receive.

Note:

When the battery pack voltage becomes too low, transmission will stop and an alert tone will sound. (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.)
Even when setting the volume to 0, the transceiver will continue to emit beep sounds and channel announcements.
Continuously transmitting when the transceiver becomes too hot will cause the output power to decrease and may eventually stop transmission. Stop transmitting for a while to allow the transceiver to cool down.
You may sometimes hear noise during communications, depending on the caller’s transceiver.

LED INDICATOR STATUS

Indicator Color	Meaning
Red	T ransmitting
Green	Receiving a call
Blinking green	Scanning
Blinks light blue 1 time	Standby state *
Blinking red	Battery power is low

The transceiver has not been used for at least 10 seconds.
BATTERY LEVEL GUIDE
You can determine the remaining battery power level by pressing the Power switch while the transceiver power is ON. The LED indicator will blink blue a number of times corresponding to the battery power remaining.

Indicator Status	Battery Level
Blinks 3 times	High
Blinks 2 times	Medium
Blinks 1 time	Low

TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT)
The Time-out Timer prevents callers from using a channel for an extended duration (default 60 seconds). If you continuously transmit for the duration, transmission will stop and an alert tone will sound. T o stop the tone, release the PTT switch.

VOICE OPERATED TRANSMISSION (VOX)

VOX operation allows you to transmit hands-free. This feature must ﬁ rst be activated by your dealer, and can only be used if you are using a supported headset. This function can be turned off for speciﬁ c channels by your dealer. T o activate VOX and set the VOX Gain level, perform the following steps:

Connect the microphone with earphone/hanger to the transceiver.
• The VOX function does not activate when a microphone with earphone/hanger is not connected to the accessory terminal of the transceiver.
With the transceiver power OFF , press and hold the Up key while turning the transceiver power ON.
• The LED indicator lights yellow and “VOX” and the channel number are announced.
Press the PF-1 key to select the VOX Gain level of the radio (from 1 ~ 5 or Off).
• The transceiver will announce the VOX Gain level. If the VOX Gain level is Off, a double beep sounds.
• Press the PF-2 key to enable or disable the VOX function for the current channel (you can change this setting for each channel by selecting a channel with the Up/Down keys). When VOX is turned ON, a beep sounds. When it is turned OFF , a double beep sounds.
While adjusting the level, speak into the microphone to test the sensitivity level. When sound is recognized, the LED lights red.
Press and hold the PTT switch for 3 seconds to save the setting.
• A beep will sound.
Turn the transceiver power OFF and then ON again to activate VOX.

Note:

The transceiver will automatically return to normal operation if no action is performed for 20 seconds.
VOX Gain level 1 is the least sensitive and VOX Gain level 5 is the most sensitive.
When the microphone with earphone/hanger is inserted and the VOX function is enabled, battery save mode will be disabled.
If a microphone with earphone/hanger is connected to the transceiver while the VOX function is switched ON and the VOX Gain level is conﬁ gured to a higher, more sensitive level, louder received signals may cause the transceiver to start transmitting.

CHANNEL SETUP MODE

This transceiver allows you to reprogram each of the channels with different frequencies and QT (Quiet T alk)/ DQT (Digital Quiet T alk) settings. The table below lists the default channel settings.

Channel Number

| Table Number| Frequency (MHz)| Tone Number|

QT/DQT

Setting

---|---|---|---|---
1| 1| 446.00625| 10| 94.8 Hz
2| 8| 446.09375| 8| 88.5 Hz
3| 3| 446.03125| 13| 103.5 Hz
4| 6| 446.06875| 5| 79.7 Hz
5| 4| 446.04375| 17| 118.8 Hz
6| 2| 446.01875| 18| 123.0 Hz
7| 7| 446.08125| 19| 127.3 Hz
8| 5| 446.05625| 7| 85.4 Hz

OPERATING FREQUENCY AND QT/ DQT SETTING
To change the operating frequency of a channel:

With the transceiver power OFF , press and hold the PTT switch and Up key while turning the transceiver power ON.
• Continue to hold the Power switch, PTT switch, and Up key until the LED indicator lights yellow and the transceiver announces “Self”.
Release the Power switch, PTT switch and Up key.
• The transceiver announces “Channel Number”.
Press the Up/Down key to select your desired channel, then press the PTT switch to conﬁ rm the selected channel.
• Upon releasing the PTT switch, a beep will sound and the transceiver announces “Table Zero”.
Press the Up/Down key to increment/ decrement the T able number, to select the new channel frequency.
• Press and hold the Up/Down key to continuously increment/ decrement the number.
• T able numbers and their corresponding operating frequencies are provided in the tables on page 15.
• A voice announcement will inform you of the selected T able number.
Press the PTT switch to save the setting and switch to the QT/ DQT setting.
• A beep will sound and the transceiver announces “QT”.
Press the Up/Down key to select QT or DQT , then press the PTT switch to conﬁ rm the selection.
Press the Up/Down key to increment/ decrement the QT/DQT number, to select the new value.
• Press and hold the Up/Down key to continuously increment/ decrement the QT/ DQT number.
• QT/ DQT numbers and their corresponding settings are provided in the tables on pages 16 to 18.
• A voice announcement will inform you of the selected QT/ DQT number.
Press the PTT switch to save the setting.
• A beep will sound and the transceiver announces “Channel Number”.
• Repeat steps 3 to 8 to set up another channel.
Press and hold the PF-2 key and PTT switch to store the settings and return to normal operation.

Note:

This mode is effective when Voice Announcement is set in English.
The transceiver will automatically return to normal operation if no action is performed for 20 seconds.

Table Number| Frequency

(MHz)

| Table Number| Frequency

(MHz)

| Table Number| Frequency (MHz)
---|---|---|---|---|---
0| OFF| 6| 446.06875| 12| 446.14375
1| 446.00625| 7| 446.08125| 13| 446.15625
2| 446.01875| 8| 446.09375| 14| 446.16875
3| 446.03125| 9| 446.10625| 15| 446.18125
4| 446.04375| 10| 446.11875| 16| 446.19375
5| 446.05625| 11| 446.13125|

QUIET TALK (QT)/ DIGITAL QUIET TALK (DQT)
Quiet T alk (QT) and Digital Quiet T alk (DQT) are functions that reject undesired signals on your channel. Y ou will hear a call only when you receive a signal that contains a matching QT tone or DQT code. If a call containing a different tone or code is received, squelch will not open and you will not hear the call.
Likewise, when transmitting using QT or DQT , the receiving station must have a matching tone or code to hear your call.
Be aware that other parties can still hear your calls if they set up their transceiver with the same tone or code.
Follow the steps described in “OPERA TING FREQUENCY AND QT/ DQT SETTING” on page 14 to change the QT/DQT settings of a channel.
QT Channel Settings:

QT
Frequency

---|---|---|---|---|---
1| 67.0 Hz| 17| 118.8 Hz| 33| 210.7 Hz
2| 71.9 Hz| 18| 123.0 Hz| 34| 218.1 Hz
3| 74.4 Hz| 19| 127.3 Hz| 35| 225.7 Hz
4| 77.0 Hz| 20| 131.8 Hz| 36| 233.6 Hz
5| 79.7 Hz| 21| 136.5 Hz| 37| 241.8 Hz
6| 82.5 Hz| 22| 141.3 Hz| 38| 250.3 Hz
7| 85.4 Hz| 23| 146.2 Hz| 39| 69.3 Hz
8| 88.5 Hz| 24| 151.4 Hz| 40| 67.0 Hz
9| 91.5 Hz| 25| 156.7 Hz| 41| 67.0 Hz
10| 94.8 Hz| 26| 162.2 Hz| 42| 67.0 Hz
11| 97.4 Hz| 27| 167.9 Hz| 43| 67.0 Hz
12| 100.0 Hz| 28| 173.8 Hz| 44| 67.0 Hz
13| 103.5 Hz| 29| 179.9 Hz| 45| 67.0 Hz
14| 107.2 Hz| 30| 186.2 Hz| 0| OFF
15| 110.9 Hz| 31| 192.8 Hz|
16| 114.8 Hz| 32| 203.5 Hz

DQT Channel Settings:

DQT
Number| DQT
Code| DQT
Number| DQT
Code| DQT
Number| DQT
Code| DQT
Number| DQT
Code
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
1| D023N| 31| D223N| 61| D503N| 91| D047I
2| D025N| 32| D226N| 62| D506N| 92| D051I
3| D026N| 33| D243N| 63| D516N| 93| D054I
4| D031N| 34| D244N| 64| D532N| 94| D065I
5| D032N| 35| D245N| 65| D546N| 95| D071I
6| D043N| 36| D251N| 66| D565N| 96| D072I
7| D047N| 37| D261N| 67| D606N| 97| D073I
8| D051N| 38| D263N| 68| D612N| 98| D074I
9| D054N| 39| D265N| 69| D624N| 99| D114I
10| D065N| 40| D271N| 70| D627N| 100| D115I
11| D071N| 41| D306N| 71| D631N| 101| D116I
12| D072N| 42| D311N| 72| D632N| 102| D125I
13| D073N| 43| D315N| 73| D654N| 103| D131I
14| D074N| 44| D331N| 74| D662N| 104| D132I
15| D114N| 45| D343N| 75| D664N| 105| D134I
16| D115N| 46| D346N| 76| D703N| 106| D143I
17| D116N| 47| D351N| 77| D712N| 107| D152I
18| D125N| 48| D364N| 78| D723N| 108| D155I
19| D131N| 49| D365N| 79| D731N| 109| D156I
20| D132N| 50| D371N| 80| D732N| 110| D162I
21| D134N| 51| D411N| 81| D734N| 111| D165I
22| D143N| 52| D412N| 82| D743N| 112| D172I
23| D152N| 53| D413N| 83| D754N| 113| D174I
24| D155N| 54| D423N| 84| D645N| 114| D205I
25| D156N| 55| D431N| 85| D023I| 115| D223I
26| D162N| 56| D432N| 86| D025I| 116| D226I
27| D165N| 57| D445N| 87| D026I| 117| D243I
28| D172N| 58| D464N| 88| D031I| 118| D244I
29| D174N| 59| D465N| 89| D032I| 119| D245I
30| D205N| 60| D466N| 90| D043I| 120| D251I
DQT
Number| DQT
Code| DQT
Number| DQT
Code| DQT
Number| DQT
Code| DQT
Number| DQT
Code
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121| D261I| 135| D411I| 149| D546I| 163| D731I
122| D263I| 136| D412I| 150| D565I| 164| D732I
123| D265I| 137| D413I| 151| D606I| 165| D734I
124| D271I| 138| D423I| 152| D612I| 166| D743I
125| D306I| 139| D431I| 153| D624I| 167| D754I
126| D311I| 140| D432I| 154| D627I| 168| D645I
127| D315I| 141| D445I| 155| D631I| 169| D023N
128| D331I| 142| D464I| 156| D632I| 170| D023N
129| D343I| 143| D465I| 157| D654I| 171| D023N
130| D346I| 144| D466I| 158| D662I| 172| D023N
131| D351I| 145| D503I| 159| D664I| 173| D023N
132| D364I| 146| D506I| 160| D703I| 174| D023N
133| D365I| 147| D516I| 161| D712I| 0| OFF
134| D371I| 148| D532I| 162| D723I|

CHANNEL CONFIRMATION MODE
To conﬁ rm your channel settings:

With the transceiver power OFF , press and hold the PTT switch while turning the transceiver power ON.
• Continue to hold the PTT switch until the LED indicator lights yellow and the transceiver announces “Conﬁ rm”.
Release the PTT switch.
• The transceiver announces the channel number, frequency table number, QT/DQT number of the selected channel and “VOX”.
Press the Up/Down keys to conﬁ rm additional channels within 20 seconds, otherwise the operation will cancel.
• The transceiver announces the channel table number and tone number of the selected channel.
Note: The transceiver will automatically return to normal operation if no action is performed for 20 seconds.

KEY ASSIGNMENT MODE

This transceiver allows you to reprogram the PF-1 key (press/hold) and PF-2 key (hold only) with any of the functions listed in the table below. Explanations on the use of each function are provided under “PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS”, on page 20.

Table Number	Function Name
0	None (no function)
1	Calling Alert
2	Key Lock
3	Monitor
4	Scan
5	Squelch Off
6	Super Lock-P

To change the functions of the PF-1 and PF-2 keys:

With the transceiver power OFF , press and hold the Up and PF-2 keys while turning the transceiver power ON.
• Continue to hold the Power switch, Up key, and PF-2 key until the LED indicator lights yellow and the transceiver announces “Setup”.
Release the Power switch, Up key, and PF-2 key.
• The transceiver announces “T able Zero”.
Press the Up/Down keys to increment/ decrement the number, to select the new key function.
• Table numbers and their corresponding functions are provided in the table above.
• A voice announcement will inform you of the currently selected T able number.
Press the PF-1 key or hold the PF-1 or PF-2 key to program the new function onto the desired key.
• A tone sounds after pressing the PF-1 key, conﬁ rming that the function has been stored to the PF-1 press operation.
• Two tones sound after holding the PF-1 key, conﬁ rming that the function has been stored to the PF-1 hold operation.
• Three tones sound after holding the PF-2 key, conﬁ rming that the function has been stored to the PF-2 hold operation.
• The press operation of the PF-2 key cannot be reprogrammed. Attempting to do so causes an error tone to sound.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to reprogram additional functions.
Hold the PTT switch for 3 seconds to save the settings and exit Setting mode.

Note:

This mode is effective when Voice Announcement is set in English.
The transceiver will automatically return to normal operation if no action is performed for 20 seconds.

PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS

None
No function is programmed for the key.
Calling Alert
A calling alert tone allows you to alert party members that you are making a call. When making a call, ﬁ rst hold down this key.
While holding down the key, the calling alert tone will sound.
Release the key to end the tone, then hold down the PTT switch and speak into the microphone to transmit.
Key Lock
Press and hold to lock/unlock the transceiver keys, and a beep will sound. While Key Lock is active, the following operations can be performed:
• Squelch Off
• Monitor
• Super Lock-P
• Power
• Volume Up/Down (if Volume Key (Key Lock) is unchecked)
• Channel Up/Down
Monitor
Press this key to deactivate QT or DQT signaling. Press the key again to return to normal operation.
Scan
Press this key to turn the Scan function on and off.
Scan is useful for monitoring signals on the transceiver channels. When scanning, the transceiver checks for a signal on each channel and only stops if a signal is present.
If the QT/DQT matches, the transceiver stops at the channel and opens the squelch so you can listen to the call. If the QT/DQT does not match, the call is ignored and scanning continues.
Squelch Off
Press this key to hear background noise. Press the key again to return to normal operation.
Super Lock-P
Press and hold this key for 4 seconds to lock the transceiver keys. Super Lock-P locks the transceiver keys to prevent accidental operation. T urning the transceiver power OFF and then ON again will not disable Super Lock-P . T o deactivate Super Lock-P , with the transceiver power OFF , press and hold the PF-2 key while turning the transceiver power ON.
• When the LED lights yellow, release the PF-2 key.
• While Super Lock-P is activated, you can still perform the following actions: PTT , Squelch Off, Monitor, Power, Volume.

ALL RESET MODE

At some point in time, you may desire to reset the transceiver settings to their default values. This function will reset all channels to their default frequencies and QT/DQT , the VOX function to its default status, and all keys to their default functions.
To reset the transceiver:

With the transceiver power OFF , press and hold the PTT switch, the Up key, and the Down key while turning the transceiver power ON.
• Continue to hold the keys for 2 seconds, until the LED indicator lights yellow.
Release the keys.
• The transceiver announces “Conﬁ rm” and returns to normal operation.
• If the keys are released before the LED indicator lights yellow, All Reset mode will cancel.
Note: This mode is effective when Voice Announcement is set in English.

Hereby, JVCKENWOOD Nederland B.V . declares that the radio equipment types in this instruction manual are in compliance with Directive 1999/5/EC.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address:
http://www.kenwood.com/cs/com/ecdoc/
(Note: The detail type designations are described in the EU declaration of conformity.)

Documents / Resources

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