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TK-2170/ TK-3170/ TK-3173
VHF FM TRANSCEIVER/
UHF FM TRANSCEIVER/
UHF FM TRANSCEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR FM VHF/
ÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR FM UHF/
ÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR FM UHF
MODE DEMPLOI
TRANSCEPTOR DE FM VHF/
TRANSCEPTOR DE FM UHF/
TRANSCEPTOR DE FM UHF
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
© B62-1809-10 (K)
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VHF FM TRANSCEIVER/ UHF FM TRANSCEIVER/ UHF FM TRANSCEIVER TK-2170/ TK-3170/ TK-3173 INSTRUCTION MANUAL ENGLISH
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THANK YOU We are grateful you have chosen KENWOOD for your land mobile radio applications. We believe this easy-to-use transceiver will provide dependable communications to keep personnel operating at peak efficiency. KENWOOD transceivers incorporate the latest in advanced technology. As a result, we feel strongly that you will be pleased with the quality and features of this product. MODELS COVERED BY THIS MANUAL TK-2170: VHF FM Transceiver TK-3170: UHF FM Transceiver TK-3173: UHF
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One or more of the following statements may be applicable: FCC WARNING This equipment generates or uses 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 THE DIGITAL DEVICE USER REQUIRED BY THE FCC This equipment has been tested and found to comply
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Attention (U.S.A. Only): The RBRC Recycle seal found on KENWOOD nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery packs indicates KENWOODs voluntary participation in an industry program to collect and recycle Ni-Cd batteries after their operating life has expired. The RBRC program is an alternative to disposing Ni-Cd batteries with your regular refuse or in municipal waste streams, which is illegal in some areas. For information on Ni-Cd battery recycling in your area, call (toll free) 1-800-8-BATTERY (1-800-822
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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 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 micro
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Turn the transceiver power off in the following locations: In explosive atmospheres (inflammable 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 aircrafts. In medical institutions or near persons using pacemakers. 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
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CONTENTS UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT ............................. 1 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ....................................................... 1 PREPARATION .............................................................. 2 BATTERY PACK PRECAUTIONS .................................................. 2 INSTALLING/ REMOVING THE (OPTIONAL) BATTERY PACK ......................... 7 INSTALLING/ REMOVING ALKALINE BATTERIES.................................... 8 INSTALLING THE (OPTIONAL) ANTENNA ...
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SCAN ....................................................................... 24 ADD TO SCAN/ DELETE FROM SCAN .......................................... 25 PRIORITY SCAN ............................................................. 25 GROUP SCAN (TK-3173 ONLY) ............................................ 25 SCAN REVERT .............................................................. 26 FleetSync: ALPHANUMERIC 2-WAY PAGING FUNCTION ................... 27 SELCALL (SELECTIVE CALLING) ...............
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UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT Note: The following unpacking instructions are for use by your KENWOOD dealer, an authorized KENWOOD service facility, or the factory. Carefully unpack the transceiver. We recommend that you identify the items listed in the following table before discarding the packing material. If any items are missing or have been damaged during shipment, file a claim with the carrier immediately. SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES Item Part Number Quantity BX elt clip J1 29-0701-X SX pea
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PREPARATION BATTERY PACK PRECAUTIONS Do not use battery packs or battery chargers not recommended by KENWOOD. ◆ Do not recharge the battery pack if it is already fully charged. Doing so may cause the life of the battery pack to shorten or the battery pack may be damaged. ◆ After recharging the battery pack, disconnect it from the charger. If the charger power is reset (turned ON after being turned OFF), recharging will start again and the battery pack will become overcharged. ◆ Do not use the tr
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Information concerning the (optional) Li-ion 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! The battery pack has a safety function and protection circuit to avoid danger. If they suffer serious damage, the battery may gene
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Use only the specified charger and observe charging requirements! If the battery is charged in unspecified conditions (under high temperature over the regulated value, excessive high voltage or current over regulated value, or with a remodelled charger), it may overcharge or an abnormal chemical reaction may occur. The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into flame. Do not pierce the battery with any object, strike it with an instrument, or step on it! This may break or de
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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. Do not charge the battery for longer than the specified time! If the battery pack has not finished charging even after the regulated time has passed, stop it. The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into
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■ USING THE LI-ION BATTERY PACK Charge the battery pack before using it. To keep the battery discharge at a minimum, remove the battery pack from the equipment when it is not in use. Store the battery pack in a cool and dry location. When storing the battery pack for a long period: 1 Remove the battery pack from the equipment. 2 Discharge the battery pack, if possible. 3 Store the battery pack in a cool (below 25°C/ 77°F) and dry location. ■ CHARACTERISTICS OF THE LI-ION BATTERY PACK As
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INSTALLING/ REMOVING THE (OPTIONAL) 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 clicks, locking it in place. 2 Lock the safety catch into place to prevent accidentally pressing the release latch and removing the battery. 3 To remove the battery pack, lift the safety catch on the base of the transceiver, then press the release latch underneath the safety catch while pulling the battery
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INSTALLING/ REMOVING ALKALINE BATTERIES ◆ Do not install batteries in a hazardous environment where sparks could cause an explosion. ◆ Never discard batteries in fire; extremely high temperatures can cause batteries to explode. ◆ Do not short circuit the battery case terminals. ◆ Do not use rechargeable batteries. Note: ◆ If you do not plan to use the transceiver for a long period, remove the batteries from the battery case. ◆ This battery case has been designed for transmitting at a power of ap
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INSTALLING THE (OPTIONAL) ANTENNA Screw the antenna into the connector on the top of the transceiver by holding the antenna 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 transceivers performance. INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP Note: When first installing the belt clip, you must remove the battery pack from the rear of t
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INSTALLING THE CAP OVER THE SPEAKER/ MICROPHONE JACKS Install the cap over the speaker/ microphone jacks when not using an optional speaker/ microphone. 1 Place the cap over the jacks so that the locking tabs insert into the transceiver grooves. 2 While holding the cap in place, push it towards the bottom of the transceiver until the tabs on the cap click into place. Note: To keep the transceiver water resistant, you must cover the speaker/ microphone jacks with the supplied cap. To remove the
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GETTING ACQUAINTED q w e t r y Microphone u !1 !1 i ! !33 o ! !00 ! !22 Speaker * The transceiver is also available without the DTMF keypad (!). 2 q q q q q Antenna connector Connect an (optional) antenna here {page 9}. w w w w w Selector Rotate to activate its programmable function {page 15}. e e e e e Power switch/ Volume control Turn clockwise to switch ON the transceiver. Rotate to adjust the volume. Turn counterclockwise fully to switch OFF the transceiver. 11
