BK Technologies KNGM500 MOBILE UHF DIGITAL RADIO User Manual 7001 31028 900

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Many factors are taken into consideration when implementing features and functionality of KNG Series radios. Easy of use and customer requirements are among the most important to us. Most enhancements are achieved thru radio rmware updates. Current rmware and radio editor versions, along with the latest user manuals and addendums, are available for download in the support section of the RELM Wireless web site.We recommend joining our e-mail list to keep informed of updates and enhancements on all your RELM Wireless and BK Radio products.Visit us at:www.relm.comIndex
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ContentsIntroduction .............................................................................................. 1FCC Requirements .................................................................................. 1Safety Precautions ................................................................................ 2National and International Standards .................................................... 3Federal Communications Commission Regulations ............................. 4Compliance with RF Exposure Standards ............................................ 4Industry Canada Compliance ................................................................ 5RF Exposure Compliance and Control Guidelines................................ 6Contact Information ............................................................................... 7Radio Controls ......................................................................................... 8LCD Touch Screen ................................................................................. 10Status Indicators ................................................................................. 11Channel Information Display Options.................................................. 13Programmable Button Options ............................................................ 14Microphone Controls ............................................................................ 16
Function Selection ................................................................................ 18Touch Screen Selection ..................................................................... 18Navigation Wheel Selection ............................................................... 19Menu Screen Selection ...................................................................... 20Exiting the Menu ................................................................................. 22Menu Options ...................................................................................... 23Keypad Programming Items................................................................ 24Basic Operation ..................................................................................... 25Receive ............................................................................................... 25Transmit .............................................................................................. 26Function Details ..................................................................................... 27Backlight.............................................................................................. 27Busy Channel Operation ..................................................................... 28Channel Scan...................................................................................... 29Channel Scan List ............................................................................... 32Channel Select .................................................................................... 33Cloning ................................................................................................ 34Emergency Signaling .......................................................................... 35Control Lockout ................................................................................... 36
Keypad Programming ......................................................................... 37Monitor ................................................................................................ 38Nuisance Channel Delete ................................................................... 39Priority Channel Select........................................................................ 40Priority Scan ........................................................................................ 43Repeater Talkaround ........................................................................... 45Repeater Talkaround is either On or Off. ............................................ 45Squelch Adjust .................................................................................... 46Surveillance Mode............................................................................... 47Tactical OTAR ..................................................................................... 48Tactical OTAR Error Code Table ......................................................... 50Transmit Digital ................................................................................... 51Transmit Power ................................................................................... 52Transmit Secure .................................................................................. 53Unit Call ............................................................................................... 54Sending a Unit-to-Unit Call .......................................................... 54Receiving a Unit Call ................................................................... 56Versions .............................................................................................. 57Zeroize Keys ....................................................................................... 58Zone Scan ........................................................................................... 59
Zone Scan List .................................................................................... 60Zone Select ......................................................................................... 61User Picklist Options ............................................................................ 62User Selectable CTCSS/CDCSS Code Guard ................................... 63User Selectable Encryption Key.......................................................... 64User Selectable Encryption Keyset ..................................................... 65User Selectable Network Access Codes ............................................. 66User Selectable Talk Group ID ............................................................ 67Keypad Programming Options ............................................................. 68Entering Programming Mode .............................................................. 68Keypad Programming ......................................................................... 70Programming Global Parameters ............................................... 70Programming System Parameters .............................................. 71Programming Zone Parameters .................................................. 79Programming Channel Parameters ............................................. 85Call List Programming ....................................................................... 100Code Guard Picklist Programming .................................................... 102NAC Picklist Programming ................................................................ 104Talkgroup ID Picklist Programming ................................................... 105
- 1 -KNG Mobile OperationIntroductionCongratulations on your purchase of the BK Radio KNG Mobile radio from RELM Wireless. The KNG APCO Project 25 radio offers an array of programmable functionality to help radio users get the most out of their portable communications. Check with your RELM/BK Radio dealer or communications ofcer for information on the programmed functions of your radio prior to operation.This manual contains information concerning the operation procedures for the BK Radio KNG Mobile radio. The KNG has been designed to meet the tough requirements of today’s communications environment. Please take a moment to read the information in this manual so you can get optimum performance from your new radio.FCC RequirementsYour radio must be properly licensed by the Federal Communications Commission prior to use. Your BK Radio dealer can assist you in meeting these requirements. Your dealer will program each radio with your authorized frequencies, signaling codes, etc., and will be there to meet your communications needs as your system expands.Index
- 2 -KNG Mobile OperationSafety PrecautionsDo not operate the transmitter in close proximity to blasting • caps.Do not operate the radio in an explosive atmosphere • (petroleum fuels, solvents, dust, etc.).Do not operate the transmitter if a person outside the vehicle • is less than three feet from the antenna or touching the antenna.RF ENERGY EXPOSURE AWARENESS AND CONTROL INFORMATION, AND OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FCC OCCUPATIONAL USE REQUIREMENTSBEFORE USING YOUR MOBILE 2-WAY RADIO, READ THE INFORMATION BELOW WHICH CONTAINS IMPORTANT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USAGE AND RF ENERGY AWARENESS AND CONTROL INFORMATION FOR COMPLIANCE WITH RF ENERGY EXPOSURE LIMITS IN APPLICABLE Index
- 3 -KNG Mobile OperationNational and International StandardsNOTICE: This radio is intended for use in occupational/controlled conditions, where users have full knowledge of their exposure and can exercise control over their exposure to meet FCC limits. This radio device is NOT authorized for general population, consumer, or any other use.This 2-way radio uses electromagnetic energy in the radio frequency (RF) spectrum to provide communications between two or more users over a distance. It uses radio frequency (RF) energy or radio waves to send and receive calls. RF energy is one form of electromagnetic energy; other forms include, but are not limited to, sunlight and x-rays. RF energy, however, should not be confused with these other forms of electromagnetic energy, which when used improperly, can cause biological damage. Very high levels of x-rays, for example, can damage tissues and genetic material. Experts in science, engineering, medicine, health and industry work with organizations to develop standards for exposure to RF energy. These standards provide recommended levels of RF exposure for both workers and the general public. These recommended RF exposure levels include substantial margins of protection. All 2-way radios are designed, manufactured, and tested to ensure they meet government established RF exposure levels. In addition, manufacturers also recommend specic operating instructions to users of 2-way radios.These instructions are important because they inform users about RF energy exposure and provide simple procedures on how to control it. Please refer to the Index
- 4 -KNG Mobile Operationfollowing websites for more information on what RF energy exposure is and how to control your exposure to assure compliance with established RF exposure limits.http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/index.htmlFederal Communications Commission RegulationsThe FCC rules require manufacturers to comply with the FCC RF energy exposure limits for mobile 2-way radios before they can be marketed in the U.S. When 2-way radios are used as a consequence of employment, the FCC requires users to be fully aware of and able to control their exposure to meet occupational requirements. Exposure awareness can be facilitated by the use of a product label directing users to specic user awareness information. Your BK Radio 2-way radio has an RF exposure product label. Also, your BK Radio owner’s and service manuals include information and operating instructions required to control your RF exposure and to satisfy compliance requirements.Compliance with RF Exposure StandardsYour BK Radio 2-way radio is designed and tested to comply with a number of national and international standards and guidelines (listed below) for human exposure Index
- 5 -KNG Mobile Operationto radio frequency electromagnetic energy. This radio complies with the IEEE and ICNIRP exposure limits for occupational/controlled RF exposure environment at operating duty factors of up to 50% talk-50% listen and is authorized by the FCC for occupational use only. In terms of measuring RF energy for compliance with the FCC exposure guidelines, your radio antenna radiates measurable RF energy only while it is transmitting (during talking), not when it is receiving (listening) or in Standby Mode. Your BK Radio 2-way radio complies with the following RF energy exposure standards and guidelines:United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal Regulations; 47 CFR §§ 1.1307, 1.1310, 2.1091 and 2.1093American National Standards Institute (ANSI) / Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.1-1999 EditionIndustry Canada ComplianceThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.Cet appareil numerique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 Canada.Index
- 6 -KNG Mobile OperationRF Exposure Compliance and Control GuidelinesTo control exposure to yourself and others and to ensure compliance with the RF exposure limits, always adhere to the following procedures.Guidelines:User awareness instructions must accompany device when transferred • to other users.Do not use this device if the operational requirements described herein • are not met.Operating Instructions:Transmit no more than the rated duty factor of 50% of the time. To transmit (talk), push the Push-To-Talk (PTT) button. The red LED will illuminate when the radio is transmitting. To receive calls, release the PTT button. The red LED will extinguish when the radio stops transmitting. Transmitting 50% of the time, or less, is important because this radio generates measurable RF energy exposure only when transmitting (in terms of measuring for standards compliance). Transmit only when persons around the vehicle are at least 3 feet (90 centimeters) away from the vehicle with a properly installed antenna. This separation distance will ensure that there is sufcient distance from a properly installed (according to installation instructions) externally-mounted antenna to satisfy the RF exposure requirements in the standards listed above.Index
- 7 -KNG Mobile OperationThe AMBE® voice compression software included in this product is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights, copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc. The user of this software is explicitly prohibited from attempting to decompile, reverse engineer, or disassemble the object code, or in any other way convert the object code into a human-readable form. This software is licensed solely for use within this product. US Patent Nos. #6,912,495 B2, #5,870,405, #5,826,222, #5,754,974, #5,715,365, #5,701,390, #5,649,050, #5,630,011, #5,581,656, #5,517,511, #5,491,772, #5,247,579, #5,226,084, and #5,195,166.Contact InformationFor additional information on exposure requirements or other information, visit website http://www.relm.com.Index
- 8 -KNG Mobile OperationRadio ControlsChannel SelectOKBK RADIOChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzMONP1TXDSCAN ZONE MENUZPPH✓ØON/OFF - Volume Emergency ButtonLCD ScreenMenu NavigationMic Jack Home ButtonUSB PortProgrammable Buttons Menu SelectLEDOn / Off / Volume: This control is both a push on/off button and a rotate volume knob. Pushing the button in and releasing will toggle the state of the mobile from on to off and back. Rotating this knob will increase or decrease the audio volume setting.Index
- 9 -KNG Mobile OperationUSB Port: This is a USB client port and is used for programming and conguring the radio with the Windows PC programming software.LCD Touch Screen: The LCD screen is used to show radio status and operating condition as well as receive input from the user via programed buttons. Up to three lines of information can be displayed in the main display window. (See Display Options)LED: The LED indicator is used to show various operational states such as active receive and active transmit.Channel Select: The Channel Select knob may be programmed via PC to select channels or zones. Turn the knob to select the desired channel or zone.Emergency Button: The orange programmable function is typically assigned to enter the Emergency Operation mode but can be programmed for other functions. (See Button Options)Microphone Jack: Connector for attaching the microphone.Programmable Buttons: Up to four touch-activated buttons can be programmed to the LCD display. (See Button Options)Menu Navigation: The menu navigation pad is used to navigate the menu system. Use the right/left buttons to highlight a menu selection. Press OK to select the currently highlighted menu item.Home: When navigating a menu pressing the Home button will exit the menu mode and return to normal radio operation.Index
- 10 -KNG Mobile OperationLCD Touch ScreenKNG mobile radios are equipped with a programmable touch sensitive display. The bottom line of the display is populated with programmable buttons. Button functions are assigned using the PC radio editor. Buttons are toggled off or on by pressing the displayed icon.The top line displays radio activity such as transmit and receive indications, scan operations, etc.The middle section shows programmed information for the selected channel. (See Channel Information Display Options)Channel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØMON SCAN ZONE MENUChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzProgrammable ButtonsStatus IndicatorsProgrammable Channel InformationIndex
- 11 -KNG Mobile OperationStatus Indicators Receiver Signal StrengthRXD, RXA Receive Digital, Receive Analog, Hold Time ActiveTXD, TXA Transmit Digital, Transmit AnalogHHigh Transmit PowerLLow Transmit PowerP1, P2 Priority 1 Channel, Priority 2 ChannelSelected channel is encrypted. Flashing when Tx is encrypted or when Rx incoming signal is encryptedScanned Channel(continued)Index
- 12 -KNG Mobile OperationStatus IndicatorsCChannel Scan OnZPZone Scan OnCPPriority Scan OnRepeater Talkaround EnabledMonitor ModeFlashing indicates Normal Mode in digital operationOpen AudioIndex
- 13 -KNG Mobile OperationChannel Information Display OptionsNOTE: Three channel information lines are programmable with PC Radio Editor.Channel Number Channel Number of Currently Selected Channel or Active Scanned ChannelChannel Label Alphanumeric Label of Currently Selected Channel or Active Scanned ChannelFrequency Operating Frequency of Currently Selected Channel or Active Scanned Channel Received Unit ID P25 ID or the corresponding label of the radio transmitting the message currently being receivedReceived Talk Group ID P25 Talk Group ID of the radio transmitting the message currently being receivedRx Picklist Selections Displays active Rx picklist NAC, TGID and/or ToneTx Picklist Selections Displays active Tx picklist NAC, TGID and/or ToneZone Number Number of Currently Selected ZoneZone Label Programmed Label of Currently Selected ZoneZone and Channel Currently Selected Zone and Channel NumbersIndex
- 14 -KNG Mobile OperationProgrammable Button OptionsNOTE: Active functions are indicated by highlighted text.SCAN = Active, SCAN = Inactive. CHAN Channel Select (Direct microphone keypad entry or navigation wheel selection)DEL Nuisance Channel DeleteLITE Keypad and Display BacklightMENU Open the programmed radio menuMON MonitorPRI Set Priority ChannelsPSCN Priority ScanPWR Transmit in Low Power ModeRKY Request OTAR Encryption Rekey RXCG User Selectable RX CTCSS/CDCSS Code Guard (Analog or Mixed Mode Operation)RXNAC User Selectable Receive NACSCAN Channel ScanSCN+ Add/Delete Scan ChannelsIndex
- 15 -KNG Mobile OperationProgrammable Button Options (cont)SEC Transmit Secure (Encrypted Models)SQ AD Squelch AdjustSURV Surveillance ModeT/A Repeater TalkaroundTXAD Transmit Digital (Mixed Mode Operation)TXCG User Selectable TX CTCSS/CDCSS Code Guard (Analog or Mixed Mode Operation)TXNAC User Selectable TX NAC (Digital or Mixed Mode Operation)UKEY User Selectable Encryption Key (Encrypted Models)UKST User Selectable Encryption Keyset (Encrypted OTAR Models)UNIT Unit-to-Unit Call (Digital Operation Only)TGID User Selectable Talk Group (Digital or Mixed Mode Operation)ZERO Zeroize Encryption Keys and Password (Encrypted Models)ZONE Channel Zone SelectZSC+ Add/Delete Zone Scan ZonesZSCN Zone ScanIndex
- 16 -KNG Mobile OperationMicrophone ControlsMany functions of the KNG Mobile can be controlled via the optional KAA0290 Smart Microphone. KAA0290 functions include three programmable function buttons, an alphanumeric keypad and a function select switch.OKABC DEFGHI JKL MNO PQRS TUV WXYZ*# 1 234 7 89560Function SelectAlphanumeric KeypadPush-To-TalkProgrammable Function ButtonsMicrophoneElementIndex
- 17 -KNG Mobile OperationPush-to-Talk: Press and hold the PTT (Push-To-Talk) switch on the microphone to transmit. Microphone Element: While transmitting, talk in a normal voice with the microphone approximately one to two inches from your mouth. Function Buttons: The three function buttons on the left side of the microphone can be programmed via PC to access specic radio functions. (See Programmable Button Options)Alphanumeric Keypad: Depending on radio programming, the keypad can perform a variety of functions. Keypad functions can include DTMF tone generation, direct channel selection, direct P25 ID entry for unit-to-unit calling and eld programming.Function Select: The menu navigation pad is used to navigate the menu system. Use the right/left buttons to highlight a menu selection. Press OK to select the currently highlighted menu item.Index
- 18 -KNG Mobile OperationFunction SelectionMost radio functions can be programmed as Touch Screen selections, microphone button selections or as part of a menu list. NOTE: Items can be directly accessed from the Touch Screen or by using the navigation wheels on the front panel or microphone.Touch Screen Selection To toggle assigned Touch Screen functions on and off, or access the associated menu, press the desired function on the LCD touch screen.Channel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØMON SCAN ZONE MENUChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzIndex
- 19 -KNG Mobile OperationNavigation Wheel Selection The navigation wheel on the radio front panel and microphone can also be used to toggle functions and access menu lists.Use the right and left arrows to highlight the desired function. Press the OK button to open the menu or toggle the highlighted item.The active button will be indicated by an outline.Channel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØMON SCAN ZONE MENUChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzOKIndex
- 20 -KNG Mobile OperationMenu Screen Selection By programming a button as “MENU” a list of additional functions are accessed by pressing the button or highlighting “MENU” with the Navigation Wheel and pressing OK.Channel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØMON SCAN ZONE MENUChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzOKUse the “PREV” and “NEXT” buttons to highlight the desired function.Channel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØESC PREV NEXT ENTER1: TX Secure2: Talkaround3: Priority Channels4: VersionsIndex
- 21 -KNG Mobile OperationUse “ENTER” to select the function.Channel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØESC PREV NEXT ENTER1: TX Secure2: Talkaround3: Priority Channels4: VersionsWhen selected, a menu for the function will show in the display.Use the “PREV” and “NEXT” buttons to highlight the desire setting and “ENTER” to select or set the function.Index
- 22 -KNG Mobile OperationExiting the MenuTo return to normal operation press the HOME button or press and hold “ESC”.Channel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØESC PREV NEXT ENTER1: TX Secure2: Talkaround3: Priority Channels4: VersionsOKIndex
- 23 -KNG Mobile OperationMenu OptionsThe following items may be programmed as menu items.Backlight Channel Scan Channel Scan ListChannel Select Cloning ContrastControl Lock Keypad Programming1MonitorPicklist-Key* Picklist Keyset** Picklist-Rx CxCSSPicklist-Rx NAC Picklist-Talkgroup ID Picklist-Tx CxCSSPicklist-Tx NAC Priority Channel Select Priority ScanRekey Request** Repeater Talkaround Squelch AdjustSurveillance Mode System Test Tactical OTAR***Tx Digital Tx Power Tx Secure*Unit Call Version Zeroize Keys*Zone Scan Zone Scan List Zone Select1 See Keypad Programming Items chart for details* Requires Encryption option. ** Requires Over-the-Air rekeying option. *** Requires Tactical OTAR option.Index
- 24 -KNG Mobile OperationKeypad Programming ItemsKeypad Allows programming of channels, zones and global settings.CxCSS Picklist Allows programming of the selectable Code Guard list.NAC Picklist Allows programming of the selectable Network Access Code list.TGID Picklist Allows programming of the selectable Talk Group ID list.Call List Allows programming of the P25 IDs and associated labels in the call list.Index
- 25 -KNG Mobile OperationBasic OperationReceiveTurn power on by pushing and releasing the Volume knob. The radio will 1. beep, indicating that it has passed its self test and is operational. Set volume by pressing and holding the [MON] button, to hear squelch noise 2. or by selecting “Monitor” from the menu list and selecting "Open" . Turn the Volume knob to set a comfortable volume level. Press the [MON] button again or select desired monitor mode from the “Monitor” menu to stop squelch noise.Select a channel zone (if applicable) by pressing the [ZONE] button or 3. selecting “Zone Select” from the menu and scrolling to the desired zone. Press the “OK” button to return to Channel Select mode. Select a channel by turning the Channel Selector knob. When the unstopped 4. channel selector is rotated past the highest channel, the radio will return to the lowest channel. When rotated past the lowest (1st) channel, the radio will go to the highest channel.Index
- 26 -KNG Mobile OperationTransmitPress the 1. PTT (Push-To-Talk) switch on the microphone. The TX annunciator appears on the display and the red Transmit indicator illuminates while the PTT is pressed. Talk in a normal voice with the microphone approximately one to two inches 2. from your mouth. Release the 3. PTT switch to stop transmitting.If the TX annunciator does not appear and a tone is heard, you are on a 4. receive-only channel or the channel is busy and Busy Channel Lockout is enabled. Turn the Channel Selector knob to an authorized transmit channel or wait until the channel is clear.If the length of your transmission exceeds the preset Time-Out Timer setting, 5. the transmitter automatically shuts off and a tone sounds. To continue the transmission, release the PTT switch, then press it again and continue talking.Index
- 27 -KNG Mobile OperationFunction DetailsMany operational features and functions can be programmed for user selection and control. Items can be programmed as touch-screen buttons or to the three buttons available on some microphone models.In addition to these quick set buttons, a menu of multiple functions can be accessed with a "MENU" button.This section covers the operation of user accessible functions.BacklightChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØMON LITE SCN+ MENUChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzRadio lighting can be turned off or on using the backlight function. When off the radios display, navigation button backlights and microphone lighting are all turned off.Backlight operation can be assigned as a touch screen or menu list item or on a microphone function button.Backlight settings are On or Off. Index
- 28 -KNG Mobile OperationBusy Channel OperationThe radio can be programmed for different behavior when a channel is busy.Busy ChannelLEDChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØMON SCAN SCN+ MENU Channel BusyOKIndicate - When a channel is busy the front panel LED will ash green.Lockout - When a channel is busy the LED ashes and Push-to-talk will be disabled. When PTT is pressed a Busy message will show in the display.Override - LED ashes and rst PTT displays the Busy message. Release and press the PTT again to override the lockout and allow transmitting.Index
- 29 -KNG Mobile OperationChannel ScanChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØMON SCAN SCN+ MENUChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzRCWhen on, Channel Scan monitors activity on the scan list channels in the currently operating Zone. Scan operates only while the radio is not transmitting.Channels designated as scan channels are identied by the  symbol at the top of the LCD display. If allowed, the scan list can be edited by the radio user. (See Channel Scan List).When Channel Scan is on, the C symbol will be shown at the top of the LCD display.When a signal is detected, scanning stops and the message is received. The received channel is shown in place of the selected channel. Once the signal ends, the radio continues to monitor the channel for the preset scan delay time before it resumes scanning. Channel Scan operation can be assigned as a touch screen or menu list item or on a microphone function button.Channel Scan is either On or Off.Channel Scan may be used in conjunction with Priority Scan operation.Index
- 30 -KNG Mobile OperationScanning Code Guarded ChannelsWhen a signal is detected, scanning stops while the radio checks for the proper Code Guard value. If the signal contains the proper Code Guard value, the radio receives the message. Otherwise, the radio resumes scanning immediately.Transmitting with Scan On The radio transmits on the channel selected by the Channel Selector knob unless Talkback Scan is enabled or “Transmit on Priority 1” is enabled (see Priority Scan).Talkback ScanChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØMON SCAN SCN+ MENUChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzRCIf your radio is programmed for Talkback Scan, press PTT while a channel is active or while scan delay time remains, you will be responding on the transmit frequency of the received channel. The 'RX' indicator will be shown in the display while scan delay time remains.Talkback Scan will not work if Priority Scan is on and your radio is also programmed to transmit on the Priority 1 channel.Index
- 31 -KNG Mobile OperationVote Scan (Requires Option KZA0581)Channels in a multicast conventional systems can be added to the scan list and designated as “voted” channels. When a signal is received on a voted channel the radio checks all voted channels and selects the channel with the best signal.If enabled, vote scanning takes place whenever the channel scan switch in on.NOTE: Channel voting occurs only with Channel Scan and is disabled when Zone Scanning. Channels programmed as Vote channels are treated as normal scan list channels during Zone Scan operation.See also Priority Scan and Zone Scan.Index
- 32 -KNG Mobile OperationChannel Scan ListMenu Item AssignmentChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØMON SCAN SCN+ MENUChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzTouch Screen or Button AssignmentChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØESC PREV NEXT +/-Channel Scan List 1: Channel Label #1 2: Channel Label #2 3: Channel Label #3The Channel Scan List allows the radio user to add or remove channels from the list of channels to be monitored when scanning. Channels designated as scan channels are identied by the  symbol at the top of the LCD display. The Scan List operation can be assigned as a touch screen or menu list item or on a microphone function button.When Channel Scan List is assigned to the touch screen or as a microphone function button, press the button to add or remove the selected channel from the scan list.When assigned as a menu item, open the menu as described in the Navigation section and select the channel you wish to add or remove from the scan list. Press "+/-" to add or remove. Channels in the scan list will be indicated with the  symbol.Index
- 33 -KNG Mobile OperationChannel SelectChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØESC PREV NEXT ENTERChannel Select 1: Channel One 2: Channel Two 3: Channel ThreeOKABC DEFGHI JKL MNO PQRS TUV WXYZ*# 1 234 7 89560In addition to the channel knob, Channel Selection can be accomplished via the touch screen, using the navigation buttons or entered from the KAA0290 microphone.If assigned as a Touch Screen or function button, press the button to open the Channel Select menu. When assigned as a menu item, open the menu as described in the Navigation section.Select the desired Channel and press "ENTER".If Microphone Channel Select is allowed, use the number keys to enter the channel number and press "OK".Index
- 34 -KNG Mobile OperationCloningChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØMON SCAN SCN+ MENUChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzThe KNG Mobile radio can be set up to send or receive programmed information from other BK Radio products via a cloning cable available from RELM Wireless.Refer to the cloning cable instruction manual for cloning information between radios. Index
- 35 -KNG Mobile OperationEmergency SignalingOKChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØMON SCAN SCN+ MENUEMERGENCYID 1235Sending an Emergency CallIf programmed, the Orange button on the front panel is used to send an emergency call on the programmed Emergency channel. The emergency channel must be programmed to transmit in digital mode.Press and hold the button to initiate an Emergency Call.Once the call is activated, the emergency message is transmitted automatically every ten seconds. Each push-to-talk will also transmit the emergency information along with voice trafc.Press and hold the button to cancel the Emergency Call.Receiving an Emergency CallWhen the radio receives an Emergency Call, an alert tone will be emitted. "EMERGENCY" and the incoming P25 ID number or label will be displayed during the reception.Index
- 36 -KNG Mobile OperationControl LockoutChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØESC PREV NEXT ENTERControl Lock Unlocked Lock Keypad Only Lock All ButtonsThe KNG mobile offers two lockout settings, "Lock Keypad Only" and "Lock All Buttons"."Lock Keypad Only" locks all touch screen and button operations except the three side buttons on the microphone."Lock All Buttons" locks all touch screen and button operations including the three side buttons on the microphone.The Orange button, Push-to-Talk and On/Off switch are unaffected by Control Lock selections.Control Lock can only be assigned as a menu item. To enable the lock function open the menu as described in the Navigation section and select Control Lock from the list.Select the desired lockout setting and press "ENTER"When attempting to access a locked function the radio will display a message with instructions to disable Control Lock. The navigation wheel on the radio front panel or microphone is used to unlock the controls. To disable Control Lock press the left arrow button twice, then the right arrow button twice.Index
- 37 -KNG Mobile OperationKeypad ProgrammingChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØESC PREV NEXT ENTERKeypad Programming Keypad Call list NAC Pick ListMuch of the information stored in the KNG mobile radio can be edited using the KAA0290 Microphone. Four separate programming functions can be enabled with the PC Radio Editor software.Keypad programming selections can only be assigned as a menu item.Open the menu as described in the Navigation section to select the information you want to edit.Available programming functions are:Keypad - Used to edit individual channel and zone information such as labels, frequencies, operating modes, etc. NOTE: Individual items may be blocked from keypad programming access.Call List - Used to edit the Unit-to-Unit P25 ID Call List entries.CxCSS Pick List - Used to edit the list of user selectable Code Guard entries.NAC Pick List - Used to edit the list of user selectable Network Access Codes.Talkgroup ID Pick List - Used to edit the list of user selectable P25 Talk GroupsRefer to the Keypad Programming section for detailed information on how to edit programmed radio information.Index
- 38 -KNG Mobile OperationMonitorMenu Item AssignmentChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØPRI SCAN MON MENUChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzTouch Screen or Button AssignmentChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØESC PREV NEXT ENTERMonitor Mode Selective Normal Monitor OpenThere are four settings available for monitoring trafc on a selected channel.Selective applies only to digital and mixed mode channels.If assigned as a Touch Screen or function button, press the button to cycle to the next mode. Press and hold for Open Squelch.When assigned as a menu item, open the menu as described in the Navigation section and select the Monitor mode you wish to use. Press "ENTER" to select.Monitor Modes and IndicatorsSelective - Required for Unit-to-Unit calls and Talkgroup use. Digital only. (No symbol)Normal - Requires NAC or Tone. Ignores Talkgroup and Unit-to-Unit information. Monitor - Monitors activity on selected frequency. Open - Open Squelch. Index
- 39 -KNG Mobile OperationNuisance Channel DeleteChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØPRI NUIS SCAN MENUChannel 2Orange Team171.045 MHzIf enabled, a Nuisance Channel can be temporarily removed from the Scan List.Nuisance Channel Delete can be assigned as a touch screen item or on a microphone function button.To temporarily remove a channel from the scan list, press the assigned button while the nuisance channel is being received.To revert to the programmed scan list, turn off Scan, cycle radio power or select another zone or channel.Index
- 40 -KNG Mobile OperationPriority Channel SelectDepending on programming, priority channels can be radio-wide (System) or zone specic (Zone). Radio-wide priority channels are monitored regardless of the current operating zone. (See Priority Scan for more details.)Channel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØESC PREV NEXT ENTER1: System P1 Channel2: System P2 Channel3: Zone P1 Channel4: Zone P2 ChannelChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØESC PREV NEXT ENTERSystem P1 Channel Off Use Main Select: Z:1 C:15System Priority Channel SelectionOpen the menu as described in the Navigation section and select the System Priority channel you wish to change.Press "ENTER" to open System Priority Channel menu.Options:Off - Disables the priority channel.Use Main - Uses the currently selected channel as the priority channel.Select - Assigns a specic channel as the priority channel.To assign a specic channel as a System Priority Channel, highlight "Select" and press the "ENTER" button.Index
- 41 -KNG Mobile OperationSystem Priority Channel Selection (continued)Channel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØESC PREV NEXT ENTERPriority 1 Zone 1: Blue Zone 2: Red Zone 3: Green ZoneChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØESC PREV NEXT ENTERPriority 1 Channel 1: Channel 1 2: Channel 2 3: Channel 3The Zone selection menu will be displayed.Highlight the zone of the desired priority channel and press the "ENTER" buttons.The Channel selection menu will then be displayed.Highlight the desired channel and press the "ENTER" button to set the priority channel.The display will return to the main Priority Channel Select menu.Index
- 42 -KNG Mobile OperationChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØESC PREV NEXT ENTER1: System P1 Channel2: System P2 Channel3: Zone P1 Channel4: Zone P2 ChannelChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØESC PREV NEXT ENTERZone P1 Channel Off Use Main Select: Chan:15Channel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØESC PREV NEXT ENTERPriority 1 Channel 1: Channel 1 2: Channel 2 3: Channel 3 Zone Priority Channel SelectionOpen the menu as described in the Navigation section and select the Zone Priority channel you wish to change.Press "ENTER" to open Priority Channel menu.Options:Off - Disables the priority channel.Use Main - Uses the currently selected channel as the priority channel.Select - Assigns a specic channel as the priority channel.To assign a specic channel as a Zone Priority Channel, highlight "Select" and press the "ENTER" button.The Channel selection menu will be displayed.Highlight the desired channel and press the "ENTER" button to set the priority channel.The display will return to the main Priority Channel Select menu.Index
- 43 -KNG Mobile OperationPriority ScanChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØMON SCAN PSCN MENUChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzRTwo channels can be designated as priority channels. When Priority Scan is on, these channels are monitored for incoming trafc. When a qualied signal is detected the speaker is opened to listen to the message.If a message is detected on the channel designated as Priority 2, the radio will continue to monitor Priority 1 channel for activity. If activity is detected the radio will switch to the Priority 1 channel.When used in conjunction with Channel Scan, the radio monitors the Priority channels and will switch from a scanned channel to the Priority channel if a qualied signal is detected.Depending on radio setup, priority channels can be tied to the currently operating zone or can be assigned to a specic channel regardless of the operating group.Channels designated as Priority channels are identied by the P1 or P2 symbol at the top of the LCD display. When Priority Scan is on, the CP symbol will be shown. Priority Scan operation can be assigned as a touch screen or menu list item or on a microphone function button.Priority Scan is either On or Off.If allowed, Priority Channels can be changed by the user. (See Priority Channel Select.)Index
- 44 -KNG Mobile OperationRekey Request Channel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØESC YESRekey Request Rekey Now?On radios equipped with optional digital encryption and over-the-air rekeying (OTAR), a radio user can manually request an encryption rekey from the Key Management Facility (KMF). For a radio to receive encryption keys or keysets over-the-air, the selected channel must be designated as an OTAR channel via PC programming. Refer to your PC programming documentation for more information.If assigned as a Touch Screen or function button, press the button to open the Rekey Request menu. When assigned as a menu item, open the menu as described in the Navigation section.Press the "YES" button to Request Keys, or press "ESC" to cancel the operation.If the "YES" button is pressed while on a channel that has not been marked as an OTAR channel, the radio will boop and "NON-OTAR" will appear on the display.If a successful rekey occurs, a tone will sound, and the display will momentarily show "REKEYED".Index
- 45 -KNG Mobile OperationRepeater TalkaroundChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØPRI T/A SCAN MENUChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzIn Repeater Talkaround (T/A) mode, the radio will transmit on the programmed receive frequency of the selected channel. When T/A is enabled the icon will be displayed on the top line of the LCD. NOTE: Channels programmed as receive only are not affected by the Talkaround selection.Talkaround selection can be assigned as a touch screen, menu list item or on a microphone function button.Repeater Talkaround is either On or Off.Index
- 46 -KNG Mobile OperationSquelch AdjustChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØPSCN SQ AD MON MENUChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzRXAChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØESC - + ENTERSquelch AdjustSquelch Adjust is used to change the signal strength required for the radio's speaker to unmute.Squelch can be assigned as a touch screen or menu list item or on a microphone function button.To adjust the squelch setting, press the assigned button or open the menu as described in the Navigation section. Select the desired threshold using the -/+ buttons.Press "ENTER" to set the level.Index
- 47 -KNG Mobile OperationSurveillance ModeChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØMON SURV SCAN MENUChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzWhen Surveillance Mode is on, all audible indicators (beeps etc.) and lighting functions (LEDs and Display) are disabled. The LCD Touchscreen is set to the dimmest setting. For best operation Surveillance Mode should be assigned as a touch screen button or on a microphone function button.To enable or disable surveillance mode, press the assigned button.Surveillance Mode is either On or Off.Index
- 48 -KNG Mobile OperationTactical OTARThe Tactical Over-the-Air Rekeying option allows a key source KNG radio to send individual encryption keys to OTAR equipped target radios without the need for a full Key Management Facility (KMF).For proper operation the Source and Target radios require specic control key loads and PC editor settings. Refer to the Tactical OTAR documentation for more information.Sending KeysChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØESC PREV NEXT ENTERSend Key 1: Key One 2: Key Two 3: Key ThreeTo send an encryption key via the tactical OTAR function turn the radio to a channel programmed for OTAR operation. Press the assigned button or open the Tactical OTAR menu as described in the Navigation section.Select the encryption key to send and press "ENTER".Depending on the programmed settings of the source radio, the key transfer will begin or the key slot menu will appear. Index
- 49 -KNG Mobile OperationSending Keys (continued)Channel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØPRI OTAR MON MENUKey TransferSuccessfulChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØESC PREV NEXT ENTERTarget Key Slot Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 3If the “Key Pick List Target” is programmed the pick list target screen is displayed.Select the desired target key slot. This is the key pick list slot where the target radio will store the transferred key.Press "ENTER" to begin the key transfer.If the key information was successfully transmitted the LCD will momentarily display “Key Transfer Successful”.NOTE: This is no indication verifying that the key was received by the Target radio.If the radio is not programmed for Tactical OTAR operation or is on a non-OTAR channel the display will read “Non-Tact. OTAR Channel”.Should the key transfer fail for any other reason a failure message with a two digit error code will be displayed. (See table)Index
- 50 -KNG Mobile OperationTactical OTAR Error Code TableCode Description01 General Failure02 DTEK Not Found or Not AES04 MTEK Not Found or Not AESF0 General Failure during Key WrapF1 Key Not Found for Key WrapF4 Key to Wrap Key is Not identied as a KEKReceiving KeysChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØMON SCAN PWR MENUKey 1ReceivedRTo receive an encryption key from a source radio, select the channel deignated as the OTAR channel and wait for the transmission from the Source radioIf the key is successfully received the Key Received message will appear on the LCD.Cycle radio power to clear the message.NOTE: There is no message for an unsuccessful attempt to receive a key.Index
- 51 -KNG Mobile OperationTransmit DigitalChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzZPPH✓P1TXDØMON TXAD SCAN MENUChannel 16Secure One155.645 MHzWhen Transmit Digital is on, channels programmed for mixed-mode transmit will transmit in digital mode. When off, mixed-mode channels transmit in analog mode.When transmitting in digital mode the display shows 'D' behind the TX indicator. In analog transmit, 'A" will follow the indicator.Transmit Digital selection can be assigned as a touch screen, menu list item or on a microphone function button.When assigned as a touch screen function, the "TXAD" button will be highlighted when in the Transmit Digital mode.Transmit Digital is either On or Off.Index

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