Kenwood USA 36423130 UHF / FM HANDHELD TRANSCEIVER User Manual TK 3160 2 Instruction Manual

Kenwood USA Corporation UHF / FM HANDHELD TRANSCEIVER TK 3160 2 Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1

KENWOOD CORPORATION FCC ID: ALH36423120FCC ID: ALH36423130IC: 282D-36423130INSTRUCTION MANUALTK-3160-2,-3THANK YOU!We are grateful you chose KENWOOD for your land mobile radio applications. We believe this easy-to-use transceiverwill 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 bepleased with the quality and features of this product.NOTICES TO THE USERWARNING:** GOVERNMENT LAW PROHIBITS THE OPERATION OF UNLICENSED RADIO TRANSMITTERS WITHIN THETERRITORIES UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL.** ILLEGAL OPERATION IS PUNISHABLE BY FINE OR IMPRISONMENT OR BOTH.** REFER SERVICE TO QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS ONLY.** DO NOT OPERATE YOUR TRANSCEIVER IN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES (GASES, DUST, FUMES, ETC.).** TURN OFF YOUR TRANSCEIVER WHILE TAKING ON FUEL, OR WHILE PARKED IN GASOLINE SERVICESTATIONS.SAFETY:It is important that the operator is aware of and understands hazards common to the operation of any transceiver.WARNING:EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES (GASES, DUST, FUMES, etc.)Turn off your transceiver while taking on fuel, or while parked in gasoline service stations.One or more of the following statements may be applicable:FCC WARNINGThis equipment generates or uses radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may causeharmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose theauthority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.INFORMATION TO THE DIGITAL DEVICE USER REQUIRED BY THE FCCThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 ofthe FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses and can generate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordancewith the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment doescause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.• Consult the dealer for technical assistance.
KENWOOD CORPORATION FCC ID: ALH36423120FCC ID: ALH36423130IC: 282D-36423130ATTENTION (U.S.A. Only):The RBRC Recycle seal found on KENWOOD nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery packsindicates KENWOOD’s voluntary participation in an industry program to collect andrecycle Ni-Cd batteries after their operating life has expired. The RBRC program is analternative to disposing Ni-Cd batteries with your regular refuse or in municipal wastestreams, which is illegal in some areas.For information on Ni-Cd battery recycling in your area, call (toll free) 1-800-8-BATTERY (1-800-822-8837). KENWOOD’s involvement in this program is part of ourcommitment to preserve our environment and conserve our natural resources.UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENTNote:The following unpacking instructions are for use by yourKENWOOD 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 beforediscarding the packing material. If any items are missing or have been damaged during shipment, file a claim with thecarrier immediately.** AccessoriesQuantityItem Part Number KInstruction Manual B62 -1716 - *0 1Belt Hook J29 -0701-05 1Screw N35-3004-45 1Cap B09 - 0676 - *3 1Hardware Fixture J21 - 8464 - 04 1
KENWOOD CORPORATION FCC ID: ALH36423120FCC ID: ALH36423130IC: 282D-36423130Installing/ Removing the Optional Battery Pack PREPARATIONThe battery pack is not charged at the factory; charge it before use.CAUTION:** DO NOT RECHARGE THE BATTERY PACK IF IT IS ALREADY FULLY CHARGED. DOING SO MAY CAUSETHE 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 CHARGERPOWER IS RESET (TURNED ON AFTER BEING TURNED OFF), RECHARGING WILL START AGAIN AND THEBATTERY PACK WILL BECOME OVERCHARGED.** DO NOT SHORT THE BATTERY TERMINALS OR DISPOSE OF THE BATTERY BY FIRE.** NEVER ATTEMPT TO REMOVE THE CASING FROM THE BATTERY PACK.1 Match the guides of the battery pack with the corresponding grooves on the upper rear of the transceiver, then firmlypress the battery pack t2 Flip 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, press the release latch,then pull the battery pack away from thetransceiver.
KENWOOD CORPORATION FCC ID: ALH36423120FCC ID: ALH36423130IC: 282D-36423130Installing the AntennaScrew the antenna into the connector on the top of the transceiver by holding the antenna at its base andturning it clockwise until secure.Installing the Belt Clip1 Remove the two screws from the rear of the transceiver, then remove the small, plastic black covering that was held in place.2 Insert the belt clip mount into the space on the rear of the transceiver.3 Using the 2 screws, affix the belt clip in place.Note: Do not dispose of the plastic black covering.If you remove the belt clip, replace the covering into the space on the rear of the transceiver.Either this covering or the belt clip must be in place, otherwise the battery pack may not remain installed properly.
KENWOOD CORPORATION FCC ID: ALH36423120FCC ID: ALH36423130IC: 282D-36423130Installing the Cap over the Speaker/Microphone JacksIf you are not using an optional speaker/ microphone, install the cap over the SP/MIC jacks using the supplied screw.Note:To keep the transceiver water resistant, you must cover the SP/MIC jacks with the cap or the cap or thespeaker/microphone connector.Installing the Optional Speaker/ Microphone1 Insert the guide of the speaker/ microphone plugs into the SP/MIC jacks.2 Install the speaker/microphone locking Hardware Fixture over the plugs using the supplied screw.
KENWOOD CORPORATION FCC ID: ALH36423120FCC ID: ALH36423130IC: 282D-36423130GETTING ACQUAINTEDKnobNO. Name Lock/Non Lock Description1Power switch/Volume controlLock/Non LockPower SW (CCW:Power OFF) Audio Volume adjuster2Selector switch Lock Channel SelectorSwitch Fig. 1 Left Side Fig.2 Front <Left side>NO. Name Lock/Non Lock Description1 PTT Non Lock TX ON/OFF2 Side 1 Non Lock Programmable default:No Function3 Side 2 Non Lock Programmable default:Monitor Momentary4 AUX(Orange) Non Lock Programmable default:No FunctionLEDNO. Name Description1 LEDThe LED is three colors.Lights green while receiving at user mode.Light red whiletransmitting,flashes red when the battery power is low whiletransmitting.Lights orange when individual called.
KENWOOD CORPORATION FCC ID: ALH36423120FCC ID: ALH36423130IC: 282D-36423130TERMINALSP/MIC jacks SP/MIC covering for blindfold mode of resin is possible.NO. Name Description I/O1PTT/RXD PTT input / Serial data input I2MIC MIC input I3MIC IN To internal MIC -4OPTDET Option Detect I55MS 5V output O6AE Audio Earth -7TXD Serial data output O8NC No Connect -9SPI To internal SP -10 SPO AF power output OBattery TerminalIt’s type of spring plate. The minus terminal connect to chassis groundIt’s mounted rear side of radio and mounting instruction is slide method.OTHERRearA rail and a hook for battery installation.Space which affixes name plate.Model name plateScrew hole for belt hook installation.BottomBattery release lever
KENWOOD CORPORATION FCC ID: ALH36423120FCC ID: ALH36423130IC: 282D-36423130AppearanceAppearance with KNB-24L
KENWOOD CORPORATION FCC ID: ALH36423120FCC ID: ALH36423130IC: 282D-36423130OPERATING BASICSATING BASICS** Switching Power ON/OFFTurn the Power switch/ Volume control clockwise to switch the transceiver ON.Turn the Power switch/ Volume control counterclockwise to switch the transceiver OFF.** Adjusting the VolumeRotate the Power switch/ Volume control to adjust the volume.** Selecting a ChannelRotate the Channel selector to select a channel.Clockwise increases the channel number and counterclockwise decreases it.** Making a Call1 Select the desired channel.2 Press and hold the Monitor key (Programmed function `Monitor`) to determine whether or not the current channel isbeing used.• If the channel is busy, wait until it becomes free.3 Press and hold the PTT switch, then speak into the microphone in your normal voice.• For best results, hold the microphone approximately 3 to 4 cm (1 1/2 inches) from your lips.4 Release the PTT switch to receive.AUXILIARY FEATURES** Time-out Timer (TOT)The TOT is used to automatically inhibit transmission after a specified time elapse. If the PTT switch is held down forlonger than specified time, the transceiver will stop transmitting and a tone will sound. Release the PTT switch, thenpress it again to continue transmitting.

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