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Kenwood TK-3180 User Manual

Kenwood TK-3180
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B62-2508-10 (E)
TK-2180/ TK-3180
VHF FM TRANSCEIVER/
UHF FM TRANSCEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR FM VHF/
ÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR FM UHF
MODE D’EMPLOI
TRANSCEPTOR DE FM VHF/
TRANSCEPTOR DE FM UHF
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
RICETRASMETTITORE FM VHF/
RICETRASMETTITORE FM UHF
MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI
VHF-FM-TRANSCEIVER/
UHF-FM-TRANSCEIVER
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
VHF FM ZENDONTVANGER/
UHF FM ZENDONTVANGER
GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING

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Kenwood TK-3180 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency Range400-470 MHz
Channel Capacity128
Power Output5W
Channel Spacing12.5/25 kHz
IP RatingIP54
TypePortable
Weight280 g
BatteryLi-ion
Operating Temperature-30°C to +60°C
Operating Voltage7.5 V

Summary

VHF FM Transceiver/ UHF FM Transceiver

Models Covered by this Manual

TK-2180 VHF FM Transceiver

Details the TK-2180 model as a VHF FM Transceiver.

TK-3180 UHF FM Transceiver

Details the TK-3180 model as a UHF FM Transceiver.

User Notices and Safety Information

Operational Warnings and Safety

Safety and legal notices regarding transceiver operation, including penalties for illegal use.

Precautions

General Handling and Operation Precautions

Safety guidelines for operating the transceiver, including charging, usage, and physical handling.

Hazardous Location Power-Off

Warning: Turn Power Off

Situations requiring the transceiver to be turned off due to potential hazards like explosive atmospheres or proximity to fuel.

Unpacking and Checking Equipment

Supplied Accessories

Lists the items included in the transceiver package, such as belt clips and screws.

Preparation

Battery Pack Precautions

Important safety guidelines and warnings related to the charging and handling of battery packs.

Li-ion Battery Pack Safety

Battery Handling Dangers

Critical warnings about disassembling, short-circuiting, incinerating, or immersing Li-ion battery packs.

Installing/ Removing the Battery Pack

Battery Pack Installation

Step-by-step instructions for attaching and securing the battery pack to the transceiver.

Getting Acquainted

Transceiver Controls Identification

Identifies key controls like antenna connector, selector, power switch, PTT, side keys, and DTMF keypad.

Display Indicators

Zone and Channel Display

Describes how zone and channel numbers are displayed, including custom names and operator tones.

Programmable Functions

Key and Selector Programmable Functions

Lists various functions that can be assigned to keys and the selector for customizable operation.

Basic Operations

Powering the Transceiver On and Off

Instructions for switching the transceiver's power supply on and off using the power control.

Transmitting

Initiating a Transmission

Steps for pressing the PTT switch and speaking into the microphone to transmit.

Receiving

Automatic Signal Reception

How the transceiver automatically searches for and receives signals in different zone types.

Conventional Scan

Activating Conventional Scan

How to start scanning conventional zones or channels using the programmed Scan key.

Quiet Talk (QT)/ Digital Quiet Talk (DQT)

QT/DQT Signaling Explained

How QT/DQT signaling filters calls based on sub-audible tones or codes for private communication.

Making a Selcall (Selective Call)

Initiating a Selcall

Steps to select a station ID and initiate a voice call to a specific transceiver.

FleetSync Paging

FleetSync Selcall Transmitting

Steps for initiating a voice call to a station or group using FleetSync Selcall.

Identification Codes

Fleet and ID Number Structure

Explanation of the 3-digit Fleet number and 4-digit ID number combination for calls.

DTMF (Dual Tone Multi Frequency) Calls

Manual DTMF Dialing

Methods for dialing DTMF numbers using the front panel keypad and PTT switch.

DTMF Signaling

DTMF Signaling Operation

How DTMF signaling filters calls based on programmed codes for secure communication.

Voice Operated Transmission (VOX)

VOX Operation Setup

Steps to set the VOX Gain level for hands-free transmission using a headset.

Emergency Calls

Making Emergency Calls

How to initiate an emergency call by pressing and holding the Emergency key.

Advanced Operations

Selecting Transmit Power Levels

How to switch between high and low transmit power for channels programmed for high power.

Monitor/ Squelch Off

Monitor/Squelch Off Functionality

How to use the Monitor/Squelch Off key to listen to weak signals or background noise.

Key Lock

Locking and Unlocking Transceiver Keys

How to lock the transceiver keys to prevent accidental operation and how to unlock them.

Scrambler

Scrambler Functionality

How the scrambler distorts voice for limited privacy and requires matching settings on other transceivers.

Background Operations

Time-Out Timer (TOT)

Explains the TOT function to prevent prolonged channel usage and its programmable time limits.

VGS-1 Optional Voice Guide & Storage Unit

Voice Recorder Functionality

How the voice recorder allows recording conversations and creating voice memos.

Auto Reply Message

Setting Up Auto Reply

How to set the transceiver to automatically respond to individual calls using FleetSync.

Playback

Playback of Recorded Content

How to play back recorded conversations, memos, or messages, including navigation controls.

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