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Kenwood TK-5910 User Manual

Kenwood TK-5910
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VHF P25 TRANSCEIVER
TK-5710
TK-5710H
UHF P25 TRANSCEIVER
TK-5810
TK-5810H
700/800MHz P25 TRANSCEIVER
TK-5910
© B62-1938-10 (K, K2)
09 08 07 06 05 04 03 02 01

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Kenwood TK-5910 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKenwood
ModelTK-5910
CategoryTransceiver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Models Covered by This Manual

Terminal Descriptions

Accessory Connector (D-sub 25Pin)

Detailed pinout and specifications for the D-sub 25-pin accessory connector.

Accessory Connector (9Pin)

Detailed pinout and specifications for the 9-pin accessory connector.

Microphone Connector

Detailed pinout and specifications for the 12-pin microphone connector.

Antenna Connector

Information regarding the antenna connector impedance.

Safety and User Notices

Notices to the User

Information regarding legal restrictions, service, and user responsibilities for transceiver operation.

Safety Warnings

Critical warnings about explosive atmospheres, radio frequency exposure, and blasting caps.

Firmware Copyrights

Legal information concerning copyrights for the transceiver's embedded firmware.

FCC Compliance and Precautions

FCC Warning

Warning about potential harmful interference from RF energy and unauthorized modifications.

Information to the Digital Device User

Details on FCC compliance for Class B digital devices and measures to correct interference.

Precautions

Essential precautions to prevent fire, personal injury, and equipment damage.

Unpacking and Checking Equipment

Supplied Accessories

List of items included with the transceiver upon purchase.

Preparation

Tools Required

Specifies the necessary tools for installing the transceiver.

Power Cable Connection

Instructions for connecting the power cable to the vehicle's power system.

Installing the Transceiver

Mounting the Transceiver

Guidance on physically mounting the transceiver unit in the vehicle.

Connecting Cables

Instructions for connecting the antenna and power cables to the transceiver.

Microphone Hanger Installation

Steps for mounting the microphone hanger for convenient access.

KCH-14 Basic Control Panel Overview

Control Panel Layout

Overview of the physical layout and controls of the KCH-14 panel.

Power Switch Operation

How to turn the transceiver on and off using the power switch.

Zone and Channel Selection

Using GRP and CH controls for zone and channel navigation.

Programmable Function Keys

Explanation of the PF 1-5 keys and their functions.

KCH-14 Display Indicators

Display Indicator Meanings

Explains the various icons and symbols displayed on the KCH-14 screen.

KCH-15 Full-Featured Control Panel Overview

Control Panel Layout

Overview of the physical layout and controls of the KCH-15 panel.

Power Switch Operation

How to turn the transceiver on and off using the power switch.

Zone and Channel Selection

Using GRP and CH controls for zone and channel navigation.

Monitor and Scan Functions

Using the MON and SCN keys for monitoring and scanning operations.

Programmable Function Keys

Explanation of the PF 1-5 keys and their functions.

KCH-15 Display Indicators

Display Indicator Meanings

Explains the various icons and symbols displayed on the KCH-15 screen.

Rear Panel Connections

TK-5710/TK-5810/TK-5910 Rear Panel

Diagram and description of the rear panel for specific models.

TK-5710H/TK-5810H Rear Panel

Diagram and description of the rear panel for specific models.

Programmable Function Key Options

Basic Operations

Switching Power ON/OFF

Instructions for turning the transceiver on and off.

Transceiver Password

Procedure for entering and managing the transceiver password.

Adjusting the Volume

How to control the audio volume level using the VOL control.

Basic Transceiver Operations

Selecting a Zone and Channel

Guide to navigating and selecting desired zones and channels.

Transmitting

Steps and tips for making a transmission using the PTT switch.

Making Calls

Making Group Calls (P25)

Procedure for initiating group calls in P25 mode.

Making Individual Calls (P25)

Procedure for initiating individual calls in P25 mode.

Receiving Calls

Receiving Group Calls (P25)

How to receive and monitor group calls in P25 mode.

Receiving Individual Calls (P25)

How to receive and respond to individual calls in P25 mode.

Scan Features

Scan Operation

How to initiate and stop the scanning function.

Temporary Channel Lockout

Method to temporarily exclude channels from the scan sequence.

Advanced Scan Settings

Priority Scan

Explanation of how priority channels function within scan mode.

Scan Revert

Configuration options for the channel selected after scanning stops.

Scan Programming

Conventional Operation Scan List Reprogramming

Steps to modify the scan list for conventional channels.

Operator Selectable Priority Reprogramming

How to reprogram priority settings if enabled by the dealer.

Priority Mode Programming for Conventional Operation

Reprogramming Priority Mode

Guide to adjusting priority channel settings in single/multi-zone modes.

FleetSync Alphanumeric Paging

FleetSync Key Functions

Explanation of keys used for FleetSync paging modes.

FleetSync Mode Diagram

Visual representation of how to navigate FleetSync modes.

Selcall (Selective Calling)

Selcall Transmitting

Steps for initiating a selective call to a specific station or group.

Selcall Receiving

How to handle an incoming selective call.

Identification Codes

Information on fleet and ID numbers for Selcall communication.

Status Messages

Sending Status Messages

Procedure for transmitting status messages.

Receiving Status Messages

How incoming status messages are handled.

Reviewing Messages in Stack Memory

Accessing and managing stored messages.

Messaging and GPS Data

Short Messages

Instructions for sending and receiving short text messages.

Long Messages

Instructions for sending and receiving long text messages.

GPS Report

How to transmit location data using an installed GPS unit.

DTMF Calls and Features

Making a DTMF Call

Various methods for initiating DTMF calls.

Autodial

Using pre-programmed numbers for quick DTMF calls.

Stun Code

Functionality for disabling a lost or stolen transceiver remotely.

Trunking Call Operations

Making a Telephone Call

Procedures for initiating calls to telephone numbers.

Receiving a Telephone Call

How to handle incoming telephone calls.

Making a Status Call

Initiating status updates during trunking operations.

Emergency Calls

Initiating an Emergency Call

Steps to activate the emergency call function.

Exiting Emergency Mode

How to deactivate the emergency call mode.

Secure Transmission (Scrambler/Encryption)

Secure (Encrypted) Transmission

Enabling and using scrambler/encryption for secure communications.

Selecting the Scrambler Code (FM)

How to choose a scrambler code for FM operation.

Selecting the Encryption Key (P25)

How to choose an encryption key for P25 operation.

Encryption Key Management and Password Protection

Deleting the Encryption Key

Procedure for removing encryption keys from the transceiver.

Password Protection

Consequences of incorrect password attempts on encryption keys.

Signaling Features

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

Explanation of tone/code based squelch control.

Operator Selectable Tone (OST)

How to reprogram QT/DQT codes for channels.

Optional Signaling Methods

2-tone Signaling

How 2-tone signaling works to open squelch.

DTMF Signaling

How DTMF signaling works to open squelch.

FleetSync Signaling

Reference to FleetSync for signaling information.

MDC-1200 Signaling

Description of MDC-1200 data system.

Clock Functionality

Clock Adjustment

Step-by-step guide to setting the internal clock.

Advanced Operations Overview

Auxiliary Port Functions (A, B, C)

How to activate and use the Auxiliary A, B, and C ports.

Channel Navigation Functions

Using Channel Up, Down, Select, and Recall functions.

Direct Channel Access

How to jump to frequently used zones and channels.

Additional Advanced Operations

Display and Speaker Functions

Managing display output and switching between internal/external speakers.

Alert and Notification Functions

Using Horn Alert and Intercom features.

Configuration and Monitoring

Adjusting LCD brightness and using the Monitor function.

Further Advanced Operations

Tone and Signaling Control

Managing Operator Selectable Tone and Public Address.

Scan and Security Functions

Using Scan features and Scrambler/Encryption.

Selective Calling Functions

Details on Selcall and Selcall + Status operations.

Advanced System and Zone Management

Site and Squelch Control

Managing site lock and adjusting squelch levels.

System Search and Tactical Groups

Searching for sites and registering tactical group channels.

Zone Navigation

Using Zone Up, Down, and Select functions.

Background Operations

Time-Out Timer (TOT)

Functionality to limit continuous transmission duration.

Signal Strength Indicator

How the transceiver displays received signal strength.

Compander

How the compander feature improves audio clarity.

Operational Status and Identifiers

Busy Channel Lockout (BCL)

Preventing transmission on busy channels.

Out of Range and Site Trunking

Indications for being out of range or network issues.

PTT ID

Information about the Push-To-Talk ID feature.

Voice Guide and Recorder Unit

Voice Recorder Functions

Overview of the voice recorder's capabilities.

Auto Recording

How the auto recording feature captures signals.

Voice Memos

Recording and playing back voice memos.

Voice Messaging and Guide

Auto Reply Message

Setting up automatic responses to incoming calls.

Playback Recorded Content

Playing back recorded conversations, memos, or messages.

Voice Guide Functionality

How the voice guide announces settings and channel changes.

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