The models listed below are covered by this manual: NXDN/ Analog Transceiver NX-1700HNV VHF TRANSCEIVER K type NX-1700HN VHF TRANSCEIVER K type NX-1700N VHF TRANSCEIVER E type NX-1700N-C VHF TRANSCEIVER C type NX-1800HNU UHF TRANSCEIVER K type NX-1800HN UHF TRANSCEIVER K type NX-1800N UHF TRANSCEIVER...
PREPARATION WARNING Various electronic equipment in your vehicle may malfunction if they are not properly protected from the radio frequency energy which is present while transmitting. Typical examples include electronic fuel injection, anti-skid braking, and cruise control. If your vehicle contains such equipment, consult the dealer for the make of vehicle and enlist his/her aid in determining if they will perform normally while transmitting.
INSTALLING THE TRANSCEIVER WARNING For passenger safety, install the transceiver securely using the supplied or optional mounting bracket and screw set so the transceiver will not break loose in the event of a collision. Note: ◆ Before installing the transceiver, check how far the mounting screws will extend below the surface.
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CAUTION When replacing the fuse in the DC power cable, be sure to replace it with a fuse of the same value. Never replace a fuse with one that is rated with a higher value. Spring Flat Microphone washer washer 5 x 16 mm Self-tapping screw M4 x 8 mm...
OPTIONS The following options are available for use with this transceiver. Model Name Product Name KAS-20 AVL/DISPATCH Software KCT-18 Ignition Sense Cable KCT-23M DC Cable (3 m) KCT-36 Extension Cable KCT-60 Connection Cable KPG-46U Programming Interface Cable (USB) KPG-46X Programming Interface Cable (USB) KDI-03 DIN size Mounting Bracket (UK Options) KES-5/ 5A...
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Model Name Product Name Software Options KWD-1200CA NXDN CONVENTIONAL (for A) KWD-1201CD NXDN CONVENTIONAL (for D) KWD-1202TD NXDN TYPE-D TRUNKING KWD-1300CA DMR CONVENTIONAL (for A) KWD-1301CN DMR CONVENTIONAL (for N) KWD-1500EE ENHANCED ENCRYPTION (ARC4) KWD-1501RC REMOTE CONTROL Note: ◆ Optional accessories for use with this transceiver may change, post- production.
ORIENTATION FRONT VIEW ] (Power) switch Press to switch the transceiver power ON or OFF. [ + ]/ [ - ] buttons Press to activate their programmable functions. Default Press Press and hold Volume Up Volume Up (Continuous) Volume Down Volume Down (Continuous) Display Refer to page 13.
Default Press Press and hold C> Zone Up Zone Up (Continuous) Speaker Internal speaker. REAR VIEW For K type/ C type For E type Antenna connector Connect the antenna to this connector. ACC connector Connect the ACC to this connector, via the KCT-60. External speaker jack Connect an external speaker to this jack.
Display Icon Description Displays the signal strength. : Strong signal : Moderate signal : Weak signal : Very weak signal : No Carrier The channel is using low transmit power. The GPS position is determined. Blinks when the GPS is unable to determine the position.
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Icon Description The Internal Speaker function is activated. The current zone is added to the Multi-Zone scanning sequence. The External Speaker function is activated. The AUX function is activated. The current channel is added to the scanning sequence. The Operator Selectable Tone function is activated.
BASIC OPERATIONS SWITCHING POWER ON/ OFF ] to switch the transceiver power ON. Press and hold [ • A beep sounds and the display illuminates. • If the Power-on tone select is set to OFF, the beep will not sound. •...
TRANSMITTING Select the desired zone and channel. Press the button programmed as [Monitor] or [Squelch Off] to check whether or not the channel is free. • If the channel is busy, wait until it becomes free. Press the PTT switch and speak to the microphone. Release the PTT switch to receive.
Making Individual Calls (NXDN/ DMR) You can select a Unit ID/ name from the list to make a call to those parties on a channel. Press the button programmed as [Individual], [Individual + Short Message] or [Individual + Status] to enter Individual Call Mode. Alternatively, press the button programmed as [Menu] to enter Individual •...
RECEIVING Select the desired zone and channel. (If the Scan function has been programmed, you can switch it On or Off as desired.) When you hear the caller’s voice, readjust the volume as necessary. • If signaling has been programmed on the selected channel, you will hear a call only if the signaling matches the signaling set up on your transceiver.
ACCESSIBLE FUNCTIONS FUNCTION MODE Your transceiver operations vary according to the functions that your dealer has programmed to the transceiver buttons. Refer to “FUNCTIONS LIST” {page for the available programmable functions. MENU MODE Many functions on this transceiver are selected or configured through the Menu instead of physical controls.
Menu Access Press the button programmed as [Menu]. • The category list is shown. • When there is only one category, the function list is shown (proceed to step 4). Press [ <B ] and [ C> ] buttons to select a category item. Press the [ S ] button to view the function list for the selected category.
FUNCTIONS LIST PF Button : Functions that can be programmed to the transceiver buttons Menu : Functions that can be accessed using the transceiver Menu Analog : Channels set up for Analog NXDN : Channels set up for NXDN DMR : Channels set up for DMR ✔: Available N/A: Not Available Function...
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Function Menu Display Menu Analog NXDN Button Digit 1x Down * – ✔ ✔ Digit 1x Up * – ✔ ✔ Digit 10x Down * – ✔ ✔ Digit 10x Up * – ✔ ✔ Direct Channel 1 – ✔ ✔...
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Function Menu Display Menu Analog NXDN Button Lone Worker LONE-WK ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Low Transmit LOW POWER ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Power Maintenance MAINT ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Manual Site Hunt M SITE HNT ✔ ✔ ✔...
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Function Menu Display Menu Analog NXDN Button Scan Delete/ Add SCAN D/A ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Scrambler/ SCRENC ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Encryption Scrambler/ SCRENC C ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Encryption Code Send the GPS SEND GPS ✔...
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Function Menu Display Menu Analog NXDN Button Zone Down – ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ (Continuous) Zone Up – ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Zone Up – ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ (Continuous) : [2-tone] can be programmed only K/ C type model. : Can be programmed only E type model.
FUNCTIONS OVERVIEW Following is a brief overview of the functions available on the transceiver accessible using the Menu and/ or programmable to the transceiver buttons. • For details on functions that are not included in “FUNCTIONS OVERVIEW” and “FUNCTION DESCRIPTIONS” {page 70}, please consult your dealer.
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[Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] This is the function that can control the transceiver by the port input (High/ Low) from the connected external device. PF Button: Press the programmed button to change the AUX On or Off. Menu Mode: Select “AUX” and press the [ S ] button to change the AUX On or Off. •...
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Broadcast [DMR] Allows you to make a Broadcast Group Call. Broadcast Group Call can be used to engage in one-way informative group voice calls by initiating a call to a group. PF Button: Press the programmed button, to switch to Broadcast Call. Menu Mode: Select “BROADCAST”...
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Call 1 ~ 6 [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to send assigned signaling from Call 1 to Call 6. PF Button: Press the programmed button to send a message or initiate a call. Calling Alert [Analog] Allows you to send a calling alert to the other party. Calling alert tones help identify yourself to party members and inform them that you are calling.
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Channel Entry [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] In Channel Entry Mode, channel can be selected by the same operation as List selection. PF Button: Press the programmed button to enter Channel Entry Mode. Press the [ <B ] and [ C> ] buttons to select your desired channel. Press the [ S ] button to confirm the entry.
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To enter 3-digit channel number (example: Channel 123): Press the programmed button to enter Channel Entry Mode. Press the [ <B ] and [ C> ] buttons to select “1” Press the [ S ] button. Press the [ <B ] and [ C> ] buttons to select “2”. Press the [ S ] button.
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Clear [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to cancel the data (Status Message, Short Message, Remote Control Message, Call Alert, etc.) transmission, reject an incoming call, or disconnect the call. PF Button: Press the programmed button to end a call or cancel a status message transmission.
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Direct Channel 1 ~ 5 [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to go directly to Direct Channel 1 ~ 5. PF Button: Press the programmed button to jump to a frequently used zone and channel. Press this button again to return to the formerly selected channel. •...
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Display Format [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to switch the display between the zone-channel number and the channel name. Zone-channel number Channel name PF Button: Press the programmed button to switch the display between the zone-channel number and the channel name. Menu Mode: Select “DISP FMT”...
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Emergency [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] This is for entering Emergency Mode if the transceiver is in standby mode. If the transceiver is in Emergency mode, it exits the emergency mode. In Emergency Mode, the transceiver repeats transmission and reception at regular intervals. PF Button: Press and hold the programmed button for the time set in hold delay to enter Emergency Mode.
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External Speaker [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] If external speaker connected to the transceiver, select the output of the speaker to the external speaker or internal speaker. PF Button: Press the programmed button to switch the external speaker or internal speaker. Menu Mode: Select “SPEAKER”...
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Fixed Volume [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to change the volume level of the tone. PF Button: Press the programmed button to change Low, High, or Off. Menu Mode: ” and press the [ S ] button. Select “ FIXED VOL Press the [ <B ] and [ C>...
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GPS Position Display [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] This is the function to show the location information of the own transceiver on the transceiver display. PF Button: Press the programmed button to the displayed in the order of latitude (5 sec) , longitude (5 sec) , altitude (5 sec) , latitude (5 sec) ...
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Group [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Activates Group Call Mode. PF Button: Press the programmed button to enter Group Call Mode (NXDN/ DMR) or Selcall Mode (FleetSync/ MDC-1200/ 5-tone). Menu Mode: Select “GRP MODE” and press the [ S ] button to enter Group Call Mode (NXDN/ DMR) or Selcall Mode (FleetSync/ MDC-1200/ 5-tone).
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Group + Short Message [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to specify a Group ID to send short messages. PF Button: Press the programmed button to enter Group Call Mode (NXDN/ DMR) or Selcall Mode (FleetSync/ MDC-1200/ 5-tone). Menu Mode: Select “GRP SDM” and press the [ S ] button to enter Group Call Mode (NXDN/ DMR) or Selcall Mode (FleetSync/ MDC-1200/ 5-tone).
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High Transmit Power [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Turns High Transmit Power On or Off. When using a channel programmed with low or medium power, this allows you to change the output power to high. PF Button: Press the programmed button to change the output power to high or the original setting.
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Home Channel Select [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to set the currently selected channel to Home Channel. Select the channel to be set as Home Channel. PF Button: Press and hold the programmed button to set the currently selected channel as the Home Channel.
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Individual [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Activates Individual Call Mode. PF Button: Press the programmed button to enter Individual Call Mode (NXDN/ DMR) or Selcall Mode (FleetSync/ MDC-1200/ 5-tone). Menu Mode: Select “IND MODE” and press the [ S ] button to enter Individual Call Mode (NXDN/ DMR) or Selcall Mode (FleetSync/ MDC-1200/ 5-tone).
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Individual + Short Message [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to specify a Unit ID to send short messages. PF Button: Press the programmed button to enter Individual Call Mode (NXDN/ DMR) or Selcall Mode (FleetSync/ MDC-1200/ 5-tone). Menu Mode: Select “IND SDM” and press the [ S ] button to enter Individual Call Mode (NXDN/ DMR) or Selcall Mode (FleetSync/ MDC-1200/ 5-tone).
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LCD Brightness [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] This is the function to adjust the brightness of the LCD backlight. PF Button: Press the programmed button to change the LCD brightness high, low, or off. High Menu Mode: Select “LCD BRIGHT” and press the [ S ] button to change the LCD Brightness high, low or off.
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Lone Worker [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Using Lone Worker function, the transceiver can automatically enter Emergency Mode and notify the base station of the emergency status when the transceiver becomes disabled from operating due to an accident. PF Button: Press the programmed button to change the Lone Worker On or Off. Menu Mode: Select “LONE-WK”...
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Low Transmit Power [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Turns Low Transmit Power On or Off. When using a channel programmed with medium or high power, this allows you to change the output power to low. PF Button: Press the programmed button to change the output power to Low or the original setting.
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Maintenance [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to display the signal strength and Bit Error Rate (BER) on the LCD when constructing the system or during maintenance. PF Button: Press the programmed button to enter Maintenance Display Mode. Menu Mode: Select “MAINT” and press the [ S ] button to enter Maintenance Display Mode. Press the [ <B ] and [ C>...
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Manual Site Hunt [DMR] Allows you can manually move the Revert Channel to another Channel without waiting for Site Roaming to resume. PF Button: On the Channel of DMR Site Roaming, press the programmed button, the Manual Site Hunt function operates. Menu Mode: Select “M SITE HNT”...
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Microphone Sense [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to change the internal microphone sensitivity. Menu Mode: Select “MIC SENSE” and press the [ S ] button. Press the [ <B ] and [ C> ] buttons to select the microphone sensitivity. •...
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Monitor [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to turn the transceiver signaling off, to listen to all calls that are received on the channel. PF Button: Press the programmed button to change the Monitor On or Off. Menu Mode: Select “MONITOR” and press the [ S ] button to change the Monitor On or Off. •...
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OST List [Analog] Allows you to enter OST List mode. PF Button: Press and hold the programmed button to enter OST List Mode. Menu Mode: Select “OST LIST” and press the [ S ] button to enter OST List Mode. •...
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Priority-channel Select [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] A Priority channel must be programmed in order for Priority Scan to function. When using a single Priority channel, the transceiver will automatically change to the Priority channel when a call is received on it, even if a call is being received on a normal channel.
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Public Address [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] This function for enables the transceiver to be used in place of a megaphone. Pressing and holding the PTT switch while Public Address is enabled causes the audio spoken into the microphone to be emitted from the external speaker for Public Address that is connected to the rear panel of the transceiver.
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Radio Check (MDC-1200) [Analog] This function is for MDC-1200 Radio Check. Radio Check is a function for checking whether a transceiver is available for calling, such as whether the transceiver is on or whether it is within the communication range. Menu Mode: Select “RD CHECK”...
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Radio Uninhibit (MDC-1200) [Analog] This is for MDC-1200 Radio Uninhibit. Radio Uninhibit is a function for reviving a transceiver which has been stunned. Menu Mode: ” and press the [ S ] button to enter Radio Uninhibit Mode. Select “ UNINHIBIT Press the [ <B ] and [ C>...
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Remote Control [NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to remotely control a specified transceiver from the transceiver. In the NXDN and DMR systems, it allows you to operate the transceiver directly, send a remote control message and control the target transceiver. Note: ◆...
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Menu Mode: Select “RMT CTRL” and press the [ S ] button to enter Remote Control Mode. Press the [ <B ] and [ C> ] buttons to select Unit ID List. Press the [ S ] button to enter Remote Control Message Selection. Press the [ <B ] and [ C>...
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RX Auto Gain Control [NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to set the transceiver to automatically adjust the volume of the receiving sound to a specific level for easy listening. Menu Mode: Select “RX AGC” and press the [ S ] button. Press the [ <B ] and [ C>...
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Scan Delete/ Add [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to include or omit each channel in the scan sequence. Select your desired channel. PF Button: Press the programmed button to change the Scan Delete/ Add status of the channel. Menu Mode: Select “SCAN D/A”...
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Scrambler/ Encryption Code [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to change the Scrambler Code/ Encryption Key used in the transmission. PF Button: Press and hold the programmed button to enter Scrambler/ Encryption Code Mode. Menu Mode: Select “SCRENC C” and press the [ S ] button to enter Scrambler/ Encryption Code Mode.
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Send the GPS Data [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to send your positioning data to the base station when the GPS unit has been installed. • When the power is turned ON and/ or the reception condition of the GPS satellite is poor, positioning may take longer to complete.
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Speaker Type [NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to set the type of external or internal speaker connected to the transceiver to corrected for optimal sound quality. Menu Mode: Select “SPK TYPE” and press the [ S ] button. Press the [ <B ] and [ C> ] buttons to select the speaker type. Type Model Disables the capability to adjust audio characteristics.
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Squelch Level [Analog] Allows you to adjust the transceiver squelch level. PF Button: Press the programmed button to enter Squelch Level Adjustment Mode. Menu Mode: ” and press the [ S ] button enter Squelch Level Adjustment Select “ SQL LEVEL Mode.
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Stack [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to check the records of received calls and messages received. • The “ ” indicator lights up when all stacked data is already read. • When there is unread data, The “ ” indicator blinks. PF Button: Press the programmed button to enter Stack Mode.
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Press the [ <B ] and [ C> ] buttons to select the List. Each time press the [ S ] button to change display type (Message → Caller • ID → Channel No.→ Message→ ). Press the [ A ] button, delete confirmation is displayed, press the [ S ] •...
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Surveillance [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to disable the alert tone, backlight and LED functions. The Surveillance function is used when the change of the transceiver status needs to be kept unnoticed, such as while on a Public Safety operation. PF Button: Press the programmed button to activate/ deactivate the Surveillance Mode.
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TX Audio Equalizer [NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to set the transmission audio characteristic (Flat, High boost, or Low boost). Menu Mode: Select “TX EQ” and press the [ S ] button. Press the [ <B ] and [ C> ] buttons to select the audio characteristic. Type Description FLAT...
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Zone Delete/ Add [Analog/ NXDN/ DMR] Allows you to include or omit each Zone in the Multi-Zone scan sequence. Select your desired zone. PF Button: Press the programmed button to switch the Zone Delete/ Add status of the channel. Menu Mode: Select “ZONE D/A”...
FUNCTION DESCRIPTIONS For details on functions that are not included in “FUNCTIONS OVERVIEW” {page 26} and “FUNCTION DESCRIPTIONS”, please consult your dealer. TRANSCEIVER PASSWORD If the transceiver is password protected, “PASSWORD” will appear on the display when the power is turned on. To unlock the transceiver, enter the correct password.
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SCAN Scan is useful for monitoring signals on the transceiver channels. While scanning, the transceiver checks for a signal on each channel and only stops on a channel if a signal is present. To begin scanning, press the button programmed as [Scan]. •...
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PRIORITY SCAN A Priority channel must be programmed in order for Priority Scan to function. When using a single Priority channel, the transceiver will automatically change to the Priority channel when a call is received on it, even if a call is being received on a normal channel.
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DTMF (DUAL TONE MULTI FREQUENCY) CALLS Note: ◆ DTMF calls can be made only in Analog Conventional Operations. ◆ Manual Dialing and Keypad Auto PTT are available only on Mobile transceivers with microphone with keypad. MAKING A DTMF CALL Manual Dialing Press and hold the PTT switch.
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EMERGENCY CALLS If your transceiver has been programmed with the Emergency function, you can make emergency calls. Press and hold the button programmed as [Emergency]. • Depending on the delay time programmed into your transceiver, the length of time you must hold the Emergency button will vary. •...
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SCRAMBLER (ANALOG)/ ENCRYPTION (NXDN/ DMR) Note: ◆ The following types of encryption are available depending on the protocol used. NXDN : Bit scrambling (built-in encryption function) DMR : Bit scrambling (built-in encryption function) and Enhanced Encryption ◆ The Enhanced Encryption is a software option. Ask your dealer for details concerning the Enhanced Encryption settings.
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SELECTING THE ENCRYPTION KEY Press the button programmed as [Scrambler/ Encryption Code] to enter Scrambler/ Encryption Code Mode. Alternatively, press the button programmed as [Menu] to enter Scrambler/ • Encryption Code Mode using the Menu Mode. Select the new Encryption key using the [ <B ] and [ C> ] buttons. •...
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SIGNALING QUIET TALK (QT)/ DIGITAL QUIET TALK (DQT) [ANALOG] Your dealer may have programmed QT or DQT signaling on your transceiver channels. A QT tone/ DQT code is a sub-audible tone/ code which allows you to ignore (not hear) calls from other parties who are using the same channel. When a channel is set up with a QT tone or DQT code, squelch will only open when a call containing a matching tone or code is received.
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OPTIONAL SIGNALING Your dealer may also program several types of optional signaling for your transceiver channels. 2-tone Signaling [Analog] (For K/ C type only) 2-tone Signaling opens the squelch only when your transceiver receives a call containing a matching 2-tone signal. Press the button programmed as [2-tone].
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FleetSync: ALPHANUMERIC 2-WAY PAGING FUNCTION FleetSync is an Alphanumeric 2-way Paging Function, and is a protocol owned by JVCKENWOOD Corporation. FleetSync enables a variety of paging functions on your transceiver, some of which depend on dealer programming. Note: ◆ This function is available only in analog operation. SELCALL (SELECTIVE CALLING) A Selcall is a voice call to a station or group of stations.
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STATUS MESSAGE You can send and receive Status messages which may be decided in your talk group. Status messages are 2-digit codes ranging from 10 to 99 (80 ~ 99 are reserved for special messages). By configuring a name consisting of a maximum of 10 alphanumeric characters, each message can be displayed on the transceiver like a text message.
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5-TONE SIGNALING (For E type only) 5-tone is the signaling mainly used in Europe. The transceiver can make a Selcall, Group Call, and Status Call by using the consecutive 5 single tones. The transceiver can make the following types of communication using 5-tone signaling.
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STATUS MESSAGE You can send and receive Status messages which may be decided in your talk group. Status messages are up to 8-digit codes. By configuring a name consisting of a maximum of 10 alphanumeric characters, each message can be displayed on the transceiver like a text message.
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BACKGROUND OPERATIONS TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT) The Time-out Timer is used to prevent any caller from using a channel for an extended period of time. If you continuously transmit for a period of time that exceeds the programmed time, the transceiver will stop transmitting and an alert tone will sound. To stop the tone, release the PTT switch.
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BUSY CHANNEL LOCKOUT (BCL) If BCL is set up by your dealer, you will be unable to transmit on the channel if it is already in use. Under these circumstances, use a different channel or wait until the channel becomes free. However, if BCL Override has also been programmed, you can transmit over the current signal: Press and hold the PTT switch.