Kenwood KCH-14 Instruction Manual

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HANDHELD CONTROL HEADINSTRUCTION MANUALKCH-16THANK YOUWe are grateful you have chosen Kenwood for your mobile applications.We believe this easy-to-use handheld control head will provide dependablecommunications to keep personnel operating at peak efficiency.Only basic operations are explained in this instruction manual. For a detailedexplanation on the operations, refer to the Transceiver's instruction manual .FEATURES• The KCH-16 is a full-control optional microphone for use with theTK-5710/ 5810 P25/ FM analog Dual Mode transceiver.• By connecting the KCH-16 to the optional KRK-11 handheldcontrol head interface kit, you can control the transceiver usingthe microphone in the same way that the KCH-14/15 can be used.NOTICES TO THE USER◆ Government law prohibits the operation of unlicensed transmitters withinthe territories under government control.◆ Illegal operation is punishable by fine and/or imprisonment.◆ Refer service to qualified technicians only.One or more of the following statements may be applicable:FCC WARNINGThis equipment generates or uses radio frequency energy. Changes ormodifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unlessthe modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. Theuser could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorizedchange or modification is made.INFORMATION TO THE DIGITAL DEVICE USER REQUIRED BY THEFCCThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits fora Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Theselimits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses and can generate radio frequency energyand, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, maycause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there isno guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation.If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or televisionreception, 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 ofthe 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 towhich the receiver is connected.• Consult the dealer for technical assistance.PRECAUTIONSObserve the following precautions to prevent fire, personal injury,and KCH-16/ transceiver damage.• Do not drop the KCH-16; strong impacts can damage the internalcomponents.• Do not over stress the KCH-16 cable by pulling on it withexcessive force.• Do not attempt to configure the KCH-16/ transceiver while driving;it is too dangerous.• Do not disassemble or modify the KCH-16/ transceiver for anyreason.• Do not expose the KCH-16/ transceiver to long periods of directsunlight, nor place it near heating appliances.• If an abnormal odor or smoke is detected coming from theKCH-16 or transceiver, switch the KCH-16/ transceiver power offimmediately, and contact your Kenwood dealer.UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENTNote: The following unpacking instructions are for use by your Kenwooddealer, an authorized Kenwood service facility, or the factory.Carefully unpack the Handheld Control Head. We recommend thatyou identify the items listed in the following table before discardingthe packing material. If any items are missing or have been damagedduring shipment, file a claim with the carrier immediately.Supplied AccessoriesItem Part Number QuantityHanger(with 4 x 16 mm self-tapping screws) J19-5482-XX 1 setInstruction manual B62-2101-XX 1SPECIFICATIONSOperating temperature range -30℃ 〜 +60℃Microphone impedance 2.2 kΩ (Max)Dimensions (W × H × D)without projections 58 × 125 × 31.5 mm2.3 × 4.9 × 1.2 incheswith projections 68 × 125 × 36 mm2.7 × 4.9 × 1.4 inchesWeightCable not included Approx. 185 g / 6.5 ozCable included Approx. 280 g / 9.9 ozGETTING AQUAINTEDHandheld Control Headq Power switchPress to switch the transceiver ON. Press and hold forapproximately 1 second to switch the transceiver OFF.w Displaye Right (Zone Up) keyPress to increase the zone number (Default setting). Also press toincrease setting adjustments.r Left (Zone Down) keyPress to decrease the zone number (Default setting). Also press todecrease setting adjustments.t VOL (Volume) controlRotate clockwise to increase the volume level. Rotatecounterclockwise to decrease the volume level.y DTMF keypadPress the keys on the keypad to make DTMF calls.The default setting is None (no function).u Up (Channel Up) key : PF 6 (Programmable Function)keyPress to increase the channel number (Default setting).Your dealer can also enable the CH key to be used when makingsetting adjustments, as an optional method for using the Rightkey.i Down (Channel Down) key :PF 7 (ProgrammableFunction) keyPress to decrease the channel number (Default setting).Your dealer can also enable the CH key to be used when makingsetting adjustments, as an optional method for using the Leftkey.o S / A / B / C / Orange (Programmable Function) keysPress to activate their programmable functions.The default setting is None (no function).!0 TX/ BUSY indicatorThe TX/ BUSY indicator lights red while transmitting and greenwhile receiving.⑪ PTT (Push-To-Talk) switchPress and hold this switch, then speak into the microphone to calla station.⑫ HOOKKey name (function) comparison(in regards to the KCH-14/ KCH-15)Indicator DescriptionDisplays the operating zone and channelnumbers or zone and channel names. Alsodisplays various text messages depending onthe function being used.Displays various characters depending ondealer settings.Appears when a received call is using optionalsignaling.Appears when the Monitor function is activeand when the transceiver squelch is open.Appears when you are using Scan mode.Appears when the external speaker function isactivated.Appears when the Scrambler or Encryptionfunction is activated.Appears when the AUX A function has beenactivated.Appears when the AUX B function has beenactivated.Appears when the AUX C function has beenactivated.Appears when using the Operator SelectableTone function.Appears when there is a FleetSync messagestored in the transceiver memory. Flasheswhen a new FleetSync message has arrived.Appears when the selected zone (left icon) orchannel (right icon) is added to the scanningsequence.Appears when the Auto Recording function onthe VGS-1 option is activated.Appears when the Auto Reply Message on theVGS-1 option is activated. (The location of thisicon is the same as the Auto Recording icon.)The numbers of bars indicates the strengthof incoming signals. The antenna plus 3 barsrepresents a strong signal while only theantenna represents a weak signal. No antennameans no signal is present.Flashes when out of range.Display• Use of the KCH-16/ transceiver while you are driving may beagainst traffic laws. Please check and observe the vehicleregulations in your area.• Do not use options not specified by Kenwood.Microphone1111223567481099KCH-14 KCH-15 KCH-16GRP(Zone Up)GRP(Zone Up)GRP(Zone Up) Right (Zone Up)GRP(Zone Down)GRP(Zone Down) GRP(Zone Down) Left (Zone Down)CH (Channel) CH (ChannelUp/Down)CH(ChannelUp/Down)MON(Monitor) MON (Monitor)SCN (Scan) SCN (Scan)PF 1 PF 1 (None) PF 1 (None) S (None)PF 2 PF 2 (None) PF 2 (None) A (None)PF 3 PF 3 (None) PF 3 (None) B (None)PF 4 PF 4 (None) PF 4 (None) C (None)PF 5 PF 5 (None) PF 5 (None) Orange (None)PF 6 PF 6 (None) Up (Channel Up)PF 7 PF 7 (None) Down (ChannelDown)PF 8 PF 8 (None)PF 9 PF 9 (None)OPERATION1 Hold the KCH-16 approximately 3 ~ 4 cm (1.5 inches) from yourmouth when speaking.2 To hang the KCH-16, use the hook provided on its reverse side.© B62-2101-00 (M)

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