Kenwood NEXEDGE NX-200 User manual

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NX-200/ NX-300
VHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER/
UHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER
INSTRUCTIoN MANUAL
ÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR NUMÉRIQUE VHF/
ÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR NUMÉRIQUE UHF
MoDE D’EMPLoI
TRANSCEPToR DIGITAL VHF/
TRANSCEPToR DIGITAL UHF
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIoNES
RICETRASMETTIToRE DIGITALE VHF/
RICETRASMETTIToRE DIGITALE UHF
MANUALE DI ISTRUzIoNI
MIC
MIC
2
ABC
5
JKL
0
8
TUV
4
7
PQRS
3
DEF
6
MNO
#
9
WXYZ
1
GHI

VHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER/
UHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER
NX-200/ NX-300
INSTRUCTIoN MANUAL
ENGLISH
NOTIFICATION
This equipment complies with the essential requirements of
Directive 1999/5/EC.
The use of the warning symbol means the equipment is
subject to restrictions of use in certain countries.
This equipment requires a licence and is intended for use in
the countries as below.
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Information on Disposal of Old Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Batteries
(applicable for EU countries that have adopted separate waste collection systems)
Products and batteries with the symbol (crossed-out wheeled bin) cannot be
disposed as household waste.
Old electrical and electronic equipment and batteries should be recycled at a
facility capable of handling these items and their waste byproducts.
Contact your local authority for details in locating a recycle facility nearest to
you.
Proper recycling and waste disposal will help conserve resources whilst
preventing detrimental effects on our health and the environment.
Notice: The sign "Pb" below the symbol for batteries indicates that this battery
contains lead.

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Thank You
We are grateful you have chosen Kenwood for your land
mobile radio applications.
This instruction manual covers only the basic operations of your
NEXEDGE portable radio. Ask your dealer for information on any
customized features they may have added to your radio.
nXDn™
NXDN™ is a protocol name for a new digital communications
system using 4-level FSK technology which has been
co-developed by Kenwood and Icom.
noTices To The user
◆Government law prohibits the operation of unlicensed radio
transmitters within the territories under government control.
◆ Illegaloperationispunishablebyneand/orimprisonment.
◆ Referservicetoqualiedtechniciansonly.
SAFETY: It is important that the operator is aware of and
understands hazards common to the operation of any
transceiver.
The AMBE+2 voice coding Technology embodied in this product
is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights,
copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc. This
voice coding Technology is licensed solely for use within this
Communications Equipment. The user of this Technology is
explicitly prohibited from attempting to extract, remove, decompile,
reverse engineer, or disassemble the Object Code, or in any other
way convert the Object Code into a human-readable form. U.S.
Patent Nos. #5,870,405, #5,826,222, #5,754,974, #5,701,390,
#5,715,365, #5,649,050, #5,630,011, #5,581,656, #5,517,511,
#5,491,772, #5,247,579, #5,226,084 and #5,195,166.

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PrecauTions
• Do not charge the transceiver and battery pack when they are wet.
• Ensure that there are no metallic items located between the
transceiver and the battery pack.
• DonotuseoptionsnotspeciedbyKenwood.
• If the die-cast chassis or other transceiver part is damaged, do not
touch the damaged parts.
• If a headset or headphone is connected to the transceiver, reduce
the transceiver volume. Pay attention to the volume level when
turning the squelch off.
• Do not place the microphone cable around your neck while near
machinery that may catch the cable.
• Do not place the transceiver on unstable surfaces.
• Ensure that the end of the antenna does not touch your eyes.
• When the transceiver is used for transmission for many hours, the
radiator and chassis will become hot. Do not touch these locations
when replacing the battery pack.
• Always switch the transceiver power off before installing optional
accessories.
• The charger is the device that disconnects the unit from the AC
mains line. The AC plug should be readily accessible.

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Turn the transceiver power off in the following locations:
• Near explosives or blasting sites.
• In aircrafts. (Any use of the transceiver must follow the
instructions and regulations provided by the airline crew.)
• Where restrictions or warnings are posted regarding the use of
radio devices, including but not limited to medical facilities.
• Near persons wearing pacemakers.
Turn the transceiver power off in the following locations,
unless the model is specifically qualified for such use
(Intrinsically Safe such as approved by Factory Mutual, CSA):
• Inexplosiveatmospheres(inammablegas,dustparticles,
metallic powders, grain powders, etc.).
• While taking on fuel or while parked at gasoline service stations.
• Do not remove the black sheet from the reverse side of the
transceiver (refer to the illustration below). Removal of this
sheetdecreasesthewaterproofefciencyofthetransceiverand
may cause malfunctions if water seeps into the transceiver.
• The orange seal on the reverse side of the transceiver is
importantwithrespecttothewaterproofefciencyofthe
transceiver. Do not place stickers or other materials on or
aroundthesealshowninthegure,oronthereversesideof
thebatterypack.Doingsowillimpairthewaterproofefciency
of the transceiver and may cause it to break down. Additionally,
in order to prevent damage to the seal, do not allow it to come
in contact with foreign materials.

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• Do not disassemble or modify the transceiver for any reason.
• Do not place the transceiver on or near airbag equipment while
thevehicleisrunning.Whentheairbaginates,thetransceiver
may be ejected and strike the driver or passengers.
• Do not transmit while touching the antenna terminal or if
any metallic parts are exposed from the antenna covering.
Transmitting at such a time may result in a high-frequency burn.
• If an abnormal odor or smoke is detected coming from the
transceiver, switch the transceiver power off immediately,
remove the battery pack from the transceiver, and contact your
Kenwood dealer.
• Use of the transceiver while you are driving may be against
trafclaws.Pleasecheckandobservethevehicleregulations
in your area.
• Do not expose the transceiver to extremely hot or cold
conditions.
• Do not carry the battery pack (or battery case) with metal
objects, as they may short the battery terminals.

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noTificaTion of WaTer-resisTanT MoDel
Water Resistance and Maintenance
This transceiver conforms to the following standards:
IP67:TheIPstandardistheprotectionlevelspeciedbythe
internationalstandardIEC60529.Therstnumeralindicatesthe
“dust-resistant” level and the second numeral indicates the “water-
resistant” level
PRECAUTIONS
• The applicable standards listed above do not assure that the
transceiver can be used in water. The transceiver may be
damaged in a situation in which the maximum depth is over
1 meter or the maximum submersion time exceeds 30 minutes.
• Observe the following precautions to maintain the transceiver’s
water-resistant performance:
a) Do not drop or apply strong physical shocks to the transceiver.
b) When you disassemble the transceiver or open the cover
of the option board, IP67 will no longer be maintained. After
disassembling the transceiver or opening the cover of the
option board, if you want to continue maintaining IP67, contact
your dealer or Authorized Service Center.
c) Do not soak the transceiver in water that contains a solvent or
surfactant, such as detergent or alcohol.
• If it is soaked in muddy water or salt water (including sea water),
itmaybecomecorroded.Immediatelyushwithfreshwaterand
then wipe dry with a soft cloth.
• If water is splashed onto the microphone, the battery, or the
antenna terminal, clean and dry them with a soft cloth before
reconnecting to the transceiver.
• When water gets into the microphone opening or the speaker
grill, the voice level may become low or distorted. Lightly shake
thetransceivertoremovethewaterfromthespeakerand/or
microphone before operating the transceiver.
• UseofanyoptiononthetransceivernotspeciedbyKenwood,
may reduce or void the water resistant and dust resistant
performance.
• When using an option with the transceiver, ensure that it
corresponds with the IP67 standard.

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inforMaTion concerning The li-ion baTTerY Pack
Thebatterypackincludesammableobjectssuchasorganicsolvent.
Mishandlingmaycausethebatterytoruptureproducingamesor
extreme heat, deteriorate, or cause other forms of damage to the
battery. Please observe the following prohibitive matters.
• Do not disassemble or reconstruct battery!
The battery pack has a safety function and protection circuit to
avoid danger. If they suffer serious damage, the battery may
generateheatorsmoke,rupture,orburstintoame.
• Do not short-circuit the battery!
Do not join the + and – terminals using any form of metal (such
as a paper clip or wire). Do not carry or store the battery pack
in containers holding metal objects (such as wires, chain-
necklace or hairpins). If the battery pack is short-circuited,
excessivecurrentwillowandthebatterymaygenerateheat
orsmoke,rupture,orburstintoame.Itwillalsocausemetal
objects to heat up.
• Do not incinerate or apply heat to the battery!
If the insulator is melted, the gas release vent or safety function
is damaged, or the electrolyte is ignited, the battery may
generateheatorsmoke,rupture,orburstintoame.
• Do not use or leave the battery near fires, stoves, or other
heat generators (areas reaching over 80°C/ 176°F)!
If the polymer separator is melted due to high temperature,
an internal short-circuit may occur in the individual cells and
the battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into
ame.
• Avoid immersing the battery in water or getting it wet by
other means!
If the battery becomes wet, wipe it off with a dry towel before
use. If the battery’s protection circuit is damaged, the battery
may charge at extreme current (or voltage) and an abnormal
chemical reaction may occur. The battery may generate heat or
smoke,rupture,orburstintoame.

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• Do not charge the battery near fires or under direct
sunlight!
If the battery’s protection circuit is damaged, the battery may
charge at extreme current (or voltage) and an abnormal
chemical reaction may occur. The battery may generate heat or
smoke,rupture,orburstintoame.
• Use only the specified charger and observe charging
requirements!
 Ifthebatteryischargedinunspeciedconditions(underhigh
temperature over the regulated value, excessive high voltage
or current over regulated value, or with a remodelled charger),
it may overcharge or an abnormal chemical reaction may occur.
The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into
ame.
• Do not pierce the battery with any object, strike it with an
instrument, or step on it!
This may break or deform the battery, causing a short-circuit.
The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into
ame.
• Do not jar or throw the battery!
An impact may cause the battery to leak, generate heat
orsmoke,rupture,and/orburstintoame.Ifthebattery’s
protection circuit is damaged, the battery may charge at an
abnormal current (or voltage), and an abnormal chemical
reaction may occur.
• Do not use the battery pack if it is damaged in any way!
The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into
ame.
• Do not solder directly onto the battery!
If the insulator is melted or the gas release vent or safety
function is damaged, the battery may generate heat or smoke,
rupture,orburstintoame.
• Do not reverse the battery polarity (and terminals)!
When charging a reversed battery, an abnormal chemical
reaction may occur. In some cases, an unexpected large
amountofcurrentmayowupondischarging.Thebatterymay
generateheatorsmoke,rupture,orburstintoame.

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• Do not charge the battery for longer than the specified
time!
 Ifthebatterypackhasnotnishedchargingevenafterthe
regulated time has passed, stop it. The battery may generate
heatorsmoke,rupture,orburstintoame.
• Do not place the battery pack into a microwave or high
pressure container!
The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into
ame.
• Keep ruptured and leaking battery packs away from fire!
If the battery pack is leaking (or the battery emits a bad odor),
immediatelyremoveitfromammableareas.Electrolyte
leakingfrombatterycaneasilycatchonreandmaycausethe
batterytogeneratesmokeorburstintoame.
• Do not use an abnormal battery!
If the battery pack emits a bad odor, appears to have different
coloring, is deformed, or seems abnormal for any other reason,
remove it from the charger or operating equipment and do not
use it. The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or
burstintoame.
• Do not reverse-charge or reverse-connect the battery!
The battery pack has positive and negative poles. If the battery
pack does not smoothly connect with a charger or operating
equipment, do not force it; check the polarity of the battery. If
the battery pack is reverse-connected to the charger, it will be
reverse-charged and an abnormal chemical reaction may occur.
The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into
ame.
• Do not touch a ruptured and leaking battery!
If the electrolyte liquid from the battery gets into your eyes,
wash your eyes out with fresh water as soon as possible,
without rubbing your eyes. Go to the hospital immediately. If
left untreated, it may cause eye-problems.

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CONTENTS
UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT...............................1
Supplied AcceSSorieS ...............................................................1
PREPARATION ............................................................................2
inStAlling/ removing the (optionAl) BAttery pAck ....................2
inStAlling the (optionAl) AntennA.............................................2
inStAlling the Belt clip ............................................................3
inStAlling the cAp over the univerSAl connector ...................3
inStAlling the (optionAl) SpeAker/ microphone or heAdSet ......3
GETTING ACQUAINTED .............................................................4
diSplAy .....................................................................................6
PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS..................................................7
BASIC OPERATIONS ...................................................................9
Switching power on/ oFF ......................................................9
AdjuSting the volume...............................................................9
Selecting AZone And chAnnel/group id................................10
trAnSmitting...........................................................................10
receiving................................................................................11
MENU MODE ..............................................................................12
menu AcceSS ..........................................................................12
menu conFigurAtion ...............................................................12
chArActer entry ...................................................................14
SCAN...........................................................................................15
temporAry chAnnel lockout ..................................................15
priority ScAn.........................................................................15
ScAn revert ..........................................................................16
ScAn delete/Add....................................................................16
priority-chAnnel Select ........................................................16
FleetSync: ALPHANUMERIC 2-WAY PAGING FUNCTION.......17
SelcAll (Selective cAlling)....................................................17
StAtuS meSSAge......................................................................18
Short/long meSSAgeS............................................................19
gpS report ..........................................................................19

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS ........................................................20
dtmF (duAl tone multi Frequency) cAllS ............................20
trunking cAllS (AnAlog)........................................................21
emergency cAllS ...................................................................22
ScrAmBler..............................................................................22
SignAling................................................................................23
voice operAted trAnSmiSSion (voX) ......................................24
BACKGROUND OPERATIONS ..................................................26
clock.....................................................................................26
viBrAtor.................................................................................26
time-out timer (tot).............................................................26
BAttery SAver ........................................................................27
key lock ................................................................................27
low BAttery wArning.............................................................27
SignAl Strength indicAtor......................................................27
compAnder .............................................................................28
BuSy chAnnel lockout (Bcl).................................................28
control chAnnel hunt ..........................................................28
ptt id...................................................................................28
VGS-1 OPTIONAL VOICE GUIDE & STORAGE UNIT...............29
voice recorder .....................................................................29
voice guide............................................................................30

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UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT
Note: These unpacking instructions are for use by your Kenwood
dealer, an authorized Kenwood service facility, or the factory.
Carefully unpack the transceiver. We recommend that you
identify the items listed in the following list before discarding
the packing material. If any items are missing or damaged, le
a claim with the carrier immediately.
Supplied AcceSSorieS
Beltclip................................................1
• Screws for belt clip (3 x 8 mm) ...........................2
Universalconnectorcap...................................1
• Dressing screw (preassembled) ..........................1
• Packing (preassembled) ................................1
Instructionmanual........................................2

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PREPARATION
inStAlling/ removing the (optionAl) BAttery pAck
1Match the guides of the
battery pack with the grooves
on the upper rear of the
transceiver, then rmly press
the battery pack in place.
2Lock the safety catch to
prevent accidentally releasing
the battery pack.
3To remove the battery pack,
lift the safety catch, press the
release latch, then pull the
battery pack away from the
transceiver.
Note:
◆For battery pack charging procedures and useage, refer to the
battery charger Instruction Manual.
◆ Before charging a battery pack that is attached to the
transceiver, ensure that the safety catch is rmly closed.
◆While operating the transceiver using a Li-ion battery pack in
areas with an ambient temperature of –10°C/ +14°F and lower,
operating time may be shortened.
inStAlling the (optionAl) AntennA
Screw the antenna into the
connector on the top of the
transceiver by holding the
antenna at its base and turning
it clockwise until secure.
1
2
3
1
2
ABC
4
GHI
3
D
EF
MIC
Optional
antenna

3
Do not use glue which is designed to prevent screw loosening when
installing the belt clip. Acrylic ester, which is contained in these
glues, may crack the transceiver’s back panel.
inStAlling the cAp over the univerSAl connector
inStAlling the Belt clip
Attach the belt clip using the
supplied 3 x 8 mm screws.
Note: If the belt clip is not
installed, its mounting location
may get hot during continuous
transmission or when left sitting in
a hot environment.
Insert the cap into place over the
universal connector and secure
it in place using the attached
screw.
inStAlling the (optionAl) SpeAker/ microphone or heAdSet
1Insert the guide of the
speaker/ microphone or
headset connector into place
over the universal connector.
2Secure the connector in place
using the attached screw.
Note: When not using an optional
speaker/ microphone or headset,
install the cap over the universal
connector.
3 x 8 mm screws
Belt clip
1
2
ABC
4
7
GHI
3
DEF
MIC
Universal
connector cap
1
2
ABC
5
JKL
0
8
TUV
4
7
GHI
PQRS
3
DEF
6
MNO
MIC
#
9
WXYZ
Optional
speaker/ microphone

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GETTING ACQUAINTED
①Selector knob
Rotate to select a zone or channel/group ID (default).
②Power switch/ Volume control
Rotate to turn the transceiver ON/OFF and to adjust the
volume.
③Auxiliary key
Press to activate its programmable function {page 7}.
④Transmit/ Receive/ Battery low indicator
If enabled by your dealer, lights red while transmitting,
green while receiving a call (Conventional channels only),
and orange when receiving an optional signaling call
(2-tone, DTMF signaling, etc.). Blinks red when the battery
power is low while transmitting.
1
2
ABC
5
JKL
0
8
TUV
4
7
GHI
PQRS
3
DEF
6
MNO
MIC
#
9
WXYZ

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⑤PTT (Push-To-Talk) switch
Press and hold this switch, then speak into the microphone
to call a station.
⑥Side 1 key
Press to activate its programmable function {page 7}. The
default is Squelch Off Momentary.
⑦Side 2 key
Press to activate its programmable function {page 7}. The
default is Backlight.
⑧ Keypad (keypad models only)
Press these keys to send DTMF tones. These keys can
also be programmed with secondary functions {page 7} if a
programmable function key is programmed as “Function”.
⑨key
Press to activate its programmable function {page 7}. The
default is Menu.
⑩key
Press to activate its programmable function {page 7}. The
default is Zone Up.
⑪key
Press to activate its programmable function {page 7}.
⑫key
Press to activate its programmable function {page 7}.
⑬key
Press to activate its programmable function {page 7}. The
default is Zone Down.
⑭key
Press to activate its programmable function {page 7}.
⑮Universal connector
Connect a speaker/ microphone or headset here {page 3}.
Otherwise, keep the supplied cap in place.

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diSplAy
Indicator Description
Monitor or Squelch Off is activated.
Blinks when an incoming call matches your Optional
Signaling.
The current zone (left icon) or CH/GID (right icon) is
added to scan.
Scan is in progress. Blinks while scan is paused.
A message is stored in memory. Blinks when a new
message has arrived.
The current channel is a Priority channel.
Operator Selectable Tone (OST) is activated.
A Telephone ID call is being received. Blinks during
Auto Telephone search.
Signal strength indicator {page 27}.
Battery power indicator {page 27}.
Talk Around is activated.
Site Lock is activated.
Scrambler/ Encryption is activated.
Auto Recording on the VGS-1 option is activated.
Auto Reply Message is activated.
The auxiliary function is activated.
Lone Worker is activated.
The channel is using high transmit power. “L”
appears when using low transmit power.
VOX is activated.
The vibrator is activated. Blinks when inhibited.
Displays the time.
Displays the key functions for , , and .

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PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS
Following is a list of available programmable functions. Please
contact your dealer for further details on those functions which
have been programmed on your transceiver.
• 2-tone 1
• Auto Reply Message 2
• Auto Telephone 3
• Autodial 4
• Autodial Programming 4
• AUX
• Backlight
• Broadcast 5
• Call 1 ~ 6
• CH/GID Down
• Channel Entry
• CH/GID Select 6
• CH/GID Recall
• CH/GID Up
• Clock
• Clock Adjustment
• CW Message 7
• Direct CH/GID 1 ~ 5
• Direct CH/GID Select 1 ~ 5
• Display Format
• Emergency 8
• Fixed Volume
• Forced Search 5
• Function
• GPS Position Display
• Group (NXDN) 7
• Group + SDM (NXDN) 9
• Group + Status (NXDN) 9
• Home CH/GID
• Home CH/GID Select
• Individual (NXDN) 9
• Individual + SDM (NXDN) 9
• Individual + Status (NXDN) 9
• Key Lock
• Lone Worker
• Low Transmit Power
• Maintenance
• Menu
• Monitor 10
• Monitor Momentary 10
• OST 1
• Playback 2
• Priority-channel Select 11
• Scan
• Scan Delete/Add
• Scrambler/Encryption
• Scramber/Encryption Code 9
• SDM (FleetSync/NXDN)
• Selcall (FleetSync) 4
• Selcall + SDM (FleetSync) 4
• Selcall + Status (FleetSync) 4
• Send the GPS data
• Site Down 5
• Site Lock 5
• Site Select 6
• Site Up 5
• Site Up/Down 6
• Speaker Attenuation 12
• Squelch Level 1
• Squelch Off 1
• Squelch Off Momentary 1
• Stack
• Status (FleetSync/ NXDN)
• Talk Around 10