Kenwood Nexedge NX-230EX User manual

B62-2449-30 (E)
NX-230EX/ NX-330EX
VHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER/ UHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER
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VHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER/
UHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER
NX-230EX/ NX-330EX
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ENGLISH
NOTIFICATION
This equipment complies with the essential
requirements of Directive 2014/53/EU.
Restrictions
This equipment requires a licence and is intended for
use in the countries as below.
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The AMBE+2TM 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. #8,315,860, #8,595,002, #6,912,495, #8,200,497, #7,970,606,
and #8,359,197.
Firmware Copyrights
The title to and ownership of copyrights for firmware embedded in
KENWOOD product memories are reserved for JVCKENWOOD
Corporation.

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THANK YOU
We are grateful you have chosen KENWOOD for your land
mobile radio applications.
NOTICES TO THE USER
◆Government law prohibits the operation of unlicensed radio
transmitters within the territories under government control.
◆Illegal operation is punishable by fine and/or imprisonment.
◆Refer service to qualified technicians only.
Safety:
◆ It is important that the operator is aware of, and understands,
hazards common to the operation of any transceiver.
◆ For use in explosive atmospheres, read additional document
“SAFETY MANUAL FOR HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS” (B62-
2450-XX).
Information on Disposal of Old Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Batteries
(applicable for 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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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.
• Use only KENWOOD specified explosion-protected options for the
NX-230EX and NX-330EX transceivers.
• If the die-cast chassis or other transceiver part is damaged, do not
touch the damaged parts.
• 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.
• Do not immerse the transceiver in water.
• Always switch the transceiver power offbefore 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 offin the following locations:
• Near 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 using pacemakers.
• 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 inflates, 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 offimmediately, remove
the battery pack from the transceiver, and contact your KENWOOD
dealer.
• Use of the transceiver while you are driving may be against traffic
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 with metal objects, as they may short
the battery terminals.
• Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced; replace
only with the same type.

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Information concerning the battery pack:
The battery pack includes flammable objects such as organic
solvent. Mishandling may cause the battery to rupture producing
flames 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 flame.
• 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
flow and the battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst
into flame. 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 flame.
• Do not leave the battery near fire, stoves, or other heat
generators (areas reaching over 80°C)!
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 flame.
• Avoid immersing the battery in water or getting it wet by
other means!
If the battery becomes wet, wipe it offwith 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 flame.

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• Do not charge the battery near fire 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 flame.
• Use only the specified charger and observe charging
requirements!
If the battery is charged in unspecified conditions (under high
temperature over the regulated value, excessive high voltage or
current over regulated value, or with a remodeled charger), it may
overcharge or an abnormal chemical reaction may occur. The
battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.
• 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 flame.
• Do not jar or throw the battery!
An impact may cause the battery to leak, generate heat or smoke,
rupture, and/or burst into flame. 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. The
battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.
• Do not use the battery pack if it is damaged in any way!
The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into
flame.
• 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 flame.
• 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 flow upon discharging. The battery may generate heat or
smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.

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• 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 flame.
• Do not touch a ruptured and leaking battery!
If the electrolyte liquid from the battery gets into your eyes, wash
your eyes with fresh water as soon as possible, without rubbing
your eyes. Go to the hospital immediately. If left untreated, it may
cause eye-problems.
• Do not charge the battery for longer than the specified time!
If the battery pack has not finished charging even after the
regulated time has passed, stop it. The battery may generate heat
or smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.
• Do not place the battery pack into a microwave or high
pressure container!
The battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into
flame.
• 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 flammable areas. Electrolyte leaking
from battery can easily catch on fire and may cause the battery to
generate smoke or burst into flame.
• 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
flame.

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CONTENTS
UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT ............................. 1
PREPARATION .............................................................. 2
GETTING ACQUAINTED.................................................... 4
PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS........................................... 7
BASIC OPERATIONS ....................................................... 9
MENU MODE...............................................................12
SCAN........................................................................15
FleetSync: ALPHANUMERIC 2-WAY PAGING FUNCTION............17
5-TONE SIGNALING.......................................................20
ADVANCED OPERATIONS ................................................22
UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT
Carefully unpack the transceiver. If any items are missing or
damaged, file a claim with the carrier immediately.
Note: These unpacking instructions are for use by your KENWOOD
dealer, an authorized KENWOOD service facility, or the factory.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
Belt clip (KBH-16EX) ...................................................................1
• Screws for belt clip (M3 x 10 mm)...........................................2
Universal connector cap..............................................................1
• Dressing screw (preassembled) .............................................1
• Packing (preassembled) ......................................................... 1
Instruction manual .......................................................................1

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PREPARATION
INSTALLING/ REMOVING THE (OPTIONAL) BATTERY PACK
Note:
◆For battery pack charging procedures and usage, refer to the
battery charger Instruction Manual.
◆Before charging a battery pack that is attached to the
transceiver, ensure that the safety catch is firmly 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.
1Match the guides of the
battery pack with the grooves
on the upper rear of the
transceiver, then firmly 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.
Antenna

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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 M3 x 10 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
1Insert the guide of the speaker/ microphone connector
into place over the universal
connector.
2Secure the connector in place
using the attached screw.
Note: When not using an optional
speaker/ microphone, install the
cap over the universal connector.
Screws
Belt clip
Universal
connector cap
Speaker/ microphone

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GETTING ACQUAINTED
aSelector knob
Rotate to select a zone or channel/group ID (default).
bPower switch/ Volume control
Rotate to turn the transceiver ON/OFF and to adjust the
volume.
cTransmit/ 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. Blinks red
when the battery power is low while transmitting.
dAuxiliary key
Press to activate its programmable function {page 7}.
Antenna
Speaker
Microphone
Display

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ePTT (Push-To-Talk)switch
Press and hold this switch, then speak into the microphone
to call a station.
fSide 1 key
Press to activate its programmable function {page 7}.
The default is Squelch OffMomentary.
gSide 2 key
Press to activate its programmable function {page 7}.
The default is Backlight.
hKeypad
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”.
ikey
Press to activate its programmable function {page 7}.
The default is Menu.
jkey
Press to activate its programmable function {page 7}.
The default is Zone Up.
kkey
Press to activate its programmable function {page 7}.
lkey
Press to activate its programmable function {page 7}.
mkey
Press to activate its programmable function {page 7}.
The default is Zone Down.
nkey
Press to activate its programmable function {page 7}.
oUniversal connector
Connect a speaker/ microphone {page 3}. Otherwise, keep
the supplied cap in place.

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Indicator Description
Monitor or Squelch Offis 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.
Signal strength indicator {page 27}.
Battery power indicator {page 26}.
Talk Around is activated.
Site Lock is activated.
Scrambler/ Encryption is activated.
Lone Worker is activated.
Activity Detection is activated.
Displays the key functions for , , and .
DISPLAY

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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.
• Activity Detection
• Activity Reset
• Autodial
1
• Autodial Programming
• Backlight
• Broadcast
2
• Call 1 ~ 6
• Call
• CH/GID Down
• Channel Entry
• CH/GID Recall
• CH/GID Up
• CW Message
3
• Digit 1 ×Down 4
• Digit 10 ×Down 4
• Digit 1 ×Up 4
• Digit 10 ×Up 4
• Direct CH/GID 1 ~ 5
• Direct CH/GID Select 1 ~ 5
• Display Format
• Emergency
5
• Fixed Volume
• Forced Search
2
• Function
• Group ID/Channel Entry
• GPS Position Display
• Group (NXDN)
6
• Group + SDM (NXDN) 6
• Group + Status (NXDN) 6
• Home CH/GID
• Home CH/GID Select
• Individual (NXDN)
6
• Individual + SDM (NXDN) 6
• Individual + Status (NXDN) 6
• Key Lock
• Lone Worker
• Maintenance
• Menu
• Monitor
7
• Monitor Momentary
7
• Operator Selectable Tone
7
• Priority-channel Select
7
• Receive Entry
4
• Scan
• Scan Delete/Add
• Scrambler/Encryption
• Scramber/Encryption Code
• SDM (Analog/NXDN)
• Selcall (Analog)
1
• Selcall + SDM(Analog) 1
• Selcall + Status (Analog) 1
• Send the GPS data
• Site Down
2
• Site Lock
2
• Site Up
2
• Site Up/Down
2
• Speaker Attenuation
9
• Squelch Level
8
• Squelch Off8
• Squelch OffMomentary 8
• Stack
• Status (Analog/NXDN)
• Short Message
• Talk Around
7

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• Transceiver Password
• VOX
7
• Zone Delete/Add
• Zone Down
• Zone Up
1Available only for Analog Conventional and Analog Trunking
operation.
2Available only for NXDN Trunking operation.
3Available only for NXDN Conventional operation.
4Available only for 5-tone calls.
5Can be programmed only on the Auxiliary key and the optional
speaker/ microphone PF1 (orange) key.
6 Available only for NXDN Conventional and NXDN Trunking operation.
7Available only for Analog Conventional and NXDN Conventional
operation.
8Available only for Analog Conventional operation.
9Can be programmed only on the microphone programmable function
keys.

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BASIC OPERATIONS
SWITCHING POWER ON/OFF
Turn the Power switch/ Volume control clockwise to switch the
transceiver ON.
Turn the Power switch/ Volume control counterclockwise fully to
switch the transceiver OFF.
■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 password:
1Select a character using / .
• You can enter the password directly.
2Press to enter the selected character.
• This step is unnecessary when using the keypad.
3Repeat steps 1 and 2 to enter the entire password.
• Press or to delete a character. Press and hold
or to delete all characters.
4Press or to confirm the entry.
• If you enter an incorrect password, an error tone sounds
and the transceiver remains locked.
• The password can contain a maximum of 6 digits.
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME
Rotate the Power switch/ Volume control to adjust the volume.
Clockwise increases the volume and counterclockwise
decreases it.

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SELECTING A ZONE AND CHANNEL/GROUP ID
Select the desired zone using the key programmed as [Zone
Up] / [Zone Down]. Each zone contains a group of channels.
Select the desired channel/group ID using the Selector knob
(default). Each channel/group ID is programmed with settings
for transmitting and receiving.
• You can toggle the display between the zone and channel/group
ID names and number by pressing the key programmed as Display
Format, or by accessing the Menu {Page12}.
Note: If the default settings for / and the Selector knob
have been changed, use the appropriate keys to select the zone and
channel/group ID.
TRANSMITTING
1Select the desired zone and channel/group ID.
2Press the key 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.
3Press the PTT switch and speak into the microphone.
Release the PTT switch to receive.
• For best sound quality, hold the transceiver approximately
1.5 inches (3 ~ 4 cm) from your mouth.
■Making Group Calls (Digital)
If a key has been programmed with [Group], [Group +
SDM], or [Group + Status], you can select a group ID from
the list to make a call to those parties on a Conventional
channel.
To select a group ID:
1
Press the key programmed as [ Group ], [Group + SDM],
or [ Group + Status ] .
2Press / to select a group ID/name from the list.
3Press and hold the PTT switch to make the call.
• Speak into the transceiver as you would during a normal
transmission.