Kenwood NX-5200E User manual

USER GUIDE
GUIDE DE L'UTILISATEUR
GUIA DEL USUARIO
GUIDA PER L'UTENTE
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GUIA DO UTILIZADOR
NX-5000 series
B5A-0940-10 (E)

Importeur
Amsterdamseweg 37, 1422 AC Uithoorn, Nederland
Importer
12 Priestley Way, London NW2 7BA, United Kingdom
Importeur
Konrad-Adenauer-Allee 1-11, 61118 Bad Vilbel, Deutschland
Importador
Carretera de Rubi, 88 Planta 1A, 08174 Sant Cugat delVallès Barcelona, España
Importateur
7 Allee des Barbanniers 92230 Gennevilliers, France
Importatore
Via G. Sirtori 7/9, 20129 Milano, Italia
Importeur
Leuvensesteenweg 248J, 1800 Vilvoorde, België
Authorised Representative in Europe
Amsterdamseweg 37, 1422 AC Uithoorn, Nederland
Manufacturer
3-12 Moriyacho, Kanagawa-ku,Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa, 221-0022, JAPAN

USER GUIDE
This User Guide covers only the basic
operations of your radio.Ask your dealer for
information on anycustomized features they
may have added to your radio.For using
details User Manual, refer to the following URL.
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NOTIFICATION
This equipment complies with the essential requirements of
Directive 2014/53/EU.
This equipment requires a licence and is intended for use in the
countries as below.
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VHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER
NX-5200
UHF DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER
NX-5300

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THANKYOU
We are grateful you have chosen KENWOOD for your Digital
Transceiver applications.
CONTENTS
NOTICES TO THE USER.................................................. 3
PRECAUTIONS............................................................ 5
UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT...........................12
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES........................................................................12
PREPARATION ...........................................................13
INSTALLING/ REMOVING THE (OPTIONAL) BATTERY PACK ...................13
INSTALLING THE (OPTIONAL) ANTENNA ................................................14
INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP .................................................................... 14
INSTALLING THE CAP OVER THE UNIVERSAL CONNECTOR................... 15
INSTALLING THE (OPTIONAL) SPEAKER/ MICROPHONE OR HEADSET..15
INSTALLING THE microSD MEMORY CARD ............................................16
ORIENTATION ............................................................17
KEYS AND CONTROLS.............................................................................17
DISPLAY ..................................................................................................20
BASIC OPERATIONS .................................................... 23
SWITCHING POWER ON/ OFF..................................................................23
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME.......................................................................23
SELECTING A ZONE AND CHANNEL ........................................................23
TRANSMITTING .......................................................................................24
RECEIVING...............................................................................................24
INFORMATION ON SOFTWARE LICENSE.............................25

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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.
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.
The AMBE+2TM voice codingTechnology embodied in this product
is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights,
copyrights and trade secrets of DigitalVoice 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, #6,199,037, #6,912,495, #8,200,497, #7,970,606, and
#8,359,197.

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Trademarks
SD™ and microSD™ are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC in the United States and/or
other countries.
The Bluetooth®word mark and logo are registered trademarks owned by the
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by JVC KENWOOD Corporation
is under license.Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective
owners.
Firmware Copyrights
The title to and ownership of copyrights for firmware embedded in KENWOOD
product memories are reserved for JVC KENWOOD Corporation.

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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 specified 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.
• In explosive atmospheres (inflammable 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 efficiency 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 efficiency of the
transceiver.Do not place stickers or other materials on or
around the seal shown in the figure, or on the reverse side of
the battery pack. Doing so will impair the waterproof efficiency
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 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 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
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 (or battery case) 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.
• When attaching a commercial strap to the transceiver,
ensure that the strap is durable. In addition, do not swing the
transceiver around by the strap; you may inadvertently strike
and injure another person with the transceiver.
• If a commercially available neck strap is used, take care not to
let the strap get caught on nearby machine.
• When operating the transceiver in areas where the air is dry, it is
easy to build up an electric charge (static electricity).
When using an earphone accessory in such conditions, it is
possible for the transceiver to send an electric shock through
the earphone and to your ear.We recommend you use only
a speaker/microphone in these conditions, to avoid electric
shocks.

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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 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
flame.
•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 flame.

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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 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 remodelled 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.
•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 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.
•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 color
changes, 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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NOTIFICATION OF WATER-RESISTANT MODEL
Water Resistance and Maintenance
Water-Resistant Model transceiver conforms to the following standards.
Immersion: The transceiver retains its water resistant capabilities
outlined in U.S. Military Standards when submersed in water at a depth
of 1 meter (3.28 feet) for 2 hours.
IP67/ IP68: The IP standard is the protection level specified by the
international standard IEC 60529.The first numeral indicates the "dust-
resistant level" and the second numeral indicates the "water-resistant" level.
Note:
• Initial water-resistant tests and procedures are performed
products upon being ordered from KENWOOD.
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 2 hours.
• 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) Do not disassemble or attempt to modify the transceiver. (If it is
disassembled or modified, its performance is not guaranteed.)
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 flush 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 specified by KENWOOD, may
reduce or void the water resistant and dust resistant performance.

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UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT
Note:
• The following 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 table before discarding
the packing material. If any items are missing or have
been damaged during shipment, file a claim with the carrier
immediately.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
Belt clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
• Screws for belt clip (M3 x 8 mm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Universal connector cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
• Dressing screw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
• Packing (preassembled) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Users Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

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PREPARATION
INSTALLING/ REMOVING THE (OPTIONAL) BATTERY
PACK
• Do not short the battery terminals or dispose of the battery by fire.
• Never attempt to remove the casing from the battery pack.
• Install the battery pack after cleaning the battery pack contacts and
the transceiver terminals.
• Before charging a battery pack that is attached to the transceiver,
ensure that the safety catch is firmly closed.
• If the release latch is tilted and the battery
pack is not attached to the transceiver, return
the release latch to its original position using
your finger.
1 Match the guides of the battery pack with the corresponding
grooves on the upper rear of the transceiver, then firmly
press the battery pack to lock it in place.
2Lock the safety catch to prevent accidentally pressing the
release latch and removing 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.
Release latch
Safety catch
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3
Release latch

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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.
Optional
antenna
INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP
If necessary, attach the belt clip
using the two supplied M3 x 8 mm
binding screws.
Note:
• If the belt clip is not installed, its
mounting location may get hot
uring continuous transmission
or when left sitting in a hot
environment.
Belt clip
M3 x 8 mm
screws
Do not use glue which is designed to prevent screw loosening when
installing the belt clip, as it may cause damage to the transceiver.
Acrylic ester, which is contained in these glues, may crack the
transceiver’s back panel.

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INSTALLING THE CAP OVER THE UNIVERSAL
CONNECTOR
1 If you are not using an optional
speaker/ microphone or headset,
install the cap over the universal
connector.
2Secure the cap in place using
the dressing screw.
INSTALLING THE (OPTIONAL) SPEAKER/ MICROPHONE
OR HEADSET
1 Insert the guide of the speaker/ microphone or headset
connector into the groove of the universal connector.
2Secure the connector in place using the attached screw.
Optional speaker/
microphone
Note:
• When not using an optional speaker/ microphone or headset,
install the cap over the universal connector.
• The noise canceling function on KMC-54WD Speaker Microphone
works using the built-in DSP of the transceiver, and can only be used
with NX-5000 series Portable models.
Universal
connector cap

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INSTALLING THE microSD MEMORY CARD
1 Remove the battery pack.
2Open the cap.
3Insert the microSD memory
card.
• Insert the microSD memory card
with its terminal side facing the
same side as the front of the
transceiver.
• Insert the microSD memory card
until it clicks into place.
• To remove the microSD memory
card, push the card inwards once,
then pull it out straight.
Cap
microSD
memory card
Note:
• microSD memory cards (Class 2 or higher) and microSDHC memory
cards (Class 2 or higher) can be used.
• SDXC memory cards cannot be used.
• This transceiver is not guaranteed to operate with all microSD
memory cards.
(Operations are confirmed on memory cards for the following brands:
SanDisk, TOSHIBA and Panasonic.)
• Use the microSD memory card within the allowable operating
temperature.
• Do not remove the microSD memory card or turn off this transceiver
while the microSD memory card is being accessed.
• The waterproof performance is not guaranteed if the microSD
memory card slot cap is not fit into place.
• Make sure your hands are clean before opening the microSD
memory card slot cap.
Compensation Disclaimer
Data stored on the microSD memory card may be altered or lost due
to problems with this transceiver.We do not accept liability in respect of
the data stored on your microSD memory card, failure to save the data
properly, loss of data, and any direct or indirect damages.

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ORIENTATION
aPower switch/ Volume control
Turn clockwise to switch the transceiver ON.To switch
the transceiver OFF, turn counterclockwise fully. Rotate to
adjust the volume level.
bSelector knob
Rotate this control to activate its programmable function.
The default setting is Channel Select.
Microphone
Speaker
Standard Key
model
KEYS AND CONTROLS
microSD memory
card slot
Full Key model

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cTransmit/ Receive/ Battery low indicator
The indicator lights in different colors to indicate the current
status of the transceiver.
Lights red while transmitting and green while receiving.
Flashes red when the battery power is low while
transmitting.Replace or recharge the battery pack when the
battery power is low.
Note:
• This indicator can be disabled by your dealer.
dLever switch
Switch the toggle position to activate its programmable
function. Switch to position Aor Bto turn on the function
programmed to it.
eAuxiliary (orange) key
Press to activate its programmable function.
fSide 1 key
Press to activate its programmable function.
gPTT (Push-To-Talk) switch
Press and hold, then speak into the microphone to call a
station.
hSide 2 key
Press to activate its programmable function.
iSide 3 key
Press to activate its programmable function.
jLCD Display
Refer to the display. {p. 20}
k[]key
Press to activate its programmable function. The default
key setting is [Menu].
l[ ] key
Press to activate its programmable function. The default
key setting is [Function].