Kenwood RC-2000 User manual

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KENWOOD CORPORATION
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MOBILE CONTROLLER
RC-2000
MOBILE CONTROLLER RC-2000

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
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CHAPTER 5CYCLING THE KEY GROUPS
OVERVIEW .............................................................13
DIAGRAM .......................................................... 13
GROUP AKEYS ......................................................14
GROUP B KEYS......................................................18
GROUP C KEYS ..................................................... 21
CHAPTER 6SATELLITE MODE
SATELLITE OPERATION ........................................ 31
ENTERING THE SATELLITE MODE ................31
GROUP A–2 KEYS ............................................ 31
BASIC OPERATION.......................................... 32
STORING SATELLITE
MEMORY CHANNELS ...................................... 32
RECALLING A SATELLITE
MEMORY CHANNEL ........................................ 32
SATELLITE CHANNEL NAME .......................... 33
QUICK MEMORY IN SATELLITE MODE.......... 33
CHECKING THE UPLINK FREQUENCY.......... 33
USING XIT/ RIT IN SATELLITE MODE............. 33
CHANGING THE FREQUENCY BAND ............33
CHAPTER 7EASY VIEWING MODE
OVERVIEW .............................................................34
OPERATION ......................................................34
KEYS (F1 ~ F6) ................................................. 34
KEYS (L1 ~ L3).................................................. 35
CHANGING THE FONT STYLE........................ 36
CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL
BEFORE YOU BEGIN ............................................... 1
PREPARATION (Pages 2 ~ 6) .............................. 1
QUICK START (Page 7) ....................................... 1
KEYSAND CONTROLS (Pages 8 ~ 12) ............... 1
CYCLINGTHE KEY GROUPS (Pages 13 ~ 30) ... 1
SATELLITE MODE (Pages 31 ~ 33) ..................... 1
EASY VIEWING MODE (Pages 34 ~ 36) .............. 1
PACKET CLUSTER TUNE (Pages 37 ~ 38) ......... 1
VISUAL SCAN (Pages 39 ~ 40)............................ 1
PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY (Pages 41 ~ 43) .... 1
SKY COMMAND II+ (Pages 44 ~ 46).................... 1
QUICK KEY REFERENCE (Pages 47 ~ 51) ......... 1
CHAPTER 2PREPARATION
INSTALLATION.......................................................... 2
TRANSCEIVER INSTALLATION........................... 2
FRONT PANEL INSTALLATION ........................... 3
SPEAKERAND MIC CABLE INSTALLATION ....... 4
MODULAR PLUG CABLE CONNECTION............ 4
DC POWER CABLE INSTALLATION......................... 5
CHECKING THE CONNECTIONS............................. 6
CHAPTER 3QUICK START
PREPARATION ......................................................... 7
OPERATION.............................................................. 7
CHAPTER 4KEYS AND CONTROLS
FRONT PANEL OVERVIEW ...................................... 8
DISPLAY AND KEY FUNCTIONS ............................ 10
CONTENTS

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CHAPTER 13 MAINTENANCE
GENERAL INFORMATION ...................................... 52
SERVICE................................................................. 52
SERVICE NOTE ......................................................52
CLEANING .............................................................. 52
CHAPTER 14 SPECIFICATIONS
RC-2000 MOBILE CONTROLLER...........................53
EXTERNAL SPEAKER ............................................ 53
CHAPTER 15 APPENDIX
RESETTING MEMORY DATA ................................. 54
DEMONSTRATION MODE...................................... 54
CONFIGURING
THEAUTO MODE FREQUENCY TABLE ................ 54
CONCERNING THE TM-D700A/E PANEL............... 54
NOTICES TO USER ................................................55
CAUTIONS.............................................................. 55
CHAPTER 8PACKET CLUSTER TUNE
PACKET CLUSTER TUNE FUNCTION ................... 37
NORMAL P.C.T. MODE ...................................... 37
LIST FUNCTION IN P.C.T. MODE....................... 38
NEW PACKET CLUSTER DATA.........................38
CHAPTER 9VISUAL SCAN
OVERVIEW .............................................................39
SELECTING THE NUMBER OF CHANNELS .......... 39
USING VISUAL SCAN .............................................40
CHAPTER 10 PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY (PM)
PROGRAMMABLE INFORMATION.........................41
APPLICATION EXAMPLES ..................................... 42
PM CHANNELDEFAULT VALUES .......................... 42
STORING IN PM CHANNELS ................................. 43
RECALLING A PM CHANNEL ................................. 43
AUTO PM CHANNEL SAVE .................................... 43
CHAPTER 11 SKY COMMAND II+ (K-TYPE ONLY)
PROGRAMMING CALL SIGNS ............................... 44
PROGRAMMINGA TONE FREQUENCY ................45
PROGRAMMING COMMUNICATION SPEED.........45
CONFIGURINGATNC BAND ................................. 45
STARTING SKY COMMAND II+ OPERATION .........46
TO EXIT SKY COMMAND II+ OPERATION ............ 46
CHAPTER 12 QUICK KEY REFERENCE
USB/ LSB mode ......................................................47
CW mode ................................................................48
FM mode ................................................................. 49
FSK mode ...............................................................50
AM mode ................................................................. 51

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
This manual was created to show you how to access the
functions you want to operate, and how to quickly
configure the transceiver, through the use of the
RC-2000. If you are operating the TS-2000(X)/
TS-B2000 transceiver for the first time, we recommend
you read the TS-2000(X)/ TS-B2000 instruction manual
before operating the RC-2000. Since this manual does
not cover the functions in detail, make sure you have the
TS-2000(X)/ TS-B2000 instruction manual handy for
reference.
PREPARATION (Pages 2 ~ 6)
When you are getting ready to install the brackets and
cables, read this chapter.
QUICK START (Page 7)
If you are operating the RC-2000 for the first time, read
this chapter and follow the instructions for a trial run.
KEYS AND CONTROLS (Page 8 ~ 12)
CYCLING THE KEY GROUPS (Pages 13 ~ 30)
These chapters describe how to access and configure
the various functions available on the RC-2000. Refer to
the page that explains your desired key control.
SATELLITE MODE (Pages 31 ~ 33)
This chapter describes how to control the functions while
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
you are operating in the Satellite mode.
EASY VIEWING MODE (Pages 34 ~ 36)
This chapter describes how to control the functions while
you are in the Easy Viewing mode.
PACKET CLUSTER TUNE (Pages 37 ~ 38)
This chapter describes how to control the functions when
you activate the Packet Cluster Tune mode.
VISUAL SCAN (Pages 39 ~ 40)
This chapter describes how to control the functions when
you activate the Visual Scan function.
PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY (Pages 41 ~ 43)
This chapter describes how to store and recall the
Programmable Memory function that is available on the
RC-2000.
SKY COMMAND II+ (K-TYPE ONLY) (Pages 44 ~ 46)
This chapter describes how to control the Sky
Command II+ functions.
QUICK KEY REFERENCE (Pages 47 ~ 51)
Alphabetical listing of the key functions in each operating
mode. A Quick look-up table for referring to the page(s)
in this guide as well as the TS-2000(X)/ TS-B2000
instruction manual.

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Install the bracket securely onto the vehicle, using 6 sets
of the supplied screws (N99-2024-XX).
Then, prepare the transceiver by loosely screwing in the
rear screws. Hook those screws onto the rear guide rail
of the mounting bracket, then adjust the transceiver to
your desired angle before tightening the screws. Insert
and tighten the front screws to secure the transceiver in
place.
To remove the transceiver from the bracket, first remove
the front screws, then loosen the rear screws slightly and
pull the transceiver forward to unlatch it from the bracket.
Do not install the transceiver so that it is vertically on its side.
PREPARATION
INSTALLATION
When using the RC-2000 in your vehicle, you can install
the transceiver in the trunk, under the seat or under the
dash board. On the transceiver, install the DC cable
(7 m/ 23.1 ft), the microphone extension cable
(5 m/ 16.5 ft), a cable for the speaker (5 m/ 16.5 ft), a
cable to the RC-2000 (5 m/ 16.5 ft), and coaxial cable(s)
to the antenna (not supplied in this package). Make sure
all cable lengths are adequate before installing the
brackets.
TRANSCEIVER INSTALLATION
When installing the metal plates, first attach the plastic
spacers (G11-2698-XX) to the transceiver. This is
necessary to protect the TS-2000(X)/ TS-B2000 from
scratches.
Note: The plastic spacers (G11-2698-XX) are supplied accessories for
the TS-2000(X)/ TS-B2000 transceiver.
Front screws
Rear screws
Spacers (G11-2698-XX)
The tab faces out
The tab faces out
Bracket
Vehicle chassis
Spring washer
Flat washer
Nut 6 mm x 20 mm
4 mm x 10 mm
3 mm x 4 mm

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FRONT PANEL INSTALLATION
1Assemble the mounting brackets using the 2 supplied
hexagon SEMS screws and the 2 flat washers.
• Do not completely tighten the screws in this step.
2Peel off the paper backing from the base of the
bracket.
3Position the bracket in the vehicle, then install it
securely using the 3 supplied self-tapping screws and
the 3 flat washers.
4Align the grooves on the front panel over the bracket
tabs.
5Slide the front panel down until it locks in place.
• The tab on the front panel must be completely
locked by the bracket otherwise vehicle vibration
may cause the front panel to become dislodged.
6Position the front panel at your desired angle, then
completely tighten the 2 SEMS screws on the
bracket.
SEMS screw
Self-tapping screw
Flat washer
Bracket tab
Locking tab
SEMS screw
4 mm x 10 mm
4 mm x 14 mm

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SPEAKER AND MIC CABLE INSTALLATION
Connect the speaker extension cable plug to the
EXT.SP1 or EXT.SP2 connector {TS-2000 page 78}.
Then connect a plug from the speaker to the jack as
shown below. Connect the microphone extension cable
between the microphone jack on the front of the
transceiver and the microphone connector, as shown
below.
MODULAR PLUG CABLE CONNECTION
Use the supplied modular plug cable to connect the front
panel to the main unit. Connect the 4-pin plug to the
front panel and 6-pin plug to the main unit.
Note: It is easy to identify between the plugs, as the 6-pin plug is slightly
wider than the 4-pin plug.
4-pin plug
6-pin plug
Microphone extention cable
Noise filter
(large)
Speaker extension cable
Noise filter (small)
Noise filter
(small)
TS-2000/TS-2000X
TS-B2000

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DC POWER CABLE INSTALLATION
The vehicle battery must have a nominal rating of 12 V.
Never connect the transceiver to a 24 V battery. Be sure
to use a 12 V vehicle battery that has sufficient current
capacity. If the current to the transceiver is insufficient,
the display may darken during transmission, or transmit
output power may drop excessively.
1Route the DC power cable supplied with the
transceiver directly to the vehicle’s battery terminals
using the shortest path from the transceiver.
• If you are using a noise filter, it should be installed with
an insulator to prevent it from touching any metal on the
vehicle.
• We recommend you do not to use the cigarette lighter
socket since some cigarette lighter sockets introduce an
unacceptable voltage drop.
• If the power cable must be routed through a hole in the
vehicle chassis or body, for example in the firewall at the
front of the passenger compartment, use a rubber
grommet to protect the cable from abrasion. Dismantle
the fuse holder to pass the cable through the firewall.
• The entire length of the cable must be dressed so it is
isolated from heat, moisture, and the engine secondary
(high voltage) ignition system/ cables.
2After the cable is in place, wind heat-resistant tape
around the fuse holder to protect it from moisture and
tie down the full run of cable.
3To prevent the risk of short circuits, disconnect other
wiring from the negative (–) battery terminal before
connecting the transceiver.
4Confirm the correct polarity of the connections, then
attach the power cable to the battery terminals; red
connects to the positive (+) terminal, black connects
to the negative (–) terminal.
• Use the full length of the cable without cutting off any
excess, even if the cable is longer than required. In
particular, never remove the fuse holders from the cable.
5Reconnect any wiring you may have removed from
the negative battery terminal.
6Connect the DC power cable to the transceiver’s
power supply connector.
• Press the connectors firmly together until the locking tab
clicks.
Fuse (25 A)
Red
Black

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CHECKING THE CONNECTIONS
After installing the brackets and cables, make sure all the connections have been made in accordance with the
following diagram.
EXT. SP2
8W
PANELCOM
ANT 2 ANT 1
ANT
144
AT ANT 1.2G
DC
13.8V
ANT
430
EXT. SP1
8W ACC2
EXT. CONT REMOTE
HF
RX ANT
PADDLE KEY
GND
21
RC-2000 panel External speaker
Microphone
To antenna
Microphone extension cable DC Power cable
Speaker extension cableRC-2000 cable
Mounting bracket
Vehicle battery (12 V)