Kenwood TK-2202L User manual

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TK-2202L/ TK-3202L
VHF FM TRANSCEIVER/
UHF FM TRANSCEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR FM VHF/
ÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR FM UHF
MODE D’EMPLOI
TRANSCEPTOR DE FM VHF/
TRANSCEPTOR DE FM UHF
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

VHF FM TRANSCEIVER/
UHF FM TRANSCEIVER
TK-2202L/ TK-3202L
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ENGLISH

THANK YOU
We are grateful you have chosen KENWOOD for your land
mobile radio applications. We believe this easy-to-use
transceiver will provide dependable communications to keep
personnel operating at peak efficiency.
KENWOOD transceivers incorporate the latest in advanced
technology. As a result, we feel strongly that you will be
pleased with the quality and features of this product.
MODELS COVERED BY THIS MANUAL
TK-2202L: 16-channel VHF FM Transceiver
TK-3202L: 16-channel UHF FM Transceiver
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.

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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.
•Do not immerse the transceiver in water.
•Always switch the transceiver power off before installing optional
accessories.

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Turn the transceiver power off in the following locations:
•In explosive atmospheres (inflammable gas, dust particles,
metallic powders, grain powders, etc.).
•While taking on fuel or while parked at gasoline service stations.
•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 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 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.
•When operating the transceiver in areas where the air is dry, it is
easy to build up an electric charge (static electricity). When using
a 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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One or more of the following statements may be
applicable:
FCC WARNING
This equipment generates or uses radio frequency energy. Changes
or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference
unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction
manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if
an unauthorized change or modification is made.
INFORMATION TO THE DIGITAL DEVICE USER REQUIRED BY
THE FCC
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can generate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, 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 of the 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
to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer for technical assistance.
ATTENTION (U.S.A. Only):
The RBRC Recycle seal found on KENWOOD
lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery packs indicates
KENWOOD’s voluntary participation in an industry
program to collect and recycle Li-ion batteries after
their operating life has expired. The RBRC program
is an alternative to disposing Li-ion batteries with your
regular refuse or in municipal waste streams, which is
illegal in some areas.
For information on Li-ion battery recycling in your area, call (toll free)
1-800-8-BATTERY (1-800-822-8837).
KENWOOD’s involvement in this program is part of our commitment
to preserve our environment and conserve our natural resources.

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CONTENTS
UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT .......................... 1
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ................................................ 1
PREPARATION .......................................................... 3
BATTERY PACK PRECAUTIONS ........................................... 3
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK .......................................... 8
INSTALLING/ REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK .............................. 9
INSTALLING THE ANTENNA ............................................. 10
INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP ............................................ 10
INSTALLING THE COVER OVER THE SPEAKER/ MICROPHONE JACKS ........ 11
INSTALLING THE OPTIONAL SPEAKER/ MICROPHONE (OR HEADSET) ....... 11
GETTING ACQUAINTED .............................................. 12
PROGRAMMABLE AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS ....................... 13
BASIC OPERATIONS ................................................. 14
ADVANCED OPERATIONS ............................................ 15
AUTODIAL ........................................................... 15
TALK AROUND ....................................................... 15
KEY LOCK ........................................................... 16
MONITOR/ SQUELCH OFF ............................................. 16
SCAN ............................................................... 17
SCRAMBLER ......................................................... 19
VOICE OPERATED TRANSMISSION (VOX) ......................... 20
BACKGROUND OPERATIONS ....................................... 22
TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT) ............................................. 22
BUSY CHANNEL LOCKOUT (BCL) ..................................... 22
BATTERY SAVE ....................................................... 22
LOW BATTERY WARNING ............................................. 23
CHANNEL ANNUNCIATION .............................................. 23
QUIET TALK (QT)/ DIGITAL QUIET TALK (DQT) ....................... 23
STUN ............................................................... 24
DUAL-TONE MULTI-FREQUENCY (DTMF) SIGNALLING .................. 24
FleetSync OPERATION .............................................. 25
BEGINNING/ END OF TRANSMISSION SIGNAL ............................ 25

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UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT
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
Note: A type code (K, K2, K3, M, or M2) can be found on the label
attached to the package box.
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Belt clip
(KBH-10)
Speaker/ microphone
jack cover
Screw setSpeaker/ microphone
locking bracket
Li-ion battery pack
(KNB-45L)
Antenna: K, M
types (TK-2202L)
Battery charger
(KSC-35)
Antenna: K, M
types (TK-3202L)
AC adapter
(K, K2, K3 types)
Antenna: K2, M2
types (TK-3202L)
AC adapter
(M, M2 types)
Antenna: K3
type (TK-3202L)

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BATTERY PACK PRECAUTIONS
Do not use battery packs or battery chargers not
recommended by KENWOOD.
◆Do not recharge the battery pack if it is already fully charged.
Doing so may cause the life of the battery pack to shorten or the
battery pack may be damaged.
◆After recharging the battery pack, disconnect it from the charger.
If the charger power is reset (turned ON after being turned OFF),
recharging will start again and the battery pack will become
overcharged.
◆Do not use the transceiver while charging the battery pack. We
recommend you switch the transceiver power OFF while
charging is taking place.
◆Do not charge the battery pack when the battery pack or
transceiver is wet, to avoid the risk of fire or damage. Wipe the
water from the battery pack or transceiver using a dry cloth
before charging.
◆Do not short the battery terminals or dispose of the battery by
fire.
◆Never attempt to remove the casing from the battery pack.
PREPARATION

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Information concerning the Li-ion 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 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 flame.
•Do not immerse the battery in water or get it wet by other
means!
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.
•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.
DANGER

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•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-circuited.
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.
DANGER

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•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.
•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.
DANGER

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■Using the Li-ion Battery Pack
•Charge the battery pack before using it.
•To keep the battery discharge at a minimum, remove the
battery pack from the equipment when it is not in use. Store
the battery pack in a cool and dry location.
•When storing the battery pack for a long period:
1Remove the battery pack from the equipment.
2Discharge the battery pack, if possible.
3Store the battery pack in a cool (below 25°C/ 77°F) and
dry location.
■Characteristics of the Li-ion Battery Pack
•As the battery pack is charged and discharged repeatedly, the
battery capacity decreases.
•Even if the battery pack is unused, the battery pack
degrades.
•It takes a longer time to charge the battery pack in cooler
areas.
•The life of battery pack is shortened when it is charged and
discharged in hotter areas. When the battery pack is stored
in a hot location, the battery pack degrades quicker. Do not
leave the battery pack in vehicles or near heating appliances.
•When the battery pack operating time becomes short, even if
it is fully charged, replace the battery pack. Continuing to
charge and discharge the battery pack may result in
electrolyte leakage.

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1Plug the AC adapter cable into the jack
located on the rear of the charger.
2Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet.
3Slide a battery pack or a transceiver
equipped with a battery pack into the
charging slot of the charger.
•Make sure the metal contacts of the
battery pack mate securely with the
charger terminals.
•The indicator lights red and
charging starts.
4When charging is completed, the
indicator lights green. Remove the
battery pack or the transceiver from the
charging slot of the charger.
•It takes approximately 3 hours to
charge the battery pack.
•When the charger will not be used
for a long time, unplug the AC
adapter from the AC outlet.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
ATTENTION: Always switch OFF a transceiver equipped with a
battery pack before inserting the transceiver into the charger.
Indicator
Charging
slot
Note:
◆When the indicator blinks red, the battery pack is either defective or
the battery pack contacts are not properly mated with those of the
charger.
◆The ambient temperature should be between 41°F and 104°F (5°C
and 40°C) while charging is in progress. Charging outside this range
may not fully charge the battery.
◆The battery pack life is over when its operating time decreases even
though it is fully and correctly charged. Replace the battery pack.

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INSTALLING/ REMOVING THE 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.
1Align the battery pack with the
back of the transceiver, then
press the battery pack and
transceiver firmly together
until the release latch on the
base of the transceiver locks.
2To remove the battery pack,
lift the safety catch on the
base of the transceiver, then
press the release latch
underneath the safety catch.
3While pressing the release
latch, pull the battery pack
away from the transceiver.

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INSTALLING THE 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.
Note: The antenna is neither a handle,
a key ring retainer, nor a speaker/
microphone attachment point. Using the
antenna in these ways may damage the
antenna and degrade your transceiver’s
performance.
Antenna
INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP
If necessary, attach the belt clip using
the two 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.
Belt
clip
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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If you are not using a speaker/
microphone, install the cover over the
speaker/ microphone jacks using the
supplied 3 x 6 mm screw.
Note: To keep the transceiver water
resistant, you must cover the speaker/
microphone jacks with the supplied
cover.
INSTALLING THE COVER OVER THE SPEAKER/ MICROPHONE JACKS
INSTALLING THE OPTIONAL SPEAKER/ MICROPHONE (OR HEADSET)
1Insert the speaker/ microphone
(or headset) plugs into the
speaker/ microphone jacks.
2Attach the locking bracket using
the supplied 3 x 6 mm screw.
Note: The transceiver is not fully water
resistant while using the speaker/
microphone.
Speaker/ microphone
locking bracket
Speaker/ microphone
jack cover

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GETTING ACQUAINTED
Speaker
Speaker/
microphone
jacks
Microphone
Antenna
PTT (Push-To-
Talk) switch
Press, then
speak into the
microphone to
call a station.
Release to
receive.
Side 1 key
Press to activate
its programmable
function (page 13).
LED indicator
Lights red while
transmitting. Lights
green while receiving
a signal. Flashes
red when the battery
voltage is low while
transmitting.
Power switch/
Volume control
Turn clockwise to
switch ON the
transceiver. To
switch OFF the
transceiver, turn
counterclockwise
until a click sounds.
Rotate to adjust the
volume level.
Channel selector
Rotate to select
channels 1 ~ 16.
Battery pack
(KNB-45L)
Side 2 key
Press to activate its
programmable
function (page 13).

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PROGRAMMABLE AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS
Your dealer can program each of the Side 1 and Side 2 keys
with one of the following auxiliary functions. Refer to their
descriptions, starting on page 15.
•Autodial
•Key Lock
•Key Lock with Backup
•Monitor
•Monitor Momentary
•None (No function) (default setting for Side 1 key)
•Scan
•Scan + Temporary Delete
•Scrambler
•Squelch Off
•Squelch Off Momentary (default setting for Side 2 key)
•Talk Around
•Temporary Delete