Kenwood TK-7180 User manual

TK-7180/ TK-8180
TK-7189/ TK-8189
VHF FM TRANSCEIVER/ UHF FM TRANSCEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR FM VHF/ ÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR FM UHF
MODE D’EMPLOI
TRANSCEPTOR FM VHF/ TRANSCEPTOR FM UHF
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
RICETRASMETTITORE FM VHF/ RICETRASMETTITORE FM UHF
MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI
VHF-FM-TRANSCEIVER/ UHF-FM-TRANSCEIVER
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
VHF FM ZENDONTVANGER/ UHF FM ZENDONTVANGER
GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING
B62-1767-50 (E)
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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 del Vallès 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

VHF FM TRANSCEIVER/
UHF FM TRANSCEIVER
TK-7180/ TK-8180
TK-7189/ TK-8189
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ENGLISH
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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ISO3166

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.
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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THANK YOU
We are grateful you chose .(1:22' for your personal mobile 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
The models listed below are covered by this manual:
• TK-7180: VHF FM Transceiver
• TK-7189: VHF FM Transceiver (with front panel keypad)
• TK-8180: UHF FM Transceiver
• TK-8189: UHF FM Transceiver (with front panel keypad)
NOTICES TO THE USER
◆Government law prohibits the operation of unlicensed 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.
◆EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES (GASES, DUST, FUMES, etc.)
Turn OFF your transceiver while taking on fuel or while parked in gasoline service stations. Do
not carry spare fuel containers in the trunk of your vehicle if your transceiver is mounted in the
trunk area.
◆INJURY FROM RADIO FREQUENCY TRANSMISSIONS
Do not operate your transceiver when somebody is either standing near to or touching the
antenna, to avoid the possibility of radio frequency burns or related physical injury.
◆DYNAMITE BLASTING CAPS
Operating the transceiver within 500 feet (150 m) of dynamite blasting caps may cause them
to explode. Turn OFF your transceiver when in an area where blasting is in progress, or where
“TURN OFF TWO-WAY RADIO” signs have been posted. If you are transporting blasting caps
in your vehicle, make sure they are carried in a closed metal box with a padded interior. Do not
transmit while the caps are being placed into or removed from the container.

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PRECAUTIONS
Observe the following precautions to prevent fire, personal injury, and transceiver
damage.
• Do not attempt to configure the transceiver while driving; it is too dangerous.
• Do not disassemble or modify the transceiver for any reason.
• Do not expose the transceiver to long periods of direct sunlight, nor place it near heating
appliances.
• Do not place the transceiver in excessively dusty, humid, or wet areas, nor on unstable
surfaces.
• If an abnormal odor or smoke is detected coming from the transceiver, switch the
transceiver power off immediately, 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 use options not specified by Kenwood.
◆The transceiver operates in 12 V negative ground systems only! Check the battery polarity and
voltage of the vehicle before installing the transceiver.
◆Use only the supplied DC power cable or a Kenwood optional DC power cable.
◆Do not cut and/or remove the fuse holder on the DC power cable.
For passenger safety, install the transceiver securely using the supplied mounting bracket and
screw set so the transceiver will not break loose in the event of a collision.

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CONTENTS
UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT ....................................1
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES .......................................................................1
PREPARATION ...................................................................................2
TOOLS REQUIRED ................................................................................2
POWER CABLE CONNECTION .................................................................2
INSTALLING THE TRANSCEIVER ...............................................................3
GETTING ACQUAINTED.....................................................................4
FRONT PANEL.....................................................................................4
REAR PANEL ......................................................................................4
DISPLAY.............................................................................................6
PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS........................................................7
BASIC OPERATIONS..........................................................................8
OVERVIEW ..........................................................................................8
SWITCHING POWER ON/ OFF ..............................................................8
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME.......................................................................8
SELECTING AZONE AND CHANNEL .........................................................9
TRANSMITTING.....................................................................................9
RECEIVING..........................................................................................9
CONVENTIONAL SCAN....................................................................10
ADD TO SCAN/ DELETE FROM SCAN.....................................................10
SCAN REVERT...................................................................................11
PRIORITY SCAN .................................................................................11
QUIET TALK (QT)/ DIGITAL QUIET TALK (DQT)............................12
OPERATOR SELECTABLE TONE (OST) .................................................12
5-TONE SIGNALING .........................................................................13
MAKING ASELCALL (SELECTIVE CALL).................................................13
TRANSMITTING ASTATUS MESSAGE......................................................13
RECEIVING SELCALLS AND STATUS MESSAGES ......................................14
REVIEWING MESSAGES IN THE QUEUE MEMORY......................................14

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FleetSync: ALPHANUMERIC 2-WAY PAGING FUNCTION............15
S
ELCALL (SELECTIVE CALLING)...........................................................15
S
TATUS MESSAGE .............................................................................16
SHORT MESSAGES.............................................................................17
LONG MESSAGES ..............................................................................17
GPS REPORT...................................................................................17
DTMF (DUAL TONE MULTIE FREQUENCY) CALLS ......................18
MANUAL DIALING...............................................................................18
AUTODIAL.........................................................................................18
REDIAL ............................................................................................18
CONNECT/ DISCONNECT IDS................................................................19
DTMF SIGNALING.............................................................................19
STUN...............................................................................................19
EMERGENCY CALLS .......................................................................20
ADVANCED OPERATIONS ..............................................................21
TALK AROUND ..................................................................................21
MONITOR/ SQUELCH OFF....................................................................21
SCRAMBLER......................................................................................22
CLOCK.............................................................................................22
LCD BRIGHTNESS.............................................................................23
HORN ALERT ....................................................................................23
PUBLIC ADDRESS (PA)......................................................................23
BACKGROUND OPERATIONS ........................................................24
TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT) .....................................................................24
BUSY CHANNEL LOCKOUT (BCL)........................................................24
SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR .............................................................24
BEGINNING/ END OF TRANSMIT SIGNAL .................................................24
VGS-1 OPTIONAL VOICE GUIDE & STORAGE UNIT.....................25
VOICE RECORDER..............................................................................25
VOICE GUIDE ....................................................................................26

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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
Item Quantity
DC power cable 1
• Fuse (15 A) (2 pieces)
Mounting bracket 1
Screw set:
1
• Self-tapping screw (4 pieces)
• Hex-headed screw with washer (4 pieces)
• Spring washer (4 pieces)
• Flat washer (4 pieces)
Instruction manual 1
DC power cable
(with fuses) Mounting bracket Screw set

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Various electronic equipment in your vehicle may malfunction if they are not properly protected
from the radio frequency energy which is present while transmitting. Electronic fuel injection, anti-
skid braking, and cruise control systems are typical examples of equipment that may malfunction.
If your vehicle contains such equipment, consult the dealer for the make of vehicle and enlist
his/her aid in determining if they will perform normally while transmitting.
Note: The following preparation instructions are for use by your Kenwood dealer, an authorized
Kenwood service facility, or the factory.
TOOLS REQUIRED
Note: Before installing the transceiver, always check how far the mounting screws will extend
below the mounting surface. When drilling mounting holes, be careful not to damage vehicle wiring
or parts.
The following tools are required for installing the transceiver:
• 1/14 inch (6 mm) or larger electric drill
• 5/32 inch (4.2 mm) drill bit for the self-tapping screws
• Circle cutters
POWER CABLE CONNECTION
◆The transceiver operates in 12 V negative ground systems only! Check the battery polarity and
voltage of the vehicle before installing the transceiver.
◆Use only the supplied DC power cable or a Kenwood optional DC power cable.
◆Do not cut and/or remove the fuse holder on the DC power cable.
1Check for an existing hole, conveniently located in the firewall, where the
power cable can be passed through. If no hole exists, use a circle cutter to
drill the firewall, then install a rubber grommet.
2Run the two power cable leads through the firewall and into the engine
compartment, from the passenger compartment.
3Connect the red lead to the positive (+) battery terminal and the black lead to
the negative (–) battery terminal.
• Locate the fuse as close to the battery as possible.
4Coil and secure the surplus cable with a retaining band.
• Be sure to leave enough slack in the cables so the transceiver can be removed for
servicing while keeping the power applied.
PREPARATION