Kenwood TK-8180HK User manual

KENWOODCORPORATION TK-7180H-K FCC ID: K4437303210
TK-8180H-K FCC ID: K4437313210
TK-8180H-K2 FCC ID: K4437313220
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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transceiver will provide dependable communications to keeppersonnel operating atpeak efficiency.
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MODELS COVERED BY THIS MANUAL
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MODELS COVERED BY THIS MANUAL
The models listed below are covered by this
•TK- 7180H: VHF FM Transceiver
•TK- 8180H : UHF FM Transceiver
NOTICES TO THE USER
WARNING:
• GOVERNMENT LAW PROHIBITS THE OPERATION OF UNLICENSED RADIO TRANSMITTERS WITHIN THE
TERRITORIES UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL.
• ILLEGAL OPERATION IS PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND /OR INPRISONMENT.
• 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.
WARNING:
• 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 ismounted in the trunk area.
• INJURY FROM RADIO FREQUENCY TRANSMISSIONS
Do notoperate your transceiver whensomebody is either touching the antenna orstanding within two to three
feet of it, to avoid the possibility ofradio frequency burns or related physical injury.
• DYNAMITE BLASTING CAPS
Operating the transceiverwithin 500 feet (150m) ofdynamite blasting caps may cause themto explode.
Turn OFF your transceiver when in an area where blasting is in progress, or where “TURN OFF TWO-WAY
RADIO” sighs have been posted. If you are transportingblasting 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.
PRECAUTIONS
Please observe the following precautions toprevent fire, personal injury, and transceiverdamage.
• Do not attempt to configure the transceiver while driving , it is too dangerous.
• Do not 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 isdetected coming fromthe transceiver, turn OFF thepower immediately.
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FCC WARNING
This equipment generates or uses radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause
harmful interference unless the modifications areexpressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could
lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.

KENWOODCORPORATION TK-7180H-K FCC ID: K4437303210
TK-8180H-K FCC ID: K4437313210
TK-8180H-K2 FCC ID: K4437313220
INFORMATION TO THE DIGITAL DEVICE USER REQUIRED BY THE FCC
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a ClassB digital device, pursuant toPart
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 frequencyenergy 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 andreceiver.
• Connect the equipment toan outlet ona circuit different from that to which the receiveris connected.
• Consult the dealer for technical assistance.
UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT
Note: The following unpackinginstructions are for use by your
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Carefully unpack the transceiver. We recommend that youidentify the items listed in the following table before
discarding thepacking material. If any items are missing or have been damaged during shipment, file a claim
with the carrier immediately.
• Supplied Accessories
Quantity
Item Part Number K
Instruction Manual B62-××××-×× 1
DC power cable E30-××××-×× 1
Fuse F15-××××-×× 1
Mounting bracket J29-××××-×× 1
Screw Set N99-××××-×× 1
PREPARATION
PREPARATIONPREPARATION
PREPARATION
WARNING
Various electronic equipment in your vehicle may malfunction if they are not properly protected from the radio
frecuency
energy which is present while transmitting. Electronic fuel injection,anti-skid braking,and cruise control
systems are typical examples ofequipment that maymalfunction. 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 while
transmitting.
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service facility, or the factory.

KENWOODCORPORATION TK-7180H-K FCC ID: K4437303210
TK-8180H-K FCC ID: K4437313210
TK-8180H-K2 FCC ID: K4437313220
TOOLS REQUIRED
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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:
• 6mm(1/4 inch) or larger electriic drill
• 4.2mm(5/32inch) drill bit for the self-tapping screws
• Circle cutters
POWER CABLE CONNECTION
CAUTION
The transceiver operates in 12V negative ground systems only! Check the battery polarity and voltage of the
vehicle
Before installing the transceiver.
1 Check 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, theninstall a rubber grommet.
2 Run the two- power cable leads through the firewall and into the engine compartment, from the passenger
compartment.
3 Connect the red lead to the positive (+) battery terminal and the black lead to the negative (-) battery
terminal.
• Locate the fuse as close to thebattery as possible.
4 Coil 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
powerapplied.
INSTALLING THE TRANSCEIVER
WARNING
For passenger safety,install the transceiver securely, using the supplied mounting bracket, so the transceiver will
not break loose in the event of a collision.
1 Mark the position of the holes in the dash by using the mounting bracket as a templete. Drill the holes, then
attach the mounting bracket using the supplied self-tapping screws.
• Be sure to mount the transceiverin a location where the controls are within easy reach of the userand where
there issufficient space at the rear of the transceiver for cable connections.
2 Connect the antennaand the supplied power cable to the transceiver.
3 Slide the transceiver into the mounting bracket and secure it using the supplied hex-headed screws.
4 Mount the microphone hanger in alocation where it willbe within easy reachof the user.
• The microp hone and microphone cable should be mounted in a place where they will not interfere with the
safe operation of the vehicle.
CAUTION
When replacing the fusein the DC power cable,be sure to replace it with a fuse of the same value.
Never replace a fuse with a fuse that has a higher value.
GETTING ACQUAINTED

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TK-8180H-K FCC ID: K4437313210
TK-8180H-K2 FCC ID: K4437313220
ORIENTATION
Functional and Operational specifications
1) Front Panel
Switch(Push type)
NO. Name Description
1 DC Source Power On/Off
2 Left Up Programmable Default : Volume Up
3 Left Down Programmable Default : Volume Down
4 ∆(Triangle) Programmable Default : None
5 S Programmable Default : Squelch Off Momentary
6 A Programmable Default : None
7 <B Programmable Default : CH/GID Down
8 C> Programmable Default : CH/GID Up
9 ■(Square) Programmable Default : None
10 Right Up Programmable Default : Zone Up
11 Right Down Programmable Default : Zone Down
Volume ChannelMoniNone None
Audio outputAnten Power supply
Power

KENWOODCORPORATION TK-7180H-K FCC ID: K4437303210
TK-8180H-K FCC ID: K4437313210
TK-8180H-K2 FCC ID: K4437313220
3) DISPLAY LCD
No. Name Description
1 Dot Matrix(12digits) Alphanumeric display Channel/GID display Zone display
2 Dot Matrix(3digits) Channel/GID display Zone display OST list number display
3 Signal strength indicator
4 Monitor on display
5 Talk around display
6 Scan display
7 Message stack display
8 Priority channel 1/2 display
9 Telephone ID display
10 Horn alert display
11 Option board display
12 Public address display
13 Zone add display
14 Auto Recording Display on VGS-1 option
15 Auto Reply Message Display on VGS-1 option
16 CH/GID add display
17 AUX A display
18 AUX B display
19 OST display
TX/BUSY INDICATION
No. Name Description
1 Red TXdisplay
2 Green Busy display
3 Orange Call display
OPERATING BASICSATING
• Switching Power ON/OFF
Press the switch to switch the transceiverON.
Press and hold the switch for approximately1 second toswitch the transceiver OFF.
• Adjusting the Volume
The Volume
VolumeVolume
Volume Up/Down SW
Up/Down SWUp/Down SW
Up/Down SW control to adjust the volume. You can adjust the volumeup sw toincreases the volume
and the volume down sw to decreases it.
• Selecting a Channel
The Channel
ChannelChannel
Channel Up/Down SW
Up/Down SWUp/Down SW
Up/Down SW to select a channel.
The channel up swthe channelnumber increases and The channel down sw decreasesit.
• Transmitting
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Note: Before transmitting, first monitor the channel to make sure it is not already in use.
1 Select your desired channel.
•If the channel is busy, wait until itbecomes free.
2 Press the microphone PTT
PTTPTT
PTT switch and speak into the microphone.Release
the PTT
PTTPTT
PTT switch when you have finished speaking.
•For best sound quality at the receiving station, hold the microphone approximately 1.5 inches (3~4cm) from
your mouth.

KENWOODCORPORATION TK-7180H-K FCC ID: K4437303210
TK-8180H-K FCC ID: K4437313210
TK-8180H-K2 FCC ID: K4437313220
• Receiving
1 Select your desired channel.
2 When you hear a signal, readjust the volume level if necessary.
3 Respond to the call asdescribed in step 2 of “TRANSMITTING”,above.
AUXILIARY FEATURES
• Time-out Timer (TOT)
The purpose of the Time-out Timer is to prevent any caller from using a channel for an extended period of time. If
you continuously transmit for a period of time that exceeds the programmed time, the transceiver will stop
transmitting and an alert tone will sound. To stop the tone, release the PTT
PTTPTT
PTT switch.
Your dealer can program a warning function to alert you before the TOT expires. Continuously transmitting for
the specified by yourdealer will cause the warning toneto sound.

MANDATORY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TO INSTALLERS AND USERS
• Use only manufacturer or dealer supplied antenna.
• Antenna Minimum Safe Distance: 120 cm (4 feet), 50% duty Cycle.
• Antenna Gain: 0 dBd referenced to a dipole.
The Federal Communications Commission has adopted a safety standard for human
exposure to RF (Radio Frequency) energy which is below the OSHA (Occupational Safety
and Health Act) limits.
• Antenna Mounting: The antenna supplied by the manufacturer or radio dealer must not be
mounted at a location such that during radio transmission, any person or persons can
come closer than the above indicated minimum safe distance to the antenna, i.e. 120 cm
(4 feet) , 50% duty Cycle.
• To comply with current FCC RF Exposure limits, the antenna must be installed at or
exceeding the minimum safe distance shown above, and in accordance with the
requirements of the antenna manufacturer or supplier.
• Vehicle installation: The antenna can be mounted at the center of a vehicle metal roof or
trunk lid, if the minimum safe distance is observed.
• Base Station Installation: The antenna should be fixed-mounted on an outdoor permanent
structure. RF Exposure compliance must be addressed at the time of installation.
Antenna substitution: Do not substitute any antenna for the one supplied or recommended
by the manufacturer or radio dealer.
You may be exposing person or persons to excess radio frequency radiation. You may
contact your radio dealer or the manufacturer for further instructions.
Maintain a separation distance from the antenna to person(s) of at least
120 cm (4 feet) , 50% duty Cycle.
“This transmitter is authorized to operate with a maximum duty factor of 50%, in typical
push-to-talk mode, for satisfying FCC RF exposure compliance requirements.”
You, as the qualified end-user of this radio device must control the exposure conditions of
bystanders to ensure the minimum separation distance (above) is maintained between the
antenna and nearby persons for satisfying RF Exposure compliance. The operation of this
transmitter must satisfy the requirements of Occupational/Controlled Exposure
Environment, for work-related use, transmit only when person(s) are at least the minimum
distance from the properly installed, externally mounted antenna. Transmit only when
people outside the vehicle are at least the recommended minimum lateral distance away
from the antenna/vehicle