Page 2 - MODELS COVERED BY THIS MANUAL
THANK YOU! Thank you for choosing this KENWOOD transceiver. KENWOOD always provides Amateur Radio products which surprise and excite serious hobbyists. Thistransceiver is no exception. As you learn how to use thistransceiver, you will find that KENWOOD is pursuing “user friendliness”. For example, e...
Page 3 - PRECAUTIONS; KENWOOD; NOTICES TO THE USER
i PRECAUTIONS Please observe the following precautions to preventfire, personal injury, and/or transceiver damage: • Do not attempt to configure your transceiver while driving; it is simply too dangerous. • Be aware of local laws pertaining to the use of headphones/headsets while driving on publicro...
Page 4 - ii; CONTENTS; VFO M
ii CONTENTS SELECTING A FREQUENCY .................................. 15 VFO M ODE .......................................................... 15 MHz M ODE .......................................................... 16 D IRECT F REQUENCY E NTRY ...................................... 16 CHAPTER 5 MENU S...
Page 6 - iv; CHAPTER; VFO R
iv FREQUENCY STEP SIZE ....................................... 56DISPLAY BACKLIGHT ............................................. 57 P ERMANENT B ACKLIGHT ........................................... 57 A UTOMATIC B ACKLIGHT ............................................. 57 LOCK FUNCTION .................
Page 7 - li
1 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES After carefully unpacking the transceiver, identify theitems listed in the table below. We recommend you keepthe box and packaging for shipping. A market area code (K, E, M2, M3, or M4) can be foundon the label attached to the package box. y r o s s e c c A r e b m u N t r a P...
Page 8 - PREPARATION; MOBILE INSTALLATION
2 1 PREPARATION 2 Position the transceiver, then insert and tightenthe supplied hexagon SEMS screws (4) and flatwashers (4). • Double check that all hardware is tightened to prevent vehicle vibration from loosening the bracket ortransceiver. • Determine the appropriate angle of the transceiver, usin...
Page 9 - DC POWER CABLE CONNECTION
3 1 4 Confirm the correct polarity of the connections, thenattach the power cable to the battery terminals; redconnects to the positive (+) terminal and blackconnects to the negative (–) terminal. • Use the full length of the cable without cutting off excess even if the cable is longer than required...
Page 11 - ANTENNA CONNECTION; Feed line connector
5 1 R EPLACING F USES If the fuse blows, determine the cause, then correct theproblem. After the problem is resolved, replace the fuse.If newly installed fuses continue to blow, disconnect thepower cable and contact your authorized KENWOOD dealer or an authorized KENWOOD service center for assistanc...
Page 12 - ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS; . The external speaker jack; For voice communications, connect a 600; Microphone hanger; PC C; at the following URL:
6 1 ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS E XTERNAL S PEAKER If you plan to use an external speaker, choose a speakerwith an impedance of 8 Ω . The external speaker jack accepts a 3.5 mm (1/8") mono (2-conductor) plug. Werecommend using the SP-50B speaker. M ICROPHONE For voice communications, connect a 600 Ω m...
Page 13 - CONNECTING TO A TNC (E M; GND
7 1 CONNECTING TO A TNC (E M ARKET M ODELS O NLY ) To connect an external TNC to the transceiver, use anoptional PG-5A cable. The DATA connector on the rearof the transceiver mates with the 6-pin mini-DIN plug onthis cable. . o N n i P e m a N n i P n o i t c n u F 1 D K P t u p n i a t a d t e k c ...
Page 14 - • A high pitched double beep sounds and a Power-on; • You may further turn the; Volume; control to adjust the; qw
8 2 YOUR FIRST QSO Are you ready to give your transceiver a quick try?Reading this section should get your voice on theair right away. The instructions below areintended only as a quick guide. If you encounterproblems or there is something you would like toknow more, read the detailed explanations g...
Page 15 - GETTING ACQUAINTED; FRONT PANEL; MENU button/ Tuning control; CALL key; Tuning
9 3 GETTING ACQUAINTED FRONT PANEL Note: This section describes only the main functions of the front panel controls. Explanations for functions not described here areprovided in the appropriate sections of this instruction manual. q w e r t y u TM-271 MENU q q q q q (Power) switch/ Volume control Pr...
Page 16 - MR key; REV key; DISPLAY; q w e
10 3 In MR Mode, press [F] then press [VFO] to transfer the contents of the selected Memory Channel to theVFO {page 33}. t t t t t MR key Press to enter Memory Recall Mode {page 30}. Inthis mode, you can change memory channels usingthe Tuning control or Mic [UP] / [DWN] . Press and hold for 1 second...
Page 18 - REAR PANEL; e r; Antenna connector; Power Input 13.8 V DC cable; MICROPHONE; Press and hold to transmit. Release to receive.; key; to transmit; DTMF Microphone
12 3 REAR PANEL q w e r q q q q q Antenna connector Connect an external antenna {page 5} here. Whenmaking test transmissions, connect a dummy load inplace of the antenna. The antenna system or loadshould have an impedance of 50 Ω . Note: E market models use an N-type antenna connector while other mo...
Page 19 - DTMF keypad
13 3 r r r r r CALL/A key Identical to the front panel CALL key. This key can be reprogrammed if desired {page 59}. Press andhold Mic [PTT] , then press [CALL/A] to transmit A. t t t t t VFO/B key Identical to the front panel VFO key. This key can be reprogrammed if desired {page 59}. Press and hold...
Page 20 - OPERATING BASICS; SWITCHING THE POWER ON/OFF; ADJUSTING THE SQUELCH
14 4 OPERATING BASICS SWITCHING THE POWER ON/OFF 1 Press [ ] (Power) to switch the transceiver power ON. • A high pitched double beep sounds and a Power-on message {page 60} appears briefly, followed by thefrequency and other indicators. 2 To switch the transceiver OFF, press [ ] (Power) (1s) . • Wh...
Page 21 - TRANSMITTING; ” and the RF Power meter appears. The RF; SELECTING A FREQUENCY; • Press and hold Mic
15 4 TRANSMITTING 1 To transmit, hold the microphone approximately 5 cm(2 inches) from your mouth, then press and hold Mic [PTT] and speak into the microphone in your normal tone of voice. • “ ” and the RF Power meter appears. The RF Power meter shows the relative transmit output power( ). • If you ...
Page 22 - MH; Enter
16 4 MH Z M ODE If the desired operating frequency is far away from thecurrent frequency, it is quicker to use the MHz TuningMode. To adjust the MHz digit: 1 While in VFO or Call Mode, press [MENU] . • The MHz digit blinks. 2 Turn the Tuning control to select the desired MHz value. 3 Press any key t...
Page 24 - MENU SETUP; MENU ACCESS; • A brief explanation of the menu, and the setting and; • As you change the Menu No., a brief explanation of
18 5 MENU SETUP WHAT IS A MENU? Many functions on this transceiver are selected orconfigured via a software-controlled Menu rather thanthrough the physical controls of the transceiver. Onceyou become familiar with the Menu system, you willappreciate its versatility. You can customize the varioustimi...
Page 25 - MENU FUNCTION LIST
19 5 MENU FUNCTION LIST e h t n O y a l p s i d u n e M . o N n o i t c n u F s n o i t c e l e S t l u a f e D . f e R e g a P P T S 1 e z i s p e t s y c n e u q e r F / 0 5 / 0 3 / 5 2 / 0 2 / 5 1 / 5 . 2 1 / 0 1 / 5 2 . 6 / 5 / 5 . 2 z H k 0 0 1 e e s ( s e i r a V ) e g a p e c n e r e f e r 6 ...
Page 28 - OPERATING THROUGH REPEATERS; OFFSET PROGRAMMING FLOW; Select a receive frequency.
22 6 OPERATING THROUGH REPEATERS Repeaters, which are often installed and maintained byradio clubs, are usually located on mountain tops orother elevated locations. They generally operate athigher ERP (Effective Radiated Power) than a typicalstation. This combination of elevation and high ERPallows ...
Page 29 - PROGRAMMING AN OFFSET; • “+” or “–” appears above the frequency, indicating which; • The selectable range is from 0.00 MHz to 69.95 MHz in
23 6 PROGRAMMING AN OFFSET You must first select an amateur radio repeater downlinkfrequency as described in “S ELECTING AN O FFSET F REQUENCY ”. S ELECTING AN O FFSET D IRECTION Select whether the transmit frequency will be higher (+)or lower (–) than the receive frequency. 1 Press [F] , [MENU] and...
Page 30 - Available Tone Frequencies
24 6 A CTIVATING THE T ONE F UNCTION To activate Tone, press [F] , [CALL] . • As you press [F] , [CALL] , the selection cycles as follows: “OFF” ➞ “TONE” ➞ “CTCSS” ➞ “DCS” ➞ “OFF”. • “T” appears on the upper part of display, indicating that the Tone function is activated. Note: You cannot use the To...
Page 31 - AUTOMATIC REPEATER OFFSET; K market version only; E market version only; TRANSMITTING A 1750 Hz TONE; • On E market models, pressing
25 6 AUTOMATIC REPEATER OFFSET This function automatically selects an offset direction,according to the frequency on the VHF band. Thetransceiver is programmed for an offset direction asshown below. To obtain an up-to-date band plan forrepeater offset direction, contact your national AmateurRadio as...
Page 32 - REVERSE FUNCTION; To swap the transmission and reception frequencies:; • “R” appears when the function is ON.; indicator starts blinking.; ” appears when the function is ON.
26 6 REVERSE FUNCTION The reverse function exchanges a separate receptionand transmission frequency. So, while using a repeater,you can manually check the strength of a signal that youreceive directly from the other station. If the station’ssignal is strong, both stations should move to a simplexfre...
Page 33 - TONE FREQUENCY ID SCAN
27 6 Note: ◆ Pressing [PTT] causes the “ ” icon to quit blinking. ◆ ASC can be activated while operating in Simplex Mode. However, it does not change the Transmission/Reception frequencies. ◆ ASC does not function while scanning. ◆ Activating ASC while using Reverse switches Reverse OFF. ◆ If you re...
Page 34 - MEMORY CHANNELS; NUMBER OF MEMORY CHANNELS; • Simplex frequency operation
28 7 MEMORY CHANNELS In Memory Channels, you can store frequencies andrelated data that you frequently use so that you do notneed to reprogram that data every time. You can quicklyrecall a programmed channel through simple operation.A total of 200 Memory Channels (100 when using theMemory Name funct...
Page 35 - control to select your desired; • You can also directly enter a desired frequency using; Press; • A Memory Channel number appears and blinks.
29 7 The data listed below can be stored in each MemoryChannel: r e t e m a r a P & x e l p m i S r e t a e p e R t i l p S - d d O y c n e u q e r f e v i e c e R s e Y s e Y y c n e u q e r f t i m s n a r T s e Y y c n e u q e r f e n o T s e Y s e Y N O e n o T s e Y s e Y y c n e u q e r f ...
Page 36 - STORING ODD-SPLIT REPEATER FREQUENCIES; • The transmission frequency is stored in the Memory; RECALLING A MEMORY CHANNEL; • The Memory Channel last used is recalled.; • You cannot recall an empty Memory Channel.
30 7 • Memory Channel numbers L0/U0 ~ L2/U2 {page 40}, Pr {page 43}, and AL (Weather Alert) {page 36} (K marketmodels only) are reserved for other functions. 5 Turn the Tuning control or press Mic [UP] / [DWN] to select the Memory Channel in which you want tostore the data. 6 Press [MR] to store the...
Page 37 - CLEARING A MEMORY CHANNEL
31 7 U SING THE M ICROPHONE K EYPAD You can also recall a Memory Channel by entering adesired Memory Channel number with the microphonekeypad. 1 Press [MR] to enter Memory Recall mode. 2 Press the microphone key assigned the ENTERfunction. 3 Enter the channel number using the microphonekeypad. • For...
Page 38 - NAMING A MEMORY CHANNEL
32 7 NAMING A MEMORY CHANNEL You can name Memory Channels using up to 6alphanumeric characters. When you recall a namedMemory Channel, its name appears on the display inplace of the stored frequency. Names can be call signs,repeater names, cities, names of people, etc. In order touse the Memory Name...
Page 39 - MEMORY CHANNEL TRANSFER; VFO T; • Alternatively, press
33 7 MEMORY CHANNEL TRANSFER M EMORY \ VFO T RANSFER After retrieving frequencies and associated data fromMemory Recall Mode, you can copy the data to the VFO.This function is useful, for example, when the frequencyyou want to monitor is near the frequency stored in aMemory Channel. 1 Press [MR] , t...
Page 41 - CALL CHANNEL
35 7 CALL CHANNEL Call Channel default settings: • On K and M market models, pressing [CALL] changes the transceiver to the Call Channel. • On E market models, pressing [CALL] causes the transceiver to transmit a 1750 Hz tone {page 25}. The Call Channel can be recalled instantly no matterwhat freque...
Page 42 - • “WX” appears on the display.
36 7 Note: ◆ When you recall an odd-split Call Channel, “+” and “–” appear on the display. ◆ Transmit offset status and Reverse status are not stored in an odd-split Call Channel. WEATHER ALERT (K M ARKET M ODELS O NLY ) Any of the NOAA Weather Radio channels can beprogrammed to the AL memory channe...
Page 43 - CHANNEL DISPLAY
37 7 4 Press any key other than [MENU] to exit Menu Mode. • The transceiver automatically changes to the AL channel. • The Tone, CTCSS, and DCS functions cannot be configured to the AL channel. • Priority Scan is set to OFF automatically when the Weather Alert function is turned ON. 5 To exit Weathe...
Page 45 - SCAN; This transceiver provides the following types of scans.; ll
39 8 SCAN Scan is a useful function for hands-off monitoring of yourfavorite frequencies. By becoming comfortable with alltypes of scan, you will increase your operating efficiency. This transceiver provides the following types of scans. e p y T n a c S e s o p r u P l a m r o N n a c S n a c S d n ...
Page 46 - NORMAL SCAN; • Scan starts from the current frequency.; Storing a Program Scan Frequency Range
40 8 NORMAL SCAN When you are operating the transceiver in VFO Mode,3 types of scanning are available: Band Scan, ProgramScan, and MHz Scan. B AND S CAN The transceiver scans the entire band of the frequencyyou selected. For example, if you are operating andreceiving at 144.525 MHz, it scans all the...
Page 47 - Performing Program Scan
41 8 7 Turn the Tuning control or press Mic [UP] / [DWN] to select a matching Memory Channel from U0 ~ U2. • For example, if you have selected “L0” in step 3, select Memory Channel “U0”. 8 Press [MR] to store the end frequency in the Memory Channel. ■ Performing Program Scan 1 Press [VFO] and turn t...
Page 48 - MEMORY SCAN
42 8 MEMORY SCAN Memory Scan monitors Memory Channels in which youhave stored frequencies. A LL -C HANNEL S CAN The transceiver scans all of the Memory Channels inwhich you have stored frequencies. 1 Press [MR] (1s) . • Scan starts from the last Memory Channel number and ascends up through the chann...
Page 49 - CALL SCAN; PRIORITY SCAN
43 8 CALL SCAN You can alternate between monitoring the Call Channeland the current operating frequency. 1 Select the frequency (in VFO or Memory RecallMode) you want to monitor. • In VFO Mode, turn the Tuning control or press Mic [UP] / [DWN] to select the desired frequency. • In Memory Recall Mode...
Page 50 - MEMORY CHANNEL LOCKOUT
44 8 U SING P RIORITY S CAN 1 Press [F] , [MENU] and turn the Tuning control to select Menu No. 12 (PRI). 2 Press [MENU] and turn the Tuning control to select “ON” or “OFF” (default). 3 Press [MENU] to store the setting or any other key to cancel. • “PRI” appears. 4 Press any key other than [MENU] t...
Page 51 - SCAN RESUME METHOD; Carrier-Operated Mode
45 8 SCAN RESUME METHOD The transceiver stops scanning at the frequency (orMemory Channel) where a signal is detected. It thencontinues or stops scanning according to which ResumeMode you have selected. • Time-Operated Mode (default) The transceiver remains on a busy frequency (orMemory Channel) for...
Page 52 - SELECTIVE CALL; CTCSS AND DCS; CTCSS; To activate CTCSS, press
46 9 SELECTIVE CALL CTCSS AND DCS You may sometimes want to hear calls from only specificpersons or groups. In this case, use Selective Call. Thistransceiver is equipped with CTCSS (Continuous ToneCoded Squelch System) and DCS (Digital Coded Squelch).These Selective Calls allow you to ignore (not he...
Page 53 - • The selectable CTCSS frequencies are the same as; Available CTCSS Tone Frequencies; CTCSS F; ID S
47 9 S ELECTING A CTCSS F REQUENCY 1 Press [F] , [MENU] and turn the Tuning control or press Mic [UP] / [DWN] to select Menu No. 3 (CT). • The current CTCSS frequency appears. 2 Press [MENU] and turn the Tuning control to select your desired CTCSS frequency. • The selectable CTCSS frequencies are th...
Page 54 - DCS; DCS C
48 9 • While scanning, the decimal point of the CTCSS frequency blinks. • To reverse the scan direction, turn the Tuning control or press Mic [UP] / [DWN] . • To quit the function, press any key. • When a CTCSS frequency is identified, the identifiedfrequency appears and blinks. 3 Press [MENU] to pr...
Page 56 - MANUAL DIALING; • The corresponding DTMF tones are transmitted.; DTMF M
50 10 DUAL TONE MULTI-FREQUENCY (DTMF) FUNCTIONS This transceiver provides you with 10 dedicated DTMFMemory Channels. You can store a DTMF number (16digits max.) in each of these channels to recall later forspeed dialing. Many repeaters in the U.S.A. and Canada offer a servicecalled Autopatch. You c...
Page 57 - DTMF TX H; AUTOMATIC DIALER; DTMF N
51 10 DTMF TX H OLD This function causes the transceiver to remain intransmission mode for 2 seconds after you release eachkey. So, you can release Mic [PTT] while sending DTMF tones. 1 Press [F] , [MENU] and turn the Tuning control to select Menu No. 30 (DT.H). 2 Press [MENU] and turn the Tuning co...
Page 58 - DTMF T
52 10 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 to enter up to 16 digits. 7 Press [MENU] to complete the entry. • Press any key other than [MR] , [VFO] , [F] , and [MENU] to cancel the entry. • To complete an entry of less than 16 digits, press [MENU] two times. 8 Press any key other than [MENU] to exit Menu Mode. C O...
Page 59 - DTMF LOCK
53 10 A DJUSTING THE P AUSE D URATION You can change the pause duration (a space digit)stored in Memory Channels. The default setting is500 milliseconds. 1 Press [F] , [MENU] and turn the Tuning control to select Menu No. 31 (PA). 2 Press [MENU] and turn the Tuning control to select 100, 250, 500 (d...
Page 60 - AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS; BEAT SHIFT
54 11 AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS APO (AUTO POWER OFF) The transceiver switches OFF automatically if no keys orcontrols are pressed or adjusted for the selectedduration. One minute before the transceiver switchesOFF, warning beeps sound for a few seconds and “APO”blinks. You can select the APO time from OFF...
Page 61 - BEEP FUNCTION
55 11 1 Press [F] , [MENU] and turn the Tuning control to select Menu No. 8 (SSQ). 2 Press [MENU] and turn the Tuning control to select “ON” or “OFF” (default). 3 Press [MENU] to store the setting. • The S-meter setting segments appear. 4 Press any key other than [MENU] to exit Menu Mode. 5 Press [F...
Page 62 - BUSY CHANNEL LOCKOUT; FREQUENCY STEP SIZE
56 11 3 Press [MENU] to store the setting or any other key to cancel. 4 Press any key other than [MENU] to exit Menu Mode. The transceiver generates the following warning beepseven if the Beep function is turned OFF. • APO warning beeps {page 54} • Weather Alert beep {page 36} • Time-out Timer warni...
Page 63 - DISPLAY BACKLIGHT
57 11 The default step size for each model is as follows: e d o C t e k r a M e z i S p e t S y c n e u q e r F t l u a f e D K z H k 5 E z H k 5 . 2 1 2 M z H k 5 . 2 1 3 M z H k 5 . 2 1 Note: The market code is printed on the barcode label of the carton box. DISPLAY BACKLIGHT You can manually chan...
Page 64 - LOCK FUNCTION; ” appears when this function is ON.; DATA COMMUNICATION SPEED; TUNE ENABLE
58 11 LOCK FUNCTION The lock function disables most of the keys to preventyou from accidentally activating a function. TransceiverLock is suitable for a typical mobile installation whereyou select most operations using the microphone. 1 Press [F] (1s) . • “ ” appears when this function is ON. • The ...
Page 65 - MICROPHONE PF KEYS (K; Programmable Functions
59 11 3 Press [MENU] to store the setting or any other key to cancel. 4 Press any key other than [MENU] to exit Menu Mode. MICROPHONE PF KEYS (K EYPAD M ODELS O NLY ) You can access many transceiver settings without usingtransceiver keys or controls. Microphone keys PF/D,MR/C, VFO/B, and CALL/A are ...
Page 66 - NARROW BAND FM OPERATION
60 11 • SHIFT: Shift function ON/OFF • LOW: Select transmission power • BRIGHT: Adjust display backlight • LOCK: Transceiver Lock function ON/OFF (must be held down for 1 second to activate) • TONE: Selection for Tone/ Selective Call • STEP: Select the frequency step size Note: Rather than entering ...
Page 67 - PROGRAMMABLE VFO
61 11 3 Turn the Tuning control to select a character. • You can enter the following alphanumeric characters: 0 ~ 9, A ~ Z, – (hyphen), / (slash), and a space. • Rather than using the Tuning control, you can use the Mic keypad (keypad models only) to enter alphanumericcharacters {page 64}. 4 Press [...
Page 69 - MICROPHONE CONTROL; ti
63 12 MICROPHONE CONTROL You can change numerous transceiver settings by operating the Mic DTMF keys. The following table shows what function is switched ON and OFF or which setting is changed by pressing the DTMFkeys in the appropriate mode of operation. y e K e d o M X R e d o M X T 1 e m a N y r ...
Page 70 - MIC LOCK
64 12 1 DTMF tones are not transmitted in TX Mode if theDTMF Lock function is ON. 2 When transmitting a stored DTMF number, press Mic [PTT] +Mic [PF/D ], release Mic [PF/D] , then press a Memory Channel number from 0 to 9. To transmit the“D” tone, press Mic [PF/D] again. 3 On the display, is represe...
Page 71 - OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
65 13 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES MC-60A Stand Microphone (MJ-88 required) PG-2N DC Power Cable Programming Cable SP-50B Communications Speaker MCP-1A Memory Control Program (Free Software) The MCP-1A can bedownloaded at: http://www.kenwood.com/i/products/info/amateur.html PG-3B DC Line Noise Filter MJ-88 ...
Page 72 - TROUBLESHOOTING; MAINTENANCE; You may return this product for service to the authorized; dealer from whom you purchased it, or any; service center. A copy of the; • Model and serial number of equipment
66 14 TROUBLESHOOTING MAINTENANCE G ENERAL I NFORMATION This product has been factory aligned and tested tospecification before shipment. Under normalcircumstances, the transceiver will operate inaccordance with these instructions. All adjustabletrimmers, coils, and resistors in the transceiver were...
Page 73 - RESETTING THE TRANSCEIVER; With the transceiver power OFF, press; • All indicators light momentarily, followed by the full reset; • Press any key other than; • “WAIT” appears momentarily.
67 14 Note: ◆ Record the date of purchase, serial number and dealer from whom this product was purchased. ◆ For your own information, retain a written record of any maintenance performed on this product. ◆ When claiming warranty service, please include a photocopy of the bill of sale, or other proof...
Page 77 - SPECIFICATIONS
71 SPECIFICATIONS Specifications are subject to change without notice due to advancements in technology. l a r e n e G e g n a r y c n e u q e r f X T s l e d o m t e k r a m K z H M 8 4 1 ~ 4 4 1 s l e d o m t e k r a m E z H M 6 4 1 ~ 4 4 1 s l e d o m t e k r a m 3 M , 2 M z H M 4 7 1 ~ 6 3 1 s l...
Page 79 - INDEX
73 INDEX 1750 Hz .................................. 25Accessories Optional .............................. 65Supplied ................................ 1 All-Channel Scan .................... 42Automatic Power Off ............... 54Automatic Repeater Offset ...... 25Automatic Simplex Check ....... 26A...
