KENWOOD TK-D240V (01) PDF Document

If your KENWOOD TK-D240V causes harmful interference, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, you are 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.

Please adhere to the following precautions when using your KENWOOD TK-D240V:

• 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.

• The charger is the device that disconnects the unit from the AC mains line. The AC plug should be readily accessible.

• To dispose of batteries, be sure to comply with the laws and regulations in your country or region.

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 aircraft. (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.

• Do not expose the transceiver to extremely hot or cold conditions.

• Do not carry the battery pack with metal objects, as they may short the battery terminals.

• Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced; replace only with the same type.

• Do not expose the transceiver to long periods of direct sunlight, nor place it near heating appliances.

The battery pack includes flammable objects. Mishandling may cause the battery to rupture, producing flames or extreme heat. Please observe the following prohibitive matters:

• Do not disassemble or reconstruct battery! The battery pack has a safety function and protection circuit. Serious damage may cause the battery to generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.

• Do not short-circuit the battery! Do not join the + and – terminals with metal. If the battery pack is short-circuited, excessive current will flow and the battery may generate heat, smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.

• Do not incinerate or apply heat to the battery! This can damage safety functions and ignite the electrolyte, which may cause the battery to generate heat, smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.

• Do not leave the battery near fire or other heat generators (areas reaching over 80°C/ 176°F)! High temperatures can cause an internal short-circuit, leading to heat, smoke, rupture, or flame.

• Do not immerse the battery in water or get it wet by other means! If the protection circuit is damaged, the battery may charge at extreme current/voltage, causing an abnormal chemical reaction and potential heat, smoke, rupture, or flame.

• Do not charge the battery near fire or under direct sunlight! A damaged protection circuit can lead to an abnormal chemical reaction, causing the battery to generate heat, smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.

• Use only the specified charger and observe charging requirements! Charging in unspecified conditions may cause overcharging or abnormal chemical reactions, leading to heat, smoke, rupture, or flame.

• Do not pierce the battery with any object, strike it, or step on it! This can cause a short-circuit, leading to heat, smoke, rupture, or flame.

• Do not jar or throw the battery! An impact may cause the battery to leak or its protection circuit to be damaged, leading to abnormal chemical reactions and potential heat, smoke, rupture, or flame.

• Do not use the battery pack if it is damaged in any way! It may generate heat, smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.

• Do not solder directly onto the battery! This can damage safety functions, leading to heat, smoke, rupture, or flame.

• Do not reverse the battery polarity! When charging a reversed battery, an abnormal chemical reaction may occur, generating heat, smoke, rupture, or flame.

• Do not reverse-charge or reverse-connect the battery! Forcing a connection with reversed polarity will cause an abnormal chemical reaction, leading to heat, smoke, rupture, or flame.

• Do not touch a ruptured and leaking battery! If electrolyte liquid gets into your eyes, wash them with fresh water immediately without rubbing and go to the hospital.

• Do not charge the battery for longer than the specified time! If charging is not finished after the regulated time, stop it to prevent heat, smoke, rupture, or flame.

• Do not place the battery pack into a microwave or high pressure container! The battery may generate heat, smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.

• Keep ruptured and leaking battery packs away from fire! Leaking electrolyte can easily catch on fire and cause the battery to generate smoke or burst into flame.

• Do not use an abnormal battery! If the battery pack emits a bad odor, has different coloring, is deformed, or seems abnormal, remove it from the charger or equipment and do not use it to prevent heat, smoke, rupture, or flame.

The following accessories are supplied with your KENWOOD TK-D240V:

• Antenna (1)

• Battery charger/ AC adapter (KSC-35S) (1)

• Li-ion Battery pack (KNB-45L) (1)

• Speaker/ microphone jack cover (1)

• Speaker/ microphone locking bracket (1)

• Belt clip (KBH-10) (1)

• Screw (M3 x 8 mm) (2)

• Channel stopper (1)

• User Guide (1)

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.

The Channel Stopper prevents selecting channels that do not exist. You can set it for channels 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, and 14.

1. Set the Channel selector to channel 1, then pull the Channel selector knob off the transceiver.

2. Insert the channel stopper.

3. Set the arrow of the Channel stopper to the highest channel number for the transceiver.

4. Reinsert the Channel selector knob.

To install the battery pack:

1. Align the battery pack with the back of the transceiver.

2. Press the battery pack and transceiver firmly together until the release latch on the base of the transceiver locks.

To remove the battery pack:

1. Lift the safety catch on the base of the transceiver.

2. Press the release latch underneath the safety catch.

3. While pressing the release latch, pull the battery pack away from the transceiver.

ATTENTION: Always switch OFF a transceiver equipped with a battery pack before inserting it into the charger.

1. Plug the AC adapter cable into the jack located on the rear of the charger.

2. Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet.

3. Slide a battery pack or a transceiver with a battery pack into the charging slot. Ensure the metal contacts mate securely. The indicator lights red and charging begins.

4. When charging is completed, the indicator lights green. Remove the battery pack or transceiver from the charger.

It takes approximately 3 hours to charge the battery pack. When the charger is not in use for a long time, unplug the AC adapter.

• Indicator blinks red: The battery pack is either defective or the battery pack contacts are not properly mated with those of the charger.

• Indicator flashes green and orange: The battery pack has not satisfied the charging start temperature. Remove the battery pack from the charger and wait until it reaches a normal temperature before charging it again.

Note: 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.

If necessary, attach the belt clip using the two supplied M3 x 8 mm screws.

CAUTION: Do not use glue which is designed to prevent screw loosening when installing the belt clip, as it may cause damage to the transceiver’s back panel.

Install the cap when not using an optional speaker/microphone or headset to keep the transceiver water resistant.

To Install the Cap:

1. Place the cap over the jacks so that the locking tabs insert into the transceiver grooves.

2. While holding the cap in place, push it towards the bottom of the transceiver until the tabs on the cap click into place.

To Remove the Cap:

Hold the top of the cap in place with your finger while inserting a 2 mm or smaller flat blade screwdriver under the bottom of the cap. Slowly slide the screwdriver in until its tip touches the tab inside the cap, then gently pry the cap up (handle of screwdriver moving away from the transceiver) to remove the cap.

Note: The transceiver is not fully water resistant when using a speaker/microphone or headset.

1. Insert the speaker/microphone (or headset) plugs into the speaker/microphone jacks of the transceiver.

2. Place the locking bracket over the plugs so that the locking tabs insert into the transceiver grooves. Push down on the locking bracket to slide it into place.

3. While holding the locking bracket in place, push it towards the bottom of the transceiver until the tabs on the bracket click into place.

To remove the locking bracket, push the bracket up from the base.

• ① Selector: Rotate to change the operating channel.

• ② LED indicator: Shows the operational status of the transceiver.

• ③ Power switch/ Volume control: Turn clockwise to switch ON. Turn counterclockwise until it clicks to switch OFF. Rotate to adjust the volume level.

• ④ PTT (Push to Talk) switch: Press and hold, then speak into the microphone to transmit.

• ⑤ Side 1 key: Press to activate its programmable function.

• ⑥ Side 2 key: Press to activate its programmable function.

• ⑦ Speaker/ microphone jacks: Insert the Speaker/microphone or Headset plug into this jack.

• Switching Power ON/OFF: Turn the Power switch/Volume control clockwise to switch the transceiver ON. Turn it counterclockwise fully to switch the transceiver OFF.

• Adjusting the Volume: Rotate the Power switch/Volume control to adjust the volume. Clockwise increases the volume and counterclockwise decreases it.

1. Select the desired zone using the key programmed as [Zone Up] or [Zone Down]. Each zone contains a group of channels.

2. Select the desired channel using the Selector (default). Each channel is programmed with settings for transmitting and receiving.

1. Select the desired zone and channel.

2. Press the key programmed as [Monitor] or [Squelch Off] to check whether or not the channel is free. If the channel is busy, wait until it becomes free.

3. Press the PTT switch and speak into the microphone. Release the PTT switch to receive.

For best sound quality, hold the transceiver approximately 1.5 inches (3 – 4 cm) from your mouth.

Select the desired zone and channel. If signaling has been programmed on the selected channel, you will hear a call only if the received signal matches your transceiver settings.

Receiving Group Calls: When you receive a group call and the received group ID matches the ID set up on your transceiver, you can hear the caller’s voice.

Receiving Individual Calls: When you receive an individual call, a ringing tone will sound. To respond to the call, press and hold the PTT switch and speak into the transceiver as you would during a normal transmission.

* Your dealer can set the LED to blink either orange or blue for Transceiver operation.