Kenwood TK-2170 SERIES User Manual

FUNC (K)/Ver. 1.01 Confidential Contents Index 1
1 BASIC FUNCTIONS
1.1 Functions and Panel Layout
1.1.1 Model List
TK-2170/ TK-3170 and TK-3173 have the following
variations. The antenna is an optional part. A user must
procure and install the following antenna or antenna
recommended by Kenwood if an antenna is required.
Table 1-1 Model List
1.1.2 TK-2170/ TK-3170/ TK-3173
Figure 1-1 4-key Keypad Model
Figure 1-2 16-key Keypad Model
Antenna
This is the antenna of the transceiver. A user must
procure and install the antenna since the antenna is
an optional part.
Selector
The selector can be used to change the zone or
channel.
Power Switch/ Volume Control
Turn this switch clockwise to turn the transceiver ON.
The volume control allows a user to adjust the
volume level emitted from the speaker.
Transmit LED/ Busy LED
These LEDs light when the transceiver sends or
receives signals. (Refer to 3 Display on page 14.)
AUX Key
Press the AUX key to activate the assigned function.
Model
Name
Optional
Antenna
Frequency
Coverage
Keypad System
TK-2170 K
KRA-16
(Stubby)
KRA-22
(Helical)
KRA-26
(Whip)
136 to 174 MHz 4-key Conventional
TK-2170 K2
KRA-16
(Stubby)
KRA-22
(Helical)
KRA-26
(Whip)
136 to 174 MHz 16-key Conventional
TK-3170 K
KRA-17
(Stubby)
KRA-23
(Helical)
KRA-27
(Whip)
450 to 490 MHz 4-key Conventional
TK-3170 K3
KRA-17
(Stubby)
KRA-23
(Helical)
KRA-27
(Whip)
400 to 430 MHz 4-key Conventional
TK-3170 K4
KRA-17
(Stubby)
KRA-23
(Helical)
KRA-27
(Whip)
450 to 490 MHz 16-key Conventional
TK-3170 K6
KRA-17
(Stubby)
KRA-23
(Helical)
KRA-27
(Whip)
400 to 430 MHz 16-key Conventional
TK-3173 K
KRA-17
(Stubby)
KRA-23
(Helical)
KRA-27
(Whip)
450 to 490 MHz 4-key
LTR Trunked
radio system

Kenwood TK-2170 SERIES Specifications

General

Frequency Range	136-174 MHz
IP Rating	IP54
Number of Channels	128
Channel Spacing	12.5 kHz/25 kHz
Operating Temperature	-30°C to +60°C

Summary

1 BASIC FUNCTIONS

1.1 Functions and Panel Layout

Overview of transceiver controls and indicators.

1.2 Zone Description

Explanation of zone configuration for communication.

1.6 Squelch Level

Adjusting squelch to filter unwanted signals.

1.9 Key Lock

Disabling transceiver keys to prevent accidental changes.

2 BASIC OPERATION

2.1 Turning the Transceiver ON/ OFF

Procedures for powering the transceiver on and off.

2.4 Changing the Zone

Method to change the current zone using controls.

2.8 Direct CH/GID

Jumping to a programmed CH/GID with a single key press.

3 DISPLAY

3.4 LCD

Details on LCD display elements and available characters.

3.5 Icons

List and description of icons displayed on the LCD.

4 SOUNDS

4.1 Tone Pattern

List of configurable tones for different events and functions.

5 PASSWORD FUNCTION

5.1 Transceiver Password

Prevents unauthorized operation by requiring a password.

5.2 Read Authorization Password

Prevents reading configuration data by unauthorized persons.

8 KEY ASSIGNMENT

8.1 Assigning Functions to the Selector

Configuring functions for the Selector control.

8.2 Assigning Functions to PF keys

Configuring functions for Programmable Function keys.

9 TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT)

9.1 Conventional Group

TOT settings for conventional communication groups.

12 PTT ID

12.1 PTT ID Type

Configuration of PTT ID formats (DTMF, FleetSync).

12.2 PTT ID (CH/GID)

Timing configuration for transmitting PTT ID.

14 CONVENTIONAL GROUP

14.1 Zone

Functions related to zones in conventional groups.

14.2 Channel

Functions related to channels in conventional groups.

15 LTR TRUNKING

15.1 Zone

Functions related to zones in LTR trunking systems.

15.5 System Search

Automatically searching for available systems.

16 SIGNALING

16.1 QT/DQT Decode/ Encode

Configuration for QT/DQT signaling for selective calls.

16.3 Signaling (Audio Control)

Configuring conditions for disabling the Mute function.

18 DTMF

18.1 Sending DTMF Code

Methods for sending DTMF codes (Manual Dialing, Store & Send).

18.4 Autodial

Storing and programming DTMF codes for autodialing.

19 2-TONE

19.1 Transmitting 2-tone

Selecting and transmitting 2-tone encode tones.

19.3 Decode

Configuration options for 2-tone decoding.

20 FLEETSYNC

20.1 PTT ID Function

Transmitting an identification code stored in the transceiver.

20.2 Selcall Function

Making selective calls using FleetSync IDs.

20.3 Status Message Function

Sending and receiving status messages.

20.6 Stack

Storing received Selcalls, Status, and Short Messages.

21 SCAN

21.1 Scan Operation

Conditions for starting and resuming scans.

21.4 Priority Scan

Scanning high-priority channels regardless of configuration.

21.6 Configuring the Scan

Various scan configurations available via KPG-101D.

22 EMERGENCY MODE

22.1 Configuring Emergency Mode

Various functions configurable for Emergency Mode.

22.1.22 Emergency ID

Type of control and code sent during emergency transmission/reception.

25 VOX

25.1 Configuring the VOX Function

Various functions related to the VOX function.

25.1.1 VOX Gain Level

Configuring microphone sensitivity for VOX transmit.

26 VOICE SCRAMBLER

26.1 Configuring the Voice Scrambler

Functions related to configuring voice scramblers.

26.1.3 Scrambler (Optional Scrambler)

Configuring the optional scrambler and its code.