Kenwood 2 Way Manual

TK-2402    TK-2402V
TK-3402 TK-3402U
© B62-2479-00 (K, P)
09 08 07 06 05 04 03 02 01 00VHF FM TRANSCEIVER
UHF FM TRANSCEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUALÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR FM VHF
ÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR FM UHF
MODE D’EMPLOITRANSCEPTOR FM VHF
TRANSCEPTOR FM UHF
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES 

VHF FM TRANSCEIVER
UHF FM TRANSCEIVER
TK-2402    TK-2402V
TK-3402 TK-3402U
INSTRUCTION MANUALENGLISH
ATTENTION:The RBRC Recycle seal found on 
KENWOOD lithium-
ion (Li-ion) battery packs indicates 
KENWOOD’s 
voluntary participation in an industry program to collect 
and recycle Li-ion batteries after their operating life 
has expired.  The RBRC program is an alternative to 
disposing Li-ion batteries with your regular refuse or in 
municipal waste streams, which is illegal in some areas.
For information...

THANK YOU
We are grateful you have chosen KENWOOD for your land 
mobile radio applications. 
NOTICES TO THE USER
◆  Government law prohibits the operation of unlicensed radio 
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.
Terminal DescriptionsSpeaker/...

i
One or more of the following statements may be 
applicable:
FCC WARNING
This equipment generates or uses radio frequency energy.  
Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful 
interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the 
instruction manual.  The user could lose the authority to operate this 
equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.
INFORMATION TO THE DIGITAL DEVICE USER REQUIRED BY 
THE FCC
This equipment has been tested and found to comply...

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PRECAUTIONS
•  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...

iii
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 aircrafts. (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...

iv
Information concerning the battery pack:
The battery pack includes flammable objects such as organic 
solvent.  Mishandling may cause the battery to rupture 
producing flames or extreme heat, deteriorate, or cause other 
forms of damage to the battery.  Please observe the following 
prohibitive matters.
• 
Do not disassemble or reconstruct battery!
  The battery pack has a safety function and protection circuit to 
avoid danger.  If they suffer serious damage, the battery may 
generate heat or smoke,...

v
• 
Use only the specified charger and observe charging 
requirements!
  If the battery is charged in unspecified conditions (under high 
temperature over the regulated value, excessive high voltage or 
current over regulated value, or with a remodeled charger), it may 
overcharge or an abnormal chemical reaction may occur.  The 
battery may generate heat or smoke, rupture, or burst into flame.
• 
Do not pierce the battery with any object, strike it with an 
instrument, or step on it!
  This may break...

vi
• 
Do not touch a ruptured and leaking battery!
  If the electrolyte liquid from the battery gets into your eyes, wash 
your eyes with fresh water as soon as possible, without rubbing 
your eyes.  Go to the hospital immediately.  If left untreated, it may 
cause eye-problems.
• 
Do not charge the battery for longer than the specified time!
  If the battery pack has not finished charging even after the 
regulated time has passed, stop it.  The battery may generate heat 
or smoke, rupture, or burst into...

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CONTENTS
UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT .........................1
PREPARATION .........................................................2
ORIENTATION ..........................................................6
PROGRAMMABLE AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS........................7
BASIC OPERATIONS ................................................ 10
VOICE OPERATED TRANSMISSION (VOX) ....................... 11
BACKGROUND OPERATIONS ...................................... 12
UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT
Carefully...