Kenwood TK 3310 Manual

The Kenwood TK 3310 is a professional UHF two-way radio designed for business and commercial use. This compact, lightweight portable radio offers 128 channels, 5W output power, robust construction, and advanced features including programmable scanning, CTCSS/DCS, and emergency alarm function. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Installation 3. First-Time Setup 4. Specifications 5. Controls and Settings 6. Programming the Radio 7. Operation 8. Battery Information 9. Care & Maintenance 10. Regulatory Information 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: UHF transceiver, LCD display, programmable buttons, antenna, battery pack, belt clip.

FeatureDescription
Frequency RangeUHF 400-470 MHz
Channels128 programmable channels
Output Power5W (High), 1W (Low)
BatteryLi-ion 1500mAh standard
DisplayBacklit LCD with channel info
ScanningProgrammable scan with priority
CTCSS/DCS38 CTCSS tones, 104 DCS codes
Emergency AlarmProgrammable emergency function
Dimensions58W x 118H x 37D mm
WeightApprox. 350g with battery

Installation

Unpack and inspect contents. Install battery and antenna.

  1. Battery installation: Align battery contacts, slide battery onto radio until it clicks.
  2. Antenna installation: Screw antenna clockwise into antenna connector.
  3. Belt clip: Attach to back of radio if required.
  4. Charger: Place radio in charger for initial charging.

WARNING! Do not transmit without antenna attached. Ensure battery is properly installed.

First-Time Setup

Power on radio; basic configuration steps.

  1. Charge battery: Place in charger until LED indicates full charge.
  2. Power on: Rotate volume knob clockwise to turn on.
  3. Select channel: Use channel selector knob.
  4. Adjust volume: Rotate volume knob to desired level.
  5. Squelch: Adjust squelch level if necessary.

CAUTION! Radio must be programmed before use. Contact system administrator.

Specifications

Controls and Settings

Front Panel: Volume knob, channel selector, PTT button, programmable buttons.

Display Indicators: Channel number, battery level, transmit indicator, scan status, busy indicator.

Basic Controls: Power/Volume knob, Channel selector, PTT (Push-to-Talk), Monitor button, Programmable side buttons. Menu Settings: Squelch level, Scan settings, Power level (High/Low), Time-out timer, Battery save.

Programming the Radio

Requires KPG-89D programming software and programming cable.

  1. Install KPG-89D software on Windows PC.
  2. Connect programming cable to radio and PC.
  3. Read current data from radio.
  4. Program frequencies, CTCSS/DCS, power settings.
  5. Configure scan lists and programmable buttons.
  6. Write data to radio.

Tip: Backup programming data before making changes.

Operation

Basic radio operation procedures.

  1. Transmit: Press and hold PTT button, speak clearly into microphone.
  2. Receive: Release PTT to listen; adjust volume as needed.
  3. Channel selection: Rotate channel selector knob.
  4. Scanning: Press programmed scan button to start/stop scan.
  5. Monitor: Press monitor button to open squelch.
  6. Emergency: Press emergency button if programmed.

WARNING! Only transmit when necessary. Keep transmissions brief.

Battery Information

Battery charging and maintenance.

CAUTION! Do not expose battery to extreme temperatures. Use only approved chargers.

Care & Maintenance

Clean with damp cloth only; no solvents or abrasives.

CAUTION! Do not submerge radio in water. Keep away from dust and chemicals.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 90 certified for land mobile radio service. This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation subject to condition that device does not cause harmful interference. For support, contact Kenwood authorized dealer or visit www.kenwood.com.

Troubleshooting

SymptomPossible CauseCorrective Action
No powerBattery discharged/defectiveCharge battery; check battery contacts.
No transmissionPTT button/antennaCheck PTT function; ensure antenna properly attached.
Poor receptionAntenna/squelch settingCheck antenna connection; adjust squelch level.
No audioVolume setting/speakerAdjust volume; check speaker operation.
Display blankBattery/backlight settingCharge battery; check backlight timeout setting.

Reset: Requires programming software reset.

Service: Contact authorized Kenwood service center.

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