Kenwood Walkie Talkie TK 3107 Manual

The Kenwood TK-3107 is a professional-grade VHF FM two-way portable radio designed for commercial and industrial use. Featuring robust construction, 16 channels, programmable functions, and reliable communication capabilities. Below are key sections covering safety, features, operation, programming, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Installation & Setup 3. Basic Operation 4. Specifications 5. Controls and Functions 6. Programming Instructions 7. Battery & Charging 8. Advanced Features 9. Maintenance & Care 10. Regulatory Information 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Durable housing, LCD display, programmable buttons, antenna, battery pack, belt clip.

Feature	Description
Frequency Range	VHF 136-174 MHz
Channels	16 programmable channels
Output Power	5W (High), 1W (Low)
Battery	Ni-MH or Li-Ion battery pack
LCD Display	Channel number, battery status, signal indicator
Programmable Buttons	Mon/T-Call, LAMP, SCAN, SQL-OFF
Antenna	Detachable flexible antenna
Audio Output	500mW typical
Dimensions	58(W) x 120(H) x 37(D) mm (without antenna)
Weight	Approx. 350g (with battery)

Installation & Setup

Unpack and inspect contents. Install battery and antenna.

Battery Installation: Align battery contacts, slide battery onto radio until it clicks.
Antenna Installation: Screw antenna clockwise into antenna connector.
Belt Clip: Attach belt clip to back of radio if required.
Charging: Place radio in charging cradle until battery is fully charged.

WARNING! Use only Kenwood-approved batteries and chargers. Do not short-circuit battery terminals.

Basic Operation

Power on radio; select channel and communicate.

Power On/Off: Rotate VOLUME knob clockwise to turn on.
Volume Control: Rotate VOLUME knob to adjust audio level.
Channel Selection: Use CHANNEL selector knob to choose desired channel.
Transmit: Press and hold PTT (Push-To-Talk) button, speak clearly into microphone.
Receive: Release PTT button to listen.
Squelch Control: Adjust SQL knob to eliminate background noise.

CAUTION! Maintain proper radio etiquette. Keep microphone 2-3 inches from mouth when transmitting.

Specifications

Frequency Range: VHF 136-174 MHz
Channel Capacity: 16 channels
Power Supply: 7.2V DC (battery pack)
Current Drain: 1.2A (5W transmit), 100mA (receive)
Modulation: 16KΦF3E (FM)
Antenna Impedance: 50Ω
Operating Temp: -30°C to +60°C
Battery Life: Approx. 10 hours (5/5/90 duty cycle)
Charging Time: 6-8 hours (standard charger)

Controls and Functions

Front Panel: VOLUME/SQL knob, CHANNEL selector, PTT button, MONI button, LAMP button.

Programmable Buttons: MON/T-CALL (Monitor/Temporary Call), LAMP (Backlight), SCAN (Channel scanning), SQL-OFF (Squelch override).

LCD Display: Shows channel number, battery level indicator, transmit indicator, busy channel indicator. LED Indicator: Red when transmitting, green when receiving valid signal.

Programming Instructions

Requires KPG-46D/KPG-56D programming software and programming cable.

Install programming software on PC.
Connect radio to PC using programming cable.
Read current data from radio.
Program frequencies, CTCSS/DCS codes, power levels.
Write data to radio and verify programming.

Tip: Backup current programming before making changes. Use licensed frequencies only.

Battery & Charging

Battery types: Ni-MH (KNB-14L) or Li-Ion (KNB-59L).

Charging: Place radio in charging cradle (KSC-17).
Charging Indicator: LED shows charging status (red=charging, green=complete).
Battery Life: Varies with usage; typical 8-12 hours.
Battery Saving: Enable power save mode in programming.

WARNING! Do not charge damaged batteries. Charge in well-ventilated area. Dispose of batteries properly.

Advanced Features

Scanning: Monitor multiple channels. CTCSS/DCS: Private line codes. Time-Out Timer: Prevents extended transmissions. Busy Channel Lockout: Prevents transmission on busy channels.

Maintenance & Care

Clean with dry cloth only. Avoid moisture and extreme temperatures. Store in dry place.

CAUTION! Do not use chemicals or solvents. Keep away from water and dust.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device. FCC Part 90: Land Mobile Radio Service. IC RSS-119: Canadian compliance. For technical support, contact Kenwood authorized service center or visit www.kenwood.com.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
No power	Battery discharged/defective	Charge battery; replace if necessary.
No transmission	PTT button/antenna	Check PTT operation; ensure antenna properly connected.
Poor reception	Antenna/squelch setting	Check antenna connection; adjust squelch level.
Battery drains quickly	Old battery/heavy usage	Replace battery; reduce transmit power if possible.
No audio	Volume setting/speaker	Adjust volume; check speaker connection.

Reset: Requires programming software to reset to factory defaults.

Service: Contact authorized Kenwood service center for repairs.