Kenwood NX-720 NX-720G NX-820 NX-820G VHF UHF Digital Transceiver Instruction Manual

About this manual

This manual provides instructions for installing and operating Kenwood’s NX-720, NX-720G, NX-820, and NX-820G VHF and UHF digital transceivers. It includes safety precautions, power cable connection steps, mounting instructions, and descriptions of front/rear controls and display icons. The guide also covers basic and advanced operations, including fleet paging and DTMF calls.

Safety warnings address risks such as explosive atmospheres, radio frequency burns, and dynamite blasting caps, with specific operational restrictions and precautions for vehicle use.

What's inside

• Getting Started
• Getting Acquainted
• Programmable Functions
• Basic Operation
• FleetSync: Alphanumeric 2-Way Paging Function
• B-Tone Signaling
• DTMF Calls
• Advanced Operations
• Background Operations

Frequently asked questions

What is the required vehicle electrical system for this transceiver?

The transceiver operates in 12 V negative ground systems only.

What is the minimum safe distance from dynamite blasting caps?

Do not operate the transceiver within 500 feet (150 m) of dynamite blasting caps.

What drill bit size is needed to install the mounting bracket?

Use a 4.2 mm (5/32 inch) drill bit to drill the mounting holes.