Voice Operated Transmission (Vox); Vox Operation - Kenwood NX-P500 User Manual

VOICE OPERATED TRANSMISSION (VOX)

Using the VOX feature, you can operate the transceiver hands-free. In order to use
this feature, however, you must use an optional headset; VOX will not function with
the built-in microphone. For best operation conditions, we recommend you use an
optional headset with both an ear piece and a microphone on a boom that rests in
front of your mouth.
Set the VOX and the VOX Gain level, perform the following steps:

VOX OPERATION

Note:
◆ To use the VOX function, you need to set the VOX GAIN LEVEL and VOX DELAY TIME to
set up in Setting mode {p.59}.
1
Set up a VOX gain level from " 1" to "10".
2
Connect a headset to the transceiver.
• The VOX function does not activate when a headset is not connected to
the SP/MIC jack of the transceiver.
3
Enter the Channel setup mode {p.15}
4
Press the
5
Press the Menu button then press
(VOX function activate) .
6
Press the Menu button to confirm the selection, then press the PTT switch or
the Side button to return to the operation mode.
7
To transmit, speak into the headset.
• You do not need to press the PTT switch; the transceiver automatically
detects your voice and begins transmitting. The LED lights red.
8
To stop transmitting, stop speaking.
• Transmission will continue momentarily after you stop speaking. You can
select the delay time as described on p.60.
9
To exit VOX mode, set the VOX to "
deactivate).
Note:
◆ If a headset is connected to the transceiver while the VOX function is switched ON and
the VOX Gain level is configured to a higher, more sensitive level, louder received signals
may cause the transceiver to start transmitting.
or button to select " ".
or to select "
" (VOX function
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