Voice Operated Transmission (Vox) - Kenwood TK-3401D Instruction Manual

VOICE OPERATED TRANSMISSION (VOX)

VOX operation allows you to transmit hands-free. VOX can only
be used if you are using a supported headset. To activate VOX
and set the VOX Gain level, perform the following steps:
1 Connect the headset to the transceiver .
• The VOX function does not activate when a headset is not
connected to the accessory terminal of the transceiver.
2 With the transceiver power OFF, press and hold the Side 1
key while turning the transceiver power ON.
3 Continue to hold the Side 1 key until a beep sounds.
• The LED indicator lights turn orange.
• When the Side 1 key is released, the transceiver will
announces the VOX Gain level.
4 Press the Side 1 key to set the VOX Gain level, from 1
(least sensitive) to 10 (most sensitive).
• Press the Side 2 key to enable or disable the VOX function
for the current channel (you can change this setting for each
channel by selecting a channel with the Selector). When turned
ON, a beep sounds. When turned OFF, a double beep sounds.
5 Press the PTT switch to save the setting.
• A beep will sound.
• The transceiver announces the new VOX Gain level.
6 Turn the transceiver power OFF and then ON again to
activate VOX.
Note:
If a headset is connected to the transceiver while the VOX function is
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switched ON and the VOX Gain level is configured to a higher, more
sensitive level, louder received signals may cause the transceiver to
start transmission.
The transceiver will automatically return to normal operation if no
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action is performed for 20 seconds.
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