Kenwood TK-2170 Instruction Manual page 40

To activate the VOX function:
1 Connect the headset to the transceiver.
• The VOX function does not activate when a headset is not
connected to the speaker/ microphone jack of the transceiver.
2 Press and hold the key programmed as VOX for
2 seconds.
• The VOX indicator (
3 To turn the VOX function OFF, press and hold the VOX
key again, for 2 seconds.
Note:
◆ If a speaker/ microphone 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 transmission.
◆ When you operate the VOX function, you must use an optional
KHS-1, KHS-21, or KHS-22 accessory.
) appears on the display.
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