Kenwood TK-3601DE Kenwood 446 Portable – TK-3601DE

Description

The TK-3601D is a license-free dPMR446 and PMR446 UHF digital transceiver. The ready-to-use package comes with a transceiver, rechargeable battery, battery charger, mains adapter and belt clip. The TK-3601D is perfect for professional applications requiring a license-free, stylish, compact, light and easy to use digital two-way radio.

The TK-3601D is fully compatibility with legacy Analogue PMR 446 radios which means you can continue to use your existing Analogue radios without having to replace them until you need to.

But, what really sets the TK-3601D apart is that it features a second PTT (Push-To-Talk) button which makes it extremely easy to operate in both analogue and digital modes

Despite its light weight and compact dimensions, the TK-3601D is very much built for professional use and to provide reliable communications in all condition. It is Compliant with United States Military Standards (MIL- STD) and offers IP67 protection against dust and immersion, and IP54/55 protection against water jets.

The TK-3601D comes with a high-capacity 3.6v/2200mAh Li-Ion battery to deliver up to 19 hours of operation (battery saver mode on), mains charger and charging cable, while its ability to keep going for a working day without having to charge the battery is great for optimising efficiency.

KEY FEATURES

Additional Information

Features:

• Multi-coloured LED Yes
• All-In-One Package Yes
• “All Reset” function Yes, Restores all channels to their default frequencies, plus resets Tones, VOX and keys to their default functions
• Battery Saver Mode Yes
• Calling Alert Yes
• Compact Design Yes
• Companded Audio Yes
• Ease of Operating Use Yes
• Enhanced Kenwood Audio Yes
• Internal VOX Ready Yes
• Key Lock Yes
• Low Battery Warning Yes
• Monitor Button Yes
• Programmable Function Keys 2 Programmable Function Keys
• QT (CTCSS) / DQT (digital) Yes
• Scan Yes
• Selectable Microphone Gain Yes
• Voice Annunciation Yes
• Voice Inversion Scrambler Yes
• VOX Internal VOX with 10-level Sensitivity Adjustment
• Windows PC Programming and Tuning Yes
• For use in the EU Yes
• IP54 Yes
• IP55 Yes
• IP67 Yes
• MIL-STD 810 C/D/E/F/G Yes

Radio Licensing Information

Radio licensing: A guide to licensed and licence-free radios

What is a radio licence and do I need one?

There are two types of two-way radios, licensed radios and licence-free radios (PMR446).
Licensed radios require a dedicated frequency which ensures that only those on that frequency can hear transmissions. In order to access a dedicated frequency, a radio licence granted by Comreg is required by law. Licences are based on the quantity of equipment to be licensed.

The cost is €22 per piece of equipment plus a fixed charge of €22 for the duration of the licence. (e.g. 4 walkie talkies + 2 radio mics = 6 units +1 Fixed Charge = 7 x €22 = €154).

Licence-free radios (also called PMR446 radios) operate on the PMR446 radio frequency, they can be used by anyone within the UK and EU and as the title suggests they need no radio licence.

Licensed radios

Licensed radios are usually more expensive than licence-free models, but have a larger power output (of up to 5 watts for handheld radios) and so offer increased range and coverage.
For example a primary school would typically find coverage on licence-free equipment sufficient whereas licenced equipment would be better suited to a secondary school, college or university.

In addition, a licence will offer increased security of transmissions through better monitoring of frequencies, especially if the licence is specific to your site.

Licenced radios are generally more robust, with clearer audio quality and the conversation more secure. Licensed radios also offer much more functionality than license-free radios, you can make group calls, send text messages and dial up individual users.

More about your Comreg licence

In order to obtain your licence, an application to Comreg has to be made. We are more than happy to apply on your behalf and offer a managed service in order to maintain your Comreg licence throughout your radio project. Or if you wish to make an application yourself, please feel free to ask us any questions along the way as we have vast experience in completing these forms and can go through it with you over the telephone. The application process is usually complete within 10-15 working days.

You can find out more by going to: https://www.comreg.ie/industry/radio-spectrum/licensing/search-licence-type/business-radio/

Licence-free radios

Non licensed radios are a cheaper alternative to licensed radios and can only have a power output of 0.5 watts giving them a fairly small range.

Licence-free radios can be used in the work place and for personal use, ideally where minimal coverage is needed, within small buildings where users are communicating in a close range.
Examples where these radios can be used effectively include smaller schools and construction sites, warehouses, hospitality venues and independent retail businesses.

For leisure they can be ideal for communicating between friends and family while camping and skiing, or if you are at a leisure park or hiking.

All PMR446 radios use the same eight channels. If there are a high number of users in a given area (cities and other built up areas) frequencies become extremely congested leading to interference on the channels, although usually there are multiple channels to select in order to find a clearer channel.