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KNG User’s Manual

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RF ENERGY EXPOSURE AWARENESS AND CONTROL

INFORMATION, AND OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR

FCC OCCUPATIONAL USE REQUIREMENTS

BEFORE USING YOUR PORTABLE 2-WAY RADIO,

READ THIS IMPORTANT RF ENERGY AWARENESS AND CONTROL

INFORMATION AND OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS TO ENSURE

COMPLIANCE WITH THE FCC’S RF EXPOSURE GUIDELINES.

NOTICE: This radio is intended for use in occupational/controlled

conditions, where users have full knowledge of their exposure and

can exercise control over their exposure to meet FCC limits. This

radio device is NOT authorized for general population, consumer, or

any other use.

This 2-way radio uses electromagnetic energy in the radio frequency (RF)

spectrum to provide communications between two or more users over a

distance. It uses radio frequency (RF) energy or radio waves to send and

receive calls. RF energy is one form of electromagnetic energy; other forms

include electric power, radar, sunlight and x-rays. RF energy, however,

should not be confused with these other forms of electromagnetic energy,

which when used improperly can cause biological damage. Very high

levels of x-rays, for example, can damage tissues and genetic material.

The energy levels associated with radio waves from portable 2-way radios,

when properly used, are not great enough to cause biological damage.

Experts in science, engineering, medicine, health and industry work with

organizations to develop standards for exposure to RF energy. These

standards provide recommended levels of RF exposure for both workers

and the general public. These recommended RF exposure levels include

substantial margins of protection. All 2-way radios marketed in North

America are designed, manufactured and tested to ensure they meet

government established RF exposure levels. In addition, manufacturers

also recommend speciﬁ c operating instructions to users of 2-way radios.

These instructions are important because they inform users about RF

energy exposure and provide simple procedures on how to control it.

Please refer to the following websites for more information on what RF

energy exposure is and how to control your exposure to assure compliance

with established RF exposure limits.

http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html

http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/index.html

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the BK Radio KNG Portable radio

from RELM Wireless.

The KNG APCO Project 25 radio offers an array of programmable

functionality to help radio users get the most out of their portable

communications. Check with your RELM/BK Radio dealer or

communications ofﬁ cer for information on the programmed functions of

your radio prior to operation.

This manual contains information concerning the operation procedures

for the BK Radio KNG Portable radio. The KNG has been designed to

meet the tough requirements of today’s communications environment.

Please take a moment to read the information in this manual so you can

get optimum performance from your new radio.

FCC Requirements

Your radio must be properly licensed by the Federal Communications

Commission prior to use. Your BK Radio dealer can assist you in meeting

these requirements. Your dealer will program each radio with your

authorized frequencies, signaling codes, etc., and will be there to meet

your communications needs as your system expands.

Safety Precautions

• Do not operate the transmitter in close

proximity to blasting caps.

• Do not operate the radio in an explosive

atmosphere (petroleum fuels, solvents, dust,

etc.) unless your radio is an intrinsically safe

model designed for such use.