TK-7180, 8180

The TK-x180 series radios are one of Kenwood's most versatile analog radios. They can be dash mount, Trunk mount (using the KRK-10), or used with out a control head.

Add-ons:
Horn alert relay (KAP-2)
Voice Storage (VGS-1)
Control Head Remote Kit (KRK-10)


Programming

Software - KPG-89D V1.60
Cable - KPG-46AM

25 pin Connector

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The 25 pin connector on the back of the transceiver has many uses. It can be used to program the radio but can not load  firmware.
1 - N/A                   (N/A)
2 - RXD1                (Receive Data 1)
3 - TXD1                (Transmit Data 1)
4 - Aux I/O 9          (Input or Output 9)
5 - D1                    (Data)
6 - MI2                   
7 - Ground              (Ground)
8 - Aux I/O 8           
9 - TXD2               
10 - RXD2                 (Receive Data 2)
11 - Ground               (Ground)
12 - Aux I/O 7            (Input or Output 7)
13 - Auv I/O 6            (Input or Output 6)
14 - SB                       
15 - Aux O2       
16 - Aux O1               
17 - AFO                  (Audio Out)         
18 - Ground              (Ground)
19 - DEO               
20 - Aux I/O 5            (Input or Output 5)
21 - Aux I/O 4            (Input or Output 4)
22 - Aux I/O 3            (Input or Output 3)
23 - Aux I/O 2            (Input or Output 2)
24 - Aux I/O 1            (Input or Output1)
25 - ME                     (Microphone input Ground)

Frequency Band

If anyone has information of out of band, please contact us
VHF - 176-174MHz
UHF (K2) - 400-470MHz
UHF (K) - 450-512MHz

Adding GPS capabilities

There are multiple places to get power and ground for a GPS board. Most GPS boards and antennas require 5 to 12VDC. Connect the GPS data out to either RXD1 or RXD2. Your position can either be displayed on the screen by setting a button to "Display GPS," or send to a receiver setup as a modem connected to a PC over the air.

Photos

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TK-7180 Dash Mount