Busy Channel Lockout (BCL)

This function is used in order to prevent transmitting on a channel that somebody else is currently using. When turned ON, a beep sounds when you press the PTT switch while another party is using the channel, and you cannot transmit.

To turn BCL on or off:

1With the transceiver power OFF, press and hold the MENU key while turning the transceiver power ON (for 1 second).

2Press the or key to select “  ”.

3Press the MENU key then press or to select “  ” (BCL on) or “  ” (BCL off).

4Press the MENU key to exit the selection.

5Press the PTT, MON, or CAL key to exit Setting Mode.

Beep Tone

When you turn the transceiver power ON or press a key, a beep will emit from the transceiver.

To turn the beep tone on or off:

1With the transceiver power OFF, press and hold the MENU key while turning the transceiver power ON (for 1 second).

2Press the or key to select “  ”.

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Kenwood TK-3230 instruction manual Busy Channel Lockout BCL, Beep Tone