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Kenwood is a name known in the home entertainment and moile audio firlds as well as a leader in amateur radio. Kenwood amateur radio gear is known for its quality, toughness, and ease of operation. Kenwood amateur radio gear has been a mainstay among many amateur radio operators who participate in emegerency comunications and portable operations similar to that of a survivalists needs.

Here are some descriptions of their amateur radio offerings best suited for mobile operations. A Kenwood mobile radio is best suited for a survivalist that is on the move.

TM-271A
Compact High Power 60W Transceiver

Frontiers are not for the weak. It takes a rugged vehicle to meet the challenges of the wilderness, and Kenwood's new TM-271A is tough. This compact, MIL-STD-compliant transceiver deliver powerful mobile performance and such advanced features as multiple scan functions and memory names, as well as NOAA Weather Band & emergency alert reception*. On or off the road you can always enjoy the sophistication of high-quality audio. Illuminated keys and a large LCD with adjustable green backlighting for easy operation day or night help make the TM-271A the ideal companion for all your travels.
General Features
• High power 60W output
• Weather Alert (U.S. only)
• U.S. MIL-STD 810 C/D/E/F
• High quality front speaker
• 200 memory channels, plus one call channel
• 6 alphanumeric characters offers 100 memory channels
• Multiple scan functions
• CTCSS & DCS Encoder/Decoder
• High frequency stability with built-in TCXO
Specifications
APRS No
ARRL TravelPlus Compatible No
Cross Band Repeat No
CTCSS Enc/Dec
DCS Enc/Dec
Dual Band Receive No
Dual Receive on Same Band (VxV, UxU) No
EchoLink Memory Automatic Dialer No
EchoLink Sysop Mode For Node Terminal Operation No
Extended Receive 136-174MHz
Memory Channels 200
Number of Bands 1
Output Power 60W
Packet Cluster Tune No
PC Programmable Yes
Receiver Operating Mode FM-W/FM-N
SkyCommand No
TNC No
Transmit Frequency Range 144-148MHz
136-174MHz
Voice Synthesizer (Optional) No
Weather Alert Yes
Wide/Narrow FM Yes
Wireless Remote No

TM-V71A
Full Dual Bander 144/430MHz Radio

The TM-V71A is a true dual-band operation radio so VHF+VHF/VHF+UHF/UHF+UHF operation is possible. The detachable control head is easily connected with the optional remote cable.
General Features
• High RF Power Output (50W)
• 1,000 Multifunction Memory Channels
• Dual Receive on Same Band (VxV, UxU)
• EchoLink® MEMORY (Automatic Dialer)
• EchoLink® Sysop Mode For Node Terminal Operation
• Multiple Scan
• Invertible Front Panel
• Choice of 2 Backlight Colors (AMBER/GREEN) For The LCD Panel
• 104-Code Digital Code Squelch
• "FIVE-IN-ONE" Programmable Memory
Specifications
APRS No
ARRL TravelPlus Compatible Yes
Cross Band Repeat Yes
CTCSS Enc/Dec
DCS Enc/Dec
Dual Band Receive Yes
Dual Receive on Same Band (VxV, UxU) Yes
EchoLink Memory Automatic Dialer Yes
EchoLink Sysop Mode For Node Terminal Operation Yes
Extended Receive VHF Band, UHF Band 118-524MHz
VHF Band, UHF Band 136-524MHz 800-1300MHz
excluding cellular band
Memory Channels 1000
Number of Bands 2
Output Power 50W VHF
50W UHF
Packet Cluster Tune No
PC Programmable Yes
Receiver Operating Mode FM-W/FM-N/AM
SkyCommand No
TNC No
Transmit Frequency Range 144-148MHz
430-450MHz
Voice Synthesizer (Optional) Yes VGS-1
Weather Alert Yes
Wide/Narrow FM Yes
Wireless Remote Yes

TM-D710A
Multi Communicator 144/440MHz FM Dual Bander

The control head is detached and comes with remote cable for easy installation. The TM-VD710A is a true dual-band operation radio so VHF+VHF/VHF+UHF/UHF+UHF operation is possible.
General Features
• High RF Power Output (50W)
• 1,000 Multifunction Memory Channels
• Dual Receive on Same Band (VxV, UxU)
• EchoLink® MEMORY (Automatic Dialer)
• EchoLink® Sysop Mode For Node Terminal Operation
• Multiple Scan
• Invertible Front Panel
• Choice of 2 Backlight Colors (AMBER/GREEN) For The LCD Panel
• 104-Code Digital Code Squelch
• "FIVE-IN-ONE" Programmable Memory
Specifications
APRS Yes
ARRL TravelPlus Compatible Yes
Cross Band Repeat Yes
CTCSS Enc/Dec
DCS Enc/Dec
Dual Band Receive Yes
Dual Receive on Same Band (VxV, UxU) Yes
DX Packet Cluster Tune Yes
EchoLink Memory Automatic Dialer Yes
EchoLink Sysop Mode For Node Terminal Operation Yes
Extended Receive Band A 118-524MHz
Band B 136-524MHz 800-1300MHz
excluding cellular band
Memory Channels 1000
Number of Bands 2
Output Power 50W VHF
50W UHF
PC Programmable Yes
Receiver Operating Mode FM-W/FM-N/AM
Transmit Frequency Range 144-148MHz
430-450MHz
Weather Alert Yes
Wide/Narrow FM Yes
Wireless Remote Yes

RC-D710
The APRS® upgrade for your transceiver

TNC for 1200/9600bps packet communications
The RC-D710 operates as an AX.25-compliant TNC (Terminal Node Controller) for 1200/9600bps packet communications.

APRS® (Automatic Packet Reporting System)
Connecting the RC-D710 via the optional Interface Kit (PG-5J) to a transceiver adds APRS functionality, as provided by the TM-D710A FM dual bander.
Note: Since the RC-D710 connects to the data terminal of your transceiver, control of another transceiver is not possible. Also, please be aware that Kenwood cannot guarantee the performance of the transceiver to which the RC-D710 is connected.

Full control of TM-V71A & TM-D710A
The RC-D710 can replace the TM-V71A control panel to enable all the features of the TM-D710A. It can also be used as the control panel for the TM-D710A.

Large LCD with 2 backlight colors
The full dot-matrix LCD offers 2 backlight colors: amber and green.

Memory Control Program compatible
Using a PC running the MCP-2A*2 Memory Control Program, you can edit and manage such data as the settings for various APRS functions.
Note: The MCP-2A Memory Control Program is a free download from Kenwood’s website (http://www.kenwood.com/i/products/info/amateur/software_download.html). Please note that the URL may change.

General Features
• Built-in 1200/9600bps TNC
• APRS (Automatic Packet Reporting System) ready
• Connects via optional interface kit (PG-5J) to a transceiver to enable APRS
Note: Since the RC-D710 connects to the data terminal of your transceiver, control of another transceiver is not possible. Also, please be aware that Kenwood cannot guarantee the
performance of the transceiver to which the RC-D710 is connected.
• Provides full control of Kenwood’s TM-V71A & TM-D710A
• Replaces TM-V71A control panel to enable all TM-D710A features
• Packet data output/input using PC
• NMEA-0183 GPS receiver ready
• APRS weather station ready
• APRS configuration possible on PC running MCP-2A
Memory Control Program (requires PG-5G)
• Large full dot-matrix LCD with 2 backlight colors
• Firmware upgrading (requires PG-5G)

Other Features
• NMEA-0183 GPS receiver ready
• APRS weather station ready
• APRS station list (up to 100)
• APRS message transmission/reception
• Waypoint position data output
• Packet monitor
• DX cluster
• Date/Time
• 8-pin mini-DIN socket for PC connection (requires optional PG-5G programming cable)
• Firmware upgrading possible

Supported Models
• TM-V71A
• TM-D710A
• TM-D700A
• TM-V708A
• TM-G707A
• TM-V7A
• TM-733A
• TM-255A
• TM-455A
Specifications
Current Drain Less than 450 mA
Dimensions (W × H × D) 6.1 × 2.76 × 1.5 in (155 × 70 × 38 mm)
Dimensions (W × H × D) (with projections) 6.14 × 2.8 × 2.2 in (156 × 71 × 56 mm)
Operating Temperature -4°F ~ 140°F (-20°C ~ 60°C)
Operating Voltage 10V DC
Weight .7 lbs (3 g) (approximate)

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