Kenwood NX-1700H/1800H VHF/UHF Transceivers

One Radio with Multi-Protocol Support

Sound Performance, Smooth Operation

Emulating the distinguished NX-3000 and NX-5000 series, the NX-1700H/1800H mobile radio supports multiple protocols including NXDN™ and DMR as well as mixed digital & FM analog operation. It is packed with features essential for numerous enterprise and operation-critical applications. The radio is equipped with optimizable TX/RX audio quality and a customizable front panel that prioritizes simple convenience. Operational status is clear at a glance from the white backlit LCD display and the 7-color LED indicator.

A front view of the Kenwood NX-1700H/1800H transceiver, showing its compact design, microphone, LCD display, and control buttons.

Features

"One Radio" with Multi-protocol Support: Designed to operate under NXDN or DMR digital, and FM analog protocols.
Upgradable Digital/Analog mode by software option (no firmware upgrade required).
Easy visible, white backlit LCD display: Alphanumeric, 10-digit, 13-character frame (aliases and icons).
7-color LED indicator used to display various radio status.
Renowned KENWOOD Audio Quality: 6 W (max) loud audio and optimizable TX/RX audio profile, including Audio Equalizer, Auto Gain Control (TX/RX), and Microphone type settings.
Max. 260 Channels per radio, 128 Zones per radio, and 250 Channels per zone.
Various scan functions: Dual/Single Priority scan, Multi/Single Zone scan, and more.
Orange-colored Emergency button & Customizable Emergency functions.
Lone Worker mode.
Remote Stun, Kill, Check capabilities.
Dual Priority Scan.
Max/Min Volume setting.
Voice Announcement feature.
Electronic Serial Number (ESN) display.
Display Customization options.
D-sub, 15-pin GPIO and audio connector.
GPS connectivity (requires additional module).
Horn Alert and Public Address functionality.
Ignition Sense feature.
3.5 mm audio jack for external speaker.
IP54 and MIL-STD 810C/D/E/F/G/H compliance.

Digital Modes

Digital – NXDN™ Mode

FDMA: Very Narrow 6.25 kHz and Narrow 12.5 kHz Bandwidths.
NXDN Conventional: Voice and Data Services.
NXDN Type-D Trunking (Optional).
Site Roaming.
Digital / Analog Mixed Mode.
Group / Individual Call support.
Status / Short Data, Paging Call.
Remote Stun Kill, Monitor, Check & Control.
GPS Combination with additional module.
Mixed mode operation.
Late Entry feature.
Digital Bit Scrambler.
Over-the-Air Alias (OAA).
Transparent Data support.

Digital – DMR Mode

TDMA: 2-slot 12.5 KHz Bandwidth, equivalent to 6.25 KHz Very Narrow Bandwidths.
DMR Tier II Conventional: Voice and Data services.
Site Roaming.
DMR Auto Slot Select.
Dual-slot Direct Mode.
Call Interruption.
Group / Individual Call support.
Status / Short Data, Paging Call.
Remote Stun Kill, Monitor, Check & Control.
GPS Combination with additional module.
Digital / Analog Mixed Mode.
Digital bit Scrambler.
ARC4 Enhanced Encryption (Optional).
Late Entry feature.
Over-the-Air Alias (OAA).

FM Modes – General

FM Conventional: QT/DQT, DTMF, 2-Tone.
FleetSync®/II: PTT ID, Stun/Revive, Mute hold, Built-in Voice Inversion Scrambler, Talk back, Selcall per channel.
MDC-1200: PTT ID ANI / Radio Inhibit / Uninhibit, Radio Check, Emergency, Compander Function per channel.

Accessories

All accessories may not be available in all markets. Contact an authorized KENWOOD dealer for details and complete list of all accessories.

KMC-9C Desktop Microphone (non TDMA)
KMC-59C Desktop Microphone
KMC-65M Microphone [IP54/55]
KMC-66M 12-Keypad Microphone [IP54/55]
KES-5A External Speaker (Requires KCT-60)
KES-8K External Speaker
KCT-60 Connection cable (D-sub 15 to Molex 15 pin connector)
KLF-2 Line Filter
KCT-18 Ignition Sense Cable (Requires KCT-60)
KCT-23 DC Power Cable
KMB-10 Key Lock Adapter
KPS-15 DC Power Supply (23A max)
KMB-34 Mounting Case for KPS-15
GPS15XL-W GPS Receiver Board
GA25MCX GPS Antenna for GPS15XL-W

Specifications

General

Feature	NX-1700H	NX-1800H
Frequency Range	136-174 MHz	400-470 MHz
Max. Channels Per Radio	260	260
Number of Zones	128	128
Number of Channels per Zone	250	250
Channel Spacing	12.5/25* kHz (Analog) 6.25/12.5 kHz (Digital)	12.5/25* kHz (Analog) 6.25/12.5 kHz (Digital)
Power Supply	13.6 V DC ±15%
Current Drain (Standby)	0.45 A	0.45 A
Current Drain (RX)	2.4 A	2.4 A
Current Drain (TX)	13 A	13 A
Operating Temperature	-22°F to +140°F (-30°C to +60°C)
Frequency Stability	± 0.5 ppm
Dimensions (W x H x D)	6.34 x 1.69 x 6.62 in. (161 x 43 x 168.2 mm.) (Projections Not Included)
Weight Radio	2.67 lbs (1.21 kg)
FCC ID Type 1	K44517000	K44517100
FCC ID Type 2	282F-517000	282F-517100
ISED Certification Type 1
ISED Certification Type 2

*25/30 kHz in VHF/UHF Bands are not included in the models sold in the USA or US territories. Analog measurements made per TIA603. Specifications are measured according to applicable standards. Specifications shown are typical and subject to change without notice, due to advancements in technology.

Receiver

Feature	NX-1700H	NX-1800H
Sensitivity NXDN 6.25 kHz Digital (3% BER)	0.18 μV	0.18 μV
Sensitivity NXDN 12.5 kHz Digital (3% BER)	0.22 μV	0.22 μV
Sensitivity DMR 12 kHz Digital (5% BER)	0.18 μV	0.18 μV
Sensitivity Analog 12 kHz (12dB SINAD)	0.20 μV	0.20 μV
Sensitivity Analog 25 kHz (12dB SINAD)	0.24 μV	0.24 μV
Selectivity Analog @ 12.5kHz	65 dB	65 dB
Selectivity Analog @ 25kHz	81 dB	81 dB
Intermodulation	73 dB	73 dB
Spurious Rejection	75 dB	75 dB
Audio Distortion	3%	3%
Audio Output Power	6 W / 4 Ω	6 W / 4 Ω

Transmitter

Feature	NX-1700H	NX-1800H
RF Power Output	50 W / 25 W / 5 W	45 W / 25 W / 5 W
Spurious Emission	-73 dB	-75 dB
FM Hum & Noise Analog @ 12.5kHz	40 dB	40 dB
FM Hum & Noise Analog @ 25kHz	50 dB	50 dB
Audio Distortion	3%	3%
Emission Designator	16K0F3E, 11K0F3E, 8K30F1E, 8K30F1D, 8K30F7W, 4K00F1E, 4K00F1D, 4K00F7W, 4K00F2D, 7K60FXD, 7K60FXW, 7K60FXE, 7K60F1E, 7K60F1D, 7K60F1W

MIL-STD & IP

MIL Standard

MIL Standard	MIL 810C Methods/Procedures	MIL 810D Methods/Procedures	MIL 810E Methods/Procedures	MIL 810F Methods/Procedures	MIL 810G Methods/Procedures	MIL 810H Methods/Procedures
Low Pressure	500.1/Procedure I	500.2/Procedure I, II	500.3/Procedure I, II	500.4/Procedure I, II	500.5/Procedure I, II	500.6/Procedure I, II
High Temperature	501.1/Procedure I, II	501.2/Procedure I, II	501.3/Procedure I, II	501.4/Procedure I, II	501.5/Procedure I, II	501.7/Procedure I, II
Low Temperature	502.1/Procedure I	502.2/Procedure I, II	502.3/Procedure I, II	502.4/Procedure I, II	502.5/Procedure I, II	502.7/Procedure I, II
Temperature Shock	503.1/Procedure I	503.2/Procedure I	503.3/Procedure I	503.4/Procedure I, II	503.5/Procedure I	503.7/Procedure I
Solar Radiation	505.1/Procedure I	505.2/Procedure I	505.3/Procedure I	505.4/Procedure I	505.5/Procedure I	505.7/Procedure I
Rain	506.1/Procedure I, II	506.2/Procedure I, II	506.3/Procedure I, II	506.4/Procedure I, III	506.5/Procedure I, III	506.6/Procedure I, III
Humidity	507.1/Procedure I, II	507.2/Procedure II, III	507.3/Procedure II, III	507.4	507.5/Prcedure II	507.6/Prcedure II
Salt Fog	509.1/Procedure I	509.2/Procedure I	509.3/Procedure I	509.4	509.5	509.7
Dust	510.1/Procedure I	510.2/Procedure I	510.3/Procedure I	510.4/Procedure I, III	510.5/Procedure I	510.7/Procedure I
Vibration	514.2/Procedure VIII, X	514.3/Procedure I	514.4/Procedure I	514.5/Procedure I	514.6/Procedure I	514.8/Procedure I
Shock	516.2/Procedure I, II, III, V	516.3/Procedure I, IV, V	516.4/Procedure I, IV, V	516.5/Procedure I, IV, V	516.6/Procedure I, IV, V	516.8/Procedure I, IV, V, VI

International Protection Standard

Standard	Rating
Dust & Water Protection*1	IP54 (per IEC60529)

*1 All interfaces must be fully sealed with appropriate covers or by designated genuine accessories.

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