VHF Radio Help Needed

[bradyh20]

Hey All -

Just got my radio (Kenwood TK790H I purchased used off ebay) installed, and I'm having a heck of a time getting it to do anything. (Not my handywork)

Here's the install pics:

I think I need to re-program the radio -- cable and software are ordered. But I'm nervous this thing is a brick because I can't get it to make any noise -- not even when I press buttons on the head.

I can get it to cycle through the channels, and the scan/mon buttons seem to work. But theres no sound.

Anyone got ideas or know a good radio shop in the So Cal area that could get it up and running for me?

Thanks!!

--Rob

 

[Huck]

Does it have a built in speaker? Or do you need an auxiliary one?


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[bradyh20]

I was assuming that the handset would be the speaker -- maybe I'm wrong? I also figured the head unit would make it's own beeping noises.

Again -- I'm super newb, and the manuals and googling haven't enlightened me yet...

 

[Huck]

Typically no. The handset is just a mic.
It’s not a speaker also.


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[Kahuna]

Handset is not a speaker. There are 2 faceplate designs, one with speaker, one without. You have the one without.

You need to hook up an external speaker.

 

[bradyh20]

On it. Thanks guys.

Either of you know a good SoCal shop that can get this sorted for me?

 

[pastorwug]

Anaheim, CA
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Store Facebook Page
Phone: 714-533-7373
Toll Free: 800-854-6046
Fax: 714-533-9485

 

[evo9rockstar]

If you pass by any truck stop they usually have a cb guy or know where one is near by that can help you. It might be your mic or you aren't grounded properly.

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[Huck]

PCI is in cypress also


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[Loaf]

I second PCI. Been working with them for years and they know their stuff. Good bunch of people too.