Configurations for NEXEDGE Systems

NXDN Type-C
Conventional IP NXDN Type-D NXDN Type-C
Conventional Trunking
Network Trunking Trunking
Generation 2

Decentralized control Centralized control Centralized control trunking

(No trunking) (No trunking)
trunking trunking server-based architecture

Up to 16 sites (unicast)
Single site Single site Up to 48 sites Up to 1000 sites
Up to 48 sites (multicast)

Capacity and Capacity,

Cost & capacity baseline Cost effective coverage Cost effective capacity
coverage coverage and control

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For many organizations, radios now play a critical role NEXEDGE employs the acclaimed NXDN digital air
in ensuring everything from smooth daily operations interface. This open standard is supported by many
to the coordinated response demanded by critical leading vendors, meaning that NEXEDGE systems are
incidents. In a rapidly changing world, business, industry compatible with third-party products that conform to
and public safety communications requirements have the mandatory features and standard optional features
evolved from the basics of user-friendly operability to the specified by the NXDN Forum.
innovative features enabled by the latest digital technol-
ogies. And setting the pace is KENWOOD’s NEXEDGE.

NEXEDGE has been proven to be one of the most

versatile communications systems available today,
capable of satisfying a wide range of government and
industry users. Offering conventional operation through
to multi-site trunking, as well as paced migration from

- abilit y
analog to digital, NEXEDGE is a perfect fit for any
organization.

NEXEDGE is KENWOOD’s innovative digital

conventional and trunked radio solution,
designed to meet the highest demands of today’s
communications environment and to provide
users with a multitude of NEXEDGE-abilities to
transform their operations.

And now, NEXEDGE steps

Intelligibility Superior Audio Quality into its 2nd chapter…
Reliability Fault Tolerant by Design Building on this success, KENWOOD has developed satisfy all your needs. In this brochure
NEXEDGE Generation 2 (Gen2). Supporting net- where you see this sign is when the new
Flexibility Easy Configuration Changes works with as many as 1,000 sites, Gen2 delivers capabilities of Gen2 are described. Gen 2
Scalability Expands to Meet Your Requirements a significant boost in network scale and capability,
yet also provides full compatibility with your current Discover the power and versatility of NEXEDGE-
Manageability Fleet Management at Your Fingertips analog equipment. If you are looking to create a abilities. Each of these key digital abilities has been
large-scale digital trunked network, NEXEDGE Gen2 developed specifically to perfectly align with your
Durability Engineered to Meet Stringent Military Specifications has the features, capabilities and performance to requirements for a robust and versatile digital network.

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Intelligibility Reliability
NEXEDGE uses the AMBE+2™ VOCODER, a state-of-the-art NEXEDGE systems use the NXDN digital air interface, a suite
voice digitization and compression technology offering of digital communications protocols using 4-Level FSK (4LFSK)
enhanced Forward Error Correction (FEC) and noise reduction modulation capable of operating in 12.5 kHz and 6.25 kHz
for superior clarity at varying signal strengths for all digital bandwidths. NEXEDGE voice security enhances personnel safety,
call features. reduces risk and thwarts possible information breaches by protecting
sensitive communications.

Loud & Clear – Thanks to Advanced Superior Audio Clarity with Spectrum Efficiency and Stability ESN Radio Validation
Digital Processing Extended Coverage The NXDN air interface is capable of fitting into both 12.5 kHz Each NEXEDGE subscriber radio has a unique and unchangeable
A key element of the NXDN air interface is the AMBE+2™ vocoder As RF signal strength weakens with distance, analog reception and 6.25 kHz bandwidth channel operation to ensure rock-steady factory embedded Electronic Serial Number (ESN) that can be
which digitizes speech while retaining natural voice nuances, becomes increasingly noisy and intermittent. The low BER of frequency stability, exceeding all regulatory and emissions mask validated for trunked system access. In the event a radio is lost,
performs noise reduction, introduces FEC and compresses voice NXDN improves reception in fringe areas, thereby effectively requirements in all bands. stolen or compromised, the ESN can be disabled, enabling all other
data to accommodate land mobile radio spectrum bandwidth increasing coverage by as much as 20% over FM analog, resulting radios to communicate in their talk groups without disruption.
and data rates. Next, the radio’s digital signal processor (DSP) in a 50% increase in coverage area for digital 6.25 kHz. What’s more, the narrower 6.25 kHz bandwidth mode offers The operator’s original ID numbering system is preserved because
protocol packages the vocoder, signaling, control, and FEC data Furthermore, even compared to digital 12.5 kHz bandwidth a high CNR (carrier-to-noise ratio), so radios can communicate only one subscriber unit is disabled and talk groups shared by
together, converting it to a uniquely filtered 4-Level FSK digital operation such as DMR, the narrower 6.25 kHz bandwidth over greater distances. many users are unaffected.
waveform that modulates the transmitter. This results in a low enabled by the FDMA technology of NXDN extends range by
bit-error-rate (BER) digital air interface so you get robust 15%. Receiver filters are narrower and can thus reduce noise. [ NXDN 12.5 & 6.25 kHz ]
communications even in weak signal strength areas. The net result is superior clarity over a 30% wider coverage area.
12.5 kHz channel 12.5 kHz
Voice & Data Security
emission mask 6.25 kHz 6.25 kHz x2
The NXDN digital air interface offers inherent security against
[ Coverage differences in fringe areas ] casual electronic eavesdropping, and subscriber units also include
the NXDN 15-bit key scrambling function for secure voice & data.
Can you read me?
IP links are further secured through encrypted VPN tunneling to
12.5 kHz authenticate and encrypt all inter-site communication. Optional
6.25 kHz
FDMA 1 voice path @ CH 6.25 kHz 6.25 kHz AES & DES encryption modules provide government/military-
Analog 12.5 kHz “efficiency” Improve interference
resistance Two 6.25 kHz spectrums grade security against more sophisticated eavesdropping
can be accommodated
Can you read me? FDMA 1 voice path @ CH technologies.
Distance 6.25 kHz “efficiency”
If a module is installed [ Secure Voice ]
in any other radio unit,
AES
Can you read me? Can you read me? Can you read me? the encryption keys are Top Secret (TS) Advanced Encryption Standard

Flexible Channelization automatically erased. (256-bit)

In addition, if more than DES

Digital NEXEDGE equipment will program on any channel center or Data Encryption Standard
15 radio-password Secret (56-bit)

Can you read me? offset (2.5, 3.125, 5, 6.25, 7.5 kHz PLL channel steps), providing
attempts are made,
Distance more potential to find frequencies, which is important where
the module’s encryption
narrower channel migration is being forced or there is a need Confidential NEXEDGE
keys are also erased,
Can you read me? Can you read me? Can you read me? Can you read me? to maximize use of geographical licenses and use split-channels Scrambler
preserving the fleet’s NXDN Digital Scrambler
where permitted.
12.5 kHz current secure voice Restricted
Digital integrity.

Can you read me?

Distance User Validation
All NEXEDGE system configurations validate unit and group Radio Password Protection
Can you read me? Can you read me? Can you read me? Can you read me? Can you read me? Can you read me? IDs for subscriber access. Commercial and private operators
Each radio can have a required password to authorize operation,
6.25 kHz can easily activate & deactivate subscriber units via remote
thus adding an extra level of security against unsanctioned radio
programming or system management software. This is ideal for
Digital use.
organizations with frequent personnel changes, so radios can
Can you read me? be used by contractors, vendors and seasonal/temp workers.
Distance

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Intelligibility
Flexibility
2
®
Linux Server-based System IP Interface, Console Gateway Gen

Architecture Gen 2 Up to 100 consoles can link to a single IP gateway (using the
NEXEDGE Gen2 employs a Linux server-based system architecture KPG-1002GW gateway software) so a single network can
that offers a level of reliability that allows you to expand your connect a maximum of 1,000 consoles. Call recording and
setup and control capabilities. This enables superior, fine-grained logging interfaces are available.
NEXEDGE supports both NXDN digital and analog control of networks, systems, sites and peripheral equipment –
modes via a common transceiver technology, which creating a including the ability to modify a setup and conduct maintenance/ Yet another example of the flexibility of a NEXEDGE Gen2
self-paced migration path to accommodate budgetary, monitoring remotely. system is that it is SNMP-compatible throughout the network.
administrative, organization and timeline requirements.
Network Manager Client

Programming System Controller

Software System Configuration
(web browser) 3rd Vendor Solutions

System Controller NEXEDGE

NEXEDGE
Gen2 Site Controller

Conventional Mixed Mode OAA: Over-The-Air-Alias Gen2 System Bridge

IP Gateway IP NETWORK
IP NETWORK
Current analog and NXDN digital fleets can share the same A calling unit’s User ID (UID) alphanumeric alias is sent over
frequency in conventional Mixed Mode, continuing service to the air and displayed on the receiving unit’s LCD, so there is no IP Gateway

aging analog fleet radios as new digital radios are deployed. need to program every fleet alias in every radio.
Site Controller Network Manager
NEXEDGE radios, capable of both conventional analog and digital Server #1 #100 Repeaters
operation, can talk to both old and new radios. The Mixed Mode
operation is available in base, repeat and direct modes in the
following bandwidth combinations: 25, 20*or 12.5 kHz analog
OTAP: Over-The-Air-Programming
IP Dispatch
with 12.5 or 6.25 kHz NXDN (25 kHz mode capable equipment is The NEXEDGE OTAP Manager software (KPG-150AP/180AP) Software

only available where permitted by government regulations). provides wireless programming for subscriber units in the field.
Fleet Priority Channel –
Over-the-air changes to large fleets will result in huge savings by
Additionally, all NXDN digital modes use the same Class-C power Secured Priority Channel Allocation Gen 2
amplifiers and site management equipment used for current
cutting down on extensive travel, labor and fuel costs as well as Direct Frequency Assignment (DFA)
analog stations, ensuring high ROI and a wide range of supplier
in lost productivity caused by radio downtime.
for Efficient Site/Channel Addition Gen 2 For demanding mission/operation-critical users, it is essential to
have a system that offers top-notch security 24/7. Mission critical
choices. OTAP features include:
With the inherent flexibility of NEXEDGE Gen2, you can always users can put their full trust in the NEXEDGE Gen2 system
*Europe • Programs Subscribers Over-the-Air
keep your system up to date easily and quickly. Unlike NEXEDGE because they can assign a secured priority channel to a specific
• Full & Partial Programming
Gen1 models that require collecting every single subscriber unit traffic channel (TCH) – for a group, console, or other peripheral.
• OTAP Session Scheduling
on the network to add a new channel/site, Gen2 features Group members will have priority
• Auto Retries & Pass / Fail Logging
Trunked Channel Shared Mode • Fail Safe
DFA – Direct Frequency Assignment – simplifying the procedure access at all times, which is ideal CCH
to ensure that as soon as new frequencies are added to the for public safety applications.
NEXEDGE trunked system traffic channels can be shared with • Works with all NEXEDGE Subscribers
network, all equipment and subscriber units connected to the Gen2 further enables private
existing external analog conventional or analog trunked logic • Adds savings for operators and customers.
network are notified automatically. No radios have to be called system applications, facilitating
controllers, extending service to analog fleets as they transition in, which means zero downtime for site managers and SMR the development of new solutions
to NXDN trunking. [ NEXEDGE OTAP (KPG-150AP/180AP) ] operators. Police
– for example, using a Secured
Base Station / Priority Channel for SMR network
Administration Site Console
New CCH channel leasing to end users.
Telephone Interconnect System Programming
Data
!
The Interconnect Adapter (KTI-4), connected to a NEXEDGE Programming Data

Dual Functional Channel/

Direct
Trunked System, converts analog telephone voice to/from
Non-Dedicated Control Channel 2
NEXEDGE SYSTEM
digital, enabling two-way communication between a telephone Base Radio
Gen
and a radio. It connects to an analog PABX/PSTN system OTAP MANAGER Programming Data
Via Repeater New CCH New CCH
through analog telephone patch equipment. Channel complex systems require a dedicated control channel
! ! (CCH), but it can be difficult to set up such a channel in a way
[ Telephone Interconnect System ] Programming
Data
that is cost-effective. However, NEXEDGE Gen2 employs an
Hub/Router IP Network Hub/Router elegant solution: the CCH and TCH temporarily exchange roles
PSTN/PABX
On-site to expand air capacity. This Dual Functional Channel enables you
NEXEDGE
TRUNKED SYSTEM
KTI-4 Interconnect Adapter to receive the same level of performance provided by a dedicated
Telephone
Patch control channel but without having to make a large investment.
Hub /
IP Network Hub /
Router
Router
Off-site This approach also maximizes traffic capacity without increasing
Telephone Phone Line
the number of frequencies, and maintains an even load distribution
KTI-4
Patch PSTN/PABX
on the repeaters, a solution that makes sense for sites with limited
Interconnect Adapter
traffic.

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Scalability
NXDN Type-C Trunked Systems NXDN Type-D Trunked System
Specified as the full-featured digital protocol by the NXDN Economical alternative to the Type-C trunked system,
Forum, NXDN Type-C has been used for NEXEDGE since 2007. Type-D trunked system is based on digital LTR® protocol
As well as Type-C it is known as Control Channel based or specified by the NXDN Forum. Unlike Type-C trunking, there is
Centralized Control trunking, which is controlled centrally using no dedicated control channel: trunking is under the control of
As well as traditional conventional systems, a dedicated control channel that is continuously transmitting and the home repeater assigned to each radio. Similar to LTR, there
conventional IP networks and trunked networks, receiving. As with MPT 1327, registration is required. is no need for registration.
NEXEDGE allows you to link up to 1,000 sites Type-C trunked systems provide increased call capacity,
(up to 24 networks). enhanced call capabilities, improved security and faster [ Trunked System ]
communications with less user interaction than conventional
systems. The system automatically assigns channels for faster
and more efficient use of spectrum, allowing users to concentrate
on the job at hand.
• System Call Queuing Stack call requests and processes calls
when a channel becomes available. System operators can assign
Digital Conventional Systems Digital Conventional IP Networks higher queue priority to certain users and preempt lower priority
NEXEDGE conventional systems offer capabilities beyond analog users for more important dispatch and emergency calls.
NEXEDGE Conventional IP Networks offer wide area coverage or
conventional systems. With large unit ID and talk group ID coverage fill-in extensions. • Priority Monitor Monitor for up to 4 high priority talk
capacity, operators can identify and segment different depart- groups and automatically switches radios to a higher priority
• 16 or 48 Site Configurations NEXEDGE Conventional IP
mental/agency groups and sub-groups on shared channels. call, such as from a dispatcher or supervisor.
networks link up to 16 or 48 digital conventional repeaters
Mixed Mode allows service to both analog and digital fleets at
into one system for wide area coverage or coverage fill-in • Privacy Assures complete privacy for group and individual
the same time.
extensions. calls. Other users on the system cannot monitor calls.
• RAN (Radio Access Number) base units include a 16 RAN
• Beacon Signals As users roam throughout the network, • Late entry Subscriber units may join a group or individual call
capacity conventional repeater controller for 16 user group
subscriber units use the beacon signals to choose the best already in progress after powering on or upon entering the
site sharing (RAN range: 1-64; this is similar to CTCSS/DCS
repeater for communications. system coverage area.
use in FM).
• Normal or Automatic Site Roam (per Zone) Subscriber • Message Trunking Users are granted access to a traffic
• 1,000 GIDs Large talk group ID capacity for group
zones can be programmed for “Normal Channel Select,” for channel for the length of a two-way call to reduce interruptions
selective calling.
traditional conventional operation, and/or “Automatic Site by utilizing fewer system resources.
• 1,000 UIDs Large unit ID capacity for individual selective Roam,” which allows subscribers to scan for site beacon
signals to lock on to in order to make or receive network calls. • Transmission Trunking Optimizes channel resources during
calling.
peak traffic hours by allowing channel access only during each
• Mixed Channel Type FM & NXDN conventional units can • Receiver Voting Voting systems extend the portable talk-in push-to-talk.
share the same RF channel. Both subscriber units and bases range of an NXR-710/810 conventional repeater by utilizing
demodulate incoming analog FM or NXDN digital calls and a constellation of satellite receivers linked to the repeater site.
talkback or repeat in the same mode (combination with any Portable signal strength data (RSSI) is sent via IP link to the
bandwidth). repeater site which compares and selects the receiver site
with the best audio quality for re-transmission.

[ Conventional System ] [ Conventional IP Network ]

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Digital Trunked Wide Area Multi-system Roaming –

IP Networks
The network option leverages the power of IP to link multiple
digital trunked sites (up to 1,000 with NEXEDGE Gen2) for wide
area roaming and calling — across a campus, city, country, or
Gen 2 Highly Scalable IP Network
NEXEDGE Gen2 Multi-system Roaming Gateway Server has
been developed to meet the needs of operators expanding to
large-scale regional systems. Using the Multi-system Roaming,
Gen 2
Manageability
region. Scalable networks can be created over existing IT assets, it is possible to connect to different trunked systems operated
private microwave, spread-spectrum links or carrier services by other SMR/PAMR operators based on Gen2. Users will be NEXEDGE Application Software and Dispatch System effectively
using standard 10/100 Base-T Ethernet switches and routers. able to enjoy seamless auto-roaming connection among and efficiently manage your fleet.
The 60,000 group ID and unit ID network capacity is sufficient individual networks with different system codes. By supporting
for large organizations and multi-user system sharing. the voice and data features of a local network across a large-
scale system, NEXEDGE Gen2 serves the requirements of SMR
Tornadoes and forest fire happen without warning, and and private operators for state-wide,
NEXEDGE makes it possible to build a highly flexible system to multi-state or national systems.
respond swiftly and dynamically to immediate challenges.

Subscriber units use advanced control channel hunting algorithms, System X

RF signal strength and digital signal quality monitoring to Centralized System Management NEXEDGE Repeater Monitor
automatically determine the best site for accurate and
resource-sensitive roaming and registration decisions. Sophisticated network system management software reduces The NEXEDGE Repeater Monitor provides around-the-clock
operation and maintenance costs. It offers such features as remote IP monitoring of all repeaters on an NXDN single-site

ing Zone
• All Call Calls all fleets or all units in a fleet in emergencies and remote programming, firmware uploading, subscriber unit or multi-site trunked network and on NXDN conventional IP
for critical incident response. System B
access management, monitoring and diagnostic capabilities – networks. This software alerts supervisors and technical personnel

Roam
all from a secure Windows®-based application via direct of systemic problems or failures at any site. The repeater monitor
• Remote Group Add Adds a new GID to subscriber units IP Network connection, IP connection or dial-up modem. Access is limited can be set to sound a PC alarm and send multiple emails or SMS

em
remotely over-the-air to form a workgroup for emergencies,

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special events, special operations or critical incidents. to authorized personnel only . text messages upon receiving an alert. All events are recorded in

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M a log file.
• Control/Traffic Channel Switching Designates a Traffic • Subscriber Privileging UID/GID validation, Class-of-Service
Channel as a new Control Channel should the original System A entries of 5,000 UID/GID each for Gen2 or 127 UID/GID each • Repeater Diagnostics Via IP • Single-site Trunked & Multi-site
become disabled. Disabled Traffic Channels are automatically for Gen1; 5,000 Fleet UID/GID lists permit operators to grant • WAV File Alarms Networks
removed from service. certain access privileges, call types, inter-site call capabilities • Email/SMS Alert Notifications • Conventional & Conventional IP
and queue priority to any groups and/or individuals on a • Log File Download • Network Link
system.
[ Digital Trunked Wide Area IP Network ] Notification When a trunked network IP link is disrupted,
• Real-Time Activity Monitoring Activity dashboard the site reverts to single-site trunked operation and a network
maintains activity records for troubleshooting. link message can be broadcast over the air, while an alert tone
is sounded on the radios of the system operator and on-call
• Call Logs Operators can download detailed call activity of
technician.
any channel, site, individual or group for traffic, security and
incident analysis.
Extended Coverage • Channel Loading Graphs Track usage and blocking statistics
Because an RF signal weakens with distance, analog reception to identify possible system traffic/capacity issues.
NEXEDGE Repeater Monitor Software for iOS
becomes increasingly noisy and intermittent. The low BER of NXDN • NXR Diagnostics Operators can remotely monitor each NXR This iPhone/iPad app can notify staff of remote repeater
improves reception in fringe areas, thereby effectively increasing unit’s hardware and Ethernet network interface to identify incidents. Note that it is designed specifically for use with the
range by as much as 20% over FM analog, resulting in a 50% possible problems at any site. KPG-149RM PC software. Owing to iOS restrictions, the app
increase in coverage area for digital 6.25 kHz.
is unable to detect incidents while the smart device is in sleep
• NXR Firmware Uploading Operators can remotely update
mode or when the app is operating in the background, but
Compared to digital 12.5 kHz bandwidth operation, the narrower operational firmware in all NXR units without having to drive
since the PC-based KPG-149RM monitors repeaters around
6.25 kHz bandwidth enabled by the FDMA technology of NXDN to a site.
the clock, it can notify the smart device user via email (Alert
extends range by 15%. Receiver filters are narrower and can thus
Mail) at any time.
achieve superb C/N (carrier-to-noise) ratio. The net result is superior
clarity over a 30% wider coverage area.

30%
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IP Network
ail
be used to reproduced
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coverage, 18 1 12
6 4 for materials you are
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smaller 6 4
authorized or legally
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investment! 16 14
3G/LTE or NEXEDGE Repeater Monitor permitted to reproduce.
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15 Wi-Fi® KPG-149RM Any other use of the
iTunes Products, such
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors Send
Alert as for illegal copying of
6.25 kHz 12.5 kHz digital system Mail music, may constitute a
At a total of 2150 sq. miles coverage: At a total of 2150 sq. miles coverage: copyright infringement.
6.6-mile radius per site / only 16 site total 5.8-mile radius per site / 21 site total
System administrator
Monitor system condition NEXEDGE Repeater Monitor Software for iOS
Note: Map and coverage areas shown are simulated picture and not to scale. from iPhone/iPad KPG-149SA

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Client for Gen2 Gen 2 GPS Report Channel Gen 2 This innovative system consists of a monitor station (KVT-11) and for Consoles Gen 2
NEXEDGE Gen2 employs a server-based network design with a GPS is a widely used tool to track the position of personnel and a base station (KAS-11) linked via NEXEDGE digital transceivers*. Supervisors and console operators – for example, in airport
system controller to ensure efficient system management. The vehicles. NEXEDGE Gen2 further enhances GPS operation to Still images are transmitted from the remote camera to the base control towers and taxi dispatch centers – can use this feature,
addition of Network Manager System & Client enables facilitate management. The System Controller is aware at all station computer, which serves as the control and monitoring to ensure that console calls have priority. If there is no traffic
comprehensive monitoring of large-scale systems with multiple times how many GPS-equipped subscriber units (SUs) are on center. Several sites can be monitored simultaneously. channel available, the console can take over a channel: radios
access points. Network assets are managed using the SNMP duty, and when a new SU is registered, the controller assigns a *Models compatible with transparent mode. in operation will automatically stop ongoing call transmission/
protocol, while IP assets are managed with a single program. reporting frame and traffic channel. reception, and the console will be able to communicate directly
• Remote Wireless Camera • MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Video
In addition to NEXEDGE server and repeater monitoring, IP asset with their users. Call interruption facilitates emergency alerts or
Improvements to the air protocol minimize data overhead, max- • Base Monitoring / Image Viewer Compression
and network monitoring is also possible; this includes network instructions to be issued to a large number of users at the same
imizing traffic/data capacity while reducing GPS data processing • NEXEDGE System Compatible • Transfers in 1.5 Minutes or Less
traffic and load, network path, subscriber registration, latency, time, making this feature also useful for public safety.
time. • 900KB VGA-Res Color or
event and error monitoring. Other functions include log acquisi-
B&W Images
tion and analysis; call log acquisition and analysis by group, site
and call type; reporting and alert settings. [ Wireless Image System ]
Monitor Stations
Use of SNMP provides flexible means for status monitoring of
network hardware such as routers and switches, as well as Console Call
Timing: xxx
Windows and UNIX servers. It also facilitates resource, Report to: CH xxx
performance and traffic monitoring. The system is compatible
Registration
with commercially available network monitoring applications.
Base Station Console Call Console Call
• KPG-1003NS Network Management Server Software Surveillance
Camera
• KPG-1004NC Network Management Client Software End Call
NEXEDGE
Digital Radio
KVT-11 NEXEDGE KAS-11
System Controller Image Encorder Digital Radio IMAGE Viewer
End Call

NEXEDGE

Gen2 Network
Manager Client NEXEDGE Dispatch
IP NETWORK KENWOOD’s NEXEDGE Dispatch System is a dedicated end-to-
end, IP-based telecommunications console system designed for
medium to large operations.
Network Manager Browser-Based Multi-Access Schedulable Stun/Kill Gen 2
2
Server • IP Gateway Connection to NEXEDGE Trunked Repeater Configuration Tool Gen
To prevent unauthorized access and/or theft of radios, the elec-
• Group, Individual, Emergency, Status, Encryption
• Analog/ NEXEDGE Conventional Radio Gateway This browser-based configuration tool replaces the KPG-110SM tronic serial numbers are screened by the system. When a radio
is keyed up, the ESN is constantly screened; if an unauthorized
NEXEDGE AVL & Messaging • Patching at Dispatch Console System Manager. You can now use a PC or even mobile device to
person is trying to access the network, the operator has the
• Network Redundancy & Hot Standby Provide 99.999% Availability monitor, in real time, the access status of multiple users from
KENWOOD’s KAS-10 dispatch application easily integrates with • System-Wide Aux I/O multiple login points with access control. Upload a firmware option to initiate a stun or kill to disable the radio. Prescheduling
a NEXEDGE control station radio for operation on all system • Supports Distributed Console System Design update to the System Controller for an automatic update of all is convenient for setting up rental subscriber units. For instance,
types or as a virtual PC radio via an IP connection to a NEXEDGE repeaters, assuring that all repeaters are constantly operating on you can set up to renew contract when a payment is made.
network. Voice messaging and AVL functions run independently. the latest firmware. This ensures that all repeaters on the network The radio can be disabled when the contract ends, or the radio
[ NEXEDGE Dispatch System ]
will always have the latest firmware version. Log management not being returned on a specific date. Configuration is browser-
• 999 Mobile ID Capacity • Google Earth™ Maps
via the System Controller is also possible. And since this is a based to ensure flexibility.
• NEXEDGE Conventional & (KML Output) NEXEDGE
Trunked System
Trunked Systems • NEXEDGE VoIP Dispatch browser-based approach, flexibility is assured: as long as you
• Analog Conventional & • 100 Group Scan with 4 Priority are connected to the network, you can access the system from
LTR® Systems Monitor ID’s anywhere to remotely configure network settings. System
Console w/ Media Dock Controller
• Microsoft® MapPoint® 2006/ • NXDN Voice Scrambling
NEXEDGE System Configuration
2009/2010 /2011 Mapping
Gen2
• Dispatch Console Window WAN (web browser)

[ KAS-10 ] Workstation
IP NETWORK
Windows® 7 PC
Central Unit

Voice ESN Enabled subscriber units (SUs)

/Message
L AN
Voice
/Message Kill
GPS

Voice/Message
NEXEDGE IP Gateway Conventional Radio Gateway
IP Network
GPS
Dispatcher
Site Controller

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Durability Going Forward

NEXEDGE Repeaters, Base Stations, Portables, and Mobiles The KENWOOD SOLUTION DEVELOPERS Program
must meet the demanding needs of heavy industrial welcomes experts in software and hardware
applications and tough job requirements. Quality control is development that are interested in creating new
ensured by subjecting each new model to a battery of stringent solutions for NEXEDGE radios and systems.
tests before it is launched. All our products are compliant with This initiative is facilitated by the KPT-110SDK
MIL-810 and IP54/55 weather-proofing. Software Development Kit.

Rugged Design to Support Intrinsically Safe: Worldwide Directives/ Solution Categories:

Mission-critical Operations Certifications for IS/EX Radios 1) AVL, GPS & Tracking Application Image
Key to the development and manufacturing process, we FM Approvals is a certified agency authorized to • Ability to easily and accurately pinpoint the location of a mobile caller or vehicle
Operation
subject KENWOOD radios to numerous tests of durability. conduct internationally recognized ANSI/ISA testing in transit to manage assets. instructions GPS satellite

Under rigorous conditions, the radios are subjected to water for Intrinsically Safe Apparatus. In China, CQST is a • Location-based services used for emergency purposes as well as enhanced business
GPS data +
immersion, temperature extremes and impact tests. safety certification standard for electrical products to applications such as location-sensitive billing, traffic updates, fleet management and ID data
NMEA data
All NEXEDGE radios are both MIL-STD and IP certified. be used in hazardous areas. USTC certification assures conformity asset & people tracking.
with relevant US and Canadian standards. CSA is the Canadian • Numerous options for mobile positioning available. Base station

Standards Association, and also CSA US is recognized in the US.

2) Event Logging & Voice Recording Solutions
IEC Ex is an International certification system for Ex products
Scheme. ATEX directives are EU standards for equipment to be • Software to log and control a private radio network. Application Image
used where there is a potential risk from explosive atmospheres; • Offers fully customizable Event Logging applications. WAN/LAN

certified products eliminate the risk of ignition and ensure safe • Basic logging: PTT, status updates, auto transmitting, emergency signals, etc. Data server

operation. • Advanced logging: Engine data of a vehicle such as speed, location, direction, Connect the system via
IP and save voice and
operational duration, temperature, fuel consumption, RPM and odometer; data as digital data.
Note: Please read the IS Manual very carefully before using the IS radio. The radio/
battery combination must be strictly observed. There must be no substitution of items, Operator logs to track hours worked and productivity, etc.
even if the substitute has been previously approved for use with other KENWOOD
communications equipment. Do not use the radio with any battery or accessories or
• Dedicated Voice Recording solutions to log individual or group voice traffic in a
options in a hazardous atmosphere unless they are specifically certified for such use; NEXEDGE trunked radio system.
Heavy Rain Test Splash Test otherwise, an explosion or fire could result. Charge batteries only in areas known to be Application Image
non-hazardous (in fresh air). • Recorded voice can be played back and/or stored on different media such as
hard drives or CD-ROM/DVD. UHF
IS certified models are: Base station 2
Mountain top site 2
NX-200, NX-300, NX-410, NX-220, NX-320, NX-420, NX-230, NX-330; 3) Dispatch and Monitoring Solutions:
WAN/LAN
Check with KENWOOD on specific models that may be compatible* • Diverse Dispatch and Console solutions from low to high tier and from
operation critical to mission critical applications. Mountain top site 3
*Model availability may vary depending on region/country.
• Intelligent UIs, advanced tools, network health monitors, and simple VHF
VHF and UHF
patch
desktop consoles. Mountain top site 1
Base station 1
• Ensures the highest levels of interoperability, scalability and usability.
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4) Gateway Solutions
NEXEDGE® system P25 system
• Connect a network to other radio systems, VOIP, Satellite or Cellular technologies. Gateway
Drop Test Extreme Temperature Test system
• Use smartphones to monitor the status of a radio network and operations connection

from remote location. WAN/LAN WAN/LAN WAN/LAN

• Access to phone systems (e.g. PABX, PSTN, or x-system).

5) Messaging Solutions Terminals can interconnect between

P25 and NXDN systems.
• Send emails and text messages to a radio.

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WAN/LAN
KPT-110SDK (ver. 2.0)
Software Development Kit
SMTP KAS-10/20
Text messaging Gateway AVL and Dispatch Software
Key Push Test Immersion Test Dedicated website and brochures are available
Messages are displayed
[Link]
on the radio’s LCD

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Portable Radios
Drawing on decades of KENWOOD engineering expertise, NEXEDGE portable radios stand out for their
superb operating ease and impressive performance.

NEXEDGE Multi Digital & NEXEDGE Digital & FM Portable Radio NEXEDGE Digital & FM Portable Radio NEXEDGE Digital & FM Portable Radio NEXEDGE Digital & FM Portable Radio
FM Portable Radio
NX-200(G)/300(G)/410 NX-220/320/420 NX-240/340 NX-230EX/330EX
NX-5200/5300/5400

Color 1.74” (240 x 180 pixels) 14-character alphanumeric aliases & 14-character alphanumeric aliases &
Display 13-segment & backlit 8-digit LCD —
Transflective TFT LCD backlit dot matrix LCD backlit dot matrix LCD

Keypad Full-key/Standard key Numerical-key/6-key Numerical-key/4-key/Non-key — Numeral-key

VHF 136-174 MHz (NX-5200) 136-174 MHz (NX-200(G)) 136-174 MHz (NX-220) 136-174 MHz (NX-240) 136-174 MHz (NX-230EX)

UHF 380-470 MHz, 450-520 MHz (NX-5300) 400-470 MHz, 450-520 MHz (NX-300(G)) 400-470 MHz, 450-520 MHz (NX-320) 400-470 MHz, 450-520 MHz (NX-340) 400-470 MHz (NX-330EX)
Frequency range
RX: 763-776, 851-870 MHz;
RX: 851-870 MHz; RX: 851-870 MHz;
800 MHz TX: 763-776, 793-806, 806-825, — —
TX: 806-825 MHz, 851-870 MHz (NX-410) TX: 806-825 MHz, 851-870 MHz (NX-420)
851-870 MHz (NX-5400)
VHF 6/1 W (NX-5200) 5/1 W (NX-200(G)) 5/1 W (NX-220) 5/1 W (NX-240) 1.2 W

RF output UHF 5/1 W (NX-5300) 5/1 W (NX-300(G)) 5/1 W (NX-320) 5/1 W (NX-340) 1.2 W

800 MHz 3/1 W (NX-5400) 3/1 W (NX-410) 3/1 W (NX-420) — —

Max. of 4,000 CH-GID Models with LCD: 260/128

CH-GID/Zones 512/128 32/2 512/128
512/128 Models w/o LCD: 64/4

Common air interface NXDN, DMR, P25 (Phase I & II), & FM NXDN & FM NXDN & FM NXDN & FM NXDN & FM

Vocoder AMBE+2™ AMBE+2™ AMBE+2™ AMBE+2™ AMBE+2™

NXDN digital trunking Gen2 & Type-C Gen2 & Type-C Gen2, Type-C & Type-D Gen2 & Type-D Gen2 & Type-C

P25 Phase I & II — — — —

Built-in for models with suffix G Requires optional KMC-48GPS speaker Requires optional KMC-48GPS speaker Built-in
GPS Built-in
(Requires optional KRA-43G/44G antenna) microphone microphone (Requires KRA-43G/44G antenna)

IP code IP54/IP55/IP67/IP68 IP54/IP55/IP67 IP54/IP55 IP54/IP55 IP65/IP67

Intrinsically safe compatibility Optionals Optional Optional — ATEX & IECEx

Intelligent Battery Management System – Smart Design for KENWOOD Portables

You can seamlessly manage multiple batteries to extend battery lifetime and ensure that the batteries are optimally maintained. Using the Intelligent
Battery Series, Intelligent Charger, and a PC installed with Battery Reader Software KAS-12, up to 60 Rapid Chargers can be chain-connected to the PC for • Intelligent Battery Management System
status monitoring of batteries. Also, as an enhanced option of the KAS-12, up to 5000 batteries can be managed including storing the data acquired from
a battery reader.

• Intelligent Battery Series • Intelligent Charger KSC-Y32

Battery conditions are displayed in illuminated color
indicators on the charger, which are also displayed
on a connected PC with the same color scheme.
Red, yellow and green LEDs provide users with
at-a-glance information for comprehensive battery
KNB-L1 KNB-L2 KNB-L3 KNB-N4 management.
(Li-Ion 7.4V/2000 mAh) (Li-Ion 7.4V/2600 mAh) (Li-Ion 7.4V/3400 mAh) (Ni-MH 7.2V/2500 mAh)

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Offering intuitive operation with ergonomic controls and a high-visibility display, NEXEDGE mobile radios provide extensive
FM/digital capabilities on the road.

NEXEDGE Multi Digital & NEXEDGE Digital & NEXEDGE Digital & FM Mobile Radio NEXEDGE Digital & FM Mobile Radio
FM Mobile Radio FM Mobile Radio
NX-720H(G)/820H(G) NX-740H/840H
NX-5700/5800/5900 NX-700H/800H NX-720(G)/820(G)/920(G) NX-740/840
NX-700/800/900

Display Color 2.55” (154 x 422 pixels) TFT LCD 14-character alphanumeric aliases & backlit dot matrix LCD 13-segment & backlit 8-digit LCD 7-segment & 2-digit LED
VHF 136-174 MHz (NX-5700) 136-174 MHz (NX-700H/700) 136-174 MHz (NX-720H(G)/720(G)) 136-174 MHz (NX-740H/740)

Frequency UHF 380-470 MHz, 450-520 MHz (NX-5800) 400-470MHz, 450-520MHz (NX-800H/800) 400-470MHz, 450-520MHz (NX-820H(G)/820(G)) 400-470 MHz, 450-520 MHz (NX-840H/840)
range RX: 763-776, 851-870 MHz;
RX: 851-870 MHz, RX: 851-870 MHz,
800 MHz TX: 763-776, 793-806, —
TX: 806-825, 851-870 MHz (NX-900) TX: 806-825, 851-870 MHz (NX-920(G))
806-825, 851-870MHz (NX-5900)
50-10 W (NX-700H) 50-30-5 W (NX-720H(G)) 50-25-5 W (NX-740H)
VHF 50-5 W (NX-5700)
30-1 W (NX-700) 30-5 W (NX-720(G)) 25-5 W (NX-740)
RF output 45-10 W (NX-800H) 45-30-5 W (NX-820H(G)) 45-25-5 W (NX-840H)
UHF 45-5 W (NX-5800)
30-1 W (NX-800) 30-5 W (NX-820(G)) 25-5 W (NX-840)
800 MHz 35-2 W (NX-5900) 15-5 W (NX-900) 15-5 W (NX-920(G)) —
Max. of 4,000 CH-GID
CH-GID/Zones 512/128 260/120 32/2
512/128
Common air interface NXDN, DMR, P25 (Phase I & II), & FM NXDN & FM NXDN & FM NXDN & FM
Vocoder AMBE+2™ AMBE+2™ AMBE+2™ AMBE+2™
NXDN digital trunking Gen2 & Type-C Gen2 & Type-C Gen2, Type-C & Type-D Gen2 & Type-D
P25 Phase I & II — — —
Built-in Built-in for models with suffix G
GPS Optionally available (Requires optional GPS Active Antenna KRA-40G) Requires optional DB-15 connection
(Requires optional GPS Active Antenna KRA-40G)
IP code IP54/IP55 IP54/IP55 IP54/IP55 IP54

Multiple Configurations
Base-Repeaters
The NX-5700(B)/5800(B)/5900(B) mobile radios allow users to create a variety of configurations to suit diverse requirements by combining different options.
Built tough for 24/7 reliability and fully supporting mixed FM/digital operation, the slim form factor of NEXEDGE repeaters save space.
1. Single Remote Control Head x Single RF Deck The detachable front control panel of the radio is used as a Remote Control Head.
NEXEDGE Digital & FM Base-Repeater NEXEDGE Digital & FM Base-Repeater 2. Single Remote Control Head x Multi RF Decks Operate multiple radios as if they were one by adding an RF Deck.
NXR-5700/5800/900 NXR-710/810
3. Dual Remote Control Heads x Single RF Decks One controller can be mounted on the dashboard, with the other at the rear.
4. Dual Remote Control Heads x Multi RF Decks The convenience of a dual control head added to multiple RF decks (3 maximum)
configuration. Two operators can control 2 radios from separate control heads.

VHF 136-174 MHz (NXR-5700) 146-174 MHz (NXR-710)

Frequency Type 1: 450-520 MHz, Type 2: 400-470 MHz,
UHF 450-520 MHz, 400-470 MHz (NXR-810)
range Type 3: 350-400 MHz (NXR-5800)
800MHz RX: 806-825 MHz, TX: 851-870 MHz (NXR-900) —
1 2 3 4
VHF 25/5/0.5 W (NXR-5700) 50 W @50% duty, 25 W @100% duty (NXR-710)
RF output UHF 25/5/0.5 W (NXR-5800) 40 W @50% duty, 25 W @100% duty (NXR-810)
800 MHz 360-100 mW (NXR-900) —
IP interface for sending Base-repeater Optional Units IP Network Connector for the NXR-710/810 Series – KTI-3
Built-in (in conventional and trunking modes) Optional (in conventional mode) The Conventional IP Network feature is available for NXR-710/810 repeaters with the
remote control command
Network Interface Unit KTI-3.
Common air interface NXDN & FM NXDN & FM
Telephone Interface Adapter for the NXR-5700/5800/900 Series – KTI-4
Vocoder AMBE+2™ AMBE+2™ The KTI-4 Telephone Interconnect Adapter adds telephone system connectivity to the
Multi-Digital and NXDN digital conventional, KTI-3 KTI-4 NXR-5700/5800/900 based trunking system with an analog telephone patch, such as
Multi-operation Network Interface Unit Telephone Interconnect Adapter the Zetron M30, M735 or others. It is ideal for customers with intentions to enhance
FM analog on the same channel FM analog on the same channel
the flexibility of their networks by connecting their trunking system to a telephone line.
Scanning (conventional mode) 30 channels in conventional mode 30 channels in conventional mode
KTI-5 Multipurpose Network / Interface Box for the NXR-710/810 Series – KTI-5*
NXDN digital trunking Gen2 & Type-C Type-D Multipurpose Network / Interface Box *KTI-5 is a hardware / device only, requires appropriate firmware.
P25 Phase I & II —

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