KPG-36X KPG-46X
USB PROGRAMMING INTERFACE CABLE
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
SUPPLIED ITEMS
•
USB programming interface cable (USB 2.0 Full speed (12 Mb/s)
compliant) <cable length: 4.92 ft/ 1.5 m>
•
CD (with driver software)
•
Instruction manual (B5A-0568-XX)
OPERATING SYSTEM
Windows 7, Windows 8.1, or Windows 10 operating system.
(Use in desktop mode is recommended. The driver installation software
does not support touch input.)
INSTALLING THE DRIVER
When using the KPG-36X/ 46X for the fi rst time, install the supplied
KPG-36X/ 46X driver.
ATTENTION:
◆
Applicable operating systems are subject to change without notice
due to the end of the technical support by Microsoft Corporation or
change of the product specifi cations.
◆
For Fpro software, use version 6.30 or later.
◆
For KFL software, use version 1.22 or later.
◆
Depending on the usage condition of the USB apparatus, saved
content may be lost. JVC KENWOOD Corporation does not take
responsibility for damages or lost content.
1
Turn on the PC, then insert the supplied CD into the CD-ROM drive
of the PC.
2
When using KPG-36X/ 46X for NX-5000 series and NX-3000 series,
the USB driver whose transfer rate is faster than the UART (Virtual
COM Port) driver or the current UART (Virtual COM Port) driver can
be selected.
Refer to the service manual for other models, and if there are not
any specifi c descriptions, select the UART (Virtual COM Port)
driver.
If installing the UART (Virtual COM Port) driver:
Double-click “
CP210x_VCP_Windows
” folder .
Double-click “
CP210xVCPInstaller_x64.exe
” or
“
CP210xVCPInstaller_x86.exe
” fi le. When the installation Wizard
starts, click [Next>].
If installing the USB driver:
Double click “
Kenwood_Type_1_USB_Driver
” folder. Double
click “
Kenwood_Type_1_USB_Driver_32bit.bat
” or “
Kenwood_
Type_1_USB_Driver_64bit.bat
” fi le. When the Installation Wizard
starts, click [
Next>
].
•
Concerning the 64-bit version or 32-bit version, you should
check the PC in advance.
3
Read through the licensing agreement. If you consent to the terms of the
agreement, check the "
I accept this agreement
", then click [
Next>
].
•
Start the installation.
4
When the driver fi nishes copying to the PC, click [
Finish
].
Note:
◆
The KPG-36X/ 46X is installed as a virtual com port.
◆
The KPG-36X/ 46X does not support programs other than those
used for KENWOOD transceivers.
◆
If the driver cannot be installed or if, having installed the driver and
restarted your PC, the driver cannot be found or the operation does
not stabilize, try changing the USB port to that which you have
connected the KPG-36X/ 46X. Additionally, try removing other
equipment attached to the USB ports of the PC.
◆
Access the following URL for the drivers download information:
http://www.kenwood.com/jp/usb-com/
CONNECTING TO A PC AND TRANSCEIVER
Connect the KPG-36X/ 46X USB connector to the USB port of the PC,
and the other connector to the transceiver.
Note:
◆
Connect the KPG-36X/ 46X directly to the transceiver and the PC
(or USB HUB).
◆
Do not connect the KPG-36X/ 46X other than PC (or USB HUB).
It causes malfunction of the KPG-36X/ 46X and the transceiver.
ABOUT SELECTING USB/ UART (VIRTUAL COM PORT)
For using USB (Up to 12 Mb/s USB Speed), Slide the SW of KPG-36X/
46X to "
USB
".
For using UART (Virtual COM Port), Slide the SW of KPG-36X/ 46X to
"
UART
".
CONFIRMING THE INSTALLATION
Connect the KPG-36X/ 46X to a USB port, In the “
Device Manager
”, open
the “
Ports (COM & LPT)
”.
In case of the SW position of UART, If “
Silicon Labs CP210x USB to
UART Bridge(COMx)
” appears, installation is complete.
In case of the SW position of the USB, “
KENWOOD Type1(COMx)
”
appears, installation is complete.
COPYRIGHTS
• Windows
®
is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
• Other product and company names mentioned herein may be the
trademarks of their respective owners.
One or more of the following statements may be applicable to this
equipment.
FCC WARNING
This equipment generates or uses radio frequency energy. Changes or
modifi cations to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the
modifi cations are expressly approved by the party responsible/
JVC KENWOOD. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment
if an unauthorized change or modifi cation is made.
INFORMATION TO THE DIGITAL DEVICE USER REQUIRED BY
THE FCC
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can generate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer for technical assistance.
Information on Disposal of Old Electrical and Electronic Equipment and
Batteries (applicable for countries that have adopted separate waste
collection systems)
Products and batteries with the symbol (crossed-out wheeled bin) cannot
be disposed as household waste.
Old electrical and electronic equipment and batteries should be recycled
at a facility capable of handling these items and their waste byproducts.
Contact your local authority for details in locating a recycle facility nearest
to you.
Proper recycling and waste disposal will help conserve resources whilst
preventing detrimental effects on our health and the environment.
© 2018
B5A-0568-10 (M)
