KENWOOD CORPORATION
TK-7180-K FCC ID:K4437303110/IC:282F-37303110
TK-8180-K FCC ID:K4437313110
TOOLS REQUIRED
Note
: Before installing the transceiver, always check how far the mounting screws will extend below the mounting
Surface. When drilling mounting holes, be careful not to damage vehicle wiring or parts.
The following tools are required for installing the transceiver:
• 6mm(1/4 inch) or larger electriic drill
• 4.2mm(5/32 inch) drill bit for the self-tapping screws
• Circle cutters
POWER CABLE CONNECTION
CAUTION
The transceiver operates in 12V negative ground systems only! Check the battery polarity and voltage of the
vehicle
Before installing the transceiver.
1 Check for an existing hole, conveniently located in the firewall, where the power cable can be passed through.
If no hole exists, use a circle cutter to drill the firewall, then install a rubber grommet.
2. Run the two- power cable leads through the firewall and into the engine compartment, from the passenger
compartment.
3 Connect the red lead to the positive (+) battery terminal and the black lead to the negative (-) battery terminal.
Locate the fuse as close to the battery as possible.
4 Coil and secure the surplus cable with a retaining band.
Be sure to leave enough slack in the cables so the transceiver can be removed for servicing while keeping the
power applied.
INSTALLING THE TRANSCEIVER
WARNING
For passenger safety,install the transceiver securely, using the supplied mounting bracket, so the transceiver will
not break loose in the event of a collision.
1 Mark the position of the holes in the dash by using the mounting bracket as a templete. Drill the holes, then
attach the mounting bracket using the supplied self-tapping screws.
Be sure to mount the transceiver in a location where the controls are within easy reach of the user and where
there is sufficient space at the rear of the transceiver for cable connections.
2 Connect the antenna and the supplied power cable to the transceiver.
3 Slide the transceiver into the mounting bracket and secure it using the supplied hex-headed screws.
4 Mount the microphone hanger in a location where it will be within easy reach of the user.
The microp hone and microphone cable should be mounted in a place where they will not interfere with the
safe operation of the vehicle.
CAUTION
When replacing the fuse in the DC power cable,be sure to replace it with a fuse of the same value.
Never replace a fuse with a fuse that has a higher value.
GETTING ACQUAINTED
