KENWOOD Corporation
FM Mobile Transceiver  TM-541A

Extremely compact and lightweight, KENWOOD's TM-541A 1200 MHz FM mobile transceiver is perfect for automobile installation and enhances night-time operation thanks to its illuminated keys, large LCD, and backlit mic with DTMF.


Features at a glance:

10W RF power output
Easy-to-read, easy-to-operate illuminated keys plus large LCD display
Supplied multi-function backlit mic with DTMF
20 multi-function memory channels plus call channel
Built-in selectable CTCSS tone encoder (decoder option)
ALT (Automatic Lock Tuning) function


TM-541A in detail:

10W RF power output
Rugged and compact, the TM-541A has an RF output of 10 watts. It also features a HI/LO power switch that allows for power reduction to 1 watt.

Easy-to-read, easy-to-operate illuminated keys plus large LCD display
The functionally designed control panel with individually backlit keys greatly enhances convenience and ease of operation during night-time use. Another welcome feature is the large, built-in multi-function LCD display which provides optimum visibility in direct sunlight or after dark. The display indicates frequency, frequency step, memory channel, tone frequency, lock-out memory channel, S & RF meter, BUSY, LOW, DTSS, T (Tone), REV (Reverse), CTCSS, and tone alert system. There are also dimmer controls which adjust LCD brightness in 4 steps to match ambient lighting conditions.

Supplied multi-function backlit mic with DTMF
For enhanced operating ease in low-light situations, the supplied microphone is designed with large, backlit keys. Controls are provided on the microphone for CALL (call channel), VFO, MR (memory recall or change the memory channel) and a programmable function key. The programmable function key can be used to control one of the following functions on the radio: MHz, SHIFT, TONE, REV, DR/DT, LOW or MONITOR.

20 multi-function memory channels plus call channel
20 memory channels allow storage of frequency, TONE/CTCSS frequency, TONE ON/OFF status, and REV, for quick and easy access during mobile operation. Three channels (1-3) are used to store DTSS codes and ON/OFF status. Four channels (7, 8, 9 and 10) are used to store the transmit and receive frequencies independently for odd split repeaters.

Built-in selectable CTCSS tone encoder
Any one of the 38 sub-tone frequencies may be selected using the "Tone" key. The optional decoder enables all 37 EIA standard CTCSS frequencies, selectable via the main knob.

ALT (Automatic Lock Tuning) function
The automatic lock tuning function compensates for frequency drift.

Other Features:

Tone alert system with elapsed time indicator
DTSS (Dual Tone Squelch System) function
Pager function
Auto-power off function
Time-out timer
Lock function
Multi-scan function
MHz switch
Programmable call channel function
Programmable VFO
Frequency step selection
Offset switch and repeater reverse switch

Dimensions (W x H x D)

140 x 40 x 160 mm (5-1/2 x 1-9/16 x 6-5/16 in.)

Please note that not all features and options may be available for the model sold in your region.
Operation of DTSS, Pager, DTMF, and CTCSS is subject to local regulations.



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Updated 98/07/01 (C) 2001 KENWOOD Corporation