Kenwood TK-250 (G) Info needed....

[themanofetown]

Hey guys. First post, so please take it easy.

I've been trying to read up on these radios and there isn't a wealth of info out there. I'm really new to the whole radio club, and am trying to fill my mind with info. But I'm not finding some answers. (It's very overwhelming!)

I have 8 TK250(G)'s that I need to talk with each other. I'd like to be able to use the channel functions too. I don't mind using an FRS (I know) frequency to have the radio's talk to each other. All radios when powered on say BLNK.

I have the programming software, KPG23D. I'm awaiting the cable to arrive. Now I know jumping into programing these guys is tough for a newbie, but I can't really afford the $75 programing fee per radio from the people in town.

These radios are going to be used for crew on film sets, so it's not like I need anything fancy. Just be able to talk to each other and have 8 or 10 channels.

So my question, will the programming software be too much for a newbie? Or is there a walkthrough guide that is somewhere out there for basic programming?

Thanks a bunch and I appreciate any help!

[searchrescueff]

Simple answer. The KPG23D is a plain-jane DOS program and is easy to use. Only quirk is that XP and VISTA have a problem with running the software in a command window. I recommend using Virtual PC if your running XP, otherwise boot up in MS-DOS to run the program.

Remember, always read the radio to the computer first so all the settings are there for you to see firsthand. Otherwise you might just overwrite something important on these radios. Always save your work AND SAVE OFTEN!!!! You never know when the worst will happen and interrupt programming your radio.

If you run into problems, you can send me a PM. I have a TK-250(G) that I use for Amateur radio and Vol FD use. Hope it all goes well.