KENWOOD NX1700 & NX1800
High-Efficiency RF Performance. Customizable Zone Configurations. IP54 Weatherproof Mobiles.
Kenwood NX1700 & NX1800 Digital two-way Radio
The Kenwood NX-1700H and NX-1800H series represents a high-performance family of mobile digital two-way radios designed for enterprise and operation-critical vehicle deployments. Built as an affordable, scalable communication asset, this multi-protocol series delivers excellent audio performance and a smart front-panel interface. It offers an ideal migration path to modern digital networks, bringing supreme reliability to moving workforces.
STAY CONNECTED ANYWHERE WITH UNCOMPROMISED RADIO COVERAGE.
Form Factor
Compact, vehicle-mounted design drawing standard mobile DC installation power.
Audio Power
Employs a powerful, high-volume 6W maximum internal speaker.
Durability
Complies with strict MIL-STD 810 C through G military environmental standards.
IP Rating
Certified IP54 for reliable protection against dust and splashing water.
- Multi-Protocol Framework: Supports digital NXDN, DMR, and traditional FM analog protocols on a single platform.
- High-Visibility Interface: Features an alphanumeric, white backlit 13-character LCD alongside a highly functional 7-color status LED indicator.
- Advanced Fleet Controls: Includes digital signaling options like customizable call alerts, radio stun/kill/revive overrides, and remote monitoring.
- Personnel Protection: Integrated emergency buttons, Lone Worker monitors, and panic modes protect remote operators.
The NX-1700H and NX-1800H series provides high-power RF efficiency across commercial bands. The NX-1700H operates on the VHF spectrum (136–174 MHz), and the NX-1800H operates on UHF frequencies (400–470 MHz). Both deliver a high-power 50W output, 260-channel capacity, and a digital AMBE+2™ vocoder to maintain exceptional signal sensitivity and stability across dynamic corporate networks.
Competitive Differentiators
The series stands out by delivering premium multi-protocol digital features (NXDN and DMR) in a cost-effective package mimicking high-tier hardware. It enables an incredibly flexible software-driven migration path, allowing operators to upgrade from analog to digital without purchasing new physical transceivers. Backed by customizable audio optimization profiles and Kenwood’s legendary military-grade resilience, it minimizes commercial operational downtime.
The Kenwood Standard of Performance
Military-Grade Durability: Built to survive the most demanding work environments, meeting rigorous military standards for dust, water, and impact resistance to keep your workforce moving seamlessly.
Pristine Audio Quality: Leveraging decades of renowned acoustic engineering, advanced noise-reduction technology and powerful speakers ensure your voice cuts clearly through the loudest backgrounds.
Intelligent Scalability: Effortlessly expand your radio fleet as your operations grow, utilizing versatile, forward-compatible technology designed for exceptional value and long-term reliability.
Optional Accessories
Optimize your vehicular installation configurations with genuine Kenwood high-grade original accessories. This mobile series integrates seamlessly with modular add-ons to improve daily fleet operation, supporting standard heavy-duty desktop microphones, active external speakers to amplify mobile volume, and secure vehicle mounting brackets. Fleet managers can also implement specialized software license keys to upgrade system capacity as operations expand.
Target Industries
The Kenwood NX mobile series is custom-built to deliver sound performance across rigorous commercial transport networks. It serves as the premier choice for logistics, delivery, and distribution fleets requiring loud cabin audio. It perfectly suits public transit systems, commercial taxi fleets, towing networks, and school bus operations where dispatcher tracking and instant, high-power driver communication are crucial to passenger safety.
How Teltra Can Help
Equipping your security, operations, or logistics teams with professional-grade two-way radios transforms your communications infrastructure. By migrating to a unified digital platform, you ensure instant, reliable connectivity across your entire workforce. However, managing high-capacity radio networks, dispatch consoles, and complex digital features requires dedicated expertise. At Teltra, we provide end-to-end integration. From programming your radio fleet and optimizing RF coverage to handling FCC licensing and system deployment, we ensure your organization is protected and connected.
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