Kenwood NX-5700 / NX-5800 / NX-5900
The NX-5000 mobile series carries P25 Phase 1 and Phase 2 alongside NXDN and DMR in a single in-vehicle radio, making it the most interoperable Kenwood mobile available. A 2.55-inch 65,536-color TFT display with automatic brightness adjustment, 4,000-channel capacity, and a detachable control head cover the needs of public safety vehicles and complex enterprise fleet installations. MicroSD storage up to 32 GB, Active Noise Cancelling, and optional AES-256 encryption round out the package.
Overview
Public safety vehicles often respond to incidents involving agencies on different radio systems. A patrol car might need to talk on a P25 Phase 2 countywide system and switch to a neighboring county's P25 Phase 1 or DMR network for a mutual aid call. The NX-5000 mobile series handles all three digital protocols in one head unit, with simultaneous dual-protocol operation selectable from the dash.
The NX-5700 covers VHF at 136-174 MHz with up to 50 W. The NX-5800 covers UHF in Type 1 (450-520 MHz) and Type 2 (380-470 MHz) at up to 50 W. The NX-5900 covers 700/800 MHz at up to 35 W. Channel capacity starts at 1,024 and expands to 4,000 with a software license, with 128 zones and 512 channels per zone. Protocol combinations available are FM/DMR/NXDN, FM/NXDN/P25, and FM/DMR/P25, selectable in programming. A microSD slot supports up to 32 GB for voice recording and data logs.
The 2.55-inch TFT display at 154 x 422 pixels with 65,536 colors includes an integrated luminance sensor that adjusts backlight brightness automatically. Bluetooth 3.0 is built in for wireless headsets and accessories. Active Noise Cancelling uses DSP to suppress vehicle noise on transmit. Man-down, stationary, and motion sensors trigger automatic emergency alerts. The front panel detaches to function as a full remote control head, and IP54 on the RF deck and IP55 on the control head carry MIL-STD-810 C through G ratings across -22 to 140 degrees F.
Key Features
P25 Phase 1 and Phase 2 Trunking
Full P25 trunking covers both Phase 1 FDMA and Phase 2 TDMA, allowing the radio to participate in any P25 public safety network in North America. Phase 2 support doubles effective channel capacity on modern P25 systems. NXDN Type-C Gen2 trunking adds up to 1,000-site connectivity for agencies on NEXEDGE infrastructure.
2.55-Inch Auto-Brightness TFT Display
The 154 x 422 pixel 65,536-color TFT display includes an integrated luminance sensor that automatically adjusts backlight brightness based on ambient light, eliminating manual brightness changes between garage, outdoor, and night operation. Eight selectable display themes support day and night visibility preferences.
MicroSD Storage Up to 32 GB
An onboard microSD slot records voice and data for incident documentation without requiring a connected server. This is practical for law enforcement vehicles logging radio traffic, EMS units documenting patient contacts, and fire apparatus tracking on-scene communications during an incident.
Active Noise Cancelling Audio
DSP-based Active Noise Cancelling suppresses engine noise, siren bleed-through, and wind noise on transmit for clearer communications under emergency conditions. The 4 W audio output into 4 ohm is sufficient for vehicle cabin use without an external speaker in most installations.
Man-Down and Emergency Sensors
Embedded accelerometer and tilt sensors trigger man-down, stationary, and motion detection alerts automatically when abnormal states are detected. Lone Worker mode adds a timer-based emergency backup. Remote Stun, Kill, and Check let dispatch manage the vehicle radio remotely without sending a technician to the vehicle.
Detachable Remote Control Head
The front panel detaches from the RF deck to function as a full-featured remote control head. This is particularly useful for specialized vehicle installations where the radio body mounts in the trunk or console while the display and controls remain on the dash, and for dual-mount configurations in command vehicles.
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