Kenwood NXR-1700 (License Band and Required License)

🔧 Basic Overview

Type: VHF Repeater (136–174 MHz)

Use: Walkie-talkie range increase / communication network expansion

Category: Professional / commercial radio system

Works with: Kenwood NX series radios (like NX-1200, NX-1300)

⚙️ Key Features

RF Output Power: Up to 50W (25W continuous duty)

Channels: Up to 32 channels

Display: 1.71-inch OLED screen

Compact Size: Fits 2 repeaters in 1U rack (space-saving)

📡 Communication Modes

This repeater supports multi-mode operation:

✔️ Analog

FM conventional (default included)

✔️ Digital (License Required)

DMR Tier II

NXDN (NEXEDGE)

Mixed mode (Analog + Digital together)

🌐 Networking & Control

Built-in IP Network Adapter

Remote management via IP

Multi-site networking (up to 16 sites)

Supports:

Unicast & multicast communication

SNMP monitoring

SIP phone integration (optional)

🔐 Security & Advanced Features

Voice/Data encryption (AES/DES)

AMBE+2 vocoder (clear digital audio)

Access control keys

Call interruption (DMR)