Description
The Kenwood NX-3220E is a professional-grade portable two-way VHF radio designed for reliable and versatile communication across a variety of industries. Part of the NX-3000 series, the NX-3220E supports multi-protocol operation, including DMR and NXDN digital modes as well as conventional FM analog communication, making it ideal for organizations transitioning from analog to digital systems at their own pace.
Built for durability and clarity, the NX-3220E delivers high-quality audio and robust performance in demanding environments. Its flexible multi-protocol capabilities allow businesses to maximize existing infrastructure while preparing for digital communication upgrades.
Key Features:
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Professional VHF portable radio for reliable communication
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Multi-protocol support: DMR, NXDN, and analog FM
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Ideal for gradual transition from analog to digital systems
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Clear, loud audio suitable for noisy environments
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Rugged, durable design for demanding operational use
Perfect for: businesses and teams that require flexible, reliable communication and want a future-ready radio solution without immediately overhauling existing analog systems.
Why Choose the Kenwood NX-3220E:
The NX-3220E combines multi-protocol flexibility, professional-grade durability, and clear audio, providing a scalable solution for modern VHF communication needs.
Specifications
| Belt Clip |
Yes |
| Instruction Manual |
Yes |
| Screw Set |
Yes |
NEXEDGE Features
| Full details of all the NEXEDGE features available from your Kenwood dealer |
Yes |
| All Group Call |
Yes |
| AMBE+2 Vocoder |
Yes |
| Broadcast Call (Trunking Mode) |
Yes |
| Emergency Call |
Yes |
| Fail Soft Mode |
Yes |
| Group Call (Trunking Mode) |
Yes |
| Individual Private Call (Trunking Mode) |
Yes |
| Individual Call |
Yes |
| Message Trunked Mode |
Yes |
| NXDN Conventional Included |
Yes |
| NXDN Digital 12.5/6.25kHz Channel Spacing |
Yes |
| NXDN Scrambler Included |
Yes |
| Over-the-air Alias |
Yes |
| Paging Call |
Yes |
| Priority Monitor IDs |
Yes |
| Radio Access Numbers (RAN) |
Yes |
| Remote Group Add (Trunking Mode) |
Yes |
| Remote Monitoring |
Yes |
| Remote Stun/Kill |
Yes |
| Short & Long Data Messages |
Yes |
| Status Messaging |
Yes |
| Transmission Trunked Mode |
Yes |
| Zones |
128 |
DMR Features
| AMBE+2 Vocoder |
Yes |
| Direct Mode (P2P) |
Yes |
| DMR Tier II |
Yes |
| DMR Tier III |
Yes, – Optional |
| DMR Site Roaming |
Yes |
| DMR Auto Slot Select |
Yes |
| Individual Call with Acknowledgement |
Yes |
| Single-slot Data Timing |
Yes |
| TDMA 2-slot System Architecture |
Yes |
Technical Specifications
| Frequency Range |
136 – 174 MHz |
| Number of Channels |
260 |
| Number of Zones |
128 |
| Channel Spacing – Analogue – Wide/Mid/Narrow |
25 kHz/20 kHz/12.5 kHz |
| Modulation Limiting – Analogue |
± 5.0 kHz at 25 kHz
± 4.0 kHz at 20 kHz
± 2.5 kHz at 12.5 kHz |
| Channel Spacing – Digital – Wide/Narrow |
12.5 kHz/6.25 kHz |
| Battery Life |
With KNB-55L: ± 8 h (FDMA) / ± 9.5 h (TDMA)
With KNB-56N: ± 8 h (FDMA) / ± 9.0 h (TDMA)
With KNB-57L: ± 11 h (FDMA) / ± 13.5 h (TDMA)
– 5-5-90 – |
| Frequency Stability |
± 2 ppm (-30 °C to + 60 °C) |
| Operating Temperature Range |
-30 °C to + 60 °C |
| Operating Voltage |
7.5 V DC ± 20% |
| Dimensions |
With KNB-55L: 56.0 x 119.6 x 36.4 mm
With KNB-56N: 56.0 x 119.6 x 42.7 mm
With KNB-57L: 56.0 x 119.6 x 39.0 mm
Radio only: 56.0 x 119.6 x 36.4 mm- Projections not included – |
| Weight (net) |
With KNB-55L: 315 g
With KNB-56N: 410 g
With KNB-57L: 340 g
Radio only: 220 g |
Receiver Specifications
| Audio Output |
3% Distortion: 500 mW / 8 Ohms
5% Distortion: 1000 mW / 8 Ohms
– Internal Speaker – |
| Intermodulation |
65 dB |
| Selectivity (Analogue) |
12.5 kHz: 68 dB
20 kHz: 74 dB
25 kHz: 76 dB |
| Sensitivity (Analogue) – EIA 12 dB SINAD |
0.25 µV (12.5/20/25 kHz) |
| Sensitivity (Analogue) – EN 20 dB SINAD |
12.5 kHz: -1 db µV (0.45 µV)
20 kHz: -3 db µV (0.35 µV)
25 kHz: -3 db µV (0.35 µV) |
| Sensitivity (Digital) |
NXDN: 12.5 kHz = 0.25 µV at 3% BER
NXDN: 6.25 kHz = 0.20 µV at 3% BER
NXDN: 12.5 kHz = -1 dB µV (0.45 µV) at 1% BER
NXDN: 6.25 kHz = -4 dB µV (0.32 µV) at 1% BER
DMR: 12.5 kHz = -4.5 dB µV (0.30 µV) at 5% BER
DMR: 12.5 kHz = -1 dB µV (0.45 µV) at 1% BER |
| Spurious Response Rejection |
65 dB |
Transmitter Specifications
| RF Power Output |
5 W / 4 W / 1 W |
| Audio Distortion |
3 % |
| FM Hum & Noise |
Analog @ 25 kHz: 45 dB
Analog @ 20 kHz: 45 dB
Analog @ 12.5 kHz: 40 dB |
| Spurious Emission (EN) |
-36 dBm ≤ 1 Ghz
-30 dBm > 1 Ghz |
