Kenwood Reliability
Kenwood and EF Johnson deliver rugged, mission-ready radios; as Wisconsin’s largest authorized Kenwood dealer, GenComm helps you choose, deploy, and support the right fit.
KENWOOD & Viking Radios Built for Mission-Critical Reliability
KENWOOD’s communications lineup is built for clear, reliable performance across public safety and business environments—including robust P25 offerings and flexible platforms that can support multiple digital protocols as needs evolve. EF Johnson’s KENWOOD Viking radios extend that mission-critical focus by pairing Viking P25 software expertise with KENWOOD’s proven hardware quality—trusted globally by police, fire, EMS, military, and homeland security teams.
GenComm partners with KENWOOD and EF Johnson because this ecosystem is engineered for front-line reliability and long-term fleet manageability—supported by advantages like perpetual software licensing, the Vault™ asset management tool, Armada® fleet management/programming, and TrueVoice™ noise cancellation. As an authorized KENWOOD dealer—and one of the country’s largest KENWOOD dealers—GenComm can help you select the right radios (including Viking solutions), configure them for your system, and support them over the long haul with the service and expertise your teams depend on.
A Few Kenwood/EF Johnson Products
Explore a selection of KENWOOD and EF Johnson solutions—from durable portable and mobile radios to Viking P25 options designed for mission-critical performance. This is only a snapshot; GenComm can provide a broader range of radios, accessories, and management tools to fit your coverage needs, workflows, and budget.
NX-1300
NEXEDGE portable radio available in NXDN® or DMR digital (or analog-only) models for clear, dependable everyday communications.
- NXDN® or DMR digital CAI, plus FM analog options
- High-contrast backlit LCD models (keypad or basic configurations)
- Large 7-color LED indicator for at-a-glance status
- Renowned KENWOOD audio quality (1W)
- IP54/55 durability (IP67 version available)
- Digital/analog mixed mode and roaming options for flexible deployments
NX-3220/3320/3420
Multi-protocol portable designed for NXDN® or DMR digital and FM analog operation—built for flexible fleets and smooth migration.
- NXDN® and DMR support, plus mixed digital/analog operation
- Built-in GPS and Bluetooth® for fleet visibility and hands-free workflows
- Active Noise Reduction (ANR) for clearer audio in high-noise environments
- Motion sensor options for man-down and related safety alerts
- Optional DES/AES encryption for secure communications
- IP54/55/67 and MIL-STD durability for tough field conditions
NX-5200/5300/5400
NX-5000 Series portable delivering “one radio” interoperability—supporting NXDN®, DMR, P25 (Phase 1 & 2), and analog in a single platform.
- Supports NXDN®, DMR, P25 (Phase 1/2), and FM analog in one radio
- Enables flexible migration with selectable CAIs and mixed operation
- Full-color display and intuitive controls (D-pad/lever switch; keypad models available)
- Built-in safety sensing options (man-down / lone worker style functions)
- Intelligent battery management ecosystem to extend battery life
- Rugged designs with IP immersion options and stringent environmental testing
NX-1700H/1800H
NEXEDGE mobile radio for vehicles and fixed installs, offering multi-protocol NXDN® or DMR digital and FM analog operation in one unit.
- “One Radio” multi-protocol support: NXDN® or DMR digital plus FM analog
- Software options to expand capabilities without firmware upgrades
- Loud, clear KENWOOD audio (up to 6W max)
- Backlit LCD plus 7-color LED for quick status visibility
- Emergency features with Lone Worker and remote stun/kill/check
- Rugged IP54 and MIL-STD ratings for real-world environments
Viking VP8000
Multi-band, multi-protocol portable built for public safety interoperability—combining flexible system support with front-line ergonomics.
- Multi-band operation (VHF, UHF, 700/800 MHz)
- Multi-protocol support (P25 Phase 1/2, conventional, Viking16, analog; DMR listed for future release)
- Mixed-protocol zones so channels can span different systems
- Public-safety ergonomics: glove-friendly controls and large emergency button
- High-output audio (3W max) plus built-in GPS, Bluetooth®, and Wi-Fi®
- Fully ruggedized (IP67/68, MIL-STD) with advanced encryption options
Viking VM8000
Multi-band, multi-protocol mobile engineered for mission-critical operations—delivering interoperability, control-head flexibility, and high-power audio.
- Multi-band operation (VHF, UHF, 700/800 MHz)
- Multi-protocol support including P25 Phase 1/2 and DMR Tier II/III, plus analog options
- Mixed-protocol zones and wide channel capacity for complex fleets
- TrueVoice™ noise cancellation for clearer mobile audio
- Wi-Fi® (2.4/5 GHz) and Bluetooth® 5.0 / BLE connectivity
- Remote-mount control head options and robust encryption (AES-256 / OTAR support)
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GenComm advocated on our behalf, securing pricing that allowed us to update our system for the modern digital world. Our new radios have been a gamechanger for us, and the upgrades simply would not have been possible without GenComm’s relationship with Kenwood, and with us.
James Cherry
Senior Engineering Director, Marcus Performing Arts Center