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KPG-46 USB Programming Cable for Kenwood Radio TM-261A TM-271A TM-281A TK-863G TK-868 TK-868G TK-880 TK-880G TK-8108 TK-8150 NX-700 NX-800 NX-900 RJ45 8-Pin
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GoodQbuy KPG-46 USB Programming Cable

Bottom line: The GoodQbuy KPG-46 USB Programming Cable: Covers 30+ Kenwood RJ45 mobiles: TK-880G, TK-8180, NX-700, NX-900, TM-281A; main trade-off: CPS programming software not included; you supply your own Kenwood dealer CPS.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Covers 30+ Kenwood RJ45 mobiles: TK-880G, TK-8180, NX-700, NX-900, TM-281A
  • ✓ Metal USB connector and RJ45 plug instead of molded plastic housings
  • ✓ 1M (3.3 ft) length with 4.2mm PU jacket rated for repeated bench coiling
  • ✓ Backed by a 12-month warranty from GoodQbuy
  • ✓ Driver CD works on 32-bit and 64-bit Windows plus Mac

Cons

  • ✗ CPS programming software not included; you supply your own Kenwood dealer CPS
  • ✗ Driver ships on CD, awkward for laptops without an optical drive
  • ✗ 3.3 ft reach forces the radio close to the PC during programming
  • ✗ RJ45 8-pin only; handhelds with 2-pin or K1 jacks need a different cable

Manufacturer description

Product Features:USB port version programming cableHigh quality diameter 4.2mm PU cableFor 32 and 64 bit operating systems, Windows 2000, XP, Server 2003, Vista, Server 2008, 7, 8 and MacProgramming software includedCompatible Kenwood Models:NX-700, NX-700E, NX-720, NX-800, NX-800E, NX-820, NX-900, NX-900ENXR-700, NXR-710, NXR-800, NXR-810, NXR-900TK-90, TK-630, TK-705, TK-705D, TK-706, TK-708, TK-709, TK-730, TK-740, TK-750, TK-752, TK-759TK-760, TK-760G, TK-762, TK-762G, TK-763, TK-763G, TK-768, TK-768G, TK-780, TK-780G, TK-785TK-805, TK-805D, TK-808, TK-809, TK-830, TK-840, TK-850…

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SpecPicks scored GoodQbuy KPG-46 USB Programming Cable using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the accessories category. GoodQbuy's accessories lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

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Key Features

  • Warranty & Compatibility & Note：12 months worry-free warranty; Compatible with Kenwood Radios TK-D840 TK-868 TK-868G TK-880 TK-880G TK-8108 TK-8150 TK980 TK-8360 TK-8302 TM-271A TM-281A TKR-750 TKR-850 NX-700 NX-800 NX-900 NXR-700 NXR-710 NXR-800 TK-7360 TK-7102 TK-8102 RJ45 Mobile Radios
  • Product Features：USB Programming Cable Length: 1M (3.3 feet);4.2mm diameter durable PU cable, metal USB connector and RJ45 plug , For 32 and 64 bit Windows and Mac operating systems.
  • Rugged Construction：Durable cable, made of quality connectors and strong PU wire.
  • Easy to use：You can connect the radio to your computer and read and write frequencies super stable and efficiently. No effort is required to program the radio.
  • Package included: USB cable with USB driver CD (Not include CPS program software)

Full Specifications

BrandGoodQbuy
ColorBlack
ModelUSB-TK8108
Weight868g
Cable TypeUSB
Item ShapeRound
Model NameUSB Programming Cable
Unit Count1 Count
Item Length1 meters
Part NumberUSB-TK8108
ConnectivityUSB
CompatibilityMac
Connector TypeRJ45, USB
Number of Pins8
Number of Items1
Special FeatureData Transfer, High Speed
Connector GenderMale-to-Male
Package includedUSB cable with USB driver CD (Not include CPS program software)
Indoor Outdoor UsageIndoor, Outdoor
Customer Package TypeStandard Packaging
Full listing titleKPG-46 USB Programming Cable for Kenwood Radio TM-261A TM-271A TM-281A TK-863G TK-868 TK-868G TK-880 TK-880G TK-8108 TK-8150 NX-700 NX-800 NX-900 RJ45 8-Pin

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