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- Page 1 Thank you for purchasing the Wouxun KG-805G portable GMRS radio. Your feedback makes our products better. Please share your thoughts. feedback@buytwowayradios.com www.buytwowayradios.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Front Panel Guide ..................11 Right / Left Side Guide ................12 Display Guide ....................13 Dust and Water Protection ................14 The Battery ....................15 The Antenna ....................16 The Belt Clip ....................16 Operation ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 17 Introducing GMRS and the KG-805G ............17 Power On/Off and Adjusting Volume ............18... - Page 3 Your First Transmit ..................18 Channels and Privacy Codes.................20 Using the Repeater Channels ...............21 Channel Scan ....................23 Priority Channel Scan ..................24 Key Lock ......................25 Stopwatch Timer ..................26 Menu Functions ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 27 [01: SQL-LE] Squelch Level ...............27 [02: SAVE] Power Save ................27 [03: ROGER] Roger Beep ................27 [04: TOT] Timout Timer ................28 [05: VOX] Voice Activated Transmit ............28...
- Page 4 [07: VOICE] Voice Prompt ................29 [08: BEEP] Button Beeps ................30 [09: PONMSG] Power On Message............30 [10: BCL] Busy Channel Lockout ...............30 [11: AUTOLK] Auto Lock ................31 [12: R-CTC] Receive CTCSS Tone ............31 [13: T-CTC] Transmit CTCSS Tone............31 [14: R-DCS] Receive DCS Code..............32 [15: T-DCS] Transmit DCS Code ...............32 [16: SC-REV] Scan Mode ................32 [17: PF1] Side Key PF1 Assignment ............33...
- Page 5 [21: RX-LED] Receive Backlight ..............35 [22: TX-LED] Transmit Backlight ...............35 [23: CH-NAME] Channel Name ..............35 Troubleshooting ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 37 Technical Information ���������������������������������������������������������������������������� 39 Specifications ....................39 Standard CTCSS and DCS Tones ...............40 Default GMRS Channels and Frequencies ..........42 Optional Accessories ������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 44 Limited Warranty �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������...
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Page 6: Safety Information
Safety Information Safety Information The KG-805G is an electrical apparatus, as well as a generator of RF (Radio Frequency) energy, and you should exercise all safety precautions as are appropriate for this type of device. Please read the suggestions and warnings below before using the transceiver. - Page 7 Contact your dealer for further assistance. Notice ▪ These tips are important for safe operation of your KG-805G radio and its accessories. If the transceiver does not function normally, please get in touch with your dealer immediately.
- Page 8 Safety Information Caution Please read this manual before using the radio, as it includes important instructions for the safe handling, use and operation of your radio. FCC Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the follow- ing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may...
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Page 9: Fcc Licensing Information
DO NOT attempt to use the radio with a damaged antenna. FCC Licensing Information The Wouxun KG-805G is FCC Part 95E type accepted for use on the GMRS. The KG-805G operates on General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) frequencies according to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules in the United States. As such, a GMRS license is required to transmit on these frequencies. -
Page 10: Getting Started
Getting Started Getting Started Feature Summary ▪ ▪ 22 GMRS Channels High/Low Power Selectable ▪ ▪ 8 Built-In GMRS Repeater Channels Receive (RX) Frequency Range: ▪ Up to 5 Watts Output Power 400-479.995 MHz ▪ ▪ Up to 128 Custom Channels Transmit (TX) Frequency Range: ▪... -
Page 11: Front Panel Guide
Getting Started Getting Started Front Panel Guide Channel Knob Antenna Power/Volume Knob RX LED TX LED A/B Button Menu/Confirm Exit/Cancel Up/Down Keys... -
Page 12: Right / Left Side Guide
Getting Started Right / Left Side Guide PF2 (Alarm Button) Earphone Jack PF1 (FM Radio) Monitor Button Note: Default is shown for PF1. This button can be assigned different functions in the radio menu. -
Page 13: Display Guide
Getting Started Getting Started Display Guide Priority Scan Repeater Channel VOX Transmit Bandwidth Indicator CTCSS Battery Status High Power Transmit Menu/Channel Number Low Power Transmit Memory Channel Menu Mode Key Lock BCL Indicator FM Radio Activated Full Battery Exhausted Battery RX Signal Strength Low Battery... -
Page 14: Dust And Water Protection
Getting Started Dust and Water Protection The KG-805G is waterproof to IP55 standards. It is dust resistant and rated to with- stand water projected by a nozzle (6.3 mm) against enclosure from any direction for a limited period. This radio is resistant to dust and water only while the battery is proper- ly installed and locked in place with no gaps and the accessory port is completely sealed with the accessory port cover. -
Page 15: The Battery
Getting Started Getting Started The Battery Installing the Battery To install the Lithium-ion battery pack: 1. Be sure the radio is off. 2. Slide the battery pack down the back off the radio until the three tabs on the bottom of the battery slide into the slots at the bottom of the radio. -
Page 16: The Antenna
Getting Started The Antenna The KG-805G includes an antenna with an SMA female connector that is tuned for the GMRS frequency range of your radio. Aftermarket antennas may be used, provided they are tuned for the GMRS. Warning: To avoid injury, DO NOT attempt to operate your radio if the antenna is damaged or defective. -
Page 17: Operation
10 years. The KG-805G was designed to allow you to take advantage of all that GMRS has to offer and more. Right out of the box this radio is configured to allow you to transmit on the 15 high powered GMRS simplex channels, 8 low powered simplex channels, and the 8 repeater channels. -
Page 18: Power On/Off And Adjusting Volume
Your First Transmit Selecting a Channel When you power on your KG-805G for the first time, the display will likely show “CH01” on the left with “01” on the right. CH01 is the name of the currently selected channel and 01 is the channel number. Turn the Channel Knob or press the [UP] / [DOWN] arrow keys to navigate through the list of channels. - Page 19 FRS service only and were not available for GMRS. ▪ Transmitting on channels 15-22 is allowed at High power on the KG-805G. These channels are authorized for up to 50 watts of output power. Prior to FCC changes made in 2017, this group was exclusive to GMRS (not part of FRS).
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Page 20: Channels And Privacy Codes
Channels and Privacy Codes The KG-805G supports 30 built-in GMRS channels and 155 privacy tones and codes. To successfully communicate between your stations or members of your group, all the connecting radios must be using the same channel and privacy (CTCSS or DCS) code. -
Page 21: Using The Repeater Channels
The KG-805G supports 128 customizable memory channels. Channels can be added, deleted or reordered via the PC programming software. Using the Repeater Channels The KG-805G is pre-configured with 8 GMRS repeater channels. The channels are named RPT15 through RPT22. What is a Repeater? In basic terms, a repeater is a device that is used to increase the range of two way radios. - Page 22 The description on the myGMRS website usually indicates if permission is required and provides a way to get in touch with the owner. KG-805G Repeater Channels Channels RPT15 through RPT22 have the same receive frequency as channels CH15...
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Page 23: Channel Scan
Operation Operation through CH22. However, the transmit frequency for these channels is assigned to a frequency specifically designated as a GMRS repeater input frequency. The following are the default frequencies for these channels. Number Channel Receive Frequency Transmit Frequency RPT15 462.5500 467.5500 RPT16... -
Page 24: Priority Channel Scan
PF1 button from the menu (p 33). Priority Channel Scan The KG-805G supports Priority Channel Scanning. With this feature a priority chan- nel can be specified that is scanned much more frequently than other channels. This helps prevent missing all or part of a transmission when you are primarily concerned with a single channel. -
Page 25: Key Lock
Key Lock The buttons on the KG-805G can be locked to prevent them from being accidentally pressed. When the Key Lock is enabled, all buttons except the Alarm, PTT, Monitor and Exit keys will be disabled. The Channel knob will also be disabled. -
Page 26: Stopwatch Timer
Stopwatch Timer The KG-805G has a built-in stopwatch timer. Once enabled, Press [EXIT] on the ra- dio to activate the stopwatch. Press any key or turn the channel knob to stop the timer. When stopped, press [EXIT] to clear and restart the timer, or press any key to deacti- vate the stopwatch and return to standby mode. -
Page 27: Menu Functions
Menu Functions Menu Functions Menu Functions Menu Functions [01: SQL-LE] Squelch Level Function: The squelch function allows you to set the threshhold of the signal strength received and mutes the speaker when no signal is detected. Selecting a lower number will allow weaker signals to be heard, higher numbers require a stronger signal. -
Page 28: [04: Tot] Timout Timer
Function: The VOX function allows you to transmit without pressing the PTT key. When enabled, VOX automatically activates transmission when the radio detects a voice or other noise. The KG-805G has 10 VOX levels of sensitivity to detect sound, from 1 (most sensitive) to 10 (least sensitive. The higher the level, the louder the sound needed to activate VOX. -
Page 29: [06: Toa] Transmit Overtime Alarm
Menu Functions Menu Functions Options: OFF/1-9 (level) Default: OFF [06: TOA] Transmit Overtime Alarm Function: The Transmit Overtime Alarm warns when the transmit time limit set in the Transmit Overtime Timer (TOT) is about to be exceeded. When enabled, the red TX indicator LED on top of the radio flashes to indicate an alarm. The alarm can be set to a maximum time limit of 10 seconds and indicates the amount of time left until the Transmit Overtime Timer is exceeded and the radio automatically ends transmission. -
Page 30: [08: Beep] Button Beeps
Menu Functions [08: BEEP] Button Beeps Function: Enables an audio prompt to alert the operator of a key press, input or fault. Selectable: ON/OFF Default: ON [09: PONMSG] Power On Message Function: Select the item displayed when the radio is powered on. Options: OFF/MSG/BATT-V Default: OFF MSG: Displays the message “WELCOM“. -
Page 31: [11: Autolk] Auto Lock
Menu Functions Menu Functions Note: This item is available in the menu for display only. It can only be modified through optional programming software. [11: AUTOLK] Auto Lock Function: Automatically locks the keypad after 15 seconds of inactivity. Options: OFF/ON Default: OFF Note: To unlock the radio, hold the [EXIT] key for 3 seconds. -
Page 32: [14: R-Dcs] Receive Dcs Code
Menu Functions Options: OFF/50 CTCSS Tones Default: OFF [14: R-DCS] Receive DCS Code Function: Sets the receiving DCS code for the selected channel. Use the arrow keys to select your preferred code and then MENU to confirm. Options: OFF/105 DCS Codes Default: OFF [15: T-DCS] Transmit DCS Code Function: Sets the transmitting DCS code for the selected channel. -
Page 33: [17: Pf1] Side Key Pf1 Assignment
Menu Functions Menu Functions Default: TO TO: When a signal is detected, scanning stops. Scan will pause to wait for further activity and will then resume if no operation is carried out within 5 seconds. Pressing PTT will transmit on the currently selected channel. CO: When a signal is detected, scanning stops and resumes 3 seconds after the signal is lost. -
Page 34: [18: Pf2] Side Key Pf2/Alarm Button
Menu Functions [18: PF2] Side Key PF2/Alarm Button Function: Function key [PF2] is the alarm button on the top of the KG-805G. It trans- mits a code on the currently active channel and sounds an alarm on the radio when pressed. It can be enabled or disabled. -
Page 35: [21: Rx-Led] Receive Backlight
Menu Functions Menu Functions vated while the radio is in standby. You can also turn the backlight off. Options: BLUE/ORANGE/PURPLE/OFF Default: BLUE [21: RX-LED] Receive Backlight Function: Select one of three customizable backlight colors when the backlight is acti- vated while the radio receives a signal. You can also turn the backlight off. Options: BLUE/ORANGE/PURPLE/OFF Default: PURPLE [22: TX-LED] Transmit Backlight... - Page 36 Menu Functions the [UP] and [DOWN] keys to select a character. Use the [PF2] side key to move to the next character. The [PF1] side key will move to the previous character. When you finish editing the name, press [MENU] to save. Options: 6 Characters Default: None...
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Page 37: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Before assuming your KG-805G is defective, please check the following list of possible problems and solutions. One of these solutions will often resolve common issues. Problem Solution ▪ Receive indicator is on but Check volume level. - Page 38 Troubleshooting Problem Solution ▪ Cannot power on Check that the battery pack is attached correctly. ▪ Check that the battery pack is fully charged. ▪ Battery life lower than Be sure the charger indicates the battery is fully expected charged. ▪...
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Page 39: Technical Information
Technical Information Technical Information Technical Information Technical Information Specifications TX: GMRS Frequencies Frequency range RX: 400-470.9875MHz FM Radio RX: 76-108MHz Channels 128 channels Voltage 7.4V DC Operating temperature Power output 5 Watts Mode F3E (FM) Maximum deviation 5KHz Adjacent channel power <... -
Page 40: Standard Ctcss And Dcs Tones
The following is a list of the standard CTCSS and DCS tones supported by the KG-805G. Many FRS or GMRS radios display a number instead of a specific tone. The number to the left of the tone matches what is used by most manufacturers. - Page 41 Technical Information Technical Information D462N D165N D261N D356N D627N D023N D074N D464N D631N D025N D114N D172N D263N D364N D174N D265N D365N D465N D632N D026N D115N D466N D645N D031N D116N D205N D266N D371N D212N D271N D411N D503N D654N D032N D122N D506N D662N D036N D125N...
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Page 42: Default Gmrs Channels And Frequencies
Technical Information Default GMRS Channels and Frequencies Simplex Channels Name Frequency Power Name Frequency Power CH01 462.5625 CH12 467.6625 0.5W CH02 462.5875 CH13 467.6875 0.5W CH03 462.6125 CH14 467.7125 0.5W CH04 462.6375 CH15 462.5500 CH05 462.6625 CH16 462.5750 CH06 462.6875 CH17 462.6000 CH07... - Page 43 Technical Information Technical Information Repeater Channels Name Receive Frequency Transmit Frequency Max Power RPT15 462.5500 467.5500 5 Watts RPT16 462.5750 467.5750 5 Watts RPT17 462.6000 467.6000 5 Watts RPT18 462.6250 467.6250 5 Watts RPT19 462.6500 467.6500 5 Watts RPT20 462.6750 467.6750 5 Watts RPT21...
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Page 44: Optional Accessories
Optional Accessories Optional Accessories Shop Wouxun Accessories: www.buytwowayradios.com/accessories/by-radio-brand/wouxun-radio-accessories.html... -
Page 45: Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Limited Warranty We warrant this product against defects in material and workmanship as follows: Radio and its original primary components for a period of one (1) year from date of purchase. Accessories (including battery, charger, belt clip, antenna and adapter) for a period of six (6) months from date of purchase. - Page 46 Limited Warranty transferable. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE ENTIRE WARRANTY FOR THIS PRODUCT AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EITHER EX- PRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANT- ABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS WARRAN- TY DOES NOT COVER OR PROVIDE FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OR PAYMENT OF ANY DAMAGES, INCLUDING INCIDENTAL OR CONSE- QUENTIAL DAMAGES RELATED TO THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
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