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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 FRS and the KG-805F .............17 Power On/Off and Adjusting Volume ............18...
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Your First Transmit ..................18 Channels and Privacy Codes.................20 Channel Scan ....................21 Priority Channel Scan ..................21 Key Lock ......................22 Stopwatch Timer ..................23 Menu Functions ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 24 [01: SQL-LE] Squelch Level ...............24 [02: SAVE] Power Save ................24 [03: ROGER] Roger Beep ................24 [04: TOT] Timout Timer ................25 [05: VOX] Voice Activated Transmit ............25 [06: TOA] Transmit Overtime Alarm ............26...
Safety Information Safety Information The KG-805F 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.
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Contact your dealer for further assistance. Notice ▪ These tips are important for safe operation of your KG-805F radio and its accessories. If the transceiver does not function normally, please get in touch with your dealer immediately.
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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...
DO NOT attempt to use the radio with a damaged antenna. FCC Licensing Information The Wouxun KG-805F is FCC Part 95B type accepted for use on the FRS. The KG-805F operates on Family Radio Service (FRS) frequencies according to the Fed- eral Communications Commission (FCC) Rules in the United States.
Getting Started Getting Started Feature Summary ▪ ▪ 22 FRS Channels Receive (RX) Frequency Range: ▪ Up to 2 Watts Output Power 400-479.995 MHz ▪ ▪ Up to 128 Custom Channels Transmit (TX) Frequency Range: ▪ 155 CTCSS/DCS Tones 462.550-462.725MHz (FRS Chan- ▪...
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...
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.
Getting Started Getting Started Display Guide Priority Scan 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...
Getting Started Dust and Water Protection The KG-805F 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.
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.
Getting Started The Antenna The KG-805F antenna is permanently attached to comply with FCC rules. Any at- tempt to remove it may damage your radio and will void your warranty. Warning: To avoid injury, DO NOT attempt to operate your radio if the antenna is damaged or defective.
KG-805F automatically grants you a license to use it in the United States. The KG-805F was designed to allow you to take advantage of all that FRS has to offer and more. Right out of the box this radio is configured to allow you to transmit on the 22 FRS simplex channels.
Your First Transmit Selecting a Channel When you power on your KG-805F 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.
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Transmitting on channels 1-7 and 15-22 is authorized for up to 2 watts of output power on FRS. These channels can transmit at High power on the KG-805F. Prior to FCC changes made in 2017, channels 15-22 were exclusive to GMRS (not part of FRS).
Channels and Privacy Codes The KG-805F supports 22 built-in FRS 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.
PF1 button from the menu (p 30). Priority Channel Scan The KG-805F supports Priority Channel Scanning. With this feature a priority channel 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.
Key Lock The buttons on the KG-805F 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.
Stopwatch Timer The KG-805F has a built-in stopwatch timer. Once enabled, Press [EXIT] on the radio 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.
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.
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-805F 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.
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.
Menu Functions 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“.
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.
Menu Functions 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.
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.
Menu Functions [18: PF2] Side Key PF2/Alarm Button Function: Function key [PF2] is the alarm button on the top of the KG-805F. 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.
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...
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Menu Functions 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...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Before assuming your KG-805F 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. ▪ no sound is heard.
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Troubleshooting 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.
Technical Information Technical Information Specifications TX: FRS Frequencies Frequency range RX: 400-470.9875MHz FM Radio RX: 76-108MHz Channels 128 channels Voltage 7.4V DC Operating temperature Power output 2 Watts Mode F3E (FM) Maximum deviation 5KHz Adjacent channel power < -60dB Stability 5 ppm Sensitivity Audio output power...
The following is a list of the standard CTCSS and DCS tones supported by the KG-805F. 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.
Technical Information Technical Information Default FRS 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...
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.
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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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