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Baofeng G11S User Manual

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  • Page 2 PREFACE Thank you for purchasing G11S Two Way Radio, It is a multitask GMRS transceiver. Combining the latest technology in radio communication along with a sturdy mechanical frame, G11S is the ideal and effective solution for the professionals who need to stay in touch with the working team (in construction sites, buildings, shows, trade fairs or hotels) or for leisure users that just want to keep up with friends and family.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. GETTING STARTED 5. BASIC OPERATIONS 1.1 Regulations and Safety Warnings 5.1 Turning your Radio On and Off 1.2 Content of the packaging 5.2 Setting the Volume 1.3 Main features 5.3 Choosing a Channel 2. BATTERY INFORMATION 5.4 Talking and Listening 2.1 Charging the Battery Pack 5.5 SCAN...

  • Page 4: Getting Started

    1. GETTING STARTED 1.1 Regulations and Safety Warnings This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference. (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Important: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this device.
  • Page 5 RF Exposure Information WARNING! Read this information before using the radio. In August 1996 the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the United States with its action in Report and Order FCC 96-326 adopted an updated safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated transmitters.
  • Page 6 GMRS Communication This GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) feature is a land-mobile service available for short-distance, two-way communications in the USA. You must have a valid FCC license to communicate on these channels. The GMRS frequencies that radio this radio uses are set aside for communicating with others while hiking, biking, and working; keeping track of family and friends at a crowded public event;...
  • Page 7 explosive materials. In such location, only an approved Ex-protection model is allowed for use, but any attempt to assemble or disassemble it is strictly prohibited. 2. Do not operate the product near or in any blasting area. 3. Do not operate the product near any medical or electronic equipment that is vulnerable to RF signals. 4.
  • Page 8 4. Do not charge your battery with an unauthorized charger. 5. Do not charge your battery in a location where strong radiation is present. 6. Overcharge shall always be prohibited for it may shorten the life of your battery. Maintenance Instructions To help your battery work normally or prolong its life, be sure to observe the following instructions: 1.

  • Page 9: Content Of The Packaging

    • 1 Fast desktop charger • 1 Wall adaptor • 1 Belt clip *If any item is missing, please verify with your BAOFENG dealer. 1.3 Main features • Scanning receiver frequency band: 136.0-174.0 & 400.0-512.0MHz • 30 GMRS channel transmission (compa�ble with FSR channel) •...

  • Page 10: Battery Information

    If this is the case, replace the battery pack. 2.2 Charger Supplied Please use the specified charger provided by BAOFENG. Other models may cause explosion and personal injury. After installing the battery pack, and if the radio displays low battery with a voice prompt, please charge the battery.

  • Page 11: How To Charge

    Note: • Use only the supplied battery and AC adapter or approved accessories from BAOFENG. • Charge time may vary depending on the battery life remaining. • The battery must be installed for the unit to operate, even if the unit is also connected to external power.

  • Page 12: Installation Of Accessories

    3. INSTALLATION OF ACCESSORIES Before the radio is ready for use we need to attach the battery pack, as well as charge the battery. 3.1 Installing/ Removing the Antenna a. Installing the Antenna: Screw the antenna into the connector on the top of the transceiver by holding the antenna at its base and turning it clockwise until secure.

  • Page 13: Radio Overview

    4. RADIO OVERVIEW 4.1 Main controls and parts of the radio...
  • Page 14 Antenna LED Flashlight Power Switch/ Volume control Led: transmission (red) / reception (green) [LAMP]: Press the key once to turn on the flashlight, Press and hold the key again to flash the flashlight, and press the hand again to turn off the flashlight; Press and hold the key to turn on the audible and visual alarm function [PTT]:Transmit key, hold the key to speak, release the key after speaking, and receive incoming calls;...

  • Page 15: Lcd Display

    4.2 LCD Display 1. Call Tone (Off, 1–10) 10. Narrowband indicator (working at 12.5KHz) 2. VOX(OFF,1-5) 11.CTC Indicator(67.0-254.1) 3. Dual Channel Monitor(ON/OFF) 12.DCS Indicator(D023I/N-D754I/N) 4. Keypad Lock 13. Battery Indicator (3 Battery Levels) 14. The last two digits of RX/TX frequency (4-5 digits after the 5.

  • Page 16: Basic Operations

    For maximum clarity, hold the radio 2 to 3 cm away and avoid covering the microphone while talking. 5.5 SCAN Your G11S can scan all 30 channels for activity. Pressing and holding [SCAN] key for 2 seconds to enter. Repeat the same procedure to exit.

  • Page 17: Monitor

    5.10 FM Radio (FM) The frequency range to listen to the radio is 78-108MHz. With G11S turned on, Press [FM] to turn on the radio. Select the desired radio frequency with the [+UP]/[-DOWN] keys. Press [FM] to exit FM radio.

  • Page 18: Noaa Weather Radio

    switch to the channel mode for normal transmitting and receiving. When the signal disappears the radio will automatically switch again to FM radio mode. 5.11 NOAA Weather Radio Your radio can receive weather broadcasts from the NOAA National Weather Service. While using the Weather Radio, you are not able to receive GMRS communications.

  • Page 19: Working The Menu System

    If you have the keypad lock enabled on your radio, you can still send a 1750Hz tone the regular way without having to unlock your radio. 6. WORKING THE MENU SYSTEM 6.1 Basic use Using the menu with arrow keys 1>...

  • Page 20: Shortcut Menu Operations

    6.2 Shortcut Menu operations MENU Name LCD display Selectable (Full Name) OFF;67.0…D754N RXCODE The Privacy Codes is off, and the display is OFF. -Receiver Privacy When the display is OFF, press +key to select CTCSS with priority; Codes When the display is OFF, press - key to select DCS with priority. OFF;67.0…D754N TXCODE The Privacy Codes is off, and the display is OFF.
  • Page 21 .OFF BEEP - Keypad Beep *Allows audible confirmation of a key press. .OFF will turn off VOX function. VOX - VOX .1:Lowest Sensitivity .5:Highest Sensitivity TDR – Dual Watch *Monitor [A] and [B] at the same time. Activate the dual watch, Operation and the screen will display the ‘S’...
  • Page 22 BCLO -Busy Channel *Disables the[PTT] key on a channel that is already in use. The Lock-out transceiver will sound a beep tone and will not transmit if the[PTT] key is pressed when a channel is already in use. RING .OFF- close call tone; -Call Tone Select .Select 1-10 process, you can listen to the call tone.

  • Page 23: Menu Settings

    You can configure different Receiving Privacy Codes for each channel. The selected Privacy Code may be different for each channel. Note: Selecting a Privacy Code of "OFF" will disable the Privacy feature. To communicate between two G11S radios, all radios in your group must be set to the same channel and Privacy Code selections.
  • Page 24 Note: The state of the Privacy Code is off, and the display is OFF. When the display is OFF, press the [+UP] key to select CTCSS with priority, range 67~254.1Hz (50 groups in total); when the display is OFF, press the [-DOWN] key to select DCS with priority, range D754I-023N (104 groups in total).
  • Page 25 Note: ON-backlight will be always on; OFF-backlight will be always off; KEY-touch key will automatically activate the backlight. Without any key operation, the backlight will be automatically turned off after a delay of 5 seconds. 4> Press [MENU] key to confirm; 5>...
  • Page 26 6.3.7 Dual Watch function (TDR) - Menu 07 This function is a dual-channel monitor scan, which can monitor the A and B segments in the normal mode. If a signal is received on the monitoring channel, the scan stays on this channel. The steps for setting the dual-frequency waiting function are as follows: 1>...
  • Page 27 5> Press [PTT] or [A/B] key to exit the menu and return to normal operation mode. 6.3.12 VOICE Selection (VOICE) - MENU 12 Your G11S radio has voice prompt function for channel and function operation, you can choose to switch voice function or prompt language type. The setting steps are as follows:...
  • Page 28 6.3.13 Restore factory settings (RESET)-MENU 13 Your G11S radio has a reset function. To reset the radio, proceed as follows: 1>Press [MENU] key to enter the main menu, and press [+UP]/[-DOWN] key to enter the MENU 13, the screen displays RESET.

  • Page 29: Appendix A. - Trouble Shooting Guide

    Appendix A. – Trouble shooting guide Phenomena Analysis Solution The battery may be installed improperly. Remove and reattach the battery. The battery power may run out. Recharge or replace the battery. You cannot turn on the radio. The battery may suffer from poor contact caused by Clean the battery contacts or replace the dirty or damaged battery contacts.

  • Page 30: Appendix B. - Technical Specifications

    Appendix B. - Technical Specifications General Frequency Range GMRS (RX & TX) 136.0-174.0 & 400.0-512.0MHz (Scanning Receiver) Memory Channel 30 GMRS Channels + 11 NOAA Weather Operation Voltage DC7.4V ±10% Battery Capacity 1500mAH (Li-Ion) Frequency Stability ±2.5ppm Operating Temperature to +60 Mode of Operation Simplex Antenna Impedance...

  • Page 31: Appendix C. - Shortcut Menu Operations

    Appendix C. - GMRS Frequency Chart (MHz) Power Power CH.No CH.Freq. CH.No CH.Freq. Output Output 462.5625 High 462.5750 High 462.5875 High 462.6000 High 462.6125 High 462.6250 High 462.6375 High 462.6500 High 462.6625 High 462.6750 High 462.6875 High 462.7000 High 462.7125 High 462.7250 High...
  • Page 32 Disclaimer The Company endeavors to achieve the accuracy and completeness of this manual, but no warranty of accuracy or reliability is given. All the specifications and designs are subject to change without notice due to continuous technological development. No part of this manual may be copied, modified, translated, or distributed in any manner without the prior written consent of the Company.
  • Page 33 Print version: G11S_GMRS_ V1...

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