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  • Page 1 Thank you for purchasing the Wouxun KG-S88G portable GMRS radio. Your feedback makes our products better. Please share your thoughts. feedback@buytwowayradios.com www.buytwowayradios.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Information ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 9 FCC Licensing Information .................12 Getting Started ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 13 Feature Summary ..................13 What’s Included ...................15 Front Panel Guide ..................16 Right / Left Side Guide ................17 Display Guide ....................18 Dust and Water Protection ................19 Installing and Removing the Battery ............20 Charging the Battery ..................21 Antenna Information ..................23 Installing the Belt Clip .................23...
  • Page 3 Introducing GMRS and the KG-S88G............24 Power On/Off and Adjusting Volume ............25 Your First Transmit ..................25 Channel and Frequency Modes ..............27 Channels and Privacy Codes.................29 Using the Repeater Channels ...............30 Channel Scan ....................33 Key Lock ......................35 Keypad Hotkeys ..................36 Keypad Function Keys ................37 Programmable Key Functions ..............38...
  • Page 4 [02: TX-POWER] Output Power ..............45 [03: W-N] Bandwidth ..................46 [04: REPEATER] Repeater .................46 [05: WORKMODE] Work Mode ...............46 [06: BACK-LT] Backlight Timeout .............47 [07: STEP] Frequency Step ................47 [08: BAT-SAVE] Battery Saver..............48 [09: RX-CTCSS] Receive CTCSS Tone .............48 [10: RX-DCS] Receive DCS Code ..............48 [11: TX-CTCSS] Transmit CTCSS Tone ...........49 [12: TX-DCS] Transmit DCS Code ............49 [13: SCANMODE] Scan Mode ..............50...
  • Page 5 [16: PRI-SCAN] Priority Scan ..............51 [17: PRI-CH] Priority Channel ..............51 [18: TONESCAN] CTCSS/DCS Scanning ..........52 [19: TONESAVE] CTCSS/DCS Tone Save Options .........52 [20: VOX] Voice Activated Transmit ............53 [21: VOX-DLY] VOX Delay ...............53 [22: TOT] Transmit Overtime Timer ............54 [23: TOA] Transmit Overtime Alarm ............54 [24: ROGER] Roger Beep ................54 [25: BEEP] Button Beeps ................55 [26: VOICE] Voice Guide ................55...
  • Page 6 [30: CH-NAME] Channel Name ..............56 [31: CH-FAV] Favorite Channel ..............57 [32: CH-ADD] Add Memory Channel ............58 [33: CH-DEL] Delete Memory Channel ............58 [34: SP-MUTE] Speaker Mute ..............58 [35: SIDETONE] Sidetone Setting ............59 [36: ALERT] Tone Alert................60 [37: ID-EDIT] Edit Radio ID..............60 [38: ID-DLY] ID-Delay ................60 [39: PTT-ID] Radio ID Setting ..............61 [40: RING] Ring Time ................61...
  • Page 7 [44: RPT-TONE] Squelch Tone ..............63 [45: AUTOLOCK] Auto Lock ..............63 [46: LOCKMODE] Lock Mode ..............64 [47: PF1-SHRT] Side Key PF1 Short Press Assignment ......64 [48: PF1-LONG] Side Key PF1 Long Press Assignment ......65 [49: PF2-SHRT] Side Key PF2 Short Press Assignment ......65 [50: PF2-LONG] Side Key PF2 Long Press Assignment ......65 [51: TOP-SHRT] Top Key Short Press Assignment ........66 [52: TOP-LONG] Top Key Long Press Assignment ........66...
  • Page 8 Adding and Removing Channels ..............74 Troubleshooting ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 78 Technical Information ���������������������������������������������������������������������������� 80 Specifications ....................80 Standard CTCSS and DCS Tones ...............82 Default GMRS Channels and Frequencies ..........84 Optional Accessories ������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 86 Limited Warranty ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 87...

  • Page 9: Safety Information

    Safety Information Safety Information Safety Information The KG-S88G 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 10 Use of other accessories may exceed RF exposure guidelines. Notice ▪ These tips are important for safe operation of your KG-S88G radio and its accessories. If the transceiver does not function normally, please get in touch with your dealer immediately.
  • Page 11 Safety Information 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...

  • Page 12: Fcc Licensing Information

    DO NOT attempt to use the radio with a damaged antenna. FCC Licensing Information The Wouxun KG-S88G is FCC Part 95E type accepted for use on the GMRS. The KG-S88G 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 13: Getting Started

    Getting Started Getting Started Getting Started Getting Started Feature Summary ▪ ▪ 30 GMRS Channels CTCSS/DCS Tone Scan ▪ ▪ 8 Built-In GMRS Repeater Channels Channel Scan ▪ ▪ Up to 5 Watts Output Power Priority Channel Scanning ▪ ▪ IP67 Waterproof Display Channel Name, Number, or ▪...
  • Page 14 Getting Started ▪ English Voice Guide ▪ Superheterodyne Receiver ▪ Descrambler ▪ Full Backlit Keypad ▪ Stopwatch Timer ▪ Built-in Flashlight ▪ 2 Configurable Side Keys ▪ Configurable Top Key ▪ PC Programming Software Support...

  • Page 15: What's Included

    Getting Started Getting Started What’s Included Carefully unpack the contents of the box and be sure that you have the items in the list below. If any items are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer. Transceiver High Gain Antenna Lithium-ion Battery Pack Intelligent Charger Belt Clip...

  • Page 16: Front Panel Guide

    Getting Started Front Panel Guide Antenna Channel Knob Volume Knob Flashlight Top Key RX/TX LED (Green/Red) Speaker Microphone Display Up/Down Keys Menu/Enter Exit/Cancel Scan (Long Press) Keypad SCAN BKLT MODE Keypad Lock STEP SAVE CTCSS...

  • Page 17: Right / Left Side Guide

    Getting Started Getting Started Right / Left Side Guide Top Key Short Press: FAVORITE Long Press: WORKMODE Transmit/PTT Key Earphone Jack Short Press: SCAN Long Press: TXPOWER Short Press: FLASHLIGHT USB Charging Port Long Press: MONITOR Note: Defaults are shown for PF1 / PF2 / Top. These buttons can be assigned different functions in the radio menu.

  • Page 18: Display Guide

    Getting Started Display Guide W/N Band Repeater Channel Battery Save Descrambler Keypad Lockout CTCSS/DCS Battery Voltage Current Channel Current Channel Group DT/QT Status Reverse TX Power...

  • Page 19: Dust And Water Protection

    Getting Started Dust and Water Protection The KG-S88G is waterproof to IP67 standards. It is dust resistant and rated to with- stand any ingress of solid objects and can withstand immersion in up to 1 meter of water for up to 30 minutes. This radio is dust and waterproof only while the battery is properly installed and locked in place with no gaps and all ports are completely sealed with their port covers using the original supplied standard screws (not the thumbscrew).

  • Page 20: Installing And Removing The Battery

    Getting Started Installing and Removing the Battery The lithium-ion battery pack included with the radio is not fully charged out of the box. It is recommended to charge it before using the radio for the first time. Installing the Battery Slide the battery pack up along the back of the radio until it stops.

  • Page 21: Charging The Battery

    Getting Started Charging the Battery The KG-S88G features two charging options for the battery pack. It can be charged using the included desktop charger or the built-in USB-C port on the side of the radio. Charging with the Desktop Charger The KG-S88G includes an intelligent desktop charger.
  • Page 22 3. When the LED light on the charger turns green, charging is complete. Charging with the USB-C Port The KG-S88G can charge the battery from the USB-C charging port on the side of the radio using an optional USB-C cable (not included). The battery pack can be fully charged with a USB cable connected to a USB to AC adapter plugged into an AC out- let or a to a USB port in a vehicle, power bank or computer.

  • Page 23: Antenna Information

    Getting Started Getting Started Antenna Information The KG-S88G 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 24: Operation

    10 years. The KG-S88G 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 and 8 low powered simplex channels, as well as the 8 repeater channels.

  • Page 25: Power On/Off And Adjusting Volume

    Your First Transmit Selecting a Channel When you power on your KG-S88G for the first time, the display will likely show “GMRS01” in the center with “001” on the right side. GMRS01 is the name of the currently selected channel. 001 is the channel number. Turn the Channel Knob or the [UP] / [DOWN] keys to navigate through the list of channels.
  • Page 26 FRS service only and were not available for GMRS. ▪ Transmitting on channels 15-22 is allowed at High power on the KG-S88G. 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).

  • Page 27: Channel And Frequency Modes

    For best performance and clarity of transmission, position the radio upright with the front of the radio facing you, hold it several inches away from your mouth and speak directly into the microphone during transmission. Channel and Frequency Modes The KG-S88G supports tuning frequencies via two methods: channel and frequency modes.
  • Page 28 This is the default mode and is the most convenient way to access commonly used frequencies. The KG-S88G is pre-configured with 30 GMRS channels, but allows users to save custom channels as well (up to 400). In channel mode, turning the Channel/ Frequency Knob or pressing the [UP] / [DOWN] keys will tune to the next channel in the list.

  • Page 29: Channels And Privacy Codes

    Frequency modes. Channels and Privacy Codes The KG-S88G 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 30: Using The Repeater Channels

    Operation Using the Repeater Channels The KG-S88G is pre-configured with 8 GMRS repeater channels. The channels are named RPT-15 through RPT-22. What is a Repeater? In basic terms, a repeater is a device that is used to increase the range of two way radios.
  • Page 31 The description on the myGMRS website usually indi- cates if permission is required and provides a way to get in touch with the owner. KG-S88G Repeater Channels RPT-15 through RPT-22 have the same receive frequency as channels GMRS-15 through GMRS-22.
  • Page 32 Frequency Mode. If you are tuned to a GMRS receive frequency that is valid for repeater use and turn the REPEATER menu option ON, the KG-S88G will trans- mit to the repeater input frequency when the PTT is pressed. The REPEATER menu...

  • Page 33: Channel Scan

    The scan function can also be assigned to the programmable PF1, PF2 or TOP buttons from the menu (pp. 64-66). Priority Channel Scan The KG-S88G supports Priority Channel Scanning. With this feature a priority chan- nel can be specified that is scanned much more frequently than other channels. This...
  • Page 34 [SCAN-ADD] menu option (page 51). Scanning CTCSS / DCS Codes The KG-S88G is equipped with the ability to scan an incoming signal for a CTCSS or DCS tone and update the current channel’s tone settings once the tone is identified.

  • Page 35: Key Lock

    DCS tone list. See the TONESCAN menu item (page 52) for more information. Key Lock The buttons on the KG-S88G can be locked to prevent them from being accidentally pressed. When the Key Lock is enabled, all buttons except the [*LOCK] and PTT keys will be disabled.

  • Page 36: Keypad Hotkeys

    Operation icon will disappear from the top of the display. The buttons should now be enabled. Keypad Hotkeys The keypad features hotkeys for faster access to the first nine menu options. When the radio is in MENU mode, press the desired hotkey to go directly to that option and press the UP / DOWN arrow keys to choose the desired setting.

  • Page 37: Keypad Function Keys

    Operation Operation Hotkey Function/Menu Item SAVE Battery Saver menu function (page 48) CTCSS Receive CTCSS Tone menu function (page 48) Note For instant access to any menu option while in the menu, simply enter the number of the menu option into the keypad. This is a faster and more convenient method of locating a specific menu option than by using the [UP] and [DOWN] keys or the Channel Knob.

  • Page 38: Programmable Key Functions

    Goes to the previous channel, frequency or menu item Programmable Key Functions The KG-S88G has two programmable keys called [PF1] and [PF2] located on the left side of the radio below the PTT key. It also has a programmable [TOP] key. Each key can perform two different functions, one activated with a short press and one with a long press.
  • Page 39 Operation Operation Default Key Function Description ALARM Transmit alarm (page 41) BACK-LT Activate backlight (page 42) CALL Sends a call ID (page 70) PF1 Short SCAN Scan function (page 33) PF1 Long TXPOWER Transmit power level (page 43) REVERSE Activate reverse frequency (page 40) TALK-A Activate talkaround (page 40) PF2 Short...
  • Page 40 Operation Reverse Frequency When Reverse Frequency is activated, the transmit and receive frequencies of the active channel are exchanged or reversed, allowing the radio to transmit on the receive fre- quency and receive on the transmit frequency. This feature is useful for checking if you are within simplex range of other units before activating Talk Around.
  • Page 41 Operation Operation The radio can transmit an SOS alarm to other stations on the same channel. When SOS is activated, the radio will emit an oscillating alarm. After 5 seconds, the radio will transmit the alarm to other radios on the same channel. To activate the SOS function, it must first be assigned to the [PF1], [PF2] or [TOP] key (pp.
  • Page 42 [TOP] key using the menu (pp. 64-66). Flashlight The KG-S88G has a built-in LED flashlight at the top of the radio. To access this fea- ture, it must first be assigned to the [PF1], [PF2] or [TOP] key (pp. 64-66).

  • Page 43: Stopwatch Timer

    This function sets the transmit power of a channel on the radio. The transmit power can be set for each individual channel. The KG-S88G has two power optons: Low (0.5W) and High (5W). Wattage is approximate. It is preset to 0.5 watts on channels 8-14 and cannot be changed.
  • Page 44 Operation menu option (page 63). Once enabled, Press [#LOCK] on the radio to activate the timer. Press the [MENU] key to stop the timer. When stopped, press [#LOCK] to deactivate the timer and return to standby mode. The timer runs in tandem with normal radio operation. Channels can be changed, pro- grammable keys will function, and the radio will transmit and receive while the timer is active.

  • Page 45: Menu Functions

    GMRS channels 8-14 are restricted by the FCC to 0.5 watts and can be used on low power only. The transmit power of channels 1-7 are limited to 5 watts and can be used on Low or High power. The KG-S88G will automati- cally adjust the power to the FCC limits.

  • Page 46: [03: W-N] Bandwidth

    Function: Sets the offset frequency for a repeater channel. When this option is activated the KG-S88G will transmit to the repeater input frequency when the radio is tuned to a frequency that has a valid GMRS repeater offset. This option is only available in frequency mode and will be ignored on frequencies that do not have a GMRS repeater offset.

  • Page 47: [06: Back-Lt] Backlight Timeout

    CH-NAME: Channel Mode. Displays the channel name (Example: GMRS01) FREQ: Frequency Mode. Allows directly tuning any frequency in the wide receive range of the KG-S88G. The radio transmits on GMRS frequencies only. CH-FREQ: Channel Mode. Displays the channel frequency (Example: 462.56250) CH-NUM: Channel Mode.

  • Page 48: [08: Bat-Save] Battery Saver

    Menu Functions quency mode. Options: 2.5K/5K/6.25K/8.33K/10K/12.5K/25K/50K/100K Default: 12.5K [08: BAT-SAVE] Battery Saver Function: Activate the battery saver feature. When active, the radio will scan less fre- quently for signals, improving battery life. Options: ON/OFF Default: ON [09: RX-CTCSS] Receive CTCSS Tone Function: Sets the receiving CTCSS tone for the selected channel.

  • Page 49: [11: Tx-Ctcss] Transmit Ctcss Tone

    Menu Functions Menu Functions Function: Sets the receiving DCS code for the selected channel. Short press the [PF2] key to choose DCS+ or DCS- codes. Use the arrow keys to select your pre- ferred code or the [*] key to choose OFF and then MENU to confirm. Options: OFF/105 DCS+ Codes/105 DCS- Codes Default: OFF [11: TX-CTCSS] Transmit CTCSS Tone...

  • Page 50: [13: Scanmode] Scan Mode

    Menu Functions Default: OFF [13: SCANMODE] Scan Mode Function: Scan mode settings Options: TO/CO/SE 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.

  • Page 51: [15: Scan-Add] Scan Add / Delete

    Menu Functions Menu Functions Default: OFF [15: SCAN-ADD] Scan Add / Delete Function: Add or remove a channel to/from the list of channels to scan. Options: ADD/DEL Default: ADD [16: PRI-SCAN] Priority Scan Function: Activates scanning of the Priority Channel. During scan, the priority channel will be scanned more frequently.

  • Page 52: [18: Tonescan] Ctcss/Dcs Scanning

    Menu Functions [UP] and [DOWN] keys to select a channel number. Options: 256 channels Default: CH01 [18: TONESCAN] CTCSS/DCS Scanning Function: Scans the incoming signal for CTCSS or DCS tones to identify or confirm the correct tone. This function must be activated while receiving a signal. Options: None.

  • Page 53: [20: Vox] Voice Activated Transmit

    Menu Functions Menu Functions Default: TX TX-RX: Saves the scanned tone to both. RX: Saves the scanned tone to the RX-CTCSS/DCS setting TX: Saves the scanned tone to the TX-CTCSS/DCS setting. [20: VOX] Voice Activated Transmit Function: The VOX function allows you to transmit without pressing the PTT key. The VOX function will detect that you are speaking into the microphone and then automatically begin transmitting.

  • Page 54: [22: Tot] Transmit Overtime Timer

    Menu Functions [22: TOT] Transmit Overtime Timer Function: When the transmission time exceeds the time set by the Transmit Overtime Timer, the unit will emit an error prompt and stop transmitting. Options: 15-900 seconds (15 second increments) Default: 60 seconds [23: TOA] Transmit Overtime Alarm Function: The Transmit Overtime Alarm warns when the Transmit Overtime Timer (TOT) is about to be exceeded.

  • Page 55: [25: Beep] Button Beeps

    Menu Functions Menu Functions Options: OFF/BOT/EOT/BOTH Default: OFF BOT: Sets the roger beep prompt at the beginning of transmission EOT: Sets the roger beep at the end of transmission BOTH: Sets the roger beep at the beginning and end of transmission [25: BEEP] Button Beeps Function: Enables an audio prompt to alert the operator of a key press, input or fault.

  • Page 56: [28: Descramb] Descrambler

    Menu Functions on a selected channel while another station or group is transmitting on it. Options: ON/OFF Default: OFF [28: DESCRAMB] Descrambler Function: Activating this function will descramble incoming signals that are scrambled using one of 8 supported protocols. Options: OFF/SCRAM 1-8 Default: OFF [29: CALL-ID] Select Call ID Function: Function: Sets Selective Group Call tones.

  • Page 57: [31: Ch-Fav] Favorite Channel

    Menu Functions Menu Functions nel name, press [MENU] and choose the CH-NAME option. the name of the current channel will be in edit mode and the first character will flash to indicate it is currently being edited. Press the [UP] and [DOWN] keys to select the desired character, then press the [PF1] key to move to the next po- sition.

  • Page 58: [32: Ch-Add] Add Memory Channel

    Menu Functions [32: CH-ADD] Add Memory Channel Function: Adds a channel to the memory channel list. Refer to the section Adding and Removing Channels (page 74) for details. Options: None Default: Current channel [33: CH-DEL] Delete Memory Channel Function: Deletes a channel from the memory channel list. Refer to the sub-section How to Delete a Channel (page 77) for details.

  • Page 59: [35: Sidetone] Sidetone Setting

    Menu Functions Menu Functions nel will be heard through the speaker. QT*DT: Transmissions will be filtered by either CTCSS/DCS tones OR a DTMF tone of the current radio ID (followed by a # sign). QT+DT: Transmissions will be filtered by both CTCSS/DCS tones AND a DTMF tone of the current radio ID (followed by a # sign).

  • Page 60: [36: Alert] Tone Alert

    Menu Functions [36: ALERT] Tone Alert Function: Allows selection of the specific hertz of the tone burst. Some relay systems used for single-tone pulse transmissions need a single-tone pulse signal to activate. Options: 1750Hz/2100Hz/1000Hz/1450Hz Default: 1750Hz Special Reminder: When in transmit mode, you can send the single-tone pulse fre- quency you’ve selected by pressing the [PF2] key on the side of the radio.

  • Page 61: [39: Ptt-Id] Radio Id Setting

    Menu Functions Menu Functions Function: Determines the amount of time in milliseconds to wait before sending the PTT-ID.  This only applies to the ID that is sent at the beginning of the transmission.  It is ignored when PTT-ID is set to EOT (end of transmis- sion).

  • Page 62: [41: Startup] Power On Message

    Menu Functions tone that matches the radio ID. This is used when the SP-MUTE setting is QT+DTMF or QT*DTMF. Selectable: OFF/1S-10S (seconds) Default: 5S [41: STARTUP] Power On Message Function: Select the item displayed when the radio is powered on. Options: MESSAGE/VOLTAGE Default: MESSAGE MESSAGE: Customized Message...

  • Page 63: [43: Timer] Stopwatch Timer

    Menu Functions Menu Functions to move back to the previous position. When you finish editing the message, press [MENU] to save. Options: 8 Characters Default: None [43: TIMER] Stopwatch Timer Function: Activates the timer feature. If ON, activate the timer by short pressing [#LOCK] in standby mode.

  • Page 64: [46: Lockmode] Lock Mode

    Menu Functions Function: Automatically locks the keypad after a specified time. This can be set from 10 to 60 seconds, in 10 second increments. Options: OFF/10-60S Default: OFF Note: To unlock the radio, hold the [#LOCK] key for 2 seconds. [46: LOCKMODE] Lock Mode Function: Select which keys are disabled when the radio is locked.

  • Page 65: [48: Pf1-Long] Side Key Pf1 Long Press Assignment

    Menu Functions Menu Functions Options: OFF/SCAN/BACK-LT/VOX/TXPOWER/CALL/TALK-A/FLASHLT/ MONITOR/REVERSE/WORKMODE/ALARM/SOS/FAVORITE Default: SCAN [48: PF1-LONG] Side Key PF1 Long Press Assignment Function: Assigns a function to a long press of the [PF1] side key. Options: OFF/SCAN/BACK-LT/VOX/TXPOWER/CALL/TALK-A/FLASHLT/ MONITOR/REVERSE/WORKMODE/ALARM/SOS/FAVORITE Default: TXPOWER [49: PF2-SHRT] Side Key PF2 Short Press Assignment Function: Assigns a function to a short press of the [PF2] side key.

  • Page 66: [51: Top-Shrt] Top Key Short Press Assignment

    Menu Functions Options: OFF/SCAN/BACK-LT/VOX/TXPOWER/CALL/TALK-A/FLASHLT/ MONITOR/REVERSE/WORKMODE/ALARM/SOS/FAVORITE Default: MONITOR [51: TOP-SHRT] Top Key Short Press Assignment Function: Assigns a function to a short press of the [TOP] key. Options: OFF/SCAN/BACK-LT/VOX/TXPOWER/CALL/TALK-A/FLASHLT/ MONITOR/REVERSE/WORKMODE/ALARM/SOS/FAVORITE Default: FAVORITE [52: TOP-LONG] Top Key Long Press Assignment Function: Assigns a function to a long press of the [TOP] key. Options: OFF/SCAN/BACK-LT/VOX/TXPOWER/CALL/TALK-A/FLASHLT/ MONITOR/REVERSE/WORKMODE/ALARM/SOS/FAVORITE Default: WORKMODE...

  • Page 67: [54: Reset] Factory Reset

    Menu Functions Menu Functions Options: None Default: None [54: RESET] Factory Reset Function: Resets the transceiver to factory defaults. Options: VFO/ALL Default: VFO VFO: Resets function settings to factory defaults but retains channel parameters. ALL: Resets all of the function settings and channel parameters to factory defaults.

  • Page 68: Advanced Operation

    Using the DTMF Keypad The KG-S88G has a full function DTMF keypad. While pressing the [PTT] key to transmit, press the key on the keypad that corresponds to the DTMF tone that you wish to send.
  • Page 69 Advanced Operation Sending a Radio ID The KG-S88G is capable of automatically sending a radio ID number using DTMF functionality. When activated, the radio ID will be sent during a transmission.  When the radio ID is transmitted, radios capable of displaying a radio ID will typically show the ID number on the display while receiving the transmission.
  • Page 70 71) to send the pre-programmed radio ID that you are calling. Once a KG-S88G receives a DTMF signal matching its radio ID, it will play a ring sound and then open the speaker to allow the incoming transmission to be heard. The length of the ring sound can be set using the RING option in the programming soft- ware.
  • Page 71 Advanced Operation Transmitting DTMF Tones The KG-S88G provides a way to send pre-configured DTMF tones via a program- mable function (PF) key. First, assign a PF key to the CALL option (pp. 64-66). This is available as an option for the [PF1], [PF2] or the [TOP] key. The programming software allows the defining of up to 20 Call ID tones.

  • Page 72: Setting Non-Standard Ctcss Or Dcs

    Advanced Operation Setting Non-Standard CTCSS or DCS How to Set Non-Standard CTCSS The KG-S88G supports non-standard CTCSS codes in the range of 65.0-255.0Hz with a minimum spacing of 0.1Hz. After selecting the CTCSS menu setting (RX-CTC or TX-CTC), enter the desired CTCSS code via the keyboard and then press [MENU] to confirm.
  • Page 73 Advanced Operation Advanced Operation code. After selecting the DCS menu setting (RX-DCS or TX-DCS), enter the desired DCS code from the keypad on the hand microphone, press [PF2] to select the Positive (N) or Negative (I) code, and then press MENU to confirm. Example 1: Set the receive DCS as D105N In standby, press [MENU] + [1] + [0] and the screen will display: RX-DCS.

  • Page 74: Adding And Removing Channels

    Advanced Operation Adding and Removing Channels The KG-S88G allows you to add and delete channels directly from the keypad of the radio using the CH-ADD and CH-DEL options in the menu. New channels can be created from scratch in Frequency mode or cloned from existing channels in Channel mode.
  • Page 75 Advanced Operation Advanced Operation channel number, then press [MENU] to save it and return to standby mode. Channels that are unassigned or available to program will have the letter N next to the channel name. Channel name and channel scan settings will not be cloned. To modify settings for the cloned channel, select the channel and then use the menu settings to select the options you wish to change.
  • Page 76 Advanced Operation 4. Once the frequency is working as desired, save the new channel by pressing [MENU] + [3] + [2] to enter the CH-ADD function. 5. Turn the channel knob or press the [UP] and [DOWN] keys to select an available channel number, then press [MENU] to save it and return to standby mode.
  • Page 77 Advanced Operation Advanced Operation How to Delete a Channel 1. Select the CH-DEL menu option by pressing [MENU] + [3] + [3], and then press [MENU] to confirm. 2. Turn the channel knob or press the [UP] and [DOWN] keys to select the desired channel number, then press [MENU] to delete it and return to standby mode.

  • Page 78: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Before assuming your KG-S88G is defective, please check the following list of possi- ble problems and solutions. The RESET option provided in the menu can be used to restore factory standard settings and programming, and will often solve issues.
  • Page 79 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.

  • Page 80: Technical Information

    Technical Information Technical Information Specifications Entire Radio Frequency Range RX: 400-480 MHz (UHF) TX: GMRS Frequencies (462-467 MHz) Memory Channels Work Mode F2D / F3E Work Temperature -30°C~+60°C / -22°F~140°F Antenna Impedance 50Ω Power Supply 7.4VDC Weight 8.40oz / 238g Size 4.53 ×...
  • Page 81 Technical Information Technical Information Narrow Band Receiver Wide Band Narrow Band Transmitter Wide Band Adjacent Channel RF Carrier Power ≤70dB ≤60dB Selectivity Adjacent Channel ≥70dB ≥60dB ≤65dB Inter-modulation ≤65dB Power ≤84dB ≤84dB Spurious ≤-30dBm ≤-30dBm Resistance +1~3dB +1~3dB +3dB +3dB Audio Response Audio Modulation (0.3~3KHz)

  • Page 82: Standard Ctcss And Dcs Tones

    The following is a list of the standard CTCSS and DCS tones supported by the KG-S88G. 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 83 Technical Information Technical Information DCS codes ending in N are positive. Negative DCS codes end in I. The KG-S88G includes 105 positive and 105 negative codes. D165N D261N D462N D627N D023N D074N D356N D464N D631N D025N D114N D172N D263N D364N...

  • Page 84: Default Gmrs Channels And Frequencies

    Technical Information Default GMRS Channels and Frequencies Simplex Channels Name Frequency Power Name Frequency Power GMRS01 462.5625 GMRS12 467.6625 GMRS02 462.5875 GMRS13 467.6875 GMRS03 462.6125 GMRS14 467.7125 GMRS04 462.6375 GMRS15 462.5500 GMRS05 462.6625 GMRS16 462.5750 GMRS06 462.6875 GMRS17 462.6000 GMRS07 462.7125 GMRS18 462.6250...
  • Page 85 RPT-16 462.5750 467.5750 HIGH RPT-17 462.6000 467.6000 HIGH RPT-18 462.6250 467.6250 HIGH RPT-19 462.6500 467.6500 HIGH RPT-20 462.6750 467.6750 HIGH RPT-21 462.7000 467.7000 HIGH RPT-22 462.7250 467.7250 HIGH KG-S88G Maximum Power levels: L=0.05W / H=5W Note: Power levels are approximate.

  • Page 86: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories Optional Accessories Shop Wouxun Accessories: www.buytwowayradios.com/accessories/by-radio-brand/wouxun-radio-accessories.html...

  • Page 87: 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 88 This warranty is valid only within the United States of America. Note: Product features, specifications and warranty terms are subject to revision by the manufacturer without notice. We are not responsible for unintentional errors or omis- sions on product packaging. Version: KG-S88G-2203-V3...

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