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  • Page 1 Thank you for purchasing the Wouxun KG-Q10G 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 ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 11 FCC Licensing Information .................14 Getting Started ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 15 Feature Summary ..................15 What’s Included ...................17 Front Panel Guide ..................18 Right / Left Side Guide ................19 Display Guide ....................20 Dust and Water Protection ................21 Installing and Removing the Battery ............22 Charging the Battery ..................23 Antenna Information ..................25 Installing the Belt Clip .................25...
  • Page 3 Introducing GMRS and the KG-Q10G ............26 Power On/Off and Adjusting Volume ............27 Your First Transmit ..................27 Dual Display: Using Areas “A” and “B” ............29 Channel and Frequency Modes ..............31 Channels and Tones ..................33 Using Repeaters ....................34 CB Radio Channels ..................37 Channel Scan ....................38...
  • Page 4 Keypad Hotkeys ..................47 Keypad Function Keys ................48 Programmable PTT Keys ................49 Programmable Function Keys ..............50 FM Radio .....................56 Stopwatch Timer ..................58 Area Menu Functions ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 59 Using the Area Menu ...................59 [01: SQUELCH] Squelch ................59 [02: TX-POWER] Output Power ..............60 [03: W/N] Bandwidth ..................60 [04: STEP] Frequency Step ................60 [05: RX-CTCSS] Receive CTCSS Tone .............61...
  • Page 5 [07: RX-DCS] Receive DCS Code ..............61 [08: TX-DCS] Transmit DCS Code ............62 [09: REPEATER] Repeater .................62 [10: CH-NAME] Channel Name ..............63 [11: CH-FAV] Favorite Channel ..............64 [12: CH-ADD] Add Memory Channel ............64 [13: CH-DELETE] Delete Memory Channel ..........64 [14: BUSY-LOCK] Busy Channel Lockout ..........65 [15: MUTE-MODE] Speaker Mute ............65 [16: DESCRAMBL] Descrambler...............66 [17: COMPAND] Compander ..............66...
  • Page 6 [21: TONE-SCAN] CTCSS/DCS Scanning ..........67 [22: SCAN-GROUP] Scan Group ..............68 [23: VFO-SCAN] Frequency Mode Scan Options ........68 [24: WORK-MODE] Work Mode .............69 [25: CH-WIZARD] Channel Wizard ............70 [26: AM-MODE] AM Modulation Mode ..........70 System Menu Functions �������������������������������������������������������������������������� 71 Using the System Menu ................71 [01: BRT-ACTIVE] Active Brightness ............71 [02: BRT-STANDBY] Standby Brightness ..........71 [03: BACKLIGHT] Backlight Timeout ............72...
  • Page 7 [07: THEME] Display Theme ..............73 [08: SCAN-MODE] Scan Mode ..............74 [09: SC-TONE-DET] Tone Scanning Detection ........74 [10: PRI-SCAN] Priority Scan ..............75 [11: PRI-CH] Priority Channel ..............75 [12: TONE-SAVE] CTCSS/DCS Tone Save Options .......76 [13: ROGER] Roger Beep ................76 [14: TOT] Transmit Overtime Timer ............77 [15: TOA] Transmit Overtime Alarm ............77 [16: VOX] Voice Activated Transmit ............78 [17: VOICE] Voice Guide ................78...
  • Page 8 [21: PF1-SHRT] Side Key PF1 Short Press Assignment ......79 [22: PF1-LONG] Side Key PF1 Long Press Assignment ......80 [23: PF2-SHRT] Side Key PF2 Short Press Assignment ......80 [24: PF2-LONG] Side Key PF2 Long Press Assignment ......81 [25: TOP-SHRT] Top Key Short Press Assignment ........81 [26: TOP-LONG] Top Key Long Press Assignment ........82 [27: STARTUP] Power On Message ............82 [28: TOP-MSG] Custom Top Message ............83...
  • Page 9 [35: RING] Ring Time ................87 [36: ALERT] Tone Alert................87 [37: TIMER] Stopwatch Timer ..............88 [38: SMUTESET] Secondary Area Mute Setting ........88 [39: BATT-TYPE] Battery Level Display Type ...........88 [40: RPT-TONE] Squelch Tone ..............89 [41: TIME] Time Display ................89 [42 TIME-ZONE] Set Time Zone .............90 [43: FM-RADIO] FM Radio ..............90 [44: LOCATION] GPS Location Setting ...........90 [45: RESET] Factory Reset................92...
  • Page 10 GPS / Location Function ................105 Setting Non-Standard CTCSS or DCS .............110 DTMF Encoding ..................112 Remote Control ..................117 Troubleshooting ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 121 Technical Information �������������������������������������������������������������������������� 123 Specifications ....................123 Standard CTCSS and DCS Tones .............125 Default GMRS Channels and Frequencies ..........127 Default CB Channels and Frequencies ............129 NOAA Weather Channels .................130 Optional Accessories �����������������������������������������������������������������������������...

  • Page 11: Safety Information

    Safety Information Safety Information Safety Information The KG-Q10G is an electrical apparatus, as well as a generator of RF (Radio Frequen- cy) 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 12 Use of other accessories may exceed RF exposure guidelines. Notice ▪ These tips are important for safe operation of your KG-Q10G radio and its accessories. If the transceiver does not function normally, please get in touch with your dealer immediately.
  • Page 13 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 14: Fcc Licensing Information

    DO NOT attempt to use the radio with a damaged antenna. FCC Licensing Information The Wouxun KG-Q10G is FCC Part 95E type accepted for use on the GMRS. The KG-Q10G 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 15: Getting Started

    Getting Started Getting Started Getting Started Getting Started Feature Summary ▪ ▪ 30 GMRS Channels 4 Customizable Display Themes ▪ ▪ 8 Built-In GMRS Repeater Channels 4 Selectable Power Levels ▪ ▪ 40 Receive Only CB Channels Wide/Narrow Bandwidth Selectable ▪...
  • Page 16 Getting Started ▪ ▪ DTMF Encode/Decode English Voice Guide ▪ ▪ Descrambler Superheterodyne Receiver ▪ ▪ Receive (RX) Frequency Range: Reverse Frequency ▪ 26.965-27.405 MHz (CB, AM/FM) Talkaround ▪ 76-108 MHz (FM) ▪ 108-136 MHz (Airband, AM) Full Backlit Keypad ▪...

  • Page 17: 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. Belt Clip Lithium-ion Battery Pack Intelligent Charger Transceiver Wrist Strap...

  • Page 18: Front Panel Guide

    Getting Started Front Panel Guide Antenna Flashlight On/Off/Volume Knob Top Key Channel Knob RX/TX LED (Green/Red) Display Scan (Long Press) Menu/Enter Exit/Cancel Up/Down Keys A/B Area Key TDR/MODE Key Keypad MODE Weather/Talkaround Key Keypad Lock Microphone Speaker...

  • Page 19: Right / Left Side Guide

    Getting Started Getting Started Right / Left Side Guide Top Key Short Press: FLASHLIGHT Long Press: LOC-MAP PTT2 Default: SECONDARY PTT PTT1 Earphone Jack Default: MAIN AREA PTT Short Press: SCAN Long Press: FM-RADIO USB-C Charging Port Short Press: FAVORITE Long Press: MONITOR Note: Defaults are shown for Programmable and PTT Keys.

  • Page 20: Display Guide

    Getting Started Display Guide Battery Save Weather Alert Keypad Lockout GPS Active Talkaround Time Battery Voltage Priority Scan FM Radio AM/FM Modulation Reverse W/N Band Weather Radio CTCSS/DCS Priority Channel Current Channel TX Status TX Power Descrambler DTMF Mute Channel Number Repeater Channel Last RX...

  • Page 21: Dust And Water Protection

    Getting Started Dust and Water Protection The KG-Q10G 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 screws.

  • Page 22: 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 23: Charging The Battery

    Getting Started Charging the Battery The KG-Q10G 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-Q10G includes an intelligent desktop charger.
  • Page 24 3. When the LED light on the charger turns green, charging is complete. Charging with the USB-C Port The KG-Q10G 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 outlet or to a USB port in a vehicle.

  • Page 25: Antenna Information

    Getting Started Antenna Information The KG-Q10G 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.

  • Page 26: Operation

    10 years. The KG-Q10G 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 27: Power On/Off And Adjusting Volume

    Your First Transmit Selecting a Channel When you power on your KG-Q10G for the first time, the display will likely show “GMRS-01” in the center with “CH-001” in the upper right corner. GMRS-01 is the name of the currently selected channel. CH-001 is the channel number. Turn the Channel Knob or the [UP] / [DOWN] arrow keys to navigate through the list of chan- nels.
  • Page 28 ▪ Transmitting on GMRS channels 1-7 is limited to 5 watts of output power. These channels can transmit at up to High power (5 watts) on the KG-Q10G. ▪ Transmitting on channels 8-14 is limited to a half watt of output power and is for use on Low power only.

  • Page 29: Dual Display: Using Areas "A" And "B

    Dual Display: Using Areas “A” and “B” The KG-Q10G is two radios in one! The dual display function allows you to monitor two channels at the same time. While this may sound complex, the KG-Q10G is de-...
  • Page 30 Turning the Dual Display On and Off The dual display is off by default on the KG-Q10G. Instead of a frequency or channel name, customizeable text is displayed in the inactive area when the dual display is off.

  • Page 31: Channel And Frequency Modes

    This is the default mode and is the most convenient way to access commonly used frequencies. The KG-Q10G is pre-configured with 30 GMRS channels and 40 (listen only) CB channels, but allows users to save custom channels as well (up to 999). In channel mode, turning the Channel/Frequency Knob or pressing the [UP] / [DOWN] keys will tune to the next channel in the list.
  • Page 32 Note When entering 26-27 MHz receive-only frequencies, prefix with a zero. The KG-Q10G can only transmit on GMRS frequencies. All other available frequen- cies entered in Frequency mode or through the programming software are receive only. The WORK-MODE menu option (page 69) allows you to switch between Channel and Frequency (VFO) modes.

  • Page 33: Channels And Tones

    Channels and Tones The KG-Q10G supports 30 built-in GMRS channels and 155 tones and codes. To successfully communicate between your stations or members of your group, all the con- necting radios must be using the same frequency and CTCSS tone or DCS code.

  • Page 34: Using Repeaters

    The KG-Q10G supports 999 customizable memory channels. Instructions for adding and deleting channels are located in the Advanced Operations section (page 93). Using Repeaters The KG-Q10G 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 35 Operation Operation and connected to an antenna that is mounted at a higher elevation to provide better range than is normally available with radio-to-radio (simplex) communications. Locating a Repeater Using GMRS repeaters can significantly increase the range of your radio, but just tun- ing to one of the repeater channels isn’t necessarily going to work.
  • Page 36 Operation KG-Q10G Repeater Channels RPT-15 through RPT-22 have the same receive frequency as channels GMRS-15 through GMRS-22. However, the transmit frequency for these channels is assigned to a frequency specifically designated as a GMRS repeater input frequency. The chart below lists the default frequencies for these channels.

  • Page 37: Cb Radio Channels

    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-Q10G will trans- mit to the repeater input frequency when the PTT is pressed. The REPEATER menu option is ignored when the radio is not tuned to one of the 8 GMRS repeater transmit frequencies.

  • Page 38: Channel Scan

    Operation Channel Scan The [*SCAN] key controls the scan function. To activate Channel Scan, you must be in Channel Mode. Press and hold the [*SCAN] key for two seconds or until you hear “Scan Begin”. The radio will scan each channel for activity, starting from the current channel.

  • Page 39: Priority Channel Scan

    Priority Channel Scan The KG-Q10G supports Priority Channel Scanning. When the Priority Channel Scan function is activated using the PRI-SCAN menu option (page 75), the KG-Q10G will check the priority channel every 3 seconds for activity during normal operation. This helps prevent missing all or part of a transmission when you are primarily con- cerned with a single channel.
  • Page 40 When Priority Scan is active, the screen displays a “ C ” icon in a square box. Frequency Scan The KG-Q10G includes advanced options for scanning frequencies. The VFO- SCAN menu option (page 68) allows you to set the frequency bands and ranges to be scanned when the [*SCAN] key is pressed to perform a scan while in Frequency (VFO) Mode.

  • Page 41: Scan Groups

    (pp. 79-82). Scan Groups The KG-Q10G is equipped with the ability to create scan groups. This is a handy tool for power users, particularly those managing a large number of channels or who operate in various regions. Scan Groups allow more selective scanning.

  • Page 42: Scanning Ctcss / Dcs Codes

    PC programming software. Scanning CTCSS / DCS Codes The KG-Q10G is equipped with the ability to scan an incoming signal for a CTCSS tone or DCS code and update the current channel’s tone or code settings once the tone or code is identified.

  • Page 43: Noaa Weather Mode

    Operation Operation received to activate the scan. Keep this menu item open to scan. The scan will begin when a signal is received. The scan will stop when the signal ends and resume from where it left off the next time the signal is received, until it identifies the correct tone.
  • Page 44 Operation Mode. Use the Channel/Frequency Knob or the arrow keys to navigate to your pre- ferred NOAA station. Your most recently selected station will be remembered each time you enter this mode. NOAA weather mode can also be assigned to the [PF1], [PF2] or [TOP] key (pp 79-82).
  • Page 45 The KG-Q10G features a Weather Alert option (page 72). When Weather Alert mode is active and the radio is in standby mode, the KG-Q10G will monitor the currently selected weather channel for an alert tone (1050Hz) that indicates a weather warning or alert has been issued.

  • Page 46: Key Lock

    Displays icon, emits alert and the flashlight LED pulses every 60 seconds. Key Lock The keys on the KG-Q10G can be locked to prevent them from being accidentally pressed. When the Key Lock is enabled, all buttons except the [#] and both PTT keys will be disabled.

  • Page 47: Keypad Hotkeys

    Operation Operation The KG-Q10G also has an AutoLock feature. When activated, it will automatically lock the keypad after a specified period of time. The [AUTOLOCK] option is located in the System Menu (page 84). Keypad Hotkeys The keypad features hotkeys for faster access to the first nine options in the Area Menu.

  • Page 48: Keypad Function Keys

    Operation Hotkey Function/Menu Item T-CTC Transmit CTCSS Tone menu function (page 61) R-DCS Receive DCS Tone menu function (page 61) T-DCS Transmit DCS Tone menu function (page 62) Repeater menu function (page 62) Keypad Function Keys The keypad includes 9 function keys to perform specific operations on the radio, from accessing and navigating the menu to the control of various functions.

  • Page 49: Programmable Ptt Keys

    Goes to the previous channel, frequency or menu item Programmable PTT Keys The KG-Q10G features two push-to-talk (PTT) buttons designated [PTT1] and [PTT2]. PTT1 is the lower and primary PTT by default. PTT2 is the upper PTT. These buttons can be configured to perform specific transmit operations from the Sys-...

  • Page 50: Programmable Function Keys

    (page 67) Programmable Function Keys The KG-Q10G has two programmable keys called [PF1] and [PF2] located on the left side of the radio below the PTT keys. It also has a programmable [TOP] key. Each key can perform two different functions, one activated with a short press and one with a...
  • Page 51 Operation Operation long press. These functions can be assigned to the [PF1], [PF2] and [TOP] keys from the menu (pp. 79-82). They can also be assigned via the programming software. Default Key Function Description DISABLE Disable the Function Key press ALARM Transmit alarm (page 54) BACKLIGHT...
  • Page 52 Operation Default Key Function Description SCAN-CTC Activate CTCSS tone scan (page 42) SCAN-DCS Activate DCS tone scan (page 42) Transmit SOS (page 53) STROBE Activate flashing strobe light (p 55) TALKAROUND Activate talkaround (page 53) WEATHER Activate Weather Mode (page 43) FM/AM Switch FM and AM Modes (page 56) CH-WIZARD...
  • Page 53 Operation Operation Press the [*SCAN] key on the active channel to activate or deactivate this feature. When activated, an “R” icon will appear above the channel name, frequency or number. The Reverse Frequency function can also be assigned to the [PF1], [PF2] or [TOP] buttons from the System Menu (pp.
  • Page 54 To use the MONITOR function, it must first be assigned to the [PF1], [PF2] or [TOP] key (pp. 79-82). Display Backlight The KG-Q10G allows you to activate the backlight for the display using a programma-...
  • Page 55 [TOP] key using the System Menu (pp. 79-82). Flashlight/Strobe The KG-Q10G has a built-in LED flashlight at the top of the radio. It can operate in two modes. [FLASHLIGHT] provides steady illumination. [STROBE] functions as a flashing strobe light. To access one or both of these features, they must first be assigned to the [PF1], [PF2] or [TOP] key using the System Menu (pp.

  • Page 56: Fm Radio

    AM Mode is not available on all bands. The radio cannot transmit on AM, only receive. The FM/AM function can be assigned to the [PF1], [PF2] or [TOP] key using the System Menu (pp. 79-82). FM Radio The KG-Q10G features a commercial broadcast FM Radio. To access the FM Radio, it...
  • Page 57 Operation Operation must first be assigned to the [PF1], [PF2] or [TOP] key (pp. 79-82). When active, the current FM radio frequency will appear near the top of the display above Area A. To find an active broadcast station, press [*SCAN] to begin the FM Radio scanning function.

  • Page 58: Stopwatch Timer

    (page 90). Stopwatch Timer The KG-Q10G has a built-in stopwatch timer. It can be enabled using the TIMER menu option (page 88). Once enabled, Press [#] on the radio to activate the timer. Press any key to stop the timer. When stopped, press any key to deactivate the timer and return to standby mode.

  • Page 59: Area Menu Functions

    Area Menu Functions Using the Area Menu The Wouxun KG-Q10G has two menus to access its primary features and functions. The Area Menu includes menu options and settings that are only applied directly to or otherwise affect the funtionality of each individual channel when in Channel Mode or the selected frequency when in VFO Mode.

  • Page 60: [02: Tx-Power] Output Power

    Area Menu Functions [02: TX-POWER] Output Power Function: Sets the transmit power of the radio. The radio has four power optons: Low, Mid, High and UltraHigh. Wattage is different for each band and is approxi- mate. Refer to the Technical Specifications chapter (page 123) for details. Options: HIGH/MID/LOW/UltraHigh Default: (Varies by channel) [03: W/N] Bandwidth...

  • Page 61: [05: Rx-Ctcss] Receive Ctcss Tone

    Area Menu Functions Area Menu Functions Default: 5K [05: RX-CTCSS] Receive CTCSS Tone Function: Sets the receiving CTCSS tone for the selected channel. Use the arrow keys to select your preferred code or the [*] key to choose OFF and then MENU to confirm.

  • Page 62: [08: Tx-Dcs] Transmit Dcs Code

    Function: Sets the offset frequency for a repeater channel. When this option is activated the KG-Q10G 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...

  • Page 63: [10: Ch-Name] Channel Name

    Area Menu Functions Area Menu Functions not have a GMRS repeater offset. The offset is fixed to 5.000 MHz. Options: OFF/ON Default: OFF [10: CH-NAME] Channel Name Function: Allows you to edit the name for the currently active channel. To edit a chan- nel name, press [MENU] and choose the CH-NAME option.

  • Page 64: [11: Ch-Fav] Favorite Channel

    Area Menu Functions [11: CH-FAV] Favorite Channel Function: Select if the current channel should be marked as a favorite. Favorite chan- nels can be activated quickly by using the FAVORITE function. This feature can be assigned to the [PF1]. [PF2] or TOP] key. The FAVORITE function does not work in Frequency Mode.

  • Page 65: [14: Busy-Lock] Busy Channel Lockout

    Area Menu Functions Area Menu Functions Options: None Default: Current channel [14: BUSY-LOCK] Busy Channel Lockout Function: Enabling Busy Channel Lockout prevents the transceiver from transmitting on a selected channel while another station or group is transmitting on it. Options: ON/OFF Default: OFF [15: MUTE-MODE] Speaker Mute Function: Selects the method to filter transmissions received on the current channel.

  • Page 66: [16: Descrambl] Descrambler

    [18: SEND-LOC] Send Location Function: Transmits the GPS location of the radio when enabled. Useful for geoloca- tion of users in your group equipped with GPS capable Wouxun Q Series radios. See page 105 for more about how to use location features.

  • Page 67: [19: Call-Group] Select Call Group

    Area Menu Functions Area Menu Functions Options: ON/OFF Default: OFF [19: CALL-GROUP] Select Call Group Function: Function: Sets Selective Group Call tones. Selective Call tones are 3 to 6 digits. Call tones can be set up through the programming software. Options: 1-99 Groups Default: 1 [20: SCAN-ADD] Scan Add / Delete...

  • Page 68: [22: Scan-Group] Scan Group

    Area Menu Functions the correct tone. This function must be activated while receiving a signal. Options: Choose CTCSS or DCS and press [MENU] to activate the scan. Note: The scan will stop when the signal ends and resume from where it left off the next time the signal is received, until it identifies the correct tone.

  • Page 69: [24: Work-Mode] Work Mode

    CH-FREQ: Channel Mode. Displays the channel frequency (Example: 462.56250) CH-NUM: Channel Mode. Displays the channel number (Example: CH-001) VFO (FREQ): Frequency Mode. Allows directly tuning any frequency in the wide receive range of the KG-Q10G. The radio transmits on GMRS frequencies only.

  • Page 70: [25: Ch-Wizard] Channel Wizard

    Area Menu Functions [25: CH-WIZARD] Channel Wizard Function: The Channel Wizard is a quick and convenient way to add a new channel to the radio. This menu option activates the Add Channel Wizad feature. Refer to the Channel Wizard section for details (page 97). Options: NONE Default: NONE [26: AM-MODE] AM Modulation Mode...

  • Page 71: System Menu Functions

    System Menu Functions System Menu Functions System Menu Functions System Menu Functions Using the System Menu The System Menu contains the menu settings that manage or affect the operation of the radio. These including options for configuring power management, display prefer- ences, and other system-level functions.

  • Page 72: [03: Backlight] Backlight Timeout

    System Menu Functions Options: OFF/1-10 Default: 2 [03: BACKLIGHT] Backlight Timeout Function: Sets the amount of time that the display will remain active before entering standby. The timer can be set from 1-30 seconds in one second increments. It can also be set to turn off imediately or always remain on. Options: ALWAYS OFF/1-20S/ALWAYS ON Default: 10 Seconds [04: BATT-SAVER] Battery Saver...

  • Page 73: [06: Wx-Notify] Weather Alert Notification Setting

    System Menu Functions System Menu Functions NOAA weather channel. Options: ON/OFF Default: OFF [06: WX-NOTIFY] Weather Alert Notification Setting Function: Sets type of notification for the alert when a NOAA weather alert signal is received. Options: WEATHER/ICON-ONLY/TONE/FLASH/TONE+FLASH Default: WEATHER ICON-ONLY: Displays weather alert icon and radio remains on regular channel. TONE: Displays weather icon and emits an alert beep every 60 seconds.

  • Page 74: [08: Scan-Mode] Scan Mode

    System Menu Functions Options: WHITE-1/WHITE-2/BLACK-1/BLACK-2/COOL/RAIN/NotARubi/ SKY/BTWR/CANDY/CUSTOM-1/CUSTOM-2/CUSTOM-3/CUS- TOM-4 Default: BLACK-2 [08: SCAN-MODE] 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 75: [10: Pri-Scan] Priority Scan

    System Menu Functions System Menu Functions Function: Determines if the incoming transmissions are filtered by CTCSS/DCS tones during scan mode. Options: ON/OFF Default: OFF [10: PRI-SCAN] Priority Scan Function: Allows you to turn the priority channel scan on or off. When enabled, the radio will scan the priority channel every 3 seconds for activity.

  • Page 76: [12: Tone-Save] Ctcss/Dcs Tone Save Options

    System Menu Functions [UP] and [DOWN] keys to select a channel number. Options: 999 channels Default: CH-001 [12: TONE-SAVE] CTCSS/DCS Tone Save Options Function: This item determines how a CTCSS or DCS tone is saved to a channel after a CTCSS/DCS scan. Options: BOTH/RX/TX Default: TX.

  • Page 77: [14: Tot] Transmit Overtime Timer

    System Menu Functions System Menu Functions EOT: Sets the roger beep at the end of transmission BOTH: Sets the roger beep at the beginning and end of transmission [14: 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.

  • Page 78: [16: Vox] Voice Activated Transmit

    System Menu Functions [16: 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. VOX gain levels of 1-9 are provided to allow you to adjust the voice detection sensitivity.

  • Page 79: [19: Ptt1-Def] Push-To-Talk 1 Key Assignment

    System Menu Functions System Menu Functions [19: PTT1-DEF] Push-To-Talk 1 Key Assignment Function: Assigns a function to a press of the [PTT1] key. This is the lower PTT locat- ed on the left side of the radio. Refer to PTT Key Options on page 49 for more information about each option.

  • Page 80: [22: Pf1-Long] Side Key Pf1 Long Press Assignment

    System Menu Functions Function: Assigns a function to a short press of the [PF1] side key. Refer to PF Key Options on page 50 for more information about each option. Options: DISABLE/ALARM/BACKLIGHT/BRIGHT+/FAVORITE/FLASH- LIGHT/FM-RADIO/LOC-MAP/MONITOR/REVERSE/SCAN/ SCAN-CTC/SCAN-DCS/SOS/STROBE/TALKAROUND/WEATH- ER/FM-AM/CH-WIZARD Default: SCAN [22: PF1-LONG] Side Key PF1 Long Press Assignment Function: Assigns a function to a long press of the [PF1] side key.

  • Page 81: [24: Pf2-Long] Side Key Pf2 Long Press Assignment

    System Menu Functions System Menu Functions Function: Assigns a function to a short press of the [PF2] side key. Refer to PF Key Options on page 50 for more information about each option. Options: DISABLE/ALARM/BACKLIGHT/BRIGHT+/FAVORITE/FLASH- LIGHT/FM-RADIO/LOC-MAP/MONITOR/REVERSE/SCAN/ SCAN-CTC/SCAN-DCS/SOS/STROBE/TALKAROUND/WEATH- ER/FM-AM/CH-WIZARD Default: WEATHER [24: PF2-LONG] Side Key PF2 Long Press Assignment Function: Assigns a function to a long press of the [PF2] side key.

  • Page 82: [26: Top-Long] Top Key Long Press Assignment

    System Menu Functions Function: Assigns a function to a short press of the [TOP] key. Refer to PF Key Op- tions on page 50 for more information about each option. Options: DISABLE/ALARM/BACKLIGHT/BRIGHT+/FAVORITE/FLASH- LIGHT/FM-RADIO/LOC-MAP/MONITOR/REVERSE/SCAN/ SCAN-CTC/SCAN-DCS/SOS/STROBE/TALKAROUND/WEATH- ER/FM-AM/CH-WIZARD Default: BRIGHT+ [26: TOP-LONG] Top Key Long Press Assignment Function: Assigns a function to a long press of the [TOP] key.

  • Page 83: [28: Top-Msg] Custom Top Message

    Function: Select the item displayed when the radio is powered on. Options: LOGO/VOLTAGE Default: LOGO LOGO: Wouxun logo VOLTAGE: Battery voltage [28: TOP-MSG] Custom Top Message Function: Allows you to customize the message in the top banner of the display. To edit the message, long press [MENU] and choose the TOP-MSG option.

  • Page 84: [29: Area-Msg] Custom Area Message

    System Menu Functions [29: AREA-MSG] Custom Area Message Function: Allows you to customize the message in the Secondary area of the display when the single area display option is chosen. To edit the message, long press [MENU] and choose the AREA-MSG option. the current message will be in edit mode and the first character will flash to indicate it is currently being edited.

  • Page 85: [31: Sidetone] Sidetone Setting

    System Menu Functions System Menu Functions [31: SIDETONE] Sidetone Setting Function: Determines when DTMF tones transmitted by the radio are heard from the speaker. It can be configured if you want to hear all tones, only tones trans- mitted for a radio ID, or only tones other than those transmitted for a radio ID.

  • Page 86: [33: Ptt-Id] Radio Id Setting

    System Menu Functions 101. Options: 0-9 Default: 101 [33: PTT-ID] Radio ID Setting Function: Determines if the radio will send its Radio ID during transmit, and at what point it will be sent. Options: OFF/BOT/EOT/BOTH Default: OFF BOT: Radio ID will be sent at the beginning of the transmission. EOT: Radio ID will be sent at the end of the transmission.

  • Page 87: [35: Ring] Ring Time

    System Menu Functions System Menu Functions Options: 100~3000ms Default: 1300ms [35: RING] Ring Time Function: Sets the amount of time a ring alert is emitted after receiving a DTMF tone that matches the radio ID. This is used when the MUTE-MODE setting is QT+DTMF or QT*DTMF.

  • Page 88: [37: Timer] Stopwatch Timer

    System Menu Functions [37: TIMER] Stopwatch Timer Function: Activates the timer feature. If ON, activate the timer by short pressing [#] in standby mode. Options: ON/OFF Default: OFF [38: SMUTESET] Secondary Area Mute Setting Function: The Secondary Mute function mutes the speaker on the secondary area when the primary area is used.

  • Page 89: [40: Rpt-Tone] Squelch Tone

    System Menu Functions System Menu Functions Function: Select the type of indicator that is shown in the battery level area of the display. Icon displays a battery icon, filled to a level that is roughly indicative of the remaining battery charge. Voltage displays the current battery voltage. Percent displays the percentage of battery life that remains.

  • Page 90: [42 Time-Zone] Set Time Zone

    [44: LOCATION] GPS Location Setting Function: Enables, configures and disables GPS geo-location tracking between two or more radios that support this feature. Requires Wouxun Q Series radios for this feature to function. Accessing this menu option takes you to a sub-menu...
  • Page 91 System Menu Functions System Menu Functions 105 for more about using the location features of the KG-Q10G. GPS Location Sub-Menu Function: Enables and disables the GPS Location function. Options: OFF/ON Default: OFF SEND-FREQ: Function: Sets the method or interval with which to send the GPS location data. You can choose to send the data in intervals between every 1 to 10 minutes, in one minute increments.

  • Page 92: [45: Reset] Factory Reset

    System Menu Functions Options: OFF/ON Default: OFF DISPLAY-MAP: Function: Displays the GPS locator Map on the screen with location co-ordinates. Options: None [45: 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 93: Advanced Operation

    Advanced Operation Adding and Removing Channels The KG-Q10G allows you to add and delete channels directly from the keypad of the radio using the CH-ADD and CH-DELETE options in the menu. New channels can be created in Frequency mode or cloned from existing channels in Channel mode.
  • Page 94 Press the [PF2] key go to the last unnasigned channel on the list. How to Add a Channel in Frequency Mode New channels can also be created from scratch, including “Receive-Only” channels for frequencies supported by the KG-Q10G but outside of the frequencies allowed for GMRS use. To create a new channel:...
  • Page 95 Advanced Operation Advanced Operation 1. Be sure that your radio is in Frequency mode by using the WORK-MODE menu option (page 69). 2. Tune to the desired channel by entering the receive frequency. 3. Update any settings that you would like applied to the channel by updating the area menu options.
  • Page 96 Advanced Operation / [DOWN] to select the 67.0 tone, and then press [MENU] to confirm. 2. Press [MENU] + [1] + [2] to enter the CH-ADD function, turn the channel knob or press the [UP] and [DOWN] keys to select an available channel, then press [MENU] to save it and return to standby mode.

  • Page 97: Channel Wizard

    Advanced Operation Channel Wizard The KG-Q10G features the Channel Wizard, a new function that allows you to quickly and easily program a new channel or modify an existing channel direct from the keypad of the radio itself. With the Channel Wizard, you can add or clone new channels into the radio in mere seconds.
  • Page 98 Advanced Operation sub-menu. Go to the first menu item and press [MENU] to enter its sub-menu. Use the [UP] and [DOWN] arrow keys to choose the option you want from that sub-menu, then press [MENU] to enter your choice. This will take you back to the Channel Wiz- ard menu to go to the next or previous Channel Wizard menu function.
  • Page 99 Advanced Operation Advanced Operation Options: REPEATER/RX-ONLY/SIMPLEX Default: REPEATER REPEATER: Sets up a repeater channel. RX-ONLY: Sets up a receive-only channel. SIMPLEX: Sets up a GMRS simplex channel. [02: RX-FREQ] Receive Frequency Function: Sets the receive frequency for the channel you want to add, clone or modify. Press [MENU] to enter the Receive Frequency sub-menu.
  • Page 100 Advanced Operation sponds with your desired frequency. Press [MENU] to set the frequency you want to choose. RX-ONLY: Enter your desired frequency directly, using the keypad. Alternatively, you can use the [UP] and [DOWN] arrow keys to scroll through all available frequencies.
  • Page 101 Advanced Operation Advanced Operation to select your preferred code and then press [MENU] to choose it. Pressing the [*] key will clear the code. Options: OFF/105 DCS+ Codes/105 DCS- Codes Default: OFF [05: RX-CTCSS] Receive CTCSS Tone Function: Sets the receiving CTCSS tone for the new or selected channel. Press [MENU] to enter the RX-CTCSS sub-menu, use the [UP] and [DOWN] keys to select your preferred tone and then press [MENU] to choose it.
  • Page 102 The transmit power for GMRS frequencies 462.5625-462.7125 (channels 1-7) are limited to 5 watts and can be used on Low, Mid or High power only. The KG-Q10G will automatically adjust the power to the FCC limits.
  • Page 103 Advanced Operation Advanced Operation Function: Allows you to enter or edit the name for the channel you want to add, clone or modify. Press [MENU] to enter the CH-NAME sub-menu. The name of the current channel will be in edit mode and the first character will flash to indicate it is currently being edited.
  • Page 104 Advanced Operation Options: 1-999 Default: Current active channel [10: SAVE-MODE] Save Channel Settings Mode Function: This function is the last step in the Add Channel Wizard. It saves the channel settings that have been entered during the previous nine steps in the Wizard. Once you choose the desired option, the settings will be saved to the radio.

  • Page 105: Gps / Location Function

    Advanced Operation GPS / Location Function The KG-Q10G has a location function that utilizes GPS technology. It allows you to send, receive and map geo-location data between two or more Q-Series radios. The KG-Q10G has multiple menu options related to configuring the location func- tions.
  • Page 106 Advanced Operation How to Activate the Global Location Functions Be sure that your radio is in Channel mode by using the WORK-MODE menu option (page 69). 1. Long Press [MENU] + [4] + [4] to enter the LOCATION sub-menu. 2. Press [MENU] + [1] to select the GPS option in the sub-menu and press [MENU]. Turn the channel knob or press the [UP] and [DOWN] keys to select ON, then press [MENU] to save it and return to the LOCATION sub-menu.
  • Page 107 Advanced Operation Advanced Operation keys to select ON, then press [MENU] to save it and return to the LOCATION menu. Read page 91 for more information about the GPS-RECEIVE sub-menu option. 5. Press [EXIT] to go back to the main System Menu and press [EXIT] to return to standby mode.
  • Page 108 The GPS location information cannot be transmitted on the repeater input fre- quencies to comply with FCC rules. For another Wouxun Q-Series radio to display your location using the Location Map, your radio must also be configured with a unique Radio ID. Configure your unique Ra- dio ID by using the RADIO-ID system menu option (page 85).
  • Page 109 Once a GPS signal is acquired, the indicator will turn solid. How to Access and Display GPS Location Data The KG-Q10G can list location coordinates of other Q Series radios and display a map of their locations on the screen. To access and display the GPS data: 1.

  • Page 110: Setting Non-Standard Ctcss Or Dcs

    To exit the GPS Locator Map, press the [EXIT] key. Setting Non-Standard CTCSS or DCS How to Set Non-Standard CTCSS The KG-Q10G 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-CTCSS or TX-CTCSS), enter the...
  • Page 111 How to Set Non-Standard DCS The KG-Q10G supports non-standard DCS codes ranging from 000-766, except any code with the digit 8 or 9. For example, 680.719 is not a valid non-standard DCS code. After selecting the DCS menu setting (RX-DCS or TX-DCS), enter the desired DCS code from the keypad, press [#] to select the Positive (N) or Negative (I) code, and then press MENU to confirm.

  • Page 112: Dtmf Encoding

    D105I. Press [MENU] to confirm, and then press [EXIT] to return to standby. DTMF Encoding The KG-Q10G features dual-tone multi-frequency (DTMF) encoding. This enables the radio to perform a number of useful signaling operations. Using the DTMF Keypad The KG-Q10G has a full function DTMF keypad. While pressing the [PTT] key to...
  • Page 113 SHIFT Sending a Radio ID The KG-Q10G 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 114 (page 86). This delay time can be set to one of 30 levels in 100ms incre- ments. Calling a specific radio using an ID The KG-Q10G also supports the ability to call another radio directly, using its Radio ID. To enable this function, you must activate and configure all radios in your fleet to...
  • Page 115 ID when the ID is shorter than six digits. Once a KG-Q10G 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 system menu option (page 87) or in the programming software.
  • Page 116 This is not often used in the United States and is more common in Europe. The KG-Q10G supports this functionality. Use the ALERT menu option (page 87) to select the specific hertz of the tone that is needed (1750Hz is most common and is...

  • Page 117: Remote Control

    Advanced Operation Remote Control The Remote Control function allows some settings of the KG-Q10G to be modified remotely. The remote control function must be configured using the PC programming software, and the radio used to control the KG-Q10G remotely must have DTMF support.
  • Page 118 Advanced Operation mote control functions. The control code must be between 3-6 digits and cannot begin with 0. Stun, Kill, Monitor and Inspect The following details how to perform the Stun, Kill, Monitor, and Inspect remote control functions. These functions cannot be activated while a transceiver is in repeater mode.
  • Page 119 Advanced Operation Advanced Operation matches the Control Code and the DTMF ID matches, the stun function will be acti- vated. To reactivate a stunned radio, send the stun sequence again. Kill Kill prevents a radio from transmitting or receiving. To activate the stun function on a remote radio, perform the following steps. From the controlling radio, transmit a DTMF sequence matching the following: Control Code + AB (DTMF kill code) + Radio ID.
  • Page 120 Advanced Operation To activate the monitor function on a remote radio, perform the following steps. From the controlling radio, transmit a DTMF sequence matching the following: Control Code + DA (DTMF monitor code) + Radio ID. Using our example, the transmitted sequence would be: 654321 DA 123456.

  • Page 121: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Before assuming your KG-Q10G 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 122 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 123: Technical Information

    Technical Information Technical Information Technical Information Technical Information Specifications Entire Radio Frequency Range TX: GMRS Frequencies RX: 26.965-27.405 (AM/FM) / 76-108 MHz (FM) 108-136 MHz (Airband, AM) 136-174 MHz (FM) / 222-225 MHz (FM) 320-400 MHz (FM) / 400-480 MHz (FM) / 714-999 MHz (FM) Memory Channels Work Mode F2D / F3E...
  • Page 124 Technical Information Narrow Band Receiver Wide Band Narrow Band Transmitter Wide Band Adjacent Channel Adjacent Channel ≤70dB ≤60dB ≥70dB ≥60dB Selectivity Power ≤65dB ≤60dB Inter-modulation Spurious ≤-60dBm ≤-60dBm ≤70dB ≤70dB +3dB +3dB Spurious Response Audio Response (0.3~3KHz) (0.3~2.55KHz) +1~3dB +1~3dB Audio Response (0.3~3KHz) (0.3~3KHz)

  • Page 125: Standard Ctcss And Dcs Tones

    The following is a list of the standard CTCSS and DCS tones supported by the KG-Q10G. Some 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 126 Technical Information DCS codes ending in N are positive. Negative DCS codes end in I. The KG-Q10G includes 105 positive and 105 negative codes. D462N D627N D023N D074N D165N D261N D356N D464N D631N D025N D114N D172N D263N D364N D465N D632N...

  • Page 127: Default Gmrs Channels And Frequencies

    Technical Information Technical Information Default GMRS Channels and Frequencies Simplex Channels Name Frequency Power Name Frequency Power GMRS-01 462.5625 GMRS-12 467.6625 GMRS-02 462.5875 GMRS-13 467.6875 GMRS-03 462.6125 GMRS-14 467.7125 GMRS-04 462.6375 GMRS-15 462.5500 GMRS-05 462.6625 GMRS-16 462.5750 GMRS-06 462.6875 GMRS-17 462.6000 GMRS-07 462.7125...
  • Page 128 Technical Information Repeater Channels Name Receive Frequency Transmit Frequency Max Power RPT-15 462.5500 467.5500 Ultra High RPT-16 462.5750 467.5750 Ultra High RPT-17 462.6000 467.6000 Ultra High RPT-18 462.6250 467.6250 Ultra High RPT-19 462.6500 467.6500 Ultra High RPT-20 462.6750 467.6750 Ultra High RPT-21 462.7000 467.7000...

  • Page 129: Default Cb Channels And Frequencies

    Technical Information Technical Information Default CB Channels and Frequencies The following channels are pre-programmed to default CB frequencies. Frequency Frequency Frequency Frequency 26.96500 27.08500 27.21500 27.31500 26.97500 27.10500 27.22500 27.32500 26.98500 27.11500 27.25500 27.33500 27.00500 27.12500 27.23500 27.34500 27.01500 27.13500 27.24500 27.35500 27.02500...

  • Page 130: Noaa Weather Channels

    Technical Information NOAA Weather Channels Ch. Frequency Ch. Frequency 162.4000 162.5000 162.4250 162.5250 162.4500 162.5500 162.4750...

  • Page 131: Optional Accessories

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

  • Page 132: 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 133 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-Q10G-2310-V1.2...

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