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Page 1 Thank you for purchasing the Wouxun KG-S65G 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-S65G............26 Power On/Off and Adjusting Volume ............27 Your First Transmit ..................27 Channel and Frequency Modes ..............29 Channels and Tones ..................31 Using Repeaters ....................32 Channel Scan ....................35 Priority Channel Scan ..................36 Scanning CTCSS / DCS Codes ..............38 NOAA Weather Mode .................39...
Page 4 Stopwatch Timer ..................51 Frequency Counter ..................52 Area Menu Functions �� 53 Using the Area Menu ...................53 [01: SQUELCH] Squelch ................53 [02: TX-POWER] Output Power ..............54 [03: W/N] Bandwidth ..................54 [04: STEP] Frequency Step ................54 [05: RX-CTCSS] Receive CTCSS Tone .............55 [06: TX-CTCSS] Transmit CTCSS Tone ...........55 [07: RX-DCS] Receive DCS Code ..............55 [08: TX-DCS] Transmit DCS Code ............56...
Page 5 [11: CH-FAV] Favorite Channel ..............58 [12: CH-ADD] Add Memory Channel ............58 [13: CH-DEL] Delete Memory Channel ............58 [14: BUSYLOCK] Busy Channel Lockout ..........59 [15: MUTEMODE] Speaker Mute.............59 [16: DESCRAMB] Descrambler ..............60 [17: COMPAND] Compander ..............60 [18: CALL-GRP] Select Call Group ............60 [19: SCAN-ADD] Scan Add / Delete ............61 [20: TONESCAN] CTCSS/DCS Scanning ..........61 [21: WORKMODE] Work Mode ...............62...
Page 6 [01: BACK-LT] Backlight Timeout .............64 [02: BAT-SAVE] Battery Saver..............64 [03: WX-ALERT] Weather Alert ..............65 [04: WXNOTIFY] Weather Alert Notification Setting ......65 [05: WX-FREQ] Weather Frequency Setting ..........66 [06: THEME] Display Theme ..............66 [07: SCANMODE] Scan Mode ..............66 [08: SCAN-QT] Tone Scanning Detection ..........67 [09: PRI-SCAN] Priority Scan ..............67 [10: PRI-CH] Priority Channel ..............68 [11: TONESAVE] CTCSS/DCS Tone Save Options .........68...
Page 7 [15: VOX] Voice Activated Transmit ............70 [16: VOX-DLY] VOX Delay ...............71 [17: VOICE] Voice Guide ................71 [18: BEEP] Button Beeps ................71 [19: S1-SHORT] Side Key S1 Short Press Assignment ......72 [20: S1-LONG] Side Key S1 Long Press Assignment ........72 [21: S2-SHORT] Side Key S2 Short Press Assignment ......73 [22: S2-LONG] Side Key S2 Long Press Assignment ........73 [23: F1-SHORT] Front Key F1 Short Press Assignment ......74 [24: F1-LONG] Front Key F1 Long Press Assignment ......74...
Page 8 [29: STARTUP] Power On Message ............77 [30: AREA-MSG] Custom Area Message ..........77 [31: AUTOLOCK] Auto Lock ..............78 [32: LOCKMODE] Lock Mode ..............78 [33: SIDETONE] Sidetone Setting ............79 [34: RADIO-ID] Edit Radio ID ..............80 [35: PTT-ID] Radio ID Setting ..............80 [36: ID-DELAY] ID-Delay ................81 [37: RING] Ring Time ................81 [38: ALERT] Tone Alert................81 [39: BAT-TYPE] Battery Level Display Type ..........82...
Page 9 [43: RESET] Factory Reset................84 Advanced Operation �� 85 Adding and Removing Channels ..............85 Channel Wizard ...................88 Setting Non-Standard CTCSS or DCS ............97 DTMF Encoding ..................98 Remote Control ..................103 Troubleshooting �� 107 Technical Information �� 109 Specifications ....................109 Standard CTCSS and DCS Tones .............111 Default GMRS Channels and Frequencies ..........113 NOAA Weather Channels .................115 Optional Accessories ��...
Page 10 Limited Warranty �� 117...
Page 11: Safety Information
Safety Information Safety Information Safety Information The KG-S65G 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 12 Use of other accessories may exceed RF exposure guidelines. Notice ▪ These tips are important for safe operation of your KG-S65G radio and its accessories. If the transceiver does not function normally, please get in touch with your dealer immediately.
Page 13: Fcc Compliance
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-S65G is FCC Part 95E type accepted for use on the GMRS. The KG-S65G 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 Wide/Narrow Bandwidth Selectable ▪ ▪ 8 Built-In GMRS Repeater Channels Standard and Non-Std CTCSS/DCS ▪ ▪ 400 Memory Channels CTCSS/DCS Tone Scan ▪ ▪ 7 NOAA Weather Channels Channel Scan/Priority Scan ▪...
Page 16 Getting Started ▪ ▪ Receive (RX) Frequency Range: 2 Configurable Side Keys ▪ 76-108 MHz (FM) Configurable Top Key ▪ 162.400-162.550 (NOAA) 2 Configurable Front Keys ▪ 400-480 MHz (FM) PC Programming Software Support ▪ Transmit (TX) Frequency Range: 462.550-462.725MHz (GMRS Channels 1-7 and 15-22) 467.550-467.725MHz (GMRS Channels 8-14 &...
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. Antenna Lithium-ion Battery Pack USB-C Cable AC Adapter Belt Clip...
Page 18: Front Panel Guide
Getting Started Front Panel Guide Channel Knob Antenna On/Off/Volume Knob RX/TX LED (Green/Red) Top Key Flashlight Display Up/Down Keys Menu/Enter Exit/Cancel F1 Key F2 Key Microphone Speaker...
Page 19: Right / Left Side Guide
Getting Started Getting Started Right / Left Side Guide Top Key Short Press: FLASHLT Long Press: BACK-LT Earphone Jack Short Press: SCAN Long Press: FM-RADIO Short Press: FAVORITE USB-C Charging Port Long Press: MONITOR Note: Defaults are shown for Programmable Keys.
Page 20: Display Guide
Getting Started Display Guide Battery Save Key Lock Talkaround Priority Scan Battery Voltage Weather Radio FM Radio Weather Alert WX Channel Number Current Channel Reverse DTMF Mute Repeater Channel CTCSS/DCS Channel Number Descrambler Priority Channel W/N Band TX Power TX Status...
Page 21: Dust And Water Protection
Getting Started Dust and Water Protection The KG-S65G is waterproof to IP55 standards. It is dust resistant and rated to with- stand water projected by a nozzle (6.3 mm) against enclosure from any direction for a limited period. This radio is resistant to dust and water only while the battery is proper- ly installed and locked in place with no gaps and the accessory port is completely sealed with the accessory port cover.
Page 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
USB-C port on the side of the radio or optional desktop charger. Charging with the USB-C Port The KG-S65G 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 24 Getting Started Charging with the Desktop Charger The KG-S65G can also be charged with the optional CHA-034 desktop charger (sold separately). It can charge the battery pack with or without the radio attached. 1. Insert the AC plug into an available 100~240v outlet. The LED light on the charger base will flash red for 2-3 seconds.
Page 25: Antenna Information
Getting Started Getting Started Antenna Information The KG-S65G 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 26: Operation
10 years. The KG-S65G 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-S65G for the first time, the display will likely show “GMRS-01” in the lower area of the display with “CH-001” above it and to the right. GMRS-01 is the name of the currently selected channel. CH-001 is the channel num- ber.
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-S65G. ▪ Transmitting on channels 8-14 is limited to a half watt of output power and is for use on Low power only.
Page 29: 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-S65G supports tuning frequencies via two methods: channel and frequency modes.
Page 30 This is the default mode and is the most convenient way to access commonly used frequencies. The KG-S65G is pre-configured with 30 GMRS channels and 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 31: Channels And Tones
Note: Only GMRS frequencies are available to transmit� Channels and Tones The KG-S65G 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 32: Using Repeaters
The KG-S65G supports 400 customizable memory channels. Instructions for adding and deleting channels are located in the Advanced Operations section (page 85). Using Repeaters The KG-S65G 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 33 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-S65G Repeater Channels RPT-15 through RPT-22 have the same receive frequency as channels GMRS-15...
Page 34 Operation 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. Number Channel Receive Frequency Transmit Frequency CH-023 RPT-15 462.5500 467.5500...
Page 35: Channel Scan
Channel Scan The KG-S65G features a Channel Scan function. This function is assigned to a short press of the [S1] key by default. To activate Channel Scan, you must be in Channel Mode. Press and hold the [S1] key for two seconds or until you hear “Scan Begin”. The radio will scan each channel for activity, starting from the current channel.
Page 36: Priority Channel Scan
PRI-SCAN System Menu option (page 67), the KG-S65G 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 primar- ily concerned with a single channel.
Page 37: Frequency Scan
When Priority Scan is active, the screen displays a “ C ” icon in a square box. Frequency Scan The KG-S65G can also perform a scan while in Frequency (VFO) Mode. To activate Frequency Scan, press and hold the [S1] key for two seconds or until you hear “Scan Begin”.
Page 38: Scanning Ctcss / Dcs Codes
[S2] or [TOP] buttons from the menu (pp. 72-76). Scanning CTCSS / DCS Codes The KG-S65G 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 39: Noaa Weather Mode
Operation Operation The TONESCAN feature saves the tone to the channel when you press MENU after a tone has been detected. When saving the tone, TONESCAN looks at the TONE- SAVE option in the System Menu (page 68) to determine if the detected tone is to be saved as the TX tone, RX tone, or both.
Page 40 Weather Mode is accessible on the top area only. ▪ The Band function only works while in Weather Mode. Weather Alert The KG-S65G features a Weather Alert option (page 65). When Weather Alert mode is active and the radio is in standby mode, the KG-S65G will monitor the...
Page 41 (1050Hz) that indicates a weather warning or alert has been issued. When a weather alert has been detected, the KG-S65G will produce an alert according the option chosen in the WXNOTIFY menu function (page 65). Pressing any key will acknowledge and end the alert.
Page 42: Key Lock
Operation Key Lock The keys on the KG-S65G can be locked to prevent them from being accidentally pressed. When the Key Lock is enabled, all buttons except the PTT key will be dis- abled. To activate the Key Lock, press and hold the [EXIT] key for two seconds. The key icon will appear at the top of the display.
Page 43: Programmable Function Keys
Goes to the previous channel, frequency or menu item Programmable Function Keys The KG-S65G has five programmable keys. The two keys labeled [F1] and [F2] are lo- cated on the front of the radio. The [S1] and [S2] keys are located on the left side of the...
Page 44 Operation can perform two functions, one activated with a short press and one with a long press. These functions can be assigned to the keys from the menu (pp. 72-76). They can also be assigned via the programming software. Default Key Function Description DISABLE...
Page 45 Operation Operation Default Key Function Description S1 Short SCAN Scan function (page 35) Transmit SOS (page 47) TALK-A Activate talkaround (page 46) TIMER Activate Stopwatch Timer (page 51) F1 Long TX-POWER Switch Low/Mid/High Power (page 54) Activate VOX (p 70) F2 Short WEATHER Activate Weather Mode (page 39)
Page 46 Operation 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. To use Reverse Frequency, it must first be assigned to a programmable key. Press the assigned programmable key on the active channel to activate or deactivate this feature.
Page 47 Operation Call The KG-S65G provides a way to send pre-configured Call Codes via a programmable function key. The programming software allows the defining of up to 20 Call Codes. Each channel can be assigned a Call Code using the CALLGRP menu item (page 60).
Page 48 [F1], [F2], [S1], [S2] or [T1] key (pp. 72-76). Display Backlight The KG-S65G allows you to activate the backlight for the display using a programma- ble key. When activated, the backlight will remain on for the duration of the time set in the BACK-LT menu option (page 64).
Page 49 Operation Flashlight The KG-S65G has a built-in LED flashlight at the top of the radio. It is assigned to a short press of the [T1] key by default, but can be assigned to the [F1], [F2], [S1], [S2] or [T1] key using the System Menu (pp. 72-76).
Page 50: Fm Radio
Operation Area Select The KG-S65G display is divided in two two areas of operation. The top half is the Weather Area and the bottom half is the GMRS Radio. When the Weather function is active, the weather radio is the primary active area by default. The primary area can be swtiched between the Weather and GMRS radio areas by pressing the programmable button assigned to the AREA-SEL function.
Page 51: Stopwatch Timer
(page 83). Stopwatch Timer The KG-S65G has a built-in stopwatch timer. To use the timer, it must first be assigned to a programmable key. Once enabled, Press the [MENU] key on the radio to activate the timer. Press any key to stop the timer. When stopped, press any key to deactivate...
Page 52: Frequency Counter
System Menu (pp. 72-76). Frequency Counter The KG-S65G features a frequency counter. When activated, it can detect strong radio signals that are very close by, along with any CTCSS tone or DCS code that is being transmitted with them. The frequency counter feature can be activated by pressing the [S1] key after entering the Area menu.
Page 53: Area Menu Functions
Area Menu Functions Using the Area Menu The Wouxun KG-S65G 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 functionality of each individual channel when in Channel Mode or the selected frequency when in Frequency (VFO) Mode.
Page 54: [02: Tx-Power] Output Power
Area Menu Functions [02: TX-POWER] Output Power Function: Sets the transmit power of the radio. The radio has three power optons: Low, Mid and High. Wattage is different for each channel and is approximate. Refer to the Technical Specifications chapter (page 113) for details. Options: HIGH/MID/LOW Default: (Varies by channel) [03: W/N] Bandwidth...
Page 55: [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 [UP] / [DOWN] keys to select your preferred code or choose OFF and then MENU to confirm. Options: OFF/50 CTCSS Tones Default: OFF [06: TX-CTCSS] Transmit CTCSS Tone...
Page 56: [08: Tx-Dcs] Transmit Dcs Code
Function: Sets the offset frequency for a repeater channel. When this option is activated the KG-S65G 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 57: [10: Ch-Name] Channel Name
Area Menu Functions Area Menu Functions 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 channel 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.
Page 58: [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 [F1]. [F2], [P1]. [P2] or T1] key. The FAVORITE function does not work in Frequency Mode.
Page 59: [14: Busylock] Busy Channel Lockout
Area Menu Functions Area Menu Functions Options: None Default: Current channel [14: BUSYLOCK] 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: MUTEMODE] Speaker Mute Function: Selects the method to filter transmissions received on the current channel.
Page 60: [16: Descramb] Descrambler
Area Menu Functions tone of the current radio ID (followed by a # sign). [16: 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 [17: COMPAND] Compander Function: The compander minimizes noise.
Page 61: [19: Scan-Add] Scan Add / Delete
Area Menu Functions Area Menu Functions Default: 1 [19: SCAN-ADD] Scan Add / Delete Function: Add or remove a channel to/from the list of channels to scan. ON indicates the channel is in the scan list. Options: ON/OFF Default: ON [20: TONESCAN] CTCSS/DCS Scanning Function: Scans the incoming signal for CTCSS or DCS tones to identify or confirm the correct tone.
Page 62: [21: Workmode] Work Mode
CH-NUM: Channel Mode. Displays the channel number (Example: CH-001) FREQ: Frequency Mode. Allows directly tuning to any frequency within the receive range of the KG-S65G. The radio transmits on GMRS frequencies only. [22: CH-WIZ] Channel Wizard Function: The Channel Wizard is a quick and convenient way to add a new channel to the radio.
Page 63 Area Menu Functions Area Menu Functions Default: NONE...
Page 64: 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. It is accessed with a long, 2 second press of the [MENU] key.
Page 65: [03: Wx-Alert] Weather Alert
System Menu Functions System Menu Functions Default: ON [03: WX-ALERT] Weather Alert Function: Enables and disables the weather alert. Sets the alert for the currently active NOAA weather channel. Options: ON/OFF Default: OFF [04: WXNOTIFY] Weather Alert Notification Setting Function: Sets type of notification for the alert when a NOAA weather alert signal is received.
Page 66: [05: Wx-Freq] Weather Frequency Setting
System Menu Functions [05: WX-FREQ] Weather Frequency Setting Function: Sets the default weather frequency in Weather Mode. There are 7 NOAA weather frequencies from which to choose. Options: 1 (162.400) - 7 (162.550) Default: 1 [06: THEME] Display Theme Function: Sets the theme of the LCD display to one of 14 display themes. Colors for the four custom themes can be defined in the programming software.
Page 67: [08: Scan-Qt] Tone Scanning Detection
System Menu Functions System Menu Functions Default: TO TO: When a signal is detected, scanning stops. Scan will pause to wait for further activity and will then resume if no operation is carried out within 5 seconds. Pressing PTT will transmit on the currently selected channel. CO: When a signal is detected, scanning stops and resumes immediately after the sig- nal is lost.
Page 68: [10: Pri-Ch] Priority Channel
System Menu Functions “Priority Channel Scan” section on page 36 to learn more. Options: OFF/ON-STBY/ON-ALWYS Default: OFF OFF: Disabled ON-STBY: Disables Priority Scan during receive ON-ALWYS: Enabled [10: PRI-CH] Priority Channel Function: Selects the priority channel. This is used during scanning when the Priority Scan (menu option 9) feature is enabled.
Page 69: [12: Roger] Roger Beep
System Menu Functions System Menu Functions Default: TX. RX: Saves the scanned tone to the RX-CTCSS/DCS setting TX: Saves the scanned tone to the TX-CTCSS/DCS setting RX+TX: Saves the scanned tone to both [12: ROGER] Roger Beep Function: Enables an audible roger beep prompt during transmission. Options: OFF/BOT/EOT/BOTH Default: OFF BOT: Sets the roger beep prompt at the beginning of transmission...
Page 70: [14: Toa] Transmit Overtime Alarm
System Menu Functions [14: TOA] Transmit Overtime Alarm Function: The Transmit Overtime Alarm warns when the Transmit Overtime Timer (TOT) is about to be exceeded. The red TX indicator LED (top of the radio) flashes to indicate an alarm. The alarm can be set to a maximum time limit of 10 seconds and indicates the amount of time prior to the Transmit Overtime Timer expiring that the warning will begin.
Page 71: [16: Vox-Dly] Vox Delay
System Menu Functions System Menu Functions [16: VOX-DLY] VOX Delay Function: Sets the number of seconds to delay turning off transmit after the VOX func- tion no longer detects audio. Options: OFF/1-5S (seconds) Default: 1S [17: VOICE] Voice Guide Function: Enable or disable voice prompts. Options: OFF/ON Default: ON [18: BEEP] Button Beeps...
Page 72: [19: S1-Short] Side Key S1 Short Press Assignment
System Menu Functions [19: S1-SHORT] Side Key S1 Short Press Assignment Function: Assigns a function to a short press of the [S1] side key. This is the upper pro- grammable key located on the left side of the radio. Refer to Programmable Key Options on page 43 for more information about each option.
Page 73: [21: S2-Short] Side Key S2 Short Press Assignment
System Menu Functions System Menu Functions FREQ-CNT Default: FM-RADIO [21: S2-SHORT] Side Key S2 Short Press Assignment Function: Assigns a function to a short press of the [S2] side key. This is the lower pro- grammable key located on the left side of the radio. Refer to Programmable Key Options on page 43 for more information about each option.
Page 74: [23: F1-Short] Front Key F1 Short Press Assignment
System Menu Functions FLASHLT/FM-RADIO/MONITOR/REVERSE/SCAN/SOS/TALK-A/ TIMER/TX-POWER/VOX/WEATHER/WORKMODE/CH-WIZ/ FREQ-CNT Default: MONITOR [23: F1-SHORT] Front Key F1 Short Press Assignment Function: Assigns a function to a short press of the [F1] front key. Refer to Program- mable Key Options on page 43 for more information about each option. Options: DISABLE/ALARM/AREA-SEL/BACK-LT/CALL/FAVORITE/ FLASHLT/FM-RADIO/MONITOR/REVERSE/SCAN/SOS/TALK-A/ TIMER/TX-POWER/VOX/WEATHER/WORKMODE/CH-WIZ/...
Page 75: [25: F2-Short] Front Key F2 Short Press Assignment
System Menu Functions System Menu Functions FLASHLT/FM-RADIO/MONITOR/REVERSE/SCAN/SOS/TALK-A/ TIMER/TX-POWER/VOX/WEATHER/WORKMODE/CH-WIZ/ FREQ-CNT Default: TX-POWER [25: F2-SHORT] Front Key F2 Short Press Assignment Function: Assigns a function to a short press of the [F2] front key. Refer to Program- mable Key Options on page 43 for more information about each option. Options: DISABLE/ALARM/AREA-SEL/BACK-LT/CALL/FAVORITE/ FLASHLT/FM-RADIO/MONITOR/REVERSE/SCAN/SOS/TALK-A/ TIMER/TX-POWER/VOX/WEATHER/WORKMODE/CH-WIZ/...
Page 76: [27: T1-Short] Top Key Short Press Assignment
System Menu Functions FLASHLT/FM-RADIO/MONITOR/REVERSE/SCAN/SOS/TALK-A/ TIMER/TX-POWER/VOX/WEATHER/WORKMODE/CH-WIZ/ FREQ-CNT Default: AREA-SEL [27: T1-SHORT] Top Key Short Press Assignment Function: Assigns a function to a short press of the [T1] key. This is the programmable key located on the top of the radio. Refer to PF Key Options on page 43 for more information about each option.
Page 77: [29: Startup] Power On Message
Function: Select the item displayed when the radio is powered on. Options: BITMAP/BATT-V Default: BITMAP BITMAP: Wouxun logo BATT-V: Battery voltage [30: AREA-MSG] Custom Area Message Function: Allows you to customize the message in the Secondary area of the display...
Page 78: [31: Autolock] Auto Lock
System Menu Functions [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. Press the [UP] and [DOWN] keys to select the desired character, then press the [S1] key to move to the next position.
Page 79: [33: Sidetone] Sidetone Setting
System Menu Functions System Menu Functions Options: KEY/KEY+PTT/KEY+ENC/ALL Default: KEY KEY: Locks the front keypad and [S1] and [S2] side keys. KEY+PTT: Locks the front keypad, [S1] and [S2] and [T1] keys, and [PTT]. KEY+ENC: Locks the front keypad, [S1] and [S2] side keys, and channel knob. ALL: Locks the front keypad, [S1] and [S2], [T1] keys, [PTT], and channel knob.
Page 80: [34: Radio-Id] Edit Radio Id
System Menu Functions DTMF+ID: All tones transmitted will be heard from the speaker. [34: RADIO-ID] Edit Radio ID Function: Sets the numeric radio ID that is sent during transmissions if the PTT-ID menu option is enabled. This ID must be a number and contain at least 3 digits and no more than 6 digits.
Page 81: [36: Id-Delay] Id-Delay
System Menu Functions System Menu Functions [36: ID-DELAY] ID-Delay 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 82: [39: Bat-Type] Battery Level Display Type
System Menu Functions 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 [S2] key on the side of the radio. [39: BAT-TYPE] Battery Level Display Type Function: Select the type of indicator that is shown in the battery level area of the display.
Page 83: [41: Weather] Weather Mode
System Menu Functions System Menu Functions Options: OFF/ON Default: OFF [41: WEATHER] Weather Mode Function: Activates Weather Mode. If ON, the weather area is active and the frequen- cy for the currently selected weather channel appears on the top half of the display.
Page 84: [43: Reset] Factory Reset
System Menu Functions [43: 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 85: Advanced Operation
Advanced Operation Adding and Removing Channels The KG-S65G 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 in Frequency mode or cloned from existing channels in Channel mode.
Page 86 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-S65G but outside of the frequencies allowed for GMRS use. To create a new channel: 1. Be sure that your radio is in Frequency mode by using the WORKMODE menu option (page 62).
Page 87 Advanced Operation Advanced Operation 4. Once the frequency is working as desired, save the new channel by pressing [MENU] and 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 88: Channel Wizard
Channel Wizard The KG-S65G 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...
Page 89 Advanced Operation Advanced Operation the radio in mere seconds. You can also change the settings in any existing channel. The wizard lets you do all of this without scrolling through the menu to find and set each dividual channel option, and without the need for programming software. Using the Channel Wizard When you enter the Channel Wizard, the data for the currently selected channel or frequency will be loaded.
Page 90 Advanced Operation The last Channel Wizard menu function is [SAVE-MODE]. You must choose this function to save your channel settings and add, clone or save your channel to the radio. You can choose to save your channel and create another channel or save the channel and exit the Channel Wizard.
Page 91 Advanced Operation Advanced Operation [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. The process for selecting a frequency varies based on your choice for the TYPE option in step Options: Refer to the following parameters for each TYPE option.
Page 92 Advanced Operation [03: TX-CTCSS] Transmit CTCSS Tone Function: Sets the transmitting CTCSS tone for the new or selected channel. Press [MENU] to enter the TX-CTCSS sub-menu, use the [UP] and [DOWN] keys to select your preferred tone and then press [MENU] to choose it. Pressing the [F2] key will clear the tone.
Page 93 Advanced Operation Advanced Operation [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. Pressing the [F2] key will clear the tone.
Page 94 The transmit power for GMRS frequencies 462.5625-462.7125 (chan- nels 1-7) are limited to 5 watts and can be used on Low, Mid or High power. The KG-S65G will automatically adjust the power to the FCC limits. Options: LOW/MID/HIGH Default: LOW...
Page 95 Advanced Operation Advanced Operation indicate it is currently being edited. Press the [UP] or [DOWN] key to select the desired character, then press the [S1] key to move to the next position or the [S2] key to move to the previous position. Pressing the [F2] key will clear the channel name field.
Page 96 Advanced Operation [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. Options: SAVE END/SAVE NEW Default: SAVE END SAVE END: Saves the settings to the current or new channel and exits the Add Chan-...
Page 97: Setting Non-Standard Ctcss Or Dcs
Setting Non-Standard CTCSS or DCS How to Set Non-Standard CTCSS The KG-S65G supports non-standard CTCSS tone in the range of 65.0-255.0Hz with a minimum spacing of 0.1Hz. CTCSS tones are enabled and assigned to a channel using the user programming software.
Page 98: Dtmf Encoding
Highlight the current code, press the backspace key to remove it, enter D105I using your computer keyboard and press return. DTMF Encoding The KG-S65G features dual-tone multi-frequency (DTMF) encoding. This enables the radio to perform a number of useful signaling operations.
Page 99 Advanced Operation Using the DTMF Keys The KG-S65G has a 6-key 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. The keys on the radio correspond to DTMF codes as follows:...
Page 100 Advanced Operation To set a radio ID, long press [MENU] and navigate to the RADIO-ID menu option (page 80). Press [MENU] and turn the Channel Knob or press the [UP] / [DOWN] keys to select the first digit of the desired number. Use the [S2] side key to move to the next character and select the next digit.
Page 101 DTMF Tones on page 102) to send the pre-programmed radio ID that you are calling. Once a KG-S65G 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 81) or in the programming software.
Page 102 Advanced Operation Transmitting DTMF Tones The KG-S65G provides a way to send pre-configured DTMF tones via via a program- mable function key. First, assign a programmable key to the CALL option (page 47). This is available as an option for the [F1], [F2], [S1], [S2] or [T1] key (pp. 72-76).
Page 103: Remote Control
Advanced Operation Remote Control The Remote Control function allows some settings of the KG-S65G to be modified remotely. The remote control function must be configured using the PC programming software, and the radio used to control the KG-S65G remotely must have DTMF support.
Page 104 Advanced Operation number works like a password. The remote radios must send the matching code in order to activate remote 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 con- trol functions.
Page 105 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 106 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 107: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Before assuming your KG-S65G 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 108 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 109: Technical Information
Technical Information Technical Information Technical Information Technical Information Specifications Entire Radio Frequency Range TX: GMRS Frequencies (462-467 MHz) RX: 400-480 MHz / 76-108 MHz (FM) / 162.400-162.550 (NOAA) Memory Channels Work Mode F2D / F3E Work Temperature -20°C~+40°C / -4°F~140°F Frequency Step 2.5 / 5.0 / 6.25 / 10 / 12.5 / 25 / 50 / 100 KHz / 1000 KHz Antenna Impedance...
Page 110 Technical Information Narrow Band Receiver Wide Band Narrow Band Transmitter Wide Band Sensitivity 0.25μV SINAD:12dB Adjacent Channel ≥70dB ≥60dB Power ON: -119dbm Squelch ≤-60dBm ≤-60dBm Spurious OFF:-122dbm +3dB +3dB Audio Power ≤500mW Audio Distortion (0.3~3KHz) (0.3~2.55KHz) Audio Distortion ≤5% Max Frequency ±5KHz ±2.5KHz 120mV...
Page 111: Standard Ctcss And Dcs Tones
The following is a list of the standard CTCSS and DCS tones supported by the KG-S65G. 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 112 Technical Information DCS codes ending in N are positive. Negative DCS codes end in I. The KG-S65G includes 105 positive and 105 negative codes. D462N D627N D023N D074N D165N D261N D356N D464N D631N D025N D114N D172N D263N D364N D465N D632N...
Page 113: 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 114 Technical Information Repeater Channels Name Receive Frequency Transmit Frequency Max Power RPT-15 462.5500 467.5500 High 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...
Page 115: Noaa Weather Channels
Technical Information Technical Information NOAA Weather Channels Ch. Frequency Ch. Frequency 162.4000 162.5000 162.4250 162.5250 162.4500 162.5500 162.4750...
Page 116: Optional Accessories
Optional Accessories Optional Accessories Shop Wouxun Accessories: www.buytwowayradios.com/accessories/by-radio-brand/wouxun-radio-accessories.html...
Page 117: 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 118 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-S65G-2408-V1.0...

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