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Page 1 Thank you for purchasing the Wouxun KG-915G 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 �� 10 FCC Licensing Information .................13 Getting Started �� 14 Feature Summary ..................14 What’s Included ...................16 Front Panel Guide ..................17 Right / Left Side Guide ................18 Display Guide ....................19 Dust and Water Protection ................20 Installing and Removing the Battery ............21 Charging the Battery ..................22 Antenna Information ..................24 Installing the Belt Clip .................24...
Page 3 Introducing GMRS and the KG-915G ............25 Power On/Off and Adjusting Volume ............26 Your First Transmit ..................26 Channel and Frequency Modes ..............28 Channels and Privacy Codes.................30 Using the Repeater Channels ...............31 Channel Scan ....................34 Priority Channel Scan ..................34 Scanning CTCSS / DCS Codes ..............35 Key Lock ......................36...
Page 4 Stopwatch Timer ..................46 Frequency Counter ..................46 Menu Functions �� 48 [01: SQUELCH] Squelch ................48 [02: TX-POWER] Output Power ..............48 [03: W/N] Bandwidth ..................49 [04: REPEATER] Repeater .................49 [05: WORK-MODE] Work Mode .............49 [06: BACKLIGHT] Backlight Timeout ............50 [07: STEP] Frequency Step ................50 [08: BAT-SAVE] Battery Saver..............51 [09: RX-CTCSS] Receive CTCSS Tone .............51 [10: RX-DCS] Receive DCS Code ..............52...
Page 5 [12: TX-DCS] Transmit DCS Code ............52 [13: CLR-STDBY] Standby Backlight Color ..........53 [14: CLR-RX] Receive Backlight Color ............53 [15: CLR-TX] Transmit Backlight Color .............54 [16: SCANMODE] Scan Mode ..............54 [17: SCAN-QT] Tone Scanning Compatibility Check .......55 [18: SCAN-ADD] Scan Add / Delete ............55 [19: PRI-SCAN] Priority Scan ..............55 [20: PRI-CH] Priority Channel ..............56 [21: TONESCAN] CTCSS/DCS Scanning ..........56...
Page 6 [26: TOA] Transmit Overtime Alarm ............58 [27: ROGER] Roger Beep ................59 [28: BEEP] Button Beeps ................59 [29: VOICE] Voice Guide ................60 [30: BUSYLOCK] Busy Channel Lockout ..........60 [31: DESCRAMB] Descrambler ..............60 [32: CH-NAME] Channel Name ..............61 [33: CH-FAV] Favorite Channel ..............61 [34: CH-ADD] Add Memory Channel ............62 [35: CH-DELETE] Delete Memory Channel ..........62 [36: SP-MUTE] Speaker Mute ..............62...
Page 7 [40: ID-DELAY] ID Delay .................65 [41: PTT-ID] Radio ID Setting ..............65 [42: RING] Ring Time ................66 [43: CALL-CODE] Select Call ID .............66 [44: STARTUP] Power On Message ............66 [45: ST-MSG] Custom Power On Message ..........67 [46: TIMER] Stopwatch Timer ..............67 [47: RPT-TONE] Squelch Tone ..............68 [48: AUTOLOCK] Auto Lock ..............68 [49: LOCKMODE] Lock Mode ..............68...
Page 8 [54: S2-LONG] Side Key S2 Long Press Assignment ........71 [55: VOLTAGE] Voltage ................71 [56: FM-RADIO] FM Radio ..............71 [57: BLUETOOTH] Bluetooth Audio ............72 [58: RESET] Factory Reset................72 Advanced Operation �� 73 Setting Non-Standard CTCSS or DCS ............73 Adding and Removing Channels ..............75 DTMF Encoding ..................79 Bluetooth Function ..................83 Troubleshooting ��...
Page 9 Default GMRS Channels and Frequencies ..........91 Optional Accessories �� 93 Limited Warranty �� 94...
Page 10: Safety Information
Safety Information Safety Information The KG-915G 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 11 Use of other accessories may exceed RF exposure guidelines. Notice ▪ These tips are important for safe operation of your KG-915G radio and its accessories. If the transceiver does not function normally, please get in touch with your dealer immediately.
Page 12 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 13: Fcc Licensing Information
DO NOT attempt to use the radio with a damaged antenna. FCC Licensing Information The Wouxun KG-915G is FCC Part 95E type accepted for use on the GMRS. The KG-915G 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 14: Getting Started
Getting Started Getting Started Feature Summary ▪ ▪ 30 GMRS Channels Standard and Non-Std CTCSS/DCS ▪ ▪ 8 Built-In GMRS Repeater Channels Split CTCSS/DCS Tone Support ▪ ▪ Up to 5 Watts Output Power CTCSS/DCS Tone Scan ▪ ▪ IP66 Waterproof Channel Scan ▪...
Page 15 Getting Started Getting Started ▪ Wide/Narrow Bandwidth Selectable ▪ Tune Specific Frequencies Directly (Frequency Mode) ▪ Incoming Caller ID Display ▪ English Voice Guide ▪ Descrambler ▪ Noise Reduction ▪ Frequency Counter ▪ DTMF Encode/Decode ▪ Full Backlit Keypad ▪ FM Radio ▪...
Page 16: What's Included
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 Transceiver AC Adapter Belt Clip...
Page 17: Front Panel Guide
Getting Started Getting Started Front Panel Guide Antenna Channel Knob Volume Knob 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 18: Right / Left Side Guide
Getting Started Right / Left Side Guide Earphone Jack Transmit/PTT Key Short Press: SCAN Long Press: FM-RADIO Short Press: WORK-MODE Long Press: MONITOR Note: Defaults are shown for S1 / S2. These buttons can be assigned different functions in the radio menu.
Page 19: Display Guide
Getting Started Getting Started Display Guide DT/QT Repeater Channel Descrambler Reverse Denoise Battery Save Bluetooth Audio Keypad Lockout Priority Scan Battery Voltage Current Channel Current Channel Number TX Power Status CTCSS/DCS RX/TX W/N Band...
Page 20: Dust And Water Protection
Getting Started Dust and Water Protection The KG-915G is waterproof to IP66 standards. It is dust resistant and rated to with- stand powerful jets of water projected by a nozzle (12.5 mm) against enclosure from any direction for a limited period. This radio is resistant to dust and water only while the battery is properly installed and locked in place with no gaps and the accessory port is completely sealed with the accessory port cover.
Page 21: Installing And Removing The Battery
Getting Started 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 22: Charging The Battery
Getting Started Charging the Battery The KG-915G features two charging options. It can be charged using the built-in USB-C charging port on the back of the 2600mAh battery pack or with an optional drop-in desktop charger (sold separately). Using the USB-C Charging Port on the Battery The KG-915G includes a 2600mAh lithium-ion battery pack with a built-in USB-C charging port.
Page 23 Getting Started Charging with the Desktop Charger The KG-915G can also be charged with the optional CHA-012 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 24: Antenna Information
Getting Started Antenna Information The KG-915G 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 25: Operation
10 years. The KG-915G 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 26: Power On/Off And Adjusting Volume
Your First Transmit Selecting a Channel When you power on your KG-915G for the first time, the display will likely show “GMRS-01” on the left side with “001” on the right side. GMRS-01 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 27 Transmitting on channels 8-14 is limited to a half watt of output power and is for use on Low power only. ▪ Transmitting on channels 15-22 is allowed at High power on the KG-915G. These channels are authorized for up to 50 watts of output power. ▪...
Page 28: 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-915G supports tuning frequencies via two methods: channel and frequency modes.
Page 29 This is the default mode and is the most convenient way to access commonly used frequencies. The KG-915G 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 30: Channels And Privacy Codes
Frequency modes. Channels and Privacy Codes The KG-915G 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 31: Using The Repeater Channels
Operation Operation Using the Repeater Channels The KG-915G 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 32 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-915G Repeater Channels RPT-15 through RPT-22 have the same receive frequency as channels GMRS-15 through GMRS-22.
Page 33 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-915G will trans- mit to the repeater input frequency when the PTT is pressed. The REPEATER menu...
Page 34: Channel Scan
Refer to the Scan Mode menu item (page 54) for more information on the types of scans available. The scan function can also be assigned to the programmable S1 or S2 side keys from the menu (pp. 69-71). Priority Channel Scan The KG-915G supports Priority Channel Scanning. With this feature a priority chan-...
Page 35: Scanning Ctcss / Dcs Codes
[SCAN-ADD] menu option (page 55). Scanning CTCSS / DCS Codes The KG-915G 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 36: Key Lock
When saving a tone, any existing tones will be overwritten. Key Lock The buttons on the KG-915G can be locked to prevent them from being accidentally pressed. When the Key Lock is enabled, all buttons except the [#LOCK] and PTT...
Page 37: Keypad Hotkeys
Operation Operation To activate the Key Lock, press and hold the [#LOCK] key for two seconds. The key icon will appear at the top of the display. The buttons are now disabled. To disable the Key Lock, press and hold the [#LOCK] key for two seconds. The key icon will disappear from the top of the display.
Page 38 Operation Hotkey Function/Menu Item Repeater menu function (page 49) MODE Work Mode menu function (page 49) BKLT Backlight menu function (page 50) STEP Frequency Step menu function (page 50) SAVE Battery Saver menu function (page 51) CTCSS Receive CTCSS Tone menu function (page 51) Note For instant access to any menu option while in the menu, simply enter the number of the menu option into the keypad.
Page 39: Keypad Function Keys
Operation Operation Keypad Function Keys The keypad includes 6 function keys to perform specific operations on the radio, from accessing and navigating the menu to the control of various functions. The chart below lists the keys and what they do. Function *SCAN Short Press: Reverse Frequency (page 42)
Page 40: Programmable Key Functions
Operation Programmable Key Functions The KG-915G has two programmable keys called [S1] and [S2] located on the left side of the radio below the PTT key. Each key can perform two different functions, one activated with a short press and one with a long press. These functions can be assigned to the [S1] and [S2] keys from the menu (pp.
Page 41 Operation Operation Default Key Function Description DENOISE Activate noise reduction function (page 69) FAVORITE Favorite Channels (page 43) S1 Long FM-RADIO Activate FM Radio (page 45) FREQ-CNT Activate Frequency Counter (page 46) S2 Long MONITOR Monitor channel (page 43) REVERSE Activate reverse frequency (page 42) S1 Short SCAN...
Page 42 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 43: Operation Monitor
[S2] key by default. Display Backlight The KG-915G 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 BACKLIGHT menu option (page 50). It can be assigned to the [S1] or [S2] buttons key using the menu (pp.
Page 44 This function sets the transmit power of a channel on the radio. The transmit power can be set for each individual channel. The KG-915G has two power options: 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 45: Fm Radio
Operation FM Radio The KG-915G features a commercial broadcast FM Radio. To access the FM Radio, it must first be assigned to the [S1] or [S2] key (pp. 69-71). It is assigned to a long press of the [S1] key by default. When active, the current FM radio frequency will ap- pear in the center of the display.
Page 46: Stopwatch Timer
Operation Stopwatch Timer The KG-915G has a built-in stopwatch timer. It can be enabled using the TIMER menu option (page 67). Once enabled, Press [#LOCK] on the radio to activate the timer. Press the [MENU] key to pause the timer. Press the [MENU] key again to resume.
Page 47 Operation Operation option and add it as a channel. The frequency counter feature can be activated by pressing the assigned function key after entering the menu. This function can be assigned to the [S1] or [S2] key using the menu (pp. 69-71).
Page 48: 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-915G will automati- cally adjust the power to the FCC limits.
Page 49: [03: W/N] Bandwidth
Function: Sets the offset frequency for a repeater channel. When this option is activated the KG-915G 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 50: [06: Backlight] Backlight Timeout
CH-NAME: Channel Mode. Displays the channel name (Example: GMRS-01) FREQ: Frequency Mode. Allows directly tuning any frequency in the wide receive range of the KG-915G. The radio transmits on GMRS frequencies only. CH-FREQ: Channel Mode. Displays the channel frequency (Example: 462.56250) CH-NUM: Channel Mode.
Page 51: [08: Bat-Save] Battery Saver
Menu Functions 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 52: [10: Rx-Dcs] Receive Dcs Code
Menu Functions [10: RX-DCS] Receive DCS Code Function: Sets the receiving DCS code for the selected channel. Short press the [#LOCK] key to choose DCS+ or DCS- codes. Use the arrow keys to select your preferred code or the [*SCAN] key to choose OFF and then MENU to confirm.
Page 53: [13: Clr-Stdby] Standby Backlight Color
Menu Functions Menu Functions [#LOCK] key to choose DCS+ or DCS- codes. Use the arrow keys to select your preferred code or the [*SCAN] key to choose OFF and then MENU to confirm. Options: OFF/105 DCS+ Codes/105 DCS- Codes Default: OFF [13: CLR-STDBY] Standby Backlight Color Function: Selects one of seven customizable backlight colors when the backlight is activated while the radio is in standby.
Page 54: [15: Clr-Tx] Transmit Backlight Color
Menu Functions [15: CLR-TX] Transmit Backlight Color Function: Selects one of seven customizable backlight colors when the backlight is activated while the radio transmits. Options: RED/BLUE/PURPLE/GREEN/YELLOW/CYAN/WHITE Default: RED [16: SCANMODE] Scan Mode Function: Scan mode settings. Note: Scan can be stopped by pressing any key on the radio.
Page 55: [17: Scan-Qt] Tone Scanning Compatibility Check
Menu Functions Menu Functions [17: SCAN-QT] Tone Scanning Compatibility Check Function: Determines if the incoming transmissions are filtered by CTCSS/DCS tones during scan mode. Options: ON/OFF Default: OFF [18: SCAN-ADD] Scan Add / Delete Function: Add or remove a channel to/from the list of channels to scan. Options: ADD/DEL Default: ADD [19: PRI-SCAN] Priority Scan...
Page 56: [20: Pri-Ch] Priority Channel
Menu Functions [20: PRI-CH] Priority Channel Function: Selects the priority channel. This is used during scanning when the Priority Scan (menu option 16) feature is enabled. To select a priority channel, use the [UP] and [DOWN] keys to select a channel number. Options: 400 channels Default: CH01 [21: TONESCAN] CTCSS/DCS Scanning...
Page 57: [22: Tonesave] Ctcss/Dcs Tone Save Options
Menu Functions Menu Functions [22: TONESAVE] 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. See page 35 for more information. Options: BOTH/RX/TX Default: TX BOTH: 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.
Page 58: [24: Vox-Dly] Vox Delay
Menu Functions [24: 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/1-5 (seconds) Default: 1S [25: 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 59: [27: Roger] Roger Beep
Menu Functions Menu Functions Timer expiring that the warning will begin. Options: OFF/1S-10S Default: 5S [27: 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 EOT: Sets the roger beep at the end of transmission BOTH: Sets the roger beep at the beginning and end of transmission [28: BEEP] Button Beeps...
Page 60: [29: Voice] Voice Guide
Menu Functions [29: VOICE] Voice Guide Function: Enable or disable voice prompts. Options: OFF/ON Default: ON [30: 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 [31: DESCRAMB] Descrambler...
Page 61: [32: Ch-Name] Channel Name
Menu Functions Menu Functions [32: 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 62: [34: Ch-Add] Add Memory Channel
Menu Functions Options: YES/NO Default: NO [34: CH-ADD] Add Memory Channel Function: Adds a channel to the memory channel list. Refer to the section Adding and Removing Channels (page 75) for details. Options: None Default: Current channel [35: CH-DELETE] Delete Memory Channel Function: Deletes a channel from the memory channel list.
Page 63: [37: Sidetone] Sidetone Setting
Menu Functions Menu Functions Default: QT QT: Only those signals with a CTCSS tone or DCS code matching the selected chan- 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).
Page 64: [38: Alert] Tone Alert
Menu Functions from the keypad will not be heard. DTMF+ANI: All tones transmitted will be heard from the speaker. [38: 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.
Page 65: [40: Id-Delay] Id Delay
Menu Functions Menu Functions Default: 101 [40: 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 66: [42: Ring] Ring Time
Menu Functions [42: 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 SP-MUTE setting is QT+DTMF or QT*DTMF. Options: OFF/1S-10S (seconds) Default: 5S [43: CALL-CODE] Select Call ID Function: Function: Sets Selective Group Call tones.
Page 67: [45: St-Msg] Custom Power On Message
Menu Functions Menu Functions MESSAGE: Customized Message VOLTAGE: Battery voltage [45: ST-MSG] Custom Power On Message Function: Allows you to customize the Power On Message. To edit the message, press [MENU] and choose the ST-MSG option. the current message will be in edit mode and the first character will flash to indicate it is currently being ed- ited.
Page 68: [47: Rpt-Tone] Squelch Tone
Menu Functions Default: OFF [47: RPT-TONE] Squelch Tone Function: Enables or disables the squelch tail sent to the receiving radio at the end of a transmission. Options: OFF/ON Default: ON [48: AUTOLOCK] Auto Lock Function: Automatically locks the keypad after a specified time. This can be set from 10 to 60 seconds, in 10 second increments.
Page 69: [50: Denoise] Noise Reduction
Menu Functions Menu Functions Default: KEY KEY: Locks the front keypad and [S1] and [S2] side keys. KEY+PTT: Locks the front keypad, [S1] and [S2] side 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] side keys, [PTT], and channel knob.
Page 70: [52: S1-Long] Side Key S1 Long Press Assignment
Menu Functions TOR/REVERSE/SCAN/TALK-A/TX-POWER/VOX/WORK-MODE Default: SCAN [52: S1-LONG] Side Key S1 Long Press Assignment Function: Assigns a function to a long press of the [PF1] side key. Options: OFF/BACKLIGHT/BLUETOOTH/CALL/CLR-STDBY/CLR-RX/ CLR-TX/DENOISE/FAVORITE/FM-RADIO/FREQ-CNT/MONI- TOR/REVERSE/SCAN/TALK-A/TX-POWER/VOX/WORK-MODE Default: FM-RADIO [53: S2-SHORT] Side Key S2 Short Press Assignment Function: Assigns a function to a short press of the [PF2] side key.
Page 71: [54: S2-Long] Side Key S2 Long Press Assignment
Menu Functions Menu Functions [54: S2-LONG] Side Key S2 Long Press Assignment Function: Assigns a function to a long press of the [PF2] side key. Options: OFF/BACKLIGHT/BLUETOOTH/CALL/CLR-STDBY/CLR-RX/ CLR-TX/DENOISE/FAVORITE/FM-RADIO/FREQ-CNT/MONI- TOR/REVERSE/SCAN/TALK-A/TX-POWER/VOX/WORK-MODE Default: MONITOR [55: VOLTAGE] Voltage Function: Displays the current battery voltage. Options: None Default: None [56: FM-RADIO] FM Radio...
Page 72: [57: Bluetooth] Bluetooth Audio
Menu Functions [57: BLUETOOTH] Bluetooth Audio Function: Enables connectivity with Bluetooth devices such as wireless headsets and earpieces. Refer to page 83 for more information about pairing the radio with a Bluetooth device. Options: ON/OFF Default: OFF [58: RESET] Factory Reset Function: Resets the transceiver to factory defaults.
Page 73: Advanced Operation
Advanced Operation Setting Non-Standard CTCSS or DCS How to Set Non-Standard CTCSS The KG-915G 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 74 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 [#LOCK] 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 75: Adding And Removing Channels
Advanced Operation Adding and Removing Channels The KG-915G 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 76 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 77 Advanced Operation Advanced Operation 4. Once the frequency is working as desired, save the new channel by pressing [MENU] + [3] + [4] 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 78 Advanced Operation How to Delete a Channel 1. Select the CH-DEL menu option by pressing [MENU] + [3] + [5], 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 79: Dtmf Encoding
Using the DTMF Keypad The KG-915G 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 80 Advanced Operation Sending a Radio ID The KG-915G 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 81 DTMF Tones on page 82) to send the pre-programmed radio ID that you are calling. Once a KG-915G 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...
Page 82 Up to 20 Call ID tones can be assigned using the programming software. Transmitting DTMF Tones The KG-915G provides a way to send pre-configured DTMF tones via a program- mable side key. First, assign the key to the CALL option (pp. 69-71). This is available as an option for the [S1] or [S2] key.
Page 83: Bluetooth Function
To send the tone, press the [S2] side key while transmitting. Bluetooth Function The KG-915G allows you to connect the radio to Bluetooth audio devices such as ear- pieces, headsets and speakers. How to Connect a Bluetooth Device...
Page 84 Advanced Operation When a Bluetooth device is connected to the radio, it will remain connected until the Bluetooth function is powered off. When the radio is powered off while a Bluetooth device is connected, it will automatically attempt to reconnect to the device the next time it is powered on.
Page 85: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Before assuming your KG-915G 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 86 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 87: Technical Information
Technical Information 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 -20°C~+40°C / -4°F~104°F Antenna Impedance 50Ω Power Supply 7.4VDC Weight 11.28oz / 320g Size...
Page 88 Technical Information Narrow Band Receiver Wide Band Narrow Band Transmitter Wide Band Adjacent Channel Modulation Mode 16K F3E 11K F3E ≤70dB ≤60dB Selectivity Adjacent Channel ≥70dB ≥60dB Inter-modulation ≤65dB ≤60dB Power ≤70dB ≤70dB Spurious ≤60dB ≤60dB Spurious Response +1~3dB +1~3dB +1-3dB +1-3dB Audio Response...
Page 89: Standard Ctcss And Dcs Tones
The following is a list of the standard CTCSS and DCS tones supported by the KG-915G. 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 90 Technical Information DCS codes ending in N are positive. Negative DCS codes end in I. The KG-915G includes 105 positive and 105 negative codes. D462N D627N D023N D074N D165N D261N D356N D464N D631N D025N D114N D172N D263N D364N D465N D632N...
Page 91 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 92 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-915G Maximum Power levels: L=0.5W / H=5W Note: Power levels are approximate.
Page 93: 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 94 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 95 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-915G-2505-V2...

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