Powerwerx GU-16 User manual
Powerwerx GU-16
UHF Two-Way Radio
Instruction Sheet
TURNING RADIO ON/OFF
Turn the top knob clockwise to turn radio ON. Turn this same knob counter-
clockwise to turn the radio OFF.
SPEAKER VOLUME ADJUSTMENT
Turn the top knob clockwise to adjust the radio volume higher. Turn this same
knob counter-clockwise to adjust the radio volume lower.
CHANNEL SELECTION
Turn the top mounted channel selector to the desired channel. Built-in voice will
announce the channel number as you rotate this knob.
PTT - PUSH TO TALK BUTTON
Press this key to transmit and release to listen.
HI / LOW POWER SELECTION
Press and hold PTT (transmit) button and then momentary press the top orange
button to select HI / LOW Power. 2 LED ashes is Hi power, 1 ash is low
power. Changing channels puts power selection back to the default.
MONITOR KEY
Press and hold the monitor key for 2 seconds to turn ON or OFF the radio
squelch feature.
VOX OPERATION
Press the top “Orange” button to turn ON/OFF VOX operation (this feature must
be dealer programmed to use).
The Powerwerx radio is warranted against failure due to defects in
workmanship or materials for 12 months from the date of purchase from
Powerwerx or an authorized Powerwerx dealer. The included radio
battery and battery charger are warranted against failure due to defects
in workmanship or materials for 6 months from the date of purchase
from Powerwerx or an authorized Powerwerx dealer. If purchased from
an authorized Powerwerx dealer the item must be returned with a copy
of the original sales receipt or proof of purchase. Warranty does not
include other accessories, antennas or knobs. Warranty does not cover
damage caused by abuse, accident, misuse, improper or abnormal
usage, failure to follow instructions, improper installation, alteration,
moisture, water, lightning, or other incidence of excessive voltage or
current. If failure occurs within this period, return the radio to Powerwerx
at your shipping expense with a full explanation, return address and
necessary proof of purchase. The device or accessory will be repaired
or replaced, at our option, without charge, and returned to you at our
shipping expense. Repaired or replaced items are warranted for the
remainder of the original warranty period. Powerwerx shall have no
liability or responsibility to customer or any other person or entity with
respect to any liability, loss, or damage.
GU-16 Manual Rev: 8/26
Powerwerx, Inc.
263 N Berry St
Brea, CA 92821
Phone: 714-674-0073
Fax: 714-674-4949
www.powerwerx.com
Getting Started
Congratulations on buying the model GU-16 Two-Way Radio. This
handheld radio offers many features that can be dealer programmed
depending on your requirements.
GC-16 HANDHELD FEATURES:
• 16 UHF Channels (pre-programmed)
• 121 Interference Tone Codes to lter out unwanted chatter
• Up to 16 hours of battery life
• Power Output: 4W High, 1W Low
• Channel Number Voice Announcement
• Includes drop in desk top rapid charger
• Frequency Range: 400-470 MHz
Powerwerx Limited Warranty Policy
BATTERY LEVEL (CAPACITY) DISPLAY
Turn the radio OFF. Wait 2 seconds, then turn radio ON.
• Green light ashes (4) times........Battery is full (80-100%)
• Green light ashes (3) times........Battery is medium (60-80%)
• Green light ashes (2) times........Battery is med/low (40-60%)
• Green light ashes (1) time.........Battery is low (20-40%)
• Red light ashes (4) times...........Battery empty (0-20%)
BATTERY CHARGER OPERATION
Flashing Red Light............Deep Battery Charging (3 1/2 hours)
Solid Red Light..................Reg. Battery Charging (1/2 to 3 hours)
Green Light........................Battery Fully Charged - ready to go
SUPPLIED IN THE BOX:
• FM Transceiver
• Extended life Li-ion battery pack (1700 mAh @ 7.4V)
• Stubby UHF Antenna
• Belt Clip & Handstrap
• Desktop Rapid Charger (charges in 1~3.5 hours)
PRE-PROGRAMMED CHANNELS
Your radio is pre-programmed with (16) UHF narrowband (2.5 KHz) channels.
Powerwerx/Wouxun radios operate on business radio frequencies that are
regulated by the FCC. In order to transmit on these frequencies, you are
required to have a license issued by the FCC. Visit: http://wireless.fcc.gov/
services/index.htm?job=service_home&id=industrial_business
Your dealer can also re-program your radio’s channels with different frequencies
and features as needed.
PRE-PROGRAMMED CHANNELS
Channel 1 464.550 MHz 67.0 Tone 1W Business Ch. CLS-1 (Narrow 2.5 KHz)
Channel 2 467.925 MHz 67.0 Tone 1W Business Ch. CLS-2 (Narrow 2.5 KHz)
Channel 3 467.850 MHz 67.0 Tone 1W Business Ch. CLS-3 (Narrow 2.5 KHz)
Channel 4 467.875 MHz 67.0 Tone 1W Business Ch. CLS-4 (Narrow 2.5 KHz)
Channel 5 469.5125 MHz 77.0 Tone 1W Business Ch. CLS-54 (Narrow 2.5 KHz)
Channel 6 466.3125 MHz 110.9 Tone 1W Business Ch. CLS-45 (Narrow 2.5 KHz)
Channel 7 466.3375 MHz 110.9 Tone 1W Business Ch. CLS-46 (Narrow 2.5 KHz)
Channel 8 466.3625 MHz 110.9 Tone 1W Business Ch. CLS-47 (Narrow 2.5 KHz)
Channel 9 467.7875 MHz 110.9 Tone 1W Business Ch. CLS-48 (Narrow 2.5 KHz
Channel 10 467.8375 MHz 110.9 Tone 1W Business Ch. CLS-49 (Narrow 2.5 KHz)
Channel 11 467.8625 MHz 110.9 Tone 1W Business Ch. CLS-50 (Narrow 2.5 KHz)
Channel 12 467.8875 MHz 110.9 Tone 1W Business Ch. CLS-51 (Narrow 2.5 KHz)
Channel 13 467.9125 MHz 110.9 Tone 1W Business Ch. CLS-52 (Narrow 2.5 KHz)
Channel 14 469.4875 MHz 110.9 Tone 1W Business Ch. CLS-53 (Narrow 2.5 KHz)
Channel 15 469.5375 MHz 110.9 Tone 1W Business Ch. CLS-55 (Narrow 2.5 KHz)
Channel 16 469.5625 MHz 110.9 Tone 1W Business Ch. CLS-56 (Narrow 2.5 KHz)
Channel Selector Power/Volume Switch
Receive Light
Transmit Light
Microphone
Antenna
PTT (Push to
Talk) Key
Monitor Key
Speaker
Radio Diagram
Getting Started (Continued)
Accessory
Jack
Aux Function
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES:
A wide variety of optional accessories are available for your GU-16.
Visit our website to learn more: www.powerwerx.com/gu16
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