Wouxun KG-Q10G User manual

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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
Operation����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 26

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Introducing GMRS and the KG-Q10G ......................................................26
Power On/O 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
Priority Channel Scan ..................................................................................39
Scan Groups .................................................................................................41
Scanning CTCSS / DCS Codes ..................................................................42
NOAA Weather Mode.................................................................................43
Key Lock ......................................................................................................46

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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
[06: TX-CTCSS] Transmit CTCSS Tone ...................................................61

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[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
[18: SEND-LOC] Send Location ...............................................................66
[19: CALL-GROUP] Select Call Group.....................................................67
[20: SCAN-ADD] Scan Add / Delete.........................................................67

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[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
[04: BATT-SAVER] Battery Saver ..............................................................72
[05: WX-ALERT] Weather Alert................................................................72
[06: WX-NOTIFY] Weather Alert Notication Setting ............................73

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[07: THEME] Display eme .....................................................................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
[18: BEEP] Button Beeps.............................................................................78
[19: PTT1-DEF] Push-To-Talk 1 Key Assignment ....................................79
[20: PTT2-DEF] Push-To-Talk 2 Key Assignment ....................................79

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[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
[29: AREA-MSG] Custom Area Message ..................................................84
[30: AUTOLOCK] Auto Lock ...................................................................84
[31: SIDETONE] Sidetone Setting ............................................................85
[32: RADIO-ID] Edit Radio ID .................................................................85
[33: PTT-ID] Radio ID Setting ..................................................................86
[34: ID-DELAY] ID-Delay ........................................................................86

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[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
Advanced Operation ������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 93
Adding and Removing Channels..................................................................93
Channel Wizard ...........................................................................................97

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GPS / Location Function ...........................................................................105
Setting Non-Standard CTCSS or DCS.....................................................110
DTMF Encoding .......................................................................................112
Remote Control..........................................................................................117
Troubleshooting ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 121
Technical Information �������������������������������������������������������������������������� 123
Specications ..............................................................................................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����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 131
Limited Warranty ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 132

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Safety InformationSafety InformationSafety InformationSafety Information
e 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.
⚠ Keep the transceiver and accessories out of the reach of children.
⚠ Do not disassemble the transceiver.
⚠ Only use the supplied battery pack and charger or genuine Wouxun branded
replacements purchased from an authorized dealer. Using improper batteries and
charging accessories can damage the transceiver.
⚠ e supplied antenna is tuned for the frequencies supported by this transceiver.
Using an aftermarket antenna can damage the transceiver.
⚠ Do not leave the transceiver exposed to direct sunlight or in overheated areas for an
extended period of time.
⚠ Keep the transceiver away from dusty or humid areas.

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Safety Information
⚠ e transceiver should be cleaned with mild detergents and a soft brush or cloth.
Avoid cleaning with aggressive chemicals.
⚠ NEVER transmit without a properly connected antenna.
⚠ If an abnormal odor or smoke is detected from the transceiver, power it o immedi-
ately, then remove the battery pack. Contact your dealer for further assistance.
⚠ Only the carry accessories supplied with this radio (such as the belt clip) should be
used. Use of other accessories may exceed RF exposure guidelines.
Notice
▪ ese 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.
▪ If you use components or accessories not produced by the
Wouxun Company, Wouxun will not guarantee the safety and
usability of the transceiver.

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Safety InformationSafety 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
is device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the follow-
ing two conditions:
(1) is device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) is device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
WARNING: MODIFICATION OF THIS DEVICE TO RECEIVE CELLULAR
RADIOTELEPHONE SERVICE SIGNALS IS PROHIBITED UNDER FCC
RULES AND US FEDERAL LAW.

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Safety Information
Radio Operation and EME Exposure
Use only an antenna designed for use with this radio and its operating frequencies. Un-
authorized modications or attachments may damage the radio and violate FCC rules.
DO NOT hold the antenna while the radio is in use.
DO NOT attempt to use the radio with a damaged antenna.
FCC Licensing Information
e Wouxun KG-Q10G is FCC Part 95E type accepted for use on the GMRS. e
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. To obtain an FCC
license for the GMRS, please go to the FCC’s web site and complete the online appli-
cation or request FCC Form 605.

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Getting StartedGetting StartedGetting StartedGetting Started
Feature Summary
▪ 30 GMRS Channels
▪ 8 Built-In GMRS Repeater Channels
▪ 40 Receive Only CB Channels
▪ 999 Memory Channels
▪ 7 NOAA Weather Channels
▪ 5 Weather Alert Notications
▪ GPS Location Data Display
▪ Up to 6 Watts Output Power
▪ IP67 Waterproof
▪ Frequency (VFO) Mode
▪ USB-C Charging Port
▪ Simultaneous Dual Channel Receive
▪ Full Color Dual Channel Display
▪ 10 Colorful eme Options
▪ 4 Customizable Display emes
▪ 4 Selectable Power Levels
▪ Wide/Narrow Bandwidth Selectable
▪ Standard and Non-Std CTCSS/DCS
▪ CTCSS/DCS Tone Scan
Channel Scan/Priority Scan
▪ Favorite Channels
▪ Channel Wizard
▪ Scan Group Support
▪ Group Call/All Call/Select Call
▪ Display Channel Name, Number, or
Frequency
▪ Custom Display Messages
▪ Incoming Caller ID Display

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Getting Started
▪ DTMF Encode/Decode
▪ Descrambler
▪ Receive (RX) Frequency Range:
26.965-27.405 MHz (CB, AM/FM)
76-108 MHz (FM)
108-136 MHz (Airband, AM)
136-174 MHz (FM)
222-225 MHz (FM)
320-480 MHz (FM)
714-999 MHz (FM)
▪ Transmit (TX) Frequency Range:
462.550-462.725MHz (GMRS
Channels 1-7 and 15-22)
467.550-467.725MHz (GMRS
Channels 8-14 & Repeater 23-30)
▪ English Voice Guide
▪ Superheterodyne Receiver
▪ Reverse Frequency
▪ Talkaround
▪ VOX
▪ Full Backlit Keypad
▪ Stopwatch Timer
▪ Clock Display
▪ Voltage Display
▪ Built-in Flashlight
▪ Remote Stun/Kill/Monitor/Inspect
▪ 2 Congurable Side Keys
▪ Congurable Top Key
▪ 2 Programmable PTT Keys
▪ PC Programming Software Support

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

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

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Getting StartedGetting Started
Right / Left Side Guide
Earphone Jack
PF2
Short Press: FAVORITE
Long Press: MONITOR
PTT2
Default: SECONDARY PTT
Note: Defaults are shown for Programmable and
PTT Keys. These buttons can be assigned to
different functions in the radio menu.
USB-C Charging Port
Top Key
Short Press: FLASHLIGHT
Long Press: LOC-MAP
PF1
Short Press: SCAN
Long Press: FM-RADIO
PTT1
Default: MAIN AREA PTT

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