BF-F8HP-PRO

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Thank you for purchasing the BF-F8HP PRO Amateur Radio. This dual-
band, dual-display, dual-watch radio offers easy operation and ensures
secure, instant, and reliable communications at peak efficiency. Please
read this manual carefully before use to achieve maximum performance
from your radio.

WARNING: Modifying this device to receive cellular

radiotelephone signals is prohibited by FCC rules and
federal law.

ATTENTION! When programming the radio, start by reading the

factory software data. Then, save this data with your frequencies
and other settings to a new code plug to avoid errors. Use the
programming cable and a PC to set the authorized frequency,
bandwidth, power, etc. Ensure your programming complies with
your FCC (or EU) license certification.

ATTENTION! Before using this product, read the RF Energy

Exposure and Product Safety Guide included with the radio. It
contains important safety instructions and information on RF energy
awareness and control to ensure compliance with applicable
standards and regulations.

FRS, GMRS, MURS, PMR446

Although you might want to use FRS, GMRS, MURS (in the USA), or
PMR446 (in Europe) frequencies, please be aware that restrictions
on these bands make it illegal to use this transceiver on them.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Regulations and Safety Warnings 4

Contents 8
Features and Functions 9
Battery Information 10
Installing/Removing Battery and Antenna 13
Radio Overview 15
Basic Operations 19
Advanced Features 26
Main Menu Functions 38
Appendix A — Troubleshooting Guide 41
Appendix B — Technical Specs 43
Appendix C — Shortcut Menu Operations 45
Appendix D — DCS Table 67
Appendix E — CTCSS Table 69

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 Regulations and Safety Warnings

FCC Regulatory Conformance

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device under Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits
aim to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates and can radiate radio
frequency energy, which, if not installed and used according to the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, the user can try to correct the
interference by:
• Reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna.
• Increasing the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connecting the equipment into an outlet on a different circuit than
the receiver is connected.
• Consulting the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
• Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.

WARNING: Modifying this device to receive cellular

radiotelephone signals is prohibited by FCC rules and
federal law.

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Compliance with RF Exposure Standards
The radio complies with the following RF energy exposure standards and
guidelines:
• United States Federal Communications Commission Code of
Federal Regulations; 47 CFR § 1.1307, 1.1310, and 2.1093
• American National Standards Institute (ANSI) / Institute of Electrical
and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.1:2005; Canada RSS102 Issue 5
March 2015
• Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.1:2005
Edition

RF Exposure Compliance and Control Guidelines and

Operating Instructions
To control your exposure and ensure compliance with the occupational/
controlled environmental exposure limits, always adhere to the following
procedures:

Guidelines
• Do not remove the RF Exposure Label from the device.
• User awareness instructions should accompany the device when
transferred to other users.
• Do not use this device if the operational requirements described
herein are not met.

Operating Instructions
• Transmit no more than the rated duty factor of 50% of the time.
To transmit (talk), press the Push-to-Talk (PTT) key. To receive
calls, release the PTT key. Transmitting 50% of the time or less is
important because the radio generates measurable RF energy only
when transmitting.
• Keep the radio unit at least 2.5 cm away from the face. The antenna
should be kept away from the face and eyes.
• When worn on the body, always place the radio in an approved
holder, holster, case, or body harness, or use the correct clip for this

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 product. Use of non-approved accessories may result in exposure
levels that exceed the FCC’s occupational/controlled environmental
RF exposure limits.
• Use of non-approved antennas, batteries, and accessories may
cause the radio to exceed the FCC RF exposure guidelines.

Precautions for Portable Two-Way Radios

Operating Prohibitions
To prevent property loss, injury, or death, follow these safety instructions:
— Do not use the product in areas with fuels, chemicals, explosive
environment, or other flammable materials. Only use an approved
Ex-protection model in such locations. Do not assemble or
disassemble it.
— Do not use the product near or in blasting areas.
— Do not use the product near medical or electronic equipment
sensitive to RF signals.
— Do not hold the product while driving.
— Do not use the product in areas where wireless communication
equipment is prohibited.

Important Tips
To use the product effectively, follow these guidelines:
— Do not use unauthorized or damaged accessories.
— Keep the product at least 2.5 centimeters away from your body
during transmission.
— Do not use the product at high volume for extended periods.
— In vehicles with airbags, do not place the product over or near the
airbag deployment area.
— Keep the product and its accessories out of reach of children
and pets.
— Operate the product within the specified temperature range.
— Continuous transmission may cause the product to heat up. Let it
cool in a proper location.
— Handle the product with care.
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 — Do not disassemble, modify, or repair the product or its accessories
without authorization.

Precautions for Batteries

Charging Prohibitions
To prevent property loss, injury, or death, follow these safety instructions:
— Do not charge or replace the battery in areas with fuels, chemicals,
explosive atmospheres, or other flammable materials.
— Do not charge a wet battery. Dry it with a soft, clean cloth before
charging.
— Do not charge a deformed, leaking, or overheated battery.
— Do not use an unauthorized charger.
— Do not charge the battery in areas with strong radiation.
— Do not overcharge the battery, as it may shorten its life.

Maintenance Instructions
To ensure normal operation and prolong battery life:
— Clean the charging connector regularly with a clean, dry cloth.
— Charge the battery at temperatures between 5° and 40° to avoid
reducing battery life or causing leakage.
— Turn off the product before charging the attached battery to ensure
a full charge.
— Do not remove the battery or unplug the power cord during
charging.
— Do not dispose of the battery in fire.
— Do not expose the battery to direct sunlight for long periods or
place it near heat sources.
— Do not squeeze, puncture, or remove the battery housing.

Transportation Instructions
— Do not transport damaged batteries.
— To avoid short circuits, separate batteries from metal parts or each
other if transporting multiple batteries in one package.

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 — Turn off and secure the radio against accidental activation if the
battery is attached.

Declare the shipment contents in the shipping documents and use a

Battery Shipping Label on the packaging. Contact your hauler for local
regulations and further information.

Contents

The box contains the following items:

• Radio body
• Lithium-Ion battery pack
• Belt Clip
• 2 Antennas:
V85 Antenna — preferred 144/440MHz antenna
V21 Flex Antenna — preferred wideband receiver antenna
• Desk charger (with wall adapter)
• Earpiece Kit
• Wrist Belt
• Instruction Manual

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 Features and Functions
— 1.77” TFT Large Screen — Storage: Up to 10 zones and
— Multiple Scan Functions: 1000 named memory channels.
Includes VFO scan range — Alarm Function
setting and three scan methods: — Power Options: Selectable
channel scan, CTC/DCS scan, high, medium, or low transmit
and the ability to add or remove power.
channels from the scan list. — Programmable Display
— Multiband Scanning Receiver: Illumination: Adjustable via
Covers 108-136, 136-174, 220- keypad.
260, 350-390, 400-520 MHz — Function Beep on the Keyboard
— Built-in Input Method: Allows — Dual Watch/Dual Reception:
easy editing of channel names. Single watch mode option well.
— NOAA Weather Radio: — Programmable Repeater
Receives weather radio channels Offset
in the United States and Canada. — Battery Saving Function
— Selectable Frequency Steps: — Transmission Time-Out Timer
Choose from 2.5K, 5.0K, 6.25K, — Busy Channel Lock Out
10.0K, 12.5K, 20.0K, 25.0K, and — Squelch Adjustment: Ten
50.0K. levels of squelch adjustment.
— Convenient Charging: Features — End of Transmission Tone
Type-C direct charging and (“Roger Beep”)
charging dock — Dual Independent Zone
— Tri-Band Handheld Transceiver Monitoring
— DTMF Encoder and Manual Dial — Built-in Stopwatch function
— High-Capacity Lithium-Ion — One Touch Search
Battery Frequency/Frequency Clone
— Broadcast FM Radio — ‘K1’ 2-Pin Kenwood
Receiver: Covers 65-75MHz Accessory Jack
and 78-108 MHz — PC Programmable
— 50 CTCSS Tones and 105 — GPS Positioning Function:
DCS Code Defaults: Allows For location sharing
custom CTCSS tone entry. and requesting location
— VOX (Voice-Activated Transmit) information.

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 Battery Information

Charging the Battery Pack

The Li-ion battery pack is not charged at the factory, so please charge
it before use. Charging the battery for the first time or after extended
storage (over 2 months) may not bring it to its full capacity. Fully charge
and discharge the battery two or three times to achieve the best
performance. If the battery life decreases significantly, replace the
battery pack.

Charger Supplied
Use only the charger provided by BTECH. Other chargers may cause
explosions or injury. If the radio displays a low battery warning with a red
flashing light or voice prompt, charge the battery.

Use Caution with the Li-ion Battery

• Do not short the battery terminals or throw the battery into a fire.
• Do not remove the casing from the battery pack.
• Charge the battery at temperatures between 5°C – 40°C (40°F – 105°).
Charging outside this range may not fully charge the battery.
• Turn off the radio before inserting it into the charger to ensure
proper charging.
• Do not cut off the power or remove the battery during charging
until the green light is on.
• Do not recharge a fully charged battery to avoid shortening its life
or causing damage.
• Do not charge a damp battery; dry it before charging.

Keep the battery terminals away from metal objects like keys
or chains, as they can short circuit the battery, causing heat
and potential injury. Use an insulated container to carry the
battery.

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How to Charge
1. Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet and connect the cable to
the DC jack on the back of the charger. The indicator light will blink
orange, indicating it is ready to charge.
2. Insert the battery or the radio into the charger, ensuring good
contact with the charging terminals. The indicator light will turn red
to indicate charging.
3. It takes approximately 2–5 hours to fully charge the battery. When
the lamp turns green, charging is complete. Remove the battery or
radio from the charger.

If the radio is on during charging, the lamp will not turn green
to show the fully charged status. The radio must be off for the
charger to indicate correct battery status.

LED Indicator

Red LED Green LED Status

Standby (charger empty)

Flashing Steady
Error (charger with radio)

Steady Off Charging

Off Steady Charging Complete

The charger and battery have matching notches so you can charge
the battery on its own, which is practical if you have two batteries.
This way, you can charge one battery while still using your radio.
The radio should be turned off during the charge cycle.

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 Using the Type-C Charger
The Type-C charger is a handy port that allows you to conveniently
charge your Li-on battery pack.
• Turn off the radio.
• Plug the Type-C cable into the Type-C charging port on the battery.
Connect the other end to a compatible USB-C outlet.
• An empty battery will fully charge in about 6 hours.
• The battery meter on the LCD will indicate charging.

Battery Maintenance
• Charge the battery for at least 4–5 hours before first use.
• Use only approved batteries.
• Do not disassemble the battery pack.
• Do not expose batteries to fire or intense heat.
• Dispose of batteries according to local recycling regulations. Do not
throw them in the trash.

Prolonging the life of your battery

• Charge batteries at normal room temperatures.
• Turn off the radio while charging for faster results.
• Do not unplug the charger or remove the battery/radio before
charging is complete.
• Never charge a wet battery.
• Replace the battery if you notice a significantly shorter operating
time.
• Battery performance decreases in cold temperatures. Keep a spare
battery warm in cold environments.
• Clean battery contacts with a clean cloth if necessary.

If your battery gets wet, remove it from the radio, dry it with a
towel, and place it in a plastic bag with dry rice overnight to
absorb moisture. This method works for minor splashes but
may not save a soaked radio.
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How to Store the Battery
• Store the battery at 80% discharge.
• Keep it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Cycle the battery every six months to avoid severe capacity
degradation.

— Do not short circuit the battery terminals.

— Do not remove the battery casing.
— Store the battery in safe surroundings to avoid short
circuits and explosions.
— Do not expose the battery to heat or fire.

Installing/Removing Battery and Antenna

Installing the Battery Pack

1. Turn off the radio by turning the power/volume
knob counterclockwise until it clicks off.
2. Align the battery parallel with the radio body,
with the lower edge of the battery about
1 to 2 cm below the edge of the radio.
3. Slide the battery upward along the guide rails
until you hear a click, indicating it is locked in place.

Removing the Battery Pack from Radio

1. Ensure the radio is turned off.
2. Press the battery release button above the
battery pack.
3. Slide the battery downward to remove it.

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 Installing the Antenna
1. Align the Male SMA connector on the transceiver
with the Female SMA connector on the antenna.
2. Turn the antenna clockwise until it is securely
attached.

Removing the Antenna

1. Turn the antenna counterclockwise until it is
detached from the transceiver.

Note: Two antennas are included for optional use.

Installing / Removing the Belt Clip

1. Remove the two parallel screws located
above the battery on the back of the radio.
2. Thread the screws through the holes on the
belt clip.
3. Screw the belt clip back onto the radio body.

Installing Additional Speaker/Microphone (Optional)

1. Pry open the rubber MIC-Headset jack cover.
2. Insert the Speaker/Microphone plug into the double jack.

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 Radio Overview

1. Power / Volume knob 11. Accessory jack

2. SK1 key – FM radios/Emergency key 12. or  navigation keys
3. PTT key 13. Exit key
4. SK2- Customizable key (Monitor key) 14. Antenna Input
5. Color LCD 15. GPS antenna
6. V/M-VFO/MR key 16. Battery release latch
7. LED Status Indicator 17. Type-C charge port
8. MIC Input 18. Type-C charge indicator
9. A/B key 19. Speaker
10. Menu key 20. Keypad

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 Status Indications
The LED (#7 on Radio Overview) will help you to identify the current
radio status.

LED Indication Meaning

Constant Green Receiving Signal

Constant Red Transmitting signal

Monitor mode/Scanning
Flashes Green
Receiving

LCD Icon Summary

Battery Level Indicator: Shows battery status.

DTMF Side Tone: Make sure you can hear the DTMF
side tone from the radio speaker, set it to DT-ST, ANI-ST,
or DT+ANI.

Dual Watch Enabled: Indicates dual watch mode.

VOX Enabled: Voice-activated transmit is on.

Bluetooth Function: Bluetooth Function activated.

GPS Enabled: GPS function is on.

Keypad Lock Enabled: Keypad is locked.

Zone: Shows the current zone selected.

VFO Mode: Indicates manual frequency input mode.

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 A Display: Upper section displays and emission level.

B Display: Lower section displays and emission level.

Squelch Indicator: Squelch open/close indicator.

Transmit Power (High): High transmission power.

Transmit Power (Medium): Medium transmission power.

Transmit Power (Low): Low transmission power.

DCS Enabled: DCS tones active.

CTCSS Enabled: CTCSS tones active.

Repeater Access (High): TX shifted higher in frequency

than RX (VFO Mode).

Repeater Access (Low): TX shifted lower in frequency

than RX (VFO Mode).

Reverse Function: Frequency reversal enabled.

Talkaround Enabled: Transmission frequency equals

receive frequency.

Confidential Call: Confidential calling feature activated.

Narrowband Enabled: Narrowband mode active.

Main keypad controls

V/M Mode Key

Switches between Frequency (VFO) Mode and Memory (MR) Mode. Press
and hold to enter the SEARCH (Quick Channel Clone) function.
A/B Selection Key
Switches between A (upper) and B (lower) displays. Press and hold to
toggle GPS on/off.
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 Menu Key
Activates the menu, selects options, and confirms parameters. Press and
hold to quickly enter GPS mode
 Up Key
Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to move the channel and
frequency upwards rapidly. In SCAN mode, press to move the scanning
upwards.
 Down Key
Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to move the channel and
frequency downwards rapidly. In SCAN mode, press to move the
scanning downwards.
Exit Key
Press to exit the menu and functions. Press and hold to quickly turn the
stopwatch function on or off.
Numeric Keypad
Use these keys to input information or make selections on the radio.
Key
When there is a frequency difference between reception and
transmission, press the key to activate the frequency reversal and
talkaround functions. The BF-F8HP PRO features a keypad lock that
locks out all keys except for the three side keys. To enable or disable the
keypad lock, press and hold the key for about two seconds.
Key
When listening to broadcast FM, a brief press will start scanning.
Scanning will stop as soon as an active station is found, regardless of
the scanner resume method. To enable the scanner, press and hold the
key for about two seconds. A short press of the key will open the
DTMF sequence menu, where you can manually enter a DTMF string
and transmit it using the PTT. This option is only active if Menu > Radio
Setting > DTMF Typing is enabled.
[0] Key
Press and hold this key to activate the NOAA weather forecast reception
function.
[1] Key
Press and hold this key to display the BF-F8HP PRO’s current battery voltage.
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[2] Key
Press and hold this key to change the BF-F8HP PRO’s MR Display Mode
(Name, Frequency, Channel Number).
[3] Key
Press and hold this key to change the BF-F8HP PRO’s transmit power
level (low, medium, high).

Basic Operations

Power On/Off the Radio

Turning the Unit On

To turn the unit on, rotate the Volume/Power knob clockwise until you
hear a "click." If the radio powers on correctly, you will hear a double
beep after about one second, and the display will show a message or
flash the LCD, depending on the settings, for about one second. Then it
will display a frequency or channel. If the voice prompt is enabled, it will
announce "frequency mode" or "channel mode."
Turning the Unit Off
To turn the unit off, rotate the Volume/Power knob counterclockwise all
the way until you hear a "click." The unit is now off.

Adjusting the volume

Increasing Volume
Turn the Volume/Power knob clockwise.
Decreasing Volume
Turn the Volume/Power knob counterclockwise. Be careful not to turn it
too far, as you may inadvertently turn the radio off.

Using the monitor function, enabled from the VOX/Monitor key below
the PTT, you can easily adjust the volume by adjusting it to the un-
squelched static.

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 Main Band/Sub Band Switch
In standby mode, press the A/B key to switch between the main
frequency band and the sub frequency bands. The highlighted frequency
band is the main band, and the dimmed frequency band is the sub band.

VFO/Channel Switch
Press the V/M key to switch between VFO and channel display.
• In channel mode (MR), the channel number will be displayed.
• In frequency mode (VFO), the will be displayed.

Frequency (VFO) mode

In Frequency (VFO) mode, you can navigate up and down the band
using the  or  keys. Each press will change the frequency according
to the set frequency step. You can also input frequencies directly on the
numeric keypad with kilohertz accuracy.

Example (using a 12.5 kHz frequency step) Entering the frequency

436.61250 MHz on display A:
1. In standby mode, press the V/M key to switch to Frequency (VFO
mode.
2. Enter [4][3][6][6][1][2][5][0] on the numeric keypad.

WARNING: Just because you can program a channel

does not mean you're authorized to use that frequency.
Transmitting on unauthorized frequencies is illegal. However,
it is generally legal to listen. Check with your local regulatory
body for applicable laws and regulations.

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Channel (MR) mode and Channel selection
The radio has two modes: Frequency (VFO) mode and Channel (MR)
mode. Channel (MR) mode is more practical for everyday use, while
Frequency (VFO) mode is useful for field experimentation and on the fly
monitoring.

In Channel (MR) mode, you can navigate up and down the channels
using the  or keys. To switch between VFO and Channel mode, press
the V/M key.
• Operation 1: Press the  or  navigation key to select the channel.
• Operation 2: Input the channel numbers on the keypad. For
example, to switch to channel 12, input [0][1][2].

If the voice prompt function is enabled, the corresponding channel will

be announced by voice.

Selecting a ZONE
A zone is a group of channels with similar properties. The radio supports
up to 10 zones, with a maximum of 100 channels per zone.

Select Zone
Press the Menu key and go to Menu > ZONE.
Use the  or  navigation key to select a zone, and then press the
Menu key to switch to the selected zone.

Add Zone
1. Press the Menu key to enter the main menu.
2. Select "Zone."
3. Select "Add Zone."
4. Input the zone name using the keypad, press the Delete key to
correct mistakes. After editing, press the Menu key to confirm
and store.

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 Delete Zone
• Press the Menu key to enter the main menu.
• Select "Zone."
• Select "Delete Zone."
• Use the  or  navigation key to select a zone and press the
Menu key to delete the current zone.

Making a Call
Press the A/B key to switch the main channel if two channels are
displayed. In standby mode, press the [V/M] key to switch between
frequency (VFO) mode and channel (MR) mode.

• Channel Mode Call: Select a channel, hold down the PTT key to
initiate a call, and speak into the microphone with a normal tone.
The red LED will be on while making a call.
• Frequency Mode Call: Press the V/M key to switch to frequency
mode, input the working frequency within the allowable range, and
press and hold the PTT key to transmit. Speak into the microphone
with a normal tone. The red LED will be on while making a call.
• Receiving a Call: Release the PTT key to allow active receiving. The
green LED will be on while receiving a call.

To ensure the best reception volume, keep the microphone 2.5 cm to 5

cm away from your mouth during transmission.

Emergency Alert
The Emergency Alert feature signals your group members for help. To
activate it, press and hold the SK1 key for 3 seconds. The radio will
emit a loud siren sound, and the flashlight will flash. Press the SK1 key
again to exit the emergency alert function. Press the SK1 (FM radios/
Emergency) key to exit the emergency alert function.

WARNING: Use the Emergency Alert feature only in actual emergencies.

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FM Radio (FM)
The frequency range for listening to the radio is 65-108 MHz. When
listening to broadcast FM, press the key to switch between the 65-75
MHz and 76-108 MHz bands.
1. In frequency or channel mode, press the SK1 key to turn
on the radio.
2. Select the desired radio frequency with the  or  keys or input
the frequency. Press the key to automatically search for a
radio station.
3. Press the SK1 key to exit FM radio.

While listening to the radio, the frequency or channel of the A/B

receiving signal will automatically switch to frequency or channel mode
for normal transmitting and receiving. When the signal disappears, the
radio will switch back to FM radio mode.

Monitor
In standby mode, press and hold the SK2 key to enter Monitor mode.
This function allows you to monitor weak signals. Release the SK2 key to
turn off the monitor mode and it will return to standby mode.

If no signal is present, pressing the SK2 key will emit noise.

Keypad lock
The radio features a keypad lock that locks out all keys except for the
three side keys. To enable or disable the keypad lock, press and hold the
key for about two seconds. You can also set the radio to automatically
lock the keypad after ten seconds via the menu.

Frequency reversal and talkaround

When there is a frequency difference between the receiving frequency
and the transmitting frequency, the radio operates in relay mode. A
short press of the key enables the reverse function. To listen to the

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 repeater's input frequency, press the key momentarily to reverse the
transmit and receive frequencies. The channel attribute bar will display
this change. Press the key again to switch to talkaround mode,
where the receiving frequency equals the transmitting frequency. The
channel attribute bar will display this mode .

TX Repeaters Tone Burst

Press the PTT + SK2 key to send a repeater tone burst (Select the tone
burst via: Menu > Radio Setting > Tone Burst). This function is useful for
communications through repeaters. You can send a tone burst without
unlocking your radio if the keypad lock is enabled. You should first check
to see if the Tone Burst is required to access the repeater before using.

One Touch Frequency Search

• The radio will act as a receiver. Press and hold the V/M key; the
screen will display
"SEARCH SEARCH..."
• If the transmitter continues to
transmit and the unit receives
an effective frequency (the
strongest and most stable
signal), the received frequency
will be displayed. If there is a
CTCSS or DCS code, it will be displayed; if not, "NONE" will be
displayed.
• You can press the key to save the search frequency and CTCSS
or DCS code to a channel.

During frequency search, press the [#] key on the radio to switch
between UHF and VHF bands.

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Weather Radio/Scan Weather Channel
Your radio has a NOAA Weather Radio function to receive weather
reports and a NOAA Weather Scan function to scan all 10 NOAA
Weather Radio channels.
1. To turn on NOAA Weather Scan, press and hold the [0] key for 3
seconds. The icon will appear, and the radio will enter Weather
band mode.
2. Press and hold the key for 3 seconds to start scanning all 10
channels. The scan will stop on active channels. Press and hold the
key for 3 seconds during scanning to stop the scan.
3. After stopping the scan, manually select a weather channel by
pressing the or  key.
4. To exit Weather Radio broadcast mode, press the key or
PTT key

Weather Channel Frequencies and Numbers

Channel RX Frequency Channel RX Frequency

Number MHz Number MHz

CH-01 162.550 CH-06 162.500

CH-02 162.400 CH-07 162.525

CH-03 162.475 CH-08 161.650

CH-04 162.425 CH-09 161.775

CH-05 162.450 CH-10 163.275

Weather Channels Wx 1 through 10 are receive-only channels for

NOAA and Canadian weather broadcasts. You cannot transmit on
these channels.

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 Stopwatch timer
In standby mode, press and hold the key to display
the stopwatch. To start counting, press the MENU key.
Press the MENU key again to restart counting.
To exit the function, stop the counting first, then press
the EXIT key.

Advanced Features

Scanner
The radio features a built-in scanner for VHF and UHF bands. In
Frequency (VFO) mode, it scans in steps according to your set frequency
step. In Channel (MR) mode, it scans your channels.

To enable the scanner, press and hold the key for about two seconds.
You can change the scanning direction with the  or  keys. Press and
hold the key again to exit scanning mode.

Frequency Range Scanning

In frequency mode, you can set the frequency sweep range precisely by
inputting the start and end values of the sweep frequency through the
keyboard. For VFO frequency range settings, set Menu > Scan > Freq Range.

• Enter 144146 to scan in the range of 144.000-146.000 MHz

• Enter 430440 to scan in the range of 430.000-440.000 MHz

Scan modes
The scanner can operate in three modes: Time, Carrier, or Search.
Time Operation (TO)
The scanner stops when it detects a signal and resumes scanning
after a preset timeout.
Carrier Operation (CO)
The scanner stops when it detects a signal and resumes scanning
after the signal disappears.

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 Search Operation (SE)
The scanner stops when it detects a signal. To resume scanning,
press and hold the key again.

For scan mode settings, set Menu > Scan > Scan Mode.

Scan Sub-Code
To search for a CTCSS or DCS code (An active receiving signal must be
present to work):

CTCSS Code
1. In VFO mode, enter a known frequency, such as 144.525.
2. Press the key to enter Menu > Scan > Scan SubCode.
3. Select CTCSS using the  or  keys.
4. Press the key to enter the CTCSS code scanning mode. The
scanner will stop on a valid CTCSS code, and the speaker will
turn on.
5. Press the key to store the scanned CTCSS code and exit the
scan. The icon will be displayed on the top line of the screen.
Press and hold the PTT key to make a callback.
DCS Code
1. In VFO mode, enter a known frequency, such as 144.525.
2. Press the key to enter Menu > Scan > Scan Sub-Code.
3. Select DCS using the  or  keys.
4. Press the key to enter the DCS code scanning mode. The
scanner will stop on a valid DCS code, and the speaker will turn on.
5. Press the key to store the scanned DCS code and exit the scan.
The icon will be displayed on the top line of the screen. Press
and hold the PTT key to make a callback.

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 Sub-Code scan storage
In MR or VFO mode, the scanned CTCSS/DCS code can be stored as
only TX, only RX, or both TX and RX codes, replacing the current channel
or frequency mode's settings.

To save the settings of the scanned CTCSS/DCS code:

1. Press the key to enter Menu > Scan > Scan Memory.
2. Enter the Scan Memory setting and use the  or  keys to select:
All: Stores the scanned code as both RX and TX codes.
Receive: Stores the scanned code as the RX code only.
Transmit: Stores the scanned code as the TX code only.
3. Press the key to save the settings and return to the previous menu.

This feature is used with the Scan Sub-code function detailed above.

Dual Watch / Single Watch

In certain situations, being able to monitor two channels at once can be
very useful. This can be achieved in two ways:
Dual Watch
One receiver rapidly checks between two frequencies.
Dual Receive (Dual VFO)
A radio equipped with two receivers monitors two frequencies
simultaneously.

Your radio supports Dual Watch functionality with a single receiver,

allowing you to lock the transmit frequency to one of the two monitored
channels. To enable or disable Dual Watch mode:
1. Press the key to enter the main menu.
2. Enter [3] on the numeric keypad to go to Radio Settings.
3. Press the key to confirm and enter [14] on the numeric keypad
to access Dual Watch.
4. Press the key to select.

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 5. Use the  or  keys to turn Dual Watch on or off.
6. Press the key to confirm.
7. Press to return to the previous menu.

When Dual Watch is enabled, the icon will be displayed on the top line
of the screen. To disable Dual Watch, repeat the above steps and select
"Off." The icon will disappear.

Enabling or Disabling Single Watch Mode

The Single Watch menu option (15) only appears if Dual Watch is
disabled.

Disable Dual Watch Mode

1. Press the key to enter the main menu.
2. Enter [3] on the numeric keypad to go to Radio Settings.
3. Press the key to confirm and enter 14 on the numeric keypad to
access Dual Watch.
4. Press the key to select.
5. Use the  or  keys to turn Dual Watch off.
6. Press the key to confirm.
7. Press to return to the previous menu.

Enable Single Watch Mode

1. Press the key to enter the main menu.
2. Enter [3] on the numeric keypad to go to Radio Settings.
3. Press the key to confirm and enter 15 on the numeric keypad to
access Single Watch.
4. Press the key to select.
5. Use the  or  keys to turn Single Watch on or off.
6. Press the key to confirm.
7. Press to return to the previous menu.

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 Using Single Watch Mode
When Single Watch mode is enabled, the radio will use the full screen to
display all relevant information for a single channel, including: Channel
Name, Zone, Frequency

This provides a clear and comprehensive view of your selected channel,

making it easier to monitor and manage your communications.

Manual Programming (Channels Memory)

Memory channels store commonly used frequencies for easy retrieval.
The radio supports up to 10 zones with a maximum of 100 channels per
zone. Each channel can store receive and transmit frequencies, transmit
power, group signaling information, bandwidth, ANI/PTT-ID settings, and
a twelve-character alphanumeric identifier or channel name.

Frequency Mode vs. Channel Mode

In standby mode, press the V/M key to switch between Frequency
(VFO) mode and Channel (MR) mode. These two modes serve different
purposes and can often be confused.
Frequency Mode (VFO)
This mode is used for temporary frequency assignments, such as
testing frequencies or quick field programming when permitted. It
allows for more flexibility in setting and adjusting frequencies
on the fly.
Channel Mode (MR)
This mode is used for selecting preprogrammed channels. It is ideal
for regular use, as it provides quick and easy access to commonly
used channels that have been saved in the radio's memory.

By understanding the distinct functions of each mode, you can effectively

utilize your radio for various communication needs.

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Ex 1. Programming a Channel Repeater Offset with CTCSS Tone
from VFO Mode (Using Offset Menu)

New memory in Channel 10:

RX = 432.55000 MHz
TX = 437.55000 MHz (This is a (+ 5) Offset)
TX CTCSS tone 123.0

1. Press the key to switch between menus.

2. Press V/M key to set the radio to VFO mode, and the VFO icon is
displayed.
3. Enter RX frequency (Ex. 43255000)
Enter RX frequency (Ex. 432.55000)
4. [5] [1] [5] [1] [0]
Deletes Prior Data in channel (Ex. 10)
5. [5] [4] 123.0
Selects desired RX encode tone (Ex 123 CTCSS)
6. [5] [6] 123.0
Selects desired TX encode tone (Ex 123 CTCSS)
7. [5] [1] [2] [0] [0] [5] [0] [0]
Enter the Offset frequency (Ex. 5.00MHz)
8. [6] [1][3] [Plus]
Select the Offset direction (Ex. plus Offset)
9. [6] [1][4] [1][0]
Enter the same channel (Ex 10)
-->>
Channel has been added
10.Press V/M key to return to the MR mode and the channel number
will reappear.

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 Ex 2. Programming a Channel Repeater Offset with CTCSS Tone
from MR Mode (Using Direct Frequency Entry)

New memory in Channel 10:

RX = 432.55000 MHz
TX = 437.55000 MHz (This is a (+ 5) Offset)
TX CTCSS tone 123.0

1. Press the key to switch between menus.

2. Press V/M key to set the radio to MR mode, and the VFO icon
is not displayed.
3. Enter RX frequency (Ex. 43255000)
Enter RX frequency (Ex. 43255000)
4. [5] [1][7] [1][0]
Deletes Prior Data in channel (Ex. 10)
5. [5] [6] 123.0
Selects desired RX encode tone (Ex 123 CTCSS)
6. [5] [8] 123.0
Selects desired TX encode tone (Ex 123 CTCSS)
7. [5] [2] 43255000
Enter RX frequency (Ex. 432.55000)
8. [5] [3] 43755000
Enter TX frequency (Ex. 437.55000)
9. [6] [1][6] [1][0]
Enter the same channel (Ex 10)
-->>
Channel has been added
10.Return to the MR mode and the channel number will reappear.

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Ex 3. Programming a Simplex Channel with CTCSS Tone from
VFO Mode

New memory in Channel 10:

RX/TX = 432.55000 MHz
TX CTCSS tone 123.0

1. Press the key to switch between menus.

2. Press V/M key to set the radio to VFO mode, and the VFO icon is
displayed.
3. Enter RX frequency (Ex. 43255000)
Enter RX frequency (Ex. 432.55000)
4. [5] [1][5] [1][0]
Deletes Prior Data in channel (Ex. 10)
5. [5] [4] 123.0
Selects desired RX encode tone (Ex 123 CTCSS)
6. [5] [6] 123.0
Selects desired TX encode tone (Ex 123 CTCSS)
7. [6] [1][4] [1][0]
Enter the same channel (Ex 10)
-->>
Channel has been added
8. Press V/M key to return to the MR mode and the channel number
will reappear.

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 Ex 4. Programming a Simplex Channel with CTCSS Tone from MR Mode

New memory in Channel 10:

RX/TX = 432.55000 MHz
TX CTCSS tone 123.0

1. Press the key to switch between menus.

2. Press V/M key to set the radio to MR mode, and the VFO icon
is not displayed.
3. Enter RX frequency (Ex. 43255000)
Enter RX frequency (Ex. 43255000)
4. [5] [1][7] [1][0]
Deletes Prior Data in channel (Ex. 10)
5. [5] [6] 123.0
Selects desired RX encode tone (Ex 123 CTCSS)
6. [5] [8] 123.0
Selects desired TX encode tone (Ex 123 CTCSS)
7. [5] [2] 43255000
Enter RX frequency (Ex. 432.55000)
8. [5] [3] 43255000
Enter TX frequency (Ex. 432.55000)
9. [6] [1][6] [1][0]
Enter the same channel (Ex 10)
-->>
Channel has been added
10.Return to the MR mode and the channel number will reappear.

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VFO Repeaters Programming
The following instructions assume you know the transmit and receive
frequencies your repeater uses and that you are authorized to use it.
1. Press the V/M key to set the transceiver to VFO mode. The VFO
icon will be displayed on the right.
2. Use the numeric keypad to enter the repeater's output (your
receive) frequency.
3. Press [5] [1][2] to set the Offset frequency.
4. Use the numeric keypad to enter the specified frequency Offset.
5. Press the key to confirm and save.
6. Press [5] [1][3] to set the Offset direction.
7. Use the  or  keys to select plus (positive) or minus (negative) Offset.
8. Press the key to confirm and save.
9. Optional steps:
• Save to memory. Refer to the section titled "Manual
Programming" for details.
• Set up CTCSS. Refer to the section titled "CTCSS" for details.
10.Press the key to exit the menu. If everything went well, you should
be able to make a test call through the repeater.

If you experience problems connecting to the repeater, check your

settings and repeat the procedure. If you are still unable to make a
connection, contact the person in charge of the radio system with your
employer or your local amateur radio club.

GPS function
The GPS function includes optional features that require hardware
support. The position system utilizes a DTMF calling application.
For setting call codes, call names, and local IDs, refer to the section
"Signaling Calls."

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 Ensure that the radios sending and receiving GPS location information
operate on the same frequency or channel and are set to the main
frequency band. In GPS mode, you can only view location information
and cannot make normal calls. To use voice intercom, you must exit GPS
mode.

You can set the system time, GPS on/off, time zone, and GPS mode
through the position system menu. Press and hold the key to view,
share, and request location information.

GPS On/Off Settings

1. Menu: +4+ +1
2. Press the / key to select whether to turn GPS on or off.
3. Alternatively press and hold the A/B key to toggle GPS on or off.
• After turning on the position system, the screen will display the
GPS icon.

Time Zone Settings

1. Menu: +4+ +2
2. Press the / key to select the correct time zone.

Speed Unit Settings

1. Menu: +4+ +3
2. Press the / key to select the speed unit (km/h, MPH, kn).

GPS Mode Settings

1. Menu: +4+ +4
2. Press the / key to select the GPS mode (Beidou, GPS, or
GPS+Beidou).

Using GPS:
1. In standby mode, press and hold the key to enter GPS mode and

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 display "My Location" as an information list.
2. Press the key to switch between information list mode and
electronic compass mode.
3. Press the/ key to switch the information of the selected member.
The current member sequence will be displayed at the top of the
interface.

Find My Position
1. Press and hold the key to enter GPS mode.
2. Use the / keys to switch to "My Position."
3. The GPS will be in receive mode and display "Acquiring..." The
GPS icon on the right will be red, indicating that positioning has not
been successful. If "Acquiring..." is displayed for a long time, it is
recommended to search for satellites in an open location.
4. When positioning is successful, "Acquiring Successful" will be
displayed, showing the current time, longitude, latitude, and
altitude (N for north latitude, E for east longitude, H for height).
The GPS icon on the right will turn green.
5. Press the key to switch between the GPS position information
interface and the GPS distance direction interface.

Share My Position Information (Send to Others)

1. After successfully acquiring the GPS position, press the key to
switch to the location information interface.
2. Press the / key to select the pre-programmed member
sequence (01-20). The member sequence and name will be
displayed on the first line. Select the member sequence labeled as
"native."
3. Press the PTT key to share the current location information with
group members.

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 Requesting Someone Else's Position
1. After successfully acquiring the GPS position, press the key to
switch to the "My Location" information interface.
2. Press the / key to select the pre-programmed member
sequence (01-20). The sequence and call name will be displayed
on the first line. Select member sequences that are not marked as
"native."
3. Press the [PTT] key to initiate a position request command to the
target member.
• Disable transmission while waiting for reception.
• If the other party receives your request, they will reply with
their location information.
• The red center point represents your position, the flashing
red dot within the circle represents the other person's
position, and the bottom left corner shows the reference
distance between the two radios.

Main Menu Functions

The menu function allows you to perform operations such as selecting

ZONE, SCAN, Radio Settings, GPS, Program Channels, and Radio
Information.

Basic use
To navigate the menus using the arrow keys:
1. Press the key to enter the main menu.
2. Use the  or  keys to navigate between menu items.
3. After finding the desired menu item, press the key to select it.
4. Use the  or  keys to navigate between the next set of menu items.
5. Once you find the desired menu item, press the key to select it.

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 6. Use the  or  keys to select the desired parameter.
7. When you have selected the parameter to be set, press the key
to confirm your selection. This will save your setting and bring you
back to the main menu.
8. To cancel your changes, press the key, which will reset that
menu item and exit the menu entirely.
9. To exit the menu at any time, press the PTT key.

Using short-cuts
As detailed in Appendix C: Menu Definitions, every menu item has a
numerical value associated with it. These numbers can be used for direct
access to any given menu item.

To navigate the menu using short-cuts:

1. Press the key to enter the menu.
2. Use the numerical keypad to enter the number of the menu item.
3. Press the key to enter the menu item.
4. To enter the desired parameter, you have two options: a) Use
the arrow keys as described in the previous section. b) Use the
numerical keypad to enter the numerical short-cut code.
5. To confirm your selection, press the key. This will save your
setting and bring you back to the main menu.
6. To cancel your changes, press the key. This will reset that menu
item and exit the menu entirely.
7. To exit the menu at any time, press the PTT key.

All further examples and procedures in this manual will use the numerical
menu short-cuts.

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 Quick Access Short-Cuts:
+1: Quickly enter zones selection. Up to 10 zones can be stored,
each storing 100 channels.
+2: Quickly enter the scanner settings to set the VFO scan
range, scan recovery method, and CTCSS/DCS scan.
+3: Quickly enter the radio settings (overall walkie-talkie
settings).
+4: Quickly enter the position system to set the system time,
position on/off, time zone, and position mode.
+5: Quickly enter the program channel settings (current channel
alias, frequency, power, bandwidth, display mode, channel memory,
and channel delete).
+6: Quickly query radio information (Radio ID, Firmware version,
Hardware version).

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 Appendix A — Troubleshooting Guide

Issue Analysis Solution

The battery may be Remove and reattach

installed improperly. the battery.

The battery power Recharge or replace

Cannot turn on the
may be depleted. the battery.
radio.
The battery contacts Clean the battery
may be dirty or contacts or replace
damaged. the battery.

The battery voltage Recharge or replace

may be low. the battery.

The volume level may

Increase the volume.
Voice is weak or be low.
intermittent during The antenna may Turn off the radio,
receiving be loose or installed then remove and
incorrectly. reattach the antenna.

The speaker may be Clean the surface of

blocked. the speaker.

The frequency or Verify that your TX/

signaling type may RX frequency and
be inconsistent with signaling type are
Cannot communicate other members. correct.
with other group
members
You may be too far
Move closer to other
away from other
members.
members.

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 You may be
Change the frequency
interrupted by radios
or adjust the squelch
using the same
level.
Hear unknown voices frequency.
or noise Change or set
The radio may be set
signaling for the
with no signaling in
current channel to
analog mode.
avoid interference.

You may be too far

Move closer to other
away from other
members.
members.

You may be in an
unfavorable position Move to an open and
Too much noise and
(e.g., blocked flat area, restart the
hiss, unable to hear
by buildings or radio, and try again.
anyone
underground).

There may be
Stay away from
external disturbances
equipment that may
(e.g., electromagnetic
cause interference.
interference).

Turn off the VOX

VOX may be turned
Radio keeps function. Ensure the
on, or the headset is
transmitting headset is properly
not properly installed.
installed.

If the above solutions do not resolve your issues, or if you have other
queries, please contact your dealer for further technical support.

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 Appendix B — Technical Specifications

General
144 to 148 MHz,
Channel Capacity
222-225MHz, 420 to 450 MHz

Channel Spacing 16K0F3E/11K0F3E

Input Voltage -16 dBm>1GHz, -16 dBm>1GHz

Battery Life: 5%
TX, 5% RX, 90% Li-on: 15 hours @ 5 watts
Standby

Operating
-10˚C to 60˚C
temperature

Antenna Impedance 50 Ω

135mm X 61mm X 39mm (not including

Radio Dimensions
antenna)

Radio Weight 260 g (with Li-ON battery)

Transmitter
Frequency Range 144 to 148 MHz,
(TX) 222-225MHz, 420 to 450 MHz

Modulation 16K0F3E/11K0F3E

Spurious Emission -16 dBm>1GHz, -16 dBm>1GHz

FM noise ±2.5 ppm

Audio Distortion ≤5%

FM Hum & Noise 40 dB

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 Receiver
88-108MHz, 108-136 MHz, 136-174 MHz, 220-
Frequency Range 260 MHz, 350-390 MHz, 400-520 MHz (Scan
Receiver)

Sensitivity: 12 dB
-120 dBm
SINAD

Adjacent Channel
-60 dBm
Selectivity

Intermodulation and
-70 dBm
Rejection

Rated Audio Power

0.75 Watts @ 16 Ω
Output

Rated Audio
≤5%
Distortion

All specifications may be modified without prior notice or liability.

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 Appendix C — Shortcut Menu Operations

Menu Name Setting Description

Enter the zone list,

ZONE 1~ ZONE
Zone Select access the zone, and
10
select a zone.

Create a new Zone

Alpha Numeric
Add Zone and Provide a Zone
Entry
Name
Zone

ZONE 1~ ZONE Enter the zone list and

Delete Zone
10 delete a zone

Alpha Numeric Edit the Selected

Edit Zone
Entry Zone’s Name

Input VFO range lower

Freq Range
and upper frequency

Time: Scanning will

Time resume after a fixed
time has passed.

Scan Carrier: Scanning will

Carrier resume after the signal
Scan Mode
disappears.

Search: Scanning
stops on active signal
Search
must be manually re-
started.

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 Search for CTCSS
CTCSS Tone (Range 67-254.1,
a total of 50 tones).
Scan
SubCode
Search for DCS Code
DCS (Range 023N-754I, a
total of 210 tones).

Scanned CTCDD/
Scan DCS are saved to both
All RX and TX locations
(default is all, RX and
TX are the same).
Scan
Memory Save only in RX
Receive
CTCSS/DCS.

Save only in TX
Transmit
CTCSS/DCS.

Selects the amount of

frequency change in
VFO/Frequency mode
Step 2.5-100K
when scanning or
pressing the
Radio  or  keys.
Setting
Squelch silences the
receiver when there
Off, Level 1-Level
Squelch is no signal. Setting
5
squelch to 0 will open
the squelch entirely.

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 Turn off power
save. Higher battery
Off
consumption, shorter
standby time.

Power Save Turn on power save.

More power-efficient
but you may miss
On
the first few syllables
before receiver turns
on.

Turn Off the radio’s

Off
VOX.
VOX Switch
Radio
Setting Turn on the radio’s
On
VOX.

When enabled, it is
not necessary to press
the PTT button on
the transceiver as it
will transmit on Voice
VOX Level Level 1-Level 9 Activation. Adjust
the gain level to the
appropriate sensitivity
to allow transmission
and minimize noise
pickup activation.

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 When VOX is
enabled, set the
VOX delay to extend
the transmission
time and prevent it
VOX Delay 0.5……2.0s
from stopping too
early. Adjustable
in 0.1-second
increments, offering a
total of 16 settings.

Allows continuous
Off transmission with no
time limit.
TOT
Sets the maximum
Radio transmission time
15;30;45…180
Setting while holding down
the PTT key.

Disables the TOA

Off
function.
TOA
Activates the TOA
1……10 seconds function. Adjustable in
1-second increments.

Disables voice
Off
prompts.
Voice
Prompts
Activates voice
On
prompts.

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 Disables the Roger
function. Releasing
Off
the PTT key will not
produce Roger audio.

Roger Tone Activates the Roger

function. Sends an
end-of-transmission
On
tone to indicate that
the transmission has
ended.

Disables key
Off
confirmation tone.

Radio
Setting Key Beep Activates key
confirmation tone,
On providing audible
feedback for key
presses.

Keeps the backlight

Always On
on continuously.

Backlight
Sets the backlight off
5……20.30.60 time after a period of
no operation.

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 Show preset picture
Picture when the radio powers
on.

Power on Display battery

Display Battery Voltage voltage when the
radio powers on.

Display call sign when

Station ID
the radio powers on.

Disables dual watch

and dual receive.
Off NOTE: The single
watch menu will be
automatically added.
Dual Watch Monitors [A] and [B]
Radio simultaneously. The
Setting display with the most
On
recent activity ([A]
or [B]) becomes the
selected display.

Disables automatic
keypad lock. Allows
manual keypad lock
Off
(press and hold the
key to lock/unlock the
keyboard.
Auto Lock
Locks the keypad if
not used in 8 seconds.
On Pressing the key for
2 seconds will unlock
the keypad.

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 Sounds alarm through
On Site Sound your radio speaker
only.

Transmits a cycling
Transmit Sound
Alarm Mode tone over-the-air.

Transmits '119' (911

in reverse) followed
Transmit Code
by the ANI code over-
the-air.

The radio speaker

Off blocks the alarm
Alarm Tone sound.

The radio speaker

On
sounds an alarm.
Radio
Setting
View the ANI ID, and
Radio ID XXX if necessary, change
the ANI ID.

Do not display ANI ID

Off when DTMF decoding
is correct.

Display ANI
Display ANI ID when
On DTMF decoding is
correct.

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 No DTMF side tones
Off
are heard.

Side tones are heard

DT-ST only from manually
keyed DTMF codes.
DTMF Side
Tone Side tones are
heard only from
ANI-ST
automatically keyed
DTMF codes.

All DTMF side tones

DT+ANI
are heard.

Off No ID is sent.

Radio The selected

Setting BoT S-CODE is sent at the
beginning.
PTT ID
The selected S-CODE
EoT
is sent at the end.

The selected S-CODE

BoT+EoT is sent at both the
beginning and end.

PTT Code Signal code sending

100-3000ms
Delay delay (milliseconds).

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 The following
configurations will
1000Hz transmit accordingly:
PTT + SK2= Transmits
1000Hz Tone Burst

PTT + SK2= Transmits

1450Hz
1450Hz Tone Burst
Tone Burst

PTT + SK2= Transmits

1750Hz
1750Hz Tone Burst

PTT + SK2= Transmits

2100Hz
2100Hz Tone Burst
Radio
Setting
Disable squelch tail
Off
elimination.

Tail Squelch
Enable squelch tail
elimination to prevent
On
any squelch tails from
being heard.

After entering the

menu, start the menu
reset timer. If there are
no panel keys, PTT
Menu Exit
Off, 10-60S keys, or menu-related
time
programmable key
operations before the
timer overflows, the
menu will exit.

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 Toggle FM radio on/
FM Radio
off.

Scan Toggle scan on/off.

SK2
Function Search Toggle search on/off.

VOX Toggle VOX on/off.

TX Power Toggle Power Levels.

Enter a call sign, up to

Station ID
7 letters.

Disable DTMF
Off
function.
DTMF
Typing Enable Manual DTMF
On function. (Enter By
Radio Pressing #)
Setting
Display shows for 3
3 seconds
seconds at power on.

Power on Display shows for 5

5 seconds
Time seconds at power on.

Display shows for 10

10 seconds
seconds at power on.

Reset the radio's

VFO menu to factory
Reset only VFO defaults (no reset for
Zone, MR, and scan
Reset settings).

Resets the radio to

Reset All factory defaults, with
some exceptions.

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 Turns off the
positioning system.
Off
Long press of the
key is ineffective.
GPS
Receiver Turns on the
positioning system.
On Press and hold the
key to enter GPS
mode.

Sets the time zone of

Time Zone -12 to 0 to + 12
the region.
GPS
Km/h Kilometers per hour

Speed Unit MPH Miles per hour

kn Knots per hour

GPS Only GPS.

GPS Mode BDS Only BeiDou.

GPS and BeiDou

GPS+BDS
adaptive.

View and rename

the current channel.
Program
Press the key to switch
Channel-
Channel the input method,
Under Channel 1
Name allowing the entry of
Channel
letters, numbers, and
Mode
symbols (up to 12
characters).

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 View the current
channel receiver
frequency and allow
Rx
changes. Input the RX
Frequency
frequency using the
keypad, then press the
key to save.

View the current

channel transmitter
frequency and allow
Tx
changes. Input the TX
Frequency
frequency using the
keypad, then press the
key to save.
Program
Select HIGH
Channel-
transmitter power
Under High
when in VFO/
Channel
Frequency mode.
Mode
Select MEDIUM
Transmit transmitter power
Medium
Power when in VFO/
Frequency mode.

Select LOW
transmitter power
Low
when in VFO/
Frequency mode.

Wideband (25 kHz

Wide(25K)
bandwidth).
Bandwidth
Narrowband (12.5 kHz
Narrow (12.5K)
bandwidth).

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 Mutes the speaker of
the transceiver in the
absence of a specific
and continuous
sub-audible signal.
If the station you are
listening to does not
Rx CTCSS Off;67-254.1 transmit this specific
and continuous signal,
you will not hear
anything. Manually
Type in Any CTCSS
Tone to Use a Custom
Non-standard CTCSS
Tone.
Program
Channel- Mutes the speaker of
Under the transceiver in the
Channel absence of a specific
Mode low-level digital signal.
Rx DCS Off,023N-754I If the station you are
listening to does not
transmit this specific
signal, you will not
hear anything.

Transmits a specific
and continuous
sub-audible signal to
unlock the squelch
Tx CTCSS Off;67-254.1 of a distant receiver.
Manually Type in Any
CTCSS Tone to Use a
Custom Non-standard
CTCSS Tone.

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 Transmits a specific
low-level digital signal
Tx DCS Off,023N-754I
to unlock the squelch
of a distant receiver.

Disables encrypted
mode, making
Off
conversations not
private.

Activates encryption
mode to ensure
Program Encryption
the privacy of your
Channel- conversations. Note:
Under To use the encryption
Channel On function, the other
Mode party's radio must
also have encryption
activated and be
tuned to the same
DCS code.

Selects one of 20
DTMF codes. The
DTMF codes are
Signaling 1-20
programmed with
software and are up to
3 digits each.

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 MR/Channel mode
is displayed in
NAME format. Note:
Name NAME allows CPS
programming or
editing of the channel
name.
CH. Display
Mode MR/Channel mode is
Under Channel
displayed in frequency
Mode
format.

MR/Channel mode is
Channels # displayed in channel
Program number format.
Channel-
Under The monitor feature is
Channel activated only when
QT
Mode the radio receives the
correct CTCSS/DCS.

SP Mute The monitor is

activated when the
radio receives the
QT+DTMF
correct CTCSS/DCS
and the correct DTMF
code.

Disabled the current

Off channel to join the
scan group.
Scan Add
Add the current
On channel to the scan
group.

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 The PTT button on
Off the channel is always
allowed.

Disables the PTT

button on a channel
Busy CH. that is already in use.
Lockout The transceiver will
sound a beep tone
On
and will not transmit
if the PTT button
Program is pressed when a
Channel- channel is already in
Under use.
Channel Create new or modify
Mode existing channels (1
Channel
CH001-CH100 through 100) so they
Memory
can be accessed from
MR/Channel Mode.

Delete the
programmed
information from the
Channel
CH001-CH100 specified channel (1
Delete
through 100) so it can
be reprogrammed or
left empty.

View the current

Program channel receiver
Channel- frequency and allow
Rx
Under changes. Input the RX
Frequency
VFO frequency using the
Mode keypad, then press the
key to save.

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 Select HIGH
transmitter power
High
when in VFO/
Frequency mode.

Select MEDIUM
Transmit transmitter power
Medium
Power when in VFO/
Frequency mode.

Select LOW
transmitter power
Low
when in VFO/
Frequency mode.

Wideband (25 kHz

Wide(25K)
Program bandwidth).
Channel- Bandwidth
Under Narrowband (12.5 kHz
Narrow (12.5K)
VFO bandwidth).
Mode
Mutes the speaker of
the transceiver in the
absence of a specific
and continuous
sub-audible signal.
If the station you are
listening to does not
Rx CTCSS Off;67-254.1 transmit this specific
and continuous signal,
you will not hear
anything. Manually
Type in Any CTCSS
Tone to Use a Custom
Non-standard CTCSS
Tone.

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 Mutes the speaker of
the transceiver in the
absence of a specific
low-level digital signal.
Rx DCS Off,023N-754I If the station you are
listening to does not
transmit this specific
signal, you will not
hear anything.

Program
Transmits a specific
Channel-
and continuous
Under
sub-audible signal to
VFO
unlock the squelch
Mode
Tx CTCSS Off;67-254.1 of a distant receiver.
Manually Type in Any
CTCSS Tone to Use a
Custom Non-standard
CTCSS Tone.

Transmits a specific
low-level digital signal
Tx DCS Off,023N-754I
to unlock the squelch
of a distant receiver.

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 Disables encrypted
mode, making
Off
conversations not
private.

Activates encryption
Encryption mode to ensure
the privacy of your
conversations. Note:
Program To use the encryption
Channel- On function, the other
Under party's radio must
VFO also have encryption
Mode activated and be
tuned to the same
DCS code.

Selects one of 20
DTMF codes. The
DTMF codes are
Signaling 1-20
programmed with
software and are up to
3 digits each.

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 MR/Channel mode
is displayed in
NAME format. Note:
Name NAME allows CPS
programming or
editing of the channel
name.
CH. Display
Mode MR/Channel mode is
Frequency displayed in frequency
format.

Program MR/Channel mode is

Channel- Channels # displayed in channel
Under number format.
VFO
Mode

The monitor feature is

activated only when
QT
the radio receives the
correct CTCSS/DCS.

SP Mute
CH. Display
Mode The monitor is
activated when the
QT+DTMF radio receives the
correct CTCSS/DCS
and the correct DTMF
code.

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 The PTT button on
Off the channel is always
allowed.

Disables the PTT

Busy CH. button on a channel
Lockout that is already in use.
The transceiver will
sound a beep tone
On
and will not transmit
if the PTT button
is pressed when a
channel is already in
Program
use.
Channel-
Under
VFO Specifies the
Mode difference between
Offset
the TX and RX
frequencies.

TX = RX (simplex).
Disables access to
None
repeaters in VFO/
Frequency mode.

TX will be shifted
Direction Plus higher in frequency
than RX.

TX will be shifted
Minus lower in frequency
than RX.

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 Create new or modify
existing channels (1
Channel
CH001-CH100 through 100) so they
Memory
can be accessed from
Program MR/Channel Mode.
Channel-
Under Delete the
VFO programmed
Mode information from the
Channel
CH001-CH100 specified channel (1
Delete
through 100) so it can
be reprogrammed or
left empty.

Displays radio ID,

firmware version,
Radio Info Radio ID\Firmware\Hardware and hardware version
to check the radio
information.

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 Appendix D — DCS Table

DCS Code List

No. Code No. Code No. Code No. Code No. Code

1 D023N 2 D025N 3 D026N 4 D031N 5 D032N

6 D036N 7 D043N 8 D047N 9 D051N 10 D053N

11 D054N 12 D065N 13 D071N 14 D072N 15 D073N

16 D074N 17 D114N 18 D115N 19 D116N 20 D122N

21 D125N 22 D131N 23 D132N 24 D134N 25 D143N

26 D145N 27 D152N 28 D155N 29 D156N 30 D162N

31 D165N 32 D172N 33 D174N 34 D205N 35 D212N

36 D223N 37 D225N 38 D226N 39 D243N 40 D244N

41 D245N 42 D246N 43 D251N 44 D252N 45 D255N

46 D261N 47 D263N 48 D265N 49 D266N 50 D271N

51 D274N 52 D306N 53 D311N 54 D315N 55 D325N

56 D331N 57 D332N 58 D343N 59 D346N 60 D351N

61 D356N 62 D364N 63 D365N 64 D371N 65 D411N

66 D412N 67 D413N 68 D423N 69 D431N 70 D432N

71 D445N 72 D446N 73 D452N 74 D454N 75 D455N

76 D462N 77 D464N 78 D465N 79 D466N 80 D503N

81 D506N 82 D516N 83 D523N 84 D526N 85 D532N

86 D546N 87 D565N 88 D606N 89 D612N 90 D624N

91 D627N 92 D631N 93 D632N 94 D645N 95 D654N

96 D662N 97 D664N 98 D703N 99 D712N 100 D723N

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 101 D731N 102 D732N 103 D734N 104 D743N 105 D754N

106 D023I 107 D025I 108 D026I 109 D031I 110 D032I

111 D036I 112 D043I 113 D047I 114 D051I 115 D053I

116 D054I 117 D065I 118 D071I 119 D072I 120 D073I

121 D074I 122 D114I 123 D115I 124 D116I 125 D122I

126 D125I 127 D131I 128 D132I 129 D134I 130 D143I

131 D145I 132 D152I 133 D155I 134 D156I 135 D162I

136 D165I 137 D172I 138 D174I 139 D205I 140 D212I

141 D223I 142 D225I 143 D226I 144 D243I 145 D244I

146 D245I 147 D246I 148 D251I 149 D252I 150 D255I

151 D261I 152 D263I 153 D265I 154 D266I 155 D271I

156 D274I 157 D306I 158 D311I 159 D315I 160 D325I

161 D331I 162 D332I 163 D343I 164 D346I 165 D351I

166 D356I 167 D364I 168 D365I 169 D371I 170 D411I

171 D412I 172 D413I 173 D423I 174 D431I 175 D432I

176 D445I 177 D446I 178 D452I 179 D454I 180 D455I

181 D462I 182 D464I 183 D465I 184 D466I 185 D503I

186 D506I 187 D516I 188 D523I 189 D526I 190 D532I

191 D546I 192 D565I 193 D606I 194 D612I 195 D624I

196 D627I 197 D631I 198 D632I 199 D645I 200 D654I

201 D662I 202 D664I 203 D703I 204 D712I 205 D723I

206 D731I 207 D732I 208 D734I 209 D743I 210 D754I

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 Appendix E — CTCSS Table

CTCSS CHART (Hz)

No. Freq. No. Freq. No. Freq. No. Freq. No. Freq.

1 67.0 2 69.3 3 71.9 4 74.4 5 77.0

6 79.7 7 82.5 8 85.4 9 88.5 10 91.5

11 94.8 12 97.4 13 100 14 103.5 15 107.2

16 110.9 17 114.8 18 118.8 19 123.0 20 127.3

21 131.8 22 136.5 23 141.3 24 146.2 25 151.4

26 156.7 27 159.8 28 162.2 29 165.5 30 167.9

31 171.3 32 173.8 33 177.3 34 179.9 35 183.5

36 186.2 37 189.9 38 192.8 39 196.6 40 199.5

41 203.5 42 206.5 43 210.7 44 218.1 45 225.7

46 229.1 47 233.6 48 241.8 49 250.3 50 254.1

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or omissions. As technology continually evolves, we reserve the right
to change the design and specifications of the product without prior
notice. No part of this handbook may be copied, modified, translated,
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