SemperFiGuy

Greetings All: I purchased my Wouxun KG-1000G in December of 2021. It is currently installed in my 2021 Subaru Crosstrek and has work wonderfully since installed, The local Repeater that I use in the greater Tampa FL area is on Channel 24, Frequency 462.575. the Input/Output CTS codes are both 141.3 and both are entered correctly. I realize that I could leave the Rx-CTC off and everything would still work fine, but I have always programmed the Input/Output codes when known and have never had a problem. Recently within the past week or so, I have not received any transmissions from the Repeater and when I transmit on that channel, (C24, F462.575) I do not receive a Repeater Tone "Kerchunk" as I always have and I am not receiving any transmissions when monitoring the channel. I noticed a few days ago that on my lcd display, that the letter T is displayed prominently above the Frequency. I don't recall ever having seen this before and even after reviewing the manual, I have not been able to figure out what purpose the T serves and if it is related to my now inability to effectively transmit or receive on this repeater channel or how to make it go away in hopes that the T setting is the problem. Sure would appreciate some thoughts on what the fix is. Kindest regards in advance. Best, Gil - Largo, FL

Charles. Recommendation. Ditch the Rx ctcss code, just use the Tx ctcss code. Next, and I've done this before, drive towards the Repeater until you are certain that you are within 5 of so miles from it with a clear path to the repeater from your location. Then transmit, identifying yourself (WRQC411) and ask for a radio check. Assuming the host repeater is programmed the way they are normally programmed, you should hear a "Kerchunk" shortly after your Tx and may even hear a station identification in morse code or other code shortly after your Tx. Hopefully someone is monitoring the Repeater, hears your request for a radio check, and responds accordingly. The key to this exercise is to definitively confirm that you're hitting the Repeater. Let us know how you make out.

Steve, Not one to take anything for granted, so lets do a quick review: What GMRS Repeater Channel are you working with ? What is the code or codes for this Repeater Channel? What GMRS Repeater Channel is your UV10r set to? What is the code or codes set for this Repeater Channel on the UV10R? What GMRS Repeater Channel is your UV5r set to? What is the code or codes set for this Repeater Channel on the UV5r. Wayoverthere may well be correct in his analysis that there is a desense taking place given the proximity of the radios to each other, but I just want to verify that the set up is correct before diving deeper. It may be a matter that your two handhelds are not hitting the repeater. If they are not hitting the repeater on a Tx they may not be receiving a signal on the Rx side. Once you respond, there might be some further diagnosis available. Best, Gil

I have both of these radios and find both to be formidable in the world of GMRS Handie Talkies. There are a number of good posts above explaining some of the physical and cosmetic differences between the radios. Probably the most significant difference between the two is the fact that the 935G uses SoC (radio or software on a chip) technology, while the 9G utilizes dual superhetrodyne technology, thus making it much more sensitive especially on receiving signals. I am very happy with both radios and essentially use them interchangeably. When I'm in the house at night I put on my Nagoya 771G antenna, and continue being able to receive/transmit to my two nearby (15 miles away) local repeaters. (The 935G has a female receptor for the antenna so you need a male sma connector on the Nagoya 771G for this radio). (The 9G has a male receptor for the antenna so you need a female connector on the Nagoya 771G antenna). What ever happened to uniformity ? In any event, you cannot make a mistake in owning/running either of these radios. As mentioned earlier, they are formidable. See WRNA236's post above. Good analysis there.

"As built none of the amateur Yaesu radios will transmit out of band, e.g. they can receive GMRS but the firmware locks you out from trying to transmit. Yaesu has been building amateur radios for a really long time, zero worries about their quality." As of right now it would appear that you are unable to transmit on any GMRS Frequency with this radio, however, you are free to listen to any/all GMRS channels/frequencies. If you are interested in transmitting/talking on GMRS channels/frequencies, you might want to consider acquiring an inexpensive GMRS Walkie Talkie. There are a number of great options out there for very reasonable prices. Go to Amazon and search for GMRS Radios from Retevis, Radioddity, Baofeng, and Wouxun. You'll find an array of worthy transceivers for varying prices. Good luck !

Maggieandmike. I use a Heavy Duty LECODO 12V 24V Replacement Cigarette Lighter Male Plug to power up my 1000G. It makes it easier for me to transfer between my vehicles because I don't have to hard wire to the vehicle. That being said, when I was using one of my lesser quality indoor a/c cig plug adapters to power up my 1000G and computer program it, I was having the same problem. After lots of teeth gnashing and hair pulling I discovered that when I switched to my high quality indoor A/C cig plug adapter, (and was then getting full 12/14V of power,) my problem was over and I was now getting all 30 GMRS channels, etc...... You might want to run a voltage test to be sure that you are getting adequate power to your unit from your vehicle. This may not be the issue that you're having but it sure was for mine. Please let us know. Best ! SemperFiGuy, Largo, FL

Thanks for the confirm Michael. Truly appreciate it. Will likely make that investment including the NMO base. Best wishes. Gil - Largo, FL

Thanks kb2ztx. Appreciate the input. the 1/4 wave on the roof is convenient in many ways including performance. 73's Gil - Largo, FL

Thanks wayoverthere. Appreciate the help and the link. What you linked is not what I own. I'm a big fan of BTWR. They help keeping this part of the industry moving forward. GMRS seems to be garnering more and more support. Just noticed in my County, here in Florida that some of the schools in the County school system have GMRS licenses and the frequencies and PL Codes are published. 73's Gil - Largo, FL

Thanks for the input serrasalmus. As I mentioned above to wayoverthere, I wasn't aware that the Nagoya 72 had a version with a G designation. I'm going to see if I can track one down. Thanks again. 73's Gil - Largo, FL

Must be the non G version wayoverthere. Can't find any G designation at the end. I'll look into that . Wasn't aware that was an option. Thanks for your help. Gil, Largo, FL

Thanks Michael. You are absolutely correct. Asking for a consensus is like opening up a can of worms. Very subjective at best. I appreciate your reply. I am going to look into the MIdland. Just want to be sure this is the correct one: Midland 6 dB Gain Antenna with Durable Spring Base and NMO Connection - Works with Midland MicroMobile MXT105, MXT115, MXT275, MXT400 by Midland Radio Learn more: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B084BPXNC5/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_5Q4AM2MQGMRQTG10TMYR I appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with the Midland and will certainly look into this. I need to be a little more "fine tuned" with my KG-1000G. I truly appreciate your help. 73's. Gil - Largo, FL

Greetings all: Just trying to get a consensus on what may be the overall best mag mount mobile antenna for my Wouxan KG-1000G. I have it installed in my Subaru Crosstrek and the roof provides for a very good ground plane. I am currently running a Genuine Nagoya UT-72. It seemed to work fine with my Radioddity DB-20G, DB-25G and BTech 50x1, but the Wouxan KG-1000G seems to receive signals that are weak and scratchy and the transmission appears to be somewhat weak as well. All coming from the same location and the same local repeater. The radio is installed properly so I'm just wondering if I should consider a better suited roof/mag mount antenna in place of the Nagoya. All input welcomed and thanks in advance for your time. Best regards, Gil from Largo, FL

Greetings All: I have installed my new Wouxun KG-1000G radio in my vehicle and it works well. The one question I have is: How do I program a repeater tail so that I know I'm hitting the local repeater channel that I'm on? I can key the mic and there is no following tail. If I ask for a radio check, invariably I will get a response from another user who is on the same repeater. I'm sure programming the repeater tail is obvious but for the life of me, I can't seem to find it in the menu. Thanks in advance for your help. Gil, Largo, FL