[WRTY645]

3 hours ago, wayoverthere said:

I'm not 100% on the names the 935 uses, but it should differentiate between the simplex channels and the repeater channels (which have the proper offset baked in). From there, it's down to proper tx tone for the repeater, and basic range.

Where are you transmitting from, and what antenna are you using? If you're indoors (especially with radiant barrier insulation), or if there's significant obstructions like a big hill between you and the repeater, even a few miles could be challenging. Likewise, if the repeater is low level, maybe at rooftop height, that adds a whole lot more obstructions in a few miles.

If your settings are good (wouldn't hurt to give details, there's a number on here with the same radio), you may try from closer to the repeater's location and see if that works better.

Good luck!

Thanks for some input on this I was able to get a radio check. But was told I'm hitting the repeater just fine but audio was a little difficult to hear and it was suggested to make sure my step is around 12.5 I believe (or something like that) I have yet to try again, since making that change. I may try again later when there is more traffic. 

[WRTY645]

New to gmrs and having trouble connecting to the repeater only a few miles from me. I'm using a wouxun kg 935g if that helps.