CHIRP Programming Issue – Tone Squelch & Duplex Changing After Save (KG-935G Plus)

[WSEZ969]

Hello everyone,

I’m running into a consistent programming issue with my Wouxun KG-935G Plus using CHIRP. Here’s what’s happening:

I program my repeater channels with:

• Correct RX frequency (e.g. 462.xxx MHz)

• Tone Mode: Tone

• Tone and Tone Squelch matching (e.g. both 131.8 Hz)

• Duplex set to “+” for standard GMRS repeater +5 MHz offset

 

Problem:
After saving and reopening the file:

• Tone Squelch reverts to 88.5 Hz on all channels, even though I set a different CTCSS.

• Duplex changes to “split” and TX Offset shows random frequencies like 930.1 MHz, instead of standard +5 MHz.

I’ve tried:

• Re-entering and saving multiple times

• Clicking another field to lock before saving

• Using the latest CHIRP daily build (if compatible)

• Confirming the radio model and cable are correct

Question:

• Has anyone else experienced this issue with the KG-935G Plus or similar models in CHIRP?

• Is there a known fix or workaround to retain Tone Squelch and Duplex settings correctly?

I want to ensure my repeater channels are reliable for daily and emergency comms. Any insights would be appreciated.

Thank you in advance.

Edited 5 hours ago by WSEZ969
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[SteveShannon]

4 minutes ago, WSEZ969 said:

Hello everyone,

I’m running into a consistent programming issue with my Wouxun KG-935G Plus using CHIRP. Here’s what’s happening:

I program my repeater channels with:

• Correct RX frequency (e.g. 462.xxx MHz)

• Tone Mode: Tone

• Tone and Tone Squelch matching (e.g. both 131.8 Hz)

• Duplex set to “+” for standard GMRS repeater +5 MHz offset

 

Problem:
After saving and reopening the file:

• Tone Squelch reverts to 88.5 Hz on all channels, even though I set a different CTCSS.

• Duplex changes to “split” and TX Offset shows random frequencies like 930.1 MHz, instead of standard +5 MHz.

I’ve tried:

• Re-entering and saving multiple times

• Clicking another field to lock before saving

• Using the latest CHIRP daily build (if compatible)

• Confirming the radio model and cable are correct

Question:

• Has anyone else experienced this issue with the KG-935G Plus or similar models in CHIRP?

• Is there a known fix or workaround to retain Tone Squelch and Duplex settings correctly?

I want to ensure my repeater channels are reliable for daily and emergency comms. Any insights would be appreciated.

Thank you in advance.

If you set the mode to “Tone”, the Tone Squelch frequency setting becomes meaningless.  Tone mode means your radio doesn’t (or isn’t supposed to) filter on receive.  Tone mode is the same as having no receiver tone. If you want the Tone Squelch setting to be effective you must set mode to TSQL.

As far as the random offset frequency, when you transmit are you on 467.725 MHz?  If so, the offset doesn’t matter.

The best way to ensure your radio works with the repeater is to get on the air and test it. The issues above may be things that the chirp developers would explain better than I can.

[WSEZ969]

Hi Steve

I am new to GMRS, that being said I don't understand LOL. Im using chirp now cause the WOUXUN programming software was giving errors on my windows 11. so I feel lost on what settings I should be using

Thanks