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  • TWRS-188 - Censorship on GMRS Repeaters?

    Two Way Radio Show
    We discuss the question of how much control a GMRS repeater operator can have over the use of their private repeater on a GMRS repeater channel. We’ll also take some of your comments and questions from our blog and our forum.

    Intro :00
    Billboard 1:09

    Censorship on GMRS Repeaters? 1:24
    Recently I overheard an exchange on a local GMRS repeater between the owner of the repeater and a newly licensed GMRS operator who was using it. Although the new operator did not violate any of the FCC rules, he apparently did break one set by the owner of the repeater as a condition for using it. The question is, How much power does a GMRS repeater owner have to control free speech?

    Questions and Answers 40:00
    Comments and questions from our blog and members of the Two Way Radio Forum. Check out and join the forum! It's free!

    Wrap up and Close 45:08
    Send in your comments and questions for Danny, Anthony and Rick to show[at]buytwowayradios.com. Feedback on this and other topics will be read by the hosts and included in future episodes of the show. If we read your comment about this episode on a future episode, we may send you a free t-shirt or some swag! Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!

    © 2024 Cricket Ventures, LLC. All rights reserved.

  • How to connect two KG-1000G radios to a GMRS duplexer

    Duplexer PortsAmong the many features of both the original Wouxun KG-1000G and the KG-1000G Plus is the ability to connect one of these radios with a second one and build a working mobile or base repeater. It's easy to do, and we even made a video that shows you exactly how to make your own KG-1000G repeater.

    One optional step that is not shown in the video is to connect a GMRS duplexer to both of the KG-1000G radios. While this is an optional step, it is highly recommended, as the addition of a duplexer eliminates the need for the radios to be connected to separate antennas for transmit and receive. This is much more efficient and eliminates other potential technical issues related to using multiple antennas.

    If you are contemplating the use of a duplexer, Not any old one will do. Like an antenna, you will need to choose a duplexer that is tuned to the correct band and frequency that your repeater will be using. In the case of a GMRS repeater, it needs to support one of the 8 repeater frequencies reserved for the GMRS. We recommend the XLT DP-GMRS-50 Mobile Band Reject Duplexer. This is especially designed for GMRS radio repeaters and works with the KG-1000G Series radios.

    When using a duplexer, it needs to be precisely tuned to that frequency. Yes, precisely. Of course, with a proper spectrum analyzer you could tune it yourself, but as shown in our video How to Tune a GMRS Duplexer, that sort of equipment is quite expensive and requires a modicum of expertise and patience to tune it just right.

    Fortunately, when you purchase the XLT duplexer from us, you can choose the option to have us tune it for you at no charge. This will not only save you time, but the headache of doing it yourself.

    That's great and all, but once you receive your duplexer and it is tuned precisely to the GMRS repeater channel you want to use, how do you do it? How do you connect it to your two KG-1000G radios correctly?

    Connect Two Wouxun KG-1000G Radios to a DuplexerThis is the simplest part of all. It only requires you to set up your repeater according to the instructions in the video, know which radio is set up as the transmitter and which is the receiver, connect the duplexer to both, and connect the completed repeater system to the antenna.

    Here's how to do it:
    1. Connect the TX radio (462 MHz transmit frequency) to the connector on the LOW side of the duplexer.

    2. Connect the RX radio (467 MHz receive frequency) to the connector on the HIGH side of the duplexer.

    3. Connect the antenna to the middle port marked ANT on the duplexer.

    That's all there is to it.

  • Radio 101 - How to Add a Repeater Channel to the KG-1000G Plus

    The Wouxun KG-1000G Plus GMRS mobile two way radio is pre-configured with 22 simplex and 8 GMRS repeater channels. Since it can be programmed with up to 999 total channels, you can add additional repeater channels to the radio with customized tones and codes. How do you do it?

    In this episode of Radio 101, Tommy shows you how to add a repeater channel to the KG-1000G Plus directly from the radio itself.
    This procedure works on the original Wouxun KG-1000G and KG-1000G Plus.

  • Getting Started with GMRS

    Getting Started With a GMRS Two Way RadioGMRS radios allow you to instantly communicate with friends and family. They are great tools for camping, hiking, offroading and other outdoor activities. They can also be used for disaster preparedness, general comms around the home and neighborhood, and much more! If you're looking for reliable short range communications for such activities, a GMRS radio is certainly worth consideration. Here's how to get started with GMRS.

    What is GMRS?
    GMRS is an acronym for General Mobile Radio Service. GMRS is available for personal use and is a popular choice among consumers and a growing number of radio hobbyists. There are 30 GMRS channels available, consisting of 22 simplex channels and eight repeater channels. The 22 simplex channels are shared with the FRS, or Family Radio Service. Channels 1-7 are limited to 5 watts of power. Channels 8-14 are low power channels with a maximum of one half of one watt, and channels 15-22 are allowed to operate at up to 50 watts. Check out the list of FRS and GMRS Frequencies available.

    Do I need a license for GMRS?
    If you haven’t already, you will need a GMRS license. It’s easy to get, costs only $35 and is good for 10 years. No test is required. Once your license is issued, you’ll have a call sign to identify yourself to others when talking on your GMRS radio.

    How do I get a license?
    To purchase a GMRS license, visit the FCC website at fcc.gov and complete form 605. Once you pay the license fee and receive your GMRS call sign, you’re on your way. Learn how to get a GMRS license in only four steps.

    Who is covered by my license?
    Your GMRS license is valid for you and all members of your immediate family, regardless of age. Watch our video Radio 101 - Who is covered by a GMRS License? for more information.

    I have a GMRS radio and a license to use it. Now what?
    Talk on your radio! You can do a lot of cool things with a GMRS radio, such as connecting with caravans on road trips, emergency communications, going on outdoor adventures, coordinating community events, and simply staying in touch with family and friends. You can even talk on a repeater to communicate across long distances!

    What is a repeater?
    A repeater is a device that receives a radio signal and re-transmits or repeats it across a broader area, greatly increasing range. The repeater transmits the signal at a much higher wattage than a typical handheld radio, allowing for a much larger coverage area. Using repeaters, you can communicate with other GMRS users over long distances – even hundreds of miles!

    How do I find a repeater?
    Repeaters exist across the continental US. A national directory of repeaters is located online at myGMRS.com. You will need to join myGMRS.com to access the database, but once you do, simply type in your zip code to locate repeaters within your area.

    How do I use a repeater?
    Once a repeater is located, you will need to obtain permission to access it. Some repeaters are available to the public, while others are private. Once permission is granted, you will need the receive frequency, the transmit frequency and the CTCSS tones or DCS codes the repeater uses in order to access it.

    What are CTCSS and DCS?
    Also known as Privacy Codes and numerous other names, CTCSS tones and DCS Codes help reduce interference by filtering out transmissions from other parties that are using the same channel or frequency. When used with repeaters, these tones and codes serve as an “access key” of sorts to allow communications by radio operators who are granted permission to use the repeater system.

    Some repeaters use the same CTCSS tone or DCS code for both transmit and receive, while others use a different tone or code for each, also known as split tones. Some repeaters don’t use them at all. It all depends on the repeater.

    Where can I find more information?
    There is huge repository of blog articles, podcasts, videos, and other resources about GMRS available at Buy Two Way Radios. Here is a List of Two Way Radio Resources to find the information you need.

  • How To Tune a GMRS Duplexer Using the Rigol DSA815

    We receive a lot of questions about how to properly tune a duplexer for use with a GMRS repeater. Part of the challenge is getting it tuned. The other part is having the right equipment with which to tune it for the best results.

    In this video, Steven from our tech department at Buy Two Way Radios shows how he precisely tunes a GMRS duplexer using the Rigol DSA815 spectrum analyzer for the best performance of a GMRS repeater.

    Better yet, why not save yourself a headache and have Steve do it for you? Our Mobile Duplexer Tuning/Programming Service can tune your duplexer for you quickly and professionally for a nominal fee.

    Want more videos about 2-way radios? Browse our video blog and subscribe to our YouTube channel!

  • Will the FCC Change the Part 95 Rules for Digital Data on the GMRS?

    On July 16, 2021, Midland requested that the FCC waive certain sections of its Part 95 rules to extend data privileges that are currently limited only to handheld GMRS devices to include mobile radios as well. On November 29, 2023 the FCC issued a public notice seeking public comment on the request within 30 days. What exactly is this all about?

    In this extended video segment from episode 185 of The Two Way Radio Show Podcast, Danny and Rick explain what is going on, the likelihood that the petition will be granted and what this potentially means for the future of the General Mobile Radio Service.

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  • TWRS-185 - Will the FCC Allow Digital Data on GMRS Mobile Radios?

    Two Way Radio Show
    We discuss Midland's request for changes to Part 95 of the FCC rules to allow digital data transmissions from GMRS mobile radios. We’ll also tell you about a big giveaway promotion and take some of your comments and questions from our blog and our forum.

    Intro :00
    Billboard 1:08

    FCC petition to change Part 95 rules for the GMRS 1:24
    On July 16, 2021, Midland requested that the FCC waive certain sections of its Part 95 rules to extend data privileges that are currently limited only to handheld GMRS devices to include mobile radios. On November 29, 2023 the OFFICE OF MANAGING AND DIRECTOR’S BUREAU issued a public notice stating that Interested persons may file statements opposing or supporting the Petition for Rulemaking within 30 days. What exactly is this all about? If this petition is approved, what does this mean for the future of the General Mobile Radio Service? Will this be good or bad for the GMRS airwaves going forward?

    Survival Dispatch $25,000 New Year's Giveaway Promotion 30:37
    To ring in the new year, Survival Dispatch is giving away $25,000 in prizes during a giveaway drawing on New Year's Day, 2024! Buy Two Way Radios is contributing a Wouxun KG-935G Plus Prepper GMRS Radio Kit to their promotion, valued at $469.99! All you need to do is go to the official giveaway sign up page, enter your email address, and you're in. Listen to the show for details.

    Questions and Answers 33:58
    Comments and questions from our blog and members of the Two Way Radio Forum. Check out and join the forum! It's free!

    Wrap up and Close 37:50
    Send in your comments and questions for Danny, Anthony and Rick to show[at]buytwowayradios.com. Feedback on this and other topics will be read by the hosts and included in future episodes of the show. If we read your comment about this episode on a future episode, we may send you a free t-shirt or some swag! Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!

    © 2023 Cricket Ventures, LLC. All rights reserved.

  • Video Introduction to the Wouxun KG-Q10G GMRS Radio

    Waiting for the the ultimate GMRS radio to arrive? Well, guess what? The wait is over! The Wouxun KG-Q10G Handheld GMRS Radio is here!

    In this video clip from episode 183 of The Two Way Radio Show Podcast, Danny and Rick discuss the KG-Q10G and its features, including the Channel Wizard, GPS functionality, 6 programmable function keys, FM Radio, custom themes, and much more! The KG-Q10G is available exclusively at Buy Two Way Radios.

    Listen to the full Two Way Radio Show podcast and Subscribe to the show!

    Want more videos about 2-way radios? Browse our video blog and subscribe to our YouTube channel!

  • TWRS-183 - The Wouxun KG-Q10G GMRS Radio With GPS

    Two Way Radio Show
    We talk about a new GMRS portable handheld radio from Wouxun with GPS, IP67 protection from dust and water ingress and the capability to receive on multiple bands. We’ll also take some of your comments and questions from our blog and our forum.
    Intro :00
    Billboard 1:10

    The New Wouxun KG-Q10G Portable Handheld GMRS Radio 1:25
    Earlier this summer Wouxun introduced an amateur radio called the KG-Q10H. Now, there is a version of this radio available for the GMRS that could be the next big thing. We're talking about the new KG-Q10G!

    Questions and Answers 52:23
    Comments and questions from our blog and members of the Two Way Radio Forum. Check out and join the forum! It's free!

    Wrap up and Close 57:05
    Send in your comments and questions for Danny, Anthony and Rick to show[at]buytwowayradios.com. Feedback on this and other topics will be read by the hosts and included in future episodes of the show. If we read your comment about this episode on a future episode, we may send you a free t-shirt or some swag! Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!

    © 2023 Cricket Ventures, LLC. All rights reserved.

  • Radio 101 - How to Reset the Midland GXT1000 Series Radios

    Most consumer grade FRS and GMRS radios sold in two packs, commonly referred to as "bubble pack" radios, do not include an option to allow the user to reset the radio if needed. However, the Midland GXT1000 apparently does have a reset feature, although it isn't in the manual.

    In this episode of Radio 101, Tommy shows you how to reset the Midland GXT1000 and GXT1050 GMRS radios back to factory defaults.

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