GMRS

All of the GMRS radios we sell at Buy Two Way Radios operate on the same 22 GMRS channels and frequencies assigned by the FCC. Many of these models support the 8 FCC assigned GMRS repeater channels as well. We are sometimes asked for the exact frequencies of these channels. The chart below lists these frequencies, along with their channel numbers, maximum allowable power, and maximum allowable bandwidth.

*Note: 20kHz Authorized Bandwidth.

Wouxun KG-XS20G Mobile GMRS radio with 30 channels and extreme long range.

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In this video clip from Episode 172 of The Two Way Radio Show Podcast, Danny and Rick introduce the Melowave Shadow GMRS Mobile Antenna and discuss the advantages it has over other GMRS antennas in its class.

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The new Wouxun KG-S88G GMRS Two Way Radio includes a number of features that not only take it well beyond the old, traditional GMRS bubble pack, but beyond many other contemporary models as well.

In this audiogram from Episode 167 of our award-nominated Two Way Radio Show podcast, hosts Danny Feemster and Rick Savoia discuss a few of these features and how they may be used by power GMRS users. The KG-S88G is available now, and only from Buy Two Way Radios.

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The Wouxun KG-S88G is a portable handheld GMRS radio designed for the those who need the most rugged and durable portable handheld possible with maximum functionality. Although significantly smaller and lighter than the Wouxun KG-935G, it is rated IP67 submersible, with a feature package far beyond the original KG-805G.

Although channels 8-14 are only authorized for very low output power, the S88G is configured to transmit on the 15 high powered GMRS simplex channels, as well as the 8 repeater channels, at up to 5 watts. This is about as far away as you can get from the maximum power output of the typical consumer grade, "bubble pack" GMRS walkie talkies.

KG-S88G Key Features

• 22 Simplex GMRS Channels
• 8 GMRS Repeater Channels
• 400-479.995 (70cm) MHz (Receive Only)
• Superheterodyne Receiver
• 5W Maximum Transmit Power
• IP67 Waterproof (Submersible)
• USB-C Charging Port
• High/Low Transmit Power Levels
• 400 Total Custom Memory Channels
• Backlit LCD Display
• Channel Name, Number or Frequency Display
• Standard and Non-Standard CTCSS/DCS
• Split CTCSS/DCS Tone Support
• Tune Specific Frequencies Directly (Frequency Mode)
• CTCSS/DCS Tone Scan
• Channel Scan
• Priority Channel Scanning
• Tone Save
• Favorite Channels
• Descrambler
• Full Backlit DTMF Keypad
• Incoming Caller ID Display
• Reverse Frequency
• DTMF Encoding and Decoding
• Group Calls, All Call and Selective Call
• Talk Around
• Monitor Function
• Wide/Narrow Bandwidth Selectable
• Busy Channel Lockout
• Timeout Timer
• Stopwatch Timer
• English Voice Prompts
• Roger Beep Enable/Disable
• Transmit Overtime Alarm
• Audible Button Beep
• Single Tone Pulse Frequency
• 2 Programmable Function Keys
• Programmable Top Key
• Keypad Hotkeys
• Channel Knob
• Volume Knob
• VOX
• Alarm
• SOS
• Keypad Lock
• Auto Lock
• Custom Power-On Message
• Built-in Flashlight
• Audio Accessory Connector
• PC Programmable
• Reset

Programming the KG-S88G
As with all the other Wouxun GMRS radios, the KG-S88G is fully programmable, either from a PC using the Wouxun KG-S88G programming software or directly from the keypad of the radio itself. In fact, customizing the S88G from the keypad is surprisingly simple and straightforward, even for the novice.

Direct from the radio
If you already know how to program frequencies into the Wouxun KG-935G or other Wouxun radio, programming the KG-S88G directly from the radio itself is pretty much standard procedure. The only real differences are the channels, frequencies and menu options themselves.

If you are new to Wouxun handheld radios or programming a two way radio in general, the KG-S88G owners manual will get you up to speed fast. Unlike many other import GMRS radios, this manual is carefully written in plain, simple English with clear instructions that are easy to understand, even when explaining some of the advanced features of the radio.

The KG-S88G menu consists of 54 items. Default settings are bold.

Note: *The menu items in yellow are available in Frequency mode only.
**The menu item in green is available in Channel mode only.

Programming with software
The KG-S88G uses the Wouxun PCO-001 USB programming cable that works with the KG-805G, KG-905G and KG-935G. Refer to the cable driver installation instructions for more information.

Of course, the Wouxun KG-S88G programming software is specific to this radio and is currently available for Windows PCs only. The programming software is located under the Downloads tab on the Wouxun KG-S88G product page at Buy Two Way Radios.

KG-S88G Operation
The KG-S88G is quite similar in function to most of the other Wouxun GMRS handheld radios with full keypads, displays and access to radio menus. If you already have a KG-935G or other Wouxun radio that is field configurable, working the S88G is essentially the same. Even if you are not familiar with the operation of a Wouxun radio, it's not difficult to master, once you know how to navigate the keypad.

The keys on the keypad and their primary functions are listed below:

The Wouxun KG-S88G is a compact, powerful and rugged GMRS radio that offers a lot of flexibility, programmability and ease of use at a reasonable price. In short, it's a surprisingly great value.

We tell you about a new compact portable handheld GMRS radio from Wouxun with a superheterodyne receiver, full DTMF keypad and USB-C charging port that's also rated IP67 submersible. We also take some of your comments and questions from our blog and our forum.

Intro :00
Billboard 1:18

New Wouxun KG-S88G GMRS Two Way Radio 1:37
First there was the KG-805G, then came the KG-905G, and then the KG-935G. Now Wouxun has a brand new model, the KG-S88G! We go through its features and compare it to other Wouxun GMRS radios.

Questions and Answers 41:08
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Wrap up and Close 47:03
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As we reported in March, the GMRS license application fee is to be lowered from $70 to $35 beginning April 19, 2022. This is certainly a cause for celebration, so in honor of the occasion, we are declaring April 19 National GMRS Day!

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We talk about a new mobile GMRS radio from Midland that has more power, more features and is PC programmable. We also take some of your comments and questions from our email and our forum.

Intro :00
Billboard 1:05

New Midland MXT500 Mobile Radio 1:24
When we first announced the introduction of the Midland MXT400 in 2017, it was met with great excitement, and quickly became a top selling GMRS mobile radio at Buy Two Way Radios. Yet for all its features, there were a few shortcomings, and many GMRS power users were quick to list them. Taking serious note of this, Midland worked to address them. The result is a brand new GMRS mobile, the Midland MXT500.

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We discuss the new FCC rule changes on Part 95 that allow CB radios to operate on FM and location data transmissions on both FRS and GMRS. We also take some of your comments and questions from our blog and our forum.

Intro :00
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The FCC approves FM on CB 2:30
We give you an overview of the FCC approval to allow FM on the CB radio service. We discuss the possible effects of the new rules and speculate when we would likely see new radios that implement them enter the market. Our guest on this episode is our in-house tech for Buy Two Way Radios and longtime CBer, John Sorrentino.

FCC approved location data transmission on FRS and GMRS 27:52
We tell you about the new FCC rule changes that allow location data transmission to the FRS and GMRS.

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Want a more compact mobile GMRS radio with the functionality, quality and performance of a full size model, but without the full size price? The new Wouxun KG-XS20G GMRS Base/Mobile Two Way Radio is the one to choose!

This video provides a quick, yet detailed introductory overview of KG-XS20G, shows off its unique physical attributes, and lists its many powerful features. It's available now and only from Buy Two Way Radios!

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Mobile GMRS radios have become increasingly popular during the last few years. The concept of a mobile or base station radio that operates on the GMRS and is fully compatible with a traditional handheld GMRS transceiver is of great interest to many licensed GMRS operators. Considering that the General Mobile Radio Service includes 22 standard simplex channels, it is naturally assumed that a GMRS mobile will transmit on them all, just like a portable handheld model. But that isn't the case. Why?

Our customers ask us why their mobile GMRS radio cannot access channels 8-14, or can only receive on them. For instance, the Wouxun KG-1000G can receive on those channels, but cannot transmit on them. In the case of Midland's MicroMobiles, channels 8-14 are missing entirely. It isn't just a FAQ from our customers. This is also an item of speculation on GMRS forums and in the comments section of many Youtube videos.

So, what gives? Why are these channels fully accessible on a portable handheld GMRS walkie talkie, but not available for transmit on Part 95 type accepted, FCC approved GMRS mobile or base station radios?

The popular answer provided in these venues commonly focuses on the wattage limitation imposed by the FCC on these channels. The typical line of reasoning is that these channels have a one half watt transmit limit, and high powered mobile radios simply can't reduce their power to such a low level, so therefore they can't transmit on those channels legally. While the wattage theory does make some sense, and the inability to go below one watt may indeed be the case with some mobile radios, this answer is not actually correct.

The real reason can be easily found within the FCC rules for GMRS. Specifically, the rule in Part 95, Subpart E which limits the frequencies commonly assigned to channels 8-14 to hand-held radios only. Here is the applicable section (from § 95.1763 GMRS channels):

(d) 467 MHz interstitial channels. Only hand-held portable units may transmit on these 7 channels. The channel center frequencies are: 467.5675, 467.5875, 467.6125, 467.6375, 467.6625, 467.6875, and 467.7125 MHz.

Those channel center frequencies are the seven frequencies assigned to GMRS channels 8-14.

In other words, only handheld GMRS radios can transmit on channels 8-14 because, well, you can only transmit on channels 8-14 with a handheld GMRS radio.

Yep, because the FCC said so. That's all it is. And there you go.