It isn’t an exaggeration: the audio quality is so good that you’ll turn old hams red in the face when you tell them you’re pulling it off with a $100 radio off Amazon. *Vastly* better than a UV-5R. * Very good power output at both UHF and VHF frequencies! * No built-in support for digital modes (do it, Wouxun!)
How do I program my Wouxun radio?
How to program the Wouxun KG-UV9D directly from the radio
- Press [BAND] and choose the A Side (upper display) as MAIN.
- Press and hold [TDR] for two seconds and enter Frequency Mode.
- Enter the frequency.
- optional – Enter the transmit CTCSS/DCS code.
- Assign the frequency to a channel.
Where is Wouxun made?
In the high-tech park in Quanzhou, a modern factory belonging to WOUXUN has been designed and built.
How do you pronounce Wouxun?
Wouxun is o-SHUN. o-SHUN. Chinese for “vaporware.”
What makes the kg uv8d so special?
Wouxun has given the the KG UV8D a face that is as functional as it is cosmetically pleasing. The LCD screen is large, colorful and bright, with room to display all the information needed to operate the radio on both bands in any mode! The Power-On display is also customizable and voice prompts assist you with menu navigation.
How much does the Wouxun kg-uv8d cost?
REG $159.99! BATTERY UPGRADE!! The Wouxun KG-UV8D is a Dual Band, Dual Frequency UHF/VHF Two Way Radio loaded with powerful features at an affordable price. With 4 watts UHF and 5 watts VHF, the KG-UV8D provides the RF carrier power of a high end portable handheld without the high end cost.
Does the uv8d go to both transmit and receive?
No, it won’t go to either of those frequencies. The software opens the UV8D to its full operation capacity. The frequency range software on the Miklor website works well. They don’t mention that the upper set of limits are for receive and the lower set of limits are for transmit, for each band.
What is Power Saver mode on the kg-uv8d?
Power Saver Mode helps increase efficiency and preserve battery life. This version of the Wouxun KG-UV8D comes with a 2600mAh rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack, belt clip, removable antenna, wrist strap, desktop charger, AC cord, owner’s manual and a one year manufacturer warranty from Wouxun.
