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DANGER! | Personal death, serious injury or an explosion may occur. |
WARNING! | Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock may occur. |
CAUTION | Equipment damage may occur. |
NOTE | Recommended for optimum use. No risk of personal injury, fire or electric shock. |
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The battery has sufficient capacity.
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The battery is exhausted a little.
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The battery is nearing exhaustion.
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The battery is almost fully exhausted. Immediately charge thebattery pack. *After a while, the icon blinks and the transceiver will beturned OFF.
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BATTERY ICON
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Displays the current capacity of the attached battery pack.
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Receive and transmit frequencies are inverted in frequency mode/channel mode. |
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T | Off-network mode, the transmit and receive frequencies are adjusted to the same. |
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SC
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Special voice encryption status/frequency hopping function. |
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MAIN
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Main frequency or channel.
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AB A Segment B Segment Transmit
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Indicates the respective frequency segment.
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Signal Strength Received
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Current strength of the transmitted signal.
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Signal Strength | Aktuelle Leistung des empfangenen Signals. |
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Modulati on Level
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Current amplitude of the transmitted audio. |
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VFO |
In frequency mode.
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| TONE ICONS | Displayed when the Tone function is turned ON, and indicates which Tone function is in use. | |
DS | Enables dual-band standby function, which can simultaneously monitor the two frequencies or channels displayed in standby mode. | |
| VOX ICON | Displayed when the VOX function is ON. | |
| PRIORITY SCAN ICON | Scanning mode. | |
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KEY LOCK ICON
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Keyboard is locked. Press and hold the FM key to unlock.
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Watch | Enables watch mode. | |
DCS ICONS | Indicates the current sub-audible tone is a digital sub-audible tone. When transmitting, this symbol appears, indicating the transmission of a digital sub-audible tone signal. | |
CTCSS ICONS | Indicates the current sub-audible tone is an analog sub-audible tone.When transmitting, this symbol appears, indicating the transmission of an analog sub-audible tone signal. | |
HIHG POWER ICONS | Current transmission power is high power. | |
LOW POWER ICONS | Current transmission power is low power. | |
N | Indicates that the channel is operating in narrowband mode. | |
+ | Indicates the transmission frequency is the receive frequency plus an offset frequency. | |
- | Indicates the transmission frequency is the receive frequency minus an offset frequency. | |
AM ICONS | Indicates the current frequency is in AM modulation mode. | |
001-256 | In channel mode. | |
Selected | Menu selected item. |

Tuning Step (kHz) | Typical Use |
5 | Fine tuning for precision frequency control |
10 | Standard amateur radio frequency steps |
15 | Slightly broader tuning for quick adjustments |
20 | Useful for commercial broadcasting tuning |
25 | Standard public service band tuning |
30 | Broad tuning for scanning wide frequency ranges |
50 | Rapid scanning across bands |
100 | High-speed scanning for quick searches |
125 | Ultra-wide adjustments for specialized applications |
200 | Maximum range scanning for extensive searches |
The transceiver does not turn ON.
The battery is incorrectly installed. → Remove the battery pack and reinstall it.
The battery pack is exhausted. → Charge or replace the battery pack.
Poor battery contact due to dirt or damage. → Clean the battery terminals. If the issue persists, contact your dealer or an authorized service center.
No sound comes from the speaker (or weak/intermittent sound).
The volume level is too low. → Rotate the volume control knob to increase the audio level.
The battery voltage is low. → Charge or replace the battery pack.
The antenna is loose or improperly installed. → Turn OFF the radio, then reassemble the antenna properly.
The speaker is blocked or damaged. → Clean the speaker surface. If the issue persists, contact your dealer or an authorized service center.
Unable to communicate with other group members.
Frequency or signaling settings are inconsistent. → Ensure all radios in your group are configured to the same frequency and signaling (CTCSS/DCS) settings.
The distance between radios is too far. → Move closer to other group members to ensure you are within range.
Unwanted noise or other calls appear on the channel.
Interference from other users on the same frequency. → Change to a different frequency or increase the squelch level.
No sub-audible signaling (CTCSS/DCS) is set. → Set a sub-audible signaling code for all radios in the group to filter out unwanted interference. Note: Signaling settings must be identical across all handheld units in the group.
Excessive background noise during communication.
The radios are too far apart. → Move closer to other group members to ensure you are within range.
Obstructed communication path (e.g., tall buildings, basements). → Move to an open, flat, or elevated area to improve signal line-of-sight.
Electromagnetic interference. → Move away from devices or environments that may cause high electromagnetic interference (e.g., power substations, large motors).
The "End Tone" option is missing from the menu.
Outdated firmware. → This feature is only available in firmware version V1.13 and later. Please update your device to version V1.14 or later to access this functionality.
DC1200 signaling end tone is not heard through the repeater.
Repeater decoding failure.
→ The repeater may have the signaling decoding function disabled or incompatible. Please verify that the repeater is configured to support/pass through the DC1200 signaling protocol.
| Number | Menu | Description |
| 00 | ROGER | OFF: No tone at the end of transmission. BEEP(End Tone): The default end of transmission tone. DC1200: A distinctive signaling end tone. |
| 01 | TXP | High Power: High power transmission on the current frequency or channel. Medium Power: Medium power transmission on the current frequency or channel. Low Power: Low power transmission on the current frequency or channel. |
| 02 | SQL | 0~9: Squelch levels range from 0 to 9, with lower levels being more prone to interference and higher levels having reduced sensitivity. Setting the level at 5 is advised. |
| 03 | STEP | 2.5K、5K、6.25K、10K 12.5K、20K、25K 30K、50K: In frequency mode, pressing the up or down key changes the step value of the frequency. |
| 04 | S-D | OFF: In frequency mode, turn off the offset between the transmit and receive frequencies; it is off by default. +: In frequency mode, the transmit frequency is equal to the receive frequency plus the offset frequency, typically used for accessing repeater stations. -: In frequency mode, the transmit frequency is equal to the receive frequency minus the offset frequency, typically used for accessing repeater stations. |
| 05 | SET | 000.000~999.995: In frequency mode, the difference between the transmit and receive frequencies can be adjusted (whether an offset is applied is controlled by the offset direction setting). |
| 06 | R-CTCSS | OFF: Turn off the analog sub-audio (press 0 in the sub-audio frequency selection list for a quick shutdown). 67.0~254.1: Use the up/down keys to select from the standard sequence of analog sub-audio tones; alternatively, you can enter non-standard sub-audio tones using the keyboard. |
07 | T-CTCSS | OFF: Deactivate analog sub-tone (press 0 in the sub-tone selection list for rapid deactivation). 67.0~254.1: Navigate through the standard sequence of analog. sub-tones using the up/down keys; non-standard sub-tones can also be input directly via the keyboard. |
08 | MEN -CH | 001~999: In frequency mode or channel mode, select the channel number to save. If CH is displayed, it indicates the channel is already saved, and the current channel will be overwritten. |
09 | TDR | ON: Enable simultaneous monitoring of two frequencies or channels. OFF: Monitor only the main frequency or channel indicated by the MAIN icon. |
10 | TX-A/B | OFF: The MAIN icon indicates which frequency or channel will be transmitted. If【 Side Key 2 】is set to PTT B, this function is disabled. A: Regardless of where the MAIN icon is selected, transmission occurs only on the frequency or channel of Segment A. B: Regardless of where the MAIN icon is selected, transmission occurs only on the frequency or channel of Segment B. |
11 | MDF-A | Channel Name: In channel mode, display the channel name. Channel Frequency: In channel mode, display the channel frequency. Channel Number: In channel mode, display the channel number. |
12 | MDF-B | Channel Name: In channel mode, display the channel name. Channel Frequency: In channel mode, display the channel frequency. Channel Number: In channel mode, display the channel number. |
13 | R-DCS | OFF Turn off digital sub-tone (press 0 in the sub-tone selection list for a quick shutdown). D023N~D754I Select the standard sequence of digital sub-tones using the up/down keys. |
14 | T-DCS | OFF Disable digital sub-tone (press 0 in the sub-tone selection list to quickly turn it off). D023N~D754I Use the up/down keys to select from the standard sequence of digital sub-tones. |
15 | SCAN CTCSS | Scan Activated In frequency mode, scan for analog sub-tones set by other transmitters on the current frequency; the scan will automatically stop when one is found. (Not available in channel mode) |
16 | SCAN DCS | Scan Activated In frequency mode, scan for digital sub-tones set by other transmitters on the current frequency. (Not available in channel mode). |
17 | CDCSS SAVE MODE | All If using the scan for analog sub-tone or digital sub-tone function, once a sub- tone is detected, it is automatically saved as the receive and transmit sub-tone for the current frequency. Receive Scanning for analog or digital sub-tones will automatically save the detected sub-tone as the receive sub-tone for the current frequency. Transmit When scanning for analog or digital sub-tones, the detected sub-tone is automatically saved as the transmit sub-tone for the current frequency. |
18 | SCAN ADD | Add If the current channel needs to be included in the scan, it should be set to add status. Delete If the current channel should not be scanned, set it to delete status. |
19 | CH- NAME | Default settings: Channels 1-10, Workgroups 1-10, Repeaters 1-10. You can assign a name to the current channel or customize it through programming software. |
20 | DELCH | 001-999 Delete the stored information of the current channel; if CH-001 is displayed, it means the channel is already saved. If 001 is shown, the channel is free and has no stored information, making the operation invalid. |
21 | RX END TAIL | OFF No beep after receiving. GSTAR If the transmitting device activates the tail tone elimination feature, the receiver will hear a simulated GSTAR signal beep. If this feature is not activated, the receiver will first hear the persistent click sound. |
22 | RP-STE | 1-10s When transmitting through a repeater, after the sender releases the PTT button and the device switches to receive mode, the delay from the repeater can cause a momentary signal and noise to be received. Adjusting the value of this menu item properly can prevent noise in the device during repeater transmission. OFF If the noise is needed to confirm whether the repeater is working, this menu can be turned off. |
23 | TAIL PHASE | None Default is set to 90 degrees. 120 degrees 180 degrees 240 degrees Select the appropriate phase according to different repeaters to eliminate the click end tone. |
24 | RPT-RL | 1-10s When relaying signals through a repeater, to confirm whether the repeater has relayed the signal for the device, utilize the delay time when the repeater stops transmitting. This allows the device to confirm that the signal has been relayed. This menu item adjusts the duration of the noise that occurs for this confirmation. |
25 | S-CODE ( Squelch Tail Eliminate) | OFF Turn off this feature if the noise is not needed. |
26 | DTMF CODE | OFF Turn off DTMF encoding. BOT Press the PTT button to transmit a DTMF code. EOT Press and release the PTT button to transmit a DTMF code. BOTH Release the PTT button to transmit a DTMF code. |
27 | DTMFST | OFF No sidetone is emitted for keypad tones during transmission. PTT + ID The device emits the tone sound when keypad tones are used during transmission. ID The device emits the tone sound during automatic ID transmission. Side-tone The device emits the tone sound for both keypad and automatic ID transmissions. |
28 | TONE | TONE 1000hz Plays a specific tone when Side Key 3 is pressed while pressing PTT. 1450hz 1750hz 2100hz |
29 | PTT- LT | 0Ms、100Ms、200Ms 400Ms、600Ms 800Ms、1000Ms Delay time before automatic encoding. |
30 | VOX | OFF Turn off voice-operated transmission (VOX). Level 1-9 Activate voice control sensitivity, where level 1 is the most sensitive and level 9 is the least sensitive. |
31 | VOX DELAY | 0.5sec~2.0sec From 0.5 to 2.0, with 0.1 increments as options. |
32 | VOICE -PRI | OFF Turn off encryption to ensure compatibility with standard analog systems. Encryption 1, Encryption 2, Encryption 3. Activate frequency hopping with the option to select an encryption group. Only devices with matching encryption groups can communicate. Once enabled, accessing repeaters is not possible. |
33 | TOT(Tim -Out Timer) | OFF Disable transmission time limit. 30 sec、 60 sec、120 sec 240 sec、 480 sec Set the maximum transmission time when PTT is pressed. |
34 | W/N | Wide Operate in wide band. Narrow Operate in narrow band. |
35 | BCL | OFF Turn off busy channel lock. ON Activate busy channel lock. |
36 | STE | OFF Release the PTT without sending a shutdown code, typically used in relay transfer to produce noise, confirming if the signal from the device is being relayed. ON After releasing the PTT button, the device emits a shutdown code to suppress the momentary noise at the receiving end. |
| 37 | SC-REV (Scan Resume) | Time Time-controlled scanning pauses on signal detection, holding for about 5 seconds before resuming, even if the signal persists. Carrier Carrier-controlled scanning pauses on signal detection and remains on that frequency until the signal ceases, with a 2-second delay before scan resumes to allow response transmission. Search Search scanning exits scan mode and stays on the frequency when a signal is detected. |
38 | SAVE | OFF Turn off power-saving mode. Normal Saving Engage standard power-saving. Super Saving Engage enhanced power-saving. Deep Saving Engage maximum power-saving. |
39 | AL- MOD | Send Alert Code Only send the alert code when SOS button is pressed. Send Alert Tone Send an alert tone when SOS button is pressed. Local Alarm Only the device emits an alarm sound when SOS is pressed. |
40 | PF2 | FM Radio Activates the FM radio function. Transmit Power Switch between high and low power. Scan Scan frequencies or channels. Search Scan frequencies and sub-tones. Weather Forecast Activate the weather forecast function. Remote Sub-tone Scan Activate remote sub-tone scanning. PTT B Set Side Key 2 as the transmit button for Band B. |
41 | PF2 LONG PRESS | FM Radio Activates FM radio function. Transmit Power Switch between high and low power. Scan Scan frequencies or channels. Search Scan frequencies and sub-tones. Weather Forecast Activate the weather forecast function. Alarm Emit an alarm (similar to SOS button function). DTMF Enter DTMF encoding mode. |
42 | PF3 | FM Radio Activates FM radio function. Transmit Power Switch between high and low power. Scan Scan frequencies or channels. Search Scan frequencies and sub-tones. Weather Forecast Activate the weather forecast function. Alarm Emit an alarm (similar to SOS button function). DTMF Enter DTMF encoding mode. |
43 | TOP KEY | Invert Frequency Switch the inversion of transmit and receive frequencies; toggle off-network mode where transmit and receive frequencies are the same. DTMF Enter DTMF encoding mode. Weather Forecast Activate the weather forecast function. Search Scan frequencies and sub-tones. |
44 | ABR Auto Backlight | Always-On Keep the backlight always on, not turning off automatically. 5s、10s、15s、20s 30s、1min、2min、3min Set the duration after which the system automatically turns off the backlight without any operation. |
45 | VOICE | OFF Turn off Chinese voice prompts during menu operations. ON Enable Chinese voice prompts during menu operations. |
46 | BEEP PRO -MPT | OFF Disable the beep/buzz sound for keyboard operations. ON Enable the beep/buzz sound for keyboard operations. |
47 | MENU EXIT TIME | 5s、10s、15s、20s 25s、30s、35s、40s 45s、50s、60s Set the duration after which the system automatically exits to standby mode without any operation. |
48 | AUTO -LOCK | OFF Do not automatically lock the keyboard; keep it always active. 5s、10s、15s Set the duration after which the system automatically locks the keyboard with no operation; only PTT, Side Key 2, and Side Key 3 remain usable. Press and hold the FM key to unlock. |
49 | POWER ON MSG | Default Icon Default to Talkpod logo. Battery Voltage Display current battery voltage. |
50 | LANGU -AGE | CHINESE Menu displays in Chinese. ENGLISH Menu displays in English |
51 | ANI NAME | System default: Machine 1-50, HAM1-HAM10. Name the device or customize it via programming software, including call sign. |
52 | Instruc -tions | View Instructions Display a QR code that can be scanned with a smartphone to access the user manual for the current model. |
53 | RESET | Frequency Mode Clears all channels, but not the set function options. All Erases all channels and function settings, restoring to factory defaults. |
54 | VERSI -ON | Version Information View the current software version. |