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Wouxun DB-16X  

Dual-Band Two-Way Radio  

Instruction Sheet

SUPPLIED IN THE BOX:

•  FM Dual-band Transceiver

•  Extended life Li-ion battery pack (1700 mAh)

•  Dual-band Antenna

•  Belt Clip

•  Desktop Rapid Charger (charges in 1~3.5 hours)

•  Handstrap

INSTALLING THE BATTERY AND ANTENNA

First, match the guides on the bottom of the battery pack with the back side 

bottom of the radio. Press on the battery as it will latch as you press downward. 

(Press down on each side of the battery to release). Screw in the supplied 

antenna into the top of the radio.

TURNING RADIO ON / OFF

Turn the top knob clockwise to turn radio ON. Turn this same knob counter-

clockwise to turn the radio OFF.

SPEAKER VOLUME ADJUSTMENT

Turn the top knob clockwise to adjust the radio volume higher. Turn this same 

knob counter-clockwise to adjust the radio volume lower.

CHANNEL SELECTION

Turn the top mounted channel selector to the desired channel. Built-in voice will 

announce the channel number as you rotate this knob.

PTT - PUSH TO TALK BUTTON

Press this key to transmit and release to listen.

FLASHLIGHT 

Momentary press the bottom side monitor key (short press) to turn ON/OFF 

Flashlight feature.

MONITOR KEY

Press and hold the monitor key for 2 seconds to turn ON or OFF the radio 

squelch to listen without the tone squelch function.

This Wouxun radio is warranted against failure due to defects in workmanship or 

materials for 12 months from the date of purchase from Powerwerx or an authorized 

Powerwerx dealer. The included radio battery and battery charger are warranted against 

failure due to defects in workmanship or materials for 6 months from the date of purchase 

from Powerwerx or an authorized Powerwerx dealer. If purchased from an authorized 

Powerwerx dealer the item must be returned with a copy of the original sales receipt 

or proof of purchase. Warranty does not include other accessories, antennas or knobs. 

Warranty does not cover damage caused by abuse, accident, misuse, improper or 

abnormal usage, failure to follow instructions, improper installation, alteration, moisture, 

water, lightning, or other incidence of excessive voltage or current. If failure occurs within 

this period, return the radio to Powerwerx at your shipping expense with a full explanation, 

return address and necessary proof of purchase. The device or accessory will be repaired 

or replaced, at our option, without charge, and returned to you at our shipping expense. 

Repaired or replaced items are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty 

period. Powerwerx shall have no liability or responsibility to customer or any other person 

or entity with respect to any liability, loss, or damage.

 

 

 

 

 

 

                   

       Revised 

4-19-2013

Powerwerx, Inc.

263 N Berry St 

Brea, CA 92821

Phone: 714-674-0073

Fax: 714-674-4949

www.powerwerx.com

Getting Started

Congratulations on buying the model DB-16X Dual-band radio which is ideal 
for resturants, retail, schools and the hospitality industries. This two-way radio 
offers many features that can be dealer programmed depending on your 
requirements.  

DB-16X HANDHELD FEATURES:

•  FCC 2013 Narrowband Compliant w/ 2.5 KHz Channel step

•  Frequency Range: Dual-band 136-174 / 406-512 MHz

•  16 Channels (pre-programmed w/ 14 UHF & 2 VHF Channels)

•  Power Output: VHF: 5W High / 1W Low     UHF: 4W High / 1W Low

•  16 Hours of operation:  

(85% Standby / 10% RX / 5% TX on low power)

•  Channel Number and Low Battery Voice Announcement

•  Built in Flashlight, VOX Operation

Powerwerx Limited Warranty Policy

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