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Operation
in your group is using.
Most rules for GMRS are the same for all channels, but there are a few differences,
particularly concerning output power. The GMRS channels on the KG-S88G consist of
4 groups, with the following differences:
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Transmitting on GMRS channels 1-7 is limited to 5 watts of output power. These
channels can transmit at up to High power on the KG-S88G.
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Transmitting on channels 8-14 is limited to a half watt of output power and is for
use on Low power only. Prior to FCC changes made in 2017, these channels were
part of the FRS service only and were not available for GMRS.
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Transmitting on channels 15-22 is allowed at High power on the KG-S88G. These
channels are authorized for up to 50 watts of output power. Prior to FCC changes
made in 2017, this group was exclusive to GMRS (not part of FRS).
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Channels 23-30 receive on the same frequencies as channels 15-22, but transmit on
a special offset frequency set aside for repeaters. See page 30 for more informa-
tion about using the KG-S88G with repeaters.
