Stingray COM-G95 Mobile Radio Owner’s Manual

: June 5, 2024
: Stingray

Table of Contents

Stingray COM-G95 Mobile Radio
Features
Screen Icons
Operations
Other Settings and Options
Troubleshooting TheCOM-G95
Specifications
References
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Stingray COM-G95 Mobile Radio

Features

TheCOM-G95 mobile 2 way radio is unique for it’s compact body, powerful output and frequency range design. It’s also designed with new and personalized operation menu to give you easy-to-use and exceptional operation experience. We believe its mini size and cost effective price will allow the off-road community the ability to install the radio in more locations without having to modify their vehicles. Before operation and to obtain the best performance, we recommend that you read this user manual carefully to become familiar with the features.

16 transmittable frequencies (Channels 15-30)
8 of which are repeater frequencies (repeaters not available in all areas)
32 Receive only frequencies
7 weather channels
Color Display
Simple plug and play connection to the S4S intercom

Info & Warnings

Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by TheCOM could void your right to operate this unit.
Your radio is set up to transmit a regulated signal on an assigned frequency.
It is against the law to alter or adjust the settings inside the mobile radio to exceed those limitations.
Any adjustment to your radio must be made by qualified technicians.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.
Use only “TheCOM” supplied or approved accessories, cables and headsets.
Turn off your radio prior to entering any area with flammable materials. Do not operate or turn on your mobile radio at a gas station or while fueling your vehicle.
Do not mount your radio in the area over an the air bag deployment area if equipped or in a location that obstructs the drives sight.
Do not expose the radio to direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time, nor place it close to a heat source.
Do not transmit for long intervals, as it may overheat the mobile radio.
Do not pressure wash your COM for any reason. To clean, blow off as much dust and debris then wipe with a damp cloth while the unit is in the OFF position. Allow to dry for several hours then operations may resume.
If the unit emits smoke or an odor, you should immediately cut off the power supply. Then contact us at [email protected].
Protect your unit as much as possible from dusty, damp and wet conditions and never submerge TheCOM
Use the correct power supply. TheCOM is designed to operate at about 13.8V; do not use 24V power supply to TheCOM or mobile radio.
If there’s any electromagnetic interference, please keep the mobile radio away from the sources such as TV set, engine generator etc.

FCC Notice

The COM-G95 operates on GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) frequencies, which require a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) license (learn more here https://www.fcc.gov/general-mobile-radio-service-gmrs ). You must be licensed prior to operating on channels15-30. Serious penalties may result from unlicensed use of GMRS channels, in violation of FCC rules, as stipulated in the Communications Act’s Sections 501 and 502 (amended). You will be issued a call sign by the FCC that should be used for station identification when operating your radio on GMRS channels. You should also cooperate by engaging in permissible transmissions only, avoiding channel interference with other GMRS users, and being prudent with the length of your transmission time. To obtain a license or ask questions about the license application, contact the FCC at 1-888- CALL FCC or go to the FCC’s website: https://www.fcc.gov/ Request form 605. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation

The scanning receiver in this equipment is incapable of tuning, or readily altered, by the user to operate within the frequency bands allocated to the Domestic public Cellular Telecommunications Service in Part 22. WARNING: Modification of this device to receive cellular radiotelephone service signals is prohibited under FCC rules and federal law.

RF Energy Exposure

The COM-G95 is designed to comply with the following national and international standards and guidelines regarding exposure of human beings to radio frequency electromagnetic energy.
United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Code of Federal Regulations: 47 CFR part 2 sub-part J
American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1999 Edition
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP) of the United States, Report 86, 1986
International Commission on Non-lonizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) 1998
To control your exposure and ensure compliance with the general population or uncontrolled environment exposure limits, transmit no more than 50% of the time. The radio generates measurable RF energy exposure only when transmitting.
The consumer must maintain a minimum safe separation distance of 71.76cm from the antenna when transmitting.
The height of the antenna to the ground plane shall not exceed 2.5m.

Getting to Know The COM-G95
Please check the packaging of your radio for any signs of damage. Carefully open the box, if you find the radio or the included accessories are damaged or lost, immediately contact your dealer or us at [email protected]

Front of the Radio

V/M Mode Switch (Channel/Frequency)
Monitor (Moni) function
Call key
FM radio function key
Power, On/Off (Press) & Volume Knob (Rotate)
Exit Menu, Toggle A/B/C/D bands
Display screen
RJ-45 Microphone Connector
Channel Selector (rotate) Menu Knob (Press) Confirm Key (Press)

Stingray COM-G95 Mobile Radio 2 Back of the Radio

TRRS 3.5 mm connection for S4S intercom connection – Pinout diagram below:
DATA, Programming Jack TRS 3.5 mm: (Restricted to comply with FCC Part 95)
Cooling Fan
SO-239 RF Antenna Connector: Connects to PL-259 Antennas
12V DC Power supply (13.8 Volts – 7 Amps peak)

Hand Mic

“MENU” – Function key VFO/MR Toggle (Long Press)
“UP”: – Toggle up
“DOWN” – Toggle down
“EXIT” – Exit the ABCD band selection, activate alarm (Long Press)
“*/SCAN” – Scanning function
“#/LOCK” – High / Low Power Toggle, Keypad Lock (Long Press)
“0” – Number 0
“1” – Number 1
“2” – Number 2
“3” – Number 3
“4” – Number 4
“5” – Number 5
“6” – Number 6
“7” – Number 7
“8” – Number 8
“9” – Number 9

Screen Icons

Stingray COM-G95 Mobile Radio 6

Antenna

Do not transmit without an antenna attached to the mobile radio. This can cause stress and harm to the internal transmitter and damage the mobile radio. Choose an antenna suitable for transmitting on GMRS frequencies (462-467MHz) with and impedance of 50 ohm. If an antenna is not properly tuned for the frequency you transmit on this could cause reflective damage to the radio. Target an SWR of 1.5:1 and never exceed a SWR of 2.5.

Mounting Tips

It is best to mount the antenna to the vehicle’s roof, roll bar or similar location. Specific installation requirements vary between vehicles. Use the following guidelines to install the antenna.
Mount the antenna as high on the vehicle as possible. The higher the better.
Metal surfaces covered by fiberglass or vinyl may affect radio range. Avoid these locations.
If possible, mount the antenna in the center of whatever surface you choose.
Coax cable and connectors should be rated for 50 ohm.
Choose the proper length coax cable for your application. We offer many lengths that typically fit most UTV’s.
- If you have extra length try to re rout the coax to use up the extra length.
- Never coil the coax in a coil or coil the extra around the antenna.
Route the antenna cable through an accessible entry point, such as a firewall grommet or kick panel.
When routing the coax cable, avoid noise sources that create RF energy, such as the ignition system, gauges, power wires, rotation shafts, etc.
Prevent cable damage, such as pinching the coax, sharp edges or right angles. Use sweeping curves .and avoid pinch points between seams. Make use of existing gaskets, grommets and weather stripping to protect the cable along its route or drill relief holes.
Additional grounding of the coax cable may be necessary. To achieve this simply connect a ground wire to a ground location on the vehicle (such as the bodies bare metal) then to the underside of the base of the NMO connector.

Powering TheCOM
It is preferred that TheCOM be connected (the positive lead RED wire) directly to the positive post of the vehicle’s battery. If this is not available a fuse block may be used. If external noises are heard through the radio such as “alternator wine” (could be from pumps, switches, lights, clutch fans, other accessories) it is recommended that the power be re-rout directly to the battery posts.

Turning on the Mobile Radio
- Press and hold the volume knob down until the display lights up.
Turing off the Mobile Radio
- Press and hold the volume knob down until the display powers down.

Operations

Adjusting the volume
The volume control on the mobile radio affects the overall volume to TheCOM users. It is typically set a half a turn from the bottom. Turning the volume clockwise will increase the radio volume and counterclockwise will lower the volume. It is best to adjust the volume while someone else is broadcasting. For best results we suggest setting the radio to the local weather channel (see below common channels for weather frequency) and slowly turn the radio volume clockwise until desired volume is clear. Sometimes backing the volume on the radio slightly will give a clearer communication from outside signals. After the radio is set, fine tune the volume with the individual volume controls found on the intercom.

Receiving & Transmitting a Call
Both the receiving radio and the transmitting radio need to be on the same GMRS frequency (channel) that includes privacy codes (CTCSS or DCS codes). To make a call, press and hold the PTT button wait a moment before speaking and speak into the microphone. If using a headset, make sure that mic is right against your lips. If using a hand mic, hold the hand mic about 1-2 inches from your mouth. To receive a call release the PTT and listen for the transmission to come through. Adjusting your volume as necessary.

Selecting a Channel
Turn the selector knob to select your desired channel. Alternatively, the up and down arrows on the mic will change the channel as long as the keypad is not locked. Note that this model has been restricted to transmit on GMRS frequencies only. Additional frequencies are programed into the radio like the weather channels, but they are receive only. Toggling between Bands A/B/C/D Pressing the “Exit/ABCD” will toggle between the four different band on the radio Stingray COM-G95 Mobile Radio 7

Function Menu
Note that due to part 95 requirements many of the menu functions have been restricted or deactivated. To enter the menu press the knob to the right of the screen. Menus may be quickly jumped to by typing the menu number in on the hand mic

Menu #	Menu Name	Description	Secondary Menu	Notes

0

|

TMR

|

Transmit Multi Receive – This mode selects what displays are monitored in the background besides the primary selected channel

1

|

STEP

|

Frequency Step Size Setup

| 2.50k|

In frequency step in VFO (frequency) mode, press (up) and (down) to select step figure.

sec

| 15 Second Steps

6

|

APO

|

Auto Power Off

|

30, 60 > 300

Minutes

| Time set that the radio will power down after the last signal is

received

Off| Turns off APO option
Menu #| Menu Name| Description| Secondary Menu| Notes
---|---|---|---|---

7

|

WN

|

Bandwidth

10

|

R-DCS

| Receive – Analog Tone Squelch| D023N > D754I| Squelch opens when proper DCS

code is detected

Off| No DCS code required

11

|

R-CTCS

| Receive – Analog Tone Squelch| 67.0 >

254.1 Hz

| Squelch opens when proper CTCSS

tone is detected

Off| No CTCSS tone required

12

|

T-DCS

|

Transmit – DCS Code

| D023N >

D754I

| Transmits specified code
Off| No DCS codes transmitted

13

|

T-CTCS

|

Transmit – CTCSS Code

| 67.0 >

254.1 Hz

| Transmits specified code
Off| No CTCSS codes transmitted

14

|

DTMFS T

|

Determines when DTMF codes are heard through speaker

| Off| No DTMF tone heard

DS-ST

| Only manually keyed DTMF codes are heard

ANI-ST

| Only automatically keyed DTMF codes are heard
DT-ANI| All DTMF codes are heard

15

|

BCL

|

Busy Channel Lockout

|

On

17

|

SC-REV

|

Scan Resume Method

|

TO

| (Time Operations) Scan stops when a signal is detected the scan resumes after approximately 5 seconds (even if the channel is still

active).

CO

| (Carrier Operation) Scan stops when a signal is detected. Scan resumes

when signal disappears

SE

| (Search Operation) Scan stops when signal is detected. Scanning will not

resume.

18

|

OPTSIG

|

Optional Signaling

| Off| No Optional signaling
DTMF| DTMF signaling selected
2 Tone| 2 Tone signaling selected
Menu #| Menu Name| Description| Secondary Menu| Notes
---|---|---|---|---
| | | 5 Tone| 5 Tone signaling selected

19

|

SPMUT E

|

Speaker Mute Setting

| QT| Squelch opens for CTCSS/DCS tones

only.

AND

| Squelch opens when CTCSS/DCS tone is recognized along with the optional signaling.

OR

| Squelch opens when either the CTCSS/DCS tone or the optional signaling is recognized.

20

|

PTT-ID

|

PTT-ID- When to send

0 > 30

| Set delay time before transmitting PTT-ID

22

|

S-INFO

|

Auto Group Dialing

| Group Signal Code Memory|

1 > 15 (Can only be set with software)

23

|

EMC- TP

|

Alarm Mode

CH

| Alarm Channel|

000 > 199

27

| CA- MDF|

Channel A Display Mode

| FREQ| In channel mode, display the selected format in display A
CH
NAME

28

|

CB-BDF

|

Channel B Display Mode

| FREQ| In channel mode, display the selected format in display B
CH
NAME

29

| CC- MDF|

Channel C Display Mode

| FREQ| In channel mode, display the selected format in display C
CH
NAME
30| CD- BDF| Channel D Display Mode| FREQ| In channel mode, display the selected format in display D
CH
Menu #| Menu Name| Description| Secondary Menu| Notes
---|---|---|---|---
| | | NAME|
31| LANGU A| Language| English| Screen prompts display language
Chinese
32| AUTOL K| Auto Keypad Lock| On| Keypad Auto Lock Enabled
Off| Keypad Auto Lock Disabled

33

|

MAINF C

|

Main LCD display foreground color (Text)

|

Select Color

|

Black, White, Red, Blue, Green, Yellow, Indigo, Purple, Gray

34

|

MAINB C

|

Main LCD display background color

|

Select Color

|

Black, White, Red, Blue, Green, Yellow, Indigo, Purple, Gray

35

|

MENU FC

|

On screen menu foreground color (text)

|

Select Color

|

Black, White, Red, Blue, Green, Yellow, Indigo, Purple, Gray

36

|

MENU BC

|

On screen menu background color

|

Select Color

|

Black, White, Red, Blue, Green, Yellow, Indigo, Purple, Gray

37

|

STA-FC

|

Status (Top) bar display foreground color (text)

|

Select Color

|

Black, White, Red, Blue, Green, Yellow, Indigo, Purple, Gray

38

|

STA-BC

|

Status (Top) bar display background color

|

Select Color

|

Black, White, Red, Blue, Green, Yellow, Indigo, Purple, Gray

39

|

SIG-FC

|

Bottom bar display foreground color (text)

|

Select Color

|

Black, White, Red, Blue, Green, Yellow, Indigo, Purple, Gray

40

|

SIG-BC

|

Bottom bar display background color (text)

|

Select Color

|

Black, White, Red, Blue, Green, Yellow, Indigo, Purple, Gray

41

|

RX-FC

|

Main LCD receiving color foreground color (text)

|

Select Color

|

Black, White, Red, Blue, Green, Yellow, Indigo, Purple, Gray

42

|

TX-FC

|

Main LCD TX color foreground color (text)

|

Select Color

|

Black, White, Red, Blue, Green, Yellow, Indigo, Purple, Gray

Menu #	Menu Name	Description	Secondary Menu	Notes

43

|

TXDISP

|

Transmit Display

|

Power

| Display Power level on bottom

display bar

MIC-V

| Display Mic Audio level on bottom display bar
44| MEM- CH| Program Channel|

000 > 199

| Indicates channel number to be stored to memory (Disabled)
45| DEL-CH| Delete Channel|

000 > 199

| Indicates channel number to be

deleted from memory

46

|

SFT-D

|

Frequency shift direction

50

|

REP-S

|

Repeater Activation Tone

| 1000Hz,

1450Hz,

1750Hz,

2100Hz

|

Audible tone for repeater activation

51

|

REP-M

|

Repeater forwarding Mode

| Off| Function Off
CARRI| Forward after receiving carrier

CTDCS

| Forward after receiving correct CTDCS

TONE

| Forward after receiving correct

mono audio (Menu 42)

DTMF

| Forward after receiving assigned DTMF code (ANI)

52

|

TMR- MR

| TMR – Return time delay to primary channel; this is the time delay before returning indicator to the primary channel for TMR

(Menu # 0).

| Off| Function Off – Transmits always on Primary channel

1 > 50

seconds

| This is the delay time before returning to the primary channel after secondary signal is clear

53

|

STE

| Squelch tail elimination requires both radios to have function “ON”| Off| Function Off
On| Eliminates squelch tail at end of transmission

54

|

RP-STE

| Repeater Squelch Tail Elimination Requires a repeater using this

function

G

| DTMF Gain / Audio level| 0 > 60| 0 = Lowest Audio Gain;

60 = Highest Gain

Menu #	Menu Name	Description	Secondary Menu	Notes

57

|

PONKE Y

|

Turn on radio by connected power supply

| Off| After energizing, radio powers on

automatically

Other Settings and Options

Programing

Adding or removing frequencies and programing has be locked out of this model even with programing software to comply with FCC regulations. GMRS channels 015 – 030 are programed to transmit and receive. All other loaded frequencies are receive only. See the frequency chart for more information.

Keypad Lock-out
Hold the microphone “#” for 2-3 seconds to turn on / off the keypad lock-out. Once locked a lock icon appears in the radio menu bar.

PTT ID
Requires programing software to change the PTT ID code. Refer to Function menu to display PTT ID.

Scanning Modes
The scanner is configurable to one of three ways of operation: Time, carrier or search, each of which is explained in further details in their respective section below.

Press the (Menu) key to enter the menu.
Enter “17” on your numeric keypad to come to scanner mode.
Press the (Menu) key to select.
Use the and (UP ↑) and (DOWN ↓) keys to select scanning mode.
Press the (MENU) key to confirm and save.
Press the (EXIT/AB) key to exit the menu.

See the function menu for the different scanning mode options and how each function operates.

GMRS Repeaters

Memory channels 23 – 30 contain GMRS repeater channels. These channels should be operated with permission form your local repeater operators. For more local information seek out your local frequency coordinator. http://www.sbe.org/sections/freq_local.php

Troubleshooting TheCOM-G95

If you experience difficulties using your COM we have many technical help references, videos, blogs and self-help on our website https://utvocm.com or the below chart can help t correct common operation problems. If you have a problem which you believe requires service, please call first and speak with a service technician at 208-779-2891. Many problems can be remedied over the phone without returning the unit for service.

Issue	Check
Radio will not power on	Check the vehicles battery to ensure that it is

properly working and is charged
Check the inline fuses and replace if needed.
Check the input power connections, replace if needed.
Keypad is not responding or radio is not changing| Make sure the keypad and radio is not locked (look for the lock icon in the radio display). Refer to the function menu to unlock the keypad/radio.
Power down the radio and power it back on
Make sure the hand mic is plugged in the RJ-45 all the way.
Cannot transmit| Make sure you are on GMRS channels 15-30. All other channels are restricted to receive only to comply with FCC Part 95
If you have an intercom, check that your PTT is connected properly into the intercom “PTT” port and that intercom is connected to the radio via the proper TRRS (22 gauge wire shielded or larger) jumper wire
Cannot Receive| Verify both radios are on the same frequency / channel.
Make sure you are in range of the other radio, repeater or incoming

transmission.

Make sure your signal is not obstructed by mountains, buildings or other obstructions.

Specifications

Description	Spec
Frequency Range (MHz)	VHF: 136-174 MHz Rx only UHF: 400-470 MHz Rx only GMRS

(Channels 015-030) Tx/Rx

GMRS (Channels 01-014) Rx Only

Memory Channels| 200
Frequency Stability| ±2.5ppm
Frequency Step (kHz| 2.5k/5.0k/6.25k/10.0k/12.5k/25.0k
Squelch Setup| CARRIER / CTCSS / DCS / 5Tone / 2 Tone / DTMF
Antenna Impedance| 50 Ohm
Operating Temperature| -20ºC ( -4ºF) to 60ºC (140ºF)
Supply voltage| 13.8V DC±15%
Dimension| 5.7(W) x 1.85 (H) x 7.5 (D)in
Weight| 998 g (2.2 lb)
Description| Broadband| Narrow Band
---|---|---
Sensitivity| ≤ 0.25 µV| ≤ 0.35 µV
Channel Choice| ≥ 70 dB| ≥ 60 dB
Intermodulation| ≥ 65 dB| ≥ 60 dB
Spurious Rejection| ≥ 70 dB| ≥ 70 dB
Audio response| +1~-3dB (0.3-3KHz)| +1~-3dB (0.3-2.55KHz)
Signal to noise ratio| ≥ 45 dB| ≥ 40 dB
Audio distortion| ≤ 5%
Audio output power| ≥ 2W ± 10%
Description| Broadband| Narrow Band
---|---|---
Output Power| 20W UHF (VHF is disabled)
Modulation Mode| 16KΦF3E| 11KΦF3E
Channel Power| ≥ 70 dB| ≥ 60 dB
Signal to Noise Ratio| ≥ 40 dB| ≥ 36 dB
Parasitic Harmonic| ≥ 60 dB| ≥ 60 dB
Audio Response| +1~-3dB (0.3-3KHz)| +1~-3dB (0.3-2.55KHz)
Audio Distortion| ≤ 5%

Frequency List

Channel	Band	Frequency Rx	Frequency Tx
1	UHF	462.5625
2	UHF	462.5875
3	UHF	462.6125
4	UHF	462.6375
5	UHF	462.6625
6	UHF	462.6875
7	UHF	462.7125
8	UHF	467.5625
9	UHF	467.5875
10	UHF	467.6125
11	UHF	467.6375
12	UHF	467.6625
13	UHF	467.6875
14	UHF	467.7125
15	UHF	462.5500	462.5500
16	UHF	462.5750	462.5750
17	UHF	462.6000	462.6000
18	UHF	462.6250	462.6250
19	UHF	462.6500	462.6500
20	UHF	462.6750	462.6750
21	UHF	462.7000	462.7000
22	UHF	462.7250	462.7250
23	UHF	462.5500	467.5500
24	UHF	462.5750	467.5750
25	UHF	462.6000	467.6000
26	UHF	462.6250	467.6250
27	UHF	462.6500	467.6500
28	UHF	462.6750	467.6750
29	UHF	462.7000	467.7000
30	UHF	462.7250	467.7250
31	VHF	151.6250
32	VHF	151.7150
33	VHF	154.9800
34	VHF	151.6850
35	VHF	151.9250
36	VHF	150.8600
37	VHF	153.1100
Channel	Band	Frequency Rx	Frequency Tx
---	---	---	---
38	VHF	152.9600
39	VHF	151.5050
40	VHF	153.3950
41	VHF	153.3800
42	VHF	155.1600
43	VHF	153.2450
44	VHF	151.7750
45	VHF	151.4900
46	VHF	154.5150
47	VHF	156.6750
48	VHF	152.5100
49	VHF	157.4500
50	VHF	153.1850
51	VHF	162.5500
52	VHF	162.4000
53	VHF	162.4750
54	VHF	162.4250
55	VHF	162.4500
56	VHF	162.5000
57	VHF	162.5250