I have just purchased the CP185 I am really having trouble on locating the usb driver and the programming software
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Motorola CP185
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Motorola is the source for the software. Call them.
Asking for pirated software is strictly forbidden on this forum.
I am going to give you my raw, unvarnished, and experienced opinion of the CP185 now.
Some may find it rather harsh but I'm just telling you how things are as I have seen them with my own eyes.
Frankly, given how much the software costs, and given the quality of the CP185, my recommendation
to you is that you save your money, sell the CP185, and buy a better radio that's WORTH spending the money to buy the software.
I hold an extremely low opinion of the 185. Many have crossed my test bench. A few have met Mr. Concrete Wall at high speed as a result.
It is not too much to say that I consider the CP185 to be absolute garbage, only slightly better than a CP125, and just a little bit better than a BPR40.
Frankly I have nothing positive to say about Motorola's entry level line of radios. I'd recommend Kenwoods instead.
And I am the original and authentic Motorola Fanboy.
Asking for pirated software is strictly forbidden on this forum.
I am going to give you my raw, unvarnished, and experienced opinion of the CP185 now.
Some may find it rather harsh but I'm just telling you how things are as I have seen them with my own eyes.
Frankly, given how much the software costs, and given the quality of the CP185, my recommendation
to you is that you save your money, sell the CP185, and buy a better radio that's WORTH spending the money to buy the software.
I hold an extremely low opinion of the 185. Many have crossed my test bench. A few have met Mr. Concrete Wall at high speed as a result.
It is not too much to say that I consider the CP185 to be absolute garbage, only slightly better than a CP125, and just a little bit better than a BPR40.
Frankly I have nothing positive to say about Motorola's entry level line of radios. I'd recommend Kenwoods instead.
And I am the original and authentic Motorola Fanboy.
Probably don't have to mention it but I've deleted many off-topic posts.
cabletech
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I agree with elroy about the CP185 being on the low end of the scale. With that said, the same cable that is used for the CP200 is used for the 185.
Software is still available at MOL for$265.00. Part number is RVN5194
Cable is available on ebay.
Software is still available at MOL for$265.00. Part number is RVN5194
Cable is available on ebay.
Here'a constructive suggestion: Find a Motorola PRO series radio like a 5500. Or a Motorola EX500 or EX600. They're far superior radios and can be picked up cheaply on ebay.
They are good enough that I'd say it's worth buying the software and cable for them.
I'm sure you want a good, reliable radio that works well. I've had a good number of the Pros and EX radios come across my bench for routine maintenance but I almost never see a dead one. And they work well. Much higher quality than the CP series.
So that is my professional recommendation for an inexpensive radio. PRO or EX series.
They are good enough that I'd say it's worth buying the software and cable for them.
I'm sure you want a good, reliable radio that works well. I've had a good number of the Pros and EX radios come across my bench for routine maintenance but I almost never see a dead one. And they work well. Much higher quality than the CP series.
So that is my professional recommendation for an inexpensive radio. PRO or EX series.
Thank you I wish I would have asked around much soone, My friend told me Kenwood but again I have learned a tough lesson!?
If this radio does not work out I will be glad to post it on ebay.
Thank You
If this radio does not work out I will be glad to post it on ebay.
Thank You
Thank You
I will shop ebay for the cable and I will contact Motorola for the software I am sure they will point me to the right software.
The 265.00 is no problem.
I did find on Motorola Solutions and downloaded the software but I take it it is the wrong software?
The software from motorola solutions is Business_Radio_CPS_R02.01.exe
On https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4cZvoBlwS0
The screen looks exactly alike.
Thats why I was wondering .
I checked usps.com and the radio will be here Monday so I was wondering about everything I need and I know you can pruchase software off from ebay so I was thinking I might have 2 different sources for the software
I will shop ebay for the cable and I will contact Motorola for the software I am sure they will point me to the right software.
The 265.00 is no problem.
I did find on Motorola Solutions and downloaded the software but I take it it is the wrong software?
The software from motorola solutions is Business_Radio_CPS_R02.01.exe
On https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4cZvoBlwS0
The screen looks exactly alike.
Thats why I was wondering .
I checked usps.com and the radio will be here Monday so I was wondering about everything I need and I know you can pruchase software off from ebay so I was thinking I might have 2 different sources for the software
You CAN purchase motorola software on ebay, but every bit of it is pirated. Motorola's software licensing agreement is very clear on this: No resale of software.
However, it's doubtful that they really care enough to pursue it. Not these days. Motorola is apparently having cashflow issues and isn't spending any money on enforcement of software piracy at this time.
However, it's doubtful that they really care enough to pursue it. Not these days. Motorola is apparently having cashflow issues and isn't spending any money on enforcement of software piracy at this time.
mformby
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Is there any reason you can't take it to a Motorola dealer and have them program it? It will be a lot cheaper than buying the software and cable.
I have purchased the programming software sometime ago for the cp185 along with the programming cable.What would you recommend for kenwood that's around say 174 to 250 each
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