MD-380 Newbie Needs Help

W8RMH · Jul 27, 2016

I just got this radio and can't get it to connect. I downloaded the driver and it makes the connect sounds but I don't think the driver is working. Any tips? I have programmed many scanners and radios but having problems getting started with this one.

bharvey2 · Jul 28, 2016

Are you using the cable made specifically for the MD380 ? Other cables, such as those that fit some Kenwood and Wouxun radios don't work with the MD380. Also, I've noticed that the cable/software/radio can be quite finicky in the order that they are connected and powered up.

N4KVE · Jul 28, 2016

One of the local ham radio clubs offers help in programming these CCR's every month on a Saturday morning at the local fire department. See if any of your clubs offer the same assistance.

cmjonesinc · Jul 28, 2016

Like bharvey2 said make sure you're using the tyt cable made for that radio. The one for it doesn't have a chip in the cable, it's a straight through cable as the chip is in the radio. It looks the same as kenwood and all the chinese cables but its different.

W8RMH · Jul 29, 2016

I have the TYT labeled cable that came with it. Spent all evening with this thing following instructions found on the web with no luck. I will be returning it.

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