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Retevis Software for Retevis NR40?

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I have ordered a couple of Retevis NR40 radios. When I go on the Retevis site, and look for programming software, I don't see any listed for this radio. I have messaged them about this, but so far, haven't received a reply. Has anyone had any success programming these?
 
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They seem pretty solid and well made. They have a good feel in the hand. They don't have as much receive volume as I would like. I like the way the display is made into the front, and doesn't have a separate window. I haven't used DMR much at all, and the voice has a weird quality to me. The scan speed is pretty slow. It offers what appears to be voice inversion in analog mode. I haven't tried it yet, but I believe it will be simple to program out of band. The frequencies are all in ascii in the code plug. Looks like the encryption key is that way as well. The keys are generated within the CPS itself, and probably aren't all that secure. I also like the fact that the battery has a type "C" USB jack for easy charging from a phone charger. The programming, and accessory connector reminds me of the Motorola Visar. If you buy 2, they come with a programming cable. I plan on using mine on GMRS. There are a couple of open repeaters nearby. Yes, I know they are not type accepted for part 95.
 
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WPXS472 said:
They seem pretty solid and well made. They have a good feel in the hand. They don't have as much receive volume as I would like. I like the way the display is made into the front, and doesn't have a separate window. I haven't used DMR much at all, and the voice has a weird quality to me. The scan speed is pretty slow. It offers what appears to be voice inversion in analog mode. I haven't tried it yet, but I believe it will be simple to program out of band. The frequencies are all in ascii in the code plug. Looks like the encryption key is that way as well. The keys are generated within the CPS itself, and probably aren't all that secure. I also like the fact that the battery has a type "C" USB jack for easy charging from a phone charger. The programming, and accessory connector reminds me of the Motorola Visar. If you buy 2, they come with a programming cable. I plan on using mine on GMRS. There are a couple of open repeaters nearby. Yes, I know they are not type accepted for part 95.
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