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VXD 720 Firmware
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Firmware: VXD Mobile and Portable Ver. R01.11.02 (24 Jan 2013 Zip File 28MB)
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Craig
Most recent posting.
Craig
It was easy getting a Vertex Account. I did it a few weeks ago, and found the
latest firmware and programming software (Clone Editor) available. Mine is
also version R01.07.04. I do have Clone Editor V1.5 build 13, which is
probably the latest version prior to the Narrowband Mandate.
Be forewarned, if you bump the firmware to the latest version, R01.11.02,
the radio will be forced into narrowband on analog channels.
You'll have to contact them for an entitlement ID to enable 25khz spacing
for use on FM amateur radio repeaters.
Read the 'release notes' for CE
Software V2.0 for the VXD radios and you'll see '20/25khz support non-us
version CE for wideband programming'.
I haven't found the link to download
a 'non-US' version of the software. The latest Clone Editor V2.0 has the
added feature to contact VSOL for an entitlement ID to allow 25khz spacing
when programming the radio. It may be an easy task to get, or it may not be.
I know that trying to get an Entitlement ID through MoneyRolla is a PITA.
My radio is working fine with R01.07.04 and Build 13 CE.
There are no new features in the latest firmware that have me wanting to update mine.
latest firmware and programming software (Clone Editor) available. Mine is
also version R01.07.04. I do have Clone Editor V1.5 build 13, which is
probably the latest version prior to the Narrowband Mandate.
Be forewarned, if you bump the firmware to the latest version, R01.11.02,
the radio will be forced into narrowband on analog channels.
You'll have to contact them for an entitlement ID to enable 25khz spacing
for use on FM amateur radio repeaters.
Read the 'release notes' for CE
Software V2.0 for the VXD radios and you'll see '20/25khz support non-us
version CE for wideband programming'.
I haven't found the link to download
a 'non-US' version of the software. The latest Clone Editor V2.0 has the
added feature to contact VSOL for an entitlement ID to allow 25khz spacing
when programming the radio. It may be an easy task to get, or it may not be.
I know that trying to get an Entitlement ID through MoneyRolla is a PITA.
My radio is working fine with R01.07.04 and Build 13 CE.
There are no new features in the latest firmware that have me wanting to update mine.
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They also released CE 2.5 which allows for wideband programming with out the EID.
And the firmware update now enables the keypad for DTMF
From what I see in the Resources tab of downloads, the CE 2.5 is for the EVX 'Everge' DMR radios, not the VXD-720/7200.
Ah, very nice. Thanks for the screenshot and PM confirmations. I'm installing CE 2.5 on another laptop and when it's done I'll get to work updating.
Cool. Thanks for the information clearing up what the latest firmware update accomplishes. I'm done updating my 720 to R01.11.02. RSSI works, analog DTMF works! I use that often as the local UHF repeater here has many controller features accessible by DTMF. And thankful not having to get an EID for wideband. Sweet! Thanks, Scott!
Now to update my 7200...
Now to update my 7200...
Ah, a new feature, called 'Test Mode' under General Settings. AKA 'Service Mode' in Motorola speak.
When enabled, the radio enters into the normal Test Mode when the user presses the side button/programmable button 2 for five times within ten seconds of power up. For Portable only, the radio enters into the ART chamber Test Mode when the side button 1 is pressed for five times within ten seconds of power up.
When enabled, the radio enters into the normal Test Mode when the user presses the side button/programmable button 2 for five times within ten seconds of power up. For Portable only, the radio enters into the ART chamber Test Mode when the side button 1 is pressed for five times within ten seconds of power up.
That was one I wasn't sure about. I never tried it with 1.07. The other one I wasn't sure about was radio check in digital mode.
n2meg
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would like to update
Where or what is the link to the site to register for the software, I want to update my firmware also
please advise thanks...
Where or what is the link to the site to register for the software, I want to update my firmware also
please advise thanks...
https://businessonline.vertexstandard.com/Login.aspx
Register and wait for them to contact you. They wanted a 10 digit Vertex account number from me. I told them I was a ham and they gave me access.
It was pretty painless, and now I have access to most of the Vertex software / firmware.
Just remember to use the Clone Editor 2.5 as noted above when you upgrade the firmware. If not, the program won't like the wideband channels without an EID after the firmware upgrade.
Does Vertex charge a subscription fee for there software like Motorola does?
No they don't. you set up a account and you have access to all their software and current firmware for free.
Ok sounds good. I just registered earlier today on Vertex Online so waiting to hear back from the HelpDesk next week.
Thanks new to the Vertex stuff
Thanks new to the Vertex stuff
They got back to me pretty quick via email. So keep checking your email.
I see that "VXD-DigitalSeries Programming/Vertex_R011110_120101 firmware" update is available. I've loaned my 720 out to someone so I can't try this update. There aren't any Release Notes available for this update. I hope it's not a 'virus' that someone has uploaded to the site without their knowledge. It was uploaded to the site on 23 July. I'm hesitant to try it without seeing what changes to expect first.
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