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Astro spectra tuner problem

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So I can't believe I am having a brain fart tonight but maybe someone here can help a guy out. Tuner will not read my astro spectra. I turn the rib on first, than radio and read it. I have ran tuner in the past (about 9 months ago) and never had an issue. Am I doing something wrong

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Microsoft Windows likes to steal the com port. Restart windows from a cold start, Then run Tuner. Check the Tuner's settings.
 

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Microsoft Windows likes to steal the com port. Restart windows from a cold start, Then run Tuner. Check the Tuner's settings.

Nope still not reading is there a possibility the 9v in the rib is getting old and not enough ? I can use CPS fine

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Nope still not reading is there a possibility the 9v in the rib is getting old and not enough ? I can use CPS fine

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If you have the correct programming cable, the radio powers the RIB.

"not reading"? Does the radio's control head display go to CSQ 1when Tuner starts trying to read?
 

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If you have the correct programming cable, the radio powers the RIB.

"not reading"? Does the radio's control head display go to CSQ 1when Tuner starts trying to read?

Switched to comport 1 on the computer and it worked. I guess even tho tuner allows ports 1,2 & 3, 2 & 3 were a no go. It works was able to tune the radio. Thanks to all who participated.:thumbup:

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