I also use Open Office for the layout of the scanner info. and so far it seems to work for me
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bchappuie
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I use open office, however the CPS software looks for Excel. And it needs to open with valid subscription.
Sorry I can not help you with CPS software.
You did say the was a Baofang(if missed spelled, Sorry)
You did say the was a Baofang(if missed spelled, Sorry)
TailGator911
Silent Key/KF4ANC
I am reading a lot of favorable reviews for Bridgecom where customers are very happy and satisfied with their follow up (after purchase) emails, their online DMR tutorials, and with their very knowledgeable and helpful staff. Yeah, I am leaning toward the AnyTone AT-878UV Plus package from Bridgecom, with a heavy duty case and speaker mic. For someone testing the DMR waters, the DMR online academy seems like it would be a little more helpful than DMR For Dummies - don't laugh, I am reading this as we speak! 
Strange, maybe you can check WPS Office, it is a another good MS Office alternative with modern design lots of templates and .PDF reader build in ! WPS Office - Free Office Download (Word, Spreadsheets,Presentation, PDF, Templates) for PC & Mobile, Alternative to MS Office
Ubbe
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You can use another program to read and write the database that supports the 1701. sergev/dmrconfig
I havent tried it myself but it supports the DM-1701 as it seems to be the same as the Retivis RT84. You start a dos window on the computer by starting the cmd.exe file in windows. Put the dmrconfig program and csv files at an easy to reach and simple named folder, maybe c:\dmrconfig
Move between drives just by typing the drive letter and colon and then hit enter. The CD command changes to another directory. If you have spaces in names you'll have to use " around them. CD c:\"program files". Then in the correct folder you type dmrconfig and hit enter to see the options and syntax.
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I havent tried it myself but it supports the DM-1701 as it seems to be the same as the Retivis RT84. You start a dos window on the computer by starting the cmd.exe file in windows. Put the dmrconfig program and csv files at an easy to reach and simple named folder, maybe c:\dmrconfig
Move between drives just by typing the drive letter and colon and then hit enter. The CD command changes to another directory. If you have spaces in names you'll have to use " around them. CD c:\"program files". Then in the correct folder you type dmrconfig and hit enter to see the options and syntax.
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TailGator911
Silent Key/KF4ANC
So the bottom line question I have right now - is the AnyTone AT-878UV operational right out of the box?
kayn1n32008
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I don’t know of any DMR radios that are ‘operational right out of the box’
You WILL need to program ANY DMR radio you buy with what ever is locally available to you to use.
KD8DVR
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The newest 878s are band locked.... BUT they are supposed to be locked to the amateur bands. There is software floating around that lets dealers/hams enable certain bands.
UPDATE - Bridgecom has removed the info I cited earlier from their website... apparently NA anymore. Latest info to avoid the band locked issue (which I have not tested) is that you must use the AnyTone CPS for the 878 and pulldown the "Model" menu item and ensure the correct model is selected. This pulldown item has always been in the AnyTone software, but this is the first time I've heard of it actually requiring that you use it (apparently necessary with the newer / upgraded 878).
Anytone 878UV, doesn't miss a beat on DMR. It decodes weaker DMR signals much better than my non-amateur radios with DMR capability
Absolutely not! Any factory frequencies that might be in the radio would be test frequencies and should not be used. While adding analog channels might be fairly straightforward, you'll eventually need to learn how to build your own codeplug, and to do that you'll need to have an understanding of how DMR works. A bit of studying upfront will save you hours of annoyance and frustration. Lots of related info and tutorials on the web.
TailGator911
Silent Key/KF4ANC
Well, of course, what I mean by that is - operational out of the box meaning 'unlocked' as I have read here. Ready to be programmed after the initial setup and battery charge. Yep, I am reading the DMR course offered by Bridgecom right now. I ordered the At-878UV Plus package w/GPS/Blutooth, case, speaker mic, extra battery, etc. Great package with everything I want included. Looking forward to yet another wonderful aspect of this great hobby. It never ends!
w2xq
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Tailgator, if you are new to DMR I *strongly* recommend Amateur radio notes by KE0FHS as a comprehensive introduction to all things digital.
As an aside, judging from on-air comments on the talkgroups I listen to, Anytone seems to prefer having customers do field testing of firmware upgrades. Just be prepared.
As an aside, judging from on-air comments on the talkgroups I listen to, Anytone seems to prefer having customers do field testing of firmware upgrades. Just be prepared.
TailGator911
Silent Key/KF4ANC
Thanks for that, w2xq! I believe I checked that KEOFHS out when you once recommended it to someone else. I will add that to my list to read. Now that I know more about it, it does seem very tempting to QSO with folks all over the world with just a FCC Technician's license.
Somewhat apprehensive about tackling unforeseen software problems with the AT-878UV and hoping I don't have those problems. But, after the reviews I've read, countless UTube vids, and technical comments made here, this radio seems to have a good reputation. Bridgecom seems to have a good customer care reputation and I am ready to jump into their DMR online course. We'll see what happens! Thanks much, w2xq! I always appreciate your information.
JD
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w2xq
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Glad to help a bit.
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