Recently wanted to get back into using DSD+. I bought the $25 unlimited FastLane Plan but the last email I got for an update was from 2021 and I've read there are recent updates, any help? I would email back but the email said they only respond on the RR forum.
DSDPlus DSD+ Fastlane Program: No Updates?
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cmjonesinc
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You don't receive updates by email. Open your copy of FL and see what is in the log window. Auto update should be turned on by default. If you lost your original FL files you can request a new one by email. Current version is 2.465.
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If he hasn’t used or updated the program since 2021, he might be on an older version that didn’t have the auto-update option. I can’t remember when they added that. He might need to email the developer and ask for a new package to be zipped and sent to him with the current version.
I have indeed lost my original file and don't remember there being an auto update option, but that could easily be on me. Do I reply to the email that I got for my Fastlane file back in 2021, or is there a specific email address I should email into?
I don't remember there being an auto-update feature, but I could've missed that. I don't have my original file anymore so Should I reply to the email I got back in 2021, or is there a different email I should be sending my inquiry to?
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If you have your original link and password that was emailed you can change the last 3 digits on the link to 465 for the current download. I just confirmed it works with my original link from 4 years ago. If you don't have the original email you can email dsdplusfastlane@gmail.com for a new link.
I have my original link still, the method worked, thank you!
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What is a reasonable time to wait for my DSDPlus Fastlane software link? I paid on 5/22/2024 and included my email address in the PayPal comments as indicated on the DSDPlus website but I have had no contact from the developer since then.
Thanks!
Thanks!
Did you check the Spam folder?
Generally it’s pretty quick but like mentioned in numerous other DSDPlus threads, it’s an individual who writes the software and most likely has a 9 to 5 day job with other daily obligations.
Updates are triggered by something new showing up and as Dave3825 said when the DSD author(s) have time to do the coding work.
the process works something like this. Amajor system change or new feature needs to be implemented. This change then needs to be captured, described, Discussed (here in the threads) and submitted by the member ship. The coders then need to figure out what the change is in the data and how to decode the actual change packet. Next they need create code in DSD that isolates the new data packet reads it and processes it to a readable output. Finally they need to add that output to the display window so you can read it. In the background they also need to add the extra data field to one of the support files such as .group etc.
One newer feature that has started to pop up on many P25P2 systems is 'auto aliasing'. This is where the unit keys up and the system controller tells all the receiving units to display a radio name and not the RID number. EG RID 12345 transmits but the receiving units do not display 12345 they display "Pumper 1". A very nice feature. Some systems are lazy and all it shows is "Car 17" but you cannot have everything LOL. I am hoping the DSD people will get around to this in the future.
The best way to keep DSD alive and updated is to support DSD by registering your copy. Another way and this is MY personal suggestion not RR or DSDs is to make a one time donation like $5.00 to DSD even if you have already registered a copy. This shows the coders and developers that there is continuous interest in the program. This also makes it financially worth the developers personal time to invest the effort in adding in updates when discovered.
the process works something like this. Amajor system change or new feature needs to be implemented. This change then needs to be captured, described, Discussed (here in the threads) and submitted by the member ship. The coders then need to figure out what the change is in the data and how to decode the actual change packet. Next they need create code in DSD that isolates the new data packet reads it and processes it to a readable output. Finally they need to add that output to the display window so you can read it. In the background they also need to add the extra data field to one of the support files such as .group etc.
One newer feature that has started to pop up on many P25P2 systems is 'auto aliasing'. This is where the unit keys up and the system controller tells all the receiving units to display a radio name and not the RID number. EG RID 12345 transmits but the receiving units do not display 12345 they display "Pumper 1". A very nice feature. Some systems are lazy and all it shows is "Car 17" but you cannot have everything LOL. I am hoping the DSD people will get around to this in the future.
The best way to keep DSD alive and updated is to support DSD by registering your copy. Another way and this is MY personal suggestion not RR or DSDs is to make a one time donation like $5.00 to DSD even if you have already registered a copy. This shows the coders and developers that there is continuous interest in the program. This also makes it financially worth the developers personal time to invest the effort in adding in updates when discovered.
