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Firmware - software versions

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kb5vai

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I have a ef johnson 5100 ht model
242-5113-610GL4
What is the current firm ware version and program software version for this radio? I kno when upgrading will have to match software to firmware.
Will upgrading firmware retain programming?
Can firmware be upgraded in one shot that is lowest to highest with no in between upgrades?
Reliable source for firmware and software?
Thanks
Heath
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The software version depends on the 5100 firmware version. Depending on the use I have gen 1's working beside gen 4's with no problems.
Firmware 06.16.04
Software 02.18.06
 
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Thanks. How do i find what gen this radio is?
I also doubt this is a es version.
 

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Unfortunately have to get to battery store. Xts and efj batteries dead. Hope get out this week.
 

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Havent forgotten. Trying to get battery been nitemare.
 

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FW Version 06.16.04 and will have to have PCConfigure 02.18.06

Not for his radio. He mentioned 4.14.5 which is version 4 portables. Cant use ver 6 firmware. I think 4.14.5 is last for that series.
 
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