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how to update the firmware

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How can i update the firmware on my vertex vx-800 on my own? I have the programming software but cannot find the firmware update. Anybody know where i could find it?

Also what are the pros & cons of updating the firmware of the radio. The most important thing I like most about the VX-800 that it would TX/RX out of band into the whole 440 band. Would an updated firmware affect this? And keep it strictly 450-490MHz or no?
 

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From what i understand. It requires a seperate device in line with the programming cable FIF-10 comes to mind but dont quote me.

Also getting the firmware file to do the upgrade.

I knew someone who had the equipment to update a vx-800 for me.

Frank
 

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Only people who can get it are vertex dealers off of a dealers only website.

Frank
 
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