I just got a new flashcode on an iButton from Motorola. I am pretty new to programming my own radios. I have always been able to read a radio that was already programmed, make necessary changes, and then apply that template to any other radio. However, the last three APX6000 radios I bought came with the wrong FlashCode on them and WiFi was disabled. Motorola send me the updated FlashCodes on an iButton. I can read the Flashcode in CPS, but for the life of me I can not figure out how to import that flashcode into radio management. Can someone let me know how to import a flashcode from an iButton?
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New Flashcode on iButton
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Sadly, it is next to impossible to tell you step by step what to do. However, after you have connected radio and inserted the ASK key in your USB port, click on TOOLS then FLASHportUpgrade button, it should open your ASK key and show you upgrade flashcode you need to flash to your radio.
Many people here suggested paying for Motorola training on APX radio programming; you should consider this idea, perhaps.
Many people here suggested paying for Motorola training on APX radio programming; you should consider this idea, perhaps.
When I am in CPS, the FlashPort Upgrade option is under the Devices tab. When I click on Upgrade FlashPort, it opens up a drive selection window, but the iButton doesn't show as a drive I can select.
I am scheduled for a 4 day class on CPS and Radio Management class in April.
I am scheduled for a 4 day class on CPS and Radio Management class in April.
Its asking you for the firmware file. CPS does a firmware refresh as part of its flashcode update.
