P25 Phase 2 Firmware update for PSR 800

[rdale]

I finally got around to installing this update today. I don't think we have any of the X2-TDMA systems around my area.

X2 was always usable on that scanner... This adds Phase II.

 

[Ensnared]

Pipe Dream

I hope I'm wrong but I suspect the older models (106/197 500/600) have the needed hardware inside the housing for any firmware to enable phase 2.

From what I've read, the PSR 800 is the only one capable of this function, not the PSR 500/600. I happen to own a PSR 500. You can follow the posts regarding the Houston, Texas emerging Phase II system if you like. I wish it were possible, but I believe those with the money are ahead of the game, as usual.

 

[drdiesel1]

Given the current situation of GRE and the unknown if they will reappear, should I update to the beta 1.7 firmware before it's too late and gonzo forever?

I don't currently have any X2 stations to monitor, just hate to miss the ability to upgrade?

 

[SCPD]

X2 was always usable on that scanner... This adds Phase II.

You forgot to add that the BETA update adds Phase 2 P25 and *BREAKS* X2-TDMA. :twisted:

 

[SquierStrat]

Given the current situation of GRE and the unknown if they will reappear, should I update to the beta 1.7 firmware before it's too late and gonzo forever?

I don't currently have any X2 stations to monitor, just hate to miss the ability to upgrade?

If i were you, i would at least download the file and store it. that way you know you have it if you ever do want to install it

 

[firephotographer50]

Just noticed a second Beta version of the upgrade on the GRE America Website just added today. "GRE PSR-800 P25 Phase 2 Public Beta Upgrade 2" GRE PSR-800 P25 Phase 2 Public Beta Upgrade 2 - Powered By Kayako SupportSuite Maybe this fixes the X2 issues?

 

[GTR8000]

GRE PSR-800 Project 25 Phase 2 Public Beta Upgrade
October 22, 2012

CPU Beta Firmware version U1.7 Release Notes
• No updates since original experimental beta released on October 12, 2012.

DSP Beta Firmware version U1.3 Release Notes
• Corrected an issue tuning to the correct voice slot for X2 systems.
• Fixed detection of encryption on talkgroups using Phase 2 voice channels.
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EZ Scan DG PC Application Beta version 1.07.1 Release Notes
• Fixed position issue with the file count field not appearing on the Audio tab.

 

[KD4YGG]

TDMA-X2 Back On Again - Beta Version 2 for PSR800

Looks like someone is still working at/for GRE...

Thanks guys... you know who you are (and some us do to).

 

[SCPD]

Just noticed a second Beta version of the upgrade on the GRE America Website just added today. "GRE PSR-800 P25 Phase 2 Public Beta Upgrade 2" GRE PSR-800 P25 Phase 2 Public Beta Upgrade 2 - Powered By Kayako SupportSuite Maybe this fixes the X2 issues?

Confirmed the X2 issue has been fixed.

 

[mike_s104]

Looks like someone is still working at/for GRE...

Thanks guys... you know who you are (and some us do to).

I don't know who they are (have a guess about one guy) but thanks! I'll upgrade tonight and report any issues or fixes with X2 tomorrow.

 

[NWI_Scanner_Guy]

Was going to update a couple of days ago, but got sidetracked. Now with upgrade #2 being released, do I need to update with the first release first, or does this new second release include everything the first one did?

Thanks.

 

[FLANO]

It has everything

Was going to update a couple of days ago, but got sidetracked. Now with upgrade #2 being released, do I need to update with the first release first, or does this new second release include everything the first one did?

Thanks.

 

[Russell]

So, here's a thought ... what tools are required to create CPU and DSP loads for the 800? I sure would be interested in the ability to create these.

 

[drdiesel1]

So, here's a thought ... what tools are required to create CPU and DSP loads for the 800? I sure would be interested in the ability to create these.

You'd have to also have the source for each, which would be the most difficult to get.

 

[mike_s104]

Confirmed the X2 issue has been fixed.

Same here using the beta 2 monitoring Loudoun Co. VA. Everything sounds great. None of the issue that were experienced with the first beta release.

 

[KevinC]

And detection of encrypted TG's appears to work on P2 now, will try it on X2 later today.

 

[Kel]

After upgrading tp DSP 1.3 and also EZ Scan 1.07.1 it stills shows *DSP 1.2 when I check my updates,any ideas?

 

[GTR8000]

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[Kel]

1.2 is a beta and it displayed on my EZ Scan.

 

[SCPD]

And detection of encrypted TG's appears to work on P2 now, will try it on X2 later today.

I gather you mean that "detection" means that the radio does not decode encryption (not that it ever did)? Can you elaborate?