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PKT-23 Programming cable

wrxs857

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I detailed in previous posts my adventure in trying to program my (ebay) purchased PK-23 radios with the KPG-172D software. What finally worked was the older version 1.02 MPD SP1 released Jan 30, 2014. When that version was installed, I could then put in any frequency I wanted, including the local ham repeater frequencies, and the radio seems to work very well.
Where did you find the software? I am having the same problem you were. I need to program in specific frequencies.
 

TC415

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Not sure I still have it. I'll take a look, but I did switch computers at some point.
Got it, thank you!

If anyone else happens to have their copy they're willing to share, I'd be most appreciative!
 

tcho00

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I detailed in previous posts my adventure in trying to program my (ebay) purchased PK-23 radios with the KPG-172D software. What finally worked was the older version 1.02 MPD SP1 released Jan 30, 2014. When that version was installed, I could then put in any frequency I wanted, including the local ham repeater frequencies, and the radio seems to work very well
Possible to direct me to where I could purchase this older version? I've only seen the 1.12 version available. Much appreciated.
 

Platcraft

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Same here - have the software, but it seems the drivers didn’t came or install with it. 🤷‍♂️ can smbdy help me out with the drivers please? Thanks, Michael
 

erics32751

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I detailed in previous posts my adventure in trying to program my (ebay) purchased PK-23 radios with the KPG-172D software. What finally worked was the older version 1.02 MPD SP1 released Jan 30, 2014. When that version was installed, I could then put in any frequency I wanted, including the local ham repeater frequencies, and the radio seems to work very well.
Having the same issue. Do you know where I can get a copy of the older version?
 

UT6LL

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I detailed in previous posts my adventure in trying to program my (ebay) purchased PK-23 radios with the KPG-172D software. What finally worked was the older version 1.02 MPD SP1 released Jan 30, 2014. When that version was installed, I could then put in any frequency I wanted, including the local ham repeater frequencies, and the radio seems to work very well.
Hello!
The same problem:
I need an old version (1.02 MPD SP1, released 01/30/2014) and possibly a driver.
If anyone has one, I would be very grateful!
 

wrxs857

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Still searching for the KPG-172D v1.02. I have the V1.12, but doesn't let me change frequencies. If someone has an idea where I can purchase this I would appreciate it.
 
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