📝 Step-by-Step Programming Guide

Follow these steps to safely program your radio.

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1. Backup Factory Settings (CRITICAL)

Before you change anything, save the original settings. If you make a mistake, you can always revert to this file.

1. Connect your radio and click Radio > Download from Radio.
2. Once the download completes, click File > Save As.
3. Name it My-Radio-Original-Backup.img and store it in a safe place.

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2. Enter Your Channels

You will see a spreadsheet-like view. Here is what each column means:

Column	What to enter
Frequency	The RX frequency (e.g., 446.000).
Name	A label for the channel (max 6 characters).
Tone Mode	Use Tone for simple privacy codes or TSQL for repeaters.
Tone	The CTCSS tone frequency (e.g., 100.0).
Duplex	Use Off for simplex (direct) or + / - for repeaters.
Power	High (5W) for range, Low (0.5W) for battery saving.

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3. Recommended Starter Channels

If you have your Ham license, try these:

Ch	Frequency	Name	Use Case
1	446.000	CALL	National 70cm Calling Frequency
2	446.500	CHAT	Simplex Chat
3	(Local)	RPT 1	Your nearest local repeater

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4. Upload to Radio

Once you have entered your desired channels:

1. Click Radio > Upload to Radio.
2. Verify the COM port and model.
3. Click OK.
4. Wait for the red light on the radio to stop flashing. The radio will reboot.

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5. Test

Disconnect the cable and test your channels. Try talking to a friend or listening to a local repeater to confirm your settings are correct.