Firmware updating program thd72 main firmware update version 1. You can now buy the individual brand tees in all 6 colours. I really like the anytone nstig8r but it isnt chirps compatible and their programming software is quirky and windowsonly. Well, i just received a very nice kenwood thd7gii portable vhfuhf radio. Rt systems krsd72 programming software for the kenwood thd72. I have the gps coming through, but no aprs data packets. I have used chirp now for my thd72, ic7100, and ic92ad and am a firm believer. The mcp4a programming software is available as a free download from the kenwood website.
Each piece of software is developed to work with a specific kenwood radio addressing the uniqueness of authentic the characteristics of the radio. Thd72 programmer is a software program developed by rt systems. I have a few tm271s, a tmv71 and a d72 and the software has been very good for doing basic setup and memory management. Featuring the sirfstar iii highperformance gps receiver, kenwood thd72a dualband transceivers are compatible with aprs data communications. Rt systems has developed radio programming software compatible with kenwood radio models and with a level of quality that matches kenwoods commitment to building excellent products. This radio comes the pb38 nicad battery, bc17 wall charger, belt clip, wrist strap, cable with submini 2. When i disconnect, the d72 receives aprs packets just fine. A standard usb to minib cable is used to connect to the usb port on the. Krs d72 software software program memories and other setting of the kenwood thd72 radio. Working digipeaters with the kenwood th d72a and th and 70.
About this software you can use the mcpd74 to create data such as memory channels and menus on a pc by connecting the th d74ae to the pc by using a microusb cable or the bluetooth function. Firmware updating program th d72 main firmware update version 1. Use the thd72a as the transceiver for a program like xastir, with full access to the aprs data stream and. The krsd72 radio programming software is designed to give you the ease and convenience of programming the memories and set menu options of your.
I also have or had othe kenwood radios with internal tnc tmd710, thd72, ts2000 that use to work well. This computer program as the name might indicate was developed to track search and rescue missions. Kenwood ham radio handheld sales thd72e radioworld uk. Rt systems krsd72 programming software for the kenwood th.
Kenwood thd72a transceivers ht dual band 2m70cm, thd72a. View and download kenwood th d72a instruction manual online. With the mcp4a memory control software a free download from the kenwood website, you can use a computer to input, edit and manage data for the th d72as memory channels and aprs functions, for example. Rt systems radio programming software krsd72u free. Ts990s kenwood network commsnd system setting manual pdf. I am trying to set up a thd72a on a pc with aprsis32 and i am having issues with the com port. Rt systems radio programming software makes it easy for you to set up the memory channels and other menu parameters in your radio. Rt systems krsd72 programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the kenwood thd72. The thd72 can be used to work fm satellites fullduplex.
Doesnt matter if you use the kenwood software, the rt systems software, or program the memories from the radios keypad. This software and th d74 transceiver can be connected using a usb 2. By utilizing this software, you can enjoy the versatility of the thd72ae transceiver through the memory channel management or edit functions. Thd72 radio programming software kenwood radio software. First, im going to assume that you have already properly set up the thd72 for aprs tracking with your callsign and an ssid. These tees have been a huge success with the 3 pack, but we decided to. Luckily i have an external drive in a drawer for exactly this purpose. This software is to create, edit, and administer the data for the memory channels and menus on your pc connected to thd74. Read the current configuration from the radio for editing or start from scratch in a new file. This software is to create, edit, and administer the data for the memory channels and menus on your pc connected to th d74. Thd72e, firmware updating program thd72 main firmware update. Rt systems krsf6 programming software and usbk4y for the kenwood thf6thf7. Works with windows 7 32 and 64 bit, windows 8 and 8.
I have a baofeng uv5rtp and its a great value not part 95, but the keys are noisy, doesnt have an fm tuner, multiband scanning, dual ptt, etc. Buy gigaparts kenwood thd72a accessory pack bundle programming software nifty guide and ham guides pocket reference card bundle fixedmount cb radios free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Thd74 radio programming software kenwood radio software. Firmware updating program th k20k40 update version 1. Mcpd74 memory control program thd74ae kenwood software.
The krsd72 radio programming software is designed to give you the ease and convenience of programming the memories and set menu options of your radio from your pc. No special cables are needed in order to connect the radio to your pc for programming, only a usb mini b cable which is included with the radio, but im sure you can. Dec 04, 2012 the software provided by kenwood is actually pretty decent for programming all of their recent models, including the d72. Offering position and weather information, the thd72a opens up broad new vistas of outdoor enjoyment, especially for activities like trekking. This software does not modify the system registry parameters or system folder. Buy kenwood thd72e dual band handheld transceiver from. Krs d72 software software program memories and other setting of the kenwood th d72 radio. Next, im assuming youve downloaded and installed aprsis32. Kenwood offers free software to program the radio called mcp4a memory control program but their are also other 3rd party companies that produce software for the th d72a radio. You can input your latitude and longitude manually or connect a nmea0183 compatible gps not. Please see the link below from w6gps on how to program your radio for aprs. Rt systems krsd72 programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the kenwood. The th d72 can be used to work fm satellites fullduplex.
While this section is focused on the kenwood thd74a as well as the kenwood mcpd74 memory control program, it contains some information that anyone setting up a radio for use with a dstar hotspot might find helpful. Kenwood thd72a, kenwood thd72a amateur radio handi talkie. Radio programming software for the kenwood thd72 rt systems. By utilizing this software, you can enjoy the versatility of the th d72ae transceiver through the memory channel management or edit functions. In terms of the d74s advantages for working packetaprs, its color trans. If i could hack into the comms and get data packets of a read and write with the kenwood software, would it be of any use to someone to help get support, with me then as a beta tester. Both include builtin tnc and gps features, and a similar setup.
Check boxes toggle features on or off, drop down menus list all selections and blank boxes for personalized entry add to the ease of setting up your radio exactly like you want it. Its designed for a specific alinco, baofeng, icom, kenwood, jetstream, wouxon, or yaesu radioand others you program your radio without having to work your way through choices that dont relate to your particular radio model. For a more complete view of everything supported, as well as which features are supported for which model, take a look at overview of supported features for the latest build. Rt systems krs d72 programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the kenwood th d72.
Among other things, it has an integrated gps, builtin aprs functionality, full ax. I tryied to connect the radio in kiss mode and had no luck bluetooth or usb cable and also on kenwood mode with the presented presets kenwood and nonkenwood presets. Featuring the sirfstar iii highperformance gps receiver, kenwoods thd72a dualband transceiver is compatible with aprs data communications. Kenwood is more fair than other ht providers in that it does not charge extra for programming software. The kenwood thd72 handheld radio used to be real bigtime when released back in 2010. This software and thd74 transceiver can be connected using a usb 2. The thd72 does not allow you to program memories where the transmit and receive frequencies are in different bands. Offering position data and weather information, thd72a hts open up broad new vistas of outdoor enjoyment, especially for activities like trekking, biking, hiking, camping, backpacking and most other outdoor activities. The usb port is a nice addition and was very happy kenwood included it and the free programming software is also easy to navigate and includes access to the memory options so they can be programmed in your computer and downloaded in to the radio. Note that radios marked as variant are supported via a.
I used this builtin functionality for the digipeating step. I started to grab informations from the internet regarding the software i need and, most. View and download kenwood thd72a instruction manual online. About this software you can use the mcp4a to create data such as memory channels and menus on a pc by connecting the thd72ae to the pc by using a usb cable supplied with the thd72ae. I really like the anytone nstig8r but it isnt chirps compatible and their programming software is. This transceiver is sure to make ham radio operations easier and more fun for all. While there are quite a bunch of similar products by other manufacturers such. The main problem was the programming of my favourites frequencies. Nov 25, 2019 rig control commands for the kenwood thd74. Radio programming software for the kenwood th d72 the krs d72 radio programming software is designed to give you the ease and convenience of programming the memories and set menu options of your radio from your pc. The kenwood thd72 comes with an abbreviated printed manual, which only barely gets you started using the radio. One of my twitter followers asked me to write instructions on getting the kenwood thd72 going with aprsis32 so you could have your own igatedigipeater. Callsign situation station icon position comment 1 1 for packets received from micencoder stations including tmd710s, tmd700s, thd72s,and thd7s, position.
Software program memories and other setting of the kenwood thd74 radio. Krs d72 programming software radio option setting screens common 1 use these screens to customize other set menu features of the radio. Nov 24, 2012 winlink vhf packet with a kenwood d72a and the via function for packet radio duration. Krs d72 programming software for the kenwood th d72 ctcss rx ctcss dcs skip step tx step comments receive frequency transmit frequency offset frequency offset direction operating mode name tone mode memory channel functions left to right memories limit memories vfo home memory types left to right the krs d72 programmer is designed to give. First, im assuming that your computer already has the capability to connect to the kenwood th d72 using the usb cable for programming. If you agree with the details listed above, click the following link to download the firmware updating program. Read the current configuration from the radio for editing or.
Make note of the assigned com port and speed because you will need to know it. About this software you can use the mcp4a to create data such as memory channels and menus on a pc by connecting the th d72ae to the pc by using a usb cable supplied with the th d72ae. Kenwood thd72 aprs handheld revisited oe6fte amateur. Note that not all functionality is supported on all radio models. First, im assuming that your computer already has the capability to connect to the kenwood thd72 using the usb cable for programming. Kenwood thd7ag, kenwood thd7a amateur radio ht thd7. There is also a cdrom in the box that contains the complete manual, but of course none of my computers have a cd drive anymore. Krsd72 software software program memories and other setting of the kenwood thd72 radio. I want to buy a ht with builtin aprs and gps capability.
Both the d72 and d74 also allow for ve status text elds that can be transmitted with the operators position. Krsd72 programming software radio option setting screens common 1 use these screens to customize other set menu features of the radio. We are offering the firmware updating program to the thd72ae. Kenwood basically squeezed all the functions and features of their mobile vhfuhf aprs rigs eg. The thd72ae main firmware has been updated from version 1. It seems like the radio is not receiving when hooked to the pcusb via com serial driver. I was able to get the radio configured and up and running fairly easily following the instructions. Dec 28, 2015 i have a baofeng uv5rtp and its a great value not part 95, but the keys are noisy, doesnt have an fm tuner, multiband scanning, dual ptt, etc. Th d72 programmer is a software program developed by rt systems.
Kenwood offers free software to program the radio called mcp4a memory control program but their are also other 3rd party companies that produce software for the thd72a radio. By utilizing this software, you can enjoy the versatility of the th d74ae transceiver through the memory channel management or edit functions. I have used chirp now for my th d72, ic7100, and ic92ad and am a firm believer. Krsd74 programming software and rt49 cable for the kenwood th d74. Krsd72 programming software only for the kenwood thd72. Working digipeaters with the kenwood th d72a and th and.
Describe your experience with the kenwood thd72 and tell us why you give it the rating you did. Contribute to la3qmath d74kenwood development by creating an account on github. Kenwood thd72 aprs handheld revisited oe6fte amateur radio. Any memory channel with all its details can be sent to the radio with a simple keystroke. The programming software is available on kenwoods download page. Rt systems radio programming software kenwood main. The software you need to use to accomplish this is called rms express.
Three days ago someone posted in the responses on that page regarding having reached out to kenwood to determine correct code for ptt. The krs d72 radio programming software is designed to give you the ease and convenience of programming the memories and set menu options of your radio from your pc. One of the software packages i came across looking for a solution to get the most out of the thd72 when using it with a pc or laptop was sartrack. Anyone running fldigi on a kenwood thd74 over usb or. Tmd710 into a handheld and hence made it perfect for outdoor use. The th d72 does not allow you to program memories where the transmit and receive frequencies are in different bands. First, im going to assume that you have already properly set up the th d72 for aprs tracking with your callsign and an ssid. The software provided by kenwood is actually pretty decent for programming all of their recent models, including the d72. Sep 18, 2016 mcpd74 memory control program th d74ae kenwood. The th d72 has the ability to digipeat without the aid of software. Winlink vhf packet with a kenwood d72a and the via function for packet radio duration. The thd72a also offers echolink memory compatibility and a miniusb connector for enhanced computer connectivity. Spreadsheet layout with many point and click options.
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