Does this radio have the updated firmware? Is there a way to tell by the serial number? The update is not listed in the description.
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The seller will have to tell you the version number and yes there is an easy way to read it. 1.) With the radio turned off, simply press and hold the "AM BW" button and the full display panel will turn on. 2.) Then press and hold the "AM BW" again and your 880&#8242;s firmware version will display (a four digit number). You need version 8820 or higher which fixes a few of the problems but not all.
769608
I have never had to update any firmware. I just load the copy and duplicate, I have never had to do that on any of my machines and I have been doing it fora long time.
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This was my biggest beef. For such an expensive item and in todays world we should be able to get firmware updates. I am not aware of any way to update the firmware. I hope someone can prove me wrong. I do own it despite my concern.
596590
Actually very good question. I got two radios, one UV-5R+ and one UV-5R. The UV-5R+ is version BFB293; the UV-5R is version BFB295. Seems like the older radio as the latest firmware...To check the firmware on your radio: turn it off; press 3 and hold while turning it on. Wait 2 seconds and you will see the radio firmware as BFB***.
1082556
I don't know if there is firmware update available. I am using it as a repeater so I can use the lan port for a desktop computer without wireless.
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My UV-5R+ (purchased Dec 2012) is BFB293. I've seen discussion of firmware through BFB297, although I'm not sure if that is for the 5R+, the 5R, or what. I've also heard that others that have purchased since I have have received radios with older firmware, so I don't know that you will get the most, or even more recent firmware.
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We got this radio for the name my son got at Christmas last year. We didn't open so that it would be brand new when he got it so therefore I don't know. I would tend to think no but I might be wrong. Sorry I couldn't answer for sure. Probably if there were it would list it in the list of what it could do.
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You're right! I noticed this as well and notified RCA/Audiovox after the update and they promised to check the firmware. It *is* an issue that they need to address it. The AM radio (which actually is a good receiver as portables go) will appear broken to many if they do not! BTW, despite these little glitches, this is still a killer product IMO.
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Did you program the radio yet? I just two of these and the same thing happened to but until I uploaded new frequencies following the instructions at http://www.miklor.com/BF888/
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I've got the same question. My new tx-nr616 arrived with firmware version 1151-0108-0400. The receiver is working really well for me, so i'm assuming the higher the number the newer the firmware.
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Not to my knowledge. Looks like a new model will be out soon as the remote is mostly for AM-FM and can't make favorites with internet radio. Being closed out on CS website. Audio is outstanding though.
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Jose,If you have the unit connected to the internet you should be able to go into the on-screen menu and have it search for a firmware update.Eric C
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Hey Dave,Would you tell me how to find out which firmware is currently on my player?Thanks.
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To take the 5 answers so far, and chime in with my own answer. I am also looking at possibly buying this unit, and I did some searching around. Firmware updates for the radio (not including maps) are free from the JVC website. When a map update becomes available (there isn't one for this unit, yet) they will include it on the support page and forward you to Navteq (navigation com). http://www3.jvckenwood.com/english/car/support/navi/nt500hdt/index.html Updates for Similar (older models of JVC in-dash nav units) are $139. Looks like the updates come out about every 18 to 24 months. One example: http://www3.jvckenwood.com/english/car/support/navi/nt1/us/index.html
710057
I received mine a couple weeks ago from Amazon and it did have the new firmware. I think you would be safe to buy from Amazon because of their turnover you will get a fresh one.
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I'm also struggling. First how does one know if one needs the firmware update? How do you know what version is currently installed on the unit? When I run the update wizard from the Jabra web site, it just gets to the place where is says, "When the device has entered firmware upgrade mode Windows will install a device driver needed during the upgrade process. When the driver installation is completed the firmware download will begin automatically." But nothing ever happens. So I'm just as stuck. Sorry this is of no help.
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Update? Sorry, the original firmware is about the only one you are ever going to see. Don't expect much from this manufacturer.