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I am getting the same error under Windows 11. I had to do many times to install the Silicon Labs driver because 11 kept rejecting the driver (it was straigtforward uner Windows 10). Afterwards, the KG935G programming software gave me the debugging assertion error listed above when I assigned the port (COM5). I did an "ignore" and the software seems to read from the radio ok. Of course, I would rather not have the error. These errors did not occur under Windows 10. WRYF584/K7YFM

It's not the cables so much as the different chargers for my various Part 90 Icom LMR h-t's I have to admit, I was lucky when I purchased my 1st Alinco Part 90 h-t years ago [DJ-MD40], it was on sale, & included the cable I don't use DMR, but I'm glad that my Alinco DJ-MD5 uses a standard micro-USB cable I don't remember if one was included or not

Just a note on DMR encryption. This thread on another forum might be of interest. https://forums.radioreference.com/threads/official-standards-documents-for-dmr-encryption.399358/ I think the only encryption that fairly interoperable between manufacturers is ARC4 (RC4) 40 bit. Some DMR radios don’t offer AES or DES levels. I found this thread. I do have a few Motorola XPR650’s with RC4, and I have it added to my Kenwood NX-1300’s. They go by different names but are the same thing. https://forums.mygmrs.com/gallery/image/261-motorola-xpr6550jpeg/?context=new https://forums.mygmrs.com/gallery/image/290-nx-1300duk5/?context=new

i think you are right.. Couldn't play tonight, my friend with the other radio got drug out to dinner by wify.. ... will try tommorow.. I just found out the one i bought (from RadioDitty) came with a European Charger... Been charging it on my labtop cord and had to dig into the factory unit tonight. One more surprise

Here is the line of sight tool. I know that area. That is a good reach for sure.

Not only that, but I also misread your post.

I am going to toss my low watt transmission into the fray here. I have read what was said here about this GRMSU group plan, and I for one cannot really get behind the idea due to the conflicting information that was presented as there are plenty of red flags going up. The reason being and I am sure it is not the group owners intention however the whole thing comes off as a thinly disguised attempt to control the masses on what radios they use, how they use the frequencies, etc. The reason why I say I personally have read flags is due to either the rather ambiguous statements, which you will not clarify or the multitude of contradictory statements. I will now take the time to demonstrate what I mean: 1) "GMRUS was created to be a community-focused advocacy and education group" My question becomes (as will all "advocacy and education" groups) what are your plans should questions, concerns or complaints arise from those within or even about your group? Do you have plans for an oversight committee or shall you have the owner have final say? What are your contents of infractions? How do you plan to carry out disciplinary actions to those incurring those infractions? How do you plan to make those incurring infractions public? Falsely flagging John Doe's GMRS' license because he said something you do not like, or using a radio you do not like is not going to cut it. 2) "to create a supportive and educational community for GMRS and education groups and FRS users, empowering them with the knowledge and skills to effectively use these services." I am rather confused. How can you say the above, then in the very next sentence state "growing community of radio users who are drawn to the simplicity and accessibility of GMRS and FRS". So which statement is true? Does GMRS have a simplicity and accessibility, where anyone can gain a free FRN, then pay $35 (current year prices), grab a radio and go? Or is GMRS something that needs to be studied for and then taught (by you of course)? I cannot help but get the impression you want to turn GMRS into other radio services, which by your own words do indeed cement that impression. 3) "We are not seeking any authority over the service" This is yet another conflicting statement. You claim you are not seeking authority over the service then you state (and I quote): "Our core mission is the exact opposite. We believe that education is the best tool to combat misuse of the airwaves. By providing accessible training on proper radio etiquette, programming, and emergency protocols, we aim to elevate the standard of operation and make the GMRS experience better for everyone. An educated operator is a responsible operator". Followed by "a modest membership fee is about sustainability for a non-profit organization. Any funds collected would go directly toward operational costs like hosting a website, developing training materials, and covering insurance for events" These very statements are indeed seeing yourself trying to seek authority over the service. 4) "We have immense respect for the HAM community, but we also recognize that GMRS serves a considerably different and equally valid purpose" Another contradictory statement. If GMRS was its own entity then why even mention you want the following: training workshops, "Elmer" mentorship for licensing, and community events? You are in truth wanting to turn GMRS into ham radio which I can only imagine is solely based on the fact that GMRS operates in the expanded 70CM Band (462 MHz to 467 MHz). At the end of the day GMRS stands for "General Mobile Radio Service". It does not stand for "Professional Amateur like Radio". What I mean in the situation where I walk down from our house to the lake with my radio on channel 15 (462.55 MHz) and my wife wants to speak to me, we can have a natural conversation, where we are sarcastic or joke with each other. If I happen to fart sounding like the inception sound effect we can laugh about it. There is none of the pomp and circumstance like Ham Radio such as "N0NYA, K3TTY -- John Doe what are the atmospheric conditions like today? (inception sound effect fart heard at the house), sounds like bad weather, should we activate an ARES net?" There are many more statements you have made that I would love to make a comment on, however that would come off as a personal attack, and I would much rather focus on the core of what was said. Granted you can state you should be allowed to have your group, even claim others must see the merit it brings, however you should allow others to be wary, and even either question or want no part of your trying to organize some form of a leading authority for taking that is something inclusionary of all into something exclusionary to only those you deem worthy of using. PS: I have held a Amateur Radio license far longer than I care to admit, and I understand far more than I let on. I do not wave it in people's faces due to the fact that I simply do not care how people behave when it has zero impact on my or my family's lives. That said and to be contradictory myself; I will speak up when I see any form of gatekeeping taking place into a hobby I am passionate about.

thanks for the reply! pretty amazing that a 5w radio can make it up that far. since earth has the whole coverture thing and obstructions, i can see why it might not go as far. from what i can gather, the tower is probably approx. 2k ft elevation and i'm at 100 ft. that image is pretty cool. cant seem to find the site you were using but here's my google map image. there are some hills but no huge mountains (from what i can tell).

I suspect that the error detection on the highest level of encryption is what’s causing the problem. It might be so sensitive to errors (understandably) that at any greater distance the error rate prevents the data from getting through.

Don't try to overcomplicate everything.. It's just good line of sight..

2 dud's. I bought one and won one.. It's really not a bad radio in Analog and DMR.. . I'm gonna figure out whats gong on with the encryption, something buggy there and probley doesn't like the highest level where i have it set..

Well at least you won it, and didn’t have to spend, say, $97 for it!! Sounds like it’s a DMR dud!

thanks for the reply! there isn't a mountain as high as the closer repeater but i'm located in norcal (suburbs) and there are hills, trees and several buildings towards the further repeater; no real line of sight, open fields or deserts. if i'm correct in thinking who you are; love your vids!

@OffRoaderX I'm no expert but your situation sounds like it may be what's called "knife edge diffraction."

thanks for the reply! never hear of tropospheric ducting but after looking it up, it's very possible. supposedly in area Aug & Sept have a higher probably of this happening. i'm not familiar with the linking of repeaters but from my understanding this is considered illegal with gmrs repeater but the repeater is operated by a radio network that has a few repeater near each other; maybe they are linked somehow. my radio tones are set to 162.2 in and out, so no sure how i could hear them on the receive side; that still puzzles me. thanks again for the reply!

Make sure to use a cable with the FTDI chip in it. Also make sure to download and install the correct driver before plugging the cable into the computer.

This and the other thread have the longest posts I've ever seen.

Windows 11

I want really receiving any error messages other than that it could not locate the device on com port 5 yet when I unplugged the cable com 5 would disappear off the device manager. With the apps there weren't any error messages just took forever to get the Bluetooth to connect and then wouldn't do anything... you tap "read" and the radio would say "program..." then go back to the regular screen and the app would show "failed".

Oh I have a DMR hotspot that I just put together from spare parts from other pi's and DMR hotspots. I haven't used it in awhile but it works well if you live in a place like I do. I know many other Hams who use them because they are apartment/HOA bound and cant put up outdoor antennas. I use the WPSD software on mine. Many Hams will say it isn't real radio, but what are ya gonna do? Sit there with a Ham License and do nothing? Some of us are lucky to have a place to put our HF antennas and other sticks in the air, some are not.

the same aa analog,,,(pretty good) the encryption is the issue with this radio... I'm getting ready to try 8 bit to see if thats any different.

What’s the range using unencrypted digital voice?

I agree. Don't confuse GMRS with DMR

Don't confuse GMRS with DMR

I'm not too impressed with Baoefeng's DMR and encryption. Havig both capabilities on my Hytera Radios which i have some very good experience with. These two DM32's. petter out within 2-5 miles in encryption mode. Switch over to non encryption in analog and no problems reacing out 15 miles. My Hytera radios have no issues reaching out 15+ miles in digital so not quite sure what the problem is yet with the Baofengs. Next step is to start testing the power outputs threw the different modes.. I knwo one thing for sure, these DM32's aren't going to spoil anyone. They work great in Anaglog Clarity in Encryption is very good if you are in range to communicate.