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I do have that file but now I'm not sure if that was the file I found that worked or this one MXT500 V1_172_2023_03_23 Firmware. It won't upload correctly. I attached the readme file butMXT500 Firmware Update Instructions.pdfMXT500 Firmware Update Instructions.pdf I think the reference file was not accurate and that may be the reason that I used the file mentioned above.

When I get home today, I'll check and see which version I used. At the time I upgraded there were two update versions which one of them didn't increase the channel capacity. Also, did you read the Readme file on the procedure to follow?

The Midland MXT500s are capable of being programmed with both narrow and wide band channels before and after the firmware update. The Midland MXT500 is a great radio for new GMRS user to learn how to set up the radio with both simplex and duplex channel operations. The performance of these radios are also very good and a great compact radios for vehicles with limited space for installation. The construction of these radios are very rugged for rough environments such as off-roading. For me, I need a Radio with more features such as "Talk-Around", a real monitor feature that disables the PL decoder when enabled and not just momentary, and not just blows squelch when the button is depressed. The channel capacity is also not enough for my needs and there is no programming ability to have channel banks (Zones), and a display with more prorammable characters. Also, I need to have the ability of selecting non-standard "PL" tones beyond the standard 38 tones, and the ability to program the non-GMRS freqs in the 450-470 MHz range outside of the 22 GMRS allocated channels. I am currently using a mobille radio that has almost 600 channels programmed in 25 Zones. Some Zones have 22-25 channels programmed in the same bank. It is a great radio for loaning to your friends for a quick install with a cigarette lighter connector and a mag-mount.

Which version did you use? I'll check mine let you know. I remember there was some confusion when I updated mine. Also, the instruction/procedure was kinda tricky.

I thought the something and since I'm a member with Crest Comm. I was about to send off an email asking when will the tones be published on the website for their members.

The Midland MXT500 radios are now 128 channels and if you have the 30 channel MXT500 radios you can upload a new firmware version to increase the channel capacity.

As for random chit-chat, it really varies on the Area. As for repeater owners responding in a timely manner they will eventually. Some do right away, and for some reason, some take their sweet time. A matter of fact, I sent a permission request almost three months ago, and I finally got a response yesterday. Just be patience and don't be bashful. Each user dictates what they get from GMRS. Just key up and do your thing and make it happen. Believe me, others are waiting for you to key up and talk. Also, depending on the area, there are GMRS clubs throughout the country, some very active and involved in community, some not so active.

I was going to mention the two Park Ridge repeaters but I dont see them listed anymore. I dont recall if they were private or not. The Park Ridge Repeaters are high elevated sites and may provide good portable coverage. The Bakersfield repeater also is permission required. If I remember correctly it took a long time for the repeater owner to respond with his approval and tone information. Not that I ever expected the Auberry repeater to cover Delano, that site is no longer listed. It seems most of the sites up and down the Valley are becoming more private or require permission and no longer are listed as time goes on.

I couldn't get the CPS working on Windows 10 or 11. I believe I was using CPS version 34 or something like that and to my understanding was the last version put out by Motorola. I downloaded the last version from their software archive which ceased to operate as of a couple weeks ago. No more software archives. I did try to run as an administrator on both of my latest operating system. I ended up buying a Windows 8.1 laptop just for the EVX R70 CPS so I can program the repeater. The CPS is also finicky with the 8.1 and the only way I can launch the CPS is run it as an administrator.

17 of the conventional personalities are dedicated to FPP. You can change the freqs and tones in the one dedicated FPP Zone (Zone #1) and that is essentially it. From Conventional Personality 18 and Zone Assignment #2 you can custom program your heart out with CPS. Also, the FPP radio will not let the CPS to move channels around or insert in between channels in the same Zone and you can't move (reorder) the Zones up or Down, in your Zone List. The only insert you can do is "At the End". You can delete multiple channels in a non-FPP Zone, and you can delete a Non-FPP Zone but there are extra steps in the deleting process. Thank God you can use your existing Channel Picklist. Maybe someday, I will get lucky and be able to clone at least one radio instead of developing a new codeplug file for the newly acquired radio. With 10 XTS5000 radios I have to have 10 different codeplug files.

Many years ago, only the English language was allowed on the FCC allocated frequencies. The FCC changed that rule many years ago.

Then, what does Part 95.1761, sub paragraph (c) mean? Copy attached. (c)No GMRS transmitter will be certified for use in the GMRS if it is equipped with a frequency capability not listed in § 95.1763, unless such transmitter is also certified for use in another radio service for which the frequency is authorized and for which certification is also required. No GMRS transmitter will be certified for use in the GMRS if it is equipped with the capabilities to operate in services that do not require equipment certification, such as the Amateur Radio Service. All frequency determining circuitry (including crystals) and programming controls in each GMRS transmitter must be internal to the transmitter and must not be accessible from the exterior of the transmitter operating panel or from the exterior of the transmitter enclosure.

Receivers have finals? And as for certain radios getting a pass to operate on GMRS freqs, because Part 95, Subpart "E" are pretty clear and say they can.

I wonder what would happen if I use some TV 300 ohm flatwire on a CCR. I'm sure the VSWRs would be a tad off. Does that TV lead-in wire even exist these days?

I wonder what would happen if I use some TV 300 ohm flatwire on a CCR. I'm sure the VSWRs would be a tad off. Does that TV lead-in wire even exist these days?

I wonder what would happen if I use some TV 300 ohm flatwire on a CCR. I'm sure the VSWRs would be a tad off. Does that TV lead-in wire even exist these days?

I wonder what would happen if I use some TV 300 ohm flatwire on a CCR. I'm sure the VSWRs would be a tad off. Does that TV lead-in wire even exist these days?

Does anyone have any experience with the subject radio. I just acquired my first FPP XTS5000 radio just to see if I would like it or not and try to master the programming of this radio. It is definitely a different animal. Is it normal for the first seventeen Conventional Personalities be hard program whereas you can only change a couple of the settings like power setting Analog or Astro Digital, Scan List, etc.? Also, you can not change the change the conventional personalities in Zone 1 and they are hard programmed personalities 1 through 16 for each of the 16 channels. In addition, you can not insert channels or zones except for at the end nor can you move any channel or zone around. I haven't learned how to do the FPP yet and I'm not sure that it is a big deal for me to FPP. I have well over 500 channels programmed in 35 zones that very well meets my needs for not only GMRS but also my Part 90 freqs as well. I think the FPP feature on this radio not only limits my ability to amend the data my moving things around and insert as I please but I think the FPP feature is over rated. I prefer that I have the ability to amend (insert and/or move) the data in the Zone Assignments more than having the ability to FPP the radio. Is it normal for the 16 fixed personalities be like that in the first Zone?

I think it may have been one of those Ham guys saying something to that affect. I do remember the Jeep guy that drives a Nissan had a video to the contrary on that subject. No antenna definitely affects your farz. Its best to use the right antenna.

It could have a relay that senses the transmitter keyed up and shut down the receiver during that period of time like a semi-duplex configured station.

All the above.

You're absolutely correct and that is why I am a lowly GMRS and Part 90 Business Radio Service user. However, that was kinda rude.

No experience with that Brand. I kinda stick with name Brand that are used in the Part 90 world on Public Safety systems. Ok, sorry, my mistake for thinking you're a HAM. Relative flat area along the coast you must be in Southern California from Santa Barbara to San Diego or its on the East Coast. There is no relative flat area along the west coast from Santa Barbara to Canada.

Yes, CCR ones in a Suitcase type box.