OffRoaderX

In my last job cell phones were prohibited because virtually all cellphones were also cameras and audio recorders..  There was no prohibition on radios.

An overly technical wandering data dump like this does nothing to help the guy.
Also, some jobs prohibit cell phones in order to minimize internet surfing, prevent photography, or control wifi devices. Although I’m curious what the situation is, the OP has no obligation to explain the reasons to me or you. 

In my last job cell phones were prohibited because virtually all cellphones were also cameras and audio recorders..  There was no prohibition on radios.

In my last job cell phones were prohibited because virtually all cellphones were also cameras and audio recorders..  There was no prohibition on radios.

In my last job cell phones were prohibited because virtually all cellphones were also cameras and audio recorders..  There was no prohibition on radios.

and, dont forget, if you want privacy as you've mentioned, using codes will not give you any.
 

and, dont forget, if you want privacy as you've mentioned, using codes will not give you any.
 

All of the good Youtube GMRS channels will be publishing reviews on the day it's available for purchase..

I have a Tram 1486 and i tuned mine because the instructions said I had to -  following the instructions to cut both the top and bottom sections, I tuned it to 467.700 because it is for a repeater... But when I checked the tune on 462.700, the SWR was still a very low -  dont remember exactly what it was, but under 3:1.

I have a Tram 1486 and i tuned mine because the instructions said I had to -  following the instructions to cut both the top and bottom sections, I tuned it to 467.700 because it is for a repeater... But when I checked the tune on 462.700, the SWR was still a very low -  dont remember exactly what it was, but under 3:1.

I have a Tram 1486 and i tuned mine because the instructions said I had to -  following the instructions to cut both the top and bottom sections, I tuned it to 467.700 because it is for a repeater... But when I checked the tune on 462.700, the SWR was still a very low -  dont remember exactly what it was, but under 3:1.

Using the cable that came with the RT97?
Just for fun, try UNinstalling, then installing the software again, but run the installer "As Administrator", then after installing when you run the programming software, run it also "As Administrator" and see if that makes any difference.
and.. See if you can see the cable in Device Manager - should show up under USB/Serial Devices (IIRC).. make sure its not showing any errors..
.... or... you might need to try a newer OR older driver for the cable depending on what version of Windows you are using.

Forgot to mention..Thanks for reminding me...  Always beware of the "some people" that try their best overcomplicate everything.

Forgot to mention..Thanks for reminding me...  Always beware of the "some people" that try their best overcomplicate everything.

If a factory reset doesnt clear it up and assuming the antenna is connected and there are no antenna cable issues then my guess is that it is borked..
Still less than one year old? If so, contact BuyTwoWayRadios and they'll fix you up.

Forgot to mention..Thanks for reminding me...  Always beware of the "some people" that try their best overcomplicate everything.

Forgot to mention..Thanks for reminding me...  Always beware of the "some people" that try their best overcomplicate everything.

I agree..
I have put one up, and am [partially] responsible for getting a 2nd one up, covering most of Southern California.

The actual, correct spelling is: Magiguhsquirtz..  But the SQ is silent.

Forgot to mention..Thanks for reminding me...  Always beware of the "some people" that try their best overcomplicate everything.

I agree..
I have put one up, and am [partially] responsible for getting a 2nd one up, covering most of Southern California.

The repeater owners check for requests for access when they feel like it.. Some do it quickly & often, some never do it.. It is also possible that the repeater is no longer online.
If the repeater has the tones listed publicly its usually ok to start using the repeater and/or ask for permission over the air unless/until the repeater owners asks you to stop. 

I agree..
I have put one up, and am [partially] responsible for getting a 2nd one up, covering most of Southern California.

I agree..
I have put one up, and am [partially] responsible for getting a 2nd one up, covering most of Southern California.

Forgot to mention..Thanks for reminding me...  Always beware of the "some people" that try their best overcomplicate everything.