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Programming an XTS5000
Posted: Tue Nov 01, 2005 4:30 am
by flashport
I have an XTS5000 Model III UHF 450-527Mhz unit and i was looking to buy the original /\/\ programming equipment and software and i was wondering if the USB cable would be a better option to the RS232 lead or do they both work just as well as each other on these radios.
Regards
Posted: Tue Nov 01, 2005 4:50 am
by RocketNJ
The USB cable works fine and programs the radio quicker (helpful if you've got a loaded archive). Also if you ever do any Flash upgrades or firmware refreshes the USB cable is faster.
Last, a lot of new smaller laptops are eliminating serial ports so the USB cable would be a good choice if you are ever contemplating upgrading your laptop.
George
Posted: Tue Nov 01, 2005 8:35 am
by MikeOxlong
AFAIK, my laptop only supports USB1. Will I still be able to program using the USB cable or should I order the serial cable?
Posted: Tue Nov 01, 2005 1:53 pm
by boylo
Mike,
USB 1 works fine using my Dell C840 and as George said it is way quicker than using the serial port.
Posted: Tue Nov 01, 2005 4:24 pm
by MikeOxlong
Thanks, I think I'll go with the usb cable then.