Hello,
I am trying to use Chirp to program my Yaesu VX-6R HT. I have two problems with the VX-6R.
1) I cannot import a CSV file to my VX-6R image in Chirp. When I try to import the CSV, it appears to succeed, but none of the new memory locations are put into the image file. Note, I have 24 memories in the image and am trying to import 100+ memories that exist in various ranges (1-24, 200-250, 300-325, etc.) in the CSV.
2) When I write the memories to the the VX-6R, the memories are all unmasked (hidden) except the memories that existed before the write. If I manually mask (show) the memories and then use Chirp to write the memories again, they revert back to being unmasked (hidden). I know the new memories are there. I just can't see them.
I am using Chirp v 0.3.0 on Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit. Chirp is working great with my Kenwood D-710a. It is just the VX-6R that is giving me problems.
Any thoughts on what I am missing? It is probably something obvious that I just am not seeing.
Thanks,
Brad AC7BR
On Tue, Mar 12, 2013 at 5:41 AM, Brad Rupp bradrupp@gmail.com wrote:
- I cannot import a CSV file to my VX-6R image in Chirp. When I try to
import the CSV, it appears to succeed, but none of the new memory locations are put into the image file. Note, I have 24 memories in the image and am trying to import 100+ memories that exist in various ranges (1-24, 200-250, 300-325, etc.) in the CSV.
- When I write the memories to the the VX-6R, the memories are all
unmasked (hidden) except the memories that existed before the write. If I manually mask (show) the memories and then use Chirp to write the memories again, they revert back to being unmasked (hidden). I know the new memories are there. *I just can't see them.*
This may seem silly, but we all miss things from time to time. Did you expand the "Memory Range"? If you don't I do not believe that it will show you anything beyond the first 25, or in your particular situation the first 24.
Just a thought. Tis early yet and still no coffee...
On 3/12/2013 4:31 AM, Tim Billingsley wrote:
On Tue, Mar 12, 2013 at 5:41 AM, Brad Rupp <bradrupp@gmail.com mailto:bradrupp@gmail.com> wrote:
1) I cannot import a CSV file to my VX-6R image in Chirp. When I try to import the CSV, it appears to succeed, but none of the new memory locations are put into the image file. Note, I have 24 memories in the image and am trying to import 100+ memories that exist in various ranges (1-24, 200-250, 300-325, etc.) in the CSV. 2) When I write the memories to the the VX-6R, the memories are all unmasked (hidden) except the memories that existed before the write. If I manually mask (show) the memories and then use Chirp to write the memories again, they revert back to being unmasked (hidden). I know the new memories are there. *I just can't see them.*This may seem silly, but we all miss things from time to time. Did you expand the "Memory Range"? If you don't I do not believe that it will show you anything beyond the first 25, or in your particular situation the first 24.
Just a thought. Tis early yet and still no coffee...
Yes, I can see the individual memories in Chirp, once I get them there (See problem #1 for why I say "once I get them there"). It is on the radio that I can't see them.
On the radio, if I mask (show) the memories, they are there. However, masking 100+ memories is not going to be fun. The other problem is that even after I mask the memories, they revert back to unmasked (hidden) if I sync again via Chirp.
Thanks for the suggestion.
Brad AC7BR
On Mon, Mar 11, 2013 at 10:41 PM, Brad Rupp bradrupp@gmail.com wrote:
Hello,
I am trying to use Chirp to program my Yaesu VX-6R HT. I have two problems with the VX-6R.
- I cannot import a CSV file to my VX-6R image in Chirp. When I try to
import the CSV, it appears to succeed, but none of the new memory locations are put into the image file. Note, I have 24 memories in the image and am trying to import 100+ memories that exist in various ranges (1-24, 200-250, 300-325, etc.) in the CSV.
- When I write the memories to the the VX-6R, the memories are all
unmasked (hidden) except the memories that existed before the write. If I manually mask (show) the memories and then use Chirp to write the memories again, they revert back to being unmasked (hidden). I know the new memories are there. I just can't see them.
I can't tell if you're just having trouble understanding what you're seeing, or if there is a bug. There is no such thing as "unmasked (hidden)". When a memory is masked, is shows gray in Chirp and cannot be recalled on the VX6. Normal memories are "unmasked" and can be recalled on the VX6. You are using the terms opposite of what they mean. When you delete an active memory in Chirp, it first masks it (appears in gray), then if deleted again will completely erase the channel. Editing a gray/masked channel will return it to active.
When you make changes on the VX6 and download into Chirp, you will see what is currently on the radio. Chirp will not modify this, except for the individual memories you choose to modify (i.e., changing the alpha tag on channel 24 will only modify channel 24). Now upload from Chirp back to the radio and channel 24 will have the new alpha tag, but every other detail--including masked memories, VFO frequency, etc.--will be exactly the same as when you started.
Will you submit a bug report for this? Include your .img file and debug.log so that I can make sure we're on the same page.
http://chirp.danplanet.com/projects/chirp/issues/new
Tom KD7LXL
P.S. I modified the programming on a family member's VX6 a few weeks ago and don't recall anything funny happening, but unfortunately I don't still have access to that radio to test.
On 3/12/2013 9:57 AM, Tom Hayward wrote:
On Mon, Mar 11, 2013 at 10:41 PM, Brad Rupp bradrupp@gmail.com wre:
Hello,
I am trying to use Chirp to program my Yaesu VX-6R HT. I have two problems with the VX-6R.
- I cannot import a CSV file to my VX-6R image in Chirp. When I try to
import the CSV, it appears to succeed, but none of the new memory locations are put into the image file. Note, I have 24 memories in the image and am trying to import 100+ memories that exist in various ranges (1-24, 200-250, 300-325, etc.) in the CSV.
- When I write the memories to the the VX-6R, the memories are all
unmasked (hidden) except the memories that existed before the write. If I manually mask (show) the memories and then use Chirp to write the memories again, they revert back to being unmasked (hidden). I know the new memories are there. I just can't see them.
I can't tell if you're just having trouble understanding what you're seeing, or if there is a bug. There is no such thing as "unmasked (hidden)". When a memory is masked, is shows gray in Chirp and cannot be recalled on the VX6. Normal memories are "unmasked" and can be recalled on the VX6. You are using the terms opposite of what they mean. When you delete an active memory in Chirp, it first masks it (appears in gray), then if deleted again will completely erase the channel. Editing a gray/masked channel will return it to active.
When I used the terms masked and unmasked, I am referring to the radio and the way Yaesu uses the terms. Yes, your are correct, I reversed the meanings.
I cannot see the uploaded memory locations on the radio. They appear to be uploaded and hidden. When I make the memory location visible in the radio, I can see what Chirp uploaded. I have to change every memory location on the radio that I uploaded to make it visible. On the next upload from Chirp, the memories are back to being hidden.
When you make changes on the VX6 and download into Chirp, you will see what is currently on the radio. Chirp will not modify this, except for the individual memories you choose to modify (i.e., changing the alpha tag on channel 24 will only modify channel 24). Now upload from Chirp back to the radio and channel 24 will have the new alpha tag, but every other detail--including masked memories, VFO frequency, etc.--will be exactly the same as when you started.
Will you submit a bug report for this? Include your .img file and debug.log so that I can make sure we're on the same page.
Done. Two bugs created:
http://chirp.danplanet.com/issues/685 http://chirp.danplanet.com/issues/687
http://chirp.danplanet.com/projects/chirp/issues/new
Tom KD7LXL
P.S. I modified the programming on a family member's VX6 a few weeks ago and don't recall anything funny happening, but unfortunately I don't still have access to that radio to test.
Chirp is working fine for my Kenwood radio. VX-6 Commander also has the same problem with my VX-6R as Chirp, so I figure something is strange with my radio (or I am doing something completely stupid). I bought my radio new and have done no mods to it.
I am a software developer so I can help debug/troubleshoot this. Just tell me what you need.
I realize the TH-G71 is not listed as a supported radio however, was wondering if by chance it would work with one of the listed Kenwood formats?
Tnx, Jack W4GRJ
Hi, Jack,
I looked at the Issues database and did not find a new model request for this radio. Please go to http://chirp.danplanet.com/projects/chirp, register yourself, and then add a new issue for adding a new model (TH-G71) to Chirp.
Can you temporarily loan a TH-G71 to the developers? Until someone makes such a loan little I suspect that else will happen with the request.
73 de KK4DBR Ron
On 3/13/2013 2:46 PM, W4GRJ wrote:
I realize the TH-G71 is not listed as a supported radio however, was wondering if by chance it would work with one of the listed Kenwood formats?
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Greetings, I have become the owner of three ICOM IC-F3S-2 business band HT's. They have tone and are on 151.955. Does anyone know if these are easily usable on the ham bands and if Chirp will program them? Thanks for your help. Keith KF4BI
On 3/13/2013 6:19 PM, Ron McKenzie wrote:
Hi, Jack,
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Hello Ron,
I will be glad to loan out my TH-g71 ..... Whom do I send it to?
Jack W4GRJ
On Mar 13, 2013, at 18:19, Ron McKenzie rmckenzie5@cfl.rr.com wrote:
Hi, Jack,
I looked at the Issues database and did not find a new model request for this radio. Please go to http://chirp.danplanet.com/projects/chirp, register yourself, and then add a new issue for adding a new model (TH-G71) to Chirp.
Can you temporarily loan a TH-G71 to the developers? Until someone makes such a loan little I suspect that else will happen with the request.
73 de KK4DBR Ron
On 3/13/2013 2:46 PM, W4GRJ wrote:
I realize the TH-G71 is not listed as a supported radio however, was wondering if by chance it would work with one of the listed Kenwood formats?
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On Wed, Mar 13, 2013 at 6:40 PM, W4GRJ w4grj@satterfield.org wrote:
Hello Ron,
I will be glad to loan out my TH-g71 ..... Whom do I send it to?
Jack W4GRJ
Create a New Model issue on the website and me sure to check the "Equipment Loan Offered" box. http://chirp.danplanet.com/projects/chirp/issues/new
Here are the relevant rules: http://chirp.danplanet.com/projects/chirp/wiki/Rules_For_Loaning_A_Radio
When a developer has some free time, he will choose one of the New Model issues with a loan offer and contact the owner about arranging a loan.
Tom KD7LXL
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