Have to add here, that in some cases (Ubuntu flavor linux distros) you might not able to update due to missing TTY device. You might notice in logs that connection and then a few seconds lates disconnection of USB-TTL cable. The root cause of this is defect in following application: brltty This application is installed by default in system after OS installation. You need just remove "sudo apt purge brltty" and than again connect your USB-TTL cable to PC.
There is a windows version of the software, you'll only need to change the /dev/ttyUSBx to COMx. If you need a 'rar' utility, winrar from rarlabs is the popular choice.
CAUTION: following the instructions in the video I used the installer on the Farnsworth site. It went through the steps as if it was working but it BRICKED my G106 radio! Now the power light will come on but it does nothing else. I tried the factory reset instructions in the G106 manual and that doesn't work any longer. Now I have a doorstop with a dim green LED that looks like a G106 radio. FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS AT YOUR OWN RISK!!!
I'm sorry to hear that! Here are some steps for un-bricking your radio: th-cam.com/video/Iur3PaycsCc/w-d-xo.html Let me know if that helps. If not, you're eligible for a warranty replacement.
This will also work with the G90, which is great. It's a great program for updating that makes it so much easier. Thanks for sharing!
This works great on the G90: th-cam.com/video/NIUbbSjRXsU/w-d-xo.html
Great video Steve, thanks for all your help!
Happy to help!
Many thanks.
Worked a treat.
Glad it helped
Have to add here, that in some cases (Ubuntu flavor linux distros) you might not able to update due to missing TTY device.
You might notice in logs that connection and then a few seconds lates disconnection of USB-TTL cable.
The root cause of this is defect in following application: brltty
This application is installed by default in system after OS installation.
You need just remove "sudo apt purge brltty" and than again connect your USB-TTL cable to PC.
#ProTip
Thanks Steve but I think I'm gonna get the X6100 as it suits my current situation and budget.
'Easy as f#@k" 🇦🇺haha
The X6100 is a better choice I think
Is there a similar video instruction for Windows users?
Thanks,
Guy - AE6FE
There is a windows version of the software, you'll only need to change the /dev/ttyUSBx to COMx. If you need a 'rar' utility, winrar from rarlabs is the popular choice.
the xeigu website won't load.
It will come back eventually
CAUTION: following the instructions in the video I used the installer on the Farnsworth site. It went through the steps as if it was working but it BRICKED my G106 radio! Now the power light will come on but it does nothing else. I tried the factory reset instructions in the G106 manual and that doesn't work any longer. Now I have a doorstop with a dim green LED that looks like a G106 radio. FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS AT YOUR OWN RISK!!!
I'm sorry to hear that! Here are some steps for un-bricking your radio: th-cam.com/video/Iur3PaycsCc/w-d-xo.html Let me know if that helps. If not, you're eligible for a warranty replacement.
Great help for keep my G90 updated! Thanks Steve! Jorge VE3EAD
You bet!