Hello Steve; as so many other hams have said THANK YOU. Handle is Leo and THE AGE IS 78 and have been a ham about 60± years. I just bought the x6100 to replace my current station.Most of my stuff is 30 yearrs old. I am going to "clean house" at tthe next club auction (jt alls goes) . I wonnt havve to worry about the family worriinng about what to do with all my junk when I die. HI HI. i am just doing the battery memery charging procedure. Your electronics knowledge is a gift; and sharing it is a gift to others.THANK YOU. When you get to be a old man like me you will see how it is needed. From now om my remarks will be on point. POINT . This was a great and needed video. 73 K 😊
Thanks Steve,used Etcher for the firmware update on my brand new x6100 and it went like a dream, taking my foundation licence exam in April and can’t wait to get on the air here in the UK, thanks again
Thanks for the great video. I just picked up a gently used X6100 at the Rock Hill, SC hamfest this past Saturday. The guy said he used it only once and I believe it. It had the original FW. Your video was simple and straightforward and I had no issues with the process. Thanks for all your great hamtube work!
Thanks for the detailed How-To video on the firmware install. Before your video it seemed so complicated. But it is now done and works great. I even had enough confidence to try the R1CBU firmware of V.12, which also works fine. Thanks again Steve.
Thanks for making this video. I followed your instructions and was able to easily upgrade the firmware. This is so much easier than the process for upgrading the G-90 or x-5105. Props to Xiegu for continuous improvement.
Many thanks for all the x6100 coverage. Found your channel cus of the device, and well your the only fellow that seems to be doing a ton of content about it, so i must thank you for that. I probably wolnt go to any of the custom roms or dig around in it much at all but its very cool to have the info there should i decide to in future.
Thank for this straight forward explanation Steve, Got a X6100 on the way (March 23) and although it will have the latest firmware on it, it's good to know how to upgrade. 73s from another Steve (G6JEF) in the UK
Thanks for the video Steve. Really appreciate all the work you put in your channel. I had been eyeing the X 6100 and finally purchased one from HRO. I have had it for about a week now. Not a lot of time yet but I have been enjoying it. I am amazed at the ability of the antenna tuner of this little machine. 73
Steve, awesome video and I liked the 1gig, 500mb, 2Tb, micro SD option. :) Just a mention on your audio. Slight (pfft) breath noise between words &/or overs. ; Cheers
@@temporarilyoffline they look pretty good for what they are. The AX2 seems to be a bit more tunable and a counterpoise is probably a good idea, but definitely easy to pack around. Thanks
Thanks for the guide. Tried to upgrade the firmware as directed. Inserted SD card, but X6100 doesn't detect it and goes straight to boot without any firmware copying. May be I need to toggle some settings?
For the most part, yes. And you can go right to the latest version direct from any version. Where it gets weird is that some versions remove things you might want. Like IQ-out.
I have some questions about downgrading firmware. 1 can it be done? (because I want to try using the radio when the waterfall was edge to edge on the screen and because I/Q output is something I wanted to use which doesn’t appear in latest firmware. 2. Are there any downsides to using the earlier firmware? I don’t use Bluetooth and keyboards, I am more of a traditional radio user (CW and SSB), don’t use digital much. I have a weird question, whenever I close omnirig or HDSDR which uses omnirig. The radio goes into transmit a CW tone until I unplug usb c cable. (I don’t understand because the application is closed. So it just terminates with a key down? Have you ever seen this happen? Can it be fixed? At first I thought maybe stray RF but it happens when I close the app. I don’t transmit at any point while using hdsdr or omnirig. So why it goes into transmit after closing is beyond me
1. Yes 2. Whichever version of firmware makes you happy is the one to use. 3. For TX after closing, I'd try to narrow the problem down to omni rig or HDSDR. Once you figure that out, reach out to the maker of those packages and see what they think. Its probably an easy software setting - esp if you try it with another radio.
Forgive me if this is a stupid question, but if you are a number of firmware updates behind do you have to upload them all one at a time, or can you go straight to the latest update and that covers all the missing ones?
@@temporarilyoffline Just to say thanks for your excellent video and replying to my question so quickly. I have tried to update my X6100 firmware before, but I found the videos I watched didn’t match what I was trying to do. So being something of a newbie as far as ham radio goes, I didn’t want to risk turning my X6100 into an expensive brick, so I left it as it was with the original firmware in. But your video is spot-on. I had no trouble following your instructions and I now have a nice up-to-date X6100. Again, many thanks. John M7UVW
Already from the latest firmware, the manufacturer removed the terrible oscilloscope that cannot be turned off and only half of the display is available for viewing?
No new firmware updates, this is just a how-to. R1CBU has been making improvements on his firmware and it has a completely different look to the interface. Give that a shot: th-cam.com/video/faqbIOCUodM/w-d-xo.html
Hello, I have a question. I downloaded Firmware 1.1.8 from the official website, installed it on the transceiver and I only have reception on it. With software version 1.1.6, TX and RX work. Do you have any idea why it doesn't work with Firmware 1.1.8? I have a xiegu x6100. I can unlock TX with WinSCP and how if you have any idea. Thank you for your time 73!
I'm not sure why it wouldn't transmit with 1.1.8 I haven't tested that one yet. I have a video on setting up open TX:th-cam.com/video/yZ9Bxln1qOU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=AevbUxZJpaeGc0OB
I just saw another report of this. Try and revert the firmware to a previous version and see if you get it back. This person already had the full TX mod on it as well. No transmit.
@@temporarilyoffline In the previous version 1.1.6 it works, I have RX TX, I also did the TX all band modification for 1 year, since I bought my transceiver. If you find a solution for version 1.1.8, please give me a replay. Thanks for your time, 73!
You flash one file from the SD card and then you use the radio's on screen interface to flash the internal (STM-32) chip. See 5:25 (th-cam.com/video/WO4UwFldVzs/w-d-xo.html)
Can anyone comment on the main advantages/disadvantages of upgrading ? I am not sure if I want the oscilloscope display on the whole time and a less wide waterfall display...
Here are the changes in the firmware: th-cam.com/video/h7dBefkPmFg/w-d-xo.html Also somewhere along the line the made the radio heat up less, which probably means more battery life as well.
Hello Steve; as so many other hams have said THANK YOU. Handle is Leo and THE AGE IS 78 and have been a ham about 60± years. I just bought the x6100 to replace my current station.Most of my stuff is 30 yearrs old. I am going to "clean house" at tthe next club auction (jt alls goes) . I wonnt havve to worry about the family worriinng about what to do with all my junk when I die. HI HI. i am just doing the battery memery charging procedure. Your electronics knowledge is a gift; and sharing it is a gift to others.THANK YOU. When you get to be a old man like me you will see how it is needed. From now om my remarks will be on point. POINT . This was a great and needed video. 73 K 😊
Thank you for saying, Leo! Very much appreciated and glad I could help!
Thanks Steve,used Etcher for the firmware update on my brand new x6100 and it went like a dream, taking my foundation licence exam in April and can’t wait to get on the air here in the UK, thanks again
Your welcome, good luck on your test! You got this!
Thanks for the great video. I just picked up a gently used X6100 at the Rock Hill, SC hamfest this past Saturday. The guy said he used it only once and I believe it. It had the original FW. Your video was simple and straightforward and I had no issues with the process. Thanks for all your great hamtube work!
Thanks Vinny, glad to help!
Thank you for creating this video for people like me! 👍😆
You got it!
Excellent video Steve. I appreciate the step-by-step presentation - ideal for non-programmers like me.
73 de AE6FE
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks for the detailed How-To video on the firmware install. Before your video it seemed so complicated. But it is now done and works great. I even had enough confidence to try the R1CBU firmware of V.12, which also works fine. Thanks again Steve.
You're welcome! Glad it helped!
Thanks for making this video. I followed your instructions and was able to easily upgrade the firmware.
This is so much easier than the process for upgrading the G-90 or x-5105. Props to Xiegu for continuous improvement.
It is much better for sure! Thanks for the kind words!
Many thanks for all the x6100 coverage. Found your channel cus of the device, and well your the only fellow that seems to be doing a ton of content about it, so i must thank you for that.
I probably wolnt go to any of the custom roms or dig around in it much at all but its very cool to have the info there should i decide to in future.
Thank you for watching! This is a fun radio that does millions of things... and even some of them it does well!
Thank for this straight forward explanation Steve, Got a X6100 on the way (March 23) and although it will have the latest firmware on it, it's good to know how to upgrade. 73s from another Steve (G6JEF) in the UK
Thanks for watching Steve!
Thanks for the video Steve. Really appreciate all the work you put in your channel. I had been eyeing the X 6100 and finally purchased one from HRO. I have had it for about a week now. Not a lot of time yet but I have been enjoying it. I am amazed at the ability of the antenna tuner of this little machine. 73
You're welcome, thanks for watching! Xiegu is known for its tuners.
Gracias por el vídeo, por favor sabrías por qué se recibe tan mal en fm , la tx es perfecta, saludos
Steve, awesome video and I liked the 1gig, 500mb, 2Tb, micro SD option. :)
Just a mention on your audio. Slight (pfft) breath noise between words &/or overs. ;
Cheers
Thanks!
PERFECT. We followed along and it worked great. 73
Glad it helped
Nice, straight forward upgrade, thanks.
You bet!
Thanks. Got the latest firmware installed, the smoke is still in the box.
That's all that matters!
Hi Steve, GREAT video! Is the procedure the same for the new X6200? Thanks!
it should be, firmware just came out and I'll see and video!
Do you think the Elecraft AX2 antenna would pair well with this for portable?
I don't have an AX1 or AX2, but I don't see why it wouldn't work out great. I do want to get one to play with though!
@@temporarilyoffline they look pretty good for what they are. The AX2 seems to be a bit more tunable and a counterpoise is probably a good idea, but definitely easy to pack around. Thanks
Thanks for the guide. Tried to upgrade the firmware as directed. Inserted SD card, but X6100 doesn't detect it and goes straight to boot without any firmware copying. May be I need to toggle some settings?
This sounds like a bad SD card - try a re-image on the SD, or a different card. What size SD card are you using?
Hi love your videos! question does the latest firmware version have all the previous versions?
For the most part, yes. And you can go right to the latest version direct from any version. Where it gets weird is that some versions remove things you might want. Like IQ-out.
thank you@@temporarilyoffline
Can someone help! I did everything. Getting the fire wear. Only problem is when I hit upgrade on the x6100 it shuts off? What I’m I doing wrong?
Plugged in to 12v power, usb charger that came with it in the box (or trash), and internal charger set to off? Also good SD card and image burn?
@@temporarilyoffline
Thanks Brother everything saw great. Great video step by step. You really help as well. I’m new to this. Thanks again brother.
Did you ever relocate the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antennas to the end panel?
No, I have the parts, but other projects (easier to be honest) get past the bench faster.
@@temporarilyoffline if you make that mod and it resolves issues I may buy one for that fancy screen, onboard battery and tuner
What would you use the wifi for?
I have some questions about downgrading firmware. 1 can it be done? (because I want to try using the radio when the waterfall was edge to edge on the screen and because I/Q output is something I wanted to use which doesn’t appear in latest firmware. 2. Are there any downsides to using the earlier firmware? I don’t use Bluetooth and keyboards, I am more of a traditional radio user (CW and SSB), don’t use digital much. I have a weird question, whenever I close omnirig or HDSDR which uses omnirig. The radio goes into transmit a CW tone until I unplug usb c cable. (I don’t understand because the application is closed. So it just terminates with a key down? Have you ever seen this happen? Can it be fixed? At first I thought maybe stray RF but it happens when I close the app. I don’t transmit at any point while using hdsdr or omnirig. So why it goes into transmit after closing is beyond me
1. Yes
2. Whichever version of firmware makes you happy is the one to use.
3. For TX after closing, I'd try to narrow the problem down to omni rig or HDSDR. Once you figure that out, reach out to the maker of those packages and see what they think. Its probably an easy software setting - esp if you try it with another radio.
Nice Steve, good to see Xiegu are trying catching up to the Russian modded firmware. Lol
There is no new Firmware from Xiegu out right now.
Somebody has to keep them on their toes!
Forgive me if this is a stupid question, but if you are a number of firmware updates behind do you have to upload them all one at a time, or can you go straight to the latest update and that covers all the missing ones?
Currently, you can go straight to the latest version. I should have mentioned that in the video.
@@temporarilyoffline Just to say thanks for your excellent video and replying to my question so quickly. I have tried to update my X6100 firmware before, but I found the videos I watched didn’t match what I was trying to do. So being something of a newbie as far as ham radio goes, I didn’t want to risk turning my X6100 into an expensive brick, so I left it as it was with the original firmware in. But your video is spot-on. I had no trouble following your instructions and I now have a nice up-to-date X6100. Again, many thanks. John M7UVW
@@johnrr7601 sure thing John, thanks for the kind words
Already from the latest firmware, the manufacturer removed the terrible oscilloscope that cannot be turned off and only half of the display is available for viewing?
No new firmware updates, this is just a how-to. R1CBU has been making improvements on his firmware and it has a completely different look to the interface. Give that a shot: th-cam.com/video/faqbIOCUodM/w-d-xo.html
Hello, I have a question. I downloaded Firmware 1.1.8 from the official website, installed it on the transceiver and I only have reception on it. With software version 1.1.6, TX and RX work. Do you have any idea why it doesn't work with Firmware 1.1.8? I have a xiegu x6100. I can unlock TX with WinSCP and how if you have any idea. Thank you for your time 73!
I'm not sure why it wouldn't transmit with 1.1.8 I haven't tested that one yet. I have a video on setting up open TX:th-cam.com/video/yZ9Bxln1qOU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=AevbUxZJpaeGc0OB
I just saw another report of this. Try and revert the firmware to a previous version and see if you get it back. This person already had the full TX mod on it as well. No transmit.
@@temporarilyoffline In the previous version 1.1.6 it works, I have RX TX, I also did the TX all band modification for 1 year, since I bought my transceiver. If you find a solution for version 1.1.8, please give me a replay. Thanks for your time, 73!
@@sudberceni257 we'll have to wait for the redact/next release from Xiegu.
@@temporarilyoffline Yes, I will wait until the next firmware
Thanks for the help!
Ubet!
thanks for the help. any idea on how to get it to work with HAM Radio Deluxe?
I don't have HRD to play with, but try the IC-7000 or IC-7100 rig profile? (or any of the Xiegu models). It won't hurt to pick the wrong one.
Didn't you say it is important to upgrade both parts of the firmware ? I only saw you flash one file...
You flash one file from the SD card and then you use the radio's on screen interface to flash the internal (STM-32) chip. See 5:25 (th-cam.com/video/WO4UwFldVzs/w-d-xo.html)
Thanks for the tutorial. Super easy to follow...even for a noob like me! 73
Glad it was helpful!
Hey Steve does the firmware stay in the updated bit of the radio till u delete it ??
It stays there until you flash the next firmware - each one erases the one before it.
Can anyone comment on the main advantages/disadvantages of upgrading ? I am not sure if I want the oscilloscope display on the whole time and a less wide waterfall display...
Here are the changes in the firmware: th-cam.com/video/h7dBefkPmFg/w-d-xo.html
Also somewhere along the line the made the radio heat up less, which probably means more battery life as well.
@@temporarilyoffline Thanks for the answer. I will upgrade today ! Thank you also for making so many great videos. Really useful !
@fotografm thanks for the kind words!
@@temporarilyoffline Great ! I will definitely give that a go.
Wait I could have sworn you had made a firmware upgrade video already. Perhaps it was a different channel.
I did, but updating the firmware technique was secondary to the "hey, what did they fix/break". I wanted to make this as a standalone on how to do it.
GSOC not working anymore?
I've never used the GSOC with the X6100, us that even a thing?
My radio just turnes off when i select update
That stinks - is it still under warranty?
@@temporarilyoffline After doing it like 5 times it worked eventually
@@cc-qn1bu sweet! Glad to hear it!
So, the R1CBU firmware?
Oleg has done a great job, he just put out a release last night.
Perfect!
Thanks!
There is new Update: th-cam.com/video/GA9fWQjBI9A/w-d-xo.html
Thanks!