Compact enough to carry anywhere with ease, this smart new radio has a distinctively ergonomic form that's handy to hold and operate. Enhanced KENWOOD Audio. The TK-2170/3170 provides loud, clear audio even in noisy environments. 128 Channels / 128 Zones. The convenient 128 channel/128 zone capability. Aftermarket Programming Cable; FTDI USB chipset; TX and RX Led indicators; Cable Length: 1M (3.3 feet); No programming software included. Aftermarket FTDI USB cable equivalent to OEM Part # KPG-22. For programming Kenwood: NX-220E, NX-220, NX-220E2, NX-220E3, NX-240, NX-240M, NX-240M2, NX-320,.
Ok I have 8 TK-2170 radios that a customer traded in. I am attempting to program them with KPG-101D v2.4 which I believe is the latest and correct software for these radios. I am getting the dreaded check com ports and connections message. I am using two different cables a serial and the usb one on an old XP machine. With the serial cable I can get the radio to read up to 5 blocks before it craps.
Nothing on the USB cable. I am able to see the radio in test mode. Yes I am using the cheap Kawamall cables (I know, save your comments). I have the OEM cable on order. Does anyone know any com port tweaks or what mine should be set at to get them to work?
This occurs on all eight radios, and I have been fooling with the connection/accessory jack on the side by applying pressure and trying to hold it in securely, no love. Any ideas to try?
Jan 16, 2017. Pavel has noted that he found outstanding similarities with the family/series 60G driver he build some time ago for Chirp, so, chances are good for the support for this radio and the entire family of radios supported by the OEM software (TK-780/880/280/380/980/981/480/481) But, he don't has a radio at hand. Ok I have 8 TK-2170 radios that a customer traded in. I am attempting to. I am attempting to program them with KPG-101D v2.4 which I believe is the latest and correct software for these radios. I am getting the. You'll have to wait until someone else chimes in or call Kenwood direct. I'm just telling you. Serial Dilution Lab Report.