AR DV1 firmware update:  v1505G, 6-5-2015

AOR has uploaded revised firmware for the AR-DV1 receiver. While this update will correct issues that some customers experienced, it also adds more functionality to the AR-DV1. AOR is committed to the continuous improvement of its products and will post firmware updates periodically to further extend the capabilities of this receiver.

The new firmware version: 1505G is now available for download from the AOR website.
Directions: AR-DV1 Firmware Update Procedures 

This firmware will correct:

• Malfunctions with the backlit keys lighting up while the power switch is in the “off” position
• D-STAR signals overriding the selected mode for received data. The decode mode will now decode and display only the selected mode.
• Malfunctions with the receive frequency when CTCSS or DCS is selected during Search mode.
• Problems with pressing LOCK key or MONI key when frequency entry is made from the keypad
• Issues with the display data freezing when digital data is displayed while using the keypad or rotating the dial knob.
• Issues with the opening message displaying properly.
• Memory channel registration problems. Entering the memory tag followed by pressing DOWN key will now work properly.
• Voice squelch function stability
• SAL/SAL or USBL/LSB operational issues
• D-CR code setting error
• Analog FM mode function
• Initial power-up cycle
• Problems with “motorboating” noise in DMR mode
• Problems adding receive mode, IF B/W, CTCSS/DCS in memory scan mode and program search mode.

New enhancements for the AR-DV1 available with this firmware include:

• Ability to open the squelch while in digital mode by pressing MONI key
• Ability to save the current receiver settings by pressing [F]+[VOL]
• Easier frequency entry during search bank setting by using the [.] (decimal) key for frequencies below 1MHz.
• In memory mode or program search mode, receiver options can be added.
• SD card FAT16 is now supported
• Remote ID can be added to last channel memory
• The AR-DV1 will send a message showing connection status during on/off process.
• Step frequency can now be set during search or scan mode
• The following PC commands are now supported: MD ZJ ZK SQ NQ LQ VQ ZP QP EX AG RF ST SH DT BP LN LB LD KL PT ZI LC LM RX LT RT RE SB WI RN VR
  AC RG IF LS NR OF OL OX SC SI DL FR CI CN DI DS DC DJ DK
  (A complete list of new functions will be posted soon.)

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