DMR, ProVoice and Ultimate Self Updating

Posted on July 5, 2017 by Rich Carlson

Most people who want the various paid updates for Uniden scanners (DMR, ProVoice or Ultimate Updates) have our staff add the updates to the radios when they buy it. It is simpler and worth the little bit of added expense for a lot of these folks.

There are times when it is not convenient for one to have us do these updates at the time of purchase. Maybe you bought the radio elsewhere (shame on you!) or didn’t know you needed the update until later. Perhaps the target you want to listen to changed to a new system.

You can send the radio to us using the regular Mail In Programming Order Form and have us do the update for you. We can do the updates with or without the programming services.

If you cannot send the radio to us for the updates you can get them directly from Uniden.com. If you live outside the USA or Canada however then Uniden cannot process your credit card for payment. We can!

The first thing you MUST do is to update the firmware to the latest version. On each radio except the 996 and 325P2 it is done thru Sentinel. For users of the 325 and 996P2 you download it from Uniden’s website and run the updater.

After you update the firmware call us and provide the below information and we will then email you with the one-time code to unlock the feature set on your radio.

Model (HomePatrol 1, Home Patrol 2, BCD436HP, BCD536HP, BCD325P2, BCD996P2)

Electronic Serial Number (Not the one on the label!)

HP1, HP2: Press Menu>Advanced, scroll down then press Version Information

All others: Press Menu>Settings>See Scanner Info> Firmware Version

Sum Code (HP1 and HP2 it is the 3 digits right of the dash after the ESN)

Of course will need your email address to send you the code as well as the proper billing address and credit card information.

Once you get the code from us go to the Update menu on the radio and enter it via the keypad. Once the code is entered it remains on the radio forever, you cannot erase it or transfer it to another radio. On the 325, 996, 436 and 536 scanners you can have either or both of the DMR and ProVoice updates. The HP1 and HP2 only support the Ultimate Update.

If you have questions on these updates you can call our scanner experts at 1-800-SCANNER.

Firmware Alert – AOR AR-DV1

Posted on June 5, 2015 by Jonathan Higgins

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.)

Scanner 101 – Installing New Firmware for the BC125AT

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Jonathan Higgins

Firmware Update
Download Firmware Update 1.02.05 (April 26, 2012)

This update makes the following changes:

Update the frequency steps in the VHF band to match the latest FCC Narrowbanding band plan.
Change the opening screen to include the current firmware version.
Apply a one-time routine to convert the memory image of existing channels to the new format required by the narrowbanding change.
Change how Marine channels are displayed during service search.
Fixed a bug that could cause scanning/reception to stop with certain combinations of Close Call and other features selected.

Directions using Internet Explorer and Windows7 as the operating system

Step 1
Download the Firmware loader for the BC125AT – Download here

Step 2
When download prompt pops up select “Open”
(this will take a few minutes to download)

Step 3
A window will pop up select BC_VUP_V3_00_01 folder

Step 4
Select Setup_BC_VUP.msi and then click run

Step 5
Click close on the Installation Complete window

Step 6
Open the Firmware loader in programs under Uniden , then BC_VUP3

Step 7
When software opens a “Select Model” window should appear. As seen in the photo bellow.
Click Next
Step 8
At this point you should have your Uniden BC125At turn on and connected to the PC via the data/power cable. Once this is done Click “OK” (Note: Uniden BC125AT drivers must be installed – Click here for directions)

Step 9
Click “Auto Detect”, when the comport is detected then click “Next”

Step 10
Click read and then click “Start”
Step 11
It will take about 3 minutes for the new firmware to be written to your BC125AT Scanner. Once you see the screen bellow your firmware update is complete.