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2.2.3.3
Programming Software KPG-D2/D2N Description
The FPU is the programming software for NXR-5700 supplied on
a CD-ROM. This software runs under Windows 7, 8 or 8.1 on a
PC.
The data can be input to or read from NXR-5700 and edited on
the screen. The programmed or edited data can be printed out.
It is also possible to tune the transceiver.
2.2.3.4
Programming With PC
Data can be programmed into the flash memory in the USB con-
nector.
Fig.1
2.2.4 Firmware Programming Mode
2.2.4.1
Preface
The NXR-5700 uses flash memory to allow it to be easily upgrad-
ed when new features are released in the future.
2.2.4.2
Connection Procedure
Connect the NXR-5700 to the personal computer with the USB
(A-B Type) cable. (Connection is the same as in the PC mode.)
Note:
You can only program firmware from the USB connector on the
front panel. Using the 25-pin logic interface on the rear panel
will not work.
2.2.4.3
Programming
(1) Start up the firmware programming software (KENWOOD
Firmware Loader). The KFL.exe (ver. 1.20 or later) exists
in the KPG-D2/D2N installed folder.
(2) Check the connection between the NXR-5700 and the per-
sonal computer.
(3) Turn the NXR-5700 power on.
(4) Set the communications speed Auto and communications
port in the configuration item.
(5) Set the firmware to be updated by file name item.
(6) Press write button in the window. The KFL indicate
progress of writing and 17-segment LED indicate "P G".
(7) If writing ends successfully, turn off and turn on the NXR-
5700 for restart.
(8) If you want to continue programming other NXR-5700s, re-
peat steps 3 to 6.
Note:
• It automatically enters the firmware program mode by the
writing request from the programming software (KFL.exe).
• While "--" is displayed on the LED, the PC and NXR-5700
can't communicate.
2.2.4.4
Function
Baud rate is decided automatically with setting of programming
software.
Note:
• Normally, write in the Full-Speed mode (Auto).
• While "--" is displayed on the LED, the PC and NXR-5700
can't communicate.
2.3
OPERATING FEATURES
2.3.1 Two 17-segment LED Displays
• “--” is displayed during start processing.
• Channel display (1~30): While operating normally in user
mode.
• “PC” is displayed while in PC mode.
• “PG” is displayed while in firmware programming mode.
• “E1” is displayed when FPU data is not written.
• “E2” is displayed when the channel data is not written.
• “E3” is displayed when PLL is unlocked.
Receiver PLL unlocked = BUSY LED blinks.
Transmitter PLL unlocked = TX LED blinks.
• “E4” is displayed when PTT is attempted on a channel number
that has no frequency data programmed.
NXR-5700
USB (A-B Type) cable
PC
FPU
NXR-5700
PC
USB (A-B Type) cable
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