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If you are running Windows 11, you may encounter an issue with connecting the TYT-MD-UV390 Plus DMR Digital Radio using the TYT PROG USB programming cable. This may occur the first time the radio is connected to the computer, or as an intermittent issue.

In this video tutorial, Steven from Buy Two Way Radios shows how to fix the connectivity issue with the TYT-PROG Programming cable when using it with the TYT-MD-UV390 Plus.

To avoid any complication, it is highly recommended that you follow the instructions in the video before attempting to install the cable or plug it into the radio for the first time. The driver is available as a free download on the product page for the TYT PROG Programming cable - which you can order from Buy Two Way Radios.

You can also find the driver on our list of the most popular downloads on our website.

Two common support issues with Wouxun KG-1000 Series radios cause a lot of frustration with users, and both have to do with connectivity. Either the radio has trouble connecting to a computer when attempting to program it, or the hand microphone does not work when attempting to use it. These two issues are somewhat related, and also the simplest to resolve.

In this episode of Radio 101, Tommy shows you how quickly and easily fix these cable connection issues on Wouxun KG-100G, KG-1000G Plus and KG-1000M mobile two way radios.

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Our sales and support staff at Buy Two Way Radios field a lot of questions, and we strive to answer them as best we can. One of the most frequently asked questions usually comes not from customers of our business radios, but from those who are interested in our consumer radios, particularly those for ham and GMRS. The question is about the type of receiver built into a particular model. Is it superhet?

Earlier this year we published a list of radios made by TYT with superheterodyne receivers. Since the superhet question is more often asked about the radios we sell from Wouxun, we thought it would be a good idea to put one out for them as well. Which Wouxun radios have a superheterodyne receiver? Check our handy dandy chart for the answer.

The table below lists some of the Wouxun radios we carry and the type of receivers they use.

Applicable Products: Wouxun PCO-001, PCO-003 and PCO-009 programming cables

If you are running Windows 11 with the latest updates, it is possible the driver for the Wouxun programming cables will install automatically, as Windows may include a Silicon Labs USB driver in its driver list. Otherwise, follow the instructions in the video above.

This video is for anyone who has questions about downloading the driver for Wouxun PCO-001/PCO-009, and PCO-003 Programming cables. To avoid any complication, it is highly recommended that you follow the instructions in the video before attempting to install the cable or plug it into the computer for the first time. The driver is available as a free download on the product page for these Wouxun Programming cables - which you can order from Buy Two Way Radios.

You can also find the driver on our list of the most popular downloads on our website.

Get ready for the next generation of affordable dual band digital radio comms for both business and amateur use! Introducing the TYT MD-UV390 Plus DMR Digital Radio!

In this video clip from episode 181 of The Two Way Radio Show Podcast, Tanner and Rick discuss the primary features that make this a premium DMR radio at an amazingly low price. The MD-UV390 Plus is available at Buy Two Way Radios.

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One of the most value added features of the TYT MD-UV390 Plus DMR digital two way radio is its capability for high level encryption. Of course, many DMR radios on the market offer encryption. The TYT DMR models such as the MD-380, MD-UV380 and MD-390 offer strong security with 128-bit encryption. The TYT MD-UV390 Plus is capable of AES 256-bit encryption.

Unfortunately, accessing 256-bit level encryption in the programming software is not at all intuitive. There is a little known trick to it, but once you know, you know. And we're going to tell you how to do it.

To set up the encryption, you will first need to put the programming software in AES 256-bit encryption mode. Here is how to do it in three simple steps.

1. Click on Privacy Setting and enter the encryption setting interface.

2. Press and hold CRTL + SHIFT + P on the keyboard, and a prompt to restart will appear.

3. Click the "OK" button and the software will close. Run the software again, click on Privacy Settings, and there will be two tabs labeled Basic/Enhanced and Universal. The 256 encryption option will appear in the encryption settings.

All you need to do then is set up your encryption keys. After the first time, the programming software should be in 256-bit encryption mode when you run it.

Many two way radios have a feature called Talk Around. While not found on basic or entry level consumer radios, it is often included in higher end business, ham and even some GMRS models that can connect to repeaters. But what is it? What does it do? Most importantly, is it something you really need?

The Talk Around feature does exactly what the term implies. It allows a radio that is communicating through a repeater to bypass it and communicate directly to the radio on the other end of the connection instead, essentially "talking around" the repeater.

It's a simple concept, but to fully understand how this works, it is important to know how a repeater operates. Repeaters work by receiving a signal on one frequency and transmitting on another frequency that is spaced apart from the receiving frequency by a specified amount of bandwidth. This spacing is generally referred to as an offset. This allows the repeater to receive an incoming radio transmission and "repeat" the transmission across a broader expanse and higher power output, effectively increasing the overall range of the radios that communicate through it.

When a radio is using Talk Around, it is circumventing this communication through the repeater. Instead of transmitting and receiving these signals on two different frequencies, The Talk Around function allows the radio to both transmit and receive on the same frequency in simplex mode, bypassing the repeater entirely.

This can be very useful when the repeater is nearly out of range, is not operating, or if the radios that are communicating with one another are within range of one another and simplex comms are preferred.

We tell you about a low cost dual band digital two way radio from TYT that’s a Plus. We’ll give you an overview of its features and specifications and compare it to the original version of this radio. We’ll also take some of your comments and questions from our blog and our forum.
Intro :00
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The TYT MD-UV390 Plus DMR Digital Radio 1:24
When TYT introduced the MD-380 in 2015, it set the bar for affordable digital DMR radios and brought many hams and even some small businesses into the digital age. Then came a dual band model, the MD-UV380. Now TYT is doing it again, with the introduction of a dual band digital DMR radio with GPS, IP67 dust and water protection, and 256-bit digital encryption, plus many other features, the MD-UV390 Plus.

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TYT is a leader in DMR, particularly among the amateur radio crowd. The MD-380 has long been the go-to DMR radio for hams, the MD-390 has its niche, and the MD-9600 is an extremely popular mobile digital radio as well. A few years ago the manufacturer added dual band capability to DMR with the MD-2017, MD-UV380 and MD-UV390. Now they are adding a Plus. Introducing the new TYT MD-UV390 Plus Waterproof Dual Band DMR Digital Two Way Radio!

The new TYT MD-UV390 Plus has a lot of the same features as its predecessors, plus GPS, IP67 dust and water protection, AES-256 encryption and more. Let's learn more about each one of these.

Dual Band DMR
The original MD-390 was a single band DMR radio and was available in UHF and VHF versions. The MD-UV390 Plus GPS operates in either analog or digital mode on 136-174MHz VHF frequencies at up to 5 watts and 400-480MHz frequencies in the UHF band at up to 4 watts. Of course, as a DMR radio, it uses Time-Division Multiple-Access (TDMA) digital technology on a single 12.5kHz channel at either high or low power.

AES 256 Encryption
Digital encryption is nothing new, and is standard for other TYT DMR radios. For instance, the original MD-390 supports 128-bit encryption, and it is difficult to break with today's technology, which makes it still quite secure. The MD-UV390 Supports AES 256-bit encryption. This means that the encryption key is double the length of the 128-bit encryption key on previous models, making the UV390 Plus even more secure.

TYT MD-UV390 Plus with PTT button

IP67 Dust and Water Rating
For added protection against harsher outdoor environments, the MD-UV390 Plus is rated IP67 dust and waterproof. The rating indicates the radio is impervious to ingress from dust and is submersible in up to 1 meter of water for a duration of up to 30 minutes. This means that the MD-UV390 Plus can handle a myriad of dirty, wet and muddy conditions in the field, making it a rugged companion for use outdoors and in various emergency situations. It does not mean that it is considered intrinsically safe, which is important to keep in mind if one in considering a radio for use in potentially hazardous environments where there may be exposure to flammable or explosive materials. Such conditions require a radio with an IS certification and rating.

Also, it is important to note that The MD-UV390 Plus is dust and waterproof only when the accessory port is completely and properly covered and sealed. The radio is not fully waterproof when a headset or other accessory is connected to the audio accessory port.

GPS Capability
The MD-UV390 Plus is also equipped with GPS technology to can send and receive data between other DMR radios, including longitude, latitude and elevation. For the most part, if all of the radios are compatible with Motorola Digital Mobile Radio (DMR) Tier 2 Standard protocol, they should be able to send, receive and share this data. However, The MD-UV390 Plus does not natively support APRS.

Part 90 Type Accepted for Business
The MD-UV390 Plus is legal for amateur or business use. It is FCC type accepted for Part 90, which makes it a very economical choice for businesses, commercial operations and organizations that are moving to digital but want to avoid the expense of buying a $400-$1200 digital or analog/digital hybrid radio, or an entire fleet of them.

3000 Channels
Let's be honest here, most small businesses that use digital radios don't usually need more than 16 channels, and many of them can operate on less than four. This sort of thing is more attractive to the ham radio community. Even so, while nice to have, how many amateur operators actually need a thousand channels or more? Yet, TYT did it anyway, giving the MD-UV390 Plus no less than 3000 memory channels to store all of those frequencies for instant access as ostensibly needed.

TYT MD-UV390 Plus Display

Color LCD Display
The TYT MD-380 and MD-390 series radios that have a color display, so it comes as no surprise that the MD-UV390 Plus has one too. While not quite as rich and colorful as the Wouxun analog models, it does rival the full color LCD display of the Wouxun KG-UVN1 DMR digital radio. The image is clear and sharp, the alphanumeric characters are easy to read, and the icons are simple and clean. Plus, the screen of the MD-UV390 Plus is brighter, making it easier to read in direct sunlight than the screen of the Wouxun radios.

Features and Functionality
All the standard features of other TYT MD Series digital DMR radios are in the MD-UV390 Plus as well. These include channel scan, priority channel scan, group call, private call and all call options, repeater capability, CTCSS/DCS support, custom display messages, text messaging, talkaround and DTMF support for remote commands such as stun, kill and activate. Most full featured, higher end business radios have these or equivalent features these days, it should come as no surprise they are included with the MD-UV390 Plus, except perhaps a clock. And it has one.

TYT-MD-UV390 Plus Dimensions

Size and Weight
The MD-UV390 Plus is similar in size and weight to its predecessors, measuring 5.15 inches high, 2.4 inches wide, and 1.41 inches deep. Although not a tiny transceiver, it's ergonomically comfortable to hold, operate and carry. Weighing in at 9.1 ounces, it's not a heavy handheld, either.

Programming the MD-UV390 Plus
The MD-UV390 Plus requires the programming software provided by TYT. Although some items can be customized from the radio menu, it is highly recommended to use the programming software for full access to the radio. Every feature and function of the radio in both analog and digital modes can be configured from there.

TYT-MD-UV390 Plus Accessories

The UV390 Plus has two programmable side keys. Each key can be programmed to perform two separate functions, one on a short press, the other on a long press of the key. The list of assignable functions includes Alert Tones, Power Select, Monitor, Repeater/Talkaround, Scan, Record, Playback, VOX, Lone Worker, and more. There are more than 26 available functions on the list!

Accessories
The MD-UV390 Plus includes two removable antennas, belt clip, charger tray, AC cable, and an owner's manual. While not very comprehensive, the manual does help understand the main features and programmable options, so it's still worth a read.
The TYT MD-UV390 Plus is available from Buy Two Way Radios.
Price: $119.99.

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