| Problem | Likely Cause | Solution | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | “Codeplug too new/old” | RSS version mismatch | Find a newer or exact version of RSS. Never “force” write. | | Checksum error | Corrupted codeplug | Re-read the radio without making changes. If persistent, the EEPROM may be failing. | | Computer freezes on read | CPU too fast | Use a slowdown utility: SETSPEED , MOUSLO , or boot with CPU=SLOW in BIOS. | | “Serial port not initialized” | RIB not powered | Replace 9V battery. Check RIB LED (if present). |
Some radio dealers, such as Radiotronics UK , offer the programming software for the GP340/GM340 series. 3. Step-by-Step Programming Process
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| Problem | Likely Cause | Solution | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | “Codeplug too new/old” | RSS version mismatch | Find a newer or exact version of RSS. Never “force” write. | | Checksum error | Corrupted codeplug | Re-read the radio without making changes. If persistent, the EEPROM may be failing. | | Computer freezes on read | CPU too fast | Use a slowdown utility: SETSPEED , MOUSLO , or boot with CPU=SLOW in BIOS. | | “Serial port not initialized” | RIB not powered | Replace 9V battery. Check RIB LED (if present). |
Some radio dealers, such as Radiotronics UK , offer the programming software for the GP340/GM340 series. 3. Step-by-Step Programming Process Motorola Gp 868 Programming Software