Yaesu FT-950 - UPDATE V0113 AND V11.54 INFORMATION User Manual

6/11/10
VERY IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This update procedure is for the FT-950 lot numbers 01 to 42. Please verify the version of the radio by
the serial number. The third and fourth digits indicate the lot number, example xx42xxxx. You may
also verify the current EDSP level of your radio (refer to page 1 of this instruction). If the first digit of
the number is 2 (example 20.45 1.13) Do not install this update EDSP software, It is not compatible
with EDSP level 2 radios. Radios with lot numbers 43 and above, cannot operate with EDSP Ver.
11.54 software. At this time (6/12/2010) there are no updates for EDSP level 2 radios.
PEP950
This procedure is used to update Main CPU Ver. 0113 and EDSP Ver. 11.54 the
flash programming for the FT-950 Transceivers.
We recommend installing the Flash Programming Software on a PC computer with Windows 2000,
XP or Vista Operating System; and use the serial cable RS-232C, DB9F to DB9F straight cable.
NOTE: There are many USB adapters available; however some may not function with this software.
We recommend using the latest USB adapter driver software when available.
The software versions can be displayed on the radio
While holding the three buttons [GEN]＋[50]＋[ENT] turn the radio on. The software version will be
displayed in the VFO-A window for 5 seconds then the radio will start up in normal operation.
See below:
Example EDSP V11.53 and MAIN V1.12 software version.
*If you already have
EDSP V11.54 and MAIN V0113 software versions, it is not necessary to update the FT-
950 again.
The software updates will work with all versions (AF, AS, EU, NA, OC, SA or all Countries) of the FT-950.
Main CPU:
Software version 01XX
(This image & version is for
illustration only)
EDSP:
Software version 11.XX
(This image & version is for
illustration only)

Yaesu FT-950 - UPDATE V0113 AND V11.54 INFORMATION Specifications

General

Modes	SSB, CW, AM, FM, Digital
Supply Voltage	13.8 VDC ±15%
Antenna Connector	SO-239
Power Output	5 - 100 W (adjustable)
Receiver Type	Superheterodyne
Antenna Impedance	50 ohms
Current Consumption	22 A (max)
Display	LCD
Firmware Version	V0113 AND V11.54 INFORMATION

Summary

Important Compatibility Notices

FT-950 Lot Number Compatibility

Specifies compatibility for FT-950 lot numbers 01 to 42.

Incompatibility with Higher Lot Numbers

Notes incompatibility of lot numbers 43+ with EDSP Ver. 11.54 software.

Troubleshooting Communication Errors

Handling Communication Errors

Provides a procedure for handling 'Communications Error' messages during updates.

MAIN Software Update Procedure

Backup Personal Menu Settings

Prepare Radio for Update

Instructs to turn off radio, disconnect power, and set the program switch.

Connect Programming Cable

Details connecting the serial cable from PC COM port to FT-950 CAT connector.

Launch MAIN Update Software

Guides to open the FSW005 application from the extracted MAIN folder.

Configure COM Port and Write Data

Instructs to confirm the SFL file, configure COM port if needed, and start writing.

Complete MAIN Update

Details disconnecting cables, setting PGM-SW to LEFT, and powering on.

Reset Radio After Update

EDSP Software Update Procedure

Prepare Radio for EDSP Update

Enter EDSP Programming Mode

Launch EDSP Update Software

Select EDSP File and Update

Monitor Update Progress

Finalize EDSP Update

Post-Update Reset