First post, by EMSOPhelp
In short, I am at my wits end, with time running out, as I need to program a Kenwood VHF radio (tk-730H-G) and have gone down a route which is simply not working. Local help did not work and I do not have a Kenwood dealer where I am located. So I am struggling. Wondering if someone in this community could help me out? Here is where I am.....
HP Envy laptop running windows 10, no serial ports only USB's
Downloaded DOSBox program as radio is in need of DOS to program. I have the radio software to program, on USB drive which also has DOS on it
Purchased Serial cable to communicate with radio as I thought I had a computer with serial port but, that didn't happen and am running out of luck finding one so.....I purchased a USB to serial port adapter and it should be here soon. The serial port adapter has FTDI chip which may or may not be an issue. Unsure.
Will DOSBox allow me to mount the software and send to USB via adapter to serial cable to radio?
With that said, I have 3 weeks to get my radio programmed to assure I can pass EMS inspection through by state. I only need 2 VHF channels programmed, that's it. I am registered with the state communication center to use the channels so this is completely legal incase anyone was wondering. Only thing left is to get the radio programmed. The radio is installed in the ambulance and would be a HUGE deal to pull it out, hence the need for the laptop. So there it is. I would be greatly indebted to any and all who could help me get this completed. Also to note, working within this realm is quite foreign so I may or may not understand any directions given so patience and understanding would be much appreciated. Thank you in advance.