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Update Opus D1X Radio Firmware

Opus D10, Opus D12, Opus D14 Two-Way Radios
Background Information

Like most modern electronic devices, your two way radio runs on software. This type of software is known as firmware (FW).

Firmware is numbered sequentially with major, minor and subversions in the form 1.2.3. The higher the number, the more recent the firmware.

As we develop new features, introduce improvements and fix bugs we release firmware updates for our products. Generally speaking, if a radio works fine for you there is no need to update the firmware.

You can check the current firmware in your device if you have a copy of the CPS (Customer Programming Software) and a programming cable or, if your device has a screen, from the information menu (see below).

To check the current firmware on your D12 or D14; using the front keypad, press the OK button (top left), then press the Left or Right button multiple times to select Settings, followed by the OK button. Now use the Left/Right buttons to select Radio Info and then press the OK button. Again, use the Left/Right buttons to select Firmware Ver., followed by OK. The radio display will show the currently installed firmware version (e.g. V3.02.25). If you press a button accidentally, just press the Back button (top right) to step back. If you cannot locate the relevant menu, access may have been restricted by your system administrator.

If you encounter a bug, please speak with us. A firmware update may be available to resolve the issue. If not, assuming we can replicate the issue, we will request a firmware update from our software engineers.

Should you need to update the firmware in your device please follow these simple steps.

Firmware Update Procedure (Opus​ D10, Opus D​12, Opus D14 only)​

Note: We have now updated the Opus D1X CPS program to incorporate firmware updating. This method replaces the old method that required a separate firmware update program.

Before starting, ensure that you have a fully charged battery on your radio and it is switched off.

You will need a copy of the Opus D1X CPS program (V2.00.25.04 or later). CPS installation instructions are given here.

  1. Close any radio related programs on your PC.
  2. Run the CPS program on your PC. You may need to run this in Administrator mode.
  3. Connect the programming lead to your PC but not the radio.
  4. In the CPS programme, click Tools and then Upgrade Firmware.
  5. The Upgrade Firmware window will pop-up.
  6. Click the '...' button on the right of the window.
  7. A file browser window will appear. Use this to locate and select the required .bin firmware file on your PC.
  8. Click the Open button in the File Browser window.
  9. Connect the programming cable to your radio (DO NOT TURN ON THE RADIO).
  10. Press and hold the orange button AND the PTT button on your radio together and turn on your radio.
  11. The radio LED will flash Red, Green, Orange sequentially to indicate that the Firmware Programming mode is active.
  12. Release the buttons.
  13. DO NOT TURN OFF YOUR DEVICE.
  14. Press the OK button in the Upgrade Firmware window of the CPS program on your PC.
  15. The radio LED will turn Orange for about 30 seconds to indicate that the process is underway.
  16. The radio LED will then flash Red, Green, Orange sequentially.
  17. A green progress bar will indicate the upgrade status.
  18. Be patient, it can take up to 3 minutes to complete the procedure.
  19. When complete an 'Upgrade Successful' message will pop-up and the radio will reboot automatically.
  20. Press 'OK' to close the message window.
  21. Turn off the radio.
  22. Disconnect the programming cable from the radio.
  23. Test the radio to ensure that it operates correctly.
  24. If you need to update additional radios, repeat this process from step 9.

If you encounter any issues please contact us.

Check Firmware Version using the CPS
  1. Open the CPS program.
  2. Connect the programming lead to your PC.
  3. Turn OFF the radio.
  4. Connect the programming lead to the radio.
  5. Turn ON the radio.
  6. In the CPS programme, click Program and then Read From Radio or press CTRL+R.
  7. Click OK.
  8. A progress bar will show the data being uploaded.
  9. A pop-up window will indicate the process has completed successfully.
  10. Click OK.
  11. The left of the screen is now populated with the radio data, presented in a tree structure.
  12. Click on the top line of the tree, which will show your radio model number.
  13. The main screen will now display the radio data.
  14. The Firmware Version is displayed in this list, along with other core data.
  15. Turn OFF the radio.
  16. Disconnect the programming lead.
  17. If you wish to read another radio, repeat the process from step 3.
Installing the Opus D1X CPS Software (V2.00.25.04 or later)

You may need to install this program in Administrator Mode to ensure that all access rights are granted correctly.

If you already have a copy of the CPS installed, you do not need to uninstall the old version. It will automatically be replaced.

  1. Locate the CPS program file on your PC.
  2. Double click the name.
  3. If you see a UAC warning message, click Yes.
  4. The CPS Setup program will start.
  5. Click Next.
  6. At the 'Select Destination Location' prompt, either keep the default location or click 'Browse...' and select a new location.
  7. Click Next.
  8. At the 'Select Start Menu Folder' prompt, either keep the default or click 'Browse...' and choose a new location or tick the 'Don't create a Start Menu folder' checkbox.
  9. Click Next.
  10. At the 'Select Additional Tasks' prompt, choose which icons you require by ticking the relevant checkboxes.
  11. Click Next.
  12. At the 'Ready to Install' prompt, check the selections are correct. Use Back to change any that are incorrect and then return to this page.
  13. Click Install.
  14. When the progress bar has completed you will have the option to install the USB Driver.
  15. If this is the first installation of the CPS on your PC, tick the 'Launch Driver Installation' checkbox.
  16. If you want to start the CPS following installation, tick the 'Launch CPS D5' checkbox.
  17. Click Finish.
  18. If required, the driver will now install. When you see the 'Installation successful' pop-up, click OK.
  19. If you opted for the CPS to start, it will now start.
Dale Blackman 18 September 2024
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