Kenwood TM-D710GE - Manual (Page 80)

08 MCP-2A/6A Memory Control Program
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MCP-2A Memory Control Program
MCP‑2A is software designed for use with your personal computer to edit and manage memory channel and menu data
for TM‑V71A/E, TM‑D710A/E or RC‑D710. The current version of MCP‑2A retains features from earlier versions of MCP
series software that received favorable comments from customers, and introduces new features to substantially raise
the overall software performance. For convenience of customers, KENWOOD distributes the software via our corporate
web site as a free service for our customers.
This version updates and improves the user interface to allow a user to view much information at one time in a single
window. A new file import/ export function has been added that can be used to import the ARRL-issued TravelPlus for
Repeaters™ information. Also, the file format of the new MCP-2A is compatible with the older version of software.
Create, manage and edit memory channel and menu data for TM‑V71A/E, TM‑D710A/E and RC‑D710 to maximize your
enjoyment of these transceivers. Furthermore, using the MCP‑2A software tool makes exchanging this data among
transceivers easy. You will need a PG‑5G or PG‑5H cable kit available as an option to use MCP‑2A.
Fig. 8-1 MCP‑2A Memory Channel Window
Downloading and Installing MCP-2A
1 Check that the specifications for your computer meet the following that are necessary to use MCP-2A.
Table 8-1 MCP-2A Computer Specifications Table
Personal Computer Required Specification
Operating System
Windows XP (Service Pack 3 or later, 32‑bit)
Windows Vista (Service Pack 2 or later, 32‑bit or 64‑bit)
Windows 7 (RTM or later, 32‑bit or 64‑bit)
CPU At least the recommended CPU for each OS is required to run this program.
Memory At least the recommended system memory for each OS is required to run this program.
Run‑time Environment
Microsft .NET Framework 3.5 (including .Microsoft Framework NET 2.0 and 3.0) must be installed
for Windows XP.
Communication Port Serial port available (COM1 to COM20). (see Notes below)
Note:
◆ If Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 (including Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 and 3.0) is not installed, download the software
from the following URL and install it prior to installing MCP‑2A:
http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=22
◆ Depending on the type of computer, there may not be any equipped COM ports. In this case, you will need a USB‑to‑serial
port conversion cable. Details of USB‑to‑serial conversion for use with APRS and TM‑D710A/E can be obtained from the
amateur radio community.