| Problem | Possible Solution(s) | | :--- | :--- | | | • Run the installer as an administrator . • Temporarily disable your antivirus/firewall. • Ensure you have enough free disk space on your system drive. | | Error 4-1379: Invalid Regional Code | This indicates a region mismatch between the CPS version and the radio. A known fix is to edit the Windows Registry (proceed with caution). Navigate to: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\WOW6432Node\Motorola\ProRadio\FSK and set the SerializedString value to @%&MAHUS to unlock all regions. | | CPS won't detect my radio | • Try a different USB cable/port and restart the CPS. • Ensure the radio is turned on and the battery is sufficiently charged. • Manually install the USB drivers (see Step 4). • Verify you are using the correct CPS version for your radio model. | | "Error 1001687: No Acknowledge from Device" | • Check the physical connection of the programming cable. • Ensure the radio is powered on and not in a mode that locks programming. | | "A newer version of this software is already installed" | Uninstall the existing version from the Windows "Control Panel" > "Programs and Features" before installing the new one. | | Entitlement ID not accepted | • Verify the EID was purchased for the correct radio model. • Ensure your CPS version supports EID activation (older versions may not). | | Radio turns off during writing process | • This is normal behavior for some radio models as part of the programming cycle. However, a consistent failure indicates a driver or connection issue. |
Read through the End User License Agreement (EULA). Select the radio button for I accept the terms in the license agreement and click Next .
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Motorola radios require proprietary virtual COM port drivers to communicate with Windows. Without these drivers, the CPS 10 software will display a "Radio Not Found" or "Device Discovery Error."
The installer was run without administrative privileges. | Problem | Possible Solution(s) | | :---
This guide provides a comprehensive walkthrough for installing Motorola CPS 10, resolving common configuration errors, and preparing your system for successful radio programming. System Requirements and Prerequisites
Verify the region code of your physical radio against the specific regional variant of the CPS 10 software you installed. You must use matching regional software. The Installer Fails to Launch | | Error 4-1379: Invalid Regional Code |
Click Install to start copying files to your hard drive. This process takes 3 to 10 minutes depending on your computer speed. Step 4: Driver Installation (Critical)