TY MD380toolz - Tweaked md380toolz

TY MD380toolz - Tweaked md380toolz

NOTE: All credit goes to travisgoodspeed and friends. This custom firmware is based off the branch by DL4YHF. The added tweaks/changed will be listed here.

New Features
-Microphone gain (3db or 6db options)
-Side button toggle option for promiscuous mode
-Open last heard info by pressing *
-Open alternate menu with #
-Set talkgroup option (type in talkgroup number and will be applied to current channel)
-Private call option (type in dmr ID)

Flahsing userdb.bin on Tytera (Solved)

I have problems with flahsing userdb.bin on Tytera MD-390, no gps, with Tytera Flash Tool v 1.05.

Seems to be ok after flashing, but no info are displayed after, there is a message during QSOs saying that no info found in userdb.csv and to read github.

Seems that the db is not updated.

TYT MD-380 / MD-390 Experimental Firmware Features Explained

TYT MD-380 / MD-390 Experimental Firmware Features Explained
I just wanted to highlight and comment on some of the features added to a TYT MD-390 DMR radio after flashing a modified firmware. I'm very new to DMR so I'm just sharing what I've learned (or think I've learned) in just a few days.



MD-390 Program Pre-set Buttons

I programmed the upper side button for zone toggle. It will only toggle the first 4 zones. I have 7. How can I get it to toggle through all 7.

I am talking about the upper side button (above the PTT)' not the keyboard.

Please help with your comments

Fran MD390 return button

Hi. My name is Fran , my indicative EA4FRI . I am writing to you because I see you have experience in DMR systems. I'm starting to experiment with the DMR system. I bought a DV4mini and TYT walkie MD390 . It has everything very good. It turns out that I meet a somewhat strange problem is that the return button (red button) does not answer me . I tried it with "short" press and long press and unresponsive. Do you know of any similar problem ? What can be ? I sent a video on Google Drive. Thanks for your attention.

Tytera MD-390 vs MD-380

I have been pondering or not to purchase a MD-390 or 380.  I am wanting to get into DMR but I have not made the move yet. I wanted to start off with a handheld unit and then over to a Mobile radio.  I have 2 questions mainly.

1. What advantages does the MD-390 have over the MD-380 other than being water proof?  Looks like the MD-380 will do the same things the 390 will other than has a larger battery and is water proof.  Anyone know?  Also for the price difference I was just curious.  Even at $199 for the 390 it's not a bad deal.

Also with either radio, does anyone know if there are any AA battery holders available to use with it?  I was just wondering on this?  It would be nice to have the ability to use a AA batter holder on the unit in the event of your main battery being dead. Anyone know?  I would prefer a radio that has this capability if possible. 

Ham Radio 2.0: Episode 34 - Unboxing the TYT MD390 DMR HT

Ham Radio 2.0: Episode 34 - Unboxing the TYT MD390 DMR HT


TYT reveals their new IP67 rated DMR HT, the successor to the MD380. Both units are still in production , so let's take a look at the newest model.
https://youtu.be/Dq2fo8vtItg

Tytera has a new radio out. MD390

Tytera has a new radio out. MD390

Tytera MD-390 Waterproof DMR Digital Portable Two Way Radio! The MD-390 provides the same amazingly clear, full quieting digital voice communications as the TYT MD-380 without walloping your wallet, and adds an extra layer of dust and water protection to boot. The MD-390 operates in analog and digital modes on 400-480MHz frequencies (UHF model) or 136-174MHz VHF (VHF model) at up to 5 watts. though the the use of Time-Division Multiple-Access (TDMA) digital technology to double the number of users on a single 12.5kHz channel at either high or low power.

The MD 390 has 1000 channels, built-in CTCSS/DCS, channel scan, priority scan and a DTMF keypad to allow full access to its menu of powerful features. All of the standard calling features are built right in, including Private Call, Group Call and All Call for all the flexibility you expect from true digital radio. It also has lone worker mode, power save mode, low power alarm, and emergency alarm to give you have a feature packed portable that rivals comparable DMR radios at twice the price!

Let's not forget the display. It's there, too. The TYT MD-390 is equipped with a large, clear, color LCD display with text, graphics and text messages for a professional ambience that rivals many other digital handheld radios costing hundreds more!

Accessories are a no brainer. The TYT MD-390 uses a standard Kenwood 2-pin (K1) accessory connector, so you can use your existing MD-380 earbuds, headsets, speaker mics and other audio accessories from your existing MD-380 without getting all new gear.

The Tytera MD-390 digital radio uses Digital Mobile Radio (DMR) Tier 2 Standard protocol. It is compatible with the popular MOTO TRBO series Tier I and II using standard encryption, as well as other makes and models of DMR supported radios. It is also compatible with any existing analog two-way radio operating on the supported UHF frequencies for easy migration to digital technology.

Includes one Tytera MD-390 UHF or VHF digital mobile two way radio, antenna, belt clip, AC charger, 2200mAh lithium-ion rechargeable battery, owner's manual and one year manufacturer warranty. 


TYTERA MD-390 being submerged under water

I have posted a video on the TYTERA MD-390 being submerged under water( for its baptismal).

Like its counterpart in the watch industry (TIMEX), the new DMR member of the TYT family still " keeps on ticking"!

The post is at:

TYTERA MD-390 being submerged under water