Kenwood TH-D72A/E Main
firmware v1.01
Kenwood · Released Dec 15, 2010 · First seen Sep 6, 2026
Source:
kenwood.com
v1.01 is not the latest firmware for the Kenwood TH-D72A/E Main: the current version is v1.10 (August 26, 2020). Go to v1.10
In short — summary by updatemystuff.com
Fixes icon display issues in APRS and PACKET modes at 1200bps
- iGPS icon no longer stops blinking or disappears in APRS mode
- 12 icon no longer flickers in PACKET mode
Written from Kenwood's release notes, which are printed in full below.
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What's in this update
The following symptoms are revised.
- When APRS mode is turned on in 1200bps mode, the "iGPS" icon may stop blinking or disappear.
- When PACKET mode is turned on in 1200bps mode, the "12" icon may flicker.
Applicable models/units :
The firmware updating program is applicable for the following models/units.
Models: TH-D72A, TH-D72E
Serial numbers: From S/NO.B0Bxxxxx through S/NO.C09xxxxx approx.
Notes
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You can find the serial number imprinted on the rear panel after removing the battery.; It consists of an 8-digit number beginning with "S/NO."
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You can check the firmware version of your TH-D72A/E by pressing #[ENT] + Power ON.
The firmware version appears in the LCD display.
Operating Environments
1.
Operating System (OS)
Windows ® 8.1 (32-bit or 64-bit)
Windows ® 10 (32-bit or 64-bit)
Note:
This software is designed to run on the above operating systems.
This software also runs on Windows ®
- (Noted on June 23, 2022)
Applicable operating systems are subject to change without notice due to the end of the technical support by Microsoft Corporation or change of the product specifications.
- Processor
Faster than the recommended CPU for each OS.
- System Memory (RAM)
Larger than the recommended System Memory for each OS.
- Free Hard Drive Space
Larger than the system Hard Drive Space for each OS.
- Runtime
Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 (includes .NET 2.0 and 3.0).
- Peripheral Devices
A display with resolutions higher than XGA (1024 x 768).
A keyboard and a mouse, or other pointing devices.
USB 2.0 interface.
Attention
If you do not want to lose user data, save the data using the Memory Control Program MCP-4A before updating the firmware and write the data back after updating the firmware.
Turn the transceiver OFF before connecting it to a PC.
You cannot connect the TH-D72A/E to a PC COM port via an RS-232C cable.
Installation:
Extract the downloaded file "TH-D72_Main_V110E.zip" into a designated folder.
In the designated folder, a folder labeled "TH-D72_Main_V110E" will be created.
In the folder labeled "TH-D72_Main_V110E", two files "TH-D72_Main_V110_e.exe" and "TH-D72_Main_e.chm" are automatically created.
Updating:
- Start the program by double-clicking "TH-D72_Main_V110_e.exe" icon.
- Connect the transceiver's USB port to your PC's USB port using a USB cable, and select the COM port you will use by following the Help file.
- Proceed firmware updating by following the explanations in the dialog boxes.
Uninstalling:
- Delete the folder labeled "TH-D72_Main_V110E" manually using the Explorer or an alternative method.
- This software does not modify the system registry parameters or system folder.
Downloading
Only if you agree to the following "Usage Notes", click "Agree" and download the file. (If you do not agree, you will not be able to download the file.)
Usage Notes
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Users are prohibited to assign, rent, lease, redistribute, or resell the software.
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Users are prohibited to revise, change, translate, merge, de-compile, or reverse engineer the software.
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JVCKENWOOD Corporation does not warrant that quality and functions of this software comply with each user's purpose of use of this software, and unless specifically described in this document, JVCKENWOOD Corporation shall be free from any responsibilities to any defects and indemnities to any damages or losses.
Selection and installation of this software shall be done by the user's own designation.
The user shall take full responsibility for the use and effects of this software.
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JVCKENWOOD Corporation shall be free from any responsibilities for any incidental losses or damages, such as missing communications or a call opportunity, caused by a failure or performance error of this software.
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JVCKENWOOD Corporation shall own all copyrights and other intellectual properties for the software and all manuals and documents attached to the software.
The user shall be allowed to use, not to resell, the software by obtaining a license from JVCKENWOOD Corporation.
While the media on which the software is stored is possessed by the user, the ownership for the software itself shall be reserved for JVCKENWOOD Corporation.
TH-D72_Main_V110E.zip : 1.28MB download
TH-D72_Main_V110E.zip : 1.28MB download
(The latest version includes all previous updates.) TH-D72 Main Firmware Update Version 1.10 (August / 2020)
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.NET Framework is a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.
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