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Release News and Tutorials / Re: Release News and Change Log
« Last post by Jan on Yesterday at 06:34:37 pm »
Version 4.3.3

https://magicrds.com/download/MagicRDS_Setup.exe

Bug fix: In the previous version, the periodic update of real-time inadvertently relied on a monotonic time base, preventing any time correction.
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Bug Reports / Re: Time Sync
« Last post by Jan on Yesterday at 11:22:41 am »
Thanks for the report. Yes, I’ve found a bug in this Magic RDS version that causes this behavior.

For measuring time intervals, we switched from real-time to a system (monotonic) timer for certain functions to avoid issues with leap seconds or transitions between daylight saving time and standard time. Unfortunately, the time-keeping mechanism for RDS encoders is now also tied to this monotonic timer, which is why it completely ignores the transition.

You can resolve this by simply restarting the application. We will fix this later today, so everything should go smoothly when the next transition occurs in the spring :)
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Bug Reports / Re: Time Sync
« Last post by ainaars on Yesterday at 11:04:13 am »
Version 4.3.2
Help > Check for Updates > ... Up to date.
RDS encoder P164
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Bug Reports / Re: Time Sync
« Last post by Jan on Yesterday at 10:53:34 am »
What Magic RDS version do you currently use?
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Bug Reports / Time Sync
« Last post by ainaars on Yesterday at 10:49:07 am »
Can't figure out what's wrong with rds clock after move to winter time.
Here in Latvia winter time is from last sunday of october (this year - 25.10.2026 at 03:00) but some other applications (for example samsung MagicInfo TV management) thinks that winter time will be from last saturday of october (this year - 31.10.2026 a 03:00). So, there is no one universal standart...
Looks like Magic RDS 4 thinks wrong (for my region), because every time I correct clock it jumps back one hour ahead (usually within a hour).
Does MagicRDS4 only looks on PC system clock or it calculate its own time based on somewhere defined [wrong] dst schedule?

Server clock is correct. Time zone correct (utc +02:00 Riga).
In MagicRDS >
Extensions > General > Clock Sync. = Enabled.
Extensions > CT Encoder = Off. (if ON - then immediately time is incorrect +1h)
Device setup > Date and Time > Local time offset = Auto.
Device setup > Date and Time > Show PC Time = in long term doesn't change anything.

I can manually set correct time, click [Test] [Apply] [Read] - it is correct. but not for very long time.

What is wrong and ho to correct RDS clock?
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P275 FM Analyzer / Re: P275 LCD screen carousel- is that possible?
« Last post by Jan on October 26, 2026, 10:07:02 pm »
Yes, you could, for instance, create your own custom webpage for FM Scope with specific parameters and display it in full-screen mode on your monitor. However, you are asking about something else...

Starting with firmware version 2.2f, the device supports a "Command Sequencer." Originally developed for the P275E+ variant, this feature allows the device to automatically tune into several stations in sequence and monitor their parameters. Your device variant, which includes an LCD display, can also utilize this function.

In FM Scope, go to Device - P275E+ Extra. There you will find the Command Sequencer, where you can enter commands to switch between LCD screens and specify the display duration for each one. I have included an example of such a configuration below. You can find the meaning of the commands in the current documentation. In the example, the setup includes the most important screens, as well as RDS and MPX FFT displays. Each is displayed for 10 seconds. When reaching the end, the sequence repeats. You load this sequence into the device, and it will subsequently execute the commands on its own.

The Command Sequencer only operates when the device is not being manually controlled. If you press any button, the Command Sequencer is temporarily disabled for a few minutes, allowing you to view whatever you need without interruption. In the device menu, under Settings/DIP Switches, you will find an option to enable or permanently disable this automatic switching feature.

You would probably need to update to latest firmware and software versions before trying.
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P275 FM Analyzer / P275 LCD screen carousel- is that possible?
« Last post by rtv maputo on October 26, 2026, 09:36:48 pm »
My p275 can display a lot of parameters, but since I keep it on a shelf for constant monitoring, I’d like the screens to cycle through automatically. That way I could keep track of everything, and it would look cool, too. I know this can be done using some script in FM Scope, but I don’t want to have a computer connected all the time. Any idea?
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P275 FM Analyzer / Re: P275 fm analyser which model to use
« Last post by Jan on October 25, 2026, 01:28:21 pm »
It depends on what your objective is. The P275 device is designed for measuring FM modulation parameters and analyzing RDS; therefore, a fixed, stable location is generally preferred. If your goal is to analyze signal reception, this device is not suitable, as it is not a signal coverage analyzer.

It is also worth considering what you expect from such an analysis, what specific measures you intend to take, and on what basis? For instance, there may be a very weak correlation between the received signal level and the subjective listening quality. Modern automotive receivers can dynamically adjust their signal processing methods to ensure the best possible listening experience. Consequently, the actual listening quality cannot be predicted through measurements alone. Therefore, the most effective method of assessment is simply listening via a standard receiver. Other approaches either fail to provide sufficiently valid results or are impractical due to their high cost.
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P275 FM Analyzer / P275 fm analyser which model to use
« Last post by Colin Fm 88-108 on October 25, 2026, 12:41:07 pm »
Hi
Im looking to buy a Fm analyser (p275) but need one that will pick up signals while driving through an area  hoping you can help  I would possibly need 2 of them   thanks
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Configuration Options and Possibilities / Re: Version 4 help (reading XML file)
« Last post by Jan on October 08, 2026, 03:36:08 am »
I don't quite understand how the unit can be sending nothing to the transmitter while you simultaneously report seeing static radiotext. In any case, I do spot a problem with your setup: RDS Spy could never have worked at a speed of 2400 baud, as it is impossible to provide decoded data at such a low rate — a fact actually noted in the manual. When using an external Ethernet-to-RS-232 converter, the software cannot technically detect or adjust the communication speed; you must configure this via the converter's control interface. You also need to ensure that the speed set on the converter matches the speed pre-configured on the encoder.
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