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P275 FM Analyzer / Re: Voltage supply
« Last post by Jan on December 21, 2025, 11:58:21 pm »Please follow the manual for complete list of power supply options. The supply voltage you suggested is not directly supported by the board.
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P275 FM Analyzer / Voltage supply
« Last post by simbarg on December 21, 2025, 11:48:30 pm »Is it possible to run the print version on 8/9 volts?
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Release News and Tutorials / Re: Release News and Change Log
« Last post by Jan on December 10, 2025, 09:24:11 pm »Version 4.2.9
http://pira.cz/rds/magicrds/MagicRDS_Setup.exe
http://pira.cz/rds/magicrds/MagicRDS_Setup.exe
- Following help hint and GUI languages are now included: BG, CN, CS, DE, EL, EN, ES, FR, HU, IT, PL, PT, RU, TR
- The website now includes full Recent Events snapshot and Communication Monitor snapshot (if communication monitor was enabled for that Connection)
- On Windows shutdown, the application is now closed under its own direction, incl. saving the settings
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P275 FM Analyzer / Re: signal quality
« Last post by Jan on December 08, 2025, 08:27:35 pm »The signal level has no bearing on the reception quality required for modulation measurements, except that at low levels the conditions are unlikely to be met.
The reception quality indicator entirely ignores the signal level. Please refer to the pdf manual for more information about what parameters and influences are monitored to determine the quality of reception. To improve the reception, especially in areas with many signals from several directions, use an antenna with directional effect and correct polarization. Also pay attention to the section discussing HD Radio (if applicable).
The reception quality indicator entirely ignores the signal level. Please refer to the pdf manual for more information about what parameters and influences are monitored to determine the quality of reception. To improve the reception, especially in areas with many signals from several directions, use an antenna with directional effect and correct polarization. Also pay attention to the section discussing HD Radio (if applicable).
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P275 FM Analyzer / signal quality
« Last post by simbarg on December 08, 2025, 08:17:03 pm »hello
how is it possible that i get week signal (1 bar)on 1 station with aproxx 65dbuv
and the other station with 65dbuv 4 bars?
how is it possible that i get week signal (1 bar)on 1 station with aproxx 65dbuv
and the other station with 65dbuv 4 bars?
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Control Software / Re: Magic RDS 4 Won't Connect
« Last post by Jan on December 05, 2025, 11:34:38 pm »Thanks for providing all information. There's no issue of such kind in the Magic RDS 4 or in the devices. You've checked several units and several PC machines so individual failure can be ruled out and the problem is solely related to the setup procedure. In that case, I have to refer you to the device PDF manual, where the setup procedure is described in detail. There's nothing special, just basic rules. If you are not experienced with operating Ethernet devices, get someone who knows the basics.
In particular, make sure that if one side is set as a TCP server, the other side is a TCP client, and vice versa. You don't need to deal with the RDS Spy connection at all, the RDS Spy is a part of the Magic RDS 4 package and, when the connection is working, it is accessible with one button without the need for any additional configuration.
Typically the time required for the setup in local network is ~2 minutes.
Please provide screenshots: TCP setup in the ConfigTool, Connection Overview in the Magic RDS 4 and DHCP configuration in your network router.
In particular, make sure that if one side is set as a TCP server, the other side is a TCP client, and vice versa. You don't need to deal with the RDS Spy connection at all, the RDS Spy is a part of the Magic RDS 4 package and, when the connection is working, it is accessible with one button without the need for any additional configuration.
Typically the time required for the setup in local network is ~2 minutes.
Please provide screenshots: TCP setup in the ConfigTool, Connection Overview in the Magic RDS 4 and DHCP configuration in your network router.
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Control Software / Magic RDS 4 Won't Connect
« Last post by rogertee1966@gmail.com on December 05, 2025, 11:29:03 pm »We are in the process of configuring the P164 units. We have 4. All 4 exhibit the same issue. Configuration was going fine and suddenly just quit connecting. We have tried direct connection, 4 different machines, 3 OS's (Win 7, 10 & 11) and even attempted going back to Magic RDS 3. We can see the box through the web interface i.e. web browser to IP address, without issue. The RUNDONFIG tool in the Magic RDS software seems to connect but neither the control software nor the RDS Spy connect. We have checked, double-checked,triple-checked IP and port settings without success. Any idea of what we might be missing?
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Configuration Options and Possibilities / Re: Using magic rds for ORBAN audio processor
« Last post by delta67 on December 03, 2025, 11:24:56 am »Hi There,
Works perfectly the MagicRds4 on my Orban 8700ilt! Got some screenshot made!
You must also activate or open the ports in your router!
Works perfectly the MagicRds4 on my Orban 8700ilt! Got some screenshot made!
You must also activate or open the ports in your router!
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P132, P164, P232(U) and P332 RDS Encoders / Re: P164 Logo
« Last post by Jan on November 27, 2025, 08:51:58 am »Your questions are relevant and completely correct. Unfortunately, we are unable to give you a complete answer here. These questions need to be directed to car infotainment manufacturers, and also to the "RDS Forum" organization. In this regard, it is necessary to exert pressure so that the implementation of RDS in car radios is in accordance with the currently valid standard and the user is sufficiently informed about all features and standards supported by the equipment. I am not at all satisfied with how the implementation of the RDS2 standard in receivers is going, but we have done a lot of work on this matter and the ball is not in our court now.
To verify that all encoder settings have been made correctly, you don't need any equipment to receive and show the logo. Just click on the RDS Spy button and in the RDS Spy select View - RDS2 RFT File Receiver.
If you are looking for an RDS2 receiver, look for compliance with IEC 62106:2023 or later.
To verify that all encoder settings have been made correctly, you don't need any equipment to receive and show the logo. Just click on the RDS Spy button and in the RDS Spy select View - RDS2 RFT File Receiver.
If you are looking for an RDS2 receiver, look for compliance with IEC 62106:2023 or later.
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P132, P164, P232(U) and P332 RDS Encoders / Re: P164 Logo
« Last post by rogertee1966@gmail.com on November 27, 2025, 12:00:35 am »Clearly I am missing something. I have added a station logo and I thought I had all of the settings correct so that it should display, however, I am not seeing the logo on the radio. The radio is in a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado. Lots of conflicting info out there where one source says it will display another implies it might not.
I didn't find any information, again I may have overlooked it, in the manuals about setting up the logo but the error messages are very helpful. I did have one of the logos that I resized etc. to meet the criteria of a 1:1 aspect ration and a file size of less that 6kB. I believe I found where to turn on the additional subcarrier (again some conflicting info on the subject, is the additional carrier necessary?) but it would appear the receiver must be capable of receiving the addtional carrier...if it is indeed necessary.
Can you offer some clarity on proper setup and do you know what receivers will actually display the logo?
Thank you.
I didn't find any information, again I may have overlooked it, in the manuals about setting up the logo but the error messages are very helpful. I did have one of the logos that I resized etc. to meet the criteria of a 1:1 aspect ration and a file size of less that 6kB. I believe I found where to turn on the additional subcarrier (again some conflicting info on the subject, is the additional carrier necessary?) but it would appear the receiver must be capable of receiving the addtional carrier...if it is indeed necessary.
Can you offer some clarity on proper setup and do you know what receivers will actually display the logo?
Thank you.