Firmware Update ^hot^ | Xhdata D-808

Do not expect a new user interface or new features. The "Firmware Update" is a .

One of the primary areas of improvement often found in these updates is the optimization of the frequency tuning steps. Early iterations of the radio sometimes struggled with specific step increments, particularly when navigating the crowded bands of Shortwave or the specific spacing required for Medium Wave (AM) listening. Updates have refined this logic, ensuring smoother transitions and more accurate stops on desired frequencies. xhdata d-808 firmware update

| Revision | Approx. Period | Known Changes | |----------|----------------|----------------| | v1.0 | 2017-2019 | Original release, had a squelch issue on SSB and occasional display lag. | | v2.1 | 2020-2021 | Improved SSB stability, changed AGC behavior, fixed some display bugs. | | v3.0 | 2022+ | Better sync detection, reduced birdies on certain bands, different LCD controller. | Do not expect a new user interface or new features

| Radio Model | User Firmware Update Possible? | Method | |-------------|-------------------------------|--------| | XHDATA D-808 | | N/A | | Tecsun PL-330 | Yes | USB cable + PC software | | Tecsun PL-990 | Yes | USB cable + PC software | | Sangean ATS-909X2 | Yes | USB flash drive | | C.Crane Skywave SSB 2 | No | Factory only | Early iterations of the radio sometimes struggled with

Since there is no "Check Firmware" menu option, enthusiasts use these visual cues to identify their model:

Because of this, "updating" your D-808 effectively means buying a newer production version. Below is a review of the firmware state and the physical revisions available on the market. Version History & Hardware Changes