WSJT Improved with 4.2.2

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If you haven't had a chance, review the release notes.

https://www.flexradio.com/documentation/smartsdr-v4-2-20-release-notes

Best Practices for Installing SmartSDR

Back Up Your Profiles

Always back up your Global, TX (transmit), and Microphone Profiles before upgrading. For step-by-step export instructions, refer to the SmartSDR for Windows Software User's Guide. It is strongly recommended that you export all profiles before upgrading to version 4.2.20.

Maintaining a current set of exported profiles is a best practice and helps protect against unexpected data loss. Switching between different versions of SmartSDR can result in profile incompatibilities or loss of data if backups are not available.

Update Windows First

Ensure your Windows operating system is up to date before installing SmartSDR for Windows. Proper operation of SmartSDR and its associated drivers depends on a supported and current Windows environment, including up-to-date root security certificates.

Run Windows Update and install all available mandatory and optional updates before installing SmartSDR for Windows.

Power Cycle the Radio Before Installing

Restart the radio before installing the SmartSDR for Windows software on your PC and updating the radio firmware. This helps ensure a smooth and reliable upgrade.

Perform a Cold Boot After Firmware Upgrade

Using the power button, shut down the radio, then disconnect it from DC power. After approximately 30 seconds, reconnect DC power. After restoring DC power, wait at least two minutes before booting the radio. This process ensures a complete reset and helps promote proper operation.

Update All Devices at the Same Time

If using Maestro or other PCs running SmartSDR, update all devices simultaneously to ensure a consistent operating experience and to avoid radio firmware upgrade/downgrade delays.

Always Perform a Factory Reset When Downgrading

Downgrading to a previous version of SmartSDR is not recommended.

The internal database used by Aurora, FLEX-8000, and FLEX-6000 radios is not backward compatible. If a downgrade is required, a Factory Reset is necessary to ensure the radio's internal database aligns properly with the installed firmware version and to prevent potential inconsistencies or operational issues.

If the Radio Is Not Operating Properly After Upgrading

Important: If the radio is not operating properly immediately after upgrading, perform a factory reset and refrain from importing any exported profiles. The database may be inconsistent and require resetting to a default state.