In short:
provides the basic operating system for the radio, though it is often considered limited in features compared to custom versions. Version Examples : Notable factory versions include Known Issues Language Reversion dm-1801 firmware
Later stock firmware versions added:
Buy the DM-1801 specifically because it supports OpenGD77. Don't buy it for the stock firmware. You'll thank me later. In short: provides the basic operating system for
The DM-1801 firmware boasts an array of features that make it an exceptional device: You'll thank me later
| Feature | Stock Firmware | OpenGD77 | |---------|---------------|----------| | | ❌ | ✅ | | Promiscuous mode | ❌ | ✅ | | Scan speed | Slow (5-8 ch/s) | Fast (20-30 ch/s) | | VFO A/B | ❌ | ✅ | | FPP ease | Painful | Easy | | Boot time | 4-5 sec | 1 sec | | Zone limit | 16 zones, 16 ch | 256 zones, 80 ch | | Satellite mode | ❌ | ✅ | | FM broadcast radio | ✅ | ❌ |