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Xiegu X6100 firmware update to v1.1.8

Xiegu have just released an update to the Xiegu X6100 which fixes a number of well-known bugs, and make a number of improvements to features such as the waterfall, bluetooth, and wifi.

Changes in this version:

  1. Adjust the gain allocation in the baseband section, improve the received signal- to noise ratio, reduce broadcast crosstalk, and minimize birdies.
  2. Adjust the spectrum/waterfall automatic level tracking mode, improve the signal contrast when dealing with strong signal, easier to distinguish between signal and noise.
  3. Add audio spectrum/oscilloscope switch, turn off the spectrum/waterfall diagram can be exclusive display.
  4. Fix a bug where MFK tags could not be saved.
  5. Optimize the NR algorithm.
  6. Adjust the following CI-V data format：
    S-Meter:
    0000=S0,0120=S9,0242=S9+60dB
    SWR-Meter:
    0000=1.0,0048=1.5,0080=2.0,0120=3.0
    Volt-Meter:
    0000=0V,0075=5V,0241=16V
  7. Adjusted the operation logic of the WLAN settings interface
    Key description:
    F1(CONFIG):Edit the selected SSID in the left list (the selected SSID will be displayed in the Config SSID text box)
    F2(CONNECT/DISCONNECT): Connect/disconnect the selected SSID in the left list
    F3(WIFI SWITCH):Turn on/off WIFI power
    F4(TOGGLE/KEYBOARD):TOGGLE is displayed when the right button switch is selected. Press it to change the state of the button switch (on or off).
    Press while the text box is selected to turn on/off the virtual keyboard
    F5(EXIT):Exit
    ###knob description:
    MFK knob: Adjust the selected item in the left list
    VFO knob: Adjust the widgets selected on the right
    ###Other description:
    The virtual keyboard automatically selects the initial state according to different text boxes for quick input
    Numbers and decimal points can be input quickly through the handle
  8. Adjust the operation logic of BLUETOOTH setting interface
    ###Key description:
    F1(SCAN):Start scanning
    F2(CONNECT/DISCONNECT):Connect/disconnect the Bluetooth device selected on the left
    F3(ON/OFF): Turn on/off Bluetooth power
    F4: No function
    F5(EXIT):Exit
    ###knob description:
    MFK knob:Adjust the selected item in the left list

Download: Xiegu X6100 firmware v1.1.8

Shout out to Andeas M0FXB for the heads up about this. He’s done a great video overview here:

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Latest Xiegu X6100 firmware update enables wfview

Xiegu has released firmware version 1.1.7 for the Xiegu X6100 radio. This update introduces several new features and improvements.

The biggest new addition is support for the wfview remote control software, which allows you to control and monitor the X6100 from a computer or mobile device over WiFi or Ethernet. You can view the radio’s spectrum display on a larger screen and control functions from a keyboard or numeric keypad. Wfview works on Linux, Mac, and Windows computers.

This update also improves the battery management system. It now uses the built-in fuel gauge to measure battery capacity rather than just voltage. The release notes provide instructions for recalibrating the fuel gauge after updating through 4 full charge/discharge cycles. It also changes the charging indicator lights and how low battery is detected.

Some other notes mention that the best performance is achieved when connected to your network via an external USB Ethernet dongle, instead of the internal wifi. This makes for a much more reliable connection. As always, be sure to read the full update logs for any other details or precautions regarding the new firmware.

If you have an X6100, now would be a good time to update to the latest firmware version 1.1.7 to gain wfview support and improved battery monitoring. Just be aware it may take a few charge cycles for the fuel gauge to calibrate accurately after installing the update.

Xiegu X6100 firmware files.