AL Priority Firmware Update History (Running History)

[BestRadarDetectors]

Please note as of 12/10 there is a new firmware update with several improvements.

07/01/13 - New ALP's shipped with Firmware Version 4.1.3
09/30/13 - New Release to version 4.2.2 (Details Below)
12/06/13 - New Release to version 4.3.1 (Details Below)
01/28/14 - New Release to version 4.3.3 (Details Below)
01/29/14 - New Release to version 4.3.4 (Details Below)
04/08/14 - New Release to version 4.3.5 (Details Below)
06/05/14 - New Release to version 4.3.6 (Details Below)
08/15/14 - New Release to version 4.3.9 (Details Below)
09/15/14 - New Release to version 4.4.1 (Details Below)
10/21/14 - New Release to version 4.4.2 (Details Below)
12/10/14 - New Release to version 4.5.1 (Details Below)
12/22/14 - New Release to version 4.5.2 & New Control Set Release 3.5 (Details Below)
03/20/15 - New Release to version 4.5.4 (Details Below)
04/24/15 - New Release to version 5.1.1 (Details Below)
05/06/15 - New Release to version 5.1.2 (Details Below)
07/16/15 - New Release to version 5.1.3 (Details Below)
10/08/15 - New Release to version 5.1.4 (Details Below)
12/14/15 - New Release to version 5.2.1 (Details Below)
03/12/16 - New Release to version 5.2.2 (details Below)
03/23/16 - New Release to version 5.2.3 (details Below)
06/21/16 - New Release to version 5.2.5 (details Below)
08/02/16 - New Release to version 5.2.6 (details Below)
11/08/16 - New Release to version 5.2.7 (details Below)
03/31/17 - New Release to version 5.3.1 (details Below)
04/12/17 - New Release to version 5.3.2 (details Below)

Details of the 4.2.2 update: (09/30/13)

- General Laser gun filters improved
- Vitronic Poliscan Speed - improved detection, reduced falsing
- Unicam Camea – improved detection, reduced falsing
- Kustom Prolaser2 – improved blocking
- LTI Truspeed – improved blocking, reduced falsing
- LaserAtlanta SpeedLaser – improved blocking
- DragonEye Laser Ally – added support
- Leivtec XV2 – added support
- Mute/Relay wire – improved reaction of Mute signal to alerts
- USB Read/Write operations – optimized, increased speed, solved freeze/crash bugs

Release 4.3.1/4.5 (December 7,2013)

1. Ultralyte 100 improved blocking, reduced falsing.
2. Improved Self-test mechanism.
3. Region specific performance adjusted. New default values for Australian and African units.
4. USB Theft & Privacy key locks improved, key files named after SN of ALP unit.
5. Added support for Radar detector antennas, type 975/STiR.
6. Added Radar Recorder mode, type STiR only.
7. Added BlueTooth support, connection to ALPConnect app. PDC, Laser, Radar (with frequency) alerts. Compatible ALPConnect app is version 1.0.2 uploaded to iTunes in December 2013. Expected availability in iTunes: December 10th 2013.
8. Improved Dark mode.
9. Erase All Memory – Self-destruct option added.
10. Added Car stereo Mute on Radar Alerts“ option.

Release 4.3.3/4.6 (January 28,2014)

1. Full support for STiR M-edition antennas.
2. Added double-click to Control Set keyboard. Some other minor keyboard issues resolved.
3. Added Radar City Modes. CityYellow and CityRed, fully user configurable City filters. Added alerts for filtered signals.
4. Fog lights now tri-state, ON-STROBE-OFF (works only on AL sensors with fog light option).
5. Added Dim mode to Dark mode, now a tri-state, OFF-DIMMED-DARK.
6. Added K Band segmentation. K1, K2,…K6 from 23950 MHz to 24250 MHz (only STiR antenna at the moment).
7. Privacy KeyLock Mode modified to remember activation state after power off. Laser hit will deactivate it.
8. Improved signaling of Front/Rear Laser hit, front laser going behind will be properly shown.
9. Added AutoMute for Radar alerts only.
10. Added support for various ALPConnect features.

Details of the 4.3.4 update: (01/29/14)

1. Fixed wireless BT AutoMute-radar bug which was found in rev. 4.3.3/4.6

Details of the 4.3.5 update (4/8/14)

1. Fixed Error2 bug on start-up, other stability fixes.
2. Added support for DragonEye LIDAR (Patent pending technology!), other DALA LIDAR routines improved.
3. Poliscan False Rejection user selectable option added. IMPORTANT: Feature does NOT work with ALG9 sensors.
4. Skip first warm-up option added.
5. Start Ka alerts at Full strength option added.
6. Demo mode feature is added, service code 1-2-3.
7. GPS speed feature added. Compatible GPS receiver and ALP R/G Plugin required.

Details of the 4.3.6 update (6/5/14)

1. DragonEye DALA Laser gun support extended.
2. Leivtec XV3 support added.
3. Stalker XLR Anti-Jammer support added.
4. Various LIDARs code improved.
5. Support for new ALPConnect version 1.4
6. USB functioning further improved.

Details of the 4.3.9 update (8/15/14)

1. Traffistar S350 Laser scanner support added.
2. Various LIDARs code improved.
3. Some error signalization bugs fixed.
4. Updating process improved for Control Set.
5. USB functioning further improved.

Details of the 4.4.1 update (9/15/14)

1. Status LED can now be a permanent light as well as blinking (flashing).
2. Improved self-test routine.
3. Improved and expanded various LIDAR routines.
4. Various bug-fixes.


Details of the 4.4.2 update (10/21/14)

1. Improved Error signalization.
2. Improved and expanded various LIDAR routines.
3. New Blue Menu added

What is the Blue Menu?

After you have firmware extended your system to the latest firmware some options can be changed manually over a basic Control Se inside the Blue Menu.

Press MENU and hold as long as LED light turns from Yellow to Blue and you can manually change these blue-menu options:

1. PDC/DLI/LID option setup
Pres MENU/Next once (1) when in a blue menu, then press Enter (LED will turn white when you enter submenu)
Press MENU/Next once, twice, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine or ten times depending on your preference (choose below) then press Enter to activate.
1 – for Parking detection only
2 – for PDC&DLI detection only
3 – for 3 seconds LID defense
4 – for 4 seconds LID defense
5, 6, 7, 8,
9 – for 9 seconds LID defense
10 – for time unlimited LID defense

2. PDC disable
Pres MENU/Next twice (2) when in a blue menu, then press Enter to enable/disable parking detection (PDC)

3. PRO MODE
Press MENU/Next 3 times when in a blue menu, then press Enter to enable/disable PRO MODE
In Pro Mode LED is blinking during LID alert only when being targeted.

4. SKIP WARM-UP
Pres MENU/Next 4 times when in a blue menu, then press Enter to enable/disable Skip first warm up

Details of the 4.5.1 update (12/10/14)

1. Initial Release to support ALPConnect Android app.
2. Various optimizations and bug-fixes.

10.12.2014. Control Set Firmware update 3.4

1. Bug fixes - increased reliability.

Details of the 4.5.2 update (12/22/14)

22.12.2014. AL Priority - Control Box Firmware update ver. 4.5.2/5.3

1. Initial Release that supports voice alerts over the newly released ALPriority Hifi Control Set module.
2. ALP now supports Control Sets and HiFi Control Sets that have LED Brightness control in Dimmed mode. Please update your Control Set/HiFi Control Set to the latest version for this feature.
3. Various bug-fixes and stability improvements.

Details of the 3.5 Control Set update (12/22/14)

New update released for standard control set: Control Set Firmware updated to 3.5 (Required 4.5.2 CPU Firmware)

Brightness of the LED in Dimmed mode is now user adjustable in 10 levels.
See new settings for the LED in the Setup Tool Application on the ALP Update Site: http://www.alpriorityupdate.com/Setup

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Please Note: The Control Set LED is adjustable for ALL users but the External LED's are only adjustable for users with V2.0 CPU's which we switched over to sometime in early October.

Details of the 4.5.4 update: (03/20/15)
1. Various bug-fixes and stability improvements (Regions, USB, Power usage, etc.)
2. New gun support added for new international threats

Details of the 5.1.1 update: (04/24/15

Control Box Firmware update

Release 5.1.1/6.1

1. Various bug fixes and stability improvements (PDC, Counters, HiFi support, GPS, Demo mode etc.).
2. Self-test routine improved.
3. Laser support improved - Important update for users in USA and Hungary!
4. Initial Release to Support the Valentine 1 radar detector connection over the newly released RG Plugin 2. When connected the V1 alerts will be announced over the ALP system and the V1 can be setup over the alpupdate website. This option is ONLY available with the NEW RG Plugin 2!
5. New selectable option is available: After LID timeout. Select between two options. If DLI & Warm-up is selected, the ALP will switch to detect only mode after the LID timer (3-9 seconds) times-out during a Laser alert. It will remain in detect only mode as long as you are being actively targeted, and then it will go into a warm-up. If Warm-up is selected, the system will go into a 60 seconds of warm-up mode before it reactivates detection and/or defense again.
6. New selectable option is available: Menu button short press function. Short press of the Menu button can now have several functions: Fog lights, None and Force parking only. Use Fog lights (default) to turn the Fog lights on/off on the ALP sensor version with Fog lights; use None for the short press to have no action; use Force parking only to change between your active Setup and Forced PDC only mode.
7. New selectable option is available: Lock Volume of Laser alerts. Volume of Laser alerts can now be set to predefined level independently of the Master Volume level. If locked, changing the Master Volume (purple menu) will not change the Laser volume as it will remain locked to it's predefined value.
8. New selectable option is available: Lock Volume of Radar alerts. Volume of Radar alerts can now be set to predefined level independently of the Master Volume level. If locked, changing the Master Volume (purple menu) will not change the Radar volume as it will remain locked to it's predefined value.
9. New selectable option is available: Bellow selected LID Speed Limit for users with the GPS receiver installed. This option alows to select which mode will the system be in when car is driving bellow the speed defined as a speed for activating laser defense. When driving bellow selected LID speed limit it can be set to remain in PDC only OR in DLI (Detecting laser) mode.
10. New Service code is available 4-5-6: Erase the HiFi Voicepack. It can be activated manually: Enter Service code Menu (Yellow 7). LED will turn white. Press Next 4 times then Enter. Press Next 5 times then Enter. Press Next 6 times then Enter. System will erase the HiFi Control Set’s Voicepack memory & the HiFi Control Set will revert to tones only.

Details of the 5.1.2 update: (05/06/15)

Control Box Firmware update: Release 5.1.2/6.2

1. Important laser performance improvement! Update highly recommended.
2. Various bug-fixes and stability improvements (Voice, GPS, etc.).
3. Enhanced Pro Mode - LED's will now react to signal strength even during Voice announcements.
4. New Service code (Yellow-7) is available: 321(service code - white menu) will initiate a special mode called “Zero to Sixty”. This mode will temporary turn your ALP system into a performance meter (like a VBOX) able to measure your vehicles acceleration time from 0 mph to 60 mph. Mode only works if GPS Antenna is connected and if HiFi Control Set is used.

Details of the 5.1.3 update: (07/16/15)

Control Box Firmware update: Release 5.1.3/6.3

1. Various bug-fixes and stability improvements (Self-test,Voice, Regions, Radars, GPS etc.).
2. Laser interference performance improved for several guns.
3. New Service code Sixty to Zero is available (Yellow 7: 3-2-1). This will temporarily turn your ALP system into a performance meter able to measure your vehicles Braking time from 60 mph to 0 mph. This mode only works if a GPS Antenna is connected and if a HiFi Control Set is used.
4. New Service code Quarter-Mile is available (Yellow-7: 3-2-3). This will temporarily turn your ALP system into a performance meter able to measure your vehicles time to cross a distance of a ¼ mile from a full stop. Time in seconds and exit speed in mph is given as a result. This mode only works if a GPS Antenna is connected and if a HiFi Control Set is used.
5. Initial Release to Support “Over the Air” OTA wireless firmware updates of the ALP system over the ALPConnect® smartphone app. The latest ALP BT Module is required! The 5.1.3 firmware update needs to be applied via USB flash drive and only then will future updates be possible on the OTA feature of the ALPConnect!
6. Support for German and Hungarian Voicepacks for the ALP HiFi Control Set (must download voicepack separately!).
7. New selectable option: GPS signal lost - voice warning. It can be set to announce loss of GPS lock: every time, during longer absence of signal, or only the first time it happens.
8. New feature, Get Serial Number of your ALP Control Box to a USB. Insert a USB flash drive containing an empty "getsn.alp" file on it and the ALP will write an "sn.alp" file containing the serial number onto the USB drive.

Control Set firmware update 3.6
1. Volume of radar alerts during AutoMute muting is louder

ALPConnect - Android Ver 1.4A
1. Minor bug fixes.
2. ALP GPS Antenna can be used as a Speedometer.
3. Supports OTA Firmware updates.

Details of the 5.1.4 update: (10/08/15)

Control Box Firmware update: Release 5.1.4/6.4

1. Various bug-fixes and stability improvements (USB, GPS etc.).
2. Algorithm tuned for better support of some LIDARs.
3. New Option in yellow menu is available (Yellow-9) “Performance Tests”. This Option will open a sub-menu for all performance tests available in the ALP. Option is available only if GPS Antenna is connected and if HiFi Control Set is used.
4. New Performance Test has been added “Lap Time” (Yellow-9). This will temporary turn your ALP system into a GPS Lap Time stopwatch and measure your vehicles time over a full lap. Time in minutes and seconds is given as a result. Mode only works if GPS Antenna is connected and if HiFi Control Set is used.
5. Improved filtering against foreign LCC equipped cars (Volvo, Infinity, VW, Honda, Mazda,…). LCC cars especially behind you will no longer start a false alert
6. Option Manual Sensors Check (Yellow-6) will perform memorize sensors similarly like the Restore Defaults option but without the defaulting your settings.

Control Box firmware update (14.12.2015)
Release 5.2.1/6.5

1. Advanced LCC filtering: enabling ALP installation into cars equipped with LCC systems (Laser Cruise control/Laser brake assistants/LaserAntiCrash) such as: Volvo, Mazda, Infinity and others. It will be necessary to properly select your type of vehicle on the configuration web site to enable additional filtering in the ALP unit.
2. Configuration Profiles! Double-click the Menu button to change between stored A, B or C Profiles. The selected Profile will be announced by voice over the HiFi Control set. This feature is only available on systems with voice output. Modify each Profile to your preference on the alpupdate.com website.
3. Instead of the old SETUP.alp file format the ALPriority now uses the CONFIG.alp and STATS.alp files. The alpupdate.com website will create a CONFIG.alp file to transport your configuration to the ALP. When saving statistics from your ALP to a USB flash drive your ALP will create a STATS.alp file and a CONFIG.alp file. When sending your Statistics for support questions, send in your STATS.alp file only.
4. Laser support improved
5. Added support for the Radenso HD+ radar antenna
6. Various bug-fixes and stability improvements (Radar antennas, etc.).

Control Box firmware update (12.03.2016)
Release 5.2.2/6.6

1. Added detection of new camera system – ARH Traffic-Spot.
2. Additional LIDAR support improved
3. Added support for the latest ALPConnect app. Profile button has been added to the app.
4. Various bug-fixes and stability improvements (Radar antenna, Self-test, Bluetooth, PDC etc.).

Control Box firmware update (23.03.2016)
Release 5.2.3/6.7

1. Bug-Fixes (Laser, PDC)
2. LIDAR support improved

Control Box Firmware update Report (21.06.2016)
Release 5.2.5/6.8

1. Added support for Net-Radar detector.
2. Added support for ALP Radar/GPS Plugin 3.
3. Added support for the latest Android ALPConnect app.
4. A new self-test function added, checking if the system is properly configured.
5. Support improved for several LIDARs.
6. Bug-fixes (Laser, Radar, PDC, etc.)

Control Box Firmware update Report (02.08.2016)
Control Box firmware 5.2.6/6.9

1. Support improved for several LIDARs.
2. Added support for the latest ALP Connect app. (Online Configuration Now Available on Android, Apple release by the end of the Month)
3. Bug fixes (radars, profiles, statistics).
4. Radar performance improved.

Control Box Firmware update Report (11.08.2016)
Control Box firmware 5.2.7./7.1

1. Various bug-fixes and stability improvements.
2. Support improved for several LIDARs.
3. Added support for the latest ALPConnect app.
4. Added Statistics print out over the ALPConnect app.

Control Box Firmware update Report (03/31/2017)
Control Box firmware 5.3.1./7.2

ALPConnect for Android Version 7.1A
1. Added support for simultaneous detection of multiple Radars*
2. Added support for radar direction differentiation*
3. Visual redesign includes new icons and graphics
4. Automatic firmware update option added to settings
5. Sound improvements and other bug fixes.
* new radar detector features require the use of advanced radar antenna/s such as Net‐Radar or V1

Control Box firmware update Release 5.3.1/7.2
1. Radar protocol revised, now includes simultaneous detection of multiple Radars and radar direction (front, rear, side)*
* new radar detector features require the use of advanced radar antenna/s such as Net‐Radar or V1
2. GPS signal lost message can now also be set to NEVER.
3. Several LIDARs support improved.
4. Statistics extended with last state messages such as: last laser alert, last radar alert, last warning etc.
5. Bug fixes.

Voicepack update Gen. 9
Added voice support for new radar options (general)

HiFi control set update 5.5
Added support for new radar features.

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Control Box firmware update 5.3.2/7.3 (12.04.2017)

1. Fixed STiR radar antenna alerting issue from 5.3.1 firmware update
2. Green mode in PDC only profile and green mode in warm-up mode are now enabled when using Privacy USB-keylock. The insertion of a USB drive containing a privacy key would switch from green parking mode to defense active blue mode before this change.

AL Priority - Voicepack & HiFi Control Set firmware update

Gen 10./5.5.

New english voicepack: "CRC cheksum failed" notice changed to "Configuration out of date. Restoring defaults"

ALPConnect - Android

7.1A rev.2

Radar performance bug fixes.

[hitechrr]

I see from my setup file that I was hit 3 times by the vitronic poliscan on the south bound side of I95 in Maryland. I also got hit on the north bound I95 in Virginia by the Kustom ProLaser & Prolite after he hit me with KA. My bel magnum saved me. Can't wait to do the Radar mod to the AL. I would recommend the AL Priority to Every one.

[BestRadarDetectors]

I see from my setup file that I was hit 3 times by the vitronic poliscan on the south bound side of I95 in Maryland. I also got hit on the north bound I95 in Virginia by the Kustom ProLaser & Prolite after he hit me with KA. My bel magnum saved me. Can't wait to do the Radar mod to the AL. I would recommend the AL Priority to Every one.

It will only keep getting better with steady improvements. Radar Module is almost ready to be released.

[winterbrew]

Looks like an update for the control set is out ;

http://www.alpupdate.com/firmware



Control Set update

Please download here to update your Control Set.

Control Set update is required for AL Priority systems equipped with basic Control Set (no voice output) running firmware version 4.2.3 or later.

NOTE: This file must be named UCSET.bin for ALP system to recognize it.

[BestRadarDetectors]

Looks like an update for the control set is out ;

http://www.alpupdate.com/firmware

There are 2 updates for the next update and it will be done in two stages.

Stage 1 - Your Control Modules Needs Updating
Stage 2 will follow shortly after with the CPU firmware update.

To get your unit ready for the next firmware update you first need to update the Control Module (UCSET.bin) - For this update to take place the unit needs to be turned off and while powered off you need to insert the USB memory card. Once powered on this update will install. The Control Module update is not serial number specific.

[RigToFly01]

What does the update do to the control module?

[winterbrew]

Thanks Tom - I don't think the referenced 4.2.3 is active yet, as the text hasn't been updated.

I re-downloaded the firmware file again, and it has the same file hash as 4.2.2 that I previouly downloaded. Do we have to wait to upgrade to 4.2.3 first, before applying the control set update ?

[BestRadarDetectors]

Thanks Tom - I don't think the referenced 4.2.3 is active yet, as the text hasn't been updated.

I re-downloaded the firmware file again, and it has the same file hash as 4.2.2 that I previouly downloaded. Do we have to wait to upgrade to 4.2.3 first, before applying the control set update ?


What does the update do to the control module?

The next firmware update will require updated sounds for the control module (Especially Radar Alerts) so you need to update the controller prior to the next firmware update or many sounds would be missing from the Control Module. There is no need to update the Controller firmware until they release the next firmware update.

The process is slightly different then firmware updates in that the control module update is not tied to your serial number like the actual firmware updates. The unit also needs to be off prior to inserting the USB memory card. Normal Firmware updates will automatically install if inserted when the unit is powered on.

[BestRadarDetectors]

New Firmware will be available tomorrow. Please also remember to update BOTH the Control Module Firmware as well as the current CPU firmware. You will need to update both for the new firmware to operate properly.

[RigToFly01]

How do I know if the update to the handset took place?

Sorry. I meant the Control Module.

I downloaded it today and put it on the key. Plugged the key in while the ALP was powered down. Powered it on and it seemed like a normal power up sequence. Does it gave a color or a beep is my question.

[BestRadarDetectors]

How do I know if the update to the handset took place?

Not sure what you mean your handset? AL Priority updates are received through the ALP Update website: http://www.alpriorityupdate.com/

[BestRadarDetectors]

New Firmware will be available tomorrow. Please also remember to update BOTH the Control Module Firmware as well as the current CPU firmware. You will need to update both for the new firmware to operate properly.

As promised the new Firmware has been loaded on the AL Priority Update site. Description and notes will be updated tomorrow but if you download a new file it will be the new firmware:

Verified by my statistics file:

Serial number XXXXXXX
Firmware version 4.3.1

[RigToFly01]

Firmware version 4.3.1
Region North America
Power Cycles 62
Control Set FW version 2.7
Control Set HW version 1

2.7 is current for the Control Set?

[BestRadarDetectors]

Firmware version 4.3.1
Region North America
Power Cycles 62
Control Set FW version 2.7
Control Set HW version 1

2.7 is current for the Control Set?

Yes, You have the latest of both and you are good to go.

[RigToFly01]

Release 4.3.1/4.5 (December 7,2013)

1. Ultralyte 100 improved blocking, reduced falsing.
2. Improved Self-test mechanism.
3. Region specific performance adjusted. New default values for Australian and African units.
4. USB Theft & Privacy key locks improved, key files named after SN of ALP unit.
5. Added support for Radar detector antennas, type 975/STiR.
6. Added Radar Recorder mode, type STiR only.
7. Added BlueTooth support, connection to ALPConnect app. PDC, Laser, Radar (with frequency) alerts. Compatible ALPConnect app is version 1.0.2 uploaded to iTunes in December 2013. Expected availability in iTunes: December 10th 2013.
8. Improved Dark mode.
9. Erase All Memory – Self-destruct option added.
10. Added „Car stereo Mute on Radar Alerts“ option.

[L&R]

6.Added Radar Recorder mode, type STiR only.

Wow you can record radar frequencies threads and send it to AntiLaser to add in;
Or something else;

[BestRadarDetectors]

6.Added Radar Recorder mode, type STiR only.

Wow you can record radar frequencies threads and send it to AntiLaser to add in;
Or something else;

Recording mode is for logging received alerts on the connected STiR antenna. It will keep a history of all your radar encounters. Its not a recording option for sending info over to AL, Its really for your own use.

Advanced Self erase function activated by holding the menu button for 15 seconds + additional 3x presses on Menu button. Erases all FW memory except the basic PDC Firmware. After Erase unit does ONLY PDC until the Firmware is updated via USB stick with Firmware update file.

[RigToFly01]

It was asked somewhere else as well. What was improved in Dark mode? I have not noticed anything on boot up.

[BestRadarDetectors]

It was asked somewhere else as well. What was improved in Dark mode? I have not noticed anything on boot up.

This question was not asked here or it would have already been answered. In the regions we discuss on this board there is no big change. The only thing anyone here would notice in our common regions is the amount of blinks after setting changes and alerts. In other regions when in dark mode the volume is automatically increased to a higher level then default. (Not effected in our regions)

[RigToFly01]

When I said somewhere else I meant another forum. You know the agro forum. =)

[GeekSpeak411]

cool, installed, updated, ready to test!

[dinkydi]

How do I know if the update to the handset took place?

Sorry. I meant the Control Module.

I downloaded it today and put it on the key. Plugged the key in while the ALP was powered down. Powered it on and it seemed like a normal power up sequence. Does it gave a color or a beep is my question.

yep same here just silence when u switch on, as though nothing is happenig, kinda got me worried, not even alight flash





yep that kinda threw me, there's no id flashing lights or any thing, once u switch on , just gives the impression nothing has happe

[BestRadarDetectors]

At any point if you are concerned an update did not take just pull a statistics report and it will show you the firmware of the CPU and Control Module.

[Mirage]

In case you forgot how to do it: http://radarandlaserforum.com/showthread.php/3010-AL-Priority-What-Have-I-Been-Hit-By

[Holla]

You know what would be cool, maybe an update could make it happen---But instead of having to push all those buttons in sequence to get to say a stat report and whatever else the ALP can do is have a page in the ALP connect app that all you do select "STATS" and its displayed, Im not all sure what the ALP can do but it would be nice to not have to go through 20 pushes of buttons to bring up certain menu items lol....

[BestRadarDetectors]

You know what would be cool, maybe an update could make it happen---But instead of having to push all those buttons in sequence to get to say a stat report and whatever else the ALP can do is have a page in the ALP connect app that all you do select "STATS" and its displayed, Im not all sure what the ALP can do but it would be nice to not have to go through 20 pushes of buttons to bring up certain menu items lol....

Next Release of ALP Connect on Tuesday will have a "Save to USB" button. One click on that button and it writes the file to USB for you.

706

[Holla]

Next Release of ALP Connect on Tuesday will have a "Save to USB" button. One click on that button and it writes the file to USB for you.

706

Well I be damnnn lol! Sweet

[RigToFly01]

That really is great.

[dinkydi]

that i really like super job :cool-new:

[shanetrainST]

What is covered in the system info, will it allow changes to be made? or do I have to wait till release

[BestRadarDetectors]

What is covered in the system info, will it allow changes to be made? or do I have to wait till release

System info will display your serial number, firmware details, etc. No changes are made through this option.

[dinkydi]

Yes, You have the latest of both and you are good to go.

just done a check all good

[Mirage]

What is covered in the system info, will it allow changes to be made? or do I have to wait till release

Basic stuff. Firmware version, Serial Number, etc...

[BestRadarDetectors]

New firmware was submitted and should appear on the ALP Update site shortly. This update will include a new firmware update, new setup options if using radar integration and a new ALP Connect app. Summary of the changes are as follows:

Here is a breakdown on the newest update. Posted in this thread because many are ALP Connect improvements:

1. STiR M-edition antenna support added. Now can be fully configured on alpupdate web. Multaradar CD detection has a separate distinct alert & sound.
2. Control Set keyboard gained another function, a button double-click. Also Control Set keyboard button long press did not work at moments, issue resolved.
3. Added City Mode filtering of Radar alerts. Two modes, CityYellow indicated by yellow beep and CityRed indicated by red beep. Modes affect Radar K and X band alerts only. Fully user configurable via online alpupdate setup page. Change City Mode on your ALP by a double-click of a Control Set’s Power button. If using ALPConnect - view alerts for filtered radar signals on flashing City/Highway icon.
4. Fog lights ON/OFF now a tri state button ON/STROBE/OFF, indicated by Constant/Flashing/No green light. Will work only with AL sensors with built in fog feature.
5. Added Dim mode option. Yellow Menu 3 now is a multi-choice 1-OFF, 2-DIMMED, 3-DARK. Dimmed mode is similar to Dark mode but after 10 seconds does not turn off LED blinking completely but just reduces LED intensity (external LED is still turned OFF completely).
6. Added K Band segmentation. K1 (23950-24000), K2 (24000-24050), K3 (24050-24100), K4 (24100-24150), K5 (24150-24200), K6 (24200-24250) MHz and a K Wide (23950-24250) MHz choice. Configurable over alpupdate web page. Use segmentation to remove alerts from Vehicle collision radars (usually >24200 MHz) and from nearby radar-detectors (usually <24100 MHz).
7. Privacy KeyLock mode changed. EEPROM has been designated to store KeyLock activation. Now the activation via Key press has to be done only once and will be remembered after power off. The activation will be cleared when hit by a Laser (a Laser alert).
8. Improved signaling of Front/Rear Laser hit, front laser hit going to behind will be properly shown as front arrows are replaced with rear arrows once laser has switched.
9. Added AutoMute for Radar alerts only. If enabled initial Radar alerts start at set volume for 6 seconds and then automatically lower to discrete volume level for the remainder of the alert. When alert finishes next alert is again announced at full set volume.
10. Added support for various ALPConnect features. Writte to USB, System information, Reset to defaults,…

[dinkydi]

wow just had a kwik peep mind boggles at the speed of these up dates :D

[beingaware]

New firmware was submitted and should appear on the ALP Update site shortly. This update will include a new firmware update, new setup options if using radar integration and a new ALP Connect app. Summary of the changes are as follows:

Here is a breakdown on the newest update. Posted in this thread because many are ALP Connect improvements:

1. STiR M-edition antenna support added. Now can be fully configured on alpupdate web. Multaradar CD detection has a separate distinct alert & sound.
2. Control Set keyboard gained another function, a button double-click. Also Control Set keyboard button long press did not work at moments, issue resolved.
3. Added City Mode filtering of Radar alerts. Two modes, CityYellow indicated by yellow beep and CityRed indicated by red beep. Modes affect Radar K and X band alerts only. Fully user configurable via online alpupdate setup page. Change City Mode on your ALP by a double-click of a Control Set’s Power button. If using ALPConnect - view alerts for filtered radar signals on flashing City/Highway icon.
4. Fog lights ON/OFF now a tri state button ON/STROBE/OFF, indicated by Constant/Flashing/No green light. Will work only with AL sensors with built in fog feature.
5. Added Dim mode option. Yellow Menu 3 now is a multi-choice 1-OFF, 2-DIMMED, 3-DARK. Dimmed mode is similar to Dark mode but after 10 seconds does not turn off LED blinking completely but just reduces LED intensity (external LED is still turned OFF completely).
6. Added K Band segmentation. K1 (23950-24000), K2 (24000-24050), K3 (24050-24100), K4 (24100-24150), K5 (24150-24200), K6 (24200-24250) MHz and a K Wide (23950-24250) MHz choice. Configurable over alpupdate web page. Use segmentation to remove alerts from Vehicle collision radars (usually >24200 MHz) and from nearby radar-detectors (usually <24100 MHz).
7. Privacy KeyLock mode changed. EEPROM has been designated to store KeyLock activation. Now the activation via Key press has to be done only once and will be remembered after power off. The activation will be cleared when hit by a Laser (a Laser alert).
8. Improved signaling of Front/Rear Laser hit, front laser hit going to behind will be properly shown as front arrows are replaced with rear arrows once laser has switched.
9. Added AutoMute for Radar alerts only. If enabled initial Radar alerts start at set volume for 6 seconds and then automatically lower to discrete volume level for the remainder of the alert. When alert finishes next alert is again announced at full set volume.
10. Added support for various ALPConnect features. Writte to USB, System information, Reset to defaults,…

Sweet, less falses on K band.
Turn off XBAND, Put it into city mode, kill over 24.200 and automute = quiet ride :).
Should finally beat the Redline for detection AND being less chatty...

That's something I can live with happily now :).
Did some tests with my redline...

Well I messed about with a few door openers.
.123, .138. .150 and .167

My Bushnell was a good test.
I know it centres at .130 but depending on what I aimed at, I got it all they way to .147 and down to .101...
Not 100% sure if I like the K band seg idea for anything under .180 so far....

[BestRadarDetectors]

Firmware Version 4.3.3 is now available on the AL Priority Update site.

[Holla]

IS the lag time still an issue (or ever was) between the Sti-R ant and the bluetooth module fixed? I was hearing issues of lag of when you get an alert and no audio/visual for asecond or so?

[BestRadarDetectors]

IS the lag time still an issue (or ever was) between the Sti-R ant and the bluetooth module fixed? I was hearing issues of lag of when you get an alert and no audio/visual for asecond or so?
I have not had any real issue like I think Beingaware had but I was also was running with RDR & TSR off and he had RDR on which automatically delays a response to filter out false alerts.

[dinkydi]

Only been hit with parked Leo running k , thought the warning distance was as good as just running the plus, first hit see how it goes low power slant k

[Mirage]

I've been running it side by side with my V1 and haven't noticed any delays.

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[winterbrew]

Looks like a bug fix is out over on alpupdate.com ;


29.1.2013. Control Box firmware update rev. 4.3.4/4.6 (29.01.2014) - Fixed wireless BT AutoMute-radar bug found in rev. 4.3.3/4.6.

[BestRadarDetectors]

Looks like a bug fix is out over on alpupdate.com ;

Yes, We noticed a small bug in testing last night and they put out a fix this morning. Bug only effected the auto mute feature in the ALP Connect app. If you are using the Control Module with the Radar Integration than all worked fine and you will not see any difference with the latest fix.

[dinkydi]

put the latest upgrade in still no auto mute

[winterbrew]

put the latest upgrade in still no auto mute

Dink - have you done a new setup.alp, and selected the option from the setup website ;


Radar Automute

Off Enable

Default is: Off

If ENABLE is selected, radar alert sound volume will be quieter after first 6 seconds of alert.

[dinkydi]

Not sure thx will look later, got interference visitors

[BestRadarDetectors]

Dink - have you done a new setup.alp, and selected the option from the setup website ;

Yes, With new firmware and new setup file you will be good to go. You can also play with the different city X & K settings.

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[dinkydi]

found it thx thats all good now, what,s the hiccup in the latest f/w,

[assailant]

the more i read about the ALP, the more impressed i become. You guys have come a long way with the ALP and you continue to improve your product, as someone else said 'you listen to the consumer'
stroke of genius to record encounters from users, no need to do individual testing for updates.

[hitechrr]

control FW shows 0.0. I have done the control update. Is this what it should show? I have the newest cpu firmware and that shows ok.

[BestRadarDetectors]

control FW shows 0.0. I have done the control update. Is this what it should show? I have the newest cpu firmware and that shows ok.

Unlike firmware that you can just insert the usb memory stick and it updates, For the control module you need to turn off the unit and power it back on using the power button before the control module will update.

[hitechrr]

Unlike firmware that you can just insert the usb memory stick and it updates, For the control module you need to turn off the unit and power it back on using the power button before the control module will update.

That is how I did it. I see a flash of a blue led for lest than a second and then the unit starts normal. every thing seems to work fine with the unit.

[Abarth695]

I also have 0.0 for control firmware and then get error 2 when i connect the B/Tooth unit???? However, it seems to work fine under the ALP App

[BestRadarDetectors]

I also have 0.0 for control firmware and then get error 2 when i connect the B/Tooth unit???? However, it seems to work fine under the ALP App

Error 2 is a sensor error. Have you run a "Reset Defaults" from the ALP Connect App after install? That will memorize all your sensors and their positions. When you restart you should no longer have an error. If you change your configuration or you have a sensor issue you will get another error alert that something changed with the sensors.

[hitechrr]

Just did a round trip from NY to SC. Everything worked fine and then I received the ERROR2 when I stopped for gas at the SC border. I checked the sensors to make sure they worked in park mode. Everything checked out. I didn't have any problem after that. It even warned me of the polscan on I95 after that. I think the car that went by on my left got caught.

[BestRadarDetectors]

Just did a round trip from NY to SC. Everything worked fine and then I received the ERROR2 when I stopped for gas at the SC border. I checked the sensors to make sure they worked in park mode. Everything checked out. I didn't have any problem after that. It even warned me of the polscan on I95 after that. I think the car that went by on my left got caught.

Check your wiring and make sure you have the shinkwrap on the din connectors to keep them weather proof. Also enable the parking sensors and walk around and verify that each sensor is working. If all are working you are good to go. Anytime a sensor looses connection you will get the error because it will sense a change in the positions of the connected heads.

[64pvolvo1800]

I'm hoping to finally install my ALP/STIR this weekend. (Jeez where has the time gone since Xmas).
Tom, is there an update I need yet?

[Mirage]

Download the latest to a USB stick and you should be good to go: http://www.alpriorityupdate.com/

If you haven't updated since Christmas you will also need the control module update. The site above will give you all the details.

[BestRadarDetectors]

Download the latest to a USB stick and you should be good to go: http://www.alpriorityupdate.com/

If you haven't updated since Christmas you will also need the control module update. The site above will give you all the details.

X2... What he said.

[dinkydi]

i also get error 2, but only if i'm close to the garage door, out in the open every thing is fine

[BestRadarDetectors]

i also get error 2, but only if i'm close to the garage door, out in the open every thing is fine

Yes, If parking sensors are blocked at startup it can also throw a sensor error.

[shanetrainST]

Hey Tom, Sorry to be a pain. But the new firmware & ALPconnect should be any day now?

[BestRadarDetectors]

Hey Tom, Sorry to be a pain. But the new firmware & ALPconnect should be any day now?

If all stays on schedule without any issues should be around 10 days.

[kcsr]

I'm a bit confused on the firmware versions.

On the alpriorityupdate.com site, it lists the latest fw as: Control Box firmware update rev. 4.3.4/4.6 (29.01.2014)
On the alpriority.com site, the news section says the latest fw is ver. 1.1.5

Are both of these versions for the Control Box?
Which should I use, and do I need to contact alpriority.com support for it, or should I download everything from alpriorityupdate.com?

Thanks.

[dinkydi]

you mean this http://www.alpriority.com/news/ would think so, but brd will lets us know, about the fw #'s

[kcsr]

Yes, this News item specifically ...

http://www.alpriority.com/new-firmware-update-released-ver-1-1-5/

[Mirage]

The ALPupdate site must have made a mistake. The latest will be 4.3.5 / 4.7 which will be released tomorrow.

Sent from Miragetools.net

[shanetrainST]

With new firmware, will we need to update ALPconnect at the same time? Or only fw changes have been made.

[Mirage]

With new firmware, will we need to update ALPconnect at the same time? Or only fw changes have been made.

Only firmware and control box settings. The control box update is only sounds.

[RedRocket]

Yes, this News item specifically ...

http://www.alpriority.com/new-firmware-update-released-ver-1-1-5/
This is an "add-on Feature" if you plan/want to use/purchase a separate GPS receiver functionality to the "Priority" that it presently does not have.

p.s. - Do not buy just any GPS receiver...I would wait for AL to find one that will be compatible to use w/ the system...this is a separate issue from the "Defense" f/w to come soon for the Dragon Lidars...

[L&R]

The firmware update is international or only for usa BRD?
What guns update?

[BestRadarDetectors]

The firmware update is international or only for usa BRD?
What guns update?


Its a Global Update but some features are specific to the USA, Canada & Australian territory. There are several improvements with the 4/8 update but I was asked to not put out a report on the improvements until 4/8, Its only tomorrow. :)

[BestRadarDetectors]

This is an "add-on Feature" if you plan/want to use/purchase a separate GPS receiver functionality to the "Priority" that it presently does not have.

p.s. - Do not buy just any GPS receiver...I would wait for AL to find one that will be compatible to use w/ the system...this is a separate issue from the "Defense" f/w to come soon for the Dragon Lidars...

We will put the GPS antenna's up for sale in a few days. The GPS Antenna is only an add on to those that already have the RG Module. There is a specific GPS antenna used and we will be selling them at only $39.95.

[BestRadarDetectors]

New update is available. We will be posting the notes soon and will update the first post with all the changes shortly. New update is 4.3.5/4.7 released 04-08-2014

[kimberdan]

Sorry if i sound ignorant, To do the update do i just replace the 1 file on my usb? or should i replace all 3?


New update is available. We will be posting the notes soon and will update the first post with all the changes shortly. New update is 4.3.5/4.7 released 04-08-2014

[wolfpacal]

Sorry if i sound ignorant, To do the update do i just replace the 1 file on my usb? or should i replace all 3?

I asked the same thing, Mirage said to replace all three. I just did the updates for both vehicles, worked like a charm! Tom, is Canada going to get it's own region file, or are we just going to stay part of the USA?

[Mirage]

I asked the same thing, Mirage said to replace all three. I just did the updates for both vehicles, worked like a charm! Tom, is Canada going to get it's own region file, or are we just going to stay part of the USA?

Canada is America Jr. You want to stay here because of ULID.

[BestRadarDetectors]

I asked the same thing, Mirage said to replace all three. I just did the updates for both vehicles, worked like a charm! Tom, is Canada going to get it's own region file, or are we just going to stay part of the USA?

Canada & USA use the same region


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[wolfpacal]

Canada is America Jr. You want to stay here because of ULID.

I wish it was the same country!

[kimberdan]

Oh my god this system is so easy to use....Up date done first try... I just love everything about this system.

[wolfpacal]

Oh my god this system is so easy to use....Up date done first try... I just love everything about this system.

X2

[EightyFiveHundred]

Wow...that was EASY! My update took no time at all!!!

[BestRadarDetectors]

Wow...that was EASY! My update took no time at all!!!

:thumb: Its only a little confusing the first time you do it. After the first time its a piece of cake.

[flyingunder]

:thumb: Its only a little confusing the first time you do it. After the first time its a piece of cake.

Unless you're forgetful like me! But mine is done too - with some helpful reminders from Mirage!

[Nanook]

Where might we read up on the items of this upgrade..more specifically 2,3,4,5,6,7 ?

[Mirage]

Where might we read up on the items of this upgrade..more specifically 2,3,4,5,6,7 ?

What you see in the news on the alprorityupdate site is what you get. Much of this information is proprietary.

[dinkydi]

just got this email from alp
Latest firmware updates

AL Priority - Control Set Firmware update Report
Release 3.1; 10.04.2014

AL Priority - Control Box Firmware update Report
Release 4.3.5/4.7; 08.04.2014
is this what we all ready have or is it a later fw for control unit etc

[BestRadarDetectors]

just got this email from alp
Latest firmware updates

AL Priority - Control Set Firmware update Report
Release 3.1; 10.04.2014

AL Priority - Control Box Firmware update Report
Release 4.3.5/4.7; 08.04.2014
is this what we all ready have or is it a later fw for control unit etc

This is what was released on 4/8 that you should have already loaded.

[dinkydi]

yeh but look at the control set up date 3.1 10/04 2014, here is the full e mail



Latest firmware updates

AL Priority - Control Set Firmware update Report
Release 3.1; 10.04.2014

AL Priority - Control Box Firmware update Report
Release 4.3.5/4.7; 08.04.2014


1. GPS speed feature added. Compatible GPS receiver and ALP R/G Plugin required (contact your distributor for availability).
By combining your ALP with a R/G Plugin and a GPS Receiver you can now achieve enhanced filtering options (also online at alpupdate.com) by speed of travel. PDC alerts and Radar alerts can be cut off by crossing the set speed limit. LID defense can also be cut of below set speed limit and converted into detecting only.

2. Added support for Laser interference defense (LID) against new ECCM lidars. Patent pending technology!

3. Fixed Error2 bug on start-up, other stability fixes.
Sometimes on start-up the system indicated Error 2 for no reason (usually if there are obstacles in front of ALP sensors), bug fixed; other stability fixes.

4. Poliscan False Rejection user selectable option added. IMPORTANT: Feature does NOT work with ALG9 sensors.
Poliscan false alert rejection if enabled will significantly reduce the number of false Poliscan alerts but as a side effect maximum detectable range will be limited to some 700 meters (Poliscan does NOT measure beyond 80 meters).

5. Skip first warm-up - New user selectable option added.
If enabled the initial 60 seconds warm-up will be skipped but other warm-up periods (after LID alert counter times out) will remain.

6. Start Ka alerts at Full strength - New user selectable option added.
If enabled all alerts on Ka band will initially be signaled as if they were a full signal strength alerts (for first 3 seconds).

7. Demo mode feature is added, service code 1-2-3.
When activated the ALP system will for 60 seconds go through a demo mode playing its range of Laser and Radar alerts.

8. Control Set Firmware update 3.1. Added new sounds.

Copyright © 2014 Radikal, All rights reserved.

Our mailing address is: info@alpriority.com

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[BestRadarDetectors]

There was an issue where on 4.8 the Control Set firmware was still old. It was corrected on 4/10 when it was realized. If you are using the Control Module and you want the latest sound files you can update the Control Set firmware at any time.

[dinkydi]

thx, dont use the control set , only BT so no need for me to up grade the control set

[Qui-Gon]

X2

X3!

[radargeek]

6. Start Ka alerts at Full strength - New user selectable option added.
If enabled all alerts on Ka band will initially be signaled as if they were a full signal strength alerts (for first 3 seconds).Why would anyone want this? Maybe it should be called "heart attack mode" or "make every Ka encounter point-blank I/O mode" ;) Maybe instead add a "make Ka alert ramp up more urgently" mode like what the V1 has.

[dinkydi]

just got email new up date from dgc, no link so it.s on the way :thumb:

[BestRadarDetectors]

Why would anyone want this? Maybe it should be called "heart attack mode" or "make every Ka encounter point-blank I/O mode" ;) Maybe instead add a "make Ka alert ramp up more urgently" mode like what the V1 has.

Mirage actually runs this way and it has saved him a few times. I prefer the regular way and I take each KA alert seriously.

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[winterbrew]

Guess the new firmware is incoming, news annoucement from AL ;

http://www.antilaser.info/?p=704

alpupdate.com appears to be down as well ?

[Mirage]

Guess the new firmware is incoming, news annoucement from AL ;

http://www.antilaser.info/?p=704

alpupdate.com appears to be down as well ?


I believe it is scheduled for release tomorrow. New ALP Connect will be shortly behind.

[BestRadarDetectors]

Guess the new firmware is incoming, news annoucement from AL ;

http://www.antilaser.info/?p=704

alpupdate.com appears to be down as well ?

Site being down is a server issue and is being taken care of... Has nothing to do with the firmware update. Firmware update will be released tomorrow 6/5 as scheduled.


I believe it is scheduled for release tomorrow. New ALP Connect will be shortly behind.

Yes, ALP Connect 1.4 was submitted to Apple and it could take a couple or days or up to 2 weeks to appear. It depends how many apps are in the queue waiting to be approved.

[BestRadarDetectors]

First Post Revised and download will be available tomorrow

Details of the 4.3.6 update (6/5/14)

1. DragonEye DALA Laser gun support extended.
2. Leivtec XV3 support added.
3. Stalker XLR Anti-Jammer support added.
4. Various LIDARs code improved.
5. Support for new ALPConnect version 1.4
6. USB functioning further improved.

[TOMMYJR9]

:)


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[Solidjake]

Incredible

:whoo:

[Qui-Gon]

So, just to confirm I have the most current items uploaded:

CPU firmware version 4.3.6

Control Set firmware version 3.2

[BestRadarDetectors]

So, just to confirm I have the most current items uploaded:

CPU firmware version 4.3.6

Control Set firmware version 3.2

Yes, You are current.

[BestRadarDetectors]

New update being update by Friday. More of some minor improvements and support for new Laser used overseas.

1. Robot Traffistar S350 Laser scanner is now supported.
2. Code is improved for various other LIDARs.
3. Error signalization when using theft lock did not work properly, bug fixed.
4. Update for Control Set now can be inserted into USB at any time or at power-on like before.
5. Functioning of a USB port has been additionally improved especially on start-up when reading the USB TheftLock keys.

[winterbrew]

Seems to be live already ;

http://www.alpupdate.com/



13.8. Control Set firmware update rev. 3.3!

1. Control Sets update mechanism now works on a broader choice of USB drives. Update USB stick can be inserted at any time during operation, or at power-on.

2. K band sound intensified.

13.8. Control Box firmware update rev. 4.3.9/4.9!

1. Traffistar S350 Laser scanner support added.

2. Various LIDARs code improved.

3. Error signalization in theft lock mode bug fixed.

4. Updating process improved for Control Set.

5. USB functioning further improved.

Haven't downloaded yet, and the firmware page still references control set 3.2 firmware ;

http://www.alpupdate.com/Firmware

Will download in the morning (nearly Friday here now) :)

[BestRadarDetectors]

Seems to be live already ;

http://www.alpupdate.com/



Haven't downloaded yet, and the firmware page still references control set 3.2 firmware ;

http://www.alpupdate.com/Firmware

Will download in the morning (nearly Friday here now) :)

All should be live by Friday.

[winterbrew]

Just downloaded my 2 x CPU firmwares and the UCSET.bin for the control set - all different file hashes to 4.3.6 firmwares and control set 3.2, so new firmware is live now :)

[shanetrainST]

Hey Tom, did the small bug with swapping between detection & defence get fixed? Be nice to plug defence in and not have to stop or cycle power :)

[tmcmenam]

I was able to download the new firmware for the control box.

but the control set firmware has not been updated on the website yet?

[BestRadarDetectors]

I was able to download the new firmware for the control box.

but the control set firmware has not been updated on the website yet?

Please wait until everything is updated and listed as updated on the update site.

[Holla]

I just got an email said everything is a go--so start the downloading :)). Thanks ALP

[Nanook]

yup just got my notice..all ready to update two

[dinkydi]

Yep same here in Oz

[Nanook]

After update it seems it takes an awful long time until the green car changes to blue..do i have to reload my user settings file ?

[BestRadarDetectors]

After update it seems it takes an awful long time until the green car changes to blue..do i have to reload my user settings file ?

After update it would default back to default settings of 4 Second LID time w/60 Second warm up. You need to reload your settings file with your preferences after the update or keep your settings file on the USB drive and then it will automatically reload after each update.

[Holla]

Just did mine! All good to go.

[Nanook]

Got it..reloaded setup file and gtg !

[BestRadarDetectors]

Expected out tomorrow sometime is update to 4.4.1

Details of the 4.4.1 update (9/15/14)

1. Status LED can now be a permanent light as well as blinking (flashing).
2. Improved self-test routine.
3. Improved and expanded various LIDAR routines.
4. Various bug-fixes.

There are several improvements for some US guns and this update is highly recommended. If you have not updated in a while please make sure you upgrade to the new 4.4.1, Look for its release in the next day or so.

[Qui-Gon]

Thank you Tom and the ALP team!!! :)

[BestRadarDetectors]

4.4.1 is live but description online has not been updated yet:

2570

[BestRadarDetectors]

FYI... New Setup option on the ALP update site. Must be running latest firmware (4.4.1 or newer) for the LED Feature:

2571

[Qui-Gon]

Was there a Control Set update as well, or just for the Control Box?

[BestRadarDetectors]

Was there a Control Set update as well, or just for the Control Box?
No Control Set update with this update. Firmware Only.

[Qui-Gon]

No Control Set update with this update. Firmware Only.

Thanks Tom!!!

[Tman]

Hy everyone , what do you when you return home after vacations ?

Check what is new ...update is done ...as always a piece of cake :applause:

[kimberdan]

Tom, Just so i understand, Will i now be able to have the LED stay lit while in defence mode or does it just change it so that when you getting painted the led comes on and stays on instead of flash? I ask because i set it to solid and dim and all i got was a solid blue light when hit with Laser and then it went back off.

[BestRadarDetectors]

Tom, Just so i understand, Will i now be able to have the LED stay lit while in defence mode or does it just change it so that when you getting painted the led comes on and stays on instead of flash? I ask because i set it to solid and dim and all i got was a solid blue light when hit with Laser and then it went back off.
In constant mode the LED will stay on and not blink in defense mode. You also need to he running the current 4.4.1 or newer firmware.

[kimberdan]

In constant mode the LED will stay on and not blink in defense mode. You also need to he running the current 4.4.1 or newer firmware.
Ok yes i have the 4.4.1... Ill try again tomorrow and see if i have any luck, Like i said i did the up date and all that and the light would come on blue for apx 10 seconds and then go off. when i hit it with lidar it went blue and stayed that way until the alert stopped.

[BestRadarDetectors]

Ok yes i have the 4.4.1... Ill try again tomorrow and see if i have any luck, Like i said i did the up date and all that and the light would come on blue for apx 10 seconds and then go off. when i hit it with lidar it went blue and stayed that way until the alert stopped.
Then you are in dark mode. Go back to the ALP Setup site and make sure you are in Constant Mode or Constant Dim Mode.

[kimberdan]

Then you are in dark mode. Go back to the ALP Setup site and make sure you are in Constant Mode or Constant Dim Mode.
OK ill mess with it tomorrow, Ive been up since 4am and im not going to mess with it now or i can promise something will end up broken LoL.. Ill check back with you tomorrow and let you know what i come up with ....
Thank you again Tom. You are a true honest good person, I appreciate you taking the time to help when help is needed.

[indytoatl]

I just got an email said everything is a go--so start the downloading :)). Thanks ALP

How do I join the mailing list for firmware update alerts?

[RigToFly01]

How do I join the mailing list for firmware update alerts?

When you register your system. It should automatically sign you up.

[BestRadarDetectors]

New Firmware Update Available

Details of the 4.4.2 update (10/21/14)

1. Improved Error signalization.
2. Improved and expanded various LIDAR routines.
3. New Blue Menu

What is a the new Blue Menu?

After you have firmware extended your system to the latest firmware some options can be changed manually over a basic Control Set inside the Blue Menu.

Press MENU and hold as long as LED light turns from Yellow to Blue and you can manually change these blue-menu options:

1. PDC/DLI/LID option setup
Pres MENU/Next once (1) when in a blue menu, then press Enter (LED will turn white when you enter submenu)
Press MENU/Next once, twice, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine or ten times depending on your preference (choose below) then press Enter to activate.
1 – for Parking detection only
2 – for PDC&DLI detection only
3 – for 3 seconds LID defense
4 – for 4 seconds LID defense
5, 6, 7, 8,
9 – for 9 seconds LID defense
10 – for time unlimited LID defense

2. PDC disable
Pres MENU/Next twice (2) when in a blue menu, then press Enter to enable/disable parking detection (PDC)

3. PRO MODE
Press MENU/Next 3 times when in a blue menu, then press Enter to enable/disable PRO MODE
In Pro Mode LED is blinking during LID alert only when being targeted.

4. SKIP WARM-UP
Pres MENU/Next 4 times when in a blue menu, then press Enter to enable/disable Skip first warm up

Don't worry ALP Connect users more functionality will be coming to ALP Connect in the future.

[kasher1979]

Thanks BRD does this update include fix for the guns that were not jamming well in the RALETC test? It's probably already been fixed. I came late to the show so I am behind. Better late than never I suppose. ;)

[kasher1979]

Actually I said gunS but I think it was only one gun .

[BestRadarDetectors]

Actually I said gunS but I think it was only one gun .

Yes, There were several improvements and that was only one of them.

[kasher1979]

Excellent

[kasher1979]

Thank you for the fast updates and getting job done for us. We don't have to pull you along you pull us along. I know everyone feels a sense of relief because of this.

[awj223]

Press MENU and hold as long as LED light turns from Yellow to Blue and you can manually change these blue-menu options:

1. PDC/DLI/LID option setup
Pres MENU/Next once (1) when in a blue menu, then press Enter (LED will turn white when you enter submenu)
Press MENU/Next once, twice, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine or ten times depending on your preference (choose below) then press Enter to activate.
1 – for Parking detection only
2 – for PDC&DLI detection only
3 – for 3 seconds LID defense
4 – for 4 seconds LID defense
5, 6, 7, 8,
9 – for 9 seconds LID defense
10 – for time unlimited LID defense

If you use options 3-10, what happens to radar detection? Does it remain the same as it was last configured by a configuration file? The email I just got explains things a little bit differently:


1 – for Parking detection only (no lidar or radar detection)
2 – for PDC&DLI (parking, lidar & radar detection active)
3 – for 3 seconds LID defense (detection & defense active)
4 – for 4 seconds LID defense (detection & defense active)
5, 6, 7, 8,
9 – for 9 seconds LID defense (detection & defense active)
10 – for time unlimited LID defense (detection & defense active)

[BestRadarDetectors]

If you use options 3-10, what happens to radar detection? Does it remain the same as it was last configured by a configuration file?

LID Time does not change your Radar Settings that you already previously set.

[awj223]

I take it that this applies for all options except (1), correct? Or is it actually possible to have it in PDC-only mode on the LIDAR sensor side and radar detection on (which, curiously, is NOT an option when generating setup files)?

And if (1) turns off radar detection altogether, is the setting still "memorized" internally so that when I turned LID/DLI back on, it will detect radar again?

[BestRadarDetectors]

I take it that this applies for all options except (1), correct? Or is it actually possible to have it in PDC-only mode on the LIDAR sensor side and radar detection on (which, curiously, is NOT an option when generating setup files)?

And if (1) turns off radar detection altogether, is the setting still "memorized" internally so that when I turned LID/DLI back on, it will detect radar again?

Will have to test it later and confirm. Cant test it at the moment but will do it today if someone does not beat me to it. If you think giving you some cool quick ways to to make changes through the control module is cool you will really like what is planned for ALP Connect in the future.

[ECMExpert]

Will have to test it later and confirm. Cant test it at the moment but will do it today if someone does not beat me to it. If you think giving you some cool quick ways to to make changes through the control module is cool you will really like what is planned for ALP Connect in the future.


If I may read into this, will we see the ability to perhaps just update entirely through connect with the push of a button, thus making the app totally self sufficient for both settings and updates?

[Yellowcab]

Received an email from AL announcing the firmware update. They even had a link to some RALETC group that did some recent laser jammer testing. Who is this RALETC group? :D

[BestRadarDetectors]

If I may read into this, will we see the ability to perhaps just update entirely through connect with the push of a button, thus making the app totally self sufficient for both settings and updates?

Not promising any dates but the end goal is to be able to do everything you can do online now through ALP Connect on Both Android & Apple platforms.

[Yellowcab]

Not promising any dates but the end goal is to be able to do everything you can do online now through ALP Connect on Both Android & Apple platforms.

Do the guys at AL ever stop? I am very happy that they are constantly improving their product.

[v1VR]

Question.....The set up,was done at time of install few weeks ago with latest firmware current at install but I did not get a USB . I have downloaded both setup and the just released firmware update to 2 separate drives
Can you use 1 drive for both bin files ( control box and firmware) and the setup file or should you use separate drives, one for the 2 bin files and 1 for the setup?
Thanks
And which would you "run" first
The new firmware then the new setup(changed to dark)
Will the box know which one to load first if it's all on one flash drive? Bin then setup or setup then bin?

[BestRadarDetectors]

If unit was already installed and you are not making any changes you only need the firmware file. If you are changing settings you can put firmware and setup file on the same drive.

[v1VR]

Thanks Tom, that was fast
Can every thing be on one drive? And with Bt do I need to "update the control box also?

[BestRadarDetectors]

Thanks Tom, that was fast
Can every thing be on one drive? And with Bt do I need to "update the control box also?
There is no need to update the Control Set nothing is new with it. Put both your firmware and setup file on the same drive and pop it in.

[kimberdan]

OK i a stupid question, Normally when i boot up my ALPs my V1 goes off, after the up date it no longer goes off, Came in the house and change a few thing and still nothing, I did check to see if the ALPs are working and it seems like they are.
But is this something i should be concerned about or no?
Iphone shows
connect 1.7
fw 4.4.2
pdc 5.2

[dragons]

After I updated earlier today, probably fourth power up it made a noise I haven't heard before, one very long beep that sounded like the Poliscan tone but 5 or so seconds right on power up BEFORE switching into defence mode.

It seems fine now though.

[awj223]

Will have to test it later and confirm. Cant test it at the moment but will do it today if someone does not beat me to it. If you think giving you some cool quick ways to to make changes through the control module is cool you will really like what is planned for ALP Connect in the future.

I tested this by enabling K band and using a speed sign as the radar source. The answer is that changing to PDC only mode and back to a LID mode does NOT disable radar detection.

[BestRadarDetectors]

I tested this by enabling K band and using a speed sign as the radar source. The answer is that changing to PDC only mode and back to a LID mode does NOT disable radar detection.
Great thanks!

[BestRadarDetectors]

New Firmware release 4.5.1

This update includes various minor improvements and updates and add support needed for the new ALP Connect Android.
There is also a new Control Set update which fixes some minor issues and increases its reliability.

[kasher1979]

New Firmware release 4.5.1

This update includes various minor improvements and updates and add support needed for the new ALP Connect Android.
There is also a new Control Set update which fixes some minor issues and increases its reliability.

THank you for letting us know. Also, thanks for the frequent updates.

[Tman]

I am always amazed to upgrade a firmware so easily and reliably ...

many product uggrades become a nightmare in one way or another .
Kudos to Alp Team.

[Vortex]

THank you for letting us know. Also, thanks for the frequent updates.

+1!

The update here was smooth and easy. I like that we can do the firmware and control set all in one go too.

[awj223]

+1!

The update here was smooth and easy. I like that we can do the firmware and control set all in one go too.

Easily updated, both control set and control box in one go!

I look forward to the day when ALP releases an update and the server starts crashing from too many people trying to download it at the same time...

[TurboDriver]

Thanks for the update on the update. It is so nice to be informed promptly and not wonder if or when and then have to search for it.

Awesome service...

[BestRadarDetectors]

Easily updated, both control set and control box in one go!

I look forward to the day when ALP releases an update and the server starts crashing from too many people trying to download it at the same time...
You guys got a heads up. The email about new firmware being available goes out tomorrow.

[kasher1979]

Thanks for the update on the update. It is so nice to be informed promptly and not wonder if or when and then have to search for it.

Awesome service...

I agree.... Very nicely done with the updates.

[Holla]

Just updated--simple as pie lol.

Anyway I Just noticed on my Apple ALP App, when hooked up there is a flashing white symbol in upper right corner now that I have never seen? Looks like a Dish with flashing wi-fi ))))) ?

[dinkydi]

Gps

[Holla]

I dont have GPS? I have never never seen that symbol until right now after I updated?

[winterbrew]

I dont have GPS? I have never never seen that symbol until right now after I updated?

Its the iphone GPS status - flashing = obtaining lock

[Holla]

Its the iphone GPS status - flashing = obtaining lock

Ok, I buy that but just weird it has never been there before, I have never seen it. This is on my IPOD by the way / Just hooked up my Iphone and same blinking Icon too.
Is this New since this update today?

[BestRadarDetectors]

Minor bug.... Will get fixed shortly. For users that use an attached GPS the speed will be fed from the attached GPS instead of the phone's GPS. This way users with iPods with no GPS will be able to see speed readings.

[Holla]

Ahhhh cool---did this bug just appear today with the update Tom?

[winterbrew]

Minor bug.... Will get fixed shortly. For users that use an attached GPS the speed will be fed from the attached GPS instead of the phone's GPS. This way users with iPods with no GPS will be able to see speed readings.

That's great Tom - glad to see the AL team took on board another of the requests :)

[dinkydi]

Simple question,yes/ no, will the GPS work now on ios 8.1.1 apple confused, cause mine don't seem to work after update

[awj223]

Did the behavior of the parking sensors change with version 4.5.1? I got a solid red light on my ALP when pulling into the garage today. When I pushed the POWER button once, the light went to flashing (and the parking sensor beeps started up). One more press of the POWER button and the light was back to solid red.

[BestRadarDetectors]

Did the behavior of the parking sensors change with version 4.5.1? I got a solid red light on my ALP when pulling into the garage today. When I pushed the POWER button once, the light went to flashing (and the parking sensor beeps started up). One more press of the POWER button and the light was back to solid red.

Short press on the power button turns the parking sensors on or off. This was always that way. You might have turned them off previously not realizing it and when off the light will illuminate with no sounds.

[awj223]

Short press on the power button turns the parking sensors on or off. This was always that way. You might have turned them off previously not realizing it and when off the light will illuminate with no sounds.

But previously, the light would flash (same as with the sounds on). Closer objects = faster flashing. However, this time it was a solid red light.

[BestRadarDetectors]

Simple question,yes/ no, will the GPS work now on ios 8.1.1 apple confused, cause mine don't seem to work after update

Can you elaborate and I will look into it? After 4.5.1 you lost GPS functionality on your iPhone or after the last IOS update? Does the GPS Function work based on the settings but just not reflect on the app? Need some more information to get to the bottom of it. We have another firmware update scheduled within the next 2 weeks so if the issue is with the 4.5.1 update we should be able to correct the issue quickly in the next update.

[BestRadarDetectors]

But previously, the light would flash (same as with the sounds on). Closer objects = faster flashing. However, this time it was a solid red light.

Correct but only when turned off. When back on it should act normally with the timed flashes and quicker sounds as you get closer.

[shanetrainST]

Can you elaborate and I will look into it? After 4.5.1 you lost GPS functionality on your iPhone or after the last IOS update? Does the GPS Function work based on the settings but just not reflect on the app? Need some more information to get to the bottom of it. We have another firmware update scheduled within the next 2 weeks so if the issue is with the 4.5.1 update we should be able to correct the issue quickly in the next update.

No GPS speed
Happened to me this morning after I updated to IOS 8.1.1
Was in a rush to work so I didn't get time to investigate.

[BestRadarDetectors]

No GPS speed
Happened to me this morning after I updated to IOS 8.1.1
Was in a rush to work so I didn't get time to investigate.

But the GPS Function was still working? (Muting under set speeds, etc,) Just the speed was not displayed on the iPhone? You also need to go to the app settings and give permission for the app to use the GPS with the latest IOS versions.

[dinkydi]

Can you elaborate and I will look into it? After 4.5.1 you lost GPS functionality on your iPhone or after the last IOS update? Does the GPS Function work based on the settings but just not reflect on the app? Need some more information to get to the bottom of it. We have another firmware update scheduled within the next 2 weeks so if the issue is with the 4.5.1 update we should be able to correct the issue quickly in the next update.

Ain't worked for ages since the ios 8 came into play u can get it working by using the privacy work around on the iPhone, but when u disconnect back to no good, one thing I have noticed when u do the privacy Dodge u can set off and get speed kmh reading and the GPS is not even locked on

[BestRadarDetectors]

Ain't worked for ages since the ios 8 came into play u can get it working by using the privacy work around on the iPhone, but when u disconnect back to no good, one thing I have noticed when u do the privacy Dodge u can set off and get speed kmh reading and the GPS is not even locked on

And this is with the iPhone 6 or older phones? There are tons of issues with the iPhone 6 and AL has been looking into it for weeks but have not had any luck and they believe the issues are on the Apples side. Only some users have issues with others running the same ALP Connect and the iPhone 6 are fine which leads us to believe their might be some hardware differences in certain phones.

[dinkydi]

5s phone, another strange thing is the car will turn blue to defensive when u reach the set speed but with 0 kmh on the phone reading when not using the privacy Dodge

[dinkydi]

It all went t!!!ts up, with ios8

[BestRadarDetectors]

5s phone, another strange thing is the car will turn blue to defensive when u reach the set speed but with 0 kmh reading when not using the privacy Dodge

Because the settings are based on the GPS antenna connected to the CPU but the displayed speed on the app is coming from the phones GPS. So all functions will still work properly but the displayed speed on the phone might not be working if the app does not have access to the phones GPS. AL is working on getting the speed from the attached GPS antenna (Soon) so that you would no longer rely on the phones GPS if you have the direct GPS connected to the CPU.

[dinkydi]

But the GPS Function was still working? (Muting under set speeds, etc,) Just the speed was not displayed on the iPhone? You also need to go to the app settings and give permission for the app to use the GPS with the latest IOS versions.
Can't see this option in settings, only change mph to kmh or has it to be set in controller optionn

[BestRadarDetectors]

Can't see this option in settings, only change mph to kmh or has it to be set in controller option

The GPS permission (Location Settings) are not part of the settings of ALP Connect. Its the app settings for the phone itself. My iPhone is dead at the moment and its 1AM here, so I will charge it over night and get some screen shots tomorrow if someone does not beat me to it.

See this thread: http://radarandlaserforum.com/showthread.php/5689-ALP-Connect-app-won-t-remember-location-services-setting-on-iPhone-5

Issue with IOS 8.0 is that its not saving the settings.

[Abarth695]

I'm using iPhone 6 Plus with issues.
The plus apparently is slightly different to the 6
But it's probably all of them in combination with ios8 anyways

[awj223]

Correct but only when turned off. When back on it should act normally with the timed flashes and quicker sounds as you get closer.

Why was the flashing red changed to a solid red? With the old firmware, I could at least tell how far I was from an obstacle by looking at the light (even with the sound turned off). With the solid red light, I cannot do that.

[BestRadarDetectors]

Why was the flashing red changed to a solid red? With the old firmware, I could at least tell how far I was from an obstacle by looking at the light (even with the sound turned off). With the solid red light, I cannot do that.

Not sure and I dont really know when it changed. It most likely had to do with changes to make all the new stuff compatible with each other.

[specifics]

Are these updates cumulitive or does the last one issues update everything to present?

[BestRadarDetectors]

Are these updates cumulitive or does the last one issues update everything to present?

Last one is all you need.

[specifics]

Last one is all you need.

Thanks Tom..... Car is already in storage for the winter...... Never even did the last update.

[BestRadarDetectors]

Thanks Tom..... Car is already in storage for the winter...... Never even did the last update.

Then you can skip it... There will be another in less than 2 weeks and I am sure several more before Spring. You really dont use the CTS all Winter?

[specifics]

Then you can skip it... There will be another in less than 2 weeks and I am sure several more before Spring. You really dont use the CTS all Winter?

No... too much salt up here.... besides 550 Hp is not too controllable on the cold roads. We have a Jeep Grand Cherokee and a Supercharged Range Rover if the need for some speed takes over... lol

[awj223]

No... too much salt up here.... besides 550 Hp is not too controllable on the cold roads. We have a Jeep Grand Cherokee and a Supercharged Range Rover if the need for some speed takes over... lol

Don't those vehicles do well in snow?


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=civYPMeStOg

[specifics]

Don't those vehicles do well in snow?

The CTS-V is like a Vette with four doors..... The Rover is fun and the Jeep is a tank in the snow..... besides, my speed tolerance needs to be reset over the winter or I would use my CM budget on performance mods for the "V"... lol

[Holla]

You have some nice / fast toys to play with lol

[awj223]

The CTS-V is like a Vette with four doors..... The Rover is fun and the Jeep is a tank in the snow..... besides, my speed tolerance needs to be reset over the winter or I would use my CM budget on performance mods for the "V"... lol

Ah, I parsed that as Cayenne Turbo S. Which coincidentally, also has 550hp.

[dragons]

Maybe it's just me but the stir integration seems to be working a little better it's giving me about 200m more detection on Gatso cameras of the fixed varriety and about an extra 100m on mobile ones also less k band falses.. Haven't been hit by laser thus far but then I haven't been in a while now which is surprising round here.

[specifics]

All wheel drive on the Porsche... Caddy has all that HP to the rear wheels. Our Rover is in the 400 hp club and also AWD

[Qui-Gon]

Just updated the other day, and had my first hit with the new firmware last night!

As if there was any doubt who'd come out on top... ;)

[tawwwd]

Are there any plans on ALP being able to switch between jam and detect WITHOUT changing that via USB?

I would love to be able to switch between those settings so for areas I drive a lot and openly see radar I wont be jamming them 10 times a day (literally that many lol) I now know you can hit the control pad to kill jamming but that is only once and alert has gone off.

[BestRadarDetectors]

Are there any plans on ALP being able to switch between jam and detect WITHOUT changing that via USB?

I would love to be able to switch between those settings so for areas I drive a lot and openly see radar I wont be jamming them 10 times a day (literally that many lol) I now know you can hit the control pad to kill jamming but that is only once and alert has gone off.

You can already do it with the control pad and switch between the LID Settings:

Press MENU and hold as long as LED light turns from Yellow to Blue and you can manually change these blue-menu options:

1. PDC/DLI/LID option setup
Pres MENU/Next once (1) when in a blue menu, then press Enter (LED will turn white when you enter submenu)
Press MENU/Next once, twice, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine or ten times depending on your preference (choose below) then press Enter to activate.
1 – for Parking detection only
2 – for PDC&DLI detection only
3 – for 3 seconds LID defense
4 – for 4 seconds LID defense
5, 6, 7, 8,
9 – for 9 seconds LID defense
10 – for time unlimited LID defense

[tawwwd]

You can already do it with the control pad and switch between the LID Settings:

Press MENU and hold as long as LED light turns from Yellow to Blue and you can manually change these blue-menu options:

1. PDC/DLI/LID option setup
Pres MENU/Next once (1) when in a blue menu, then press Enter (LED will turn white when you enter submenu)
Press MENU/Next once, twice, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine or ten times depending on your preference (choose below) then press Enter to activate.
1 – for Parking detection only
2 – for PDC&DLI detection only
3 – for 3 seconds LID defense
4 – for 4 seconds LID defense
5, 6, 7, 8,
9 – for 9 seconds LID defense
10 – for time unlimited LID defense


That's a pain IMO. That might be ok for somewhere with not a lot of radar.. Im not exagerrating when I say 10 times a day, I dont want to have to continually be going through the menu like that.

Just a one click on/off that only switches between the two modes detect only and previous setting

[BestRadarDetectors]

That's a pain IMO.
I don't want to have to remember 8000 menu clicks. Just a one click on/off that only switches between the two modes detect only and previous setting

Its 2 buttons and about 5 button presses. I think you are exaggerating by around 7995 menu clicks. It will take a few seconds..

[tawwwd]

Its 2 buttons and about 5 button presses. I think you are exaggerating by around 7995 menu clicks. It will take a few seconds..

Exaggerating button clicks, Yes. Exaggerating how many times a day you would have to do that here, No. lol

This is my only quirk with it, for on the fly changes the control pad is caveman era. A dedicated mode button to toggle between modes would have been a great idea.

[BestRadarDetectors]

Exaggerating button clicks, Yes. Exaggerating how many times a day you would have to do that here, No. lol

Why would you ever need to switch modes so many times? Keep the USB in your center console with different USB drives if you want to switch back and forth between settings.

[tawwwd]

Why would you ever need to switch modes so many times? Keep the USB in your center console with different USB drives if you want to switch back and forth between settings.

I'm not going to beat a dead horse here. All I want is to be able to toggle between a current setting, whatever that may be (4sec jtk) and detect only. A mode toggle button. Without going through an entire menu each time lol
Its located up under my passenger side dash. That is impossible.

If it cant happen, then thats fine. Ill live with it.

[BestRadarDetectors]

I'm not going to beat a dead horse here. All I want is to be able to toggle between a current setting, whatever that may be (4sec jtk) and detect only. A mode toggle button. Without going through an entire menu each time lol
Its located up under my passenger side dash. That is impossible.

If it cant happen, then thats fine. Ill live with it.

We do supply USB extension cables with each unit CPU so you should put it somewhere convenient to you if you want to make that many changes. There is no other way besides using the controller or USB memory sticks to load different configurations.

[tawwwd]

We do supply USB extension cables with each unit CPU so you should put it somewhere convenient to you if you want to make that many changes. There is no other way besides using the controller or USB memory sticks to load different configurations.

Ill just PM you so we dont clog up this thread.

[Holla]

I see what you are saying, have your custom loads stored in the control unit itself so you dont need to keep loading thru USB, and All anyone needs to do is go to a page on the ALP connect and pick the load you want to run :) Sounds like a great thing to have but not sure it can be done at this time.

[tawwwd]

Thats kind of another thing which would also be a nice feature.

I basically just want a button to switch modes from detect only mode and then back for 30 secs while i drive past radar vans in my area multiple times a day so I dont get labelled as "that black f150 that has problems getting a speed reading"

I understand I can kill the jam every time but id rather just turn defense mode off for 30 secs with the press of a button while i pass and then turn it back on and they have no clue about a jam at all

Callllllll me crazy, but for the $2000 im into this thing for i would have expected that to be a feature lol

[Abarth695]

I agree with you.
I have suggested many times to no avail to be able to go straight from detect to park or what ever setting on the App
I can't see what the big dal is to do this, apart from time and money, but this is part of continued development fro any App
I particularly want to be able to change straight to Parking mode with a different screen that does not look so obvious to police, so if I get pulled over it does not look suspicious at all.
Australia you will get thousands of dollar fines and loss of points on your license and I'm sure there are other countries where the least attention you get, the better

[BestRadarDetectors]

I agree with you.
I have suggested many times to no avail to be able to go straight from detect to park or what ever setting on the App
I can't see what the big dal is to do this, apart from time and money, but this is part of continued development fro any App
I particularly want to be able to change straight to Parking mode with a different screen that does not look so obvious to police, so if I get pulled over it does not look suspicious at all.
Australia you will get thousands of dollar fines and loss of points on your license and I'm sure there are other countries where the least attention you get, the better

We will discuss this and may have a solution in the future. For now keep this thread on topic as its only to discuss firmware releases. There are other threads more suitable (There is a suggestion for future features thread) or feel free to create your own.

[BestRadarDetectors]

New update released for standard control set: Control Set Firmware updated to 3.5

Brightness of the LED in Dimmed mode is now user adjustable in 10 levels.

See new settings for the LED in the Setup Tool Application on the ALP Update Site: http://www.alpriorityupdate.com/Setup

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Please Note: The Control Set LED is adjustable for ALL users but the External LED's are only adjustable for users with V2.0 CPU's which we switched over to sometime in early October.

[Nanook]

Gets better all the time..

[Vortex]

^OMG YES!!!

Thank you for this! My eyes are very appreciative for this new feature, and for the fine folk at AL continuing to implement new features into their unit.

Being able to jam all guns is definitely the main thing, but continually improving the user experience is absolutely huge as well.

[licwid]

Stinks that the external LED can only be dimmed on newer units :( Still glad to see the change though.

[winterbrew]

4.5.2 is also up on the alpupdate site

[BestRadarDetectors]

4.5.2 is also up on the alpupdate site
Nothing major in there but its needed if you are moving to the HiFi or want to use the new dimmed LED settings.

[shifter]

Please Note: The Control Set LED is adjustable for ALL users but the External LED's are only adjustable for users with V2.0 CPU's which we switched over to sometime in early October.

well, I must say that's very disappointing.

I was the one that first suggested the brightness settings for the LED

and I can't use it.

[BestRadarDetectors]

well, I must say that blows.

I was the one that first suggested the brightness settings for the LED

and I can't use it.

We were actually discussing it long before you brought it up, But you might have been the first to post it. You can adjust the control set LED brightness but not the External LED. The CPU did not have the hardware needed as I mentioned a while ago. We made the needed changes and included them with the V2 CPU which was released in October. We dont discuss future releases being worked on until we are close to release and there will be many more exciting things coming in 2015.

[ECMExpert]

We were actually discussing it long before you brought it up, But you might have been the first to post it. You can adjust the control set LED brightness but not the External LED. The CPU did not have the hardware needed as I mentioned a while ago. We made the needed changes and included them with the V2 CPU which was released in October. We dont discuss future releases being worked on until we are close to release and there will be many more exciting things coming in 2015.


Are you guys going to have any type of update/ upgrade program or continuous improvement program like V1????

[BestRadarDetectors]

Are you guys going to have any type of update/ upgrade program or continuous improvement program like V1????

No, There is no way to change the hardware in the CPU's to add the circuitry to dim the External LED. If the External LED bothers you that much you can put it in Dim and it will go dark until you get an alert or you can even do a hardware mod that was posted here some time ago from another user.

http://radarandlaserforum.com/showthread.php/5445-How-to-dim-your-remote-LED-on-your-ALP-system?highlight=external

[BestRadarDetectors]

I'm not going to beat a dead horse here. All I want is to be able to toggle between a current setting, whatever that may be (4sec jtk) and detect only. A mode toggle button. Without going through an entire menu each time lol
Its located up under my passenger side dash. That is impossible.

If it cant happen, then thats fine. Ill live with it.

We have discussed this again and we might adjust the short menu button in a future release to switch between the 3 modes. (Parking, Detection & Defense) on the HiFi Controllers. Right now on the HiFi Controllers and Standard Controllers a short press on the menu button changed the fog light mode which is not a feature used here in the US and is only used in 2 markets. We think more would benefit from a quick way to switch these modes than switching between the modes of the fog lights so look for that in a future release.

[JStump2490]

Can you tell me which HW version I have? I placed my order for my ALP the first week of November and currently am able to dim my external LED just like I can the control set. Does this mean I have the ability to use the brightness selector for the external LED as well? I would look to see if it said V2 but I am at work :/

[BestRadarDetectors]

Can you tell me which HW version I have? I placed my order for my ALP the first week of November and currently am able to dim my external LED just like I can the control set. Does this mean I have the ability to use the brightness selector for the external LED as well? I would look to see if it said V2 but I am at work :/

Yes, You have the 2.0 Version. You can also look at the back of the CPU to determine which you have but if your External LED dims you have it.

[L&R]

Yes, You have the 2.0 Version. You can also look at the back of the CPU to determine which you have but if your External LED dims you have it.

What the difference in hardware between V1 & V2?

[BestRadarDetectors]

What the difference in hardware between V1 & V2?

At this point the only noticeable difference is the External LED. I cant give out more information beyond that at this time. If you look at AL's history you will see they make improvements all the time and and never stand still. As I gave ECMExpert an example in an email he sent to me I have a Note 2 phone and 8 months after I bought it Samsung came out with a Note 3 and a year later there is the Note 4. Technology always has to improve or you will get left behind. The countermeasure business is no different and while the ALP can defend against everything today we need to stay on top of any new pending technology and keep adjusting hardware to be ready for it.

[tmcmenam]

At this point the only noticeable difference is the External LED. I cant give out more information beyond that at this time. If you look at AL's history you will see they make improvements all the time and and never stand still. As I gave ECMExpert an example in an email he sent to me I have a Note 2 phone and 8 months after I bought it Samsung came out with a Note 3 and a year later there is the Note 4. Technology always has to improve or you will get left behind. The countermeasure business is no different and while the ALP can defend against everything today we need to stay on top of any new pending technology and keep adjusting hardware to be ready for it.
But it would be nice to hear you say "for those of you encountering xx you should think about updating to the V2 CPU"

[BestRadarDetectors]

But it would be nice to hear you say "for those of you encountering xx you should think about updating to the V2 CPU"

There is no one encountering xx and no need to upgrade. Your Gen 1 unit protects you against every threat currently out there. If there was an issue we would let everyone know. From day one we always said our priority was to make sure all of our users would be protected and have we not done that?

[tawwwd]

We have discussed this again and we might adjust the short menu button in a future release to switch between the 3 modes. (Parking, Detection & Defense) on the HiFi Controllers. Right now on the HiFi Controllers and Standard Controllers a short press on the menu button changed the fog light mode which is not a feature used here in the US and is only used in 2 markets. We think more would benefit from a quick way to switch these modes than switching between the modes of the fog lights so look for that in a future release.

Sounds like a reasonable option! Thanks for the update!

[Mirage]

Guys. If you absolutely must have external dimming then buy a new CPU. IMHO It's not worth it to upgrade for just that "feature". As BRD has already stated the performance is EXACTLY the same on each hardware revision. Rest assured if there is ever a significant difference in hardware RALETC will be on top of it.

[tmcmenam]

I dont see the 3.5 control set update on the website?

[BestRadarDetectors]

I dont see the 3.5 control set update on the website?

Just download and install... In the LED dimming works then its the 3.5 and they forgot to update the description. We have been so focused on the HiFi Updates that it was probably just not adjusted in the description.

[winterbrew]

Next one up on www.alpupdate.com ;



20.03.2015 AL Priority – HiFi Control Set Firmware update ver. 5.3

- Improved stability on power-on in vehicles with hard cranking.

- Important update for Australian users.

20.03.2015 AL Priority - Control Box Firmware update ver. 4.5.4/5.4

- Various bug-fixes and stability improvements (Regions, USB, Power usage, etc.).

Hoping the front to back sensor reversal option is on there somewhere :)

[BestRadarDetectors]

Next one up on www.alpupdate.com ;

Hoping the front to back sensor reversal option is on there somewhere :)

I will post notes on this update later today.

[awj223]

Well, only thing I've confirmed about the new update is that there is NOT a new voice pack. Just ran a diff on the two files.

[BestRadarDetectors]

Well, only thing I've confirmed about the new update is that there is NOT a new voice pack. Just ran a diff on the two files.

The update is more for preparation of some upcoming features, some minor algo tweaks and added international gun support.

[shanetrainST]

International gun support. Thanks Tom :)

[BestRadarDetectors]

Details of the 4.5.4 update: (03/20/15)
1. Various bug-fixes and stability improvements (Regions, USB, Power usage, etc.)
2. New gun support added for new international threats

HiFi Firmware update 5.3 (03/20/15)
1. Improved stability on power-on in vehicles with hard cranking.

[wolfpacal]

Details of the 4.5.4 update: (03/20/15)
1. Various bug-fixes and stability improvements (Regions, USB, Power usage, etc.)
2. New gun support added for new international threats

HiFi Firmware update 5.3 (03/20/15)
1. Improved stability on power-on in vehicles with hard cranking.

I've downloaded the new files but have a question, since I'm using the HiFi module, do I keep the UCSETHIFI and Voicepak files on the flash drive? These were from 12.31.14 when the new HiFi modules came out. Or do I just need the three files on the USB stick? - privacy key file, bin and setup file? Please advise.

[dukes]

I've downloaded the new files but have a question, since I'm using the HiFi module, do I keep the UCSETHIFI and Voicepak files on the flash drive? These were from 12.31.14 when the new HiFi modules came out. Or do I just need the three files on the USB stick? - privacy key file, bin and setup file? Please advise.

After you complete the update, you'll just need the privacy key or it will just go back to parking only mode.

[wolfpacal]

After you complete the update, you'll just need the privacy key or it will just go back to parking only mode.

I think I got it. I downloaded the two new files, then I re-downloaded the HiFi Control Module File, and Voicepak File. With the privacy key file already on the USB (I DON'T REMOVE IT FOR ANY REASON) it took the update just fine. Same procedure for my other vehicle, only, no HiFi module, so less files on that USB stick. Seems to be good to go now.

Dukes, you're right, without the privacy key file, it will revert only to a parking sensor system. I've got multiple copies of each privacy key file saved for each vehicle.

[BestRadarDetectors]

I think I got it. I downloaded the two new files, then I re-downloaded the HiFi Control Module File, and Voicepak File. With the privacy key file already on the USB (I DON'T REMOVE IT FOR ANY REASON) it took the update just fine. Same procedure for my other vehicle, only, no HiFi module, so less files on that USB stick. Seems to be good to go now.

Yeah.. There was no reason to re-load the voicepack but it would not hurt anything.

[wolfpacal]

Yeah.. There was no reason to re-load the voicepack but it would not hurt anything.

Got it, thanks!!!

[tawwwd]

Is there any reason to update the firmware if none of what you've listed applies?

[BestRadarDetectors]

Is there any reason to update the firmware if none of what you've listed applies?

Yes, There is more to the firmware than what has only been listed and you should update the firmware and stay up to date. We have made a decision to also no longer list any new gun support when added, All this has done in the past is let our competitors know what is new and we spend a lot of money staying on top of everything and there is no point to let other companies know what new guns they should be looking at.

[tawwwd]

Yes, There is more to the firmware than what has only been listed and you should update the firmware and stay up to date. We have made a decision to also no longer list any new gun support when added, All this has done in the past is let our competitors know what is new and we spend a lot of money staying on top of everything and there is no point to let other companies know what new guns they should be looking at.

10-4!

Thanks!

[kimberdan]

Ok so i have a few questions.. Im sure it is in this thread some where but didnt feel like going thru 25 pages to find it... I know shame on me :)..... So i did the up date and i guess it went fine, but now when i check the sensors it is coming up F2F3 and R1R2? should it say F1F2?.. I check the sensors and they all seem to be operating as they should.
Next thing, I wanted to set it up so that if im not moving that they are just parking sensors, So if i go thru some place where they now allowed i can just show that they are just parking sensors.. So can someone please tell me what Define pdc speed limit is and define LID speed limit, I know that LID time is the length you set for the system to go into just receive mode...
I came to the understanding that the LID speed time was so that it will only alert when above the set speed, Which i set it for 12 and then hit it and it went off as if was set to None...

[BestRadarDetectors]

Ok so i have a few questions.. Im sure it is in this thread some where but didnt feel like going thru 25 pages to find it... I know shame on me :)..... So i did the up date and i guess it went fine, but now when i check the sensors it is coming up F2F3 and R1R2? should it say F1F2?.. I check the sensors and they all seem to be operating as they should.
Next thing, I wanted to set it up so that if im not moving that they are just parking sensors, So if i go thru some place where they now allowed i can just show that they are just parking sensors.. So can someone please tell me what Define pdc speed limit is and define LID speed limit, I know that LID time is the length you set for the system to go into just receive mode...
I came to the understanding that the LID speed time was so that it will only alert when above the set speed, Which i set it for 12 and then hit it and it went off as if was set to None...

You found the only bug that we realized with the new firmware. Nothing is wrong with your setup but the ports were accidentally reversed when a check sensor is called (This was already corrected and will be fixed in the next upcoming update in a few weeks). F1 is listed as F3 and vise versa and R1 is listed as R2 and vise versa. In order to make the system act only as parking sensors when traveling under a pre-set speed you need to have the GPS added to the system. If you have GPS attached it will also only ignore alerts if a GPS signal is present. If it does not have a lock it will Jam to make sure you are protected if you lose GPS Signal so if testing in a garage etc with no GPS signal the unit will Jam.