[chirp_devel] New driver for Kenwood TM-D710G in true clone mode

[Rick DeWitt AA0RD]

I'm glad I can keep you entertained.
Regarding reading the memory blocks-
The first block is 32,512 bytes and contains the 1000 memory channels, 
scan ranges, call channels, vfo values, masks, and radio settings.
The second block is 65,024 bytes and contains the power-on display 
bitmap, Sky Command configuration,  APRS and GPS settings.
The third block is 131,072 bytes containing the GPS logs; tracks and 
waypoints.
If I read the data after the first block, then I have to support all 
those settings. Otherwise someone will load a saved image, modify a few 
memory channels and upload it- clobbering anything the radio had saved 
there. I have avoided adding all that seldom-used data because my doctor 
says I only have 30 more years to live and the Kenwood MCP software 
currently covers it.
If you really want that stuff supported in CHIRP, then of course I can 
do it.
I can create a Windows exe version of the short image for my local ARES 
centers to use until then.

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Rick DeWitt
AA0RD
Sequim, Washington, USA 98382
(360) 681-3494