Updating an R-Series Radar Detector

NOTICE: As of 10/2/2024 Mac users on MacOS 15 Sequoia may experience difficulties with launching or downloading the 2.14 tool for R-series radars. Our software engineers are working on this issue and will update us as soon as a solution can be provided, or a new version is released. We are sorry for the inconvenience and will be sure to provide an update to this article as soon as we hear back.

Step 1. Go to uniden.com and select the support tab. Then select Downloads and Manuals.

Step 2. Enter your model number in the search bar and press enter. Select the most recent version of the update tool, as well as the database. ***For this example, we are using an R3.

Step 3. Begin installing the set-up wizard. Accept all prompts as you proceed through this process.

Step 4. Next, you will be presented with the update tool itself. Proceed by plugging in your radar via the provided USB cable that came with your unit. After your computer recognizes the USB, select the tab that says “UPDATE”.

Note: The display on the radar will not light up during this process asthis port is strictly for data transfers. You do not need to provide power to the RJ11 port on the unit during updates. Doing so may result in potential damage to the unit.

Step 5. Once on the “Update” tab, select "Start Update" and follow the prompts accordingly.

Step 6. Once the unit has finished the update, you should see a text prompt stating “Update Completed!”        Once you receive this prompt, press "OK". You are now free to unplug and resume using the product as normal.