I too have a uv5r and have yet to successfully program it using the baofeng or chirp software s. Other than this, are there any major differences between the two models. We are the authorized distributor of baofeng products. Baofeng dm17021703 programming software firmware upgrade. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and softwares for a wide range of our products. Page 1 baofeng uv5r stepbystep programming guide also applies to uv5ra, uv5x3, uv5rax, gt3, bff8, bff9 noji ratzlaff set the radio to communicate with a repeater at 146. Get a scanner, and youll be able to hear the digital signals and there is no possibility of accidentally transmitting and getting into trouble. If you use chirp software to program it, use the f8hp setting.
Programming methods, setting up a baofeng for tactical use. There is, in most cases, almost no actual difference between the variants, which is very confusing for customers. Baofeng handheld two way radios are well known among amateur radio operators everywhere. How to programme baofeng uv5r driver issues solved youtube. It also cannot track the trunked systems most often associated with p25 digital. Press menu 26 menu enter the offset for 2 meter or 70 cm. Baofeng uv5r dual band two way radio black skip to main content. Compatible with baofeng uv5r series uv5r bff8 gt3, etc before loading any software, you must verify your current firmware release. To start, the computer should be on and the radio should be off.
The programming software is called chirp, and it is freely available online. The baofeng uv5r is an economical dual band uhfvhf amateur radio thats extremely compact. Mac osx and linux users are recommended to use a virtual machine to run the vip windows programming software. And the uv5r is an analogonly radio that cant decode the digital p25 signal used by most public safety agencies. Usb programming cable for baofeng handheld radios also compatible with many kenwood, tyt, and wouxun radios that feature the 2pin speakermicrophone connector. The uv5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen. Baofeng radio programming software download homepage, chirp. The baofeng uv5r is one of the most popular dual band handheld two way. A video i made on how to programme the baofeng uv5r with chirp software and also how to solve usbcom port issues. An exception is the uv5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. I will describe to you how you can use the chirp software and the usb cable to quickly and easily program all 127 channels within 15 to 20.
To find the actual firmware release, you need to run the latest chirp daily build. Im assuming based on the previous posts that i need to take a closer look at the driver situation. There is no option to manual dial to group call, only private call, it is not very clever setup groups only via computer. The programming cable for these radios are sold separately. If installing over a previous version, you must first remove or rename the file. The uv5r features 128 programmable channels with priority channel scanning, dual watch and 1750 hz call tone. Software baofeng uv82 and uv82x series baofeng bff8 and uv5r series. Baofeng has been updating the firmware and not displaying the actual firmware number as described above. For easier initial frequency programming, copy and paste, and importing frequency files from previous radios you may want to consider using the chirp programming software found. Software will not work with the btech uv5x3, the baofeng uv5r3, uv5x mate uv82, bff8 or bff8hp radios.
Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. Vip software is designed for windows operating systems. With 128 channel capacity and up to 12 hours of battery life, the uv5r is a good choice for ham radio operators who need mobility at low cost. Describe your experience with the baofengpofung uv5r and tell us why you give it the rating you did required. Since its introduction the uv5r has seen a massive success.
Usbk4y cable usb to 2pin mic connection programming cable. Models such as the uv3r, uvb6, bff9 and the legendary uv5r are a common staple in the modern ham shack, and with good reason. Browse the specifications and features of latest models of uv5r baofeng radios at baofengradio. Manuals dm5r user manual uv82 user manual uv5r user manual bff8hp user manual uv82hp user manual chirp beginners guide programming software baofeng uv82hp vip programming software baofeng bff8hp vip programming software baofeng uv82 series programming software baofeng bff8 and uv5r series programming softwar. Baofeng introduced the uv5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012. A very fast paced crash course on how to program your baofeng uv5r radio using chirp software.
Rt systems develops the premier software for baofeng uv5r handheld radios. This will require the use of plugging the radio to your computer with a programming cable. How to manually program the baofeng uv5r from the keypad. In the video i do an unboxing and overview of the radio, discuss how to. To purchase a programming cable for your radio, please click here additionally, all baofeng. Rd5r is device with excelent priceperfomance ratio, but i missing those features. Software uv5r ex chirp programming engilsh uv5r ex programming guideline. This is version 2 of the programming software for the uv5r. The new file has been uploaded to the files section and also placed on my web site. Baofeng uv5r plus dual band vhf uhf fm twoway radio fcc 2ajgmuv5r about uv5r plus. Other useful information would include your experience with similar products, infomation on a product that you would purchase instead of this one, and so on. I noticed that the uv5r v2 model comes with an extendable battery, whereas the uv5ra doesnt seem to. Software v2 ed at import communications has gotten a new version of the uv5r programming software.
How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. When using chirp it simply says radio did not ack first command. Ham radio crash course baofeng uv5r family radio programming and settings part 1 duration. Secondly, the needs of users are growing, requirements are increasing and the needs are changing for baofeng uv82 software. Finally got mine programmed today and that worked fine. I found both these radios, and im not sure what the difference is aside from the amazon price tag. First, new technologies are emerging, as a result, the equipment is being improved and that, in turn, requires software changes. If anyone has any luck please post back your results.