Ftdi genuine usb programming cable for btech, baofeng, kenwood, and anytone radio. For many users who are new to programming portables, it is also one of the most challenging to program, primarily due to a poorly written user manual and an all but complete lack of support from its manufacturer. I have a couple of baofeng radios uv5r and bf888s along with a couple of older fdc radios 150a and 450a and recently tried to program in the uk pmr446 channels for receive only on the uv5r. Baofeng uv5r dual band vhfuhf analog portable twoway radio. The bao uv 5r has made quite a few noticeable improvements over the uv 5ra model. Programming your baofeng uv5r radio chirp software. In todays market, the baofeng uv5r is considered as one of the most popular choices when it comes to dualband handheld twoway radios. The uv5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen. So youve got your baofeng uv5r and you want to program it. Baofeng radio programming software download homepage, chirp programming software, oem baofeng vip software.
Nothing really complex, but you have to put some effort to program the baofeng uv 5r. This includes the maximum range, which was increased from 0. Software will not work with the btech uv5x3, the baofeng uv5r3, uv5x mate uv82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. When using chirp it simply says radio did not ack first command. Listening to astronauts on the iss with a baofeng uv5r duration. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc. The baofeng uv5r is one of the most economical options you will find on the market. Discussion in amateur radio software started by ka4lec, mar 27. Tyt md380 uhf tier ii dmr digital two way radio free tyt. The program should download the frequencies from the radio. Baofeng uv5r manual programming is not difficult, but it requires some practice. Baofeng radio canada genuine baofeng radios free shipping. Baofeng uv 5r manual programming is not difficult, but it requires some practice.
Click here for manual keypad programming for the uv5r. It is a compact, economical ht that includes a special vhf receive band from 65 108 mhz which includes the. Baofeng uv5r firmware release upgrades recorded by jim kc9hi updated june 2016. How to manually program the baofeng uv5r from the keypad. Learn here how to program it using the front panel or using chirp software. All information, software, etc is provided in good faith and at your risk. Uv 5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. In this post well show you some simple manual programming using the keypad on the baofeng uv5r.
An exception is the uv5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. Uv 5r the uv 5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. Baofeng programming software freeware free download. The more you learn about this product, the easier it will be for you to make the right decision. And the uv 5r is an analogonly radio that cant decode the digital p25 signal used by most public safety agencies. An exception is the uv 5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. Due to the wide variety of baofeng uv 5r firmware versions, be sure you are using the correct one for your radio, either chirp, baofeng oem or baofeng vip or you will end up with a non working radio. Baofeng programming with software uv5r gt3 youtube. Works with windows 7 32 and 64 bit, windows 8 or 8. Due to the wide variety of baofeng uv5r firmware versions, be sure you are using the correct one for your radio, either chirp, baofeng oem or baofeng vip or you will end up with a non working radio. Were going to program a baofeng radio with chirp software. We are the authorized distributor of baofeng products. The baofeng uv5r and similar radios are very useful tools. I too have a uv5r and have yet to successfully program it using the baofeng or chirp softwares.
I noted all the options for turning off ctcss and dcs tones in the software i used chirp and progammed the frequencies with no problems. Baofeng is the uv6r programming cable the same as the uv5r. Works only with the rt systems usbk4y cable as shown below. Baofeng uv5r programming with chirp for radio newbies duration. If youre buying a uv5r in 2020, it is most likely a knockoff made by someone other than baofeng. Original baofeng usb programming cable with software cd for uv5r series, bf888s and more. Nothing really complex, but you have to put some effort to program the baofeng uv5r how to manually program the baofeng uv5r from the comfort of your keypad. The baofeng uv5r is a compact hand held transceiver providing 4 watts in the frequency range of 6174 mhz and 400480mhz 520mhz later versions. The baofeng uv 5r is one of the most popular dual band handheld two way radios on the market worldwide. The radio is dual band vhfuhf, 6174400520mhz, 5 watt and has 128 memory channels which can be alpha tagged.
Baofeng uv5r programming with chirp software or keypad. Browse the specifications and features of latest models of uv5r baofeng radios at baofengradio. Any vendor that purchases a large quantity of radios can have a private label and in some cases, firmware version applied to the radio. This programming cable also compatible with a wide variety of portable. Program software for baofeng uv5r windows 64 bit vip version. Choose the com port number for the usb cable, the vendor baofeng and the model of the radio such as the uv 5r from the drop down lists in the popup box. Baofeng is a market leader in its segment and the baofeng uv 5r is. There is, in most cases, almost no actual difference between the variants, which is very confusing for customers.
And that doesnt come as a surprise, considering how compact, affordable, and feature. Our antivirus analysis shows that this download is safe. Programming the baofeng uv5r for common frequencies. Programming with computer and software is easier, but has its problems. Baofeng programming software freeware free download baofeng. If youre buying a uv 5r in 2020, it is most likely a knockoff made by someone other than baofeng. Its a compact, handheld radio capable of transmitting with 4 watts of power across 6174 mhz and 400480 mhz frequencies. Baofeng walkie talkie uv 5r dual band two way radio with one more 1800mah uv5r battery one hand mic and one tidradio 771 antenna baofeng radio ham radio 4. Choose the com port number for the usb cable, the vendor baofeng and the model of the radio such as the uv5r from the drop down lists in the popup box. If anyone has any luck please post back your results. Programming manually a baofeng radio, especially the model uv 5r is possible using the own keypad of the radio.
The following have been recorded based on factory firmware revisions. Aug 01, 2019 the baofeng uv5r is a popular twoband radio worldwide. The uv5r is the base model for a lot of variants, so this page will apply to many more people than just those with that specific badge on their radio. Get a scanner, and youll be able to hear the digital signals and there is no possibility of accidentally transmitting and getting into trouble. The uv 5r also gives you frequency options that the other one does not, including murs and gmrs. A pair 2 pcs baofeng ct9frs family frequency service frs radio, ic certified. The safest bet for buying an official baofeng is to get the bff8hp from a reputable dealer including btech or baofeng directly. The baofeng uv 5r is a compact hand held transceiver providing 4 watts in the frequency range of 6174 mhz and 400480mhz 520mhz later versions. Baofeng information site, pofung uv5r uvb5, uv82, ham radio. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. Baofeng uv 5r dual band uhfvhf radio transceiver wupgrade version 3800mah battery with earpiece builtin vox function, 6174400480mhz 4. Bfb229 tonfa uv985 the earliest known firmware bfb230 vhf band limit 6 mhz 174 mhz uhf band limit 400 mhz 480 mhz. All bf series uv series gt series dm5r plus mobile car radio. This is the baofeng original programming usb cable which will allow you connect the radio directly to a computer or a laptop, provide efficient and stable transmission of information.
And the uv5r is an analogonly radio that cant decode the digital p25 signal used by most public safety agencies. All bf series uv series gt series dm 5r plus mobile car radio. Some hardware modifications for baofengs uv5ruv82 dw1zws. Load only the software designed for your firmware release.
For users that are new to portable programming, its difficult to program, due to a lack of baofengs support and because of its poorly written user manual. Program software for baofeng uv 5r windows 64 bit vip version. It also cannot track the trunked systems most often associated with p25 digital. I have done some modification on my radio and i can say that the continue reading some hardware modifications for baofengs uv5ruv82. The uv 5r is a cheap but decent chinese tranceiver that is sold for the ultralow price of around 30 usd 25 eur. Uv5r the uv5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. These are not my own but an article found on the internet from dg2iaq and kx3dx. The baofeng handheld radios are inexpensive but cover many frequencies, making them the swiss army knives of the budget ham radio community. For many users who are new to programming portables, it is also one of the most challenging to program, primarily due to a poorly written user manual and an all but complete lack of support from its manufacturer, baofeng.
Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and softwares for a wide range of our products. Ham radio crash course baofeng uv5r family radio programming and settings part 1 duration. They can receive and transmit a variety of frequencies including those used by weather radios and the often. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc uv5r. Part 90 hand held transceiver providing 4 watts in the frequency range of 6174 mhz and 400480 mhz. How to program the baofeng uv5r for survival communications. Baofeng uv5r dual band uhfvhf radio transceiver wupgrade version 3800mah battery with earpiece builtin vox function, 6174400480mhz 4. Uv5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants.
To verify the connection, run the chirp programming software. This driver will work with the uv3r and uv5r programming software so you dont need 2 separate drivers for the 2 radios. Tutorial uso e programmazione radio baofeng uv5r ita. The size of the latest downloadable installation package is 2. How to programme baofeng uv5r driver issues solved youtube. Click go to radio on the menu bar and choose download from radio. Rt systems bao5r3 software software program memories and other setting of the baofeng uv5r3 radio. Aug 29, 2018 in diesem video zeigen wir, wie beim baofeng kanale mit einer software eingespeichert werden. If youre into fixing and breaking things then this article is a must try.
If you are looking for a twoway radio that is inexpensive but still delivers the goods, this one is a great choice. Baofeng walkie talkie uv5r dual band two way radio with one more 1800mah uv5r battery one hand mic and one tidradio 771 antenna baofeng radio ham radio 4. Together with the scanning capabilities, this makes the uv 5r also a basic. If you are running the blb app on an apple device that is using ios 6. A video i made on how to programme the baofeng uv5r with chirp software and also how to solve usbcom port issues. Install chirp for baofeng uv5r on linux or win10 one. Feature a dual watch and dual reception is supported. Baofeng programming software freeware rapid sequencer programming software v. Baofeng uv5r handheld dualband tranceiver baofeng uv5r pofung uv5r tranceiver. The baofeng uv5r is a compact hand held dual band, radio transceiver providing 4 watts output in the range of 6174 mhz and 400480 mhz it is a compact, economical ht that includes a special vhf receive band from 65 108 mhz which includes the regular fm broadcast band. Im assuming based on the previous posts that i need to take a closer look at the driver situation. It is a compact, economical ht that includes a special vhf receive band from 65 108 mhz which includes the regular fm broadcast band.
Rt systems bao 5r 3 software software program memories and other setting of the baofeng uv 5r 3 radio. Bff8hp vip programming software baofeng uv82 and uv82x series baofeng bff8 and uv5r series. Baofeng introduced the uv5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012. Jan 31, 2018 baofeng uv 5r pofung uv 5r tranceiver. Baofeng uv5r variants the baofeng uv5r is the basis for many other models. Since its introduction the uv5r has seen a massive success. The only cable i recommend to program a baofeng is this one s. Feb 02, 2018 ham radio crash course baofeng uv5r family radio programming and settings part 1 duration. Browse the specifications and features of latest models of uv 5r baofeng radios at baofengradio. Software will not work with the btech uv 5x3, the baofeng uv 5r 3, uv 5x mate uv 82, bff8 or bff8hp radios.