While the frequency can be entered in the baofeng uv5r and similar radios by just punching in numbers it is also possible to save it as a channel for easy access at any timesee below. An idiots guide to programming your baofeng uv5r radio by. Uv 5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. Baofeng uv5r manual programming is not difficult, but it requires some practice. There is, in most cases, almost no actual difference between the variants, which is very confusing for customers. Baofeng pofung uv5r f8hp how to determine the radios firmware version. Original baofeng usb programming cable with software cd for uv5r series, bf888s and more. Baofeng handheld two way radios are well known among amateur radio operators everywhere. Programming manually a baofeng radio, especially the model uv 5r is possible using the own keypad of the radio.
We are the authorized distributor of baofeng products. I found a working download link eventually but thought i would post a new link online so others can find it easily. For my money, if i wanted to get more than the bogstandard uv5r id go for the uv5rhx or uv5rtp with upgraded three setting transmitter power. If youre into fixing and breaking things then this article is a must try. Oct 04, 2019 how to manually program a baofeng uv5r. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and softwares for a wide range of our products. Before loading any software, you must verify your current firmware release. Feb 02, 2018 tutorial uso e programmazione radio baofeng uv5r ita hornet airsoft. Since its introduction the uv5r has seen a massive success. Im assuming based on the previous posts that i need to take a closer look at the driver situation. The uv5x is not a bad radio, but to mind its not good enough to beat the uv5r, where the ace is the range and availability of spare batteries. Its a compact, handheld radio capable of transmitting with 4 watts of power across 6174 mhz and 400480 mhz frequencies. The uv5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen.
The bao 5r radio programmer is available for either windows os or mac os. Models such as the uv3r, uvb6, bff9 and the legendary uv5r are a common staple in the modern ham shack, and with good reason. The bao5r radio programmer is available for either windows os or mac os. Original baofeng usb programming cable with software cd for uv 5r series, bf888s and more. How would i make a programming cable to connect to usbserial conversion board ebay ftdi board, size of finger. If youre buying a uv5r in 2020, it is most likely a knockoff made by someone other than baofeng. When using chirp it simply says radio did not ack first command. An exception is the uv5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. Since the uv5r series share the same manufacture programming software and chirp support most of baofeng uv5r models, this programming guidance is a helpful preference to the following model. 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. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software.
Baofeng uv 5r plus had many indepth revisited features. The safest bet for buying an official baofeng is to get the bff8hp from a reputable dealer including btech or baofeng directly. Baofeng uv5r dual band uhfvhf radio transceiver wupgrade version 3800mah battery with earpiece builtin vox function, 6174400480mhz 4. Browse the specifications and features of latest models of uv 5r baofeng radios at baofengradio. 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. Our antivirus analysis shows that this download is safe. Baofeng introduced the uv 5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012. Baofeng uv5r dual band two way radio another plus is the battery life, so far i am on the initial charge and i still have 3 out of 4 bars after 5 days of fairly heavy use. The baofeng uv5r and similar radios are very useful tools. Summary of contents for baofeng uv5r plus page 1 quick users guide to the yellow radio what follows covers basic steps needed to effectively communicate using this radio, specifically. Ok, so maybe it really isnt that easy to program the baofeng uv5r radios. Support windows 7, windows 10, 64 bit original baofeng programming cable compatible with baofeng uv5r5ra5r plus5re5r ex5rx35rtp, uv3r plus, uv82l, bf888s, gt1gt3gt3tpcompatible with radioddity ga2s, ga5scompatible with tyt uv8000e, uv8000d. I have done some modification on my radio and i can say that the continue reading some hardware modifications for baofengs uv5ruv82. Support windows 7, windows 10, 64 bit original baofeng programming cable compatible with baofeng uv 5r 5ra 5r plus 5re 5r ex5rx35rtp, uv3r plus, uv 82l, bf888s, gt1gt3gt3tpcompatible with radioddity ga2s, ga5scompatible with tyt uv8000e, uv8000d.
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. Programming with computer and software is easier, but has its problems. All bf series uv series gt series dm5r plus mobile car radio. The size of the latest downloadable installation package is 2. If you are a vendor and want to have your radio supported by chirp, please see informationforvendors. Note the rough inner edges around the lcd the jagged metal appears to be quite common as can be seen in this publicity picture note ragged finish far left of screen. Baofeng uv5r variants the baofeng uv5r is the basis for many other models. Since its introduction the uv 5r has seen a massive success. I too have a uv 5r and have yet to successfully program it using the baofeng or chirp software s. 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. All bf series uv series gt series dm 5r plus mobile car radio. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio.
Baofeng programming with software uv5r gt3 youtube. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc uv5r. It would certainly explain why the sales of the programming cables has skyrocketed, and the chirp software is so popular. Users have reported that this download is compatible with the indicated operating systems but an x does not necessarily mean it isnt. I noticed that it was very difficult to find a working link to download this software since everybody else was linking to the file hosted on which they had removed. The unit itself has felt solid and performed well, with the stock battery offering days of monitoring and learning worth of charge. Baofeng uv5r family radio programming and settings part 1. 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. Download the free programming software called chirp. The chinese manufactured baofeng pronounced bowfung uv5r series fm transceiver has become a bit of a sensation since it was first released back in 2012.
Program software for baofeng uv5r windows 64 bit vip version. Uv5r the uv5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. Browse the specifications and features of latest models of uv5r baofeng radios at baofengradio. After punching in some frequencies, set the radio up for a tactical operations by. If anyone has any luck please post back your results. If youre buying a uv 5r in 2020, it is most likely a knockoff made by someone other than baofeng. Baofeng is a market leader in its segment and the baofeng uv 5r is. These are not my own but an article found on the internet from dg2iaq and kx3dx.
Programming your baofeng uv5r radio chirp software. Baofeng introduced the uv5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc. Uv 5r the uv 5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. 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. Using chirp software you can generate interesting messages. Sure, it costs just a little more than the uv5r, but it has something the uv5r doesnt, a more rugged and durable housing. Programming software rss for the baofeng uv 5r series of portable radios notes. Here are some hardware modification to improve your baofengs radio performance. Baofeng uv 5r plus is the evolution done in 2014 of the baofeng uv 5r first edition and i was thinking it will be not a surprise. Sure, it costs just a little more than the uv 5r, but it has something the uv 5r doesnt, a more rugged and durable housing. Software will not work with the btech uv5x3, the baofeng uv5r3, uv5x mate uv82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. Unfollow baofeng uv5r plus to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Tutorial uso e programmazione radio baofeng uv5r ita.
I too have a uv5r and have yet to successfully program it using the baofeng or chirp softwares. They can receive and transmit a variety of frequencies including those used by weather radios and the often. An exception is the uv 5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. It also has a real one year manufacturer warranty from tyt, something that baofeng claims to offer, but in most cases makes it all but impossible for the end user to actually.
Which pc or linux software would i use for programming a boefeng uv 5re plus. 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. All information, software, etc is provided in good faith and at your risk. The uv 5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen. Turning the radio on and adjusting the volume, selecting the proper channel for communication, and fundamentals of talking on the radio. Programming manually a baofeng radio, especially the model uv5r is possible using the own keypad of the radio. Nothing really complex, but you have to put some effort to program the baofeng uv 5r. Outdoor radio uv5r iii triband black page 1 baofeng. Load only the software designed for your firmware release.
Software will not work with the btech uv 5x3, the baofeng uv 5r 3, uv 5x mate uv 82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. Some hardware modifications for baofengs uv5ruv82 dw1zws. 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 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. Uv5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. This programming cable also compatible with a wide variety of portable. Tutorial uso e programmazione radio baofeng uv5r ita hornet airsoft. Operating system selection available when adding to cart. I have a couple of baofeng radios uv 5r 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 uv 5r. Aug 29, 2018 in diesem video zeigen wir, wie beim baofeng kanale mit einer software eingespeichert werden. Baofeng uv 5r manual programming is not difficult, but it requires some practice.
Amateur radio stack exchange is a question and answer site for amateur radio enthusiasts. 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. If the display shows bfb229 thru bfb296, that is the firmware revision number and you need go no further. Baofeng uv 5r dual band uhfvhf radio transceiver wupgrade version 3800mah battery with earpiece builtin vox function, 6174400480mhz 4. Personally i never expected too much from baofeng uv 5r plus.
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