Download and install usb cable driver software for windows xp, 2000. Question about programming the baofeng uv 5r with chirp i am new here, and i just got my baofeng uv5r in the mail, i think the cable is a fake im not sure, i got. Uv 5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. Bao5r programming software only for the baofeng uv5r ht. To find and install the baofeng usb programming cable driver and programming software correctly, follow the instructions below.
Program software for baofeng uv5r windows 64 bit vip version. Programming frequencies via software is easier and more flexible. Ok, so maybe it really isnt that easy to program the baofeng uv5r radios. Easy to program some basic settings via keypad or connect with pc. Customize your operation with channels, programmable buttons, and more. The baofeng uv5r is a great cheap little radio, but its notoriously difficult to use, with poor documentation. Set your display to frequency mode from channel mode. The baofeng uv5r can be programmed both by the keys that are on the radio, and by using software. Jun 02, 20 the uv 5r plus qualette series is the newest edition to the baofeng family. The triangle to the left of the frequencies will be on the top line and pointing up. An idiots guide to programming your baofeng uv5r radio by.
Spreadsheet layout with many point and click options. Programming the baofeng uv 5r programming the baofeng uv 5r. Turning the radio on and adjusting the volume, selecting the proper channel for communication, and fundamentals of talking on the radio. 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. The uv 5r has forty menu items, i have only covered the critical ones to ensure successful manual programming. I downloaded the latest version direct from baofeng the version of software that im using is called baofeng uvb5 v1. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc.
The baofeng handheld radios are inexpensive but cover many frequencies, making them the swiss army knives of the budget ham radio community. Baofeng radio programming software download homepage, chirp programming software, oem baofeng vip software. We are the authorized distributor of baofeng products. Included is a 21cm dual band antenna, a considerable improvement over the original uv5r antenna. It would certainly explain why the sales of the programming cables has skyrocketed, and the chirp software is so popular. Baofeng uv5r plus uhfvhf dual band amateur radio handheld radio complete with durable metal shell, updated and fashionable frame, more robust than uv5r compatible with uv5r 3800mah extended batteries as well as other 5r series accessories. How to programme baofeng uv5r driver issues solved youtube. These variants have no differences from the uv5r besides their cosmetic design along with the possible removal of the band key no longer required in gen.
Uv 5r the uv 5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. Baofeng packages the dm5r dmr radio with everything you need to get going. Baofeng uv5r variants the baofeng uv5r is the basis for many other models. Baofeng introduced the uv 5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012. Usb programming cable fit baofeng gt3 uv5r plus uv5r bf888s uv82 l us stock. Before loading any software, you must verify your current firmware release. Simplex direct radio to radio manual programming what you. Browse the specifications and features of latest models of uv5r baofeng radios at baofengradio. Choose the com port number for the usb cable, the vendor baofeng and the model of the radio such as uv5r from the drop down lists in. To find the actual firmware release, you need to run the latest chirp daily build. The baofeng uv5r and similar radios are very useful tools. Discover clearance sale on baofeng plus 5r plus we carry wide range of baofeng plus 5r plus.
Here are some tips and resources ive found to help me use them. For users that are new to portable programming, its difficult to program, due to a lack of baofeng s support and because of its poorly written user manual. Click here for manual keypad programming for the uv5r. Baofeng uv5r plus qualette two way radio imperial yellow. An exception is the uv 5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. For connecting the radio to the pc i used this generic, cheap kenwoodstyle serial cable. Baofeng programming software freeware free download. Baofeng programming cable for baofeng uv5r5ra5r plus5re, uv3r plus, bf888s, 5r 3. Programming your baofeng uv5r radio chirp software. 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.
Metallic upgraded, more enhanced construction and features than previous uv 5r and uv 5ra. Baofeng uv5r manual programming is not difficult, but it requires some practice. Baofeng uvb5 b6 programming software for windows this software has been made available as a courtesy to our readers. How would i make a programming cable to connect to usbserial conversion board ebay ftdi board, size of finger.
Baofeng uv5r plus 2m70cm band vhf uhf handheld ham. Compatible with uv 5r 3800mah extended batteries as well as other 5r series accessories. Baofeng radio us is the authorized distributor of baofeng products, introducing new range of baofeng radios. Bao5r programming software and usbk4y cable for the baofeng pofung uv5r and uv5ra includes. Baofeng uv6r dual band twoway radio discontinued radioddity. All information, software, etc is provided in good faith and at your risk. Programming the baofeng uv5r for common frequencies. Baofeng introduced the uv5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012.
Programming baofeng uv9r through communication cable. Manually programing your baofeng uv5ra dual band transceiver. Programming software rss for the baofeng uv6 and uv7 series of portable radios. Rt systems bao 5r programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the baofeng uv 5r radios in many variations click here for more information on the windows version and general details of how the programmers work on either operating system. Any vendor that purchases a large quantity of radios can have a private label and in some cases, firmware version applied to the radio. Baofeng uv5r plus two way radio 5 colors dual band 41w. So before you start your software plug the usb programming cable into your computer and the other end into you radio, then run the soft then, make sure the volume switch is up full.
Baofeng uv 5r plus is a microminiature multiband fm transceiver with extensive receive frequency coverage, providing localarea twoway amateur communications along with unmatched monitoring capability. As its designed for commercial and pmr use in addition to amateur radio, theres nothing to stop it from transmitting outside of any particular band so care needs to be taken when programming the. Programming manually a baofeng radio, especially the model uv5r is possible using the own keypad of the radio. For me, the software supplied on the cd was useless. The baofeng uv5r is one of the most popular dual band handheld two way radios on the market worldwide.
Our antivirus analysis shows that this download is safe. Push orange vm button if necessary to enter frequency vfo mode no channel number is shown if voice mode is on the radio will announce. Jun 03, 20 the assembly and programming process was seamingly painless, and the voice activation allows for easy navigation through all menu items. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc uv5r. Its a compact, handheld radio capable of transmitting with 4 watts of power across 6174 mhz and 400480 mhz frequencies. The uv 5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen. The baofeng uv5r is a popular twoband radio worldwide. Since you may be a new ham or a long absent ham, like me, you probably dont know what repeaters are in your local area. 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. Light weight and versatile, full hd color led display, exquisite and clarity. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. Baofeng has been updating the firmware and not displaying the actual firmware number as described above. There is, in most cases, almost no actual difference between the variants, which is very confusing for customers. On that same radio menu i mentioned above, you can import data from various repeater directories i use repeaterbook right into the baofeng uv5r.
Baofeng programming software freeware rapid sequencer programming software v. Read the current configuration from the radio for editing or start from scratch in a new file. To the best of our knowledge, this software is correct. Now, from the baofeng programming software, go into com port and set the correct com port. Hi chuck, i found the same thing until i plugged in the usb programming cable in to the computer, the uv 5r software does exactly the same thing. Bao5r3 software and usbk4y cable software program memories and other setting of the baofeng uv5r3 triband ht radios. Vip software is designed for windows operating systems. A video i made on how to programme the baofeng uv5r with chirp software and also how to solve usbcom port issues. I fired up my windows 7 machine to use the recommended vip programming software and it didnt recognise the usb programming cable.
Install chirp for baofeng uv5r on windows 10 and linux usb to serial programming cable usb programming cable. 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. Programming software does not support macos system, but. One feature available with the affordably priced baofeng uv5r plus twoway ham radio is its ability to utilize more frequencies than other amateur radios. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. 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 above. 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. Programming software for windows compatible with baofeng uv5r series uv5r bff8 gt3, etc before loading any software, you must verify your current firmware release. Aug 02, 2017 there are several cosmetic variants of the baofeng uv5r. No channel listed to the right of the display vfomr 2. This little dual band plus broadcast band transceiver is amazing value for money. Baofeng uv5r programming with chirp software or keypad. The assembly and programming process was seamingly painless, and the voice activation allows for easy navigation through all menu items.
Mar 28, 2015 chirp downloading the uv5r2s configuration. Uv5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. Under the device menu option, there is the option to read from, or write to, your little baofeng radio. Mac osx and linux users are recommended to use a virtual machine to run the vip windows programming software.
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. Twoway radios free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Programming gb3da repeater into the baofeng uvb6 essex ham. Since its introduction the uv 5r has seen a massive success. Baofeng plus 5r plus cheap, baofeng plus 5r plus wholesale. Baofeng uv 5r plus qualette two way radio royal blue. Were going to program a baof eng radio with chirp software. I hope this information helps other radio amateurs understand and successfully program the baofeng uv 5r. Manually programing your baofeng uv5ra dual band transceiver by bob peterson ke7rap, randall jones ae7rj and jack tiley ad7fo 1. Using chirp software you can generate interesting messages. Original baofeng usb programming cable with software cd for uv5r series, bf888s and more.
This works for all firmware versions, but tdr must be set to off on firmware versions bfb251 and lower. A 2000 mah battery, again an improvement over the stock uv5r battery. An idiots guide to programming your baofeng uv5r radio. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface. It was then that i realised that the baofeng programming software that i had used to program my uv 5 would not work with the later model. 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. How to manually program the baofeng uv5r from the keypad. Programming baofeng uv9r through communication cable i bought a couple of baofeng uv9r radios with a computer communication cable, but i could not find instructions on how to program the radios from a computer. You might for example just program the radio using the keys if you need to enter just a few memories or you are out in the field with no access to programming software or cables. The uv5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen. Baofeng original programming cable and software cd for uv 5r series, uv 82 series and more. The size of the latest downloadable installation package is 2. 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.
Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and softwares for a wide range of our products. Rt systems software is all usa based and designed with the editing demands. Works with windows 7 32 and 64 bit, windows 8 and 8. Baofeng uv5r 8w tripower walkiestalkie uhfvhf 128ch. Jan, 2014 the original uv 5r, introduced few years ago revolutionized the handheld ham radio transceiver market due to low cost and usefulness.
Software will not work with the btech uv 5x3, the baofeng uv 5r 3, uv 5x mate uv 82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. We will not be responsible for damage caused by improper loading. Rt systems develops the premier software for baofeng uv5r handheld radios. Radioddity is the place to go for all your amateur, business and freelicense radio needs. How to program baofeng uv5r series with programming software. Metallic upgraded, more enhanced construction and features than previous uv5r and uv5ra. You can program your baofeng uv5r exactly how you want it. 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. Programming your baofeng uv5r radio simplex direct radio to radio manual programming what you 1. Not to mention that the bright yellow design is sure to. Buy baofeng uv5r plus qualette two way radio imperial yellow.
How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. I sent the windows 7 64 bit usb to serial driver plus the. Programming with computer and software is easier, but has its problems. Since its introduction the uv5r has seen a massive success. 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. Ive bought an uv5r qualette model nearly three years ago for marine. Question about programming the baofeng uv5r with chirp. For example, the baofeng uv 5r plus can be used on the frs and gmrs frequencies.
Which pc or linux software would i use for programming a boefeng uv 5re plus. Compatible with uv5r 3800mah extended batteries as well as other 5r series accessories. Baofeng radio us the official baofeng us distributor. How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham.
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