The baofeng uv 5r is one of the most popular dual band handheld two way radios on the market worldwide. How to programme baofeng uv5r driver issues solved youtube. Lets program a baofeng uv5r radio with chirp software to get the job done. First thing to do, before any programming, is go to frequency mode, and do a general, one time, setup procedure. 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.
Rt systems radio programming for baofeng handhelds rt systems programming software for baofeng handheld radios allows access to the full functionality of the baofeng radio. 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. How to program a baofeng ham radio with chirp thesmokinape. It is a compact, economical ht that includes a special vhf receive band from 65 108 mhz which includes the regular fm broadcast band. An idiots guide to programming your baofeng uv5r radio by. Im assuming based on the previous posts that i need to take a closer look at the driver situation. Due to the fact that the manufacturer continues to release new versions of the firmware with obscure and hardtotrack changes, this driver may not work with your device. Before loading any software, you must verify your current firmware release.
The baofeng handheld radios are inexpensive but cover many frequencies, making them the swiss army knives of the budget ham radio community. All bf series uv series gt series dm5r plus mobile car radio. Rt systems develops the premier software for baofeng uv5r handheld radios. Baofeng uv5r manual programming is not difficult, but it requires some practice. How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham.
Click go to radio on the menu bar and choose download from radio. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. In october 2018, amazon sold baofengradioddity uv 5r ex handheld ham radios at an extreme discount. Uv 5r the uv 5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. Load only the software designed for your firmware release. Since its introduction the uv5r has seen a massive success. 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. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. The baofeng uv 5r can be programmed both by the keys that are on the radio, and by using software. Baofeng uv 5r manual programming is not difficult, but it requires some practice.
Since its introduction the uv 5r has seen a massive success. In this video i used a uv5re plus but it works the same for any of the uv5r variants. Discussion in amateur radio software started by ka4lec, mar 27, 2012. A wealth of article, faq, drivers, software, advice, etc.
If you are a vendor and want to have your radio supported by chirp, please see informationforvendors. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc. Learn here how to program it using the front panel or using chirp software. Baofeng is a market leader in its segment and the baofeng uv 5r is. Baofeng introduced the uv5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012.
Programming your baofeng uv5r radio chirp software. I too have a uv5r and have yet to successfully program it using the baofeng or chirp softwares. Baofeng introduced the uv 5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012. Here is a great guide to how to manually program the baofeng uv5r, copied below. Program the uv5r in 5 simple steps manual programming can be done in 5 simple steps, once you have the rx code the repeater tx code, listed on, the offset shift, and pl codes both are given on, as well. Click here for manual keypad programming for the uv5r. Any vendor that purchases a large quantity of radios can have a private label and in some cases, firmware version applied to the radio. Rt systems software is all usa based and designed with the editing demands. Programming manually a baofeng radio, especially the model uv 5r is possible using the own keypad of the radio. All bf series uv series gt series dm 5r plus mobile car radio. The a side must be used to program channels into the radio. The baofeng uv5r is the basis for many other models. Nov 05, 2016 just a quick video showing how easy it is to program repeater information into a baofeng ham hand held radio.
Usb 2pins programing cable program software cd for baofeng uv. Baofeng uv5r programming with chirp software or keypad. Download baofeng program zip files into a directory on. The ability to save multiple different configurations for different areas of the country or travel. An exception is the uv5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. Amazons choice for baofeng uv 5r software baofeng programming cable for baofeng uv 5r 5ra 5r plus5re, uv3r plus, bf888s, 5r ex, 5rx3, ga2s 3. The uv5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen. Using the software would be much more beneficial if you needed to. Nothing really complex, but you have to put some effort to program the baofeng uv 5r. Baofeng bff8 and uv 5r series programming software. We recommend the original baofeng uv 5r baofeng uv 5r dual band two way radio black baofeng bff8hp 8watt dual band twoway radio baofeng uv5ra ham two way radio authentic ftdi usb programming cable for kenwood, baofeng, and anytone chirp programming software. All information, software, etc is provided in good faith and at your risk.
Programming baofeng uv9r through communication cable. Compatible with theuv 5r, uv 5r pro, uv 5ra and more. 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. How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham radio. Rt systems programming software for baofeng handheld radios allows access to the full functionality of the baofeng radio.
While the low price makes them a great deal, these radios are not easy to program. Jan 26, 2014 so youve got your baofeng uv 5r and you want to program it. 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. We recommend the original baofeng uv5r baofeng uv5r dual band two way radio black baofeng bff8hp 8watt dual band twoway radio baofeng uv5ra ham two way radio authentic ftdi usb programming cable for kenwood, baofeng, and anytone chirp programming software. Software will not work with the btech uv5x3, the baofeng uv5r3, uv5x mate uv82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. In october 2018, amazon sold baofengradioddity uv5r ex handheld ham radios at an extreme discount.
The program automatically detects the devices connected to your computer and it allows you to analyze the data received from the radios. Follow these instructions to program your uv5r ex to use the slvarc repeater. Choose the programmer that corresponds with your radio model and be ready for your initial setup in just minutes. Just a quick video showing how easy it is to program repeater information into a baofeng ham hand held radio.
There is, in most cases, almost no actual difference between the variants, which is very confusing for customers. Programming with computer and software is easier, but has its problems. To verify the connection, run the chirp programming software. Program the uv 5r in 5 simple steps manual programming can be done in 5 simple steps, once you have the rx code the repeater tx code, listed on, the offset shift, and pl codes both are given on, as well. Programming manually a baofeng radio, especially the model uv5r is possible using the own keypad of the.
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. Extra pack mirkit baofengradio uv 5r mk5 8 watt mp max power with 3800 mah, handheld speaker mic, baofeng programming cable and software extended kit 4. Try to open the program and it would just flash off and on on the screen for a bit, then it would come up with a message that the program wasnt working. How to program the baofeng uv5r tin hat ranch youtube. Downloaded the software form the baofeng web site and the software from here. I suggest that anyone having any version of the baofeng uv5r join the baofeng uv5r news group. So youve got your baofeng uv5r and you want to program it. If you are running the blb app on an apple device that is using ios 6. How to manually program the baofeng uv5r from the keypad. Usb 2pins programing cable program software cd for baofeng. In this video i used a uv 5re plus but it works the same for any of the uv 5r variants. 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. The baofeng uv5r can be programmed both by the keys that are on the radio, and by using software. The bao5r radio programmer is available for either windows os or mac os.
Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc uv5r. Aug 01, 2019 this includes a simple instruction manual and a software application to help program it to your computer. A video i made on how to programme the baofeng uv5r with chirp software. Rt systems bao5r programming software and usbk4y cable for the baofengpofung uv5r and uv5ra. Extra pack mirkit baofengradio uv5r mk5 8 watt mp max power with 3800 mah, handheld speaker mic, baofeng programming cable and software extended kit 4. Vip software is designed for windows operating systems. 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.
The program should download the frequencies from the radio. Software will not work with the btech uv 5x3, the baofeng uv 5r 3, uv 5x mate uv 82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. Program software for baofeng uv 5r windows 64 bit vip version. Usb 2 pins programing cable program software cd for baofeng. The rt systems programmer for that model addresses the firware versions from within one programmer. Mac osx and linux users are recommended to use a virtual machine to run the vip windows programming software. Operating system selection available when adding to cart. How to program baofeng uv5r series with programming software. The bao 5r radio programmer is available for either windows os or mac os.
Chirp is a good solution for you, provided you have a programming cable and time to input the data in 128 channels manually. Bff8hp vip programming software baofeng uv82 and uv82x series baofeng bff8 and uv5r series. Uv5r the uv5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. 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. Ok, so maybe it really isnt that easy to program the baofeng uv5r radios. Baofeng radio programming software download homepage, chirp programming software, oem baofeng vip software. 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. Chirp software is used to program the uv5r, and its available online. Since the uv5r series share the same manufacture programming software and chirp support most of baofeng uv5r models, this. Nov 30, 2019 here is a great guide to how to manually program the baofeng uv 5r, copied below.
Thus far and to the best knowledge of the author, no uv5r radios have been harmed by using chirp. It would certainly explain why the sales of the programming cables has skyrocketed, and the chirp software is so popular. Detailed instructions for programming a baofeng uv5r with chirp and a programming cable. Download and install usb cable driver software for windows xp, 2000, win98. An exception is the uv 5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. When using chirp it simply says radio did not ack first command. The baofeng uv 5r is the basis for many other models. Follow these instructions to program your uv 5r ex to use the slvarc repeater. 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.
The baofeng uv5r is one of the most popular dual band handheld two way radios on the market worldwide. This includes a simple instruction manual and a software application to help program it to your 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. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and softwares for a wide range of our products. The uv 5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen. Featuring the 2pin speakermicrophone connection common among kenwood, baofeng, tyt, and wouxun radios, this cable can be used to program radios from many different manufacturers. If anyone has any luck please post back your results. The ability to program different frequency, repeater, and power configurations from your computer. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. Amazons choice for baofeng uv5r software baofeng programming cable for baofeng uv5r5ra5r plus5re, uv3r plus, bf888s, 5r ex, 5rx3, ga2s 3. Program software for baofeng uv5r windows 64 bit vip version. Usb 2 pins programing cable program software cd for.
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