Jul 24, 2015 a video i made on how to programme the baofeng uv 5r with chirp software and also how to solve usbcom port issues. Baofeng is a market leader in its segment and the baofeng uv 5r is. 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. Baofeng uv5r programming with chirp software or keypad. Users have reported that this download is compatible with the indicated operating systems but an x. Programming your baofeng uv5r radio chirp software. Programming the baofeng uv5r for common frequencies.
The baofeng handheld radios are inexpensive but cover many frequencies, making them the swiss army knives of the budget ham radio community. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. Saving a memory to a channel requires that the channel is empty to start with. The bao 5r radio programmer is available for either windows os or mac os. An exception is the uv 5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas.
Baofeng handheld btech mobile radio programming software. I know this has been done to death but alot of people still ask me. If you do not have empty channels, follow the steps to delete the channel you wish to use to save the frequency into. Baofeng bff8 and uv 5r series programming software.
Baofeng uv6r dual band twoway radio discontinued radioddity. Original baofeng usb programming cable with software cd for uv 5r series, bf888s and more. Uv5r the uv5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. An idiots guide to programming your baofeng uv5r radio by w7dtg. Baofeng uv 5r dual band vhfuhf handheld tranceiver. Aug 01, 2019 the baofeng uv5r is a popular twoband radio worldwide. To find the actual firmware release, you need to run the. Compatible with baofeng uv 5r series uv5r bff8 gt3, etc before. The program automatically detects the devices connected to your computer and it allows you to analyze the data received from the radios.
Baofeng uv5r dual band vhfuhf analog portable twoway radio. This baofeng uv 5r battery can work with original baofeng liion charger and can be used as backup. Turn on your radio and wait for radio activity to stop if any this may take several seconds. Baofeng uv 5r manual programming is not difficult, but it requires some practice. To the best of our knowledge, this software is correct. We will not be responsible for damage caused by improper loading or use of radio outside its factory. How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham.
Baofeng x radioddity uv5r ex dual band 5w fm radio. Gt890 variant of qyt kt8900 standard horizon see yaesu surecom. How to program baofeng uv5r series with programming software. How to programme baofeng uv5r driver issues solved. The baofeng uv 5r is the basis for many other models. The uv 5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen. Sep 29, 2019 a lot of people claim that their radio is still in good condition and works well after weeks and weeks of regular use. A video i made on how to programme the baofeng uv5r with chirp software and also how to solve usbcom port issues. 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. Rt systems develops the premier software for baofeng uv5r handheld radios. This radio has uv 5r 3 on the lfront or uv 5r iii on the label under the battery and a band button on its face which when pressed, toggles between a 2m, 220mhz and 440mhz vfo. Browse the specifications and features of latest models of uv 5r baofeng radios at baofengradio. Its a compact, handheld radio capable of transmitting with 4 watts of power across 6174 mhz and 400480 mhz frequencies. 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.
The size of the latest downloadable installation package is 2. Baofeng radio us the official baofeng us distributor. Were going to program a baofeng radio with chirp software. Nothing really complex, but you have to put some effort to program the baofeng uv 5r how to manually program the baofeng uv 5r from the comfort of your keypad. Nothing really complex, but you have to put some effort to program the baofeng uv 5r. Uv5r chirp software programming process 1 open the chirp software latest version, click download from radio under radio 2 select the corresponding cable driver port, and select model uv5rx under vendor baofeng, then click ok to read the radio. Baofeng uv 5r handheld dualband tranceiver baofeng uv 5r pofung uv 5r tranceiver. However, since you are manually programming, you cannot do to much damage to the radio from. Software will not work with the btech uv 5x3, the baofeng uv 5r 3, uv 5x mate uv 82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. Baofeng uv 9r 8w 6174400520mhz vhfuhf dual band dustproof waterproof ip67 transceiver walkie talkie two way radio. Models such as the uv 3r, uv b6, bff9 and the legendary uv 5r are a common staple in the modern ham shack, and with good reason.
The baofeng uv5r is a compact hand held transceiver providing 4 watts in the frequency range of 6174 mhz and 400480mhz 520mhz later versions. Baofeng usb programming cable for baofeng uv 5r,bff8hp, bf888s, uv 82hp,gt3 handheld ham radio transceiver ham two way radio with driver cd 4. A wealth of article, faq, drivers, software, advice, etc. Operating system selection available when adding to cart. There is, in most cases, almost no actual difference between the variants, which is very confusing for customers. Programming software rss for the baofeng uv 5r series of portable radios notes. Programming manually a baofeng radio, especially the model uv 5r is possible using the own keypad of the radio. Since the uv 5r series share the same manufacture programming software and chirp support most of baofeng uv 5r models, this programming guidance is a helpful preference to the following model. Any vendor that purchases a large quantity of radios can have a private label and in some cases, firmware version applied to the radio. Its extremely compact, feature packed, and extremely affordable, or, to put it bluntly, its really, really cheap.
With your radio turned off, connect your radio to your computer using the baofeng uv 5r programming cable. We are the authorized distributor of baofeng products. If the display shows bfb229 thru bfb296, that is the firmware revision number and you need go no further. Return to chirp and click the radio menu and choose download from radio 6. The bao uv5r has made quite a few noticeable improvements over the uv5ra model. The baofeng uv 5r can be programmed both by the keys that are on the radio, and by using software. Baofeng uv 5r 65108 mhz dualband ham radio black 4.
Install chirp for baofeng uv5r on linux or win10 one. Baofeng x radioddity uv5rx3 triband walkie talkie 6. They can receive and transmit a variety of frequencies including those used by weather radios and the often. 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. Our antivirus analysis shows that this download is safe. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and softwares for a wide range of our products. Product was successfully added to your shopping cart. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc uv5r.
Then you can check the settings you modified after reboot the radio. If you are a vendor and want to have your radio supported by chirp, please see informationforvendors. 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. Page 1 baofeng uv 5r stepbystep programming guide also applies to uv 5ra, uv 5x3, uv 5rax, gt3, bff8, bff9 noji ratzlaff set the radio to communicate with a repeater at 146. Whats baofeng uv 5rx3 the best ht is the one that balances cost, functionality, and reliability. 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. Programming with computer and software is easier, but has its problems. Baofeng radio us is the authorized distributor of baofeng products, introducing new range of baofeng radios. Baofeng introduced the uv 5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012.
Given that these are all determined by the users requirements, radioddity has been listening to customers voices and finally came out this uv 5rx3 with baofeng. The baofeng uv 5r and similar radios are very useful tools. What is the best baofeng radio you can find in 2020. Click here for manual keypad programming for the uv5r. The baofeng uv 5r is one of the most popular and prolific handheld two way radios in the world.
Uv5r, uv6r, gt3 info miklor radio information site. Uv5r radio software rt systems radio programming software. Jan 12, 20 i suggest that anyone having any version of the baofeng uv 5r join the baofeng uv 5r news group. Rt systems software is all usa based and designed with the editing demands. 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. Why the radio was setup this way i dont know, but that is one of the peculiarities of the baofeng uv 5r radios and why most people opt for the usb programming cable.
Rt systems software is all usa based and designed with the editing demands of the american ham to take full advantage of this site, please enable your browsers javascript feature. A 150450 model can not be made to operate on 150220. Program software for baofeng uv 5r windows 64 bit vip version. Baofeng original programming cable and software cd for uv 5r. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. How to programme baofeng uv5r driver issues solved youtube. It is a compact, economical ht that includes a special vhf receive band from 65 108 mhz which includes the regular fm broadcast band. Uv 5r the uv 5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. 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. A video i made on how to programme the baofeng uv 5r with chirp software and also how to solve usbcom port issues. The baofeng uv5r can be programmed both by the keys that are on the radio, and by using software. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. All bf series uv series gt series dm 5r plus mobile car radio. Outdoor radio uv5r iii triband black page 1 baofeng.
Baofeng handheld two way radios are well known among amateur radio operators everywhere. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc. Baofeng has been updating the firmware and not displaying the actual firmware number as described above. Baofeng uv5r manual programming is not difficult, but it requires some practice. All information, software, etc is provided in good faith and at your risk. Using the software would be much more beneficial if you needed to. Your question may be answered by sellers, manufacturers, or customers. Baofeng uv 9r 8w 6174400520mhz vhfuhf dual band dustproof. Uv 5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. Compatible with theuv 5r, uv 5r pro, uv 5ra and more. Click here for manual keypad programming for the uv 5r. The radio is dual band vhfuhf, 6174400520mhz, 5 watt and has 128 memory channels which can be alpha tagged.
How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham radio. The baofeng uv 5r is a popular twoband radio worldwide. Baofeng uv5r variants the baofeng uv5r is the basis for many other models. Since its introduction the uv 5r has seen a massive success.
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