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. 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. 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. Rt systems develops the premier software for baofeng uv5r handheld radios. I dont recommend this unless you have no option to program with a computer and the rt systems software. The baofeng tech company stocks went up to 4200% in less than 50 days. He highlights the basic functions of the baofeng uv5ra and how to get set up for monitoring your local frequencies. This is the same as apple shares but on a period of 11 years. How to programme baofeng uv5r driver issues solved youtube. These simple steps are easy to memorize, but if we dont use it often, having a tip sheet will help. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc. But i still like and use the standardupgraded baofeng software found on the site. This version of chirp software will work with the baofeng uv 5r. How to manually program the baofeng uv5r from the keypad.
Waterproof dual band ht programming software i recently bought this radio to test out, and im quite pleased by it. Extremely popular, the baofeng is a compact, handheld radio capable of transmitting with 4 watts of power across 6174 mhz and 400480 mhz frequencies. 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. Using baofeng uv5r as a radio scanner with chirp one. Uv 5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. For optimum battery efficiency, cycle the battery at least three times before regular use. Now, from the baofeng programming software, go into com port and set the correct com port. So far ive listened in on one net, just enough to pique my interest. The program should download the frequencies from the radio.
Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and softwares for a wide range of our products. Were going to program a baofeng radio with chirp software. How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham. Program the baofeng uv5ra by and for new gmrs license.
Baofeng uv5r programming software setting up to application. Rt systems software is all usa based and designed with the editing demands. Browse the specifications and features of latest models of uv 5r baofeng radios at baofengradio. Baofeng programming software freeware free download. Rt systems bao5r programming software and usbk4y cable for the baofengpofung uv5r and uv5ra. Programming the very affordable baofeng uv5r also available as pofung uv5r dual band mobile radio can be quite complicated. Program the baofeng uv 5ra by and for new gmrs license holder.
We will not be responsible for damage caused by improper loading. Baofeng radio programming software download homepage, chirp programming software, oem baofeng vip software. Baofeng uv 5r, overview, as you slide the battery downward. To verify the connection, run the chirp programming software. Even though it is for a uv 3r, the device driver is the same for the 3 and 5. If you are a vendor and want to have your radio supported by chirp, please see informationforvendors. Vip software is designed for windows operating systems. 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.
Btech uv2501 and uv5001 squelch engineer software btech. A video i made on how to programme the baofeng uv5r with chirp software and also how to solve usbcom port issues. Baofeng radio programming software download homepage, chirp programming software. Discussion in amateur radio software started by ka4lec, mar 27.
Manually programing your baofeng uv5ra dual band transceiver by bob peterson ke7rap, randall jones ae7rj and jack tiley ad7fo 1. Using baofeng pofung uv 5r as a radio scanner with chirp settings tab basic settings group. 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 software not needed youtube. Repeater programming with software baofeng pofung uv5r. Since the uv5r series share the same manufacture programming software and chirp support most of baofeng uv5r models, this. Imo it is easier if you are already acquainted with it. Programming manually a baofeng radio, especially the model uv5r is possible using the own keypad of the radio. In october 2018, amazon sold baofeng radioddity uv 5r ex handheld ham radios at an extreme discount. By the way, there is a uv 3r group and also a baofeng uv 5r group.
The baofeng uv5r supports the most common analog tones. The only thing you must buy for your baofeng uv 5r programming is the cable pc03 ftdi. Yes it is hard at first,but you will get the hang of it. Under the device menu option, there is the option to read from, or write to, your little baofeng radio. To the best of our knowledge, this software is correct. The program automatically detects the devices connected to your computer and it allows you to analyze the data received from the radios. New versions of the software should be released several times a quarter and even several times a month. Software baofeng uv82 and uv82x series baofeng bff8 and uv5r series. Can a baofeng uv5r receive airport radio transmissions. List of common radio frequencies for the baofeng uv5r.
The baofeng handheld radios are inexpensive but cover many frequencies, making them the swiss army knives of the budget ham radio community. If you are a newbie, check out this baofeng for dummies tutorial video by living survival. Btech pc03 ftdi genuine usb programming cable for btech, baofeng, kenwood, and anytone radio. Set it to name so the lcd display will show the channels alpha tag instead of the frequency or channel number. Baofeng programming cable for baofeng uv 5r5ra5r plus5re, uv3r plus, bf888s, 5r ex, 5rx3, ga2s. The application has a standard windows style tool bar. A cycle consists of fully charging the battery about five hours charge time with a standard battery and then fully depleting it before charging it again.
The baofeng uv 5r can be programmed both by the keys that are on the radio, and by using software. Programming software for windows compatible with baofeng uv5r series uv5r bff8 gt3, etc. Follow these instructions to program your uv 5r ex to use the slvarc repeater. How to set the baofeng uv5r to english language radio.
Click here for manual keypad programming for the uv5r. The baofeng uv5r software download is developing at a frantic pace. Programming with computer and software is easier, but has its problems. Just recently developed an interest in amateur radio and bought myself a baofeng uv 5r5 2015 model with a programming cable to see if i could hear any transmissions via the repeaters in my area.
Programming methods, setting up a baofeng for tactical use. 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. 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. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. Load only the software designed for your firmware release. It seems to work well, and i tested how waterproof it is in my video on it. File, edit, program, communication, language and exit. I uploaded the win7 device drivers to the files section of the uv 3r yahoo group, so join that group and they are there.
Of course, chirp is a great solution, provided you have a computer. The baofeng uv 5r is one of the most popular dual band handheld two way radios on the market worldwide. If this is a dealbreaker, you can check other models such as the whistler ws1040. Our antivirus analysis shows that this download is safe. All bf series uv series gt series dm5r plus mobile car radio. With the changes that baofeng has made in the last 6 to 9 months, it is not a good idea to trade chirp radio images files between baofeng radios. Twoway radio baofeng uv 3r 20 pages twoway radio baofeng uv 3rplus user manual. Programming your baofeng uv5r radio chirp software. Click here for manual keypad programming for the uv 5r. Programming software rss for the baofeng uv 5r series of portable radios. I purchased a gt3tp, baofeng uv 5 by a different name, with charging stand, dc cord, programming cable, and hand microphone, for 35 dollars. Set it anywhere from 1 to 9 depending how noisy your environment is. Using chirp daily build for setting up the baofeng uv 5ra vhfuhf tranceiver hopefullylegally for gmrs license holders who wants to use the frs, gmrs and murs channels without getting in trouble with the fcc.
We are the authorized distributor of baofeng products. Tone calling private line is required by most repeater applications and the uv5r supports the latest standards. Rt systems radio programming software for the pofung uv5r. Baofeng uv b5 b6 programming software for windows this software has been made available as a courtesy to our readers. The baofeng technology co had a valution of 714 times earnings. Baofeng uv5r the chinese radio documentation project. Chinese bao feng stocks has risen 4200% since it went in the stock market 50 days ago. When you reset the baofeng uv 5r radio, it defaults to the chinese language.
How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. I have had problems with cables so i have decided to do it by hand. For less than the cost of a decent dinner out for two people a fullfeatured short to medium distance communication tool the baofeng uv 5r can be purchased. Baofeng programming software freeware rapid sequencer programming software v. Once you have overcome all those little problems, its time to start programming your uv5r.
Tim kirby, g4vxe, is a regular contributor to and writes from oxfordshire, england. The programming software for baofeng uv 5r is called chirp, and you can download it for free from the web. I had some trouble at first trying to program it, because i read somewhere that it is treated like a uv 5r in chirp. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio.
The baofeng uv5r is a popular twoband radio worldwide. Click go to radio on the menu bar and choose download from radio. At that stage we didnt know that the basic baofeng uv 5 software didnt work with the new style rig, so i suspect that had he installed chirp it would have probably worked fine. Now, you should be able to connect the radio to the pc using the programming lead. If you are running the blb app on an apple device that is using ios 6. Baofeng uv5r programming with chirp software or keypad. Baofeng handheld btech mobile radio programming software.
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. Before loading any software, you must verify your current firmware release. This thread is also used for those who just passed their tests to introduce themselves. How to program baofeng uv5r series with programming software. The programming software is called chirp, and it is freely available online. Didnt expect much but when it arrived i assembled it, programmed in the local repeater and walked outside then hit the ptt. Personally, i would keep a separate chirp radio image.
The size of the latest downloadable installation package is 2. Bff8hp vip programming software baofeng uv82 and uv82x series baofeng bff8 and uv5r series. Install chirp for baofeng uv5r on linux or win10 one. This free and opensource radio programming tool together with a usb programming cable makes setting up your radio a breeze. A step not to be mist is to set the usb com port number within the application. While the low price makes them a great deal, these radios are not easy to program. This radio has uv 5r3 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. Mac osx and linux users are recommended to use a virtual machine to run the vip windows programming software. Is there any pc remote control software for the baofeng uv. The model is there, but it is not pertinent as i am wondering if the frequency is somehow coded or modulated in a way that a baofeng uv 5r is not designed to receive due to regulations against just anyone being able to receive the transmissions. The bao5r software helps you program memory channels and menu settings of many baofeng uv5r radios variations.
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