This occurs when uploading to the radio with work mode a andor b set to channel mode. Any vendor that purchases a large quantity of radios can have a private label and in some cases, firmware version applied to the radio. How to programme baofeng uv5r driver issues solved youtube. Uv5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. An idiots guide to programming your baofeng uv5r radio by w7dtg. Im about to chirp my uv9r plus with the chirp program that came the the linux skywave operating system that i recently installed on an old computer panasonic toughbook cf19mk5 to bring it. 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. Software will not work with the btech uv5x3, the baofeng uv5r3, uv5x mate uv82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. Original baofeng usb programming cable with software cd for uv5r series, bf888s and more. Mac osx and linux users are recommended to use a virtual machine to run the vip windows programming software. For connecting the radio to the pc i used this generic, cheap kenwoodstyle serial cable.
How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software this entry was posted on november 11, 20 by rick. The baofeng handheld radios are inexpensive but cover many frequencies, making them the swiss army knives of the budget ham radio community. On that same radio menu i mentioned above, you can import data from various repeater directories i use repeaterbook right into the baofeng uv5r. This is a list of forums and groups for baofeng radios. Anyone interested, skywave linus is available from for the cost of the usb stick it comes on plus some postage. Software alles bequem am pc in wenigen minuten einrichten kann. Mar 27, 2012 i too have a uv 5r and have yet to successfully program it using the baofeng or chirp software s. Download chirp that is a free software to programm your baofeng uv 5r plus and use this software. Using baofeng pofung uv5r as a radio scanner with chirp settings tab basic settings group. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface. Using baofeng uv5r as a radio scanner with chirp one. Set it anywhere from 1 to 9 depending how noisy your environment is.
The videos showing the uv 5r picking up airband dont explain how they are doing it. How to program a baofeng radio easily with chirp software. In this video, i demonstrate how easy it is to program baofeng radios with the right cable and also using chirp produced with cyberlink powerdirector 15. Install chirp for baofeng uv5r on linux or win10 one.
An idiots guide to programming your baofeng uv5r radio by. Jan 31, 2018 install chirp for baofeng uv5r on windows 10 settings to be continued. How to program a baofeng ham radio for repeaters made easy with chirp thesmokinape just a quick video showing how easy it is to program repeater information into a baofeng ham hand held radio. When using chirp it simply says radio did not ack first command. Chirp software is used to program the uv5r, and its available online. If anyone has any luck please post back your results. To resolve the potential conflict and avoid confusion, danny feemster from buy two way radios will show you how to use the chirp programming software included with the baofeng uv 5r usb programming cable to check the firmware on the radio and find out which firmware version you actually have.
This software is used for uv 82, misuta 82 plus download. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc. An idiots guide to programming your baofeng uv 5r radio by w7dtg. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and softwares for a wide range of our products. Baofeng handheld two way radios are well known among amateur radio operators everywhere. Light weight and versatile, full hd color led display, exquisite and clarity. I too have a uv5r and have yet to successfully program it using the baofeng or chirp softwares. The baofeng uv 5r programming software chirp is available here on this page to download you get your free software from below links just click on the given link to start the download. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. The size of the latest downloadable installation package is 2. The uv5r features 128 programmable channels with priority channel scanning, dual watch and 1750 hz call tone. Hi there if you reset the dm 5r plus will it still work with other radio or not because i did and now contact menu is now.
I was running vista with chirp just fine the problems started after i made the switch to 10. I see things online about chirp allowing them to be programmed for airband, but my chirp wont allow it. Lets program a baofeng uv5r radio with chirp software to get the job done. I just bought a 2nd radio, it has a different firmware than the first and chirp says it cant update the settings because the firmware doesnt match the radio. How to program a baofeng uv5r w chirp software or keypad. Baofeng uv5r manual programming is not difficult, but it requires some practice. 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. Your radio should be connected to the computer and chirp. Eyeonstuff please consider donating to my channel so i can make. 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 the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham. Browse the specifications and features of latest models of uv 5r baofeng radios at baofengradio. Programming baofeng uv9r through communication cable.
Software will not work with the btech uv 5x3, the baofeng uv 5r 3, uv 5x mate uv 82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. How to program a baofeng ham radio with chirp thesmokinape. Fortunately i have had little problem with using chirp and the uv5r radios. This includes a simple instruction manual and a software application to help program it to your computer. Everything related to baofeng radios, and other similar models. An exception is the uv 5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. Nov 05, 2016 how to program a baofeng ham radio for repeaters made easy with chirp thesmokinape just a quick video showing how easy it is to program repeater information into a baofeng ham hand held radio. The uv 5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen. I used chirp to program this radio which can be found. Users have reported that this download is compatible with the indicated operating systems but an x does not necessarily mean it isnt. Chirp programming tutorial with the baofeng uv5r uv5r. Does anyone know how to update the baofeng uv 5r firmware. Chirps newest update still does not support this new radio. To find and install the baofeng usb programming cable driver and programming software correctly, follow the instructions below.
Baofeng programming cable for uv 5r and uv 82 for two way ham portable radios. 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. Baofeng introduced the uv5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012.
A video i made on how to programme the baofeng uv5r with chirp software and also how to solve usbcom port issues. We are the authorized distributor of baofeng products. Baofeng uv9r plus ip67 waterproof walkie talkie 15w vhf uhf dual band handheld two way radio waterproof fm protable digital transceiver baofeng product home real. Programming your baofeng uv5r radio chirp software. Oct 04, 2014 i figure the uv 5r radios make sense as i can inhibit transmit on certain channels. Using chirp software you can generate interesting messages. The baofeng software is a pain an the chirp is far away better and quite intuitive at the usage. Baofeng uv5r3 5 watt tri band radio main trading company still no word from chirp or oem baofeng, four days since i sent emails to them. Programming with computer and software is easier, but has its problems. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio.
Baofeng bff8hp vip programming software baofeng uv82 and uv82x series baofeng bff8 and uv5r. Locate the chirp programming software for your operating system. Set it to name so the lcd display will show the channels alpha tag instead of the frequency or channel number. 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 the popup box. And finally we will see how we can set up the baofengpofung uv5r as a cheap and basic radio.
I have been using chirp for about 7 months with my uv 5r. They are far cheaper than handing the kids 396xt and 536hp scanners. It has worked great with no problems until i upgraded to windows 10. Best option is either a baofeng uv5rand variants such as ra,re,plus. Es sollte nun ein leeres fenster mit dem titel chirp erscheinen. 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. Chirp downloads chirp is distributed as a series of automaticallygenerated builds. Im assuming based on the previous posts that i need to take a closer look at the driver situation. The baofeng uv5r is an economical dual band uhfvhf amateur radio thats extremely compact. Chirp programming software for your amateur radio maxton. In some future blog posts we will take a closer look at all the available channel options, the radio settings and how to adjust them for gmrs, frs and pmr communications. Our antivirus analysis shows that this download is safe. I can program my uv5r with chirp and the same cable fine.
Baofeng uv5r yahoo group not to be confused with the other one, this uv5r group has a hyphen. Aug 01, 2019 this includes a simple instruction manual and a software application to help program it to your computer. 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. Any time we make a change to chirp, a build is created for it the next day. Im about to chirp my uv9r plus with the chirp program that came the the linux skywave operating system that i recently installed on an old computer panasonic toughbook cf19mk5 to bring it back to life. Programming manually a baofeng radio, especially the model uv5r is possible using the own keypad of the radio.
I received my first baofeng uv5r for some of the sales that i have made over the past few months in working order, and was able to quickly program the local repeater into it and test it out. Install chirp for baofeng uv5r on windows 10 and linux usb to serial programming cable usb programming cable. I have purchased the baofeng uv5r plus online and it will be arriving tomorrow, i have downloaded chirp software and would like to set the device up to recieve only not transmit, could someone give me a clear instruction on how to achieve this please, many thanks. 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 baofeng uv5r programming software free download can be found on the chirp website. Baofeng uv5 programmieren mit software chirp fur pmr,lpd. Uv5r the uv5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. In this video i used a uv5re plus but it works the same for any of the uv5r variants.
Chirp is a good solution for you, provided you have a programming cable and time to input the data in. Since its introduction the uv 5r has seen a massive success. Baofeng uv5r plus two way radio 5 colors dual band 41w. Uv5r user when using the chirp software for programming after you have down loaded the software to your computer, make sure your wifi on. Click here for manual keypad programming for the uv5r. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. Baofeng radio programming software download homepage, chirp programming software, oem baofeng vip software. I can program my uv 5r with chirp and the same cable fine. 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. The baofeng uv5r is the basis for many other models. With 128 channel capacity and up to 12 hours of battery life, the uv5r is a good choice for ham radio operators who need mobility at low cost. Programming methods, setting up a baofeng for tactical use. This page provides general tips and troubleshooting for the baofeng uv 5r, uv 82, the uv 5r is the base model for a lot of variants, so this page will apply to. Does anyone know how to update the baofeng uv5r firmware. Download baofeng uv5r programming chirp cable driver. There are several warnings when go to use this software with this radio because of the huge number of different firmware versions and they are not upgradable. Baofeng uv 5r plus uhfvhf dual band amateur radio handheld radio complete with durable metal shell, updated and fashionable frame, more robust than uv 5r compatible with uv 5r 3800mah extended batteries as well as other 5r series accessories.
Baofeng programming cable for baofeng uv 5r 5ra 5r plus 5re, uv3r plus, bf888s, 5r ex, 5rx3, ga2s. Recovery using chirp software 1 load the latest chirp daily developmental build software. Reprogramming only works with the 888s pc software. Uv 5r the uv 5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. The baofeng uv 5r is the basis for many other models. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc uv5r. 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. Chirp is a good solution for you, provided you have a programming cable and time to input the data in 128 channels manually. Since its introduction the uv5r has seen a massive success. Thus, chirp is versioned by the date on which it was created, which makes it easy to determine if you have an older build. How to check the firmware version of the baofeng uv5r. Uv 5r,5ra, 5r plus,5re,bf f8hp, bf888s, uv82hp, 5rx3 and lanyard mirkit 4. Download and install usb cable driver software for windows xp, 2000, win98. Uv 5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants.
Were going to program a baofeng radio with 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. Vip software is designed for windows operating systems. Radioddity is the place to go for all your amateur, business and freelicense radio needs. Uv5r radio software rt systems radio programming software.
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