Unfortunately, since the release of version bfb297, the firmware version number that displays on the screen of the baofeng uv 5r dual band uhfvhf amateur radio may not be what is actually installed. Funnily enough, i stumbled across the baofeng uv5r, on youtube. The programming cable for these radios are sold separately. Baofeng walkie talkie uv5r dual band two way radio with one. Any other use may require adjustments based on your needs and or restrictions. Baofeng dont even give you any software to programme it with. Maybe im a bit backward, but i got the baofeng uv5r for christmas and used it straight out of the box. The baofeng uv5r is a compact hand held transceiver providing 4 watts in the frequency range of 6174 mhz and 400480mhz 520mhz later versions. A video i made on how to programme the baofeng uv5r with chirp software and also how to solve usbcom port issues.
I am programming the uv5r to work on my fire department channels, but one of the channels uses a digital pl or tone with the repeater. Bfb229 tonfa uv 985 the earliest known firmware bfb230 vhf band limit 6 mhz 174 mhz uhf band limit 400 mhz 480 mhz. The size of the latest downloadable installation package is 2. 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. All bf series uv series gt series dm5r plus mobile car radio. How to check the firmware version of the baofeng uv5r the firmware version displayed on the lcd display isnt necessarily the one thats actually in the radio. Certain firmware versions, only using vip software, u can use uhf up to 520 mhz, or u can disable 400520 and tx on 200260mhz. Uv5r series please check the radio firmware hold and press the 3 key then power on. This programming cable also compatible with a wide variety of portable. Tutorial uso e programmazione radio baofeng uv5r ita. This works for all firmware versions, but tdr must be set to off on firmware versions bfb251 and lower.
Our antivirus analysis shows that this download is safe. Ed at import communications has gotten a new version of the uv5r 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. Jan 31, 2018 baofeng uv 5r pofung uv 5r tranceiver. Im using the very popular chirp software with my uv5r. Uv5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. Chirp will not work with my uv9 but vip reads the phone. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and softwares for a wide range of our products. Similar choice uv winlab software free download uv layout 2. Bff8hp vip programming software baofeng uv82 and uv82x series baofeng bff8 and uv5r series. Unfortunately, since the release of version bfb297, the firmware version number that displays on the screen of the baofeng uv5r dual band uhfvhf amateur radio may not be what is actually installed. Nov 16, 2012 vip software i would suggest using the vip baofeng software, more options available to you than chirp at the moment. Baofeng walkie talkie uv 5r dual band two way radio with one more 1800mah uv5r battery one hand mic and one tidradio na771 antenna baofeng radio ham radio ships from hong kong. Eventually ill have done my reading, get licensed, and have the money to invest in a better setup, but for now i have a few questions about the function of the radio to which i havent found answers online.
Well i knew that was wrong and didnt find any other errors, so i corrected that to 520. Programming your baofeng uv5r radio chirp software. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc uv5r. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. I noticed that it was very difficult to find a working link to download this software since everybody else was linking to the file hosted on which they had removed. Software will not work with the btech uv 5x3, the baofeng uv 5r 3, uv 5x mate uv 82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. I hope this information helps other radio amateurs understand and successfully program the baofeng uv5r. Original baofeng usb programming cable with software cd for uv5r series, bf888s and more.
The following have been recorded based on factory firmware revisions. Spreadsheet layout with many point and click options. The plastic moulding is good and belies the price tag. Software downloads 409shop,walkietalkie,handheld transceiver. Baofeng uv6r dual band twoway radio discontinued radioddity. Programming software rss for the baofeng uv 5r series of portable radios notes. 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 uv 5r has forty menu items, i have only covered the critical ones to ensure successful manual programming. Unless i can find any amateurs locally who have a uv5r i dont hold out much hope of getting this monster to work apart from just punching in the frequencies manually in frequency mode. This is version 2 of the programming software for the uv5r.
Uv3r community yahoo group baofeng uv3r yahoo group this private uv3r group has a hyphen in the name and over 4,000 members. Programming a digital pl into the boafeng uv5r im still baffled and hope someone can assist me in a programming need. Baofeng radio programming software download homepage, chirp programming software, oem baofeng vip software. Any memory channel with all its details can be sent to the radio with a simple keystroke. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats.
Uv5r user manual bff8hp user manual uv82hp user manual chirp beginners guide programming software baofeng uv82hp vip programming. Top 7 accessories for baofeng uv5r ham radio duration. Any memory channel with all its details can be sent to. 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.
To verify the connection, run the chirp programming software. Note that i havent programmed it yet, as im still waiting on the cable to come in. Program software for baofeng uv5r windows 64 bit vip version. An exception is the uv 5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. Programming with computer and software is easier, but has its problems.
But you have to applaud the simplicity of the build and its. Baofeng uv5r, new firmware the differences ham radio. Compatible with baofeng uv5r radio series accessories. All information, software, etc is provided in good faith and at your risk. If you are a vendor and want to have your radio supported by chirp, please see informationforvendors. The original baofeng software accepts any freq in this range cause ive edited the i.
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. Without disconnecting the radio i start baofeng uv 5r series program software to successfully read radio. Baofeng gt3 radio successfully programmed with chirp software. Breve tutorial per utilizzare e programmare le ormai famose radio uv5r. It is a compact, economical ht that includes a special vhf receive band from 65 108 mhz which includes the regular fm broadcast band. I highly recommend downloading chirp as it offers a lot more functionality than baofeng s original vip software does. How to check the firmware version of the baofeng uv5r.
Installate il software, collegate il cavo al pc ed alla radio. Baofeng uv5r yahoo group not to be confused with the other one, this uv5r group has a hyphen. All bf series uv series gt series dm 5r plus mobile car radio. Nov 16, 2012 now, if you have a newer radio like the uv5ra you can find the correct software at universal radios site. I link above will get you the correct firmware version, and then your good to go. Load only the software designed for your firmware release. Read the current configuration from the radio for editing or start from scratch in a new file. Uv 5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. Baofeng information site, pofung uv5r uvb5, uv82, ham radio. The vip software is usable, but junk, because it is highly specific to that firmware, 2 different firmware versions means you need to install it fresh. There is now an updated model from baofeng called gt3. Install chirp for baofeng uv5r on linux or win10 one. Ymmv the baofeng uv5r dualband ht sitting on my desk has a 7.
The uv5r is a cheap but decent chinese tranceiver that is sold for the ultralow price of around 30 usd 25 eur. I changed a couple of settings in the baofeng program software and successfully write them to the radio. Uv5r the uv5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. I found a working download link eventually but thought i would post a new link online so others can find it easily. Baofeng uv5r programming vip software guide john leahy optional features be advised that this is a work in progress and is intended for u. Also at the radio citys web site is a another link to go and download chirp that also. How to programme baofeng uv5r driver issues solved youtube. The kmc series adhere to the principle that wisdom creates technology and changes our life in order to provide everyone with secure, comfortable. Before loading any software, you must verify your current firmware release. Jun 06, 20 as said in the video i could not get this to work for a while, i used chirp til some one said try the new down load,, and it workd. Problem when programming multiple baofeng uv5r radios settings tab is empty. Baofeng uv 5r firmware release upgrades recorded by jim kc9hi updated june 2016. How can the chirp accept freq programming in this ranges like the original baofeng software.
Uv5r radio have been set to the same frequency,and they can work with each other when out of the box. A quick search turned up the model number and i was sucked into ebay and ordered a couple. Baofeng bff8 and uv 5r series programming software. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. Chris nh7qh at hawaii radio sales sent me the following about the new baofeng uv5r. Together with the scanning capabilities, this makes the uv 5r also a basic. Tidradio is wellversed in the field of ham radio for nearly 15 years, who have been focusing. To resolve the potential conflict and avoid confusion, danny feemster from buy two way radios will show you how to. 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.
Non vi sono limitazioni dal tipo di versione firmware come invece accade con vip. Software will not work with the btech uv5x3, the baofeng uv5r 3, uv5x mate uv82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. Uv 5r the uv 5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. It is safe for it to be turned on while on the charging dock. The uv5r has forty menu items, i have only covered the critical ones to ensure successful manual programming. The uv 5r is a cheap but decent chinese tranceiver that is sold for the ultralow price of around 30 usd 25 eur. Usb cable driver software download and install first for windows xp.
Tidradio is wellversed in the field of ham radio for nearly 15 years, who have been focusing on providing the easytouse, costeffective two way radio. Hey guys im still having problems connecting my baofeng uv5r to the programming software. This will require the use of plugging the radio to your computer with a programming cable. Open the chirp software, click on radio then choose download from radio. Im very new to baofengs and amateur radio in general, but i got myself a uv 5r to try to listen locally. I have tried using many drivers, including the solution on the yahoo group, the original disk, and. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc. Repeater programming with software baofeng pofung uv5r. To purchase a programming cable for your radio, please click here. Baofeng fans often want to know what firmware version is on their amateur radios. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software installing the baofeng programming cable can be relatively easy, if you know how. I loaded the software from miklor onto laptop for programming.
An exception is the uv5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. Mar 27, 2012 hey guys im still having problems connecting my baofeng uv 5r to the programming software. Vip software i would suggest using the vip baofeng software, more options available to you than chirp at the moment. I hope this information helps other radio amateurs understand and successfully program the baofeng uv 5r. The program should download the frequencies from the radio. 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. Baofeng uv5r handheld dualband tranceiver baofeng uv5r pofung uv5r tranceiver. I have, like most of my friends, the popular radio baofeng uv5r plus. The firmware chip is fixed and cannot be reflashed. I saw it in use as a scanner and wondered what the heck it was. The uv 5r radio programming software is designed to give you the ease and convenience of programming the memories and set menu options of your radio from your pc. System utilities downloads uv 6 uv 7 series by baofeng and many more programs are available for instant and free download.
This is just a quick blog post, where i want to report that the two radios are almost identical, and i successfully programmed with the chirp software the baofeng gt3. How to program baofeng uv5r series with programming software. Program software for baofeng uv 5r windows 64 bit vip version. How to programme baofeng uv5r driver issues solved. Users have reported that this download is compatible with the indicated operating systems but an x does not necessarily mean it isnt. The uv5r radio programming software is designed to give you the ease and convenience of programming the memories and set menu options of your radio from your pc.