Baofeng radio us is the authorized distributor of baofeng products, introducing new range of baofeng radios. Baofeng radio us the official baofeng us distributor. Programming your baofeng uv5r radio chirp software. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming amateur radios. Download and install usb cable driver software for windows xp, 2000. The program should download the frequencies from the radio. Bao8hx programming software for the pofung baofeng uv 8hx dcs rx dcs dcs polarity tx power scan add busy lock ptt id signal code comment receive frequency transmit frequency offset frequency offset direction operating mode name tone mode ctcss rx ctcss memory channel functions left to right memories vfo memory types left to right. Any vendor that purchases a large quantity of radios can have a private label and in some cases, firmware version applied to the radio. Mar 23, 20 w2pdq has a baofeng uv 5rax 144220 transceiver and shared the following in the comments on the original post. They use the fuji type np60 or kodak klic5000 or casio np30 mobile phone battery so you do not have to buy any special spare batteries some of the newer models. Also applies to uv5ra, uv5x3, uv5rax, gt3, bff8, bff9 noji ratzlaff. How would i make a programming cable to connect to usbserial conversion board ebay ftdi board, size of finger. Now, from the baofeng programming software, go into com port and set the correct com port. Baofeng uv5rc programming software download baofeng program zip files.
Our antivirus analysis shows that this download is safe. Baofeng uv 5r ham radio, talking from atlanta to seattle. 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. Under the device menu option, there is the option to read from, or write to, your little baofeng radio. Uv5r radio software the bao5r software helps you program memory channels and menu settings of many baofeng uv5r radios variations. Rt systems bao5r programming software and usbk4y cable for the baofengpofung uv5r and uv5ra. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc uv5r. To download, rightclick the link and choose save target as programming software for wouxun dualband models. If you are a newbie, check out this baofeng for dummies tutorial video by living survival. 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.
According to my source within baofeng corporate, the uv 5r was officially discontinued in december 2014, and most stock had been shipped and sold to resellers by early jan 2015. Is there any pc remote control software for the baofeng uv5re plus. We are the authorized distributor of baofeng products. Bao8hx programming software for the pofungbaofeng uv8hx. For the fm music radio receiver frequency, well i can not do that through the chrip software but again i followed your instructions and did it with. How to manually program the baofeng uv5r from the keypad. There is, in most cases, almost no actual difference between the variants, which is very confusing for customers. How to program frequencies into channels on a baofeng uv5r.
The radio was marked with a decal in the battery compartment as a 2m440 radio. I am trying to get the programming software for the uv5ra, i have not been able to use the software for the uv5r, every time i try it tells me it cannot communicate to the radio. The uv5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen. The remarkable uv3r mkii transceivers have 3 main i. 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. An exception is the uv5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. The official models includes current and previously made radios. Uv 5r the uv 5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. Baofeng introduced the uv5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012. Browse the specifications and features of latest models of uv 5r baofeng radios at baofengradio.
Programming software rss for the baofeng uv3r plus series of portable radios. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. Software does not determine the radios operating capability. Programming software rss for the baofeng uv5r series of portable radios notes. Bao8hx programming software for the pofungbaofeng uv8hx dcs rx dcs dcs polarity tx power scan add busy lock ptt id signal code comment receive frequency transmit frequency offset frequency offset direction operating mode name tone mode ctcss rx ctcss memory channel functions left to right memories vfo memory types left to right. Even though it is for a uv 3r, the device driver is the same for the 3 and 5. Apr 29, 2012 just a simple video on how to program repeaters and other frequencies using the radio only and a computer with programming cable. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc.
Tim kirby, g4vxe, is a regular contributor to and writes from oxfordshire, england. Wouxun software download baofeng software download. Continue reading baofeng uv5ra, uvb5, uv82, and yaesu vx6r comparison. Jul 15, 2015 the gray bearded green beret recommended for you. How to reset a baofeng uv5r two way radio includes instructions on setting the menu and audio prompts back from chinese to english after a reset. 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. Program the baofeng uv5ra by and for new gmrs license holder. How to program baofeng uv5r series with programming software. Currently i have to use the baofeng software to enter 220mhz frequencies and then if i want to sort i have to read. System utilities downloads uv6 uv7 series by baofeng and many more programs are available for instant and free download.
He highlights the basic functions of the baofeng uv5ra and how to get set up for monitoring your local frequencies. Uv5r the uv5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. Baofeng uv5ra, uvb5, uv82, and yaesu vx6r comparison. At that stage we didnt know that the basic baofeng uv5 software didnt work with the new style rig, so i suspect that had he installed chirp it would have probably worked fine. Program the baofeng uv 5ra by and for new gmrs license holder.
Ive been very happy with the baofeng uv5ra, but baofeng has released some newer models on the market so i thought it was time to take a look at the current offerings. The size of the latest downloadable installation package is 2. Vip software is designed for windows operating systems. It is a compact, economical ht that includes a special vhf receive band from 65 108 mhz which includes the regular fm broadcast band. The uv 5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen. All information, software, etc is provided in good faith and at your risk. If youre a ham operator, run linux on your desktop\laptop, own a uv5r and want to program it, you owe it to yourself to check out chirp. The baofeng uv 5r is one of the most popular dual band handheld two way radios on the market worldwide. Baofeng uv5r ham radio, talking from atlanta to seattle. Just a simple video on how to program repeaters and other frequencies using the radio only and a computer with programming cable. I have the proper drivers and cable installedi think. To verify the connection, run the chirp programming software.
How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. Its updated quite often and currently supports 11 different radio manufacturers, the uv5r being one of them. Programming with computer and software is easier, but has its problems. 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. Uv 5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. Bao82 programming software for the baofeng uv 82 dcs rx dcs dcs polarity tx power scan add busy lock ptt id signal code comments receive frequency transmit frequency offset frequency offset direction operating mode name tone mode ctcss rx ctcss memory channel functions left to right memories vfo memory types left to right. Works only with the rt systems usbk4y cable as shown below.
Load only the software designed for your firmware release. 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. 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. I dont recommend this unless you have no option to program with a computer and the rt systems software. Before loading any software, you must verify your current firmware release. Baofeng uv5r programming software is available on line from sinotel uk online download and from rt systems inc on a cd you have to buy the matching computer interface lead in both cases but its only free from sinotel if you buy the rig from them its in the price of the rig and you have to buy both the software and the matching lead from rt systems.
System utilities downloads uv 6 uv 7 series by baofeng and many more programs are available for instant and free download. In addition to the btech logo, this radio has uv5x3 on the label and a band button on its face which when pressed, toggles between a 2m, 220mhz and 440mhz vfo. 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. Even though it is for a uv3r, the device driver is the same for the 3 and 5. 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. Baofeng uv5r variants the baofeng uv5r is the basis for many other models. 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. Software will not work with the btech uv5x3, the baofeng uv5r3, uv5x mate uv82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. Summary of contents for baofeng uv5r 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.
Bao8hx programming software for the pofungbaofeng uv. Rt systems develops the premier software for baofeng uv5r handheld radios. Mac osx and linux users are recommended to use a virtual machine to run the vip windows programming software. 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. Since the uv5r series share the same manufacture programming software and chirp support most of baofeng uv5r. Lets program a baofeng uv5r radio with chirp software to get.
Baofeng uv5r, new firmware the differences ham radio. An exception is the uv 5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. Some sellers may be selling old stock of a since discontinued model like the uv 5r. By the way, there is a uv 3r group and also a baofeng uv 5r group. The uv5rax 220mhz was discontinued in 2014 software support oem and chirp software does not determine the radios operating capability. Rt systems radio programming software for the pofung uv5r. Baofeng introduced the uv 5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012. 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 uv5x3 software helps you program memory channels and menu settings of the btech uv5x3 radio.
Users have reported that this download is compatible with the indicated operating systems but an x does not necessarily mean it isnt. If you are a vendor and want to have your radio supported by chirp, please see informationforvendors. Rt systems software is all usa based and designed with the editing demands. Since its introduction the uv5r has seen a massive success. I have thought about getting a second baofeng to program other less used frequencies on to act as a scanner. Uv5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. Baofeng uv5r the chinese radio documentation project open source documentation project based in stockholm, sweden offering a much better manual for the baofeng uv5r.
Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. Click go to radio on the menu bar and choose download from radio. Works with windows 7 32 and 64 bit, windows 8 or 8. Anyone have any suggestions or can send me a copy of the software. Manually programing your baofeng uv5ra dual band transceiver by bob peterson ke7rap, randall jones ae7rj and jack tiley ad7fo 1. Software will not work with the btech uv 5x3, the baofeng uv 5r3, uv 5x mate uv 82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. An idiots guide to programming your baofeng uv5r radio by w7dtg. Now, you should be able to connect the radio to the pc using the programming lead. Since its introduction the uv 5r has seen a massive success. Which pc or linux software would i use for programming a boefeng uv 5re plus. An idiots guide to programming your baofeng uv5r radio by. Mar 27, 2012 i uploaded the win7 device drivers to the files section of the uv 3r yahoo group, so join that group and they are there.
Use to 25% promotion code promo code baofeng25 software rss for the baofeng uv 3r plus series of portable radios. By the way, there is a uv3r group and also a baofeng uv5r group. Twoway radio baofeng uv3r 20 pages twoway radio baofeng uv3rplus user manual. Programming software rss for the baofeng uv 5r series of portable radios notes. Rt systems bts5x3 software software program memories and other setting of the btech uv 5x3 radio. Baofeng handheld btech mobile radio programming software. Baofeng uv5r radio background baofeng introduced the uv5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012. Baofeng uv5r programming on linux life of a geek admin. W2pdq has a baofeng uv5rax 144220 transceiver and shared the following in the comments on the original post. I uploaded the win7 device drivers to the files section of the uv3r yahoo group, so join that group and they are there.
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