I have a chirp compatible computer, now all i need is a programming cable. Since its introduction the uv 5r has seen a massive success. The baofeng uv5r programming software free download can be found on the chirp website. Ive been working for so long to program my radio the one in the title and it chirp software on windows xp always says that communication has failed. Baofeng uv5r variants the baofeng uv5r is the basis for many other models.
Because baofeng keeps changing the memory layout of these radios, each firmware. Click here for manual keypad programming for the uv5r. Baofeng introduced the uv 5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012. You are then asked for the basic settings to interface with the radio. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc. Baofeng programming software freeware free download baofeng. Uses the familiar rx frequency and offset for repeaters. The process is pretty much the same for all baofeng radios. For connecting the radio to the pc i used this generic, cheap kenwoodstyle serial cable. Chirp software is used to program the uv5r, and its available online. Provide the programming cable for your radio, and the software if it is not included in chirp. Jan 31, 2018 install chirp for baofeng uv5r on windows 10 and linux usb to serial programming cable usb programming cable. Nov 16, 2012 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. I have a friends baofeng new uv 5ra and let me tell you something, it is the biggest piece of chinese garbage possibly ever made.
All information, software, etc is provided in good faith and at your risk. I have the proper drivers and cable installedi think. Eyeonstuff please consider donating to my channel so i can make. Jun 05, 2018 for less than the cost of a decent dinner out for two people a fullfeatured short to medium distance communication tool the baofeng uv5r can be purchased. The uv 5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen.
Baofeng introduced the uv5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012. Reprogramming only works with the 888s pc software. There is, in most cases, almost no actual difference between the variants, which is very confusing for customers. How to manually program the baofeng uv5r from the keypad. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc uv5r. Fortunately i have had little problem with using chirp and the uv5r radios. 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. 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. 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. Manually programing your baofeng uv5ra dual band transceiver by bob peterson ke7rap, randall jones ae7rj and jack tiley ad7fo 1. Baofeng uv5ra the baofeng uv5ra is a dual band uhfvhf hand held radio from china.
Software will not work with the btech uv5x3, the baofeng uv5r3, uv5x mate uv82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. Uv5r the uv5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. For less than the cost of a decent dinner out for two people a fullfeatured short to medium distance communication tool the baofeng uv5r can be purchased. The size of the latest downloadable installation package is 2. Install chirp for baofeng uv 5r on windows 10 and linux usb to serial programming cable usb programming cable. It came without any drivers, and at least for windows 10 and linux ubuntu, mint you dont need any. Since its introduction the uv5r has seen a massive success. Bff8hp vip programming software baofeng uv82 and uv82x series baofeng bff8 and uv5r series. Baofeng programming software freeware rapid sequencer programming software v. Just been upgrading the memory scan channels in my uv 5ra adding some new strange and naughty for the uk frequencies being used as cb type radios in my area 22 handheld radios and users so far i am using the origional suplied software that came with my cable a few years ago, this software worked fine on an old xp pro laptop i had then but now on a windows 7 ultimate lappy and when i came.
How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham radio. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. I then select the radio menu and click on download from radio. Ill assume that you bought a few baofeng uv5rs before the sales ban went into effect. Uv 5r, 5ra,5r plus,5re,bf f8hp, bf888s, uv82hp, 5rx3 and lanyard mirkit 4.
It has an output of 4 watts but with an optional high gain antenna i have no problem making contact on any of the local repeaters in my area. The programming software is called chirp, and it is freely available online. It is a compact, economical ht that includes a special vhf receive band from 65108 mhz which includes the regular fm broadcast band. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface. Part 90 hand held transceiver providing 4 watts in the frequency range of 6174 mhz and 400480 mhz. 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. The baofeng uv 5r style radios have a 2 line display that can display the name, frequency, or number of the selected memory location for each of 2 memory locations. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. Its become that time where im putting in so many entries on the uv5r that doing it by hand is no longer plausible, and id like to make the entities appear on my screen. Second time through and chirp was able to write the memories back to andys uv5ra. We are the authorized distributor of baofeng products.
Chirp software has many features, some of which are not available using the baofeng factory software, such as. Uv5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. Baofeng programming cable for baofeng uv5r5ra5r plus5re, uv3r plus, bf888s, 5r ex, 5rx3, ga2s. Use your programming cable with chirp software from i show. However, i could not get my uv5r software to connect. Chirp programming tutorial with the baofeng uv5r uv5r.
This software is used for uv 82, misuta 82 plus download. The baofeng uv 5ra is a compact, economical ht covering 2 meters and 440 mhz. Programming your baofeng uv5r radio chirp software. However, i could not get my uv 5r software to connect. The only cable i recommend to program a baofeng is this one as an amazon. Chirp features chirp software has many features, some of which are not available using the baofeng factory software, such as. The uv5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen. Baofeng programming cable for uv 5r and uv 82 for two way ham portable radios. How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham. An exception is the uv5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. Baofeng radio programming software download homepage, chirp programming software, oem baofeng vip software. Chirp is opensource and staffed by volunteers, allowing the software to keep pace with advancing radio tech by baofeng. Chirp is a good solution for you, provided you have a programming cable and time to input the data in 128 channels manually.
Software will not work with the btech uv 5x3, the baofeng uv 5r3, uv 5x mate uv 82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. Install chirp for baofeng uv5r on linux or win10 one guy, one. Baofeng uv5r programming with chirp software or keypad. The radio can be programmed from the keypad but it is much easier to program it from either the baofeng software that comes with the programming cable or chirp software. Our antivirus analysis shows that this download is safe. Uv 5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. A few of the key specs and features of the baofeng uv5ra radio are detailed below. Oct 04, 2019 provide the programming cable for your radio, and the software if it is not included in chirp.
Second time through and chirp was able to write the memories back to andys uv 5ra. Install chirp for baofeng uv5r on linux or win10 one. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. Just been upgrading the memory scan channels in my uv5ra adding some new strange and naughty for the uk frequencies being. Baofeng handheld btech mobile radio programming software. In this video i used a uv5re plus but it works the same for any of the uv5r variants. With your radio turned off, connect your radio to your computer using the baofeng uv5r programming cable. You may want both chirp and uv5r software, heres why, chirp makes it easy to import a csv file of repeater or other frequency info into your ht, however, it doest give you control over the other settings like voice prompt and beep, both of which i find entirely annoying. Im trying to program it with chirp and all it says is radio did not respond. I also have the bearcat bcd996p2 which is a trouble free basemobile scanner.
Browse the specifications and features of latest models of uv5r baofeng radios at baofengradio. List of common radio frequencies for the baofeng uv5r. A few of the key specs and features of the baofeng uv 5ra radio are detailed below. Extremely popular, the baofeng is a compact, handheld radio capable of transmitting with 4 watts of power across 6174 mhz and 400480 mhz frequencies. Were going to program a baofeng radio with chirp software. Download baofeng program zip files into a directory on your pc.
Chirp software is used to program the uv 5r, and its available online. Just a quick video showing how easy it is to program repeater information into a baofeng ham hand held radio. Use your programming cable with chirp software from. Install chirp for baofeng uv5r on windows 10 and linux usb to serial programming cable usb programming cable. About baofeng uv 5r the baofeng uv 5r is a compact handheld radio scanner transceiver providing 4 watts in the frequency range of 6174400480 mhz. Locate the chirp programming software for your operating system. Fortunately i have had little problem with using chirp and the uv 5r radios. It has special vhf receive band from 65 108 mhz which includes the regular fm broadcast band. Chirp can download the frequencies but cant upload the any changes made. Baofeng programming software freeware free download. The baofeng uv5r style radios have a 2 line display that can display the name, frequency, or number of the selected memory location for each of 2 memory locations. I used chirp to program this radio which can be found.
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. Most likely, andy didnt have a driver issue on his laptop. Is it possible to display the name and frequency using both lines for just one memory location. But for free, i use it, especially in times like now but without ctcssdcs, tons of intermodrf. Any vendor that purchases a large quantity of radios can have a private label and in some cases, firmware version applied to the radio. When i launch chirp, i plug the special usb cable into my baofeng uv5r2. Mar 21, 20 the baofeng uv 5ra is a dual band uhfvhf hand held radio from china. This free and opensource radio programming tool together with a usb programming cable makes.
Can a baofeng uv5r display both name and frequency. The uv5ra radio also receives fm radio stations, has a scan feature, can store 128 programmed channels, and has a built in flashlight. How to programme baofeng uv5r driver issues solved youtube. A video i made on how to programme the baofeng uv5r with chirp software and also how to solve usbcom port issues. The baofeng handheld radios are inexpensive but cover many frequencies, making them the swiss army knives of the budget ham radio community. Mar 28, 2015 when i launch chirp, i plug the special usb cable into my baofeng uv5r2. How to program a baofeng uv5r w chirp software or keypad. Easily program a baofeng radio with chirp to store all the channels you need quickly and easily. Aug 01, 2019 the baofeng uv5r is a popular twoband radio worldwide. Green led stays on after radio is reprogrammed to working frequencies and back again to stock.
Baofeng uv 5ra baofeng uv 5rc programming software. An exception is the uv 5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. Chirp is free open source software anyone can download. Baofeng bff8 and uv 5r series programming software. Baofeng uv5r variants the baofeng uv 5r is the basis for many other models. The baofeng uv5r series has impressive capabilities. The baofeng uv 5r programming software free download can be found on the chirp website. Some more recent uvb5 b6 radios ship with only 27 menu options as. Manually programing your baofeng uv5ra dual band transceiver. About baofeng uv5r the baofeng uv5r is a compact handheld radio scanner transceiver providing 4 watts in the frequency range of 6174400480 mhz. I have a friends baofeng new uv5ra and let me tell you something, it is the biggest piece of chinese garbage possibly ever made.
Click here for manual keypad programming for the uv 5r. If you purchased the baofeng uv series usb programming cable from. Anyone have any suggestions or can send me a copy of the software. 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. Chirp programming software chirp software download chirp website. Fortunately, there are some helpful resources available from a global community of uv5r enthusiasts, including an easier to read and understand owners manual and an excellent software application designed to program the uv5r from a computer. The baofeng uv5ra is a compact, economical ht covering 2 meters and 440 mhz. Eyeon stuff please consider donating to my channel so i can make. To find and install the baofeng usb programming cable driver and programming software correctly, follow the instructions below. Baofeng programming cable for baofeng uv 5r 5ra 5r plus5re, uv3r plus, bf888s, 5r ex, 5rx3, ga2s. How to program a baofeng ham radio with chirp thesmokinape. Rt systems also sells a cable and programming software for this radio.
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