Baofeng is a market leader in its segment and the baofeng uv 5r is. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. To download, rightclick the link and choose save target as programming software for wouxun dualband models. Chirp is free open source software anyone can download.
Baofeng information site, pofung uv5r uvb5, uv82, ham radio. Uv5r,5ra,5r plus,5re,bf f8hp, bf888s, uv82hp, 5rx3 and lanyard mirkit 4. Before loading any software, you must verify your current firmware release. It is a compact, economical ht that includes a special vhf receive band from 65 108 mhz which includes the regular fm broadcast band. Programming the baofeng uv5r for common frequencies. Programming the baofeng uv5ra a few days ago, i was chatting to andy g6reg and he mentioned that he needed a lead to help program his uv5.
The cable for the original uv5r is compatible with the uv5ra. Bao5r programming software and usbk4y cable for the baofengpofung uv 5r and uv 5ra includes. Software is designed for windows operating systems. All information, software, etc is provided in good faith and at your risk. Baofeng uv5r programming software not needed youtube. They can receive and transmit a variety of frequencies including those used by weather radios and the often. 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. Amazons choice for baofeng uv5r software baofeng programming cable for baofeng uv5r5ra5r plus5re, uv3r plus, bf888s, 5r ex, 5rx3, ga2s 3. It was introduced with the n5r20 firmware back in the summer of 2014. This programming cable also compatible with a wide variety of portable handheld radios from other brands for programming purposes.
How to program baofeng uv5r series with programming software. I also reformated my repeater program for eaiser use. Uv 5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. How to manually program the baofeng uv5r from the keypad. Oct 04, 2019 how to use a baofeng uv5r, by tunnel rabbit. Manually programing your baofeng uv5ra dual band transceiver by bob peterson ke7rap, randall jones ae7rj and jack tiley ad7fo 1. Were going to program a baofeng radio with chirp software. I used the reference for uv5r menus and set most all menus to his reccomendations, set some menus prior to programming. Baofeng uv 5r manual programming is not difficult, but it requires some practice. One way to extend the range of these bubble pack radios in a neighborhood network, as part of a base station, is to mount an external antenna high up outside, and use a scanner, or a baofeng as a receiver. Mac osx and linux users are recommended to use a virtual machine to run the vip windows programming software.
Programming manually a baofeng radio, especially the model uv5r is possible using the own keypad of the radio. Browse the specifications and features of latest models of uv 5r baofeng radios at baofengradio. Programming software for windows compatible with baofeng uv5r series uv5r bff8 gt3, etc. How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham radio. Vip software is designed for windows operating systems. The a side must be used to program channels into the radio. 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. Its used for programming a wide range of amateur radios of different makes and models, and in multiple formats and data sources. How to fix the comm error in the programming software, on a baofeng, wouxun or other chinese af5dn. The programming software is called chirp, and it is freely available online. We are the authorized distributor of baofeng products. Baofeng uv5r manual programming is not difficult, but it requires some practice. Chirp is a good solution for you, provided you have a programming cable and time to input the data in. Baofeng programming cable for uv5r and uv82 for two way ham portable radios.
Usb cable driver software download and install first for windows xp. Uv5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. 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. Why the radio was setup this way i dont know, but that is one of the peculiarities of the baofeng uv5r radios and why most people opt for the usb programming cable. From what i understand the baofeng uv5ra is a bit less cryptic for the consumer but it is still recommended that you use the programming cable. Baofeng uv 5ra baofeng uv 5rc programming software uv 5ra programming software. The baofeng uv5r can be programmed both by the keys that are on the radio, and by using software. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and. I have had problems with cables so i have decided to do it by hand. 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. Works only with the rt systems usbk4y cable as shown below.
How to programme baofeng uv5r driver issues solved youtube. To verify the connection, run the chirp programming software. Programming methods, setting up a baofeng for tactical use. See a lot of questions posted about programming the new 20 baofeng uv 5ra with a cable connected to your computer. You must set menu 7 tdr to off in order to program on the uv5ra. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and softwares for a wide range of our products. Uv5r the uv5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. Download and install usb cable driver software for windows xp, 2000, win98. Its a compact, handheld radio capable of transmitting with 4 watts of power across 6174 mhz and 400480 mhz frequencies.
Bao5r software program memories and other setting of the baofeng uv 5r in many variations see works with list in the header for this category. 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. This includes a simple instruction manual and a software application to help program it to your computer. A video i made on how to programme the baofeng uv5r with chirp software and also how to solve usbcom port issues.
Jul 15, 2015 the gray bearded green beret recommended for you. 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. 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. Aug 01, 2019 this includes a simple instruction manual and a software application to help program it to your computer.
After programming baofeng uv5ra using chirp software. Browse the specifications and features of latest models of uv5r baofeng radios at baofengradio. Chirp is a good solution for you, provided you have a programming cable and time to input the data in 128 channels manually. From what i understand the baofeng uv 5ra is a bit less cryptic for the consumer but it is still recommended that you use the programming cable. Listen to the incoming traffic on the scanner or handheld, and talk to the other station with the midland gtx handheld, or use the. 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.
N5r2401 is from a radio with 2 power levels a uv 5r variant n5r3409 is from a radio with 3 power levels a bff8hp variant the beep bug was the last known user detectable bug a uv 5r variant. Chirp is distributed as a series of automaticallygenerated builds. Bao5r programming software and usbk4y cable for the baofengpofung uv5r and uv 5ra includes. 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 programming cable for uv 5r and uv 82 for two way ham portable radios. Fortunately, there are some helpful resources available from a global community of uv 5r enthusiasts, including an easier to read and understand owners manual and an excellent software application designed to program the uv 5r from a computer. It offers an easy to use interface compatible with windows, mac, and linux pcs.
Introduction your uv 5ra radio has been programed to provide you with a preset channel setup. Introduction your uv5ra radio has been programed to provide you with a preset channel setup. Program software for baofeng uv 5r windows 64 bit vip version. The baofeng uv5r is a compact hand held transceiver providing 4 watts in the frequency range of 6174 mhz and 400480mhz 520mhz later versions. Ch340 drive compatible with the win7 or win10 and more. Baofeng uv5r programming with chirp software or keypad. Programming manually a baofeng radio, especially the model uv 5r is possible using the own keypad of the radio. We dont put experimental things into chirp before they are ready, except where. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc. Load only the software designed for your firmware release. How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham. The program should download the frequencies from the radio. 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.
Programming software rss for the baofeng uv 5r series of portable radios notes. Programming software for windows compatible with baofeng uv5r series uv5r bff8 gt3, etc before loading any software, you must verify your current firmware release. Please note this software is for the uv 5ra or uv 5rc not uv 5r. Bf480 compatible with the tw325, bf888s, h777 and more. The baofeng uv 5r can be programmed both by the keys that are on the radio, and by using software. Baofeng uv5r ham radio, talking from atlanta to seattle. Thus, chirp is versioned by the date on which it was created, which makes it easy to determine if you have an older build. The biggest of course is how easy is it to program. Chirp software is used to program the uv5r, and its available online. Rt systems bao5r3 software software program memories and other setting of the baofeng uv 5r3 radio. See a lot of questions posted about programming the new 20 baofeng uv5ra with a cable connected to your computer. Program software for baofeng uv5r windows 64 bit vip version. 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.
All bf series uv series gt series dm5r plus mobile car radio. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. After programming baofeng uv5ra using chirp software youtube. Rt systems bao5r3 software software program memories and other setting of the baofeng uv5r3 radio. 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. The baofeng uv5r and similar radios are very useful tools. I made sure that the programming lead was working on my laptop and then ran up the software and downloaded the memories from my uv 5. Rather than have him wait to order one from hong kong, i suggested that i send him my lead so that he could could get started straight away. Jan 12, 20 when i opened the packet, i immediately noticed that andys uv 5 was different to mine its a uv 5ra.
Uv 5r, 5ra,5r plus,5re,bf f8hp, bf888s, uv82hp, 5rx3 and lanyard mirkit 4. I made sure that the programming lead was working on my laptop and then ran up the software and downloaded the memories from my uv5. Bao5r programming software and usbk4y cable for the baofengpofung uv5r and uv5ra includes. The size of the latest downloadable installation package is 2. Works with windows 7 32 and 64 bit, windows 8 or 8. Compatible with theuv5r, uv 5r pro, uv 5ra and more. 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. Wouxun software download baofeng software download. Using the software would be much more beneficial if you needed to. Anyone have any suggestions or can send me a copy of the software.
Nov 18, 20 i have had problems with cables so i have decided to do it by hand. If you are a vendor and want to have your radio supported by chirp, please see informationforvendors. 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. I have the proper drivers and cable installedi think. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc uv5r. Manually programing your baofeng uv5ra dual band transceiver. Baofeng uv 5r ham radio, talking from atlanta to seattle.
The only cable i recommend to program a baofeng is this one s. 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. Users have reported that this download is compatible with the indicated operating systems but an x does not necessarily mean it isnt. Amazons choice for baofeng uv 5r software baofeng programming cable for baofeng uv 5r 5ra 5r plus5re, uv3r plus, bf888s, 5r ex, 5rx3, ga2s 3. Programming with computer and software is easier, but has its problems. An idiots guide to programming your baofeng uv5r radio by. N5r2401 is from a radio with 2 power levels a uv5r variant n5r3409 is from a radio with 3 power levels a bff8hp variant the beep bug was the last known user detectable bug a uv5r variant. Any time we make a change to chirp, a build is created for it the next day.
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