The program should download the frequencies from the radio. While we are using the uv 5r in the video below, the instructions apply to all baofengs and most other vhfuhf ham radios. Programming software rss for the baofeng uv b5 and uv b6 series of portable radios. Compatible with the uv 5r, uv 5r pro, uv 5ra and more. If you decide to get a cable and install the chirp programming software. Baofeng programming cable for baofeng uv 5r 5ra 5r plus5re, uv3r plus, bf888s, 5r ex, 5rx3, ga2s. Chirp chirp is free and open source programming software for many makes and models of radios, including baofeng. Its used for programming a wide range of amateur radios of different makes and models, and in multiple formats and data sources. Baofeng uv5r programming with chirp for radio newbies. In this video i used a uv5re plus but it works the same for any of the uv5r variants. Use your programming cable with chirp software from. Download and install usb cable driver software for windows xp, 2000, win98.
Retevis ftdi usb programming cable 2 way radio programming cable for baofeng uv 5r bf888s retevis h777 rt21 rt22 arcshell walkie talkies1 pack 4. Just a quick video showing how easy it is to program repeater information into a baofeng ham hand held radio. Nov 05, 2016 just a quick video showing how easy it is to program repeater information into a baofeng ham hand held radio. Usb 2 pins programing cable program software cd for. For all those who know about baofeng and chirp and compatibility it can be a trick to figure out. I needed to make some changes to my baofeng uv 5r memory settings. The bao 5r radio programmer is available for either windows os or mac os. Chirp software is used to program the uv5r, and its available online. Baofeng uv5r programming with windows 10 areresearch. 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 above. Usb cable driver software download and install first for windows xp. Some more recent uv b5 b6 radios ship with only 27 menu options as compared to the 29.
Software will not work with the btech uv 5x3, the baofeng uv 5r 3, uv 5x mate uv 82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. Baofeng bff8 and uv 5r series programming software. Chirp is free open source software anyone can download. The original now called the macos legacy application build is still available, but can only be run on macos versions prior to catalina that still support 32bit applications.
The baofeng uv 82 software is developing at a frantic pace. Baofeng programming cable for uv 5r and uv 82 for two way ham portable radios. I am using chirp version 20150118 and a 2202 uv 82x which works fine. Click go to radio on the menu bar and choose download from radio. Uv5r the uv5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. However, there are some things to note before installing. Detailed instructions for programming a baofeng uv 5r with chirp and a programming cable. The program automatically detects the devices connected to your computer and it allows you to analyze the data received from the radios.
How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. Recent firmware changes now limit both the factory sw and chirp to a maximum of 6 characters. 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. The ability to program different frequency, repeater, and power configurations from your computer. When using chirp, the above message can be ignored. First, new technologies are emerging, as a result, the equipment is being improved and that, in turn, requires software changes. An exception is the uv 5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. The baofeng handheld radios are inexpensive but cover many frequencies, making them the swiss army knives of the budget ham radio community. Mac osx and linux users are recommended to use a virtual machine to run the vip windows programming software. This is the only cable i recommend you buy for programming any baofeng radios. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming amateur radios.
Chirp software is used to program the uv 5r, and its available online. Click here for manual keypad programming for the uv 5r. Secondly, the needs of users are growing, requirements are increasing and the needs are changing for baofeng uv 82 software. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface. Install chirp for baofeng uv5r on linux or win10 one. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and softwares for a wide range of.
Older uv5r firmware releases allowed chirp to assign 7 character alpha numeric names in the display, while the factory software only allowed 6 characters. How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham. Miklor software, drivers, guides and faqs for baofeng and other chinese radios. Programming software rss for the baofeng uv 3r plus series of portable radios. Any vendor that purchases a large quantity of radios can have a private label and in some cases, firmware version applied to the radio. The baofeng handheld radios are inexpensive but cover. Since its introduction the uv 5r has seen a massive success. First, there is a page setup specifically for running chirp. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats.
Users have reported that this download is compatible with the indicated operating systems but an x. Feb 05, 2014 using multiplatform program chirp to program the increasingly popular baofeng uv 5r as requested by a number of new baofeng owners ive met on other social networking sites. There is a special method at miklor which describes loading the proper usb driver for the uv 82x under chirp, if your usb driver is not correct then the radio will not communicate with the software. Chirp programming software chirp software download chirp website 1. This i was able to download here i also found some interesting notes about programming the uv 5 with chirp chirp installed readily and i was quickly able to download an image of my uv 5r and save it. This free and opensource radio programming tool together with a usb programming cable makes setting up your radio a breeze. It is now the recommended choice for those using chirp on macos. All bf series uv series gt series dm 5r plus mobile car radio. Tone calling private line is required by most repeater applications and the uv5r supports the latest standards. Works only with the rt systems usbk4y cable as shown below.
Compatible with theuv 5r, uv 5r pro, uv 5ra and more. The baofeng uv5r supports the most common analog tones. If anyone has any luck please post back your results. Two way radio forum a public support forum for all types of two way radios, including the baofeng uv 5r and its variants. The baofeng uv5r, is an amazing, yet economically priced radio. When using chirp it simply says radio did not ack first command. 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. It offers an easy to use interface compatible with windows, mac, and linux pcs. My 5 buck cable can not read the uv 82 but works fine on the uv 5r i have read that a 20 dollar cable works better than the one i have.
The baofeng uv5r is the basis for many other models. Uv5r user when using the chirp software for programming after you have down loaded the software to your computer, make sure your wifi on. While the low price makes them a great deal, these radios are not easy to program. Jan 31, 2018 programming the very affordable baofeng uv 5r also available as pofung uv 5r dual band mobile radio can be quite complicated. Uv 5r 3 power level variant hi team, thanks for the chirp software tha. Its updated quite often and currently supports 11 different radio manufacturers, the uv 5r being one of them. With your radio turned off, connect your radio to your computer using the baofeng uv 5r programming cable.
The size of the latest downloadable installation package is 2. New versions of the software should be released several times a quarter and even several times a month. Go to the website baofeng uv5r faq uv 5r there you will find an extensive faq section, information, specs, software drivers, etc. Programming the very affordable baofeng uv5r also available as pofung uv5r dual band mobile radio can be quite complicated. Uv 5r,5ra, 5r plus,5re,bf f8hp, bf888s, uv82hp, 5rx3 and lanyard mirkit 4. How to program the baofeng uv5r or bff8hp in chirp for. Vip software is designed for windows operating systems. Menu 24 txab and menu 29 companding were eliminated. The only thing you must buy for your baofeng uv 5r programming is the cable pc03 ftdi. Chirp is a fantastic piece of software that allows to program a wide. But my question is can a uv 82 be programmed off of it. Fortunately i have had little problem with using chirp and the uv5r radios.
Using the software would be much more beneficial if you needed to. Ive been using chirp quite successfully with my two other baofeng radios bff8hp and uv 5r for years, using the download and upload menu entries as expected. In this video i used a uv 5re plus but it works the same for any of the uv 5r. Baofeng uv5r programming with chirp software or keypad. 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. Chirp is a good solution for you, provided you have a programming cable and time to input the data in 128 channels manually. 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.
Doing that manually is very unpleasant, and i have a programming cable, of course. Baofeng uv5r programming with windows 10 how to program the baofeng uv 5r from a windows 10 pc driver installation. Using multiplatform program chirp to program the increasingly popular baofeng uv 5r as requested by a number of new baofeng owners ive met on other social networking sites. Many keys have to be pressed if adding channels manually. To verify the connection, run the chirp programming software. Chirp software chirp radio software baofeng uv 5r programming software download chirp software baofeng uv 82 baofeng uv 5r programming software chirp baofeng bf888s software. Baofeng dm17021703 programming software firmware upgrade. This includes a simple instruction manual and a software application to help program it to your computer. Programming software rss for the baofeng uv 5r series of portable radios. 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. Aug 01, 2019 this includes a simple instruction manual and a software application to help program it to your computer. Chirp is a good solution for you, provided you have a programming cable. Were going to program a baofeng radio with chirp software. Works with windows 7 32 and 64 bit, windows 8 or 8.
The baofeng uv5r programming software free download can be found on the chirp website. Baofeng 5ra marine and nordic hunting chanals chirp csv files. The baofeng uv 5r is the basis for many other models. Baofeng uv5r programming on linux life of a geek admin. Uv 5r the uv 5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7.
The ability to save multiple different configurations for different areas of the country or travel. Baofeng uv82 software software software for people. The programming software for baofeng uv 5r is called chirp, and you can download it for free from the web. The uv 5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen. Our antivirus analysis shows that this download is safe. In october 2018, amazon sold baofengradioddity uv 5r ex handheld ham radios at an extreme discount. I too have a uv 5r and have yet to successfully program it using the baofeng or chirp software s. In this video i used a uv 5re plus but it works the same for any of the uv 5r variants.
This free and opensource radio programming tool together with a usb programming cable makes setting up your radio a. All information, software, etc is provided in good faith and at your risk. Radioddity download radioddity choose connectivity. The baofeng uv 5r can be programmed both by the keys that are on the radio, and by using software. Baofeng introduced the uv 5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and softwares for a wide range of our products. Operating system selection available when adding to cart. Wouxun software download baofeng software download. Programming software rss for the baofeng uv 5r series of portable radios notes. Turn on your radio and wait for radio activity to stop if any this may take several seconds. Ch340 drive compatible with the win7 or win10 and more. I used chirp to program this radio which can be found. Click here for manual keypad programming for the uv5r. Uv5r radio software rt systems radio programming software.
If you are a vendor and want to have your radio supported by chirp, please see informationforvendors. This programming cable also compatible with a wide variety of portable handheld radios from other brands for programming purposes. This guide is a perfect support to navigate the baofeng uv 5r instruction jungle. Programming baofeng uv9r through communication cable. Cheatsheet for manual programming single display radio owners manual 18 menu version 4 mb pdf file. Uv 5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. The programming cable makes it easy to add channels to the baofeng uv 5r using the free chirp software. Users have reported that this download is compatible with the indicated operating systems but an x does not necessarily mean it isnt.
Chirp is free and superior to the chinese factory software ive owned one for 3 months and love it. Jan 12, 20 it seems that the stable build version of chirp 0. Bf480 compatible with the tw325, bf888s, h777 and more. There is, in most cases, almost no actual difference between the variants, which is very confusing for customers. Programming with computer and software is easier, but has its problems. How to program a baofeng ham radio with chirp thesmokinape. Im assuming based on the previous posts that i need to take a closer look at the driver situation. Apr 15, 2019 baofeng uv 5r programming with windows 10. How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham radio. Return to chirp and click the radio menu and choose download from radio 6. Programming your baofeng uv5r radio chirp software.
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