Programming cable usb cable driver download com port no use. Bao5r programming software memory types vfo the program makes. Software will not work with the btech uv5x3, the baofeng uv5r3, uv5x mate uv82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. Baofeng bff8 and uv 5r series programming software. The uv5r has forty menu items, i have only covered the critical ones to ensure successful manual programming.
Since the uv 5r series share the same manufacture programming software and chirp support most of baofeng uv 5r models, this programming guidance is a helpful preference to the following model. How to program baofeng uv5r series with programming software. Users have reported that this download is compatible with the indicated operating systems but an x does not necessarily mean it isnt. I start baofeng uv5r series program software to successfully read radio. Programming software for windows compatible with baofeng uv5r series uv5r uv6r bff8. This works for all firmware versions, but tdr must be set to off on firmware versions bfb251 and lower. A video i made on how to programme the baofeng uv5r with chirp software and also how to solve usbcom port issues. Ham radio crash course baofeng uv5r family radio programming and settings part 1. As its designed for commercial and pmr use in addition to amateur radio, theres nothing to stop it from transmitting outside of any particular band so care needs to be taken when programming the transmit frequencies parameters. Baofeng bff8hp vip programming software baofeng uv82 series programming software baofeng bff8 and uv5r series programming softwar. Uv 5r the uv 5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. The bao 5r radio programmer is available for either windows os or mac os.
Software downloads 409shop,walkietalkie,handheld transceiver. Bff8hp vip programming software baofeng uv82 and uv82x series baofeng bff8 and uv5r series. Works only with the rt systems usbk4y cable as shown below. Vip programming softwarerecommended usb programming cable for qyt kt8900 software. Rt systems bao5r3 software software program memories and other setting of the baofeng uv5r3 radio. Download baofeng program zip files into a directory on your pc. The uv5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen. The uv 5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen.
I link above will get you the correct firmware version, and then your good to go. Jan 12, 20 on a whim, he suggested that he send me one of the radios to see if i could program it. Jan 31, 2018 programming the very affordable baofeng uv5r also available as pofung uv5r dual band mobile radio can be quite complicated. Operating system selection available when adding to cart. This programming cable also compatible with a wide variety of portable handheld radios from other brands for programming purposes. Even though it is for a uv 3r, the device driver is the same for the 3 and 5. The chirp dailybuild 031215 will not read the uv 5rtp as a uv 5r. Data transfer to the u0985261 serial works ok with vip software. Nov 16, 2012 vip software i would suggest using the vip baofeng software, more options available to you than chirp at the moment. Repeater programming with software baofeng pofung uv5r.
Oct 31, 2016 bao5r programming software for the baofeng uv5r dcs. Tidradio is wellversed in the field of ham radio for nearly 15 years, who have been focusing. Uv6 uv7 series is a program that enables you to configure the u6 and the u7 series transceivers. 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. The antenna is an upgrade from the stock uv5r antenna, although it really didnt have a noticeable difference in use. 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. Uv5r radio software rt systems radio programming software. An exception is the uv5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas.
How to check the firmware version of the baofeng uv5r. When choosing the uv5r like i did in the latest stable version and it worked then i get an error. Programming the very affordable baofeng uv5r also available as pofung uv5r dual band mobile radio can be quite complicated. Baofeng oem or baofeng vip or you will end up with a non working radio. When choosing the uv 5r like i did in the latest stable version and it worked then i get an error. Program software for baofeng uv 5r windows 64 bit vip version. To verify the connection, run the chirp programming software. Before loading any software, you must verify your current firmware release. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc uv5r. Install chirp for baofeng uv5r on linux or win10 one. The program automatically detects the devices connected to your computer and it allows you to analyze the data received from the radios. Baofeng introduced the uv5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012.
Apr 24, 2012 a brief run down of programming the baofeng uv 5r. Bao5r programming software for the baofeng uv5r dcs. Setting up and programming your uv5r ham radio blog pd0ac. Click go to radio on the menu bar and choose download from radio. Get software, please provide member id and send email request to. Programming the baofeng uv 5r this little dual band plus broadcast band transceiver is amazing value for money.
Due to the wide variety of baofeng uv5r firmware versions, be sure you are using the. Compatible with baofeng uv5r radio series accessories. Works with windows 7 32 and 64 bit, windows 8 or 8. This article will teach you how to set up the uv5r, and how to program frequencies into the memory by hand. Jul 25, 2016 internally, this radio is almost identical to the uv5r. It is the higher of the two for a complete chirp guide, go to chirp software. So far, the baofeng uv5r seems to be a steal of a deal. Software will not work with the btech uv 5x3, the baofeng uv 5r 3, uv 5x mate uv 82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. Since the uv5r series share the same manufacture programming software and chirp support most of baofeng uv5r models, this. Baofeng radio programming software download homepage, chirp programming software, oem baofeng vip software. The kmc series adhere to the principle that wisdom creates technology and changes our life in order to provide everyone with secure, comfortable. Since its introduction the uv 5r has seen a massive success. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. The chinese manufactured baofeng pronounced bowfung uv5r series fm transceiver has become a bit of a sensation since it was first released back in 2012.
How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. Uv5r the uv5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. An exception is the uv 5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. So upgrade to the latest daily build as soon as you can. This free and opensource radio programming tool together with a usb programming cable makes setting up your radio a breeze. Ham radio crash course baofeng uv5r family radio programming and settings part 1 duration.
Baofeng introduced the uv 5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012. When i opened the packet, i immediately noticed that andys uv5 was different to mine its a uv5ra. Even though it is for a uv3r, the device driver is the same for the 3 and 5. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc. Originally conceived as a run of the mill commercial twoway radio, resultant internet exposure has seen it become one of the most talked about radios, primarily due to its feature set and.
I was changing frequencies with original baofeng software, uv8 series program software vip version v. When trying to read the radio the only options i have in the radio drop down that are close to my radio are uv5r or uv6, but not uv5rtp. Certain firmware versions, only using vip software, u can use uhf up to 520 mhz, or u can disable 400520 and tx on 200260mhz. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and softwares for a wide range of our products. No programming software will work until the programming cable is operating. If you are a vendor and want to have your radio supported by chirp, please see informationforvendors. Baofeng usb programming cable with software cd for uv5r series, bf888s and more 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. The program should download the frequencies from the radio. How to program baofeng uv5r with software the best free.
The case is totally different, and the keypad has the zero at the bottom, which corrects on the the most annoying things about the 5r. Usb cable driver software download and install first for windows xp. Programming with computer and software is easier, but has its problems. Programming software for windows compatible with baofeng uv5r series uv5r bff8 gt3, etc. 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. The chirp dailybuild 031215 will not read the uv5rtp as a uv5r. Chirp programming tutorial with the baofeng uv5r uv5r. I uploaded the win7 device drivers to the files section of the uv3r yahoo group, so join that group and they are there. By the way, there is a uv 3r group and also a baofeng uv 5r group. I loaded the software from miklor onto laptop for programming. All bf series uv series gt series dm5r plus mobile car radio. Users have reported that this download is compatible with the indicated operating systems but an x. Not without its flaws though, and one of them is the cryptic and incomplete manual. On a whim, he suggested that he send me one of the radios to see if i could program it.
Programming the baofeng uv5r this little dual band plus broadcast band transceiver is amazing value for money. Uv5r radio have been set to the same frequency,and they can work with each other when out of the box. Load only the software designed for your firmware release. 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. Programming software rss for the baofeng uv5r series of portable radios notes.
This free and opensource radio programming tool together with a usb programming cable makes setting up your radio a. When trying to read the radio the only options i have in the radio drop down that are close to my radio are uv 5r or uv 6, but not uv 5rtp. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. Uv5r series please check the radio firmware hold and press the 3 key then power on. Vip software i would suggest using the vip baofeng software, more options available to you than chirp at the moment. Repeater programming with software baofeng pofung uv. Since its introduction the uv5r has seen a massive success.
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