Now that ive had it for a couple months, ive run it through its paces and made my decision on if this will be in my bugout bag or not. How to manually program the baofeng uv5r from the keypad. Chirp programming tutorial with the baofeng uv5r uv5r. I countdown the top 7 accessories for the baofeng uv5r handheld ham radio, then i have a conversation with another ham radio operator using a local repeater. Unit was purchased in 1120 and may have been manufactured the same month. Baofeng uv9r plus ip67 waterproof walkie talkie 15w vhf uhf dual band handheld two way radio waterproof fm protable digital transceiver. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. Unfollow baofeng uv5r battery to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
Light weight and versatile, full hd color led display, exquisite and clarity. Program software for baofeng uv 5r windows 64 bit vip version. Diy 12volt cigarette lighter battery backup power pack. With your radio turned off, connect your radio to your computer using the baofeng uv 5r programming cable. For connecting the radio to the pc i used this generic, cheap kenwoodstyle serial cable. When menu 3 save is enabled, the receiver is periodically turned off to reduce power consumption. Top 7 accessories for baofeng uv5r ham radio youtube. Were going to program a baofeng radio with chirp software. Hesenate htuv8r plus high power 8watt w3800mah large battery two way radio. Programming with computer and software is easier, but has its problems. We are the authorized distributor of baofeng products. Charging and battery maintenance baofeng uv5r chapter 1.
The baofeng software is a pain an the chirp is far away better and quite intuitive at the usage. This can be a big turn off but it doesnt have to be as programming the radio is pretty easy. The radio can also be connected to a pc or laptop via a cable not included, where the free downloadable program chirp provides a quick and simple. Baofeng uv5r variants the baofeng uv5r is the basis for many other models. The uv5r randomly died several times yesterday, so i wanted to see if charging it would fix the problem. Baofeng uv5r ham radio, talking from atlanta to seattle. Some radio functions can only be set by programming software, so some chirp tabs or settings. How to program baofeng uv5r series with programming software. This is the original new battery for baofeng uv5r, uv5r plus. Install chirp for baofeng uv5r on windows 10 and linux usb to serial programming cable usb programming cable. Program software for baofeng uv5r windows 64 bit vip version. Baofeng uv 5r purchased new in 20 firmware bfs311 903n.
The 5r is a bit of a legend in the handheld transceiver world a very cheap and capable vhfuhf unit covering business light and ham bands on fm. The uv 5r randomly died several times yesterday, so i wanted to see if charging it would fix the problem. Baofeng uv 5r dual band two way radio another plus is the battery life, so far i am on the initial charge and i still have 3 out of 4 bars after 5 days of fairly heavy use. The baofeng uv5r is a compact handheld radio scanner transceiver providing 4 watts in the frequency range of 6174400480 mhz.
Chirp, the cable i use, downloading from the radio, finding repeaters from repeaterbook and then saving them to the baofeng uv5re plus. A friend then showed me his little baofeng uv5r handheld radio, sat me down and started explaining why it was a wonderful bugout radio. It came without any drivers, and at least for windows 10 and linux ubuntu, mint you dont need any. Discover the baofeng uv5r, dual band vhfuhf, twoway radio.
I was a little bit leary when i first got the radio. Uv5r the uv5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. All information, software, etc is provided in good faith and at your risk. Baofeng uv 5r ham radio, talking from atlanta to seattle. Since its introduction the uv5r has seen a massive success. Aug 26, 2019 i countdown the top 7 accessories for the baofeng uv 5r handheld ham radio, then i have a conversation with another ham radio operator using a local repeater. But chirp shows something different when i download the stock settings. Baofeng introduced the uv 5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012.
I think ive solved the problem though last night i ordered a uv 5r, not an 5ra and that should be compatible with chirp and all the other software ive downloaded. 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 uv 5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen. You took your time and explained everything needed to use the chirp software. Now that ive had it for a couple months, ive run it through its paces and made my.
Programming multiple brands of hts with chirp clone a baofeng. Jul 15, 2015 the gray bearded green beret recommended for you. Using chirp software you can generate interesting messages. Baofeng uv5r plus two way radio 5 colors dual band 41w. When powering on with the 3 key, they both show bfb297.
With 128 channel capacity and up to 12 hours of battery life, the uv5r is a good choice for ham radio operators who need mobility at low cost. 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. It was introduced with the n5r20 firmware back in the summer of 2014. Baofeng uv5r purchased new in 20 firmware bfs311 903n. 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. The baofeng bf888s is a very cool and inexpensive little radio that a lot of people purchase before realizing that there is no way to program the baofeng bf888s radio with just the radio, you have to purchase a programming cable, download the software, and learn what you are doing first. Ukrainian soldier on nyt front page sporting a baofeng uv5r baofeng uv 5r list of features. Programming multiple brands of hts with chirp clone a baofeng pofung to wouxun or other af5dn. Browse the specifications and features of latest models of uv 5r baofeng radios at baofengradio. There are now so many radios build around baofeng uv5r circuitry and software that potential buyers dont know which one to pick. Because the baofeng uv is designed for use in emergencies, during disasters, or on the field, it can be programmed manually at any location using the included baofeng uv5ra programming manual. The unit itself has felt solid and performed well, with the stock battery offering days of monitoring and learning worth of charge.
Though there a host of free aftermarket alternatives that a customer can cling on to which range from an active yahoo group devoted to this radio, youtube videos, and an aftermarket programming package called chirp which is a better software. Chirp on raspberry pi and programming baofeng uv 5re youtube. Baofeng, btech bl5l 3800mah liion battery pack, high capacity extended battery for uv5x3, bff8hp, and uv5r radios bl5 baofeng battery series 4. Download chirp that is a free software to programm your baofeng uv 5r plus and use this software. Baofeng uv 5r plus uhfvhf dual band amateur radio handheld radio complete with durable metal shell, updated and fashionable frame, more robust than uv 5r compatible with uv 5r 3800mah extended batteries as well as other 5r series accessories. Uv5r user when using the chirp software for programming after you have down loaded the software to your computer, make sure your wifi on. The baofeng handheld radios are inexpensive but cover many frequencies, making them the swiss army knives of the budget ham radio community. Below is a listing of legal frequencies you can use to program the baofeng uv5r assuming you have a valid amateur radio license.
The programming software is called chirp, and it is freely available online. Apr 10, 2014 a friend then showed me his little baofeng uv5r handheld radio, sat me down and started explaining why it was a wonderful bugout radio. Operating system selection available when adding to cart. Turn on your radio and wait for radio activity to stop if any this may take several seconds. Chirp is free open source software anyone can download. Of course, chirp is a great solution, provided you have a computer. Baofeng uv5r the chinese radio documentation project. The uv5r features 128 programmable channels with priority channel scanning, dual watch and 1750 hz call tone.
The battery was in the radio instead of in a plastic bag and the radio already had a bunch of frequencies programmed int. Baofeng introduced the uv5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012. Because the baofeng uv is designed for use in emergencies, during disasters, or on the field, it can be programmed manually at any location using the included baofeng uv 5ra programming manual. The uv5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen. Most questions i get by email are about choosing one of these three baofeng radios. This is the original new battery for baofeng uv 5r, uv 5r plus. Baofeng radio communication batteries and chargers for. With your radio turned off, connect your radio to your computer using the baofeng uv5r programming cable. 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. How to program the baofeng bf888s radio the best ham. The bao5r radio programmer is available for either windows os or mac os.
Baofeng aa battery case for uv5r and dm5r rapid survival. Baofeng uv5r dual band two way radio another plus is the battery life, so far i am on the initial charge and i still have 3 out of 4 bars after 5 days of fairly heavy use. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham. If you are a vendor and want to have your radio supported by chirp, please see informationforvendors. 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. Accessories antenna baofeng radios battery bftech car radio charger dmr headset high power baofeng radios high. It is a compact, economical ht that includes a special vhf receive band from 65108 mhz which includes the regular fm broadcast band. Programming your baofeng uv5r radio chirp software.
This is why today, the baofeng uv 5r is the cheapest vhfufh radio ever available. During the fall of 2014, the baofeng uv5r was overcome by the brand new baofeng bff8hp. Baofeng uv5r plus uhfvhf dual band amateur radio handheld radio complete with durable metal shell, updated and fashionable frame, more robust than uv5r compatible with uv5r 3800mah extended batteries as well as other 5r series accessories. Browse the specifications and features of latest models of uv5r baofeng radios at baofengradio. Baofeng uv5r, 2way radio, works on a programming software which is a minimal spreadsheet program. The baofeng uv5r is an economical dual band uhfvhf amateur radio thats extremely compact.
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. The baofeng uv 5r is a compact handheld radio scanner transceiver providing 4 watts in the frequency range of 6174400480 mhz. Unfollow baofeng uv 5r battery to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. An exception is the uv 5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. Jan 31, 2018 install chirp for baofeng uv5r on windows 10 and linux usb to serial programming cable usb programming cable. Highlow power mode settings is able to change the power from 4 watts to 1 watt. Baofeng information site, pofung uv5r uvb5, uv82, ham radio. Uv 5r the uv 5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. The uv82hp completely refuses to power on now, even in the base.
The uv 82hp completely refuses to power on now, even in the base. Shown above are the arrls band plans for the 2m and 70cm bands 14x. There is, in most cases, almost no actual difference between the variants, which is very confusing for customers. Return to chirp and click the radio menu and choose download from radio 6. Charger led codes red led green led status flashing steady. The bao 5r radio programmer is available for either windows os or mac os. 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. I think ive solved the problem though last night i ordered a uv5r, not an 5ra and that should be compatible with chirp and all the other software ive downloaded. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats.
Software will not work with the btech uv5x3, the baofeng uv5r3, uv5x mate uv82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. An exception is the uv5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. Baofeng uv5r programming with chirp software or keypad. Software will not work with the btech uv 5x3, the baofeng uv 5r 3, uv 5x mate uv 82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. The charging light turns red, but 24 hours later, the battery only gets to 7. Since its introduction the uv 5r has seen a massive success.
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