The cable for the original uv 5r is compatible with the uv 5ra. Baofeng uv5ra software software software for people. You can find them over at amazon for under 15 bucks or you can make one yourself. There is, in most cases, almost no actual difference between the variants, which is very confusing for customers. Using the keypad to program the radio i dont recommend this. 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. With your radio turned off, connect your radio to your computer using the baofeng uv5r programming cable. Pressing and hold this key removes all squelch from the frequency you are listening to. 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. All bf series uv series gt series dm5r plus mobile car radio. With your radio turned off, connect your radio to your computer using the baofeng uv 5r programming cable.
The uv 5r is a cheap but decent chinese tranceiver that is sold for the ultralow price of around 30 usd 25 eur. The lead arrived with andy and he installed the drivers but on running up the baofeng programming software, it wouldnt talk to the radio. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and softwares for a wide range of our products. How to program baofeng uv5r series with programming software. The baofeng uv5r can be programmed both by the keys that are on the radio, and by using software. The program should download the frequencies from the radio. The biggest of course is how easy is it to program. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. If you are a vendor and want to have your radio supported by chirp, please see informationforvendors. Rt systems bao5r programming software and usbk4y cable for the baofengpofung uv5r and uv5ra. An exception is the uv 5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. Baofeng uv5r dual band vhfuhf analog portable twoway radio. How to check the firmware version of the baofeng uv5r.
I have the proper drivers and cable installedi think. Rt systems bao5r programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the baofeng uv5r radios in many variations click here for more information on the windows version and general details of how the programmers work on either operating system. Baofeng has been updating the firmware and not displaying the actual firmware number as described above. Try to open the program and it would just flash off and on on the screen for a bit, then it would come up with a message that the program wasnt working.
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. Baofeng radio programming software download homepage, chirp programming software, oem baofeng vip software. 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 baofeng uv 5r is a compact hand held transceiver providing 4 watts in the frequency range of 6174 mhz and 400480mhz 520mhz later versions. 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. Bao5r programming software only for the baofeng uv5r ht. Uv 5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. It is a compact, economical ht that includes a special vhf receive band from 65 108 mhz which includes the. 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. See a lot of questions posted about programming the new 20 baofeng uv5ra with a cable connected to your computer. There is also an open source software program called chirp that is compatible with the baofeng uv 5ra radio. Compatible with theuv5r, uv 5r pro, uv 5ra and more. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio.
Return to chirp and click the radio menu and choose download from radio 6. Turn on your radio and wait for radio activity to stop if any this may take several seconds. The baofeng uv5r, is an amazing, yet economically priced radio. Secondly, the needs of users are growing, requirements are increasing and the needs are changing for baofeng uv5ra software.
Anyone have any suggestions or can send me a copy of the software. Programming your baofeng uv5r radio chirp software. The baofeng uv5r is a compact hand held transceiver providing 4 watts in the frequency range of 6174 mhz and 400480mhz 520mhz later versions. Amazons choice for baofeng uv5r software baofeng programming cable for baofeng uv5r5ra5r plus5re, uv3r plus, bf888s, 5r ex, 5rx3, ga2s 3.
Jan 31, 2018 baofeng uv 5r handheld dualband tranceiver baofeng uv 5r pofung uv 5r tranceiver. How to programme baofeng uv5r driver issues solved youtube. I know this has been done to death but alot of people still ask me. Uv5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. Unfortunately, since the release of version bfb297, the firmware version number that displays on the screen of the baofeng uv5r dual band uhfvhf amateur radio may not be what is actually installed. Downloaded the software form the baofeng web site and the software from here. First, new technologies are emerging, as a result, the equipment is being improved and that, in turn, requires software changes. 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 kmc series adhere to the principle that wisdom creates technology. Bff8hp vip programming software baofeng uv82 and uv82x series baofeng bff8 and uv5r series. Click go to radio on the menu bar and choose download from radio. Chirp is free open source software anyone can download.
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 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. An exception is the uv5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. Operating system selection available when adding to cart. Original baofeng usb programming cable with software cd for uv5r series, bf888s and more.
Support windows 7, windows 10, 64 bit original baofeng programming cable compatible with baofeng uv5r5ra5r plus5re5r ex5rx35rtp, uv3r plus, uv82l, bf888s, gt1gt3gt3tpcompatible with radioddity ga2s, ga5scompatible with tyt uv8000e, uv8000d. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc uv5r. Baofeng programming software software free download baofeng. Software will not work with the btech uv 5x3, the baofeng uv 5r3, uv 5x mate uv 82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. The bao5r software helps you program memory channels and menu settings of many baofeng uv5r radios variations. Programming the baofeng uv 5ra a few days ago, i was chatting to andy g6reg and he mentioned that he needed a lead to help program his uv 5. The radio is dual band vhfuhf, 6174400520mhz, 5 watt and has 128 memory channels which can be alpha tagged. It is a compact, economical ht that includes a special vhf receive band from 65 108 mhz which includes the regular fm broadcast band. It offers an easy to use interface compatible with windows, mac, and linux pcs. This programming cable also compatible with a wide variety of portable.
Uv5r the uv5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. 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. Page 6 baofeng uv5ra quick start guide symbol function make the led light flash. The bao5r radio programmer is available for either windows os or mac os. Its used for programming a wide range of amateur radios of different makes and models, and in multiple formats and data sources. Before loading any software, you must verify your current firmware release. 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. Coflash has an intuitive user interface with a traditional windows graphical user interface gui, and a command line mode as well. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc. Any vendor that purchases a large quantity of radios can have a private label and in some cases, firmware version applied to the radio. Baofeng fans often want to know what firmware version is on their amateur radios. Baofeng uv5r handheld dualband tranceiver baofeng uv5r pofung uv5r tranceiver. Extra pack mirkit baofengradio uv 5r mk5 8 watt mp max power with 3800 mah, handheld speaker mic, baofeng programming cable and software extended kit 4.
Our antivirus analysis shows that this download is safe. Rt systems bao5r programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the baofeng uv 5r radios in many variations click here for more information on the windows version and general details of how the programmers work on either operating system. Programming with computer and software is easier, but has its problems. Using the software would be much more beneficial if you needed to.
To find the actual firmware release, you need to run the latest chirp daily build. The process is pretty much the same for all baofeng radios. Program software for baofeng uv5r windows 64 bit vip version. Tim kirby, g4vxe, is a regular contributor to and writes from oxfordshire, england. The cable for the original uv5r is compatible with the uv. Software will not work with the btech uv5x3, the baofeng uv5r3, uv5x mate uv82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. To resolve the potential conflict and avoid confusion, danny feemster from buy two way radios. Jan 12, 20 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. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. Load only the software designed for your firmware release. How to check the firmware version of the baofeng uv5r the firmware version displayed on the lcd display isnt necessarily the one thats actually in the radio.
If you are running the blb app on an apple device that is using ios 6. How to programme baofeng uv5r driver issues solved. Manually programing your baofeng uv5ra dual band transceiver by bob peterson ke7rap, randall jones ae7rj and jack tiley ad7fo 1. The uv5r is a cheap but decent chinese tranceiver that is sold for the ultralow price of around 30 usd 25 eur. Pressing and holding this key will allow you to transmit. 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. Original baofeng usb programming cable with software cd for uv 5r series, bf888s and more. Baofeng programming software software free download. 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. Program software for baofeng uv 5r windows 64 bit vip version. All information, software, etc is provided in good faith and at your risk. Baofeng uv5r variants the baofeng uv5r is the basis for many other models. Jul 24, 2015 a video i made on how to programme the baofeng uv 5r with chirp software and also how to solve usbcom port issues. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and.
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