How to program the baofeng uv5r or bff8hp in chirp for repeater and scanner use duration. Jun 19, 2018 baofeng uv5r cable driver for mac feedback if you are a seller for this product, would you like to suggest updates through seller support. The baofeng uv5r is a compact hand held transceiver providing 4 watts in the frequency range of 6174 mhz and 400480mhz 520mhz later versions. Baofeng programming cable for baofeng two way radios. The radio has 2 power levels 5 watt maximum, allowing you to choose how far you can communicate. All information, software, etc is provided in good faith and at your risk. If you need macspecific help, you are at the right page. Genuine baofeng uv5r, power desktop charger, headset microphone wire, belt. Anyone have any suggestions or can send me a copy of the software.
It came without any drivers, and at least for windows 10 and linux ubuntu, mint you dont need any. Baofeng uv5r programming with chirp software or keypad. Easily program a ham radio on a mac or windows youtube. It is a compact, economical ht that includes a special vhf receive band from 65 108 mhz which includes the. Chirp ham radio programming softwarebasic step by step the easy way. The baofeng uvprog is a usb programming cable for the baofeng uv5r, uv82, uvb6 and bff9 dual band amateur radios. Mar 28, 2015 configuring chirp to download from the baofeng uv5r. To find and install the baofeng usb programming cable driver and programming. Uv5r user when using the chirp software for programming after you. Making chrip work with baofeng uv5r on my mac kg7bhp. The bao5r radio programmer is available for either windows os or mac os.
Mac osx and linux users are recommended to use a virtual machine to run the vip windows programming software. How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham radio. Our antivirus analysis shows that this download is safe. Success was not easy, and the path to success was a test of my patience. The variants and competing designs that are mostly cosmetic, are result of an aggressive marketing campaign.
Dec 15, 2015 baofeng uv5r uv5ra setup mac cable chirp brent skipper. Just install the software, plug in the rt systems ftdi programming cable, and begin programming your baofeng or pofung uv5r series analog radio. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc uv5r. How to prevent accidently transmitting on baofeng uv5r without usb cablechirp. Updated amazon links, added parts and software list to bottom of. Chirp programming tutorial with the baofeng uv5r uv5r. Baofeng is the uv6r programming cable the same as the uv5r. Rt systems bao5r3 software software program memories and other setting of the baofeng uv5r3 radio. You can download the prolific driver for windows, mac and linux at.
Genuine usb programming cable for baofeng uv5r, uv6r, uv82, bf888s and all walkietalkies and portable baofeng analogue such as. Operating system selection available when adding to cart. Baofeng support your home page for everything baofeng. The rt systems softwarecable kit only works within windows, but its soooooooo much easier to use correctly vs. You can program your baofeng uv5r exactly how you want it. Trying to find legit software for programming the baofeng uv5r for the mac. Baofeng uv5r cable driver for mac feedback if you are a seller for this product, would you like to suggest updates through seller support. This is a collection of known resources for the popular uv5r and other models of baofeng two way radios. This software and cable kit will not program any other baofeng non uv5r radios. Chirp is available on windows, linux, and mac os, so no matter what operating system youll use, youre covered. This software is used for uv82, misuta 82 plus download. Easily program a ham radio on a mac or windows living survival.
Disk contains outdated baofeng software only for windows. Making chrip work with baofeng uv5r on my mac so i was able to get all my memories dumped from my yaesu into a csv file. Trying to find legit software for programming the baofeng. Hello all, im having difficulty with the baofeng bff8hp radio connecting to chirp software. Vip software is designed for windows operating systems. Uv5r the uv5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. I just tried to program two new baofeng by mirkit uv82hp and im getting the attached sequence error. Programming your baofeng uv5r radio chirp software. 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.
Sep 14, 20 in this video me and railfan227 show you how to program a baofeng uv5r. Apr 04, 20 making chrip work with baofeng uv5r on my mac. Then your mac will download the memory of the baofeng right into chirp, using what it calls cloning. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. Please feel free to comment with questions, subscribe, like the video, message me with video requests. Rt systems bao5r programming software and usbk4y cable for the baofeng pofung uv5r and uv5ra. Baofengpofung uv5r series twoway radio programming. The baofeng handheld radios are inexpensive but cover many frequencies, making them the swiss army knives of the budget ham radio community. Browse the specifications and features of latest models of uv5r baofeng radios at baofengradio. Mar 27, 2012 i would also like for you to send me the software.
Jun 15, 2012 baofeng uv5r, new firmware the differences. For connecting the radio to the pc i used this generic, cheap kenwoodstyle serial cable. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc. Genuine baofeng usb programming cable 2 pins kenwood.
The baofeng uv5r programming software free download can be found on the chirp website. The program automatically detects the devices connected to your computer and it allows you to analyze the data received from the radios. These cables are not all the same, so the computer needs a software driver so it can recognize the. Software before programming your baofeng, we recommend that you use chirp. Baofeng handheld two way radios are well known among amateur radio operators everywhere. Rt systems releases macos programming software for baofeng, uv5r, yaesu ft60 icom id51, id51a, id51ae, id51plus, id51plus2. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio.
The baofeng uv5r can be programmed both by the keys that are on the radio, and by using software. Uv5r, uv6r, gt3 info miklor outdoors hunting camping shtf gmrs radio communications antenna battery electronics scanners digital computer software hardware laptop ipad iphone ebay music radio dedicated to the programming and operation of the. Also works with kenwood two pin radios, wouxun, puxing, weierwei, quansheng and other two way radios with a kenwood k1 connector. The baofeng uv5r, is an amazing, yet economically priced radio. Rt systems develops the premier software for baofeng uv5r handheld. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software installing the baofeng programming cable can be relatively easy, if you know how. Uv5r user when using the chirp software for programming after you have down loaded the software to your computer, make sure. Configuring chirp to download from the baofeng uv5r. To find and install the baofeng usb programming cable driver and programming software correctly, follow the instructions below. Baofengs vip or chirp software that i have switched all of our programming on the radios we sell to it if rt systems has software for the radio i need to program. If you are running the blb app on an apple device that is using ios 6. A yellow triangle may not always appear in device manager as described below, however, when you insert the cable into your radio, the transmitter will turn on. Chirp software has many features, some of which are not available using the baofeng factory software, such as.
An exception is the uv5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. Works with baofeng uv5r, uv82, uvb6 and bff9 dual band amateur radios. Do you know my best option to program the new baofengs. 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. One package is for conventional programming and the other for trunked programming. How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham. It can cover a multitude of channels and frequencies. Baofeng uv5r family radio programming and settings. Usb 2 pins programing cable program software cd for. 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. Baofeng programming software freeware rapid sequencer programming software v.
Allows to easily program the frequencies of its baofeng from a. Baofeng walkie talkie uv5r dual band two way radio with one more 1800mah uv5r battery one hand mic and one tidradio 771 antenna baofeng radio ham radio. The rt systems software cable kit only works within windows, but its soooooooo much easier to use correctly vs. Uv5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. Jan 31, 2018 install chirp for baofeng uv5r on windows 10 and linux usb to serial programming cable usb programming cable. Click here for the beginners guide if you need macspecific help, you are at the right page. I like the radio but i wish to program it with my computer, im running win. Mac os x programming baofeng uv5r with chirp i wanted to write this post, as i went through many trials and tribulations to get mac os x to program my baofeng uv5r radio using chirp and the usb cable. Rt systems releases macos programming software for baofeng. How to program the baofeng uv5r or bff8hp in chirp for repeater and. 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.
Of course you will need a computer windows, mac, or linux and the best free baofeng programming software is chirp which can program the baofeng uv5r as well as many other radios. Due to the way one is licensed in my country physically present exam, one in summer and one in winter its unlikely ill be able to get my license any time soon due to coronavirus as my country is on lockdown. We are the authorized distributor of baofeng products. Zero issues with bff8hp and genuine ftdi cable connecting to windows 10. Since you may be a new ham or a long absent ham, like me, you probably dont know what repeaters are in your local area. Baofeng s vip or chirp software that i have switched all of our programming on the radios we sell to it if rt systems has software for the radio i need 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. Software will not work with the btech uv5x3, the baofeng uv5r3, uv5x mate uv82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. You can add or remove channels from scanning list using the free computer software. Works only with the rt systems usbk4y cable as shown below. Download english manual of baofeng uv5r in the download tab below. 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. Baofeng radio programming software download homepage, chirp programming software, oem.
It contains a counterfeit prolific pl2303 chipset, rather than the baofeng ftdi chipset that would allow it to work with the chirp programming software. 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. Transceiver walkietalkie type, genuine baofeng uv5r is a handheld dual band vhfuhf, ultracompact, tx and rx 6174mhz 400520mhz with 5 watts fm, equipped with an fm radio and a led lamp. Connecting the radio to a mac and finding the driver for setup of cable. Chirp is free open source software anyone can download. I have the proper drivers and cable installedi think. Trying to find legit software for programming the baofeng uv. Rt systems has announced the release of macos versions of their popular programming software for several radios. The first day it became publically available i downloaded the mac os programmer for my icom id51a to my macbook pro after loading the. Were going to program a baofeng radio with chirp software. Works with windows 7 32 and 64 bit, windows 8 or 8. Install chirp for baofeng uv5r on linux or win10 one. The mission of this site is to scour the web for all things baofeng and organize them into one central page so you can quickly and easily find what you need to get and stay on the air with your radio.
Mac os x programming baofeng uv5r with chirp reddit. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software this entry was posted on november 11, 20 by rick. Boafeng uv5r usb soundcard interface high on solder. Baofeng uv5r, new firmware the differences ham radio. Original baofeng programming cable for two way radio. Original baofeng usb programming cable with software cd for uv5r series, bf888s and more. Typically each series or individual radio requires its own software package. Baofeng programming software freeware free download baofeng. Chirp beginners guide the beginners guide has general help.
Compatible with baofeng two way radio baofeng uv5ruv5rauv5r plus, bf888s, uv5r ex, uv5rx3, radioddity ga2s, ga5s. Chirp ham radio programming software basic step by step the. There are several warnings when go to use this software with this radio. You can give channels alphanumeric names, using a computer. It is a compact, economical ht that includes a special vhf receive band from 65 108 mhz which includes the regular fm broadcast band. I wanted to write this post, as i went through many trials and tribulations to get mac os x to program my baofeng uv5r radio using chirp and the usb cable. Uv5ra, uv5r plus, uv5re, gt3, uv82hp, but not compatible with the digital baofeng dm5r dmr, nor with the uv3r which has its own programming cable 1 pin. Boafeng uv5r usb soundcard interface i recently purchased a baofeng uv5r5 to throw in my go kit as a backup handheld and i decided to build an interface to be able to send and receive digital signals.
Program software for baofeng uv5r windows 64 bit vip version. Also compatible with many kenwood, tyt, and wouxun radios that feature the 2pin speakermicrophone connector. Install chirp for baofeng uv5r on windows 10 and linux usb to serial programming cable usb programming cable. Baofeng programming cable ch340 for baofeng radios.
I think it has something to do with mac no longer supporting 32bit. The size of the latest downloadable installation package is 2. Ive tried the cd that came with the radio and it just wont install. Baofeng programming software freeware free download. Chirp ham radio programming software basic step by step the easy way. I downloades the files from baofeng s website and got the same results.
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