How to programme baofeng uv5r driver issues solved youtube. To find and install the baofeng usb programming cable driver and. Uses the familiar rx frequency and offset for repeaters. Baofeng usb programming cable driver with cd software for. Models such as the uv3r, uvb6, bff9 and the legendary uv5r are. I know this has been done to death but alot of people still ask me. This page provides general tips and troubleshooting for the baofeng uv5r. 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. Baofeng bff8hp vip programming software baofeng uv82 and uv82x series baofeng bff8 and uv5r series. Bao5r3 software and usbk4y cable software program memories and other setting of the baofeng uv5r3 triband ht radios. Manuals dm5r user manual uv82 user manual uv5r user manual bff8hp user manual uv82hp user manual chirp beginners guide programming software baofeng uv82hp vip programming software baofeng bff8hp vip programming software baofeng uv82 series programming software baofeng bff8 and uv5r series programming softwar. Fortunately, there are other options available, and once properly installed, they are actually quite good. The really gnarly problem that usually surfaces is getting the programming cable to work. Program software for baofeng uv5r windows 64 bit vip version.
This is the interface driver software that translates many usb to radio adapters via a comport for lack of a more complex explanation. Chirp software has many features, some of which are not available using the baofeng factory software, such as. How to programme baofeng uv5r driver issues solved. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software installing the baofeng programming cable can be relatively easy, if you know how. Programming your baofeng gt3 with the cable on windows 10. If anyone has any luck please post back your results. Our antivirus analysis shows that this download is safe. Conrad nerdahl wa6kue windows 10, baofeng, and chirp the windows 10 installationupgrade includes a newer version of the prolific usbserial driver. Theamcrest ftdi usb programmable cable is used by most baofeng radios. This usb cable is used to program the codeplug needed to configure this walkietalkie dmr. Baofeng bf88a 88e usb charging upgraded 888s frs pmr. To start, the computer should be on and the radio should be off. Baofeng ftdi usb cable recognized by os x yosemite 10. I fired up my windows 7 machine to use the recommended vip programming software and it didnt recognise the usb programming cable.
Works with baofeng uv5r, uv82, uvb6 and bff9 dual band amateur radios. Radioddity is the place to go for all your amateur, business and freelicense radio needs. Mac osx and linux users are recommended to use a virtual machine to run the vip windows programming software. The uv5r is the base model for a lot of variants, so this page will apply to many more people than just those with that specific badge on their radio. The baofeng uv5r can be programmed both by the keys that are on the radio, and by using software. Uv5r the uv5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. If your computer did not automatically update to the latest ftdi driver you can do so by. Up for sale is a 100% brand new interface cable for baogeng uv5r radio interface cable for kenwood twopinribless design rib box not required free software for baofeng continue reading baofeng usb programming cable driver with. Discussion in amateur radio software started by ka4lec, mar 27.
Uv5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. Baofeng tyt wouxun amateur ham radio usb programming. Baofeng usb programming cable for baofeng uv5r,bff8hp, bf888s,uv82hp,gt3 handheld ham radio transceiver ham two way radio with driver cd. I could not get the baofeng software to work and ran into some issues with the. Vip software is designed for windows operating systems. You should see a balloon popup that says installing device driver software. Software will not work with the btech uv5x3, the baofeng uv5r3, uv5x mate uv82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. This version of chirp software will work with the baofeng uv5r. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc. The usb cable driver offered by baofeng is buggy and the programming software made by the manufacturer is, for all intents and purposes, junk. Baofeng usb programming cable driver with cd software support windows 10 if you have a problem, please contact us and we will provide operational video. New usb programming cable for baofeng dmr dm5r, radioddity rd5r, baofeng dm1701 and dm1801. System utilities downloads uv6 uv7 series by baofeng and many more programs are available for instant and free download.
Install chirp for baofeng uv5r on windows 10 and linux usb to serial. When using chirp it simply says radio did not ack first command. Usb port, windows will automatically download the latest driver causing the generic cable to fail. Due to prolific usbserial chip clones found in generic usb programming. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. 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. An exception is the uv5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. Baofeng uv5r drivers for win7 amateur radio stack exchange. Light weight and versatile, full hd color led display, exquisite and clarity.
How to program baofeng uv5ruv82 without usb cable must be in slot a to program. Programming with computer and software is easier, but has its problems. Some of these cables may even have the baofeng name printed on them. The bao5r software helps you program memory channels and menu settings of many baofeng uv5r radios variations. Browse the specifications and features of latest models of uv5r baofeng radios at baofengradio.
Install chirp for baofeng uv5r on linux or win10 one guy, one. 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. Once you have your usb cable all that is needed is to download the free programming software. How to programme repeaters in baofeng uv5r without software. Due to prolific usbserial chip clones found in generic usb programming cables, an older driver is required in lieu of the one supplied by windows. The official baofeng software for dm5r and rd5r for windows can be downloaded below.
This seems to be a strong subject of this radio so i figured i would lend a hand on programming it without the computer cable. About baofeng uv5r the baofeng uv5r is a compact handheld radio scanner transceiver providing 4 watts in the frequency range of 6174400480 mhz. I too have a uv5r and have yet to successfully program it using the baofeng or chirp softwares. Now that i had the correct usb cable, i installed the latest daily build of chirp, which according to some posts i read was needed depended on the firmware build installed on the baofeng uv5r2. Baofeng tech provides usb cables that plug into your computer windows, osx, linux and will work with your systems default drivers. One of the incompatibilities is to cause the radio to transmit when the programming cable is plugged in. 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. Install chirp for baofeng uv5r on windows 10 and linux usb to serial programming cable usb programming cable. Original baofeng usb programming cable with software cd for uv5r series, bf888s and more. Error occurs if prolific driver version is higher than v3. To find and install the baofeng usb programming cable driver and programming software correctly, follow the instructions below. Drivers are not required for the radio, but for the usb cable, as it has to provide a serial port via usb.
We are the authorized distributor of baofeng products. If your programming cable has a counterfeit prolific chip and are using the device driver automatically installed by windows, this device driver is intentionally incompatible with unauthorized copies of the prolific chip. Works with windows 7 32 and 64 bit, windows 8 and 8. In addition, the product is covered by a 1 year manufacturers warranty which will be honored by us through our office in houston, tx. Driver supplied on cdrom for windows 98me2000, windows xp, windows vista, windows7. We guarantee that your product will be 100% functional or we will issue you an immediate replacement. Failure to do so may only bring more frustration when things dont work. The daily builds also enable new settings you can program, including setting the squelch. For connecting the radio to the pc i used this generic, cheap kenwoodstyle serial cable. 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.
It came without any drivers, and at least for windows 10 and linux. Mobile gmrs50x1 mobile uv50x3 mobile uv50x2 mobile uv. Devicebaofeng uv5re usb driver for windows 7 microsoft. If your computer did not automatically update to the latest ftdi driver you can do so by visiting this link right here. Also works with kenwood two pin radios, wouxun, puxing, weierwei, quansheng and other two way radios with a kenwood k1 connector. 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. After making this change, you must unplug and replug your usb programming cable for the new com port number to be effective. The size of the latest downloadable installation package is 2.
Tech support scams are an industrywide issue where scammers trick you into paying for unnecessary technical support services. Of course, the solution is use the programming software which is often helpful and often not. How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham. Im assuming based on the previous posts that i need to take a closer look at the driver situation. Baofeng usb programming cable accessory for uv5r5ra5r plus5re, uv3r plus, bf888s with driver cd. A video i made on how to programme the baofeng uv5r with chirp software and also how to solve usbcom port issues. There is no need to use any cd as the drivers automatically download through your operating system.
It appears that many of the cheap baofeng usb programming cables use a clone of the prolific pl2303 chip that is not supported by the latest windows driver. Once you have your usb cable all that is needed is to download the free programming software, available right on our site. All information, software, etc is provided in good faith and at your risk. Program your baofeng walkie talkie with this brilliant usb programming cable for baofeng walkie talkie. Baofeng uv5r plus two way radio 5 colors dual band 41w.
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