It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. Our antivirus analysis shows that this download is safe. This software is available as a courtesy to our readers. Please feel free to comment with questions, subscribe, like the video, message me with video requests. Original baofeng usb programming cable with software cd for uv 5r series, bf888s and more. Configuring chirp to download from the baofeng uv5r. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and softwares for a wide range of our products. Chirp and the baofeng cable worked fine with me on both windows.
How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. Chirp is free open source software anyone can download. Manually programing your baofeng uv5ra dual band transceiver by bob peterson ke7rap, randall jones ae7rj and jack tiley ad7fo 1. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and. If you are running the blb app on an apple device that is using ios 6. Bftech ftdi pc03 genuine usb programming cable dual pin. Laminated foldout pocket guide, six panels of information that cover everything the radio does. May 23, 20 the baofeng uv5ra is a dual band handheld covering both the 2 meter and the 70 centimeter bands. If you are so licensed, then you can also use this radio as a commercial radio under fcc part 90 otherwise called private land mobile radio service. Be sure to install the right program for your particular radio. Easily program a ham radio on a mac or windows youtube. Downloaded the software form the baofeng web site and the software from here.
Baofeng programming software software free download. Chirp programming tutorial with the baofeng uv5r uv5r. Second time through and chirp was able to write the memories back to andys uv5ra. 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.
Rt systems bao5r programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the baofeng pofung uv 5r and uv 5ra hts. To verify the connection, run the chirp programming software. The size of the latest downloadable installation package is 2. 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. Original baofeng programming cable for two way radio. Before loading any software, you must verify your current firmware release. Rt systems releases macos programming software for baofeng, uv5r, yaesu ft60 icom id51, id51a, id51ae, id51plus, id51plus2.
Pc04 programming cable software programming cable for the btech uv25x2, uv25x4, and uv50x2 genuine ftdi chipset works with the latest windows, mac os x, and linux drivers if you are tired of messing with the counterfeit prolific chips in the other cables available on amazon. Using the software would be much more beneficial if you needed to. Bftech ftdi pc03 genuine usb programming cable dual pin for. Sep 14, 20 in this video me and railfan227 show you how to program a baofeng uv 5r. Original baofeng usb programming cable with software cd for uv5r series, bf888s and more. Software will not work with the btech uv 5x3, the baofeng uv 5r3, uv 5x mate uv 82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. If you are a vendor and want to have your radio supported by chirp, please see informationforvendors. 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. Macos programmers are available now for the following. How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham. The kmc series adhere to the principle that wisdom creates technology. 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.
Program the baofeng uv5ra by and for new gmrs license holder. Baofeng uv 5r uv 5ra setup mac cable chirp brent skipper. I have the proper drivers and cable installedi think. Generally this wil work for any mac os radio and any radio that chirp can be used for. 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. It is a compact, economical ht that includes a special vhf receive band from 65 108 mhz which includes the regular fm broadcast band. Baofeng uv5r programming with chirp software or keypad. Pressing and holding this key will allow you to transmit. We will not be responsible for any damage caused by improper loading or use of radio outside its factory specified limits.
Rt systems releases macos programming software for baofeng, uv5r, yaesu ft60. Macbook pro laptop chirp software baofeng uv5ra radio. 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. Pc04 programming cable software programming cable for the btech uv 25x2, uv 25x4, and uv 50x2 genuine ftdi chipset works with the latest windows, mac os x, and linux drivers if you are tired of messing with the counterfeit prolific chips in the other cables available on amazon this cable this is your answe. May 23, 20 programming the baofeng uv5ra is actually pretty easy when using a computer. Buy usb cable for it i found mine on ebay and install using driver from miklor or the cd. Setup tips for using the chirp software with a macbook pro laptop. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software installing the baofeng programming cable can be relatively easy, if you know how. Vip software is designed for windows operating systems. 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. All bf series uv series gt series dm5r plus mobile car radio. Nifty accessories niftybaofeng uv5r educational quick. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. 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. 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. New mac os x must install the runtime once before running chirp. Most likely, andy didnt have a driver issue on his laptop. The baofeng uv5r is a compact hand held transceiver providing 4 watts in the frequency range of 6174 mhz and 400480mhz 520mhz later versions. Mac osx and linux users are recommended to use a virtual machine to run the btech programming software. The greatest appeal of baofengs dm1701 lies in its ability to deliver great dmr compatibility. The baofeng uv5r can be programmed both by the keys that are on the radio, and by using software. Rt systems bao5r programming software and usbk4y cable. The daily builds also enable new settings you can program, including setting the squelch. Operating system selection available when adding to cart. I would only use the included software if you need to set this up for the commercial band. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc uv5r. The program should download the frequencies from the radio.
It seemed like a low risk way to get back into the hobby. The best part about chirp is that its open source software, and it supports not just the baofeng but my yaesu and icom radios as. Mar 28, 2015 configuring chirp to download from the baofeng uv5r. 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.
Just hook up the cable, press the exit button while you turn the radio on, and then tell chirp to download the radios configuration. Bao8s software set and usbk4y cable software includes programs for program memories and other setting of the baofeng uv8d uv8r and uv8hx radios. Page 6 baofeng uv5ra quick start guide symbol function make the led light flash. I would like to share the results of programming my new baofeng uv5rh on my mac running os x yosemite 10. Manually programing your baofeng uv5ra dual band transceiver. It offers an easy to use interface compatible with windows, mac, and linux pc s. As a first radio ive purchased the baofeng uv5ra along with the nagoya771 antenna, because its cheap and should i not continue in the hobby, i wont feel bad for. At that stage we didnt know that the basic baofeng uv5 software didnt work with the new style rig, so i suspect that had he installed chirp it would have probably worked fine. It has a special vhf receive band from 65 108 mhz which includes the regular fm broadcast band. Software will not work with the btech uv5x3, the baofeng uv5r3, uv5x mate uv82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. Using chirp daily build for setting up the baofeng uv5ra vhfuhf tranceiver hopefullylegally for gmrs license holders who wants to use the frs, gmrs and murs channels without getting in trouble with the fcc. Mac osx and linux users are recommended to use a virtual machine to run the vip windows programming software. Having launched the baofeng series of wireless walkietalkies and related ancillary products.
An exception is the uv 5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. Chirp ham radio programming softwarebasic step by step. Uv 5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants. This programming cable also compatible with a wide variety of portable. 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. Program software for baofeng uv5r windows 64 bit vip version. To resolve the potential conflict and avoid confusion, danny feemster from buy two way radios will show you how to. Then your mac will download the memory of the baofeng right into chirp, using what it calls cloning. The bao5r radio programmer is available for either windows os or mac os.
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. How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham radio. In this video me and railfan227 show you how to program a baofeng uv5r. Anyone have any suggestions or can send me a copy of the software. 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. Its used for programming a wide range of amateur radios of different makes and models, and in multiple formats and data sources. Works with windows 7 32 and 64 bit, windows 8 and 8. Baofeng fans often want to know what firmware version is on their amateur radios. Rt systems releases macos programming software for baofeng.
Coflash has an intuitive user interface with a traditional windows graphical user interface gui, and a command line mode as well. 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. Load only the software designed for your firmware release. Programming with computer and software is easier, but has its problems.
Programming your baofeng radio with chirp and solving the. I am trying to program my yaesu vx6 from my macbook pro and continue to. The baofeng uv5ra is a compact, economical ht covering 2 meters and 440 mhz. 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. About baofeng dm1701 the dm1701 is the most costeffective dmr ht on the market, with solid hardware construction and easy to use programming software. Rt systems bao5r programming software and usbk4y cable for. The baofeng uv5r supports the most common analog tones. Reviews generally say it is an ok radio, especially for a beginner. Coming soon, programming software for these radios. Dec 15, 2015 connecting the radio to a mac and finding the driver for setup of cable. Folded to the size of a credit card for easy carrying in a wallet or purse. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc. Rt systems bao5r programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the pofung uv 5r and uv 5ra hts.
The baofeng handheld radios are inexpensive but cover many frequencies, making them the swiss army knives of the budget ham radio community. Compatible with baofeng two way radio baofeng uv5ruv5rauv5r plus, bf888s, uv5r ex, uv5rx3, radioddity ga2s, ga5s. The cable does come with software, but its not at all userfriendly in my opinion. Rt systems has announced the release of macos versions of their popular programming software for several radios. Click here for manual keypad programming for the uv5r. Tone calling private line is required by most repeater applications and the uv5r supports the latest standards. How to check the firmware version of the baofeng uv5r. Unfortunately, since the release of version bfb297, the firmware version number that displays on the screen of the baofeng uv 5r dual band uhfvhf amateur radio may not be what is actually installed. Niftybaofeng uv5r description hide trifolded reference card. Baofeng uv5r uv5ra setup mac cable chirp brent skipper. Rt systems bao5r programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the pofung uv5r and uv5ra hts.
The baofeng uv 5r can be programmed both by the keys that are on the radio, and by using software. Lets program a baofeng uv5r radio with chirp software to get the job done. For both uses, you must have your license in order to transmit with the radio. Read the current configuration from the radio for editing or start from scratch in a new file. Recommended use chirp programming software compatible models note. Spreadsheet layout with many point and click options. Pressing and hold this key removes all squelch from the frequency you are listening to. Click go to radio on the menu bar and choose download from radio. Apr 11, 2019 programming your baofeng radio with chirp and solving the prolific driver issue april 11, 2019 arcanecode leave a comment ok, this post is a bit off what i normally talk about, but i wanted to add it so id have a spot to point people back to, and more importantly be able to refer back to it myself. Rt systems develops the premier software for baofeng uv5r handheld. The baofeng uv5ra is a dual band handheld covering both the 2 meter and the 70 centimeter bands. It is a compact, economical ht that includes a special vhf receive band from 65108 mhz which includes the regular fm broadcast band. Part 90 hand held transceiver providing 4 watts in the frequency range of 6174 mhz and 400480 mhz. Click here to download the latest mac os x version.
Chirp ham radio programming software basic step by step. The baofeng uv5r, is an amazing, yet economically priced radio. Using the keypad to program the radio i dont recommend this. 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. Bao8s software set software program memories and other setting of the baofeng uv 8d, uv 8r and uv 8hx radios.
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