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Gain access to the settings of baofeng bff8hp portable radio devices. The lead arrived with andy and he installed the drivers but on running up the baofeng programming software, it wouldnt talk to the radio. 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. One of the incompatibilities is to cause the radio to transmit when the programming cable. Being a low budget ham radio operator, i find the baofeng radios extremely appealing. Before you can program your radio with chirp, youll need the baofeng usb programming cable. Baofeng uv5r programming with chirp software or keypad. Usually have no problems with anything driver related because i do. 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. Aliexpress carries wide variety of products, so you can find just what youre looking for and maybe something you. Install chirp for baofeng uv5r on windows 10 and linux usb to serial programming cable usb programming cable. An idiots guide to programming your baofeng uv5r radio by w7dtg. 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. If your computer did not automatically update to the latest ftdi driver you can do so by visiting this link right here.
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. Usb programming cable for baofeng uv5r driver cd uv82 bf888s accessory. Baofeng radio canada genuine baofeng radios free shipping. Programming your baofeng radio with chirp and solving the. Baofeng uv 5ra baofeng uv 5rc programming software uv 5ra programming software. Home ydc tech ftdi genuine usb programming cable for btech, baofeng, kenwood, and anytone radio.
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. The daily builds also enable new settings you can program, including setting the squelch. They are low cost dual band handheld radios that have all the features i want and need without taking out a small loan from the bank. Newest version support windows 7, 64 bit original baofeng programming cable for two way radio used for baofeng uv5r5ra5r plus5re, uv3r plus, bf888s note. Headset ptt cable f baofeng uv5r uv5ra ztactical comtac ii h50 msa sordin h60.
I bought a new uv 5ra and proceed to try to program. How to programme baofeng uv5r driver issues solved. Original baofeng usb programming cable with software cd for uv 5r series, bf888s and more. How to programme baofeng uv5r driver issues solved youtube. How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham radio. One of the incompatibilities is to cause the radio to transmit when the programming cable is plugged in. I know this has been done to death but alot of people still ask me.
Usb cable driver software download and install first. The simple installation of usb cable drivers changed with operating systems after winxp. Once you have your usb cable all that is needed is to download the free programming software, available right on our site. Baofeng radio programming software download homepage, chirp programming software, oem baofeng vip software. Find great deals on ebay for baofeng uv5r cable and baofeng uv5r accessories.
The transceiver is a microminiature multiband fm transceiver with extensive receive frequency coverage, providing localarea twoway amateur communications along with unmatched monitoring capability. 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. However, programming a baofeng radio from a computer isnt all that intuitive and can become messy even for the most experienced ham who is not used to chinesemade radios. 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. So i redownloaded chirp, pulled up my config file for the radio, edited the channels. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and softwares for a wide range of our products. Inserting the disc allowed me to install the driver which then shows up in device manager like this. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. How to program baofeng uv5r series with programming software.
The key was getting the correct programming cable and the correct comms port identified. Andy decided to order a lead and driver anyway and return the lead to me. A video i made on how to programme the baofeng uv5r with chirp. With chirp i was able to read the programming from my wouxun and copy that to the new radio. The authentic cable has specific chips that work with baofeng drivers. Note that it sees the cable, but does not know what to do with it. Manually programing your baofeng uv5ra dual band transceiver by bob peterson ke7rap, randall jones ae7rj and jack tiley ad7fo 1. Programming with computer and software is easier, but has its problems.
Failure to do so may only bring more frustration when things dont work. Even though the programming cable came with its own programming software, i choose just to install the drivers for the programming cable from the included cd. Uv5x3, bff8hp, and uv82hp helpful baofeng guides and programming tips at re. To start, the computer should be on and the radio should be off. Thanks finally bit the bullet and bought the uv5ra last month, and got a programming cable from amazon with was supposedly genuine baofeng, but did not work. Find great deals on ebay for baofeng uv 5r cable and baofeng uv 5r accessories. A video i made on how to programme the baofeng uv5r with chirp software and also how to solve usbcom port issues. Find great deals on ebay for baofeng uv5r programming cable and baofeng uv5r antenna.
Mac osx and linux users are recommended to use a virtual machine to run the vip windows programming software. Since i opted for the compatible usb programming cable for baofeng to program the baofeng uv 5r, i received a cable and a small cd with the baofeng programming cable driver on it. It came without any drivers, and at least for windows 10 and linux ubuntu, mint you dont need any. Devicebaofeng uv5re usb driver for windows 7 microsoft. Since i opted for the compatible usb programming cable for baofeng to program the baofeng uv5r, i received a cable and a small cd with the baofeng programming cable driver on it. Usb programming cables, an older driver is required in lieu of the driver now. Unfollow baofeng uv 5r programming cable to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Allows to easily program the frequencies of its baofeng from a computer, as well as to update the. Jan 31, 2018 install chirp for baofeng uv5r on windows 10 and linux usb to serial programming cable usb programming cable. Windows, osx, linux and will work with your systems default drivers. Uv5x3, bff8hp, and uv82hp helpful baofeng guides and programming tips at.
If prolific appears, or a yellow warning triangle appears under ports or other devices, it is recommended that the driver be backdated to 3. Featuring the 2pin speakermicrophone connection common among kenwood, baofeng, tyt, and. The usb cable driver offered by baofeng is buggy and the programming software made by the manufacturer is, for all intents and purposes, junk. Also works with kenwood two pin radios, wouxun, puxing, weierwei, quansheng and other two way radios with a kenwood k1 connector. Mengshen programmierkabel usb programming cable kabel compatible for baofeng two way radio uv5r5ra5r plus5re uv3r plusbf888s walkie. Install chirp for baofeng uv5r on linux or win10 one. All information, drivers and software can you find here. We believe in helping you find the product that is right for you. Ydc tech ftdi genuine usb programming cable for btech. 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. Ftdi genuine usb programming cable for btech, baofeng, kenwood, and anytone radio. Popular usb programming cable for baofeng uv 5r driver of good quality and at affordable prices you can buy on aliexpress. This cable works with the latest ftdi drivers the drivers are also downloadable directly from ht. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and.
Programming software downloads before plugging in a programming cable all chinese programming cables have fake chips in them and require older drivers to make them work correctly. Be sure you buy a cable from a reputable dealer and not a cheap knock off, or you will risk frying something. At that stage we thought it was a driver issue on andys laptop. Genuine usb programming cable for baofeng uv5r, uv6r, uv82, bf888s and all walkietalkies and portable baofeng analogue such as. Bao5r software program memories and other setting of the baofeng uv 5r in many variations see works with list in the header for this category.
I recommend the above cable since it is sold by baofeng and works great with the included ftdi chipset. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc uv5r. 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. To find and install the baofeng usb programming cable driver and. Bao5r software program memories and other setting of the baofeng uv5r in many variations see works with list in the header for this category. Also, if you insert your programming cable into your radio. Baofeng tech provides usb cables that plug into your computer windows, osx, linux and will work with your systems default drivers. Programming cable baofeng gt3 uv5r uv5r pro db9 com port. There is no need to use any cd as the drivers automatically download through your operating system. Works with baofeng uv5r, uv82, uvb6 and bff9 dual band amateur radios. Usually have no problems with anything driver related because i do my research, but this one was just not going to work. Vista, win7, win8 and win10 all try to install a driver of their choice instead of one that actually works with. 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. Wouxun software download baofeng software download.
I have had them set up using chirp with the same channelsets and i decided today that i wanted to eliminate some of the channels for now. I have the proper drivers and cable installedi think. Baofeng is a market leader in its segment and the baofeng uv5r is. Refer here for guidelines from baofeng on what a genuine cable looks like and where to get one. Baofeng ip67 waterproof walkie talkie two way radio ham walkie talkie uv 9r. Download baofeng program zip files into a directory on your pc. A pair 2 pcs baofeng ct9frs family frequency service frs radio, ic certified. How to program baofeng uv5ruv82 without usb cable must be in slot a to program. Driver supplied on cdrom for windows 98me2000, windows xp. 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. Driver supplied on cdrom for windows 98me2000, windows xp, windows vista, windows7. To find and install the baofeng usb programming cable driver and programming software correctly, follow the instructions below. Accessories antennas battery car radio featured collection ftdi headset high power radios hot products mic mobile programming cable triband twoway radio waterproof. Bao5r programming software and usbk4y cable for the baofeng pofung uv5r and uv5ra includes.
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The baofeng radios are capable of doing many things that are not legal, and some that are only legal with the proper licensing see transmitting section below. Manually programing your baofeng uv5ra dual band transceiver. Baofeng original speaker mic for uv5r f8hp gt3 uv5ra uv5re. Bftech genuine prolific pl2303 usb programming cable dual. Accessories baofeng radio us the official baofeng us. Genuine ftdi usb programming cable no driver issues no old drivers needed plug and play unlike the common clone usb programming cables available amazon these cables just work. Mengshen programmierkabel usb programming cable kabel. Best value usb programming cable for baofeng uv 5r driver.
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