I am using chirp version 20150118 and a 2202 uv 82x which works fine. Software uv 5r ex chirp programming engilsh uv 5r ex programming guideline. Buy baofeng uv b6 dual band walkie talkie 2 way radio. Baofeng uv 8d 8 watt 400480 mhz uhf radio programming cable for uv5r seems to work no templates in chirp as of a few days ago seems to be similar to uv 82. Factory oem software chirp software and faq recovery from erratic behavior technical section 220mhz conversion results what is ctcssdcs hardware, cables, antennas, pin outs. Programming a digital pl into the boafeng uv 5r im still baffled and hope someone can assist me in a programming need. A battery save feature helps conserve power until it is needed. Chirp version 20160215 and i assume all later versions will read from and program to the uvb6.
Baofeng uvb5 baofeng uvb5 baofeng uvb5 baofeng uvb5 baofeng uvb5 baofeng uvb5 uvb5 uv b5 uvb5 uv b5 uvb5 uv b5 uvb5 uv b5 uvb5 uv b5 uvb5 uv b5 uvb5 uv b5. Works with baofeng uv 5r, uv 82, uv b6 and bff9 dual band amateur radios. Baofeng uv b6 issue with chirp, but connects fine to baofeng software. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and softwares for a wide range of our products. Baofeng handheld btech mobile radio programming software. Baofengpofung is shipping some uv b5 uv b6 radios in versions that only have 27 menus instead of the original 29 menus. Programming with computer and software is easier, but has its problems. Hi guys, i got a new uv b6 and this programming cable off amazon. When i run the software that came with the cable just called uv b5. Fortunately i have had little problem with using chirp and the uv 5r radios. May 24, 20 as far as software ive tried both the chirp daily build and the factory uv b5 software that i downloaded from the baofeng site at the following link.
Forget that poor excuse for software from the chinese. They both have different software downloads on the baofeng site, and even trying all the available software with the uv 6 out of frustration, and in case they had misnamed something seems futile. Heres how to program gb3da into the baofeng uvb6 from the radio. I downloaded the latest version direct from baofeng the version of software that im using is called baofeng uvb5 v1. How do i get this back to the way it was, i see no options for this in the software or chirp. Ive been very happy with the baofeng uv 5ra, but baofeng has released some newer models on the market so i thought it was time to take a look at the current offerings. System utilities downloads uv 6 uv 7 series by baofeng and many more programs are available for instant and free download.
Chirp programming software chirp software download chirp website. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface with multiple data sources and formats. When i turn on the power, the lcd shows all segments but wont fully boot up. Install chirp for baofeng uv 5r on windows 10 and linux usb to serial programming cable usb programming cable. The baofeng uv 5r programming software free download can be found on the chirp website. Vip software is designed for windows operating systems. Baofeng uv b6 dual band walkie talkie 2 way radio by. Replacement software cd for baofeng uv series programming cable. Mac osx and linux users are recommended to use a virtual machine to run the vip windows programming software. Two of the big names in radio programming are chirp and rt systems. These links will take you to jim mitchells web site to download the software.
Were going to program a baofeng radio with chirp software. Software will not work with the btech uv 5x3, the baofeng uv 5r3, uv 5x mate uv 82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. Chirp doesnt seem to work using the baofeng driver software off the. With 99 channel capacity and up to 10 hours of battery life, the uv b6 is a good option for hams who want a more solid, durable ht at a very low cost. Programming software for radio communication device zastone. Improved working driver works with microsoft windows xp, windows vista, windows 7, windows 8 and windows 10. Jan 30, 20 on the surface, it is your typical dual band 5w chinese ht. This software is used for uv 82, misuta 82 plus download. Its solidly made, seems to behave well, and does a better job than our previous baofeng models. May 21, 2017 this video is to help educate others on the process i use to get my baofeng radio to program using chirp software.
Using chirp software, you are allowed you to extend the frequency entry range to 128270 and 400520mhz. Baob5b6 programming software for the baofeng uvb5 and uvb6. Chirp is free, open source software thats used with a thirdparty programming cable. Jul 04, 2015 two of the big names in radio programming are chirp and rt systems. 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. Models such as the uv3r, uvb6, bff9 and the legendary uv5r are. Chirp has supported the baofeng uv b5 and uv b6 in the daily builds since early april. Baofeng uv b5 b6 programming software for windows this software has been made available as a courtesy to our readers. Secondly, the needs of users are growing, requirements are increasing and the needs are changing for baofeng uv 82 software. Install chirp for baofeng uv5r on linux or win10 one. I am programming the uv 5r to work on my fire department channels, but one of the channels uses a digital pl or tone with the repeater. An exception is the uv 5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. The radios are ultraprogrammable and i havent had any trouble with the programming software but ive read online that others have. I do think they added features to chirp to modify some of the settings only the baofeng software could change previously.
All information, software, etc is provided in good faith and at your risk. Some more recent uvb5 b6 radios ship with only 27 menu options as. Baofeng uv5ra, uvb5, uv82, and yaesu vx6r comparison. Programming software rss for the baofeng uv b5 and uv b6 series of portable radios notes. Kg uv commander by jim mitchell free programming software for the wouxun dual band radios. Yeah the uv b56s with 27 menus dont work with current chirp at the moment. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. For a twist, itll start up just fine with the programming cable attached, but not updownload within chirp. The uv6, which is without a screen and different to the uvb6 can be programmed with the chirp software. Rt systems makes commercial programming kits which include both software and a radiospecific cable.
Im using the very popular chirp software with my uv 5r. How to program a baofeng uv5r w chirp software or keypad. Chirp programming software for your amateur radio maxton. First, new technologies are emerging, as a result, the equipment is being improved and that, in turn, requires software changes. You will need a daily build to program either radio. One caution if you arent careful, its possible to program these radios for frequencies and power settings that are legal for operation in the u. I tried to use baofengs own software with my uv b6 but even that wouldnt work. I downloaded the latest version direct from baofeng the version of software that im using is called baofeng uv b5 v1. Programming baofeng uv9r through communication cable. The baofeng uv b6 is a multifunctional dual band uhfvhf amateur handheld two way radio thats also budget friendly. There are several warnings when go to use this software with this radio because of the huge number of different firmware versions and they are not upgradable.
It came without any drivers, and at least for windows 10 and linux ubuntu, mint you dont need any. Here are the links to the radios on the baofeng site. Also works with kenwood two pin radios, wouxun, puxing, weierwei, quansheng and other two way radios with a kenwood k1 connector. Most people looking for baofeng uv 6 software downloaded.
Review baofeng uvb5 baofeng uvb6 ham radio blog pd0ac. Continue reading baofeng uv 5ra, uv b5, uv 82, and yaesu vx6r comparison. How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham radio. For me, the software supplied on the cd was useless. Programming software rss for the baofeng uv 5r series of portable radios. These radios ignore the test mode settings of both the chirp and the oem software.
Chirp programming software for your amateur radio maxton data. Baob5b6 programming software for the baofeng uvb5 and. Wouxun software download baofeng software download. The baofeng uv b6 is excellent value and a very popular choice.
I wont get a radio without a display again cant be programmed without software and that software. The baob5 b6 programmer is rt systems software designed specifically for the baofeng uv b5 and uv b6 radios, to give you the ease and convenience of programming the memories and set menu options of your radio from your pc. Programming baofeng uv 9r through communication cable. Chirp should work with all firmware versions of the radio you read from the radio first, which sets up a template, then you modify the programming or replace it by importing another file, and write it back to the radio. Please feel free to ask questions in the comments below. The uv b6 is a bit different from the uv 6 in that the former has a keypad and a display, the latter doesnt. Baofeng uv series usb data cable driver and programming software. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software.
You also have to program the ctcss tone for access to the repeater. Chirp has supported the baofeng uvb5 and uvb6 in the daily builds since early april. Baofeng uvb6 showing gb3da repeater baofeng uvb6 pc programming software in summary, were impressed with this little radio. Uv 5r the uv 5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. In this video, we unbox the latest baofeng, run through some of the functions and give it a try. Rss for the baofeng uv b5 and uv b6 series of portable radios.
Baofeng bff8 and uv 5r series programming software. 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. Uv b6 also has better receiver and better stock antenna, i use nagoya rh701 with my uv 5r, but uv b6 stock antenna is better than that rh701, so i have to buy uv b56 stock antenna for my 5r. The uv 5r metering is either going to display a onebar or allbars display the receiver in the uv b6 and the uv b5. Baofeng uvb6 issue with chirp, but connects fine to baofeng. I have a baofeng uv b6 which previously worked correctly. Many new ham licensees start with a basic handheld radio. Baofeng uvb6 issue with chirp, but connects fine to. Use the latest build from chirp and you are on your way. I think these were a newer batch that had been upgraded at the factory but when i reset they reverted to an earlier configuration, any thoughts on how to adjust. Programming gb3da repeater into the baofeng uvb6 essex ham. The baofeng handheld radios are inexpensive but cover many frequencies, making them the swiss army knives of the budget ham radio community.
The baofeng uvb6 comes with a rechargeable liion battery pack, belt clip, removable antenna, dropin battery charger, ac adapter, wrist strap, owners manual and a two year manufacturer warranty from baofeng. This video is to help educate others on the process i use to get my baofeng radio to program using chirp software. Aug 22, 20 we take a look at the baofeng uv b6 handheld amateur radio. We are targeting this page at the absolute beginner. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface. Users have reported that this download is compatible with the indicated operating systems but an x does not necessarily mean it isnt. In this video, we unbox the latest baofeng, run through some of the functions and give. The question that remains is the actual operating capability within that range. Related to the programming method, you can use a simple china ftdi module and chirp software by selecting uv 82wp model, until they will update the database with this model.
Baofeng 5ra marine and nordic hunting chanals chirp csv files. Twoway radios free delivery possible on eligible purchases. The baofeng uv b6 has up to 5w of power and is powered by 2000mah liion battery pack for up to 10 hours approx. For connecting the radio to the pc i used this generic, cheap kenwoodstyle serial cable. Jan 31, 2018 install chirp for baofeng uv5r on windows 10 and linux usb to serial programming cable usb programming cable. Chirp has supported the baofeng uvb5 and uvb6 in the daily builds. View and purchase baofeng accessories, sort by radio series at the baofeng accessory page. Locate the chirp programming software for your operating system. As far as chirp not working with the driver that you downloaded from the baofeng website, you didnt provide much useful information that could be used to help you with. We take a look at the baofeng uv b6 handheld amateur radio. Our baofeng radio software includes the most uptodate features and we have programs for updating each baofeng radio model. There is a special method at miklor which describes loading the proper usb driver for the uv 82x under chirp, if your usb driver is not correct then the radio will not communicate with the software. The documentation that comes with the radio is inadequate for beginners, and even for advanced users has several errors and omissions.
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