Mac osx and linux users are recommended to use a virtual machine to run the btech programming software. Software will not work with the btech uv5x3, the baofeng uv5r3, uv5x mate uv82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. This page provides general tips and troubleshooting for the baofeng uv5r, uv82. Apr 04, 20 making chrip work with baofeng uv 5r on my mac. Rt systems releases macos programming software for baofeng, uv5r. Connecting the radio to a mac and finding the driver for setup of cable.
Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and softwares for a wide range of our products. Assuming you are here from a search engine, you might find my other posts interesting. The various models of baofeng handheld transceivers keep popping up everywhere. It is a compact, economical ht that includes a special vhf receive band from 65 108 mhz which includes the regular fm broadcast band. The baofeng uv5r is a compact hand held transceiver providing 4 watts in the frequency range of 6174 mhz and 400480mhz 520mhz later versions.
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. Program software for baofeng uv5r windows 64 bit vip version. These cables are not all the same, so the computer needs a software driver so it can recognize the. How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham. Updated amazon links, added parts and software list to bottom of. 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. An exception is the uv5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. This radio has uv5r3 on the lfront or uv5r iii on the label under the battery and a band button on its face which when pressed, toggles between a 2m, 220mhz and 440mhz vfo. Mac osx and linux users are recommended to use a virtual machine to run the vip windows programming software. Works with windows 7 32 and 64 bit, windows 8 or 8.
Making chrip work with baofeng uv5r on my mac kg7bhp. Baofeng programming software freeware free download baofeng. Mar 27, 2012 this version of chirp software will work with the baofeng uv 5r. The link contains the software for the baofeng dm5r dmr radio for windows and mac os. Baofeng uv5r the chinese radio documentation project open source documentation project based in stockholm, sweden offering a much better manual for the baofeng uv5r. The link contains the software for the baofeng dm 5r dmr radio for windows and mac os. Baofeng programming software freeware free download. Rt systems develops the premier software for pofung uv5r handheld radios. Success was not easy, and the path to success was a. Easily program a ham radio on a mac or windows youtube.
Vip software is designed for windows operating systems. System utilities downloads uv 6 uv 7 series by baofeng and many more programs are available for instant and free download. The baofeng uv5r is a popular twoband radio worldwide. Models such as the uv3r, uvb6, bff9 and the legendary uv5r are a common staple in the modern ham shack, and with good reason. A list of baofeng how to and other helpful resources. Their software works fine, but another alternative which i prefer is the free software called chirp, which is excellent, and works for just about every ham vhfuhf radio that can be programmed by a serial cable.
The baofeng uv 5r can be programmed both by the keys that are on the radio, and by using software. Baofengpofung uv5r series twoway radio programming. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. Chirp is a free, opensource tool for programming your amateur radio. Uv5r the uv5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. The baofeng uv 5r programming software chirp is available here on this page to download you get your free software from below links just click on the given link to start the download. 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. The rt systems software for a particular baofeng radio baoxxx works for the same model radio. The size of the latest downloadable installation package is 2. Baofeng support your home page for everything baofeng. Lets program a baofeng uv5r radio with chirp software to get the job done.
See my postings or check out pd0acs blog for more information. It supports a large number of manufacturers and models, as well as provides a way to interface. If you are running the blb app on an apple device that is using ios 6. 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. Baofeng dm17021703 programming software firmware upgrade. Rt systems radio programming software for the pofung uv5r. I cant find the programming software anywhere for my baofeng 1801. 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. Download baofeng uv5r programming chirp cable driver. Macos programmers are available now for the following. Read the current configuration from the radio for editing or start from scratch in a new file. I dont remember, but the software might be specific to particular models. How to program the baofeng uv5r radio the best ham radio. Original baofeng usb programming cable with software cd for uv 5r series, bf888s and more.
Program software for baofeng uv 5r windows 64 bit vip version. Since its introduction the uv 5r has seen a massive success. Sep 14, 20 in this video me and railfan227 show you how to program a baofeng uv 5r. Just install the software, plug in the rt systems ftdi programming cable, and begin programming your baofeng or pofung uv 5r series analog radio.
Also very frequently, the new owner of such a radio finds that they cannot figure out how. Were going to program a baofeng radio with chirp software. Development of chirp is an allvolunteer effort and is offered as opensource software, free of charge. For users that are new to portable programming, its difficult to program, due to a lack of baofengs support and because of its poorly written user manual. Baofeng introduced the uv 5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012. An exception is the uv 5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas.
Baofeng introduced the uv5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012. Spreadsheet layout with many point and click options. 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. Baofeng ftdi usb cable recognized by os x yosemite 10. View and download baofeng uv 5r user manual online.
How to reset a baofeng uv5r two way radio includes instructions on setting the menu and audio prompts back from chinese to english after a reset. Btech pc04 ftdi usb programming cable for uv25x2, uv25x4. Mar 28, 2015 baofeng ftdi usb cable recognized by os x yosemite 10. In this video me and railfan227 show you how to program a baofeng uv5r. The daily builds also enable new settings you can program, including setting the squelch. The bao5r radio programmer is available for either windows os or mac os.
If you like chirp, please consider contributing a small donation to help support the costs of development and hardware. Baofeng bff8 and uv 5r series programming software. Download baofeng program zip files into a directory on. Software will not work with the btech uv 5x3, the baofeng uv 5r 3, uv 5x mate uv 82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. 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 uv 5r 2. Baofeng programming software freeware rapid sequencer programming software v. Open the chirp software, click on radio then choose download from radio. This official baofeng cable makes it easy to program baofeng bft1 frequencies and memories from a computer. This is a collection of known resources for the popular uv5r and other models of baofeng two way radios.
Also works with kenwood two pin radios, wouxun, puxing, weierwei, quansheng and other two way radios with a kenwood k1 connector. Baofeng uv 9r handheld programming amateur radio stack. 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. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software this entry was posted on november 11, 20 by rick. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc. Users have reported that this download is compatible with the indicated operating systems but an x does not necessarily mean it isnt. Macbook pro laptop chirp software baofeng uv5ra radio. This software is used for uv 82, misuta 82 plus download.
I have a uv5r with programming cable and it works fine. Programming software rss for the baofeng uv6 and uv7 series of portable radios notes. All information, software, etc is provided in good faith and at your risk. Radioddity is the place to go for all your amateur, business and freelicense radio needs. Works with baofeng uv5r, uv82, uvb6 and bff9 dual band amateur radios.
Since its introduction the uv5r has seen a massive success. Genuine ftdi chipset works with the latest windows, mac os x, and linux drivers. Jun 19, 2018 baofeng uv 5r cable driver for mac feedback if you are a seller for this product, would you like to suggest updates through seller support. Here we are providing another amazing software for your windows, linux, and mac. Mar 30, 2018 rt systems has announced the release of macos versions of their popular programming software for several radios. Not sure how to get this radio working and now im afraid im messing too much with my mac to do so. Uv 5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants.
Mac os x programming baofeng uv 5r 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 uv 5r radio using chirp and the usb cable. Chirp is installed both the stable version and daily build, the pl2303 driver is in my extensions folder. Compatible with baofeng uv5r series uv5r bff8 gt3, etc before loading any software, you must verify your current firmware release. Imo it is easier if you are already acquainted with it. How to program a baofeng radio easily with chirp software. Original baofeng usb programming cable with software cd for uv5r series, bf888s and more. This software and cable kit will not program any other baofeng nonuv5r radios. The programming cable can be used with the official baofeng programming software, as well as with the free chirp software for windows, mac and linux. 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 can be programmed both by the keys that are on the radio, and by using software. But i still like and use the standardupgraded baofeng software found on the site. Just install the software, plug in the rt systems ftdi programming cable, and begin programming your baofeng or pofung uv5r series analog radio. If you need macspecific help, you are at the right page.
Baofeng dm5r programming software download radiosification. 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. If you like chirp, please consider contributing a small donation to. Rt systems bao 5r programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the pofung uv 5r and uv 5ra hts. Rt systems releases macos programming software for baofeng. Please feel free to comment with questions, subscribe, like the. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc uv5r. The uv 5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen.
Mac os x programming baofeng uv5r with chirp reddit. I recently purchased a baofeng uv5ra on the recommendation of shawn. You can download the prolific driver for windows, mac and linux at. Rt systems develops the premier software for baofeng uv5r handheld. Uv5r programmer lies within system utilities, more precisely device assistants.
This is a list of popular articles, videos and other resources offering tips, tricks and other advice about the ins and outs of setup and operation of baofeng uv5r and other models of baofengpofung two way radios. Baofeng radio programming software download homepage, chirp programming software, oem baofeng vip software. The baofeng handheld radios are inexpensive but cover many frequencies, making them the swiss army knives of the budget ham radio community. This version of chirp software will work with the baofeng uv5r.
Rt systems has announced the release of macos versions of their popular programming software for several radios. The uv5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen. Everything related to baofeng radios, and other similar models. Programming cable for baofeng bft1 only, with 1 connector.