Two ways radio with driver cd can also enhance the experience. We are the authorized distributor of baofeng products. Software will not work with the btech uv5x3, the baofeng uv5r3, uv5x mate uv82, bff8 or bff8hp radios. About baofeng uv5r models the resource is currently listed in in a single category. Baofeng radio programming software download homepage, chirp programming. I bought one baofeng uv5r and one bff8hp radio to play with in the mean time. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc uv5r. At least other companies like zastone and cignus remove the baofeng name like theyre legally supposed to do. Most likely, andy didnt have a driver issue on his laptop. Im looking to taking a technician license exam, and i was looking at some of the baofeng radios for my first radio, and looking at the uv 5r series specifically. Baofeng uv5r variants the baofeng uv5r is the basis for many other models.
Same for the uv5tp, gt3tp and other fake 8 watt variations. Baofeng uv82 and uv82x series baofeng bff8 and uv 5r series. Windows will now load the newest prolific driver 3. A yellow triangle may not always appear in device manager as described below, however, when you insert the cable into your radio, the transmitter will turn on. So i am new to the gmrs and ham world of communications. Compatible with baofeng uv5r5ra5r plus5re, uv3r plus, bf888s. A video i made on how to programme the baofeng uv5r with chirp software and also how to solve usbcom port issues. Programming manually a baofeng radio, especially the model uv5r is possible using the own keypad of the radio. Software will not work with the btech uv 5x3, the baofeng uv 5r3, uv 5x mate uv 82, bf f8 or bf f8hp radios. Ive read where the uv 5r plus is supposed to be the latest and greatest modelversion from baofeng.
Browse the specifications and features of latest models of uv 5r baofeng radios at baofengradio. Discover the baofeng uv5r, dual band vhfuhf, twoway radio. So far ive seen the uv5r, uv5ra, uv5rb, uv5rc, uv5re, and the uv5r plus. Inside the shell, its basically a uv82, which is also an excellent option.
Any idea where i can find out what are the differences a. From what ive seen, uv 5ra is a bit more solid in construction but other than that theyre pretty much the same thing. Other useful information would include your experience with similar products, infomation on a product that you would purchase instead of this one, and so on. My main complaint with this and all baofengs is the slow scan and difficulty programming by hand. Describe your experience with the baofengpofung uv5r and tell us why you give it the rating you did required. The good thing about this radio is that the price also includes accessories. The uv 5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen. Bother baofeng models allow you to swa out the antenna with one that provides higher gain. Baofeng uv 82hp high power dual band radio what seems difficult and why it 5 stars is the user interface on screen for a simple task like using a repeater is daunting at best.
Differences between the latest uv5rs uv5ra, uv5re, uv5r. Second time through and chirp was able to write the memories back to andys uv5ra. And both the uv 5r and uv 82 hit the two 70cm repeaters in my area. The radio is dual band vhfuhf, 6174400520mhz, 5 watt and has 128 memory channels which can be alpha tagged. Jul 21, 2017 this video shows how the uv5r radio can be charged using a usb lead. Product was successfully added to your shopping cart.
Unfollow baofeng bf uv5r to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Bl5 battery for baofeng uv5r and bff8hp series all. Im looking to taking a technician license exam, and i was looking at some of the baofeng radios for my first radio, and looking at the uv5r series specifically. Before loading any software, you must verify your current firmware release. Baofeng is a market leader in its segment and the baofeng uv 5r is. How to install the baofeng usb programming cable and software. 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. Below is the download link of the programming cable driver. Programming manually a baofeng radio, especially the model uv 5r is possible using the own keypad of the radio. Part 90 hand held transceiver providing 4 watts in the frequency range of 6174 mhz and 400480 mhz. Models such as the uv 3r, uv b6, bf f9 and the legendary uv 5r are a common staple in the modern ham shack, and with good reason.
The main category is baofeng uv 5r that is about dual band vhf uhf handheld transceiver. The ad there says it uses different firmware and has a different case than the uv5r. I found a listing for the uv5ra at universal radio. I bought a baofeng uv 5re plus, which presumably is an improved version of the basic uv 5. However, should i get the bff8hp or uv5x3, because i dont know which one is better. Radio came with very small defect on the liquid crystal screen. Baofeng programming cable for baofeng uv5r5ra5r plus. The uv82 feels much more comfortable in your hands, the keys are larger and rx audio sounds slightly better, probably as a result of better acoustics.
The main category is baofeng uv5r that is about dual band vhf uhf handheld transceiver. The baofeng bfs112 2 way radio speaker would also be an addon if used with this device. In my experience this is one of the strong points of the radio. Browse the specifications and features of latest models of uv5r baofeng radios at baofengradio. 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. Unfollow baofeng bfuv5r to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Operating system selection available when adding to cart. Baofeng uv5r plus and the bff8hp comparison youtube. Nothing really complex, but you have to put some effort to program the baofeng uv5r how to manually program the baofeng uv5r from the comfort of your keypad. Uv5r 4w bfb297 vs uv5r 8w bfp323 difference 4w vs 8w 3. The uv5r has seen 2 major changes since its launch with the second generation being signified by bfb297 firmware 2nd gen. Baofeng uv5ra, uvb5, uv82, and yaesu vx6r comparison. I recently got my gmrs license and am studying to get my ham license. Across the board of models available, one thing thats consistent is that you should buy and use the programming cable for this radio.
The rumors that chinese radios are cheap and perform poorly is not always true. The bff8hp is a dual band handheld radio that improves on the uv5r with more transmit power based on a new generation chipset along with new concierge service. From what ive seen, uv5ra is a bit more solid in construction but other than that theyre pretty much the same thing. Jan 31, 2018 baofeng uv 5r pofung uv 5r tranceiver the uv 5r is a cheap but decent chinese tranceiver that is sold for the ultralow price of around 30 usd 25 eur. Jan 26, 2014 uv5r vs uv82 vs gt3 there are now so many radios build around baofeng uv5r circuitry and software that potential buyers dont know which one to pick.
The bf f8hp is a dual band handheld radio that improves on the uv 5r with more transmit power based on a new generation chipset along with new concierge service. This link is listed in our web site directory since friday feb 6 2015, and till today baofeng uv 5r models has been followed for a total of 9044 times. If youre buying a uv 5r in 2020, it is most likely a knockoff made by someone other than baofeng. Baofeng introduced the uv5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012. Baofeng uv5r pofung uv5r tranceiver one guy, one blog. It is a compact, economical ht that includes a special vhf receive band from 65 108 mhz which includes the regular fm broadcast band. Most questions i get by email are about choosing one of these three baofeng radios. The uv82 feels much more comfortable in your hands, the keys are larger and rx audio sounds slightly better, probably as a.
Baofeng introduced the uv 5r dual band, dual display radio in 2012. The uv5r is the unit most of us are somewhat familiar with they have been selling quite well. There are now so many radios build around baofeng uv5r circuitry and software that potential buyers dont know which one to pick. This video shows how the uv5r radio can be charged using a usb lead. And both the uv5r and uv82 hit the two 70cm repeaters in my area. Baofeng uv5r manual programming is not difficult, but it requires some practice. The uv5r is a 4w1w vhfuhf radio covering 6174 and 400520 mhz early versions 400480 with a 7. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and softwares for a wide range of our products. Sep 12, 20 in 2 meter, neither sound as good as the yaesu. List of common radio frequencies for the baofeng uv5r. Baofeng uv 5r manual programming is not difficult, but it requires some practice. Baofeng usb programming cable for baofeng two way radio uv. There is, in most cases, almost no actual difference between the variants, which is very confusing for customers. So far ive seen the uv 5r, uv 5ra, uv 5rb, uv 5rc, uv 5re, and the uv 5r plus.
The uv6r has a decent size speaker so it produces much better sound than the uv5r unlike the uv5r, the narrow function seems to actually do something slightly faster scan rate than uv5r 4cps vs 3cps ptt button requires much greater effort to work preventing unintentional key ups like the uv5r. If so, theres definitely no reason to wait for the uv6r, although you can readily find it on ebay if you prefer its styling. I am studying for the technicians test in the us now. Baofeng pofung uv5r vip software uv5r f11 uv5ra uv5rc. Baofeng uv5r handheld dualband tranceiver baofeng uv5r pofung uv5r tranceiver. Baofeng programming cable for baofeng uv5r5ra5r plus5re, uv3r plus, bf888s. It is a compact, economical ht that includes a special vhf receive band from 65108 mhz which includes the regular fm broadcast band. To find and install the baofeng usb programming cable driver and. An exception is the uv 5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. Any vendor that purchases a large quantity of radios can have a private label and in some cases, firmware version applied to the radio. Cables with ftdi chipsets are compatible with all windows drivers. Caused all kinds of programming and driver issues with the radios i have. Since its introduction the uv5r has seen a massive success.
The uv5r is a cheap but decent chinese tranceiver that is sold for the ultralow price of around 30 usd 25 eur. I checked out the database here, programmed the local police frequencies using chirp and i am not picking up anything other than some occasional static. How to programme baofeng uv5r driver issues solved youtube. The 5r is a bit of a legend in the handheld transceiver world a very cheap and capable vhfuhf unit covering business light and ham bands on fm. Since its introduction the uv 5r has seen a massive success. It has special vhf receive band from 65 108 mhz which includes the regular fm broadcast band. The bao5r radio programmer is available for either windows os or mac os. However, should i get the bf f8hp or uv 5x3, because i dont know which one is better. Load only the software designed for your firmware release. In this recent post the uv5r was recommended above all others as the ht to get. The baofeng uv 5ra is a compact, economical ht covering 2 meters and 440 mhz. Here you will find user manuals, device drivers and.
An exception is the uv5rx3 radio being sold by main trading from paris texas. Safer and more suitable for potable use and radio field days etc. Models such as the uv3r, uvb6, bff9 and the legendary uv5r are. Baofeng handheld two way radios are well known among amateur radio operators everywhere. The usb programming cable is compatible for baofeng uv5r uv3r and is most commonly purchased, with the talkie. Baofeng uv 5r 65108 mhz dualband ham radio black 4. Just got my uv 5r plus today and decided to do a comparison video before taking them out to work the birds tomorrow. If you are wondering what amateur radio is about, its basically a two way radio service where licensed operators throughout the world experiment and communicate with each other on frequencies reserved for license holders. Someone asked me today whether they should get a uv5x instead of an uv5r. This link is listed in our web site directory since friday feb 6 2015, and till today baofeng uv5r models has been followed for a total of 9044 times. Nothing really complex, but you have to put some effort to program the baofeng uv 5r. Models such as the uv3r, uvb6, bff9 and the legendary uv5r are a common staple in the modern ham shack, and with good reason.
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